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Rick Astley – Are We There Yet? (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockNovember 22, 2023

Attaining massive international fame during the ‘80s golden era of Pop Rock radio, Rick Astley’s music is easily recognized. With such success found with 1987’s hit parade of “Never Gonna Give You Up,” “Together Forever,” “Whenever You Need Somebody,” and “It Would Take a Strong ... Read More

Interview – Rick Astley

CrypticRockCrypticRockAugust 8, 2018

Back in the late eighties, a 21 year old kid with boyish good looks, smooth dance moves, and amazingly soulful singing voice would rise to international Pop star fame, his name was Rick Astley. Out of England, Astley would quickly be sent through a whirlwind, finding ... Read More

Rick Astley – Beautiful Life (Album Review)

ALfie Vera MellaALfie Vera MellaJuly 13, 2018

From his boyish appeal and deep baritone voice in the ’80s Pop music scene, the English singer Rick Astley has really matured and developed into a more soulful and serious crooner. Not that his string of successful dancefloor stompers and sophisticated love songs from his ... Read More

Rick Astley Soars At The Paramount Huntington, NY 4-17-18

CrypticRockCrypticRockApril 19, 2018

There are a few undeniable milestone birthdays in one’s life – age 1, age 16, age 30, age 40, and of course, turning 50. A 50th birthday is one of the most important a person will ever have, it says you have existed on this earth ... Read More