November 21, 1991 – Aerosmith is the first rock band to make a guest appearance on The Simpsons when they perform “Walk This Way” at Moe’s Tavern. November 21, 1980 – Don Henley is arrested after paramedics are called to his home in Los Angeles to revive a naked 16-year old girl who is suffering from a … Continue reading CDJ Today: November 21 in Classic Rock →

Pegi Young December 1, 1952 – January 1, 2019After marrying Neil Young in 1978, Pegi Young’s debut as a singer came in 1983 when she joined her husband’s Shocking Pinks tour as a backup singer. The Youngs performed together a number of times at their annual Bridge School Benefit and in 2007 she released her … Continue reading Remembering Rockers We Lost in 2019 →

Malcolm John Rebennack, better known by his stage name Dr. John, died Thursday from a heart attack, his publicist has confirmed. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and six-time Grammy Award winner was 77. Dr. John “created a unique blend of music which carried his home town, New Orleans, at its heart, as … Continue reading Dr. John Dies at 77 →

New Orleans R&B giant, Allen Toussaint, died in Madrid, Spain this past Monday. Shortly after performing at Teatro Lara, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer reportedly suffered two cardiac arrests in his hotel. A prolific singer, pianist, songwriter, arranger and producer, Toussaint’s vast and rich career boasts legendary accomplishments. His songs have been covered … Continue reading Influential Songwriter and Musician Allen Toussaint Dies at 77 →

On September 2nd, Megaforce Records will release Johnny Winter’s final studio album Step Back. Completed in 2014 just prior to his tragic death, this album is a star-studded effort featuring Eric Clapton, Ben Harper, Billy Gibbons, Joe Perry, Dr. John, and many more. Listen to “Can’t Hold Out (Talk To Me Baby)” featuring Ben Harper, … Continue reading Listen to the First Single from Johnny Winter’s Final Studio Album →