November 5, 2009

Kansas Guitarist To Appear On Debut Of  New Talk Show 'Long Live Rock' On Blog Talk Radio. 

Hosting the show will be We Will Rock You's Sterling Whitaker and Classic Rock Revisited's Editor Jeb Wright

Kansas guitarist Rich Williams has been confirmed as the first guest for a new rock music talk show called Long Live Rock. The debut episode will air Sunday, November 8th at 8 PM EST (7 Central) on Blog Talk Radio.
 
Long Live Rock is a live call-in show featuring interviews with some of the greatest rock musicians in the world. The show is a joint venture between two hosts who are already familiar to classic rock fans. Sterling Whitaker is a music journalist and the author of two books; Unsung Heroes of Rock Guitar in 2003, and 2007's The Grand Delusion: The Unauthorized True Story of Styx, which was an Amazon bestseller and garnered rave reviews in Classic Rock magazine, Goldmine, Record Collector and many online media outlets. Whitaker has appeared as a guest on VH1, BBC Radio, and radio all over North America, and also hosts the popular podcast We Will Rock You (www.wewillrockyoublog.com). Jeb Wright is one of the best-known and most respected  interviewers in the genre. As the founder and editor of Classic Rock Revisited (www.classicrockrevisited.com), over the last ten years Wright has interviewed a Who's Who of Rock and Metal artists. He conducts the Jumbotron interviews for the Moondance Jam every year, and in 2009 Wright celebrated the first decade of Classic Rock Revisited by releasing his first book, From The Vaults Series I: Stadium Rock.
 
Richard Williams is the only member of the superstar rock group Kansas to appear on every album and at every concert of the band's three-decade career. Best known for multi-platinum albums like Leftoverture and Point Of Know Return, as well as classic hits like “Carry On Wayward Son” and “Dust In the Wind”, Kansas recently celebrated its 35th anniversary by releasing There's Know Place Like Home on CD, DVD and Blu-ray. Recorded live in the band's home state, the show features a cross section of Kansas classics augmented by a full orchestra, with guest appearances by Kansas alumni Kerry Livgren and Steve Morse.  The DVD  debuted at #5 in Billboard. Rich Williams will be calling in to Long Live Rock to discuss There's Know Place Like Home and his career with Kansas, and taking some listener calls.
 
“This is gonna be awesome!” Jeb Wright exclaims. “Kansas is my favorite band, and I was actually at this show. I love this DVD, and to have Rich Williams as the first guest on our first show is perfect.”
 
“This is definitely a show fans won't want to miss,” Whitaker promises. “Rich is a blast, and Jeb and I have both interviewed him before, so this is like a homecoming of sorts. There's Know Place Like Home is great, and it's doing really well. I can't wait to see what questions fans will have for Rich. I know this is going to be a really special night.”
 
The debut episode of Long Live Rock will air live Sunday, November 8th at 8 PM EST (7 PM Central) at www.blogtalkradio.com/longliverock, and will be available for download thereafter. Fans can call in at (347) 637-3446 with questions. Those without Internet access can call that number and listen to the show via phone.

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AEROSMITH CONSIDERING A NEW SINGER?
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Is the future of Aerosmith up in the air?  Possibly.  Singer Steven Tyler spoke to Classic Rock Magazine, telling them he doesn’t know what he’s doing next but said, “It’s definitely going to be something Steven Tyler: working on the brand of myself.”  The magazine reports Steven and his bandmates are barely talking and the group plans to meet next month to discuss their future and whether they will replace Tyler.  The chance of that is slim, but it’s possible.  Guitarist Brad Whitford said, “I’m not sure how good that would look, it would largely depend on who we could get and who would want to do it. That’s big shoes to fill.”  Brad added, “Nobody could replace Steven or imitate him – he’s one of a kind. But if somebody was willing to do it and the chemistry was right, why not?”  Read more at ClassicRockMagazine.com. 

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ELTON RELEASED FROM HOSPITAL
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After suffering from the flu and e. coli, Elton John has left the hospital.  The singer was released yesterday and his spokesperson told People.com that Elton is doing “fine.”  The Rocket Man had to cancel some shows due to his illness but will pick up his tour with Billy Joel on the 14^th in Oakland, California. 

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SPRINGSTEEN WORKING ON AUTOBIOGRAPHY
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The New York Post reports that Bruce Springsteen is working on an autobiography and book publishers are ready to fight for the rights to it.  One insider in the industry said, “It could be the biggest rock music autobiography of all time,” adding that The Boss could earn up to ten-million dollars for the rights to it.  It might not be too tough for Bruce to pen the memoirs – he has kept journals throughout it career.  Springsteen turned 60 this year. 

