Led Zeppelin is one of the most iconic and influential bands of the 1970s. They broke numerous records while touring the world and changed the rules for tour earnings among artists. They were the first band to perform longer sets than the traditional 20–40-minute performances and hardly ever had support acts on tour. There was… Continue reading 97: Aristocrats, Name Changes, and Lawyers
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29: Wood, Black and Blue, and Finding A Replacement
In 1975 the Rolling Stones were the biggest band in the world. Millions of albums sold, selling out world tours and names constantly in the tabloids you couldn’t go anywhere without hearing of the band’s exploits. So, when at the end of 1974 Mick Taylor decided to quit the band the biggest job in music… Continue reading 29: Wood, Black and Blue, and Finding A Replacement
23: Faces, Small Faces, and Humble Pie
In music, it’s not uncommon that many bands are intertwined with others. When bands toured in the beginning there are normally two or three others that are on the same local circuit. Like most people who are into the same hobbies, you befriend them. This is one of those stories where not only one of… Continue reading 23: Faces, Small Faces, and Humble Pie
9: Politics, Shock Rock, and Monster Raving Loons
Music and politics have always been linked together. As noticed by the latest US election with rapper Kanye West running and getting some votes. There are countless lawsuits between politicians and musical artists about the use of their music and political leanings. Kanye wasn’t the first musician to run for office and he probably won’t… Continue reading 9: Politics, Shock Rock, and Monster Raving Loons