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THE

ROCK STAR CHRONICLES

TRUTHS,CONFESSIONS AND WISDOM

FROM THE MUSIC LEGENDS THAT SET US FREE

WHERE HAVE ALL THE ROCK STARS GONE?
Rock and Roll, the Blues, and Jazz are America's contribution to the arts, so why are we not fighting to preserve our own musical legacy and culture?
Rooted from the early blues pioneers, the longevity of rock and roll is second to none. But strangely enough those legendary rock heroes that we were so accustomed to hearing every time we turned on our radios had mysteriously vanished from the mainstream. The music of the 1960's, 70's and even the 80's was an important juncture in all of our lives. So many of us timeline life's precious moments with the music we remember, when the music was so great, when the music mattered. The baby-boomer generation is financially imperative yet many of its entertainment standards have been renounced.
One day, the plug was pulled on those legendary music artists. Hackers began stealing music across the internet. Online music stores popularized cheap digital singles and neglected to promote full-length albums. Radio stations changed formats to accommodate talk show radio jocks while rappers and electronic dance music menaced the airwaves. Notorious record companies began folding in droves. Record companies and radio stations that were once owned and operated by visionaries were now run by accountants and lawyers and the music world began promoting untalented wannabes. The economy plummeted, and radio stations became more concerned about how many consecutive commercials they could run instead of providing quality radio programming and entertainment value. Radio stations became corporate machines leaving no room for innovation. Throughout the 2000s, recording studios and live performances began using an audio processor called "Auto-Tune" to disguise off-key inaccuracies in vocal tracks. The device allowed virtually anyone without music skills to become a singer and new waves of mainstream radio stars were instantly fabricated. The business of music became stronger and more important than the art of music.
For more than a decade, I've been on a rock and roll pilgrimage to help promote and save the greatest music the world has ever known. Before the internet and Napster, virtuoso musicians traditionally introduced their music by way of mainstream radio stations while anxious music enthusiasts hurried to their favorite record stores and purchased a copy of the artist's latest release. Talk radio wasn't popular because there was way too much great music to play over the airwaves. Advertisers didn't rule the airwaves, the music did. Rock legends toured the world to promote their latest albums and prices of concert tickets were extremely affordable. Proficient musicians, singers, and songwriters are what made the music so great.

 

Some of the notable 'Music Artists' Ray has interviewed and helped to promote include...

(Many of these artists will be featured in

THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES series).

Joe Lala (Blues Image.. Stephen Stills and Manassas.. The Bee Gees.. Firefall)

Jim McCarty (The Yardbirds.. Renaissance)

Eric Burdon (The Animals.. War)

Mark Lindsay (Paul Revere and the Raiders)

Mark Volman (The Turtles.. Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention)

Joe Lynn Turner (Rainbow.. Deep Purple)

Gregg Rolie (Santana.. Journey)

Mark Farner(Grand Funk Railroad)

Dave Mason (Traffic)

Jon Anderson (YES)

Ronnie Montrose (Montrose.. Gamma)

Tony Levin (Peter Gabriel.. Levin Torn White.. King Crimson)

Billy Sherwood (YES.. Circa)

Tommy James (Shondells)

Stanley Sheldon (Tommy Bolin.. Peter Frampton)

Kim Wilson (The Fabulous Thunderbirds)

Todd Rundgren (Nazz.. Utopia)

Pat Simmons ( The Doobie Brothers)

Janet Robbins ( Ambient music artist/Daughter of Marty Robbins)

Barry Winslow (The Royal Guardsmen)

Norman Greenbaum (Spirit in the Sky)

Kim Simmonds (Savoy Brown)

Roger McGuinn (The Byrds)

Al Atkins (Judas Priest)

Paul May (Atkins/May Project)

Roger Fisher (Heart)

Greg Lake (King Crimson, Emerson,Lake and Palmer)

Nils Lofgren (Grin, Bruce Springsteen and the E street Band)

Tommy Roe ("Sheila," "Sweet Pea," "Dizzy")

Chris Stein (Blondie)

Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull)- Part 1

Henry McCullough (Joe Cocker & The Grease Band, Paul McCartney & Wings)

Merrell Fankhauser (The Impacts, MU, Merrell And The Exiles, Fapardokly)

Andy Powell (Wishbone Ash)

Frank Marino (Mahogany Rush)

Chris Squire (YES)

Gary Puckett (The Union Gap)

Micky Dolenz (The Monkees)

Michael Des Barres (Silverhead.. Detective)

Eric Johnson ("Cliffs of Dover")

Colin Blunstone (The Zombies)

Suzi Quatro ('Queen of Rock')

Steve Hillage (Gong)

Lou Gramm (Foreigner)

Annie Haslam (Renaissance)

Johnny Winter

Paul Kantner (Jefferson Airplane.. Jefferson Starship)

Peter Rivera (Original lead singer and drummer of Rare Earth)

Jason Sawford (Australian Pink Floyd)

Maria Muldaur

Candice Night (Blackmore's Night)

Tom Rush

Gino Vannelli

Jim "Dandy" Mangrum (Black Oak Arkansas)

Phil Ehart (Kansas)
Pete Best (The Beatles)
Dr. John
Billy J. Kramer (The Dakotas)
John Kay (Steppenwolf)  
Tom Johnston (The Doobie Brothers)
Lita Ford (The Runaways)
Robin Trower
Roger Hodgson (Supertramp)
Joey Molland (Badfinger)
Marky Ramone (Dust.. Ramones)
Mick Box (Uriah Heep)
Jeff Berlin (Virtuoso bassist)
Ian Gillan (Deep Purple)
Gary Lewis (The Playboys)
Chuck Negron (Three Dog Night)
Dave Davies (The Kinks)
Mike Love (The Beach Boys)
Billy Cobham (Mahavishnu Orchestra)
Burton Cummings (The Guess Who)
Gary Wright (Spooky Tooth,"Dream Weaver")
Melanie
Roy Rogers (Virtuoso slide guitarist)
Ted Nugent  
Corky Laing (Mountain.. West,Bruce & Laing.. 'Playing God')
Cherie Currie (The Runaways)
Roger Earl (Savoy Brown.. Foghat)
John Mayall (The Bluesbreakers)
Julian Lennon  
Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top)
Steve Hackett (Genesis.. GTR)
Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge.. Cactus.. Beck,Bogert & Appice.. Rod Stewart)
Tony Joe White ("Polk Salad Annie," "Rainy Night in Georgia")
Geoff Downes (The Buggles.. Asia.. YES)
Petula Clark ("Downtown," "A Sign of the Times," "Don't Sleep in the Subway")
Michael Pinder (The Moody Blues)
Joe Bonsall (The Oak Ridge Boys) Part 1 & 2
Wayne Swinny (Saliva)
Judy Collins
Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull) -Part 2
Jack Bruce (Cream.. West Bruce & Laing.. Robin Trower.. Big Blues Band)
Chris Thompson (Manfred Mann's Earth Band- "Blinded by the Light")
Jann Klose (Pop singer & songwriter)
Andy Summers (The Police.. Circa Zero)
Dan McCafferty (Nazareth)

Arthur Brown (The Crazy World of Arthur Brown)
Susanna Hoffs (The Bangles)
Jesse Colin Young (The Youngbloods)
Darryl Way (Curved Air)  
Don Wilson (The Ventures)
Patrick Moraz (YES.. The Moody Blues)
Jonathan Edwards ("Sunshine")
Al Kooper (The Blues Project.. Blood,Sweat & Tears.. Bob Dylan.. Mike Bloomfield)
Mary Sarah (Country music's newest shining star)
Edgar Winter ("Frankenstein," "Free Ride")
Keith Emerson (The Nice.. Emerson,Lake & Palmer)

Jean-Luc Ponty (Frank Zappa.. Mahavishnu Orchestra.. Jon Anderson)

Randy Bachman  (The Guess Who, Bachman-Turner Overdrive)

Robin Trower-2014

Trini Lopez ( "If I Had A Hammer," "Lemon Tree")

Barry Hay (Golden Earring)

Ray Thomas (The Moody Blues)

Nikki Lunden & Lora G.(Lunden Rein)-New Group!

Engelbert Humperdinck ("Release Me,"After The Lovin'," "The Last Waltz")

David Clayton-Thomas (Blood,Sweat and Tears)

Dave Edmunds ( "I Hear You Knocking") Rockpile

Bruce Kulick (KISS,Grand Funk Railroad)

 

RADIO INTERVIEWS

Kevin Godley (10 cc)

John Payne (ASIA)

Martin Barre (Jethro Tull)

Geoff Tate (Queensryche)

Vinnie Moore (UFO)

Beth Hart (World-renowned singer and songwriter)

Magic Dick (J.Geils Band) & Shun Ng (International Music Star)

Gary Lucas(Captain Beefheart) & Jann Klose (Prodigious Singer and Songwriter)

Marky Ramone (Dust, Ramones)

Kenny Aaronson (Dust, Stories, Bob Dylan, Rick Derringer, Joan Jett, New York Dolls,Yardbirds)

Jon Anderson (YES, AndersonPonty Band)

Jamie Glaser (AndersonPonty Band)

Ewan Currie (The Sheepdogs)

Miles Copeland III (Legendary Music Mogul)

Ginger Gilmour (David Gilmour’s Ex Wife)

Albert Castiglia (Blues guitarist)

Fee Waybill (The Tubes)

Roger Earl (Legendary drummer for Foghat)

Lucie Arnaz (Singer,dancer,actress,daughter of Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz)

Wally Palmar (Lead singer,songwriter,guitarist for THE ROMANTICS)

Janet Robbins (Ambient Multi-instrumentalist artist and daughter of country music icon Marty Robbins)

Dennis Locorriere (Lead singer,guitarist,songwriter for DR HOOK)

Wally Stocker (Lead guitarist for THE BABYS)

Tony Palmer (Legendary British filmmaker & director)

Doug Aldrich (Guitarist & songwriter DIO,Whitesnake,The Dead Daisies)

Laura & Nikki Lunden(Lunden Reign)

Jesse Colin Young (The Youngbloods)

Ed King (The Strawberry Alarm Clock/Lynyrd Skynyrd)

Rick Roberts (The Flying Burrito Brothers/Firefall)

Rich Little (Legendary impressionist & comedian)

Laura & Nikki Lunden (Lunden Reign)

John Hall (Guitarist,songwriter,singer (Orleans)

Carl Palmer (Legendary drummer for ELP & ASIA)

Bobby Kimball (Singer/songwriter/musicians for TOTO)

Ken Hensley (Multi-instrumentalist/songwriter/singer for Uriah Heep)

Henry Paul (Singer/guitarist/songwriter for The Outlaws)

Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr. (The 5th Dimension)

Binky Womack (Singer/songwriter/guitarist/producer & nephew of

R&B legend Bobby Womack)

Alan White  (Legendary drummer with 'Y E S')

John Sebastian (Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist w/The Lovin'Spoonful)

Jim Messina (Singer/songwriter/guitarist/producer w/The Buffalo Springfield/Poco/

Loggins & Messina

Frank Marino (Monster guitarist/singer/songwriter w/Mahogany Rush)

Billy Cobham (Legendary drummer/Pioneer of Jazz-Fusion)

Suzi Quatro (Rock and Roll Heroine)

Bobby Caldwell (Legendary drummer and songwriter 'Captain Beyond')

Ray Walker (Legendary bass singer with The Jordanaires)

Peter Asher (Peter & Gordon/Legendary Music Producer)

Todd Rundgren (NAZZ/Utopia/Legendary music artist & producer)

Candice Night (Blackmore's Night)

Roger & Mike Fisher ('HEART')

Ian McDonald (King Crimson/Foreigner)

Malik Shakur (Tupac Shakur's cousin/Talk show host)

Cindy Blackman Santana (Lenny Kravitz/Santana)

Kim Simmons (Savoy Brown)

Nona Hendryx (LABELLE)

Derek Shulman (GENTLE GIANT)

Steve Hunter (Lou Reed/Alice Cooper)

Steve Fossen & Michael Derosier (HEART)

Keith Thibodeaux (Little Ricky-I Love Lucy/David & The Giants)

Mason Williams ("Classical Gas"/ TV comedy writer)

Chuck Negron (The voice of Three Dog Night)

Alannah Myles ("Black Velvet" queen)

Mark Stein (Vanilla Fudge)

Mick Box (Uriah Heep)

Kevin Martin (Candlebox)

Joe Deninzon (Stratospheerius)

Lee Kerslake (Uriah Heep/Ozzy Osbourne)

Melanie Safka (The voice of a generation)

Felix Cavaliere (The Rascals)

Michael Des Barres (Silverhead/Detective/Murdoc from McGyver)

Ivan Browne (The Lemon Pipers "Green Tambourine")

Corey Glover (Living Colour)

Tommy Bolin Tribute w/Joe Vitale & Kenny Passarelli (Joe Walsh/Barnstorm)

Mark Andes (Spirit/Jo Jo Gunne/Heart/Firefall)

Jock Bartley (Firefall)

Rupert Holmes ("Escape -The Pina Colada Song")

Eddie "Devil Boy" Turner (Blues Guitarist)

Prairie Prince (The Tubes/Todd Rundgren)

John McNally (The Searchers)

Stephen Bishop ("On and On", "It Might Be You", "Save It for a Rainy Day")

Bobby Goldsboro (He had a string of pop and country hits in the 1960s and 1970s, including his signature No. 1 hit "Honey")

Elias Soriano (Frontman for Nonpoint)

David Huff (David & The Giants)

Greg X. Volz (PETRA)

John Lodge (The Moody Blues)

Bruce Soord (The Pineapple Thief)

Sonja Kristina (Curved Air)

Annie Haslam (Renaissance)

Richard Lloyd (Television)

Bob Kulick (KISS session guitarist/producer)

Neal Smith (Alice Cooper legendary drummer)

Doane Perry (Jethro Tull)

Loretta Swit (Actress M*A*S*H)

Paul Nelson (Johnny Winter)

Robert Berry (Keith Emerson/Greg Kihn Band)

Leo Lyons (Ten Years After)

Pat Vegas (Redbone)

Rick Lambert (Empty Trail)

Dr. Neil Ratner MD (Michael Jackson's Physician)

John Mayall (The Bluesbreakers)

Tom Dreesen (Legendary Stand-up Comedian)

Graham Russell (Air Supply)

David Cousins (STRAWBS)

Don Brewer (Grand Funk Railroad)

Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge/Rod Stewart)

Dennis Coffey (The Funk Brothers)

Dave Bickler (Survivor "Eye of the Tiger")

Russell Bizzett (Jose Feliciano)

Andy Powell (Wishbone Ash)

Connie Francis (Legendary Singer)

William King (The Commodores)

Bill Nelson (Be-Bop Deluxe)

Phil Lanzon (URIAH HEEP)

"Jim Dandy" Mangrum (Black Oak Arkansas)

Danny Goldberg (Nirvana's Manager)

Southside Johnny (Asbury Jukes)

Rosalie Cunningham (Prog Rock Singer/Songwriter/Multi-instrumentalist)

Jeff "Skunk" Baxter (Steely Dan/Doobie Brothers)

Gary Pihl (Sammy Hagar/Alliance/Boston)

Mitch Ryder (The Detroit Wheels)

Bernard Fowler (The Rolling Stones)

Derek "Mo" Moore (NEKTAR)

John Ford Coley (England Dan & John Ford Coley)

Greg Kihn (The Greg Kihn Band)

Peter Beckett (Player)

Dionne Warwick (International Superstar)

Robert "Kool" Bell (Kool & the Gang)

Tony Brock (Rod Stewart & The Babys)

Myles Goodwyn (April Wine)

Dennis Diken (The Smithereens)

Martha Davis (The Motels)

Frankie Banali (Quiet Riot)

David Marks (The Beach Boys)

Jack Russell (Great White)

Don Felder (Eagles)

Dave Pegg (Jethro Tull/Fairport Convention)

Bruce Sudano (Legendary Songwriter/Brooklyn Dreams/Donna Summer)

Bob Catley (Frontman for MAGNUM)

Kenny Kramer (The Real Cosmo Kramer from Seinfeld)

Dennis Mackay (Legendary Engineer/Producer)

Steve "Lips"Kudlow (ANVIL)

David Clayton-Thomas (The legendary voice of Blood, Sweat & Tears)

Tom Rush (Master Storyteller)

Mike Finnigan (Legendary studio musician /Jimi Hendrix electric ladyland

Reggie McBride (Stevie Wonder/Rare Earth/Elton John/Tommy Bolin)

Johnnie Bolin (Black Oak Arkansas/Guitar Legend Tommy Bolin Brother)

Bobby Berge (Tommy Bolin/Buddy Miles)

Greg Errico (Original drummer w/Sly & The Family Stone)

Jan Hammer (Mahavishnu Orchestra/Miami Vice Theme)

Andy Tillison (The Tangent)

Mike Pinera (Blues Image/Iron Butterfly/Classic Rock All-Stars)

Chris James (The Burrito Brothers)

Tom Chapin (Singer/Songwriter/Storyteller)

Don Dannemann (The Cyrkle)

Joe Puerta (AMBROSIA)

Lee Oskar (W A R /The LowRider Band)

Kelly Nickels (L.A.Guns)

Vinny Appice (Black Sabbath/DIO/Heaven & Hell/Last in Line

Jimmy Hall (WET WILLIE)

Jonell Mosser(Revered Songstress)

Frank Van Bogaert (Frontman for prog rock group Fish on Friday)

Jorma Kaukonen (Jefferson Airplane/HOT TUNA

Jerome Mazza (Pinnacle Point)

Neal Smith (Alice Cooper)

Shirley King (Daughter of Blues Legend B.B.King)

Joe Louis Walker (Legendary Electric Blues Guitarist)

Larry McCray (Blues Singer & Guitarist)

Artimus Pyle (Lynyrd Skynyrd legendary drummer)

Rick Wakeman (Legendary keyboardist and composer with 'Y E S ')

Rick Wills (Peter Frampton/Foreigner/David Gilmour/Small Faces/Bad Company

Andy Timmons (Danger Danger)

Rik Emmett (Triumph)

John McLaughlin (Mahavishnu Orchestra)

John Oates (Hall & Oates)

Jack Casady (Jefferson Airplane/Hot Tuna)

Brian Bromberg (Jazz bassist/Stan Getz)

James Williamson (Iggy & the Stooges)

Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad)

Arpi Alto (Armenian Singing Sensation/Julia Roberts Look-alike)

Marc Urselli (Legendary Producer & Engineer)

Joey Molland (Badfinger)

Albert Bouchard(Blue Oyster Cult)

Rudi Protrudi (The Fuzztones)

Deborah Bonham (Blues/Rock singer/Sister of Zeppelin Legend John Bonham)

Martin Barre (Jethro Tull Guitar Legend)

Arthur Brown (The God of Hellfire)

Matthew Nelson (Nelson)

Kenny Laguna (Producer/Songwriter/Longtime Music Partner w/Joan Jett)

Michael Franklin ( Grammy Award Nominated Producer/Songwriter/Performer)

Jeff Pilson (Dokken/Dio/Foreigner)

Chris Holmes (Metal Guitarist with /W.A.S.P./Mean Man)

Brian Wheat (TESLA)

David Muse (Firefall)

David Ellefson (Megadeth)

George Lynch (Dokken/Lynch Mob)

Danny Zelisko (Legendary concert promoter)

Mike Reno (Loverboy)

Ric Lee (Ten Years After)

Don McLean (Singer/Composer/"American Pie")

Joe Macre (Crack the Sky)

Chuck Leavell (Allman Brothers Band/Rolling Stones)

Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad) Special Zoom Interview!

Dar. ra (Indie Rock sensation) Special Zoom Interview

Maria Muldaur ("Midnight at the Oasis")  

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Denny Seiwell (The Allman Brothers Band/Rolling Stones/David Gilmour

/George Harrison/ Special ZOOM Interview)

Robin Trower (Legendary Guitarist)

Annie Haslam (Renaissance)

Robert Berry (Keith Emerson/Greg Kihn Band)

Frank Marino (Mahogany Rush)

Nad Sylvan (Genesis Revisited-ZOOM Interview)

John Hall (ORLEANS)

Tommy Roe (Legendary 60s Hitmaker)

Geoff Downes (The Buggles/ASIA/YES)

Walter Egan ("Magnet and Steel")

Michael Sadler (The voice of SAGA)

Curtis ‘Binky’ Womack (Nephew of Legend Bobby Womack)

Emilio Castillo (Founder of R&B/Funk legends ‘Tower of Power’)

Wendy Dio (Wife of the legendary Ronnie James Dio)

Michael Jahnz (Richrath Project 3:13)

Kim Wilson (The Fabulous Thunderbirds)

Tony Kaye (David Bowie/Detective/CIRCA/YES)

Peter Albin (Big Brother & The Holding Company)

Rogers Stevens (Blind Melon)

Rod Argent (ARGENT/The Zombies)

Bruce Sudano (Brooklyn Dreams/Husband of the late Donna Summer)

Jim McCarty (Renaissance/Box of Frogs/The Yardbirds)

Andy Summers (The Police)

Steve Hackett (Genesis/Genesis Revisited)

Joey Dee (The Starliters)

Marshall Thompson (The Chi-Lites)

Derek Holt (Climax Blues Band)

Yogi Lang ( Frontman for German Prog Rock group RPWL)

Carmine Appice (Legendary drummer w/Vanilla Fudge/Beck, Bogert & Appice/Cactus/Rod Stewart)

Chris Hillman (The Byrds/Flying Burrito Bros./Manassas)

Joe Louis Walker (Legendary electric blues guitarist)

Guy Pratt (Bassist Pink Floyd/David Gilmour/Nick Mason)

Jim Peterik (The Ides of March/Survivor)

DION (The Belmonts)

Livingston Taylor (Legendary folk musician/singer/songwriter)

Kate Taylor (Singer/songwriter/sister of James & Livingston Taylor) with

Peter Asher (Peter and Gordon/Legendary Producer)

Leslie Mandoki (Founder of Mandoki Soulmates)

David Cross (Electric Violinist /King Crimson)

Billy Cobham (Legendary drummer/Mahavishnu Orchestra)

Candice Night (Blackmore's Night)

Steve March-Tormé  (Son of the legendary Mel Tormé) 

Michael Franklin (Producer/musician/songwriter)

Gary Hoey (Blues/Rock guitarist/songwriter/producer)

John Lodge (The Moody Blues)

Steve Rothery (Marillion)

Suzi Quatro (The Queen of Rock)

Dave Bainbridge (IONA/ Celestial Fire/ Lifesigns/ Strawbs

Dale Bozzio (Missing Persons)

Ian Anderson (JETHRO TULL)

Nash Albert (Georgian Singer-Songwriter-musician-poet)

Ross The Boss (Monster guitarist the Dictators/Manowar/Death Dealer)

Micki Free (Native American Blues/Rock Guitarist/ Ex member of SHALAMAR)

Graham Parker (The Rumour)

Rick Barry (NBA Hall of Famer)

Roger & Mike Fisher (HEART)

Greg Martin (The Kentucky Headhunters)

Neal Morse (Transatlantic/The Neal Morse Band)

Pat Travers (The Pat Travers Band)

Lawrence Gowan (Styx)

Ann Wilson (HEART)

Billy Stokes (A Wounded Warrior who became a Rock Star!)

Marc Storace (KROKUS lead singer)

Jimmy Fox (The Outsiders/James Gang)

Members of the Norwegian prog group MEER

Karmen Klinc and  Erina Seitllari  (vocalists of metal group VENUS 5)

Rick Ventura (Guitarist RIOT/RIOT ACT)

Adrian Belew (Frank Zappa/David Bowie/King Crimson)

Chuck Wright (Quiet Riot)

Whitney Tai (Singer/Songwriter)

Melba Moore (Singer/Actress/ Broadway Star)

Les Dudek (Legendary Guitarist Steve Miller/Boz Scaggs/Allman Brothers)

John Waite (The Voice of The Babys & Bad English)

Jack Starr (Burning Starr)

Brian Chatton (The Warriors/Flaming Youth/Boy's Don't Cry/John Miles)

David Spero ("high-profile" music manager)

Linda Gail Lewis (Singer/Songwriter/Pianist/ Sister of Jerry Lee Lewis)

Derek Sherinian (Keyboardist Planet X/Black Country Communion/Sons of Apollo)

Gilbert O'Sullivan (Legendary 70s Hitmaker)

Torsten Kinsella (God Is An Astronaut)

Members of SONS OF SILVER

Andy McCoy (HANOI ROCKS)

Rebecca Pidgeon (Actress/Singer/Songwriter/Musician)

Jeff Berlin (World-Class Bass Player/Educator)

dUg Pinnick (Bassist/Singer/Songwriter of KING'S X)

Kelly Ogden (Lead singer of The DoLLyROTS)

Elliott Randall (Legendary Session Guitarist Famous for Solos on "Reelin in the Years" & "Fame"

Sally Steele (singer/songwriter/publisher/founder/author & filmmaker/ CEO and editor-in-chief of Vegas Rocks! Magazine

Darryl Way (Legendary Curved Air Violinist & Keyboardist)

'Fito' De La Parra (Legendary Drummer with Canned Heat)

Javier Bátiz (Legendary Mexican Guitarist/Composer/Singer who mentored

Carlos Santana)

Larry Tamblyn (The Standells)

Chris Impellitteri (Guitarist/Songwriter/Founder of Impellitteri)

Mary Fahl (Singer/Songwriter/October Project/Solo Artist)

Arthur Brown (The God of Hellfire! The Crazy World of Arthur Brown)

Vinnie Moore (Virtuoso Guitarist & Songwriter/ UFO)

Mark Stein (Vanilla Fudge)

Steve Luongo (Drummer for The John Entwistle Band)

Alan Parsons  (Sound engineer for BeatlesAbbey Road  and Let It Be/ Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon/ Singer/Musician/Songwriter for The Alan Parsons Project) 

Martin Barre (Legendary Jethro Tull guitarist)

Jon Pousette-Dart (Pousette-Dart Band)

Rick Lambert (Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter w/Empty Trail)

Kenney Jones (Legendary Drummer w/Small Faces/Faces/The Who)

David Fishof (Producer, Sports Agent, Founder of Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp)

David Libert (Member of 60s group The Happenings/Tour manager w/Alice Cooper/George Clinton)

Kathryn Leigh Scott (Actress/Author famed for 'DARK SHADOWS') 

Simon Collins & Kelly Nordstrom (eMolecule)

Richard Williams (K A N S A S)

Brian Hyland (Legendary 60s Hitmaker)

Gary Lewis (Gary Lewis & The Playboys)

Dennis Tufano (The Buckinghams)

Dave Mason (TRAFFIC/Derek & the Dominoes/Fleetwood Mac)

Robin Lane (Robin & the Chartbusters)

Andy Glass (SOLSTICE)

Ross Jennings (Novena/D' Virgilio, Morse & Jennings/HAKEN)

Tommy Roe (Legendary 60s Hitmaker)

Mike Pinera (Blues Image/Iron Butterfly) w/producer Michael Franklin

Yogi Lang (Frontman & songwriter for German Prog-Rock group RPWL)

Jason Bieler (SAIGON KICK/Jason Bieler and the Baron Von Bielski Orchestra) 

Ben Craven (Aussie Prog-Rock singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist)

Jonas Lindberg (Jonas Lindberg & the Other Side)

Clay Melton (Texas Blues/Rock guitarist)

Stu Nicholson (GALAHAD)

William Bell (Legendary Soul singer/songwriter)

Arjen Lucassen (Ayreon/Supersonic Revolution)

Corky Laing (Mountain/West & Bruce and Laing)

Rob Cottingham (Touchtone/CAIRO)

Nick D'Virgilio, Greg Spawton, Alberto Bravin (BIG BIG TRAIN)

Neal Smith (The Alice Cooper Group/Killsmith)

Kevin Sucher (Four-time Grammy nominee/Engineer/Producer) 

Mark Farner (Legendary Grand Funk guitarist/singer/songwriter)

Steve Babb & Hannah Pryor (GLASS HAMMER)

Annie Haslam (Renaissance)

David Minasian (Filmmaker Camel/Alan Parsons/Justin Hayward/Three Dog Night)

Ray Alder (Fates Warning)

Charles Wright (Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band)

John Cusimano (The Cringe/Fastest Land Animal)

Brian George (Roseneath)

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THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES

BOOK REVIEW

-By Literary Titan (5) STARS     

GOLD STAR WINNER 

 

The Rock Star Chronicles, by Ray Shasho, is a splendid book written by a music enthusiast who has poured their heart and soul into it. It’s a story of a boy who loved rock music, and his obsessive passion of it earned himself the name Rock Raymond. He went to school but instead was schooled in all matters of music while his peers were buried chin-deep in coursework. He then became a radio DJ and has now compiled a book on all interviews he held with Rock gods who raided the airwaves back in the 70s and 80s. It’s a compilation of interviews with outstanding vocalists, legendary guitarists and crazy drummers in the rock music scene. Each interview gives a reader an in-depth view into their personal lives and the philosophies that guide their lives which all serve to humanize these great icons. For readers who are old enough to call themselves baby boomers this book will bring old memories back to life. Millennials, on the other hand, may think of this book as a literal work of the Carpool Karaoke show.

The Rock Star Chronicles is a book I didn’t know I was waiting for. To come across a book that will talk me into trying something new. One brave enough to incite me to venture into new frontiers. This book made me a believer- I am now a bona fide Rock and Roll music fan.

Ray Shasho masterfully gets the interviewees talking. He smartly coaxes answers from them with crafty questions designed to get a story rolling out of them. The artists talk about diverse issues ranging from music, politics, and their social engagements. Having been on the music seen all his life, Ray Shasho knows the buttons to press, how to get them comfortable about talking about their lives.

The book’s cover is befitting of its subject matter with the leather look offering a royal background to the golden letter print. It speaks to how high a level rock music holds in the pecking order- arguably, modern music as we know it has originated from blues and rock music.  The second noteworthy thing is the use of high definition pictures to reference the musician being interviewed in every sub-chapter. This ensures that the book is for both original rock and roll lovers and aspiring new ones. Together is makes for a refreshing and consistently enjoyable read.

I recommend this book to rock music enthusiasts, aspiring musicians wondering what it takes and all readers curious to learn new things by going back in time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ray Shasho

Author Interview

by Literary Titan

The Rock Star Chronicles uses your interviews with rock legends to humanize them and preserve their contribution to the genre.

Why was this an important book for you to write?

I was fortunate to have lived through two of the greatest decades for music. It was a time when radio played incredible music and rock concerts were a bargain and a happening thing to do. Rock groups featured incredibly talented musicians with guitarists and lead singers in the spotlight. There has never been a generation to match that period of music expertise and staying power. I wanted the reader to understand and realize how great a talent they really were and still are. Especially to wannabe musicians and the young. Many of the artists I have interviewed have passed on and others nearing retirement. It was important to me to tell their stories at a vulnerable period in their lives and be recognized as the greatest music legends the world will ever know.

What is one interview in this book that stands out as the most exciting one you had?

Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull has always been a rock hero to me. He has written and performed complex music and always had an incredible stage presence. Going to a Tull concert back in the day was a huge event. I will admit the first time I interviewed Ian Anderson I was quite nervous. I remember when the phone rang for the interview, I thought, that’s Jethro Tull calling me! During the second interview I got him to chat about politics, religion, ancestry, and world events. I tried not to ask the same mundane music questions that have been asked of him many hundreds of times. He was intellectual and I was on my best game that day.

What do you think is one thing modern musicians have to learn from the icons of the rock and roll genre?

Bands must perform live. All the legends started performing at school dances, bars, clubs, and anywhere they could be seen by an audience big or small. If they are talented eventually someone will give them a break, but it will not be easy. Having a You Tube video with a lot of page views is a start, but it will never have the impact of playing in front of live audiences.

What do you find is a common misconception people have about music?

People that pay big money to watch an artist lip sync on stage and still call it a great show. Music lovers who go see a legendary rock band and there are no original members in the band. Ringo Starr would never bill himself as The Beatles, instead he created an All-Starr band. All generations need to do a little homework before purchasing expensive tickets to concerts nowadays. My book will certainly help identify who the real legends are.

Music is a universal language that we all share and cherish.

