Big Rig Music Report for March 16th on 102.5 KZOK

James Hetfield of Metallica recently proposed to his girlfriend, Adriana Gillett, with a unique underwater proposal while swimming with whale sharks. The proposal took place underwater, with James holding a sign that read, “Adriana Gillett, will you marry me?” The couple shared this special moment on social media, with Adriana expressing her joy at the romantic gesture.

Rock fans have been participating in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Fan Vote, with New Edition taking the lead from Phil Collins after three weeks. INXS and Sade also moved up in the rankings, while Wu-Tang Clan surpassed Mariah Carey. With close to five million votes cast, the top ten nominees include New Edition, Phil Collins, Pink, Luther Vandross, INXS, Sade, Billy Idol, Wu-Tang Clan, Mariah Carey, and Lauryn Hill.

Rush marked the release of the deluxe version of their 1984 album “Grace Under Pressure” with a special performance from Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto. The re-edited concert film includes unreleased performances and is available in multiple configurations. Geddy Lee recalled how this album signaled a new musical direction for the band, showcasing a range of new technologies. The deluxe edition also features Terry Brown’s newly remixed version of the album and the complete setlist of the Toronto concert.

David Gilmour’s iconic “Black Strat” guitar set a record as the most expensive guitar ever sold, fetching $14.55 million at auction. The guitar, played by Gilmour on several Pink Floyd albums, surpassed Kurt Cobain’s guitar as the highest-selling instrument. Additionally, guitars once owned by Jerry Garcia and David Gilmour set new records at Christie’s auction of music memorabilia belonging to the late Jim Irsay. The auction saw a total of 14 new records set, including the highest amount paid for a guitar auction and various Beatles and Clapton memorabilia.

The recent events in the world of rock music and the music industry have shown the enduring popularity and significance of iconic bands and musicians. From special underwater proposals to record-breaking guitar sales and memorable performances, the rock world continues to captivate fans and showcase the talents of legendary artists.