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Album review: ROBERT PLANT – Lullaby and…The Ceaseless Roar

Posted on September 26, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Robert Plant - Lullaby and...The Ceasless Roar

East West [Release date 08.09.14] Sometimes an album leaves your jaw dropped, with words incapable of doing it justice.  Such is Robert Plant’s latest offering. While Jimmy Page continues to yearn for days of yore, Plant continues to look for … Continue reading →

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Album review: SLASH feat. Myles Kennedy – World On Fire

Posted on September 26, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Slash featuring Myles Kennedy - World On Fire

Roadrunner Records [Release date 13.10.14] He’s a shrewd dude, Slash.  You never see the whites of his eyes.  A bit like The Stig, you never see the man beneath the top hat and behind the easy rider shades.  Remove them, … Continue reading →

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Album review: CLAUDIA BRUCKEN – Where Else

Posted on September 26, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Claudia Brucken - Where Else

Cherry Red [Release date 06.10.14] For many, Claudia Brücken will be synonymous with 80′s German synth pop band Propaganda – one of the first bands to be signed to Trevor Horn’s ZTT label and their 1985 debut A Secret Wish. … Continue reading →

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Album review: LARKIN POE – Kin

Posted on September 26, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Larkin Poe - Kin

RH Music [Release date 25.08.14] Having lost all sense of direction on their last release – The Sound Of The Ocean Sound with Thom Hell in 2013 – you wondered whether sisters Rebecca and Megan Poe were destined for obscurity. … Continue reading →

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Album review: TINA DICO – Whispers

Posted on September 26, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Tina Dico - Whispers

Finest Gramophone [Release date 25.08.14] Since teaming up with Icelandic singer/trombonist Helgi Jónsson, it’s all gone a bit ‘Pete Tong’ for Danish singer songwriter Tina Dico.  At least, from a creative output perspective. The perfect foil on stage, Jónsson has … Continue reading →

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Album review: YES – Songs From Tsongas

Posted on September 26, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Yes - Songs From Tsongas

Eagle Rock [Release date 22.09.14] 3-CD It comes to something when we get an anniversary release of an anniversary release!  Following Rick Wakeman’s return to the band in 2002, the classic Yes line up of Jon Anderson, Steve Howe, Chris … Continue reading →

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News: MARTIN BARRE interview special on Sunday 28 September

Posted on September 24, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Martin Barre

Photo: Simon Dunkerley/GRTR! Get Ready to ROCK! Radio Sunday 28 September, 22:00 GMT Monday 29 September and Friday 3 October, 22:00 repeat) A two-hour special, replaying Martin’s recent chat about his favourite tracks and new album, plus Tull and solo … Continue reading →

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Album review: DAYLIGHT ROBBERY – Falling Back To Earth

Posted on September 24, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
DAYLIGHT ROBBERY - Falling Back To Earth

Solar Flare [Release date 18.10.14] www.daylightrobberyrocks.co.uk Thankfully, for their second album, Daylight Robbery have ramped up production values.  Birmingham-based, it was perhaps natural to use Sheena Sear who has worked with fellow Midlanders Magnum amongst others. However, improved production cannot … Continue reading →

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Album review: LANDMARQ – Origins – A Landmarq Anthology 1992-2014

Posted on September 20, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
LANDMARQ - Origins - A Landmarq Anthology 1992-2014

Landmarq/Synergy Records [Release date 16.06.14] Landmarq were at the vanguard of ‘neo-prog’ back in the 1990s and whilst they’ve made consistently good albums they’ve always remained on the periphery.  This anthology is an excellent introduction to the band and spans … Continue reading →

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Album review: STATUS QUO – Status Quo Live (box set)

Posted on September 20, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Status Quo Live - box set

UMC [Release date 08.09.14] One of the real highlights of rock in recent years is the reunion of the classic Quo line up – and the successive Frantic Four tours.  Riding the crest of this nostalgia wave is a 4-CD … Continue reading →

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Album review: STATUS QUO – Aquostic (Stripped Bare)

Posted on September 20, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Status Quo - Aquostic

Rhino/Warners [Release date 20.10.14] It may have taken 50 years, but Aquostic finally showcases the Quo “unplugged” with rearrangements of many standards and some surprises too. Maybe this album will ultimately take Rick and Francis back to the small clubs … Continue reading →

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News: RICHIE KOTZEN radio special and interview on Sunday 21 September

Posted on September 17, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Richie Kotzen

Sunday 21 September, 19:00 GMT Richie Kotzen recently played a London gig and Get Ready to ROCK! Features Editor and radio presenter Pete Feenstra caught up with him to chat about his career. Kotzen got his first record deal with … Continue reading →

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News: Cherry Red Records showcase on 21 September – win featured albums

Posted on September 17, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Cherry Red Records

