We want to share the details of our journey so people aren’t left searching for answers. “Knowledge is power when it comes to your health, and aortic conditions are not exception. Through concerts and education events, Rock from the Heart uses music to inspire and provide hope to people affected by aortic disease. Rock from the Heart’s mission is to support families from diagnosis to recovery, connecting them with resources and information that is often hard to find.
We are thrilled to be returning to the Pantages Theatre in 2022!” Our first two events in Minneapolis were well received, and it was tough having to cancel the 2020 event. “We love rock music and music brings people together, so we decided a great way to raise awareness would be to hold a benefit concert,” Pete and Amy said. Grand Funk Railroad includes original founding members Don Brewer (vocals and drums, writer and singer of the multi-million selling hit, Were An American Band).
However, they had not dropped the turbo-charged rock & roll that built their early success and that fact is proven by this exciting double-live album. Pete and Amy Johnson formed Rock from the Heart after Pete was diagnosed with an aortic aneurysm and aortic valve disease, and they struggled to find consistent information on the disease. Caught in the Act (1975) By 1975, Grand Funk Railroad had reached a new level of fame and fortune thanks to pop-friendly albums like Were an American Band and Shinin On. Keyboardist Tim Cashion’s credits include stints with Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band and Robert Palmer. Grand Funk Railroad playing in heavy rain at Korakuen stadium, June 17th, 1971. Bassist Mel Schacher of rock group Grand Funk Railroad performs on stage at Hyde Park, London, 3rd July 1971. Lead guitarist Bruce Kulick is best known for his 12 years with KISS and has credits with Michael Bolton, Meatloaf and Billy Squier. Grand Funk Railroad photo session at shrine on their first visit to Japan, Tokyo, July 1971. Max penned and sang 38’s biggest hit “Second Chance” and was co-founder of California’s legendary Jack Mack and the Heart Attack. Singer Max Carl is a rock veteran from 38 Special. Grand Funk Railroad Known is a high-energy five-piece group including original founding members Don Brewer on vocals and drums, writer and singer of the multi-million selling hit, We’re An American Bandand and bassist Mel Schacher. The annual Rock from the Heart concert returns to the Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis! This year’s show featuring Grand Funk Railroad will raise money and awareness for aortic health while spending the night rocking with “The American Band.” Known as the Fabulous Pack, the Michigan -based group found itself stranded in. Early in 1969 drummer Don Brewer, bassist Mel Schacher, and singer/guitarist Mark Farner contemplated their future as a band.
Announcing the return of the annual Rock from the Heart benefit concert featuring Grand Funk Railroad. Despite management upheavals and the derision of critics, Grand Funk Railroad became one of the most popular bands of the 1970s.