'Dream On' Inducted Into Grammy Hall Of Fame

The Recording Academy has a Hall of Fame for songs and albums 25 years or older that illustrate historical significance. This year, Aerosmith's "Dream On" is among the tracks included in the 2018 class. The song is from the band's 1973 self-titled debut. It's also one of their most famous songs and a live show staple.

Other inductees in the class of 2018 include Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You"; Dr. Dre's 1992 debut The Chronic, Public Enemy's 1989 track "Fight The Power," Nirvana's Nevermind and David Bowie's "Space Oddity."

The official release from the Recording Academy continues:

Queen's fourth studio album, A Night At The Opera (1972), the Rolling Stones' chart-topping "Paint It Black" (1966), Johnny Cash's seminal Johnny Cash At Folsom Prison (1968), Linda Ronstadt's fifth studio album, Heart Like A Wheel (1974), Motown group the Four Tops' single "I Can't Help Myself" (1965), and Gladys Knight & The Pips' classic "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" (1967) each made the list.

Also earning a spot in the 2018 class is Jimi Hendrix's album Band Of Gypsys (1970), Sam Cooke's classic single "Bring It On Home To Me" (1962), Parliament's infectious track "Flash Light" (1978), Andy Williams' smooth interpretation of "Moon River" (1962), Billy Paul's ballad "Me And Mrs. Jones" (1972), and Leon Russell's iconic "A Song For You" (1970).

Representing jazz, the King Cole Trio's 1946 song "(I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons," Billie Holiday's 1937 version of "My Man" and Louis Armstrong & His Hot Five's 1927 track "Savoy Blues" have been inducted.

The 60th GRAMMY Awards will take place at New York City's Madison Square Garden on Sunday, Jan. 28. The telecast will be broadcast live on CBS at 7:30–11 p.m. ET/4:30–8 p.m. PT.

All in all, I'd say this is an incredibly song class of inductees.

New Janet Gardner Music Is Here

Janet Gardner is best known as the vocalist for Vixen. Now she's back with her debut solo album called Janet Gardner. Janet just released a video for the song "Candle" - which is about the loss of both her parents. This video was obviously in the can for awhile. Janet was just rushed to the hospital on January 12 with blood clots in her brain. She had surgery and is recovering.

Oni Logan Leaves Lynch Mob

Oni Logan has left Lynch Mob. This news comes by way of a cryptic message he posted on his own page a few days ago. Oni is apparently off to work on another project this year, so we'll see where that goes. Lynch Mob is on the bill for the Monsters of Rock Cruise next month... Facebook comments mention Robert Mason is filling in. What do you think of this news?

'I'm Still Alive' -- Loudness, New Song

Loudness is a band we don't discuss here often. Later this month, the band will release The Sun Will Rise Again. One of the songs from that album is "I'm Still Alive" which you can stream below. Loudness set out to create an album to "cheer you up," which isn't something most metal bands say everyday. Check it out.

Steel Panther Guest Star On 'Ridiculousness'

Ridiculousness is a show on MTV. It's a clip show of people doing dumb things on video... There are guests each show. This week, Steel Panther guested for a glam metal themed episode. Ridiculousness happens to be one of my husband's favorite shows (seriously) so I could hear him cackling during this one. I didn't even know Steel Panther was on until Eric recorded the show and insisted I watch. The clips honestly make me nervous. I can't watch people hurting themselves. But Steel Panther were funny, so I thought I'd pass along. Here's a clip of the show. You can catch it on MTV this weekend.

Joe Perry Rocks Out With Members Of Cheap Trick, Stone Temple Pilots & Extreme

Aerosmith guitarist headlined the Monster Consumer Electronics Show (CES) concert. He was joined by members of Cheap Trick, Stone Temple Pilots and Extreme for a jam session. The concert was called "The Sound of Rock" and Joe streamed it on his Facebook page.

Happy Friday. We're getting a big winter storm where I live today so the commute will be a nightmare and everyone will be on edge and in a bad mood. I'm so over this weather. Just 68 days until Spring!

Farewell 'Fast' Eddie Clarke

Some sad Motorhead news. Original guitarist Fast Eddie Clarke has died. The cause of death seems to be pneumonia. Here's the Facebook announcement: