Sunday, July 1, 2012

WFRN's Friend Fest - 2012

This past weekend, WFRN's first Friend Fest took place at Amish Acres in Nappanee, Ind. Artists included Casting Crowns, Mandisa and Sixteen Cities. On Friday around five, I could hear the sound system be tested. From six to midnight was the concert while the one on Saturday went from eleven in the morning to eleven thirty that night. After the final song was performed by Casting Crowns, fireworks were set off to signal the end of Friend Fest.

Though the concert was on Friday and Saturday and I did not go, it turned out well. I know that it turned out well given the fact I live behind Amish Acres. From inside the house, I was able to hear the bands perform and the crowd cheer while feeling the bass. When driving passed the park's playground, you could see that there were a lot of vehicles. As I drove along the south and west sides of Amish Acres before turning around, I could see many more vehicles. There were also vehicles parked across the street on the west side. As I was getting back onto U.S. 6 after having turned around, I saw more vehicles entering Amish Acres.

Here is the full list of those who performed on the Main Stage: Reilly, Hyland, Stellar Kart, Sidewalk Prophets, Sanctus Real, Crowder, Sixteen Cities, Ashes Remain, 7eventh Time Down, Jamie Jamgochian, Chris McClarney, Jeremy Riddle, Jared Anderson, Speaker Clayton King, Jared, Mandisa, Tenth Avenue North and Casting Crowns.

Here is the full list of those who performed on the Coffee House Stage: Marta Koonce, Madisyn, Our Heart Remains, 7eventh Time Down, Sixteen Cities, Tom "The Illusionist" Coverly, Cody Collier, Sing Love Sing, Bethel College Praise Band, Reilly, Southgate Church w/ Vincy, Karyn Williams, Ashes Remain, Moriah Peters and WatersEdge.

The next WFRN Friend Fest will be held once again in Nappanee at Amish Acres on the 21st and 22nd of June, 2013.

Friday, June 29, 2012

This Day in Music History - June 29

In 1943, Roger Spear of Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band was born, Little Eva was born in 1945 and Derv Gordon of The Equals, Lincoln Gordon of The Equals and Ian Paice of Deep Purple were born in 1948. Colin Hay of Men At Work was born in 1953. 5 Star's Stedman Pearson was born in 1964. Nicole Scherzinger of Eden's Crush was born in 1978 and Five's Richard Breen and Evanescence's Tim McCord were born in 1979.

In 1961, Del Shannon's "Runaway" was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1964 at the Festival Hall in Brisbane, Australia, The Beatles performed two shows.

In 1965, Charlie Watts of The Rolling Stones bought the 16th century house that belonged to a Canterbury Archbishop.

In 1967, Keith Richard of The Rolling Stones was found guilty for letting his house be used for illegal smoking of cannabis. Richard was sentenced to a year in jail and had to pay an $850 fine. Mick Jagger was also given three months in jail and had to pay a $170 fine.

In 1968, Pink Floyd, Jethro Tull, Tyrannosaurus Rex and Roy Harper performed a free concert in Hyde Park in London, England. The Small Faces spent six weeks at number one on the UK's album chart with their
Ogden's Nut Gone Flake.

In 1969, on the Detroit River in Michigan, Shorty Long drowned after his boat capsized. At The Royal Albert Hall in London, England, Led Zeppelin, The Liverpool Scene and Mick Abraham's Blodwyn Pig performed two shows.

In 1973, Deep Purple's Ian Gillan quit the band after a tour in Japan.

In 1974, Charles Aznavour's song "She" was number one on the UK's singles chart. Gordon Lightfoot's song "Sundown" was his only number one on the US' singles chart.

In 1975, Tim Buckley died of a heroin and morphine overdose.

In 1977, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, NY, Fleetwood Mac made an appearance during a tour.

In 1978, when involved in a car accident in the Bahamas, Peter Frampton broke his arm and also cracked several ribs. On the first of three nights for his Low/Heroes world tour, David Bowie performed at Earl's Court in London, England.

In 1979, Lowell George of Little Feat died of a heart attack at the Key Bridge Marriott Hotel in Arlington, Vir.

