The Loudini Rock and Roll Circus

On this week's show...

Loudini: The Who kiss and make up with Zach (entertainment world), Aaron Sterling Over complicating AC/DC(rick beato), PRS DGT the Les Paul for Tele Players(Ask Zach), Why Jeff Beck and John Paul Jones stopped speaking(studio number 6)(hi ho silver lining), Brief History of Peavey Amplifiers(Jamie Holroyd Guitar), Loudini asked to join Ghost tribute band, The Brothers AM(pete thorn), Steel Panther’s Pocket Pussy Melter(riffs beards and guitars), Prince’s Soundcheck…holy shit! Pigs in Space,

Riff of the Week: Are You Gonna Go My Way; Lenny Kravitz

Pittsburgh Kevin: Laurie Norris, Your Mom’s House Podcast,

Film Corner: The Lion The Witch & The Wardrobe, In The Line of Fire, YouTube hand wringing over fantastic four, Sinners, Bill & Ted Face The Music,

This Week In Rock – April 22 – April 28

Born This Week in Rock History:

4/22/1950 – Peter Frampton (guitar, Humble Pie)

Died This Week in Rock History:

4/22/2013 – Richie Havens (folk singer-songwriter, guitarist)

Music Releases and Top of the Charts:

4/22/1972 – Deep Purple’s Machine Head hits #1 in the U.K.

This Week in Rock History: 

4/22/1969 – John Lennon very publicly changes his middle name from “Winston” to “Ono.”

4/22/1978 – Bob Marley and the Wailers perform their first show, and Marley makes his first public appearance in Jamaica, after being wounded in an assassination attempt a year and a half earlier. We love Bob Marley and very much hate the would-be assassin.

4/22/1978 – On tonight’s Saturday Night Live, John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd team up to debut two new characters called “The Blues Brothers,” who perform a cover of Sam and Dave’s “Soul Man.”

4/23/1963 – During a Rolling Stones performance at the Crawdaddy Club, the band meets another band, called The Beatles for the very first time. We can’t decide who should have been more starstruck.

4/23/1981 – Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins join Johnny Cash onstage at his show in Stuttgart, West Germany, performing their hits and some mutual country, blues, and gospel favorites. The concert is later released as the LP The Survivors.

4/24/1968 – The newly-formed Apple Records decides not to sign a young talent named David Bowie.

4/24/1976 – John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and Linda McCartney spent an evening together at Lennon’s NYC apartment kicking back and watching some Saturday Night Live. The show’s producer, Lorne Michaels, went on the air and invited The Beatles to show up at SNL and perform three songs. Lennon and McCartney seriously considered taking a cab down to the studio, but ultimately decided they were too tired to make it down, much to the dismay of basically every music fan ever. This was the last time the two Beatles ever spent together.

4/24/1990 – Roger Waters’ road crew was working on construction of the set for The Wall in Potsdamer Platz, Germany, when they discovered an undetonated explosive from World War II.

4/25/1974 – According to the new issue of Rolling Stone, “streaking” has become so popular that Yes and Gregg Allman concerts have been interrupted by the fad. At a recent Beach Boys concert, the magazine says, the band was streaked by its own crew.

4/25/1979 – The Police made their television debut on the BBC TV’s Top of the Pops, playing their catchy hit “Roxanne.”

4/26/1977 – The disco boom gets rolling in earnest with the opening of Steve Rubell’s new glitzy and ultra-exclusive club, Studio 54, in New York. Among the guests invited opening night: Cher, Mick Jagger and wife Bianca, Debbie Harry, Donald and Ivana Trump, Liza Minnelli, Jerry Hall, Halston, Margaux Hemingway, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Salvador Dali, Brooke Shields, Martha Graham, and Robin Leach.

4/27/1975 – 511 audience members are in custody in Los Angeles for smoking marijuana during Pink Floyd’s recent five nights at the Los Angeles Arena.

4/28/1963 – London hustler and PR man Andrew Loog Oldham gets his first glimpse of the Rolling Stones onstage at the Crawdaddy Club; the very next day, he becomes their manager.

4/28/1968 – Hair, the hit Broadway rock musical about the hippie movement, opened in New York City at the Biltmore Theatre. Included in the show are famous songs such as “Good Morning Starshine,” “Aquarius,” “Let The Sunshine In,” and “Easy To Be Hard,” which have all been recorded by other pop or rock artists as well. The show ran for 1,729 performances and closed in the summer of 1972.

4/28/1982 – Certain “experts” gave testimony to the California State Assembly Consumer Protection Committee that when Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway To Heaven” is played backward, you can hear the following words: “I sing because I live with Satan. The Lord turns me off, there’s no escaping it. Here’s to my sweet Satan, whose power is Satan. He will give you 666. I live for Satan.” Since this is very obviously 100% true, “Stairway To Heaven” should be avoided at all costs. No, we’re kidding, always listen to “Stairway,” we love it and it’s the best.

Photo credit: Longtime Floyd collaborator Storm Thorgerson provided the “Division Bell” album artwork

What’s New With The Circus This Week?

