EP820 Rock Stars Who Switched Instruments

On this week's podcast we tell you about 10 rock stars who put down one instrument and picked up another... and still rocked!

 

 

From the desk of Pittsburgh Kevin:

The Osmonds; Crazy Horses 45AT33, goodbye tik tok, two artist who had ghost writers, johnny winter doc, the aged great Crocodile Dundee, 

 

From the porta-john of Loudini:

Star Trek 2009, youtube stuff

 

Your Week In Rock:

Here are ten recent rock music news items that might interest you:

1. Bowling for Soup Announces 20th Anniversary UK Tour: The popular punk rock band Bowling for Soup (big hit 1985) is set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their album A Hangover You Don't Deserve with a ten-date UK tour starting in Blackpool on February 5, 2024.https://www.thesun.ie/tvandshowbiz/13776185/bowling-for-soup-major-update-tour/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

 

1. Linkin Park's New Single Climbs the Charts: Linkin Park's latest single, "The Emptiness Machine," is expected to enter the singles chart at number two, marking their highest position since 2007.
2. Isle of Wight Festival's 25th Anniversary Exhibition: A new exhibition titled "Experience 25" at London's O2 arena will celebrate the Isle of Wight Festival’s 25th anniversary, featuring iconic moments and artists from its history.
3. Texas Frontwoman Sharleen Spiteri Delivers Memorable Performance: Sharleen Spiteri of Texas recently delivered a blend of comedy and music during a show, showcasing hits from their extensive career.
4. Eric Clapton's Guitar Case Sells for £4,500 at Auction: A guitar case once used by Eric Clapton sold at an auction for £4,500, well above its estimate.
5. MGK's Drummer Rook Collaborates with Cameo for Holiday Messages: J.P. Cappelletty, known as Rook, is teaming up with Cameo to deliver personalized video messages to fans this holiday season.
6. Dom Dolla to Make Madison Square Garden Debut: Grammy-nominated DJ Dom Dolla announced he will perform at Madison Square Garden on March 7, 2025, following his sold-out show at Forest Hills Stadium.
7. Post Malone Plots 2025 Stadium Tour: Post Malone shared plans for his biggest tour to date, the "Big Ass Stadium Tour," set to kick off on April 29, 2025, in Salt Lake City, with stops in major cities across the U.S.
8. Iron Maiden Announces 'Run For Your Lives' 2025 World Tour: Iron Maiden has announced their 'Run For Your Lives' 2025 World Tour, set to kick off in early 2025.
9. Nine Inch Nails Reunites with Early Members for Special Performance: Nine Inch Nails performed a special concert in September 2022, celebrating their 2020 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, featuring early members like Richard Patrick and Danny Lohner

 

1. Kid & Carrie at Inauguration

 

1. Ringo Starr Announces 2025 Tour: At 84, Ringo Starr will embark on a ten-concert tour with his All-Starr Band, including a performance at New York's Radio City Music Hall.