An Invite To Readers Everywhere

It’s been a long time since those days … or at least feels like it …
And, over the past while, The Electric Eagle (usedta be The Rock Relic) has looked for a decent roost for the blog.
For a time, I’ve planted my talons here, and have really enjoyed the rock, roll and remembrances we’ve had.
But [...]

Jerry Reed 1937-2008 (and other news …)

Man, of all the stateside pickers, my fave had to be Jerry Reed.
He was more than just a guitarist … the cat was also a singer, songwriter, humorist and actor. Not only did he star with Burt Reynolds in Smokey and the Bandit but also saw Elvis, Johnny Cash and Lord knows how many others [...]

Willie and The Hand Jive

It was a classic that fooled us into thinkin’ “Bo Diddley” …
But the song, Willie and The Hand Jive, was a tremendous hit (and, really, the only big one) by the late Johnny Otis. The beat, the clapping, the catchy hook … it all fit together to make one of the best rock songs of [...]

INTERVIEW with THE FORE (Conclusion/Update)

Well, this is the last segment of the innerview with Spencer Hannabuss (bass, vocals, songwriter, founding member), Luke Bentley (rhythm, vocals), Simon Thompson (drums, vocals) and Matt Hardy (lead, vocals) — collectively, THE FORE! (no, it’s not a misspelling! You’re reading the “interview” that gives you an “inner view” of the popular lads!)
Now, The Relic’s [...]

Rock Hall of Fame … and Music for Yer Listenin’ Pleasure …

Well … they had to open a branch somewhere, didn’t they? Of course! And there must be a place that’s peaceful, scenic and easy to navigate …
Soooo … Cleveland’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame chose downtown Manhattan!!
Sounds a little weird, but it’s where the new, 25,000-square-foot annex of the Great Hall’s gonna [...]