It's Uncle Marty Gras 2023, as this is adventure number 677 of The 3D RadioActivity, where Daytona Airedale and I dedicate the show to a yearly tradition to take our trip to the mouth of the Missisip! Go grab some chicory coffee and a begnet or pączki to make this the fattest Tuesday of the year as we play Cajun, Creole, Funk, Jazz, Crescent City, World & Zydeco, so … [Read more...] about Uncle Marty Gras 2023
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Today in Rock History – January 7
1964, The Beatles recorded a seven-song appearance for the BBC Radio program Saturday Club. They played All My Loving, Money, The Hippy Hippy Shake, I Want to Hold Your Hand, Roll Over Beethoven Johnny B. Goode, and I Wanna Be Your Man. The show was broadcast on February 15, while the Beatles were in the US. 1967, The Young Rascals, The Doors, and Sopwith Camel play at … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – January 7
3D Over 5X
I'm Everybody's Uncle Marty with my sidekick Daytona on The 3D RadioActivity, number 668 as we investigate which direction OVER will take us for the fifth time. This chapter is just about OVER, be sure to check in next time as we say goodnight to 2022 as we go OUT. Got any suggestions? Then tell me by sending email, or with a message on our Facebook page … [Read more...] about 3D Over 5X
Today in Rock History – October 15
1966, Pink Floyd (who were paid £15 for the gig), The Move, Denny Laine, and Soft Machine all appeared at the launch for International Times at London's Roundhouse. 1966, The Four Tops started a two week run at number one on the US singles chart with "Reach Out And I'll Be There." The spot was previously held by "Cherish" from The Association. 1967, Cream played at the … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – October 15
Today in Rock History – September 24
1965, Bob Dylan played the first night on a 36 date North American tour at Austin Municipal Auditorium in Austin, Texas. 1966, Jimi Hendrix arrived in London with manager Chas Chandler on a flight from New York City. With only the clothes he was wearing, Hendrix had sold his other belongings to pay a hotel bill in New York. 1966, The Association started a three week run … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – September 24