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HEAR EARLY SEGER
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Bob Seger is bringing some of his earlier works to CD.  Later this month, the singer will release a ten-song set called Early Seger, Vol. 1.  The record will boast four unreleased tracks along with some re-recorded tunes and covers as well.  Snippets of some songs are now available at BobSeger.com and you can also head to the site to buy the effort on November 27^th.  If you live in the Midwest, you can pick up the CD exclusively at Meijers stores starting on the 24^th. 

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METALLICA’S GOOD DEEDS
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Metallica played in Ottawa, Canada on Tuesday and the band donated a portion of the ticket sales from the sold-out show to the Ottawa Food Bank.  According to CFRA.com, the group raised over eight-thousand dollars for the charity.  Previously, the band donated over 20-thousand bucks to a community services organization in Montreal. 

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SLASH STAYING TIGHTLIPPED ON ALBUM’S GUESTS
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Slash is putting the finishing touches on his upcoming solo album, Slash & Friends, and the former Guns N’ Roses guitarist is talking about the effort – though he’s still not revealing who the “friends” that appear on it are.  The rocker told AOL Music that there is “quite a list” of musicians on the record but he won’t confirm who until “all the ink is dried on all the different contracts.”  Slash did say that there are both pop singers that may surprise fans and rockers that will please fans.  The axeman did note, “The rumors are out there – you sort of know what’s going on.”  Ozzy Osbourne, Alice Cooper and Fergie are among the singers reportedly on the album, which comes out early next year. 

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FOGERTY READY TO GET BACK TO ROCK SOUND
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John Fogerty recently released the country-ish album The Blue Ridge Rangers Rides Again but the singer told Billboard.com that he’s ready to come back to his traditional rock sounds.  John told the site that he’s already at work on new material that is akin to 2007’s Revival album.  As for when we might hear those songs, Fogerty chose not to say explaining, “That’s like predicting the World Series or something.  I’d rather not have that sort of pressure.”  Read more at Billboard.com.   

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NILS NOT SCARED BY BRUCE’S AUDIBLES
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Bruce Springsteen recently announced that he’ll play more full albums live when he performs at Madison Square Garden this weekend.  Tomorrow, The Boss and company will take on The Wild, The Innocent & The E Street Shuffle while on Sunday, they’ll do The River.  Of course, as he often does, expect Springsteen to announce an audible and make the band play a cover.  So does not knowing the set list scare guitarist Nils Lofgren?  He filled us in.

“I don’t know if scares you is the right word but certainly frenetic and emotionally disturbing at times.  But the great thing about Bruce, and as a bandleader I feel like I’m on the same page as him, where it’s about results.  It’s about emotional results.” 

Anyone in the audience at one of The Boss’ shows will no doubt see those emotional results.  For all of Bruce’s dates, head to Springsteen.net. 

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BID ON PHOTOS OF SYD BARRETT
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If you’re a huge Syd Barrett fan and want some photos of the late Pink Floyd singer, you better book airfare to London.  Some shots taken of Barrett at his London apartment are going under the gavel.  The pictures, taken by music photographer Mick Rock, show Syd after the onset of his mental illness and include portraits from Rock’s photoshoot for Barrett’s 1970 solo album, The Madcap Laughs.  According to NME.com, the auction takes place at Phillips de Pury in London on the 21^st. 

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November 4, 2009

ROCK N ROLL FANTASY CAMP TEAMS UP WITH LEGENDARY RADIO PERSONALITY DENNY SOMACH FOR NATIONAL LED ZEPPELIN SONG CONTEST

 

HOLLYWOOD, CA (November 3, 2009) - Denny Somach the legendary syndicated radio jock has teamed up with Rock N Roll Fantasy Camp to pick a Led Zeppelin tune recorded at rock camp. 

 

Each band will have an opportunity to perform their favorite Led Zeppelin song in honor of their 40^th anniversary and with legendary record producers  of Led Zeppelin Ron Nevison and Eddie Kramer. The chosen band’s track will be played on Somach’s Led Zeppelin radio show around the country.

 

Somach’s radio show is a nation-wide Led Zeppelin radio show featured in over 80% of the USA. It can be heard on KLOS Los Angeles or Q104 in New York or go to their website and see where it plays in your local area.

 

For more information on ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP 888.762.2263 (BAND) or visit: http://www.rockcamp.com/

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SPRINGSTEEN TO PLAY MORE ALBUMS
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When Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band play at Madison Square Garden this weekend, they’ll perform some of their albums in their entirety.  On Saturday, the guys will take on 1973’s The Wild, The Innocent & The E Street Shuffle then on Sunday, they’ll play 1980’s The River.   There will also be a full album performed on the last night of the tour, the November 22^nd gig in Buffalo.  No word yet on which record they’ll do there.  Learn more at BruceSpringsteen.net. 

