Nothing says 4th of July like hosting friends and family, grilling on the deck or maybe chilling by the pool, some classic tunes coming through the outdoor speakers… But don’t just hit play on some generic playlist and call it a party – step up your Independence Day party with these 15 Patriotic Classic Rock … Continue reading 15 Patriotic Songs for Your Independence Day Playlist →

March 11, 1995 – Van Halen kicks off their “Balance” tour in Pensacola, FL. It is later dubbed the “Ambulance” tour by Eddie Van Halen due to his hip surgery and Alex Van Halen’s need to wear a neck brace for most of the gigs. March 11, 2005 –  Ozzy Osbourne’s front door from his childhood home in … Continue reading CDJ Today: March 11 →

February 22, 1989 – For the first time, a Heavy Metal category is introduced at the Grammy Awards. Metallica performs on stage, but the award goes to Jethro Tull.  Yes, the Grammy voters picked Jethro Tull’s Crest of a Knave over Metallica’s And Justice For All.  Tull’s record label tries to make light of the faux pas by placing a Billboard ad that reads, “The flute … Continue reading CDJ Today: February 22 →

February 16, 2005 – Kid Rock is arrested for allegedly punching a DJ at a strip club in Nashville, Tennessee.  He was released after posting a $3,000 bond on a charge of simple assault, a misdemeanor punishable by up to a year in jail. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO: February 16, 1965 – Dave Lombardo, drums (Slayer) February 16, 1935 – Sonny Bono (born Salvatore Phillip Bono), vocals (Sonny … Continue reading CDJ Today: February 16 →

Kid Rock has announced a U.S. tour in support of his new album, First Kiss, and Foreigner will be the supporting act for the summer run. Tickets for the tour will run only $20 – from 2nd row through lawn seats – and parking and service fees will be reduced, keeping the cost to fans … Continue reading Kid Rock and Foreigner Announce Summer Tour, $20 Tickets →

Sammy Hagar has revealed the details of his new album, Sammy Hagar and Friends, due out this fall on Frontiers Records. Hagar had already announced the appearance of a number of special guests on the new album, including Neal Schon (Journey), Kid Rock, and Chickenfoot’s Chad Smith and Joe Satriani. Additional guests include Taj Mahal, … Continue reading Sammy Hagar Reveals Artwork and Details of New Collaboration Album →

Six-time Grammy Award winner and 2012 Kennedy Center Honoree Buddy Guy will release his new studio album Rhythm & Blues on July 30th on RCA Records. The follow-up to his 2010 Grammy Award winning album Living Proof, this double-disc masterpiece features first time studio collaborations with A-list artists Kid Rock, Keith Urban, Gary Clark, Jr., … Continue reading Legendary Bluesman Buddy Guy to Release New Album July 30th →

Before presenting the award for Top Rap Song of the Year at Sunday’s Billboard Music Awards, Kid Rock took it upon himself to call out lip-synching performers. “Let’s give it up for people lip-synching under pre-recorded music,” he said wryly. Kid’s comment instantly set Twitter abuzz with speculation. It’s still unclear whether the diss was … Continue reading Kid Rock Calls Out Lip-Synching Performers at Billboard Music Awards →