Roger Waters Calls ‘B.S.’ on Dark Side of the Moon Mash Up with Wizard of Oz – Screamin’ Scott
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For years, I believed the folklore legend of Pink Floyd’s iconic album, “Dark Side of the Moon,” synchronized with the “Wizard of Oz” movie from 1939. I even tried it myself. As legend has it, you start the record after the movie’s MGM trademark Lion roars three times. I’m amazed to watch it all unfold in front of my eyes.
From the Kansas tornado with no sharks, Dorothy opens the door to a blast of color in the magical world of Oz. You then skip down the Yellow Brick Road. How could this not be planned in some way? I’m laughing hysterically!
Coincidences? Roger Waters blows my theory of over 40 years later out of the water as a total bunk. I’m devastated, as part of my childhood fun was squashed so easily. No matter, it is still fun at a party to sync up the Oz mash-up and have a little fun. This story goes back to my Jr. High School days that date back a bit. Today, there are many more stories that allegedly sync up for your entertainment. The “Matrix” is known to sync well with Metallica’s “Black” album. “Led Zeppelin IV” with J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings.” Black Sabbath’s 1970 debut with “The Exorcist.” That should keep you guys busy for a few. It looks like I have some unfinished homework to do this weekend instead of watching something really scary like the Lions.
10 Iconic Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction No-Shows
In the nearly four decades history of Rock Hall induction ceremonies, there have been a number of no-shows by inductees. Some of them were due to health or other personal reasons. Others? Not so much.
Here are ten examples of no-shows in the history of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
But First, What To Expect From The 2024 Rock Hall Induction Ceremony
There will be very few no-shows at the 2024 Rock Hall induction ceremony. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, October 19 at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio. As previously reported, the 2024 ceremony will live stream on Disney+. An edited special will air on ABC at a later date, which will be available on Hulu the next day.
This year features a diverse slate of performers being inducted. They include Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, and A Tribe Called Quest. Other artists being honored with the Musical Excellence Award and the Musical Influence Award include Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick, Norman Whitfield, Alexis Korner, John Mayall, and Big Mama Thornton.
So far, the breakdown of presenters and additional performers is proving that the 2024 induction ceremony is setting itself up to be a banner year. Here’s a breakdown of the guest lineup:
- Ozzy Osbourne will be honored with an all-star tribute that includes Billy Idol, Jelly Roll, Chad Smith, Wolfgang Van Halen, Zakk Wylde, Maynard James Keenan, Robert Trujillo, Steve Stevens and Andrew Watt. Jack Black will be doing the honors of inducting Ozzy at the Rock Hall ceremony.
- Julia Roberts will be doing the honors of inducting Dave Matthews Band. The Academy Award-winning actress starred in the band’s music video for “Dreamgirl.”
- Foreigner will be honored by an all-star tribute band featuring Slash, Sammy Hagar, Chad Smith and Demi Lovato. (Foreigner is also set to perform).
- Jimmy Buffett will also receive the all-star tribute with a performance by James Taylor, Kenny Chesney and Mac McAnally.
- Inductee Peter Frampton will be inducted by Keith Urban and Roger Daltrey. (Frampton has been confirmed to perform.)
- Chuck D will do the honors of inducting Kool & the Gang.
- Inductee Mary J. Blige will be performing at the ceremony. Honoring Blige and helping induct her into the Rock Hall are Method Man, Dr. Dre, Ella Mai and Lucky Daye.
- Busta Rhymes will be performing at the Rock Hall ceremony in honor of inductees A Tribe Called Quest.
Born in Mt Clemens, Screamin’ Scott has been a part of the Detroit airwaves for 30-plus years. With 40 years of experience in radio. When he’s not out on the streets for WCSX, you can find him devoting time to local charities with his, “Screamin Angels”; and for 16 years with Rock 4 Tots charity. And last 10 years with his local band, "Chit!." Screamin Scott likes to write about nostalgic Detroit area memories, classic rock, and local metro Detroit topics.
