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, April 28, 2010

Benatar's vocals propel concert

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Vocalist Pat Benatar performed at the Island Resort and Casino in Harris last weekend, singing many of her hits from the 1980s. By STEVE SEY...
Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Fans still fascinated by Hendrix

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As the fourth decade since his death approaches, fans continue to appreciate the work of rock icon Jimi Hendrix. By STEVE SEYMOUR Although ...
Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Rob Kirk story ended tragically

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Rob Kirk, standing at center, posed with the Henchmen VI for this photograph. In 1967, Kirk recorded a 45 rpm single for Cuca Records, but t...
Sunday, April 04, 2010

Teen clubs ruled music scene

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The Scene, which offered live music twice each week, claimed to be the "U. P.'s only young adult- teen club." St. Ignace resid...
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010

How 'Smiley' got his nickname

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Jim "Smiley" Lewis, left, got his nickname when he was in the popular local band Home Sweet. Other members of the early 1970's...
Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Songs recall Fitzgerald tragedy

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Gordon Lightfoot's "Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" still evokes strong emotions in people who remember when the ore carrier s...
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Fame eluded rock band Up

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Rock band the Up issued their first 45 rpm single, "Just Like an Aborigine," in 1970. Although they shared the stage with the MC5,...
Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Jones still integral to Foreigner

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Guitarist Mick Jones, 65, showed his chops during a Foreigner show at the Island Resort and Casino. By STEVE SEYMOUR Foreigner charged throu...
Wednesday, March 03, 2010

Hammond charms blues crowd

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Veteran bluesman John Hammond entertained fans at the Terrace Bay Inn on Feb. 25 during an event sponsored by Blues for a Cause to benefit t...
Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Beatles books crowd shelves

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With 1,400 books published about the Beatles since their 1960's heyday, W. Fraser Sandercombe has released "Beatle Books," whi...
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