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, January 28, 2009

Cars, engines inspire recordings

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The Beach Boys recorded more than a dozen songs about cars, including "Fun, Fun, Fun," "409" and "Shut Down." ...
Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Band names reveal telling legacy

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Marquette native Rick Leppanen was 17 when he played in the uniquely named rock band Self Winding Grapefruit. By STEVE SEYMOUR What's in...
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Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Orbison's fair stop came at apex

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Escanaba resident Jim Bruce, left, had his picture taken with Roy Orbison when the legendary rock star performed at the Upper Peninsula Stat...
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Wednesday, January 07, 2009

AM radio aired addicting content

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Before moving to downtown Escanaba, radio station WDBC was broadcast from this building on Sand Point which now houses the Delta County Hist...
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Wednesday, December 31, 2008

U. P. country acts delivered 45s

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This publicity photo was issued to promote a 45 rpm single Hoot Roberts released on Choco Records, a label located in Marquette. By STEVE SE...
Wednesday, December 24, 2008

U. P. groups on 'legends' ballot

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Fans crowded the stage at Daniel's Den in Saginaw when the Excels, a popular Marquette-based rock band, made an appearance in 1966. The...
Wednesday, December 17, 2008

TV aided careers of U. P. bands

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A WLUC-TV6 camera operator, at left, captured a performance by Ontonagon's Henchmen VI rock band during a March of Dimes Telethon circa ...
Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Rock bands toured U. P. in '66

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This custom poster publicized a 1966 tour of the Upper Peninsula which included the Buckinghams, Luv'd Ones, Excels and Ravelles. By ...
Tuesday, December 02, 2008

Joey Gee traces Blue Tones era

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Vocalist Joe Giannunzio, using his professional name, autographed this photograph of Joey Gee and the Blue Tones. The Iron Mountain-based gr...
Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Ace girl band made U. P. stops

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Guitarist- extraordinaire Char Vinnedge, left, brought her all-girl rock 'n' roll combo, the Tremolons, to Escanaba in April and aga...
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Wednesday, November 19, 2008

DJ tapped top bands for U. P.

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Iron Mountain native Joe Giannunzio worked as a disc jockey, rock band vocalist and promoter of concerts in the eastern Upper Peninsula. By ...
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Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Cain's bands waxed prized 45s

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Gerry Cain at 2008 Woodtick Festival By STEVE SEYMOUR Menominee, Michigan's Gerry Cain recorded 45s with two different bands which are h...
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