We need a road map for this one, but we promise it’s worth it. In the late 60s the lead singer of the relatively unknown Steve Miller Band (he and Steve were 5th grade classmates in Texas) was a singer by the name of Boz Scaggs. Boz broke out on his own, releasing his solo […]
Journey formed in the Bay area in the late 60s, enjoying success with various versions of lineups – the original Journey was put together by the Santana manager as a ‘backup band’ with no intentions of giving the boys the main stage. Here’s an example of the tremendous turnover in the band’s lineup; just in […]
This Memorial Day, be sure to remember those that paid the highest of sacrifice, giving their lives to protect this country. In Rock and Roll there have been many songs that reflect our countries pride. Here are a few worth remembering this day… “Ballad of the Green Beret” by Sgt. Barry Sadler is one of […]
Gregg Allman passed away in Savannah, GA a few days ago, battling liver cancer. There may have been bigger names that influenced a generation, were admitted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, or sold more records, but we think Gregg was truly one of the best ever, and here is why… Gregg was […]
Sad news out of Savannah GA this weekend as Gregg Allman, founding member of the Allman Brothers, former husband of Cher, and one in a million singer, has passed away at the age of 69. In 1969, brother’s Duane and Gregg Allman, Dickie Betts, Jaimoe Johanson, Butch Trucks, and Berry Oakley began a journey that […]
One of the best concerts to take in this summer is the ‘United We Rock’ tour, combining super groups Styx, Don Felder formerly of the Eagles, and REO Speedwagon. It’s a shame that only Don Felder is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Eagles, and Styx and REO […]
Let’s take a tour of the best Rock and Roll Cities in America. All aboard to the Motor City! Detroit is the city of cars, Motown Music, the Detroit Tigers, Vernors Ginger Ale, birthplace of actors Tom Selleck, Tim Allen, and Jeff Daniels. The Motor City is also the home of great rock and roll. […]
Train began their musical journey in San Francisco in the 90s, and Patrick Monahan, Jimmy, Jerry, Hector, Drew, and Louis are still happy to be making music. They have a great tune on the charts inching its way to number one called “Play That Song” and we know we love the hit. The band is […]
Alice Cooper was born in the Motor City in 1941, but is still rocking the free world! Although he’s considered the father of ‘Shock Rock’ he’s had a ton of commercial success with songs like “I’m Eighteen,” “Schools’ Out” and “No More Mr. Nice Guy.’ This summer he’s joined forces with Deep Purple and the […]
Operation Desert Shield began the nation’s longest war in 1990, the price of gas was an outrageous $1.34 a gallon, and the top movies that year were ‘Home Alone,’ ‘Ghost’ and ‘Dances with Wolves.’ The music reflected a mixture of techno and dance, as witnessed by the stars that were on the charts that year… […]