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Bob Marley: Rock & Roll Quote

Joe Heuer — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:48:30 +0000

“Reggae music, soul music, rock music–every song is a sign.”-Bob Marley

Bob Marley’s songs were also incredible gifts.

Happy birthday, Bob. Say hi to Jimi and Janis and John…

Bob Marley: A “Jamming” Rock & Roll Video

Joe Heuer — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:59:07 +0000

As we celebrate the late Bob Marley’s birthday, here’s a sweet video of The Wailers “Jamming.”

Bob Marley: Rock and Roll Birthday

Joe Heuer — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:02:44 +0000

The one and only Bob Marley would have been 67 today .

Marley is widely considered the person most responsible for spreading and popularizing reggae music throughout the world. Along with his legendary band, The Wailers, Marley also served as a major voice for social and political change, particularly in Jamaica. By the mid-Seventies, Marley was such a cultural icon on the island that Time magazine wrote, “He rivals the government as a political force.”

A rock and roll hall of famer, Marley was taken from us much too soon, yet his music continues to live on. The Wailers are still out there touring constantly, playing nearly 200 dates per year. Fortunately, they come to Milwaukee for Summerfest every year and their shows remain a sheer delight as they continue the tradition of creating “positive vibrations.”

We love you, Bob.

John Mellencamp: Rock & Roll Lyrics

Joe Heuer — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:34:58 +0000

“Got a few kids of my own, and some days I still don’t know where to turn. I hope that they’re not laughing too loud when they hear me talking like this to you.”~John Mellencamp

Yep…

Dave Davies/Kinks: Rock & Roll Quote

Joe Heuer — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:18:28 +0000

“I suppose it’s an inborn thing that I don’t like to be made to do anything.”-Dave Davies

That certainly rings true for me, Dave. I think everyone I know would agree this quote accurately describes me.

Happy Birthday, Dave! Now please get your ass out there and tour with your brother!

Dave Davies/The Kinks: Rock & Roll Birthday

Joe Heuer — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:38:27 +0000

Happy birthday Dave Davies!

Dave and his brother Ray were the core of the Kinks, one of the most significant bands of the British Invasion.

The Kinks were a truly fabulous group, one of the greatest in the history of rock & roll. I remember the first time I saw them in concert at the old Milwaukee Auditorium…I left the show thinking the Kinks are what rock & roll is all about. Turns out I was right.

I just wish the brothers Davies would get their shit together, kiss and make up, and do a Kinks tour before it’s too late.

In honor of Dave’s birthday, let’s take a trip back in time to watch the Kinks doing “You Really Got Me.”

The Day the Music Died

Joe Heuer — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:10:14 +0000

53 years ago today we lost Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens.

RIP.

Graham Nash: Rock & Roll Video

Joe Heuer — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:00:15 +0000

Gotta share another video to celebrate Graham Nash’s birthday. Here he is, joined by his partner in crime, David Crosby, singing the beautiful “Simple Man.”

Graham Nash: Rock & Roll Quotes

Joe Heuer — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:30:06 +0000

“I have probably saved myself several million dollars in psychiatry bills because I talk to myself a lot. I think most songwriters do”~Graham Nash

I’m not a songwriter, but I talk to myself constantly, too.

Happy birthday, Graham!

Graham Nash/The Hollies: Rock & Roll Video

Joe Heuer — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:46:15 +0000

As we celebrate his birthday, here’s Graham Nash way back when with The Hollies singing “On a Carousel.” I think you’ll agree their harmonies still sound amazing!