Tag Archives: classic-rock

DEATHSTARS

MANCHESTER ACADEMY 3 MONDAY 3rd NOVEMBER 2014. Deathstars are a Swedish Industrial Metal Band from Stromstad Sweden . Formed in 2000. The Group are noted for their Dark Horror Themed Lyrics Pessimistic & Misanthropic social commentary Distinctive Trademark Face Paint , Dark Stage Uniforms & Physical Appearances that correspond to Gothic Fashion . They haveContinue reading “DEATHSTARS”

THE SCRIPT FREEDOM CHILD TOUR

EMPRESS BALLROOM BLACKPOOL WEHNESDAY AUGUST 30th 2017. The Script are an Irish Rock Band Formed in 2001 in Dublin Ireland by Lead Vocalist & Guitarist Danny O’ Donoghue , Lead Guitarist Mark Sheehan & Drummer Glen Power . The Band moved to London after Signing to Sony Label Group Imprint Phonogenic & Released their DebutContinue reading “THE SCRIPT FREEDOM CHILD TOUR”

MICHAEL SCHENKER’S TEMPLE OF ROCK.

53 DEGEES PRESTON FRIDAY 19th JULY 2013. Michael Schenker is a German Hard Rock & Heavy Metal Guitarist who began his career as the Lead Guitarist in the Scorpions & UFO since his Second Departure from Scorpions in 1979 . He has primarily focused on his own Eponymous Bands , mainly The Michael Schenker GroupContinue reading “MICHAEL SCHENKER’S TEMPLE OF ROCK.”

WHITESNAKE FOREVERMORE TOUR

02 APOLLO MANCHESTER FRIDAY 17th. JUNE 2011. Whitesnake are a British Hard Rock Band originally from London . Formed in 1978 . The Group originally consisted of Vocalist David Coverdale , Guitarists Micky Moody & Bernie Marsden , Bassist Neil Murray , Drummer Dave Dowle & Keyboardist Brian Johnston . History ( 1978 -1986 )Continue reading “WHITESNAKE FOREVERMORE TOUR”

FOREIGNER 2014 TOUR.

02 APOLLO MANCHESTER THIRSDAY 3rd APRIL 2014 Foreigner is an American Rock Band from New York City Formed in 1976 . The Group Originally included Lou Gramm Lead Vocalist. Mick Jones Lead Guitarist / Keyboardist & Vocalist . Ian Mc Donald Rhythm Guitarist & Woodwind Player , Ed Gagliardi Bassist , Dennis Elliott Drummer &Continue reading “FOREIGNER 2014 TOUR.”

JOURNEY ECLIPSE TOUR

MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS ARENA WEDNESDAY 8th JUNE 2011 Journey is an American Rock Band from San Francisco California formed by former members of Santana , The Steve Miller band Band & others in February 1973 as the Golden Gate Rhythm Section . The Group was renamed Journey in the Summer & Originally included Keyboardist &Continue reading “JOURNEY ECLIPSE TOUR”

MARMOZETS

MANCHESTER ACADEMY 3 MONDAY 23rd FEBRUARY 2015. The Marmozets are an English Rock Band from Bingley Yorkshire England . Marmozets signed to Road Runner Records in October 2013 & released their Debut Studio Album The Weird & Wonderful Marmozets on the 29th September 2014 . Their Second Studio Album Knowing What You Know Now wasContinue reading “MARMOZETS”

LED ZEPPELIN BLAST FROM THE PAST

PRESTON PUBLIC HALL TUESDAY 23rd NOVEMBER 1971. UK. WINTER TOUR 1971. Led Zeppelin were an English Rock Band Formed in London 1968. The Group Comprised of Vocalist Robert Plant . Guitarist Jimmy Page , Bassist & Keyboardist John Paul Jones & Drummer / Percussionist John Bonham . With a heavy Guitar -driven sound , theyContinue reading “LED ZEPPELIN BLAST FROM THE PAST”

MOSTLY AUTUMN

MANCHESTER ACADEMY 3. FRIDAY 5th DECEMBER 2014. DRESSED IN VOICES TOUR. Mostly Autumn are an English Rock Band from York North Yorkshire England . The Group formed in 1995 & have build their Reputation through constant Touring never signing to a Major Label. They produced Music heavenly influenced by 1970s Progressive Rock. According to theContinue reading “MOSTLY AUTUMN”

10CC UTIMATE GREATEST HITS TOUR.

