Skynyrd had a new concert movie coming to theaters. The concert was filmed and in Jacksonville, Florida, their home town. Check out where to see it here
Black Label Society, playing the Wellmont
Jersey’s own Zack Wylde is playing at the Wellmont, Saturday October 5th. Get tickets here
Jimmy Johnson from Muscle Shoals Studios passes away
Jimmy Johnson the famed guitarist and founder of Muscle Shoals Studios, and band “The Swampers” passed away yesterday at the age of 76. Jimmy was known for believing in Lynyrd Skynyrd when others didn’t. He recorded with and played with countless artists throughout his career. Read more here.
Neal Casal, a NJ favorite, passes away.
Neal Casal, a musician from Denville, NJ passed away yesterday at age 50. Neal made his mark in the music industry and was most recently in Chris Robinson’s band, Brotherhood. A lot of folks are going to miss him. Read more about Neal and what his friends had to say here.
Kingfish- Sold out at the Stanhope House
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, is a 20 years old blues guitarist from Clarksdale, Mississippi, who has been turning a lot of heads, including blues master, Buddy Guy. Kingfish released his debut album in May, Buddy Guy was so impressed, that he is a guest on his album and has him touring with him this year. Kingfish has sold out the show September 1st. Check him out.
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No Royalties for Queen
Hard to believe, as of this past May, the band have not seen royalties from the monster hit movie, “Bohemian Rhapsody.” (making over $900M) Brian May talks about it here