Today's Tune: "Free Man" By Angel Witch

Angel Witch group photo from first album, 'Angel Witch' (1980).

Patrick McGoohan (March 19, 1928 - January 13, 2009) was born on this day, in 1928. In remembrance of the American (US)-born Irish actor, it's to him that this 'Today's Tune' is dedicated.

McGoohan's family moved back to Ireland shortly after his birth and later moved to England, where he would eventually get into the acting business. Early on, McGoohan worked in the theatre end of the industry. Later, he made his way to television and film.

Patrick McGoohan became famous and most well known for two similar television roles. In the early and mid 1960's, he played a spy named John Drake in the popular show called 'Danger Man'. Later on however, it is his 17 episode show titled The Prisoner that became a cult classic.

By the time McGoohan decided he wanted to quit 'Danger Man', he was offered the lead role in 'The Prisoner'. He played a secret agent, who was kidnapped and taken to a very mysterious and strange village while unconscious. He wakes up not knowing where he is, or who is really running the place. His character only knows they won't let him leave, and what they want from "Number 6" (as he is called) is "Information".

The Prisoner - Series Trailer

The show was filmed in the North Wales Italianate style seaside village of Portmeirion. Having been there back in 1992 myself, I assure you that it is real, and not just a temporary set. My visit occurred while I was on a trip with an American (US) based Doctor Who fan club. I believe "The Friends Of Doctor Who" were the largest club in the States, at the time.

McGoohan's charater was forever trying to outsmart his captors and make his escape from the village. He aimed to once again be a "Free Man". With that in mind, the song "Free Man" (1980), from Gothic-Metal British head-bangers Angel Witch, is my choice for this 'Today's Tune' post. It was originally released on the band's self-titled debut album, in March of 1980.

Angel Witch - "Free Man" (1980)



Angel Witch - "Free Man" Live March 9, 2012

Today's Tune: "Are You Ready" By Thin Lizzy

Scott Gorham playing guitar solo on stage with Thin Lizzy.
Photo © Scott Uchida / Thin Lizzy

Happy Birthday to Scott Gorham! Born on March 17, 1951, Gorham is an American (US) guitarist and songwriter, and is best known for his time with the classic rock band Thin Lizzy. Therefore, our Today's Tune for today comes from that group's lengthy and great catalog.

Scott Gorham was not a founding member of Thin Lizzy, but he has spent as much time with them as most. He is also more connected with them, and was one of their biggest creative parts, during some of their most creative periods.

Other artists and bands with which Gorham participated with over the years include Pat Travers, Supertramp, Asia and Rollins Band. Coming up in a couple months, he will be associating with yet another band, sort of.

A new rock band named Black Star Riders, which is really the current Thin Lizzy members under a different name, are scheduled to release their debut album in May 2013. 'All Hell Breaks Loose' will contain material that had originally been considered for inclusion as new Thin Lizzy product.

Scott Gorham on Thin Lizzy / Black Star Riders in Oct. 2012 Planet Rock Interview

For the Today's Tune, I've chosen a Thin Lizzy track titled "Are You Ready". Yes, it is a question. I don't know why bands and record companies have some sort of aversion to using a question mark (?), or other proper punctuation, but there it is. By the way, I'm not claiming to be perfect, myself. This is a good, rocking track, so please enjoy.

Thin Lizzy - "Are You Ready" Live in 1981



Thin Lizzy - "Are You Ready" and Jailbreak" Live in 2012
'Under The Bridge in Chelsea, London'

March 2013 Concerts And Events In Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania And Washington, DC

The following is a current list of some of the real music concerts, funny stand-up comedy performances and other celebrity appearances scheduled to take place during March 2013, at venues in the Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Washington, DC areas.


March 14, 2013

Ron White at Strand Theatre of Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center
in York, PA - 7:00 PM EDT Tickets

Ron White at Strand Theatre of Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center
in York, PA - 10:00 PM EDT Tickets

The Average White Band at Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis, MD - Tickets

NSO with The Chieftains: Lucky You at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts in Washington, DC - Tickets


March 15, 2013

The Average White Band at The Birchmere Music Hall in Alexandria, VA - Tickets

NSO with The Chieftains: Lucky You at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts in Washington, DC - Tickets


March 16, 2013

Lewis Black at Modell Performing Arts Center at The Lyric in Baltimore, MD - Tickets

The Average White Band at The Birchmere Music Hall in Alexandria, VA - Tickets

NSO with The Chieftains: Lucky You at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts in Washington, DC - Tickets


March 17, 2013

The Marshall Tucker Band at Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis, MD - Tickets


March 20, 2013

George Thorogood and The Destroyers at Strand Theatre of Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center in York, PA - Tickets


March 21, 2013

Jefferson Starship perform entire Surrealistic Pillow album at The Howard Theatre
in Washington, DC - Tickets

Lewis Black at the Hershey Theatre in Hershey, PA - Tickets


March 22, 2013

Bobby Vinton at the American Music Theatre in Lancaster, PA - Tickets


March 28, 2013

Faster Pussycat at the House Of Rock in Whitemarsh, MD - Tickets

NSO with Arabella Steinbacher: at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts
in Washington, DC - Tickets


March 29, 2013

Kix, Convictus, Baby Jane and The Allstars at the Empire in Springfield, VA - Tickets

NSO with Arabella Steinbacher: at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts
in Washington, DC - Tickets


March 30, 2013

NSO with Arabella Steinbacher: at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts
in Washington, DC - Tickets

*All details are subject to change!

Today's Tune: "Napoleon Bona-Part One" And "Napoleon Bona-Part Two" By Budgie

Cover of Budgie's 1975 albun 'Bandolier'

Napoléon Bonaparte (August 15, 1769 – May 5, 1821) was Emperor of France from 1804 to 1815. However, as the title of this 'Today's Tune' post might suggest, his reign wasn't one long and smooth run.

The French military and political leader ruled over his people through a lot of successful battles and war. Bonaparte is considered a military genius and great strategist by many, as he was during his time as a military leader. He would sometimes tend to go a bit to far in his relentlessness though, which eventually got him into trouble, and people began to turn against him.

One such time came during the War of the Sixth Coalition. Napoléon and his forces had won some battles, but they were losing ground overall. After Coalition forces had captured the capital city of Paris and the French were in a bad position, Bonaparte demanded his men march on the city to take it back. This command led to a mutiny, and eventually as punishment, Napoléon Bonaparte was exiled to the Mediterranean island of Elba, Italy as part of the Treaty of Fontainebleau.

His people ended up under the control of King Louis XVIII, and the rules of the treaty were blatantly disregarded. On February 26, 1815, Napoléon Bonaparte escaped from Elba, and made his way back to France within a couple days. Louis XVIII found out most of his soldiers, including the ones sent to intercept Bonaparte, were happy to welcome back Napoléon. King Louis XVIII fled the country, and by March 20, Napoléon Bonaparte was back in power. This stint would not last long though, and is known as the Hundred Days.

Bonaparte and his army were defeated by the armies of field marshals Arthur Wellesley, the first Duke of Wellington and Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher at the Battle of Waterloo. Louis XVIII would then be restored to the throne of France.

Today is February 26th, the same date as the day Napoléon Bonaparte escaped from Elba and headed back to France for another run on the throne, leading me to choose the aptly named two-parter from the (mostly) Welsh rockers Budgie. This 'Today's Tune' is a double feature of "Napoleon Bona-Part One" and "Napoleon Bona-Part Two".

Budgie - "Napoleon Bona-Part One" and "Napoleon Bona-Part Two" (1975)



Budgie - "Napoleon Bona-Part One" and "Napoleon Bona-Part Two" Live (2009)

February 2013 Concerts In Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania And Washington, DC

The following is a current list of some of the real music concerts, funny stand-up comedy performances and other celebrity appearances scheduled to take place during February 2013, at venues in the Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Washington, DC areas.


February 13, 2013

Uli Jon Roth - Sky Academy Guitar Workshop / Seminar at Sellersville Theater
in Sellersville, PA - 1:00 PM EST Tickets -- Sold Out

Uli Jon Roth - Concert at Sellersville Theater in Sellersville, PA - 8:00 PM EST Tickets


February 14, 2013

Cal Ripken, Jr., “Iron Man” at Weinberg Center For The Arts in Frederick, MD - Tickets


February 15, 2013

The Smithereens at Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis, MD - 6:30 PM EST Tickets
and 9:30 PM EST Tickets

Nick Offerman at Warner Theatre in Washington, DC - 8:00 PM EST Tickets
and 10:30 PM EST Tickets

BSO - All Wagner at Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore, MD - Tickets


February 16, 2013

BSO - All Wagner at The Music Center At Strathmore in North Bethesda, MD - Tickets


February 17, 2013

BSO - All Wagner at Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore, MD - Tickets


