posted Thursday January 28, 2010 under krepons-shoebox by michael_krepon


A cunning rock ‘n roll showman, David Lee Roth, once opined that, “The key to success is sincerity. Once you can fake that, you’ve got it made.” Vice President Richard M. Nixon defended himself when he was struggling to stay on the ticket with Ike by calling attention to his family’s pet dog and his wife’s “respectable...

Friends get together at Antica Posta for food and wine. David Lee Roth provides soundtrack ; )

'SexBomb' is a two-piece Tom Jones tribute band from Hanford CA, combining the musical talents of William Parry ( vocals ) and Bobby Z ( guitar, trumpet ). The band will be performing at the Left Coast Eisteddfod in Portland Oregon 2010 ( watch this space for further details ). They agreed to a world exclusive interview with Americymru which we proudly present below.



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In a world of musicians and bands promoting a message of peace and love, Birmingham rockers Vulture Whale are hoping to break this cookie cutter mold.

“We’re about rocking, and kicking and slamming … but not necessarily in the order,” drummer Jake Waitzman said.




On tour to promote their new EP “Bamboo You,” the Alabama natives, who pull influences from the likes of everyone...

How big a Van Halen fan is WFTV-Channel 9 reporter Steve Barrett?

Barrett wears a blond wig, makes his own costumes and keeps himself fit to play David Lee Roth in a Van Halen tribute band called 1984.

“I love it,” Barrett says. “It’s such a great break from what I do. It’s fun. I can’t believe how many people want to take their picture with me. I’m just a guy dressed up like David Lee Roth, but people get really excited.”

Yes, that’s Barrett as Roth...