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Jax Chambers

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The Tune Up Sessions: Jackie Chambers

A Tune Up Session with Jackie “Jax” Chambers (Girlschool, Syteria) Brian Basher Program Director, WTYU.rocks We’re kicking things off The Tune Up Sessions with a true rock veteran—Jackie “Jax” Chambers of Girlschool and Syteria. With nearly three decades in Girlschool, countless tours, and a side project that blends pop-punk energy with melodic rock hooks, Jax has seen it all—and still loves every minute. We caught up with her for a […]

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John Sykes

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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 […]

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