Loudini: Cher Speaks on Leon Russell(Golden Prime), Guitar Platitudes That Are Wrong(Jack Fossett), Level Up Your Tone for FREE(Robert Jackson), Can AC/DC Pull Off Another Tour?(Michael Noland)

Riff of the Week: A Passage To Bangkok

Pittsburgh Kevin: so bad it’s good; she farted so hard she died, Keith Moon

Movie Corner: WTF Moments in Star Wars(Star Wars Fanatic), Shatner Takes Issue with Trek(WDW Pro), Lucy, The Wolf Pack, Late Night with The Devil

*April 21, 1978: Sandy Denny, British folk-rock singer, died from a brain hemorrhage after a fll. citeturn0search0

On this week's Show Loudini gets into Joe Elliot on Def Leppard using Tracks(rock feed), Morris Day & Prince Feud (Golden Roots), Joe Bonamassa, Charlie Starr, Phil X share their guitar secrets(Gibson Gear Guide), Guitar Stores vs. Buying Online/ Stores Closing, GAK & Bachs (Rob Chapman), Tim May talks about his work on the Back to the Future sound track, Jurassic Park is REAL

Riff of the Week:  Livin’ Lovin’ Maid; Led Zeppelin

Film Corner: The Hidden Story in 2001 a Space Odyssey(Rob Ager), The House Was Not Hungry Then, The Monkey

Pittsburgh Kevin: Glory Days; Bruce Springsteen, the story behind song Baker Street, Peter Fampton, The Fire Festival,

This Week in Rock History: April 8 – April 14

Born This Week in Rock History

4/8/1944 – Keef Hartley (Drums, John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, Keef Hartley Band)

4/9/1932 – Carl Perkins (Rock and Roll Singer-Songwriter)

4/10/1959 – Brian Setzer (singer/guitarist. Stray Cats)

4/11/1987 – Joss Stone (Soul Singer)

4/12/1915 – Hound Dog Taylor (pivotal blues musician)

4/12/1921 – Shakey Jake Harris (Blues Singer/Harp player)

4/13/1945 – Lowell George (guitarist/singer, Little Feat)

Died This Week in Rock History

4/8/2001 – Pedro Depestre Gonzales (violinist – Buena Vista Social Club)

4/8/2001 – Van Stephenson (Country singer-songwriter – Blackhawk)

4/9/1988 – Dave Prater (Vocals, Sam and Dave)

4/9/2009 – Randy Cain (Soul Singer for Delfonics)

4/9/1988 – Brook Benton (Soul Singer)

4/10/2009 – Rocky Hill (Blues musician)

4/11/2006 – June Pointer (Pointer Sisters)

4/11/2017 – J. Geils (guitar, J. Geils Band)

4/12/1999 – Boxcar Willie (Country Singer)

4/13/2004 – Ritchie Cordell (Songwriter)

4/14/2015 – Percy Sledge (RNR Inductee- Singer Songwriter

Music Releases and Top of the Charts:

4/8/1977 – The Clash by The Clash is released

4/9/1979 – Supertramp’s Breakfast in America is certified Gold

4/13/1973 – The Wailers, led by Bob Marley, release fifth studio album, Catch a Fire.

4/14/1988 – Public Enemy’s sophomore album, It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, is released.

This Week in Rock History: 

4/8/1994 – The RIAA proclaims that Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon” is now the fourth best-selling album in US history, passing the 13 million copies sold mark in that country. If you haven’t heard it, give it a listen, it’s pretty good.

4/8/2006 – The Rolling Stones make their mainland China debut in Shanghai! Setlist opens with “Start Me Up” and the encore was “You Can’t Always Get What You Want” and “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction.” Bringin’ all the hits! However, three songs were banned from being played: Brown Sugar, Honky Tonk Women, and Rough Justice. Boo!

4/9/1966 – During a Yardbirds show in Marseilles, France, guitarist Jeff Beck collapses from exhaustion; eleven years later to the day, his former bandmate Jimmy Page causes the end of a Led Zeppelin gig in Chicago when he’s struck down by stomach cramps. No record of former Yard bird Eric Clapton’s having a show-ending medical problem on April 9th.

4/9/1967 – The Doors play before their first large crowd when they appear (along with Jefferson Airplane) in front of 3,000 at a show in Venice, CA. No known complete setlist exists, although Setlist.fm reports that the band played “When the Music’s Over” and “Back Door Man” during the show.

4/9/1973 – Queen play their first show since being signed, a “showcase” gig at London’s Marquee Club.

4/10/1959- Leo Fender patents the successor to his popular “Telecaster” model of electric guitar, this time called the “Stratocaster. “And isn’t she beeeeyouuuutiful?

4/10/1970 – The Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek drags Jim Morrison off the stage after the Dionysian front man asks the audience, “Would you like to see my genitals?” The theater management then quickly cut power. No word on the audience’s response.

4/10/1970 – Paul McCartney announces the end of The Beatles. In his statement he said, “I have no future plans to record or appear with The Beatles again, or to write any music with John.”

4 / 11 / 1961- New York City gets its first introduction to a young folksinger named Bob Dylan when he makes his live Gotham debut at Gerde’s Folk City, opening for John Lee Hooker and performing a new song entitled “Blowin’ In The Wind.” Mr. Dylan would go on to have a nice career.

4/11/1968 – Janis Joplin makes her television debut when Big Brother and the Holding Company perform on ABC-TV’s variety show Hollywood Palace.

4/12/1961 – At tonight’s Grammy ceremonies, Ray Charles takes home four awards, including a Best Male Vocal for “Georgia On My Mind.”

4/12/1973 – Stevie Wonder becomes one of the first rock stars to appear on PBS-TV’s Sesame Street.

4/13/2010 – Ron Isley of The Isley Brothers is released from jail after serving 3 years for tax evasion.

4/14/1970 – Creedence Clearwater Revival makes their live UK debut at London’s Royal Albert Hall.

https://jbonamassa.com/this-week-in-rock-history-april-8-april-14-2/

Did you know... that Hendrix HATED Led Zeppelin & Pink Floyd?  Aldo Nova plays FAKE Gibsons? Huey Lewis was not very hip about "Hip To Be Square" being used in American Psycho? Yes.. we reveal all of this and more on this week's Loudini Rock & Roll Circus Podcast!

