It was a cool November morning in 1977. I woke up early, excited to celebrate my 9th birthday and open my presents. Unwrapping the big one first, I was psyched to see that it was the boombox that I had asked for, but the smaller present is the one … Learn more >>
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A Newfound Appreciation of the Record Store Experience
January 06, 2014 by Adam Waldman - 2 Comments
During the recent holiday school break, which was extended by arctic conditions in the Northeast, my family and I returned to my hometown for a visit.
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Rock and Roll Children: Top Hard Rock Songs of 2013
December 18, 2013 by Adam Waldman - 4 Comments
The end of the year is fast approaching. Before the year ends, Hard Rock Daddy will present the Top 50 Hard Rock Songs of 2013, in
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Rock and Roll Children
May 20, 2013 by Adam Waldman - 1 Comment
When I was a kid, I was exposed to a lot of Doo-Wop music, especially on car trips. My siblings and I didn’t have iPods to