December 5, 1969 – The Rolling Stones release their album Let It Bleed which goes on to sell over 2 million copies in the U.S.  In addition to the title track, the album contains the songs “Gimme Shelter,” “Midnight Rambler” and “You Can’t Always Get What You Want.” December 5, 1973 – Paul McCartney and Wings release their … Continue reading CDJ Today: December 5 in Classic Rock →

July 26, 2003 – Nicko McBrain of Iron Maiden is arrested after hitting a parking attendant with his car at the Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, N.Y., where the band is performing that night. McBrain was asked for his backstage credentials by the parking attendant, and when the attendant couldn’t see them clearly he asked to view them again.  Instead, … Continue reading CDJ Today: July 26 in Classic Rock →

On September 30th, Eric Clapton will release the long-awaited concert recording, Live In San Diego with Special Guest JJ Cale. Filmed on March 15, 2007 at San Diego’s iPayOne Center, the band lineup included Derek Trucks and Doyle Bramhall II on guitars, Chris Stainton and Tim Carmon on keyboards, Willie Weeks on bass, Steve Jordan … Continue reading Eric Clapton: “Motherless Children” (Live in San Diego) →

On September 30th, Eric Clapton will release a new album, Live In San Diego with Special Guest JJ Cale.  The album, recorded in March of 2007 at San Diego’s iPayOne Center also features Derek Trucks, Doyle Bramhall II, and Robert Cray. Physical and digital editions are available now for pre-order. Check out the video for … Continue reading Eric Clapton with JJ Cale: “Anyway The Wind Blows” (Live From San Diego) →

In 2004, J.J. Cale and Eric Clapton performed “After Midnight” live at the Crossroads Guitar Festival. Check out the video below. Written and released by J.J. Cale in 1966, “After Midnight” became a hit when Clapton recorded and released his cover of the song in 1970. “I was dirt poor, not making enough to eat … Continue reading Throwback Video: J.J. Cale and Eric Clapton (Live) – “After Midnight” →