April2019

New Stones, Nicks, Lofgren & More!

April 28, 2019 • New Classic Rock Releases • No Comments

I have just added 12 new songs into high rotation in the playlist. Nine of the songs are from the following newly released classic rock albums:

The Rolling Stones – Honk … From the band that refuses to stop rockin’ is another greatest hits release – but with a refreshing twist. The 3rd CD in the set contains live performances where they are joined by guest artists. Listen for the songs Beast Of Burden which features an assist from Ed Sheeran and a fantastic rendition of Wild Horses featuring the vocal prowess of Florence Welch (Florence & The Machine). Read the review here.

Alan Parsons – The Secret … In his first album release since 2004, the renown producer/engineer/artist has returned with a vintage album of impeccably produced recordings. Listen for the tracks Miracle (featuring Jason Mraz on vocals) and Requiem (which features a stunning saxophone solo from Todd Cooper). Read the review here.

Stevie Nicks – Stand Back 1981-2017 … The Fleetwood Mac vocalist has released this album in 2 versions – a single CD with the usual Greatest Hits stuff – or as a 3 CD set that goes a little deeper into her catalog and features a 3rd CD of mostly live recordings. Listen for the songs I Will Run To You (featuring Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers) and a stunning live version of Angel. Read the review here.

Nils Lofgren – Blue With Lou … The sometime E Street Band guitarist returns with his first solo studio band album in eight years, which features a collaboration with, and an homage of sorts to the late Lou Reed (about half the songs on the record are leftovers from lyrics that Reed gave Lofgren during a late 1970s collaboration). Listen for the tracks Don’t Let Your Guard Down, Blue With Lou and Attitude City. Read the review here.

New Singles

The other 3 songs that I have added into high rotation are from forthcoming albums. Listen for the following tracks:

Jim Peterik & World Stage – Proof Of Heaven … The founder of the band Survivor (remember Eye of The Tiger?) has released a collaboration with ex-Styx member Dennis DeYoung. The album should be released any time now.

Bruce Springsteen – Hello Sunshine … This is the first single from the Boss’s next studio album which is called Western Stars. The album is set to be released on June 14th, 2019.

Santana – Breaking Down The Door … This single features the vocalist Buika. The track is taken from his next album Africa Speaks, which is due for release on June 7th, 2019.

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12 New Tracks!

April 13, 2019 • New Classic Rock Releases • No Comments

I have just added 12 new tracks into high rotation in the playlist. Eleven of the songs are from the following newly released classic rock albums:

Bruce Hornsby – Absolute Zero … This new album takes a sharp right turn from his previous piano-less album, to a place that finds him pushing the more technical and conceptual side of his piano artistry. The album has strong jazz overtones but amazing song-writing and musicianship. Listen for the track Voyager One and Take You There (Misty). Read the review here.

Don Felder – American Rock ‘n’ Roll … This is an amazing album from the former Eagle – you can tell by the guests lending a hand: Sammy Hagar, Slash, Richie Sambora, Orianthi, Peter Frampton, Joe Satriani, Mick Fleetwood, and more. Two early released singles from the album are already in rotation in the playlist. Joining them are the songs Hearts On Fire, She Doesn’t Get It and a beautiful ballad The Way Things Have To Be. Read the review here.

Mike + The Mechanics – Out Of The Blue … The former Genesis member returns with his band and a new album, which features 3 new songs, along with re-workings of some of the band’s best known songs. Listen for the new tracks Out Of The Blue and What Would You Do. Read the review here.

Melissa Etheridge – The Medicine Show … The high-profile, outspoken and fearless performer’s 15th studio album features some great songs, sung with her usual passion. Listen for the songs Faded By Design and Wild And Lonely. Read the review here.

Gino Vannelli – Wilderness Road … The 20th album from the Canadian singer-songwriter hearkens back to his earlier days – but is meticulously produced, written, played and sung. Listen for the song Ghost Train. Read the review here.

Jon Anderson – 1000 Hands … The Yes vocalist’s new album features a huge numbers of guest musicians – such as Steve Howe, Rick Derringer, Pat Travers, Rick Wakeman, Edgar Winter, Ian Anderson and more. Listen for the song Ramalama.

New Singles

The other song that I have added into high rotation is from a forthcoming album. Listen for:

Alan Parsons – Sometimes … The second single from new album The Secret – which is due for release on April 26th, 2019 – features former Foreigner vocalist Lou Gramm on vocals.

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New Trower, Richards & Ronstadt

April 1, 2019 • New Classic Rock Releases • 3 Comments

I have just added 11 new songs into high rotation in the playlist. Six of the songs are from the following newly released classic rock albums:

Robin Trower – Coming Closer To The Day … The former Procol Harum guitar player returns with a brand new album, where he plays all the instruments but the drums. Listen for the songs Diving Bell and Someone Of Great Reknown. Read the review here.

Keith Richards – Talk Is Cheap (Deluxe Edition) … The Rolling Stone guitar player’s first solo album was originally released back in the eighties. It has been re-released in a deluxe edition with bonus tracks. Listen for the track My Babe. Read the review here.

Linda Ronstadt – Live In Hollywood … This live material was recorded in Hollywood in 1980 as part of her Mad Love tour. The singer was heading towards the end of her rock years – and this live recording captures her full vocal prowess. Listen for the track Poor Poor Pitiful Me (written by Warren Zevon) and an absolutely sizzling 6 minute version of the song You’re No Good, where the band stretches out and wails. Read the review here.

Tal Wilkenfeld – Love Remains … Bass player magazine’s cover star has played with rock royalty, including Jeff Beck, Prince, Mick Jagger and more. This is her second solo album, but the first featuring vocals. Listen for the song Fistful Of Glass. Read the review here.

New Singles

The other 5 songs that I have added into high rotation are from forthcoming albums. Listen for the following songs:

Jon Anderson – Makes Me Happy … The former Yes vocalist’s new song is from his upcoming album 1000 Hands: Chapter One – which is due for release on March 31st, 2019.

Alan Parsons – I Can’t Get There From Here … Listen for the new single from new album The Secret – which is due for release on April 26th, 2019.

Duff McKagen – Chip Away … This song is from the Guns ‘n’ Roses bass player’s impending album Tenderness, which is scheduled for release on May 31st, 2019.

Don Felder – Rock You … This is the former Eagle‘s second single from his soon-to-released album American Rock ‘n’ Roll. The song features guests Sammy Hagar, Bob Weir and Joe Satriani. Look for the new album on April 5th, 2019.

Whitesnake – Trouble Is Your Middle Name … This is the second single from their new album Flesh & Blood, which is due for release on May 10th, 2019.

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