John is a pretty common first name and in recent times there have been some pretty famous Johns. Here’s our list of the best Johns in rock and roll. The late John Lennon of the Beatles may be the most successful (certainly the richest) John, but if you’re a Led Zeppelin fan you probably chose […]
As if the news of Steely Dan’s founding member Walter Becker’s death wasn’t sad enough, we hear this week that Walter’s widowed wife Delia has asked the courts to allow her to become an officer of the Steely Dan business, requiring a 50% ownership in the legal partnership. It’s starting to get rougher unfortunately. Evidently […]
Elton John’s Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace will end in May of 2018. In the time Elton’s been a semi-permeant performer at the venue, he’s made millions of dollars while living a relatively normal life. As the marriage of Elton and Caesars Palace has proven to be mutually beneficial, the next […]
This year we’re celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles iconic LP ‘Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.’ Here are five things about the album we think you’ll find really interesting… The album cover displays 57 photos and nine waxworks of the world’s most famous cultural icons which are spiritual and significant. The list includes […]
Todd Rundgren has spent the last 40 years making music. As a performer Todd hit the charts with “Can’t We Be Friends,” “I Saw the Light” and “Hello it’s Me.” He’s also written hit songs for England Dan and John Ford Coley tune “Love is the Answer,” and the Alison Krauss tune “It Wouldn’t Have […]
In the middle of a romantic cruise, the ship takes on water and sinks. Fortunately, you’re a great swimmer, so you make it to a deserted island. With no hope of being rescued for a while, you dream your favorite music. Here’s our list of ‘Desert Island’ songs that will keep you alive till help […]
One of the greatest albums ever recorded and released is the Fleetwood Mac self-titled LP from 1975. We now hear that the album will be reissued early next year, and include additional tracks. The album will feature the original album singles “Say You Love Me” and “Over My Head” plus a separate disc which will […]
AC/DC’s guitarist Malcolm Young passed away last week, becoming the second Young brother to die this year. George Young the band’s producer and longtime supporter of the band died October 22nd, leaving Angus the remaining Young in the AC/DC family. It’s been a long road for Malcolm, retiring from the touring portion of the band […]
The Miracles were a major part of the Motown story, standing behind, and sometimes in front, of Smokey Robinson for decades. Sadly, one of the founding original members, Warren ‘Pete’ Moore passed away at the age of 78. When you hear the Smokey Robinson and the Miracles songs, see if you can pick out the […]
Although just a rumor a few weeks ago, we can now confirm that the Eagles and Jimmy Buffett will be joining forces to tour in 2018. However, the fun doesn’t stop there. James Taylor joins the Eagles for a few dates in late June 2018. The Eagles began as the touring band for Linda Ronstadt […]