Artist Interview: Joanna Bolme of Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks
As a preview to their headlining show on March 1st at the TLA, Rock on Philly had the opportunity to interview Joanna Bolme of Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks. Be sure to check out this band hailing from...
View ArticleTribute Bands Provide Cheap, Awesome Entertainment
It’s tough these days if you are a fan of classic rock ‘n’ roll. Bands like U2 and The Rolling Stones are still touring, but ticket prices are astronomical for the average person’s wallet, while bands...
View ArticleThe Ten Greatest Guitar Riffs of All Time
Guitar Riff (n.): A cluster or sequence of notes or chords that is used in a song. It can be repeated over and over again, or it may only be heard once in, say, a lead guitar solo. Riffs can be minor...
View ArticleMonday Playlist: Cold, Cold Winter
Winter is no longer coming. It’s here. The Northeast is getting hit by its first winter storm this week and Philadelphia is projected to get at least 6-8 inches of snow. It’s time to look to warming...
View ArticleTop Ten Most Influential Rock Bands
Bands receive the question, “What are your influences?” during almost every interview. While the question is certainly not an original one, it’s one that most of us want to know. If we know a band’s...
View ArticleRemembering Allen Toussaint
Featured Image by Bryan Ledgard On Tuesday, November 10, 2015 the world of music said goodbye to a legendary songwriter, instrumental musician and producer in New Orleans icon and Grammy-winning Rock...
View ArticleWhere I End and You Begin: August John Lutz II Talks Levee Drivers’ First...
Featured Image courtesy of Caitlin McCann Rock music has always been deeply rooted in early American music. The raw authenticity of early Country and Blues music has been a source of inspiration for...
View ArticleRevolver: The Beatles’ Classic LP 50 Years Later
Featured image via babgreeb RECORDS Article written by Dan Cousart The mid-1960s were an incredibly exciting time for the music world. With the release of classic records like Pet Sounds by The Beach...
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