Sunday 21 September, 21:00 GMT Tuesday 23 September, 16:00 and Thursday 25 September, 21:00 repeat Since 2012 Get Ready to ROCK! Radio have been showcasing the wide range of music from the Cherry Red group of labels, combining an hour-long … Continue reading →

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News: EUPHORIA AUDIO play exclusive session for Get Ready to ROCK! on Sunday 14 September

Posted on September 11, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Euphoria Audio

In Session for GRTR! Sunday 14 September, 21:00 Tuesday 16 September, 16:00 repeat Thursday 18 September, 16:00 repeat Euphoria Audio are the latest band to play an exclusive acoustic session in the ‘In Session’ series for Get Ready to ROCK!  … Continue reading →

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Album review: MANNY CHARLTON – Sharp/Sharp Reloaded

Posted on September 11, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Manny Charlton - Sharp/Sharp Reloaded

(2-CD) Angel Air Records [Release date 01.09.14] Original Nazareth guitarist (and oft songwriter and producer) Manny was instrumental in Nazareth’s sound and success throughout the 70s and 80s. His bluesy guitar augmented McCafferty’s gravelly vocals perfectly. Since he left the … Continue reading →

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Album review: ACE FREHLEY – Space Invader

Posted on September 11, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Ace Frehley - Space Invader

Steamhammer/SPV [Release date 18.08.14] The former (and founder) Kiss guitarist’s (and occasional bassist) new album is long overdue and very welcome – it’s a complete blast and from the opening crash a solid breath of fresh air. Frehley’s fifth solo … Continue reading →

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Album review: GARY MOORE – Live At Bush Hall 2007

Posted on September 9, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Gary Moore - Live At Bush Hall 2007

Eagle Records [Release date 22.09.14] One of my big regrets in recent years is not quite managing to interview the great Gary Moore.  There was an opportunity when he toured in September 2009 but I wasn’t persistent and then he … Continue reading →

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Gig review: CROPREDY, 7-9 August 2014 featuring STEVE HACKETT, MARILLION & FAIRPORT CONVENTION

Posted on September 8, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Cropredy - 7 August 2014

It’s that time of year again when the time village of Cropredy opens its fields in preparation for the little party that Fairport Convention throws every year. Some 38 years ago they decided to have a shindig with 750 people … Continue reading →

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Gig review: MARTIN BARRE BAND – Lomax, Liverpool, 6 September 2014

Posted on September 7, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Martin Barre Band - Liverpool, 6 September 2014

On Sunday 28 September, on the eve of the release of ‘Order Of Play’, you can hear Martin Barre chatting about his favourite tracks.  In the second hour of a two-hour special, we’ll be playing some Martin Barre highlights: with … Continue reading →

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News: THE RISING play exclusive session for Get Ready to ROCK! on Sunday 7 September

Posted on September 4, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
The Rising

Irish pop-rockers The Rising are featured ‘In Session for GRTR!’ on Sunday 7 September at 21:00 GMT, playing tracks from their new album ‘Coming Home’.  (The session is repeated on Tuesday 9 September at 16:00 and Thursday 11 September at … Continue reading →

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Gig review: SOS FESTIVAL, Manchester – 19-20 July 2014

Posted on September 2, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Absolva - SOS Festival, July 2014

So here we are at the 7th SOS festival and looking at the line up it’s going to be another great year which is down to the tireless hard work and determination by all involved to bring 27 great bands … Continue reading →

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News: Get Ready to ROCK! Radio – September 2014 Highlights

Posted on September 1, 2014 by GRTR! HQ

September 2014 Highlights More information at the dedicated website Check back here as we add new features throughout the month. All times, BST (GMT+1) Roger Mayer and Pete Feenstra (Photo: Connie Mayer) Tuesdays 19:00 Pete Feenstra Rock & Blues Pete … Continue reading →

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Video interview: ROGER MAYER, Guitar Effects Guru – 28 June 2014

Posted on August 31, 2014 by GRTR! HQ

Roger Mayer made his first effects unit back in 1964 and his designs influenced a whole generation of guitar players. In his 50th anniversary year, Roger tells Pete Feenstra about a career that took him from a research job in … Continue reading →

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News: Guitar effects guru ROGER MAYER chats about his 50 year career

Posted on August 29, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Roger Mayer

Photo: Connie Mayer Get Ready to ROCK! Radio The Pete Feenstra Feature, Sunday 31 August 19:00 Roger Mayer made his first effects unit back in 1964 and his designs influenced a whole generation of guitar players including Jimi Hendrix with … Continue reading →

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News: MARTIN BARRE tour starts 29 August and interview with Get Ready to ROCK!

Posted on August 28, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Martin Barre, photo by Simon Dunkerley

Photo: Simon Dunkerley/GRTR! Get Ready to ROCK! Radio Sunday 31 August, 16:00 Sunday 28 September, 22:00 A two-hour special, replaying Martin’s recent chat about his favourite tracks and new album, plus Tull and solo highlights and his band session for … Continue reading →

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