August 4, 1975 – Led Zeppelin‘s tour is postponed following Robert Plant’s serious auto accident on the small Greek island of Rhodos.  Plant has multiple fractures of  his ankle, bones supporting his foot, and elbow. Doctors initally tell Plant he may never walk again. His wife, Maureen, also in the car, suffers a lengthy period of concussions, and breaks her leg in several … Continue reading CDJ Today: August 4 in Classic Rock →

A very diverse group of artists have been influenced by David Bowie and covered his songs over the years. Here are our top ten favorites. 10 (TIE) “Golden Years” by Marilyn Manson On 1998’s Dead Man on Campus soundtrack, Manson covered this 1976 song from the Station to Station album. Manson morphed the song from … Continue reading 10 Great David Bowie Covers →

Bon Jovi, The Cars and The Moody Blues are among 19 artists that have been nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2018. Also on the list are Depech Mode, The Eurythmics, The Dire Straits, The J. Geils Band, Judas Priest, The Zombies, MC5, Kate Bush, The Meters, Radiohead, Rage Against … Continue reading Bon Jovi, Cars, Moody Blues Among Rock Hall Nominees →

We love cool covers like this one: The Eurythmics’ “Sweet Dreams” on banjo and mandolin… and a little Bodhran drum for good measure. Thanks to Banjo Guy Ollie for this one!