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TOTO Shares Story of Classic 70s Hit Hold The Line | PREMIUM | Professor of Rock

Purchasing the Vinyl, Supports the Artists and our ChannelToto IV T Shirt – https://amzn.to/2YG8WQKToto – https://amzn.to/2NBOY3cHydra – https://amzn.to/2BUDAN9Stream the Music! https://bit.ly/TotoBandPageBecome a Patron – http://bit.ly/ProfessorofRockVIPFanHelp out the Channel by purchasing your albums through our links! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you, thank you for your support.Click here for Premium Content: https://bit.ly/SignUpForPremiumContenthttps://bit.ly/Facebook_Professor_of_Rockhttps://bit.ly/Instagram_Professor_of_Rock#Toto #HoldTheLine #70sThe story of top 5 70s hit Hold the Line from Toto band members Steve Lukather and David Paich. Legendary drummer Jeff Porcaro said of the song ‘Hold the Line’ was a perfect example of what people will describe as your heavy metal chord guitar licks, your great triplet A-notes on the piano, your ‘Sly’-hot-fun-in-the-summertime groove, all mismatched together with a boy from New Orleans singing… and it really crossed over a lot of lines.” Porcaro was of course talking about the incredible lead vocal of Bobby Kimball. Here”s Luke and Paich with the story. Hey music junkies Professor of Rock always her to celebrate the greatest artists and songs of all time If you are passionate about all things music you’ll want to subscribe to this channel so you don’t miss an episode of our daily content .. I’m honored to bring you another story from two of my favorites Steve Lukather and David Paich from multi platinum band Toto and the story behind their first hit “Hold the Line” which went to #5 in late 78 early 79. Legendary drummerJeff Porcaro said of the song ‘Hold the Line’ was a perfect example of what people will describe as your heavy metal chord guitar licks, your great triplet A-notes on the piano, your ‘Sly’-hot-fun-in-the-summertime groove, all mismatched together with a boy from New Orleans singing… and it really crossed over a lot of lines. Porcaro was of course talking about the incredible lead vocal of Bobby Kimball. Heres Luke and Paich with the story: Thank you for watching. Leave us a comment about Toto , Hold the Line and it’s impact. I love that It was inspired by Sly and Family Stone’s classic Hot Fun In the Summertime and then Hold the Line in turn inspired Jefereson Starship’s rocker Jane. You can hear the song in our curated playlist below, also get Toto’s classic albums on vinyl as well as Totot merch in our link in the description If you like our content subscribe to our channel to see more. We will have plenty more features of the hours of interviews we’ve done with members of Toto in our premium content with you can sign up for below . Support us on Patreon to Help us keep the music alive, until next time three chords and the truth, my friends

The Doobie Brothers share the Story of 70s Hit China Grove | Pop Fix | Professor of Rock

Tom Johnston wrote China Grove and the Doobie Brother released it in 1973. China Grove is no doubt about it, a Rock n’ Roll classic that was sandwiched between two other classic rock standards. Long Train Running and Black Water. China Grove went to #15 on the Hot 100 and #8 on the Cashbox chart here in the states. It also hit the top 10 in Canada, Known for its iconic guitar riff that has influenced so many who would come after. Here are the two principals of the early 70s Doobies Tom Johnston and Pat Simmons, now rock and roll hall of famers. Who will give us the origin of this beloved tune.Thank you to this Episodes Sponsor, Zenni Optical Incredible Prices on New Glasses – https://bit.ly/ZenniOpticalShopProfessor’s Store Check out my Hand Picked Selection Below – China Grove Single – https://amzn.to/2GzucAW – ’71 – ’83 Box Set – https://amzn.to/333gwWo – The Very Best of The Doobie Brothers – https://amzn.to/3hiwT6U – 100 Best Selling Albums https://amzn.to/3h3qZX9 – Ultimate History of 80s Teen Movie https://amzn.to/3ifjdKQ – 80s to 90s VHS Video Cover Art https://amzn.to/2QXzmIX – Totally Awesome 80s A Lexicon https://amzn.to/3h4ilrk – Best In Ear Headphones (I Use These Every Day) https://amzn.to/2ZcTlIlHonorary Producers Wayne Masterson, Eric FarqueProfessor of Rock Merch – http://bit.ly/ProfessorMerchAccess To Backstage Content Become a Patron – http://bit.ly/ProfessorofRockVIPFanHelp out the Channel by purchasing your albums through our links! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you, thank you for your support.Click here for Premium Content: https://bit.ly/SignUpForPremiumContenthttps://bit.ly/Facebook_Professor_of_Rockhttps://bit.ly/Instagram_Professor_of_Rock#DoobieBrothers #70s #Rock

Ann Wilson of Heart on Story of How Alone Became an 80s #1 Hit | Premium | Professor of Rock

The band Heart, had some low points in the early 80s, after major success in the 70s. Ann Wilson the singer of this Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band tells the story of making some sacrifices in the 80s that led to commercial success and the multi-platinum album from 1987, Bad Animals. Ann also tells the story behind their number one hit from that record, Alone.Thank you to this Episodes Sponsor, Zenni Optical Incredible Prices on New Glasses – https://bit.ly/ZenniOpticalShop —————————————————————————————————————————–Professor’s Store Check out my Hand Picked Selection Below– Heart T Shirt https://amzn.to/33paj7q – Dreamboat Annie Vinyl https://amzn.to/33oVMc9 – Little Queen Vinyl https://amzn.to/33oVMc9 – Dog and Butterfly https://amzn.to/3k6B7jC – 100 Best Selling Albums https://amzn.to/3h3qZX9 – Ultimate History of 80s Teen Movie https://amzn.to/3ifjdKQ – 80s to 90s VHS Video Cover Art https://amzn.to/2QXzmIX – Totally Awesome 80s A Lexicon https://amzn.to/3h4ilrk – Best In Ear Headphones (I Use These Every Day) https://amzn.to/2ZcTlIl—————————————————————————————————————————–Honorary ProducersScratchers J. Scratcherton Esq. —————————————————————————————————————————–Check Out The Professor of Rock Merch Store – http://bit.ly/ProfessorMerchAccess To Backstage Content Become a Patron – http://bit.ly/ProfessorofRockVIPFanHelp out the Channel by purchasing your albums through our links! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you, thank you for your support.Click here for Premium Content: https://bit.ly/SignUpForPremiumContenthttps://bit.ly/Facebook_Professor_of_Rockhttps://bit.ly/Instagram_Professor_of_Rock#80s #Rock #HeartHey Music Junkies, Professor of Rock , always here to celebrate the greatest artists and songs of all time; If you love music, you’ll want to subscribe below and part of our community where you’ll get daily content celebrating the rock era. For more content and behind the scenes footage check us out on Patreon.In 1987 the band heart released Bad Animals. Several years earlier Sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson the voice and guitar respectively of the hall of fame group were coming off a mini comeback. After taking the world by storm in the mid 70s with the albums Dreamboat Annie, little queen, and Dog and Butterfly the band entered the 80s with the rocking Bebele strange that went to the top 5 on the album charts while the lead single from that album even it up peaked at 33 on the hot 100. From there the next few studio albums sold less and less.The band was in the midst of a slump with 1982’s private edition and 1983 passion works falling short of commercial expectations and the singles from those records languished outside of the top twenty. With the advent of MTV and the popularity of the synth in the neon decade the suits at the label started to push rockers Ann and Nancy a new direction .Ann and Nancy having written the majority of their output up to that point were pushed to record outside writers music as well as collaborate with many of these writers. This resulted in immediate commercial success. In 1985 Heart’s self titled lp went to #1 their only album up to this point to do so. The album contained 4 top ten hits including the number one smash These Dreams. Leading to the release of Bad Animals which continued the commercial success. I had a chance to talk to Ann Wilson about this period in the 80s when they were stuggling commercially up to the point of success, including the story behind their number one hit Alone. Before we go to Ann, I want to thank our sponsor Zenni Eyewear. I love this brand and I’ve got about 5pairs. They have amazing variety, you can choose your own put in your prescription online and they deliver them to your door. Very cost effective. You can check it out at the link below. Here’s Ann with the story.

