June 7, 1993 – Prince turns 35 and gifts himself with a new name that is an unpronounceable symbol, making him, literally, an icon. June 7, 2009 – Bret Michaels is injured during Poison’s performance at the 63rd Tony Awards. While exiting the stage, part of a new descending set struck him on the head and knocked him down.  The following year, Michaels … Continue reading CDJ Today: June 7 in Classic Rock →

As anyone knows, the supergroup is a risky proposition in rock and roll. Since the ‘60s, there have been quite a few supergroups — bands made up exclusively (or at least primarily) of musicians who have already achieved success with other bands. Sometimes even ideas that sound good on paper don’t necessarily gel on vinyl. … Continue reading Top 10 Rock Supergroups →

Eric Clapton will honor his friend and former bandmate, Ginger Baker at a special tribute show on February 17, 2020, at London’s Hammersmith Apollo. The event is billed as Eric Clapton and Friends: A Tribute to Ginger Baker, and will pay homage to the late musician’s legendary career including Clapton and Baker’s seminal work together … Continue reading Eric Clapton to Honor Ginger Baker with Special Charity Show →

Ginger Baker, one of rock’s most respected and influential drummers, died Sunday at the age of 80. Baker was perhaps best known as a member of supergroup Cream, which he founded with Eric Clapton and Jack Bruce. “We are very sad to say that Ginger has passed away peacefully this morning,” reads a statement posted … Continue reading Cream Drummer Ginger Baker Dies at 80 →

Ginger Baker, the iconic drummer and co-founder of rock band Cream, has been hospitalized and is critically ill.  The news was posted in a statement on Baker’s official Twitter account. “The Baker family are sad to announce that Ginger is critically ill in hospital,” the statement reads. “Please keep in your prayers tonight.” Baker formed … Continue reading Cream’s Ginger Baker Hospitalized, Critically Ill →

The original artwork for Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon is considered to be the single most valuable piece of art in rock history. This iconic image, valued at an unspecified multi-million-dollar figure, will be exhibited and available for purchase at the San Francisco Art Exchange (SFAE) gallery from September 15 to October 20, … Continue reading Iconic ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ Original Artwork on Display in Most Valuable Rock Art Collection Ever Assembled →

In Steve Winwood Greatest Hits Live: All Access, Steve Winwood tells the stories behind the greatest hits from his career as a solo artist, with Traffic, Blind Faith and the Spencer Davis Group. Due out September 1st, Winwood Greatest Hits Live is a 2CD/4LP collection sourced from Steve Winwood’s personal archives of live performances. With … Continue reading Listen: Steve Winwood Greatest Hits Live All Access →

Steve Winwood is so talented, and gifted I might add, that in May of 2012 when he posted an incredible sounding video of himself singing “Can’t Find My Way Home” solo acoustic, sitting by a fireplace, a huge controversy arose in the industry and amongst fans if indeed Steve was singing live or if he … Continue reading Steve Winwood — Talent, Talent, and… More Talent! →

On September 1st, Steve Winwood will release his first ever live album as a solo artist, a 2CD/4LP collection sourced from Winwood’s personal archives of live performances. The 23-song tracklist, hand picked by Winwood, includes the 1986 “Back in the High Life Again,” the official video for which can be seen below. “I wrote this … Continue reading Watch Steve Winwood’s New Live Video for “Back In The High Life Again” →

Steve Winwood, who has spent his five decade plus career performing with groups such as  Traffic, the Spencer Davis Group, Blind Faith and most recently as a solo artist, will release a new live album in September. Winwood Greatest Hits Live includes 23 tracks over 2 discs and features Winwood with his current band of … Continue reading Hear First Track from Steve Winwood’s New Live Album →