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Greg Lake Interview

Greg Lake Interview

Greg Lake was the voice and guitar for two of the most recognizable progressive rock bands in music history. King Crimson and Emerson Lake & Palmer were archetypes for British musicians transforming rock and roll into labyrinthine musical arrangements influenced by classical and jazz. Progressive rock groups devised “concept albums” revealing epic stories, fantasy and life’s truths. Read the entire interview in Ray's next book entitled... "Saving Rock and Roll"

Tom Johnston Interview

Tom Johnston Interview

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Jann Klose Interview

Jann Klose Interview

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John Kay Interview

John Kay Interview

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Dr John Interview

Dr John Interview

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Joey Molland Interview

Joey Molland Interview

In 1969, British rock band Badfinger and Apple Records launched what should have become … one of the most successful unions in rock history. Read the entire interview in Ray's next book entitled... "Saving Rock and Roll"

Billy J Kramer Interview

Billy J Kramer Interview

Billy J. Kramer, the British Invasion crooner and Merseybeat legend generally associated with The Dakotas, is on an incessant and heartfelt crusade to land Brian Epstein into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Brian Epstein was both Kramer’s friend and manager. Read the entire interview in Ray's next book entitled... "Saving Rock and Roll"

Jim Dandy Interview

Jim Dandy Interview

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Gino Vannelli

Gino Vannelli

Internationally renowned singer and composer Gino Vannelli is most recognized for his blue-eyed soulful harmonies and alluring sex appeal. But over the years, Vannelli has cultivated his incredible singing voice to master diverse musical styles while continuing to inspire audiences worldwide. Read the entire interview in Ray's next book entitled... "Saving Rock and Roll"

Paul Kantner Interview

Paul Kantner Interview

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Peter Rivera Interview

Peter Rivera Interview

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Suzi Quatro Interview

Suzi Quatro Interview

Suzi Quatro is an internationally renowned renaissance woman. Although most of her extraordinary achievements in the arts were celebrated outside the United States, she has left a momentous impression as the original first lady of rock ‘n’ roll. Read the entire interview in Ray's next book entitled... "Saving Rock and Roll"

Annie Haslam Interview

Annie Haslam Interview

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Tom Johnston Interview

Tom Johnston Interview

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Henry McCullough Interview

Henry McCullough Interview

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Tommy James interview

Tommy James interview

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Tommy Roe Interview

Tommy Roe Interview

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Roger Fisher Interview

Roger Fisher Interview

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Pete Best Interview

Pete Best Interview

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Roger McGuinn Interview

Roger McGuinn Interview

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Kim Simmonds Interview

Kim Simmonds Interview

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INTERVIEWS

CONDUCTED

BY RAY SHASHO

FOR HIS MUSIC COLUMN

Joe Lala (Blues Image,                                 

Stephen Stills and Manassas)

Jim McCarty (The Yardbirds,Renaissance)

Eric Burdon (The Animals,War)

Mark Lindsay (Paul Revere/the Raiders)

Mark Volman (The Turtles,

Frank Zappa/the Mothers of Invention)

Joe Lynn Turner (Rainbow,Deep Purple)

Gregg Rolie (Santana,Journey)

Mark Farner(Grand Funk Railroad)

Dave Mason (Traffic)

Jon Anderson (YES)

Ronnie Montrose (Montrose)

Tony Levin (Peter Gabriel,

Levin Torn White)

Billy Sherwood (YES,Circa)

Tommy James (Shondells)

Stanley Sheldon (Peter Frampton)

Kim Wilson (The Fabulous Thunderbirds)

Todd Rundgren (Utopia)

Pat Simmons (Doobie Brothers)

Janet Robbins (Daughter/Marty Robbins)

Barry Winslow (The Royal Guardsmen)

Norman Greenbaum (Spirit in the Sky)

Demetri Joannou (Blue Moon Harem)

Kim Simmonds (Savoy Brown)

Roger McGuinn (The Byrds)

Al Atkins (Judas Priest)

Paul May (Atkins/May Project)

Roger Fisher (Heart)

Greg Lake (King Crimson,

Emerson,Lake and Palmer)

Nils Lofgren (Grin,

Bruce Springsteen and the E street Band)

Tommy Roe (Sheila,Sweet Pea,Dizzy)

Chris Stein (Blondie)

Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull)-2012

Henry McCullough (Joe Cocker

& The Grease Band,

Paul McCartney & Wings)

Merrell Fankhauser (The Impacts,

MU, Merrell And The Exiles, Fapardokly)

Andy Powell (Wishbone Ash)

Frank Marino (Mahogany Rush)

Chris Squire (YES)

Gary Puckett (The Union Gap)

Micky Dolenz

(The Monkees)

Michael Des Barres

(Silverhead, Detective)

Eric Johnson ("Cliffs of Dover")

Colin Blunstone(The Zombies)

Suzi Quatro(Queen of Rock)

Steve Hillage(Gong)

Lou Gramm (Foreigner)

Annie Haslam(Renaissance)

Johnny Winter

Paul Kantner(Jefferson Airplane,

Jefferson Starship)

 

TELEVISION ICONS

Stanley Livingston

(Chip from My Three Sons)

Barry Livingston

(Ernie from My Three Sons)

Marty Ingels (Comedian)

Rich Little

(Legendary impressionist & comedian)

Michael Des Barres (MacGyver)

Keith Thibodeaux (Little Ricky-I Love Lucy)

Loretta Swit (M*A*S*H)

AUTHOR

Rex Pickett

(Sideways trilogy & motion picture)

Ilana Marks (Author/Fimmaker)


 

 

RADIO INTERVIEWS

CONDUCTED

BY RAY SHASHO (Continued)

Lucie Arnaz (Actress, singer, daughter of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz)

Roger Earl (Foghat legendary Drummer)

Wally Palmar (Singer, songwriter, guitarist for The Romantics)

Dennis  Locorriere (Lead singer for Dr Hook)

Wally Stocker (Guitarist for The Babys)

Tony Palmer (Legendary British filmmaker & director)

Doug Aldrich (Guitarist/Songwriter DIO,Whitesnake,The Dead Daisies)

Laura & Nikki Lunden (Lunden Reign)

Jesse Colin Young (The Youngbloods)

Ed King (The Strawberry Alarm Clock/Lynyrd Skynyrd)

Rick Roberts (The Flying Burrito Brothers/Firefall)

Rich Little (Legendary impressionist & comedian)

John Hall (Guitarist & Songwriter for ORLEANS)

Carl Palmer (Emerson Lake and Palmer/Asia)

Bobby Kimball (Toto)

Ken Hensley (Uriah Heep)

Henry Paul (The Outlaws)

Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr, (The 5th Dimension)

Binky  Womack (Guitarist/songwriter/

producer & nephew of R&B legend Bobby Womack)

Alan White ('Y E S ')

John Sebastian (The Lovin' Spoonful)

Jim Messina (Buffalo Springfield, Poco, Loggins & Messina)

Frank Marino (Mahogany Rush)

Billy Cobham (Legendary drummer & Pioneer of Jazz-Fusion)

Suzi Quatro (Rock and Roll Heroine)

Bobby Caldwell (Johnny Winter-Derringer-Allman Brothers-Captain Beyond)

Ray Walker (The Jordanaires)

Peter Asher (Peter & Gordon-Legendary Producer)

Todd Rundgren (Nazz,Utopia)

Candice Night (Blackmore's Night)

Michael Des Barres (Silverhead/Detective/Murdoc from McGyver

Ivan Browne (The Lemon Pipers "Green Tambourine")

Corey Glover (Living Colour)

Tommy Bolin Tribute w/Joe Vitale and Kenny Passarelli (Joe Walsh & Barnstorm)

Mark Andes (Spirit/JoJo Gunne/Heart/Firefall

Jock Bartley (Firefall)

Rupert Holmes ("Escape -The Pina Colada Song")

Eddie "Devil Boy" Turner (Blues Guitarist)

Prairie Prince (The Tubes/Todd Rundgren)

John McNally (The Searchers)

Stephen Bishop ("On and On")

Bobby Goldsboro ("Honey")

Elias Soriano (Nonpoint)

David Huff (David & The Giants)

Greg X. Volz (PETRA)

Bruce Soord (The Pineapple Thief)John Lodge (The Moody Blues)

Sonja Kristina (Curved Air)

Annie Haslam (Renaissance)

Richard Lloyd (Television)

Bob Kulick (Studio guitarist KISS)

Neal Smith (Alice Cooper)

Doane Perry (Jethro Tull)

Loretta Swit (Actress M*A*S*H)

Paul Nelson (Johnny Winter)

Robert Berry (Keith Emerson/Greg Kihn Band

Leo Lyons (Ten Years After)

Pat Vegas (Redbone)

Rick Lambert (Empty Trail)

Dr. Neil Ratner MD (Michael Jackson's Physician)

John Mayall (The Bluesbreakers)

Tom Dreesen (Legendary stand-up comedian and Actor)

Graham Russell (Air Supply)

Dave Cousins (STRAWBS)

Don Brewer (Grand Funk Railroad)

Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge/Rod Stewart)

Dennis Coffey (The Funk Brothers)

Dave Bickler (Survivor "Eye of the Tiger")

Russell Bizzett (Jose Feliciano)

Andy Powell (Wishbone Ash)

Connie Francis (Legendary Singer)

William King (The Commodores)

Bill Nelson (Be-Bop Deluxe)

Phil Lanzon (Uriah Heep)

"Jim Dandy" Mangrum (Black Oak Arkansas)

Danny Goldberg (Nirvana's Manager)

Southside Johnny (Asbury Jukes)

Rosalie Cunningham (Prog Rock Singer & Songwriter)

Jeff "Skunk" Baxter (Steely Dan/Doobie Brothers)

Gary Pihl (Sammy Hagar/Boston)

Mitch Ryder (The Detroit Wheels)

Bernard Fowler (The Rolling Stones)

Derek "Mo"Moore (NEKTAR)

John Ford Coley (England Dan & John Ford Coley)

Greg Kihn (The Greg Kihn Band)

Peter  Beckett (Player)

Dionne Warwick (International Superstar)

Robert "Kool" Bell (Kool & the Gang)

Tony Brock (Rod Stewart / The Babys)

Myles Goodwyn (April Wine)

Dennis Diken (The Smithereens)

Martha Davis (The Motels)

Frankie Banali (Quiet Riot)

David Marks (The Beach Boys)

Jack Russell (Great White)

Rex Pickett (Author of Sideways trilogy and movie)

Don Felder (Eagles)

Dave Pegg (Jethro Tull/Fairport Convention

Bruce Sudano (Legendary Songwriter/Brooklyn Dreams/Donna Summer)

Bob Catley (MAGNUM)

Kenny Kramer (The reality Kramer of Seinfeld)

Dennis MacKay (Legendary Engineer & Producer)

Steve "Lips" Kudlow (ANVIL)

David Clayton-Thomas (The legendary voice of Blood, Sweat & Tears)

Tom Rush (Legendary Storyteller)

Mike Finnigan (Jimi Hendrix Electric Ladyland)

Reggie McBride (Stevie Wonder/Rare Earth/Elton John)

Johnnie Bolin (Black Oak Arkansas/Brother of Tommy Bolin)

Bobby Berge (Tommy Bolin/Buddy Miles)

Greg Errico (Sly and The Family Stone)

Jan Hammer (Mahavishnu Orchestra/Miami Vice Theme)

Andy Tillison (The Tangent)

Mike Pinera (Blues Image/Iron Butterfly/Classic Rock All-Stars)

Chris James (The Burrito Brothers)

Tom Chapin (Singer-Songwriter-Storyteller)

Don Dannemann (The Cyrkle)

Joe Puerta (AMBROSIA)

Lee Oskar (W A R/LowRider Band)

Kelly Nickels (L.A.Guns)

Vinny Appice (Black Sabbath/DIO/Heaven & Hell/Last in Line)

Jimmy Hall (WET WILLIE)

Jonell Mosser (Revered Singer)

Frank Van Bogaert (Prog group Fish on Friday)

Leslie Mandoki (Mandoki Soulmates)

Jorma Kaukonen (Jefferson Airplane/Hot Tuna)

Jerome Mazza (Pinnacle Point)

Neal Smith (Alice Cooper)

Shirley King (Daughter of Blues Icon B.B.King)

Joe Louis Walker (Legendary Electric Blues Guitarist)

Larry McCray (Blues singer/guitarist)

Artimus Pyle (Lynyrd Skynyrd)

Rick Wakeman (Legendary Keyboardist and Composer w/'YES'

Rick Wills (Peter Frampton/David Gilmour/Foreigner/Small Faces/Bad Company)

Andy Timmons (Danger Danger)

Rik Emmett (Triumph)

John McLaughlin (Mahavishnu Orchestra)

John Oates (Hall & Oates)

Jack Casady (Jefferson Airplane/Hot Tuna

Brian Bromberg (Stan Getz)

James Williamson (Iggy & the Stooges)

Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad)

Arpi Alto (Armenian Singing Sensation /Julia Roberts look-alike)

Marc Urselli (legendary producer & studio engineer)

Joey Molland (Badfinger)

Albert Bouchard ( Blue Oyster Cult)

Rudi Protrudi (The Fuzztones)

Deborah Bonham (Sister of Zeppelin legend John Bonham w/ Guitarist Peter Bullick)

Martin Barre (Jethro Tull)

Arthur Brown (The God of Hellfire)

Matthew Nelson (Nelson)

Kenny Laguna (Producer/Songwriter/Longtime Music Partner to Joan Jett)

Michael Franklin (Producer/Songwriter/Performer)

Jeff Pilson (Dokken/Dio Foreigner)

Chris Holmes (W.A.S.P./Mean Man)

Brian Wheat (Tesla)

Dave Muse (Firefall)

David Ellefson (Megadeth)

George Lynch (Dokken/Lynch Mob)

Danny Zelisko (Concert promoter)

Mike Reno (Loverboy)

Ric Lee (Ten Years After)

Don McLean ("American Pie" composer/singer)

Joe Macre (Crack the Sky)

Chuck Leavell (the Allman Brothers Band/the Rolling Stones)

Mark Farner (Grand Funk

Railroad ) Zoom Interview

Dar. Ra (Indie rock sensation) zoom interview

Maria Muldaur ("Midnight at the Oasis")

Denny Seiwell (Paul McCartney & Wings)

Robin Trower (Legendary guitarist)

Annie Haslam (Renaissance)

Robert Berry (Keith Emerson/Greg Kihn Band)

Frank Marino (Mahogany Rush)

Nad Sylvan (Genesis Revisited )

John Hall (Orleans)

Tommy Roe (Legendary 60s Hitmaker)

Geoff Downes (The Buggles/ASIA/YES)

Walter Egan ("Magnet and Steel")

Michael Sadler (The voice of SAGA)

Curtis ‘Binky’ Womack (Nephew of Legend Bobby Womack)

Emilio Castillo (‘Tower of Power’)

Michael Jahnz (Richrath Project 3:13)

Wendy Dio (Wife of Ronnie James Dio)

Kim Wilson (The Fabulous Thunderbirds)

Tony Kaye (Original keyboardist for YES)

Peter Albin (Big Brother & The Holding Company)

Rogers Stevens (Blind Melon)

Rod Argent (ARGENT/The Zombies)

Bruce Sudano (Husband & Music Partner of the late Donna Summer)

Jim McCarty (Renaissance/The Yardbirds)

Andy Summers (The Police)

Steve Hackett (Genesis/Genesis Revisited)

Joey Dee (The Starliters)

Marshall Thompson (The Chi-Lites)

Derek Holt (Climax Blues Band)

Yogi Lang (RPWL)

Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge/Cactus/Rod Stewart)

Chris Hillman (The Byrds/Flying Burrito Bros./Manassas)

Joe Louis Walker  (Electric Blues player)

Guy Pratt (Pink Floyd)

Jim Peterik (The Ides of March/Survivor)

DION (The Belmonts)

Livingston Taylor

Kate Taylor (Singer/songwriter/sister of James & Livingston Taylor)

with Peter Asher (Peter and Gordon/legendary producer)

Leslie Mandoki (Mandoki Soulmates)

John McEuen (The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band/Steve Martin)

David Cross (Electric violinist/King Crimson)

Billy Cobham (Legendary Drummer/Mahavishnu Orchestra)

Candice Night (Blackmore's Night)

Steve March-Tormé (Son of the legendary Mel Tormé)

Michael Franklin (Producer/musician/songwriter)

Gary Hoey (Blues/Rock guitarist /songwriter/producer)

John Lodge (The Moody Blues)

Steve Rothery (Marillion)

Suzi Quatro (Queen of Rock)

Dave Bainbridge (IONA/ Celestial Fire/ Lifesigns/ Strawbs)

Dale Bozzio (Missing Persons)

Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull)

Nash Albert (Blast Unit Moscow)

Ross The Boss (the Dictators/Manowar/Death Dealer)

Micki Free (Blues/Rock Guitarist/was a member of R&B group Shalamar)

Graham Parker (The Rumour)

Rick Barry (NBA Hall of Famer)

Roger & Mike Fisher (HEART)

Greg Martin (The Kentucky Headhunters)

Neal Morse (Transatlantic)

Pat Travers (The Pat Travers Band)

Lawrence Gowan (Styx)

Ann Wilson (HEART)

Billy Stokes (Wounded Warrior turned Rock Star)

Marc Storace (Krokus/Storace)

Jimmy Fox (Outsiders/James Gang)

Members of the Norwegian Prog Group MEER

Karmen Klinc and  Erina Seitllari  of VENUS 5

Rick Ventura (RIOT ACT)

Adrian Belew (Frank Zappa/David Bowie/King Crimson)

Chuck Wright (Quiet Riot)

Whitney Tai (Singer/Songwriter)

Melba Moore (Singer/Broadway Star, Actress)

Les Dudek (Legendary Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter)

John Waite (The Voice of The Babys/Bad English)

Jack Starr (Burning Starr)

Brian Chatton (the Warriors w/Jon Anderson/Flaming Youth w/Phil Collins)

David Spero (Legendary Rock Manager)

Linda Gail Lewis (Rockabilly pioneer/Sister of Jerry Lee Lewis)

Derek Sherinian (Sons of Apollo)

Gilbert O'Sullivan (Legendary 70s Hitmaker)

Torsten Kinsella (God is an Astronaut)

Members of Sons of Silver

Andy McCoy (Hanoi Rocks)

Rebecca Pidgeon (Actress/Singer

Songwriter/Musician)

Jeff Berlin (World- Class Bassist/Educator)

dUg Pinnick (KING'S X)

Kelly Ogden (The DoLLyROTS)

Elliott Randall (Session guitarist famous for solos on "Reelin' In The Years" & "Fame")

Sally Steele (CEO of Vegas Rocks! magazine)

Darryl Way (Legendary Violinist Curved Air)

'Fito' De La Parra (Legendary drummer with Canned Heat)

Javier Bátiz (Legendary Mexican Guitarist, Composer,Singer who mentored Carlos Santana)

Larry Tamblyn (The Standells)

Chris Impellitteri (Guitarist/Founder of Impellitteri)

Mary Fahl (October Project/Solo Artist)

Arthur Brown (The God of Hellfire!)

Vinnie Moore (Guitarist UFO)

Mark Stein (Vanilla Fudge)

Steve Luongo (John Entwistle Group)

Alan Parsons (The Alan Parsons Project)

Martin Barre (Jethro Tull/

Martin Barre Band)

Jon Pousette-Dart (Pousette-Dart Band)

Kenney Jones (Small Faces/Faces/The Who)

Rick Lambert (Empty Trail)

David Fishof (Founder/CEO of the Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp)

David Libert (Tour manager/Alice Cooper/George Clinton/Member of The Happenings)

Kathryn Leigh Scott (Actress famed for TV's Dark Shadows)

Simon Collins & Kelly Nordstrom of eMolecule)

Richard Williams (KANSAS)

Brian Hyland (Legendary 60s Hitmaker)

Gary Lewis (Gary Lewis & the playboys)

Dennis Tufano (The Buckinghams)

Dave Mason (Traffic/Derek & the Dominos/Fleetwood Mac)

Robin Lane (Robin & the Chartbusters)

Andy Glass (SOLSTICE)

Ross Jennings (H A K E N)

Tommy Roe (Legendary 60s hitmaker) w/producer Michael Franklin

Mike Pinera (Blues Image/Iron Butterfly) w/producer Michael Franklin

 

 

 

 

 

CONTINUED:

Susanna Hoffs (The Bangles) 
Jesse Colin Young (The Youngbloods) 
Darryl Way (Curved Air)  
Don Wilson (The Ventures) 
Patrick Moraz (YES/The Moody Blues 
Jonathan Edwards("Sunshine") 
Al Kooper (The Blues Project, Blood,Sweat & Tears,Bob Dylan,Mike Bloomfield) 
Mary Sarah

(Country music's newest shining star)
Edgar Winter ("Frankenstein," "Free Ride")
Keith Emerson (The Nice,

Emerson Lake & Palmer)

Jean-Luc Ponty (Frank Zappa, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Jon Anderson)              

Randy Bachman (The Guess Who, BTO)

Robin Trower -2014 

Trini Lopez (“If I had a Hammer,”

“Lemon Tree”)

Barry Hay (Golden Earring)

Ray Thomas (The Moody Blues)

Nikki Lunden/Lora G. (Lunden Reign)

Engelbert Humperdinck (“Release Me”)

David Clayton-Thomas (Blood, Sweat & Tears)

Dave Edmunds (Rockpile)

Bruce Kulick (KISS, Grand Funk Railroad)

RADIO INTERVIEWS 

CONDUCTED 

BY RAY SHASHO

Chris Thompson (Manfred Mann’s Earth Band)

Claudette King (The Bluz Queen, Daughter of B.B.King)

Patrick Moraz (Keyboardist from YES/The Moody Blues)

Kevin Godley (10 cc co-founder/drummer)

Billy Sherwood (YES, Circa)

John Payne (Asia)

Martin Barre (Jethro Tull)

Steve Hackett (Genesis)

Geoff Tate (Queensryche)

Tommy James (the Shondells)

Corky Laing (MOUNTAIN)

Vinnie Moore (Alice Cooper, UFO)

Beth Hart (World-Renowned Singer & Songwriter)

Magic Dick (J.Geils Band) & Shun Ng (International Music Sensation)

Gary Lucas (Captain Beefheart) & Jann Klose

Marky Ramone (Dust, Ramones)

Kenny Aaronson (Dust, Stories, Bob Dylan, Rick Derringer, Joan Jett, New York Dolls, Yardbirds)

Jon Anderson (YES, AndersonPonty Band)

Jamie Glaser (AndersonPonty Band)

Ewan Currie (The Sheepdogs)

Miles Copeland III (Legendary Music Mogul)

Ginger Gilmour (David Gilmour’s Ex Wife)

Albert Castiglia (Blues guitarist)

Fee Waybill (The Tubes)

Janet Robbins (Daughter of Marty Robbins)

Roger & Mike Fisher (HEART)

Ian McDonald (King Crimson,Foreigner)

Malik Shakur (Tupac Shakur's Cousin/ Radio host

Cindy Blackman Santana (Lenny Kravitz/Santana) 

Kim Simmonds (Savoy Brown)

Nona Hendryx (Labelle)

Derek Shulman (GENTLE GIANT)

Steve Hunter (Lou Reed, Alice Cooper)

Steve Fossen & Michael Derosier (HEART)

Keith Thibodeaux (David & The Giants) 

Mason Williams ("Classical Gas" / TV comedy writer)

Chuck Negron (The voice of Three Dog Night)

Alannah Myles ("Black Velvet" singer)

Mark Stein (Vanilla Fudge)

Mick Box (Uriah Heep)

Kevin Martin (Candlebox)

Lee Kerslake (Uriah Heep/Ozzy Osbourne)

Joe Deninzon (Stratospheerius)

'Melanie' Safka (The voice of a generation)

Felix Cavaliere (The Rascals)

 

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The Rock Star Chronicles, by Ray Shasho, is a splendid book written by a music enthusiast who has poured their heart and soul into it. It’s a story of a boy who loved rock music, and his obsessive passion of it earned himself the name Rock Raymond. He went to school but instead was schooled in all matters of music while his peers were buried chin-deep in coursework. He then became a radio DJ and has now compiled a book on all interviews he held with Rock gods who raided the airwaves back in the 70s and 80s. It’s a compilation of interviews with outstanding vocalists, legendary guitarists and crazy drummers in the rock music scene. Each interview gives a reader an in-depth view into their personal lives and the philosophies that guide their lives which all serve to humanize these great icons. For readers who are old enough to call themselves baby boomers this book will bring old memories back to life. Millennials, on the other hand, may think of this book as a literal work of the Carpool Karaoke show.

 

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Bruce Kulick on 'The Lost Interviews' Ep 17
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Bruce Kulick on 'The Lost Interviews' Ep 17

BRUCE KULICK THE LOST INTERVIEWS EPISODE 17 INTERVIEWED: JUNE 22ND 2015 Got to Get Back is the latest release by KKB, a 1974 power trio that featured lead guitarist Bruce Kulick, singer/bassist Mike Katz, and drummer Guy Bois. It’s a hard driving/progressive rock sound reminiscent to the styles of Cream, YES, and King Crimson. The band may have even become legendary if it hadn’t been for their lack of professional guidance. The title track …“Got to Get Back” is a brand new song. Kulick says … “I thought the way we could celebrate it the best after 40 years was actually to record a new song with the same guys, I gave Mike a riff that I thought was similar to the kind of progressive /metal trio style we did back in 1974 and he ran with it and turned into a terrific song.” Got to Get Back by KKB is a timeless gem performed by three first-rate musicians. (5) Stars! BRUCE KULICK was a veteran guitarist for “The Hottest Band In The World” … KISS! It was during the unmasking period for the legendary rockers who officially appeared in public without makeup in an appearance on MTV in 1983. Kulick would join KISS as their fourth lead guitarist in less than three years and holds title to the longest continuous tenure of anyone other than Simmons and Stanley (September 1984 to August 1996). Although Kulick never wore the band's iconic makeup, he says …“It keeps my era a little bit more unique and sacred in a sense and I’m there to waive the flag for it.” Bruce Kulick played on (5) KISS studio albums … Asylum, Crazy Nights, Hot in the Shade, Revenge, Carnival of Souls: The Final Sessions. Kulick also appeared on Alive III and KISS Unplugged. The song "I Walk Alone" from Carnival of Souls: The Final Sessions is the only KISS track to feature Kulick as lead vocalist. To date, Kulick is featured on more than (20) KISS releases. The ‘Farewell Tour’ featured original KISS members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss. Frehley left the group after the tour but Kulick was not asked to return as their lead guitarist; instead Tommy Thayer became the new spaceman for KISS. Kulick did however continue to work with the band by contributing on several albums. In 1997, Kulick formed ‘Union’ with lead vocalist/guitarist John Corabi (Mötley Crüe, Ratt), drummer Brent Fitz (Slash, Vince Neil), and bassist James Hunting (David Lee Roth, Eddie Money). ‘Union’ released (2) studio albums, two singles: "Old Man Wise" and "October Morning Wind," and a live album. Since 2001, Bruce Kulick has been the lead guitarist for Grand Funk Railroad. The original band was a power trio that featured current band members Don Brewer and Mel Schacher. I had the great please of chatting with Bruce Kulick recently about his latest release Got to Get Back with his first band KKB … Becoming a longtime guitarist with KISS … Playing with Grand Funk Railroad … Touring … Tommy Thayer … A new solo album? … The shock of being shot …My infamous ‘Field of Dreams’ question … and much-much more! Here’s my interview with the monstrous guitar player for KKB, Meatloaf, Blackjack w/Michael Bolton, KISS, Union, and Grand Funk Railroad … BRUCE KULICK. BRUCE KULICK DISCOGRAPHY with Mike Katz, Guy Bois • KKB 1974 (2008) • Got to Get Back (2015) Rosetta • Where's My Hero (1980) with Billy Squier • The Tale of the Tape (1980) with Blackjack • Blackjack (1979) • Worlds Apart (1980) with The Good Rats • Great American Music (1981) • Tasty Seconds (1996) with Michael Bolton • Michael Bolton (1983) • Everybody's Crazy (1985) • The Hunger (1987) with Kiss • Animalize (lead guitar on "Lonely Is the Hunter" and "Murder in High Heels") (1984) • Asylum (1985) • Crazy Nights (1987) • Smashes, Thrashes & Hits (1988) • Hot in the Shade (1989) • Revenge (1992) • Alive III (1993) • MTV Unplugged (1996) • Carnival of Souls: The Final Sessions (1997) • Psycho Circus (bass on "Psycho Circus", "Raise Your Glasses" and "I Finally Found My Way", lead guitar on "Within", all guitars and bass guitar on "Dreamin'") (1998) • Music from the Motion Picture "Detroit Rock City" (bass on "Nothing Can Keep Me from You") (1999) • The Box Set (2001) Kiss Video albums • Animalize Live Uncensored (1985) • Exposed (1987) • Crazy Nights (1988) • X-treme Close-Up (1992) • Kiss Konfidential (1993) • Kiss My Ass: The Video (1994) • Kiss Unplugged (1996) • Kissology Volume Two: 1978–1991 (2007) • Kissology Volume Three: 1992–2000 (2007) with Union • Union (1998) • Live in the Galaxy (1999) • The Blue Room (2000) with ESP • Lost & Spaced (1998) • ESP (1999) • Live in Japan (2006) • Live at the Marquee DVD (2006) Solo • Audiodog (2001) • Transformer (2004) • BK3 (2010)
Neal Morse Prog Legend Talks New Release Exclusive!
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Neal Morse Prog Legend Talks New Release Exclusive!

NEAL MORSE & THE RESONANCE ANNOUNCE NEW RELEASE ‘NO HILL FOR A CLIMBER’ AND LAUNCH FIRST SINGLE “ALL THE RAGE’ EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL EVENT ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS WITH RAY SHASHO! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Neal Morse is an American singer, musician and composer based in Nashville, Tennessee. In 1992, he formed the progressive rock band Spock's Beard with his brother Alan, he joined Dream Theater's co-founder and then drummer Mike Portnoy, formed the super-group Transatlantic. In 2002, Neal Morse became a born-again Christian, left Spock's Beard and began a Christian rock solo career, releasing many progressive rocks concept albums about his new religious faith, He continued to play with Transatlantic and formed three new bands with Portnoy, Yellow Matter Custard, Flying Colors and The Neal Morse Band. One of his most recent projects included two critically acclaimed solo releases with D'Virgilio, Morse & Jennings. Throughout his long career, Neal Morse has often been a musical collaborator, usually with some of the greatest prog musicians across the world. This time, Morse has brought that collaborative spirit closer to home. The new album by Neal Morse & The Resonance – entitled ‘No Hill for A Climber’ will be released November 8th, 2024, and the title is taken from a resonant line in Barbara Kingsolver’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Demon Copperhead. PLEASE WELCOME AMERICAN SINGER,SONGWRITER,MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST NEAL MORSE TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PREORDER NO HILL FOR A CLIMBER BY NEAL MORSE AND THE RESONANCE OFFICALLY REALEASED NOVEMBER 8TH Pre-order now here: https://nealmorse.lnk.to/NoHillForAClimber To coincide with the announcement, the track ‘All The Rage’ has been launched with a brand new video. Watch it now here: https://youtu.be/BSXjvdHqADk?si=F_0g0Inzs48UoJvy “Neal Morse does it again with a brilliant new release entitled ‘No Hill for A Climber.’ Morse invited a divergent group of local musicians to record, and the end product was epic. Simply, this album has all the fundamentals needed for a Grammy and best album of the year.” 5 STARS! By Music Journalist Ray Shasho FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT NEAL MORSE & RADIANT RECORDS VISIT https://nealmorse.com/ Official website https://nealmorse.com/morsefest-2024-2025/ Morsefest official website https://www.facebook.com/nealmorse/ Facebook https://x.com/nealmorse Twitter https://www.instagram.com/neal_morse_official Instagram https://www.youtube.com/user/NealMorseMusic/featured YouTube TOUR DATES Moresefest November 8, 2024 - November 9, 2024 White House, TN Morsefest 2024 USA @ New Life Fellowship November 15, 2024 - November 16, 2024 Zoetermeer, The Netherlands Morsefest 2024 EU @ De Boerderij January 17, 2025 - January 18, 2025 Brentwood, London, UK Morsefest 2025 UK @ Trinity Church NEAL MORSE Discography With Spock's Beard The Light (1995) Beware of Darkness (1996) The Kindness of Strangers (1998) Day for Night (1999) V (2000) Snow (2002) Singer-songwriter albums Neal Morse (1999) It's Not Too Late (2002) Songs from the Highway (2007) Songs from November (2014) Life & Times (2018) Late Bloomer (2024) Neal Morse & The Resonance No Hill for a Climber (2024) with FLYING COLORS Flying Colors (2012) Second Nature (2014) Third Degree (2019) With The Neal Morse Band The Grand Experiment (2015) The Similitude of a Dream (2016) The Great Adventure (2019) Innocence & Danger (2021) With Morse, Portnoy & George Cover to Cover (2006) Cover 2 Cover (2012) Cov3r to Cov3r (2020) With D'Virgilio, Morse & Jennings Troika (2022) Sophomore (2023) SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
John Wesley 'The Journeyman Guitarist' Zoom Exlusive!
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John Wesley 'The Journeyman Guitarist' Zoom Exlusive!

