KFOG takes a look at the upcoming Treasure Island Music Festival for 2016, including need-to-know Bay Area artists set to perform.
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CAKE Lead Singer John McCrea Rants During Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Set
Cake lead singer John McCrea had plenty to say during the band’s performance at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass last Sunday night… Between hit song like “The Distance” and “Short Skit/Long Jacket,” McCrea rambled and ranted, and spouted off a lot of remarks that could be interpreted as either serious, sarcastic, or super cynical. Click here for more.
LISTEN: Pat Monahan of Train Stops By
Pat Monahan of Train recently stopped by the KFOG Studio to hang with Mornings on KFOG to talk about Train’s new single and upcoming album. You can also listen to Train’s new single “Play That Song”, out now:
LISTEN: Melissa Etheridge Calls In To Mornings On KFOG
This morning, Melissa Etheridge called in to Mornings On KFOG to talk to about her new album, “Memphis Rock and Soul”: “Memphis Rock and Soul” comes out on October 7th, but here’s a little sample:
President Obama Announces “South By South Lawn Festival”
President Barack Obama announced that he will host his very own music festival on the south lawn of the White House on October 4th. The event, titled “South by South Lawn” revealed some of the musicians, actors, and speakers set to appear: The Lumineers and Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings headline, along with Leonardo DiCaprio there to premiere…
10th Anniversary Outsidelands 2017 Dates Announced
Ranger Dave, the all knowing ambassador for the annual Outsidelands Music Festival at Golden Gate Park, recently tweeted out a “Save the Date” post giving dates for the Festival’s 10th Anniversary weekend… so mark your calendars, and be sure to keep checking the Outsidelands website for updates and lineup announcements! In case you didn’t get a chance…
WATCH: Oasis Documentary “Supersonic” Releases Trailer & Screening Event
A new documentary about the band Oasis has been set for a one night only theatrical event on October 26. SUPERSONIC, is from the Academy Award® winning producers of AMY and SENNA, and tells the true story of the meteoric rise, chaotic reign, and epic explosion of the legendary rock band Oasis brothers Noel & Liam Gallagher. Check out the…
WATCH: Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day Starring In New Movie
A new trailer for the new film “Ordinary World” was just released, and it features a leading role with Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong. It’s a story about an aging musician, and he co-stars with comedian Fred Armisen and actress Selma Blair: The movie originally premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and it will be released on DVD and as…
The 25 Nastiest Rock Feuds
Loudwire.com recently put together a list of the 25 Nastiest Rock Feuds. Here are a few of the highlights: Dave Mustaine vs. Metallica: Dave was IN Metallica, but they fired him in 1983, before they got big. They sort of made up during the filming of the documentary “Some Kind of Monster”. Axl Rose vs. Slash: …
WATCH: Richie Sambora Releasing Album With His Girlfriend Orianthi
Richie Sambora is releasing a new album with his Girlfriend, fellow guitarist Orianthi… and they’ve released a video with a little preview for their fans: Check out the full article about their new album here.