Dale “Buffin” Griffin, best known as drummer and founding member of the glam rock band Mott The Hoople, passed away Sunday at the age of 67. Griffin, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2009, died peacefully in his sleep. Mott the Hoople released their debut album in 1969 and it quickly became a cult success. … Continue reading Dale “Buffin” Griffin, of Mott The Hoople, Dies at 67 →

Mott the Hoople’s Ian Hunter has released his new solo album, When I’m President. Hunter says the new record, his 3rd solo release in the last six years, is “a little more upbeat this time round.” Preview it below. Hunter and The Rant Band are also hitting the road this fall throughout Europe and North … Continue reading Ian Hunter Releases New Solo Record →

Ian Hunter will release his new solo album, When I’m President, this Tuesday September 4th. The record is his 3rd solo release in the last 6 years, and his first since the Mott the Hoople London reunion in 2009. “The songs seem to be more upbeat this time round,” says Hunter. “The last two albums … Continue reading Ian Hunter Touring, Releasing New Album →

I LOVED Mott the Hoople. Glam Rock with real groove and slash guitar (especially when Mick Ralphs was in the band). Also got a kick from the adorable groupies that followed them all across the country. I had to let them in through backstage each night as I didn’t have the heart to turn them … Continue reading Mott, Hunter, Me and the Cops! →