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January 14, 2022

Out Now: John Lodge ‘The Royal Affair and After’ Live Album, ft. Moody Blues Classics and More (Listen)

“It really is keeping the Moody Blues music alive.” That’s what John Lodge said to Rock Cellar’s Frank Mastropolo in our interview geared around the release of his new live...

January 10, 2022

John Lodge Q&A: Keeping the Moody Blues Music Alive With a New Live Album

Singer, bassist and songwriter John Lodge has been a member of the Moody Blues since 1966, when the band – guitarist Justin Hayward, keyboardist Mike Pinder, drummer Graeme Edge and...

November 11, 2021

Rest in Peace Graeme Edge, Drummer/Co-Founder of the Moody Blues: 1941-2021

Graeme Edge, drummer and co-founder of The Moody Blues, has passed away at the age of 80, it was confirmed by his family on Thursday. No cause of death was...

March 12, 2020

John Lodge Q&A: The Moody Blues, Rock Cruises and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

John Lodge Takes His Solo Material and Some of his Hits with the Moody Blues “B Yond” on New Album Often, new circumstances and the normal passage of time can...

June 13, 2019

John Lodge of the Moody Blues Prepping New LP, On Tour with YES, Asia and Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy This Summer

Songwriter/bassist/vocalist John Lodge is known as one of the central figures behind the Moody Blues, and he has a busy summer ahead of him. In addition to taking part in...

April 2, 2019

Summer Tour: Yes, Asia (with Steve Howe), John Lodge of the Moody Blues and Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy

This summer will be one to cherish for prog-rock fans. On Tuesday, Yes announced the Royal Affair Tour, which will find the iconic band linking up with Asia (with the...

August 8, 2016

Justin Hayward’s ‘Stage Door’ – Conversation with the Moody Blues Legend

The title of the first solo album by Moody Blues guitarist/lead vocalist Justin Hayward is Songwriter. Judging by Hayward’s remarkably inventive output penning such enduring hits as Nights In White Satin,...

April 2, 2013

Justin Hayward of the Moody Blues on His Days of Future Passed (and Present)

Rock Cellar Magazine catches up with Justin Hayward to discuss The Moody Blues, songwriting, the band’s performance at the infamous 1970 Isle of Wight Festival, meditation, drugs, and his brand new record - Spirits of the Western Sky.

May 13, 2022

Out Now: The Black Keys Go Back to the Basement for ‘Dropout Boogie,’ Blues/Rock Duo’s 11th LP (Listen)

Dropout Boogie is the 11th studio album from The Black Keys, released by guitarist/singer Dan Auerbach and drummer Patrick Carney today, May 13. Over the years, the blues/rock duo has...

June 2, 2022

Catch Rock Cellar at The NAMM Show in Anaheim This June 3-5 (Hall C, Booth No. 7029)

For the first time since January 2020, The NAMM Show will bring the music industry together for a weekend in Southern California. This coming Friday, June 3 through Sunday, June...

March 1, 2022

Gilbert O’Sullivan Q&A: On His First U.S. Tour in Nearly 50 Years(!), a ‘Good Song’ vs. a ‘Hit’ and Beyond

Boasting classic hits such as “Alone Again (Naturally),” “Get Down,” “Out Of The Question” and “Clair,” anybody with an ear tuned to the wondrous songs blasting out on AM radio...

February 10, 2022

I’m Still Standing: Ian Anderson on Jethro Tull’s Return, Spinal Tap Moments & Music That Makes Him Want to ‘Wreak Havoc and Mayhem’

It has been more than 18 years since Jethro Tull released a new studio album. The wait ended January 28, 2022, with the release of The Zealot Gene. Songwriter, vocalist...

January 31, 2022

Todd Rundgren, Christopher Cross, Joey Molland, Jay DeMarcus, Denny Laine and Jason Scheff: Beatles Tribute Tour Coming in March

It Was Fifty Years Ago Today: A Tribute to The Beatles is the name of a new tour from an impressive ensemble featuring Todd Rundgren, Christopher Cross, Badfinger featuring Joey...

January 10, 2022

January 2022 Issue

Click the links below to enjoy our January 2022 features. David Bowie ‘Toy’: The Making of the Joyous, Long-Lost Early 2000s Album (Available Now for #Bowie75) John Lodge Q&A: Keeping...

December 29, 2021

A Look Back at Musicians/Entertainers Who Died in 2021

The year is drawing to a close. As we all look ahead to 2022 (and hopefully a return to more of a “normal” way of life that the COVID-19 pandemic has rendered...

