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The 25th anniversary of David Bowie's album 'hours…' is being celebrated with two special digital EPs, featuring four previously unreleased tracks.

25th anniversary of David Bowie’s ‘hours…’ being celebrated with new digital releases

Peter Frampton blames Virginia show cancellation on Megadeth Peter Frampton was forced to cancel his Sept. 17 concert at the Virginia Credit Union Live in Richmond, Virginia, due to "unforeseen circumstances," and now he’s revealed what those circumstances were.In fan-shot footage from his show at The Met in Philadelphia Thursday, Frampton reveals that the ...

What do these three songs have in common?
Billy Idol – Eyes Without a Face
Peter Gabriel – Games Without Frontiers
Blondie – Call Me

-debra Rockstress FM \m/

C’mon! Who wouldn’t take on a gentle, playful, doe-eyed companion any day of the week? Well, right here is a special one: meet Friday, The River and Furkids’ Cat of the Week!
Friday is a gorgeous, young girl with the most dreamy, big peepers. And her credentials aren’t small either—she’s downright purr-fect. She adores people. Totally jams with other cats. And as a spirited youngster (about a year old) she romps with the best of ‘em. And oh baby, is she affectionate! So much so, she likes to be held and cradled like an infant. And that just rocks.
Sweet, scrumptious Friday has been spayed, microchipped and is up to date on all vaccinations and preventatives. She’s all ready for her happy hour when she can go to her furever home.
Come meet Friday, any day, at Furkids. Put an appointment on your calendar…and get ready to fall in love. And when you bring this adorable young ‘un home, everyone in the family will mean it when they say, “Thank God it’s Friday.”

Eric Clapton fans you ready for this?
Cheers.
English Nick

'Meanwhile', Eric Clapton’s releasing a new album Eric Clapton is ready to share some new music with fans.The three-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer just announced he'll be releasing a new studio album, Meanwhile, digitally on Oct. 4 and on CD and vinyl Jan. 24.The album is made up of six new songs and eight previously released tunes, and features gu...

What's your favorite Pink Floyd song? So many to choose from, I love the solo in Mother, but can't pick just one. Here are 3 you WON'T hear when David Gilmour tours, how do you feel about that? - Axel Lowe 97.1 River Mornings

David Gilmour won’t be playing these 3 popular songs David Gilmour Names 3 Pink Floyd Classics You'll Never Hear Him Perform

Did you hear? Metallica dropped new tour dates for next year. They'll be stopping at the Benz June 3rd. Share your favorite Metallica song!

-debra Rockstress FM \m/

SNL hasn't been "must see TV" for me for a long time, but I'll dvr it on October 12th for this! Kaedy Kiely

Stevie Nicks booked for 'Saturday Night Live' Stevie Nicks is headed to Saturday Night Live.

Want a smiley, cutie-pie-of-a-companion by your side? We’ve sure got one! Not to be too corny, her name is Maize, and she’s The River and Furkids’ Dog of the Week!
When it comes to all-around great dogs, Maize is just the cream of the crop. This long-haired chihuahua is pure joyfulness, wrapped in an adorable 11-pound package. What she’s lacks in stature (she’s tiny!) she makes up for with a BIG personality. She’s funny. Happy. She’s royally loyal-ly: Her tail will tail you all around. Plus, Maize is a social butterfly! Everything and everyone loves her--other dogs, cats and kids. Wherever she goes she just seems to cultivate friends.
One-year-old Maize has been spayed, microchipped and is up to date on all preventatives and vaccinations. She’s perfectly ready for the pickin’!
Make an appointment with Furkids to get a taste of Maize. This delicious little nugget just might be the precious kernel you’ve been waiting for.

Metallica just announced for Atlanta.
June 3rd 2025 at Mercedes Benz Stadium.
Keep listening to 97.1 The River for your free tickets.
Cheers.
English Nick

Metallica announces 2025 M72 tour dates Metallica's M72 tour will be stretching into 2025.

