Category: Rock

Gimme The Dirt: Why The World Needs More Rock Biopics

Last night I had the opportunity to watch The Dirt, a Netflix biopic on the infamous 80s rock band Motley Crue. The book turned movie gave us a glimpse into the craziness of the bands plight to fame, struggle with drugs, and victory over an industry that is known to make or break people. I’m familiar with bassist Nikki Sixx as I follow him on most social media, various podcast, and glanced at Heroin Diaries. This film allowed me a peek into the lives of the Tommy, Vince and Mick to get some of the scoop. Anyone who loves the cru should visit Netflix to check it out and share their thoughts…and read the book.

the-dirtPersonally, I’m in love with music biopics; the world needs more of them! I think they feed the celebrity worship that this generation fiends for. I think they take us back to when we bought that first album or that first concert ticket and the nostalgia surfaces. I think they serve as inspiration to watch humble beginnings and stadium fantasy endings. I think they tie up lose ends for those who were forced to deal with their favorite band breaking up, or the death of a member. In my lifetime, I’ve seen a bunch of  loosely done biography music movies and it introduced me to older artist. Anybody remember JLo in Selena? Who could forget Angela Bassett as Tina Turner in Whats Love Got To Do With It? What about Jersey Boys or Ray? Bohemian Rhapsody was a blockbuster and it brought together a shit ton of generations touched by Queen’s music.  I see no down sides when it comes to these types of films as long as they do it while folks are alive to give their input (if they can).

 

Hoping for a Led Zeppelin, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Metallica, Green Day doc soon! What are your thoughts? Hit me @dropajewel on twitter. #Doitnow

50th Anniversary Woodstock Festival

No way.

Woodstock was that iconic rock festival that music junkies of my age bracket would only dream of attending. And it’s back, again. Spin magazine is reporting that one of the co founders of the festival is bringing a three day Anniversary concert to New York this summer.

https://www.spin.com/2019/01/woodstock-50th-anniversary-festival-2/

I vaguely remember it making an appearance some years ago…something about setting port a potties on fire and mob rioting. Let’s hope for a smooth ride this year. Lord willing, I’ll be there. May the spirit of the late great Jimi Hendrix light the way.

[Video] Greta Van Fleet-Highway Tune

Rejoiiice! Not sure if you’ve heard this one yet, but PLEASE play at loud volumes.

Greta Van Fleet is an American Rock band with a solid sound and a new EP titled Black Smoke Rising. I first caught wind of them on one of my favorite local rock stations and am an instant fan. Check out their website here and get familiar with the new project. Do It Now.

https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/1UYPc0sF9XnQbYprWtZAuh

[Article] New Music for Your Weekend Playlist

Thanks to the good people at Rolling Stone, I didnt have my work cut out for me this weekend. I had NO idea there were so many new albums that I would actually give a listen. Check out their article on the new albums to stream/cop below and let me know what you’re jamming to. Namaste. 

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/lists/playlist-harry-styles-and-20-other-albums-to-hear-now-w482010

[Visuals] Highly Suspect-Little One

I fucking love this song.

As I try to keep you all laced in good tunes for the spring and upcoming summer, I came across this one while listening to my favorite local rock station. The band is from Massachusetts, and have been on the scene for a good minute now. We’re in luck, the band is currently on tour and coming to a city near you. Keep your eyes peeled, check out their website Highlysuspect.net and show your twitter love @Highly_Suspect. #DoItNow