The Hooters are a band from Philadelphia named after the nickname for a keyboard harmonica instrument found on many of their songs. The band had a pretty amazing time in 1985. Not only did they find mainstream success with "Nervous Night" and several songs played heavily on MTV, but they performed at Live Aid in Philly - a testament to their popularity there.
In my opinion "And We Danced" (from this album) is one of the the top 20 songs of the 1980s...
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Spiral Will," a single and video from "Fading Failing Ruin," the latest album from doomy Jersey Shore dirt metal greats Solace.
(NEW YORK, NY) -- The Strokes have unveiled their long-awaited new album, Reality Awaits - their first in six years - on July 24, 2026, via Cult Records/RCA Records. The LP features singles that have quickly become fan favorites: "Going Shopping" and "Falling out of Love." Reality Awaits awaits.
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.