• Over the past month, The Boss has been playing either Born to Run, Born in the U.S.A. or Darkness on the Edge of Town at his shows. 
   

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A BEATLES USB DRIVE
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The Beatles remastered catalog came out this year but their music is still not available digitally.  However, this December, EMI Music will release a limited-edition USB drive boasting the entire Beatles in Stereo remastered set as MP3s.  This way, you will be able to get all 14 albums and 13 mini-documentaries from the set on your computer.  The 16GB drive will be shaped like the iconic Apple logo with “The Beatles” written on it.  Only 30-thousand drives will be made and you can learn more about them at TheBeatles.com.   

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MUSTAINE TALKS ABOUT TOUR CANCELLATION
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Slayer and Megadeth had to cancel their Canadian Carnage tour because Slayer’s singer, Tom Araya, needed surgery.  Now, Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine has commented on the cancellation.  He wrote on his band’s Web site that the group sends their best wishes to Tom and hope for a speedy recovery.  The dates will be reschedule but Dave says “the most important thing is Tom’s rehabilitation.”  Read more at Megadeth.com. 

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AC/DC ARE AUSTRALIA’S RICHEST ENTERTAINERS
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AC/DC have had a pretty good year with their successful tour and if that weren’t enough, the group has just been named the richest entertainers in Australia.  Australian business magazine BRW reports that the band dislodged children’s group The Wiggles from the number one spot.  AC/DC earned 105-million Australian dollars (95-million U-S dollars) this year, nine times what they made last year.  The article reports the rockers’ strategy of selling tickets for less than 150 dollars benefitted their worldwide sales.  Read more at TheAge.com.au.

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SLASH IS NOT REUNITING WITH GN’R
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Slash gets asked a lot of questions by fans and press, but there’s one he’d love it if people stop posing to him.  The guitarist told BBC 6 Music that folks have to understand he is never rejoining Guns N’ Roses.  Slash said, “I just feel for people that don’t seem to get it.  All things considered, it’s been a really long time, and everybody’s moved on.”  Nonetheless, Slash does appreciate his time with the band and the effect the group had on fans.  He said, “I feel bad for them that it’s not around – but it is what it is.”  Read more at BBC.co.uk. 

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THEM CROOKED VULTURES RELEASE FREE TRACK
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Them Crooked Vultures are getting ready to release their debut album on November 17^th and the supergroup is celebrating by dropping a new song. “Mind Eraser, No Chaser” is now on iTunes as a free download. On the same day their album comes out, Them Crooked Vultures will head out on a U-S tour, kicking things of in Los Angeles. RELATED CUT: Dave Grohl on Them Crooked Vultures playing in L-A.

·         (Cut #1) “Yah we are playing L-A on the 17^th. We’re playing The Wiltern on the 17^th. Everybody, Boo Ya!”

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A 2010 ROLLING STONES TOUR?
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Could The Rolling Stones be planning a tour for next year?  Guitarist Ronnie Wood is hinting that it might happen.  The rocker told BBC 6 Music that he recently saw Mick Jagger and Charlie Wats and “everything is great.”  Ronnie went on to say he was confident the band could tour next year.  The group has been off the road since wrapping up their Bigger Bang tour in 2007. 

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BRIAN MAY WANTS TO PLAY WITH ROBERT PLANT
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If Robert Plant ever needs an amazing guitarist, Queen’s Brian May has volunteered himself.  May told BBC 6 Music, “I’d play with Robert any time and when we have played together he’s wonderful.  Robert is a rock god and an inspiration to us all, always will be.”  Plant might perform at England’s Glastonbury festival next year and Brian said he’d love to help out the Led Zeppelin legend at the event.  Read more at Gigwise.com. 

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IOMMI RECOVERING WELL
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Heaven & Hell guitarist Tony Iommi recently received a stem-cell treatment on his injured hand and the rocker is talking about how he’s doing.  Iommi told BBC News that “it’s coming on alright” and while he has to wait to see if there are permanent results, “It’s been six weeks but it’s feeling great.”  Read more at News.BBC.co.uk. 

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HALFORD’S NEW VIDEO
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Rob Halford has posted a new video.  It’s to his group Halford’s tune “Get Into The Spirit,” which is off the band’s new holiday album, Halford III – Winter Songs.  The clip features the Judas Priest singer performing the song with Halford in a recording studio.  Check it out for yourself at MetalGodShop.com.  Winter Songs is out now. 