REVERED AMERICAN GUITARIST/SINGER/SONGWRITER/ JOHN WESLEY ON TOUR WITH ALT ROCK BAND VERTICAL HORIZON: ZOOM EXCLUSIVE ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS WITH RAY SHASHO! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. John Wesley has built a long and varied career as a songwriter, “sideman” guitarist, and recording artist. His music has been called lyrically sensitive and musically dynamic. His songwriting style incorporates emotionally charged vocals that evoke the honesty and intimacy of Roger Waters and Patty Griffin coupled with a melodic yet intricate guitar style reminiscent of David Gilmour, Alex Lifeson, Jeff Beck, and Warren Haynes. Wesley’s guitar-driven acoustic and electric songs represent the cultivation of many inspirations — alternative, progressive, art, and classic rock genres intertwined with poignant lyrics drawn from the poetry of the common man. What really appeals to Wesley’s fans worldwide is a spark of sincerity and sensitivity so oft absent in today’s mainstream music In 2021, Wesley began touring as a guitarist and backing vocalist for alternative rock band from D.C. Vertical Horizon. PLEASE WELCOME REVERED AMERICAN GUITARIST, SINGER, SONGWRITER THE JOURNEYMAN GUITARIST JOHN WESLEY TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS… PURCHASE THESE TWO INCREDIBLE ALBUMS BY JOHN WESLEY A WAY YOU’LL NEVER BE AND DISCONNECT available at amazon.com ALSO THE LATEST RELEASE BY VERTICAL HORIZON entitled THE LOST MILE amazom.com FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT JOHN WESLEY VISIT https://www.john-wesley.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/johnwesleyofficial Facebook https://www.instagram.com/johnwesleymusic Instagram https://x.com/johnwesleymusic Twitter https://x.com/johnwesleymusic Twitter https://www.verticalhorizon.com/ Vertical Horizon official website https://www.facebook.com/officialverticalhorizon/ Facebook https://www.instagram.com/officialverticalhorizon/ Instagram https://x.com/VerticalHorizon Twitter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBMoHtYNfZkQ0x5nc3NNwMg YouTube VERTICAL HORIZON TOUR 2024 Upcoming Dates Fri, SEP 20 Thunder Valley Rally Cottonwood, AZ Sat, SEP 21 Haute Spot Cedar Park, TX Sat, OCT 5 MusicFest El Dorado El Dorado, AR Fri, OCT 18 Des Plaines Theatre Des Plaines, IL Sat, OCT 19 Homer Stryker Field - Donut & Beer Festival Kalamazoo, MI Sun, OCT 20 Flagstar Strand Theatre Pontiac, MI Tue, OCT 22 City Winery Pittsburgh, PA Wed, OCT 23 Weinberg Center For the Arts Frederick, MD Fri, OCT 25 Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun Uncasville, CT Sat, OCT 26 Sunfest Ocean City, MD Wed, NOV 6 Ardmore Music Hall Ardmore, PA Thu, NOV 7 Racket NYC New York, NY Fri, NOV 8 Blue Ocean Music Hall Salisbury, MA Sat, NOV 9 AURA Portland, ME Sun, NOV 10 Empire Live Albany, NY Tue, NOV 12 WORKPLAY Theatre Birmingham, AL Wed, NOV 13 City Winery Atlanta, GA Thu, NOV 14 The Ramkat Winston-Salem, NC JOHN WESLEY Discography Studio albums 1994 – Under the Red and White Sky 1995 – The Closing of the Pale Blue Eyes [EP] 1998 – The Emperor Falls 2002 – Chasing Monsters 2005 – Shiver 2011 – The Lilypad Suite [EP] 2014 – Disconnect 2016 – A Way You'll Never Be Studio albums with other artists With Mike Tramp: Songs I Left Behind: (Guitar on "What If I", "Falling Down"), This & That (But A Whole Lot More): (Guitar on "Wait Not For Me") With Fish: Fellini Days: (co-writing and recording credits) With Porcupine Tree (recording credits): In Absentia, Fear of a Blank Planet, The Incident With Ruud Jolie: For All We Know (lead guitar on "I Lost Myself Today") With ÚMÆ:Lost in the View: (lead vocals on "Turn Back Time", "Echo", "Running Away")[13] Compilation 2004 – John Wesley: TEN Singles 1994 – The Last Light 1995 – Into the Night 1995 – Domino 2003 – Fly Boy Live releases 1998 – Waiting for the Sun to Shine in Paris 1998 – Wesfest 98 1999 – Starting the Engine II 1999 – WesFest 1999 2000 – The John Wesley Bachelor Party Tour 2002 – The Chicago and Frisco Bootlegs 2006 – Live at Katie Fitzgerald's 2009 – Oxford 2010 – Live at the L'Olympia 2013 – Live at Morrisound 30th Anniversary Show Vertical Horizon Discography Studio albums There and Back Again (1992) Running on Ice (1995) Everything You Want (1999) Go (2003) Burning the Days (2009) Echoes from the Underground (2013) The Lost Mile (2018) SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Mark Farner Celebrates 55 Years of "I'm Your Captain" w/New Album!
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Mark Farner Celebrates 55 Years of "I'm Your Captain" w/New Album!

IN CELEBRATION OF THE 55TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GROUND-BREAKING HIT “I’M YOUR CAPTAIN (CLOSER TO HOME)” NEW ALBUM ‘CLOSER TO MY HOME’ OFFICIALLY RELEASES NOVEMBER 8TH ZOOM EXCLUSIVE WITH LEGENDARY GRAND FUNK RAILROAD CAPTAIN MARK FARNER. Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. “Closer to My Home” is the long-awaited, new album from legendary guitarist and singer/songwriter Mark Farner. Bridging past and present, the grit of industry and the calloused hard work of a rural man, “Closer to My Home” champions Farner’s multi-faceted artistry. Celebrating the 55th anniversary of the iconic hit “(I’m Your Captain) Closer to My Home” the album is highlighted with a re-record, finding Farner in exactly the same form as 1970. Mark says …“These songs are honest and from my heart,” “The collaboration with Jim (Peterik) and Mark (Slaughter) came from a place of trust and that makes the whole experience so much more rewarding as songwriters. The audience can feel that, and these songs reflect those very human moments that you can’t find creating a song from a computer.” PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY SINGER ...SONGWRITER ... GUITARIST ... KEYBOARDIST ... FORMER MEMBER OF GRAND FUNK RAILROAD... AND CURRENT MEMBER OF MARK FARNER’S AMERICAN BAND… BROTHER MARK FARNER TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PREORDER ‘CLOSER TO MY HOME’ BY MARK FARNER At https://markfarner.com/shop-2/ “The Long-Awaited release by Mark Farner entitled ‘Closer to My Home’ epitomizes Marks’ Michigander rooted heart & soul. An incredible mix of Classic Rock, Detroit Funk, love songs and emotional ballads, with several tracks suitable for landing on the Top40 charts. Gratifying and inspiring through and through!” 5 stars! …By Ray Shasho Music Journalist FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MARK FARNER VISIT https://markfarner.com/ Mark Farner’s American Band Official website https://markfarner.com/farner-chords/ Farner Chords https://www.facebook.com/MarkFarnerAmericanBand/ Facebook https://www.instagram.com/markfarners_americanband/ Instagram https://music.apple.com/us/artist/mark-farner/2776173 Apple https://open.spotify.com/artist/6EIXFRkQvNMjdmgoBz2Gb7 Spotify https://www.amazon.com/music/player/artists/B000QJTLVO?isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Ama https://www.pandora.com/artist/mark-farner/ARz6Xx3PxbPdj9czon Pandora MARK FARNER’S AMERICAN BAND Upcoming concerts Oct.24th 2024 Robins Theatre Warren, OH Dec.05th 2024 The Ridgefield Playhouse Ridgefield,CT March 15th-22nd 2025 70's Rock & Romance Cruise 2025 Fort Lauderdale, Fl MARK FARNER DISCOGRAPHY Studio albums Mark Farner, 1977 No Frills, 1978 Just Another Injustice, 1988 Wake Up..., 1989 Some Kind of Wonderful, 1991 For the People, 2006 Closer to Home (2024) Mark Farner’s American Band From Chile with Love Live DVD with Grand Funk Railroad On Time (1969) Grand Funk (1969) Closer to Home (1970) Live Album (1970) Survival (1971) E Pluribus Funk (1971) Phoenix (1972) We're an American Band (1973) Shinin' On (1974) All the Girls in the World Beware!!! (1974) Caught in the Act (1975) Born to Die (1976) Good Singin', Good Playin' (1976) Grand Funk Lives (1981) What's Funk? (1983) Bosnia (1997) Other releases Closer to Home, 1992 (best-of) Heirlooms: The Complete Atlantic Sessions, 2000 (re-release of Farner's two first studio albums) Red White and Blue Forever, 2002 (mini-album) Live!! N'rG, 2003 Mark Farner the Rock Patriot, March 9, 2003, Live Extended Versions SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Collin Leijenaar of Dutch Prog 'Dilemma' Talks New Album!
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Collin Leijenaar of Dutch Prog 'Dilemma' Talks New Album!

DUTCH PROG ROCK GROUP DILEMMA RELEASE NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO “THUNDER” FROM FORTHCOMING THIRD ALBUM ‘THE PURPOSE PARADOX’: ZOOM EXCLUSIVE WITH DRUMMER COLLIN LEIJENAAR ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS. Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. At the end of this summer, on September 20, modern progressive rock band DILEMMA presents its third full length album, ‘The Purpose Paradox’. This concept album, spanning over 60 minutes, will be released on CD, double LP and via all streaming platforms, and distributed internationally by Butler Records, a division of V2 Records. It features 9 brand new tracks ranging in length from 4 to nearly 16 minutes. The sound showcases a broader side of DILEMMA — louder, faster, more technical, more progressive. With new frontman Jermain van der Bogt (Wudstik), the vocals have become rawer and more varied. Almost six years after the previous record ‘Random Acts of Liberation’ the band sounds reborn. Like its predecessor, ‘The Purpose Paradox’ was produced by drummer Collin Leijenaar, who, together with the famed music wizard Rich Mouser (The Mouse House, LA), was also responsible for the mix and mastering. Thanks to their unmatched ears, the result is an audio experience that DILEMMA has worked on with great pride over the past years. Collin made a name in the progressive rock scene by becoming the drummer, bandleader and tour manager in the European live band of Neal Morse (Transatlantic/Flying Colors) where he subbed for Mike Portnoy (Transatlantic/Flying Colors/ex-Dream Theater). But he is not only a musician but also a successful entrepreneur. His main company is Novae Popschool, a modern music school which is operating in The Netherlands. To date his music school has grown into an organization with over 500+ students and a team of 35 teachers, staff members and volunteers and has several locations across cities in The Netherlands. PLEASE WELCOME THE DRUMMER/PRODUCER/ENGINEER/ FOR DUTCH PROGRESSIVE ROCK BAND DILEMMA COLLIN LEIJENAAR TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS… PREORDER THE PURPOSE PARADOX BY DILEMMA Pre-order the album here: https://shop.dilemma.band/ September 20, 2024, because that's the day we unleash this new chapter in our musical journey. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DILEMMA VISIT https://dilemma.band/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/WeAreDilemma/ Facebook https://www.instagram.com/dilemma.band/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dilemma.band/ Twitter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAyxQjtGSrOrYJ5afcOGLOQ YouTube Collin Leijenaar links https://collinleijenaar.com/ Collin Leijenaar official website https://www.facebook.com/Collinleijenaar Facebook https://www.instagram.com/collinleijenaar/ Instagram https://nl.linkedin.com/in/collinleijenaar Twitter https://www.youtube.com/collinleijenaar YouTube DILEMMA UPCOMING SHOWS 2024 Fri, OCT 11 De Boerderij Zoetermeer, Netherlands Sun, NOV 24 Dilemma - aftershow Dream Theater - 40th Anniversary Tour Amsterdam, Netherlands With Dream Theater DILEMMA DISCOGRAPHY Studio albums Imbroccata (1995) Random Acts of Liberation (2018) The Purpose Paradox (2024) COLLIN LEIJENAAR DISCOGRAPHY with Affector 2012 - Armageddon with Neal Morse 2005 - Live in Berlin (live) 2006 - The Europe Winter 2006 Church Tour DVD 2006 - Question Mark & Beyond - Tour of Europe 2006 DVD (live DVD) 2006 - Live at the Kings Center DVD 2007 - Sing It High 2007 - ? Live (live) 2007 - Encores and New Songs 2008 - Sola Scriptura & Beyond (DVD) 2008 - Sola Scriptura Live (live CD) 2008 - Lifeline 2009 - So Many Roads: Live in Europe (live 3CD) with Jessica Koomen 2007 – "Can't Take That Away From Me" 2009 - "I Wish You Love" (live DVD) with The B-Band 1995 - Everybody Feels 1996 - Break The Chain 1996 - Immortal Emotion 1997 - One Way Out Of Hell 1998 - Try Me with Life@Opwekking 1998 - Let's Worship the Awesome God 1999 - Heart of Worship 2000 - Time to Worship 2002 - Here I Am 2003 - Secrets 2004 - Words 2005 - Friend of God 2006 - Free 2007 - Mystery with other artists 1996 - Cross The Edge - It's Time For War! 1997 - Recabite - Thanks Be To God 1998 - Andy Pratt - Forgiving Spirit 1998 - United - United 2000 - Elisa Krijgsman Bluesfriends - Blue Eyed Woman 2001 - Boom Aid - Now Or Never 2001 - Kaja - TMF Cafe Unplugged (live) 2002 - Kaja - Use 2002 - Rivelino - Pull Yourself Together 2003 - Reni & Elisa Krijgsman - Together 2003 - Come2Worship - I Bow Down 2004 - Collide - Love 2005 - Wilco van Esschoten - Airbike 2006 - Matthijn Buwalda - Storm before the silence 2006 - Martin Brand - Unprecedented 2012 - Zylver - From Far Away 2014 - Jordan Rudess - Explorations 2014 - Dave Bainbridge - Celestial fire
Jon Anderson 'YES' Legend Releases Critically Acclaimed Album
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Jon Anderson 'YES' Legend Releases Critically Acclaimed Album

JON ANDERSON AND THE BAND GEEKS RELEASE NEW ALBUM ENTITLED ‘TRUE’ AND TOURING “YES EPICS, CLASSICS, AND MORE” ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH ‘YES’ LEGENDARY SINGER JON ANDERSON! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. After months of anticipation, the debut album from Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks, “TRUE”, has been released. The nine-song album, produced by Jon and Richie Castellano, is the album YES fans worldwide have been waiting for since Jon’s departure from the band in 2008. The album’s centerpieces are two epic tracks, the 16 and a half minute “Once Upon a Dream” and the nearly 10 minute “Counties and Countries”. To celebrate the release, a video for “Counties and Countries” recently premiered. The video was created by Jon’s long-time videographer Michael Byrne. PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY SINGER… SONGWRITER… MUSICIAN… MOST RECOGNIZED AS THE VOICE OF ‘YES’ JON ANDERSON TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE The new album by JON ANDERSON AND THE BAND GEEKS entitled ‘T R U E’ Available at https://ffm.to/jonandersontrue “TRUE the new album by Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks exceeds expectations. I consider it the best album of the year. Poetic songwriting, extraordinary musicians, Classic Yes demeanor and vocalizations. Every track is a triumph, a genuine Progressive Rock masterpiece!” 5 stars …By music journalist Ray Shasho FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT JON ANDERSON AND THE BAND GEEKS VISIT https://jonanderson.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/TheJonAnderson/ Facebook https://www.instagram.com/jonandersonmusic/ Instagram Twitter - @JonYesEpic Twitter TikTok - @JonAndersonYESEpic TikTok YouTube - Jon Anderson YES Epics & Classics - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIvSkw_3SAs1Yy2Ro68GzLw https://richiecastellano.com/bandgeek/ Band Geek official website: Jon and The Band Geeks commence leg 3 of their summer tour September 11 in Beverly, Mass. All remaining dates are below: THE TOUR 9/11/2024 - Beverly MA - Cabot Theatre 9/13/2024 - Glenside PA - Keswick Theatre 9/15/2024 - Glenside PA - Keswick Theatre 9/19/2024 - Portchester NY - Capitol Theatre 9/21/2024 - Montclair NJ - Wellmont Theatre 9/27/2024 - Staten Island NY - St George Theatre *w/Special Guests The Return of Emerson, Lake & Palmer DISCOGRAPHY JON ANDERSON SOLO Olias of Sunhillow (1976) Song of Seven (1980) Animation (1982) 3 Ships (1985) In the City of Angels (1988) Deseo (1994) Change We Must (1994) Angels Embrace (1995) Toltec (1996) Lost Tapes of Opio (1996) The Promise Ring (1997) Earth Mother Earth (1997) The More You Know (1998) Survival & Other Stories (2011) 1000 Hands: Chapter One (2019) True (August 2024) Pre Yes The Warriors - Singles : 1964 : "You Came Along" / "Don't Make Me Blue" (7", Single) - Album : 2003 : Bolton Club 65 - Recorded live in 1965 and published on CD in 2003 on Voiceprint Label. Yes Yes (1969) Time and a Word (1970) The Yes Album (1971) Fragile (1971) Close to the Edge (1972) Yessongs (1973) (triple live album) Tales from Topographic Oceans (1973) (double studio album) Relayer (1974) Yesterdays (1975) (studio compilation including rare cuts) Going for the One (1977) Tormato (1978) Yesshows (1980) (double live album, originally intended as triple) Classic Yes (1980) (studio compilation with two bonus unreleased live cuts) 90125 (1983) 9012Live: The Solos (1985) (live) Big Generator (1987) Union (1991) Yesyears (1991) (quadruple CD compilation box set including rare and unreleased tracks) Talk (1994) Keys to Ascension (1996) (studio & live double CD album) Keys to Ascension 2 (1997) (studio & live double CD album) Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970 (1997; a.k.a. Astral Traveller) Open Your Eyes (1997) Yes, Friends and Relatives (1998) (double CD album compilation including remake of Owner of a Lonely Heart) The Ladder (1999) House of Yes: Live from House of Blues (2000) (double CD live album) Magnification (2001) In a Word: Yes (1969–) (2002) (quintuple CD compilation box set including rare and unreleased tracks) The Ultimate Yes: 35th Anniversary Collection (2004) (U.S. triple CD album edition including unreleased acoustic versions) The Word Is Live (2005) (triple CD live album) Live at Montreux 2003 (2007) (double CD live album) Union Live (2011) (double CD live album) Progeny: Seven Shows from Seventy-Two (2015) (14-CD live box set) Jon and Vangelis Studio albums Short Stories (1980) The Friends of Mr Cairo (1981) Private Collection (1983) Page of Life (1991) Page of Life (1998) (Alternate version not approved by Vangelis) Compilations The Best of Jon and Vangelis (1984) Chronicles (1994) SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Tina Cole 'My Three Sons, Katie Douglas' Exciting New Memoir!
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Tina Cole 'My Three Sons, Katie Douglas' Exciting New Memoir!

Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Tina Cole has been a performer since she was old enough to walk and talk. She was brought up in the limelight of her famous parents: musician, Buddy Cole and Yvonne King of the singing King Sisters. Tina made her mark on the television world staring on the series Hawaiian eye at the age of 19 and continued to perform on television with her famous family, The King Family on ABC. Tina became a national sensation when she joined the cast of My Three Sons as Katie Douglas, and fans of the show fell in love with her. She received more fan mail than any other actor on all Fedderson produced shows at the time. Tina recently released her memoir entitled ‘My Three Lives’. As Tina takes you through her life's journey of both success and struggles, readers will walk away falling in love with her all over again. PLEASE WELCOME AMERICAN ACTRESS, SINGER, AUTHOR, BEST-KNOWN AS KATIE DOUGLAS ON THE LEGENDARY SITCOM ‘MY THREE SONS’ TINA COLE TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … Very Special Thanks to Debbie for arranging this interview with Tina Cole today. PURCHASE TINA COLE’S MEMOIR MY THREE LIVES by Tina Cole (Author), Bob Mackie (Foreword) Tina Cole has been a performer since she was old enough to walk and talk. She was brought up in the limelight of her famous parents: musician, Buddy Cole and Yvonne King of the singing King Sisters. Tina made her mark on the television world starring on the series Hawaiian Eye at the age of 19 and continued to perform on television with her famous family, The King Family on ABC. Tina became a national sensation when she joined the cast of “My Three Sons” as Katie Douglas and fans of the show fell In love with her. Available at amazon.com FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT TINA COLE VISIT https://www.facebook.com/OfficialTinaCole/ FACEBOOK https://tinacolestore.wixsite.com/tinacole-store Tina Cole Store SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Pat Simmons A Doobie Legend On 'The Lost Interviews'
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Pat Simmons A Doobie Legend On 'The Lost Interviews'

Patrick Simmons Interview THE LOST INTERVIEWS EP 16 Interviewed Tuesday, November 15, 2011 INTERVIEW with Doobie Brothers Pat Simmons I had the opportunity to interview Doobie Brothers legendary guitarist and songwriter Patrick Simmons a few days before the 2011 Orlando Calling festival. Pat Simmons was introduced to future Doobie Brothers bandmates Tom Johnston and John Hartman by Moby Grape’s Skip Spence in 1969 forming the foundation to what would eventually be one of the most esteemed classic rock bands in history. Pat is usually identified as the Doobie Brother with the longest hair. His heartfelt vocal styles are significant to the band’s success. He’s an important musician with eclectic musical styles and tastes. Some of his many compositions with the band include the classic “Black Water” (which became their first number one hit) “South City Midnight Lady,” “Dependin’ On You,” “Dangerous,” “Echoes Of Love” and “Clear as the Driven Snow.” His on-stage presence is both surreal and overwhelming during his solo of “Jesus Is Just Alright.” Here’s my interview with singer, songwriter, guitar virtuoso, and founding member of The Doobie Brothers … Patrick Simmons Doobie Brothers official website http://www.doobiebros.com/ Patrick Simmons musical credits on allmusic.com http://www.allmusic.com/artist/patrick-simmons-p20546/credits THE DOOBIE BROTHERS ON TOUR 2024 Aug 17 Noblesville, IN Ruoff Music Center Aug 18 Cincinnati, OH Riverbend Music Center Aug 20 Pittsburgh, PA The Pavilion at Star Lake Aug 22 Cleveland, OH Blossom Music Center Aug 24 St. Louis, MO Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre STL Aug 25 Tinley Park, IL Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre Aug 27 Omaha, NE CHI Health Aug 29 Denver, CO Ball Arena Aug 30 Salt Lake City, UT USANA Amphitheater Sep 03 Bend, OR Hayden Homes Amphitheater Sep 05 Ridgefield, WA RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater Sep 06 Seattle, WA White River Amphitheatre Sep 08 Concord, CA Concord Pavilion Sep 10 Wheatland, CA Toyota Amphitheater Sep 27 Syracuse, NY Oncenter War Memorial Sep 28 Allentown, PA PPL Sep 30 Port Chester, NY Capitol Theater Oct 01 Port Chester, NY Capitol Theater Oct 02 Holmdel, NJ PNC Bank Arts Center Oct 04 Atlantic City, NJ Borgata Oct 05 Uncasville, CT Mohegan Sun Oct 08 London, ON Budweiser Gardens Oct 09 Kitchener, ON The Aud Oct 12 Laval, QC Place Bell Oct 13 Kingston, ON Slush Puppie Palace Oct 15 Quebec City, QC Centre Videotron Oct 16 Saint John, NB TD Station THE DOOBIE BROTHERS DISCOGRAPHY The Doobie Brothers (1971) Toulouse Street (1972) The Captain and Me (1973) What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits (1974) Stampede (1975) Takin' It to the Streets (1976) Livin' on the Fault Line (1977) Minute by Minute (1978) One Step Closer (1980) Cycles (1989) Brotherhood (1991) Sibling Rivalry (2000) World Gone Crazy (2010) Southbound (2014) Liberté (2021)
Tom Johnston Doobie Hero on 'The Lost Interviews'
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Tom Johnston Doobie Hero on 'The Lost Interviews'

TOM JOHNSTON ‘THE LOST INTERVIEWS’ with RAY SHASHO EPISODE 15 INTERVIEWED FEBRUARY 17TH 2013 The Doobie Brothers are one of those bands that we’ve depended on, year after year, and expect to see performing invariably at outdoor music festivals, pavilions, arenas, casinos and bike week events across the nation. The group has been exhilarating audiences for decades yet appear timeless onstage. One of the principal reasons for the longevity and success of the Doobie Brothers has a lot to do with an unmitigated affection shared between the band and its audience. It’s been an amazing love affair that has persevered for over forty-two years. When the Doobie Brothers finally call it quits … rock ‘n’ roll will probably call it quits too. Tom Johnston is the voice, lyricist and guitarist on numerous classic hit recordings by the Doobie Brothers. Inspired by listening to R&B music on the radio, California native Johnston started his first band at 14, eventually broadening his musical horizons by singing with soul and blues groups. After moving to San Jose to finish college, Tom met Skip Spence, original drummer for the Jefferson Airplane. Spence introduced Johnston to drummer John Hartman. Spence was also a founding member of Moby Grape which had a major influence on the Doobie Brothers. Tom Johnston, John Hartman and bassist Greg Murphy formed the power trio “Pud.” When “Pud” unraveled, the evolution of the Doobie Brothers began to take shape. While living in a home dubbed as their “musical headquarters,” guitarist Patrick Simmons and bassist Dave Shogren joined the group. The band quickly generated a huge following in California. In 1971, the Doobie Brothers launched their self- titled debut album, The Doobie Brothers on the Warner Brothers label with legendary producers Ted Templeman and Lenny Waronker. The first track on the album, “Nobody” penned by Tom Johnston, would later resurface in 2010 on their latest release, World Gone Crazy. Their second studio album Toulouse Street (named for a street in the French Quarter of New Orleans) introduced new bassist Tiran Porter and second drummer Michael Hossack (Navy Veteran). The album spawned the Tom Johnston penned classic hits, “Listen to the Music” (#11 Top 100 Billboard Hit -1972), “Rockin’ Down the Highway” and “Jesus Is Just Alright,” (#35 Billboard Top 100 Hit -1973) written by Arthur Reynolds (1965) and performed by The Byrds (1969). In 1973, the Doobie Brothers released, The Captain and Me spotlighting some of the bands most memorable classic rock tunes penned by Tom Johnston … “Long Train Runnin’”(#8 Billboard Hot 100 Hit) and perhaps the bands anthem song, “China Grove” (#15 Billboard Hot 100 Hit). The Captain and Me also featured a guest performance by future Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan guitarist Jeff “Skunk” Baxter. The Doobie Brothers fourth studio album, What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits released in 1974 spawned the Tom Johnston penned songs, “Another Park, Another Sunday” (#32 Billboard Hot 100 Hit) and “Eyes of Silver” (#52 Billboard Hot 100 Hit). The album also featured Pat Simmons penned tribute to “The Big Easy,” “Black Water” (#1 Billboard Hot 100 Hit -1975). Stampede released in 1975 was the final album before Michael McDonald took over lead vocalist duties from an ailing Tom Johnston. The album featured the cover version, “Take Me in Your Arms (Rock Me A Little While)” (#11 Billboard Hot 100 Hit -1975) written by the Motown team of Holland-Dozier-Holland. Subsequent albums …Takin’ It to the Streets (1976), Livin’ on the Fault Line (1977), Minute by Minute (1978) and One Step Closer (1980) featured a successful second incarnation of the band, which primarily consisted of Michael McDonald(vocals, keyboards) Patrick Simmons (guitars/vocals) Jeff “Skunk” Baxter (guitars, steel guitars), Tiran Porter(bass, vocals), John Hartman (drums) and Keith Knudsen (drums). *Tom Johnston played and sang “Turn It Loose” and “Wheels of Fortune” on the album Takin’ It to the Streets. John McFee was added to the Doobie Brothers lineup in 1979 replacing Jeff “Skunk” Baxter and was featured on One Step Closer. After a successful run, the band’s signature sound and direction became disillusioned. While working on his solo project, Tom Johnston rejoined the band for a Farewell Tour, and then the Doobie Brothers would call it quits as a band for the next five years. The reformation of the Doobie Brothers was contrived when the band’s alumni were asked by drummer Keith Knudsen to perform at a concert to benefit veterans’ causes. The band discovered that tickets were in great demand and soon embarked on a twelve-city tour. The Doobie Brothers were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on November 7, 2020.
The Brilliance of Jon Courtney's 'Pure Reason Revolution' Exclusive!
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The Brilliance of Jon Courtney's 'Pure Reason Revolution' Exclusive!

LIVE FROM GERMANY... BRITISH ROCK GROUP ‘PURE REASON REVOLUTION’ ANNOUNCE THEIR NEW ALBUM ‘COMING UP TO CONSCIOUSNESS’ AND NEW SINGLE “DIG TILL YOU DIE” ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH FOUNDER/SINGER/SONGWRITER/KEYBOARDIST/JON COURTNEY ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. PURE REASON REVOLUTION is a British Rock group formed at Westminster University in 2003. Trying to fit PRR into a specific genre would be a difficult task, which is one of their attractive qualities. The group is set to release their sixth studio album Coming Up To Consciousness via InsideOutMusic. Their new to-be-released album will be out on September 6th. The album feature’s themes of betrayal, deception, fear, grief, mortality, and questions of sanity. Legendary musician Guy Pratt, known for working with the likes of Pink Floyd played the bass guitar on seven of the eight tracks on Pure Reason Revolution’s new album. The band tells fans to expect more ambitious bass lines in Coming Up To Consciousness than they’ve heard in any previous Pure Reason Revolution albums. The band was equally thrilled to work with multiple members of prog icon The Pineapple Thief; the record was mixed by Bruce Soord and mastered by Steve Kitch. Jon Courtney comments: “Spawned from the bereavement after my dog was put down, a numb & dry creative spell ensued, but after a meeting with my writer friend Craig Walker (Archive/Power of Dreams) & sharing how the last months had been, he urged me to get this experience down in lyrics & music. Suddenly the album flew out of me/us! In terms of the recording process, this album was probably the most enjoyable to make, with the various collaborations firing creativity. PLEASE WELCOME British musician best known as a singer, guitarist, keyboard player and songwriter for the progressive rock band Pure Reason Revolution JON COURTNEY to Interviewing the Legends … PREORDER THE NEW ALBUM BY PURE REASON REVOLUTION Entitled ‘COMING UP TO CONSCIOUSNESS’ Pre-order now here: https://purereasonrevolution.lnk.to/ComingUpToConsciousness Progressive alternative rock band, Pure Reason Revolution is set to release their sixth studio album Coming Up To Consciousness via InsideOutMusic. Their new to-be-released album will be out on September 6th. The album feature’s themes of betrayal, deception, fear, grief, mortality, and questions of sanity. The album will be available as a Limited CD+DVD Digipak (featuring 5.1 Surround Sound & High-Resolution Stereo Mixes), Standard CD Jewelcase, as well as a Gatefold ReVinyl LP (Recycled Vinyl), and digitally in both stereo and Dolby Atmos. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT PURE REASON REVOLUTUON VISIT https://www.purereasonrevolutionofficial.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/purereasonrevolution Facebook https://www.facebook.com/purereasonrevolution Twitter https://www.instagram.com/purereasonrevolution_official/ Instagram PURE REASON REVOLUTION TOUR DATES Confirmed first tour dates in support of the album, playing in Europe alongside Lesoir in September & October, starting at Be Prog! My Friend Festival in Barcelona. 27th September – Be Prog! My Friend, Barcelona, Spain* 29th September – Stummsche Reithalle, Neunkirchen, Germany 30th September – Backstage By The Mill, Paris, France 1st October – Colos-Saal, Aschaffenburg, Germany 3rd October – Cpunt, Hoofddorp, Netherlands 4th October – Progpower Europe, Baarlo, Netherlands* 5th October – 013, Tilburg, Netherlands *No Lesoir *The band will also make their first appearance on Cruise To The Edge in 2025 PURE REASON REVOLUTION Discography Studio albums The Dark Third (2006) Amor Vincit Omnia (2009) Hammer and Anvil (2010) Eupnea (2020) Above Cirrus (2022) Coming Up to Consciousness (2024) Live albums Live at NEARfest 2007 (2008) Extended plays Cautionary Tales for the Brave (2005) Valour EP (2011) SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Steve Cropper Talks New Album on Interviewing the Legends
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Steve Cropper Talks New Album on Interviewing the Legends

LEGENDARY GUITARIST STEVE CROPPER ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ‘FRIENDLYTOWN’ FEATURING BILLY F GIBBONS … BRIAN MAY … TIM MONTANA … EXCLUSIVE ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho BIO: Not many people start new bands in their 80s, but legendary guitarist, producer, and songwriter Steve Cropper isn’t slowing down any time soon. The triple-threat musician, recently nominated for his first solo GRAMMY for the debut album from his tight and tuneful rock n’ soul quintet, Steve Cropper & The Midnight Hour, has announced details of his highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘Friendlytown,’ due out August 23rd on the Mascot Label Group. Always pushing ahead and never repeating himself, Cropper has brought in the talents of Billy F Gibbons from ZZ Top to play on the record. The album also features guest appearances from Queen guitarist extraordinaire Brian May and country-rock singer-songwriter and guitarist Tim Montana, who has balanced a successful solo career with high-profile collaborations with Gibbons and Kid Rock. In conjunction with the album announcement, Cropper has released the album's first single, “Too Much Stress feat. Brian May,” giving fans a tantalizing taste of the new music. PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY GUITARIST/SONGWRITER/PRODUCER/ACTOR…THE COLONOL STEVE CROPPER TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PREORDER THE NEW ALBUM BY STEVE CROPPER And The Midnight Hour entitled FRIENDLYTOWN Available August 23rd Via Mascot Label Group Featuring Billy F Gibbons, Brian May and Tim Montana First Single “Too Much Stress feat. Brian May” Available Now Pre-order Friendlytown at https://lnk.to/stevecropper FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT STEVE CROPPER VISIT https://playitsteve.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/stevecropper Facebook https://x.com/OfficialCropper?mx=2 Twitter https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Steve+Cropper YouTube https://www.instagram.com/thestevecropper/ Instagram DISCOGRAPHY 1969: With a Little Help from My Friends 1969: Jammed Together (with Albert King and Pops Staples) 1971: This Is ... Steve Cropper & His Friends (compilation of With a Little Help from My Friends and Jammed Together, released in France only) 1981: Playin' My Thang 1982: Night After Night 1998: The Interview — Play It, Steve! 2008: Nudge It Up A Notch (with Felix Cavaliere) 2010: Midnight Flyer (with Felix Cavaliere) 2011: Dedicated — A Salute to the 5 Royales 2017: Steve Cropper, Lou Marini and the Original Blues Brothers Band — The Last Shade of Blue Before Black 2018: Telemasters (with Arlen Roth) 2021: Fire It Up Steve Cropper & The Midnight Hour 2024: Friendlytown
Renassiance: A Legendary Group Says Farewell Exclusive!
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Renassiance: A Legendary Group Says Farewell Exclusive!

