Dee Dee Phelps’ memoir of the music scene of the 1960s
'Vinyl Highway' highlights fame’s bumpy road
By John Ford
Neosho Daily News
Thu Mar 13, 2008
“Vinyl Highway,” Dee Dee Phelps’ memoir of the music scene of the 1960s, is a trip down memory lane for music buffs.
Phelps, half of the early 60s singing duo Dick and Dee Dee, shares several stories of performing with the likes of Dick Clark, The Rolling Stones, The Beach Boys, Jan and Dean, Tina Turner, and many other stars of the era. Her effort is a captivating look at the music industry, as told by someone with first-hand knowledge.
You may remember the duo as semi-permanent fixtures on television’s “Shin-Dig,” as well as occasional performers on “American ... continue reading
Added : 14/3/2008
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RIP Cliff Thomas
On March 7 Cliff Thomas passed away from cancer at the age of 66. Thomas released
4 singles on Phillips International (a division of Sun Records) between 1957 and
1959 with the Cliff Thomas Trio, consisting of his brother Ed on piano and his
sister Barbara on backing vocals.
Source : Rockabilly Hall Of Fame
Info submitted by your ol' pal Frantic Franky
Added : 14/3/2008
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HOMETOWN GAMBLERS and special guest RONNIE HAYWARD!!!!!!!!!!
The Hometown Gamblers Live on Stage With special guest
The One and only Canadian rockabilly singer/songwriter “Ronnie Hayward”
Our ways crossed last year in Rotterdam (Netherlands.) we did a try-out and now we are recording
a few new rocking song in the typical Hayward style. You can check it out Friday 14 march, we play
in Sint Niklaas at DenDenker (Apostelplein.)
Hope to see you all !!!
The Hometown Gamblers & Ronnie Hayward.
Added : 13/3/2008
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ROCK ICON JERRY LEE LEWIS TO HEADLINE NYC’S TOWN HALL ON MARCH 27
Legendary rock icon Jerry Lee Lewis will be headlining New York City's Town Hall on Thursday, March 27. Lewis recently performed on the 50th Annual Grammy Awards (February 10, 2008) to the delight of the live audience and the 650 million viewers in 120 countries worldwide who viewed the show. His performance of "Great Balls Of Fire" marked the 50th anniversary of that legendary song topping the pop charts in 1958.
The Killer was recently honored in November, 2007, by the Rock 'n' Roll Hall Of Fame with a week-long presentation that culminated with a tribute concert in his honor hosted by Kris Kristofferson. "The Life & Music of Jerry ... continue reading
more info on : http://www.jerryleelewis.com
Added : 13/3/2008
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Lee Rocker interview
Hello Everybody,
Now Friday ( 14 03 2008) in Cowboys Guitars & Cadillacs radio Veldhoven 107.7 a live conversation on the phone from California with Lee Rocker(if everything works)
You can listen on www.slov.nl from 8 pm - 9 pm (Dutch Time)
With regards Peter
more info on : http://www.slov.nl
Added : 13/3/2008
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Reinstate Hank
The Reinstate Hank campaign calls for the remittal of Opry star, and country music legend, Hank Williams. More than fifty years have passed since the tragic and untimely death of country music's greatest performer, who made his debut at the Grand Ole Opry on June 11, 1949, with the crowd demanding an unheard of six encores.
A few years later, in 1952, Hiram Hank Williams was dismissed from the Opry with the understanding that he would sober up and then return to the stage that he loved so much. Sadly, he passed away in the back seat of his car a few months later and never made that momentous return.
Despite being one of the ... continue reading
more info on : http://www.reinstatehank.org/
Added : 13/3/2008
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Two Big Shows This Week!
Hey, folks.
Tomorrow night (March 12) I’ll be guest DJing live at River Gods in Cambridge as part of their weekly American Primitive series, playing rockabilly, hillbilly, R&B, and rock ‘n’ roll. (Details below.) Please stop by—it’s gonna be a great time!
And this Friday’s edition of Easy Ed’s Variety Hour will feature a very special in-studio performance by Rocky Velvet! I’m a big fan of this band, and they always put on a fantastic live performance. Learn more about them at http://www.myspace.com/rockyvelvet. Also, catch them live in Cambridge at the Plough and Stars later on Friday night (http://www.ploughandstars.com/). ... continue reading
more info on : http://www.easy-ed.net
Added : 12/3/2008
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The Shadows Tribute band' @ Zaal Manders Gemert ( NL) 8/03/2008.
For me Rock’n’roll consists of a lot of different music styles, ranging from Rhythm & Blues to Rockabilly. I’ve always had a weak spot for instrumental Rock’n’roll, and no one can say that with thinking of the Shadows. The backing group of Cliff Richards in the late 50’s and early 60’s, and have contributed a lot to his success. So my wife and me where on route to Gemert on the 8th of march for a gig of “ The Shadows Tribute band” in hall Manders, a beautiful ballroom with wooden dance floor and big mirrors. This happening was organized by the “ back to the sixties” club. No rockers present that night, just people wanting to make it a pleasant ... continue reading
Added : 10/3/2008
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Stray Cats Farewell Tour 2008 SOLD OUT
@ AB Brussels
Monday 8 sept 2008
Starts 20h00
Tickets are on pre-sale starting march 6 2008, 11o'clock.
Jack
more info on : http://www.abconcerts.be
Added : 6/3/2008
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Runnin' Wild CD promotion
Runnin' wild will promote their brand new CD at the fnac brussels this friday 07/ 03 /2008 18 h
Be there if you're around
fnac
Nieuwstraat 123/401
1000 Brussel
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