February 20, 2013

Ina Garten, "The Barefoot Contessa" at Strand Theatre of Strand-Capitol
Performing Arts Center in York, PA - Tickets


February 21, 2013

NSO with Renaud Capuçon at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts
in Washington, DC - Tickets


February 22, 2013

NSO with Renaud Capuçon at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts
in Washington, DC - Tickets


February 23, 2013

NSO with Renaud Capuçon at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts
in Washington, DC - Tickets


February 28, 2013

BSO - Mozart: Requiem at The Music Center At Strathmore
in North Bethesda, MD - Tickets

Bebel Gilberto at 9:30 Club in Washington, DC - Tickets

NSO with Pekka Kuusisto at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts
in Washington, DC - Tickets

*All details are subject to change!

Today's Tune: "Rise Brother Rise" By Soulnaturals Featuring Lotus D

Ray Lewis brings trophy into home stadium rally, after parade - Baltimore, MD February 5, 2013.
Photo © Baltimore Ravens.

Lately, I've been getting into a lot of Soul and R & B music. More particularly, I have been checking out artists and bands within these genres of music, that are of British origin. One of my favorite British groups to listen to right now are the Soulnaturals, especially when featuring singer Lotus D at the lead. Read on to find out why they were chosen for this 'Today's Tune' post, here at Junior's Eyes.

I live in an area near Baltimore, Maryland, in the United States. Therefore, it's impossible for me to not be aware of the Baltimore Ravens, our local NFL team. I would have to describe myself as being an extremely casual fan of American football, at least until my local team gets into the playoffs. Of course, I watched the Super Bowl on Sunday.

Obviously, I was rooting for the Ravens. Defenseman Ray Lewis has been one of the team's most respected leaders, and the incredibly popular player had announced weeks ago he was to retire after this season. So for that and many other reasons, I was very hopeful that he and the Ravens could go all the way, and win Super Bowl XLVII. I was so glad that they did win, and are now the Super Bowl champions, for a second time. See Ray's tweet from the plane ride home. It was fun to see who else was joining in, and showing interest, too.

Good luck today to both competing USA squads in your local version of the Grey Cup.#playsafe#fairness#hydrate#huddleupcuddleup

— Brent Butt (@BrentButt) February 3, 2013

For me, the song that kept coming to mind during the playoffs and championship game, was "Rise Brother Rise". It's the latest single by the Soulnaturals, featuring Lotus D, and it's our chosen track for this 'Today's Tune'. Their London, England recording label, British Soul Standard, even chimed in on the Superbowl via Twitter.

How many of you are watching the #superbowl tonight? Who are you supporting??? #Ravens!!!

— BritishSoulStandard (@BritSoul) February 3, 2013

I tweeted the audio shortly before the game. Yes, I'm on the Twitter, now! Anyway, here it is, followed by the official video.

#RayLewisRise Brother Rise and Claim Your Prize!Soulnaturals feat. Lotus Dsoundcloud.com/soulnaturals/r…Go Ravens!#Ravens#RavensTalk

— Dan, Jr. (@DanJunr) February 3, 2013

Soulnaturals Featuring Lotus D - "Rise Brother Rise"

Ray Lewis does his game day dance at home stadium rally, after parade - Baltimore, MD February 5, 2013.

Today's Tune: "The Warrior" By Scandal

Sarah Jane Smith (Elisabeth Sladen) and the Doctor (Jon Pertwee)
wrestle with a Sontaran in 'Doctor Who' - "The Time Warrior" (1973).

English actress Elisabeth Sladen was born on February 1, 1946, in Liverpool, England. Therefore, since today is the day of the year to celebrate her birthday, this 'Today's Tune' is dedicated to her.

I have always been a big fan of Elisabeth Sladen, ever since she starred in 'Doctor Who', the longest running science-fiction television show of all time and space. From 1973 to 1976, Sladen portrayed an investigative-reporter named Sarah Jane Smith, the most popular of all the many companions that 'the Doctor' ever had. Sarah Jane is the role Elisabeth Sladen is most remembered for. She then reprised the role a few times, including in the 'Doctor Who' spin-offs, 'K-9 And Company' and 'The Sarah Jane Adventures'. Unfortunately, Sladen died from cancer on April 19, 2011, at the age of 63.

The very first story that included the Sarah Jane Smith character was called "The Time Warrior", which originally aired in four episodes, from December 15, 1973 to January 5, 1974. This story's title led to my choice of musical track for today.

