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.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Rolling Stone chronicled scene

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Rolling Stone No.1 By STEVE SEYMOUR When I received a complementary copy of Rolling Stone in the mail the other day, it reminded me of how i...
Wednesday, August 20, 2008

Finger Eleven defies categories

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Guitarists James Black and Rick Jackett faced each other as Scott Anderson sang during the Finger Eleven concert in Escanaba on Aug. 15. Bas...
Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Music collectors look to eBay

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Frankie Yankovic played at the Upper Peninsula's Calumet Armory on Saturday, Aug. 13. But was the year 1949, 1955, 1960 or 1966? By STEV...
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Wednesday, August 06, 2008

Woodtick reunites 'Billy Shears'

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The Billy Shears Band headlined the 15th annual Woodtick Music Festival on Friday, Aug. 1. Performing, from left, were Don Baumann, Gerry Ca...
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Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Artifacts tell U. P. music stories

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Recently discovered sheet music pictures "Smiley Joe" Omohundro, a self-described traveling troubadour, who was born in the tiny...
Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Kingsford shows revisited '60s

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Joey Gee and the Blue Tones, featuring the vocals of Joe Giannunzio, performed for the first time in over four decades at the Hog Wild Musi...
Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Beach Boys display dual image

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Mike Love, left, and Bruce Johnston engage the crowd during the Beach Boys show at the Chip In Island Resort & Casino. By STEVE SEYMOUR ...
Wednesday, July 09, 2008

U. P. must heed music heritage

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Alan Lomax By STEVE SEYMOUR An important part of the Upper Peninsula's cultural heritage isn't getting the attention it deserves. Mu...
Wednesday, July 02, 2008

Discs are top concert souvenirs

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By STEVE SEYMOUR My wife Sue and I have witnessed some memorable rock 'n' roll shows, including a few which were recorded and releas...
Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Vinton evokes junior high days

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Bobby Vinton's show at the Chip-in Island Resort & Casino on June 20 brought back memories from my junior high school years. By STEV...
Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Rev. Raven preaches the blues

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Reverend Raven By STEVE SEYMOUR Reverend Raven and the Chain Smokin' Altar Boys know how to put on an electrifying blues show. The...
Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Winter wows crowd in Calumet

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Johnny Winter performs with his favorite guitar, an Erlewine Lazer By STEVE SEYMOUR A legendary guitarist was complemented by a storied venu...
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