Our Week:

Loudini: Hendrix Hated Led Zeppelin (Rock Rewind), Chris Hayes (Huey Lewis) talks about “If This is It” and “Hip To Be Square” (Vertex Effects), Warren Zevon’s Only “Hit” (Professor of Rock), Pay to play, buy ons and future of gigging and the indie musician (Dean Michaels), Kennedy Driver Shoots President?(Robert Harris), Happy 42nd Birthday to the Meaning of Life

Riff of the week: Spirit of Radio breakdown section riff

Pittsburgh Kevin: the shaggs; my pal foot foot, Aldo Nova’s Chibson, Meytal Cohen, Keep On Walking

Film Corner: The Shining & Eyes Wide Shut Common Themes, Parenthood, Zelig, North By Northwest, They Cloned Tyrone, Red Letter Media; Willy Wonka

This Week In Rock History:

3/29/1947 – Bobby Kimball (vocals, Toto)

3/29/1949 – Michael Brecker (jazz saxophone)

3/29/1959 – Perry Farrell (vocals, Jane’s Addiction)

4/1/1945 – John Barbata (Drums, Jefferson Airplane & Jefferson Starship)

4/2/1939 – Marvin Gaye (R&B and Soul Singer-Songwriter)

4/2/1952 – Leon Wilkerson (bass, Lynyrd Skynyrd)

4/3/1943 – Richard Manuel (Lead Vocals & Piano, The Band)

4/4/1913 – Muddy Waters (Blues Singer-Songwriter & Guitarist)

4/4/1932 – Clive Davis (Record Mogul, Arista Records)

4/4/1948 – Berry Oakley (Bass, The Allman Brothers Band)

4/4/1948 – Pick Withers (Drums, Dire Straits)

4/4/1952 – Gary Moore (Guitar, Thin Lizzy & Skid Row)

3/29/1999 – Joe Williams (Jazz Singer)

3/29/2001 – John Lewis (The Modern Jazz Quartet)

3/30/2013 – Phil Ramone (Music Producer – Billy Joel)

3/30/2008 – Sean Levert (Levert)

3/31/1993 – Mitchell Parish (Songwriter – Deep Purple, Stardust)

3/31/1986 – O’Kelly Isley (The Isley Brothers)

4/1/2004 – Paul Atkinson (Guitarist for The Zombies)

4/1/1917 – Scott Joplin (Ragtime Pianist & Composer)

4/1/1984 – Marvin Gaye (R&B and Soul Singer-Songwriter)

4/2/2003 – Edwin Starr (Soul singer)

4/2/1996 – Guitar Gabriel (Blues musician)

4/3/1990 – Sarah Vaughan (Jazz Vocalist)

3/29/1969 – Blood, Sweat, and Tears’s self-titled LP hits #1

What’s more, the kind of popular band had nine other singles scattered around the Hot 100. Earlier in the month, The Beatles had had a similar showing on the Canadian and Australian charts. Beatlemania in full effect!

3/29/1975 – Led Zeppelin becomes the first band in history to have six albums on the Billboard chart simultaneously: Physical Graffiti, Led Zeppelin IV, House of the Holy, Led Zeppelin II, Led Zeppelin and Led Zeppelin III.

https://jbonamassa.com/march-29th-april-4th-this-week-in-rock/

Loudini: Has Diversity Hurt Music?(Richard The Fourth), Chino Moreno is done with autograph seekers(rock feed), David Bowie’s Swimming Pool Was Possessed(poetic wax), Billy Joel loses his shit in the USSR(david hartley), Imaginary Bass(distort the preamp)

Movie Corner:  The Gauntlet, True Crime, Red Letter Media on Bill & Ted, Star Wars Facts, 

Riff of the Week: Stone In Love; Neal Schon(Journey)

Pittsburgh Kevin: Carol Kaye, GEL, Sophie Lloyd, So Bad It’s Good: Joey Breaux; Wicked Games

This Week In Rock History:

3/22/1943 – Keith Relf (Vocals-Harmonica, The Yardbirds)

3/22/2005 – Rod Price (guitar, Foghat)

3/22/1965 – Bob Dylan releases Bringing It All Back Home

3/28/1970 – Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young release “Woodstock”

3/22/2006 – Aerosmith cancels the rest of their Rockin’ The Joint tour.  Reason being to allow lead singer Steven Tyler to have throat surgery to treat strained vocal chords.

3/22/1997 – Paul McCartney’s original birth certificate is sold to a private Beatles collector for $84,146.

3/22/1976 – While campaigning for US President, Jimmy Carter tells NARM (The National Association of Record Merchandisers) that he listened to Bob Dylan, Grateful Dead, and Led Zeppelin while Governor of Georgia.

3/22/1974 – Ten Years After play their final gig, seven years after their first one.

3/25/1964 – The Beatles made their debut on UK TV show Top Of The Pops singing ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ and ‘You Can’t Do That.’ The show had been recorded on March 19th.

3/25/1967 – The Who and Cream made their U.S. concert debut at RKO 58th Street Theatre, New York City as part of a rock & roll extravaganza promoted by DJ Murray the K.

3/25/1983 – Motown Records celebrated its 25 anniversary with a concert in Pasadena, featuring; The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, Jr. Walker, The Commodores, Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson and The Jackson 5.

3/26/1971 – The Rolling Stones “lips and tongue” logo makes its first appearance on VIP passes.

https://jbonamassa.com/march-22-march-28-this-week-in-rock/

This Week In The World Of Loudini:

Loudini: The Greatest American Hero almost didn’t happen(Rawteur),, Disturbed burns Chicago Bulls(rock feed), Phil Collins vs Jimmy Page(MusicGuru), Trump’s Chibsons(Guitar Max), Robert Plant Singing with Van Halen?(rockfeed), Billy vs Tommy(CineRanter), The Story of Money for Nothing(David Hartley), Loudini’s Audition, Crimson Tide, The Cocoa Puffs Conspiracy

Pittsburgh Kevin: astronauts home, hang on sloopy video by the mccoys, Spinal Tap II, Journey power outage

This Week In Rock History:

3/15/1912 – Lightnin’ Hopkins (Blues Singer-Songwriter)

3/15/1940 – Phil Lesh (bass, Grateful Dead)

3/15/1943 – Sly Stone (vocals & multi-instrumentalist, Sly and the Family Stone)

