Dave Swanson is a writer and musician from Cleveland, Ohio. He has spent a lifetime obsessed with all things Rock & Roll. Dave has written for a variety of publications including Shindig!, Bucketful Of Brains, The Cleveland Scene and The Cleveland Plain Dealer. He hosts his own radio show, has promoted concerts and played in several bands including, but not limited to, Rainy Day Saints, New Salem Witch Hunters, The Cynics, Chamber Strings, Guided By Voices, Death Of Samantha, and Captain Groovy & His Bubblegum Army. Favorite bands-Cheap Trick, The Monkees, Sparks, Motorhead, Beach Boys, Rockpile, XTC,Van Der Graaf Generator, Sweet, Bob Dylan,etc. Favortie color- paisley. Sign-Scorpio. Favorite Movies-Love And Death, Don't Look Back & Beyond The Valley Of The Dolls. Political party-Mod & Rocker. Religion-Rock & Roll. His biggest regret is having no regrets. If not playing, writing, reading about, listening to, or discussing music, he is most likely dead.
Dave Swanson
In Defense Of … The Ramones’ ‘Pleasant Dreams’
By the time the '80s started rolling, the Ramones were in an odd place.
U2 Might Release a New Album in 2014 After All
After a series of starts and stops, U2 could be ready to release its new album in late 2014.
Scorpions’ ‘Rock You Like A Hurricane’ Featured in Ad for High-Fiber Cookies
The Scorpions' signature hit 'Rock You Like a Hurricane' is featured in a television commercial for Fiber One's new line of cookies.
Oasis Reissuing ‘(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?’ With Tons of Extras
Even though there isn't a reunion planned to mark the 20th anniversary of Oasis this year, the band is hard at work combing its vaults for the Chasing the Sun reissue series.
How the Jeff Beck Group Came Roaring Back With ‘Beck-Ola’
All the players fit together perfectly, and the sound and vibe they created was thrilling.
Todd Rundgren and Utopia Release ‘Live At The Electric Ballroom’
A two-CD concert from 1978 has recently been unearthed.
Iggy Pop Featured in New Ad Campaign for Amnesty International
The legendary Iggy Pop is featured in a new anti-torture campaign ad for Amnesty International.
Judas Priest Tease New Album With ‘Battle Cry’ Song Snippet
The group have offered another sample from 'Redeemer of Souls.' This time it's 'Battle Cry.'
Under Cover: The Jesus and Mary Chain Get the Barnyard Blues
Never a band to shy away from a challenge, the Jesus and Mary Chain put their own stamp on any cover song they tackled.
Poison’s ‘Nothin’ But A Good Time’ Featured In New Hardees Ad
The 'Open Up and Say Ahh!' favorite went to No. 6 on the Billboard charts in the spring of 1988.
Nik Turner’s Hawkwind Returns To The U.S. For ‘Space Ritual 2014′ Tour
The Hawkwind woodwind player will tour the U.S. designed to replicate their tour behind 1972's 'Space Ritual.'
Watch Jack White Debut a New Song in Concert
In between all of the recent arguments and apologies, it's kinda easy to forget that Jack White has a new album coming out real soon.