TRL was a show we knew and loved for many years and when it went away we were all disappointed. Well, it’s back now and is it possible that it could be better than ever? The show debuted on Monday and we saw a lot of greatness in Times Square at the show’s studios. To […]
The Gin Blossoms began their musical journey in Tempe Arizona as a clubhouse band; then popular regional band, enjoying local success until the band co-founder Doug Hopkins committed suicide at the age of 32. “Hey Jealousy” was their first big national hit, paving the way to sign with a major label and eventually record five […]
This week’s Artist 100 chart from Billboard has been released and we see something we have yet to really see in 2017. There are two rock bands at the top! They are The Killers and Imagine Dragons and they sit at one and two this week. The Killers were off the chart completely before this […]
There’s an old saying that it’s better to be a ‘kingmaker’ than the ‘king,’ as kings come and go, but king makers enjoy both anonymity and wealth. In rock and roll, there stands three kingmakers, the men behind 3 legendary bands. Their names are Robert Stigwood, George Martin, and Murray Wilson. Let’s spend a little […]
Tom Petty has officially passed away at the age of 66. There had been conflicting reports from both medical officials and family up until now, but it’s been confirmed by his management group. Tom was found by paramedics in his Malibu home late Sunday night in full cardiac arrest, rushed to the hospital, placed on […]
One of the hottest songs on the planet right now is “What Lovers Do” from Maroon 5 and SZA. This jam is all over the radio and is a great hit to listen to with the windows down and the sun out. Just recently these two released the music video for this one and we […]
Every year the nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall Fame are announced, and every year true music fans ask “where are the Doobie Brothers,” “Why aren’t the Moody Blues in the Hall,” etc. To make matters worse, a few bands are admitted to the hall in their first year of eligibility, making other fans […]
Katy Perry is in the middle of her ‘Witness’ tour, but stopped the music long enough in DC a few days ago to receive a rare award; receiving three RIAA Diamond Song Awards for her tunes “Roar,” “Dark Horse” and “Firework.” The music industry recognizes only a few songs that have sold or been streamed […]
Editor’s Note: Conflicting reports continue to be released concerning Tom Petty’s health. We will continue to monitor the situation as it unfolds. Our best wishes are with him and his family at this time. Tom Petty, who was found unconscious and non-responsive after going into full cardiac arrest in his Malibu home late Sunday night, […]
The Doobie Brothers, Peter Frampton and Steve Miller are on the little screen just begging you to join them on the upcoming Dan Rather AXS TV’s ‘The Big Interview Show.’ The season begins on Tuesday, October 10, with Ozzy Osbourne’s wife Sharon Osbourne. But wait there’s more; this season also includes Geddy Lee, E. Street […]