3/15/1947 – Ry Cooder (guitarist & songwriter, multiple genres)

3/15/1955 – Dee Snider (singer, Twisted Sister)

3/16/1948 – Michael Bruce (guitar and keyboards, Alice Cooper Band)

3/17/1919 – Nat King Cole (jazz singer)

3/17/1941 – Paul Kantner (guitar, Jefferson Airplane)

3/17/1951 – Scott Gorham (guitarist, Thin Lizzy, Supertramp)

3/17/1967 – Billy Corgan (singer, Smashing Pumpkins)

3/18/1941 – Wilson Pickett (R&B Superstar)

3/18/1948 – Bobby Whitlock (keys, Derek, and the Dominoes)

3/18/1966 – Jerry Cantrell (guitar, Alice in Chains)

3/19/1930 – Ornette Coleman (Pivotal jazz musician)

3/19/1953 – Ricky Helton Wilson (guitarist for The B-52s)

3/19/1946 – Paul Atkinson (guitarist for The Zombies)

3/20/1936 – Lee “Scratch” Perry (Producer, Bob Marley & the Wailers)

3/20/1951 – Jimmie Vaughan (The Fabulous Thunderbirds)

3/21/1902 – Son House (Blues Singer & Guitarist)

3/21/1930 – Otis Spann (Blues Pianist)

3/15/1929 – Pinetop Smith (Blues Pianist)

3/15/2014 – Scott Asheton (drums, The Stooges)

3/16/1975 – T-Bone Walker (Blues singer-songwriter)

3/17/1990 – Ric Grech (bass, Traffic, Blind Faith)

3/18/2001 – John Phillips (The Mamas & the Papas)

3/18/2017 – Chuck Berry (Pioneer of Rock N Roll)

3/18/2009 – Eddie Bo dies (New Orleans singer/pianist)

3/19/1976 – Paul Kossoff (Paul Kossoff, Free)

3/19/1982 – Randy Rhoads (guitar, Ozzy Osbourne’s band)

3/20/1988 – Gil Evans (Canadian jazz pianist / Miles Davis)

3/21/1991 – Leo Fender (Guitar Manufacturer / Innovator)

3/21/2011 – Joe Willie “Pinetop” Perkins (Blues Pianist)

3/21/2008 – Klaus Dinger (Kraftwerk and Neu!)

MUSIC RELEASES & TOP OF THE CHARTS:

3/15/1976 – KISS releases Destroyer.

3/17/1965 – “The Last Time” by The Rolling Stones hits the U.K. #1.

3/18/1972 – “Heart of Gold” by Neil Young goes #1

3/19/1962 – Bob Dylan is released.

3/19/1975 – KISS release Dressed To Kill

3/19/1981 – The #1 U.S. single is The J Geils Band’s “Centerfold.”

3/19/1996 – Barenaked Ladies release their third studio album, Born On A Pirate Ship.

3/20/1967 – “Penny Lane” / “Strawberry Fields Forever” goes gold.

3/20/1971 – “Me and Bobby McGee” by Janis Joplin hits #1

3/20/1982 – “I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll” by Joan Jett and the Blackhearts hit #1

3/21/2000 – Nickel Creek release self-titled album, produced by bluegrass star Alison Krauss.

On March 17, 2005, Robert Plant received his Grammy Lifetime Achievement award at Austin’s SXSW festival.

3/18/2008 – Brenda Lee, Gene Pitney, Isaac Hayes, The Ramones, Talking Heads and Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers are inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

3/18/2008 – Among other artists, Lou Reed, Damien Rice, and Moby take part in the Speak Up! concert (which benefits Iraq war veterans) held at St. Ann’s Warehouse in Brooklyn, New York.

3/18/1992 – Donna Summer gets a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

3/19/1975 – The movie version of The Who’s rock opera Tommy premieres in America.

3/19/1982 – Ozzy Osbourne’s guitarist Randy Rhoads dies when he takes a plane ride with a pilot who tries to buzz Ozzy’s tour bus. When the wing hits the bus, the plane crashes into a nearby house, killing Rhoads, the pilot, and the tour costume designer/hairdresser.

3/19/1978 – Billy Joel makes his UK concert debut at London’s Theatre Royal.

3/20/2008 – The Eagles launch their world tour in support of their album Long Road Out of Eden.

3/20/1989 – After 37 years on the air, Dick Clark announces he will discontinue hosting his creation, ABC-TV’s highly influential American Bandstand. Meanwhile, the show continues with another host, but folds for good shortly after.

3/20/1976 – Alice Cooper gets married for the first (and only) time. His bride is Sheryl Goddard, a 19-year-old dance instructor who had performed on his Welcome To My Nightmare tour.

3/20/1975 – Patti Smith and Television begin a 7-week residency at CBGB in New York City. While, doing these shows, Smith refines these songs to later appear on her debut album Horses.

3/20/1975 – The first Motown package tour begins in the UK with a show in North London. On the bill are The Supremes, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, and Martha & the Vandellas.

3/21/1994 – Bruce Springsteen wins an Oscar for the song “Streets of Philadelphia” from the Tom Hanks movie Philadelphia.

3/21/2000 – Soul Coughing disbands after eight years and three albums.

