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2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: CHEAT SHEET
It’s that time of year again! The time when music fans go to their collective corners and come out swinging. It’s when friends fight against friends, sons vs. fathers, teacher…
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How to Succeed on a Blues Mission From God
The Blues Brothers are a unique phenomenon in entertainment history. Their story includes Hall of Fame musicians, Late Night TV Stars, Hollywood directors, gold records, a big favor and, above…
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SETLIST Spotlight Charley Crockett
https://youtu.be/wuMnvI-vcoM I had such great seats at the Charley Crockett show that I ended up recording snippets of many of the songs. It was an exciting night in Santa Rosa,…
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The Curious Habits of a Record Collector
I have been in a used record buying frenzy for about 3 years now. I am buried with albums that I haven't even listened to yet. However, I keep buying…
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Must Have Live Rock Albums for Every Vinyl Collection
Live albums help bring fans closer to the object of their affection. Fans feel like they may learn a little more about their heroes by listening to a live album. It’s hearing the songs in their rawest form. It's listening to the artist’s banter with the crowd. It's an unfiltered look at the artist. The live album is a memory of the band in concert. It's a time capsule.
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New Record Stores Pale In Comparison
You know what I miss? I miss the old-school record stores. Not the little indie stores that we have popping everywhere lately. I am talking about the record store chains! The big boys where everyone went to purchase music.
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Watch Your Step On the Stage Ramp
larger picture The ClassIc Rock music genre had a decent year in 2025. Even though the music is fifty years old, there was enough interest out there. Just enough to…
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The Paper Doll Slays in the City
Going to see Samantha Fish in concert is a no-brainer. It was my 4th time seeing her come through town and each time was better than the last. In 2025…
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Unlocking The Hidden Gems: The Best Deep Tracks Buried On Classic Rock Albums
The deep cut is the reward one gets for listening to the whole album. A good album isn’t just a collection of songs. A good album is a CURATED collection of songs that flow smoothly from one to the next.
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Standing In The Shadow of History
Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater in Colorado and The Ryman Auditorium in Nashville are both “sacred music venues”, based on their beauty. Red Rocks is a natural beauty and The Ryman is historical and religious. If you are looking for comfort, neither of these venues are for you. Red Rocks is a sprawling amphitheater of benches.