October 6, 2021

‘Fillmore East: The Venue That Changed Rock Music Forever’ Book Available Now from Journalist/Photographer Frank Mastropolo

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the closing of Fillmore East, promoter Bill Graham’s rock mecca in New York’s East Village. An all-star show on June 27, 1971 headlined...

August 3, 2021

Rest in Peace, Paul Cotton of the Band Poco: 1943-2021

Singer/songwriter Paul Cotton, who made a name for himself as the guitarist/singer of Los Angeles-based country rock/Americana band Poco after taking over for Jim Messina in 1970, has passed away...

February 8, 2021

Watch Larkin Poe Play Three Songs from 2020’s ‘Self Made Man’ for ‘CBS This Morning Saturday Sessions’

Back in November, Larkin Poe — the acclaimed roots/folk duo comprised of sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell — release Kindred Spirits, an album of cover songs specially selected by the pair. It was their...

November 20, 2020

Out Now: Larkin Poe ‘Kindred Spirits,’ Inspired Covers of Elton John, Lenny Kravitz, Post Malone, Phil Collins & More (Listen)

On Friday, Larkin Poe — the acclaimed roots/folk duo comprised of sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell — release Kindred Spirits, an album of cover songs specially selected by the pair....

November 13, 2020

Top 11 Songs About Growing Old

For our latest Top 11 list, writer Frank Mastropolo selects some of the most notable songs about that inevitability of life: growing old.  Older people shouldn’t eat health food, they need...

October 2, 2020

Yes Shares Cover of John Lennon’s ‘Imagine,’ from ‘The Royal Affair Tour – Live from Las Vegas’ Album Out 10/30

In July 2019, prog-rock masters Yes embarked on the Royal Affair Tour — and on Oct. 30, a special live album titled The Royal Affair Tour – Live from Las Vegas will be released...

April 13, 2020

‘All Together Now!,’ an All-Star Concert Event Benefiting the L.A. Emergency COVID-19 Crisis Fund — Saturday 4/25

On Saturday, April 25, Rock Cellar Productions (in association with the Get Together Foundation) will put on the All Together Now!, an online concert event helping the city of Los...

March 18, 2020

Turn Me On: Singer/Songwriter Leslie Mendelson

In the past year, Leslie Mendelson has toured with Jackson Browne and opened twice for The Who at Madison Square Garden. This spring, Mendelson is releasing her third album, If...

March 12, 2020

March 2020 Issue

Click below to enjoy our new March 2020 features: Robbie Robertson: ‘Sinematic,’ ‘Once Were Brothers’ and Friendship with Martin Scorsese (The Interview) John Lodge Q&A: The Moody Blues, Rock Cruises...

September 13, 2019

Top 11 Songs About Music

Below, enjoy a selection of some of the most notable songs about music ever recorded — though there are countless more out there, of course! “I don’t like country music,...

July 12, 2019

Top 11 Songs About the Night

“My wife met me at the door the other night in a sexy negligee. Unfortunately, she was just coming home.” – Rodney Dangerfield “In the Air Tonight” by Phil Collins...

June 12, 2019

Watch Yes’ New Documentary Film ‘YES 50: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow’

Prog-rock icons Yes will spend much of the next month or so on the road on the Royal Affair Tour, and to ramp up anticipation for the trek, the band...

February 12, 2019

In and Out of Wings: Denny Seiwell On His Friendship with Paul McCartney and Wings’ Underrated 1971-1973 Era

Drummer Denny Seiwell discusses his time with Paul McCartney and Wings, his friendship with McCartney over the years and much more …  When The Beatles imploded, Paul McCartney, by all...

January 14, 2019

Top 11 Question Songs

“A guy gave me a job at an information booth – no questions asked.” – Jay London “Questions 67 and 68” by Chicago “Questions 67 and 68” was written by...

December 9, 2016

Top 11 Songs About Rock N' Roll

Rock and Roll: Music for the neck downwards. – Keith Richards Below,  enjoy Frank Mastropolo’s new Top 11 Rock N’ Roll Songs, but note: The absence of Bob Seger’s “Old...

August 29, 2016

Turn Me On: Shane Alexander

88.5 KCSN-FM’s Jim Nelson is back with another entry in our Turn Me On category, this time shining his light on Shane Alexander… “Do you think of me once in...

June 4, 2013

Turtle Talk with Howard Kaylan (Interview)

An exclusive interview with founding member of the Turtles - on his career and his new book 'Shell Shocked'.

April 2, 2013

The Heart of Ann Wilson

With their chugging rhythms and soaring harmonies, Ann and Nancy Wilson’s band Heart topped ’70s and ’80s charts with hits like Barracuda, Magic Man, Crazy On You, Alone, These Dreams, and What About Love, selling...