SYMPHONIC ROCK PIONEERS RENAISSANCE WILL PERFORM THEIR ‘IN GRATITUDE’ FAREWELL TOUR FALL 2024: ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH LEGENDARY SONGSTRESS ANNIE HASLAM ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Renaissance, the legendary symphonic rock band featuring Annie Haslam, will be back in the US playing select dates from October 17th through October 31st. This will mark 54 years since the formation of the band and its 16th consecutive year of touring since its reactivation in 2009. Renaissance leader and vocalist Annie Haslam remarked that “We are very proud but sad to announce our ‘In Gratitude’ Farewell Tour. Where did the time go? Looking back over the years, I believe we have made history in the worlds of Progressive and Symphonic Rock.” The upcoming shows will include stunning arrangements of “Ocean Gypsy,” “Northern Lights,” “Forever Changing,” “Mother Russia,” “Carpet of the Sun,” “Ashes are Burning” and other favorite classics. Ms. Haslam will be joined on stage by long-time musical associate Rave Tesar on piano, along with Mark Lambert on guitars/vocals, Geoffrey Langley on keyboards/vocals, Frank Pagano on drums, percussion/vocals, and John Galgano on bass. Renaissance is a band with a rich history unique to themselves as progressive rock pioneers who rose from the ashes of the seminal UK rock band, The Yardbirds. The band has toured throughout the world and has performed at Carnegie Hall with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra and at the Royal Albert Hall with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Royal Chorale Society. Renaissance had a top ten hit in the UK with their song “Northern Lights” that still demands airplay to this day. VERY SPECIAL THANKS TO BILLY JAMES OF GLASS ONYON PR FOR ARRANGING THIS INTERVIEW WITH ANNIE HASLAM. PURCHASE RENAISSANCE THE LEGACY TOUR 2022 In celebration of Annie Haslam’s 75th year, Renaissance performed classic songs with the remarkable Renaissance Chamber Orchestra and music from Annie’s solo career. Double live audio CD in fold-out digipack cover with 12-page booklet. Recorded at the Keswick Theatre Glenside PA USA on October 21 2022. Personalized autograph by Annie Haslam. Includes unlimited streaming of The Legacy Tour 2022 via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more. Available at https://renaissancetouring.bandcamp.com/album/the-legacy-tour-2022 Tracklist 1.Carpet Of The Sun 03:43 2. Black Flame 06:39 3. The Sisters 06:39 4. Ananda 04:26 5. The Captive Heart 04:46 6. Symphony Of Light 13:08 7. Blessing In Disguise 03:42 8. Celestine 04:41 9. Reaching Out 03:57 10. The Angels Cry 04:33 11. Day Of The Dreamer 10:07 12. Running Hard 10:26 ALSO TUSCANY (2024 Remaster) By RENAISSANCE Amazon.com FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ANNIE HASLAM AND RENAISSANCE VISIT www.renaissancetouring.com Renaissance band official website www.facebook.com/renaissancetouring Renaissance band Facebook www.twitter.com/MysticAndMuse Renaissance Twitter www.youtube.com/user/RenaissanceTouring Renaissance YouTube www.anniehaslam.com Annie Haslam official website www.facebook.com/anniehaslamart Annie Haslam Facebook www.ravetesar.com Rave Tesar official website Renaissance: In Gratitude Farewell Tour 2024 Thursday October 17, 2024 – NEW YORK CITY The Town Hall 123 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036 Friday October 18, 2024 – ALBANY, NY Lewis A. Swyer Theatre at the Egg Agency Building 1, S Mall Arterial, Albany, NY 12203 Saturday October 19, 2024 – Ridgefield, CT The Ridgefield Playhouse 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877 Sunday October 20, 2024 – Boston MA City Winery Boston 80 Beverly St, Boston, MA 02114 Wednesday October 23, 2024 – Rochester, NY The Theater at Innovation Square 131 Chestnut St, Rochester, NY 14604 Thursday October 24, 2024 – Homer, NY Center for the Arts of Homer 72 S Main St, Homer, NY 13077 Friday October 25, 2024 – Newton, NJ The Newton Theatre 234 Spring St, Newton, NJ 07860 Saturday October 26, 2024 – Lansdowne, PA Lansdowne Theater 31 N Lansdowne Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050 Tuesday October 29, 2024 - Edwardsville, IL Wildey Theatre 252 N. Main St. Edwardsville IL 62025 Wednesday October 30, 2024 - Edwardsville, IL Wildey Theatre 252 N. Main St. Edwardsville IL 62025 Watch Renaissance “Northern Lights” video from 1978: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CrH0SU2tqwg Watch Renaissance video for “Prologue” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyXoQAIatQY Watch Renaissance/Annie Haslam music video for “Cry to the World” (with Ian Anderson on flute!): https://youtu.be/finJd6nNo84 SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Kathy Garver "Cissy' From 'Family Affair' And So Much More!
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Kathy Garver "Cissy' From 'Family Affair' And So Much More!

KATHY GARVER ACTOR…VOICE OVER TALENT …AUTHOR…HOST…PRODUCER…WORKSHOP LEADER… MOST RECOGNIZED AS CISSY ON TV SITCOM’S ‘FAMILY AFFAIR’ EXCLUSIVE ZOOM INTERVIEW! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Most fondly remembered for her starring role as “Cissy” in the long-running CBS international television hit, Family Affair, Kathy Garver has also garnered critical acclaim in movies, stage, radio, voice-over animation, and audio book narration. Her professional acting career began when she was just seven years old appearing in TV westerns, sit coms, and dramatic programs such as Climax and Matinee Theater. When she was eight years old, Hollywood legendary director Cecil B. DeMille recognized Kathy’s distinct talents. Originally hired for a small part in the epic motion picture, The Ten Commandments. Today, Kathy is an accomplished and versatile actress and a bestselling author. In 2020 she finished two pilots TvDinners for which she is host and Aunt Cissy a spinoff of Family Affair. In 2023 she starred in two comedy’s ‘Old Man Jackson’ and ‘Yellow Bird’. For all her accomplishments, including her new Cissy Collection which includes her signature candles, lotion and room spray, Kathy’s sails will be billowing in some very favorable waters for quite some time. PLEASE WELCOME Actor, Voice Over Talent, Author, Host, Speaker, Producer, Workshop Leader most recognized as Cissy of the American sitcom Family Affair starring Brian Keith and Sebastian Cabot that aired on CBS from September 12, 1966, to March 4, 1971, and ran for 138 episodes in five seasons…KATHY GARVER TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT KATHY GARVER VISIT https://www.kathygarver.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/kathygarverfanpage/ Facebook https://x.com/Kathy_Garver?mx=2 Twitter https://www.instagram.com/kgcissy/ Instagram Author of: Romancing with the Stars) (release 2024 Bear Manor Media) TvDinners TV (Release Date 2024 by Bear Manor Media) Family Affair: A Pictorial Scrapbook (Release 2021 by Tv Classics Media) Holiday Recipes for a Family Affair (Release date 2019 by Bear Manor Media) X Child Stars: Where Are They Now? (Release date 2016 by Rowman/Littlefield) Surviving Cissy - My Family Affair of Life in Hollywood (Release date 2015 by Rowman/Littlefield) The Family Affair Cookbook (2009 by Bear Manor Media) SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
TJ Lyle Frontman for The Georgia Thunderbolts Exclusive!
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TJ Lyle Frontman for The Georgia Thunderbolts Exclusive!

THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS TRIUMPH WITH ‘RISE ABOVE IT ALL’ INCREDIBLE NEW ROCK ALBUM: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH LEAD SINGER TJ LYLE! The Georgia Thunderbolts have announced their highly anticipated sophomore album, 'Rise Above It All,' set for release on August 23rd via Mascot Records. Featuring the quintet's signature blend of Southern rock, blues, and heartfelt Americana, the 13-track album showcases the band's ability to navigate a vast array of musical terrains, while also capturing the profound emotional and artistic growth fostered by their years on the road. The road to being hailed as the new torchbearers of Southern rock hasn’t been as glamorous as you might imagine for The Georgia Thunderbolts. It wasn’t many years ago that the guys busked at gas stations, fumbled through covers, and drove four hours to Alabama to play to a bartender and a three-legged dog sitting on a barstool. The most transformative experience for the band has been the month back in 2022, The Georgia Thunderbolts spent touring Europe with Black Stone Cherry. None of them had been across the pond before, and it was the longest they had been away from home. All the growth and maturation over the past two and half years can be heard on ‘Rise Above It All.’ The 13-song collection is a flag-planting album, setting the stage for an exciting new chapter as The Georgia Thunderbolts continue to rise and resonate with audiences worldwide. PLEASE WELCOME LEAD VOCALIST… KEYBOARDIST…AND HARMONICA PLAYER FOR THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS TJ LYLE TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE THE NEW ALBUM BY THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS entitled ‘RISE ABOVE IT ALL’ Preorder at: https://lnk.to/TheGAThunderbolts Out August 23rd via Mascot Records Stream the latest single “Stand Up” Watch the dynamic music video, directed by Jim Arbogast "THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS CAN DO IT ALL! THEIR NEW ALBUM ‘RISE ABOVE IT ALL’ VALIDATES THE GROUP’S PROFICIENT MUSICAL CAPABILITIES BY INCORPORATING ROCK, R&B, COUNTRY, BLUES, AND EVEN GOSPEL INTO THIRTEEN BRILLIANT TRACKS. LEAD SINGER TJ LYLE HAS A POWERFUL VOICE WITH INSTANT REMINDERS OF CHRIS CORNELL AND PAUL RODGERS. SEVERAL TRACKS COULD EASILY BECOME TOP TEN HITS ON CONTEMPORARY HIT AND COUNTRY RADIO STATIONS. THESE GUYS ARE GREAT! " 5 STARS! ….BY MUSIC JOURNALIST RAY SHASHO FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS VISIT https://www.georgiathunderbolts.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/GAThunderbolts/ Facebook https://twitter.com/GAThunderbolts Twitter https://www.instagram.com/gathunderbolts/ Instagram https://www.tiktok.com/@gathunderbolts Tiktok https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdJf6atP6Z_MsR7rSBoKzXASIT YouTube THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS TOUR DATES 2024 05 Jul First Fridays Rome, GA 25 Jul Eastside Bowl Nashville, TN 26 Jul Trainwreck Saloon Westport St. Louis, MO 27 Jul Knuckleheads Kansas City, MO 31 Jul Marquis Theater Denver, CO 01 Aug Oskar Blues Grill & Brew Colorado Springs, CO 03 Aug Kickstands Campground & Venue Sturgis, SD 10 Aug Ace Frehley and Foghat with special guests The Georgia Thunderbolts Beaver Dam, KY 23 Aug Blues Garage Hannover, Germany 27 Aug Colos-Saal Aschaffenburg, Germany 30 Aug Karosserifabrikken Helsingør, Denmark 31 Aug Sønderborghus Sønderborg, Denmark 03 Sep Hafenbar Tegel Berlin, Germany 04 Sep Gaststätte Stock Hagen Am Teutoburger Wald, Germany 06 Sep L.A. Live Style Cafe Cham, Germany 07 Sep WaldHaus eV Heilbronn Heilbronn, Germany 08 Sep Raismes Fest 2024 Raismes, France 14 Sep Zydeco Birmingham, AL 19 Sep The Barrelhouse Ballroom Chattanooga, TN 20 Sep Smith's Olde Bar Atlanta, GA 21 Sep The Grand Theatre Cartersville, GA 26 Sep Live at Hub City Vinyl Hagerstown, MD 08 Oct Sellersville Theater Sellersville, PA 25 Oct The Georgia Thunderbolts Night 1 Dunn, NC 26 Oct The Georgia Thunderbolts - Night 2 Dunn, NC 14 Dec Pillars Pub Fitzgerald, GA Discography Albums Can We Get A Witness (2021) Rise Above It all (2024) EPs The Georgia Thunderbolts (2020) Singles "Lend A Hand" "Looking For A Friend" "Take It Slow" "Be Good To Yourself" "It's Alright" "Can I Get A Witness" SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Chris Slade talks AC/DC, The Firm, David Gilmour,Tom Jones and a new album!
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Chris Slade talks AC/DC, The Firm, David Gilmour,Tom Jones and a new album!

THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE ANNOUNCE THE RELEASE OF NEW ALBUM ‘TIMESCAPE’ EXCLUSIVE ZOOM INTERVIEW WITH LEGENDARY DRUMMER CHRIS SLADE! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Chris Slade started his career at the age of 16 with Tom Jones before he changed his name to Tom Jones. Chris contributed significantly to Jones’s world tours and recordings throughout the 60s. Slade was a founding member of Manfred Mann’s Earth Band in January 1971. He was to spend seven years with the band, recording eight albums and achieving three UK Top Ten singles in the process: 'Joybringer' (No. 9, October 1973), ‘Blinded By The Light’ (No. 6, September 1976 & a multimillion selling #1 in the USA) and ‘Davy’s On The Road Again’ (No.6, June 1978). After Earthband he spent two years with Uriah Heep, one year with Gary Numan and one year with David Gilmour in 1984. He later teamed up with Jimmy Page, Paul Rodgers and bassist Tony Franklin to form The Firm. They produced two excellent albums for Atlantic in 1985 and 1986 that earned them chart and radio hits including 'Radioactive' and 'Satisfaction Guaranteed.' Chris became the drummer of AC/DC over the course of the next five years, playing on their acclaimed 'Razors Edge' Album, and giving a killer performance on their concert DVD “Live from Donington.” After his stint with AC/DC, Chris joined the prog-rock band Asia, Chris recorded with them on their 2000-2004 studio recordings, 'Aura' and 'Silent Nation' , and put forth his trademark energy-filled live performances on all the subsequent tours that ensued over the next five years. Between 2005 and 2010, Slade played drums for German guitarist Michael Schenker before forming THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE in 2012, and at that time marking 50 years as a professional rock drummer. THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE has announced their new album "Timescape" which will be released worldwide on July 19th on BraveWords Records. "Timescape" contains completely original new tracks and some of Chris Slade's favorite covers. PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY WELSH DRUMMER/SINGER/SONGWRITER CHRIS SLADE TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE THE NEW ALBUM BY THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE entitled Timescape, available July 19TH on BraveWords Records. The double album will be available on digital platforms, CD and possibly as a double vinyl album. Feat: Chris Slade, Bun Davis, Stevie Gee, James Cornford, Michael J Clark “Side one which consists mostly of original material is an eclectic and innovative mix of awe-inspiring hard and heavy progressive rock melodies, the album plays out much like a discerning Rock Opera. Timescape is a gratifying and artistic musical concept. Side two features an incredible selection of exceptional covers spotlighting many of the band’s Chris has been a member of over his illustrious 60-year career. Timescape by Chris Slade Timeline is a sensational album! 5 stars! By music journalist Ray Shasho FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE VISIT https://chrisslade.com Official website https://www.facebook.com/ChrisSladeACDC Facebook https://www.instagram.com/chrissladedrums Instagram https://x.com/ChrisSladeDrums Twitter https://www.instagram.com/the.chrisslade.timeline Chris Slade Timeline Instagram https://www.bandsintown.com/a/5974162 Bands in town http://bravewordsrecords.com BraveWords Records CHRIS SLADE Discography With Tom Jones Along Came Jones (1965) A-Tom-ic Jones (1966) From The Heart (1966) Green, Green Grass of Home (1967) Live: at the Talk of the Town (1967) 13 Smash Hits (1967) Delilah (1968) Tom Jones Live in Las Vegas (1969) With Toomorrow Toomorrow (1970) With Tom Paxton How Come The Sun (1971) With Manfred Mann's Earth Band Manfred Mann's Earth Band (1972) Glorified Magnified (1972) Messin' (1973) Solar Fire (1973) The Good Earth (1974) Nightingales & Bombers (1975) The Roaring Silence (1976) Watch (1978) With Terra Nova Terra Nova (1980) With Kai Olsson Crazy Love (1979) With Frankie Miller Falling in Love (1979) With Uriah Heep Conquest (1980) With Gary Numan I, Assassin (1982) With Denny Laine Anyone Can Fly (1982) With David Gilmour David Gilmour Live 1984 (1984) With The Firm The Firm (1985) Mean Business (1986) With AC/DC The Razors Edge (1990) Live at Donington (1992) AC/DC Live (1992) "Big Gun" (1993) With Asia Aura (2001) Silent Nation (2004) With Bloodstock Creator of Worlds With Damage Control Damage Control (2007) Raw (2008) With MIWA My Wish Is Your Command (2011) Reach Out and Touch Me (2018) With The Chris Slade Timeline Timescape (2024) The Chris Slade Timeline Vol. 1 (2014) SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Don Wilson 'Ventures' Guitar Legend 'The Lost Interviews'
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Don Wilson 'Ventures' Guitar Legend 'The Lost Interviews'

DON WILSON THE VENTURES February 10TH 1933 - January 22ND 2022 ‘THE LOST INTERVIEWS’ with RAY SHASHO EPISODE 14 -Interviewed June 10th, 2014 Don Wilson and The Ventures have inspired thousands of promising musicians and enthusiasts across the globe for over five decades, and many of their pupils became legendary in the music world. Ventures alumni include… Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Jimmy Page, Stephen Stills, Joe Walsh, Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Billy Joel, Elton John, John Bonham, Mick Fleetwood, Jeff “Skunk” Baxter, Gene Simmons, and many-many more. At 81, Don Wilson, guitarist & co-founder of the legendary rock and roll/surf band says he has no plans for slowing down any time soon. The Ventures recently concluded a lengthy tour in Japan where they are still idolized. Don and his son Tim Wilson have also initiated a new record label with promising young musicians to mentor and promote. THE VENTURES are the best-selling instrumental rock band in music history. In 1958, the group was formed by Tacoma, Washington residents Don Wilson (rhythm and lead guitar) and Bob Bogle (lead and bass guitar). The duo’s plan was to earn a permanent living playing guitar instead of working at their hard labor construction jobs as bricklayers. They originally performed as the Impacts and the Versatones before finally settling on The Ventures. Nokie Edwards (lead guitar) joined in 1960 and they recorded their first big hit, a Chet Atkins cover entitled “Walk, Don’t Run.” The Ventures lineup in the studio also included Skip Mooreon drums. In 1960, the song peaked at #2 on the Billboard’s single chart amid stiff competition from Chubby Checker, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, and Bryan Hyland. Drummer Howie Johnson replaced Moore in 1960. Mel Taylor became The Ventures permanent drummer in 1962 until his passing in 1996. From 1960 through 1972, The Ventures consistently toured worldwide and charted 37 albums. The group was hailed as America’s instrumental Beatles. Some of The Ventures hit singles include … “Telstar,” “The Lonely Bull,” “Rebel-Rouser,” “Honky Tonk,” “Let's Go,” “Pipeline,” “Walk, Don't Run,” “Tequila,” “Apache,” “Wipe-Out, ”Memphis,” “Out of Limits,” and their mega-hit … “Hawaii Five-O” (#4 on Billboard’s Singles Chart -1969), (The album reached #11 on Billboard’s album chart). The Ventures were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008. That same year also marked The Ventures 50th Anniversary. Here’s a list of incredible accomplishments by The Ventures … Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Class of 2008 Ranked #4 among all-time instrumental artists on Billboard's Single Charts Ranked #6 among all 1960s artists on Billboard's Album Charts Ranked #26 among all-time artists on Billboard's Album Charts Ranked #20 in most albums on Billboard's Album Charts with 37 “Walk, Don't Run” is one of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's Top 500 Hits of all time 1960 to 1969 - Placed 14 singles on Billboard's Single Charts Gold singles: “Walk, Don't Run (1960), “Walk Don't Run '64” (1964), “Hawaii Five-0” (1969), 1960 to 1972 - Placed 37 albums on Billboard's Album Charts with 5 on the charts simultaneously during 1963. Gold albums: Telstar and the Lonely Bull (1963), Golden Greats (1967), Hawaii Five-0 (1969) To date, more than 450 LP and CD albums released worldwide (and still counting) 1960 to 1973 - Sold nearly 1,000,000 albums per year in the U.S. Japan sales approaching 40,000,000 units (and still counting) Collective worldwide sales approaching 100,000,000 units (and still counting) 1964 - Popularized Mosrite Guitars with introduction of The Ventures Model. Today these are among the most sought-after guitars, known for their tone and playability. Successfully adapted their unique guitar style to countless changes in musical trends. I had the rare privilege of chatting with Don Wilson back in June about … The Walk, Don’t Run legacy … The early days of The Ventures … Their devoted Japanese fans … My infamous ‘Field of Dreams’ question …The inception of “Hawaii Five-O”… And much-much more! Here’s my interview with The Ventures legendary guitarist, co-founder, pioneer …DON WILSON. SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Ross Valory 'JOURNEY' Bass Legend Releases Debut Solo Album!
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Ross Valory 'JOURNEY' Bass Legend Releases Debut Solo Album!

FORMER JOURNEY BASSIST ROSS VALORY RELEASES DEBUT SOLO ALBUM ‘ALL OF THE ABOVE’ ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS WITH RAY SHASHO LIVE FROM SAN FRANCISCO. Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Ross Valory always had pieces of music tucked away that he had written, although songwriting contributions to Journey slipped away after the first three “experimental” albums. As an original member of the multi-platinum juggernaut of “Don’t Stop Believin’” fame, bassist Valory concentrated on shaping the rhythm section and contributing his baritone vocals to the background blend. In 1995, VALORY began sorting through his files and polishing up some of his old notes. In between Journey tour dates, he pulled together a tight-knit group of collaborators and slowly began to finish what he started. After a lifetime in music, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer etched his first solo album, All of the Above, released in April this year. The nine tracks on the album represent the full maturity of Valory’s musical gifts, cutting a broad swath through the instrumental territory the music travels. He plays keyboards, guitar, and, of course, many basses in a display of cultivated virtuosity across a palette far broader than could be found in his work with Journey. He is stepping out from behind his bass and, for the first time in his more than half-century as a professional musician, representing his vision and his compositions. Valory, who spent most of his life as a member of Journey, has no regrets. He counts his blessings at having spent an amazing career with a remarkable group of musicians who succeeded beyond their wildest dreams. Valory brings a lifetime in music to his solo excursions. All of the Above, a true labor of love, represents a culmination of his experience, at the same time as it points to the future. “Whatever came into my ears and brain came out in various ways,” he said. “I have been revisiting material that has been piling up over the years off and on and carrying it forward.” Please welcome rock and roll hall of famer… bass guitarist, singer, songwriter most recognized for playing with the legendary Journey …ROSS VALORY to Interviewing the Legends … PURCHASE THE MOST RECENT RELEASE BY ROSS VALORY Entitled ALL OF THE ABOVE Available at amazon music “ROSS VALORY’S NEW SOLO ALBUM ENTITLED ‘ALL OF THE ABOVE’ IS TRANSCENDENT AND RIVETING! EPIC MUSICAL ELEMENTS OF JAZZ FUSION/COOL JAZZ/AMBIENT/LATIN GROOVES/AND PROGRESSIVE ROCK/ PERFORMED BY THE FINEST MUSICIANS. THE ALBUM FEATURES SPECIAL GUEST ARTISTS STEVE SMITH, PRAIRIE PRINCE AND MICHAEL COTTEN, GREG ERRICO, NEAL SCHON’S SON MILES, SAX GREAT MARC RUSSO AND CO-PRODUCED BY ERIC LEVY & JACOB STOWE. ‘ALL OF THE ABOVE’ IS AN ABSOLUTE WINNER AND SHOULD BE ENJOYED BY MUSIC LOVERS OF ALL GENRES!” BY MUSIC JOURNALIST RAY SHASHO 5 STARS! FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ROSS VALORY VISIT https://www.rossvalory.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/rvalory/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rvalory/ Twitter https://www.youtube.com/@rossvalorybass YouTube https://www.instagram.com/rossvalory.official/ Instagram https://open.spotify.com/artist/73CVbGmyBU3ihyLH5BdFx1 Spotify https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/ross-valory/1724775387 Apple Music ROSS VALORY Discography Solo All of the Above (2024) With Steve Miller Band Rock Love (1971) With Journey Journey (1975) Look into the Future (1976) Next (1977) Infinity (1978) Evolution (1979) Departure (1980) Dream, After Dream (1980) Captured (1981) Escape (1981) Frontiers (1983) Trial by Fire (1996) Arrival (2001) Red 13 (2002) Generations (2005) Revelation (2008) Eclipse (2011) Escape & Frontiers Live in Japan (2017) With Todd Rundgren 2nd Wind (1991) With The Storm The Storm (1991) Eye of the Storm (1996) With The V.U. Phoenix Rising (2000) SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Aleena Gibson The Enchanting Voice of Swedish Prog Group 'KAIPA'
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Aleena Gibson The Enchanting Voice of Swedish Prog Group 'KAIPA'

Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. KAIPA was the leading Scandinavian progressive band in the 70's and recorded five albums during the years 1975 - 1982. Their albums contained mostly instrumental music, drawing its influences from classic progressive rock bands (CAMEL, YES, GENESIS...), and classical music (BACH). Taking basic inspiration from Swedish folk music they performed an elaborate symphonic aiming at the expression of emotions and feelings in an aesthetic of formal beauty and melodic perfection. Initially the project of keyboardist Hans Lundin and bassist Tomas Eriksson, the band soon grew to include drummer Ingemar Bergman and singer/guitarist Roine Stolt, the latter of whom would eventually go on to form the Flower Kings. Twenty years passed before Lundin and Stolt re-formed a new edition of Kaipa, producing their sixth album, 2002's Notes from the Past. While the group's first five albums were sung entirely in Swedish, Notes from the Past was notable for launching their English-language phase, which continued each subsequent release. Although Stolt again departed, leaving Lundin to captain the band through its next decade, which produced a prolific four LPs. Kaipa has remained a staple of the Inside Out Music label. And now in 2024 Kaipa are back! In the summer of 1964 Hans Lundin's musical career started when he became a member of his first band as organist and singer. He says that the following years were "the best education I could ever get". Nine years later in 1973 he formed the group KAIPA. Now 60 years into his career he and his current bandmates Per Nilsson, Jonas Reingold, Darby Todd, Patrik Lundström & Aleena Gibson are proud to announce the release of Kaipa's 15th studio album Sommargryningsljus (Summer Dawn Light). The dawn theme has always been close to Hans Lundin's heart in his songwriting. With the new album he closes the circle and returns to where it all began. Sommargryningsljus will be released via InsideOutMusic June 28th in 2024. The band recently released their second single from the new album called "Revelationview". PLEASE WELCOME SWEDISH SINGER/SONGWRITER FOR LEGENDARY PROGRESSIVE ROCK GROUP KAIPA ALEENA GIBSON TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE THE NEW STUDIO ALBUM BY KAIPA Entitled ‘SOMMARGRYNINGSLJUS’ Available at https://insideoutmusic.bandcamp.com/album/sommargryningsljus-24-bit-hd-audio Bandcamp and Amazon.com Sweden-borne folkloric progressive rock band KAIPA have announced their new album 'Sommargryningsljus,' their 15th album coming 49 years after the release of their debut album. Sommargryningsljus will be released via InsideOutMusic on June 28th, 2024. Now, the band are releasing the second single from the album. Listen to “Revelationview” at https://youtu.be/2q9KctscNm4?si=BSqz5jFuiJYKwVg4 Hans Lundin on the new track: "The most folk music-inspired song on the new Kaipa album "Sommargryningsljus" with both violin and whistles. Once in a lifetime, or for some, maybe several times, you encounter that magical moment when time is out of sight, and you are just amazed by what you experience. I have chosen to call this "Revelationview". This is a song about this experience." Also PURCHASE ‘URSKOG’ By KAIPA available at https://insideoutmusic.bandcamp.com/album/sommargryningsljus-24-bit-hd-audio Bandcamp And amazon.com And ALEENA GIBSON SOLO ALBUM ALEENA’S CAFÉ An incredible album! Grammy worthy! 5 stars! Available at https://open.spotify.com/album/2NsUskSyOVFjf9rUyAgEpy Spotify FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ALEENA GIBSON AND KAIPA VISIT https://kaipa.info/ official website https://www.facebook.com/Kaipa.music/?ref=embed_page Facebook https://insideoutmusic.bandcamp.com/album/sommargryningsljus-24-bit-hd-audio Bandcamp https://www.instagram.com/tv/CbhzM0Vlm2Q/ Instagram https://open.spotify.com/artist/2pD2PTwYf1XJQth2hSEmpa Spotify KAIPA Studio albums Kaipa (1975) Inget Nytt Under Solen (1976) Solo (1978) Händer (1980) Nattdjurstid (1982) Stockholm Symphonie (1993) Notes from the Past (2002) Keyholder (2003) Mindrevolutions (2005) Angling Feelings (2007) In the Wake of Evolution (2010) Vittjar (2012) Sattyg (2014) Children of the Sounds (2017) Urskog (2022) Sommargryningsljus (2024) Compilations The Decca Years 1975–1978 (2005) ALEENA GIBSON Solo Album (2005) Aleenas Café Singles (2003) Butt naked (2003) Better believe it (2004) Me & Tommy (2005) Hey now! (2005) Modern Times SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
Thijs Van Leer 'Focus' Legend Talks New Music,Tour, and The Magic of "Hocus Pocus"
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Thijs Van Leer 'Focus' Legend Talks New Music,Tour, and The Magic of "Hocus Pocus"

