Friday, January 30, 2015

Randy Bachman and Peter Frampton

Classic Rock has always had its moments. And this might be one of them. Randy Bachman and Peter Frampton teaming up. The front man of BTO and Guess Who has just released the first track to his new collection of songs called Heavy Blues. It was Neil Young that influenced Bachman to dig a little deeper. Do something fearless. Also appearing on Bachman's new cd? Joe Bonamassa and Robert Randolph. Look for it April 15. Or pre-order now.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Grateful Alive

The Grateful Dead. For nearly three decades. Even without Gerry. They've been one of America's most successful touring bands. The group has never had a number song and their albums have cracked the top ten once. SIMPLE HIGHWAY: A Cultural History of the Grateful Dead by Peter Richardson

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Richie Sambora and Phil X

What happens when the past meets the present? Like Richie Sambora formally of Bon Jovi sharing the stage with the man Phil X that replaced him?

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Marky Ramone Wasn't Punk

Don't let the poster on the wall fool you. The Ramones weren't "Punk Rock." In his new book drummer Marky Ramone opens the landscape for new and old followers to visually participate with the movement that put them inside the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame The Ramones are one of the three or four most influential American rock bands of all time, and their story, as related by surviving member Marky Ramone, is both entertaining and enlightening. So put on your old leather jacket, scream Gabba-Gabba-Hey at the top of your lungs, and dig in.” – Stephen King “Marky and I are from the 70’s as a drummer from the 70's he can show the new boys a beat or two! He's legend!!!” – Peter Criss of Kiss “Marky was an integral part of not one, but TWO of the most important bands in rock and roll. He saw everything from ground zero and lived to tell about it. Absolutely vital document!” – Anthony Bourdain “Marky's music and style defined the punk rock movement and has influenced countless artists, entertainers and designers. As a musician, he harnessed the energy of the 1970s counterculture into a truly new movement, one that resulted in a seismic shift in fashion, art and music. While playing in great groups like Wayne County and the Backstreet Boys, Dust, Estus, Richard Hell and the Voidoids, and of course The Ramones he became known as one of the best drummers on the scene.” – Tommy Hilfiger “It’s no secret that one of the Sire bands I was closest with were The Ramones. After all, my wife Linda, and good friend, Danny Fields managed them, and musically they changed the world. I particularly depended on Tommy for strength and reason within the band, and was quite shocked and saddened when he decided to leave. Thankfully, with advice from Tommy, they wound up choosing Marc Bell, who I knew well from Richard Hell and the Voidoids, also a Sire band. Marc is a drummer supreme, and was a perfect fit in every way, which is why I believe he was also chosen as the only non-original member to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the band back in 2002. Beyond that, his story, both in and out of The Ramones, musically and personally is quite incredible. A good read.” – Seymour Stein, co-founder of Sire Records.

Monday, January 26, 2015

Bob Dylan Shadows In The Night

Bob Dylan’s got a brand new studio album, Shadows In The Night. What makes this one so different? Dylan performs American classics. Al Schmitt. The most decorated engineer in Grammy Award history was part of the creation available February 3, 2015

Friday, January 23, 2015

Beatles Tribute To Tribute Beatles Bands

Netflix to VH1-Classic. The flat screen's been invaded by Rock-u-Mentarys. The Beatles tribute... is a little bit different. February 3rd. Come Together will be ready for play. A 52-minute film narrated by John Lennon's sister Julia. The Beatles’ legacy is told through the eyes and lives of Beatle tribute bands.

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Alice Cooper and Motley Crue

The bad boys of Classic Rock. The final stop. Full of fire. Anger and rage. Motley Crue and Alice Cooper on one stage. Alice says its still incredibly fun performing in front of people. You never grow tired of it. Then to have two of the worlds biggest theatrical bands come to your town. The goal is to never let you catch your breath.

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Richie Sambora and Orianthi

Richie Sambora's got a brand new bag. Jon Bon Jovi is out and the hottest girl on six strings Orianthi is in. Sambora has always been guilty of wanting to explore different levels of music.