In 1984, at the Civic Center in St. Paul, Minn., Bruce Springsteen performed the first of three nights there for his Born in the USA tour.

In 1985, David Bowie and Mick Jagger recorded a rendition of Martha Reeves and the Vandellas' "Dancing In the Street". Marillion's
Misplaced Childhood was their only number one album on the UK's chart. In Dublin, Ireland, U2 performed at Croke Park in front of 55,000 fans. At an auction in New York, John Lennon's limousine was sold for$3,006,385.

In 1988, shock waves were sent throughout the music industry when The Guardian newspaper reported CD's would fade and distort over the next few years because of manufacturing faults. At the Moore Theater in Seattle, Wash., Nirvana, Mudhoney and Tad made appearances. Lionel Richie's wife was arrested after having allegedly hit the singer and a young woman when she found them in bed together.

In 1990, The Stone Roses made an appearance at the Hollywood High School Gymnasium during a North American tour.

In 1991, Jason Donovan's song "Any Dream Will Do" was his third number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1994, Oasis debuted on BBC's
Top of the Pop where they performed their new song "Shakemaker".

In 1996, US record company bosses were reported as considering random drug tests for pop stars. George Martin received a Knighthood, Harvey Goldsmith received an MBE and Van Morrison had an OBE.

In 1998, German pianist Hort Jankowski died of cancer.

In 1999, at a concert in the Olympic stadium in Munich, Germany, a bridge collapse during the concert caused Michael Jackson to fall over 50 feet and receive severe bruising.

In 2000, at The Roskilde festival near Copenhagen, Denmark, eight men were trampled to death at a Pearl Jam performance. Eminem's mother filed a $10 million civil suit for defamation of character over a line in the rapper's single "My Name Is".

In 2002, actress and singer Rosemary Clooney died of lung cancer.

In 2003, Robbie Williams performed in front of 62,000 fans at Murrayfield in Edinburgh, England. This was his first time back in the UK after tew years. Beyonce started her first of five weeks as number one on the UK's album chart with her
Dangerously in Love. It was also number one in the States.

In 2004, Los Angeles Judge Melissa Jackson reprimanded Courtney Love for showing up five hours late to a hearing.

In 2007, police questioned Lily Allen for an alleged assault on a photographer in London.

Finally in 2008, Ne-Yo's song "Closer" put him at number one on the UK's singles chart.

Thursday, June 28, 2012

This Day in Music History - June 28

Bobby Harrison of Procol Harum was born in 1943, David Knights of Procol Harum in 1945 and John Martyn in 1948. In 1954, Steven J. Morse of Deep Purple was born and Clint Boon of Inspiral Carpets was born in 1959. Andy Couson of All About Eve, Beverley Craven and Charles Clouser were born in 1963 and Saul Davis of James was born in 1965. Ray Slijngaard of 2 Unlimited was born in 1971 and Mark Stoermer of The Killers was born in 1977.

In 1959, Bobby Darin's song "Dream Lover" was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1966, at the Marquee Club on Wardour Street in London, England, The Small Faces made an appearance.

In 1969, Henry Mancini's song "Love Theme from Romeo and Juliet" was number one on the US' singles chart for two weeks. At The Bath Festival in England, Fleetwood Mac, Led Zeppelin, Nice, John Mayall and other bands made appearances to over 12,000 fans.

In 1975, The Eagles spent five weeks as number one on the US' album chart with their
One of These Night. Wings' album Venus and Mars was number one on the UK's album chart. Tim Buckley's last-ever tour show was performed in Dallas, Tex. in front of 1,800 fans. Buckley died the following day.

In 1977, Elton John became the Chairman of Watford Football Club.

In 1978, The Clash made an appearance at Friars in Aylesbury, England where they were supported by The Specials.

In 1980, Roxy Music's
Flesh and Blood was their second number one album in the UK. Paul McCartney's live version of "Coming Up" was number one on Billboard's Hot 100.

In 1983, at The Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, England, David Bowie made an appearance for his Serious Moonlight tour.

In 1985, Sister Sledge's "Frankie" was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1986, "The Edge of Heaven" by Wham! was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1993, at the Marquee Club, London, England, The Manic Street Preachers performed in front of a sold out crowd.