Doctor Who - Sarah Jane Smith quizzes the Doctor in "The Time Warrior"

The American (US) band Scandal, fronted by singer Patty Smyth, released a song called "The Warrior" in August, 1984. It comes from the album of the same name, also released in August of 1984.

Scandal were popular for a few years, 1981 - 1985, creating a few hits before splitting up. They reunited in 2004, and have continued to tour off and on since then. Band members have changed over the years.

Scandal - "The Warrior" (1984)
Original official video reminds me of the musical, 'Cats'. How 'bout you?


Scandal - "The Warrior" At Gilford 2007
Lookout, someone's drunk (and hot) mom is singing karaoke!



Scandal - "The Warrior" at 'Alive At Five' Albany, NY 2012
Hey, someone's drunk (and hot) mom returns for more karaoke!

Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival 2012

The Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival for 2012 will be held at Sandy Point State Park in Annapolis, Maryland this weekend. On each day of this non-profit charitable event, the gates will open at 10:30 AM EDT. On Saturday (May 19th), the live music will be performed from 11:00 AM EDT to 9:00 PM EDT, and on Sunday (May 20th) from 11:00 AM EDT to 8:00 PM EDT.

The weather for this weekend is supposed to be absolutely beautiful. So, why not go help out some people that can really use it, while grooving to some awesome music performed live by the Chesapeake Bay. This event is produced by Chesapeake Bay Events (a non-profit corporation), who contribute the money they take in to End Hunger, We Care and Friends, The Johns Hopkins Cleft and Craniofacial Center and Special Love.

For ticket information, directions, a festival grounds map and a list of the event's 15 bands and artists, visit the official website at BayBlues.org.

May 2012 Concerts In Maryland, Virginia And Washington, DC

Here is a current list of some of the music and stand-up-comedy performances scheduled for the rest of May 2012, at venues in the Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC areas.


May 18, 2012

Styx, REO Speedwagon and Ted Nugent at Jiffy Lube Live
in Bristow, VA - Concert Tickets, Premium / VIP Tickets

Brian Regan at Warner Theatre in Washington, DC - Tickets


May 19, 2012

Brian Regan at Warner Theatre in Washington, DC
- 7:00 PM EDT Tickets / 9:30 PM EDT Tickets

National Philharmonic: Martyrdom of St. Sebastian by Debussy
at The Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda, MD - Tickets


May 24, 2012

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's 9th Symphony
at Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore, MD - Tickets


May 25, 2012

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's 9th Symphony
at Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore, MD - Tickets


May 26, 2012

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's 9th Symphony
at The Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda, MD - Sold Out


May 29, 2012

Steve Winwood and Bobby Long at the Filene Center of Wolf Trap
in Vienna, Virginia - Tickets


May 31, 2012

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3
at The Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda, MD - Tickets

*All details are subject to change!

Today's Tune: "(I'm Not) Born To Lose" By Black Sabbath

This is what I want to see after Game 7 on May 12, 2012!
Photo by Bruce Bennett / Getty Images after Game 2 win on April 30, 2012.

There is a song that has played in my head many times since my NHL team, the Washington Capitals, made it into the 2012 Stanley Cup Playoffs. I think it fits the frame of mind that this team has right now, and I feel it too.

It's a Black Sabbath track titled "(I'm Not) Born To Lose" (1987). Clearly, the confidence and persistence that the Capitals have shown throughout the first two rounds, are proof that they are ready to win. They need one more (Game 7) win tonight against the New York Rangers to move on to round three, the Eastern Conference Finals. To have a chance at doing it, all they have to do is keep doing what they've been doing, and work together as a team.

Please enjoy this Hockey Music styled 'Today's Tune'. Dan, Jr., of Junior's Eyes, is anticipating that there are many more to come, yet.

Let's Go, Caps!



Black Sabbath - "(I'm Not) Born To Lose" (1987)



Black Sabbath - "(I'm Not) Born To Lose" Live (1987) Audio

Today's Tune: "Gonna Raise Hell" And Bonus Track "The House Is Rockin' ", By Cheap Trick

Brooks Laich and Alexander Semin celebrate game winning goal May 5, 2012.
Photo by Greg Fiume / Getty Images

Junior's Eyes offers up two songs this time. Both are originally from the Cheap Trick album, 'Dream Police' (1979).

In Washington, DC tonight, the Washington Capitals face the New York Rangers in a "must win" Eastern Conference Semifinal Game 6. My Hockey Music pick for the 'Today's Tune' is "Gonna Raise Hell". Maybe this one could be blasted away through the arena's loudspeakers just before the game, to pump up the fans and the players.