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GET A MEAT LOAF DVD
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Meat Loaf released his iconic album Bat Out Of Hell in 1977 and the following year, he appeared on the German music show Rockpalast.  Now, that appearance is coming to DVD.  The disc is called Bat Out of Hell: The Original Tour and boasts live versions of hits like “You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth” and “Paradise By the Dashboard Light.”  Check out the DVD when it comes out on Tuesday. 

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K.K. DOWNING TALKS GOLF
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Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing is not just a rocker, he’s an avid golfer too, and he recently spoke to Golf365 about his hobby.  In the interview, K.K. revealed Def Leppard got him into the sport after challenging him to a game.  Since then, he’s been playing at courses across the world.  Read what he has to say about golf over at Golf365.co.za.  

 

 

November 03, 2009

NEW OLD GROUP FEATURES KROKUS LEAD SINGER MARC STORACE
TEA never left and yet they are back ! 

Founded in 1971, they played their last of around 250 concerts in 1977.

Having released 3 studio- as well as one "Best of" album and 3 singles they disappeared from the scene but in fact TEA never split .

On Friday, November 13th, 2009, TEA RELOADED will be released on CD (www.cede.ch) and available for download on i-Tunes. It is a compilation with songs of the first three studio albums, that are considered rarities these days. Included are the two songs from the first Single „Good Times/Judy“, which have never been released on an album or CD before.

JUDY    3:08                                                                                                                              BREAKDOWN 7:13
SURFER 6:00                                                                                                                        CRYSTAL RIVERS 2:47
HAZY COLOURS 6:33                                                                                                        
LET’S PLAY THE MUSIC 4:07
GOOD TIMES 3:15                                                                                                               EVERYTHING 2:49
LADY 7:03                             
GILDED CAGE 4:21                                                                                                
HATRED OR LOVE 3:37                     
ALEXANDRA 3:38  
THE SHIP 6:48                                                                                                          

After all these years TEA will play a showcase in the famous Mascotte Bellevue Club in Zurich.  It is not a comback show or a reunion gig. The „boys“ just long to play again live in front of an audience and they are open to more gigs in the future .......

TEA are pleased to invite you and company to join the showcase on December 1.  The concert starts at 20:30 hours. Your name is on the guestlist, and therefore you have priority entry before 19:30 hours. After that a „first come - first serve“ system applies.

Danorama Promotions GmbH www.myspace.com/teaonline

TEA 2009: Armand Volker (guitar), Marc Storace (vocals), Roli Eggli (drums),
Chris Egger (keys),  Dan Allenspach (bass)

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CHICKENFOOT NAMED BEST NEW BAND AT CLASSIC ROCK MAGAZINE AWARDS

 

Classic Rock Magazine last night named "Chickenfoot" as 2009's 'Best New Band' at their annual awards ceremony that took place at London's Park Lane Hotel. While unable to attend the London ceremony, the band recorded a personalized video acceptance speech which played out to rapturous applause.

The star studded event was attended by such legends as Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin, Pete Townshend of The Who, Ron Wood of the Rolling Stones,  Brian May of Queen, Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Jeff Beck, Paul Rodgers of Bad Company, Iggy Pop, Slash of Guns N' Roses, Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath, Joey Tempest of Europe, Ginger Baker of Cream, Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders, Carl Palmer of ELP and members of Iron Maiden,  Anthrax, Anvil, Marillion, ZZ Top, Uriah Heep and Mott the Hoople.

The prestigious award follows a successful year for the band, including sold out concerts and their debut album going Gold in America. The band will also release a new Deluxe Edition of their eponymous debut album in the UK on Monday November 9th, available through the earMUSIC label.

Comprised of drummer Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), bassist Michael Anthony (ex-Van Halen), guitarist Joe Satriani and vocalist Sammy Hagar (ex-Van Halen), Chickenfoot have been hailed as one of the most exciting rock and roll bands in recent years and this limited edition 2-Disc Deluxe set will include a bonus DVD disc featuring over 60 minutes of exclusive live footage, behind the scenes interviews and the official promotional videos for the singles 'Oh Yeah' and 'Soap On A Rope'.

Read the full official online Chickenfoot Deluxe Edition announcement here - http://www.noblepr.co.uk/Press_Releases/earmusic/chickenfoot.htm
 

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Guitar Guru GARY HOEY Embarks On The Annual HO! HO! HOEY TOUR 2009

 

Tour Starts November 20^th in Detroit, MI

 

HOLLYWOOD (November 3, 2009) –Ax-slinger Gary Hoey is the brains behind the annual HO! HO! HOEY ROCKIN HOLIDAY TOUR. