OK so it’s really the song that resulted in Foreigner being labeled a “pop” band but for me if anything can make people pay attention to one of my all-time favorite bands, then I am all for it. So what better way than having one of the biggest stars on the planet cover one of [...]

Jim James, the frontman for My Morning Jacket, has released a six song EP dedication to George Harrison. It was recorded shortly after Harrison’s death in November 2001 but finally released last Tuesday. If you are a fan of George, you will love it. The songs are totally stripped down to the core with James [...]

As I mentioned yesterday, discovering music- new or old- is what it is all about. This morning while on I-Tunes (every Tuesday there is new music released) I came across a wonderful single by Ingrid Michaelson called “Maybe” which is the first single release off of her upcoming album “Everybody” which hits stores on Aug. [...]

As I was watching the “MTV University” channel over this past weekend, I came across a catchy tune that caught my eyes and ears. The song is called “Now We Can See” by a band called The Thermals. The band, a trio from Portland Oregon, have been around since 2002. (Seems to be these “trio’s” [...]

Are you looking for a song to play at your son or daughter’s graduation party? Or how about a song for when a bride dances with her dad at a wedding? Or for the groom when he dances with his mom? (Or any other special occasion). Well look no further than the best song out [...]

Steely Dan will be back at the Beacon Theater this summer for four nights and they are Tuesday July 28, Wednesday July 29, Friday July 31 and Saturday August 1. Steely Dan will play their hits but also perform some of their most popular albums in their entirety. For instance, if you are a fan [...]

The first thing I have to say is that this album is an instant classic already- you know how ESPN will show a game the very next day on their “ESPN Classic” channel because it’s that good? (See the 2009 Bulls vs. Celtics first round playoff series). Ben Harper with his new band, Relentless7, have [...]

I know this song was released late last year but it seems to be picking up steam as I see the video all the time on MTV. (I know what you’re asking-you have to catch videos in the mornings on MTV or MTV2). K’naan a rapper from Somalia, in my opinion, will be the next [...]

How long has it been since you’ve been to a show where you can hear the crashing of cymbals? Or witness band members setting up the stage for themselves with the help of their friends? Or how about having such good seats (instead of holding a pair of binoculars like you were on a stakeout, [...]

Chickenfoot, the new “super” rock group, made up of Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony, Chad Smith and the electrifying Mr. Joe Satriani will be performing at the New York Fillmore at Irving Plaza on Thursday May 28. Tickets for this show will go on sale tomorrow morning at 10:00 a.m. through Live Nation and the price [...]

Have you heard this band yet? The trio from Southampton U.K. have released their debut album “Baby Darling Doll Face Honey” and I have been swept up in all the buzz about the talent that this threesome has to offer. For just $5.99 (courtsey of I-Tunes) you can download this solid debut effort which contains [...]

Have you purchased U2’s new album “No Line on the Horizon Yet?” If not, I am here to tell you that you will not be disappointed in this flat out masterpiece. At first I was hesitant, even after Rolling Stone magazine rated it 5 stars, which denotes an “instant classic.” However, after a few turns [...]

Beginning tonight when two of the final 13 contestants are voted off from the eighth season of “American Idol” they will depart to the sound of Carrie Underwood singing Motley Crue’s “Home Sweet Home.” This song will be used for the rest of the season as the prospective Idol’s are voted off.
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Have you heard the latest version of “Careless Whisper?” Yes you know the song made famous by Wham featuring George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley. Well there is a brand new version that has an edge to it. Seether has re-recorded it and I have to say I really like it. Take a listen for yourself [...]

Today would have marked George Harrison’s 66th birthday. Sadly, he passed away at the young age of 58 back in Nov. 2001. It’s hard to believe that it has been a little more than 7 years already.

George has always been and will always remain my favorite Beatle. For some reason his music resonates with [...]

The White Stripes were the last musical act for Conan O’Brien’s farewell show at the 12:30 a.m. time slot this past Friday Feb. 20, 2009. It was a special night all around, as this was their first public appearance since 2007 when it was discovered that Meg White was suffering from acute anxiety. I am [...]

Have you ever wanted to make someone watch your favorite TV show, or maybe your preferred movie? Or how about making someone attend your favorite restaurant? The reason you do it is because you love whatever you are advertising and you want people to pay attention to it. However, sometimes for whatever reason, people don’t [...]

If you’re like me, you long for the days of waiting on long lines for tickets to see your favorite artist. Remember when “first come, first serve” were the days? Remember “Ticket-tron?” Then in the mid to late 1980’s, it all started to end with Ticket Master. Being first in line meant nothing as Ticketmaster [...]

American Express cardholders will have first access at tickets for Van Morrison at The Beacon Theater on Wed. & Thurs. Mar. 3 and 4. The pre-sale starts Saturday morning (Feb. 7) at 9:00 a.m and runs until Thursday evening (Feb. 12) at 10:00 p.m. General public on sale is Friday Feb. 13 at 9:00 a.m. [...]

I could not let the day end without acknowledging one of the saddest days in music history. Back on this day in 1959, a small plane carrying the legendary Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson crashed and killed all on board.

The body of work that Buddy put out in such a [...]

I don’t know about you but I was brought up in a house where every Sunday morning my Mom & Dad would play their favorite artists albums for at least 2 hours. Our Sunday morning breakfasts included eggs with Elvis or Patsy Cline. Some weekends it would be Fats Domino or Roy Orbison but overall [...]

Recently I have been on a “top ten” kick and someone asked me for my top ten “train” songs of all time. “Drops of Jupiter” by Train is a phenomenal song but I went for songs (as opposed to the band name) with either the word “train” in it or if the song was “train” [...]

I had my I-POD on “shuffle” and Billy Preston’s “Will It Go Round in Circles” came on and I was blown away on how fresh it still sounds, no matter how many times you hear it. This man had so much talent and his career spanned five decades. Did you know that when he was [...]

Ladies and Gentlemen,

Since there is snow in the forecast today and the holiday season is right around the corner, I thought it would be a good time to post my list of favorite holiday tunes. Happy Holidays everyone!!

10. Christmas Is – Run DMC – How great is this song? I love it. I wish [...]

Well here it is, another year coming to an end and we all wonder where the time has gone. Weren’t we all just worried about “Y2K” issues? Sorry to digress, back to the topic-the top ten songs of 2008. Now I have seen some other lists and I will tell you right now, my list [...]