In 1996, Burt Bacharach made an appearance at The Royal Albert Hall in London, England. Def Leppard appeared at The Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio for the start of the North American part of their Slang's 133-day world tour.

In 1997, Puff Daddy and Faith Evans were number one with their "I'll Be Missing You" on the UK's singles chart. Radiohead's
OK Computer was number one on the UK's album chart. Pink Floyd's album Dark Side of the Moon was still on the US' album chart for the 1056th week. On the Trans-Canada Highway in Nipigon, Ontario, Canada, Bob Seger crashed his BMW.

In 2005, 2 Pac's "Ghetto Gospel" featuring Elton John was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 2007, Benno Goldewijk and Alfredo Pecina Matias were killed and two others were injured in an accident while dismantling the stage after a Rolling Stones concert in Madrid. The Spice Girls announced they would reunite for a world tour.

Finally in 2009, Michael Jackson's
Number Ones was number one on the UK's album chart three days after his death.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

This Day in Music History - June 27

In 1935, Doc Pomus was born and Bruce Johnson of The Beach Boys was born in 1944. Gilson Lavis of Chuck Berry was born in 1951 and Lisa Germano in 1958. Margo Timmins of Cowboy Junkies was born in 1961 and Michael Ball in 1962. Laurence Colbert of Ride was born in 1970, Leigh Nash of Sixpence None The Richer in 1976 and Evan David Taubenfeld of The Black List Club in 1983.

In 1885, the gramophone was applied for a patent by Chichester Bell and Charles Tainter.

In 1954, "Cara Mia" by David Whitfield featuring Mantovani was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1960, Connie Francis' "Everybody's Fool" was number one for two weeks on the US' chart.

In 1964, Peter and Gordon's version of "A World Without Love" was number one on the US' singles chart. On the show Juke Box Dury, the entire panel was made up of The Rolling Stones.

In 1967, Mick Jagger had been found guilty on illegal possession of drugs that were found in his jacket when he attended a party hosted by Keith Richards.

In 1968, Elvis Presley made an appearance on a show that was labels as his "comeback special". The Beatles did seven takes for "Everybody's Got Something to Hide Except Me and My Monkey".

In 1969, at the Exeter University Summer Ball in Exeter, England, The Moody Blues, Colosseum, Bob Kerr's Whoopee Band and Orange Bicycle made appearances. Jimi Hendrix made an appearance at the Boston Gardens in Boston, Mass. wile on a North American tour. At the Forum in Mexico City, Mexico, The Doors made an appearance.

In 1970, at the 3-day Bath Festival of Blues and Progressive Music in Bath, England, appearances were made by Pink Floyd, Johnny Winter, The Moody Blues and other bands. The Jackson Five's "The Love You Save" was number one for two weeks on the US' singles chart. The Trans-Continental Pop Festival, also known as Festival Express, was started. The tour was unique in the way that most of the acts traveled together by train rather than flying. Acts included The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin and Buddy Guy Blues Band. Freddie Mercury's live debut was at Truro City Hall in Cornwall, England.

In 1980, Led Zeppelin's John Bonham collapsed on stage during a performance in Nuremberg, West Germany.

In 1981, Michael Jackson's "One Day In Your Life" was number one on the UK's singles chart. Motorhead's
No Sleep Til Hammersmith was number one on the UK's album chart.

In 1987, Whitney Houston's
Whitney was number one on the US' album chart, making her the first woman in US history to enter the album chart at the highest spot. Madonna's North American part of her Who's That Girl World Tour was at the Miami Orange Bowl in Miami, Fla.

In 1988, a $5 million lawsuit made by The Fat Boys against The Miller Beer Company was filed over a commercial showing three overweight rappers wearing Fat Boys-style Davy Crockett hats.

In 1989, a star was awarded to Tom Jones on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

In 1991, when airport officials at Houston Airport found Cannabis in Carlos Santana's luggage, he was arrested.

In 1992, the first night of Michael Jackson's Dangerous World Tour was performed at the Olympic Stadium in Munich, Germany.

In 1994, Aerosmith was the first major band to allow fans download a full new track free off of the Internet.

In 1996, in Harlem, New York, at a free concert by The Fugees, 22 people were injured after a man fired gunshots.