Songs are great at holding memories. Some are hard to listen to though. Name that song that's difficult to hear.

It’s Cheeseburger Day!!!! I’m always searching for a great one. I’m not into “smash” burgers - I prefer one big, fat, juicy, medium-rare burger with AMERICAN cheese (I’m shocked at how many restaurants don’t have an American cheese option - it melts perfectly!) Where can I find it? 🍔❤️

Talking Heads fans you ready for this?
Cheers.
English Nick

Talking Heads to release super deluxe edition of debut album Talking Heads are revisiting their debut album, Talking Heads: 77, with a brand new box set coming Nov 8.

The millionth “rare” full moon of the year happens TONIGHT! Hope we can see it with the clouds! It’s called a “Harvest-Blood-Supermoon” - these 3 things happening at once are what makes it rare. A partial lunar eclipse is going to happen at the same time, which I guess makes this super-duper rare! The partial lunar eclipse starts at 8:41p peaking at 10:44p. Let’s hope we see some action in tonight’s sky!

I saw this news on social media last night, and was disappointed they couldn't come to terms about touring in the future, since REO is STILL so great live, but I've learned to never say never... Kaedy Kiely

REO Speedwagon’s Bruce Hall comments on tour retirement: “I’m heartbroken” REO Speedwagon bassist Bruce Hall wants fans to know he’s not happy about the recent announcement that the band will be retiring from the road in 2025.In a post on social media, Hall, who's been with the band since 1977, shared, "Never ever thought it would end like this and I'm heartbroken. Pleas...

You heading to Vegas for Styx?
Cheers.
English Nick

Styx to play 'The Grand Illusion' in its entirety at new Las Vegas residency River’s Rockin’ Birthday Bash: Styx & Foreigner Presented by The Law Offices of Gary Martin Hays 97.1 The River is celebrating our 18th birthday with the River’s Rockin’ Birthday Bash: Styx & Foreigner The Renegades & Juke Box Heroes tour featuring special guest John Waite at Ameris Bank Amp...

Ozzy's new commercial for Liquid Death might be his best work in a long time. Check out the commercial - Axel Lowe 97.1 River Mornings

Ozzy's new commercial is great! I started seeing Liquid Death cans at concerts a few years ago, thought it was an energy drink, or alcohol infused drink. Turns out it's just water. They have a new powder that you can dump in the can and the ad for this is great, it may be one of Ozzy's best!

Make the perfect 10-song setlist for Rush.

-debra Rockstress FM \m/

Still hopeful for a good season ( 🤦‍♀️ I know, I know…), but nervous about these next 2 games - vs. Eagles on Monday Night Football TONIGHT and Chiefs on Sunday… let’s go Falcons!!!

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What you doing New Years Eve?
Maybe a Billy Joel concert to see in 2025?
Cheers.
English Nick

Billy Joel sets second consecutive New Year's Eve show at UBS Arena Billy Joel is returning to the scene of the concert.

Bruce Springsteen was one of the surprise guests at a Sea.Hear.Now afterparty in Asbury Park, New Jersey, the Asbury Park Press reports.

Bruce Springsteen makes surprise Sea.Hear.Now afterparty appearance at Asbury Park’s Stone Pony

If you are looking for a holiday side-hustle this might be a good option.

Aldi to hire 13,000 workers, starting pay $23 an hour average for some positions Aldi is looking to hire thousands of new workers.

In 2023, Bryan Adams released Live at the Royal Albert Hall, a box set documenting three concerts he performed at the legendary London venue in 2022. Now get ready for part two, coming Nov. 15.

Bryan Adams releasing second 'Live at the Royal Albert Hall' box set in November

Pearl Jam turned a jam session into a protest against gun violence during their show in Baltimore on Thursday.

Eddie Vedder sings "I don't own a gun" over "Stranglehold" riff at Baltimore Pearl Jam show