Dave Swanson is a writer and musician from Cleveland, Ohio. He has spent a lifetime obsessed with all things Rock & Roll. Dave has written for a variety of publications including Shindig!, Bucketful Of Brains, The Cleveland Scene and The Cleveland Plain Dealer. He hosts his own radio show, has promoted concerts and played in several bands including, but not limited to, Rainy Day Saints, New Salem Witch Hunters, The Cynics, Chamber Strings, Guided By Voices, Death Of Samantha, and Captain Groovy & His Bubblegum Army. Favorite bands-Cheap Trick, The Monkees, Sparks, Motorhead, Beach Boys, Rockpile, XTC,Van Der Graaf Generator, Sweet, Bob Dylan,etc. Favortie color- paisley. Sign-Scorpio. Favorite Movies-Love And Death, Don't Look Back & Beyond The Valley Of The Dolls. Political party-Mod & Rocker. Religion-Rock & Roll. His biggest regret is having no regrets. If not playing, writing, reading about, listening to, or discussing music, he is most likely dead.
Dave Swanson
The Day Ron Wood Was Saved From a Boat Fire by Paparazzi
As the otherwise mellow excursion proceeded, the Rolling Stones guitarist's yacht suddenly burst into flames.
When Jimi Hendrix, Joni Mitchell and Others Held a MLK Tribute Jam
A group of musicians were bonded together in grief after the Civil Rights leader's assassination .
48 Years Ago: The Rolling Stones Forced to ‘Spend Some Time’ With Ed Sullivan
As tough as they wanted to appear, the gritty punch of the Rolling Stones was no match for the power of Ed Sullivan.
37 Years Ago: The Sex Pistols’ First (And Last) U.S. Tour Falls Apart
"Ever get the feeling you've been cheated?" asked a weary Johnny Rotten at the conclusion of the Sex Pistols' first (and last) U.S. tour.
When the Faces Said Bye With ‘Live: Coast to Coast Overture and Beginners’
A mixed bag of concert performances, the album relied too heavily on cover songs and solo material.
When Pink Floyd Attempted to Make Music Without Instruments
The proposed LP was meant to feature a variety of household items and appliances.
A Look Back at the Faces’ Quick Demise
Many blame Rod Stewart's burgeoning solo career for ending the band's short life.
The Story of Bill Wyman’s Departure From the Rolling Stones
After playing with the band for more than 30 years, Bill Wyman walked away from the Rolling Stones in December 1992.
How the Rolling Stones Got Banned In Cleveland
The Rolling Stones' appearance in Cleveland, Ohio on Nov. 3, 1964 became the scene of a near-tragedy.
John Lennon’s ‘Paperback Writer’ Guitar Heading to Auction
The guitar John Lennon used on the recording of the Beatles' 1966 hit 'Paperback Writer' is going up for auction.