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70 years of Sun Records discussed by Peter Guralnick, co-author of new retrospective
The Tennessean via Yahoo News· 2 years agoRock 'n' roll is well shy of the tenure of blues and country in the annals of American popular...
'The Birth of Rock 'n' Roll': New book explores Sun Records' legacy, Sam Phillips' impact
The Commercial Appeal via Yahoo News· 1 year agoIn March of 1952, Sam Phillips put out the first release on Sun Records: “Drivin' Slow,” an...
Here's why a former Topekan is thrilled 'Mr. Lonely' is finding so much company on Spotify
The Topeka Capital-Journal via Yahoo News· 9 months agoA sad ballad Jerry Dycke recorded in late 1967 while living in Topeka and working for Memphis-based...
J.M. Van Eaton dies: Sun Records drummer played with Jerry Lee Lewis, Billy Lee Riley, more
The Commercial Appeal via Yahoo News· 4 months agoOne of the last surviving figures from the golden age of Memphis’ Sun Records, drummer J.M. "Jimmy"...
Sam Phillips' son Jerry talks about his father, Sun Records and Memphis' rock 'n' roll legacy
The Tennessean via Yahoo News· 1 year agoNashville's Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum has re-opened after flooding at the adjacent Municipal...
'Sounds like Memphis': Iconic Stax recording console finds new home at Sam Phillips studio
The Commercial Appeal via Yahoo News· 1 year agoTwo history-making Memphis institutions are coming together as part of a new musical future. On...
RAMBLIN: Sam Phillips: Bringing the Sun to rock 'n' roll
McAlester News-Capital, Okla. via Yahoo News· 1 year agoJan. 8—Seeing that Sun Records owner and rock 'n' roll pioneer Sam Phillips would have been 100 on Jan. 5 reminded me of an experience I once had regarding the vaunted record label. I remember ...
Paul Rodgers announces first album of new and original material this century
Louder Sound via Yahoo News· 11 months agoPaul Rodgers seated at a grand piano wearing sunglasses Former Free and Bad Company frontman Paul...
Well noted: A selection of some music-themed gifts this year
Associated Press via Yahoo News· 2 years agoHere are some outstanding vinyl box sets for lovers of Neil Young, Billie Holiday and Ella...
Interview: "I am really still a student of blues and soul" – the remarkable return of Paul Rodgers
MusicRadar via Yahoo News· 8 months agoPaul Rodgers. A singer's singer, Paul Rodgers continues to resonate with generations 54 years on...