Van Morrison

Clear your calendars, because Warner Brothers is hoping you've got a few marvelous nights to spare for a massively expanded version of Van Morrison's 'Moondance.'

"Four to one baby / One on four / Which of these legends gets out alive?" OK, we're paraphrasing a bit, but the fact is only Van Morrison or the Doors can move onto the May 2013 Ultimate Classic Rock Hall of Fame finals, since they're pitted against each other in this week's semifinals. Each month, our readers will determine which of eight legendary artists or bands is immortalized forev

The first round of the May 2013 Ultimate Classic Rock Hall of Fame includes two '60s acts that have left an indelible influence on subsequent generations of musicians. The winner of round one will face other iconic artists to determine who'll be the third act immortalized in the Ultimate Classic Rock Hall of Fame.

Classic rock is about heavy hooks, power chords, and tight harmonies, but it’s also about letting loose and enjoying the good times — and there’s no better time than Friday evening, when we pick up our paycheck, punch out of work, and enjoy a couple days of much-needed rest and relaxation.

There was a time when a seven-minute Van Morrison song didn’t sound like an eternity. ‘Madame George,’ ‘Tupelo Honey,’ ‘Listen to the Lion,’ the live version of ‘Caravan’ – all classics that push beyond the typical radio song length.

With a catalog this deep, several standout tracks ended up on the outside looking in.

'Open the Door (To Your Heart'),' the new single by Van Morrison has been released. It's from his new album, 'Born to Sing: No Plan B,' which will be released Oct. 2 on Blue Note Records.

Van Morrison returns to the Blue Note label to release his 34th studio album, 'Born to Sing: No Plan B,' on Oct. 2. "With most record companies being so corporate I am happy to be working with Don Was and the team at Blue Note," the singer explains.

On Aug. 31, Van Morrison will be celebrating his 67th birthday. It's hard to believe that it's been 48 years since 'Van the Man' began with the group that would introduce him to the international music scene, Them.

For much of his career, Van Morrison's approach to recording and singing has often seemed more like that of a jazz musician than a rock n' roller. So it makes sense that his upcoming album, 'Born to Sing: No Plan B,' will be released October 2 on Blue Note Records, one of the most celebrated labels in jazz history.