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Surfing the Net I came across a song "Never to Old to Rock and Roll" by an 80's Band Tokyo Rose. I checked out their website and they seemed mighty proud that they had been battling the music industry for three decades. Ironically they have accepted the changes and have welcomed the internet with open arms by promoting My Place a song about the dangers of to much internet use. The lyrics "Do you remember how it used to be Life before we had Computer screens we used to make friends face to face now we just stare, stare into space".

What makes men and women in their fifties want to continue in a young man's game or is it a young mans game. They say the fifties is the new forties but judging by this band you are never to old to rock and roll. So why stop doing something you love. It seems their journey has certainly not been lucrative but isn't that what rock and roll is about.

The Music Industry has always been about the Major Record Companies but they are not exactly rock and roll. They play safe and repackage and recycle. I'm pleased we have bands like Tokyo Rose who record original music. The plus side is they have Artistic Control and if they write about current issues. In the 80's they wrote about the Yorkshire Ripper, in 2010 they are promoting a fantastic Anthem Save Planet Earth. They do what they want, it's their music and listening to it I've enjoyed the diversity and the honesty of the tracks.

McCartney and Jagger are still going so why should the 80's Band throw in the Towel. Its strange how these bands are labelled 80's bands yet the Rolling Stones are not labelled 60's Bands. Tokyo Rose may have changed but they have certainly endorsed the times and This Year in 2010 they will be celebrating 30years as friends and as a band. What more could a musician want.

I wonder in ten years time will they still be around I think they will, but I hope they achieve the global success that they deserve. What will the Music Industry be like then; will Simon Cowell and the X Factor still be ruling the air waves? I don't think it matters to Tokyo Rose, what matters to them is their music. I would recommend this band to everyone they write great Rock Songs.

As in the words of the Song "You're Never to Old to Rock and Roll".

It's strange this year Elvis would have been 75 and he is "Rock and Roll" and I bet if the King was still alive today no man would have stopped him singing.

Long Live 80s Rock Music & Long Live Tokyo Rose they may never achieve such heights, but that should never stop anyone writing and recording music.

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Hard Rock Park: South Carolina's Rockin' New Theme Park

Hard Rock Park is America's newest theme park and the latest attraction to hit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. For an area that is defined by its tourism industry, the $400 million project is the single largest tourism investment in the state's history and will presumably target some of the customers who would have frequented the Myrtle Beach Pavilion up until its closure at the end of last year.

Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia displayed at its locations around the globe.

The park's theme is not movies, fairy tales, animals or water shows but reflects the company's commitment to rock's culture, lifestyle, legends and irreverence. This rocking celebration of the history of rock and roll is set to help Myrtle Beach enter into a new level.

Located off Hwy 501 just over the waterway, the groundbreaking 55-acre park is a totally immersive, full-day attraction that features something for rockers of all ages, including roller coasters, live shows and entertainment as well as children's play areas, restaurants, retail stores and a multi-purpose live music amphitheater. Six custom-designed sections bring to life the genres from Rock 'n' Roll, showcasing the Beatles and artists from the British Invasion to artists like Led Zeppelin and the Eagles. All of the park's shops, eateries and attractions are blanketed in an ultra-modern sound system specifically developed for the project.

A giant Gibson guitar sets the tone to the rock & roll inspired Hard Rock Park after guests enter the All Access Entry Plaza and explore eateries like I Want Candy sweets shop and the Amp'd coffee bar. At the Gibson Vegas High Roller Plaza, guests can grab some souvenirs at All Access Merchandise or catch a bite and see a show at The Whammy Bar and Peavey Lounge. The entry plaza also includes the Origins Theater where guests can watch a 12-minute movie about the history of the Hard Rock Cafe.

The Cool Country area pays tribute to southern rock influences and features attractions like the "Just A Swingin' " swings, "Muddin' Moster Race" and the park's longest roller coaster, the "Eagles Life in the Fast Lane". This runaway mine coaster includes two lift hills, head-snapping turns and a very familiar Eagles tune blasting in your ears. Guests can get their fill of Southern food at the Rockabilly BBQ and follow it up with a rowdy country/rock show at The Icehouse Theater.

In the Born in the USA area, kids will get a kick out of the pint-sized rides at "Banana Splitsville" as well as have big time at the "Kids Rock! State Park playground. This giant romping area features forts, boulders and climbing bridges along with the "Slippery When Wet" treetop ride. Also included here are the "Shake, Rattle N' Rollercoaster" family coaster, the Gibson Guitar Gallery and the Live Amphitheater.

The British invasion area features the "Maximum RPM!" test track ride guests wait line in the world's first Karaoke Queue Line to test their skills as a British rock star. Dominating the brick and steel manufacturing plant-style building is a first-of-its-kind Ferris wheel structure that lifts riders up into place high above the plant. Other attractions include the "Punk Pit" bounce house at Piccadilly Circus.

Hard Rock Park's Lost in the 70's area is a blast from the past where guests can explore attractions like the Pinball Wizard" arcade, the "Roadies Stunt Show" and the "Nights in White Satin: The Trip" dark ride. Riders exit the dark ride into the Kings Road Boutique where retro memorabilia abounds. Kids will enjoy launching foam balls at the "Garage Jam" multi-level playground.

The theme park's flagship roller coaster, "Led Zeppelin: The Ride", is located in the tropical Rock & Roll Heaven area. The signature coaster features a three-quarter mile track that rises to more than 155 feet at its highest point and thrills riders with a six and a half minute experience, partially over water, reaching speeds of 65 mph and boasting six breathtaking inversions, the largest of which is a 120-foot loop. Kids can cool off at the "Reggae River Falls" sprayground or the "Colossal Guitar Fountain" while kids of all ages can catch a cool show at the Malibu Beach Party.

Hard Rock Park plans to be open 10 months a year and hopes to attract 30,000 visitors a day and about 3 million a year. Myrtle Beach has an abundance of area hotels along with an international airport, which makes reaching Hard Rock Park a quick trip in a rental car. With attention to detail, rides and attractions for all ages and a friendly and welcoming staff, you will want to visit Hard Rock Park on your next trip to Myrtle Beach.

About the Author

Kelley Falgout is a theme park enthusiast and publisher of www.FamilyThemeParkVacations.com, a vacation planning tool and continuously growing database of all theme parks, amusement parks and water parks located across the United States. Click here to get your free copy of the Orlando Attractions Vacation Guide.

How can i start a successful rock n' roll band?

I have taken guitar for a year now and still proceeding to take lessons. I have also taken piano for 5 years and now i am starting to get a little familiar with bass. I live in a small town and would like to now the first basic steps to starting a successful rock n' roll band

Get the necessary players that get along with each other.
Make sure they have the equipment. Decide who is going to make the decisions. Find or write the music you want to play.
Find a rehearsal spot.
Practice lots.
Offer to play some freebies.
Record everything you do.
make sure that all members of the group are of age or get their parents to agree to sign contacts.
When you have done all this look for an agent.
Yes there is much more.
I hope you will do it for the joy of playing. If you become famous great, but that is not why you are playing.

Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Expands Reach
CLEVELAND -- There's always been room at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum for the exciting, most popular relics, like Michael Jackson's "Thriller" jacket and John Lennon's Sgt. Pepper uniform. But most of the not-so-flashy mementos were tucked away in storage.

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