Alan Parsons Story of Pink Floyd Album The Dark Side Of The Moon | Premium | Professor of Rock

The Dark Side Of The Moon Album – https://amzn.to/30sQhZyThe Book – https://amzn.to/39VoHqZImmersion Box Set – https://amzn.to/2ER0QxgBecome a Patron – http://bit.ly/ProfessorofRockVIPFanHelp out the Channel by purchasing your albums through our links! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you, thank you for your support.Click here for Premium Content: https://bit.ly/SignUpForPremiumContenthttps://bit.ly/Facebook_Professor_of_Rockhttps://bit.ly/Instagram_Professor_of_Rock#AlanParsons #PinkFloyd #TheDarkSideOfTheMoonToday we have another feature with Legendary producer/songwriter/and musician Alan Parsons who engineered Pink Floyd’s the Dark Side of the Moon. Alan received a Grammy nomination for his work on the album, his first and he was known for doing much more than what is normally considered the scope of a recording engineer’s duties on this record. Dark Side of the Moon is of course, one of the biggest selling albums in history and possibly the most storied album. How many urban legends are tied to this mysterious work of art? I can’t tell you how many stories I heard growing up from hearing that there was a massive factory that only manufactured Dark Side of the Moon LP’s all year around. Many others, some I talk with Alan Parsons about and get his side of the story. We also discuss some of the tracks. Her’s Alan Parsons with the rest of the story. Hey music junkies Professor of Rock always her to celebrate the greatest artists and songs of all time. Join our community below by subscribing for our daily content and become a patron to help us curate this great history of the rock era . Today we have another feature with Legendary producer/songwriter/and musician Alan Parsons. The last time we told the story of how in October 1967, at the age of 18, Parsons worked as an assistant engineer at Abbey Road Studios where he worked on Abbey Road and Let It Be and set up the instruments and equipment for the Beatles rooftop concert their last live performance. Parsons became a regular at Abbey Road , engineering other great albums including Wings Red Rose Speedway and Wild life, five albums by the Hollies and of course Pink Floyd’s the Dark Side of the Moon. Alan received a Grammy nomination, his first. Alan was know for doing much more than what is normally considered the scope of a recording engineer’s duties on this record. Dark Side of the Moon is of course, one of the biggest selling albums in history and possibly the most storied album. How many urban legends are tied to this mysterious work of art? I can’t tell you how many stories I heard growing up from hearing that there was a massive factory that only manufactured Dark Side of the Moon LP’s all year around. Many others, some I talk with Alan Parsons about and get his side of the story. We also discuss some of the tracks. Her’s Alan Parsons interview with the rest of the story:Thanks for watching, Leave us a comment about Alan Parson and this life altering classic album. Give us your take on Pink Floyd and the great cuts form Dark Side of the moon and your memories of the album. We will be featuring more Alan Parsons content in the future covering his solo work . You can get his music by clicking on our amazon links If you like our content join our community by subscribing to this channel below. Also you can become an honorary patron to help us keep the music alive. Until next time three chords and the truth my friends.

Van Halen: How Eddie and Sammy met / Story of 80s Song Dreams | Pop Fix | Professor of Rock

Today the Red Rocker, Sammy Hagar tells us how he joined Van Halen and the resulting Music. He also tells the story behind creating the game changing song Dreams, the second single from their 1986 album 5150 which was the first Van Halen album to go to #1. The album 5150 is named after Eddie Van Halen’s studio. 5150, sold a million copies in it’s first week. Think about that for a second. The last few years, there have only been a couple of artists or albums that have sold 1 million copies over an entire year! Enjoy our Exclusive Interview with Sammy Hagar.Thank you to this Episodes Sponsor, Zenni Optical Incredible Prices on New Glasses – https://bit.ly/ZenniOpticalShop —————————————————————————————————————————–Professor’s Store Check out my Hand Picked Selection Below– Essential Red Collection https://amzn.to/2RBpRzB – Space Between https://amzn.to/2ZKUo2i – Sammy Hagar Party Handbook https://amzn.to/3hHTidK – Cool Sammy Hagar T Shirt https://amzn.to/2FJfabE – Unboxed https://amzn.to/3myJRkL – Lite Roast https://amzn.to/2RE7Nom – Van Halen Studio Albums https://amzn.to/3c7bzQN – 1984 Album https://amzn.to/3hG2Zts – Best Of Both Worlds Album https://amzn.to/3mtXWjf – 5150 Ablum https://amzn.to/3kuSUkW – 100 Best Selling Albums https://amzn.to/3h3qZX9 – Ultimate History of 80s Teen Movie https://amzn.to/3ifjdKQ – 80s to 90s VHS Video Cover Art https://amzn.to/2QXzmIX – Totally Awesome 80s A Lexicon https://amzn.to/3h4ilrk – Best In Ear Headphones (I Use These Every Day) https://amzn.to/2ZcTlIl—————————————————————————————————————————–Honorary ProducersMoon Comix, Greg Arends —————————————————————————————————————————–Check Out The Professor of Rock Merch Store – http://bit.ly/ProfessorMerchAccess To Backstage Content Become a Patron – http://bit.ly/ProfessorofRockVIPFanHelp out the Channel by purchasing your albums through our links! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you, thank you for your support.Click here for Premium Content: https://bit.ly/SignUpForPremiumContenthttps://bit.ly/Facebook_Professor_of_Rockhttps://bit.ly/Instagram_Professor_of_Rock#80s #Rock #5150

