Roy Orbison’s Last Show: A Memorable Performance
Roy Orbison left this world much earlier than many hoped or expected, leaving behind a musical legacy that continues to influence contemporary singers. Orbison sang pretty much right up until the day he died on Dec. 6, 1988. Two days…
December’s Children and the Early Sound of the Rolling Stones
Desde el principio, nadie realmente consideró December’s Children (And Everybody’s) de los Rolling Stones como una adición oficial al creciente catálogo de la banda. Especialmente no los miembros del grupo, quienes vieron el álbum de 12 canciones – que fue…
Ace Frehley Performs at His First Final Kiss Concert
Key Takeaways Final Concert: Ace Frehley played his last concert with Kiss on December 3, 1980. Slow Disintegration: Frehley’s departure was a gradual process that began in the late 1970s. Commercial Struggles: The band’s popularity declined due to overexposure and…
All Things Must Pass by George Harrison: A Solo Landmark
George Harrison began his post-Beatles era with a very big bang: All Things Must Pass arrived in the U.S. on Nov. 27, 1970, as a triple-album boasting more than 20 songs. Tucked inside were a couple of huge hits but…
Band’s Thanksgiving Farewell Almost Didn’t Happen
The onscreen stars of The Last Waltz will always be Rick Danko and Robbie Robertson, both of whom were galvanizing throughout Martin Scorsese’s bittersweet 1978 film. Yet the project, conceived as the Band’s concert farewell on Thanksgiving night, Nov. 25,…
Peter Frampton’s Departure from Humble Pie Before ‘Rockin’ the Fillmore’
Key Takeaways Album Impact: Humble Pie’s Performance: Rockin’ the Fillmore was a significant live album that helped elevate the band’s popularity. Live Energy: The band’s live performances were notably more intense and energetic compared to their studio recordings. Frampton’s Departure:…
Vitamins That Helped Save a Tom Petty Hit
Key Insights Songwriting Contribution: Tom Petty primarily wrote the Heartbreakers’ songs, but Mike Campbell’s contributions are significant. Famous Riff: The iconic riff in “Breakdown” was initially played only once at the end of the song. Studio Collaboration: Dwight Twilley’s advice…
Ozzmosis Review: A Retro Look at Ozzy Osbourne’s Album
In hindsight, it is surprising to think of Ozzy Osbourne retiring in his mid-40s. Nonetheless, the Prince of Darkness took his first final bow at the end of his 1992 No More Tours Tour, which supported the previous year’s blockbuster…
Live at the Apollo by James Brown Records
James Brown’s live performances, characterized by his exhilarating stage presence and vocal prowess, were experiences that had to be seen or at least heard to be believed. This is why Brown’s decision to record a live album on October 24,…
SS Edmund Fitzgerald Inspires Gordon Lightfoot’s Music
Key Takeaways Historical Significance: The SS Edmund Fitzgerald was the largest ship to sink in the Great Lakes, resulting in the loss of 29 crew members. Storm Impact: The ship sank during a severe storm on November 10, 1975, after…
Queen Unites Once More for ‘Made in Heaven’
The death of Freddie Mercury did not signify the end of Queen‘s classic era. Instead, that conclusion came with Made in Heaven, an album released on Nov. 6, 1995, featuring the last recordings made by the ailing singer before he…
Done With Mirrors: A Retro Review of Aerosmith’s Album
The title of Aerosmith’s Done With Mirrors alluded to magic tricks and cocaine. While the reunion of the band’s classic lineup certainly did feel miraculous, the latter reference was proof that old habits died hard with Aerosmith — and it…