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In this episode, we sit down with legendary guitarist, singer, and songwriter Warren Haynes for an in-depth conversation tracing his incredible journey from his early days with outlaw country icon David Allan Coe to his defining years with The Allman Brothers Band and Gov’t Mule. At just twenty years old, Haynes hit the road with Coe, cutting his teeth in the unpredictable world of touring life, before going on to co-write “Two of a Kind, Workin’ on a Full House,” which later became a massive...

https://www.classicrockhistory.com/an-interview-with-greg-t-walker-lynyrd-skynyrd-blackfoot-two-wolf/ Exclusive interview with Blackfoot legend Greg T. Walker on his new band Two Wolf, their debut album, and his Southern rock legacy with Lynyrd Skynyrd and Blackfoot

An Interview With Chris Slade Formally of AC/DC, Asia The Firm and Manfred Mann's Earth Band. https://www.classicrockhistory.com/chris-slade-the-classicrockhistory-com-interview/

Billy J. Kramer was the first musical artist to score a number one single with a Beatles song even before The Beatles had done it. This is a fascinating interview. https://www.classicrockhistory.com/billy-j-kramer-the-classicrockhistory-com-interview/

Picking The Best Songs From The First Eight Rush Albums https://www.classicrockhistory.com/

Talking Steely Dan & Other Nonsense is a conversation between Brian Kachejian and Thomas Neokleous of ClassicRockHistory.com about the first Steely Dan songs and album purchases they made in the 1970s that spins out into an amusing conversation. https://www.classicrockhistory.com/

An Interview With Carmine Appice 2024 with Brian Kachejian of ClassicRockHistory.com https://www.classicrockhistory.com/carmine-appice-the-classicrockhistory-com-interview/

Ian Paice Of Deep Purple 2024 Interview with Brian Kachejian of ClassicRockHistory.com

Interview With Miles Zuniga & Tony Scalzo Of Fastball talking about their brand new album entitled Sonic Ranch. The interview also digs deep into pop culture and what inspired the band.

The summer of 1977 remains etched in my memory as an extraordinary period for rock concerts, especially as a 16-year-old. From June to August of that year, I was fortunate to witness live performances by legends such as Led Zeppelin, Fleetwood Mac, Pink Floyd, Emerson Lake & Palmer, and Yes, all at New York's Madison Square Garden. The excitement had already been set earlier in the year with shows from Boston, Foghat, ELO, and Queen. But it didn't stop there; 1977 was filled with memorabl...

In Part II of our interview with Foghat's Roger Earl, the band's guitarist Bryan Bassett joins in on the fun talking about the band's new album Sonic Mojo, and stories from the road and the recording studio. Don't miss this exciting interview with rock and roll royalty brought to you from ClassicRockHistory.com

Dont miss this extraordinary interview with Foghat's founding member, Roger Earl. In the first part of our hour-long interview with Roger Earl, the legendary drummer brings us back to the 1970s when Foghat was formed after Roger Earl, Dave Peverett ("Lonesome Dave") and Tony Stevens left Savoy Brown to form what would become one of the most loved bands in classic rock history. The man just overflows with personality and excitement in this wonderful interview with a legend.

Our article, "Top 10 Haunting Rock Songs," explores a collection of tracks that encapsulate the essence of the word "haunting" beyond its conventional association with horror or the supernatural in popular culture. The concept of being haunted transcends the realm of ghost stories and eerie tales, extending into the personal domain where individuals are often haunted by indelible memories from their pasts. These memories, both cherished and painful, have a persistent presence in one's mind, e...

For those who came of age in the 1970s and 80s, Leo Sayer's tunes became integral to the soundtrack of their formative years. His back-to-back number one hits in 1977, "You Make Me Feel Like Dancing" and "When I Need You," have left an indelible mark on the collective memory of that generation. Beyond these chart-toppers, Leo Sayer's career is distinguished by a wealth of hit songs, critically acclaimed albums, and significant commercial achievements, showcasing his dedication as both a songw...

If you were a child of the '60s and '70s, chances are the Chambers Brothers were a staple in your music collection. With six studio albums released from 1967 to 1975, and an additional eight live albums, the band made a significant mark on the music charts, most notably with their legendary hit “Time Has Come Today.” Decades on, Lester Chambers, the band's lead singer, continues to thrive musically with the band Moonalice. Among the many joys of being part of this psychedelic soul ensemble, L...

Malcolm Bruce is the son of the legendary Jack Bruce of Cream. This interview took place in 2023 as Malcolmn was getteri ng ready to release the extrodinary tribute album to his father's legendary band Cream. The album entiteld Heavenly Cream: An Acoustic Tribute to Cream presents fifteen classic Cream songs. The making of the album began before the pandemic hit. In my interview with Malcolm Bruce, the musician states how important the art of improvisation is to himself and his mu...

The second part of our interview with legendary songwriter Jim Vallance begins with a fascinating tale from Jim about how he wrote the Aerosmith song "Rag Doll "with Steven Tyler and Joe Perry. The interview continues with many other legendary rock and roll stories, including when Quincy Jones, who had completed work on “We Are The World,” turned to Jim Vallance to compose a song for Canadian artists to sing for famine relief. The song “Tears Are Not Enough,” also co-written by David Foster, ...

Jim Vallance is a legendary songwriter who co-wrote many of Bryan Adams' biggest hits, including songs such as "Cut's Like A Knife, "Run To You," "Summer Of 69," and more. Jim Vallance has written songs for Aerosmith, Kiss, Ozzy Osbourne, Heart, Joe Cocker, Tina Turner, Joan Jett. Our complete video interview is available at https://www.classicrockhistory.com/jim-vallance-the-classicrockhistory-com-interview/

The most incredible concert I ever saw was Led Zeppelin's performance at New York’s Madison Square Garden in June 1977. This podcast will take you back to that magical night as I explain in exciting detail what that was like. https://www.classicrockhistory.com/what-it-was-like-to-experience-a-1970s-led-zeppelin-concert/ Podcast Photo Licensed from Shutterstock Photo Credit: Bruce Alan Bennett / Shutterstock.com Narration: Brian Kachejian, writer and the actual person who ...

If you have ever been to a George Thorogood & The Destroyers show, you would have seen Jim standing on stage next to George Thorogood, ripping it up night after night. However, Jim Suhler’s musical career is filled with highlights besides working with George Thorogood. He is the founding member of the blues band Monkey Beat. Additionally, his new band, Texas Scratch, has just released a scorching hot rock and roll album. This is a fascinating in-depth interview with a true roc...