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Styx: The Grand Illusion and Pieces of Eight Live

Styx: The Grand Illusion and Pieces of Eight Live

Posted April 25, 2013 at 10:29 am | No comments

On November 9, 2010, Styx brought two of their most revered albums, 1977’s The Grand Illusion and 1978’sPieces Of Eight to the stage at the historic Orpheum Theater in Memphis, Tennessee. Eagle Rock Entertainment will release this concert,The Grand Illusion/Pieces Of Eight Live, as a 2CD set on May 7, 2013.

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Blues Dictionary Author Debra Devi Brings Her Rock Band to Map Room

Blues Dictionary Author Debra Devi Brings Her Rock Band to Map Room

Posted April 23, 2013 at 12:25 pm | No comments

DEVI [“Davey”] is a ‘70s-drenched rock band from Jersey City, led by Debra Devi, “a supersonic fret-burner who writes hauntingly memorable songs” [JamBase. She’s a Fender artist, and the first female guitarist to record for Guitar World’s “Lick of the Day” iPhone app.

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Moniker Guitars Turns to Kickstarter to Launch Customizable Guitars

Moniker Guitars Turns to Kickstarter to Launch Customizable Guitars

Posted April 17, 2013 at 8:21 pm | No comments

In Summer of 2012, Austin-based Moniker Guitars initially started manufacturing their brand of quality, affordable and fully customizable electric guitars to the online marketplace.

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The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival (Jazz Fest) is Around the Corner – Part 1

The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival (Jazz Fest) is Around the Corner – Part 1

Posted April 15, 2013 at 7:32 am | No comments

It’s that time of year again!! The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is right around the corner. As always, it is held the last weekend in April and the first weekend of May, running from April 26 to May 5.

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Rare Beatles Vox Guitar on Display in Ireland April 16 – May 8

Rare Beatles Vox Guitar on Display in Ireland April 16 – May 8

Posted April 12, 2013 at 1:24 pm | No comments

Newbridge Silverware Museum of Style Icons in partnership with Julien’s Auctions has announced an exclusive exhibition featuring a very rare Beatles guitar played by both John Lennon and George Harrison.

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Brazilian Guitarist Pedro Pimentel Releases His Debut Album

Brazilian Guitarist Pedro Pimentel Releases His Debut Album

Posted April 12, 2013 at 5:06 am | No comments

Brazilian guitarist and producer, Pedro Pimentel, has recently released his first solo album (self-titled). The 10 original tracks were performed, arranged, produced, mixed and mastered by Pimental, and are all available for free streaming

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Taylor Guitars Expands the 500 Series with First Edition All-Mahogany Guitars

Taylor Guitars Expands the 500 Series with First Edition All-Mahogany Guitars

Posted April 12, 2013 at 4:33 am | No comments

Celebrating the rich musical heritage of mahogany, Taylor Guitars is pleased to expand its popular mahogany 500 Series with several new all-mahogany models. Offered in all five Taylor body shapes, the models are making their debut as part of a special First Edition offering at the Musikmesse trade show in Frankfurt, Germany.

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Happy Together Tour 2013 To Celebrate The Music of the Sixties

Happy Together Tour 2013 To Celebrate The Music of the Sixties

Posted April 11, 2013 at 11:14 am | 3 comments

In the three years since The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie brought back some friends for the 25th Anniversary Tour in 2010, “Happy Together” has become one of the most successful summer tours in existence, constantly hitting the road and celebrating the music of the ’60s for thousands of “Happy” fans to enjoy across North America.

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Remastered Townes Van Zandt Albums Now on CD and Vinyl

Remastered Townes Van Zandt Albums Now on CD and Vinyl

Posted April 11, 2013 at 9:55 am | No comments

Even though Townes Van Zandt may not be a household name, he is a legend to songwriters and the music fans who love them.

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Take Flight Again in 2013…With Wings (Paul McCartney)

Take Flight Again in 2013…With Wings (Paul McCartney)

Posted April 10, 2013 at 8:06 am | No comments

This Spring will see another chapter unfold in the life of Wings, the U.K. rock group formed by Paul McCartney after the break-up of The Beatles – and one of the most successful bands the UK has ever produced.

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