Hello, Pine Knob

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50 year anniversary of iconic Detroit venue, Pine Knob. Memories with artist interviews over past 50 years. Tags/Keywords: Music, Pine Knob, Detroit, Artist Interviews, Iconic Venue

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At Pine Knob, a 'walk down memory lane' takes you down a tunnel that no longer exists

When Pine Knob opened in 1972, it looked much different than it does today, mostly because of the tunnel that bisected the lawn. In 1983, the tunnel was filled in, increasing the amphitheater's capacity by 2,500. In this episode of 'Hello Pine Knob,' host Gary Graff talks to Joan Malachowski Brandt, the woman who was hired to paint the tunnel with the faces and names of acts that graced the stage at Pine Knob.

Sep 06, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Peter Frampton brought Detroit Rock City to the world from the stage at Pine Knob

Pine Knob is one of the premiere music venues in the world. Need proof? Look no further than Peter Frampton's 'Live in Detroit' documentary that was recorded in the summer of '99 and released the following summer. In this episode of 'Hello Pine Knob,' host Gary Graff talks to Frampton about the storied venue and why it is so endearing.

Aug 30, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 5

For decades, it wasn't summer in Detroit until Eddie Money rocked Pine Knob

Although Eddie Money's first Pine Knob show was in 1983, it was the summer of 1992 when the Money Man began a string of almost 30 consecutive years playing the venue's inaugural show of the season. In this episode of 'Hello Pine Knob,' host Gary Graff chats with the family of the late rocker about Eddie's love for Pine Knob, and their enduring memories. BONUS: This episode features a live performance of 'I Wanna Go Back' from Eddie Money's final show at Pine Knob in 2018.

Aug 23, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 4

After almost 100 shows, Pine Knob feels like home for 'Chicago'

There might not be a band that knows Pine Knob better than Chicago. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers played their 82nd show at the venue earlier this summer -- a Pine Knob record. In this episode of 'Hello Pine Knob', host Gary Graff hangs out with members of the band, detailing their special relationship with the legendary venue.

Aug 16, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 1

A pop-culture icon gets its name back: The story behind Pine Knob becoming Pine Knob again

Pop culture and nostalgia play big roles in our lives -- the Pine Knob Music Theatre plays into both of those things. But, between 2001-2021, Pine Knob was known as DTE Energy Music Theatre. In this episode of 'Hello, Pine Knob', host Gary Graff sits down with 313 Presents President Howard Handler to talk about the decision to bring back the Pine Knob name.

Aug 16, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 2

50 years ago, David Cassidy helped Pine Knob forever change the Detroit music scene

It was June 25, 1972, and the Detroit music scene was about to change forever. On that summer evening, David Cassidy became the first performer to take the stage at the brand new Pine Knob Music Theatre. The rest? It's history. In this episode of 'Hello Pine Knob', host Gary Graff relives that historic night with two attendees from the original show.

Aug 16, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 3

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