There have been many rock bands started by siblings, but usually the pairings haven’t worked out so well.  Maybe there really is something to being “too close,” especially if you consider the rigors of touring.  Here’s our Top 10 list of bands that made it work (at least for awhile): 10 The Beach Boys Brian, … Continue reading Top 10 Rock Band Siblings →

To celebrate the life of Gregg Allman, AXS TV has shared Gregg Allman’s intimate 2015 interview with Dan Rather in its entirety. In the interview, Allman opens up about growing up without a father, the death of his younger brother, addiction, and keeping the Allman Brothers Band together for 40 years. Watch The Big Interview … Continue reading Watch Gregg Allman Open Up In This Interview with Dan Rather About Tragedy, Addiction, and Moving Forward →

Gregg Allman, founding member of the Allman Brothers Band an a pioneer of southern rock, has died at the age of 69. Allman passed away peacefully at his home in Savannah, Georgia, according to a post on his official website. Allman has struggled with a number of health issues over the past several years including … Continue reading Gregg Allman Dies at 69 →

May 19, 2000 – Dickey Betts of The Allman Brothers Band is essentially kicked out of the band for “creative differences,” which are allegedly related to drugs and/or alcohol use. May 19, 1979 – Eric Clapton and Patti Boyd throw a reception party two months after their wedding featuring a jam session with Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Ginger Baker, Mick Jagger … Continue reading CDJ Today: May 19 →

April 30, 1976 – Keith Moon from the Who pays nine cab drivers to blockade both ends of the street where he is staying in a NYC hotel.  He proceeds to throw the contents of his hotel room out the window.  Now that’s metal! April 30, 2008 – At the Coachella music festival, a giant inflatable pig floats away during Roger Waters‘ set. … Continue reading CDJ Today: April 30 →

After canceling the remainder of his tour dates for 2017, rumors that Gregg Allman is currently in hospice care are reportedly not true, according to his manager and a post on Allman’s Facebook page on Monday: “A message from Gregg: ‘Hey everyone. I just wanted y’all to know that I’m currently home in Savannah resting … Continue reading Despite Rumors, Gregg Allman Not in Hospice Care →

April 4, 2009 – Flea inducts Metallica into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with a moving tribute to the deceased Cliff Burton.  This is the first-ever induction ceremony open to the public.  Jeff Beck is also inducted by his former Yardbird colleague Jimmy Page. April 4, 2000 – A Swedish couple runs into trouble with authorities after trying … Continue reading CDJ Today: April 4 →

March 24, 2001 – A stretch of road on Highway 19 in Macon, Georgia, is named Duane Allman Boulevard, near where the Allman Brothers guitarist died at age 24 in a motorcycle crash on October 29, 1971. March 24, 1962 – Mick Jagger and Keith Richards perform their first paid gig when they appear as Little Boy Blue & … Continue reading CDJ Today: March 24 →

March 22, 1974 – The Eagles release On the Border, their third studio album. It’s the first Eagles album to feature guitarist Don Felder. March 22, 1971 – The Allman Brothers Band is arrested on charges of heroin and marijuana possession in Jackson, AL.   It was their first bust all together, though a roadie had recently been shot off … Continue reading CDJ Today: March 22 →

Gregg Allman has canceled all tour dates for the remainder of 2017, according to a post on his official website. “It has been determined that Gregg will not be touring in 2017,” reads the statement. “For those of you who purchased tickets for shows in June, contact the ticket outlet from where you purchased the … Continue reading Gregg Allman Cancels All Tour Dates →