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Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Since today was the day Jeff Beck officially joined the Yardbirds in 1965, here he is playing “Beck’s Bolero.”
I can’t wait to see him next month…a true guitar god!
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Jeff Beck: Rock & Roll History
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
March 26, 1965: Jeff Beck replaced Eric Clapton in The Yardbirds.
A guitar legend replacing a guitar legend. And the following year another guitar legend, Jimmy Page, was added.
It’s great to see Jeff Beck finally getting his due as a solo artist, as he’ll be inducted into the Rock and [...]
Feng shui: Rock & Roll Dictionary
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Feng shui: an ancient Chinese term meaning ‘to put your spouse’s junk in the garage.’
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Rock On Digital
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
There’s a new site out there that looks pretty good: Rock On Digital
“The only place on the web where you can experience exclusive classic rock shows, previews, concerts, studio sessions, videos, audio tracks, interviews and so much more.”
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Rock and Roll Guru Wrote About Me :)
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
One of the coolest rock and roll bloggers on the planet (Earth) did a post on me today as a precursor to his post about the song “Layla”. I am honored! If you don’t know Joe or read his blog you are missing out. He’s also the author of The [...]
Layla Part 1
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
When you saw Layla, I bet you were thinking Eric Clapton. Nope…I’ll save that for part 2.
I’m talking about my friend Layla, who writes a most excellent blog at Layla’s Classic Rock. If you haven’t seen it, check it out.
Layla is a true classic rocker, and a ginormous Springsteen [...]
Rock & Roll Roots Class
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
There’s going to be a very cool Rock & Roll Roots class this Saturday afternoon, March 28th, at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music.
I’m certain it will be an outstanding event, as the teacher will be Steve Palec. When the topic is classic rock, Steve is one of the most [...]
Sly and the Family Stone: Rock & Roll Video
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Since I’ve been groovin’ on Sly and the Family Stone this morning, here they are performing “I Want to Take You Higher.”
Feel free to get up and dance if the spirit moves you…you know I’m gonna.
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Rock & Roll Breakfast: Sly and The Family Stone
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
I had Sly for breakfast this morning.
What I mean is, while exercising this morning I was listening to Essential Sly from Sly and the Family Stone. I haven’t listened to Sly in a while, so it sounded incredibly fresh and vibrant.
I truly did not want to work out this [...]
Aretha Franklin: R-E-S-P-E-C-T Video
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
You didn’t think I could let Aretha’s birthday pass without a video of “Respect,” did you?
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Aretha Franklin: Rock & Roll Quote
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Being a singer is a natural gift. It means I’m using to the highest degree possible the gift that God gave me to use. I’m happy with that.”-Aretha Franklin
And speaking for fans everywhere, we’re happy with it to, Aretha!
Happy Birthday!
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Aretha Franklin: Rock & Roll Video
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
As we wish a great big happy birthday to Aretha Franklin, let’s watch her sing one of my favorites, “I Say a Little Prayer.” Enjoy.
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Aretha Franklin: Rock & Roll History
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
March 25, 1942: Aretha Franklin was born.
Aretha Franklin truly is the Queen of Soul, with one of the most amazing voices I have ever heard.
I could listen to Aretha sing all day, and I might just do that today.
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Elton John: Rock & Roll Quote
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“The great thing about rock and roll is that someone like me can be a star.”-Elton John
God bless rock and roll!
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Elton John/Billy Joel: Rock & Roll Video
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Since we’re celebrating Sir Elton John’s birthday, and he’s currently touring again with Billy Joel, here they are playing “Bennie and the Jets” just a couple weeks ago in Tampa. Please click here if you cannot see the video.
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Elton John: Rock & Roll History
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
March 25, 1947: Sir Elton John was born.
The baby boomers’ version of Liberace, Elton John is a fabulous pianist and performer. The last time I saw Elton was in Las Vegas, where he was doing a ton of dates at Caesar’s Palace. As always, his show rocked the house.
I’m [...]
Check out: ZZ Top
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
Songfacts asked their readers to pick their top ten favorite music videos. To see which ones came out on top check here.
This is my favorite out of their selections:
“Sledgehammer” is a celebration of modern animation. Award winning animators The Brothers Quay used claymation, pixilation, and stop motion to give life [...]
Wordless Wednesday
Submitted by 70’s Classic Rock Blog
Check out: ZZ Top
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This Day in Music…
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
2001, A stretch of road on Highway 19 in Macon, Georgia, was named Duane Allman Boulevard, near where the Allman Brothers guitarist died aged 24 in a motorcycle crash on October 29, 1971.
1997, US soul singer Harold Melvin died aged 57. (1972 US No.3 & 1974 UK No.9 single ‘If [...]
Never: Rock & Roll Dictionary
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Never: the only time you should confuse your job with your life.
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Clapton & Allman Brothers: Rock & Roll Video
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
I just stumbled onto this video of Eric Clapton and the Allman Brothers playing an encore of “Layla” last night in New York.
Watching EC and Derek and Warren playing together sends chills up and down my spine. Enjoy!
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Grateful Dead: Rock & Roll Video
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Since the wakeup call on yesterday’s Shuttle Discovery Mission was the Grateful Dead’s “Box of Rain,” I think it’s only appropriated that we watch them performing this classic, written by Phil Lesh. Please click here if you cannot see the video.
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Grateful Dead: Rock & Roll On the Space Shuttle
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Fellow Deadheads, we are everywhere…literally!!
Yesterday’s wakeup call on the Shuttle Discovery Mission was the Dead’s “Box of Rain.”
How cool is that?
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Darius Rucker - Learn To Live (2008)
Submitted by Bloggerhythms Blog
On his second solo effort, the very compelling baritone of Darius Rucker is front and center on this pleasant CD of contemporary country music. That is how it should be because Rucker’s voice is the reason to listen to Learn To Live.
The twelve songs are loaded with fiddles, banjos, and steel [...]
Unemployment: Rock & Roll Dictionary
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Unemployment: waking up and immediately being on the job.
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