In 1997, at the Glastonbury Festival, Radiohead, The Chemical Brothers, Sheryl Crow and other bands made appearances.

In 1998, The Corrs'
Talk On Corners was number one on the UK's album chart. On Canada's Walk of Fame, Anne Murray, Gordon Lightfoot and Bryan Adams received a granite star.

In 1999, The Fourmosts' Brian O'Hara hung himself. The Chemical Brothers'
Surrender was number one on the UK's album chart.

In 2000, Gary Barlow of Take That was dropped by his record label.

In 2002, John Entwistle of The Who died of a heart attack induced by an undetermined amount of cocaine one day before the first show of the band's US tour.

In 2003, at the Glastonbury Festival, R.E.M., David Gray, Echo and The Bunnymen and De La Soul made appearances. Michael Tyler, also known as rapper Mystikal, had been charged with aggravated rape and pled guilty to forcing his hairstylist to perform sex acts on him and two bodyguards.

In 2004, the Beastie Boys'
To The 5 Boroughs was number one on the US' album chart. Mike Skinner's The Streets' A Grand Don't Come For Free was number one on the UK's album chart.

In 2008, at the Glastonbuy Festival, Kings of Leon, Jay Z, Amy Winehouse, Neil Diamond and others made appearances.

Finally in 2009, Black Eyed Peas'
The E.N.D. was number one on the US' album chart.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

The Globe's Program Guide


Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

5-6a






6-9a

Breakfast Blend w/ Kelsey James

Breakfast Blend w/ Kelsey James

Breakfast Blend w/ Kelsey James

Breakfast Blend w/ Kelsey James

Breakfast Blend w/ Kelsey James

9a-5p

Daily Mix w/ Globe Student Staff

Daily Mix w/ Globe Student Staff

Daily Mix w/ Globe Student Staff

Daily Mix w/ Globe Student Staff

Daily Mix w/ Globe Student Staff

5-7p

World Café

World Café

World Café

World Café

World Café

7-9p

Down Home w/ Jim Fisher & Larry Roberts

Globe Mix or Goshen College Basketball

White Noise w/ Sadie Kruise or Goshen College Basketball

One Guy’s Opinion w/ Steve Martin

Globe Mix or High School Sports

9-11p

Old Time Music w/ Les Gustafson Zook

Globe Mix

Locked in the Studio w/ Jason Samuel

Strictly Reggae

Across the Tracks w/ Justin Lehman

11p-12a

Woodsongs

Folk Sampler

eTown

Putumayo

Country Fried Rock



Saturday

Sunday

6-10a Momentos de Gozo

10-10:30a RRSN (Coach’s Box)

10:30-11a RRSN (On God’s Team)

8-9p Artist Spotlight

9-11p One Step Beyond

w/ Jeremiah Wade

11p–12a Weekly Feed

6-7a Humankind

7-7:30a Shaping Families

7:30-8a Voices of Our World

8-8:30a Bioneers

8:30-9a Sing for Joy

9-9:15a Uplifted Voices

9:15-10:45a College Mennonite Church

10:45-11a Uplifted Voices

11-11:30a Trinity United Methodist Service

11:30a-12p Sing for Joy

12-12:06p American Religious Landscapes

w/ Marlin Jeschke

12:06-2p Patterns in American Music

w/ Van Young

2-4p Globe Mix

4-6p Acoustic Cafe

6-7p A Womens’ Circle

w/ Wilma Harder

7-9p Could Lead to Dancing

w/ Jessica Baldanzi

9-11p Music City Roots

11p-12a After Hours w/ Jimmy

This Day in Music History - June 26

Colonel Tom Parker, Elvis Presley's manager, was born in 1910. Billy Davis Jr. of 5th Dimension was born in 1940, Larry Taylor of Canned Heat in 1942 and Richard McCarken of Taste in 1948. In 1950, Junior Daye of Sweet Sensation was born while Mick Jones of The Clash and Ivan Julian of Richard Hell And The Voidoids were born in 1955 and Chris Isaak in 1956. Chris Duffy of Waterfront was born in 1960, Terri Nunn of Berlin in 1961, Harriet Wheeler of The Sundays in 1963, Par Wiksten of The Wannadies in 1966, and Colin Greenwood of Radiohead and Mark Decloedt of EMF in 1969. Jussi Syd'nmaa of Lordi was born in 1972, Gretchen Wilson in 1973 and Nathan Followill of Kings of Leon in 1979.

