...And now video footage from a recent episode of The Sound Of...
Segment One: The Sound Of…Sammy’s Guitar: - We welcome guitarist Sammy Boller in to challenge the panel to identify songs by listening only to the guitar solo.
Anne Carlini
Riff Sessions with Dorothy at Otus Supply
Anne Carlini talks with Royal Blood
Anne Carlini recently sat down with Royal Blood before their show with Queens of the Stone Age at a SOLD OUT Fox Theatre. Check out that chat below.
Anne Carlini checks in from Riff Fest with Chris Jericho of Fozzy
Anne Carlini talks with Chris Jericho of Fozzy at Riff Fest Anne Carlini talks with Chris Jericho of Fozzy at Riff Fest
Kid Rock opens Little Caesars Arena
One of the greats...Layne Staley
Alice In Chains Mark Layne Staley's Birthday With Tribute Video ::Alice In Chains News ::antiMusic.com Alice In Chains are streaming a video tribute to their late singer, Layne Staley, on what would have been his 50th birthday
ICYMI: Greta Van Fleet performs for WRIF Listeners at Otus Supply Company
ICYMI: Last week Frankenmuth, Michigan's own Greta Van Fleet stopped by Otus Supply Company in Ferndale, MI to perform a few songs for WRIF listeners. You can be viewed below. Don't forget these up and coming rockers will also be opening up the main stage at Riff Fest (feat. Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Halestorm,…
Greta Van Fleet performs "Highway Tune" at Otus Supply Company in Ferndale
Greta Van Fleet - Highway Tune with WRIF Greta Van Fleet performs "Highway Tune" at Otus Supply Company in Ferndale with 101 WRIF.
Chester and Chris together on stage. Be in peace....
Flashback: Chester Bennington and Chris Cornell Sing 'Hunger Strike' The shocking news of Chester Bennington's suicide is just beginning to sink in, leaving us with a lot more questions than answers along with endless heartache. The Linkin Park frontman battled addiction and depression throughout his life, but at least by outward appearances he seemed to…
New Nirvana, sorta....
Watch Previously Unreleased 1988 Nirvana Radio Shack Performance Nirvana record their first demo tape Jan. 23, 1988. The next day, the unknown band filmed a video afterhours in an Aberdeen, Washington Radio Shack, according to . Though clips of the performance have been seen before, the full 17-minute recording has never been released in its…
65,000 people break into a singalong, incredible!
A Stadium Full Of Green Day Fans Singing Along To 'Bohemian Rhapsody' Green Day played a show in London over the weekend. But while they were off stage the crowd proved they like Queen as much as they like "Dookie."
Why Kylie and Kendall Jenner are idiots.
KENDALL + KYLIE JENNER Apologize For 'Disgusting' T-Shirts Featuring OZZY OSBOURNE, METALLICA, KISS Kylie and Kendall Jenner have apologized for selling "vintage" T-shirts with the pair's faces superimposed over some of rock and rock's biggest icons. The T-shirts in question were unveiled on the sisters' Kendall + Kylie online shop Wednesday, and featured images of…
Tour bus burns to the ground.
Hundredth And Being As An Ocean's Bus Was Destroyed By Fire - News - Rock Sound Magazine Thankfully everyone is safe.
Chris Cornell's widow opens up about fateful night.
Chris Cornell's Widow Vicky Opens Up About His Addiction Battle and Final Night: 'He Didn't Want to Die' People 5 hrs ago Janine Rubenstein It's been just over a month since her husband Chris Cornell died, but time has stood still for Vicky Cornell, who can recite every single detail of that painful night. On…
Chris Cornell's last video.
Chris Cornell video for The Promise released to mark World Refugee Day Survival Pictures released the official video for Chris Cornell's song, "The Promise", on June 20 to mark World Refugee Day. The tune is the title track to the 2016 film of the same name directed by Terry George and starring Christian Bale, Oscar…
I met Gregg Allman.....
If you want to know what 'blue eye soul' sounds like, listen to Gregg Allman. He truly was one of the most soulful singers ever. I had the chance to introduce him at Harpos one night. It just happened to be the night the Tigers won the world series. The crowd erupted when I walked…
Serj delights fans with this Cornell tribute.
Serj Tankian recently said he "was disappointed" there was no progress on new System of a Down music. However, he did surprise fans with this tribute to the late Chris Cornell. Watch Pro-Shot Footage Of SERJ TANKIAN's 'Like A Stone' Performance With Surviving Members Of AUDIOSLAVE SYSTEM OF A DOWN frontman Serj Tankian joined PROPHETS…
the last time Eddie sang with Chris.....
Eddie Vedder was waiting in the same studio that Chris Cornell was recording 'Hunger Strike' . Eddie was about to audition for a band that would eventually become Pearl Jam. Chris was having trouble singing the low parts of the song. Bravely, Eddie took over and improvised the low part allowing Chris to wail on…
This is the beauty of Chris Cornell...
