Dave Swanson is a writer and musician from Cleveland, Ohio. He has spent a lifetime obsessed with all things Rock & Roll. Dave has written for a variety of publications including Shindig!, Bucketful Of Brains, The Cleveland Scene and The Cleveland Plain Dealer. He hosts his own radio show, has promoted concerts and played in several bands including, but not limited to, Rainy Day Saints, New Salem Witch Hunters, The Cynics, Chamber Strings, Guided By Voices, Death Of Samantha, and Captain Groovy & His Bubblegum Army. Favorite bands-Cheap Trick, The Monkees, Sparks, Motorhead, Beach Boys, Rockpile, XTC,Van Der Graaf Generator, Sweet, Bob Dylan,etc. Favortie color- paisley. Sign-Scorpio. Favorite Movies-Love And Death, Don't Look Back & Beyond The Valley Of The Dolls. Political party-Mod & Rocker. Religion-Rock & Roll. His biggest regret is having no regrets. If not playing, writing, reading about, listening to, or discussing music, he is most likely dead.
Dave Swanson
The Day Sid Vicious Died
The Sex Pistols' infamous bassist was only 21 years old.
The Day the Kinks Played Their First Show
This was the first time Ray and Dave Davies took the stage with Mick Avory and Pete Quaife after ditching their earlier moniker, the Ravens.
Top 10 Terry Kath Chicago Songs
Was this jazz? Was it pop? Was it rock? The answer was, of course, yes to all.
When Peter Green Was Arrested for Pulling a Gun on His Accountant
He was not a man without troubles, and they eventually landed him in prison and committed to a mental hospital.
When Syd Barrett Played His Last Show With Pink Floyd
He was the original songwriter, lead singer, guitarist and focal point for the psychedelic pioneers.
40 Years Ago: Wendy O. Williams Arrested For Obscenity
The controversial lead singer of the Plasmatics was arrested after a concert on Jan. 18, 1981.
How Cleveland Helped Make David Bowie a Star in the U.S.
Cleveland was one of the first American cities to take notice of the future rock legend.
50 Years Ago: Simon & Garfunkel Become Folk-Rock Stars With ‘Sounds of Silence’
Bolstered by an unexpected hit, Simon & Garfunkel got back together for their second LP, 'Sounds of Silence.'
That Time the Beatles Were Offered $30 Million to Reunite
On Jan. 16, 1976, promoter Bill Sargent made a reunion offer that only the Beatles could refuse.
How ‘Magical Mystery Tour’ Became the Beatles’ First Misstep
Televisions across Britain were taken over by a surreal adventure on Boxing Day in 1967.
Why Grand Funk Railroad’s Equipment Was Once Seized After a Show
They were one of the hottest acts in the country at the time.
Why ‘Mixed-Up Confusion’ Flopped as Bob Dylan’s First Single
It failed to dent the charts, ultimately making this one of his most collectible records.