Heart’s Ann Wilson on Story of 70s classic HIT Magic Man + Her Origin Story | Professor of Rock

Introducing a special interview with Ann Wilson of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Heart. If comic book movies are any indication of our culture, we are all curious about the origin story. Here we find out why Ann Wilson ended up singing and why her sister played the guitar. Because as You’ll find, Ann Wilson actually played the guitar before her sister. We find out the moments that shaped here. We also find out the story behind the classic 70s hit Magic Man. Along with Ann Wilson we get some insight from original bassist Steve Fossen and drummer Michael Derosier.Thank you to this Episodes Sponsor, Zenni Optical Incredible Prices on New Glasses – https://bit.ly/ZenniOpticalShop —————————————————————————————————————————–Check out my Hand Picked Selection BelowProfessor’s Store – The 80s Collection https://amzn.to/3mAekOq – 100 Best Selling Albums https://amzn.to/3h3qZX9 – Ultimate History of 80s Teen Movie https://amzn.to/3ifjdKQ – 80s to 90s VHS Video Cover Art https://amzn.to/2QXzmIX – Totally Awesome 80s A Lexicon https://amzn.to/3h4ilrk – Best In Ear Headphones (I Use These Every Day) https://amzn.to/2ZcTlIl—————————————————————————————————————————–Honorary Producers Eric Farque, Kenneth Pricer —————————————————————————————————————————–Check Out The Professor of Rock Merch Store – http://bit.ly/ProfessorMerchAccess To Backstage Content Become a Patron – http://bit.ly/ProfessorofRockVIPFanHelp out the Channel by purchasing your albums through our links! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you, thank you for your support.Click here for Premium Content: https://bit.ly/SignUpForPremiumContenthttps://bit.ly/Facebook_Professor_of_Rockhttps://bit.ly/Instagram_Professor_of_Rock#Heart #70s #RockHey Music Junkies, Professor of Rock always here to celebrate the greatest artists and the greatest songs of all time. WE interview the great artists of the rock era and you never know what’s in store from day to day, subscribe so you don’t miss out.Every time I do an interview with an artist I always want to know their Origin story. We all want to know that. If comic book movies are any indication of our culture, we are all curious why someone was inspired to become their best self. When I interviewed Ann Wilson of Heart, I wanted to know why she ended up singing and why here sister played the guitar. Because as You’ll find, Ann Wilson actually played the guitar before her sister. What were the moments that shaped here, Your’e going to find out next. Years after Heart formed They started to take over radio. It all started with their classic debut album Dreamboat Annie. Heart’s first single from the album was “How Deep It Goes” , and it didn’t receive much attention when released in Canada by the small Mushroom label in 1975. The second single, “Magic Man” (backed with “How Deep It Goes”), was first picked up for radio play by a station in Montreal while the band was on tour playing small club dates, In America, Crazy on You was the first single followed quickly by Magic Man with would become Heart’s first top ten hit and started the legend that has endured up to now. Ann Wilson and original bassist Steve Fossen and drummer Michael Derosier tell the story of the classic. As we go into the interview, I do Want to thank our sponsor Zennie Eyewear. I’m wearing a brand pair of frames today. I love them. Design your own at the link below. Here’s Ann Wilson with the story.Thank you for watching Leave us a comment about Ann Wilson and Heart and this legendary song. To hear it click on the link below. To get Heart on Vinyl click on our Amazon links below. If you like our content we invite you to subscribe to be part of our community, To support our mission of curating this history check us out on Patreon. Help us keep the music alive.

Hearts Ann Wilson on Story of 70s Classic Crazy On You | Premium | Professor of Rock

Become a Patron – http://bit.ly/ProfessorofRockVIPFanHelp out the Channel by purchasing your albums through our links! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you, thank you for your support.Click here for Premium Content: https://bit.ly/SignUpForPremiumContenthttps://bit.ly/Facebook_Professor_of_Rockhttps://bit.ly/Instagram_Professor_of_Rock#Heart #AnnWilson #70s #RockAnn Wilson the supreme Goddess of the Rock Arena tell the stories surrounding the Classic rock standard, Crazy on You, along with former Heart members bassist Steve Fossen who was also a co-founding member and drummer Michael Derosier who were both in the band in the mid 70s when Heart started the fire that has kept the flame of rock and roll burning. Here is the story of a sanctified rock composition with other insight from the 1975 album Dreamboat Annie.

