Warren Zevon was an anonymous genius. His was a generational talent but he remains a mystery to most of his generation. As Journalist Hadley Freeman explains, “Zevon was an artist’s artist, relatively little known to…
Lynyrd Skynyrd encapsulates the essence of Southern Rock music. Formed in Jacksonville, Florida in the mid-1960s, the band revolutionized pop culture and defined a genre. Music was never the same after Lynyrd Skynyrd. Lynyrd Skynyrd…
If Sothern Rock were defined by one band, it would be Lynyrd Skynyrd. From the mesmerizing opening chords of “Sweet Home Alabama” to the searing solos of “Free Bird”, Skynyrd is an American institution. They…
Many albums are musically great. Some albums change music. Willie Nelson’s “Stardust” is one of those albums. Released in 1978, “Stardust” is the archetype for one of the most successful musical genres of the last…
One was the mad scientist of maestros while the other was the sizzling genius virtuoso. On the surface it may seem like an unlikely pair, but Frank Zappa and Jimi Hendrix was a match made…
The Charlie Daniels Band are one of the founding members of what we know today as “Southern Rock”. Combining a myriad of influences including country, rock, bluegrass, and blues, CDB helped invent a sound and…
Great cinema elicits unadulterated reaction. Music may be its most integral component. Not only does it serve as narrative progression, but it also supports a desired overall effect. Adam Grybowski, Director of Communications at Rider…
There are many innovators of rock and roll but there is only one King. Elvis Presley didn’t just set the bar for the rock star; he created the post. Presley came along at a time…
Country music is full of Lazarus-like figures, but nobody rises from the dead like John Anderson. Once a top draw and a regular presence atop the charts, the Florida born singer/songwriter has led an impressive…