I added a bonus track, "The House Is Rockin' ", to celebrate the 62nd birthday of American rock band Cheap Trick's bass player and the song co-writer, Tom_Petersson. Happy Birthday to Tommy! It would be another good one to play at the playoff game, tonight.

Cheap Trick - "Gonna Raise Hell" from the 'Silver' DVD (2001)



Cheap Trick - "The House Is Rockin' (With Domestic Problems)"
June 15, 2011 Olympia Theatre - Dublin, Ireland Bootleg

Today's Tune: "Rock Out" By Motörhead

This is one of those dual purpose 'Today's Tune' installments. It's yet another Hockey Music post, as well as celebrating a rock 'n roller's birthday.

Back in New York for an Eastern Conference Semifinal Game 5 tonight, the Washington Capitals are looking to move ahead of the New York Rangers. They return after having alternated victories, first in New York and then in Washington, DC, putting them in a 2 - 2 tie in the playoff series.

Hopefully, we'll be celebrating a Caps win tonight. In the meantime, happy birthday to Welsh guitarist Phil Campbell! Campbell has been playing lead guitar in the iconic group Motörhead since 1984.

To set the right mood, Junior's Eyes happily presents the song "Rock Out", from the 2008 album - Motörizer.

Motörhead - "Rock Out" (2008)

Today's Tune: "I'm The Show" By Max Havoc

The Washington Capitals are at home tonight for Game 3, after having split the first two games of their semifinal playoff series (NHL) with the New York Rangers in New York, New York.

As they continue their run in the 2012 Stanley Cup Playoffs this evening, they are the show to watch, for me and many other fans. Junior's Eyes had this in mind when choosing the Hockey Music track for this 'Today's Tune'.

This time, it comes from 1980s Los Angeles, California metal band, Max Havoc. "I'm The Show" (with it's overly simplistic, yet fun lyrics) is on their only album, also called 'Max Havoc' (1983). I'm still happy to have this vinyl gem in my personal collection.

You can thank Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward for getting the band their start. Then, you can thank bad timing for their early finish. Here's hoping the Capitals have a long run in this year's post season.

Max Havoc - "I'm The Show" (1983)

Today's Tune: "I've Got To Rock (To Stay Alive)" By Saxon

The Washington Capitals are back in Boston, Massachusetts tonight, for Game 7 against the Boston Bruins. It's the last game of their quarterfinal playoff series, and if they don't come out with a win, their last game in the 2012 Stanley Cup Playoffs (NHL).

Today, Junior's Eyes offers another Hockey Music anthem type piece for this 'Today's Tune'. The Capitals are really going to have to rock against the Bruins, who won the cup last year, to continue into the next round of the playoffs. Therefore, I chose a fitting song from the British heavy metal band Saxon. "I've Got To Rock (To Stay Alive)" (Lyrics) comes from their 2007 album 'The Inner Sanctum'.

Band members at the time (and currently) of this recording were: Biff Byford (lead vocals), Paul Quinn (guitar), Nigel Glockler (drums, keyboards), Nibbs Carter (bass) and Doug Scarratt (guitar). Additional musicians on the studio album and single versions are Lemmy Kilmister (Hawkwind, Motörhead), Angry Anderson (Rose Tattoo) and Andi Deris (Helloween).

Saxon with Lemmy Kilmister, Angry Anderson and Andi Deris
"I've Got To Rock (To Stay Alive)" (2007)



Saxon - "I've Got To Rock (To Stay Alive)" Wacken Fest. 2007 DVD



Saxon - "I've Got To Rock (To Stay Alive)" Montreux Jazz Fest. 2008

Today's Tune: "We Can't Be Beaten" By Rose Tattoo

Today, shortly after 3:00 PM EDT, the Washington Capitals are at home facing the Boston Bruins in Game 6 of their Stanley Cup quarterfinal playoff series. Junior's Eyes continues with the Hockey Music theme for this 'Today's Tune'.

My track selection today has to do with the attitude the Capitals need to bring and the confidence they need to show in today's game. There is no sense in prolonging this series with the Bruins. It's time to move on. For this to happen, Washington has to believe they will win, with no doubt.

To reflect this feeling, I've picked a great tune by Australia's bluesy hard rock band, Rose Tattoo. Think it, believe it, shout it and sing it - "We Can't Be Beaten"!

