Tag Archives: rock

This Month in Musical History: Purple Rain becomes a popular deluge

June 15, 2011 | Lee Zimmerman | 0

Although Prince had released five albums prior to “Purple Rain,” up until that time he had demonstrated only a hint of his true crossover potential. ►

Black Bell Records to release compilation for Record Store Day

April 14, 2011 | princep | 0

In support of Record Store Day on April 16th Black Bell Records is pleased to announce a FREE limited edition 12″ Vinyl Compilation. ►

The reggae soul rock of Bedouin Soundclash ready for release

March 14, 2011 | princep | 0

Bedouin Soundclash has set the U.S. physical release date for their latest album “Light the Horizon” as Tuesday, June 7. ►

Allman Brothers gear up for New York pilgrimage

February 10, 2011 | princep | 0

Fans of rock music icons the ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND are getting ready for their annual pilgrimage to New York City’s Beacon Theatre, starting March 10. ►

Chrissie Hynde stakes out new musical ground

January 5, 2011 | princep | 1

JP, Chrissie and The Fairground Boys proves a hit for iconic Pretender ►

Nelson legacy lives on through family and fans

December 15, 2010 | princep | 2

Ricky Nelson’s music will always be revered. Twin sons Matthew and Gunnar Nelson carry on his legacy. ►

A collector’s most treasured Ricky Nelson item

December 14, 2010 | princep | 1

Colored vinyl of Ricky Nelson on Imperial Records is one collector’s most treasured item. ►

Extras make special edition of Wings classic, ‘Band On The Run,’ a standout

November 25, 2010 | princep | 0

Classic album includes the first-ever official release of McCartney’s 1974 “One Hand Clapping” documentary. ►

‘The Complete Elvis Presley Masters’ worth $750?

November 25, 2010 | princep | 0

It’s the question Elvis fans may ask as they contemplate whether to plunk down a substantial fee for this box set. ►

In the end, there will always be Hawkwind

November 5, 2010 | princep | 0

Forty years on from the release of the band’s first album, the longest running space opera in history released the new album, “Blood of the Earth” ►