I had a few rough moments with Chris during an interview, but what I choose to remember is the angelic beauty of his voice. Singing a song and interpreting a song can be a very different experience. When Chris Cornell sang he took you with him on his journey. Sometimes very dark but always moving.…
Paul McCartney is a pirate! No, really he's one of the Pirates of the Caribbean....
Sir McCartney is virtually unrecognizable as a card carrying pirate..... Paul McCartney Reveals 'Pirates of the Caribbean' Character Paul McCartney, who filmed a cameo for the upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales , debuted his character in full swashbuckler regalia on social media Saturday. In a promo photo captioned #PiratesLife, McCartney…
Linkin Park uses all their god given talent to sing about soup in a cup!
Don't miss the Cheetos song near the end! Watch Linkin Park Sing Songs About Food - News - Rock Sound Magazine Brilliant. Linkin Park's new album ' One More Light' is released this Friday, May 19. Check out the track 'Good Goodbye' featuring Pusha T and Stormzy below. The band will hit the UK for…
Just in case you missed it live, Metallica's rehearsal for Hardwired tour!
Metallica's going all out for their fans on this tour. Here's an inside look at the rehearsal for their North American tour, which by the way stops here July 12th ! Watch Footage of Metallica's Final Rehearsal Before Their U.S. Tour Metallica invited a few hundred friends to the final rehearsal for the North American…
Linkin Park and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar hit the court!
Linkin Park goes heavy on the rap-rock sound and heavy on the special effects...... See Linkin Park, Pusha T, Stormzy on Stark Basketball Court in New Video Linkin Park enlisted Pusha T, the English grime MC Stormzy and former NBA star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for their new "Good Goodbye" clip. In the video, Abdul-Jabbar directs a…
The Beatles meet Star Wars!
Out of everything I saw on Star Wars day (May 4) I thought this was pretty clever. May the fourth be with you! Listen to a 'Star Wars' Parody Set to the Beatles' 'Sgt. Pepper's' LP Just in time for this year's Star Wars Day, the self-proclaimed "geek parody" act Palette-Swap Ninja has unveiled an…
Local 26 yr. old musician gives music back to the kids! Awesome!
I thought this story definitely needed some more attention. All Hail! GRiZ and All Good Records for for giving back to the kids of the Motor City. Music has changed lives and you may have just changed a few more thanks to your generosity. Meet the 26-year-old artist bringing music programs back to Detroit…
The cassette is back! Thanks to Doritos and Guardians of the Galaxy!
Personally, I hated cassettes but I love Doritos! It's an awesome collection of tunes and the crunch makes it so much better. A Doritos bag is all you need to play the 'Guardians 2' soundtrack The 14-song album features '60s and '70s pop and rock songs from artists like Fleetwood Mac, George Harrison, Cheap Trick…
"Hired Guns" a story of the musicians behind the singer!
John 5, Jason, Hook , Steve Vai and so many more! 'Hired Gun' Documentary to Receive Theatrical Screening The documentary Hired Gun: Out of the Shadows, Into the Spotlight has garnered interest over the past year, putting a spotlight on session and backup musicians. After debuting at the 2016 South By Southwest Festival, the film…
Steven Tyler impersonator playing guess who in Lynyrd Skynyrd movie
So what's the connection between Aerosmith and Lynyrd Skynyrd ? This new movie explains.... Lynyrd Skynyrd Biopic Adds Steven Tyler, Joe Perry Roles (EXCLUSIVE) Neill Byrnes and Anthony Rocco Bovo will play Aerosmith rockers Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, respectively, in the Lynyrd Skynyrd biopic " Street Survivors: The True Story of the Lynyrd Skynyrd…
Learning to speak English by listening to AC/DC? It's true!
Dave & Chuck the Freak Peep Show: English with AC/DC
After 47 years "Immigrant Song ' lands on the charts, thanks to Thor!
This literally gave me chills! After hearing this song a billion times. finally visuals to Robert Plant's lyrics! Check out the trailer to 'Thor: Ragnarok" it's a perfect match-up! LED ZEPPELIN's 'Immigrant Song' Lands On 'Hot Rock Songs' Chart According to Billboard, LED ZEPPELIN's classic track "Immigrant Song" has landed on Billboard's Hot Rock Songs…
"Well, I've kinda been to space..." Auditions for Stephen Hawking's voice!
Every celebrity and then some in Hollywood tries out for the role of Stephen Hawking's new voice! Watch Stephen Hawking Audition Actors for New Voice in Hilarious Video After three decades of using the same computerized voice, Stephen Hawking searches for a fresh tone, auditioning a group of A-list actors in a hilarious clip created…
Lil Uzi Vert loves Marilyn Manson to the tune of $220,000!
