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
Former Van Der Graaf Generator Bassist Nic Potter Passes Away
Nic Potter, former bassist for progressive rock band Van Der Graaf Generator, has died after suffering complications from pneumonia. He was 61.
Jack Black Hails Led Zeppelin as ‘The Greatest Rock And Roll Band Of All Time’ At Kennedy Center Honors
With a boisterous and hearty shout of "Led Zeppelin!," Jack Black began his heartfelt tribute to the mighty combo that, in his words, "Sang songs about love, about vikings...about vikings making love."
Sammy Hagar Answers Barrage Of Fan Questions Via Facebook
As a Christmas present of sorts, Sammy Hagar decided to open the floor to his fans via Facebook, and to respond to any questions the red rocker's devotees may have.
Pink Floyd’s Nick Mason Saves London Music Store
Nick Mason, the man behind the drum kit for Pink Floyd, has stepped in to save a favorite childhood haunt from closing its doors. Foote's is the music shop where Mason bought his very first drum kit, and now he, along with the store's sales director, Rob Wilson, are set to buy the business from the family who has owned it since the '30s.
Rolling Stones Hint at More Shows In 2013
As Mick Jagger exited the stage at the Rolling Stones' final show of 2012, he told the crowd at New Jersey's Prudential Center, “This is our last show ... of the 50th anniversary tour. Hope to see you again soon.” With the band celebrating fifty years of rock and roll, expectations ran high and, by most all accounts, they surpassed them. So after two shows in London and this short East Coast run,
Sharon Osbourne Says $250K DNA Screening Saved Her Life
Over the last fifteen years or so, the lives of Sharon and Ozzy Osbournehave pretty much been open books for all to gawk at. Now Sharon is opening the book to show how DNA testing saved her life.
Deep Purple Announce New Album Release Date
Though recently snubbed by the powers-that-be at the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, the mighty Deep Purple are rolling full speed ahead and have announced new details concerning their long awaited new album. Their 19th studio album will see the light of day on April 30, 2013. It is being released by the German based label earMUSIC. The band's last studio effort dates back to 2005's 'Rapture Of The
Biopic To Be Made On Original Who Manager Kit Lambert
Original manager of the Who, Kit Lambert is headed to the big screen in a newly conceived biopic. Lambert, along with the recently deceased Chris Stamp, guided the Who through their formative years up through the early 1970s and now, according to the Hollywood Reporter, a film on Lambert's life is being planned with assistance from both Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend.
Rolling Stones To Play 2013 Coachella?
According to Rolling Stone.com, the Rolling Stones might be headed to Coachella next year. Early this morning a note under the 'Tour' section on the band's mobile app listed April 12 in Indio, California, and it was listed as 'Coachella 2013.'
Paul McCartney Blames Giant Bell For Problems During 2012 Olympics Performance
Nobody's perfect, as the saying goes, and Paul McCartney will attest to that. His performance of 'Hey Jude' at the 2012 Summer Olympics began awkwardly, which, to those of us watching at home, was strange given how many times he's sung that classic throughout the years. In a new interview, he explained what happened that caused the mix-up.
Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame 2013 Inductees To Be Announced Tomorrow
It's that time of year again! No, not Christmas, it's the time when the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame makes their big announcement concerning the 2013 inductees. The big announcement will be made tomorrow, Dec. 11, at 11:00AM Pacific.
Rolling Stones Added To Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert
You can add the Rolling Stones to the list of first-class rockers who are lending a hand in support of victims of Hurricane Sandy. The Stones join an already impressive list of rockers performing at the 12.12.12 Benefit concert being held at Madison Square Garden on Wed. Dec. 12.