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Sammy Hagar Announces Las Vegas Residency
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar has announced that The Best of All Worlds, his critical and commercial hit summer 2024 tour, will launch in 2025 as The Best of All Worlds Tour – The Residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM. The tour will reunite the rock powerhouse band of Sammy, Michael Anthony, Joe Satriani, … Continue reading Sammy Hagar Announces Las Vegas Residency
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CDJ Today: October 13 in Classic Rock
October 13, 1998 – Eric Clapton opens the Crossroads Centre in Antigua for the treatment of drug and alcohol addiction. Crossroads Centre Antigua is still a nonprofit organization that offers medically managed detox, residential 12-step treatment programs and family therapy. October 13, 2016 – Bob Dylan is awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, “For having created … Continue reading CDJ Today: October 13 in Classic Rock
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CDJ Today: July 23 in Classic Rock
July 23, 1994 – Frank Zappa fan John Scialli is rewarded after embarking on a quest to get Zappa recognized in space when a Czech astronomer at The International Astronomical Union names an asteroid in Mars’ orbit after Zappa, who had passed away from cancer the year before. The asteroid (actually a minor planet) is named Zappafrank. The official release says: Discovered … Continue reading CDJ Today: July 23 in Classic Rock
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CDJ Today: June 18 in Classic Rock
June 18, 1948 – Columbia Records unveils the new 33 rpm record, a replacement for the 78. Nathan Milstein, performing the Mendelssohn violin concerto, was the first 12″ album produced. June 18, 1983 – The Cotton Bowl in Dallas hosts The Texxas Jam, with Uriah Heep, Ted Nugent, Triumph, Sammy Hagar and Styx performing in that order. June 18, 1967 – The Monterey International Pop Festival concludes it’s 3-day … Continue reading CDJ Today: June 18 in Classic Rock
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CDJ Today: March 27 in Classic Rock
March 27, 1986 – Sammy Hagar sings his first concert with Van Halen at the Hirsch Memorial Coliseum in Shreveport, LA. Nicknamed “Van Hagar”, the show sells out in five minutes. Hagar says, “We had made the commitment that we weren’t going to play any of the old material – only ‘You Really Got Me,’ ‘I Can’t Drive … Continue reading CDJ Today: March 27 in Classic Rock
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15 Patriotic Classic Rock Songs for Your Independence Day Playlist
Nothing says 4th of July like hosting friends and family, grilling on the deck or maybe chilling by the pool, some classic tunes coming through the outdoor speakers… But don’t just hit play on some generic playlist and call it a party – step up your Independence Day party with these 15 Patriotic Classic Rock … Continue reading 15 Patriotic Classic Rock Songs for Your Independence Day Playlist
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15 Most Overlooked Artists by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Let us start by saying that we 100% applaud the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for its 2021 list of nominees, which marked the most diverse lineup to date. And we absolutely celebrate this year’s Class of Inductees as the most female-heavy in history, including the 2nd and 3rd females ever to be inducted … Continue reading 15 Most Overlooked Artists by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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Sammy Hagar & The Circle Release New Video for David Bowie Cover “Heroes”
Sammy Hagar & The Circle have released a new, official music video for the group’s cover of David Bowie’s “Heroes”. The track is the first single from their new album Lockdown 2020. Proceeds from the song will be donated to food banks across America. You can watch “Heroes” in the player below. “David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’ … Continue reading Sammy Hagar & The Circle Release New Video for David Bowie Cover “Heroes”
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Sammy Hagar Announces Summer Tour with Whitesnake and Night Ranger
Sammy Hagar and the Circle will tour the U.S. this summer with special guests Whitesnake and Night Ranger. The 30-date tour will kick off July 9 in West Palm Beach, FL, making stops in Charlotte, Cincinnati, Dallas, Phoenix and more, before wrapping up in Chula Vista, CA on September 20. “I love some friendly competition … Continue reading Sammy Hagar Announces Summer Tour with Whitesnake and Night Ranger
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Aerosmith Among Performers Announced for 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards
Aerosmith will take the stage to perform a medley of the band’s biggest hits at the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards later this month. The ceremony takes place January 26th at the Staples Center in Los Angeles and will be broadcast live on CBS at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Aerosmith are four-time GRAMMY Award winners and will … Continue reading Aerosmith Among Performers Announced for 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards
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Don Felder Announces New Album Featuring Sammy Hagar, Slash, Peter Frampton, and more
The new solo album from Don Felder isn’t short on star power. Appropriately titled American Rock ’N’ Roll, the release features some of the biggest names in the business including Sammy Hagar, Slash, Richie Sambora, Peter Frampton, Mick Fleetwood, Alex Lifeson (Rush), Orianthi, Joe Satriani (Chickenfoot) and Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers, Chickenfoot) among … Continue reading Don Felder Announces New Album Featuring Sammy Hagar, Slash, Peter Frampton, and more
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‘GRAMMY Salute to Music Legends’ Concert to Air Next Month
On October 5, 2018 PBS in collaboration with the Recording Academy will air GRAMMY Salute To Music Legends® as part of the “Great Performances” series. This third annual all-star concert pays tribute to the Academy’s 2018 Special Merit Awards recipients which include such legends as Queen, Tina Tuner, Neil Diamond and Emmylou Harris. The celebration … Continue reading ‘GRAMMY Salute to Music Legends’ Concert to Air Next Month