MUSIC FEATURES
The Beatles A-Z: Act Naturally
While the Fab Four wrote some of the most memorable tunes in Rock n' Roll, they also did justice to a handful of songs by other artists. "Act Naturally" is one such example ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 15th
1968 - LIFE magazine praised Jimi Hendrix as "the most spectacular guitarist in the world." ...Read More
Diana Ross Announces Tour
Singer Diana Ross is preparing to hit the road for her upcoming More Today Than Yesterday tour. The trek will find Ross performing her greatest hits ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 14th
1971 - Janis Joplin garnered her only Top Forty hit with “Me and Bobby McGee.” The Kris Kristopherson-penned song held the #1 spot on the Billboard pop singles chart for two weeks. ...Read More
Elton John Sets US Tourdates
Sir Elton John has announced a new run of dates taking place in the US next month. The veteran rocker, who has toured with fellow piano man Billy Joel as of late ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 13th
1966 – Opting for a solo career, Rod Stewart left Steampacket. He later joined the Faces. ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 12th
1996 – “These Boots Are Made For Walkin’” singer Nancy Sinatra donated her trademark white go-go boots to California's Beverly Hills Hard Rock Cafe. ...Read More
Listen to Peter, Paul and Mary's The Prague Sessions
This week a new album from Peter, Paul and Mary hit store shelves, that chronicles the trio's frequent collaborations with the Czech National Symphony Orchestra during the '80s and '90s. ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 11th
1977 - Billy Idol’s band Generation X performed a gig at England’s Leicester University. The show ended in violence as a glass was smashed over bassist Bob Andrew’s head. ...Read More
DOO-WOP LEGENDS: FRANKIE LYMON & THE TEENAGERS
In its infancy, Rock n' Roll was as much categorized by Doo-wop as it was by blues and jazz. Then known simply as R&B or even literally as "vocal harmony acts," doo-wop artists helped shape ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 10th
1981 - Jimmy Page appeared solo for the first time since Led Zeppelin disbanded, performing three encores with Jeff Beck at a concert in London. ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 9th
1976 - The Who’s drummer Keith Moon collapsed behind his kit at the beginning of a show in the Boston Garden. ...Read More
The Beatles A-Z: Across The Universe
Though the Beatles had already broken up by the time "Across The Universe" was released on their final album, Let It Be, John Lennon's ode to transcendental meditation showed no signs of a Fab Four in turmoil ...Read More
Trailer Surfaces for New Demme-Directed Neil Young Film
A trailer for Jonathan Demme's forthcoming concert film Trunk Show has hit the web. The film, which depicts Canadian songwriting legend Neil Young in ...Read More
Simon and Garfunkel Confirm Tour
Legendary singer/songwriter duo Simon and Garfunkel has confirmed last week's reports that they are set for a North American tour. ...Read More
Frampton, Yes Announce Joint Tour
Yes and Peter Frampton are teaming up for a joint headlining tour this summer over 30 years after joining forces for a similar trek. ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 8th
1973 - Paul McCartney was arrested after police found marijuana growing at his Scotland farm. Sir Paul claimed a fan gave him the seeds and that he was unaware of what they were. He was fined $240. ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 7th
1976 - Elton John’s wax figure went on display at Madame Tussaud’s Museum in London. ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 6th
1976 - Fleetwood Mac released the single “Rhiannon,” from their highly-acclaimed album, Rumours. ...Read More
Spanish Collab Results in Browne Double Album
Jackson Browne is preparing to release a new album this May, the singer/songwriter revealed to Spinner at the recent MusiCares tribute to Neil Young. ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 5th
1955 - Elvis Presley appeared on “Louisiana Hayride,” marking his first-ever TV appearance. ...Read More
Simon & Garfunkel Tour Shaping Up?
