Our podcast on Thursday, October 19th, 2023, will be about 🎶 Classic Rock Artists
Classic rock is a genre of popular music that emerged in the mid-1960s, blending elements of rock and roll, blues, folk, and psychedelic music. It is characterized by its use of electric guitars, drums, and bass guitars, as well as its focus on melody, harmony, and rhythm. Classic rock artists often wrote and performed their own songs, and their music often reflected the social and political issues of the time.
Some of the most popular and influential classic rock artists include:
- The Beatles
- The Rolling Stones
- Led Zeppelin
- Pink Floyd
- The Who
- The Doors
- Jimi Hendrix
- The Beach Boys
- Bob Dylan
- Bruce Springsteen
- Queen
- David Bowie
These artists helped to define the sound of classic rock and their music continues to be enjoyed by people of all ages today.
Here are some of the key themes and characteristics of classic rock:
- Innovation: Classic rock artists constantly pushed the boundaries of music, experimenting with new sounds and styles.
- Melodic and harmonic richness:Â Classic rock songs are often characterized by their complex and beautiful melodies and harmonies.
- Lyrical depth:Â Classic rock songs often deal with important social and political issues, as well as personal experiences of love, loss, and redemption.
- Guitar virtuosity:Â Many classic rock artists were also virtuoso guitarists, pushing the boundaries of what was possible on the instrument.
- Live performance:Â Classic rock artists were known for their energetic and electrifying live performances.
Classic rock has had a profound impact on popular music and culture. It has influenced countless other genres of music, including punk rock, heavy metal, and grunge. Classic rock songs are also regularly featured in films, television shows, and commercials.
Don’t miss this musical odyssey—mark your calendar and stay tuned!
Date: Thursday, October 26th, 2023
Guest(s) for our show:
1) Jason Scheff
Jason Scheff, a singer-songwriter and bassist, was the frontman for the rock band Chicago, replacing former lead vocalist Peter Cetera. Jason is also, the son of bassist Jerry Scheff.
Visit Jason Scheff website at https://jasonscheff.com/.
2) Arlen Schumer
Arlen Schumer, a highly regarded illustrator and pop culture historian, will be our special guest on the podcast. He will be sharing his insights into the legendary rock icon, Bruce Springsteen.
In 1978, Arlen Schumer served as the Art Director of Thunder Road, which was the first magazine dedicated to the life and music of Bruce Springsteen. He also created artwork for two of Springsteen’s concerts.
Furthermore, Arlen will provide a sneak peek into his upcoming book, “Brilliant Disguise: Bruce Springsteen’s Greatest Hits You’ve Never Heard.”
For more information about Arlen Schumer and his work related to Bruce Springsteen, visit his website at https://arlenschumer.com/springsteen/. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the world of The Boss and his lesser-known hits with our knowledgeable guest! 🎶📖
3) Jim Summaria
Jim Summaria, hailing from Chicago, embarked on his photography career in 1973 at the age of 19.
From 1973 to 1978, he served as the staff photographer for Chicago rock concert promoter Flip Side Productions, granting him backstage and photo pass privileges to all the concerts they produced. He continued to capture live performances in the 2000s.
Jim’s lens has focused on iconic figures like Paul McCartney/Wings, The Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Bob Dylan, The Band, Bad Company, Rick Derringer, and many others.
In addition to his photography, Jim is the author of “Classic Rock Photographs from Yesterday and Today.”
Furthermore, he co-hosts a radio show, “That Classic Rock Show,” alongside Mark Plotnick on Huntley Community Radio, WRHU 101.5 FM.
For more about Jim’s work and photography, please visit his website at https://jsummaria.wixsite.com/rocknrollphotos.
His journey has been nothing short of remarkable! 📷🎸🎶
Topic of the show: Classic Rock Artists