In 1955, at the Keesler Air Force Base in Liloxi, Miss., Elvis Presley performed the first of three nights.

In 1961, Gary "U.S." Bonds'
Quarter to Three was number one for two weeks on the US' chart.

In 1964, at the Town Hall in Dunedin, South Island, New Zealand, The Beatles performed twice as part of their world tour.

In 1965, The Byrds' version of "Mr. Tambourine Man" was number one on the US' singles chart.
In 1966, The Rolling Stones did an afternoon show at The Coliseum in Washington D.C. and then an evening show at The Baltimore Civic Center in Baltimore, Mar. Supporting acts were The McCoys and The Standells.

In 1969, Joni Mitchell made an appearance on Mama Cass Television Program in Los Angeles, Ca.

In 1971, Emerson Lake and Palmer's Tarkus was number one on the UK's album chart.

In 1973, The Rolling Stones' Keith Richards and girlfriend Anita Pallenberg were arrested on drug and gun charges.

In 1974, Cher and Sonny Bono divorced after having been married for 10 years.

In 1975, Paul McCartney's version of the soap opera "Crossroads" theme was aired for the first time.

In 1976, The Real Thing's "You To Me Are Everything" was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1977, at the Market Square Arena in Indianapolis, Ind., Elvis Presley made his last-ever live stage appearance.

In 1982, in Sussex, England, Roxy Music's Bryan Ferry married Lucy Helmore. Charlene's "I've Never Been To Me" was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1988, Bros' "I Owe You Nothing" was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1993, Gabrielle's "Dreams" was number one for three weeks on the UK's singles chart.

In 1999, it was reported Elton John was talking with a City finance house to receive a $42.5 million loan.

In 2000, Kentwood, Lou., the hometown of Britney Spears, announced there would be a museum opened the following year that would include fan mail, platinum records and items of clothing that belong to the singer.

In 2001, George Carey, Archbishop of Canterbury, caused an uproar when he rejected Cockney Rebel's Andrew Brown's application for a degree course on religious grounds because Brown was not a member of mainstream church.

In 2003, a newspaper, The Sun reported that Gareth Gates' mother had moved into his home to stop his "wild" behavior.

In 2005, The Rolling Stones' concert tickets were to be the most expensive in rock 'n' roll history.

Finally in 2008, Celine Dion's version of AC/DC's "You Shook Me All Night Long" was voted as the world's worst cover version ever in Total Guitar magazine. Jimi Hendrix's version of Bob Dylan's "All Along the Watchtower" was voted as the best cover.

Monday, June 25, 2012

The Globe's Concert Calendar #4

June 29 – Friday
· Goshen Theater – Goshen, IN
o 7PM, Eyes for Fire
· The Electric Brew – Goshen, IN
o 8PM, Carl Rust

June 30 – Saturday
· The Electric Brew – Goshen, IN
o 8PM, Bailey Williams
· Ignition Garage – Goshen, IN
o 7:30PM, The Spring Standards

This Day in Music History - June 25

In 1935, Eddie Floyd was born and Harold Melvin in 1939. Clint Warwick of The Moody Blues was born in 1940, Carly Simon in 1945, and Allen Lanier of Blue Oyster Cult and Ian McDonald of Foreigner in 1946. Tim Finn of Split Enz was born in 1952 and David Paich of Toto was born in 1954. Georgios Panayiotou, also known as George Michael, of Wham! was born in 1963 and Mike Kroeger of Nickelback was born in 1972.

In 1964, Roy Orbison's "It's Over" was number one on the UK's singles chart. At the Auckland Town Hall in New Zealand, The Beatles performed a second night.

In 1966, The Beatles' "Paperback Writer" was number one for two weeks on the US' singles chart. At The Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood, Cal., The Beach Boys, The Byrds, Love and others made appearances. At a nightclub in Port Arthur, Tex., Jackie Wilson was arrested for inciting a riot and also for refusing to obey a police order.