Here's rapper Lil Uzi Vert's new Marilyn Manson chain, reportedly worth $220,000 It may seem unexpected, but rapper Lil Uzi Vert loves Marilyn Manson. So much so that he got a "55 carat black & white diamond Marilyn Manson pendant," according to designer Ben Baller's Instagram. Even crazier? The piece is reportedly worth $220,000 USD,…
Why we love J. Geils
There are a few bands that are connected to the history of the Riff, of course Kid Rock, Bob Seger and Uncle Ted. I would even throw Kiss and Journey in there too but, J. Geils was so Detroit, many didn't know they came from Boston. Some of you only know J. Geils from 'Love…
WRIF rocks the Grand Opening at Speedway in Howell
WRIF rocks the Fillmore for Opening Day
What! New Van Halen?!
Eddie Van Halen "Strike" Instrumental from 'The Wild Life' (Exclusive) Let's get to more of Eddie Van Halen's music from The Wild Life! Here's what we call "Strike," a short but sweet guitar track from the 1984 movie The Wild Life . This has never been heard in full until now.
WRIF rocks Old Shillelagh with Red Bush
WRIF rocks Hamlin Pub in Clarkston for St. Patrick's Day
Nothing like a breakup to inspire some great tunes, new from Bush!
Video Premiere: BUSH's 'Mad Love' "Mad Love", the new video from BUSH, can be seen below. The song is taken from the band's new album, "Black And White Rainbows", which will be released on March 10.
Linkin Park and Kiiara ? Yup!
Video: LINKIN PARK Performs 'Heavy' On 'The Late Late Show With James Corden' LINKIN PARK performed its new single, "Heavy", on last night's (Monday, February 27) episode of CBS's "The Late Late Show With James Corden". The track features guest vocals from Kiara Saulters, who is best known for recording stop-motion, hip-hop-inspired electro-R&B under the…
WRIF Rocks Rightway Auto Sales
Here's what Metallica and Lady Gaga were supposed to sound like on the Grammys
RoLoad - Metallica & Lady Gaga with James' mic turned on... | Facebook Metallica & Lady Gaga with James' mic turned on and no sync issues
It's about the music....
Maybe if she concentrated on the introduction instead of her political message, she might have gotten it right. Laverne Cox Apologizes for Not Introducing Metallica at Grammys If you watched the Grammys last night, there's a lot to discuss regarding Metallica's performance with Lady Gaga. On "Music's Biggest Night," it was a particularly rough night…
Lady Gaga takes another leap with Metallica!
Lady Gaga, Metallica to Duet at Grammys Lady Gaga will join Metallica onstage at the Grammys this Sunday. On Monday, a Gaga fan site tweeted a snippet of a Grammy promo clip declaring, "Lady Gaga duets with Metallica." Rolling Stone has confirmed the collaboration. This is the latest move in an impressive week from Gaga.…
Amazing how much people will pay for memorabilia...
Get David Bowie's 'Genie' Handwriting for $50k (PHOTO GALLERY) Anyone can collect David Bowie 's music, but you know you're balling if you have the legend's handwritten lyrics ... 'cause it could cost ya $50k! A year after his death, Bowie's handwritten lyrics to " The Jean Genie" are hitting the auction block. Check out…
Metallica done with harps!
Apparently Metallica sounds good no matter how you play it! METALLICA's 'Enter Sandman' Covered By HARP TWINS (Video) Identical twins Camille and Kennerly Kitt have released a video for their cover version of the METALLICA classic "Enter Sandman". The song features Kevin Bartlett on drums. Camille and Kennerly's latest album, "Harp Attack 2", contains 14…
Corey Taylor sings Korn!
Corey Taylor of Sipknot and Stone Sour took time out of insane schedule of touring, writing books and spoken word performances to duet with Jonathon Davis of Korn on their new album. Here's the behind the scenes video.. http://gty.im/452318315 http://gty.im/452318315 http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/watch-corey-taylor-lay-down-vocals-on-korn-a-different-world-song/
Billie Joe sings without makeup!
Awesome performance by Billie Joe sans his usual eye makeup. Billie Joe Armstrong "Ordinary World" 12/21/16 - CONAN on TBS The Green Day frontman performs a song off the band's twelfth studio album, Revolution Radio. More CONAN @ http://teamcoco.com/video Team Coco is the official YouTube channel of late night host Conan O'Brien, CONAN on TBS…
Rare Alice in Chains recordings up for auction.
Hey guys check out these unreleased recordings from Layne Staley. Layne Staley, Frontman for Alice in Chains dies at Age 34 Layne Staley of Alice in Chains performing at Lollapalooza 93 at Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View Calif. on June 23rd, 1993. Photo by Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images
Gotta keep goin' with the Custom Health plan!
I'm over 30 days on my journey to drop this weight and I've hit the inevitable plateau! Talk about frustrating. For one week, no progress. Nothing. I'm ready to throw this scale into the inevitable trash! So what do I do. Not walk thru the bread dept. at the market. That actually turned into a…