On Monday, July 26, famed rock producer, manager, and lyricist Sandy Pearlman died at the age of 72. His Wikipedia page says he "was the recipient of 17 gold and platinum records." He managed that despite not actually producing many bands, or even albums -- but he left a big imprint on every one he worked on.
Born in Rockaway (Queens), NY in 1943, he got a college degree at the State University of New York at Stony Brook on Long Island in 1966.
A year later, still in the Stony Brook area, he recruited a band so he could have a series of science-fiction poems he'd written (the Imaginos saga, about a group secretly controlling world history) set to music and performed. He named the band Soft White Underbelly after Winston Churchill's epithet for Italy, but changed its name to Oaxaca after Soft White Underbelly got a negative review at a big concert.
Born in Rockaway (Queens), NY in 1943, he got a college degree at the State University of New York at Stony Brook on Long Island in 1966.
A year later, still in the Stony Brook area, he recruited a band so he could have a series of science-fiction poems he'd written (the Imaginos saga, about a group secretly controlling world history) set to music and performed. He named the band Soft White Underbelly after Winston Churchill's epithet for Italy, but changed its name to Oaxaca after Soft White Underbelly got a negative review at a big concert.
- 7/28/2016
- by SteveHoltje
- www.culturecatch.com
To a young journalist in the mid-'70s, David Bowie was the ungettable interview. He did not speak to the press. Still, through some cajoling from Ron Wood of The Rolling Stones and Glenn Hughes of Deep Purple, both of whom I’d previously profiled, David Bowie called me from a cross-country train trip. “I’ve left my manager,” he said, “I’m traveling to L.A. I’ll call you when I arrive and we can do an interview.” I followed him, with tape rolling, for six months as he transitioned from Young Americans to his next phase, The Thin
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- 1/12/2016
- by Cameron Crowe
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Metallica, The Flaming Lips, Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott, Steve Vai and Iron Maiden are among the artists who will pay tribute to Deep Purple founding member Jon Lord on a covers album of the seminal rock group’s “Machine Head.” Lord died last month of a pulmonary embolism. “Re-Machined: A Tribute to Machine Head” will also feature Carlos Santana, Chickenfoot, Guns N ‘Roses’ Matt Sorum and Duff MacKagan, and Steve Vai, according to NME. No word yet on when the album will be released. Tracklisting for "Re-Machined" Carlos Santana – 'Smoke On The Water'? Chickenfoot – 'Highway Star'? Glenn Hughes, Chad Smith...
- 8/9/2012
- Hitfix
Black Country Communion
2
J&R Adventures
Produced by Kevin Shirley
Released June 14, 2011 U.S.: CD | MP3
June 13, 2011 UK: CD| MP3
Rock supergroups are often a collaboration amongst musicians when one or more of their respective bands goes belly up. Sometimes, however, they are formed when musicians are taking time away from being awesome in their ‘day job’ to be awesome elsewhere. This brings us to Black Country Communion, a supergroup made up of Glenn Hughes ( ‘the voice of rock’ of Deep Purple fame), Jason Bonham (son of late Led Zeppelin drummer), Derek Sherinian (formerly of Dream Theater), and the new blues king, Joe Bonamassa.
As much of a fan as I am on Glenn Hughes -- Deep Purple’s Burn is without question one of the greatest rock albums of all time and You Are The Music…We’re Just The Band by his first band Trapeze is one...
2
J&R Adventures
Produced by Kevin Shirley
Released June 14, 2011 U.S.: CD | MP3
June 13, 2011 UK: CD| MP3
Rock supergroups are often a collaboration amongst musicians when one or more of their respective bands goes belly up. Sometimes, however, they are formed when musicians are taking time away from being awesome in their ‘day job’ to be awesome elsewhere. This brings us to Black Country Communion, a supergroup made up of Glenn Hughes ( ‘the voice of rock’ of Deep Purple fame), Jason Bonham (son of late Led Zeppelin drummer), Derek Sherinian (formerly of Dream Theater), and the new blues king, Joe Bonamassa.