While Simon & Garfunkel were originally slated for just one performance this year at the famed New Orleans Jazz Fest, it now looks as though the duo is mounting up for a US tour. ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 4th
1970 - Janis Joplin was fined $200 after using obscene language at a Tampa, Florida concert. ...Read More
Lennon Featured in New Car Ad
Sean Lennon, the son of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, has explained that his mother approved video of the former Beatle for a car commercial in order to keep him "in the public consciousness." ...Read More
Carnegie Hall Hosts Who Tribute Show
The Who were the honorees of a tribute show held in New York City last night (March 3rd). Surprise guest Patti Smith summed up the night aptly, as she addressed the crowd ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 3rd
1978 - At the Aragon Ballroom in Chicago, Van Halen kicked off their first tour. Their concert rider famously specified that M&Ms be made available, but with all brown-colored candies removed. ...Read More
Buddy Holly Box Set Issued
A new set featuring the full extent of Buddy Holly's musical career was released recently. The Buddy Holly - Not Fade Away: The Complete Studio Recordings and More features a comprehensive sampling ...Read More
McCartney Unveils Summer Gigs
Paul McCartney has announced that he will headline the Isle Of Wight and Hard Rock Calling festivals this summer. ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 2nd
1999 - Bob Dylan opened the Las Vegas House of Blues. U2 singer Bono joined the songwriter on “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door’. ...Read More
Meat Loaf DVD Offers Vintage Cuts
The mighty Meat Loaf is showcased in a new live DVD that captures the singer performing in 1978 for German TV show Rockpalast. ...Read More
Eagles Add Tourdates
The Eagles have plotted a handful of new shows while promoting their latest album, 2007's Long Road Out of Eden. ...Read More
The Rock History Report for March 1st
1995 - Bruce Springsteen picked up four Grammys for his song, “Streets of Philadelphia,” from the soundtrack to the Tom Hanks film, ‘Philadelphia’. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 28th
1963 - John Lennon and Paul McCartney wrote “From Me to You” while making their way from York to Shrewsbury on their tour bus. They based the song on what they were reading in the NME letters column. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 27th
1970 - Oklahoma City fined Jefferson Airplane $1,000 for using profanity during a concert. ...Read More
Monkees Album Landing in Box Set
Rhino is set to release The Birds, The Bees & The Monkees as a three disc box set, which will repackage the Monkees' classic 1968 album with a variety of special extras. ...Read More
Classic T.A.M.I. Show to be Released Next Month
The T.A.M.I. Show, the 1962 concert film featuring countless performances from some of the biggest groups of the day, is set to be released on March 23rd. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 26th
1966 - The Rolling Stones released “19th Nervous Breakdown.” The song peaked at No. 2 on US charts and became the group’s ninth hit single. ...Read More
Steve Miller Band Preps Summer Tour
Steve Miller is getting ready to don his space cowboy suit once again, as the musician has recently revealed tourdates for an upcoming tour. ...Read More
Taylor and King Set Dates for Troubadour Tour
Singer/songwriters James Taylor and Carole King have shed light on their upcoming Troubadour tour. The duo will hit the road for select dates ...Read More
Tom Petty Announces New Album, Tour
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers have announced the forthcoming release of their first album in eight years. Mojo, the follow-up to Petty's 2003 effort, The Last DJ, will hit stores this spring. ...Read More
Stones' Exile on Main St. Getting Reissued
One of the Rolling Stones' most revered albums, the 1972 double-album Exile On Main St., is set to be reissued with some new additions. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 25th
2006 - Sex Pistols singer John Lydon announced on his Web site that his band would not attend their induction ceremony to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. ...Read More
CSN Plan Summer Tour
Crosby, Stills and Nash are set for a summer tour through the American West, with dates across California, New Mexico and Arizona. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 24th
1969 - In what would be their last gig together, the Jimi Hendrix Experience performed at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Hendrix broke up the group soon afterward. ...Read More
McCartney Announces US Dates
Sir Paul McCartney has announced plans to return stateside this spring to perform a handful of dates in locales he has missed in recent years. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 23rd
2000 - Carlos Santana conquered the Grammy awards, winning eight of ten awards he was nominated for. Santana tied the record Michael Jackson set in 1984 for his album, ‘Thriller’. ...Read More
THE 15: PRESIDENTIAL MOVIES
To honor President's Day, we've collected our favorite movies about the leader of the Executive Branch in our great United States of America. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 22nd
1969 - Led Zeppelin’s first album was reviewed by Oz magazine, who state that the band’s debut “defies immediate classification or description, simply because it’s so obviously a turning point in rock music that ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 21st
1995 - Bruce Springsteen performed live with the E Street Band for the first time in seven years at a New York nightclub for a video in Jonathan Demme’s film, ‘Murder Incorporated’. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 20th
1966 - Nancy Sinatra earned a No. 1 hit with her single, “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’.” ...Read More
Yoko Ono Collaborating with Sonic Youth?
