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AOTM: John Mellencamp Exhibit at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

AOTM: John Mellencamp Exhibit at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Singer-songwriter.  Painter. Farm Aid pioneer. Rock and Roll Hall of Famer. John Mellencamp’s career has always been on his own terms and his art has always focused the everyday man. This is what has helped him connect the most with his fans. Now fans will have an opportunity to see some of John Mellencamp’s favorite…MORE

AOTM: The Soundtracks of John Mellencamp

AOTM: The Soundtracks of John Mellencamp

For many, the name John Mellencamp is synonymous with music. “Jack and Diane”, “Rain on the Scarecrow”, “Small Town”, and many other songs propelled him to the top of the charts and connected him to the blue collar life. What many do not know is the versatility of Mellencamp’s talents. Also an accomplished painter, he…MORE

AOTM: Mellencamp’s Farm Aid 2017 Sells Out on First Day

AOTM: Mellencamp’s Farm Aid 2017 Sells Out on First Day

“Farmers have a tremendous impact on the quality of food that we eat. But it takes a lot of effort from the consumer to make that work. The consumer and the family farmer have to work together.” — John Mellencamp In recent years, a lot of consideration has been brought to the table about the…MORE

AOTM: John Mellencamp, Americana Rocker and Accomplished Painter

AOTM: John Mellencamp, Americana Rocker and Accomplished Painter

John Mellencamp began his career rocking listeners through blue collar America and brought to light the struggles of the Midwest farmer. The award-winning and chart-topping musician penned some of the most notable songs of the heartland, but this guy from the heartland does more than write music and encourage political awareness. Over the years, John…MORE

AOTM: Listen to John Mellencamp Sing “Dark as a Dungeon”

AOTM: Listen to John Mellencamp Sing “Dark as a Dungeon”

John Mellencamp has been outspoken on politics for a number of years. From his involvement with Farm Aid to his music and interviews, he is vocal on his political beliefs. It is no surprise then that Mellencamp is involved on some level with the current debate on coal and clean energy.  In a documentary created…MORE

AOTM: Tom Petty Says Songwriting is Like Fishing

AOTM: Tom Petty Says Songwriting is Like Fishing

When people look at Tom Petty’s career, they see a man who has achieved the rock-n-roller’s dream. He has released thirteen studio albums with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, three solo albums, received multiple nominations and awards acknowledging his contributions to the industry, and been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Articulate and forthcoming,…MORE

AOTM: Tom Petty Receives the 2017 Musicares Person of the Year

AOTM: Tom Petty Receives the 2017 Musicares Person of the Year

  The Grammys immediately bring to mind music awards, awesome live performances, and star-studded after parties. The annual award ceremony also supports a charity called Musicares. Each year, the Grammys select one artist to be their Person of the Year. In 2017, Tom Petty received that honor, gave an amazing speech, and overall helped raise…MORE

AOTM: Petty Got Plagiarized and Handled It Professionally

AOTM: Petty Got Plagiarized and Handled It Professionally

Two years ago, Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne found themselves in an interesting predicament. A new artist named Sam Smith had released a song titled “Stay with Me”. It became a Grammy-winning hit, however, the song was so similar to the Petty/Lynne composition “I Won’t back Down” that it was addressed in court. Through the…MORE

WOGB has Your Stevie Nicks Tickets!

WOGB has Your Stevie Nicks Tickets!

  Stevie Nicks has been out on her 24 Karat Gold tour and is making a stop at the Resch Center in Green Bay on August 23, 2017. Tickets go on sale June 23rd at 11am, but you can get them early on June 22 with our WOGB special access code. Click on this link…MORE

AOTM: Petty, Clapton, Harrison, Dylan, Young, and McGuinn All Walk into a Rehearsal

AOTM: Petty, Clapton, Harrison, Dylan, Young, and McGuinn All Walk into a Rehearsal

Back in 1992, Bob Dylan held a star-studded 30th Anniversary Concert at Madison Square Garden. Performers included Tom Petty, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Neil Young, and Roger McGuinn; just to name a few. The concert wasn’t just a coming together of music legends, it was also a concert dedicated to the music: Dylan said on…MORE

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Put WOGB on Your Tree!!!

Put WOGB on Your Tree!!!

‘Tis the season to deck the halls and sing along with the Classic Holidays Hits on WOGB! Oh, and some winning too…Listen to WOGB for your chance to win a WOGB Ornament that’ll look great on your tree……and it comes with the chance to win some great prizes…Prizes like concert tickets, dinners out, car washes…

The WOGB Artist of the Month for November is Billy Joel!!

The WOGB Artist of the Month for November is Billy Joel!!

Can you believe it’s already November?! It’s a big month with Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and the start to the holiday season so here at 103.1 WOGB we knew we needed a big name for Artist of the Month who was up to the task. Billy Joel is such an artist and the perfect…