DUTCH ROCK LEGENDS 'FOCUS' ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM AND TOUR! THE MAGIC OF HOCUS POCUS! WE ARE NOT A PROG GROUP! With their unique brand of progressive rock, Focus manifested themselves at the start of the '70s as the most successful and appreciated of all the Dutch pop-rock exports. Fronted by founding member Thijs Van Leer, and best known for their hits "Hocus Pocus", "House of The King" and "Sylvia", as well as critically acclaimed albums 'Moving Waves', 'Focus 3' and 'Hamburger Concerto'. Focus Announces their new studio album “FOCUS 12” available July 5th, 2024. Founded by Thijs van Leer, Focus has been at the forefront of the progressive music movement since 1969, yet they continue to deliver engaging, innovative and skillfully crafted music. “FOCUS 12” exemplifies this and proves why they are still a firm fan favorite, the world over. For Thijs van Leer (75) and Pierre van der Linden (78), age is nothing more than a number. Both continue to contribute to Focus with passion. Thijs, who has written most of the new album, rises at 4.30 am every day to work on his compositions. While the album boasts some of Pierre’s greatest and most energetic drum sequences to date. “FOCUS 12” features a completely improvised piece which was captured as it spontaneously took place in the studio, during the recording process. Thus, proving that more than 50 years on, the band are still excited by undertaking something new and different. The band continues their long association with legendary artist Roger Dean whose stunning artwork graces the front cover and packaging. The vinyl version features a stunning gatefold sleeve. Focus continues to be one of the hardest working rock bands on the planet, touring the globe playing live. This July, they undertake a string of live dates across the USA and Canada, as part of Asia’s Heat Of The Moment Tour along with Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash …and Curved Air … & MC’d by artist Roger Dean. Thijs van Leer concludes, “After all these years, Focus is in the here and now; the triumph of survival!” PREORDER THE BRAND-NEW STUDIO ALBUM BY F O C U S Entitled “FOCUS 12” Available July 5, 2024 “FOCUS 12” by Focus can be pre-ordered here: https://burningshed.com/store/focus “FOCUS TWELVE BY DUTCH PROG LEGENDS FOCUS IS A CAPTIVATING AND SUBLIME MUSICAL RESCUE. EVERY BRILLIANT TRACK IS GRATIFYING AND PERFORMED TO ITS PERFECTION. THIS ALBUM VALIDATES WHY 70S ROCK BANDS WHO STILL RECORD AND TOUR HAVE ALEADY ACCOMPLISHED LEGENDARY STATUS.” 5 STARS! ….BY MUSIC JOURNALIST RAY SHASHO FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT Thijs van Leer And F O C U S Visit https://focustheband.co.uk/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/focustheband50/ Facebook https://www.instagram.com/focustheband50/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/focustheband50/ Twitter https://www.youtube.com/focus%20the%20band YouTube Heat Of The Moment 2024 Tour Dates: Headlined by Asia featuring Focus Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash and Curved Air & MC’d by artist Roger Dean. The tour will commence on July 3rd 2024 and will incorporate 21 dates across the USA and Canada. The tour has been masterminded by rock music keyboard legend & original Asia member, Geoff Downes (Buggles, Asia, Yes) Wednesday, July 3: Ridgefield Playhouse, Ridgefield, CT Thursday, July 4: Fallsview Casino, Niagara Falls, ON Saturday, July 6: Chevalier Theatre, Medford, MA Sunday, July 7: The Paramount, Huntingdon, NY Tuesday, July 9: Bergen Performing Arts Center, Englewood, NJ Wednesday, July 10: Count Basie Center, Red Bank, NJ Friday, July 12: Tropicana Showroom, Atlantic City, NJ Saturday, July 13: Wind Creek Event Center, Bethlehem, PA Sunday, July 14: American Music Theatre, Lancaster, PA Tuesday, July 16: Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium, Spartanburg, SC Wednesday, July 17: Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, TN Thursday, July 18: Columbia County Performing Arts Center, Evans, GA Saturday, July 20: Hard Rock Live, Orlando, FL Sunday, July 21: Pompano Beach Amphitheater, Pompano Beach, FL Monday, July 22: Seminole Hard Rock, Tampa, FL Wednesday, July 24: North Charleston PAC, North Charleston, SC Thursday, July 25: Macon City Auditorium, Macon, GA Friday, July 26: Saenger Theatre, Mobile, AL Sunday, July 28: VBC Mark Smith Concert Hall, Huntsville, AL Tuesday, July 30: The Arcada Theatre, St Charles, IL Wednesday, July 31: The Pabst Theater, Milwaukee, WI DISCOGRAPHY FOCUS Focus Plays Focus (1970; also known as In and Out of Focus) Focus II (1971; also known as Moving Waves) Focus 3 (1972) Hamburger Concerto (1974) Mother Focus (1975) Ship of Memories (1976) (studio compilation) Focus con Proby (1978) Focus (1985) (as Jan Akkerman & Thijs Van Leer) Focus 8 (2002) Focus 9 / New Skin (2006) Focus X (2012) Golden Oldies (2014) (studio re-recordings) Focus 8.5 / Beyond the Horizon (2016) The Focus Family Album (2017) (studio outtakes from 2012 to 2017, plus solo tracks) Focus 11 (2018) Completely Focused (2021) (studio re-recordings) Focus 12 (2024) (up-coming)
Norman Greenbaum Discovering the Origin of "Spirit In The Sky"  'Lost Interviews'
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Norman Greenbaum Discovering the Origin of "Spirit In The Sky" 'Lost Interviews'

NORMAN GREENBAUM ‘THE LOST INTERVIEWS’ with RAY SHASHO EPISODE 13 INTERVIEWED Dec 6th 2011 “When I die and they lay me to rest Gonna go to the place that’s the best When I lay me down to die Goin’up to the spirit in the sky” Norman Greenbaum is considered by many music experts to be a one-hit wonder. But when the lyrics to that hit meant so much to so many and with eternal impact… then who cares? Greenbaum’s “Spirit In The Sky” echoed an inspirational message of optimism for hope of an afterlife. The song reached #3 on the Billboard charts and sold two million singles by 1970, and during an important transitional period in music that witnessed Album-Oriented Rock formats overshadowing Top 40 singles on the airwaves. Greenbaum created one of the most recognizable guitar riffs in rock and roll history using an industrial fuzz tone. Released in 1969, “Sprit In The Sky” has stood the test of time. Greenbaum states, “Motorists actually still pull over to the side of the road when they hear the song being played on the radio.” And the song continues to be a heavily requested tune at funerals. Rolling Stone magazine ranked “Spirit In The Sky,” #341 on the list of top ‘500 Greatest Songs of All Time.’ Countless musicians have mimicked their version of the celestial composition including Elton John, DC Talk, Darrel Mansfield, The Stovall Sisters (The back-up singers on the original recording), Doctor and the Medics, Nina Hagen, and Norman’s favorite cover version, The Kentucky Headhunters. “Spirit In The Sky” has been featured in countless movies, TV series and commercials. The song has also been spotlighted on the 2008 music video game- Rock Band 2, enlightening a whole new generation of “Spirit” advocates. Norman Greenbaum began a music career as a member of Dr. West’s Medicine Show and Junk Band. Their sole hit was, “The Eggplant that Ate Chicago” (#52 on Billboard’s top 100) in 1966. Greenbaum departed the band and began a solo career under the direction of producer Erik Jacobsen (Lovin’ Spoonful, Sopwith Camel, Chris Issak). Raised of the Jewish faith, Greenbaum states that there wasn’t much resentment from the Jewish Community over his Christian-like lyrics, especially his reference to Jesus. The only true criticism came from the Christian side who were not very pleased with his lyric… “Never been a sinner I never sinned.” Greenbaum says, “I just didn’t know better at the time.” Today Norman Greenbaum is 69 years old and lives in Northern California. His 1969 metaphysical one- hit wonder continues to be adored and emulated by countless fans. Most recently Peter Frampton covered “Spirit In The Sky” on William Shatner’s latest album, Seeking Major Tom. Norman enjoys sponsoring races at the local fair. He says, “All it consists of is getting around thirty friends together, having a party, and getting your picture taken with the winning racehorse.” He’s also won a bunch of blue ribbons entering various works. Here’s my interview with Songwriter/Vocalist/Guitarist/Rock and Roll Icon/ and a very amusing and hip guy… Norman Greenbaum. (We had to reschedule the original interview date because Mr. Greenbaum was feeling a bit under the weather). PURCHASE THE BEST-SELLING BOOK BY RAY SHASHO entitled ‘THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES’ series one featuring the greatest music legends the world will ever know. CHRIS SQUIRE... DR. JOHN... GREG LAKE... HENRY MCCULLOUGH... JACK BRUCE … JOE LALA… JOHNNY WINTER... KEITH EMERSON... PAUL KANTNER... RAY THOMAS... RONNIE MONTROSE... TONY JOE WHITE... DAVID CLAYTON-THOMAS… MIKE LOVE... TOMMY ROE... BARRY HAY... CHRIS THOMPSON... JESSE COLIN YOUNG... JOHN KAY... JULIAN LENNON... MARK LINDSAY... MICKY DOLENZ… PETER RIVERA ...TOMMY JAMES… TODD RUNDGREN... DAVE MASON... EDGAR WINTER... FRANK MARINO... GREGG ROLIE... IAN ANDERSON... JIM “DANDY” MANGRUM... JON ANDERSON... LOU GRAMM... MICK BOX... RANDY BACHMAN… ROBIN TROWER... ROGER FISHER... STEVE HACKETT... ANNIE HASLAM… ‘MELANIE’ SAFKA... PETULA CLARK... SUZI QUATRO... COLIN BLUNSTONE… DAVE DAVIES... JIM McCARTY... PETE BEST Available at amazon.com and bookbaby.com
Trini Lopez: A Man and His Music 'The Lost Interviews'
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Trini Lopez: A Man and His Music 'The Lost Interviews'

TRINI LOPEZ (May 15, 1937 – August 11, 2020) ‘THE LOST INTERVIEWS’ WITH RAY SHASHO EPISODE 12 -Interviewed November 28th 2014 Trini Lopez is an international music legend best known for recording classic covers and converting them into danceable songs by adding his own special spin and flavor. Lopez not only makes those notable tunes danceable, but he usually outsells all other artists who have also covered those songs including the recordings by the original songwriters. Born in Dallas, Texas, his Father Trinidad Lopez II was a singer, dancer, actor, and musician in Mexico. Trini’s parents moved to Dallas when his dad was eighteen seeking a better life. Trini learned to play guitar from his father and played for money on street corners. He eventually began performing in clubs around the affluent parts of Dallas. Lopez even performed at a club owned by the notorious Jack Ruby. A true rock and roll visionary … Lopez uncannily wrote and recorded a song called “The Right to Rock” released on a small label called Volk Records in 1958. After hearing the single, King Records offered Trini a three-year contract. The only chart hit for Lopez on the King Records label was a Skyliners cover called “Since I Don’t Have You,” Trini’s rendition reached #10 on the Cashbox and Billboard charts. After one of Trini’s performances Lopez met with another Texan, rock and roll pioneer Buddy Holly. Holly tried to help Trini by inviting him to meet with his record producer in Clovis, New Mexico. Lopez became great friends with Buddy Holly and The Crickets. Holly was killed in a plane crash along with Richie Valens and The Big Bopper on February 3rd 1959. Several months after the crash, Lopez received a phone call to come out to Hollywood, California to become the new lead singer of The Crickets. The Crickets plans never materialized and Lopez took a job at the Ye Little Club in Beverly Hills. The one-year run led to a historic engagement at the famous PJ’S nightclub. It was at PJ’S where Lopez landed his big break. Frank Sinatra took notice of Trini’s one-man act and had Don Costaoffer him an eight-year recording contract on Sinatra’s label Reprise Records. Trini’s first two albums were recorded live at PJ’S and successfully launched an incredible music and acting career for the impending international superstar. Trini’s most recognizable Hit Singles … “If I Had a Hammer” (#3 Billboard U.S. Hit-1963 -Reached #1 in 36 countries), “I'm Coming Home Cindy” (#39 Billboard Hit-1966), “Michael, (#42 Billboard Hit-1964), “Lemon Tree” (#20 Billboard Hit-1965) “Kansas City” (#23 Billboard Hit-1963), “America,” “La Bamba”(1966) “Gonna Get Along With Out Ya’ Now” (1967), and The Bramble Bush (1967) to name just a few. (Trini’s music was also spotlighted on various soundtracks including... Apollo 13, Born on the Fourth of July and numerous others). The Gibson guitar company asked Trini Lopez to design a guitar for them in 1964. The Trini Lopez Standard, a rock and roll model based on the Gibson ES-335 semi-hollow body, and the Lopez Deluxe, a variation of a Gibson jazz guitar designed by Barney Kessel. Both were in production from 1964 until 1971 and are highly sought out collector items. Some owners of the guitar include Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters and Noel Gallagher of Oasis. Trini’s last few albums … (2008) ‘Ramblin' Man’ and (2011) ‘Into the Future’ have been critically acclaimed. ‘Into the Future’ was Trini’s 65th celebrated album of his illustrious musical career. Trini Lopez and Exhibit Records announced the release of a Special 50th Anniversary Numbered Limited Edition of ‘TRINI LOPEZ AT PJ’S The 200-gram vinyl record is beautifully presented in a sturdy old style gatefold jacket featuring the original album art work and for the first time includes the lyrics to all the tunes. The back of each album is foil-stamped with its unique number, and available to purchase at Exhibit Records. Track listing: Side One: A-me-ri-ca, If I Had a Hammer, Bye Bye Blackbird, Cielito Lindo, This Land Is Your Land, What'd I Say Side Two: La Bamba, Granada, MEDLEY: Gotta Travel On, Down by the Riverside, Marianne, When the Saints Go Marching In, Volare, Unchain My Heart. I had the rare and very pleasant opportunity to chat with Trini Lopez recently about … The 50th Anniversary of ‘Trini Lopez at PJ’S’ …Buddy Holly … King Records … The Crickets …Don Costa … Signing with Sinatra …The Dirty Dozen … And much-much more! Here’s my interview with the legendary singer, musician, songwriter, actor, and one of the most exciting and recognized entertainers worldwide …TRINI LOPEZ (May 15, 1937 – August 11, 2020)
Engelbert Humperdinck International Superstar 'The Lost Interviews'
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Engelbert Humperdinck International Superstar 'The Lost Interviews'

ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK 'THE LOST INTERVIEWS' WITH RAY SHASHO EPISODE 11 British entertainer Arnold George Dorsey (stage name Gerry Dorsey) had limited success as a singer, but in 1967 Engelbert Humperdinck became an overnight sensation and a household name worldwide. Humperdinck recorded one of the best-selling singles of all-time; a number-one hit song entitled “Release Me,” which thwarted The Beatles efforts of reaching the top of the charts with their double A-sided record, “Strawberry Fields Forever /Penny Lane.” “Release Me” held the number-one slot on the UK Pop charts for six weeks and remained on the charts for a record fifty-six consecutive weeks, selling 80,000 copies a day. Humperdinck superseded the success of “Release Me” with “There Goes My Everything” and “The Last Waltz, “sweeping the Top 40 Pop charts that same year. Engelbert’s charisma, good looks and magnificent vocals mirrored performers such as Elvis Presley and Tom Jones, and it quickly became evident that a new singing sensation had conquered and charmed the music world. Humperdinck’s sex appeal captivated a huge female fanbase which became known as the Humperdinckers, and throughout the 70’s, Humperdinck sustained the hits on the Top 40 airwaves …“Am I That Easy to Forget,” “A Man Without Love (Quando M’Innamoro),” “Les Bicyclettes de Belsize,” “The Way It Used To Be,” “I'm A Better Man (For Having Loved You),” “Winter World of Love,” “Sweetheart,” ”When There’s No You,” and “Another Time, Another Place.” Engelbert Humperdinck’s albums released throughout the 60’s and 70’s … Humperdinck relentlessly toured the world in front of adoring sold-out audiences and became a hot commodity and mainstay attraction on the Las Vegas and Atlantic City Strips. When he wasn’t on the road, he’d be in the recording studio generating the hits. His last major Pop hit on the Top 40 charts came in 1976 with the brilliant and graceful “After The Lovin’” composed by Ritchie Adams and written by Alan Bernstein. In 1979, Humperdinck spawned his fourth number-one hit on the Easy Listening charts in the U.S. with, yet another Adams/ Bernstein composition entitled “This Moment In Time.” In 1983, Engelbert released his last charted single “Til You and Your Lover Are Lovers Again.” In 1999, Humperdinck released The Dance Album which featured newly recorded dance versions of six of Engelbert's greatest hits, along with five original songs. The album landed in the Top Ten on the Billboard Dance charts. Most Recently: Engelbert Humperdinck released his highly anticipated and critically acclaimed double-CD entitled… “Engelbert Calling” which features incredible duets with some of the world’s most recognized names in music … including Elton John, Willie Nelson, Olivia Newton-John, Gene Simmons, and many-more. The album is released by OK! Good Records, and produced by Grammy Award-winner Martin Terefe, who is well-known for his work with Jason Mraz, James Morrison, KT Tunstall, and Mary J Blige. … I gave “Engelbert Calling” by Engelbert Humperdinck (5) Stars! Engelbert Humperdinck’s career spanned nearly five decades. He’s sold more than 150- million albums world-wide, including 24 certified with platinum status and 63 with gold, four Grammy nominations, a Golden Globe for “Entertainer of the Year” (1988), and earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Engelbert has solidified his name as an international Pop legend and has established himself as one of the world’s most influential artists. At 78, Humperdinck continues to tour the world and record in the studio, and like a fine wine, he just keeps getting better. Engelbert is happily married to Patricia, his wife of 50 years. The couple has 4 children and 9 grandchildren. He’s managed by his son Scott Dorsey/Dorsey Productions. I had the wonderful pleasure of chatting with one of my favorite singers about his critically acclaimed release … ‘Engelbert Calling’ …Engelbert’s follow-up releases upcoming ... The current world tour …The early days… ‘The Humperdinckers’ … Befriending ‘Elvis’ …And Much-Much More! Here’s my interview with an internationally renowned singer, songwriter, entertainer, a true gentleman and a really nice guy... SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS: ROCK STARS & CELEBS FOR THE VERY LATEST MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIRECTLY FROM THE SOURCE! ITS REAL NEWS!
T Bear Esteemed Singer,Songwriter,Keyboardist Special Event!
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T Bear Esteemed Singer,Songwriter,Keyboardist Special Event!

T BEAR AKA/RICHARD T BEAR RELEASES NEW ALBUM ‘THE WAY OF THE WORLD’ AND NEW SINGLE “A CHANGE WILL DO ME GOOD” ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS. Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. T Bear boasts a career that spans more than 40 years, one that led to a string of noted solo albums and collaborations with a dizzying list of revered artists. In 1978, he signed with RCA Records and released his debut album, Red, Hot, and Blue, produced by Jack Richardson (Bob Seger, The Guess Who). He has appeared on numerous recordings by iconic artists including Crosby, Stills and Nash's Southern Cross, The Blues Brothers Soundtrack, Richie Havens Mixed Bag II, Kiss members Gene Simmons and Peter Criss' solo ventures, as well as Toby Beau’s hit single My Angel Baby, Billy Squier’s solo debut Tale of the Tape, and projects by former Rascals members Gene Cornish and Dino Danelli. He would also pen the song Love and Pain, one of the standout tracks on Cher's blockbuster album Take Me Home. He has shared the stage with artists such as Richie Havens, Odetta, The Doobie Brothers, and Jeff Beck, to name a few. In 1983, he took a lengthy hiatus from making music to get his personal life in order before returning to action in 2017 when he began creating the songs that would eventually turn out to be his well-received comeback album entitled, Fresh Bear Tracks, which was released on Quarto Valley Records in 2021. Fast forward to the present and T Bear is excited about the new album. As he puts it, “Making The Way of the World was like getting a new pair of glasses. I see everything more clearly and in focus around me. These are songs that made me think and dream. It’s an oasis for the mind.” PLEASE WELCOME SINGER/SONGWRITER/KEYBOARDIST/COMPOSER T BEAR AKA/RICHARD T. BEAR TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS PURCHASE THE NEW RELEASE BY T BEAR Entitled THE WAY OF THE WORLD available at amazon.com and https://icons.quartovalleyrecords.com/shop/ Quarto Valley Records Video to the first single “A Change Will Do Me Good” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_wPPCJf9-A FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT T BEAR VISIT https://www.tbear.rocks/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/richardtbear88 Facebook https://www.instagram.com/richard_tbear/ Instagram https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQV7XbQdA1ynEp34gw8EMmA YouTube https://twitter.com/tbeartracks Twitter https://open.spotify.com/artist/0bstvTCExOsEEw0tMQjb07?si=qW9eAQyTSQqPekF3axHedQ&nd=1 Spotify https://rock.quartovalleyrecords.com/t-bear/ Quarto Valley Records RICHARD T BEAR DISCOGRAPHY albums Red, Hot & Blue 1978 Bear 1979 Captured Alive 1979 The Bear Truth 1984 The Runner 1986 Fresh Bear Tracks 2021 The Way of the World 2024 PURCHASE THE BEST-SELLING BOOK BY RAY SHASHO entitled ‘THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES’ series one featuring the greatest music legends the world will ever know. CHRIS SQUIRE... DR. JOHN... GREG LAKE... HENRY MCCULLOUGH... JACK BRUCE … JOE LALA… JOHNNY WINTER... KEITH EMERSON... PAUL KANTNER... RAY THOMAS... RONNIE MONTROSE... TONY JOE WHITE... DAVID CLAYTON-THOMAS… MIKE LOVE... TOMMY ROE... BARRY HAY... CHRIS THOMPSON... JESSE COLIN YOUNG... JOHN KAY... JULIAN LENNON... MARK LINDSAY... MICKY DOLENZ… PETER RIVERA ...TOMMY JAMES… TODD RUNDGREN... DAVE MASON... EDGAR WINTER... FRANK MARINO... GREGG ROLIE... IAN ANDERSON... JIM “DANDY” MANGRUM... JON ANDERSON... LOU GRAMM... MICK BOX... RANDY BACHMAN… ROBIN TROWER... ROGER FISHER... STEVE HACKETT... ANNIE HASLAM… ‘MELANIE’ SAFKA... PETULA CLARK... SUZI QUATRO... COLIN BLUNSTONE… DAVE DAVIES... JIM McCARTY... PETE BEST Available at amazon.com and bookbaby.com
Kim Wilson & The Fabulous Thunderbirds New Release w/All Star Cast!
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Kim Wilson & The Fabulous Thunderbirds New Release w/All Star Cast!

THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS CELEBRATE 50TH ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW ALBUM ‘STRUCK DOWN’ ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH FRONTMAN KIM WILSON ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS. Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. The Fabulous Thunderbirds, who will celebrate their 50th anniversary with the release of their first studio album in eight years, Struck Down, on June 28th. The album’s first single, “Payback Time,” featuring Billy Gibbons, is out now. Struck Down also features special guests Bonnie Raitt, Taj Mahal, Keb’ Mo’ and Mick Fleetwood on the album’s lone cover song, a scintillating take on Memphis Minnie’s “Nothing in Rambling.” Additional contributions on the new disc come from Elvin Bishop, Terrance Simien and Canadian blues guitar ace Steve Strongman, who co-wrote with Kim Wilson nine of the album’s 10 tracks. Formed in 1974, The Fabulous Thunderbirds is a familiar name for anyone into contemporary blues and blues rock. This is the band that created classic albums like T-Bird Rhythm and Tuff Enuff. Powered by hits like the title track and “Wrap It Up,” Tuff Enuff went platinum, selling more than one million copies. Led by founding member Kim Wilson, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been nominated for Grammy Awards six times and for Blues Music Awards more than 20 times. The Fabulous Thunderbirds continue to tour internationally, selling out venues and headlining festivals with the current line-up of Kim Wilson on vocals and harmonica, Johnny Moeller on guitar, Bob Welsh on keyboards and guitar, Rudy Albin on drums and Steve Kirsty on bass. Please welcome American blues singer and harmonica player, best known as the frontman and band leader of the Fabulous Thunderbirds KIM WILSON to Interviewing the Legends … PREORDER THE NEW ALBUM BY THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS Entitled ‘STRUCK DOWN’ The Fabulous Thunderbirds Celebrate 50th Anniversary with the Release of First Studio Album in Eight Years, Struck Down, Coming June 28th on Stony Plain Records Listen to the first single “Payback Time.” (featuring Billy Gibbons) Pre-Order/Pre-Save the Album https://stonyplainrecords.com/fabulousthunderbirds/ “The Very Best Fabulous Thunderbirds album to date! Grammy worthy! This album has it all… legendary guest artists, and every track is a great track! Several may already be considered classics.” 5 stars … By Music Journalist Ray Shasho FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT KIM WILSON AND THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS VISIT https://fabulousthunderbirds.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/fabulousthunderbirds/ Facebook https://www.instagram.com/fabuloustbirds/ Instagram https://twitter.com/ThunderFabulous Twitter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfAXkyD5vxFXypN4ZqcF-kQ/featured YouTube THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS IN CONCERT JUL 3 Healdsburg, CA Raven Performing Arts Theater 8:00 PM JUL 5 Nicasio, CA Rancho Nicasio 4:00 PM JUL 6 Napa, CA Blue Note Napa 6:30 PM JUL 6 Napa, CA Blue Note Napa 9:00 PM JUL 12 Mequon, WI Gathering on the Green 6:30 PM JUL 12 Mequon, WI Gathering on the Green 8:30 PM JUL 30 Cologne Luxor 8:00 PM JUL 29 Nuremberg Hirsch 8:00 PM Discography With The Fabulous Thunderbirds Albums The Fabulous Thunderbirds (1979) What's the Word (1980) Butt Rockin' (1981) T-Bird Rhythm (1982) Tuff Enuff (1986) Hot Number (1987) Powerful Stuff (1989) Walk That Walk, Talk That Talk (1991) Roll of the Dice (1995) High Water (1997) Painted On (2005) Thunderbirds! (2009, sold only at shows) On the Verge (2013) Strong Like That (2016) Struck Down (2024) Live albums Live from London (1985) Live [AKA Invitation Only] (2001) Solo 1993: Tigerman (Antone's) 1994: That's Life (Antone's) 1997: My Blues (Blue Collar) 2001: Smokin' Joint (M.C. Records) 2003: Looking for Trouble (M.C. Records) 2006: My Blues Sessions: Kim's Mix, Volume I (Bluebeat) 2017: Blues and Boogie, Vol. 1 (Severn) 2020: Take Me Back - The Bigtone Sessions (M.C. Records) PURCHASE THE BEST-SELLING BOOK BY RAY SHASHO entitled ‘THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES’ series one featuring the greatest music legends the world will ever know. CHRIS SQUIRE... DR. JOHN... GREG LAKE... HENRY MCCULLOUGH... JACK BRUCE … JOE LALA… JOHNNY WINTER... KEITH EMERSON... PAUL KANTNER... RAY THOMAS... RONNIE MONTROSE... TONY JOE WHITE... DAVID CLAYTON-THOMAS… MIKE LOVE... TOMMY ROE... BARRY HAY... CHRIS THOMPSON... JESSE COLIN YOUNG... JOHN KAY... JULIAN LENNON... MARK LINDSAY... MICKY DOLENZ… PETER RIVERA ...TOMMY JAMES… TODD RUNDGREN... DAVE MASON... EDGAR WINTER... FRANK MARINO... GREGG ROLIE... IAN ANDERSON... JIM “DANDY” MANGRUM... JON ANDERSON... LOU GRAMM... MICK BOX... RANDY BACHMAN… ROBIN TROWER... ROGER FISHER... STEVE HACKETT... ANNIE HASLAM… ‘MELANIE’ SAFKA... PETULA CLARK... SUZI QUATRO... COLIN BLUNSTONE… DAVE DAVIES... JIM McCARTY... PETE BEST Available at amazon.com and bookbaby.com
Burton Cummings Guess Who Legend 'The Lost Interviews' ep10
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Burton Cummings Guess Who Legend 'The Lost Interviews' ep10

BURTON CUMMINGS THE LEGENDARY VOICE OF THE GUESS WHO ON 'THE LOST INTERVIEWS' WITH RAY SHASHO EPISODE 10 Burton Cummings is the legendary voice, songwriter, and keyboardist for Canada’s own classic rock superstars The Guess Who. Although the group has had numerous personnel changes throughout the years, the most prominent members have been Burton Cummings and guitarist Randy Bachman. Cummings was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. His first band was an R&B group called The Deverons. The band released two singles on the REO Records label. In 1965, Cummings joined The Guess Who replacing Bob Ashley on keyboards and eventually Chad Allan on vocals. The Guess Who scored commercially with their first international hit “These Eyes” (#6 Billboard Hit) in 1969. The track was featured on their album Wheatfield Soul on the RCA record label. The single was written by Bachman/Cummings and was their first to reach the top ten. Randy Bachman left The Guess Who in 1970 and would eventually form Bachman- Turner Overdrive. Subsequent albums released by The Guess Who … Canned Wheat (1969), American Woman (1970), Share The Land (1970), So Long, Bennatyne (1971), Rockin’ (1972), Artificial Paradise (1973). In 1973, Burton Cummings and The Guess Who released one of the group’s most underrated albums entitled The Guess Who #10. The album was a clear diversion from the band’s roots but spotlighted brilliant lyrical content and virtuoso musicianship. The album featured Burton Cummings composition “Glamour Boy.” The track was a jab at David Bowie’s glitter rock insurgence. The album also featured the profound “Cardboard Empire” written by Bill Wallace and Kurt Winter, while hauntingly performed by Cummings. In 1974, The Guess Who collaborated on their final Top 40 single entitled “Clap For The Wolfman,” (#6 U.S. Billboard Hit) an applicable tribute to legendary radio and TV personality Wolfman Jack. Subsequent releases: The Guess Who #10 (1973), Road Food (1974), Flavours (1974), Power in the Music (1975), The Way They Were (1976). The Guess Who disbanded in 1975. In 1983, Bachman, Cummings, Jim Kale and Garry Peterson reunited as The Guess Who to play a series of Canadian gigs and recorded the Together Again live album and video. Bachman and Cummings reunited again in 1997 to perform in Winnipeg for a disaster relief fund raiser. An eclectic Guess Who reunion ensued in 2000 featuring Bachman, Cummings, McDougall, Kale, and Peterson. Bill Wallace eventually replaced Kale while the group toured regularly through 2003. A live album and DVD followed at the end of the 2000 tour. The Guess Who was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame in 2001. Cummings received an additional Star in 2011. The Guess Who performed for an estimated 450,000 people at Molson Canadian Rocks for Toronto, a benefit concert in 2003. The Guess Who continues to tour with only original members … drummer Garry Peterson and bassist Jim Kale. Burton Cummings also amassed a widely successful solo career. He landed a huge hit with “Stand Tall” (#10 U.S. #1 Hit Canada) in 1976. Burton Cummings solo albums …Burton Cummings (1976), My Own Way to Rock (1977), Dream of a Child (1978), Woman Love (1980), The Best of Burton Cummings (1980), Sweet Sweet (1981), Heart (1984), Plus Signs (1990), The Burton Cummings Collection (1994), Up Close and Alone (1996), Above the Ground (2008). In 2002, The Burton Cummings Theatre for the Performing Arts in Winnipeg, Manitoba was renamed to dedicate the singer and songwriter. In 2008, Cummings released the highly- acclaimed CD Above The Ground. All the tracks on the release are written by Cummings. The album also features his touring band The Carpet Frogs. In 2009, Cummings received the Order of Canada, one of the country’s highest civilian honors. In 2012, Burton Cummings Massey Hall was released –an incredible live CD recorded in Toronto. Most recently … Burton Cummings is on a summer tour. He’ll be releasing a book of poetry soon entitled, ‘The Writings of B. L. Cummings,’ and a video series called RUFF. I had the rare opportunity to chat with Burton Cummings recently about the summer tour, the true origin of “American Woman,” The life and times of The Guess Who, Canada, Wolfman Jack and so much more!
Dan McCafferty The Voice of Nazareth 'The Lost Interviews' ep9
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Dan McCafferty The Voice of Nazareth 'The Lost Interviews' ep9