What we got up to this week:

Loudini: Mississippi Burning, The Curse of the Necklace, Wolfgang is his own man (alternativenation), EVH blows off Joe Satriani(altnertaivenation), Eric Clapton and Eddie Van Halen Fallout(studio number six), Pat Bentar austin city limits, My audition,

Riff of the week: 8675309/Jenny

Pittsburgh Kevin: So bad it’s good: Jenny Stardust, Ain’t that a kick in the c*unt, tune your guitar, can you fall out of love with a song? Laura cox, best in show, Crimson Tide

Your Week In Rock History:

3/09/1936 – Mickey Gilley (American country singer, Urban Cowboy)

3/9/1942 – John Cale (composer, singer-songwriter -Velvet Underground)

3/9/1942 – Gary Walker (The Standells, The Walker Brothers)

3/10/1947 – Tom Sholz (Rock guitarist/keyboardist – Boston)

3/10/1953 – Ronnie Earl (American blues guitarist – The Broadcasters)

3/10/1955 – Gary Louris (American singer-songwriter, musician – Jayhawks)

3/10/1963 – Jeff Ament (American musician – Pearl Jam)

3/11/1974 – Adam Wakeman (keys, Ozzy Osbourne)

3/11/1964 – Vinnie Paul (American drummer – Pantera)

3/12/1917 – Leonard Chess (Record Mogul, Chess Records)

3/12/1948 – James Taylor (Rock Singer-Songwriter)

3/12/1949 – Bill Payne (piano, Little Feat)

3/12/1949 – Mike Gibbins (drums, Badfinger)

3/12/1956 – Steve Harris (bass, Iron Maiden)

3/12/1969 – Graham Coxon (guitar, Blur)

3/13/1960 – Adam Clayton (bass, U2)

3/14/1933 – Quincy Jones (A Legend)

3/14/1943 – Jim Pons (bassist – Turtles, Mothers of Invention)

3/15/1912 – Lightnin’ Hopkins (Blues Singer-Songwriter)

3/15/1940 – Phil Lesh (bass, Grateful Dead)

3/15/1943 – Sly Stone (vocals & multi-instrumentalist, Sly and the Family Stone)

3/15/1947 – Ry Cooder (guitarist & songwriter, multiple genres)

3/15/1955 – Dee Snider (singer, Twisted Sister)

3/08/1973 – Ron “Pigpen” McKernan (American rocker – Grateful Dead)

3/09/1993 – Bob Crosby (American jazz singer, bandleader Bobcats)

3/10/1989 – Doc Green (American singer – The Drifters)

3/10/1997 – La Vern Baker (American singer)

3/11/1986 – Sonny Terry (Piedmont Blues Musician)

3/11/2016 – Keith Emerson (keys, Emerson, Lake, & Palmer)

3/12/1955 – Charlie Parker (Jazz Saxophonist)

3/12/2012 – Michael Hossack (drums, The Doobie Brothers)

3/12/2013 – Clive Burr (drums, Iron Maiden)

3/13/1985 – Robert “Bob” Shad (American producer, record label owner Big Brother & Holding Co.)

3/14/1991 – Doc Pomus (American blues singer and songwriter)

3/15/1929 – Pinetop Smith (Blues Pianist)

3/15/2014 – Scott Asheton (drums, The Stooges)

3/12/1967 – The Velvet Underground Releases The Velvet Underground and Nico

3/12/1971 – The Allman Brothers’ record “Live At Fillmore East” on May 12th and May 13th.

3/13/1967 – The Beatles’ “Penny Lane” hits #1.

3/13/1968 – The Byrd’s Greatest Hits goes gold.

3/13/1976 – The Eagles’ Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975) hits #1.

3/13/1980 – Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon goes platinum.

3/15/1976 – KISS releases Destroyer.

Paul McCartney is knighted by the Queen on March 11, 1997.

On March 12, 2007, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducts Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, R.E.M., Van Halen, The Ronettes, and Patti Smith.

On March 12, 1958, Billie Holiday is sentenced to one year of probation for heroin possession by a Philadelphia court. She pleads guilty to the charge.

On March 12, 1969, Paul McCartney marries Linda Eastman. On that same day, the police busts George Harrison and his wife for possession of marijuana. No other members of the Beatles attended their wedding, but at least George had a good excuse.

On March 12, 1974, John Lennon and Harry Nilsson get drunk and thrown out of a Smothers Brothers comedy show at the Troubadour in Los Angeles. At the same time, they’re accused of causing a disturbance during the show. The press calls Nilsson a bad influence on Lennon. Later, Nilsson comments, “It ruined my reputation for 10 years. Get one Beatle drunk and look what happens.”

On March 12, 2003, The Rolling Stones are about to embark on their first tour of China. However, the Chinese government bans the Stones from playing a list of songs that they find controversial. The tracks includes classics like “Honky Tonk Women,” “Let’s Spend the Night Together,” and “Brown Sugar.” Guys, censorship is bad, especially in rock and roll.

On March 13, 1965, Eric Clapton quits The Yardbirds over his fears that they are becoming too commercial and veering away from the R&B and blues rock that he loves. For his next endeavor, he joins up with John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers for their legendary collaborative album known in blues rock lore as the “Beano” album.

On March 13, 2006, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducted Blondie, Miles Davis, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Black Sabbath and The Sex Pistols. Bunch o’ punks that they were, The Sex Pistols did not attend the ceremony and rejected the induction. Furthermore, Tommy Iommi almost wasn’t allowed to bring his awards home to England because of the security is concern that it could be used as a weapon.

Eric Clapton goes to the hospital with a near-fatal ulcer and cancels the rest of his 47 tour dates on March 14, 1981.

On March 14, 1998, Johnny Cash won the Grammy for Best Country Album. After a few weeks, his record company puts a full-page ad in Billboard magazine with an old photo of Cash extending his middle finger obscenely. The ad reads, “American Recordings and Johnny Cash would like to acknowledge the Nashville music establishment and country radio for your support.”

Your Week In Rock:

Spiritbox Releases 'Tsunami Sea': Canadian heavy metal band Spiritbox released their second studio album, Tsunami Sea, on March 7, 2025.

Destruction Drops 'Birth of Malice': German thrash metal band Destruction unveiled their latest album, Birth of Malice, on March 7, 2025.

Whitechapel Releases 'Hymns in Dissonance': American deathcore band Whitechapel released their new album, Hymns in Dissonance, on March 7, 2025.

Edge of Paradise Presents 'Prophecy': American rock band Edge of Paradise released their latest album, Prophecy, on March 7, 2025.

