So, do you use Twitter? Many rockers do to remain cool and social. We conducted a quick search, finding evidence that your favorite bands really use social, and have many more Twitter followers for example than we would have imagined. Check this brief list below… Journey – 210,000 Twitter Followers AC/DC – 264,600 Twitter Followers […]
Category: Oldies
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Debbie Harry Continues to Tour
She was born Angela Tremble in Miami in 1945, but for most of her adult live she’s gone by Debbie Harry. We know her as the leader of the semi punk-rock band Blondie, with 70s and 80s hits like “Call Me,” “Heart of Glass” and “The Tide is High.” Did you know that she was […]
Keeping It Fun with Chris Cross
Christopher Charles Geppert was born in San Antonio Texas in 1951. You know his as the classic rocker Chris Cross, the author of great songs like ‘Sailing” and ‘Ride Like the Wind.” Here are a few fun facts you may not know about this talented singer… Chris exploded onto the music scene in 1981, winning […]
Monday Morning’s Music Headlines
It’s Monday so let’s see what we can do to put a smile on your face before that first meeting of the day, or that carpool to soccer practice. If you’re a Foreigner fan you’ll be pleased to learn that the band will return from Europe in a few weeks with intentions to bring back […]
Beatles Hair Sold At Auction for Thousands
You may have seen news that the Beatles now have their own channel on satellite – it’s great news if you love the ‘Fab Four.’ Here’s an odd question though… Do you love the Beatles so much that you would pay over $10,000 for a lock of each of the boy’s hair? All four Beatles […]
Looking to Woodstock’s 48-Year Anniversary This August
This August we’ll be celebrating a 48-year anniversary of one of the biggest moments on earth, the Woodstock Music Festival, which began August 15th, 1969. The four-day celebration starred the greatest rock and rollers of that time period, attracted nearly 500,000 fans, and jump started a ton of band careers. Here are a few things […]
Remembering George Martin’s Greatness
Beatles manager and musical muse George Martin died in 2016, but his contributions to the Beatles and music in general should never be forgotten. Managers typically book gigs, keep the boys out of trouble, and often times sit in the recording studio during sessions and give their opinion about how a song is being laid […]
The Very Best From 40 Years Ago
40 years ago if you had bought $10,000 in any tech or communications stock, you would be so rich you probably have retired a long time ago. Four decades ago, the best album to have invested in also appears to be our favorite LPs today. Surprisingly here are the albums that turn 40 years old […]
Some of the Best Bass Songs of All-Time
Meghan Trainor is a contemporary artist who had a big hit with her song “All about That Bass” a number of years ago. Said differently, songs that feature the low bass guitar sounds are very popular with people of all ages. “Rescue Me” by Fontella Bass (that’s just a coincidence) was released in 1965, and […]
Bob Seger Staying in the News in 2017, Ads More Tour Dates
Bob Seger and the iconic Silver Bullet Band have been home on vacation for a few years, but they’ll be back in concert for at least one night this September. Bob and the boys in the band are scheduled to appear at the DTE Energy Music Theatre in Clarkston MI on September 9th, and ticket […]