In 1967, at the Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, Cal., The Jimi Hendrix Experience performed a free afternoon concert while on a North American tour. Via satellite, 200 million people saw The Beatles perform "All You Need Is Love" with Mick Jagger, Eric Clapton, Keith Moon and other providing back-up vocals.

In 1969, "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother" by The Hollies was recorded with Elton John playing piano.

In 1977, at Dublin University in Dublin, Ireland, Radiators From Space made an appearance supported by The Undertones. Marvin Gaye's "Got To Give It Up" was number one on the US' singles chart.
The Muppet Show by The Muppets was number one on the UK's album chart.

In 1980, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, NY, Billy Joel made an appearance.

In 1983, Flashdance's soundtrack was number one for two weeks on the US' album chart. Synchronicity by The Police was number one on the album chart in both the UK and the US.

In 1987, Boudleaux Bryant, songwriter for The Everly Brothers, died.

In 1988, Hillel Slovak of The Red Hot Chili Peppers died of a heroin overdose. Debbie Gibson's "Foolish Beat" was number one on the US' singles chart. Van Halen's OU812 was number one for four weeks on the US' album chart.

In 1993, Suede, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lenny Kravitz and other bands were featured on the first day of the Glastonbury Festival in England. On David Letterman's last show as NBC's Late Night show host, Bruce Springsteen was a surprise guest.

In 1994, at the Glastonbury Festival, five people were shot and injured when a man pulled a gun and started shooting into the crowd. Stone Temple Pilots' Purple was number one for three weeks on the US' album chart.

In 1995, Pink Floyd's Pulse was number one on the US' album chart.

In 2000, Eminem's The Marshall Mathers LP was number one on the UK's album chart. Enrique Iglesias' "Be With You" was number one on the US' singles chart.

In 2004, at the Glastonbury Festival, appearances were made by Nelly Furtado, Oasis, Paul McCartney, Black Eyed Peas and others. Earl Simmons, also known as rapper DMX, was arrested on charges of trying to steal a car from New York's Kennedy airport.

In 2006, Elkan Allan, producer of British pop show Ready Steady Go!, died. Arif Mardin died of pancreatic cancer. In Sydney, Australia, Keith Urban married Nicole Kidman.

And in 2009, Michael Jackson died at his home in Beverly Hills, Cal. after he suffered heart failure. At a memorabilia auction in New York City, NY, a souvenir poster of The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper that had all four signatures of the band's members sold for $52,000.

Friday, June 22, 2012

This Day in Music History - June 22

In 1936, Kris Kristofferson was born. Jimmy Castor was born in 1943, Peter Asher of Peter and Gordon in 1944, Howard Kaylan of The Turtles in 1947, Todd Rundgren of Utopia in 1948 and Alan Osmond of The Osmonds was born in 1949. Cyndi Lauper was born in 1953, Derek Forbes of Simple Minds and Green Gartside of Scritti Politti in 1956, Gary Beers of INXS in 1957 and Alan Anton of Cowboy Junkies in 1959. In 1962, Stephen Vaughan of PJ Harvey was born, Bobby Gillespie of Primal Scream and Mike Edwards of Jesus Jones in 1964 and Tom Cunningham of Wet Wet Wet in 1965. Steven Page of Barenaked Ladies was born in 1970, Sally Polihronas of Bardot in 1976 and Chris Urbanowicz of Editors in 1981.

In 1956, Elvis Presley started a 10-show for three days run at the Paramount Theater in Atlanta, Geo.

In 1958, Vic Damone's "On The Street Where You Live" was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1963, Stevie Wonder, who was only 13, entered the US' singles chart with "Fingertips Part One and Two".

In 1964, the Wellington Town Hall was the very first place in New Zealand The Beatles performed.

In 1968, Herb Alpert's "This Guy's In Love With You" was number one for four weeks on the US' singles chart. At the Fillmore East in New York, the Jeff Beck group debuted in the US. Otis Redding's "Dock Of The Bay" was number one in the UK.

In 1969, Judy Garland was found dead in her rented Chelsea home in London, England, of a barbiturate overdose.

