OMG It’s Happening

New Music

That’s the title of the latest single by Dutch band DI-RECT. With roots dating back to 1999 in “Den Haag” (The Hague), a city famed for its vibrant music scene, DI-RECT followed in the footsteps of illustrious predecessors such as “Shocking Blue,” “Earth & Fire,” and “Golden Earring.”

According to DI-RECT, their new single is a song about self-discovery . “Keeping the faith is what it’s all about. No matter how scared you may be along the way, life is a wave that carries you to your destination“.

“OMG It’s Happening” by “DI-RECT is new this week on RadiJohan.

A Bridge Between Solo and Toto

New Music

With a career spanning decades and a list of contributions to over 1500 albums, Steve Lukather is a renowned figure in the global rock world. As a founding member and guitarist of the iconic band “Toto,” Lukather has left an indelible mark on the music industry.

Lukather has recently released his ninth solo album, aptly titled “Bridges,” which serves as a bridge between his solo work and Toto’s music. With the album featuring appearances and contributions from both past and present members of Toto, and Lukather recently proclaiming Toto “will never record another studio album”, this may be as close to the real thing as it gets. 

One standout track from “Bridges” is the emotionally charged “All Forevers Must End.” Reminiscent of Lukather’s iconic ballads with Toto, this breakup song showcases his immense talent and ability to evoke deep emotions. With its relatable lyrics and Toto-esque melody, “All Forevers Must End” could easily find a place among Toto’s greatest hits.

“All Forevers Must End” by Steve Lukather is new this week on RadiJohan.

Swedish Rockers Roulette Return With Feel Good Summer Anthem!

New Music

Formed in 1985 in Sundsvall, Swedish rock band “Roulette” quickly gained popularity in their hometown. With a handful of hits on local radio stations and performances at pubs and festivals across Sweden, the band enjoyed success in their early years. However, a lack of promotional support resulted in a bumpy ride, ultimately leading to a hiatus.

In 2008, Roulette released a “best of” album titled “Better Late Than Never.” More than a decade later the band made a triumphant return with their album “Now!” which received positive reviews.

Earlier this year, Roulette Rocked RadiJohan with “Ready For Friday Night,” reaching the top spot on the RadiJohan Top 10 in February.

Now, in the midst of a scorching European summer, Roulette have unveiled their latest creation, “Summer Day.” This brand-new anthem celebrates the warmth and carefree attitude that accompanies the season and is bound to leave a lasting impression as it hits the “airwaves,” bringing a much needed dose of summer spirit to fans across the globe.

“Summer Day” by Roulette is new this week on RadiJohan.

A Rock ‘n’ Roll Tragedy Unresolved

Flashback

On July 18, 1966, the music world was shocked by the untimely death of Bobby Fuller, frontman of The Bobby Fuller Four. Bobby was found dead in a car parked outside his Hollywood apartment. The circumstances surrounding the 23-year-old singer’s death have remained shrouded in mystery for decades. Was it a murder, suicide, or a tragic accident? While authorities stated that asphyxia due to gasoline inhalation was the official cause of death, persistent speculation and lingering doubts leave some convinced that Bobby Fuller met a more sinister fate.

Bobby Fuller’s death occurred within months of “I Fought the Law” reaching the top 10 in the USA and becoming The Bobby Fuller Four’s biggest hit.

RadiJohan Top 10 on 15 July 2023

Top 10
TWLWArtistTitle
106ShinedownA Symptom of Being Human
9NewRobert Jon & The WreckWest Coast Eyes
810The Teskey BrothersRemember The Time
7NewAna Nikolic & Nevena BrankovicWait On Love
67The Defiants19 Summertime
53Noel Gallagher’s High Flying BirdsDead To The World
44Michael Thompson BandThe Love Goes On
31DMA’sForever
25Crazy LoopLove Maria
12joansuperglue

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New Horizons

New Music

“The Dark Side Of The Moon” is a modern metal quartet comprised of members from three other notable metal bands: “Feuerschwanz” from Germany, “Amaranthe” from Sweden, and the Swiss/German band “Ad Infinitum.” Formed through this convergence, they offer a unique blend of musical influences in their compositions.

Their recently released debut full-length album, “Metamorphosis,” delves into mesmerizing soundscapes, where they skillfully reinterpret iconic soundtrack themes and craft original songs inspired by their favorite fictional characters.

On their single “New Horizons,” the band collaborates with Fabienne Erni, a member of Swiss metallers “Eluveitie.” With Melissa Bonny’s and Fabienne Erni’s extraordinary vocal talents harmoniously intertwining, their captivating performance in the music video transports the listener to a whimsical realm of dreams and fantasies.

“New Horizons” by “The Dark Side Of The Moon” is new this week on RadiJohan.

Born To Be Wild

Flashback

This week in 1969 The cult classic Easy Rider opened in theaters. The movie’s opening scenes are accompanied by the “heavy metal thunder” of Steppenwolf’s Born To Be Wild. Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper star as motorcycle-riding free spirits who travel through the American Southwest and South, carrying the proceeds from a cocaine deal. The songs that make up the soundtrack were carefully selected to form a “musical commentary” within the film.

Country Meets Soul

New Music

Country star Miranda Lambert and Soul sensation Leon Bridges, both from Texas, have joined forces on a new ballad that takes us on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, as they explore the ups and downs of a passionate romance. Written by Lambert, the lyrics of If You Were Mine play out like a promise to a lover as Lambert and Bridges croon over the possibility of what could be.

Lambert said she and Bridges bonded over Tex Mex, BBQ, and tequila while they were recording the song and explained that if he had decided not to record the song, she “wouldn’t have released it.”

If You Were Mine, by Miranda Lambert and Leon Bridges, is new this week on RadiJohan.

Welcome to Dead Club City

New Music

Nothing but Thieves are an English rock band formed in 2012. All three of their previous albums made the top 10 of the UK album chart. On the 30th of June they released their new album Dead Club City which has already hit number one on the album charts in the UK and The Netherlands.

Overcome, the new single by “Nothing But Thieves,” is new this week on RadiJohan.

From Jingle to Number One

Flashback

This week in 1971 Radio stations started running a Coke commercial called I’d Like To Buy The World A Coke, sung by “The Hillside Singers.” Advertising agency McCann Erickson had produced the jingle for Coca-Cola and had wanted “The New Seekers” to sing it, but that group could not fit the project into their schedule and turned it down. The jingle was also used as a TV commercial showing young people from around the world singing on a hillside. Because of the popularity of the commercial the lyrics were re-written as I’d Like To Teach The World To Sing. “The Hillside Singers” recording of the full song hit number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100. This convinced “The New Seekers” to record the song as well. Their version became an even bigger hit and reached the top of the charts in the UK, Ireland and New Zealand.