DAN McCAFFERTY October 14 1946 – November 8 2022 THE VOICE OF NAZARETH 'THE LOST INTERVIEWS WITH RAY SHASHO EPISODE 9 LIVE FROM EDINBURGH SCOTLAND Scottish Rocker Dan McCafferty has been the quintessential and charismatic frontman for hard rock veterans Nazareth since the band’s inception in 1968. McCafferty has fired up live audiences across the globe for 45 years with a heavy dose of undisputed hardcore crooning power. Most recently McCafferty has retired from touring with Nazareth due to a lung disease that makes breathing extremely difficult called COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Dan McCafferty will pass the microphone over to Nazareth’s new frontman, 41-year-old Linton Osborne of Rosyth, Scotland. McCafferty will cease touring but will not cease recording in the studio. In fact, McCafferty and Nazareth have recently released a mammoth new hard rock gem entitled ‘Rock ‘N’ Roll Telephone.’ The album features Dan McCafferty on lead vocals, Pete Agnew on bass, Jimmy Murrison on guitars, and Lee Agnew on drums. It’s the band’s 23rd studio album and their first since 2011.The CD features 11 original heavy rockers and bluesy ballads. The deluxe digipack edition will include a second disc with two additional studio recordings and five live tracks and will also be available in a double LP gatefold vinyl version. Invigorating and commanding hardcore rock ‘n’ roll are back, just the way we remembered it ...It's the rock we all listened to and partied with in high school …I gave ‘Rock ‘N’ Roll Telephone’ by Nazareth (5) Stars. NAZARETH: Over the years …critics and music aficionados alike have correlated Dan McCafferty’s vocal styles with such artists as AC/DC’s Brian Johnson, Slade’s Noddy Holder, and Humble Pie’s Steve Marriott. The band supported Deep Purple on tour during several occasions which led to Purple’s bassist Roger Glover producing their third studio album entitled Razamanaz (1973). Subsequent Glover produced albums included … Loud ‘N’ Proud (1973) and Rampant (1974). In 1975, while looking for a new direction, Nazareth appointed lead guitarist Many Charlton as their new producer. The band’s new order resulted in their biggest selling album to date entitled …Hair of the Dog. The album spawned the self-titled hard rock classic “Hair of the Dog” and their popular Top 40 hit “Love Hurts” (1975 #8 U.S. Billboard Hot 100) a cover track penned by Boudleaux Bryant and first recorded by The Everly Brothers (1960) and Roy Orbison (1961). Nazareth has maintained modest popularity in the U.S. while enjoying significant acceptance in Europe. Across the globe, Nazareth remains a consistent concert-pleaser. Former band members that have contributed to the success of Nazareth were … original drummer Darrell Sweet (1968- 1999, Sweet died in 1999), original lead guitarist Manny Charlton (1968-1990), Zal Cleminson on guitars (1978-1980), Billy Rankin on guitars (1980-83,1990-94), John Locke on keyboards (1980-82, Locke died in 2006), and Ronnie Leahy on keyboards (1994-2002). I had the great pleasure of chatting with legendary Nazareth frontman Dan McCafferty recently about the band’s brilliant new CD entitled… ‘Rock ‘N’ Roll Telephone’ … The inception of Nazareth … ‘Hair of the Dog’ album … COPD … and of course my infamous ‘Field of Dreams’ question. Here’s my interview with the quintessential voice of rock, songwriter, and legendary frontman of 45 years with Nazareth …DAN McCAFFERTY. PURCHASE THE BEST-SELLING BOOK BY RAY SHASHO entitled ‘THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES’ series one featuring the greatest music legends the world will ever know. CHRIS SQUIRE... DR. JOHN... GREG LAKE... HENRY MCCULLOUGH... JACK BRUCE … JOE LALA… JOHNNY WINTER... KEITH EMERSON... PAUL KANTNER... RAY THOMAS... RONNIE MONTROSE... TONY JOE WHITE... DAVID CLAYTON-THOMAS… MIKE LOVE... TOMMY ROE... BARRY HAY... CHRIS THOMPSON... JESSE COLIN YOUNG... JOHN KAY... JULIAN LENNON... MARK LINDSAY... MICKY DOLENZ… PETER RIVERA ...TOMMY JAMES… TODD RUNDGREN... DAVE MASON... EDGAR WINTER... FRANK MARINO... GREGG ROLIE... IAN ANDERSON... JIM “DANDY” MANGRUM... JON ANDERSON... LOU GRAMM... MICK BOX... RANDY BACHMAN… ROBIN TROWER... ROGER FISHER... STEVE HACKETT... ANNIE HASLAM… ‘MELANIE’ SAFKA... PETULA CLARK... SUZI QUATRO... COLIN BLUNSTONE… DAVE DAVIES... JIM McCARTY... PETE BEST Available at amazon.com and bookbaby.com
Dave Edmunds Rockabilly Legend  'The Lost Interviews' episode 8
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Dave Edmunds Rockabilly Legend 'The Lost Interviews' episode 8

DAVE EDMUNDS 'THE LOST INTERVIEWS WITH RAY SHASHO' EPISODE 8 Guitar hero DAVE EDMUNDS has never followed music trends, and throughout what Edmunds jokingly remarks as a “semi-retired” music career, has probably been more devout and grateful to the original rock and roll format than any other musician. Edmunds recently released his new album entitled ‘Rags & Classics’ via the MVD Entertainment Group. It’s an all-instrumental masterpiece that displays Edmunds’ proficient guitar work along with his brilliant multi-instrumental and production skills. Recorded in his home studio, most of the cover tracks on the new album have never been performed as an instrumental and are extremely difficult to implement as a one-man band. I really enjoyed ‘Rags & Classics,’ Edmunds did a remarkable job handpicking singles that are classics but rarely relished. Some of the more notable tracks are the Brian Wilson &Tony Asher “God Only Knows,” and the Elton John &Bernie Taupin ballad “Your Song,” Both tracks are remarkable instrumental renditions while acquainting the listener to a fresh prospective to an ageless classic. ‘Rags & Classics’ delivers an eclectic mix of captivating musical gratification … you’ll be delightfully swayed by Edmunds’ intricate instrumental renderings of Mason Williams’ “Classical Gas,” Procol Harum’s “A Whiter Shade of Pale,” tracks from Dave’s guitar heroes … Chet Atkins “Black Mountain Rag,” and Merle Travis “Cannonball Rag,” and a surprisingly but phenomenal finale to an exceptional album, Mozart’s Symphony No.40 in G Minor, Molto Allegro. Everyone will truly enjoy ‘Rags & Classics’ by guitar legend Dave Edmunds. ... (5) Stars! DAVE EDMUNDS, Welsh guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer has collaborated with some of the greatest musicians the world will ever know, including longtime pal George Harrison. Edmunds is a 1950’s rock and roll purist and remains a loyalist to this day. After his stint with the blues/rock band Love Sculpture, Edmunds scored big with his cover hit “I Hear You Knocking” (1970), a song written by Dave Bartholomew & Earl King and first recorded by Smiley Lewis in 1955. Edmunds’ rendition added authentic rock and roll dynamism and landed at #1 at Christmas on the UK charts and #4 on Billboard’s Hot 100 in the U.S. It sold over three-million copies, was awarded a gold disc, and became a rock and roll standard worldwide. In 1976, Edmunds began collaborating with British musician/singer/songwriter/producer Nick Lowe (Brinsley Schwarz) on several albums. Lowe and Edmunds were signed to different record labels and couldn’t record together as ‘Rockpile’ until 1980 when they released Seconds of Pleasure, their only album to feature the ‘Rockpile’ band name. Drummer Terry Williams and guitarist Billy Bremner were also in the group. Critics and music enthusiasts adored Rockpile. Edmunds describes Rockpile’s short and sweet musical career as a party band for four years which they never took seriously. Rockpile was also hailed as a band that laid the groundwork for ‘new wave.’ Between 1976 and 1981, Dave Edmunds released four albums on Led Zeppelin’s Swan Song Records. After Edmunds and Lowe went their separate ways, Edmunds collaborated and produced albums for an assortment of friends and musicians including … Paul McCartney, King Kurt, Stray Cats, Fabulous Thunderbirds, Status Quo, the Everly Brothers, Johnny Cash, and the Flamin’ Groovies. Edmunds also collaborated with singer, songwriter, composer, arranger, multi-instrumentalist and record producer Jeff Lynne of the Electric Light Orchestra. Edmunds released a song written by Lynne entitled “Slipping Away” which became a Top 40 hit in 1983. In 1985, Edmunds arranged and became the musical director of Blue Suede Shoes: A Rockabilly Session, a televised concert held in London, England, featuring … Edmunds, Carl Perkins George Harrison, Ringo Starr and Eric Clapton. It was the first public performance by George Harrison in more than ten years. Dave Edmunds was selected to play in Ringo Starr’s All-Starr Band for tours in 1992 and 2000. I had the rare pleasure of chatting with David Edmunds recently about his new all- instrumental cover album ‘Rags & Classics,’ the inception of “I Hear You Knocking,” Rockpile, Nick Lowe, Carl Perkins, George Harrison, my infamous ‘Field of Dreams’ question and much-much more! I’d like to dedicate this ‘Lost Interview’ to my good friend, fellow broadcaster, and music enthusiast Tom Cobb. Enjoy the legendary music in heaven and rest in peace brother!
Roger Hodgson  Supertramp Legend 'The Lost Interviews'
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Roger Hodgson Supertramp Legend 'The Lost Interviews'

'THE LOST INTERVIEWS EPISODE 7' ROGER HODGSON THE VOICE OF SUPERTRAMP Roger Hodgson’s inspirational lyrics, enchanting vocals and virtuoso musicianship continue to astound audiences worldwide. Hodgson’s distinctive voice and profound musical arrangements have spawned numerous 'Top 40 Hits' for classic rock music legends Supertramp. Some of Roger’s most distinguished classics include, “Give a Little Bit,” “The Logical Song,” “Take the Long Way Home,” “Breakfast in America,” “Dreamer,” “School,” “It’s Raining Again,” and “Fool’s Overture.” After performing to jubilant sold-out audiences worldwide, 'Supertramp’s Roger Hodgson' returns to the stage in 2013 on a new global excursion. Roger will be making a rare appearance at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, Florida on Friday, March 22nd and for the first time in the U.S.; Hodgson will be performing with a Rock Symphony Orchestra. After the release of their third studio album, Crime of the Century in 1974, Supertramp quickly captured the attention of music critics and aficionados across the globe. Crime of the Century was a superlative release. The creative writing collaboration of Hodgson and Davies, although contrasting, began a highly successful commercial period for a group comprised of highly esteemed musicians. Roger Hodgson penned; “Dreamer” became Supertramp’s first big hit. The album also featured two beautifully composed arrangements by Hodgson entitled ... “Hide in Your Shell” and “If Everyone Was Listening.” Supertramp became a sought-out concert attraction because of their awe-inspiring musical abilities and riveting onstage presence. Their shows often spotlighted a movie projection that displayed the Crime of the Century album cover, an image of two hands clutching jail cell bars while floating in space. The projection synchronized hypnotically with the music above the stage. Subsequent albums … Crisis? What Crisis? (1975) and Even in the Quietest Moments (1977) which produced “Give a Little Bit” (#15 on Billboard’s Pop Singles chart). In 1979, Supertramp released what would become their highest selling album, Breakfast in America. The album spawned four U.S. Billboard Hit singles… “The Logical Song” (#6 Hit), “Take the Long Way Home” (#10 Hit), “Goodbye Stranger” (#15 Hit) and “Breakfast in America” (#62 Hit). The album remained on top of the charts worldwide and eventually sold over 20-million copies, becoming one of the biggest selling albums of all-time. Supertramp made an amazingly smooth transition from a progressive rock scheme over album-oriented rock airwaves to mainstream Top 40 radio, and without compromising or sacrificing musical integrity. The bands next album, ironically entitled …Famous Last Words (1982) would be the last featuring vocalist/lyricist/keyboardist and guitarist Roger Hodgson. The album reached #5 on Billboard’s Pop Album Charts and was certified Gold. To date ... Supertramp has sold over 60- million albums. Roger Hodgson officially left Supertramp in 1983 to pursue a solo career. In 1987, after his second solo album was released, Hodgson fell and shattered both of his wrists. Doctors said he would never play music again, but his strong faith, positive thinking, self-healing efforts, and physical therapy would prove the medical profession wrong. Within a year and a half, Roger was playing his music once again. Roger Hodgson released three solo albums since leaving Supertramp … In the Eye of the Storm (1984), Hai Hai (1987) and Open the Door (2000). He also released a live album entitled, Rites of Passage (1996). In 2001, Roger was invited to play with Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band. The band’s lineup also featured Ian Hunter (Mott the Hoople), Greg Lake (Emerson, Lake, and Palmer), Sheila E., Howard Jones and Mark Rivera. In 2006, Hodgson released his first ever DVD entitled, Take the Long Way Home –Live in Montreal. The solo release achieved platinum status in just seven weeks. The following year, Roger accepted an invitation by Princes William and Harry to perform at the ‘Concert for Diana’ in front of an audience of 65,000 people at Wembley Stadium. “Give a Little Bit,” “Dreamer,” “Breakfast in America” and “It’s Raining Again” were among Diana’s favorite songs. The concert was broadcast in 140 countries around the world. Roger Hodgson’s most recent release, “Classics Live” is an incredible collection of his live performances recorded from his '2010 world tour.' There are also 60 unreleased songs that Roger plans to record when the time is right. I had a wonderful opportunity to chat with Roger Hodgson recently before the launch of his worldwide tour. Roger’s music continues to inspire and offer hope for people everywhere. His spirituality and positive vibrations were felt throughout our entire conversation. Roger is a true delight.
Al Kooper 'The Man,The Myth,The Legend' The Lost Interviews'
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Al Kooper 'The Man,The Myth,The Legend' The Lost Interviews'

AL KOOPER 'THE LOST INTERVIEWS' EPISODE 6 Al Kooper (born Alan Peter Kuperschmidt) is a retired American songwriter, record producer, and musician. He is known for joining and naming Blood, Sweat & Tears, although he did not stay with the group long enough to share its popularity1. Throughout much of the 1960s and 1970s, he was a prolific studio musician, playing organ on the Bob Dylan song “Like a Rolling Stone” and lead guitar on Rita Coolidge’s “The Lady’s Not for Sale.” Kooper also produced one-off collaboration albums, such as the Super Session album where he worked separately with guitarists Mike Bloomfield and Stephen Stills. In the 1970s, he was a successful manager and producer, recording Lynyrd Skynyrd’s first three albums. He has had a successful solo career, writing music for film soundtracks, and has lectured in musical composition. Al Kooper was selected for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 20231. Kooper’s early life began in Brooklyn, New York City, where he was born into a Jewish family. He grew up in Hollis Hills, Queens, New York1. His musical journey started as a 14-year-old guitarist in the Royal Teens, best known for their 1958 novelty song “Short Shorts.” Later, he teamed up with songwriters Bob Brass and Irwin Levine to write and record demos for Sea-Lark Music Publishing, resulting in hits like “This Diamond Ring” and “I Must Be Seeing Things.” His association with Bob Dylan led to performances playing the Hammond organ on “Like a Rolling Stone” and collaborations with guitarist Mike Bloomfield. Kooper also joined the Blues Project as their keyboardist in 1965. Although he left the band before their gig at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967, he played a solo set during the event. Kooper discovered Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1972 after watching several of their appearances at a frequented club in Atlanta. Al moved to Atlanta and signed the band to his new record label ‘Sounds of the South.’ (He would eventually sell the label to MCA Records). Al Kooper produced and performed on Lynyrd Skynyrd’s first (3) albums… (‘Pronounced ‘Lĕh-‘nérd ‘Skin-‘nérd, Second Helping, and Nuthin’Fancy). Also, on the singles “Sweet Home Alabama,” “Free Bird,” and “Saturday Night Special.” Al Kooper produced The Tubes, David Essex, Nils Lofgren, Rick Nelson, Ray Charles, The Staple Singers, Bob Dylan, and Lynyrd Skynyrd … to name just a few. He also played and arranged three tracks on George Harrison’s ‘Somewhere in England’ album and performed with the remaining Beatles … George Harrison, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr, on Harrison’s Hit single “All Those Years Ago” (U.S. #2 Billboard Hot 100 Hit in 1981). Kooper has also written and composed on countless albums and scores for television and motion pictures. Al Kooper’s musical contributions have left a lasting impact, and his diverse career spans multiple genres and roles in the music industry. Whether playing keyboards, producing albums, or composing music, Kooper’s legacy continues to resonate with music enthusiasts worldwide. For more information, you can visit Al Kooper’s official website: Al Kooper Official Website. https://alkooper.com/ Official website PURCHASE THE BEST-SELLING BOOK BY RAY SHASHO entitled ‘THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES’ series one featuring the greatest music legends the world will ever know. CHRIS SQUIRE... DR. JOHN... GREG LAKE... HENRY MCCULLOUGH... JACK BRUCE … JOE LALA… JOHNNY WINTER... KEITH EMERSON... PAUL KANTNER... RAY THOMAS... RONNIE MONTROSE... TONY JOE WHITE... DAVID CLAYTON-THOMAS… MIKE LOVE... TOMMY ROE... BARRY HAY... CHRIS THOMPSON... JESSE COLIN YOUNG... JOHN KAY... JULIAN LENNON... MARK LINDSAY... MICKY DOLENZ… PETER RIVERA ...TOMMY JAMES… TODD RUNDGREN... DAVE MASON... EDGAR WINTER... FRANK MARINO... GREGG ROLIE... IAN ANDERSON... JIM “DANDY” MANGRUM... JON ANDERSON... LOU GRAMM... MICK BOX... RANDY BACHMAN… ROBIN TROWER... ROGER FISHER... STEVE HACKETT... ANNIE HASLAM… ‘MELANIE’ SAFKA... PETULA CLARK... SUZI QUATRO... COLIN BLUNSTONE… DAVE DAVIES... JIM McCARTY... PETE BEST Available at amazon.com and bookbaby.com
Michael Pinder Moody Blues Legend 'The Lost Interviews' ep 5
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Michael Pinder Moody Blues Legend 'The Lost Interviews' ep 5

MICHAEL PINDER THE MOODY BLUES LEGEND MASTER OF THE MELLOTRON 'THE LOST INTERVIEWS' EPISODE 5 Michael Thomas Pinder (27 December 1941 – 24 April 2024) was an English rock musician and a founding member of the rock group The Moody Blues. His contributions to rock music were significant, particularly in the development and emergence of the Mellotron during the 1960s. Michael Pinder was affectionately labeled “Micky the Moonboy” as a youth for his preoccupation of the moon, stars, music and electronics. But who could have predicted that a silly nickname perhaps more suited for a sci-fi cartoon superhero would forecast his destiny. Pinder’s fascination with the cosmos and a life-changing realization that we are not alone in the universe became the basis for composing intricate and surreal musical masterpieces. Here are some key points about his life and career: Early Years: Pinder was born in Erdington, Birmingham, on December 27, 1941. His father was a coach driver, and his mother worked as a barmaid. As a child, he had a fascination with rocket ships and outer space, earning him the nickname “Mickey the Moon Boy.” Before joining The Moody Blues, he played in several bands in Birmingham, including El Riot and the Rebels, who supported The Beatles in 19631. The Moody Blues: In May 1964, Pinder co-founded The Moody Blues with Ray Thomas, Denny Laine, Clint Warwick, and Graeme Edge. Their breakthrough came with the single “Go Now,” which became a UK No. 1 and a US Top 10 hit in 1965. Pinder’s technological contributions were notable, especially in popularizing the Mellotron, an early keyboard instrument that produced orchestral sounds. The band released their first album, The Magnificent Moodies, in July 1965. Solo Career and Departure: Pinder remained with The Moody Blues until the recording of their ninth album, Octave, in 1978. After Octave, he left the group and pursued a solo career. His solo discography includes albums like The Promise and Among the Stars. Legacy and Recognition: In 2018, Pinder was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Moody Blues. He was the last surviving member of the group’s original lineup at the time of his passing in 20241. Fun Fact: Pinder’s affinity for outer space and rocket ships inspired recurring themes in his songwriting throughout his career. PURCHASE THE BEST-SELLING BOOK BY RAY SHASHO entitled ‘THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES’ series one featuring the greatest music legends the world will ever know. CHRIS SQUIRE... DR. JOHN... GREG LAKE... HENRY MCCULLOUGH... JACK BRUCE … JOE LALA… JOHNNY WINTER... KEITH EMERSON... PAUL KANTNER... RAY THOMAS... RONNIE MONTROSE... TONY JOE WHITE... DAVID CLAYTON-THOMAS… MIKE LOVE... TOMMY ROE... BARRY HAY... CHRIS THOMPSON... JESSE COLIN YOUNG... JOHN KAY... JULIAN LENNON... MARK LINDSAY... MICKY DOLENZ… PETER RIVERA ...TOMMY JAMES… TODD RUNDGREN... DAVE MASON... EDGAR WINTER... FRANK MARINO... GREGG ROLIE... IAN ANDERSON... JIM “DANDY” MANGRUM... JON ANDERSON... LOU GRAMM... MICK BOX... RANDY BACHMAN… ROBIN TROWER... ROGER FISHER... STEVE HACKETT... ANNIE HASLAM… ‘MELANIE’ SAFKA... PETULA CLARK... SUZI QUATRO... COLIN BLUNSTONE… DAVE DAVIES... JIM McCARTY... PETE BEST Available at amazon.com and bookbaby.com

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The Fix Is In: The Showbiz Manipulations of the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and NASCAR by Brian Tuohy

The Fix Is In: The Showbiz Manipulations of the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and NASCAR by Brian Tuohy

Professional sports in America: it's all about fair play and the goal of winning championships.

Body of Work by Albert Hammond

Body of Work by Albert Hammond

Albert Hammond is one of the most prolific, versatile songwriters and performers of his or any generation.

Interference by Dan E.Moldea

Interference by Dan E.Moldea

A shocking exposé of widespread corruption and mob influence throughout the National Football League—on the field, in the owners’ boxes, and in the corporate suites.

BYRON JANIS The Mercury Masters

BYRON JANIS The Mercury Masters

9 CD/Blu-ray Audio Box Set, 9 CD

Gary Cooper Off Camera:  A Daughter Remembers by Maria Cooper Janis

Gary Cooper Off Camera: A Daughter Remembers by Maria Cooper Janis

Gary Cooper (1901-1961) is an American icon-an actor whose handsome features and unstudied poise made him one of the great stars of Hollywood’s Golden Era. Now, his only child gives us an extraordinary memoir - a book that reveals the Gary Cooper only she knew.

NEW SENSATION by Cassidy Paris

NEW SENSATION by Cassidy Paris

NEW SENSATION IS AN INTOXICATING DUBUT ALBUM FROM AUSSIE ROCKER CHICK CASSIDY PARIS. CASSIDY’S INCREDIBLE VOICE IS BACKED BY A PROFESSED MUSICAL LINEUP WHILE PRODUCING A SOUND REMINICENT TO THE DAYS OF BENATAR AND JETT.

Only Love by Happy the Man

Only Love by Happy the Man

AMERICAN PROG LEGENDS ‘HAPPY THE MAN’ RETURN WITH NEW SINGLE “ONLY LOVE” FROM FORTHCOMING NEW ALBUM:

Julian Shah-Tayler ‘E L Y S I U M’

Julian Shah-Tayler ‘E L Y S I U M’

WHO SAYS THERE CAN ONLY BE ONE DAVID BOWIE… THE SHEER BRILLIANCE OF JULIAN SHAH-TAYLER IS INDISPUTABLE THROUGHOUT HIS MAGNIFICENT MASTERPIECE ALBUM ‘ELYSIUM’ IF BOWIE HAD RELEASED A FOLLOW-UP TO ‘BLACKSTAR’ IT MAY HAVE SOUNDED MUCH LIKE ‘ELYSIUM’ 5 STARS! By music journalist Ray Shasho

ADVENT HORIZON 'A CELL TO CALL HOME’

ADVENT HORIZON 'A CELL TO CALL HOME’

“ADVENT HORIZON IS A SUPREMELY PROFICIENT GROUP. THEIR LATEST RELEASE ‘A CELL TO CALL HOME’ IS A CONCEPT ALBUM TO BE TREASURED INDEFINITELY! THE FUTURE OF PROG ROCK PREEMINENCE IS NOW… BECAUSE THESE GUYS ARE GREAT!” 5 stars! By Music Journalist Ray Shasho

MAKE BELIEVE FRIENDS

MAKE BELIEVE FRIENDS

L.A. Alt-Rock Band Make Believe Friends Releases New Single “INTENTIONS” Along with Their New Album “MAKE BELIEVE FRIENDS”

ANOTHER WORLD BY SOUTHERN EMPIRE

ANOTHER WORLD BY SOUTHERN EMPIRE

They're back with a new singer and killer new album. 'Another World', Southern Empire's highly anticipated new work firmly established them as one of the best prog rock (with the emphasis on rock) bands around at the moment.

Seven Chambers by UTOPIA

Seven Chambers by UTOPIA

Drummer Chester Thompson and bassist Alphonso Johnson contributed their legendary talents as the new powerhouse rhythm section for Unitopia’s latest album ‘Seven Chambers.’

THE NEW ALBUM BY  CALIGULA’S HORSE  entitled CHARCOAL GRACE

THE NEW ALBUM BY CALIGULA’S HORSE entitled CHARCOAL GRACE

The brand-new release by Caligula’s Horse is entitled Charcoal Grace and is borne of the static hopelessness that the pandemic forced upon the band and, indeed, much of the world, these past few years.

‘HELL, FIRE AND DAMNATION’ by SAXON

‘HELL, FIRE AND DAMNATION’ by SAXON

Saxon proudly release their latest album Hell, Fire And Damnation on January 19th 2024, internationally-renowned actor Brian Blessed OBE delivers a proclamation for opening track.

‘THE AUTHOR AND THE DREAMER’ BY ZEELLEY MOON

‘THE AUTHOR AND THE DREAMER’ BY ZEELLEY MOON

. The band has just released the band's second album entitled 'The Author And The Dreamer' six years after his debut and it has been well worth the wait.

Sonic Mojo by Foghat

Sonic Mojo by Foghat

Sonic Mojo is Foghat’s highly anticipated and long-awaited 17th studio album—their first in seven years

David Cross Band Ice Blue, Silver Sky

David Cross Band Ice Blue, Silver Sky

David Cross said of the album "There is a narrative to this album which emerges from a patchwork of natural soundbites, lyrics and scripted text. The music is the tale."

THE LATEST RELEASE  FROM SWEDISH PROGGERS MOON SAFARI entitled HIMLABACKEN VOL.2

THE LATEST RELEASE FROM SWEDISH PROGGERS MOON SAFARI entitled HIMLABACKEN VOL.2

After a near decade-long recording process, Swedish progressive rockers, Moon Safari are set to make a comeback this winter with their 5th studio album Himlabacken Vol. 2.

PURCHASE THE LATEST ALBUM BY Tom Paxton and John McCutcheon entitled ‘Together’

PURCHASE THE LATEST ALBUM BY Tom Paxton and John McCutcheon entitled ‘Together’

The long-awaited collaboration between two of folk music's most beloved and prolific songwriters. The COVID pandemic finally brought these two old friends together via weekly Zoom cowriting sessions.

PURCHASE CONSTELLATION BY  KELLY  DECO PRODUCED BY VAL GARAY

PURCHASE CONSTELLATION BY KELLY DECO PRODUCED BY VAL GARAY

If you are looking for Retro-futuristic, rock, love, and fantasy. Songs with a mix of old 70s rock and futuristic spins on Bowie, Meatloaf, Anthony Newley, and an eclectic mix, Constellation is the album for you.

'BLUES DELUXE VOL. 2'  by JOE BONAMASSA

'BLUES DELUXE VOL. 2' by JOE BONAMASSA

Twenty years since the release of his best-selling album Blues Deluxe, which celebrated "the year of the blues" with unforgettable reinterpretations of classic tracks, Joe Bonamassa is taking stock of how far he and the genre have come with Blues Deluxe, Vol. 2.

It's Decided by Andy Kim

It's Decided by Andy Kim

The pairing of pop-rock singer-songwriter Andy Kim and Broken Social Scene's Kevin Drew. It's Decided resurrects material from both writers' pasts in addition to new songs.

PATTERN-SEEKING ANIMALS Spooky Action at a Distance

PATTERN-SEEKING ANIMALS Spooky Action at a Distance

Spooky Action at a Distance finds Pattern-Seeking Animals more confident than ever, approaching new soundscapes and topics, showcasing their evolution, and commitment to pushing their own creative boundaries.

CYAN  Pictures from the Other Side

CYAN Pictures from the Other Side

Pictures From The Other Side. The second album from the resurrected project is due out on the 17th of November 2023.

PRS and EIGHTLOCK Band

PRS and EIGHTLOCK Band

Paul Reed Smith is an internationally known guitar maker, musician and guitar player. Those facts are brilliantly evidenced on the debut album from his Eightlock band, Lions Roaring in Quicksand.

Juan Carlos Quintero-Desserts

Juan Carlos Quintero-Desserts

Quintero’s new album expands the music menu producing tasty treats while skillfully blending authentic grooves – originating from South American & Caribbean.

DAVE KERZNER HEART LAND MINES VOLUME 1

DAVE KERZNER HEART LAND MINES VOLUME 1

Heart Land Mines is based on true stories gathered when Dave drove back and forth across the country between LA, NY and Miami trying to decide where to live.

‘HEAVENLY CREAM AN ACOUSTIC TRIBUTE TO CREAM’ FEATURING ALL-STAR CAST OF MUSICIANS:

‘HEAVENLY CREAM AN ACOUSTIC TRIBUTE TO CREAM’ FEATURING ALL-STAR CAST OF MUSICIANS:

Joe Bonamassa, Deborah Bonham, Malcolm Bruce, Peter Bullick, Nathan James, Bernie Marsden, Maggie Bell, Rob Cass, Clem Clempson, Paul Rodgers and Bobby Rush.

“DIO: Dreamers Never Die” On DVD, Blu-Ray+4K  and merchandise bundles

“DIO: Dreamers Never Die” On DVD, Blu-Ray+4K and merchandise bundles

The acclaimed film, which world premiered at the 2022 SXSW Film Festival in Austin, Texas, enjoyed a special event theatrical release in more than 600 cinemas worldwide last fall and is streaming on SHOWTIME, was released worldwide by Mercury Studios on September 29, 2023 on DVD and Blu-Ray+4K and as a special Deluxe Edition featuring the DVD and Blu-Ray packaged with exclusive merchandise.

Brothers and Sisters: The Allman Brothers Band and the Album That Defined the 70s

Brothers and Sisters: The Allman Brothers Band and the Album That Defined the 70s

Regarded as one of “rock’s finest narrative historian" Alan is a unique example of an individual who is both performing the music of the Allman Brothers and the foremost historian of the band.

Devin Townsend - "Infinity  (25th Anniversary Release)"  InsideOut Music

Devin Townsend - "Infinity (25th Anniversary Release)" InsideOut Music

5 years since Devin released the first solo album under his own name dubbed: "Infinity". That calls for a celebratory release so we proudly present the "Infinity 25th Anniversary Edition"!

DIRT ON MY DIAMONDS VOL.1 BY KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD

DIRT ON MY DIAMONDS VOL.1 BY KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD

Provogue Records is proud to announce the brand-new studio album from Kenny Wayne Shepherd entitled, 'Dirt On My Diamonds Vol 1' - available everywhere November 17th, 2023.

PURCHASE THE MOST RECENT RELEASE NAKED By  Franck Carducci & Mary Reynaud And featuring Laura Cox

PURCHASE THE MOST RECENT RELEASE NAKED By Franck Carducci & Mary Reynaud And featuring Laura Cox

Exquisite …Alluring…Divine…Incredible… Magnificent! I really don’t think music can sound much better than this! BETTER THAN GRAMMY WORTHY! 5 stars! …. Ray Shasho music journalist

THEN AND NOW/ BY FELIX CAVALIERE

THEN AND NOW/ BY FELIX CAVALIERE

“THEN AND NOW” FELIX CAVALIERE ANNOUNCES FIRST SOLO ALBUM SINCE 1993

Danny O' Keefe

Danny O' Keefe

DANNY O’ KEEFE “GOODTIME CHARLIE’S GOT THE BLUES” LEGEND RELEASES NEW TWO-DISC SET ENTITLED ‘CIRCULAR TURNS’

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CD-SBR-7047 Danny O'Keefe Cover 1500px

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THE UNCROWNED KING ACT 2 BY EVERSHIP

THE UNCROWNED KING ACT 2 BY EVERSHIP

The Uncrowned King – Act 2 (TUK2) concludes the epic adaptation of Harold Bell Wright’s 1910 allegory of Life and Truth. The album exudes Evership’s immersive neo-prog style with a focus on songwriting and storytelling, but with no shortage of satisfying instrumental performances.

NORTH STAR by PENDRAGON

NORTH STAR by PENDRAGON

5 STARS! Brilliant EP left me wanting a lot more! Awesome sound and engineering!

Celestial Songs by Downes Braide Association

Celestial Songs by Downes Braide Association

Celestial Songs is the fifth DBA studio collaboration for Geoff Downes (keyboards) and multi award-winning songwriter Chris Braide (vocals). The album will be released in 3 formats: CD, 2LP and Box Set.

IMAGINATION  by PETER LEWIS

IMAGINATION by PETER LEWIS

PETER LEWIS, FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE LEGENDARY MOBY GRAPE, RELEASES NEW ALBUM IMAGINATION

'STILL THERE' BY CRYSTAL PALACE

'STILL THERE' BY CRYSTAL PALACE

The latest album from German neo-prog band Crystal Palace is a concept album based on a tragic event in bassist/singer's Yenz's life.

DISTRICT 97

DISTRICT 97

Prog Ensemble District 97 Announce New Album Stay For The Ending

THE NEW REMASTERED  3CD CLAMSHELL BOXED SET  OF THE CLASSIC 1971 ALBUM  BY  FAMILY

THE NEW REMASTERED 3CD CLAMSHELL BOXED SET OF THE CLASSIC 1971 ALBUM BY FAMILY

FEATURING 24 BONUS TRACKS INCLUDING THE ‘IN MY OWN TIME’ SINGLE AND BBC SESSION AND IN CONCERT PERFORMANCES FROM 1971 REMASTERED FROM THE ORIGINAL MASTER TAPES. WITH AN ILLUSTRATED BOOKLET FEATURING AN ESSAY AND A REPRODUCTION POSTER.

Life In The Pond by Roger Chapman

Life In The Pond by Roger Chapman

A studio album by Roger Chapman is always an event. Since '66, when the British singer-songwriter emerged as the voice of his generation with the seminal Family band, through every twist of his four-decade solo career, Chappo's output has defied music industry protocol, challenged genre, and held up a mirror to the times.

THE FLOWER KINGS ‘LOOK AT YOU NOW’

THE FLOWER KINGS ‘LOOK AT YOU NOW’

The Flower Kings return in 2023 with their 16th studio album, Look At You Now. A thrilling collection of quintessential 1970s classic and progressive rock pieces with an authentically organic vintage sound.

