As a self-described “rock ‘n’ roll waiter,” Thorogood emphasized the importance of catering to his audience. “The fans pick the songs to be popular,” he said, adding that his role is ...

The world circa 2025 could use two hours of an ear-splitting sing-along with 70,000 like-minded denizens, celebrating the working-class joys of booze, broads and rock ‘n’ roll.

The connections between Carter and rock music were given a spotlight in Mary Wharton's documentary, Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President, which aired on CNN in January 2021.

Among those honored are three icons whose influence spans generations: Southern hip-hop pioneers OutKast, groundbreaking rap group Salt-N-Pepa, and early rock trailblazer Chubby Checker.

However, it’s one of the many pure rock and roll moments from The Stooges. The remainder of the album is loud, messy, and unrefined, and that’s exactly as it should be for a rock record.

Rock ’n’ roll music, since its inception in the ’50s, has constantly evolved to different sounds, different styles. But one thing it’s had in common is attitude and spirit.