Music groups and litigation go hand in hand. Recently a relatively unknown opening band called the Raskins, who spent the better part of 2014 kicking off the Motley Crue tour, has brought the Crue to court, claiming money owed. At the heart of the lawsuit, lawyers for the Raskins claim they did not receive the […]
It’s the middle of the week and Thanksgiving is just hours away. Let’s take it easy and try our hand at some trivia… It’s easy to recognize a song associated with an artist. How about a fun fact that is tied that artist? Let’s see how well you do with this trivia game. This one […]
We’re just a few days away from Thanksgiving and most of the news around rock and roll is old news. Not a whole lot happens right before turkey day. Let’s share some interesting rock and roll fun facts. There are 4,000 versions or ‘covers’ of the Beatles hit “Yesterday.” It’s been estimated that the song […]
James Taylor is an American treasure, having recorded and toured for over 40 years. In addition, James has earned Grammys, Billboard and Presidential Medal of Freedom awards along the way. James Taylor was actually born in New York City before his family moved to North Carolina. He also has the dark honor of having Mark […]
Never put something down in writing or in an email, as it will last forever and may come back to haunt you. During the height of the Beatles, email wasn’t conceived yet, but letters were, and a letter to Sir Paul McCartney from John Lennon has resurfaced. A typewritten 1971 letter from John was found […]
Thanksgiving is just a few days away, so it’s going to be a short work week. Here are your music news headlines… Motley Crue is being sued by the Raskins, an opening act from their 2014 tour. The Raskins are asking for $30 million dollars in punitive and emotional damage. The crux of the suit […]
Singers and songwriters work hard to make your favorite music, earning Grammys, Billboard Awards, and sometimes Oscars if a song is used in film; all are wonderful honors. Perhaps the most heralded recognition is that from the Presidential Medal of Freedom award, handed out each year by the White House. Announced just this week, Bruce […]
It was 10 years ago this week that Michael Jackson made his last appearance at an award show and it was a huge moment in his life. He had just been found not guilty in court before heading to the World Music Awards. Michael Jackson won the Chopard Diamond award in 2006. It is given […]
When you think of the Folk/Rock band Eagles, it’s easy to put your focus on the late Glenn Frey, Don Henley or even Joe Walsh. Each of these band members were affable and enjoyed the bright spotlight, but it was the bass player that kept the back beat. Most fans don’t immediately think of Timothy […]
If you’re a fan of the country/rock band ‘The Outlaws,’ this news will make you smile. The Outlaws Double live album “Legacy Live” to be released this Friday. ‘Legacy Live’ will contain two CDs, filled with the hits that made them famous. You’ll hear’Ghost Riders,’ ‘Green Grass & High Tides Forever,’ ‘There Goes Another Love […]