SEAN CHAMBERS 'That's What I'm Talkin' About'

SEAN CHAMBERS 'That's What I'm Talkin' About'

The New Disc Include 10 Songs Sean Regularly Performed On The Road As A Member Of Hubert Sumlin's Touring Band, As Well As "Hubert's Song," A Chambers Original Saluting Sumlin.

BLUES ALL AROUND BY SAVOY BROWN

BLUES ALL AROUND BY SAVOY BROWN

Quarto Valley Records is honored to release the last newly recorded music by the late great Kim Simmonds and Savoy Brown. The album follows Savoy Brown's critically acclaimed 2022 album, Ain't Done Yet.

PURCHASE  THE LATEST RELEASE BY NOVAKAIN Entitled THE OH NO! UNKNOWN

PURCHASE THE LATEST RELEASE BY NOVAKAIN Entitled THE OH NO! UNKNOWN

NOVAKAIN is a groove heavy / rock trio from Dallas TEXAS, that draws influences from old school 70’s rock music while adding their own modern twists to their songs.

STONY HILL by G.E.SMITH and LEROY BELL

STONY HILL by G.E.SMITH and LEROY BELL

Simply put… this is a great album orchestrated & performed by a prolific musical alliance! FIVE STARS!

DA BANG by Gregory Hutchinson

DA BANG by Gregory Hutchinson

Greg Hutchinson Greg Hutchinson has appeared on over 160 recordings, performing, and recording with countless jazz greats including Betty Carter, Joshua Redman, Dianne Reeves, Wynton Marsalis, John Scofield, Roy Hargrove, Diana Krall and Harry Connick Jr.

Another me by BANG

Another me by BANG

Often called America's answer to Black Sabbath, one of the most unsung bands in the history of US hard rock music, BANG, is back with a new album “Another Me”! Featuring all 3 members of the classic line-up.

UNTIL ALL THE GHOSTS ARE GONE BY ANEKDOTEN

UNTIL ALL THE GHOSTS ARE GONE BY ANEKDOTEN

The sixth album, "Until All The Ghosts Are Gone" (2015), took eight years to come to life. The time needed for ANEKDOTEN to fully focus its energy and its inspiration. The result is, six tracks both sublime and without concession, worth of the Golden Age of the band.

EPEKTASIS (För Mellotron, Arp Odyssey & Slagverk)

EPEKTASIS (För Mellotron, Arp Odyssey & Slagverk)

SOLO ALBUM BY NICKLAS BARKER OF ANEKDOTEN

FLAMBOROUGH HEAD 'JUMPING THE MILESTONE'

FLAMBOROUGH HEAD 'JUMPING THE MILESTONE'

Flamborough Head’s most release "Jumping The Milestone" will easily satisfy the expectations of a wide variety of prog-rock music fans.

S T R A W B S  'THE MAGIC OF IT ALL'

S T R A W B S 'THE MAGIC OF IT ALL'

The new Strawbs studio album was recorded in Cape Town in 2022.David Cousins, Blue Weaver, and John Ford from classic 1970s Strawbs join with the some of the finest musicians and singers in South Africa.

“From The Vault: Notes For The Future” By Todd Cochran

“From The Vault: Notes For The Future” By Todd Cochran

Notes for the future are the “imagined sometime in the past” tropes of a storyteller. Freed from every day “isms” of convention and released from the symbolic containment of the vault, the music is an allegorical exploration in futurism. The stream running throughout the musical narrative is a speculative commentary about our human search for meaning, and we’re reminded that as a version of our ancestors’ vision, this quest never ends.

Random Elements by Sniff 'n' the Tears

Random Elements by Sniff 'n' the Tears

Random Elements is the eighth album from Sniff 'n' The Tears. After an accident in 2012, and several months' recovery, Paul Roberts got into a songwriting spree. This was partly due to keyboardist Robin Langridge, sending inspirational sonic sketches to him. Thus started a collaborative process which led to some rather interesting song structures.

AVKRVST The Approbation

AVKRVST The Approbation

The Approbation is a massive sounding piece of music. It’s everything from lush, melancholy moods to heavy, more aggressive atmospheres. It tries to capture the feeling of a cold, gloomy fall - a dark sky, filled with gazing stars above the mist.

Joe Deninzon & Stratospheerius

Joe Deninzon & Stratospheerius

Joe Deninzon & Stratospheerius are releasing their new live box set, “Behind the Curtain (Live at ProgStock)” on Melodic Revolution Records. The collection on two CDs and DVD/Blu-rays show this treasured electric violinist/singer-songwriter’s history of favorites in the past decade and a half in the rock scene.

MVI  (Mark Vickness Interconnected) IN THE RAIN SHADOW

MVI (Mark Vickness Interconnected) IN THE RAIN SHADOW

Says Mark, “This is my dream ensemble. Each musician is an accomplished soloist adept at many different types of music. They all bring an astounding breadth and depth of musical understanding and experience.

the fabulous Courettes 'Back in Mono'

the fabulous Courettes 'Back in Mono'

Black Vinyl LP Brand new studio album from your favorite Brazilian/Danish garage rock duo! It's a milestone in their career so far. You can look forward to some "spit ´n´snarl garage rumble-meets-Phil Spector pop" showcasing the band in top form - great songwriting skills, Spector-esque arrangements, with broader nuances, influences and production qualities added to their garage rock recipe.

ROSENEATH ‘NOWHERE SAFE’

ROSENEATH ‘NOWHERE SAFE’

Taking influence from 90’s alternative classics as well as modern grunge, post-hardcore, and shoegaze bands, Richmond, VA’s Roseneath combines driving riffs with soaring melodies to create something new with a familiar nostalgia.

RETRO by KITE PARADE

RETRO by KITE PARADE

'Retro' features six brand news songs, continuing from its predecessor with emphasis on melodies and big choruses, drawing influences from bands such as Frost*, It Bites and Genesis.

“TIMELESS: THE BIG HITS” ALBUM By TONY ORLANDO

“TIMELESS: THE BIG HITS” ALBUM By TONY ORLANDO

Tony Orlando kicks off his sixth decade in music and entertainment with a series of new projects, including the release of “Timeless: The Big Hits” (via Time Life).

EAST COAST, WEST COAST, IN BETWEEN by FASTEST LAND ANIMAL

EAST COAST, WEST COAST, IN BETWEEN by FASTEST LAND ANIMAL

As the story goes, these old friends logged time in previous bands, performing alongside everyone from Motley Crüe to Alice Cooper. However, the musicians bared their teeth with their self-titled debut, Fastest Land Animal, in 2021. They rallied around influences as diverse as The Velvet Underground, David Bowie, Foo Fighters, Queens Of The Stone Age, Rage Against The Machine, and The Ramones in the cultivation of a singular vision.

‘TAKING IT BACK’

‘TAKING IT BACK’

BY THE LEGENDARY CHARLES WRIGHT

II BY RAY ALDER

II BY RAY ALDER

Following the fantastic feedback for the first solo album by Fates Warning vocalist Ray Alder “What The Water Wants” back in 2019, InsideOutMusic are pleased to announce the upcoming worldwide release of the follow-up effort “II” on June 9th, 2023.

Random Dreams: The Very Best of David Minasian

Random Dreams: The Very Best of David Minasian

Random Dreams is a "Best of" vinyl and digital release that features all new remixes of some of David's most beloved tracks, highlighted by performances from legendary members of The Moody Blues, Genesis, Yes, Camel and Renaissance.

AT THE GATE BY GLASS HAMMER

AT THE GATE BY GLASS HAMMER

“The album’s lyrics and text address not only the story, but what the characters represent to me. At The Gate is an album about hard choices, the pursuit of lost joy, and the hope of a brighter day."

KILLSMITH GOES WEST BY NEAL SMITH

KILLSMITH GOES WEST BY NEAL SMITH

In the story-telling spirit and tradition of great singer songwriter legends like Franke Lane, Johnny Horton, Jimmy Dean, Tennesee Ernie Ford, Johnny Cash and Hank Williams, Neal continues in that Western spirit with “KillSmith Goes West” and his ten new Outlaw Country Rock songs!

INGENIOUS DEVICES BY BIG BIG TRAIN

INGENIOUS DEVICES BY BIG BIG TRAIN

With the band currently in the early stages of working on a new studio album for release in 2024, their latest endeavor Ingenious Devices features new versions of a trilogy of revered Big Big Train epic tracks - East Coast Racer, Brooklands and Voyager - about how mankind has used its ingenuity to extend its reach by the development and deployment of technology.

NEMESIS by CAIRO

NEMESIS by CAIRO

Their new studio album, recorded with John Mitchell at Outhouse Studios, taps into contemporary global concerns and demonstrates the band’s impressive, genre-defying approach with menacing, angular riffs, pop rock hooks and electronic soundscapes that all beautifully complement powerful and emotive vocals.

‘GOLDEN AGE OF MUSIC’ BY ARJEN LUCASSEN’S SUPERSONIC REVOLUTION

‘GOLDEN AGE OF MUSIC’ BY ARJEN LUCASSEN’S SUPERSONIC REVOLUTION

11 tracks of high energy, progressively inclined heavy rock that swings with the kind of groove Deep Purple rocked with in the early to mid-1970s. Golden Age Of Music is out May 19, 2023 on CD and Vinyl.

Finnish Sessions by Corky Laing

Finnish Sessions by Corky Laing

Corky’s latest release is entitled FINNISH SESSIONS recorded at E-studio in Finland in April. The album features Michael Monroe (harmonica) and Ian Hunter (keyboards) as special guests.

ONE DAY CLOSER TO HOME by William Bell

ONE DAY CLOSER TO HOME by William Bell

“One Day Closer To Home” is a master class on how to put down the deepest kind of blues from a lifetime achiever. With tremendous groove, the song leans into his signature, soulful sound. Bell doesn’t waste a note, word, or bar telling this story of trying to get back to freedom and he makes you believe every bit of it. His vocal delivery is heart-wrenching, loaded with hope and despair all at once. OFFICIALLY RELEASED APRIL 14TH 2023

THE LAST GREAT ADVENTURER BY GALAHAD

THE LAST GREAT ADVENTURER BY GALAHAD

Galahad is very pleased to announce the release of a brand-new studio album 'The Last Great Adventurer'. This latest opus, the band's eleventh studio album, has been several years in the making.

CLAY MELTON LIVE IN TEXAS

CLAY MELTON LIVE IN TEXAS

Clay’s 2022 release, Live in Texas, which includes ten original songs and one cover, was spun on more than 160 radio stations in the U.S. and abroad. His riveting cover of ZZ Top’s Jesus Just Left Chicago, climbed to the #1 song in the world on the Roots Music Blues Rock chart in June 2022.

'Miles from Nowhere' by Jonas Lindberg & the Other Side

'Miles from Nowhere' by Jonas Lindberg & the Other Side

After months of waiting and preparing, it's finally released worldwide through Inside Out Music.

Postcards From The Asylum by Jason Bieler  And The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra

Postcards From The Asylum by Jason Bieler And The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra

Writer, producer, raconteur, comedian, singer-songwriter, fashion icon and renown hand-model Jason Bieler and the Baron Von Bielski Orchestra has returned once again with Postcards From The Asylum, the follow up to 2021’s critically acclaimed Songs For The Apocalypse.

MONSTERS FROM THE ID By BEN CRAVEN

MONSTERS FROM THE ID By BEN CRAVEN

Monsters From The Id is the logical realization of Craven’s musical trajectory thus far. It’s an album of two halves, each containing a traditional progressive rock “epic” the length of a side of vinyl. The two pieces comprise flowing parts and movements with both rock and Hans Zimmer-esque orchestral arrangements, punctuated by Ben’s distinctive lead guitar and vocals. Yet the album is predominantly instrumental.

CRIME SCENE BY RPWL

CRIME SCENE BY RPWL

On the new long player Crime Scene this Bavarian Artrock institution directs its attention to the morbid, the perverse, the evil in good, the abysses of the human behavior spectrum in all its unpredictable diversity, which sometimes comes across as bizarrely disturbing and conclusive, if one tries to fathom it.

NEXT VOYAGE BY BLUES IMAGE

NEXT VOYAGE BY BLUES IMAGE

The album features new recordings of the band’s classics like “Ride Captain Ride” with orchestra, “In A Gada Da Vida” with the BB King Horn section, and guest appearances from Pat Travers, Jonathan Cain of Journey, and many more!

From Here to Here by Tommy Roe

From Here to Here by Tommy Roe

Released in January 2023, Tommy’s new album “Here to Here” was recorded over a period of several years at Solar Studios in Orlando, Florida.

PURCHASE  THE NEW ALBUM BY  H A K E N  Entitled FAUNA

PURCHASE THE NEW ALBUM BY H A K E N Entitled FAUNA

Progressive rockers HAKEN recently announced their seventh studio album ‘Fauna’, the group’s most genre-busting and conceptually fascinating album to date, will be released on March 3rd, 2023.

SOLSTICE

SOLSTICE

UK NEO-PROGRESSIVE ROCKERS 'SOLSTICE' RELEASE NEW ALBUM 'LIGHT UP'

Dirt Road to Heaven by Robin Lane

Dirt Road to Heaven by Robin Lane

Robin’s latest release is Dirt Road to Heaven a collection of Americana music that sounds great alongside artists such as Brandi Carlile and Joan Baez. Robin’s motto of “Music is my healing tool” has paved her uniquely uplifting “dirt road to heaven” process from the get-go. Her journey has become even more effective and powerful, locally and globally, this century.

Alone Together Again by DAVE MASON

Alone Together Again by DAVE MASON

Alone Together was my first solo album. Like all firsts, they are special. The original tapes that burned in the 2008 Universal fires was heartbreaking. But it occurs to me, the Music never dies.

THE LATEST RELEASE BY eMolecule entitled ‘The Architect’

THE LATEST RELEASE BY eMolecule entitled ‘The Architect’

This band and album are set to take the listener to another dimension.

Another Fork in the Road – 50 Years of KANSAS

Another Fork in the Road – 50 Years of KANSAS

With a legendary career spanning five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic classic rock bands. This "garage band" from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 after being discovered by Wally Gold, who worked for Don Kirshner, and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide.

Dark Shadows: Return to Collinwood by Kathryn Leigh Scott (Author), Jim Pierson (Author)

Dark Shadows: Return to Collinwood by Kathryn Leigh Scott (Author), Jim Pierson (Author)

Dark Shadows: Return to Collinwood presents a look back at four decades of the successful spooky soap opera that made sympathetic vampire Barnabas Collins a pop culture phenomenon and prompted the big-budget, big-screen Warner Bros. revival starring longtime fan Johnny Depp, directed by Tim Burton, that premieres May 11, 2012.

ROCK AND ROLL WARRIOR by DAVID LIBERT

ROCK AND ROLL WARRIOR by DAVID LIBERT

David Libert shares the unvarnished, absolutely true tales from the Inner circle of the music industry from Alice Cooper to Prince, on the road, backstage, on private jets and inside the notorious after-parties with music legends in the era of free-spirit, hard-driving rock ’n’ roll and R&B.

Rock Camp: An Oral History, 25 Years of the Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp by David Fishof

Rock Camp: An Oral History, 25 Years of the Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp by David Fishof

Who doesn’t want to be a rockstar? After years of producing rock tours throughout the world and working with icons like Roger Daltrey, Ringo Starr, Joe Walsh, and so many more, David Fishof wanted to capture the rock ‘n’ roll experience for everyone.

'Talk' by Jon Pousette-Dart

'Talk' by Jon Pousette-Dart

Folk-rock pioneer Jon Pousette-Dart's tenth album. "The heart and soul of the players from Memphis, Muscle Shoals and Nashville that make up this record made it a very special moment in time for me." says Pousette-Dart.

Let the Good Times Roll: My Life in Small Faces, Faces, and The Who by Kenney Jones

Let the Good Times Roll: My Life in Small Faces, Faces, and The Who by Kenney Jones

From the Mod revolution and the British Invasion of the 1960s, through the psychedelic era of the 1970s, and into the exuberance and excesses of stadium rock in the 1980s, Kenney Jones helped to build rock and roll as we know it. He was the beat behind three of the world's most enduring and significant bands.

From The New World by Alan Parsons

From The New World by Alan Parsons

Guest appearances from the likes of renowned guitarist and singer Joe Bonamassa, Tommy Shaw of Styx, vocalist David Pack (Ambrosia), and vocalist James Durbin add wonderful atmosphere to the stunning performances by Alan and his incredible backing band.

Rarities Oxhumed - Volume One by John Entwistle

Rarities Oxhumed - Volume One by John Entwistle

For Fans of The Who, Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey, John Entwistle and Classic Rock! John Entwistle was the bassist for The Who until his untimely passing in 2002. He was Nicknamed "The Ox" and "Thunderfingers” and is considered to be one of the most influential bassists in the world.

VANILLA FUDGE  RELEASE NEW ALBUM VANILLA ZEPPELIN  (2022 REMASTER)

VANILLA FUDGE RELEASE NEW ALBUM VANILLA ZEPPELIN (2022 REMASTER)

This is Led Zeppelin done ‘’Fudge’’ style and fully remastered. Vanilla Fudge roll these classics out in their own way, with some amazing and soaring organ interludes and adding their soul and funked up influence giving these songs a new life and identity of their own.

VINNIE MOORE 'DOUBLE EXPOSURE'

VINNIE MOORE 'DOUBLE EXPOSURE'

Vinnie is joined on this half-vocal-half-instrumental follow-up to 2019 "Soul Shifter" by singers Ed Terry, Keith Slack, Mike DiMeo and Brian Stephenson. This is Vinnie's first solo release that features vocals.

THE LATEST RELEASE BY ARTHUR BROWN entitled 'MONSTER’S BALL'

THE LATEST RELEASE BY ARTHUR BROWN entitled 'MONSTER’S BALL'

The God Of Hellfire ARTHUR BROWN Invites You To His MONSTER’S BALL, Releases New Single LUCIFER SAM With DEEP PURPLE’S IAN PAICE & STEVE HILLAGE! Also featuring performances by James Williamson, Ian Paice, Mark Stein, Nik Turner, Shuggie Otis & More

MARY FAHL “Can’t Get It Out Of My Head”

MARY FAHL “Can’t Get It Out Of My Head”

Mary Fahl looks back to some of the essential music that has brought her sustenance and clarity by reinterpreting songs from her greatest inspirations … Pink Floyd, George Harrison, Moody Blues, ELO, The Rolling Stones, Neil Young and others.

Wake the Beast by Impellitteri

Wake the Beast by Impellitteri

A three-CD compilation set that encompasses the Impellitteri story from 1987-2010. Every song on this compilation was chosen by Chris based on what he feels are the highlights from 12 different Impellitteri releases from over the years.

The Standells  Live On Tour - 1966!

The Standells Live On Tour - 1966!

1 Introduction 2 Mr. Nobody 3 Good Lovin' 4 Why Did You Hurt Me 5 Sunny Afternoon 6 Gloria 7 Why Pick On Me 8 Please, Please, Please 9 Midnight Hour 10 Sometimes Good Guys Don't Wear White 11 Dirty Water

Tino Contreras & Javier Batiz –  Live Sessions ‎(CD, Album)	Centro Cultural Tijuana 2017

Tino Contreras & Javier Batiz – Live Sessions ‎(CD, Album) Centro Cultural Tijuana 2017

Two transcendental powerful artistic expressions in the history of Music in Mexico: the strings by the great Javier Bátiz, proclaimed the father of the Mexican Rock and roll and the drums of the most famous drummer of our country, a living legend of the national jazz, Tino Contreras, gathered by the Tijuana Cultural Center to have a joint production to celebrate the 35th anniversary of CECUT.

LIVING THE BLUES By Fito De La Parra

LIVING THE BLUES By Fito De La Parra

Join Fito de la Parra, producer and drummer of Canned Heat, for a wild ride in a world of Music, Drugs, Death, Sex and Survival in his autobiography” Living The Blues”.

THE ROCK ARTIST’S PROGRESS BY DARRYL WAY

THE ROCK ARTIST’S PROGRESS BY DARRYL WAY

Darryl’s forthcoming album “The Rock Artist’s Progress”; a unique concept and project created by legendary violinist Darryl Way that consists of an album and novel that are intrinsically linked together and sold as a bundle.

ALONE IN LOVE 1988-1989 By SALLY STEELE

ALONE IN LOVE 1988-1989 By SALLY STEELE

Vintage ‘80s Metal Recordings from Video Vixen SALLY STEELE Finally See Worldwide Release!

Rock N' Roll Nun - True Tales of a Hollywood "Almost"

Rock N' Roll Nun - True Tales of a Hollywood "Almost"

If there is anyone who has dedicated their life to rock n’ roll, it would be Sally Steele.

THE DoLLyROTS LATEST ALBUM 'DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE'

THE DoLLyROTS LATEST ALBUM 'DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE'

The trio has hit the Billboard Heatseekers chart multiple times, been featured in movies and television, and have shared stages with some of punk’s biggest names.

Three Sides of One

Three Sides of One

By The Legendary KING'S X the first new music from the band in 14 years.

JOY BOMB  dUg Pinnick’s  Solo Release available at amazon.com

JOY BOMB dUg Pinnick’s Solo Release available at amazon.com

Legendary bassist and King's X frontman Dug Pinnick adds another highlight to his storied career, releasing his fifth solo album Joy Bomb

JEFF BERLIN 'JACK SONGS'

JEFF BERLIN 'JACK SONGS'

Features guest performers Sammy Hagar, Alex Lifeson, Geddy Lee, Gregg Bissonette, Gary Husband, Eric Johnson, Bill Frisell, Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal, Alex Ligertwood, Scott Henderson, Marcus Miller, Ron Carter, Tony Levin, Michael League, Nathan East, Mark King, Bruce Guttridge, Billy Sheehan and Johnny Hiland!

PARTS OF SPEECH PIECES OF SOUND  BY REBECCA PIDGEON

PARTS OF SPEECH PIECES OF SOUND BY REBECCA PIDGEON

A Hypnotic, Atmospheric, Mesmerizing, Rejuvenating Dreamscape Journey Into Body, Mind, Soul & Spirit

Jukebox Junkie by Andy McCoy

Jukebox Junkie by Andy McCoy

Famed Hanoi Rocks guitarist/vocalist Andy McCoy taps into the rich musical history that inspired him on these highly addictive covers album!

THE NEW RELEASE ORDINARY SEX APPEAL By SONS OF SILVER

THE NEW RELEASE ORDINARY SEX APPEAL By SONS OF SILVER

The five new songs on the new EP reflect the band's straightforward, no-nonsense rock 'n' roll sensibilities.

The Beginning of The End By GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT

The Beginning of The End By GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT

GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT’s upcoming release, The Beginning Of The End, provides a sonic snapshot of the evolution of the Irish post-rock band over two decades. Made enthralling and memorable with live momentum, The Beginning Of The End belongs in every well-curated post-rock record collection.

DRIVEN By GILBERT O'SULLIVAN

DRIVEN By GILBERT O'SULLIVAN

Gilbert O’Sullivan has collaborated on duets with Mick Hucknall (Simply Red) and KT Tunstall.

Vortex By Derek Sherinian

Vortex By Derek Sherinian

Featuring Simon PHILLIPS, Nuno BETTENCOURT, Michael SCHENKER, Joe BONAMASSA, Zakk WYLDE, Steve LUKATHER, Steve STEVENS, BUMBLEFOOT, Tony FRANKLIN, Mike STERN

PURCHASE EARLY SIDES 1963-1973 BY LINDA GAIL LEWIS AT AMAZON.COM

PURCHASE EARLY SIDES 1963-1973 BY LINDA GAIL LEWIS AT AMAZON.COM

Vintage early recordings from a true pioneering female rock artist, and sister of Jerry Lee Lewis, Linda Gail Lewis! These early singles represent a diverse mix of musical styles from rockabilly to country to good old-fashioned Rock 'n' Roll! Includes two tracks with special guest Jerry Lee Lewis! Full color gatefold jacket with detailed personnel credits and vintage photos!

My Life in The Wings by K. Adrian Zonneville  (Author), David Spero (Author)

My Life in The Wings by K. Adrian Zonneville (Author), David Spero (Author)

David Spero has played music as a disc jockey, managed bands and artists, rode the highways with Dickey Betts, Cat Stevens, Joe Walsh, Michael Stanley, Richie Furay, hung with Bruce Springsteen and Jackson Browne. He has lived music. These are his stories, collected over the past 60 years of rock and Roll

ROLLING WITH ROCK ROYALTY By BRIAN CHATTON

ROLLING WITH ROCK ROYALTY By BRIAN CHATTON

keyboardist Brian Chatton played his first professional gig at the world-famous Cavern Club in 1965 with Jon Anderson (YES) in their then band The Warriors. From that point on, he rocked and rolled around the world many times alongside the most celebrated rock giants during the height of the British Invasion.

SOULS OF THE INNOCENT

SOULS OF THE INNOCENT

JACK STARR'S BURNING STARR

John Waite  'Anything' EP

John Waite 'Anything' EP

THE NEW EP “Anything” Available online and in stores. *New CD called "Singles" with singles from John's entire career. Coming out this Summer!!

DELTA BREEZE

DELTA BREEZE

BY LEGENDARY GUITARIST LES DUDEK

IMAGINE BY MELBA MOORE

IMAGINE BY MELBA MOORE

PURCHASE THE NEW ALBUM BY MELBA MOORE Entitled IMAGINE

APOGEE by Whitney Tai

APOGEE by Whitney Tai

Whitney Tai singer-songwriter with a cinematic blend of electro-pop, rock, alternative metal and powered by her sultry vocals.

Sheltering Sky

Sheltering Sky

“Chuck Wright’s new solo album Sheltering Sky is my pick for album of the year so far.

CLOSER TO THE FLAME BY RIOT ACT

CLOSER TO THE FLAME BY RIOT ACT

The highly anticipated debut album from Riot Act accompanied with a 12-track bonus CD of classic Riot tracks re-recorded.

VENUS 5 debut album

VENUS 5 debut album

Venus 5 is composed of five amazing singers hailing from different European territories. In alphabetical order, they are: Herma (also of SNB), Karmen Klinc, Jelena Milovanovic, Tezzi Persson (also of Infinite & Divine), and Erina Seitllari.

PLAYING HOUSE

PLAYING HOUSE

BY MEER

STORACE 'LIVE AND LET LIVE'

STORACE 'LIVE AND LET LIVE'

With LIVE AND LET LIVE, Storace has succeeded in making an excellent, heterogeneous new beginning that will win over both old Krokus fans and new listeners alike.

BILLY STOKES

BILLY STOKES

‘MUSCLE & BLOOD’ Featuring Rock Legends PAT TRAVERS... FRANK MARINO... LES DUDEK... MARK STORACE ... BARRY SPARKS

ANN WILSON 'FIERCE BLISS'

ANN WILSON 'FIERCE BLISS'

Ann Wilson has created a supremely lavish, warm and seductive slice of rock ‘n’ roll which provides an instant soundtrack whether on the freeway or in front of the fireplace.

CRASH OF THE CROWN by Styx

CRASH OF THE CROWN by Styx

A new era of hope, survival, and prosperity comes calling on STYX's Magnum Opus, Crash of the Crown, the band's first studio album since 2017's The Mission.

Pat Travers New Singles!

Pat Travers New Singles!

GET THE BRAND NEW SINGLES “PUSH YOURSELF” And “FULL SPECTRUM” or the vinyl

Troika by D'Virgilio, Morse & Jennings

Troika by D'Virgilio, Morse & Jennings

Here's the ultra-prolific Neal Morse, who sings and composes and plays guitars and keyboards and apparently just oozes music out of every pore.

Reach for The Sky by Born To Fly

Reach for The Sky by Born To Fly

Born To Fly is an acoustic, harmony focused, americana band who writes and performs their own music.

THE KENTUCKY HEADHUNTERS-THAT'S A FACT JACK!

THE KENTUCKY HEADHUNTERS-THAT'S A FACT JACK!

GRAMMY® Award-winning southern rock, blues and country group The Kentucky Headhunters announced their latest album, That’s A Fact Jack!

GRAHAM PARKER

GRAHAM PARKER

'CLOUD SYMBOLS'

TURQUOISE BLUE by Micki Free

TURQUOISE BLUE by Micki Free

Turquoise Blue includes Gary Clark Jr., Steve Stevens, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram and Cindy Blackman Santana.

ROSS THE BOSS

ROSS THE BOSS

BORN OF FIRE

NASH ALBERT-YET

NASH ALBERT-YET

The old bandmates started composing and arranging song material for a new Nash Albert solo album somewhere deep in the Gregorian mountains.

The Zealot Gene by Jethro Tull

The Zealot Gene by Jethro Tull

“The title track offers many allusions to the radical, politically-charged world of populism in leadership.

The New Book   by Dale Bozzio with Keith Valcourt “LIFE IS SO STRANGE”

The New Book by Dale Bozzio with Keith Valcourt “LIFE IS SO STRANGE”

“LIFE IS SO STRANGE” One of music's most recognizable and influential artists, Missing Person's, Dale Bozzio, shares her most intimate and inspirational moments in this superb Autobiography!

DAVE BAINBRIDGE

DAVE BAINBRIDGE

His Latest Solo Album ‘To The Far Away’

'THE DEVIL IN ME' BY SUZI QUATRO

'THE DEVIL IN ME' BY SUZI QUATRO

It’s got to be a very special release that has Suzi Quatro announced proudly: “The Devil In Me" Is the best album in my career to date!” After all, the American rock vocalist would hardly utter such superlatives lightly.

An Hour Before It's Dark by Marillion

An Hour Before It's Dark by Marillion

MARILLION's 20th studio album, An Hour Before Its Dark will be released via EarMusic on March 4th 2022. And it’s incredible!!!!

The Royal Affair and After  by John Lodge

The Royal Affair and After by John Lodge

The new live album from John Lodge featuring special guests Graeme Edge from The Moody Blues on "Late Lament" and Jon Davison from Yes on "Nights in White Satin" and "Ride My See-Saw".

Neon Highway Blues by Gary Hoey

Neon Highway Blues by Gary Hoey

This album will take Hoey back on the highways and byways for plenty of touring and playing, well, the blues -- and more.

NOT IN KANSAS ANYMORE A PROG OPERA BY ROBBY STEINHARDT PRODUCED BY MICHAEL FRANKLIN

NOT IN KANSAS ANYMORE A PROG OPERA BY ROBBY STEINHARDT PRODUCED BY MICHAEL FRANKLIN

MUSICAL CAST: Robby Steinhardt, Patrick Moraz, Tim Franklin, Chuck Leavell, Tommy Calton, Jim Gentry, Billy Cobham, Michael Franklin, Liberty Devitto, Ian Anderson, Matt Brown, Pat Travers, Pat Gulotta, Rayford Griffin, Christopher Keogh, Paul Fleury, Olga Kopakova, Les Dudek, Steve Morse, Jocylen Hsu, Billy Ashbaugh, Sonny Ferguson, Bobby Kimball and many more!

Tierra Del Fuego by Billy Cobham

Tierra Del Fuego by Billy Cobham

(5) stars The latest release from legendary drummer Billy Cobham

'October Is Marigold' David Cross and Andrew Keeling (Artist

'October Is Marigold' David Cross and Andrew Keeling (Artist

King Crimson Legend David Cross and Composer Andrew Keeling Release Second Album "October is Marigold" David Cross is best known as a member of King Crimson on the "Larks' Tongues in Aspic" and "Starless and Bible Black" albums.

Utopia For Realists: Hungarian Pictures Mandoki Soulmates (Artist)

Utopia For Realists: Hungarian Pictures Mandoki Soulmates (Artist)

"Utopia for Realists", the BluRay “Hungarian Pictures” presents a completely new audio-visual work.

Why Wait! Kate Taylor (Artist)

Why Wait! Kate Taylor (Artist)

Kate Taylor, of the renowned musical clan that includes brothers James, Livingston, Alex and Hugh, is releasing WHY WAIT!

The Best Of Live: 50 Years Of Livingston Taylor Livingston Taylor (Artist)

The Best Of Live: 50 Years Of Livingston Taylor Livingston Taylor (Artist)

From top-40 hits ''I Will Be in Love with You'' and ''I'll Come Running,'' to ''I Can Dream of You'' and ''Boatman,'' the last two recorded by his brother James, Livingston's creative output has continued unabated.

Stomping Ground by Dion (Artist)

Stomping Ground by Dion (Artist)

Pioneering rock n' roll singer/songwriter Dion delivers yet another powerful collection of timeless blues with Stomping Ground. It's the follow-up to his universally acclaimed Keeping The Blues Alive Records debut, Blues With Friends, from 2020.