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Mark Knopfler Is Back

Classic Rocker's are on the rise. The foreign movement of sound has seen the regrouping of Genesis. A new group Dead Daisies is actually old members from legendary acts. And Mark Knopfler is preparing to release "Tracker." The first release: ‘Beryl,’ His guitar riffs are famous. But it almost didn't happen. Once he became straight with instrument he truly wanted to play. Getting into the game was tougher than first thought.

Friday, January 16, 2015

The Backlash of U2's Free Music

Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason is normally a man of few words. But the backlash of U2's free music promotion is far from keeping him silent. People don't know how they want music delivered to them. The industry of music also needs to survive. Is "Streaming" the answer? But at what cost?

Thursday, January 15, 2015

Brian May Identifies The Concert Killer

No matter where you are. In the car. Movie theater. Concert halls or arena. Someone's always on the phone. Brian May of Queen says you're missing the show.

Wednesday, January 14, 2015

Bono and U2 Have Class

Bono and U2 giving away their music. Fans may have loved it. The industry of music. A different story. Sharon Osbourne added fuel to the fire

Tuesday, January 13, 2015

The New Age Of Pono

Ipods, MP3 Players and other digital devices have swiped from the moment the quality of music. What you hear in those ear buds is no different than penny candy. Neil Young plans to change the way we listen. Since the birth of music. The questions been: How far will it go before going silent? Classic Rocker Neil Young's got a vision. He's signed a deal with the Beatles to sell their catalog. The very Neil Young that inducted Paul McCartney into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame has vowed to create a community of musicians geared toward putting focus on the future. Preserving the music. Not generating a landslide of mp3's 4's and wavs for museum display. Neil Young believes it's time to represent what music really is before its lost in a digital age of easy to replace.

Monday, January 12, 2015

Yoko Ono Art Show Coming In May 2015

A casual conversation with Yoko Ono about her artwork. Remember that was... what attracted John Lennon. Have you ever wondered what it was the Beatle saw? Yoko Ono: One Woman Show, which focuses on her art work between 1960 and 1971, will go on display at the Museum of Modern Art starting on May 17th.

Friday, January 9, 2015

Eddie Money Musical

A lack of balance. Family pressure. Chaotic drug abuse. Failed bands. This isn't Behind The Music. It's Two Tickets To Paradise the musical. opens January 16th. Actor Matt Burns is Eddie Money. Madison Theater at Molloy College on Long Island, New York.

Thursday, January 8, 2015

Waanted Cheerleaders For Vince Neil of Motley Crue's Football Team

Drop the backstage pass and get on the fake grass. Vince Neil of Motley Crue owns an indoor arena football team. And he wants the hottest looking cheerleaders on the planet.

Wednesday, January 7, 2015

Steven Tyler Will Be At Super Bowl Party

If Katy Perry doesn't do it for you and you like to hop over and watch the other channels during halftime. Steven Tyler has been inked to perform at the Rolling Stone Super Bowl Party. What drives people to the Super Bowl? Is it the game? The commercials? Or the halftime entertainment? Steven Tyler might not be the center of attraction but he just signed on to headline at the Rolling Stone Super Bowl party.

Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Paul McCartneys New Super Band Project

Paul McCartney has shaped the sounds of music into a new foursome. A new band that includes Joe Perry, Alice Cooper and Johnny Depp Sometimes you just gotta laugh at the way Paul McCartney plays. While the world of music spent New Year's Eve poking fun at Paul's collaboration with Kanye West. Turns out the former Beatle has put together a secret band. A foursome that includes Joe Perry from Aerosmith, Alice Cooper and Johnny Depp. The Hollywood Vampires recorded "Come and Get It," a song McCartney wrote for Badfinger. It will likely be part of, or tied in with, Cooper's upcoming album of classic rock covers.

Monday, January 5, 2015

New Years Eve Brian Johnson and Billy Joel

What happens when two different shades of Classic Rock meet on stage New Years Eve? Billy Joel and Brian Johnson of AC/DC The first Monday after the New Year celebration... The hangover's gone. But the memories can't be replaced. Brian Johnson of AC/DC spent the final moments of 20-14 performing on stage with Billy Joel.