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BAXTER'S ATTIC The Who "I Can't Explain" [VIDEO]

Baxter — Thu, 02 May 2013 17:33:40 +0000

Every weekday around 9:30, we pull one out of the attic. In case you are new,the Attic is a mythical place where we were “enlightened” by great music…and other stuff.

Classic Summer Series – 1970 – Summer Of Discontent [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:48:41 +0000

A band that helped define the Summer of 1970 would be The Grateful Dead. That summer there was topics of ‘Kent State’, Southern Rock and more protests. Probably the most influencial significance during the Summer of 1970 was the killing of four Kent State University students by the National Guard. All part [...]

Classic Summer Series – 1969 – Summer Of Woodstock [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:48:23 +0000

The Monterey Festival was the first major rock gathering but Woodstock was definitely the largest and most famous where folks gathered in Sullivan County, New York on a farm which actually is about 40 miles from the town of Woodstock itself. As time moved forward so did the shift in rock music [...]

10 Classic Oldies From 1967 [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:30:17 +0000

When one goes back in time in their mind and try to re-think of good memories usually one of those turns to music, I thought I’d comprise some of the great music considered classic tunes from 1967.One of my criteria was those songs that were 45 singles and made the Top 40 pop charts of [...]

10 Classic Oldies From 1967 – The Who,"I Can See For Miles" [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:59:36 +0000

September 1967, The Who’s Pete Townsend objective was to write the nastiest, socially aggressive song possible, simply because Pete never forgave England for ignoring it. In America, a complete different story, we love aggressive music that’s why it made it in the Top Ten. Although not everyone in Blightly (slang: England) missed the implications of [...]

It's Tax Time, Top 10 Songs About Paying Taxes [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 16:06:42 +0000

It’s tax time again, aargh but it might be a good thing especially if you getting a nice fat refund. To celebrate enjoy the Top 10 songs about paying taxes.The late Hunter Thompson once said, ” The music business is a cruel and shallow money trench, a long plastic hallway where thieves and pimps run [...]

It's Tax Time, Top 10 Songs About Paying Taxes – The Who – [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:27:58 +0000

“Success Story” a song to be found on The Who’s album ‘The Who By Numbers’ from 1975.A John Entwistle song about The Who’s success and how it basically took the fun out of playing music. “Away for the weekend I’ve gotta play some one-night stands Six for the taxman, and one for the band.” [...]

Profile: The (Young) Rascals – Awards/Honors And The Hits [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 19:16:32 +0000

With all great bands there comes rewards, in this article we will cover the Awards and their hits from 1966-1968. The Rascals were inducted into the Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame in 1997. The Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999. The Rascals were inducted into the Vocal group Hall of Fame in 2005. In June 18, [...]

The Who, Elvis Costello to Perform Benefit Concert

Dave Lifton — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 01:44:00 +0000

The Who will close out their U.S. tour on Feb. 28 with a special intimate concert at the Theater at Madison Square Garden. Dubbed "Who Cares," the show will benefit their Teen Cancer America charity and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Elvis Costello and the Imposters will serve as the opening act for the evening.

BAXTER'S ATTIC The Who "I Can't Explain" [VIDEO]

Baxter — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:02:54 +0000

Every weekday around 9:30, we pull one out of the attic. In case you are new,the Attic is a mythical place where we were “enlightened” by great music…and other stuff.

Classic Rock Releases For December 2012 – 'On Vinyl'

Mark Alan — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 17:14:28 +0000

Great Classic Rock releases for the month of December could make your holidays Classic.

Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney and the Who on 12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy Relief Concert Lineup

Billy Dukes — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:01:22 +0000

Eight A-list artists have been named as performers at the 12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy relief concert in New York City next month. Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney and the Who are just three of the classic rock acts who've agreed to play the Madison Square Garden event. More are expected to be named in coming weeks.

The Who Reign O'er Brooklyn With 'Quadrophenia' Show – Concert Review

Spencer Kaufman — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 16:30:04 +0000

The Who made their way into New York’s famed borough of Brooklyn last night (Nov. 14) to perform their classic album ‘Quadrophenia’ at the brand-new Barclays Center arena. Singer Roger Daltrey and guitarist Pete Townshend, the Who’s surviving original members, were in top form throughout the night. Daltrey, who has battled vocal issues in recent [...]

Top Classic Rock Releases For November

Mark Alan — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 16:10:45 +0000

November a great month for releases

BAXTER'S ATTIC The Who "I Can't Explain" [VIDEO]

Baxter — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 17:27:26 +0000

Every weekday around 9:30, we pull one out of the attic. In case you are new,the Attic is a mythical place where we were “enlightened” by great music…and other stuff.

New Music CD/DVD/Vinyl Releases For August

Mark Alan — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 17:56:02 +0000

New Releases for August in CD/DVD/ and Vinyl

The Who Announce 2012/2013 'Quadrophenia and More' Tour

Matthew Wilkening — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 11:30:52 +0000

The Who will embark on a 37-date North American tour entitled ‘Quadrophenia and More’ this fall. Surviving members Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend will perform the 1973 album in its entirety, along with other popular songs from their catalog.

AC/DC's Angus Young Strips- Do You Recall Any Memorable Concert Stalwarts [VIDEO]

Mark Alan — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 21:01:53 +0000

Rock Theater at it's finest, Jimmy Page strikes his Les Paul with a violin bow, ZZ Top spin their guitars, many a memory at the concert hall.

The Who's "Quadrophenia" To Debut In Theaters

Mark Alan — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 20:28:51 +0000

A must see for Who fans across America. The Who's Quadrophenia, Can You See The Real Me? The Story Behind the Album.

Pete Townshend Memoir has Release Date

Lynn Quale — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:01:14 +0000

The Who’s Pete Townshend has finally decided when to publish his long awaited life story. The memoir will feature stories about every aspect of Townshend’s life. From music, to family, drugs, women, friends, enemies, broken guitars, and destroyed hotel rooms. This sounds highly entertaining! You can look forward to getting your hands on the book [...]