Are ‘Tribute’ Bands Finally Getting the Respect They Deserve as Artists?
Say what you will about tribute-bands, but they now account for the No. 1 form of live entertainment. ...
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Monkee Micky Dolenz Recalls Fred Rogers Ahead of 12 Stars Tribute Album (Video)
Fred Rogers, the iconic childrens’ television star who appeared on the show “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood,", is being honored with a musical tribute album by such artists as Kellie Pickler, Vanessa Williams and Monkee Micky Dolenz....
Mark Bego Scores Supreme Success: New No. 1 Book on ‘Supremes’ Mary Wilson
For any writer, having a successful book is like capturing lightning in a bottle. Celebrity-biographer Mark Bego has just had lightning strike three times....
Micky Dolenz, Todd Rundgren, Christopher Cross to Slay Beatles White Album in 50th Anniversary Tour
Monkee Micky Dolenz is heading back on the road for his second concert tour this year to mark the 50th anniversary of The Beatles‘ White Album....
Kjersti Long Power Rock Ballads, at Age 12, are Sinfully Seductive (See!)
Kjersti Long, a 12-year-old music prodigy from Clinton, NJ, burst onto the music scene with her debut album Stronger Than You Think I Am. Read an exclusive Improper Q&A. ...
Janet Jackson Puts Pop in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; Plus 2018 Album Picks!
Janet Jackson made some great records with the Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis back in the day, but mostly staked her claim to fame on being Michael Jackson’s hot sister. And, really, was her music ever rock ‘n roll? The Rock Hall has always had an uneasy relationship with reality....
Tony Smith, a Star of New York City Disco Scene, Now Relives it on Satellite Radio
With the “Studio 54” movie by Matt Tymauer a regional hit here in New York City, we decided to take a look book at one of the definitive stars of those halcyon times when disco ruled in the ’70s and early ’80s....
Elton John Star-Studded NYC Show Draws Clintons, Russell Crowe Other Celebs
Elton John made a two-night stand at his favorite venue in the world, Madison Square Garden in New York City, as part of his “Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour,” and it was star-studded in more ways than one....
Tom Petty, One Year After Death, Has New Music Projects On the Way
Tom Petty died suddenly one year ago from an accidental drug overdoes, robbing rock music of one of its most enduring artists. For me, it seemed as if Petty would always be around delivering his rock solid music....
Duane Betts Talks About Carving a Niche and Building on Allman Bros. Legacy
Duane Betts, son of Allman Brothers Band founder Dickie Betts, has just released his first EP, called Sketches of American Music. A new video, for the song “Downtown Runaround” has been shot and is ready for release....
Mark Bego Pens Last Word on Aretha Franklin; Talks About Life, Career, Death
When celebrity author Mark Bego originally wrote his 1989 biography, “Aretha Franklin: Queen of Soul,” he had no idea that it would be updated three times, the latest being the new “Tribute Edition” of the book by Skyhorse Publishing, which puts her career in perspective since her death at 76 in August....
Hozier Follows Up Album With New 4 Track EP Ahead of Nationwide Tour
Hozier, the pulti-platinum singer/songwriter, has released has released his latest EP, Nina Cried Power, via Columbia Records. The 4-track set is the first collection of new music Hozier has shared since the 2014 release of his critically acclaimed self-titled debut album....
The Mac Is Back! Mick, Stevie, Christine Recapture Fleetwood Mac Magic on Ellen
The re-constituted Fleetwood Mac appeared on the Ellen DeGeneres show (their first-time ever on TV) performing “The Chain” and “Gypsy.” At first blush, with new additions Neil Finn and Mike Campbell replacing Lindsay Buckingham, they pretty much sounded the same. And that’s a good thing....
The Backstory to Woodstock ’69: An Insider Account of Three Days of Love and Music
Brother and sister Weston and Julia Blelock grew up in Woodstock, New York, left town for many years and pursued separate lives and diverse careers. But they both were drawn back to the region and are now business partners in WoodstockArts....
Mantus Rode ’70s Disco to the Top; Now It’s Eyeing New Glory With a New Album
Mantus is back. The lineup includes Billy Amendola, Jimmy Maer, Frank 'Deac' DeCrescenzo and John 'Kaz' Kazmack. (Photo: DisCompany)In the truest sense of ...
British Rock Legend Ian McDonald Sweetens the Pot With Honey West
Ian McDonald, best known for founding British supergroups King Crimson and Foreigner, takes the prize as the most interesting old-new act in music. His new group, Honey West, released their debut album, Bad Old World to rave reviews for its sound and lyrics. The album features Honey West founder, accomplished actor and neighbor Ted Zurkowski (the Actor’s Studio)), McDonald’s son Maxwell on bass, and Steve Holley from Paul McCartney’s Wings on drums....
Mark Bego: You May Not Be a Rock Star, But You Can Eat Like One
Rock and roll biographer Mark Bego is shifting gears with a big, bold and colorful cookbook. But he’s not straying too far from his genre. His latest is “Eat Like a Rock Star,” a compilation of recipes recommended by 46 artists, plus several of his own. Boz Scaggs, Richie Sambora, Joey Fatone, Micky Dolenz, Mary Wilson and Michael McDonald are among his rock star chefs. ...
Raspin Stuwart ‘Smoke the Hookah’ May Well Be ‘Song of The Summer’
Who has the song of Summer 2017? Ed Sheeran? Kimberly Davis? Harry Styles? Miley Cyrus? Would you believe Raspin Stuwart? His ethereal, 2012 reggae-themed tune, “Smoke The Hookah,” is the most radio-requested song this summer. The song (produced by Steve Reid and Bo Astrup) has also racked up an impressive number of downloads....
Improbable Songwriter Mike Greenly Ready to Pen Another Dance Hit
Mike Greenly is probably best known as the world’s first “interactive journalist” but he’s had a second career all along as a songwriter. He’s now working with the likes of producer Tony Moran and vocalist Jason Walker. In fact, he penned Walker’s No. 1 dance record “Say Yes.” Now 72 and residing in New York City, Greenly is still writing speeches for the likes of Exxon/Mobil and Tito’s Vodka, but his songwriting is also continuing to flourish....
Tony Moran Steps From the Booth to the Stage With New Double Album
Tony Moran has put the beat in dance for some of the biggest names in pop music. But the top-ranked DJ and Grammy-nominated producer and remixer will step onto the stage himself with next month’s release of his 28-track double album titled moodswings. He’s worked on top dance hits with such artists as Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Madonna, Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Rihanna, Mary J Blige, Janet Jackson and Jennifer Lopez....
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