Rolling Stone interview series Unknown Legends features long-form conversations between senior writer Andy Greene and veteran musicians who have toured and recorded alongside icons for years, if not decades. All are renowned in the business, but some are less well known to the general public. Here, these artists tell their complete stories, giving an up-close look at life on music’s A list. This edition features drummer Steve Distanislao
By the summer of 2005, drummer Steve Distanislao felt like his career had reached a pinnacle. After years of struggling to earn a living as a musician,...
By the summer of 2005, drummer Steve Distanislao felt like his career had reached a pinnacle. After years of struggling to earn a living as a musician,...
- 5/26/2024
- by Andy Greene
- Rollingstone.com
Exclusive: Shout! Studios has acquired North American rights to the music documentary Revival69: The Concert That Rocked the World, about a historic happening that’s been called “the second most important event in rock & roll history.”
Ron Chapman directed the film, which held its U.S. premiere this week at SXSW in Austin, Texas, playing in the festival’s 24 Beats Per Second section. The documentary tells “the remarkable, behind-the-scenes story of how a little known, but life-altering music festival came together — against all odds,” according to a description of the film. “Young, scrappy concert promoter John Brower puts his life on the line (literally) to turn his failing Toronto Rock n Roll Revival into a one-day event… The festival united rock legends like Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bo Diddley, and Gene Vincent, with The Doors, who were the biggest band in the world. But it was the...
Ron Chapman directed the film, which held its U.S. premiere this week at SXSW in Austin, Texas, playing in the festival’s 24 Beats Per Second section. The documentary tells “the remarkable, behind-the-scenes story of how a little known, but life-altering music festival came together — against all odds,” according to a description of the film. “Young, scrappy concert promoter John Brower puts his life on the line (literally) to turn his failing Toronto Rock n Roll Revival into a one-day event… The festival united rock legends like Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bo Diddley, and Gene Vincent, with The Doors, who were the biggest band in the world. But it was the...
- 3/17/2023
- by Matthew Carey
- Deadline Film + TV
Today, music-centric charity In Concert for Cancer (Icfc) announced its 10th Anniversary Music Celebration, taking place on Saturday, Nov. 13, at 5 p.m. Pst, which will be streamed on YouTube and Facebook.
Half of the proceeds from the virtual event will benefit the Department of Supportive Care Medicine at City of Hope, a world-renowned cancer research and treatment organization. The special anniversary concert will celebrate the music of Stevie Wonder and will feature musical luminaries Dave Koz, Mindi Abair, Kenny Lattimore, Judith Hill, Danny Seraphine and Tony Grant—backed by a world-class 12-piece band led by musical director and drummer Nisan Stewart.
“Stevie is a living legend and an inspiration to the world,” said Icfc founder Michele Abrams. “His music means so much to everyone. His songs affirm the importance and power of love, unity, community, equality and hope. We are honored to celebrate Stevie and feel that performing his songs...
Half of the proceeds from the virtual event will benefit the Department of Supportive Care Medicine at City of Hope, a world-renowned cancer research and treatment organization. The special anniversary concert will celebrate the music of Stevie Wonder and will feature musical luminaries Dave Koz, Mindi Abair, Kenny Lattimore, Judith Hill, Danny Seraphine and Tony Grant—backed by a world-class 12-piece band led by musical director and drummer Nisan Stewart.
“Stevie is a living legend and an inspiration to the world,” said Icfc founder Michele Abrams. “His music means so much to everyone. His songs affirm the importance and power of love, unity, community, equality and hope. We are honored to celebrate Stevie and feel that performing his songs...
- 10/20/2021
- Look to the Stars
Drumming royalty will gather virtually this weekend to honor late Rush member Neil Peart. The Police drummer Stewart Copeland, Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins, Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith and Chicago’s Danny Seraphine are among the artists who will pay tribute to Peart’s genius as part of a one-night-only online concert, produced by LiveXLive.
The event streams live this Saturday, September 12th, at 8 p.m. Et and will be available to watch on LiveXLive.com and Fite.tv. A ticket to the pay-per-view event costs $12.99 (tickets available here...
The event streams live this Saturday, September 12th, at 8 p.m. Et and will be available to watch on LiveXLive.com and Fite.tv. A ticket to the pay-per-view event costs $12.99 (tickets available here...
- 9/8/2020
- by Tim Chan
- Rollingstone.com
Now is the time to register for a weekend of philanthropy, music and fun hosted by Scott Medlock, an internationally renowned sports artist, and Robby Krieger, legendary guitarist for The Doors, from Oct. 27-29, in Malibu, California.
