Steve Mackay, saxophonist for The Stooges, has died due to complications from sepsis. Steve was 66.
Steve was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In the 1960s, he went to Ann Arbor to attend the University of Michigan's art school. This is when he met Iggy (Jim Osterberg) at a Carnal Kitchen gig.
Iggy invited Steve to jam with the Stooges. Steve played on: "Fun House" and "1970".
Following the recording of classic LP Fun House, Steve toured with the Stooges. when Iggy and the Ashetons reunited, he was invited back to perform on the band's 2007 album The Weirdness and 2013's Ready to Die.
Stooges Inducted into Rock Hall of Fame..Steve second from left
Steve toured with the band in recent years. We got to see him in 2011 play with the Stooges at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor...he was fantastic!
Steve also made solo records and worked with so many other groups such as, Violent Femmes, Sonny Vincent, Mike Watt, and R. Stevie Moore
Iggy shared his thoughts on Steve's passing:
"Steve was a classic '60s American guy, full of generosity and love for anyone he met. Every time he put his sax to his lips and honked, he lightened my road and brightened the whole world. He was a credit to his group and his generation. To know him was to love him. - Iggy."
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Detroit power metallers REVERENCE, featuring Riot V vocalist Todd Michael Hall, ex-Tokyo Blade guitarist Bryan Holland and ex-Savatage drummer Steve “Doc” Wacholz, will release their new album 'Gods Of War' via Razar Ice Records on November 4, 2015.
01. Gods Of War
02. Heart Of Gold
03. Until My Dying Breath
04. Angel In Black
05. Tear Down The Mountain
06. Blood Of Heroes
07. Battle Cry
08. Choices Made
09. Splinter
10. Cleansed By Fire
11. Race To Obscene
If REVERENCE stays on the same trajectory they have been, they’re soon to become a household name for metal heads everywhere. Though they play Power, this album should appeal to lovers of everything heavy metal. Their sound covers all the bases as far as I’m concerned. Gods of War is a brilliant follow-up to an already amazing debut, and one that you need in your collection. (MyGlobalMind Rating 9/10)
The following video clip features tracks from the new album: “Battle Cry“, “Angel In Black” and the title track “Gods of War“.
Bryan Holland says: It’s been 3 long years since you have had any new music from the power metal band REVERENCE. That’s a hell of a long time to go without some OLD SCHOOL METAL. So, with that being said, we are proud to give you this short sneak peek of what you can expect from REVERENCE‘s 2nd release ‘Gods Of War‘.
The impending power metal assault is coming you way, take cover!
After 42 years, Guitar Player Steve Hunter is finally going to start receiving airtime performance royalties for guitar solos he played that helped make rock history!
This has come after the collection of sufficient evidence for his name to be officially connected with seven tracks that he did not get credit for when the albums were released.
At the top of the list is ‘Train Kept A Rollin’ from ‘Get Your Wings’ which was released in 1974 and although it has been common knowledge amongst many rock fans that Hunter did the opening half solos, that did not equate to any performance royalties until now.
The other six tracks are from the original Alice Cooper Groups album ‘Billion Dollar Babies’. Once again these albums were released without Hunter receiving credit for his solos on Hello Hooray, Raped and Freezin, Billion Dollar Babies, Unfinished Sweet, Generation Landslide and Sick Things.
Back in the 60’s and 70’s it was common to have musicians perform on records without getting credit, when record labels wanted to keep the fans focused on the main band or artist. There are numerous examples of this including the late Dick Wagner who also played guitar un credited on ‘Get Your Wings’ and of course the practice was well documented on ‘The Wrecking Crew’ film.
In those days things were often more informal or kept quiet, but as the digital age has grown, the documentation of who did what has become more pertinent.
These ‘ghosting’ players got paid a nominal session fee at the time, but unless their work was officially part of the album credits there could be no acknowledgement of their contributions with airplay performance collection agencies around the world. Unfortunately, the US does not pay airtime performance royalties to non featured players.
Often such contributions went unnoticed, a rhythm track here or there, but occasionally a contribution was made to a recording that in small part helped advance the career of the main artist as it went global with radio play. Peter Gabriel recently credited Hunter for coming up with the guitar parts on ‘Solsbury Hill’ in a new Daryl Easlea biography. This recording is also now paying Hunter airtime performance royalties.
‘Train kept A Rollin’ certainly helped Aerosmith move forward after it became a rock radio mainstay. It also became a part of Aerosmith’s ‘Guitar Hero’ ‘Legends Of Rock‘ video game, which sadly this performance royalty triumph does not cover.
However, any performance royalties are welcome at a time when Hunter needs it most as he is going blind with Pigmentary Glaucoma and touring is impossible without assistance.
There are many unsung heroes in rock music so it’s great to report that some justice has been done for Steve Hunter and this should give others hope.
There are many unsung heroes in rock music so it’s great to report that some justice has been done for Steve Hunter and this should give others hope.
What to do when all the Labor Day Weekend events are over…
and you still want to party?
Arts, Beats and Eats all done? Detroit Jazz Fest now a memory? How about a full day of music, message, food and fun that's family-friendly and totally free? On Saturday, September 12, thirteen time Detroit Music Award winning band SWEET CRYSTAL invites everyone to keep the good times rolling as we join 7 other high power bands to an outdoor all day free concert sponsored by the good folks at The Venue At The Bridge in Flint, MI. 11 hours, 8 bands - what a way to spend a Saturday in Michigan! Take I-75 to exit 118 and go east 1 block to the Kroger shopping plaza - couldn't be easier. This electric line -up includes:
Super Heavy • 12PM
Second Day Story • 1:30PM
Still Water Creek • 3PM
One True King • 4:30PM
Living Stones • 5:45PM
Emily Torres • 7PM
Sweet Crystal • 8:30PM
Reign • 10PM
Add a Flea Market starting at 10AM, activities for the kids, food…. this will be the very definition of sweet! Don't let the summer slip away peacefully - keep it going hot and heavy as we celebrate all the blessings we've been given. Oh it's still on.
A Detroit Rock Bass Pioneer, W.R.'Ron' Cooke has died.
Ron long ago staked his claim to fame in the dynamic history of the Detroit Rock scene over several years.
Never one to lay down his sword and go home quietly, He came roaring back to life with the help and support of many of Detroit's greatest talents. After beginning his career at an early age, he was able to play with some of the true rock greats over his expansive career.
From Bobby & the Daytonas, Detroit (W. Mitch Ryder/Jim McCarty/Johnny 'Bee' Badanjek/Steve Hunter/Steve Dansby/Rusty Day & More), (w. Blues legend Bob 'Catfish' Hodge), Cactus (w. Rusty Day), Gang War (w. Johnny Thunders of New York Dolls & Wayne Kramer of MC5 Fame), Sonic Rendezvous Band (w. Fred 'Sonic' Smith), The Boogie Man From Hell, Mike Katon and so many many more, leading him to his most recent project The Dead City Prophets.
James Brown and Ron Cooke backstage at Cobo Arena
Ron's Bands:
Bobby and the Daytonas or Daybreaks
Catfish
Mitch Ryder/Detroit
Sonic's Rendezvous Band
Gang War
Scott Morgan
Dead City Prophets
Ron is survived by his ever loving wife Pam, their children and grandchildren. Thoughts and prayers to the family. xK
