In the magic factories of R&R I'll talk about that handful of recording studios that captured those magical moments on tape for all time. That unique time from the late 50's thru the early 70's that has never been duplicated. The night Pink Floyd first met the Beatles recording Sgt .Pepper and what they witnessed to amaze and inspire them to experiment in the studio. The night the Four Seasons barely escaped with their lives recording their next #1 hit. Why did John Lennon want to be tied from a rope, hanging from the ceiling while recording at Abbey Road studio ? How did Led Zeppelin come up with "Stairway to Heaven" and what was the devil connection between that song and the Mr. Ed TV show theme ?...And if you ever wondered why we can't quite understand what the Kingsmen were singing on "Louie, Louie" or why the musicians in the studio were stunned and amazed by what happened with Phil Spector recording his masterpiece with Tina Turner...Well. I guess you'll just have to listen ...Enjoy !!

Luther Heggs was a DJ on Cleveland's #1- Oldies station- MAJIC 105.7 from 1991-1999.This episode is 4th in a series to give you a taste of Luther on the air at MAJIC. This a composite recording from his many shows at WMJI.

In Pt.4, a rock secret revealed as to which rock legend would ban you from the recording studio if you dared touch his pickles at a recording session... Ever wonder what a "Wooly Bully" was that Sam the Sham was wailing about ? Luther knows...What Icons of Rock never received a Grammy or had a #1 hit record ... And what song did Tom Jones turn down written by a Beatle because some pinhead at his record label said that it was too slow...Many tales to tell in this episode like what Bill Wyman was doing while the Stones were almost crushed to death and how Luther went cheek to cheek- so to speak- with the King baby ! And what band did Keith Moon really want to be the drummer for instead of the WHO ? ...And finally, what was the last song that John Lennon may have heard the night he died in 1980... It will give you chills...

Luther Heggs was a DJ on Cleveland's #1 - Oldies s station -MAJIC 105.7 WMJI from 1991-1999. This episode is 3rd in a series to give you a taste of Luther on the air at MAJIC. This is a composite recording from his many shows at WMJI.

In Pt. 3, find out what surprise "gift" John Lennon gave to the Bee Gees in his psychedelic Rolls Royce in 1967...What rock n' roll hall of famers were once covered in hot dogs on stage... Who was Carly Simon singing about in the song "Youre So Vain"...What is the Ethel Mertz connection to the Lovin' Spoonful ...Who's the most lickable star in rock and why ...And why did anyone who used the bathrooms at Abbey Road studios in the latter 60's have a smile on their face thanks to the Beatles !... And more from Luther with the stories Dick Clark would never tell ! Enjoy ...

Luther Heggs was a DJ on Cleveland's #1-Oldies station - MAJIC 105.7WMJI from 1991-1999. This episode is second in this series to give you a taste of Luther on the air at MAJIC. This is a composite recording of his many shows at WMJI.

In Pt. 2, hear what rock icon had John Lennon dropping to his knees to kiss his feet in gratitude for creating rock & roll ...What was it about the Mick Jagger that had Elvis convulsing in hysterics of laughter ...Which Motown legend came back after his death with a message for his bandmates... What lead singer was signed for a recording contract because he bore an uncanny resemblance to JFK... How did Ricky Nelson lose his virginity... & what lead singer claimed to be a Martian ...And it's not Elvis !
All will be revealed by Luther Heggs ....

Luther Heggs was a DJ on Cleveland's #1-Oldies station - MAJIC 105.7 WMJI in Cleveland from 1991-1999. This episode is the first in a series to give you a taste of Luther on the air at MAJIC. A composite recording of his many shows at WMJI.

In Pt.1, find out what rock god before becoming famous, played for one night in Sonny & Cher's backup band...The surprising item worn by a legendary singer of soul at Monterey Pop and was unseen by the audience ...What #1 Billboard hit song in 1961 was found in a trash can ? .... What famous bass player takes credit for inventing the term: groupie ? ...Also, find out what really scares Cher about old age...What rock singer got hit in the head with a pipe and that was their ticket to fame ....The voice that John Lennon wanted to spend eternity with ...A call from Keith Richard telling why he still loves the road gigs at his age ... And, did you ever wonder what a Pip is ? ( as in Gladys Knight)....Or, what Beatle was the shortest and biggest Beatle all in one ?... Luther tells all live on the radio in this episode. ....Even where Lurch's earthly remains ended up ...Listen and learn....Thanks

In this episode find out who the older mystery woman was that John Lennon had an affair with before Yoko. Why did Roy Orbison wear shades day and night for 25 years ? Who was the only man in Rock to bite "The King-Elvis" in the leg ? The secret behind why Michael Jackson wore one special pair of shoes on stage. The odd casket one rock guitar slinger was buried in and the special gift placed in that coffin. Who was the first one-armed drummer in rock ? What was the strangest body part to be insured by a rock performer and what did Ringo Starr reveal that only the other three Beatles would know the answer to ? All that and much more in "Rock & Roll Secrets Revealed Prt.1"
With your host - "Luther Heggs"

As a DJ, Luther Heggs was on the air for nearly a decade in the 90's on Cleveland's #1 Oldies Station - MAJIC 105.7-WMJI. Today's episode is a condensed broadcast of Luther from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's - Alan Freed Radio Studio on Feb.3, 1998. It was broadcast worldwide on the internet & simulcast on WMJI-105.7 in Cleveland. Get a taste of what Luther sounded like on MAJIC and find out which rock god told friends that he was an alien from another planet and had webbed feet ! Luther tells the stories Dick Clark would never tell... Prt. 1 of Luther's radio days in the R&R Capital....More to come ! ( The video is on U-Tube /short version - Luther Heggs: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Radio Studio)

Rock Exhibit Preparator Luther Heggs shares the behind the scene stories of some of Rock's most iconic artifacts. His firsthand experience of preparing and installing artifacts that include John Lennon's Sgt. Pepper suit, John's favorite Beatle guitar, Lady Ga Ga's infamous meat dress and touring outfits. Personal stories about the artists and fans connected to these icons of rock. What did John give a 16 year old fan that snuck into his hotel room ? Also, the real story behind the Beatles shocking "Butcher" album cover and what John Farina showed Luther in the trunk of his car ! Also revealed, what things the Rock Hall prefer not to be put on display. Luther lets loose in another episode digging into the goldmine of rock and roll !