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Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
It’s gonna be a rockin’ opening day at The Big Gig on Milwaukee’s beautiful lakefront.
My headliner tonight is Robin Trower at the Potawatomi Bingo Casino Rock Stage. I absolutely love Trower!
Other headliners include Bon Jovi at the Marcus Amphitheater, Loverboy at the M&IClassic Rock Stage and the Meat Puppets [...]
Building My Summerfest Schedule: 11 Days of Rock & Roll
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
So many people have asked how I build my personal Summerfest schedule, so here it is in a nutshell.
Everything starts with what I call my non-negotiables. These are the concerts that I will plant myself at for the entire show. No walking away from these artists to catch another [...]
MICHAEL JACKSON August 29, 1958 - June 25, 2009
Submitted by RockPhiles Blog
One of the great international entertainers, Michael Jackson, died after suffering an apparent heart-attack at his rented home in Holmby Hills in Los Angeles. He was 50.
As reported below, Michael was poised for a come-back tour, starting in the UK next month.
His sister LaToya was seen running from the ER at UCLA [...]
Michael Jackson Died
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
This news shocks and saddens me. Apparently he had a heart attack. I know some people don’t like him, but I have always liked his muisc and think he’s one of the most entertaining performers ever. Sad.
I saw him on the “Bad” tour and was mesmerized by his dancing and [...]
Summerfest Takes Over My Life for 11 Days
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Summerfest starts tomorrow. 11 days and 700+ bands!
It’s gonna be a rockin’ time on the lakefront in Milwaukee!
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Mick Fleetwood: Rock & Roll History
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June 24, 1947: Mick Fleetwood was born.
Mick Fleetwood is a legendary rock/blues drummer and a founding member of Fleetwood Mac.
Got a chance to catch Fleetwood Mac a couple weeks ago and it was one groovy show.
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Jeff Beck: Rock & Roll Quote
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
“I don’t care about the rules. In fact, if I don’t break the rules at least 10 times in every song then I’m not doing my job properly.”-Jeff Beck
As someone who firmly believes in breaking the rules, I love this quote.
Happy Birthday, Jeff!
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Jeff Beck: Rock & Roll Video
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Happy 65th birthday to Jeff Beck!
Here he is performing a couple months ago with the singer from the Jeff Beck Group, a cat named Rod Stewart.
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Jeff Beck: Rock & Roll History
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
June 24, 1944: Jeff Beck was born.
Jeff Beck is an iconic guitar player who was recently inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the second time, this time as a solo performer.
From his time in the Yardbirds through the Jeff Beck Group and his current band, [...]
Cautious: Rock & Roll Dictionary
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Cautious: never making the same mistake once.
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Wordless Wednesday
Submitted by 70’s Classic Rock Blog
June 24,
2009
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Meat Loaf: Rock & Roll Wisdom
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
“Two out of three ain’t bad.”-Meatloaf
This song lends itself to a fun little lesson in perspective.
Two out of three can be spectacular, mediocre, or as pathetic as a blues singer showing up at your door when he has writer’s block, depending on your perspective.
For example, two out of three [...]
Diet: Rock & Roll Dictionary
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Diet: a brief period of starvation followed by a gain of five pounds.
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George Harrison “Let it Roll”
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
I received this for review last week and have listened to it over and over since then. In my opinion George’s music (from his solo career) was often overlooked because of the huge shadow his former bandmates cast over all he did. Kind of hard to be compete with “Lennon [...]
Summerfest Kicks Off in 3 Days!
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Summerfest 2009 starts Thursday and I could not be more psyched!
Another great year for classic rock…and I am, as always, ready to rock.
I’ve been a frequent visitor to Summerfest for more than 30 years and I’m absolutely thrilled to share my impressions of this year’s Big Gig with you! [...]
Jefferson Airplane: Rock & Roll Wisdom
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
“We are forces of chaos and anarchy…”-Jefferson Airplane
How cool is that? What a great excuse to cut loose and have some kick-ass fun!
A little chaos and anarchy jolts us out of our comfort zones and ignites our creative juices.
It is incumbent upon us to take this responsibility seriously by [...]
Rock and Roll Twitteroo for 2009-06-22
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
On this father’s day I am most grateful for my brilliant and beautiful twin daughters (and, of course, my fabulous wife). #
Gonna go play some disc golf with my family that I adore on this gorgeous Father’s Day. #
Coolest Father’s Day present ever! The girls got me a tie [...]
Rock and Roll Twitteroo for 2009-06-21
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
The more fun I have, the cooler the manifestations in my life. That is one groovy correlation. Having fun is the true secret. #
Off to have some coffee and an always-fun chat with social media guru @philgerb. #
RT @royatkinson If you know ahead of time that you are going [...]
Happy Birthday to Nils Lofgren!
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
“1953, Born on this day, Nils Lofgren, guitar, piano, vocals. He joined Neil Young’s band at age 17, playing piano on the album After the Gold Rush. From 1971 to 1974 recorded four albums with his own band, Grin. Solo 1976 UK No.8 album, ‘Cry Tough’. Joined Bruce Springsteen’s E [...]
What is this song really about?
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
I was listening to a song by U2 today and remembered reading what Bono said the song was about. But I’ve heard other people explain their ideas on what he was talking about when he wrote it.
The true inspiration for song lyrics are often argued by the listener, and really, [...]
Richie Furay - Part Two: The Interview
Submitted by Bloggerhythms Blog
No, this blog is not turning into all Poco all the time. It’s totally coincidental that June, with three posts related to this veteran country-rock band, has turned into Poco month. July will offer something completely different and more contemporary.
In the meantime, as promised last week, Poco’s former leader and founder, Richie [...]
Rock and Roll Twitteroo for 2009-06-19
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
Clapton & Winwood tore it up last night, and Buddy Guy came out with them for the encore!! Amazing show! #
Clapton & Winwood last night was a dream come true…and having Buddy Guy come out for the encores was icing on the cake. #
Just back from Chicago and last [...]
This was fun:
Submitted by Layla’s Classic Rock Blog
I took this off Facebook where my buddy Pete had tagged me. What you do is, using only song names from ONE ARTIST, answer these questions. Try not to repeat a song title.
Since Pete already used my favorite artist, I will use a different one.
Pick Your Artist: U2
Are you male [...]
Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood Tonight
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
I have been waiting for this one for years, folks. Clapton & Winwood together on their first tour together in 40 years.
We’re heading out to take the train down and hang out in Chicago for the day.
I thought it would be appropriate to stay at the Hard Rock Hotel [...]
Eric Clapton: Rock & Roll Wisdom
Submitted by Rock and Roll Guru Blog
“Let it blossom, let it flow.”-Eric Clapton
Notice that Slowhand said “let it blossom, let it flow.” He did not say make it blossom or force it to flow.
Most of us need to get out of that ridiculous motivational speaker mindset that we need to make everything happen. We need [...]
