All in Good Time: Yes Drummer Alan White Talks Yestival, Hall of Fame and Keeping the Rhythm
“I’ve been in this band called Yes for 45 years. I’ve been in Yes the whole time along with Chris (Squire). We were the only two that kept the thing going, really.” Yes drummer Alan White, along with guitarist Steve Howe, keyboardist Geoff Downes, bassist/guitarist/keyboardist Billy Sherwood and vocalist Jon Davison are going on their … Continue reading All in Good Time: Yes Drummer Alan White Talks Yestival, Hall of Fame and Keeping the Rhythm
Alone: Ann Wilson Sings, Speaks from the Heart
“I’m writing and working on new songs and looking at all kinds of different and new ways of presenting myself for the future. It’s just all evolving now.” Evolution – both personal and professional – is at the heart of where Ann Wilson finds herself in 2017. A member of the Rock and Roll Hall … Continue reading Alone: Ann Wilson Sings, Speaks from the Heart
Musical Companions: Rich Robinson Reunites with Birds of a Feather to Form The Magpie Salute
“I’m not denying that I was in that band for 24 years. That’s a huge portion of my life’s work. I’m not shunning it and I’m not turning away from it and pretending that it didn’t happen. That’s music I’m proud of.” That’s Rich Robinson talking about his nearly quarter of a century stint in … Continue reading Musical Companions: Rich Robinson Reunites with Birds of a Feather to Form The Magpie Salute
Almost Here: Mark Slaughter’s Solo Set ‘Halfway There’ Due May 26
Slaughter namesake Mark Slaughter’s second solo set Halfway There is almost here. The follow-up to the stellar hard rock singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist/producer/engineer, etc, etc’s 2015 solo debut Reflections in a Rear View Mirror is slated to arrive on May 26. Released via EMP Label Group, the US-based label of Megadeth bassist David Ellefson, Halfway There features a … Continue reading Almost Here: Mark Slaughter’s Solo Set ‘Halfway There’ Due May 26
Foreigner 4(0): Mick Jones, Foreigner Celebrate Four Decades of Being Juke Box Heroes
“Feels Like the First Time” off Foreigner’s 1977 self-titled debut album was the first of countless hits produced by the band that featured members from both side of the Atlantic. “That Was Yesterday,” found on 1984’s Agent Provocateur, arrived on our shores and around the globe seven years later. Today – four decades worth of … Continue reading Foreigner 4(0): Mick Jones, Foreigner Celebrate Four Decades of Being Juke Box Heroes
Lights “On” in Tokyo: Guitar God Delivers Michael Schenker Fest Live Tokyo
Legendary axeman Michael Schenker is frequently mentioned among rock royalty when it comes to his seemingly Samurai sword play, precision way of attacking his instrument. Truly among the nobility in the hierarchy of rock guitarists, Schenker has been shredding his six-stringed axes since the age of 15 and has been the force and face behind … Continue reading Lights “On” in Tokyo: Guitar God Delivers Michael Schenker Fest Live Tokyo
Tesla’s Troy Luccketta Talks Tour with Def Leppard and Poison, Plus Upcoming Album
Tesla is once again gearing up to hit the road with longtime pals Def Leppard and Poison. The three-month North American outing sets sail this Saturday, April 8 in Manchester, NH. The pride of Sacramento, CA, the five-man band – now featuring original members vocalist Jeff Keith, guitarist Frank Hannon, drummer Troy Luccketta and bassist … Continue reading Tesla’s Troy Luccketta Talks Tour with Def Leppard and Poison, Plus Upcoming Album
Rock of Stages: Def Leppard’s Phil Collen Talks Triple-Strength Tour with Tesla and Poison
Def Leppard is set to launch a three-month trek across North America with Poison and Tesla in tow, starting this Saturday, April 8 in Manchester, NH. No strangers to rockin’ stages worldwide, Def Leppard also just premiered the live video for “Animal,” which comes off the group’s brand new concert film, And There Will Be … Continue reading Rock of Stages: Def Leppard’s Phil Collen Talks Triple-Strength Tour with Tesla and Poison
Michael Des Barres Talks Love, Obsession, and the Key to the Universe [LISTEN]
David Gilmour Discusses “The Wall” with CDJ’s Paul Rappaport
David Gilmour Discusses “Wish You Were Here” with CDJ’s Paul Rappaport
In September of 2011, CDJ’s Paul Rappaport met with David Gilmour on the legendary musician’s house boat/recording studio, Astoria, to discuss the making of Pink Floyd’s 9th studio album Wish You Were Here. Watch the interview in full below. Released on September 12, 1975 Wish You Were Here quickly reached the top of the record … Continue reading David Gilmour Discusses “Wish You Were Here” with CDJ’s Paul Rappaport
David Gilmour Discusses “Dark Side of the Moon” with CDJ’s Paul Rappaport
In September 2011, David Gilmour sat down with Classics Du Jour’s Paul Rappaport to discuss Pink Floyd‘s epic album, Dark Side of the Moon. Watch the video below. You might also like:David Gilmour Discusses ‘The Wall’ with CDJ’s Paul RappaportDavid Gilmour Discusses ‘Wish You Were Here’ with CDJ’s Paul Rappaport