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
How Bob Dylan Ended ‘The Times They Are A-Changin” Sessions
He'd begun just a few months after the last tracks for his second LP wrapped up.
Why Fleetwood Mac’s Fates Began to Turn With ‘Mystery to Me’
Going into this album, they were still trying to find solid footing and an identity.
How ‘Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert’ Brought Music Home
How one show revolutionized live rock music on TV.
47 Years Ago: The Beatles Record ‘Helter Skelter’
On Sept. 9, 1968, the Beatles recorded 'Helter Skelter.'
When Fleetwood Mac Stayed Bluesy on ‘Mr. Wonderful’
As the U.K. blues-rock boom escalated, they returned with the band's second album in less than a year.
When the Beach Boys’ ‘Surfer Girl’ Hit the Charts
On Aug. 3, 1963, the Beach Boys' fifth single, "Surfer Girl," hit the Billboard charts. The song would eventually make its way to No. 7.
How Grand Funk Railroad Got on Track for ‘We’re an American Band’
They were on a skyward trajectory, but it wasn't a bump-free ride.
How the Doors Scored Their Only No. 1 With ‘Waiting for the Sun’
Following up a classic debut album as well as a stunning sophomore effort is no easy task.
The Day Brian Eno Left Roxy Music
A friendly rivalry with Bryan Ferry eventually boiled over.
Why Ian Gillan Abruptly Quit Deep Purple
He actually submitted a resignation letter to the band while still on tour promoting 1973's 'Who Do We Think We Are.'