Archive for January, 2009
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“I’m surprised we aren’t in jail for treason.”-Johnny Rotten in Rolling Stone 1977
I’m surprised you’re not in jail for a lot of things, Johnny.
OK, I promise this is the last Johnny Rotten post…for today.
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Johnny Rotten/Sex Pistols: Rockin’ Interview
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This is both hilarious and quintessential Johnny Rotten. Check out the brief interview from 1977.
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Sex Pistols: Rock & Roll Video
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In honor of Johnny Rotten’s birthday, here’s a scorching video of the punk rockin’ Sex Pistols doing “Anarchy in the UK.”
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Marty Balin/Jefferson Airplane: Rock & Roll Video
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It’s not exactly a video, but here’s the Airplane featuring Marty Balin’s beautiful voice on the song “Today,” which I mentioned yesterday on Marty’s 67th birthday. Does this sound beautiful or what?
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Pete Townshend: Rock & Roll Quotes
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“I believe rock can do anything. It’s the ultimate vehicle for everything…”–Pete Townshend
I couldn’t agree more, Pete! Without rock I wouldn’t be so fortunate as to do what I do without having a real job.
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The Clash: Rock & Roll Video
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Since we’re celebrating the 30th anniversary of The Clash’s first North American tour, check out this kick-ass version of “Should I Stay or Should I Go?”
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The Clash/Bo Diddley: Rock & Roll History January 31
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January 31, 1979: The Clash commenced their first tour of North America, with the great Bo Diddley as their opening act.
What a fabulous pairing. Thirty years later I’m still disappointed that I didn’t get to catch that tour.
Google The Clash. How fitting is it that every listing on page [...]
The Beatles: Rock & Roll Video
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It wasn’t 20 years ago today (that was Sgt. Pepper), it was actually 40 year ago yesterday. Here’s the Beatles’ last public performance on the roof of the Apple Corp. building. Enjoy!
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Marty Balin/Jefferson Airplane: Rock & Roll History January 30
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January 30, 1942: Marty Balin was born.
Marty Balin was the silky smooth vocalist who co-founded of the Jefferson Airplane and helped to define the San Francisco sound. I fell in love with Marty’s voice the first time I heard him sing “Today” from Surrealistic Pillow, the Airplane’s second album. [...]
I Promise This Blog is Not Turning into 100% Bruce….
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
…but, you have to admit the guy is all over the place these days. I will do my best to make this post and the Half-Time Review post the final ones about Springsteen for at least, a week
I just have to point out that when I dissed Bruce [...]
Lou Reed: Rock & Roll Video
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I’ve had Lou Reed on the brain since I posted his quote yesterday, so how about we “take a walk on the wild side.”
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The Beatles: Rock & Roll History January 30
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January 30, 1969: The Beatles played in front of an audience for the very last time.The Fab Four played their final set in London on the roof of their Apple headquarters. The gig lasted less than 45 minutes before the police shut them down.Fortunately, it was recorded and some [...]
Lola My Love-Buckingham and Nicks
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1973-what a year we had, successful ratings in 6 out of 7 major and medium markets. The successful launch of a new FM operation. The sale of two of our lower performing operations. Plus the unbelievable Buckingham Nicks release, we wore the grooves off this one in the studio. [...]
Lou Reed: Rock & Roll Quotes
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“I’m not interested in my problems or attitudes, ’cause other people’s are so much funnier.”–Lou Reed
Generally speaking, I agree…however it’s all a matter of perspective, Lou. My problems and attitudes are often pretty funny. Funny not in the ha-ha sense, but funny in the strange, demented or peculiar sense.
I [...]
California Guitar Trio/Bohemian Rhapsody: Rock & Roll Video
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I saw this video on Music Ramble (a most excellent blog) and just had to share it. These guys, California Guitar Trio, do an outstanding version of Bohemian Rhapsody.
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Parents: Rock & Roll Dictionary
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Parents: people who eat at Denny’s even when they’re not drunk.
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Sad News: Billy Powell of Lynyrd Skynryd Died Today
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I just saw this news. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He was only 56 years old. I don’t know the cause of death. The official band website has asked for “respect and understanding during this difficult time”. I am sure they will release info when they [...]
To finish off my review from last night:
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
I love the new songs, I’ll just elaborate on a few that stick out to me (today)
In the song “Good Eye” I see and hear Reverend Bruce, the Minister of Rock and Roll in his preacher style that he does so well. After all he sometimes tells his audience ”I’m [...]
My Review of Working on a Dream
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First I want to than Arbell for sending me a pre-release copy (I didn’t get it till today, but am I complaining - no, I’m not).
Second, I’d like to refer you all to Pete’s, Blogness on the Edge of Town, because he’s done a post on how the reviews are [...]
John Lennon: Rock & Roll Video
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Since John Lennon wrote and recorded “Instant Karma” 39 years ago today, I thought we would all enjoy seeing him perform it.
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John Lennon: Rock & Roll History January 27
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January 27, 1970: John Lennon recorded “Instant Karma.”
It blows me away that he wrote, recorded and mixed the song in nine hours. What a freakin’ genius!
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BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AT LOS ANGELES SPORTS ARENA ON APRIL 15, 2009
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Image by Getty Images via DaylifeI can’t find this anywhere online but just heard it on KLOS, so its got to be true!
I needed some good news and something to look forward to. I just saw him in April 08 and October 07 so this will be three years in [...]
MCCARTNEY, RADIOHEAD TO JOIN GRAMMY LINE-UP
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Paul McCartney, Radiohead, Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z, Li’l Wayne, T.I. and Kanye West will join the lineup of previously announced performers Kenny Chesney, Coldplay, Jennifer Hudson, The Jonas Brothers, Katy Perry and Carrie Underwood, for the 51st annual Grammy Awards, to be held Feb. 8 at the Staples Center in LA.
Dave Grohl [...]
Warren Zevon: Rock & Roll Quotes
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“I’ve been a walking advertisement for excess and chaos most of my life, so it’s about time I tried to do something for the other side.”–Warren Zevon
That one hits pretty close to home.
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Happy Birthday to Eddie Van Halen!
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and to Jon Van Breukelen!
Image via Wikipedia1/26/55 is Ed’s birthday!
Eddie Van Halen is one of my favorite guitarist of all time. I can’t help but smile and feel good when I hear his distinctive sound. How do you describe his style? I am not good at describing it but I’d [...]