As much of a fan as I am on Glenn Hughes -- Deep Purple’s Burn is without question one of the greatest rock albums of all time and You Are The Music…We’re Just The Band by his first band Trapeze is one...
- 6/20/2011
- by Obi-Dan
- Geeks of Doom
It was over 40 years when "the voice of rock" Glenn Hughes was at the epicenter of the rock explosion from middle England. He found success with the blues rock band Trapeze and went on to join Deep Purple and Black Sabbath (on the Seventh Star album, technically a Tony Iommi solo project) and sell countless albums under his own name.
He has now found yet another winning combination in his latest band Black Country Communion. He talked with me, while still in his rock star PJs, just before Bcc heads out on tour. He immediately radiates cool and positive vibes. “Just letting the dog’s out. What’s going on, mate?”
Geeks of Doom: How did Black Country Communion come together?
Glenn Hughes: Joe [Bonamassa] and I were playing at the House of Blues about 18 months ago. Kevin Shirley [Bcc producer] was there and he thought it was insanely good and he thought Joe and I,...
He has now found yet another winning combination in his latest band Black Country Communion. He talked with me, while still in his rock star PJs, just before Bcc heads out on tour. He immediately radiates cool and positive vibes. “Just letting the dog’s out. What’s going on, mate?”
Geeks of Doom: How did Black Country Communion come together?
Glenn Hughes: Joe [Bonamassa] and I were playing at the House of Blues about 18 months ago. Kevin Shirley [Bcc producer] was there and he thought it was insanely good and he thought Joe and I,...
- 6/13/2011
- by Obi-Dan
- Geeks of Doom
Everyone's favorite metal TV show, That Metal Show, recently announced that it would return for a seventh season on VH1 Classic.
Once more, the show will be hosted by the insanely metal-knowledgeable Eddie Trunk, as well as stand-up comedians Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson.
As with last season, each show will be an hour in length, and will feature a smorgasbord of renowned veteran metal guests, including Kirk Hammett (Metallica), Ace Frehley (ex-Kiss), David Coverdale (Whitesnake), and Duff McKagan (ex-Guns N' Roses), among others.
The season's first episode will premiere on Saturday, March 19, at 11 pm (Est/Pst).
According to the Wikipedia site, here is what to expect this season on That Metal Show:
Episode 1: March 19, 2011 - Kirk Hammett and Uli Jon Roth Episode 2: March 26, 2011 - Ace Frehley and Billy Sheehan Episode 3: April 2, 2011 - David Coverdale and Lita Ford Episode 4: April 9, 2011 - Chris Jericho...
Once more, the show will be hosted by the insanely metal-knowledgeable Eddie Trunk, as well as stand-up comedians Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson.
As with last season, each show will be an hour in length, and will feature a smorgasbord of renowned veteran metal guests, including Kirk Hammett (Metallica), Ace Frehley (ex-Kiss), David Coverdale (Whitesnake), and Duff McKagan (ex-Guns N' Roses), among others.
The season's first episode will premiere on Saturday, March 19, at 11 pm (Est/Pst).
According to the Wikipedia site, here is what to expect this season on That Metal Show:
Episode 1: March 19, 2011 - Kirk Hammett and Uli Jon Roth Episode 2: March 26, 2011 - Ace Frehley and Billy Sheehan Episode 3: April 2, 2011 - David Coverdale and Lita Ford Episode 4: April 9, 2011 - Chris Jericho...
- 3/8/2011
- UGO TV
Former Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash is celebrating after his solo debut was named Album of the Year at the Classic Rock Roll of Honor awards on Wednesday, November 10. The rocker's self-titled offering saw off competition from acts including Kiss, Iron Maiden and Wolfmother to win the prize at the ceremony, held at London's Roundhouse venue and hosted by Alice Cooper.
Australian stars AC/DC picked up the Band of the Year honor, while Led Zeppelin's John Paul Jones was given a standing ovation as he collected his Outstanding Contribution trophy. Three The Black Sabbath legends were honored at the event - bassist Geezer Butler was crowned Metal Guru, and late metal star Ronnie James Dio was remembered with the Tommy Vance Inspiration prize. Former Sabbath frontman Glenn Hughes accepted the Childline Rocks award.
