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Rockabilly was one of the first forms of Rock 'N' Roll that appeared in the 1950's. Even though, it was short-lived during the 50's it remerged in the 70's and 80's and has stayed an important subculture ever since.

Neil Young has covered practically every rock genre there is. But did you ever get a chance to hear his rockabilly album?

A fresh take on a few Elvis tunes that jump and swing with a life of their own.

Although Johnny Horton is best known for "The Battle of New Orleans", the versatile singer recorded many other songs. Here is the unoffical "top ten" of the many, many songs Horton sang and recorded.

If you're one of the umpteenth researchers looking into Elvis Presley's musical influences--you should overlook everything else and take a look at the career of Elvis's biggest vocal influence: The nearly forgotten Johnnie Ray...

The Old 97s are a Dallas-based all-boy band of rockabilly hipsters with long hair, an eye for funky fashion and a knack for turning out music that is just flat-out fun. To get acquainted with the band, start with this list of their best songs.

Shows rockabilly influence, pays musical dues.

Reviews of Scenic Byways, Buckskin Stallion, Jett Black, Fade to Bluegrass, Barbara Cue and John Hermann. A rootsy blend of reviews, from acoustic picking to '50s-inspired fare.

Los Lobos, Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys, and the Spanish Harlem Orchestra are just three of the 20 award-winning acts scheduled to play at the 9th annual Rhythm and Roots Festival, a Labor Day weekend must for lovers of root music and dance.

A look into the life of late country and rockabilly singer Johnny Horton

The Derailers deliver satisfying retro rockabilly and country.

"We suffer for fashion," used to be the MO of most women, especially those more fashion conscious. Lucky for us, fashion has turned from flattering heels to comfortable flats. Could fashion have done us women anymore of a favor?

Cleveland local gothabilly band Cult of the Psychic Fetus played a good show recently.

Does Highway Companion run out of gas? Tom Petty's first album in four years; will he recover from the beating "The Last DJ" took?

Read this informative article today and find out how Kenny Rogers started out, and how his wit and talent took him to the top of the music charts!

This articles many different auto show in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Virginia. It also details what type of automotive event that's taking place.

The album is a near-perfect pop/rock, singers/songwriters record. Drop "Broken Angel" and then you can drop the near.

Horrorpops play in front of a crowd of fans who truly adore them in Hollywood, CA.

A general exploration of the sudden explosion and make over of a once taboo adult experience - burlesque.

Examines the meaning of the lyrics, reviews of the song and album from fans and critics.

In the noise and fuzz of 1980's disco halls, one man took out his guitar and broke loose with electrifying riffs and an intense musical experience. He was of a rare breed of guitar prowess and played blues like no otherhad before him, Stevie-style.

Top Ten Songs of County Legend Johnny Cash, known as The Man in Black.

Focuses on the bands last four studio albums, with lead singer Natalie maines at the helm. This is when the band shot to superstardom. Features selections from each record, including two songs from their new record that are sure to be hits.

A concert review of a recent Heavy Trash and The Sadies who played a gig at Cleveland's Beachland Ballroom. Heavy Trash is a side band of Jon Spencer of Blues Explosion.

Are you looking for a hip old blazer, a sassy polka-dot dress, or an original Izod polo in Milwaukee? You'll find everything from 1920s flapper fads to 1980s neon at these vintage clothing stores.

Mary Prankster was an amazing performer. She's done performing, but her music lives on. Known for her clever lyrics, her sense of humor, and her catchy tunes, Mary Prankster never got famous but is well beloved by all who heard her play. Find out why.

My personal ranking of the ten best songs from Neil Young's solo career. Covering all phases in his career, the list has picks from 1968 to 2006.

John was not just a legendary Beatles or an excellent musician. At the heart of his work is the spirit of a revolutionary artist, a visionary that influenced his generation to the farthest reaches. Truly one of the greatest persons of our time.

Beyond his recording career, Johnny Cash has published three books, wrote and produced a movie, starred in several movies, and was the host of a popular network television show.

There are no words to say about Elvis Presley that haven't already been said, so just read the list!

We see western fashion in more places now than just the dance halls. A look at both the staples of women's western fashion and the new trends.

The key to the invention of rock and roll was the development of a "personal culture," which enabled the early rockers to think and communicate differently from commonly accepted modes.

Looking for someplace to see the best live music Denver has to offer? Look no further.

Great live music is plentiful in Tucson, it's just a matter of knowing where to find it. Following is a listing of some smaller yet crowd-pleasing venues in town.

How To Make A Monster is a collection of early recordings, demos, rehearsals, and live performances of the historic monsters of punkabilly music, The Cramps.

Part of a longer research project that included a diverse collection of young people who are thinking about and making music today.

The Ravonettes splice together many genres, taking bits of �50s and �60s pop from the girl groups of Phil Spector along with the distinctly anti-pop guitar noise of The Velvet Underground and creates something modern.

Any true Elvis Presley fan has either been to the Graceland Mansion in Memphis, Tennessee or plans to sometime in the future.

There was a time in St. Louis that every neighborhood had a corner bar. A place that folks could walk to after work and have a cold frosty mug of cheap beer...

New Haven, CT is most famously known as the home of Yale University...and some insurance companies. Students and visitors can take in live music of a variety of genres in this city

The Glenmont Popes burn hot and fast.

Local Houston musician Sean Reefer is scheduled to play at Route 66 Classic Cafe, an up-and-coming restaurant with a sheek 50's theme and great food. The restaurant is currently looking for more local bands to play and entice new people to come in.

Whether you are looking for Country Western Music, Arts and Culture, or just a taste of the West, Austin has it all!

The mid to late 50's was a time where popular music under went a titanic shift. Rock and Roll was becoming mainstream and young up and comers became overnight sensations. One of the most famous of course was Johnny Cash....

Fantasma el Rey loves listening to this blend of country and rhythm and blues as much as The Little Willies love playing it.

The National Shrimp Festival offers its visitors arts and crafts, music, special events and of course food, namely shrimp or seafood dishes.

Capsule reviews of three CDs released in Louisiana, all featuring some of the region's legendary blues and pop/rockabillty legends

Cashiers du Cinemart's beginnings were humble… that of a very small circulation fanzine, started up to address the fact that there was a wide variety of movies out there and not all of them got equal attention from the press.

From teeny-bopper bands like the plaid-clad Bay City Rollers to solo crooners like Barry Manilow and enduring classics such as the Eagles and Chicago, the hits from the 1970's bring back easygoing times that live on only in the movies.

Pamela Anderson Lee's wedding outfit (a white bikini), Debbie Gibson's halloween Seances, and Pres. Nixon's favorite Johnny Cash tune. Learn while you laugh. A music event timeline, covering the craziness of rock history w/ some down2earth facts mixed in.