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
In Defense Of … The Ramones’ ‘Pleasant Dreams’
By the time the '80s started rolling, the Ramones were in an odd place.
‘Weird Al’ Yankovic Takes on Plumbing and Modern Pop Music in New ‘Handy’ Video
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Weird Al’s ‘Blurred Lines’ Parody Is Pretty Much Perfect
For more than 30 years now, "Weird Al" Yankovic has been the king of spoofs and parodies.
Lollapalooza May Expand to Toronto Next Year
Lollapalooza has done its share of shape-shifting since its inception back in 1991.
Oasis Reissuing ‘(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?’ With Tons of Extras
Even though there isn't a reunion planned to mark the 20th anniversary of Oasis this year, the band is hard at work combing its vaults for the Chasing the Sun reissue series.
Under Cover: The Clash School Primal Scream About Their Rights
Even though they're about an era or so apart, the Clash and Primal Scream share a bond based on rebellion, attitude and an adventurous musical spirit.
Under Cover: Flaming Lips Hypnotize Tame Impala
It's safe to say that a fair amount of modern psychedelic bands have been influenced at some point by the Flaming Lips.
Watch Jack White Debut a New Song in Concert
In between all of the recent arguments and apologies, it's kinda easy to forget that Jack White has a new album coming out real soon.
Watch a Documentary About Oasis’ Debut Album
Hard to believe it's been 20 years since Oasis lunged forth onto a drab U.K. music scene.
Jack White Unleashes Rocking New Song, ‘Just One Drink’
With anticipation running high for his upcoming album, 'Lazaretto,' Jack White is giving fans another taste with a new song.
Under Cover: The Darkness Give Radiohead a Lesson in ‘Street Spirit’
In 1995, Radiohead released what many fans still consider one of their greatest albums, 'The Bends.'
Watch Savages’ 10-Minute Video for ‘F—ers’ – Yes, ‘F—ers’
Savages burst onto the music scene in 2011 with their jagged, post-punk-inspired sound.