Sonic Youth frontman Thurston Moore revealed new plans to work with John Lennon widow Yoko Ono in a recent message on his blog. ...Read More
Classic UK Rock Concert Getting Reissued
A handful of Rock's finest performances will be on full display with the release of Live at Knebworth on March 23rd. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 19th
1995 - Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee married ‘Baywatch’ star Pamela Anderson on a Cancun beach, with the bride decked out in a white bikini. ...Read More
Clapton, Beck Discuss Past Together, Tour Plans
Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck recently sat down for their first joint interview on the night before embarking on their co-headlining tour. ...Read More
Jimmy Page Preparing Autobiography
A new pictorial autobiography of legendary Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page is set for publication, according to The Pulse of Radio. Entitled Zoso, the book will mark Page's first-ever officially published book ...Read More
Grateful Dead Concert Album for Release
A new offering from the Grateful Dead is set to give fans another "Truckin'" experience, as the band's July 7th, 1989 show at Philly's John F. Kennedy Stadium is set for release. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 18th
1968 - Pink Floyd added guitarist Dave Gilmour to its ranks before ousting Syd Barrett, who had struggled with drugs and mental illness. ...Read More
Lesh to Throw 70th Birthday Party Gig
In honor of his upcoming 70th birthday, Phil Lesh has announced that Furthur, the band formed he created last year with former Grateful Dead bandmate Bob Weir, will perform with ...Read More
Levon Helm, Gov't Mule, Claypool for Mountain Jam
Mountain Jam, the event which began as a celebration marking the 25th anniversary of Radio Woodstock, has grown into an annual festival, gathering some of the music world's most electrifying acts. ...Read More
Johnny Depp-Narrated Doors Documentary Coming to Theaters
Fans of the Lizard King, get ready to open up the doors of perception again- a new documentary on the Jim Morrison-fronted rock band ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 17th
1979 - The Clash embarked on their first US tour, playing the Palladium in New York City. ...Read More
Hendrix Rock Band Game On the Way
Jimi Hendrix is the latest rock icon to get his own edition of the Rock Band video game. Janie Hendrix, the sister and overseer of Jimi's estate, dropped the news during ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 16th
1968 - John, Paul, George and Ringo traveled to India to study with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. ...Read More
Aerosmith Confirmed for Download Festival
Aerosmith and Rage Against The Machine have been announced for the lineup of this year's Download Festival. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 15th
1979 - Billy Joel scored two Grammys for “Just the Way You Are.” The song picked up Record of the Year and Song of the Year honors. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 14th
2000 - Kiss announced that they would don their makeup one last time for a farewell tour, and then auction off all of the props from their 30-year career. ...Read More
GALLERY: CELEBRITY TRAINWRECK MARRIAGES
Just ask anyone looking for love, Valentine's Day can be a painful holiday. However, most people have nothing on the disastrous relationships endured by many celebs. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 13th
1981 - Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon became the longest-running rock album on Billboards album chart after spending 402 weeks there. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 12th
1968 - Upon returning to his hometown of Seattle, Jimi Hendrix received the key to the city and played a special gig for students at his high school. ...Read More
Plant Working On New Solo Album?
Robert Plant has apparently settled upon It's Rude To Say No as the title for his upcoming solo album, which the Led Zeppelin singer plans to release later this year ...Read More
Clapton Announces Third Crossroads Guitar Festival
Eric Clapton has announced the bill for the latest incarnation of his popular Crossroads Guitar Festival. The third installment of the festival will take place on June 26th at Chicago's Toyota Park. ...Read More
U2's 360 Tour Coming Full Circle
U2 is currently taking some time off from their 360 Tour, but the Irish rockers are set to resume the worldwide trek this Summer. ...Read More
Mark Knopfler Tourdates
Dire Straits' Mark Knopfler has announced dates for an upcoming US solo tour. The guitarist will hit the road in support of his latest album, Get Lucky, which hit stores last September. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 11th
1963 - At Abbey Road studios, George Martin and the Beatles recorded all tracks for their first album between the hours of 10 a.m. and 11 p.m. ...Read More
Rock History Report for February 10th
1978 - Dire Straits released their classic track, “Sultans of Swing.” ...Read More
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