Dave Swanson is a writer and musician from Cleveland, Ohio. He has spent a lifetime obsessed with all things Rock & Roll. Dave has written for a variety of publications including Shindig!, Bucketful Of Brains, The Cleveland Scene and The Cleveland Plain Dealer. He hosts his own radio show, has promoted concerts and played in several bands including, but not limited to, Rainy Day Saints, New Salem Witch Hunters, The Cynics, Chamber Strings, Guided By Voices, Death Of Samantha, and Captain Groovy & His Bubblegum Army. Favorite bands-Cheap Trick, The Monkees, Sparks, Motorhead, Beach Boys, Rockpile, XTC,Van Der Graaf Generator, Sweet, Bob Dylan,etc. Favortie color- paisley. Sign-Scorpio. Favorite Movies-Love And Death, Don't Look Back & Beyond The Valley Of The Dolls. Political party-Mod & Rocker. Religion-Rock & Roll. His biggest regret is having no regrets. If not playing, writing, reading about, listening to, or discussing music, he is most likely dead.
Dave Swanson
Robert Plant On Led Zeppelin Reunion: ‘I’m Not Part of a Jukebox!’
Robert Plant once again explained his reasons for not wanting to reunite with the surviving members of Led Zeppelin.
Peter Frampton Announces New Album, U.S. Tour
On June 24, Peter Frampton will issue his 15th studio album, 'Hummingbird In A Box.'
The Who Release Full Details, Track List for ‘Quadrophenia’ Concert DVD
The Who will release a video document of their most recent tour, 'Quadrophenia: Live in London.'
Crosby, Stills & Nash Announce More 2014 Tour Dates
The ageless harmonies of Crosby, Stills & Nash will be hitting the road from July through early October.
Steely Dan Announce ‘Jamalot Ever After’ 2014 Tour
For a band who disliked touring in the old days, Steely Dan have certainly embraced since their mid-'90s reunion. The band recently announced a couple of upcoming dates, but have now put forth information on the entire tour.
The 'Jamalot Ever After' tour will cover 53 dates in 47 cities, taking guitarist Walter Becker, vocalist/keyboardist Donald Fagen and band across the states and up into Canada
The Beach Boys vs. Capitol Records
There weren't as many good vibrations between Beach Boys and Capitol Records as the '60s drew to a close.
Joan Jett To Perform With Nirvana Members At Rock Hall Ceremony?
The surviving Nirvana members have hinted that Joan Jett may be joining them for their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Performance.
Bad Company and Lynyrd Skynyrd Announce Summer 2014 Tour
Last summer, two of classic rock's mainstays, Bad Company and Lynryd Skynyrd, teamed up for one of the season's most successful tours. So it makes sense that the duo are back for another round of dates.
Monkees Announce 2014 Spring Tour
The Monkees have booked a two-week tour for May and June.
‘John Lennon,’ ‘Kurt Cobain’ Appear in New Beer Commercial
John Lennon, Elvis Presley and Kurt Cobain are among the dead celebrities whose likenesses make appearances in a questionable new beer commercial.
Eddie Money Wants to Punch Kenny Loggins
It seems that singer Eddie Money not only has two tickets to paradise, but two fists ready to aim at Mr. Footloose himself, Kenny Loggins.
Brian Johnson, Zakk Wylde + More Share Their Favorite ‘Spinal Tap’ Scenes
Several rock stars discuss their favorite scenes from 'This Is Spinal Tap.'
Updated: Kiss Sued For Unpaid Royalties By Eric Carr’s Family
Update 3/12: Both Carr's family and Kiss singer / guitarist Paul Stanley have denied that Carr's family is actually involved in this lawsuit. Get the full details here.
The family of the late Eric Carr, former drummer for Kiss, has filed a lawsuit against the group alleging that they are not being paid their proper royalties.
Boston Announce 2014 U.S. Tour
Boston will be hitting the road this summer for the first time since 2012. The band revealed a series of dates to promote their most recent album, 'Life, Love & Hope.'
The 'Heaven On Earth' tour kicks off in Hollywood, Fla. on June 5, and wraps up on August 12 in Springfield, Ill. Wi...
Rush To Issue Deluxe Vinyl Edition Of Their 1974 Debut
Hard to believe, but 2014 marks the 40th anniversary of the self-titled debut album from Rush. To celebrate this milestone, 'Rush' is being re-issued on April 15 in a special vinyl deluxe edition box.
Police Conduct Homicide Investigation as Gregg Allman Biopic Suspends Production
The Gregg Allman biopic 'Midnight Rider' has temporarily shut down production as police conduct an investigation to determine if criminal charges -- possibly including homicide -- will be brought against film personnel in the wake of an on-set accident that resulted in the death of a crew member.