March 4, 2013

March Album Reviews

Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds Justin Hayward Johnny Marr How to Destroy Angels Atoms for Peace Son Volt David Bowie Emmylou Harris & Rodney...

November 2, 2012

"Beatles Stories" Movie: Interview with Director Seth Swirsky

Beatles Stories, A Fab Four Fan’s Ultimate Road Trip is a Studs Terkel-like oral history told by famous musicians, recording industry technicians and fans who encountered the lads from Liverpool...

June 23, 2022

Buzzworthy Metal Band Spiritbox Mixes a Bit of ’90s Alt/Rock into its Approach with New Single “Rotoscope”

The past year-plus brought big moves from Spiritbox, a genre-bending metal band featuring powerhouse vocalist Courtney LaPlante. Their debut album Eternal Blue put them on the map in the hard...

May 5, 2022

Black Keys to Live Stream Intimate Gig at the Troubadour 5/11 for ‘Dropout Boogie’ Launch Party; LP Out 5/13

On May 13, Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney of The Black Keys will release a new record, Dropout Boogie. Two days before the album’s release, the blues/rock duo will hit...

April 28, 2022

Metric Reignites the Dark Disco on “All Comes Crashing,” New Album 7/8, Tour in August

On July 8, Metric will return with a new studio album titled Formentera. It will be the eighth album from the indie/electronica band to date and the first since 2018’s...

April 27, 2022

Black Keys Debut “It Ain’t Over,” from New LP ‘Dropout Boogie’ Out 5/13; Tour Starts in July

On May 13, The Black Keys will return with Dropout Boogie, the 11th studio album from guitarist/singer Dan Auerbach and drummer Patrick Carney. “It Ain’t Over” was shared on Wednesday...

March 10, 2022

The Black Keys Share “Wild Child,” New Album ‘Dropout Boogie’ Out 5/13; Announce 2022 Tour

Get ready for a lot more of The Black Keys later this year — as on May 13, the acclaimed Grammy-winning blues/rock duo featuring guitarist/vocalist Dan Auerbach and drummer Patrick...

January 31, 2022

AFI Reschedules 2022 Tour Supporting New Album ‘Bodies’; Dates Pushed to the Fall

Back in June of 2021, AFI released Bodies, the alt/punk band‘s 11th studio album and first since 2017. A dark, moody album featuring some of the band’s strongest work in a while, Bodies is...

January 31, 2022

The Black Keys Set 32-Date ‘Dropout Boogie’ North American Tour ft. Band of Horses Starting in July

Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney of The Black Keys will get back out on the road this summer on the Dropout Boogie tour, the celebrated blues/rock duo announced on Monday....

September 13, 2021

A Window Into an Underappreciated Era: The Beach Boys’ ‘Feel Flows — The Sunflower and Surf’s Up Sessions’ Box Set (Bruce Johnston/Mike Love/Al Jardine Reflect)

1966’s Pet Sounds is rightfully championed as the zenith of The Beach Boys’ body of work and routinely selected in music magazines as among the top albums ever released by...

June 21, 2021

AFI Announce 2022 Tour Supporting New Album ‘Bodies,’ with Special Guest Cold Cave

On June 11, AFI returned with Bodies, the alt/punk band‘s 11th studio album and first since 2017. A dark, moody album featuring some of the band’s strongest work in a...

April 22, 2021

Out Now: Dinosaur Jr. Returns with New Album ‘Sweep It Into Space’ (Listen)

Groundbreaking and revered alt/indie band Dinosaur Jr. is approaching its fourth decade(!) of activity, but J. Mascis and his band mates are showing no signs of slowing down. Sweep It...

April 22, 2021

New from Dinosaur Jr.: Stream “Take It Back,” New LP ‘Sweep It Into Space’ Out 4/23

This Friday, April 23, Dinosaur Jr. will return with a new album, Sweep It Into Space, released via Jagjaguwar. It’ll be the influential alt/indie band’s 12th studio album and the first since 2016’s Give...

March 31, 2021

Dinosaur Jr. Shares New Song/Video ‘Garden,’ Hosting Album Release Live Stream Gig 5/1

On April 23, Dinosaur Jr. will return with a new album, Sweep It Into Space, released via Jagjaguwar. It’ll be the influential alt/indie band’s 12th studio album and the first since 2016’s Give a...

February 24, 2021

Smith/Kotzen (Richie Kotzen & Iron Maiden’s Adrian Smith) Share New Video for the Soaring ‘Scars’

Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith and fellow guitarist Richie Kotzen (he of a prolific solo career and stints with Poison and Mr. Big) recently announced a new project, Smith/Kotzen, and...

