Wednesday, January 10, 2024

3 Little Known Facts Montrose

   Cool your engines and tune in because we're diving into three lesser-known facts about the iconic rock band Montrose.

  Fact 1. Did you know Montrose's debut album was produced by none other than Van Halen's future producer Ted Templeman?


  Fact 2. Their self-titled debut album didn't chart in the UK or the US, but it's now considered a classic.


  And Fact 3. Montrose's original lineup lasted for only two albums. Quick as a flash, wasn't it?


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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

3 Little Known Facts Silvertide

 You've heard of Silvertide? This rock band has some fascinating facts up its sleeve.

  First, did you know they initially formed under the name Vertigo? Quite a spin, huh?


  Second, their debut album Show and Tell was released in 2004 but they'd already opened for Van Halen a year prior. Talk about a fast rise to fame.


  Lastly, they've been on hiatus since 2005 but reunited in 2013. Still rocking, still rolling.


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Monday, January 8, 2024

3 Little Known Facts About Korn

  Buckle up for a rapid-fire rundown on the band Korn.

  First off, did you know that Korn was originally named Creep? They changed their name to Korn as a nod to a twisted inside joke.


  Secondly, their groundbreaking album, Follow the Leader, was recorded in a haunted house, adding an extra layer of chilling authenticity.


  Finally, they're credited with creating the genre Nu Metal, a blend of heavy metal and alternative rock. Who knew, right?


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Sunday, January 7, 2024

3 Little Known Facts About REO Speedwagon

   Catch the wind,  we're diving into three lesser known facts about the rock legends, REO Speedwagon.


  One, the band's unusual name. It's derived from a flatbed truck model studied by keyboardist Neil Doughty in transportation history.  


  Two,  their hit song Keep On Loving You. It was one of the first rock ballads to top Billboard's Hot 100.


  Three, their album High Infidelity. It didn't just go platinum, it went platinum 10 times over. Now that's a record worth spinning. 


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 Rock on!


The Rock n' Roll Life of Neil Peart

 Ever heard of the band Rush?  If so,  you're probably familiar with their legendary drummer Neil Pert.


  But did you know that before he was a rock star,  he worked as Pert's manager at his father's farm equipment dealership?


  Pert joined Rush in 1974 and quickly became renowned for his technical proficiency and live performances. He was a self-proclaimed, prating-about enthusiast, meaning he loved to explore and experiment with his music. In fact,  he was so dedicated to his that after decades of success, Pert took a sabbatical to study jazz in the late 90s.


 His pursuit of improvement, despite already being at the pinnacle of his profession,  is truly inspiring. But Pert wasn't just a drummer. He was a primary lyricist for Rush, weaving intricate and thought-provoking narratives through his lyrics.


  He was also an accomplished author, penning several travelogues.  Now here's a fun fact. Pert was an avid motorcyclist, he often rode his motorcycle between shows, clocking in miles and experiences that would later inspire his lyrics and books. 


Sadly, we lost this multifaceted artist in 2020, but his rhythm continues to echo in the hearts of music lovers worldwide.


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