David Ellefson is the talented bassist and co-founder of Megadeth, becoming the second-longest serving member of the band. He’s also an author, having written memoir ‘More Life with Deth’ a rock and roll best-seller. He’s also decided to take some time this year and do something he’s always wanted to do; take on a solo […]
Many fans still can’t get over the death of iconic rocker Tom Petty, but he’s still making the news. There will a Tom Petty auction in Dallas July 21st, and the items up for auction is a treasure trove of memorabilia. Fans will be able to bid on apparel worn by Tom in concert, a […]
The band Styx has been around since the early 70s, releasing great albums like ‘The Grand Illusion,’ ‘Pieces of Eight,’ ‘Paradise Theater,’ and ‘Equinox.’ Tommy Shaw had been the driving guitar of the group for years, eventually heading out to join other projects and releasing solo LPs. How good was or is Styx? From 1977 […]
Such is life; all singers want to be Hollywood actors, and all Hollywood actors want to be on stage in a band. Here are more rockers that ended up on the silver screen… Alanis Morissette was in the really weird dark movie ‘Dogma,’ and Marshall Crenshaw appeared in the movie ‘La Bamba’ as Buddy Holly, […]
The term ‘Supergroup’ is used when members of popular bands get together for a project, tour, or LP to either bid their time between gigs or when they find themselves between bands. Here are our favorite ‘Supergroups.’ Asia Carl Palmer of ‘Emerson Lake and Palmer,’ the late John Wetton of ‘King Crimson,’ Steve Howe and […]
Here are a few rock and roll fun facts you didn’t’ know… The last cord in the classic song ‘A Day in the Life” by the Beatles was actually played by many performers, piano, and guitar, but late producer Robert Stigwood was on the oboe. Many historians consider the songs “Rocket 88” from 1951, written […]
It’s hard to believe Lindsey Buckingham is not touring with Fleetwood Mac, and the real reason for the separation was revealed recently; Lindsey just couldn’t commit to the start date of the upcoming tour, frustrating the other members to no end. They are busy this fall, we’re reminding you again of the tour dates and […]
The Grammy is the prized possession of the Recording Academy, and they always their annual ‘Special Merit Awards’ in the middle of the year, honoring those that are deserving of a Lifetime Achievement award. This Saturday, July 14th, the Recording Academy will honor 2018 Special Merit Awards recipients with a wonderful “Grammy Salute To Music […]
Soul music is the beating heart of rock and roll, considering Buddy, Elvis, and Bill Haley were inspired by Gospel music and early rhythm and blues. That being said, let’s give some props to the best 70s soul singers and bands. The Staples Singers were from Chicago, and much like the Jackson Five family, it […]
Eric Clapton has made news this year with the release of the ‘Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars’ that can be seen on various networks and platforms. This Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has been in the supergroups ‘Derek and the Domino’s’ ‘Blind Faith’ and ‘The Yardbirds.’ Let’s look back at his best songs […]