Author Archives: Shane Tutmarc

5 Questions with Billy Joe Huels of the Dusty 45s

5 Questions with Billy Joe Huels of the Dusty 45s

Billy Joe Huels was raised in Southern Illinois, before moving to Seattle in 1989 and making his mark with the roots-based Dusty 45s.  He has been a staple of the Northwest music scene for the last 20 years, and last year, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend Wanda Jackson scooped up the Dusties as… Continue Reading

Whoops, There Goes The Revolution

Whoops, There Goes The Revolution

How Rock and Roll Nearly Died When asked to reflect on Elvis’ passing, John Lennon famously said, “Elvis died in the army.” When Elvis entered the Army in 1958 rock and roll was viewed as the soundtrack to rebellious youth. Churches organized public burnings of records, riots happened in nearly every town Presley and his… Continue Reading

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