January 21, 2020

The NAMM Show 2020: Highlights from Days 1 and 2

Rock Cellar contributor George. A. Paul recalls some of the standout moments from his time at the NAMM Show 2020 this past weekend in Anaheim …  From new product innovations...

September 16, 2019

The Interrupters Turned Billie Eilish’s ‘Bad Guy’ Into a Bouncy, Ska-Punk Romp — Listen

Some songs just sound even better when you add some brass — and on Monday, the Interrupters unleashed their take on Billie Eilish’s “Bad Guy,” one of the most popular...

August 23, 2019

If You Liked the 1980s You’ll Enjoy Incubus’ New Song and Music Video, ‘Into the Summer’

Incubus premiered a new song titled “Into the Summer” on Friday. Everything about it, from Michael Einziger’s funky guitar lick to Ben Kenney’s slap bass rhythm to Brandon Boyd’s soaring...

August 16, 2019

Stream Sleater-Kinney’s New Album ‘The Center Won’t Hold,’ Produced by St. Vincent

On Friday, Sleater-Kinney returned with The Center Won’t Hold, an anticipated new album produced by Annie Clark, better known as St. Vincent. It’s a big moment in the band’s career,...

June 14, 2019

Stream ‘The Future Is Here,’ from Sleater-Kinney’s New Album ‘The Center Won’t Hold’ Out 8/16

Earlier this month, acclaimed indie three-piece Sleater-Kinney returned with a single called “Hurry On Home,” the lead track from the band’s new album due out later this year. On Friday,...

June 3, 2019

Sleater-Kinney’s New Lyric Video for the St. Vincent-Produced ‘Hurry On Home’ is An Excellent Use of the Medium

Later this year, Sleater-Kinney will release a new album, the follow-up to 2015’s No Cities To Love. Recently, the acclaimed alt/punk band premiered its lead single, “Hurry On Home,” which...

May 6, 2019

Incubus Detail ’20 Years of Make Yourself and Beyond’ Anniversary Tour, Honoring Breakthrough 1999 Album

Incubus became one of the most successful alt/rock bands of the early 2000s in large part thanks to the effect of 1999’s Make Yourself — and to mark the album’s...

April 30, 2019

Stream Violent Femmes’ New Song ‘Hotel Last Resort,’ Featuring Television’s Tom Verlaine

The Violent Femmes hold a special place in indie/rock history, quintessential songs including “Blister in the Sun” remaining radio staples to this day, and the veteran band will release a...

March 22, 2019

Jenny Lewis Releases Vibrant New Album ‘On the Line’ — Listen (New Music Friday)

On Friday, indie rock singer/songwriter Jenny Lewis released On the Line, her anticipated new album that serves as the former Rilo Kiley singer’s fourth solo record and the follow-up to...

March 15, 2019

Jenny Lewis Premieres ‘Wasted Youth,’ Another Song from Her New LP ‘On the Line’ Out 3/22

Acclaimed indie/rock singer/songwriter Jenny Lewis is preparing to release her new studio album, On the Line, which will be out next Friday, March 22. Today, Lewis previewed the record with...

November 14, 2016

Sting Announces 2017 Theatre, Club and Arena Tour Supporting New Solo LP '57th and 9th'

Sting released his anticipated new rock/pop album, 57th & 9th, on November 11. Keeping the promotional train running in conjunction with the album’s release, he also announced a string of...

October 3, 2013

A Long, Long Time: Linda Ronstadt Looks Back on Four Decades of Music (Interview)

Over delicate acoustic guitar finger-picking and a lush orchestral score, Linda Ronstadt sings, “’cause I’ve done everything I know to try and make you mine and I think I’m gonna love...

April 12, 2013

Robert Plant Announces U.S. Tour with the Sensational Space Shifters

Robert Plant announced a lengthy summer tour that will find him traveling around the United States with throughout June and July. No, you can keep holding your breaths – the tour isn’t...

April 2, 2013

April Album Reviews

Depeche Mode Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Low The Strokes Wire Justin Timberlake John Denver Tribute Mudhoney Depeche Mode – Delta Machine This is the blues – Depeche Mode-style – and...

May 11, 2012

May Album Reviews

John Mayer Chimes of Freedom Silversun Pickups The Dandy Warhols Jack White Garbage Norah Jones Jay Farrar/Will Johnson/Anders Parker/Yim Yames John Mayer – Born and Raised In The Age of...

September 7, 2011

How The Yardbirds Played the Pop Music Game

Drummer Jim McCarty may well be the luckiest musician on the planet.