Smith/Kotzen Collaborate on 'Black Light / White Noise': Adrian Smith and Richie Kotzen released their joint album, Black Light / White Noise, on March 7, 2025.

Sadist Unveils 'Something to Pierce': Italian progressive death metal band Sadist released their new album, Something to Pierce, on March 7, 2025.

Christian Mistress Returns with 'Children of the Earth': After a decade-long hiatus, American heavy metal band Christian Mistress released their album, Children of the Earth, on March 7, 2025.

Carnal Forge Releases 'The Fractured Process' EP: Swedish thrash metal band Carnal Forge released their new EP, The Fractured Process, on March 7, 2025.

Love/Hate Drops 'Punk Rock Fiesta!': American rock band Love/Hate released their latest album, Punk Rock Fiesta!, on March 1, 2025.

Black Sabbath Announces Final Reunion Show: Black Sabbath announced they will reunite for a final charity show titled "Back to the Beginning" at Villa Park, Birmingham, on July 5, 2025.

Our Week:

Loudini: Elon on Rogan, You people are full of shit, Spacelift(trek cadet), Mohini Dey(Scotts bass lessons), Instagram Casting(WDW pro), SADE’s Perfect Bass Line(PDBass), Not Looking Good for Marshall (big jake music), is Revolution#9 actually good?(polyphonic), The Brutalist, LouLombardiGuitar on YouTube, Harvey Weinstein & Candice Owens, RJ Ronquillo Cryptid Fuzz,

Riff of The Week: Limelight by RUSH

Pittsburgh Kevin: where’d it go? One flew over the cuckoo’s net, tik tok vampyra, so bad it’s good: worse band cover; cocaine

Week in Rock March 1-March 7

3/1/1974 – Rush releases their debut album.

3/1/1942 – Michael Giles (King Crimson)

3/02/2008 – Jeff Healey (Jazz and blues-rock vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter)

3/1/1973 – Tom Waits releases Closing Time, his stunning debut album.

3/1/1968 – Johnny Cash marries June Carter.

3/1/1969 – The Doors’ Jim Morrison is arrested after allegedly exposing himself on stage to the audience. In 2010, the governor of Florida gave him a posthumous pardon.

3/1/1994 – The “Best Metal Performance With Vocals” Grammy Award goes to Ozzy Osbourne (formerly of Black Sabbath), for his song “I Don’t Want To Change the World.” Ozzy beat out Iron Maiden, Megadeth, Suicidal Tendencies, and White Zombie for the award.

3/1/1974 – Queen starts their first headlining tour. The gig is at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens.

3/1/1974 – Rush releases their debut album.

3/2/1988 – U2 is awarded their first Grammy awards, “Album of the Year” and “Best Performance by Rock Duo or Group with Vocal” for their gorgeous album The Joshua Tree. The Album of the Year        award went to U2 over Whitney Houston for Whitney, Michael Jackson for Bad, Trio by Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton, and Linda Ronstadt, as well as Sign o’ the Times by Prince.

3/3/1978 – The first ever Van Halen U.S. tour begins; they are the opening act for Journey.

3/3/1973 – The Concert for Bangladesh wins the Grammy for “Album of the Year.” This live album, recorded at Madison Square Garden, was organized by George Harrison and features Eric Clapton and Bob Dylan. Other artists that were nominated for the award included Don McLean, the cast of Jesus Christ Superstar, Neil Diamond, and Nilsson.

3/3/1966 – Buffalo Springfield is formed

3/3/1965 – Eric Clapton plays his last gig as a Yardbird. After leaving the band, he joins John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, his replacement is Jeff Beck.

3/3/1967 – The Jeff Beck Group gives their first live performance in London with their new vocalist Rod Stewart.

3/3/1981 – U2 starts their first major U.S. tour in Washington, D.C. at a club called “The Bayou”.

3/5/1963 – Cline appeared at a benefit show in Kansas City, Missouri. To return home, she boarded a plane along with country performers Cowboy Copas, Hawkshaw Hawkins and manager Randy Hughes. Upon hitting rough weather, the plane crashed outside of Camden, Tennessee, killing all those on board.

3/5/1971 – Led Zeppelin embarks on their “Thank You” tour, by going to the small clubs that helped them out three years earlier.

3/6/1966 – The Rolling Stones began recording their classic single “Paint It Black”. To this day it is a Rolling Stones fan favorite. And one of ours, too.

3/6/2000 – Eric Clapton is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the third time on March 6, 2000.

3/7/1976 – Elton John becomes a wax figure at Madame Tussaud’s in London. As well as Elton John is the first rock star to have this honor since The Beatles.

Loudini: Princess Bride Story,  Pearl Jam actually plays LIVE(wings of pegesus), New Star Wars Trilogy(star wars meg), 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Baywatch, switching them songs, pam anderson rejected by the hoff, spooky spin off, most watched show in the world,(minty), The Story of Hotel California, real hotel, wrong key, wrong tempo, forgotten guitar parts, black sabbath jamming along, 33 edits (david hartley), the captain plays killer bassline, sedaka flop, played with sklar, multi layered, hal blaine, spanish language version was a hit  (pdbass), Swifty Psy-op?(joe rogan), Sir Paul SNL50, Paul Simon SNL50, Loudini Asked to audition for Queensryche tribute, youtube journey, The Gorge

Pittsburgh Kevin: 2001 A Space Odessy, The Fanatic, Don Felder emergency, plan 9, 74 Les Paul Custom, so bad it’s good: GOATandyourmom; Quack Like a Duck

Lily: RIP Mom

Rock History This Week:

This Week In Rock – February 18 – February 24

BORN THIS WEEK IN ROCK HISTORY:

Yoko Ono: February 18, 1933

Dennis DeYoung: February 18, 1947 (Vocals, Styx)

2/19/1940 – Smokey Robinson

2/19/1948 – Tony Iommi (guitar, Black Sabbath)

2/19/1948 – Mark Andes (bass, Canned Heat)

