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Month: July 2012

roots rock news

Deep Purple Keyboardist Jon Lord Dies; created one of rock’s signature sounds

Who was Jon Lord? The name might ring familiar to early 70’s stoners and bluesy brit prog-rocker fans.  Lord was … Continue reading Deep Purple Keyboardist Jon Lord Dies; created one of rock’s signature sounds

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Plug pulled on Springsteen in London

On a night that began with Bruce Springsteen jumping in during John Fogerty’s set to sing “Rockin’ All Over the … Continue reading Plug pulled on Springsteen in London

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From the Archives: Untold Stories Series – BoDeans return to Indy, minus a founding member

NOTE: For whatever reason, there are columns/stories I write that never get published on the Rockforward blog.  Why is that?  … Continue reading From the Archives: Untold Stories Series – BoDeans return to Indy, minus a founding member

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VIDEO: Springsteen with The Roots at Roskilde Festival – July 7, 2012 – “E St. Shuffle”

Springsteen’s current tour continues to amaze the rock critic/fan in me.  The E St. Band’s combination of majesty, soulfulness and … Continue reading VIDEO: Springsteen with The Roots at Roskilde Festival – July 7, 2012 – “E St. Shuffle”

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