Winter Carols (Deluxe Edition) Blackmore's Night

Winter Carols (Deluxe Edition) Blackmore's Night

BLACKMORE’S NIGHT REMASTERED & ENHANCED EDITION OF THEIR CLASSIC ALBUM “WINTER CAROLS”

Jim Peterik & World Stage (Artist)

Jim Peterik & World Stage (Artist)

Tigress - Women Who Rock The World

Made In Brooklyn by John McEuen

Made In Brooklyn by John McEuen

New Album from John McEuen Overflowing With Iconic Talent Made in Brooklyn, the new album from Nitty Gritty Dirt Band founder, John McEuen.

My Bass and Other Animals by Guy Pratt

My Bass and Other Animals by Guy Pratt

This autobiographical account emerges from the successful stand-up tour of the same name, charting his journey from a Mod band to playing with Roxy Music at Live 8.

Eclectic Electric by Joe Louis Walker (Artist)

Eclectic Electric by Joe Louis Walker (Artist)

One of most celebrated and respected bluesmen working today, Joe Louis Walker, returns with some of the most electrifying recordings he's done in his over 4-decade long career!

Energy Overload Carmine Appice and Fernando Perdomo

Energy Overload Carmine Appice and Fernando Perdomo

Carmine Appice has joined forces with multi-instrumentalist and rising studio star Fernando Perdomo to form The Appice Perdomo Project (aka APP), whose debut album ENERGY OVERLOAD was released on Cleopatra Records.

Time Between: My Life as a Byrd, Burrito Brother, and Beyond

Time Between: My Life as a Byrd, Burrito Brother, and Beyond

As a cofounder of The Byrds and The Flying Burrito Brothers, Chris Hillman is arguably the primary architect of what’s come to be known as country rock.

Surrender of Silence by Steve Hackett

Surrender of Silence by Steve Hackett

Legendary guitarist Steve Hackett releases his new studio rock album Surrender of Silence via Inside Out Music. The album features 11 new songs as Steve has been working hard through Lockdown and, for the first time, has completed two studio albums for release within the same year!

A Way out of Here by Yogi Lang

A Way out of Here by Yogi Lang

Lang has released 2 solo albums: “No Decoder” in 2010 and his latest work “A Way Out of Here”.

Peppermint Twist Chronicles : Joey Dee

Peppermint Twist Chronicles : Joey Dee

Peppermint Twist Chronicles : Joey Dee: MY TRUE STORY OF SEX, ROCK AND ROLL, JIMI HENDRIX, FIGHTING RACISM, AND THE MOB. A TELL ALL ABOUT THE BEATLES, ... JOE PESCI, DON RICKLES,

CLIMAX BLUES BAND An Illustrated History Volume One

CLIMAX BLUES BAND An Illustrated History Volume One

CLIMAX BLUES BAND An Illustrated History Volume One Volume Two Shining On 1977-1982 is in preparation.

Best selling book by Marshall Thompson founder of the Chi-Lites

Best selling book by Marshall Thompson founder of the Chi-Lites

Last Man Standing: Legendary Chi-Lites - Featuring Marshall Thompson

FRETTED AND MOANING

FRETTED AND MOANING

Andy Summers has written short stories ever since he became a member of The Police, and they are as smart, witty and unexpected as his music and photography.

She Walks In Beauty My Quest For The Bigger Picture By Jim McCarty and Dave Thompson

She Walks In Beauty My Quest For The Bigger Picture By Jim McCarty and Dave Thompson

She Walks In Beauty My Quest For The Bigger Picture By Jim McCarty and Dave Thompson Available at www.lulu.com

Spirals, Vol. 2... Time & the Space Between

Spirals, Vol. 2... Time & the Space Between

BY BRUCE SUDANO

Big Brother & the Holding Company

Big Brother & the Holding Company

Sex, Dope & Cheap Thrills Big Brother & The Holding Company, Janis Joplin

End Of Innocence by Tony Kaye

End Of Innocence by Tony Kaye

2021 release. An album 20 years in the making, the first solo work from former Yes member Tony Kaye. Marking the events and the journey that followed the world changing moments of 9/11

Take Me Back by Kim Wilson

Take Me Back by Kim Wilson

After 17 years, Kim Wilson (leader singer of the Fabulous Thunderbirds) has rejoined M.C. Records for his upcoming and 7th solo release, ''Take Me Back.''

L.A. Is Mine Richrath Project 3:13

L.A. Is Mine Richrath Project 3:13

MICHAEL JAHNZ & Richrath Project 3:13

Rainbow in the Dark: The Autobiography

Rainbow in the Dark: The Autobiography

by Ronnie James Dio (Author), Mick Wall and Wendy Dio

TOWER OF POWER

TOWER OF POWER

50 Years of Funk & Soul: Live at the Fox Theater - Oakland, CA - June 2018 Tower Of Power

Mr. Womack 2021 Binky Womack

Mr. Womack 2021 Binky Womack

There aren't many families that have had more of an impact on soul music than the legendary Womack family.

Symmetry (Digipak CD) Digipack

Symmetry (Digipak CD) Digipack

The band deftly delivers on a bold “synth free” re-imagining of their classic hits.

Fascination by Walter Egan (Artist)

Fascination by Walter Egan (Artist)

New Album “Fascination” Inspired By Shared History with Legendary Super-Groupie Pamela Des Barres.

The Reunion Albums 2007-2012 Asia (Artist)

The Reunion Albums 2007-2012 Asia (Artist)

This 5CD deluxe clamshell box set features the 2CD live recording Fantasia, Live In Tokyo together with the three reunion studio albums Phoenix, Omega and XXX.

'2020 Vision' by Tommy Roe

'2020 Vision' by Tommy Roe

2020 Vision CD-R Tommy Roe (Artist)

Reclaiming My Time by John Hall

Reclaiming My Time by John Hall

The new album by Artist, Songwriter, Congressman and Slide Guitar legend JOHN HALL. Co-founder of the rock band Orleans

Spiritus Mundi by Nad Sylvan

Spiritus Mundi by Nad Sylvan

Prog Rock Solo artist and the voice of Steve Hackett's Genesis Revisited

FRANK MARINO

FRANK MARINO

Purchase FRANK MARINO LIVE at The Agora Theatre DVD

Third Impression 3.2 (Artist)

Third Impression 3.2 (Artist)

Second 3.2 album, a band/project that is a continuation of the band 3, which featured Robert Berry, Carl Palmer, and the late great Keith Emerson.

Renaissance

Renaissance

Renaissance the 50th Anniversary: Ashes Are Burning - An Anthology Live In Concert (2CD+DVD+Bluray)

United State of Mind Robin Trower,Maxi Priest & Livingstone Brown

United State of Mind Robin Trower,Maxi Priest & Livingstone Brown

A fantastic new album which brings together three very different UK music legends.

PERDOMO,FENANDO & DENNY SEIWELL

PERDOMO,FENANDO & DENNY SEIWELL

Ram On: 50th Anniversary Tribute To Paul & Linda McCartney's Ram

Let's Get Happy Together

Let's Get Happy Together

Maria Muldaur and Tuba Skinny

Dar.Ra

Dar.Ra

Diamonds In The Shadows By Dar.Ra From the Album Diamonds N The Shadows

From Chile With Love  DVD

From Chile With Love DVD

MARK FARNER 'S AMERICAN BAND

Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man Documentary

Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man Documentary

Mick Jagger (Actor), Keith Richards (Actor), Allen Farst (Director, Producer, Writer)

Joe Macre

Joe Macre

"BULLET TRAIN"

HOME FREE featuring Don McLean

HOME FREE featuring Don McLean

American Pie (feat. Don McLean) Home Free From the Album American Pie (feat. Don McLean)

From Headstocks to Woodstock: A Drummer's Tale Paperback –

From Headstocks to Woodstock: A Drummer's Tale Paperback –

by Ric Lee (Author)

Loverboy

Loverboy

CANADIAN MUSIC HALL OF FAME GROUP LOVERBOY 40th ANNIVERSARY VINYL EDITION OF THE MULTI-PLANTIUM CERTIFIED SELF-TITLED ALBUM 'L O V E R B O Y'

ALL EXCE$$: OCCUPATION: Concert Promoter

ALL EXCE$$: OCCUPATION: Concert Promoter

Sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll. Danny Zelisko has seen it all

THE END MACHINE

THE END MACHINE

THE END MACHINE Feat. Ex-DOKKEN, WARRANT Members: 'Phase2' Album Due In April

Rock Star Hitman: The Sledge Chronicles by David Ellefson

Rock Star Hitman: The Sledge Chronicles by David Ellefson

Rock Star Hitman: The Sledge Chronicles is the first chapter in the action-packed saga of Sledge.

No Cover -Ellefson

No Cover -Ellefson

Megadeth bassist/co-founder David Ellefson, and his solo band ELLEFSON, bring you the full-length covers release NO COVER.

'COMET' by FIREFALL

'COMET' by FIREFALL

Firefall's first album of new music in 25 years.

Son of a Milkman: My Crazy Life with Tesla

Son of a Milkman: My Crazy Life with Tesla

by Brian Wheat, Chris Epting , et al. | Dec 15, 2020

Heavy Hitters George Lynch & Jeff Pilson

Heavy Hitters George Lynch & Jeff Pilson

2020 release. Guitar-shredding virtuoso George Lynch reteams with former Dokken bandmate Jeff Pilson

Documentary

Documentary

Mean Man: The Story Of Chris Holmes

1000 Hands: Chapter One

1000 Hands: Chapter One

Jon Anderson produced by Michael Franklin

BAD REPUTATION The life and career of rock ‘n’ roll icon Joan Jett

BAD REPUTATION The life and career of rock ‘n’ roll icon Joan Jett

JOAN JETT

NELSON

NELSON

PEACE OUT

The Crazy World of Arthur Brown

The Crazy World of Arthur Brown

Gypsy Voodoo

50 Years of Jethro Tull

50 Years of Jethro Tull

MARTIN BARRE

NYC

NYC

By The Fuzztones

Albert Bouchard

Albert Bouchard

Re Imaginos For fans of Blue Öyster Cult, Blue Coupe, and Classic Rock!

Deborah Bonham & Peter Bullick

Deborah Bonham & Peter Bullick

New album coming soon by Bonham Bullick

Joey Molland

Joey Molland

Be True To Yourself

Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex (Artist)

Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex (Artist)

Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex

Two To One James Williamson & Deniz Tek

Two To One James Williamson & Deniz Tek

2 fathers of garage punk join forces for the first time ever on this odds-defying, razor sharp album!

Bromberg Plays Hendrix

Bromberg Plays Hendrix

A remixed and remastered version of veteran jazz bassist Brian Bromberg‘s 2012 tribute album to Jimi Hendrix, in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the guitar legend’s death.

DREAM FACTOR

DREAM FACTOR

By JACK CASADY

John Oates & The Good Road Band

John Oates & The Good Road Band

LIVE IN NASHVILLE

John McLaughlin

John McLaughlin

Is That So? John McLaughlin

RIK EMMETT

RIK EMMETT

RES9 Rik Emmett & RESolution 9

Andy Timmons Band

Andy Timmons Band

Theme from a Perfect World

David Gilmour

David Gilmour

First solo album featuring bassist Rick Wills

THE RED PLANET

THE RED PLANET

NEW FROM RICK WAKEMAN

Street Survivors: The True Story Of The Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash

Street Survivors: The True Story Of The Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash

Street Survivors: The True Story Of The Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash Format: DVD -Available at amazon.com

“The Gibson Sessions” by Larry McCray

“The Gibson Sessions” by Larry McCray

“The Gibson Sessions”. This collection of classic songs will rock you to the core. The inclusion of guitar virtuosos Dickie Betts, Derek Trucks, David Hidalgo, and Jimmy Herring

JOE LOUIS WALKER

JOE LOUIS WALKER

Blues Comin' On Features guest performances by fellow blues icons Keb' Mo', Eric Gales, and Albert Lee plus Detroit soul singer Mitch Ryder, harmonica virtuoso Lee Oskar, Hot Tuna's Jorma Kaukonen, punk rock vocalist Charlie Harper, legendary session player Waddy Wachtel, and many others.

Shirley King

Shirley King

Blues For A King

Neal Smith

Neal Smith

POP 85/95 Legendary ALICE COOPER GROUP drummer Neal Smith has released a new retro pop album.

PInnacle Point

PInnacle Point

Symphony of Mind

JORMA KAUKONEN

JORMA KAUKONEN

Ain't in No Hurry

MANDOKI SOULMATES

MANDOKI SOULMATES

Purchase the new double album by Mandoki Soulmates Living In The Gap + Hungarian Pictures

Black Rain

Black Rain

By Fish on Friday

Little Black Dress

Little Black Dress

Jonell Mosser with John Hall (Orleans)

Jeff Beck "Live At The Hollywood Bowl"

Jeff Beck "Live At The Hollywood Bowl"

Jimmy Hall is in the new Jeff Beck "Live At The Hollywood Bowl" DVD and CD!

LAST IN LINE II

LAST IN LINE II

Vinny Appice and LAST IN LINE

L.A.GUNS

L.A.GUNS

'CRAWL' The new single

LEE OSKAR HARMONICAS

LEE OSKAR HARMONICAS

Lee Oskar Harmonicas was founded in 1983 by harmonica virtuoso Lee Oskar, in collaboration with Tombo Mfg of Japan.

Live album By The Cyrkle

Live album By The Cyrkle

'FULL CYRKLE'

AMBROSIA

AMBROSIA

Ambrosia: Extended Versions Live

The Notorious Burrito Brothers

The Notorious Burrito Brothers

By The Burrito Brothers

Blues Image featuring Mike Pinera

Blues Image featuring Mike Pinera

TIMELESS

THE TANGENT

THE TANGENT

PROXY

JAN HAMMER

JAN HAMMER

SEASONS PT. 1

SLY And The Family Stone

SLY And The Family Stone

Playlist: The Very Best Of Sly & The Family Stone

Inside Out

Inside Out

Phantom Blues Band w/Mike Finnigan

Tommy Bolin and Friends

Tommy Bolin and Friends

Great Gypsy Soul Deluxe Edition

TOM RUSH

TOM RUSH

'V O I C E S"

LEGAL AT LAST

LEGAL AT LAST

NEW FROM A N V I L

THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES

THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES

Available on Hardcover and E-book at bookbaby.com and amazon.com

THE SERPENT RINGS

THE SERPENT RINGS

NEW from MAGNUM

THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES series one

THE ROCK STAR CHRONICLES series one

TRUTHS,CONFESSIONS AND WISDOM FROM THE MUSIC LEGENDS THAT SET US FREE by Ray Shasho

BRUCE SUDANO

BRUCE SUDANO

IN THE GARDEN OF NOVEMBER (NEW SINGLE)

Purchase Off the Peg

Purchase Off the Peg

bespoke memoirs of a bass player The Autobiography by Dave Pegg & Nigel Schofield at amazon.com

Don Felder

Don Felder

American Rock 'N' Roll

The Archivist

The Archivist

Coming soon by Rex Pickett

He Saw it Comin'

He Saw it Comin'

Jack Russell's Great White

The Lost Beach Boy

The Lost Beach Boy

By David Marks and Jon Stebbins

QUIET RIOT

QUIET RIOT

HOLLYWOOD COWBOYS available at amazon.com

THE MOTELS

THE MOTELS

The Last Few Beautiful Days available at amazon.com

THE SMITHEREENS

THE SMITHEREENS

COVERS

Myles Goodwyn

Myles Goodwyn

Friends Of The Blues 2

THE BABYS

THE BABYS

ANTHOLOGY 2 COMING BEGINNING OF 2020

Just Kool Champagne

Just Kool Champagne

By Robert Kool Bell

Dionne Warwick

Dionne Warwick

'She's Back' Latest Release

REKIHNDLED

REKIHNDLED

BY THE GREG KIHN BAND

JOHN FORD COLEY

JOHN FORD COLEY

ECLECTIC -2CD'S WITH NEW MUSIC

FRANK MARINO LONG AWAITED DVD

FRANK MARINO LONG AWAITED DVD

LIVE AT THE AGORA THEATRE

Inside Out

Inside Out

By Bernard Fowler

Detroit Breakout!

Detroit Breakout!

By the Legendary Mitch Ryder

Fire And Grace

Fire And Grace

By Alliance

Rosalie Cunningham

Rosalie Cunningham

New Solo release by Prog Rock Diva Rosalie Cunningham

soultime

soultime

SOUTHSIDE JOHNNY & THE ASBURY JUKES

By Danny Goldberg

By Danny Goldberg

Serving the Servant: Remembering Kurt Cobain

UNDERDOG HEROES

UNDERDOG HEROES

BLACK OAK ARKANSAS

Living the Dream by Uriah Heep

Living the Dream by Uriah Heep

Uriah Heep

be-bop-deluxe-futurama

be-bop-deluxe-futurama

Limited three CD edition. Digitally remastered and expanded edition of this album from the legendary British band led by Bill Nelson.

Among My Souvenirs: The Real Story

Among My Souvenirs: The Real Story

by Connie Francis (Author), Ron Roberts (Editor)

Vintage Years -Wishbone Ash

Vintage Years -Wishbone Ash

Vintage Years 1970-1991 Limited Edition Box Set, Wishbone Ash 30 Audio CD's

Fortaleza Russell Bizzett (Artist)

Fortaleza Russell Bizzett (Artist)

NEW from Jazz Drummer Russell Bizzett

DARKLIGHT

DARKLIGHT

NEW FROM 'SURVIVOR' LEGEND DAVE BICKLER

By Dennis Coffey

By Dennis Coffey

Guitars, Bars, and Motown Superstars

Stick It! by Carmine Appice

Stick It! by Carmine Appice

Stick It! My Life of Sex, Drums, and Rock 'n' Roll by Carmine Appice (Author), Rod Stewart (Foreword), Ian Gittins (Contributor)

Carmine Appice's Guitar Zeus

Carmine Appice's Guitar Zeus

ALBUM FEATURING THE BEST & WORLD-RENOWNED GUITARISTS

STRAWBS

STRAWBS

The Ferryman's Curse By The Strawbs

AIR SUPPLY

AIR SUPPLY

Live In Hong Kong

by Tim Reid  and Tom Dreesen

by Tim Reid and Tom Dreesen

Tim and Tom: An American Comedy in Black and White

Nobody Told Me by John Mayall

Nobody Told Me by John Mayall

Nobody Told Me, the new studio album from Blues Hall of Fame member, John Mayall boasts an impressive and diverse list of guest guitarists, all personal favorites of Mayall’s including Todd Rundgren, Little Steven Van Zandt of The E Street Band, Alex Lifeson from Rush, Joe Bonamassa, Larry McCray and Carolyn Wonderland who will be joining the band on tour.

New book 2019

New book 2019

Rock Doc Paperback – January 28, 2019 by Neil Ratner MD (Author)

My World -Brand new single!

My World -Brand new single!

My World by Empty Trail

Bare

Bare

Bare by Empty Trail

Come and Get Your Love

Come and Get Your Love

Come and Get Your Love: A Celebratory Ode to Redbone (1939-Present) Paperback – March 17, 2017 by Pat Vegas (Author), Jim Hoffmann (Contributor)

Hundred Seventy Split /Leo Lyons

Hundred Seventy Split /Leo Lyons

Tracks Hundred Seventy Split

Robert Berry and Keith Emerson

Robert Berry and Keith Emerson

Purchase the latest album from Robert Berry and Keith Emerson entitled 3.2 The Rules Have Changed at amazon.com

The Paul Nelson Band

The Paul Nelson Band

Purchase the latest album from The Paul Nelson Band entitled BADASS GENERATION at amazon.com

SwitHeart

SwitHeart

SwitHeart: The Watercolour Artistry & Animal Activism of Loretta Swit

By Renaissance

By Renaissance

A Symphonic Journey DVD

Curved air

Curved air

Purchase the Second Album 2 DISC EXPANDED EDITION ESOTERIC RECORDINGS NEW EXPANDED 2 DISC (CD / DVD) EDITION OF THE CLASSIC 1971 ALBUM BY CURVED AIR

Dissolution by The Pineapple Thief

Dissolution by The Pineapple Thief

Prog rock's latest sensations!

John Lodge

John Lodge

Live from Birmingham: The 10,000 Light Years Tour

BLUEPRINT

BLUEPRINT

By Stephen Bishop

Nonpoint new album

Nonpoint new album

X [Explicit] (Deluxe Edition) Nonpoint

BACK TO THE ROCK II

BACK TO THE ROCK II

Greg X.Volz and Classic Petra CPR Band

EDDIE 'DEVIL BOY'TURNER

EDDIE 'DEVIL BOY'TURNER

Naked... In Your Face Eddie Turner & Trouble Twins

RUPERT HOLMES LATEST RELEASE

RUPERT HOLMES LATEST RELEASE

Songs That Sound Like Movies: Complete Epic Recordings Import, Box Set Rupert Holmes Format: Audio CD

Blindside by Jock Bartley

Blindside by Jock Bartley

Release Date: December 13, 2007 Label: Winged Horse Records

Mark Andes latest album

Mark Andes latest album

Real World Magic By Mark Andes

Whips and Roses by Tommy Bolin

Whips and Roses by Tommy Bolin

Original Release Date: April 25, 2006 Release Date: June 15, 2018

Shade by Living Colour

Shade by Living Colour

Purchase Living Colour’s latest release Shade at amazon.com

Michael Des Barres

Michael Des Barres

The Key to the Universe by Michael Des Barres

New EP by MELANIE

New EP by MELANIE

MELANIE -Ragamuffin

The Berggren Kerslake Band

The Berggren Kerslake Band

The Sun Has Gone Hazy

GUILTY OF INNOCENCE

GUILTY OF INNOCENCE

BY JOE DENINZON & STRATOSPHEERIUS

CANDLEBOX

CANDLEBOX

'Disappearing In Airports' available now at amazon.com

URIAH HEEP

URIAH HEEP

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION

Negron Generations

Negron Generations

Descent job by Chuck and his girls. Interesting to hear the old TDN recordings

85 BPM By Alannah Myles

85 BPM By Alannah Myles

Latest album by Alannah Myles

STEVE HUNTER NEW RELEASE!

STEVE HUNTER NEW RELEASE!

BEFORE THE LIGHTS GO OUT

New Release!

New Release!

The World of Captain Beefheart Nona Hendryx & Gary Lucas

WITCHY FEELIN' BY SAVOY BROWN

WITCHY FEELIN' BY SAVOY BROWN

NEW RELEASE BY KIM SIMMONDS AND SAVOY BROWN

POWER OF PEACE

POWER OF PEACE

THE ISLEY BROTHERS AND SANTANA

FUN PARTY SPLASH-NEW SINGLE

FUN PARTY SPLASH-NEW SINGLE

CINDY BLACKMAN SANTANA

'BAD OLD WORLD' BY HONEY WEST

'BAD OLD WORLD' BY HONEY WEST

BAD OLD WORLD by HONEY WEST is available to purchase at amazon.com

GENTLE GIANT-THREE PIECE SUITE

GENTLE GIANT-THREE PIECE SUITE

GENTLE GIANT: THREE PIECE SUITE release on CD, BluRay, and Vinyl on September 29th on SoulFood Music.

'ALL TOLD’ By Roger Fisher

'ALL TOLD’ By Roger Fisher

Purchase ‘ALL TOLD’ the latest album by Roger Fisher & the Human Tribe at amazon.com

White Knight album

White Knight album

TODD RUNDGREN -WHITE KNIGHT

Lost & Found 1972-1973

Lost & Found 1972-1973

By Captain Beyond

SUZI QUATRO

SUZI QUATRO

Girl From Detroit City Import

Cobham Spectrum 40

Cobham Spectrum 40

Spectrum 40 Live Audio CD Billy Cobham (Artist)

'In the Groove' By Jim Messina

'In the Groove' By Jim Messina

To purchase 'In The Groove' with Special Guest Rusty Young visit www.jimmessina.bandcamp.com

Ken Hensley LIVE & FIRE

Ken Hensley LIVE & FIRE

New life to old classics, and some quality New tracks as well,

Bobby Kimball

Bobby Kimball

We're Not In Kansas Anymore-New Solo Release

BINKY WOMACK -WOMACK STYLE

BINKY WOMACK -WOMACK STYLE

“Womack Style” is the latest album project from Binky Womack, a member of one of the most iconic music families of all time.

Marilyn Mccoo & Billy Davis Jr. Live

Marilyn Mccoo & Billy Davis Jr. Live

Up, Up and Away…How We Found Love, F

Up, Up and Away…How We Found Love, F

This book goes behind the closed doors of pain and emptiness to the dawning of the truth in their lives. Practical and personal, Two Lives, One Heart will encourage even the most jaded reader.

Still The One: A Rock'n'Roll Journey

Still The One: A Rock'n'Roll Journey

Titled after John’s best-known song, Still the One: A Rock ‘n’ Roll Journey to Congress and Back is ultimately an ode to engagement in creating a better world.

The Outlaws Legacy Live

The Outlaws Legacy Live

NEW LIVE ALBUM BY THE OUTLAWS

Lame Brain: My Journey Back to Real

Lame Brain: My Journey Back to Real

A multi-platinum rock star’s life meets an unexpected detour when a bump on the head reveals itself to be a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

Little by Little- People I’ve Known

Little by Little- People I’ve Known

Rich Little has an exciting new book out entitled Little by Little- People I’ve Known and Been-

THE BEATLES WORLD WAR II

THE BEATLES WORLD WAR II

Purchase “The Beatles and WWII” “The best collection of Beatles covers in a film EVER” at www.gonzomultimedia.com or amazon.com

'Make Some Noise' The Dead Daisies

'Make Some Noise' The Dead Daisies

The new album by The Dead Daisies

THE BABYS -NEW RELEASE

THE BABYS -NEW RELEASE

I’ll Have Some of That

THE ROMANTICS

THE ROMANTICS

“Up From The Rubble”

JANET ROBBINS

JANET ROBBINS

I Hear Crow: Solo Piano Improvisation & Composition

FOGHAT

FOGHAT

UNDER THE INFLUENCE

LUCIE ARNAZ-LATIN ROOTS

LUCIE ARNAZ-LATIN ROOTS

A new record from TV star, Broadway performer, and daughter of Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball. * Culled from 20 successful years of concerts around the world. * Arrangements by Ron Abel and Billy Stritch. * Includes some Spanish translations by Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Oscar Huijelos. * Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil have written new, additional lyrics to their hit "Blame It On The Bossa Nova."

Albert Castiglia: BIG DOG

Albert Castiglia: BIG DOG

Released in 2016 on Ruf Records, Big Dog confirms that Albert is a different breed to the lightweights who dominate the modern music scene.

AndersonPonty Band

AndersonPonty Band

BETTER LATE THAN NEVER -NEW RELEASE!

FUTURE NOSTALGIA BY THE SHEEPDOGS

FUTURE NOSTALGIA BY THE SHEEPDOGS

Trends come and go, styles fall in and out of fashion, but The Sheepdogs remain steadfast in their commitment to rock n’ roll excellence.

RADIO EXILE

RADIO EXILE

In the post era of the FM dominated airwaves comes a new generation of classic rock, RADIO EXILE.

STEREOPTICON

STEREOPTICON

On January 8th, 2016 guitarist Gary Lucas and singer Jann Klose released 10 songs they’ve collaborated on the past three years. Their new release STEREOPTICON was recorded in New York City’s premiere analog studio The Maid’s Room in September 2014 and June 2015.

MEMOIRS of Bright Side of the Moon

MEMOIRS of Bright Side of the Moon

Pink Floyd legendary guitarist David Gilmour's ex wife Ginger Gilmour latest novel

FLEISHEREI By Gary Lucas

FLEISHEREI By Gary Lucas

The long-awaited GARY LUCAS’ FLEISCHEREI: MUSIC FROM MAX FLEISCHER CARTOONS. It's music from Max Fleischer's Betty Boop and Popeye cartoons.

BETH HART-BETTER THAN HART

BETH HART-BETTER THAN HART

It simply doesn’t get better than Beth Hart’s, self written and composed, ‘Better Than Home.’

VINNIE MOORE-AERIAL VISIONS

VINNIE MOORE-AERIAL VISIONS

The long awaited new album from the legendary guitarist has been released on Mind's Eye Music and is entitled “Aerial Visions’.

Intelligent Music Project III

Intelligent Music Project III

Intelligent Music Project III – TOUCHING THE DIVINE … features session aces Simon Phillips (drums and percussion), Nathan East (bass),Tim Pierce (guitars), and the remarkable voices of John Payne (ex-Asia) and Toto`s Joseph Williams bringing their own flavor to all 14 equally outstanding pieces in the album.

BACK TO STEEL By Martin Barre

BACK TO STEEL By Martin Barre

Martin Barre has announced the release of his sixth and most important solo album to date. Back to Steel celebrates the guitarist’s 50-year career with a return to his roots of steel strings and electric guitars released through Garage Records.

Chris Thompson'JUKEBOX'

Chris Thompson'JUKEBOX'

Jukebox - The Ultimate Collection 1975-2015 by Chris Thompson

Claudette King 'We're Onto Something

Claudette King 'We're Onto Something

Possessing as much flash as her father, BB King, The Bluz Queen spews her newest singles from her CD "We're Onto something" fusing a feisty mixture of Blues and POP earning her the golden thumbs up from comrades in the industry.

Billy Sherwood-Divided By One

Billy Sherwood-Divided By One

BILLY SHERWOOD is the current bass player in the band YES. Billy is also the founder of the progressive rock band CIRCA with original Yes keyboardist Tony Kaye. And So On is the band’s third release and greatest innovative achieveme

MAP

MAP

The Moraz Alban Project Patrick Moraz and Greg Alban

GOT TO GET BACK

GOT TO GET BACK

Latest album by Bruce Kulick and KKB

Rags & Classics

Rags & Classics

Dave Edmunds recently released album entitled ‘Rags & Classics’ via the MVD Entertainment Group.

Soul Ballads

Soul Ballads

David Clayton-Thomas ....Covers of all-time soul-classics including songs by Ray Charles, Sam & Dave, Otis Redding, Sam Cooke and many others.

Combo

Combo

David Clayton-Thomas returns to lead his Toronto based "Combo" through some of the greatest songs of all time.

'Engelbert Calling'

'Engelbert Calling'

Engelbert Humperdinck's highly anticipated and critically-acclaimed double-CD entitled… “Engelbert Calling” which features incredible duets with some of the world’s most recognized names in music.

'American Stranger' by Lunden Reign

'American Stranger' by Lunden Reign

The album's concept is a complete story from end to end. It was designed to be a sort of 'rock opera' about intolerance and those willing to stand up to it as well as those it's destroying. Lunden Reign has also signed a distribution deal for American Stranger with Cleopatra Records in Los Angeles.

'The Magnificent Moodies'

'The Magnificent Moodies'

The Moody Blues 50th Anniversary re-mastered release -‘The Magnificent Moodies’ –Esoteric Recordings (Cherry Red Records) An Official (Deluxe 2 CD) 50th Anniversary Edition of the Moody Blues debut album is now available. Re-mastered from the first generation master tapes, along with all the singles the band recorded between 1964 and 1966. Notably, this collection includes 29 previously unreleased bonus tracks.

'Tits 'N Ass' from Golden Earring

'Tits 'N Ass' from Golden Earring

Latest release from Golden Earring

Trini Lopez

Trini Lopez

-Exhibit Records announces the release of a Special 50th Anniversary Numbered Limited Edition album of 'Trini Lopez At PJ’S'

DARRYL WAY

DARRYL WAY

‘Children of the Cosmos’ -New Release

Keith Emerson & Greg Lake

Keith Emerson & Greg Lake

Keith Emerson & Greg Lake –‘Live from Manticore Hall’

'Super Session'

'Super Session'

AL KOOPER-MICHAEL BLOOMFIELD- STEPHEN STILLS 'Super Session' (Hybrid Multichannel SACD)- Remastered

JULIAN LENNON

JULIAN LENNON

'Everything Changes' -New Release

TONY JOE WHITE

TONY JOE WHITE

'Hoodoo' -Latest Release

SALIVA

SALIVA

'Rise Up' -Latest Release

THE OAK RIDGE BOYS

THE OAK RIDGE BOYS

'Boys Night Out' -New Release

IAN ANDERSON

IAN ANDERSON

'Homo Erraticus' -New Release

JACK BRUCE

JACK BRUCE

'Silver Rails' -New Release

CHRIS THOMPSON

CHRIS THOMPSON

'Toys & Dishes' -New Release

ANDY SUMMERS/CIRCA ZERO

ANDY SUMMERS/CIRCA ZERO

'Circus Hero' -Latest Release

NAZARETH

NAZARETH

'Rock 'N' Roll Telephone' -New Release

THE CRAZY WORLD OF ARTHUR BROWN

THE CRAZY WORLD OF ARTHUR BROWN

'Zim Zam Zim' -New Release

John Mayall Latest

John Mayall Latest

John Mayall 'A Special Life- New Release

Randy Bachman

Randy Bachman

Randy Bachman 'Every Song Tells A Story'

Mary Sarah and Friends

Mary Sarah and Friends

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