Ozzy and Lita – Story of Classic 80s Duet | DOS | Professor of Rock

Purchasing the Vinyl, Supports the Artists and our ChannelLita – https://amzn.to/2YzbwIiWicked Wonderland – https://amzn.to/2CC0c5tStream the Album – https://bit.ly/LitaFordAlbumBecome a Patron – http://bit.ly/ProfessorofRockVIPFanHelp out the Channel by purchasing your albums through our links! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you, thank you for your support.Click here for Premium Content: https://bit.ly/SignUpForPremiumContenthttps://bit.ly/Facebook_Professor_of_Rockhttps://bit.ly/Instagram_Professor_of_Rock#LitaFord #OzzyOsbourne #80sRockLita Ford tells the story of recording with Ozzy Osbourne. The result: Close My Eyes Forever went to #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1989 and left fans mesmerized from the beautiful and haunting duet between two of Metal’s best. This is the focus of our latest edition of DOS- The greatest duets of the Rock and Roll Era. Hey music junkies Professor of Rock always here to celebrate the greatest artists and songs of all time If you are all about music, you’ll want to subscribe to this channel so you don’t miss an episode. It’s time for another episode of our new show Dos- the greatest duets of the rock era.. Last time we covered Almost Paradise by Ann Wilson and Mike RenoToday we are going to go behind a transcendent duet that combined the talents of Ozzy Osborne and Lita Ford. Talk about rarified air Close My Eyes Forever was written by Ozzy and Lita on one fateful night and began its climb toward the top of the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1989. Here is Lita Ford with the exclusive story:Thank you for watching. Leave us a comment about Ozzy and Lita and this song. Share what other duets you think we should celebrate in the future? You can hear the this song in our curated playlist below. get this album on Vinyl below and Ozzy and Lita merch as well when you click on our link in the description If you like our content subscribe to our channel to see more. Support us on Patreon to Help us keep the music alive, until next time three chords and the truth, my friends

Steve Vai on how He and David Lee Roth created 80s Hit Yankee Rose | Premium | Professor of Rock

Donate to The Channel – http://bit.ly/ProfessorofRockVIPFanPlaylist: https://bit.ly/SteveVaiPlaylistPurchase the VinylYankee Rose – https://amzn.to/37uvqqLEat ‘Em And Smile – https://amzn.to/3fw7bLlT Shirt – https://amzn.to/2CaFFF3Help out the Channel by purchasing your albums through our links! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you, thank you for your support.Click here for Premium Content: https://bit.ly/SignUpForPremiumContenthttps://bit.ly/Facebook_Professor_of_Rockhttps://bit.ly/Instagram_Professor_of_Rock#SteveVai #DavidLeeRoth #YankeeRoseIn this exclusive interview Guitar Legend, Steve Vai tells the story about writing Yankee Rose with electric frontman David Lee Roth from his platinum solo debut album from 1986. DLR left Van Halen earlier, desiring to create his own way, he connected with Steve Vai and created some timeless rock, here is the story of Yankee Rose, the first single from the album. It went to #16 on the hot 100.Hey Music Junkies, Professor of Rock always here to celebrate the greatest artists and the greatest songs of all time.. today we’re presenting another sneak preview of our Premium content. Which will be available soon. You can sign up to be notified by clicking on the link below. Also remember to subscribe to our channel. because every day we have something special for youSo today we have a short feature with guitar LEGEND and virtuoso Steve Vai. Steve tells the story about working on Yankee Rose with electric frontman David Lee Roth. With Steve Vai it’s alway insightful, here it is.Thanks for watching. Leave us a comment Yankees Rose, David Lee Roth and of course the great Steve Vai., I had the honor of sitting down with Steve for quite awhile discussing his entire discography. to see that interview Sign up for premium below.Celebrate Steve Vai by clicking on his Merch and album links below in the description. Celebrate one of the greats. if you like our content, subscribe below and also support us on patreon. that helps us create more videos and do more interviews. It’s all about keeping the the music alive Until next time three chords and the truth.