Ricky Warwick – Blood Ties (2025) – A Must-Listen for Rock Fans

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Ricky Warwick – Blood Ties (2025) – A Must-Listen for Rock Fans

KK Law WTYU.rocks Middays, 10am - 2pm, Coming Soon If you know me, you know I don’t just recommend albums lightly. But let me tell you right now—Ricky Warwick’s Blood Ties is one you need to check out. The guy is a machine. From The Almighty to Thin Lizzy to Black Star Riders, he’s been grinding out killer rock music for decades, and now, with this solo release, he’s proving […]

Guitarist John Sykes Passes Away at Age 65

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Guitarist John Sykes Passes Away at Age 65

John Sykes, the legendary English rock guitarist renowned for his work with bands such as Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, and Blue Murder, passed away on January 20, 2025, at the age of 65, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 29, 1959, in Reading, Berkshire, England, Sykes began his musical journey at the age of 14, inspired by his uncle's guitar playing. He first gained prominence in 1980 with […]

‘A Complete Unknown’ Offers the Usual Biopic Clichés … And That’s Alright, Ma

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‘A Complete Unknown’ Offers the Usual Biopic Clichés … And That’s Alright, Ma

Andy Vineberg Features Writer, Tune Up Magazine I’m a sucker for music biopics. Always have been. Despite the usual flaws (hackneyed timelines, over-the-top substance abuse-fueled scenes, exaggerated or outright fictionalized events, and all the other clichés so memorably parodied in 2007’s “Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story”), I get a kick from seeing the lives and music of my favorite artists (and even many of my non-favorites) portrayed on the […]

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A Complete Unknown - Bob Dylan

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‘A Complete Unknown’ Offers the Usual Biopic Clichés … And That’s Alright, Ma

Andy Vineberg Features Writer, Tune Up Magazine I’m a sucker for music biopics. Always have been. Despite the usual flaws (hackneyed timelines, over-the-top substance abuse-fueled scenes, exaggerated or outright fictionalized events, and all the other clichés so memorably parodied in 2007’s “Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story”), I get a kick from seeing the lives and music of my favorite artists (and even many of my non-favorites) portrayed on the […]

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Norman's Rare Guitars

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Tuning Into Passion: The Magic of Norman’s Rare Guitars

Kevin McElroy Editor, Tune Up Magazine The Ripple Effect of Passion: Inspiring Creativity Norman Harris built more than a guitar shop. He created a haven for musicians, a time capsule of music history, and a treasure trove of stories that continues to inspire generations. Norman’s Rare Guitars, the Netflix documentary chronicling his life and legacy, is a masterclass in how one person’s passion can change the world. The film captures […]

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KK's Six Pack for January 7, 2025

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KK’s Six Pack 1.7.2025

KK Law Middays, 10am - 2pm, WTYU.rocks Apologies for the delay, folks—still shaking off the holiday hangover, but we’re back and ready to rock! The boss hasn’t let up on the homework, and honestly, I couldn’t be happier. Out of a big stack of tunes, these six stood out and made the cut. Crank ‘em up, let me know what hits hardest, and drop your own Sixpack picks in the […]

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