Rock n Roll Graffiti

Rock n Roll Graffiti is an occasional column spotlighting engaging music personalities. The column stresses not only rock 'n' roll, but blues, jazz, country and folk. Stories feature a nostalgic look at Michigan's stars, local musicians and beloved rock legends, all from a personal, Upper Peninsula perspective. Music memories are recalled with an entertaining presentation of facts, a dash of opinion, and a bit of humor, all meant to bring a smile or nod of acknowledgment from the reader.

Monday, October 29, 2018

BURDON REVISITS ANIMALS,WAR

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By STEVE SEYMOUR Eric Burdon wailed, cajoled and pleaded his way through 14 songs Friday night, Oct. 26 at the Island Resort and Casino...
Tuesday, October 23, 2018

LP COVERS EVOLVE WITH TIMES

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As the Sixties evolved so did album cover art, reflecting the rapidly-changing culture of the times. That's the contention of Dou...
Friday, September 28, 2018

OLD POSTERS STIR MEMORIES

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By STEVE SEYMOUR Promoter Gene Smiltnick designed posters for dozens of acts signed to his Bands Unlimited booking agency, based in Esc...
Monday, September 24, 2018

WHAT I'VE BEEN UP TO LATELY

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By STEVE SEYMOUR The last column I wrote for this blog was published June 8, 2011. Yes, that's more than seven years ago. I...
Wednesday, June 08, 2011

COLUMN TALLIES LAST 6 YEARS

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Artist Rex Rubenzer drew this caricature of music columnist Steve Seymour for a book cover. By STEVE SEYMOUR I couldn't have guessed...
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Wednesday, June 01, 2011

Fogerty ranks as concert favorite

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John Fogerty, left, and John Mellencamp performed together for a number of shows during 2005. By STEVE SEYMOUR The four times I've seen...
Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Doobie Bros. keep on truckin'

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The Doobie Brothers are anchored by founding members Patrick Simmons, left, and Tom Johnston. By STEVE SEYMOUR Venerable California rock ban...
Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Interest in MC5 spans decades

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Formed in Lincoln Park, the MC5 had a brief career, but long-lasting influence. By STEVE SEYMOUR The first article I wrote about the MC5 ap...
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Gladstone starts festival season

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Minnesota-based blues artist Paul Mayasich will perform at the Rockin' The Bay Music Festival in Gladstone on Friday, June 18. By STEVE...
Wednesday, May 04, 2011

Omo the Hobo published book

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Delta County's Omo the Hobo spent his life as a traveling troubadour and wrote about his adventures in an autobiography. By STEVE SEYMOU...
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Stadium gone; memories linger

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Singer and guitarist Ray Davies led the Kinks through two songs at the Concert for the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1995, one of the last t...
Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Marilyn Monroe paid for trip

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Although she was best known as an actress, Marilyn Monroe also recorded at least three dozen songs. By STEVE SEYMOUR Although she had been d...
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