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 →

Ann Wilson is a serious rocker through and through and always has been.  Anyone who has been to a Heart show knows this.  But I believe during the band’s storied career that their overall image, much like Journey or Billy Joel’s, has been a bit misconstrued to seem like they are more pop than rock.  … Continue reading Ann Wilson, Immortal – A Vocal Tour De Force →

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 →

Ann Wilson of Heart will perform her version of Lesley Gore’s fearless 1963 hit “You Don’t Own Me” this Wednesday (September 19) on Jimmy Kimmel Live! The late night appearance follows the release of her new solo album Immortal, which was made available last Friday on BMG. Jimmy Kimmel Live! airs weeknights at 11:35 pm / … Continue reading Ann Wilson to Perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live →

Ann Wilson’s poignant new album Immortal was released Friday after months of anticipation. Fittingly titled, the album features 10 musically diverse tracks that pay homage to some of the singer’s favorite artists, all of whom have passed away in recent years but whose musical legacy lives on (the full track listing is below). “I didn’t … Continue reading Ann Wilson’s New Album ‘Immortal’ Out Now →

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 →

Ann Wilson of Heart has released the first single from her forthcoming solo album due out September 14th. “I Am the Highway” was originally performed by Audioslave and sung by the late Chris Cornell. “The song is strong, confident, spiritual,” says the iconic Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee of “I Am The Highway.” … Continue reading Hear Ann Wilson’s New Single “I Am The Highway” →

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. WATCH: Stevie Ray Vaughan Effortlessly Handles Broken String While Performing June 13, 2003 – David Gilmour of Pink Floyd and Sting receive a CBE award (Commander of the British Empire) at the Queen’s … Continue reading CDJ Today: June 13 in Classic Rock →

Ann Wilson of Heart will release her new solo album Immortal on September 14. Fittingly titled, the album features 10 musically diverse tracks that pay homage to some of the singer’s favorite songs and artists, all of whom have passed away in recent years and whose music poignantly lives on (the full track listing is below). … Continue reading Ann Wilson To Pay Tribute to Bowie, Petty and More On New Album →