Karen 'Gilly' Laney is a freelance writer, photographer and archivist. She co-authored 'Mick Ronson The Spider With The Platinum Hair' in 2003 and fully revised and updated the biography for its second publication in 2009. As former co-president of the David Bowie fan club 'Sons Of The Silent Age' she's spent most of her life working at music and book stores, promoting, collecting and writing about rock 'n' roll. She's in love with just about everything; including Jesus, The Beatles, Andy Warhol and her husband of eleven years. She digs cats, the smell of vinyl and men who wear make-up and she'll tell you more about that at: http://www.weirdandgilly.com
Karen 'Gilly' Laney
Five Reasons We Love Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones
Brian Jones would’ve been 70 years old today (Feb. 28) had he not tragically drowned in his own swimming pool back in 1969. His mysterious death came only one month after Mick Jagger and Keith Richards sacked him from the the Rolling Stones, replacing him with Mick Taylor...
Company Holiday Party Boasts Alice Cooper and Kiss Members
Alice Cooper, members of Kiss and a host of other special guests recently performed at Dollar Loan Center CEO Chuck Brennan’s annual holiday company party in Las Vegas.
David Bowie’s ‘Starman’ Picture Disc to Drop On Record Store Day
A vinyl re-issue of David Bowie’s 1972 single ‘Starman’ will get the special treatment on Record Store Day (Apr. 21) when it’s re-released as a limited-edition picture disc.
Pink Floyd Releases Video Clip From Upcoming ‘Wall’ Box Set
Pink Floyd has launched ‘Behind The Wall Clip 1,’ a teaser from the upcoming documentary which will be available on ‘The Wall Immersion’ box set arriving Feb. 28. The use of 'Clip 1' in the title leads one to believe that other clips will follow prior to the official release.
Celebrate George Harrison’s Birthday With Some Trivia Questions
We remember George Harrison on what would’ve been his 69th birthday, Saturday, Feb.25. Widely known as the “quiet” Beatle, it was Harrison’s sense of humor that we often found the most charming. In celebration of his special day, we’ve selected a few historic yet humorous video clips for you to ponder but not before you ace this True or False trivia test.
Metallica’s ‘Orion Music + More Festival’ Promotes Diversity
Metallica’s 'Orion Music + More’ concert promotes diversity by booking an eclectic group of bands to perform during the two day music, arts and lifestyle festival. Taking place on June 23 and 24 at Bader Field in Atlantic City, N.J. the idea of Metallica organizing and headlining their own festival definitely rocks -- but apparently some fans are questioning the alt-centric lineup.
New Bruce Springsteen Song ‘Easy Money’ Revealed
Bruce Springsteen has just unveiled the new song ‘Easy Money’ from his upcoming album ‘Wrecking Ball,' which is scheduled for release in the USA on March 6. The new title is Springsteen’s 17th album to date and was launched in Paris during a recent press conference.
Kiss, ‘Rock And Roll Over’ – Classic Rock Commercials
Television commercials for record releases were the norm back in the 1970s, and Kiss put the medium to good use on the promo clip for the Nov. 11, 1976 release of 'Rock and Roll Over.'
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide – Classic Rock Edition
Our Valentine's Day gift guide is here to help you find the perfect present for the classic rock fan who's affections you're currently pursuing -- or have already captured. You'll find ideas from the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Guns N' Roses and many more, but you better hurry up because the big day is fast approaching...
Happy 64th Birthday Alice Cooper!
Alice Cooper turns 64 today (Feb. 4) and according to his website he’ll be celebrating it with family and friends in Phoenix, Ariz. When asked about his special day, Cooper said he wishes that Paul McCartney would call him and sing ‘When I’m Sixty-Four...