Archive for February, 2009
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Submitted by Rock and Roll Classics Blog
Wow boys and girls, it’s been amazing, keep those e-mails and IM ’s coming. From your response so far, for Rock and Roll Classics (The Blog) and Rock and Roll Classics Radio, leads the staff to thing we are on the right track. Recently we got an E-mail from [...]
Still The One-Orleans
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
One thing I loved about broadcasting and my career, was the chance to discover music weeks even months before anyone else. The Rise of the Eagles, Bad Company, Poco, Souther - Hillman - Furay Band and Orleans,
Orleans is best known for “Dance With Me”, Still the One and “Love Takes [...]
Plasma: Rock & Roll Dictionary
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Plasma: the type of television you buy just in case you need a blood transfusion.
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Bob Dylan: Rock & Roll Video
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Since Planet Waves hit #1 on this day in 1974, I think we should watch Bob Dylan performing a classic from that record. Here he is on David Letterman doing “Forever Young.” Enjoy!
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Bob Dylan: Rock & Roll History
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
February 16, 1974: Bob Dylan hit #1 on the charts with the album Planet Waves.
Planet Waves was a brilliant collaboration between Dylan and The Band, released shortly after their legendary tour began. It was supposed to be released on the day the tour began, but Dylan was busy tinkering [...]
Speaking of Dee Snider
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
Several of you mentioned Dee in the comments of my last post. I remember when he appeared before Congress to speak out against Tipper Gore’s Censoring campaign. It was quite impressive. I’ve never been a huge fan of Twisted Sister (although who can’t like “We’re Not Gonna Take It”, its [...]
The Pretenders: Rock & Roll Video
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
I’m pretty much in a Pretenders state of mind as I look forward to their visit to Milwaukee in a few short days. Let’s watch them in the studio doing “Brass in Pocket.”
If you can’t see the video, just click here.
Rating 3.00 out of 5
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Pretenders: Rock & Roll Concerts
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
I’m going to see the Pretenders this week, so I just picked up their latest album, Break Up the Concrete. Although I’ve listened to it only once so far, it is classic Pretenders…which is nice.
If Chrissy Hynde sounds as good Tuesday night as she does on this record, the [...]
Fun: Rock & Roll Dictionary
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Fun: something you will undoubtedly miss by obeying all the rules.
Fun = GOOD
Rules = BAD
Say it with me.
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Tina Turner: Rock & Roll Quote
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
“If you are unhappy with anything, whatever is bringing you down, get rid of it. Because you’ll find that when you’re free, your true creativity, your true self comes out.”-Tina Turner
Well said, Tina.
Or, as Neil Young said, “Don’t let it bring you down, it’s only castles burning…”
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Rock & Roll Valentine’s Songs…NOT!
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
I just saw this hilarious post on the Gibson blog titled 10 Songs You Shouldn’t Hear on Valentine’s Day.
At least I thought it was funny.
I’m pretty sure my wife will think so, too.
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Songs About Transvestites
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
Just heard “Lola” as I was driving in my car. What a fun song to sing along to. It got me thinking about other songs about men who dress up as women…I can think of a few and there ares some that are rumored to on that topic - but [...]
A Quote about the 60’s
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
Image by dbking via Flickr
“The 60’s are gone, dope will never be as cheap, sex never as free and the rock and roll never as great.”
Abbie Hoffman
Do you agree with this quote?
Oh, by the way, I changed my template - did you notice? Is it too girly? I like [...]
Justin Currie - What is Love For (2007)
Submitted by Bloggerhythms Blog
Over the last twenty years one of my favorite rock bands has been Scotand’s Del Amitri. Unfortunately, two years ago the band lost its recording contract and their subsequent hiatus appears to be permanent. That is a real shame. Del Amitri should have been huge.
Their rock was melodic and never far out [...]
Classic Rock Weekend Trip
Submitted by 70’s Classic Rock Blog
Well, I’m back home for a few. Time to play catch up. My inbox runneth over, so I’d like to share a few bits with you today. Oh and before I forget hope you’re having a great Valentine’s Day.
Here’s a cool new site designed by my good bud Kim Maki [...]
Graham Nash: Rock & Roll Video
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
In my last post I mentioned Graham Nash singing “On a Carousel” from his days with The Hollies, so let’s see them doing it live. I think you’ll agree their harmonies still sound freakin’ amazing!
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Graham Nash: Rock & Roll Albums
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Graham Nash recently released Reflections, a compilation of 40 years dating back to his days in The Hollies and including a handful of unreleased tracks and a whole bunch of alternate versions. This is an absolutely delightful collection from a wonderful singer-songwriter.
Go to his site and you’ll hear a [...]
Reprise Records: Rock & Roll History
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
February 13, 1961: Frank Sinatra debuts Reprise, his own record company.
If you’re asking what the hell this has to do with rock & roll, that’s a good question. When he created Reprise, Sinatra vowed he would never sign any rock & rollers to the label.
What I find hilarious is [...]
Peter Gabriel: Rock & Roll Quote
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
“One thing that really appeals to me is this idea of music being a living thing that has an evolution that, in a way, enables the artist to sell a process rather than a piece of product.”-Peter Gabriel
Happy birthday, Peter!
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Peter Gabriel: Rock & Roll Videos
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
In honor of this superstar’s 59th birthday, here’s the video of Peter Gabriel playing one of his classic songs, “Kiss that Frog.” If you can’t see the video, please click here.
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Peter Gabriel: Rock & Roll History
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
February 13, 1950: Peter Gabriel was born.
I get juiced just thinking about Peter Gabriel. What an amazing body of work, both as a member of Genesis and on his own.
One of the things I most love about Peter is he always does it his way. From his flamboyant stage [...]
Rock & Roll Shows: Clapton & Winwood
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Yippee!!!!!
I just saw on The Rock Radio that Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood have announced the dates for their 14-city US tour in June.
I’ve been waiting for this one since I missed their shows in NYC last year.
Way freakin’ cool!!!
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The Comeback of Vinyl
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
I know many of you (Pope, Racer and Jeff come to mind….) have been adding to their vinyl collection this year. If you listened to this week’s episode of The Ripple Effect radio show you heard about Pope and Racer practically buying out a record store near San Fransisco each [...]
U2 on Letterman - FIVE NIGHTS IN A ROW!?
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
Hmmm, that’s a tad odd, don’t you think? But am I complaining? Heck no. But it will be hard to stay up that late to watch it.
Here’s something more about it that I snagged from the U2 Exit Blog:
U2’s newly announced Late Night With David Letterman residency — they’re playing [...]
Ray Manzarek/The Doors: Rock & Roll Quote
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
“The only thing that ultimately matters is to eat an ice-cream cone, play a slide trombone, plant a small tree, good God, now you’re free.”-Ray Manzarek
Sounds like a plan, Ray.
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