When I think about the early concerts that played an important part in my development as a music fan, there’s one that comes up in conversation quite a bit. My friend David had tickets to see ZZ Top at Richfield Coliseum in February of 1991, a concert that is also notable for featuring the Black […]
Month: September 2009
Show of the Week: Os Mutantes
This week, our pal CB is in the midst of moving hell and emailed me to let me know that he would not have time to send me his traditional show of the week post. I’m pinch hitting for CB, and thanks to the fine folks at the Beachland, I’ve got details for you regarding […]
New Music: Dennis Diken with Bell Sound
Let me introduce you to your new favorite “guilty pleasure” listening music – Late Music, the very welcome new release that hit stores and digital outlets today from Smithereens drummer Dennis Diken with Bell Sound. The Bell Sound project pairs Diken with collaborator Pete DiBella, and a list of special guests that will put a […]
Bill Champlin: The ATV Interview
During my early years as a music fan, I came across albums that would be important mile markers in my continuing musical education. Chicago 17 was an important album that introduced me to the production of David Foster, and perhaps more importantly, the vocals of Peter Cetera and Bill Champlin. Champlin was a recent addition […]
The Monday Morning Mix – When The Love Is Good – 9/27/09
Graphic by Rachael Novak Click here for details on how you can be a part of The Monday Morning Mix and win some cool stuff! We’ve got some great mixes in hand and on the way – where is yours? About Today’s Mix: We’re going to break from the steady stream of solid ATV fan […]
Love to let you down…
I’m not sure how many Life of Agony fans we have here, but tonight I found myself thinking of “Love To Let You Down,” a track on their most recent studio effort Broken Valley from a few years ago. Someone posted Rockpalast footage on Twitter of a different song, which made me wonder if there […]
Making A List: Top Ten Rock Songs in Two Minutes
Hey everybody! The Stereo Dictator is back with a list that is sure to stimulate some conversation: The Top Ten Songs of the 20th Century in Two Minutes! This post is inspired by a friend of mine who recently asked me to come up with the top ten rock and roll songs of the 20th […]
Pearl Jam + Bad Religion + Social D = WOW
As many of you know, the legendary Spectrum venue in Philly is going bye-bye after this year. When Springsteen announced four October dates at the Spectrum, my mind immediately started to dream of finally catching a Bruce show at the Spectrum. Unfortunately, with all of my current travel commitments, I don’t think I’ll be making […]
Cleveland Bachelor’s Show of the Week: The Split Decision Post
Hello Internet Friends, Well, actually, since this is Matt’s blog, I guess you aren’t my friends. More like friends of a friend. OK, how about this … Hello Internet Acquaintances, How are you? I’m fine. Kinda busy, but these days who isn’t? I won’t complain. Besides, this week’s cultural choices are so rich, I’d feel […]
New Music: Ciao My Shining Star: The Songs of Mark Mulcahy
It’s time to share another CD with all of you that’s been a fixture in my player recently: Ciao My Shining Star: The Songs of Mark Mulcahy, is a tribute to the CT-based former Miracle Legion and Polaris front man and his late wife Melissa, who died suddenly in September 2008. Ciao will be available […]