2/19/1965 – Jon Fishman (drums, Phish)

2/20/1950 – Walter Becker (bass/guitar, Steely Dan)

2/20/1967 – Kurt Cobain (lead vocals and guitar, Nirvana)

2/21/1933 – Nina Simone (roots music vocalist)

2/21/1943 – David Geffen (founder, Asylum Records, Geffen Records)

2/23/1944 – Johnny Winter (blues rock guitarist and vocalist)

2/23/1952 – Brad Whitford (guitar, Aerosmith)

2/24/1942 – Paul Jones (vocals and harmonica, Manfred Mann, The Blues Band)

2/24/1944 – Nicky Hopkins (pianist/organist, worked with The Rolling Stones, Jeff Beck, The Beatles, The Who)

2/24/1947 – Lonnie Turner (bass, Steve Miller Band)

DIED THIS WEEK IN ROCK HISTORY

2/19/1980 – Bon Scott (lead vocals, AC/DC)

2/19/207 – Larry Coryell (jazz fusion guitarist)

2/22/1989 – Andy Warhol (manager, The Velvet Underground)

2/23/1997 – Tony Williams (jazz drummer)

2/23/2003 – Howie Epstein (bass, Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers)

2/24/1994 – Papa John Creech (violin, Jefferson Airplane)

MUSIC RELEASES AND TOP OF THE CHARTS

2/19/1949 – John Lee Hooker’s “Boogie Chillen” at #1 on the R&B charts

2/19/1985 – Mick Jagger releases his first solo album

2/20/1979 – George Harrison puts out his 8th self-title album

2/21/1979 – Dire Straits by The Dire Straits goes gold

2/21/1964 – The Rolling Stones release “Not Fade Away” a Buddy Holly cover

2/21/1966 – The Beatles release “Nowhere Man”

2/21/1981 – Hi Infidelity by REO Speedwagon reaches #1 in America

2/22/1969 – The Beatles record “I Want You (She’s So Heavy)”

2/23/1970 – Morrison Hotel by The Doors goes gold (their fifth album in a row to do so)

2/24/1975 – Led Zeppelin releases Physical Graffiti

2/24/1976 – Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975) by The Eagles is the first ever platinum album

THIS WEEK IN ROCK HISTORY

2/19/1965 – Rod Stewart plays with the band The Soul Agents at a club in Harrow England, which is his first major performance.

2/19/1987 – Taj Mahal plays a concert at the Palomino Club in Hollywood and is joined onstage by George Harrison, John Fogerty, and Bob Dylan for an impromptu jam session. Some of the songs played by this who’s who of rock, included Fogerty’s “Proud Mary,” Dylan’s “Watching the River flow” as well as some classics of rock ‘n’ roll including “Blue Suede Shoes,” and “Peggy Sue.”

2/19/1974 – KISS makes their first television appearance on the show Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert, aired on ABC.

2/20/1975 – Lost Angeles declares that it is “Johnny Cash Day”

2/21/2001 – Johnny Cash wins his tenth Grammy award, for the song “Solitary Man” in the category of “Best Male Vocal Country Performance.” The song is a 1966 Neil Diamond hit that Cash recorded for his LP American III: Solitary Man, a mostly covers album that was produced by mega-producer Rick Rubin.

2/21/1961 – The Beatles make their first appearance at Liverpool’s Cavern Club. They will play regular lunchtime gigs there.

2/21/1958 – Gibson ships their first “Flying V.” The shipment was from a Kalamazoo, Michigan factory. The unique shape of the guitar created an almost mystical allure around the instrument, appealing to early adopters like Albert King and Lonnie Mack, as well as later guitar heroes like Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Winter, Billy Gibbons, and even Lenny Kravitz.

2/22/1974 – Great blues band Ten Years After play their final live show in London

2/22/1994 – Prince officially is given the trademark on the symbol he had been using instead of an actual name.

2/23/1971 – Dire Straits embark on their very first US tour.

2/23/1993 – Little Richard is presented with a Lifetime Achievement Grammy

2/23/2000 – Carlos Santana wins eight Grammy Awards for the highly popular album Supernatural

2/24/1969 – Jimi Hendrix’s Experience play their final show in the UK at the Royal Albert Hall.

2/24/1976 – The Eagles’ Greatest Hits album is the first album certified Platinum by the RIAA

2/24/1993 – Eric Clapton wins big at the Grammy Awards, taking three awards for “Tears In Heaven” two more for his album Unplugged, and Best Rock Song for his acoustic version of “Layla.”

Your Week In Rock 2025:

As of February 18, 2025, several classic rock artists have announced new music releases and tour plans. Here's a summary of the latest events:

Steven Tyler sings again.

Paul Simon Announces 'A Quiet Celebration Tour'

Following his performance at the "SNL50" celebration on February 16, Paul Simon has announced his 'A Quiet Celebration Tour.' This marks his return to touring since his 2018 'Homeward Bound Farewell Tour.' The tour will run from April to August 2025, featuring multiple dates, including five shows at New York City's Beacon Theatre in June. Tickets will be available starting February 21. Simon is expected to perform a mix of classic hits and songs from his recent album "Seven Psalms." citeturn0news19

Tom Jones to Headline Discovery Festival in Scotland

Tom Jones, at 84, will headline the Discovery Festival in Dundee, Scotland, on July 27, 2025, as part of his 'Defy Explanation' tour. The three-day event, from July 25-27, also features performances by Ocean Colour Scene, The Fratellis, and The Human League. Tickets go on sale February 21, with presales beginning February 19. citeturn0news21

Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Announce 2025 Tour

Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo have announced a 26-concert North American tour starting in April and ending in June 2025. Tickets are available for purchase on Vivid Seats. In addition to the tour, the couple is releasing a children's picture book titled "My Grandma and Grandpa Rock!" on September 9, 2025. citeturn0news24

Black Sabbath's Final Concert: 'Back to the Beginning'

