On February 23, 1967, across the Great Pond at Abbey Road Studios, The Beatles were recording "Lovely Rita" for Sgt. Pepper. Meanwhile, at the Augusta General Hospital, I let out my first cry to the world. Twenty years later, I played "Lovely Rita" on the radio station I grew up with, WBLM. Taking over the Night Flight for the Captain, who moved to host The WBLM Morning Show, a teenage dream was realized. I'm a dyed-in-wool Mainah. In the '80s at Cony High School, I had a different colored Blimp t-shirt for each day of the week. When I'm not rockin' live with BLM, I'm rockin' at home in Westbrook with my wife, Sherry, and sons, Sam and Carter. Rip it hahd weekday afternoons at work and on the way home! Like me on Facebook! And remember, if the conniption fits, wear it!
The Guru
Blimp Time-Hop: ‘Let’s Get Rocked’ With Def Lep At CCCC In 1993
This was also the debut appearance for Portland of new guitarist, Vivian Campbell formerly of Dio and Whitesnake who now filled the spot left by the late-great Steve Clark.
Now There’s An Adorable Maine Baby Goats In Pajamas Music Video
It only makes sense that there would be a song inspired by and starring some of Maine's biggest tiny celebrities.
Blimp Time-Hop: The First Portland Show From Metallica In 1989
32 years ago today, Metallica brought the Damaged Justice tour to the Cumberland County Civic Center.
The Red Barn In Augusta Announces April Reopening Date
Here's comes a hopeful example of things getting closer to the way they once were.
Blimp Time-Hop: David Lee Roth Rocks The Civic Center In 1988
33 years ago today, Diamond Dave returned to the Cumberland County Civic Center on the Skyscraper World Tour with Steve Vai on guitar.
The Guru’s 5 Favorite Vegan Items from NoPigNeva
I was pretty excited when my wife, Sherry, discovered NoPigNeva, a new online grocer of plant-based foods. They offer basically everything vegans want but can't find in traditional grocery stores in our area.
You know how you still crave chicken wings, lasagna with tons of cheese and all the other stuff you have always loved, even though you're committed to a plant-based diet...
Maine’s Own ‘Survivor’ Series Is Back With An Intense New Episode
This week's episode features an immunity challenge that requires a steady hand and focused concentration. The competitors must balance balls on a square wooden platform. I'm thinking the feat is much harder to pull off than it sounds.
Looks Like It’s Time For Maine’s Official Mud Season Music Video
It appears we've survived another winter. Now it's time to endure that soft, sinking transition from cold weather to warm weather with this funny song from Lovell's Flooded Cellar band.
WATCH: Vehicles Get Rocked By Frost Heaves In New Hampshire
Now we know we shouldn't be finding joy watching unsuspecting drivers get launched by wicked bad frost heaves. But, we just can't help ourselves.
New Episodes Of Maine Cabin Masters Return Starting Monday Night
The absence of current episodes over the past few Monday nights has made fans rabid for new lakeside renovation stories from Maine.
Scarborough Police Would Like Help Finding This Veteran’s Cap
If anybody in Blimpville happens to come across the hat he's wearing in the photo, please call the Scarborough Police at 207-883-6361 and ask for Officer Weed.
The Scottish Festival In Old Orchard Beach Is Scheduled For June
Safely celebrate Celtic heritage on June 5th at Veterans Memorial Park.
Help Police Find This Maine Teen Missing Since Last Week
Two Maine Police departments would appreciate our help spreading the word about a 15-year-old from Oakland, who had been living at New Beginnings in Lewiston.
Blimp Time-Hop: Billy Squier Rocks A Sellout Show At CCCC In 1983
This was also the second Portland appearance by opener Def Leppard who had just released their breakthrough album Pyromania in January. What a night out!
Ice Racing One Last Time For the Season Upta Moosehead Saturday
As the sun moves north and we welcome the vernal equinox, there's one last day at the ice races.
Blimp Time-Hop: Bruce & E Street Bring Spring To Maine In 1977
It was 44 years ago today at the Central Maine Youth Center in Lewiston. The one and only Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band made their second trek to the Pine Tree State.