An unreleased studio version of Bruce Springsteen’s “I’ll Stand By You” will be released next month when it appears on the soundtrack for the upcoming film Blinded By The Light. The song is one of several rarities that appears on the soundtrack for the coming-of-age musical comedy about a British teenager of Pakistani descent whose … Continue reading Previously Unreleased Bruce Springsteen Song Featured on ‘Blinded by the Light’ Soundtrack →

June 28, 1984 – Bruce Springsteen shoots his “Dancing In The Dark” video in front of 200 extras at the St. Paul Civic center. Courtney Cox, later of “Friends” fame,  plays the front row fan who gets to dance on stage with Bruce. The single (propelled by massive MTV airplay) sells over 1 million copies and also garners Springsteen … Continue reading CDJ Today: June 28 in Classic Rock →

What makes a great autobiography? Honesty, great stories, and the willingness of the author to really go deep. The following books have either stood the test of time, or have recently topped the charts and gotten enthusiastic reviews from critics and fans alike.  Sadly, two of our choices feature artists who have passed – David Bowie and … Continue reading 10 Great Classic Rock Autobiographies You Need to Read →

June 21, 1985 – Mötley Crüe release their third studio album Theatre of Pain which goes on to sell over four million copies in the U.S. and spawns the hits “Home Sweet Home” and the remake “Smokin’ In The Boys Room.” June 21, 1975 – Ritchie Blackmore leaves Deep Purple to form Rainbow. Blackmore says, “I wasn’t interested in the direction they were going. I thought … Continue reading CDJ Today: June 21 in Classic Rock →

On Friday, Bruce Springsteen released his 19th studio album, Western Stars. The 13-track release marks Springsteen’s first new studio record in five years. Timed with the release of the album, The Boss also premiered the official music video for the album’s title track. “Western Stars” was directed by Grammy and Emmy Award-winner Thom Zimny. The video features … Continue reading Bruce Springsteen: “Western Stars” (Official Video) →

June 12, 1982 – Remember “No Nukes”?  The rally began at the United Nations and ended on the Great Lawn in New York’s Central Park with performers Bruce Springsteen, Jackson Browne, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, and Gary “U.S.” Bonds.  It became the largest political rally in the U.S. with an estimated 750,000 attendees. June 12, 2012 – Pearl Jam’s former chief financial officer Rickey … Continue reading CDJ Today: June 12 in Classic Rock →

June 8, 1969 – Brian Jones is asked to leave the Rolling Stones by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Charlie Watts, who visit him at his home to deliver the news personally.  He was fired due to his erratic behavior and his excessive drug use, which made him incapable of playing music. He released a statement saying, “I no longer … Continue reading CDJ Today: June 8 in Classic Rock →

June 4, 2001 – Spinal Tap tours the U.S. for its “Back From the Dead Tour” and appears at New York’s Carnegie Hall with a 20-song, 90-minute performance as part of the annual Toyota Comedy Festival. June 4, 1942 – Johnny Mercer, Glenn Wallichs and Buddy DeSylva form Capitol Records. On the same day, Wallichs gives the first free record to Los Angeles disc … Continue reading CDJ Today: June 4 in Classic Rock →

After a few days of dropping hints on Twitter, Bruce Springsteen has released the video for his new song “Tuscon Train”. The track – which can be heard in the player below – is the third single from his forthcoming album Western Stars. Though the Boss has not spoken in depth about the album since … Continue reading Watch and Hear Bruce Springsteen’s New Song ‘Tucson Train’ →

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will return to the road in 2020, Springsteen recently revealed. The tour will follow the release of an album that The Boss and his band plan to record later this year. News of the upcoming project was revealed by Springsteen during an interview with Italian newspaper Repubblica. “I’ll … Continue reading Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Will Release New Album, Tour in 2020 →