Rose Tattoo - "We Can't Be Beaten" Live March 2001

Link For 1982 Studio Version / Music Video

If you want to be in my gang, stand up with me
We'll start a revolution and make the streets free
We'll never weaken, we'll give it our best
Can't be defeated, we're better than the rest

Shoulder to shoulder, we're gonna stand
We're gonna fight 'til the very last man
Can't be defeated, don't know the word
Shoulder to shoulder, we'll fight the world

We can't be beaten
What do we tell 'em, boys
We can't be beaten

There comes a time when every man must fight
When he believes in justice and right
He'll take so much 'til he'll take no more
They'll hear us comin', when they hear the mighty roar

Shoulder to shoulder, we're gonna stand
We're gonna fight 'til the very last man
Can't be defeated, don't know the word
Shoulder to shoulder, we'll fight the world

We can't be beaten
Let me hear ya
We can't be beaten
Sing it out loud
We can't be beaten
We'll tell the world
We can't be beaten

Now listen, everybody out there that really cares
We can't be beaten
You gotta realise that you're the real power
We can't be beaten
We can rule the streets
We can't be beaten
It's just up to you and me
We can't be beaten

Can't be defeated, don't know the word
Shoulder to shoulder, we'll fight the world

'Cause, we can't be beaten
Hey-hey, we can't be beaten
You've gotta believe it
We can't be beaten
They'll soon find out
We can't be beaten
No, we can't be beaten
We can't be beaten
When they hear our voice
We can't be beaten
They'll hear us comin'
We can't be beaten
We've got the cause to fight
We can't be beaten

Today's Tune: "Back In Business" By AC/DC

There are a couple reasons for the 'Today's Tune' song selection posted on Junior's Eyes today. They both have to do with my favorite NHL hockey team, the Washington Capitals.

After falling behind the Boston Bruins 2 - 1 in the first round of the 2012 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Capitals evened up the series (2-2) by winning Game 4 on Thursday. They did this without their number one center Nicklas Backstrom, due to his one-game suspension for a crosscheck.

Everything is new, evened up, reset. The Washington Capitals play Game 5 this afternoon (3:00 PM EDT), and Backstrom is back in too.

This 1985 track, by AC/DC, really fits the situation these guys are in tonight. Nicklas Backstrom and the Capitals are definitely "Back In Business" again.

"Breaking out, about to shout
Feel the need, for one more round..."



AC/DC - "Back In Business" (1985)
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"...Call me dirty, trash my name
Just tell the boys that I'm gonna be
Back in business again!..."

Black Sabbath Updates Through February 2012

Black Sabbath at album / tour press conference on November 11, 2011.
Photo Copyright © Kevin Winter / Getty Images.

There has been a lot going on with the band Black Sabbath, involving both past and present members. Some of the news has been good, some has been quite unfortunate.

Cancer has hit founding member, guitarist Tony Iommi. Reunion tour dates for 2012 have been cancelled or changed to "Ozzy and Friends" events. There was a contractual disagreement between band and founding member, drummer Bill Ward.

On to the good news. Deluxe album reissues (import only for North America) are coming on March 19th from the band Dio, which featured former Sabbath lead vocalist, the late Ronnie James Dio. Former lead singer Tony Martin has apparently got his Tony Martin era Black Sabbath music playing band, Tony Martin’s Headless Cross, gearing up to tour.

To get all the details on these happenings and more, you should visit the fan site run by Joe Siegler. It's called Black Sabbath Online, and I post links to his updates on a fairly regular basis, because he makes sure he gets the story straight. If you want unbiased, factual and accurate information on Black Sabbath, and the group's family tree, you go to Joe.

To read up on the things I've listed above in particular, this is the link to the Black Sabbath Online archive for February 2012.

Listen To New UFO Album - 'Seven Deadly'

'Seven Deadly' is the first all new studio album from veteran British (mostly) hard rock band UFO, in almost three years. It's packed with the usual great guitar riffs and several songs that are soon to be UFO classics. Songs that are begging to be played live.

The current group lineup is made up of three original members, Phil Mogg (vocals), Andy Parker (drums), and Paul Raymond (guitar, keyboards), who are joined by American musicians Vinnie Moore (guitar) and Rob De Luca (bass).

The new album, which was released in Europe at the end of February (2012), is due out in North America by mid March. UFO's European tour also starts in March 2012.

Ten of the twelve new tracks can be heard right now exclusively at EddieTrunk.com. Radio personality Eddie Trunk is most widely known for hosting the VH1 Classic talk show program, That Metal Show.

Click here to listen.