John Mellencamp is winding down his 2016 tour with stops in the Midwest next week. John’s classic song “The Authority Song” fits right into this political season, given the ‘insider vs. outsider’ battle this upcoming election seems to represent. In 1976, Johnny Cougar began to sell records with his ‘Chestnut Street Incident’ album, but he […]
Chuck Berry celebrated his 90th birthday last week; frankly most people didn’t know that he was still alive! Making even bigger news, Chuck has announced that he will be releasing his first album in 40 years due out in early 2017. Entitled ‘Chuck,’ the LP will be made up primarily of new songs with a […]
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced the 2017 nominees a few weeks ago, which included Pearl Jam, Tupac Shakur, Depeche Mode, Electric Light Orchestra, Jane’s Addiction, Janet Jackson, Journey, the Cars, the Zombies and Yes among others. What we find more interesting is the list of artists or singers that were not even […]
If you get a chance this fall, take a look at the latest books that are written about your favorite msuic – and best of all might make good stocking stuffers. ‘The 100 Greatest Bands of All Time: A Guide to the Legends’ is a 1,000+ page book of details, fun facts, photos and great […]
So you have a Facebook page with lots of ‘friends.’ You may even have a Twitter account, spreading your extraneous thoughts across social media. You would be surprised to know that your favorite’s rockers have gone social – big time! Check out these social numbers… Paul McCartney – @paulmccartney – 2.93 million followers Rolling Stones […]
As we inch our way to a new President in early November, we’re reminded of another tremulous time – 1966, a difficult year in deed. The Vietnam War, feminism, civil disobedience, were all on the front pages of the newspapers. Here are the top nine songs from the week ending October 22nd, 1966… 1.) REACH […]
The legendary band ‘The Who,’ has been briefly touring this year, and has announced more tour dates for 2017. They also made news this week by releasing news that their “My Generation” LP has been expanded to a 5-CD Super Deluxe Box Set, being released on November 18. The multiple LP editions will follow on […]
We are inching our way to the holiday season, but a few of the best rockers are still out on tour. Here’s a brief over view of a few bands still out on tour as the wintery season nears… Elton John will be in residence at the Colosseum in Las Vegas through the end of […]
Bobby Vee has died, and a part of our childhood went with him. Born Robert Thomas Velline in Fargo, North Dakota in 1943, Bobby rode the waves of post Doo Wop 60s to the top of the charts with great songs like “Take Good Care of My Baby,” “Run to Him” and “The Night Has […]
They say the best moments in life are well planned, so be sure to print this or write down the important information for the cruise of a lifetime. How would you like to spend a nights on the south seas with your favorite singer or band? Tickets for the “Were the Action Is! Rock and […]