We’ve talked a lot about what’s going on in the world in music these days, but before the weekend we want to give your a break. What about a little challenge with some music trivia? Let’s have at it. Great songs and great cars go together don’t they? Put your mind in third gear and […]
Category: Classic Rock
40 Years of Tom Petty Celebrated in Two Big Releases
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers released their very first album 40 years ago this month; time flies when you’re having fun right? In celebration of that landmark moment, vinyl editions of Tom’s studio albums will be released in two limited-edition companion box sets in early December. Here are the LPs and from which box set… […]
A Motor City Band That Could Make the Hall of Fame
The odds on favorites to make the cut in rock this election season are Journey and Pearl Jam; both 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees, as announced a few weeks ago. You can add your voice online at the Hall, and the final decision will be made in December. As of this moment, […]
More Bands That Deserve a Stay at the Hall
The list of 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees was announced a few weeks ago, and although they are not all likely to be voted in, let’s share more about the deserving Joe Tex, Steppenwolf and the Zombies. Joe Tex made the songs “Skinny Legs And All” and “Ain’t Gonna Bump No More […]
The Top Karaoke Songs of Recent Years
Karaoke bars have been around since the 90s, and it’s a great way to pass time with your friends. The companies that build and place these Karaoke machines in your favorite bar have statistics that will surprise you, so take a look at the most played Karaoke songs from recent years… “You Shook Me All […]
The Rolling Stones Continuing To Make Music
The Rolling Stones have been together for nearly 50 years. It’s hard to believe that to this day they still have the creative fire to write and record new music. We continue to be amazed by what we hear from the Stones. Two weeks ago, the Rolling Stones released the second pre-release single from the […]
Looking Back at a Hall of Fame Band We Know and Love
The 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees list was announced a few weeks ago, and it reminded us of one of our favorite bands. Steely Dan (Walter Becker and Donald Fagen) were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001. The boys in the band have given the world some […]
The Irony Surrounding the Thompson Twins
The songs “Hold Me Now” and “Doctor Doctor” by the Thompson Twins are still getting airplay on your favorite radio station. The group began in late 1977 as an alternative band, but realized they could make more money if they shaped their sound to pop and lite rock, thus the success they enjoyed. Here’s the […]
Gregg Allman’s Exciting 2017 Announcement
Gregg Allman is thrilled to announce that his new album “Southern Blood” is finished and will be released in January of 2017. Gregg recently played the ‘Laid Back Festival’ in Atlanta, GA with a slew of talented southern rockers to SRO crowds. Gregg has certainly had a wild and crazy life, being a founding member […]
Releases You Must Check Out This November
We hope you saved a little money over the summer, as November will be an exciting month for new music releases. Check out the scheduled LPs and releases this month… Bon Jovi’s ‘This House Is Not for Sale’ is just out, as is Metallica‘s new studio recording, ‘Hardwired … To Self-Destruct’. Motley Crue will release […]