In the late ’60s/early ’70s a power rock trio came from Youngstown, Ohio called Glass Harp. They were a bare bones group in the tradition of Cream, Jimi Hendrix Experience, and fellow Ohio band, The James Gang. But Glass Harp developed a signature sound of their own-a progressive one that allowed the members, collectively and individually, […]
Fresh off their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, 2016 Inductee Cheap Trick will perform live in Cleveland for the 13th annual It’s Only Rock and Roll Spring Benefit on May 6th, presented by PNC and sponsored by Hard Rock Rocksino. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s “It’s Only Rock and […]
Bruce Springsteen has offered up his cover of “Purple Rain” as a free download as a tribute to Prince. Bruce Springsteen opened up his Brooklyn concert Saturday night by paying tribute to Prince with a cover of the classic “Purple Rain” and now he has offered it to his fans as a free download. The band […]
Yardbirds, Traffic, Blue Cheer – Palace Theatre – April 25, 1968 37 years ago today in Northeast Ohio music history, on a great triple bill the Yardbirds, Traffic and Blue Cheer shared the stage for the Doc Nemo’s Mind Blowing Concert #1. This was one of the last concerts Jimmy Page played with the Yardbirds before forming […]
Due to overwhelming demand, Paul McCartney has confirmed he will add a second and final show to his Cleveland, OH engagement at Quicken Loans Arena on Thursday, August 18th. As with the launch of every new Paul McCartney tour, One On One promises to unveil a dazzling re-designed set, dozens of classics from the most […]
Chris Cornell has paid tribute to Prince by releasing an a beautiful acoustic cover of “Nothing Compares 2 U”, the Prince song made famous by Sinéad O’Connor. In a statement accompanying the song, Chris says: “Prince’s music is the soundtrack to the soulful and beautiful universe he created, and we have all been privileged to be […]
Cheap Trick, TKO – Palace Theatre – April 23, 1979 37 years ago today in Northeast Ohio music history, Cheap Trick performed a sold out show at the Palace Theatre on the tour promoting their hit album “Cheap Trick at Budokan”. Opening the show was TKO. (poster courtesy of and available at rawsugarstudio.com)
Roger Daltrey has got a lot to say recently about AC/DC and what he has to say isn’t pretty. The Who frontman stepped up in defense of his fellow rock Brian Johnson, who recently parted ways with AC/DC due to hearing issues. As Daltrey sees it, Johnson’s departure is AC/DC’s loss. “I’ve spoken to Brian. He’s got loads […]
TMZ and AP are reporting that the artist known as Prince died today. He was 57. A body was discovered at his Paisley Park compound in Minnesota this morning. His publicist, Yvette Noel-Schure, told The Associated Press the music icon was found dead at his home Thursday in Chanhassen. The singer, songwriter, arranger and instrumentalist was widely acclaimed as […]
“I cannot in good conscience endorse the Republican party in any way.” pretty much sums up why Joe Walsh pulled out of a scheduled concert July 18th in Cleveland. Joe will still be appearing in the Cleveland area when he plays Blossom Music Center June 26th with Bad Company. A Statement From Joe Walsh Regarding […]
