If you love the Philly sound of the Delfonics check out this great new video which brings their Stop and Look sound right up to date.
Kudos goes to FuseTV for tracking this down for more info and to watch the video click here
Def Leppard Release Acoustic Medley
If you’re a Def Leppard fan then you’ll be pleased to learn that they have just released a five song acoustic medley on Itunes which they had performed on their Rock of Ages tour. The section was so popular they decided to cut it in the studio and make it available worldwide.
The seven and a half minute download will cost just $1.29
For the track listings and more info click here
End of the World Disco
If the world is going to end tomorrow according to the Mayan legend you might as well go out dancing at a 70s disco party so why not go and join the crowd at Mighty, in the San Francisco Bay area, where some of the top DJ’s will be laying down some of the grooviest 70s disco tracks and the FREE bar will be open from 9-10.
For more info click here
The Clash Live in Tokyo
The Clash were one of the better punk rock bands of the 70s and their popularity has never receded. As a treat to all you Clash fans out there here’s a video I found on Youtube of their Tokyo concerts.
The set list includes
London Calling
Safe European Home
White Man in Hammersmith Palais
Brand New Cadillac
Charlie Don’t Surf
Clampdown
This is Radio Clash
Armagideon Time
Jimmy Jazz
Tommy Gun
Fujiyama Mama
Police On My Back
White Riot
Enjoy
Deep Purple Announce New Album
It’s been confirmed that Deep Purples 19th album will be released next April but as of yet the title is being kept under wraps. This will be their first album for 7 years the last being Rapture of the Deep recorded in 2005.
For more info from Classic Rock Magazine click here
Catweazle Fan Site
Web Site of the day has to go to the Official Catweazle Fan Club site. I’m a huge fan of Catweazle and was watching an episode just the other day and realising there’s just no way a show in todays world could capture it’s innocence.
The humour and acting still stands up today and Geoffrey Bayldon is outstanding. Don”t take my word for it, it’s available on DVD so treat yourself for xmas.
If you want to find out more pop along to the site here
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Blondie adds Glasgow Date
Blondie fans will be ecstatic at the news of a date in Glasgow’s Clyde Auditorium. July 1st 2013 is the date and tickets have gone on sale today so get hanging on that telephone here
Hollywood Memorabilia Site
Hollywood Memorabilia was created with one purpose in mind – become the Web’s #1 Hollywood destination. For music lovers, they carry memorabilia from some of the biggest names in the business that are touring all around the world and releasing amazing, chart-topping records. For the movie buffs, they have thousands of modern and vintage signed and unsigned movie posters, including rare posterprint and masterprint versions of domestic and international cinema posters. If you are looking for any collectible item from a Hollywood superstar, Hollywood Memorabilia has a great selection for you to choose from.
To have a look through this great collection just click here
Another 70s Venue is set to Close
This seems to be a very sad story all over the world as the recession is hitting. The loss of our local pubs is one story but along with their loss goes venues for live music which is the lifeblood and learning grounds for so many new bands and artists.
Just to show it’s not just the UK where this is being felt here’s a story from Melbourne Australia written by Al Newstead
Read the full story here
Tarantino Talks About the Influence of Mario Bava
In a recent interview with Sirius XM Quentin Tarantino talks about his movie making influences and mentions Sergio Leone, Mario Bava and Abbot & Costello all in one sentence.
For the full interesting interview watch the video
If you’re looking to keep up at what’s going on with Escape or just interested in the 70s then you may just like to read my writings here. I’ll be reporting on any 70s news that’s happening around the world and also keeping you abreast of anything happening onsite. Sometimes I may just be wistful and write about those good old days but I will always be inviting you to comment and join in the conversation with your thoughts and ideas, after all that’s what this site is all about… sharing the memories