Author: John Smistad

John Smistad is a multi-published author living in the sensational south Puget Sound area of Washington state with his fabulous family. He is passionate about music, movies, sports and his Norwegian heritage. Uff da! John has enjoyed concert performances ranging from Paul McCartney to Melissa Manchester, The Stones to Barry Manilow. Rock on, man. Fun facts: John has no middle name (really) and once rode in a DeLorean he swears flew to the future. And back again. Hey, you don’t know.

by John Smistad September 21, 2023 Comments5

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Laurel Canyon: A Lost Musical Wonderland

During the 60s and 70s, Laurel Canyon was a petri dish of creativity by some of the biggest names in rock. This documentary digs in.

by John Smistad September 11, 2023 Comments2

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6 Movies That Really Rock

From roadies to rockstars (real or fictional), the world of rock n’ roll has no shortage of stories for the big screen.

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by John Smistad August 15, 2023 Comments2

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Rock Documentaries You Need to See

When it comes to rock documentaries, you’ve likely seen the “biggies.” But here are some that may have flown under your radar.

by John Smistad July 18, 2023 Comments7

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Soundtracks That Helped Make the Movie

The soundtrack can take a movie from “good” to “great.” Here are four that are standouts worth hearing again.