BRIDGEWATER HALL MANCHESTER 19TH MARCH 2024 SUPPORT PAUL CANNING. Paul Canning is a Very Talented Based Manchester Vocal / Guitarist & Songwriter. Do check him out you will be amazed . 0utstanding Vocals. SONG 1. Bandwagon ex. ” Give me a Tea Shirt ” ” Give me a Bandwagon. ” Riding a long in aContinue reading “10CC UTIMATE GREATEST HITS TOUR.”

JETHRO TULL

CARLING APOLLO MANCHESTER TUESDAY 23rd MARCH 2010. UK & EUROPE TOUR 2010 Jethro Tull are a British Rock Band Formed in Blackpool Lancashire In 1967 . I saw them on 14th March 1971 at Blackpool Opera House Doing Aqualung Tour with Support From Steeleye Span . Initially playing Blues Rock & Jazz Fusion . TheContinue reading “JETHRO TULL”

RORY GALLAGHER BLAST FROM PAST

BLACKPOOL OPERA HOUSE DECEMBER 5TH 1974 TOUR TATTOO. William Rory Gallagher Born 2nd March 1948 in Ballyshannon County Donegal Ireland . Origin Cork Ireland was an Irish Musician & Songwriter & Amazing Guitarist . He is known for his Virtuosic Style of Guitar Playing & is often referred to as the Greatest Guitarist you’ve neverContinue reading “RORY GALLAGHER BLAST FROM PAST”

MOTT THE HOOPLE

02 APOLLO MANCHESTER SUNDAY 17th NOVEMBER 2013. Mott The Hopple where an English Rock Band formed in Herefordshire Originally named Doc Thomas Group . The Band changed the Name after signing with Island Records in 1968. The Bands Albums at the beginning of the 1970s but Failed to find any Success & on the vergeContinue reading “MOTT THE HOOPLE”

BILLY JOEL IN CONCERT

EVENTIM MANCHESTER ARENA TUESDAY 29th OCTOBER 2013. William Martin Joel Born May 5th 1949 ( Age 74 ) New York City US. Billy Joel is an American Singer / Songwriter & Pianist commonly Nicknamed The Piano Man after his Signature 1973 Song of the same name . Joel has had a successful Music Career asContinue reading “BILLY JOEL IN CONCERT”

KIEFER SUTHERLAND

ALBERT HALL MANCHESTER THURSDAY JUNE 28th 2018. RECKLESS TOUR. Kiefer William Frederick Dempsey George Rufus Sutherland Born 21st December 1966 London England . Is a Canadian Actor & Musician . He is best known for his starring Role as Jack Bauer in the Fox Drama Series 24. ( 2001 -2010 -2014 for which he wonContinue reading “KIEFER SUTHERLAND”

AN EVENING W/ PETER FRAMPTON

FCA 35 TOUR. Peter Kenneth Frampton ( Born 22nd April 1950 ( Age 73 ) Beckenham Kent England . Peter Frampton is an English -American Guitarist , Singer ,Song Writer who rose to prominence as a member of the Rock Bands Herd & Humble Pie . & later in his Career Frampton found significant successContinue reading “AN EVENING W/ PETER FRAMPTON”

YES IN THE PRESENT TOUR.

MANCHESTER APOLLO SUNDAY 22nd NOVEMBER 2009. YES. Are an English Progressive Rock Band Founded By Lead Singer Jon Anderson , Bassist Chris Squire , Guitarist Peter Banks , Keyboardist Tony Kaye & Drummer Bill Bruford . Formed out of Psychedelic Rock Band Mabel Greer’s Toyshop in 1968 . Their have been Quite a lot ofContinue reading “YES IN THE PRESENT TOUR.”

HEART IN CONCERT

02 APOLLO MANCHESTER THURSDAY 30th JUNE 2016 . UK. TOUR 2016. Heart is an American Rock Band Formed in 1973 in Seattle Washington U.S. . The Band evolved from previous projects Led By Founding Members Roger Fisher Guitar & Steve Fossen Bass Guitar including the Army ( 1967 -1969 ) & Hocus Pocus ( 1969Continue reading “HEART IN CONCERT”

GENESIS BLAST FROM PAST.

PALACE THEATRE MANCHESTER SUNDAY APRIL 27TH 1975. THE LAMB LIES DOWN ON BROADWAY TOUR 1975. Genesis are an English Rock Band formed at Charter House School Godalming Surrey in 1967 . The Bands longest existing & most Commercially successful Line Up consisted of Keyboardist Tony Banks , Bassist & Guitarist Mike Rutherford & Drummer /Continue reading “GENESIS BLAST FROM PAST.”