combined with a rockin’ soundtrack
was a recipe for spiritual liberation.
Play loud and drive fast — these
things go hand in glove. It’s really
not a coincidence that the popularity of hot rods and custom cars was
concurrent with the rise of rock ’n’
roll — they’re really about the same
thing.
Dart — with my sister Pam. The sound
of that car’s motor is what you hear
at the start of “Manic Mechanic.” Still
have it, along with a mess of others
acquired over the years. Of course,
the Eliminator, the ’33 Ford threewindow coupe gained celebrity status having starred in those videos
and it’s currently back on display at
the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in
When did you start collecting Cleveland. And there’s “CadZZilla”,
cars? Tell me about your collec- a very significant custom car that’s
tion.
been flown around the globe and
Started by sharing a car — a Dodge remains completely roadworthy.
Watch the video for “Sharp Dressed Man” by ZZ Top
New Jersey Stage
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