Black Sabbath has announced a final concert, 'Back to the Beginning,' scheduled for July 5, 2025, at Villa Park in Aston, Birmingham. This performance will feature the original lineup—Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward—and marks their first live performance together in eight years. The event will also include performances by Metallica, Slayer, and Pantera. citeturn0search29

Guns N' Roses 2025 Tour Dates

Guns N' Roses have announced their 2025 tour schedule, covering Europe and the Middle East. The tour will start on May 23 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and conclude on July 31 at the Wacken Open Air music festival in Germany. Select performances will feature special guests such as Rival Sons, Public Enemy, and a reformed lineup of the Sex Pistols. citeturn0news36

Oasis Announces 2025 Reunion Tour

Oasis has announced a reunion tour in 2025, marking their first performances together since 2009. The tour will begin on July 4 at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, and will include dates across the UK, Ireland, North America, Australia, South America, and Asia. Support acts include Cast, Richard Ashcroft, and Cage the Elephant. citeturn0search30

Ringo Starr's 2025 Tour and New Album

Ringo Starr will embark on a ten-concert summer tour with his All-Starr Band in June 2025. The tour supports his new country album "Look Up," set for release on January 10, 2025. The All-Starr Band features musicians from classic rock bands such as Toto, Men At Work, and Aerosmith. A notable performance is scheduled at New York's Radio City Music Hall on June 13. citeturn0news32

Pearl Jam's 'Dark Matter World Tour'

Pearl Jam is currently on their 'Dark Matter World Tour' in support of their twelfth studio album, "Dark Matter." The tour began on May 4, 2024, and is scheduled to conclude on May 18, 2025, at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh. The tour includes multiple legs covering Europe, North America, and Oceania. citeturn0search33

AC/DC's 'Power Up Tour'

AC/DC has announced their 'Power Up Tour,' with dates across Europe and North America. The tour supports their album "Power Up" and features bassist Chris Chaney. The European leg concluded in Dublin on August 17, 2024, and the North American leg is scheduled from April to May 2025. citeturn0search34

Supergrass Celebrates 30th Anniversary of 'I Should Coco'

Supergrass has announced a tour to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut album "I Should Coco." The tour will kick off in Glasgow at the Barrowland Ballroom on May 8, 2025, and will visit various cities before concluding at The Great Estate Festival in Cornwall on May 31. citeturn0news35

Foreigner Inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Foreigner will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this October after more than 20 years of eligibility. The band, known for hits like "Cold as Ice" and "I Want to Know What Love Is," joins other notable inductees such as Mary J. Blige and Ozzy Osbourne. citeturn0news37

Rediscovered Tina Turner Track Released

A recently rediscovered Tina Turner track, titled "Hot for You Baby," has been included in a new edition of her 1984 album, "Private Dancer." However, critics suggest that the song lacks the anthemic power of the original tracks. citeturn0news39

Rick Buckler of The Jam Passes Away

Rick Buck

Loudini: Stephen Tobolowsky SRV Story(Lone Star Plate), Dissecting “Happy Days”(Dave Sundstrom) it was never meant for that, Carl’s Jr is bringing Sexy Back, Animals Asking Humans for Help(mad lab), Loudini learns Johnny B. Goode FINALLY!, Erin Grey’s Spandex (Golden Throwback), 16 Films Jame Cameron wants you to see(QTR), The Driver, swatters arrested,

Pittsburgh Kevin: stevie T, tiktok PSA, meytal cohen, miss shelia, rewatchables; blues bros. So bad it’s Good; harry roy and his bat club boys

This Week In Rock History:

These events highlight significant moments in rock history that occurred during this week.

Your Week In Rock:

Tom Morello Covers AC/DC with Slash and Shavo Odadjian at California Wildfire Benefit Shows (February 11, 2025): Rage Against The Machine guitarist Tom Morello held two star-studded charity gigs earlier this month, featuring performances with Slash and System Of A Down’s Shavo Odadjian, to raise funds for California wildfire relief efforts.

Vince Neil's Private Jet Involved in Fatal Crash at Scottsdale Airport (February 11, 2025): Mötley Crüe released a statement confirming that Vince Neil was not on board at the time of the accident involving his private jet, which resulted in fatalities.

Alice Cooper Adds More Dates to 'Too Close For Comfort' Tour (February 11, 2025): Alice Cooper has expanded his 2025 tour schedule with an additional 23 shows, bringing his theatrical rock performances to more cities across the country.

Epica and Amaranthe Announce European/UK 'Arcane Dimensions' 2026 Co-Headlining Tour (February 11, 2025): Symphonic metal pioneers Epica and metal powerhouse Amaranthe will unite for a European co-headlining tour in early 2026, featuring rotating co-headline slots.

Days Of Jupiter Release Official Video for 'The World Was Never Enough'; New Album Out Now (February 11, 2025): Swedish metal band Days Of Jupiter has released their highly anticipated fifth album, The World Was Never Enough, accompanied by an official video for the title track.

Sumerian’s Ash Avildsen Matches Chappell Roan’s $25K Donation for Artists (February 10, 2025): Sumerian Records founder Ash Avildsen criticized greedy record executives and matched Chappell Roan’s $25,000 donation to support artists, highlighting the need for fair treatment in the music industry.

King Parrot to Release New Album 'A Young Person’s Guide To' This Year (February 9, 2025): Australian grindcore band King Parrot announced their upcoming album, A Young Person’s Guide To, set for release on June 6, 2025, marking their return with new material.

Forbidden to Embark on '40 Years of Twisted Evil' Tour in August (February 9, 2025): Thrash metal band Forbidden is set to celebrate their 40th anniversary with the '40 Years of Twisted Evil' tour, kicking off in August 2025, marking their return to the stage.

Saetia Release Second New Single in Decades Called 'Three Faces Past' (February 9, 2025): Influential screamo band Saetia has released 'Three Faces Past,' their second new single in decades, delighting fans with fresh material after a long hiatus.