The eleventh annual Scott Medlock-Robby Krieger Golf Classic and All-Star Concert will kick off with a 20-mile Rock ‘n’ Ride on Saturday, Oct. 27, followed by the All-Star Concert at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 28, at Saddlerock Ranch and the Rock & Roll Golf Classic with a shotgun start at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 29.
Longtime friends Medlock and Krieger organized the events to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, which is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. It has become one of the largest, single event fundraisers of the year for the hospital. Thanks to generous donors, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment,...
The eleventh annual Scott Medlock-Robby Krieger Golf Classic and All-Star Concert will kick off with a 20-mile Rock ‘n’ Ride on Saturday, Oct. 27, followed by the All-Star Concert at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 28, at Saddlerock Ranch and the Rock & Roll Golf Classic with a shotgun start at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 29.
Longtime friends Medlock and Krieger organized the events to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, which is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. It has become one of the largest, single event fundraisers of the year for the hospital. Thanks to generous donors, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment,...
- 10/16/2018
- Look to the Stars
On Sunday October 29th, Topa Mountain Winery hosted the 10th Annual Concert Fundraiser for local nonprofit, Safety Harbor Kids (Shk) to support music education programs for orphans, foster and homeless children.
The event, sponsored by Ventura Land Rover Jaguar and Maserati of Bakersfield, was emceed by actor/comedian Hal Sparks and featured music by Chicago co-founder and drummer Danny Seraphine, Kiss guitarist Tommy Thayer, Jeff Beck bassist, Phil Chen, singer Tony Grant of Az Yet and Shk Music Director and band leader, Edward Roth.
The evening began with a special performance by Italian actress/singer, Maria Elena Infantino whose infectious personality and song got people out of their seats to dance. Then, as the sun set creating an Ojai “pink moment”, American Idol top four finalist Jessica Meuse took to the stage to keep the crowd going for the All Star Band to follow.
Enter The All Star Band with Danny,...
The event, sponsored by Ventura Land Rover Jaguar and Maserati of Bakersfield, was emceed by actor/comedian Hal Sparks and featured music by Chicago co-founder and drummer Danny Seraphine, Kiss guitarist Tommy Thayer, Jeff Beck bassist, Phil Chen, singer Tony Grant of Az Yet and Shk Music Director and band leader, Edward Roth.
The evening began with a special performance by Italian actress/singer, Maria Elena Infantino whose infectious personality and song got people out of their seats to dance. Then, as the sun set creating an Ojai “pink moment”, American Idol top four finalist Jessica Meuse took to the stage to keep the crowd going for the All Star Band to follow.
Enter The All Star Band with Danny,...
- 11/20/2017
- Look to the Stars
On Sunday October 29th, nonprofit Safety Harbor Kids is having their 10th Annual Concert Fundraiser to support music education programs for orphans, foster and homeless children.
Rock 'N Roll Legends Raise Funds for Music Education
The event, hosted by Topa Mountain winery in Ojai, will include sets by The Robby Krieger Band, Rock ’N Roll Hall of Fame drummer Danny Seraphine (formerly of Chicago), Kiss guitarist Tommy Thayer, singer Tony Grant of Az Yet, bassist Phil Chen and Shk Music Director Edward Roth on keys.
Robby Krieger, guitarist and founding member of The Doors wrote hits including “Light My Fire”, “Touch Me” and “Love Her Madly” among others. Danny Seraphine wrote or contributed to many of Chicago’s hits including “Lowdown”, “Street Player” and many others.
The venue, Topa Mountain Winery in Ojai, offers spacious grounds with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. VIP guests will enjoy appetizers, dinner, glass of wine,...
Rock 'N Roll Legends Raise Funds for Music Education
The event, hosted by Topa Mountain winery in Ojai, will include sets by The Robby Krieger Band, Rock ’N Roll Hall of Fame drummer Danny Seraphine (formerly of Chicago), Kiss guitarist Tommy Thayer, singer Tony Grant of Az Yet, bassist Phil Chen and Shk Music Director Edward Roth on keys.
Robby Krieger, guitarist and founding member of The Doors wrote hits including “Light My Fire”, “Touch Me” and “Love Her Madly” among others. Danny Seraphine wrote or contributed to many of Chicago’s hits including “Lowdown”, “Street Player” and many others.
The venue, Topa Mountain Winery in Ojai, offers spacious grounds with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. VIP guests will enjoy appetizers, dinner, glass of wine,...
- 9/13/2017
- Look to the Stars
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