In 1970, at the Laugardalsholl Hall in Reykjavik, Iceland, Led Zeppelin made his one and only appearance in the country.

In 1971, at the Glastonbury Festival in England, appearances were made by Melanie, David Bowie, Fairport Convention and other bands.

In 1974, Gordon Lightfoot's
Sundown was number one for two weeks on the US' album chart.

In 1977, Peter Laughner of Pere Ubu died.

In 1978, Matt Vinyl & The Decorators supported The Boomtown Rats at the Odeon Theatre in Edinburgh, Scotland.

In 1980, Don McLean's version of "Crying" was number one on the UK's singles chart.

In 1981, Mark Chapman pleaded guilty to murdering John Lennon.

In 1985, Bryan Adams' "Heaven" was number one for two weeks on the US' singles chart. The Beverly Hills Cop soundtrack was number one for two weeks on the US' album chart. At "The Longest Day" at Milton Keynes Bowl in Milton Keynes, England, U2, Faith Brothers, The Ramones and other bands made appearances.

In 1988, Jesse Ed Davis, a session guitarist, died of a heroin overdose in Venice, Cal. Dennis Lobban was convicted guilty of murdering Peter Tosh. He was also sentenced to hang by a Jamaican court.

In 1990, on the first day of the Glastonbury Festival, The Cure, Deacon Blue, Adamski and other bands performed.

In 1992, Kurt Cobain of Nirvana was rushed to a hospital after a performance in Belfast, Ireland. In a drive in shooting incident, three members of M.C. Hammer's tour crew were wounded.

In 1996, Arthur Ross, brother of Diana Ross and also wrote songs for Marvin Gaye, The Miracles and Madonna, and his wife were murdered by suffocation in their rented Detroit home basement.

In 1997, Hanson's debut album, Middle of Nowhere, was number one on the UK's album chart.

In 2000, Prince announced he wanted to be known as Prince again after having given himself different identities in the 1990s. Mick Jagger had to tell a New York court his financial worth and income in a child support battle.

In 2002, U2's guitarist "The Edge" married his girlfriend in Eze, France.

In 2003, Clay Aiken's "This Is The Night" was number one on the US' singles chart. Luther Vandross' Dance With My Father was number one on the US' album chart. Evanescence's Fallen was number one on the UK's album chart.

And in 2008, Coldplay's "Viva La Vida" was number one on the UK's singles chart.

Thursday, June 21, 2012

This Day in Music History - June 21

Lalo Schifrin was born in 1932 and O.C. Smith in 1936. Ray Davies of The Kinks, Miguel Vicens Los Bravos and Jon Hiseman of Colosseum were born in 1944, Chris Britton of The Troggs in 1945, Joey Molland of Badfinger in 1948 and Greg Munford of Strawberry Alarm Clock in 1949. Joey Kramer of Aerosmith was born in 1950, Alan Silson of Smokie in 1951, Nils Logren in 1953, Mark Brzezicki of Big Country in 1957 and Marcella Detroit of Shakespear's Sister in 1959. Tim Simenon of Bomb The Bass was born in 1967, Sonia Clarke in 1968 and Pat Sonsone of Wilco in 1969. Lee Gaze of Lostprophets was born in 1975, Michael Einziger of Incubus in 1976 and Brandon Flowers of The Killers in 1981.

In 1955, Elvis Presley performed twice in Beaumont, Tex.

In 1966, Reg Calvert, owner of Radio City, was shot and killed by William Smedley, owner of Radio Caroline, during a confrontation. Jimmy Page's live debut was at the Marquee Club in London, England, alongside The Yardbirds. The Rolling Stones sued 14 hotels for a booking ban in New York after the band made a North American tour. After his Jaguar was involved in an accident in Marble Arch, London, England, Tom Jones needed to have 14 stitches in his forehead. The Beatles recorded "She Said She Said" from start to finish.

In 1968, at Midsummer Nights Dream, at the Burton Constable Hall in Humberside, England, Geno Washington, The Move, Fairport Convention and others made appearances. At Durham University in Durham, England, The Who made an appearance.

In 1972, as part of their North American tour, Led Zeppelin made an appearance at Denver Coliseum in Denver, Col.

