November 15, 1971 – Grand Funk Railroad releases E Pluribus Funk, the last album they would record as a trio (Mark Farner, Mel Schacher, and Don Brewer).  The original release cover is round and covered with a silver-like film to resemble a large coin. On the back side of the cover, there is a picture of Shea Stadium to celebrate Grand Funk beating The … Continue reading CDJ Today: November 15 in Classic Rock →

Heart has announced a number of opening acts for its ‘Royal Flush Tour’ coming next year.  The band has enlisted Squeeze, Cheap Trick and Lucinda Williams as special guests for the run of shows, with each act joining Heart for a handful of dates. The tour was postponed this year as Ann Wilson underwent chemotherapy over the … Continue reading Heart Announces Opening Acts for Royal Flush Tour →

October 7, 1984 – Dee Snider is arrested after a concert in Amarillo, TX for using “profane and abusive” language.  According to Snider, a mom who had escorted her daughter to the show filed a complaint after Snider screamed, “Suck my mutha-f****n’ d**k!” at a concertgoer who was harassing him.  Snider would pay a whopping fine of $75. October … Continue reading CDJ Today: October 7 in Classic Rock →

June 19, 1987 – Guns N’ Roses perform their first concert outside of the U.S. at London’s legendary Marquee Club.  They neglect to play “Welcome To The Jungle” or “Sweet Child O’ Mine” in their 12-song set. June 19, 2004 – A stick from a thrown lollipop somehow becomes wedged in between David Bowie‘s left eyeball and his eyelid. It’s … Continue reading CDJ Today: June 19 in Classic Rock →

June 13, 1983 – Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble release their debut album Texas Flood which was recorded in only three days at Jackson Browne’s personal studio. The album is later certified double platinum. June 13, 2003 – David Gilmour of Pink Floyd and Sting receive a CBE award (Commander of the British Empire) at the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Sting states, “I’m surprised and flattered to receive this honour…If … Continue reading CDJ Today: June 13 in Classic Rock →

March 16, 1992 – A Metallica show at the Orlando Arena goes horribly wrong when fans dangle an usher by his ankles from the balcony.  Luckily, he was pulled to safety. The band paid $38,000 to repair and clean damaged seats after the rowdy concert. But, everyone ended up happy (well, maybe not the dangling usher) when it was revealed … Continue reading CDJ Today: March 16 in Classic Rock →

February 14, 1970 – The Who play a legendary concert at Leeds University in England which will become the Live at Leeds LP.  The album has been cited by critics and fans as the best live rock recording of all time. February 14, 1992 – Vince Neil is fired from Mötley Crüe and the band releases a statement saying he’s left … Continue reading CDJ Today: February 14 in Classic Rock →

Heart will perform together for the first time since 2019 on New Year’s Eve in Seattle. The band posted about the show on its social media: “Seattle’s own Heart are going to ring in the New Year at Climate Pledge Arena on 12/31 with very special guest Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening, and you don’t … Continue reading Heart Announce First Show Since 2019 →

Ann Wilson, known the world over as a founder and the lead singer/songwriter of the barrier-breaking band Heart has released a new record with her band Tripsitter. Titled Another Door, the album features all-original material. It marks the first time since the ‘70s that Ann has written a full-length album collectively with a band. Tripsitter … Continue reading Ann Wilson Releases New Album with Tripsitter →

July 18, 1981 – The Texxas Jam is held at the Astrodome in Houston. The lineup includes headliner REO Speedwagon, Heart, Foghat, Blue Oyster Cult and The Rockets. July 18, 1978 – Def Leppard make their live debut at Westfield School, Sheffield, England in front of about 150 students. They are paid 5 pounds (about $6) by a teacher.  They also have a … Continue reading CDJ Today: July 18 in Classic Rock →

Heart co-founder Nancy Wilson has released a new song in tribute to the late Taylor Hawkins. Titled “Amigo Amiga”, Wilson wrote the song just a few days after the Foo Fighters drummer passed away this past March. You can hear “Amigo Amiga” in the player below. Proceeds from the track will be donated to MusiCares, … Continue reading Heart’s Nancy Wilson Releases New Single In Honor of Taylor Hawkins →

Ann Wilson has debuted her cover of the Eurythmics hit “Missionary Man”. The song is the latest offering from the Heart singer’s forthcoming solo album Fierce Bliss. You can hear “Missionary Man” now on iHeart Radio’s Classic Rock Channel here and watch Wilson talk about the album in the video player below. “This was a … Continue reading Ann Wilson Releases Cover of Eurythmics Hit “Missionary Man” →