This video contains scenes from the Route 66 "Highway of Dreams" Charity Car Show in September at Barney's Beanery in West Hollywood, Calif., along with montages of images from the Mother Road. Gearheads ought to enjoy it. So should Chuck Berry fans, as it includes his version of "Route 66."
Category: Music
“Devil Girl” movie shot on Route 66
Production recently wrapped on the thriller film "Devil Girl," which was shot on Route 66 and uses the historic road as its setting. Here's synopsis of the film, according to its Web site: Fay is a small town girl on a road trip to Hollywood to pursue her dream of becoming an actress. When her … Continue reading “Devil Girl” movie shot on Route 66
A new Route 66 song
Here's a video of a new song, "Route 66," by the Jimmy: Damm Suess Band. It's self-deprecating and rocking at the same time. The singing's not great, but the guitar riffs are aces. The song is from the San Diego band's album, "Summer Time Fun." The video was definitely shot on 66, but I'm not … Continue reading A new Route 66 song
The Oscar-nominated song “Our Town”
Today, Randy Newman's song, "Our Town," performed by James Taylor, was nominated for an Academy Award for Original Song. Here is the song and its key scene from the hit Pixar animated movie, "Cars." "Our Town" is available on the "Cars" soundtrack. And, yes, the album and song both are available on iTunes.
Review: “Songs from the Mother Road”
When I received a copy of The Road Crew's "Songs from the Mother Road," I was startled to see a positive review from country star Marty Stuart on the CD package. Having followed Stuart's career for at least 20 years, his endorsement heightened my anticipation of hearing the album. However, I have to conclude that … Continue reading Review: “Songs from the Mother Road”
The Killer’s Pink Cadillac
Here's a fun new video of Jerry Lee Lewis covering Bruce Springsteen's song, "Pink Cadillac." And, yes, that's The Boss on backing vocals.
Cheetah Girls launch MySpace site
The Cheetah Girls, a female trio that's gained a huge preteen and teen audience, launched a MySpace site last week. In case you're wondering what the Cheetah Girls have to do with the Mother Road, a few months ago they recorded a new version of the Bobby Troup classic, "Route 66," to help boost interest … Continue reading Cheetah Girls launch MySpace site
Country singer Del Reeves dies
Longtime country-music singer Del Reeves, best-known for his million-selling single "Girl on the Billboard" in 1965, died at age 74 after a long illness, reports the Associated Press. "Girl on the Billboard" is an all-time-classic truck-driving song, with these final lyrics that warm the hearts of Mother Road fans: On Route 66 from the billboard … Continue reading Country singer Del Reeves dies
“Phantom 309” and Pee-Wee Herman
I know a Red Sovine trucker song and Pee-Wee Herman seem like a strange combination, but bear with me. First, trucker tunes are part of the Route 66 traveling experience, or should be. At some point while traveling the Mother Road, you should have Dave Dudley's "Six Days on the Road" and "Truck Drivin' Son … Continue reading “Phantom 309” and Pee-Wee Herman
Jamming with Harley & Annabelle
Canadian singer-songwriter Melissa McClelland has posted part three of her documentary from her Route 66 trip this summer. You can view the podcast here (Internet Explorer 6 and broadband are needed). In it, you'll see Rooster from the Luna Cafe in Mitchell, Ill., a waitress in Lisa's Diner in Granite City, Ill., scenes from Galena, … Continue reading Jamming with Harley & Annabelle