Sterling Whitaker is a Nashville-based musician and music journalist. He is the author of two books: 'Unsung Heroes of Rock Guitar' and 'The Grand Delusion: The Unauthorized True Story of Styx.' He has appeared as a guest on VH1, BBC Radio and radio all over North America. Whitaker is also very involved in animal rescue.
Sterling Whitaker
Neil Young Becomes a Twitter Sensation
Legendary rocker Neil Young might not be the first guy you'd think of in terms of social media trendsetters, and with cheerful little ditties like 'The Needle and the Damage Done,' he might not make anyone's list of the funniest guys in the music business, either. But the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer proved to be both on Wednesday afternoon (Oct. 24), when he took to Twitter for an hour-long online
Jimmy Page Working on New Music
It's been quite a while since Jimmy Page fans have had any new studio music from the reclusive musician, but it looks like the wait may be almost over. In a new interview, the groundbreaking Yardbirds and Led Zeppelin guitarist reveals that he is working on some new music that could possibly see release by the end of 2013.
Aerosmith Premiere New Track ‘Out Go the Lights’
The release of Aerosmith's 'Music From Another Dimension' is just weeks away, and the new music has been leaking a little bit at a time. Now fans can hear another new track, 'Out Go the Lights,' through an exclusive premiere at Rolling Stone.
Black Sabbath Assembling 15 Songs for New Album
It's no secret that the members of Black Sabbath have been in the studio recording their first album with Ozzy Osbourne since 1978's 'Never Say Die!' According to a new report, the group are partway through the recording of 15 new tracks, 12 of which will comprise the album that the band hope to release next year.
Peter Frampton Documenting FCA! 35 Tour With New Release
Grammy-winning guitarist Peter Frampton celebrated the 35th anniversary of his seminal live album 'Frampton Comes Alive!' with a tour in 2011 and again with select dates in 2012. Now the legendary musician will document those shows with the release of 'FCA! 35 Tour: An Evening With Peter Frampton,' which is slated to arrive on DVD, Blu-ray and CD on Nov. 13 via Eagle Rock Entertainment.
Doobie Brothers Releasing ‘Let the Music Play’ Documentary on Nov. 13
The Doobie Brothers have enjoyed more than four decades of hit records and world tours, and now the group will chronicle their musical adventures in a new documentary. 'Let the Music Play' is slated for release on DVD, Blu-ray and digital video on Nov. 13 via Eagle Rock Entertainment.
Beatles Penis Painting Defaced at Liverpool Gallery
It looks like art buyers in England might not be able to get their hands on the Beatles' genitalia anymore. An exhibit depicting the penises of the Beatles (an image of which can be seen here) has been defaced while on display at the Museum of Liverpool, putting an upcoming auction at risk.
Ritchie Blackmore ‘Couldn’t Care Less’ If Deep Purple Make Hall of Fame
After years of being completely overlooked by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, pioneering hard rockers Deep Purple received word last week that they are among the nominees this year. But if you're hoping for an epic reunion jam on 'Highway Star' at this year's ceremony, not so fast -- in a new interview, former Purple guitarist Ritchie Blackmore says he has no interest in whether the band is induct
New Music Releases – November 2012
The November 2012 New Music Releases schedule shows that it's going to be quite a happy Thanksgiving for classic rock fans, who will be celebrating the arrival of one of the most highly-anticipated rock albums of the year with the Nov. 6 release of Aerosmith's 'Music From Another Dimension.' More than a decade in the making, the album reunites the legendary rockers with producer Jack Douglas ('Toy
Rolling Stones 2012 Tour Tickets on Sale This Weekend?
The Rolling Stones are performing select dates in 2012 in celebration of their 50th anniversary, and tickets for several of the concerts will reportedly go on sale beginning this weekend.