Fortune 410 was the fourth release by Donnie Iris And The Cruisers. The title of the album is a reference to the trademark glasses Iris wears, Fortune 410's. On the UK and Scandinavia releases of the album the tracks are in a different order than all other releases. More»
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Donnie Iris – Fortune 410 (1983) (West German press, vinyl-rip) mp3+flac
Jul 12, 2019 22:38
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Various Artists – Classic Rock #018, Classic Cuts No.14 (2000)
Jul 6, 2019 00:02
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In September 2000 Classic Rock Magazine issue #18 was published featuring Classic Cuts No.14. The compilation cd composed of the usual mix of well established artist and the lesser known.
Tommy Shaw – Live In Japan (1986) (Japan release, vinyl-rip) mp3+flac
Jul 1, 2019 07:38
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Recorded Live At FM Tokyo Hall. Beside Tommy Shaw (Vocals, Guitars) the band is Richie Cannata (Saxophone, Keyboards), Steve Holley (Drums, Percussion), Brian Stanley (Bass) and Brett Tuggle (Keyboards).
This mini album has only been released on vinyl in Japan in 1986. More»
Blackboard Jungle – I Like It Alot (1992)
Jun 29, 2019 23:43
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Formed at the beginning of the 1990's out of members of Filthy Rittz, Blackboard Jungle became one of the most talked about bands on California's Sunset Strip rock scene. The lineup at this point consisted of Kenny Price (Vocals), Dave Zink (Guitars), Britt (Bass), and Joel Faith (Drums). More»
Icon – 1984: Live Bootleg (1999)
Jun 29, 2019 22:46
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Recorded December 30, 1984 at Graham Central Station in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In 1984, Icon released their self-titled debut, Icon and toured heavily to support it. The tour set list featured quite a few new songs intended for the next album (Night of the Crime) as well as a few covers. More»
Blackboard Jungle – Last… But Not Lost (2001)
Jun 29, 2019 09:06
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In 1995 guitarist Dave Zink had left Blackboard Jungle while original drummer Joel Faith had rejoined the band. The band recruited Death Valley Jupiter guitarist Steve Olivero to fill the opening and recorded a new album titled "Last... But Not Lost." These songs had a slightly darker and more alternative feel to them compared to the "I Like It Alot" album from a few years prior. More»
Various Artists – Classic Rock #135, Heavy Blues (2009)
Jun 29, 2019 02:29
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Classic Rock Magazine issue #135 was published September 2009. The compilation cd included was dedicated to upcoming artists playing blues.
Icon – Icon (1984)
Jun 29, 2019 02:11
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Originally known as The Schoolboys in 1979 (maybe earlier), Icon was formed in 1981, in Phoenix, Arizona by high school friends Dan Wexler (guitar), Stephen Clifford (lead vocals) and Tracy Wallach (bass). They were joined by Dave Henzerling (guitar) and John Covington (drums). More»
Restless Heart – Restless Heart (1985) (Canadian press, vinyl-rip) mp3+flac
Jun 25, 2019 23:55
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Restless Heart is an American country music band established in 1984. The band was established by record producer Tim DuBois, who wanted to create a studio band for the recording of songwriting demos. Between 1984 and 1998, Restless Heart recorded for RCA Records Nashville. More»
Various Artists – Classic Rock #017, Classic Cuts No.13 (2000)
Jun 24, 2019 22:58
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Classic Rock Magazine issue #17 was published August 2000. The magazine included Classic Cuts No.13
Donnie Iris – No Muss…No Fuss (1985) (US press, vinyl-rip) mp3+flac
Jun 19, 2019 00:07
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Though released as a Donnie Iris album, the musicians all are credited as members of The Cruisers. Donnie Iris And The Cruisers was dropped by MCA in 1984. The band signed with the small HME Records label. Their next album, No Muss...No Fuss, released in 1985, continued the trend set by Fortune 410 by charting at #115 with the single "Injured in the Game of Love". More»
David Lasley – Missin’ Twenty Grand (US press, vinyl rip) (1982) mp3+flac
Jun 16, 2019 07:13
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Lasley started his music career in his teens, forming a singing group with his sister and achieving some success in the Detroit area. In 1970 he joined the cast of Hair, performing first in Detroit and then on tour. This led to a move to New York City, and performances on and off-Broadway. Lasley started his career as a back-up singer at this time. Along with Vandross, he performed on many of Chic's and Sister Sledge's recordings. More»