Posts From Jeff Tamarkin
Do You Know Joel Whitburn? He Turned a Passion for Records Into Chart Research
The acknowledged expert on the history of the music charts was also the owner of one of the largest collections of recorded music in the world.
Read MoreJune 13, 2018: D.J. Fontana, Elvis Presley’s Drummer, Dead at 87
He played on nearly 500 of Elvis’ recordings, including such landmarks as “Hound Dog,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Jailhouse Rock” and “Heartbreak Hotel.”
Read MoreHarvey Keitel and the Song ‘Summertime, Summertime’
In a cringe-inducing scene from the movie Fingers, the use of a 1958 song becomes an indelible moment with Keitel reacting to an insult as only he can
Read MoreReview: The Rolling Stones Blue & Lonesome
There’s nothing retro about it yet the Stones’ first-ever all-blues album is very much a celebration of their roots. We listened, and we loved it.
Read MoreJohn Zacherle, TV’s Cool Ghoul and Rock DJ, Dies
A beloved TV and radio figure of the ’60s/’70s, who went from presenting horror films in character to hosting rock radio shows, has died at age 98.
Read MoreMichael Nesmith of The Monkees: A Brief Q&A
The musician, actor and songwriter will receive a prestigious award for his pioneering work in the music video field. We chat with Papa Nez
Read MoreSteve Miller Explores His Roots in Special NYC Show
In a concert at New York City’s Jazz at Lincoln Center, Steve Miller reached back to his blues, jazz and classic pop influences.
Read MoreDonnie Fritts, Muscle Shoals Songwriter & Musician, Dead at 76
The longtime Kris Kristofferson sideman was also a prolific tunesmith whose songs were covered by the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan and many others.
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Steve Miller on Blues, Jazz and the Rock Hall
The classic rocker grew up with jazz and blues greats as houseguests. The Space Cowboy on his roots and why he’s still unhappy with the Rock & Hall of Fame.
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