In 1975, at the Wembley Stadium in London, England, Elton John, The Beach Boys, Joe Walksh Rufus and The Eagles appeared in front of 120,000 fans. Captain and Tennille was number one for four weeks on the US' singles chart with "Love Will Keep Us Alive". Ritchie Blackmore of Deep Purple quit the band.

In 1976, Towards the end of their 31-day North American tour, The Wings performed three nights at the Los Angeles forum.

In 1977, Johnny Rotten of The Sex Pistols was attacked outside of the live music venue in Dingwalls in Camden, London, England. At the Tarrant County Convention Center in Fort Worth, Tex., Aerosmith as part of their 81-day Draw The Line tour.

In 1979, Angus MacLise of Velvet Underground died of tuberculosis.

In 1980, Bert Kaempfert, a German orchestra leader and songwriter, died. At the Festival in Lock Lomond, Scotland, the first day of two included The Jam, Tourists, Bad Manners, Wishbone Ash, Saxon, Gillan and The Regents. At Knebworth '80 in Knebworth Park, England, The Beach Boys, Santana and others made appearances. All of The Strangers' members were arrested for allegedly starting a riot after a concert at Nice University in France.

In 1985, Glastonbury Festival's three-day event near Pilton, Somerset, England, included Aswad, King, Midnight Oil and other bands.

In 1986, Genesis'
Invisible Touch was number one on the UK's album chart.

In 1988, Bruce Springsteen performed at the Aston Villa Football Club in Birmingham,
England, as part of his Tunnel of Love Express world tour.

In 1992, The Orb's single "Blue Room" was released. The song was 39 minutes and 58 seconds long, two seconds shorter than the maximum a single is allowed by UK chart rules.

In 1994, George Michael lost his lawsuit against Sony Records.

In 1998, Bobby Brown was arrested for charges of sexual battery after an incident at the Beverly Hills Hilton Hotel in California.

In 2000, Karen McNeil was arrested for stalking Axl Rose.

And in 2001, John Lee Hooker died in his sleep.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Album Review - The Spring Standards

The album, yellow//gold, by The Spring Standards is a double LP. James Cleare, Heather Robb and James Smith provide vocals and harmonies. “Yellow” is the first of the two sections, providing a soft, laid-back feeling. The song “Only Skin” is one with piano and vocals by Robb. “Heavy Home” continues the feeling by including drums and guitar. Lead vocals were provided by Cleare. Piano is brought in once again for the song “Chicago”. Besides the piano and guitar, a trumpet, glockenspiel and woodwind are played, giving it a ’60 or ’70s feeling. In “Crushing Pennies”, the guitar is the main instrument used with the piano being played once.

Continuing with the section yellow, the piano, drums and harmonica are used in the song “Enemies”. The pace of the song is reminiscent to that of a waltz. “Wildfire Forest” picks up a little bit from the previous songs while keeping the laid-back feeling. The guitar, piano, harmonica and drums are once again used. “So Simple So True” slows down to a steady beat by the piano, guitar and drums. The lyrics are also slow and sung in a soft tone.

“Nightmare” kicks off the gold section with a bit of hand-clapping and a chant of “no”. The piano and drums have a continuous beat while Robb, Cleare and Smith sing in distorted voices at times. “Watch the Moon Disappear” picks up a little bit more from “Nightmare”, this time with a sense of urgency. The lyrics hit higher notes while carrying the rushing feeling. “Rusty Wheels” starts with the drum in the background before getting louder. Unlike the first two, this one is a slowed-down rock song with their being some parts where it does get faster and the guitar hits the higher notes.

“Here We Go”, sung by Smith, starts with the guitar and the drums hitting two beats before a pause and then another two beats. The guitar and drums may remind you of the opening to .38 Special’s “Hold On Loosely” as it did for me. The tempo in the chorus picks up before slowing back down for the bridge. To finish off the album is the longest song “Unmarked Pill”, running for seven minutes and 37 seconds. For the first minute, it is slow before picking up for about thirty seconds and slowing back down. The pace for this song is mostly slowed down while having a few parts where the beat does pick up. Robb and Cleare have solos in singing this song and the guitar being the lead instrument for a moment or two.