Canadian trio Rush won the Living Legend award, which was picked up by frontman Geddy Lee.
Australian stars AC/DC picked up the Band of the Year honor, while Led Zeppelin's John Paul Jones was given a standing ovation as he collected his Outstanding Contribution trophy. Three The Black Sabbath legends were honored at the event - bassist Geezer Butler was crowned Metal Guru, and late metal star Ronnie James Dio was remembered with the Tommy Vance Inspiration prize. Former Sabbath frontman Glenn Hughes accepted the Childline Rocks award.
Canadian trio Rush won the Living Legend award, which was picked up by frontman Geddy Lee.
- 11/11/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Glenn Hughes in Concert at O2 Islington Academy in London.Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos Glenn Hughes in Concert at O2 Islington Academy in London.Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos Glenn Hughes in Concert at O2 Islington Academy in London.Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos Glenn Hughes in Concert at O2 Islington Academy in London.Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos Glenn Hughes in Concert at O2 Islington Academy in London.Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos 10/05/2010 - Glenn Hughes - Glenn Hughes in Concert at O2 Islington Academy in London - October 5, 2010 - O2 Islington Academy - London, UK © Landmark / PR Photos 10/05/2010 - Glenn Hughes - Glenn Hughes in...
- 10/8/2010
- by Michelle Wray
- Monsters and Critics
Motorhead star Lemmy Kilmister, Dee Snider, Glenn Hughes and the Scorpions were among the rockers celebrated at the Vegas Rocks! Magazine Awards at the weekend, August 22. The trio were presented with achievement honors at the inaugural prize giving, held at the Elvis Showroom inside the Las Vegas Hilton hotel.
The event, held to mark the publication's sixth anniversary, featured a show-stopping finale as Twisted Sister star Snider and Lita Ford took the stage together for a duet performance. Snider received the Rock n' Roll Savior Award; Lemmy accepted the Vegas Rocks! Lifetime Legend Award; the Scorpions were honored with the Rock Group Lifetime Achievement prize and Hughes accepted the Inspirational Icon Award.
The oddest prize of the night went to Public Enemy star Flavor Flav, who picked up the Best Rock Clock in the Universe Award.
The event, held to mark the publication's sixth anniversary, featured a show-stopping finale as Twisted Sister star Snider and Lita Ford took the stage together for a duet performance. Snider received the Rock n' Roll Savior Award; Lemmy accepted the Vegas Rocks! Lifetime Legend Award; the Scorpions were honored with the Rock Group Lifetime Achievement prize and Hughes accepted the Inspirational Icon Award.
The oddest prize of the night went to Public Enemy star Flavor Flav, who picked up the Best Rock Clock in the Universe Award.
- 8/24/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Rocker Ryan Adams felt inspired after paying his respects to Ronnie James Dio at his funeral - the day after the ceremony he wrote 11 new tracks. More than 1,200 devotees attended the public memorial service, held at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles on May 30.
The tribute featured performances from former Black Sabbath star Glenn Hughes, Anthrax's Joey Belladonna and the star's Dio bandmates Claude Schnell and Scott Warren. And Adams was so moved by the service, he rushed home to work on some new music.
In a post on his Facebook.com page, he writes, "Eleven new solo tunes came out of nowhere. Day after Dio's funeral they just fell out. Soft mellow acoustic jams - lots of New Orleans scenery and vibe from the trip... I am official(ly) very excited again."...
The tribute featured performances from former Black Sabbath star Glenn Hughes, Anthrax's Joey Belladonna and the star's Dio bandmates Claude Schnell and Scott Warren. And Adams was so moved by the service, he rushed home to work on some new music.
In a post on his Facebook.com page, he writes, "Eleven new solo tunes came out of nowhere. Day after Dio's funeral they just fell out. Soft mellow acoustic jams - lots of New Orleans scenery and vibe from the trip... I am official(ly) very excited again."...
- 6/9/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
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