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Billie Joe Armstrong Covers Jesse Malin's 'Black Haired Girl' for Benefit LP
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2024

A new cover of Black Haired Girl has been released from the tribute album Silver Patron Saints: The Songs of Jesse Malin. The original version is a standout from Glitter in the Gutter, released in 2007, and the new track features the vocals of Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong. Listen to it now!

Joe McGinty & The Loser's Lounge Celebrate 30th Anniversary Honoring Burt Bacharach
by Michael Major - Nov 21, 2023

Joe & The Losers will be celebrating this momentous occasion with NINE blow out shows at Joe's Pub in New York honoring the music and memory of song writing icon Burt Bacharach! Bacharach's music was the theme of the very first full band Loser's Lounge show, performed at Fez Under Time Café (RIP).

Ringo Starr Announces New EP 'REWIND FORWARD'
by Michael Major - Aug 22, 2023

The other tracks find Starr collaborating with old and new friends - including longtime All Starr Steve Lukather and his Toto bandmate Joe Williams who wrote the opening track “Shadows on the Wall;” Paul McCartney, who wrote “Feeling the Sunlight;”  and for the final track, “Miss Jean,” Heartbreaker’s Benmont Tench and Mike Campbell.

Two Classic Albums by Rock Pioneer Genya Ravan Set CD & Vinyl Release
by Michael Major - Aug 15, 2023

Urban Desire, on black vinyl, red vinyl and CD, plus …And I Mean It, on black vinyl, pink vinyl and CD, display a rare pedigree of rock’n’roll smarts from New Wave, Soul, and Blues to Pop and Classic Rock’n’Roll. No one ever covered The Supremes (“Back In My Arms Again”) or John Cale (“Darling I Need You”) like this!

Ellen Foley and Robert I Rubinsky to Bring CLUB DADA/KABARET KAPUT to Dixon Place This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023

Ellen Foley and Robert I Rubinsky will return with their acclaimed show Club Dada/Kabaret Kaput to Dixon Place with two shows on May 24 and 25. 

SNL Vocalist Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez To Appear At The Emelin, April 22
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2023

Rock n' soul will rule the night on Saturday, April 22 at 8:00 pm as Christine Ohlman, the flashy, gritty platinum-blonde 'Beehive Queen,' who is the longtime vocalist with NBC's Saturday Night Live Band, brings Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez to The Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck for “THE QUEEN MEETS THE KINGS,” teaming with legendary Billy Joel drummer Liberty Devitto & The Slim Kings in a night of roots-driven, soulful rock n' roll that will spotlight songs from their recordings, including Ohlman's latest, 

Warner Theatre's Studio Sessions At NMST Presents Ricky Byrd With Support By Seth Adam, April 8
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2023

The Warner Theatre has announced that Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member RICKY BYRD (formerly of Joan Jett & The Blackhearts) will headline the next STUDIO SESSION @ NMST with support by Seth Adam, Saturday, April 8 at 8 pm in the Nancy Marine Studio Theatre.

Perris Records Reissues Roxx Gang 'The Voodoo You Love' with Bonus Track 'Magic Carpet Ride'
by Michael Major - Feb 13, 2023

This CD leaned the band back toward it’s original blues-rock roots that were hinted at on songs like “Ball-N-Chain,” “Red Rose” and “Fastest Gun In Town” on “Thing You’ve Never Done Before.” “The Voodoo You Love” received great reviews, Radio And Records said, “Roxx Gang are Florida’s premier hard rock band.

Mike Campbell & the Dirty Knobs Confirm Fall Headlining Tour & Dates With The Who
by Michael Major - Jun 7, 2022

Kicking off on August 28 in Toronto, the new headline tour includes performances at Port Chester’s Capitol Theatre, Atlanta’s Variety Playhouse and San Francisco’s The Fillmore while The Who dates feature a performance at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Bowl in November. Full tour routing can be found here!

Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs Debut New Album 'External Combustion'
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2022

Co-produced by Campbell and George Drakoulias (The Black Crowes, The Jayhawks), the 11-track album was recorded at Campbell’s home studio, Hocus Pocus Recorders in Los Angeles. External Combustion also features Margo Price and Ian Hunter as well as piano from Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers founding member Benmont Tench on “Lightning Boogie.”

Mike Campbell & the Dirty Knobs Premiere New Song 'State of Mind'
by Michael Major - Mar 1, 2022

“State Of Mind” is the latest song revealed from the band’s second studio album, External Combustion. The group previously unveiled tracks “Electric Gypsy” and “Wicked Mind” alongside accompanying George Mays (My Morning Jacket, Brittany Howard, Chicano Batman) directed videos.

Brian May's 'Another World' Revisited With Remastered Gold Series Reissue
by Michael Major - Feb 24, 2022

Restored by Bob Ludwig, the album will be reissued in multiple formats, including 1-CD and – on 180g heavyweight black vinyl – 1-LP versions. The 2CD Deluxe set adds Another Disc (mastered by Adam Ayan), while a 2-CD + 1-LP Collector’s Edition includes both CDs and a sky-blue vinyl LP in a 12” lift lid box, with a 32-page booklet and enamel badge.

Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs Unveil 'Electric Gypsy'
by Michael Major - Feb 15, 2022

Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs debut their new song, “Electric Gypsy,” today alongside a George Mays (My Morning Jacket, Brittany Howard, Chicano Batman) directed video. Co-produced by Campbell and George Drakoulias (The Black Crowes, The Jayhawks), the 11-track album was recorded at Campbell’s home studio. Watch the new music video now!

Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs Announce 'External Combustion' Album
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2022

In celebration of the forthcoming record, Campbell & The Dirty Knobs are premiering their blistering garage-rock single, “Wicked Mind,” today alongside a George Mays (My Morning Jacket, Brittany Howard, Chicano Batman) directed video. Watch the new music video now!

'Get Back NYC' Benefit For Teen Cancer America Will Be Held At The Cutting Room
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2021

NOTES FROM AN ARTIST radio / podcast hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli present GET BACK NYC to benefit Teen Cancer America's Play It Back Music Program, to be held at THE CUTTING ROOM on Monday 6 December 2021 at 7:00 PM. Admission is $20.00 with all proceeds going to TEEN CANCER AMERICA.

Steve Conte Announces New Album 'Bronx Cheer' Out November 2021
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2021

New York City guitarist, singer and songwriter Steve Conte has found the way back to center stage with his first solo album in five years, the attitude-infused Bronx Cheer, releasing Friday, November 5 on Wicked Cool Records.

Duran Duran Pays Tribute to David Bowie With 'Five Years' Cover
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 8, 2021

Today, internationally acclaimed, multi-platinum and award-winning pop legends Duran Duran kick-off their 2021 40th anniversary celebrations by going back to where it all began for them, with a stunning stand-alone cover of David Bowie's timeless classic, 'Five Years.'

Lena Hall, Michael C. Hall, Adam Lambert to Perform During 'A Bowie Celebration: Just For One Day!'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 6, 2021

Tony-winner Lena Hall, Michael C. Hall, Adam Lambert, and more will honor the late, great David Bowie in a global streaming event this Friday, January 8th.

Ringo Starr Announces 'Ringo Rocks: 30 Years of the All Starrs' Limited-Edition Commemorative Book
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 16, 2020

It’s been three decades since Ringo Starr founded his All Starr supergroup and took the stage with some of rock and roll’s biggest luminaries, creating an exceptional legacy of performances of some of the greatest hits of all time.

Adam Lambert, Duran Duran, and More Join Lineup For David Bowie Musical Celebration, JUST FOR ONE DAY!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2020

David Bowie musical celebration, Just For One Day has added a group of stars to its lineup. Joining the concert are Adam Lambert, Trent Reznor, Duran Duran, Billy Corgan, Perry Farrell, Lzzy Hale, Ian Hunter, Joe Elliott, Atticus Ross, Gavin Rossdale, Peter Frampton, Tony Visconti and more.