Bands, Singers & Musical Acts 1970s Entertainment
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Jack De Johnette
Legendary jazz musician known for being a major player in the revolutions of jazz
Jack De Johnette has worked with most of the major figures in modern jazz history. He joined Miles Davis's group in 1968, just in …
Jackson Browne
Outstanding American singer/songwriter inducted to the Hall of Fame in 2004 that gave us great hits like "Take It Easy."
Jackson Browne has written and performed some of the most literate and moving songs in popular music and has defined a genre of songwri…
James Taylor
Five-time Grammy Award winner and Hall of Fame inductee, James Taylor is a legendary American singer-songwriter.
In a career marked by artistic triumphs, this past year for James Taylor has been notable for both creative virtuosity and recogni…
Jan Garber Orchestra
The "Idol of the Airlines'" music continues today delighting audiences with big band and dance music
Jan Garber had his first run-in with musical success in 1933 when he too over leadership of the Little Freddie Large Orchestra group fr…
Jay & the Techniques
Jay & the Techniques show is a high energy American Soul Review, showcasing the classic R&B/Soul Music of Motown, Memphis and Philly.
In 1966, Philadelphia Songwriter and Producer JERRY ROSS signed a production deal with the Mercury family of labels. The deal was basic…
Jay and The Americans
Inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2002, Jay and the Americans have brought back "This Magic Moment."
In one of the greatest turnabouts in Rock and Roll history, the group JAY AND THE AMERICANS, started by four teenage boys in Sandy Yagu…
Jay Siegel and the Tokens
"In the jungle, the quiet jungle, the Lion Sleeps Tonight" rocketed Jay Siegel and the Tokens to super-stardom.
The multitalented Jay Siegel is best known for his soaring falsetto on the classic mega-hit, "The Lion Sleeps Tonight."
Bo…
Jeff Beck
Guitar player for The Yardbirds and other bands, also ranked 5th in Rolling Stone's list of "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time".
Jeff Beck is an English rock guitarist. He is one of three noted guitarists to have played with The Yardbirds; (Eric Clapton and Jimmy …
Jefferson Starship
Jefferson Starship has undergone several major changes in personnel and genres through the years while retaining the name Jefferson Starship
During the transitional period of the early 1970s, Paul Kantner (founding member of Jefferson Airplane) recorded Blows Against the Empi…
Jesse Colin Young
American singer/songwriter and founding member of the group, The Youngbloods
Jesse Colin Young is an American singer / songwriter / folksinger and a founding member of the group, The Youngbloods.
You…
Jimmie Dale Gilmore
One of the main innovators and influences of progressive-alternative country
From his early musical days, Jimmie Dale Gilmore was influenced by a wide range of musicians including the honky tonk of Hank Williams …
Jimmy Buffett
Jimmy Buffet's music will make you feel like you are on vacation no matter where you are
Jimmy Buffett was born in Pascagoula, Mississippi and grew up living beside the the Gulf of Mexico. After graduating from the Univ…
Jimmy Cliff
Cliff has no worries for the rest of his days; that's probably why he was able to write the Lion King hit soundtrack song "Hakuna Matata"
Jimmy Cliff knew he wanted to be a musician from a very young age. When he was just 14 years old, he convinced an utter stranger to get…
Jimmy Heath
Sweet jazz from one of the best to have ever lived; Heath has worked with dozens of other legendary jazz performers
Jimmy Heath began his musical career as an alto saxophone player, but after the influence of Charlie Parker in the late '40s, he d…
Jimmy Webb
Possibly the most famous songwriters in rock music, Jimmy has been a part o many artists' careers
Jimmy Webb is that rarity in rock music, a professional songwriter who achieved stardom in that capacity. Rock music has its share of g…
Joan Armatrading
Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Joan performs in some incredible shows
Three times Grammy nominated singer/songwriter, JOAN ARMATRADING has come a long way since her birth in the West Indies and her upbring…
Joe Cocker
Grammy, Golden Globe, and Academy Award winning artist of over 20 albums over nearly half a century
He’s been a major player in the music business for more than forty years. He released 21 studio and four live albums. His unmistakabl…
Joe Perry
The incredible guitarist of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Aerosmith
As co-founding member, principal co-songwriter, electrifying lead guitarist and co-producer of Aerosmith, America’s Greatest Rock & R…
Joe Sample
One of the pioneers of the electric keyboard
Joe Sample first began playing the piano at the young age of 5. He learned under the late piano and organ expert Curtis Mayo. It w…
Joe Walsh
Former member of The Eagles and solo artist
Joseph Fidler “Joe” Walsh (born November 20, 1947) is an american guitarist, songwriter, and rock musician. He has served stints in…
Joey Dee and the Starliters
Hear Joey Dee, sounds from the 1940's on, in live performances, private parties and corporate events today!
Joey Dee and The Starliters are an American pop music group from the 1960s. Best known for their 1961 hit recording “Peppermint Twist…
John Anderson
With numerous country hits and great success in a career that has spanned nearly 4 decades, Anderson has entertained millions
John Anderson's career began not as a country musician, but as a rock and roll musician following the likes of Jimi Hendrix an…
John Fogerty
Lead singer/songwriter and guitarist of the Creedence Clearwater Revival
John Cameron Fogerty achieved fame as the lead singer/songwriter and guitarist in Creedence Clearwater Revival and has since gone on to…
John Kay and Steppenwolf
Front man of 70's rock band Steppenwolf
"The central theme of Feed The Fire," says John Kay, "is, 'don't let the bastards get you down!'" Lyrically, songs such …
John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers
Having had over 100 combinations of band members and over 50 albums to date, the Bluesbreakers are a band for the ages
The Bluesbreakers were formed in January 1963 and became an ever-evolving lineup of more than 100 different combinations of musicians p…
John Waite
Waite has been a member of The Babys and Bad English in addition to a successful solo career.
John Waite first came to prominence as the lead singer and bassist of The Babys, a British band that had two singles hit #13 on th…
John Williams
One of the best and most decorated composers of his time
As one of the best known, awarded, and financially successful composers in US history, John Williams is as easy to recall as John Phili…
Johnny Mathis
Chart topping platinum selling artist
The fourth of seven children, John Royce Mathis was born on September 30, 1935 in Gilmer, Texas to Clem and Mildred Mathis. As a small …
Johnny Rivers
An American rock legend putting out a number of classic hits
In 1964, when the British Invasion was in progress and American rockers were tough to find on the U.S. pop charts, Johnny Rivers was on…
Johnny Winter
Winter is considered in the top elite blues rock guitarists/singers of all time
Johnny Winter has been a guitar hero without equal. Signing to Columbia records in 1969 called largest solo artist deal of it’s time,…
Jon "Bowzer" Bauman
Former front man of "Sha Na Na", this versatile entertainer also went on to host The Hollywood Squares
The stunning disparity between mild-mannered Jon Bauman and his creation and alter ego, the inimitable "Bowzer", has raised a lot of ey…
Jordanaires
Though the lineup has changed over the years, the Jordanaires are some of the best
The group formed in 1948, with members Bill Matthews (first tenor), Bob Hubbard (second tenor/lead), Bill's brother Monty Matthews…
Judy Collins
American singer/songwriter known around the world for his eclectic taste in the music she records
Judy Collins has thrilled audiences worldwide with her unique blend of interpretative folksongs and contemporary themes. Her impressive…
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