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Most Underrated Albums: Yes’ ‘Talk’

It’s regarded by many fans to be their most overlooked album. A sheer masterpiece that was initially panned by critics. Guitarist at the time, Trevor Rabin, has the distinction of playing on Yes’ most commercially successful albums. He also has the distinction of playing on their second lowest charting album. If anything because of timing. Because his final album contribution to Yes, 1994’s ‘Talk,’ is a truly overlooked piece of hard rock prog excellence. It’s just that 1994 wasn’t receptive to the sound that they produced. But it doesn’t make it any less amazing. With the exception of the terrible ‘Yes’ logo that was used on the cover.

Little Richard Moves On To Next Dimension At 87

The Beatles, the Stones, Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, The Who, Alice Cooper, Aerosmith, KISS, Queen, Deep Purple, Whitesnake, RHCP, Van Halen, Ratt, Motley Crue (and basically any other glam rock act), Living Colour, King’s X, Soundgarden, Alice In Chains. The list goes on and on and on and on for all the artists that Little Richard has influenced. He’s the founder, the innovator, the architect. If Elvis was the king, than Little Richard was the creator. His contributions exceed far beyond what he created.

Metallica To Possibly Work On New Album During Quarantine

While everyone is in lockdown, we’re all thinking of things to do. Many bands and musicians have stepped up considerably with online shows or posting of unreleased concert material from the past. And Metallica have been particularly active during the quarantine. They’ve been sharing old concert footage every Monday, entitled ‘Metallica Mondays.’ They’ve done a really cool, laid back rendition of their classic barnburner ‘Blackened.’ And they’re also working on a charity called ‘All Within My Hands.’

Post Malone Rocks Nirvana Cover Set With Travis Barker and Co.

Those questioning Post Malone’s rock credentials were quickly silenced the other day. The rapper, who was a rocker before, got some buddies together along with Blink-182’s Travis Barker to deliver a really strong cover set from Nirvana.

Most Underrated Bands: Starz

Starz had all the makings of a major successful late 70’s arena rock band. The songs, the melodies, the looks and a big pyro show that rivaled KISS. And they were under the same management. So the question remains, why didn’t they blow up like many of their counterparts?

Whitesnake To Relase ‘The Rock’ Album, 2020 Remixes

Another compilation album from the legendary Whitesnake is on it’s way. And this time it’s all about the rockers. ‘The Rock’ album is set to drop on June 19th.

Hard Rock Anniversary 4-16-91 Temple of the Dog’s Only Album

It’s a straight up 90’s Seattle classic. One of the best albums of an era. And one of the most unique. After the death of influential Seattle frontman Andrew Wood, the scene was in mourning. In that mourning, a band emerged. A supergroup of sorts called Temple of the Dog. Consisting of Soundgarden’s Chris Cornell on vox and Matt Cameron on drums. Along with Pearl Jam members Jeff Ament on bass, Stone Gossard on rhythm guitar, with Mike McCready on lead guitar and vocalist Eddie Vedder providing guest vocals. They quickly came together to record their self titled and only album. Dedicated to Andrew Wood.

Ratt Problem In Geico Commercial

Ratt have now officially joined the few, the proud, the 80’s hard rock bands used in commercials. The most recent Geico commercial to be exact. And it’s a perfect reference that frankly, I have a hard time wondering how the Geico commercial writers haven’t thought of it before.

Tommy Lee Shares Scathing Open Letter to Trump, Goes Viral

Out of all the outspoken critics that live among the celebrity class, there’s perhaps no one more surprising and vocal than Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee. After all, many fans of the 80’s hard rock genre tend to be on the conservative side. But Lee has stuck to his truth and isn’t afraid to show it.

Motley Crue, Def Leppard, Poison, Joan Jett Tour Make Irresponsible Decision

There’s no other way of saying it. The big stadium tour that was going to set records this summer, featuring Motley Crue, Def Leppard, Poison and Joan Jett, have decided to go on ‘no matter what.’ That decision is simply irresponsible. Both for fans and the bands touring.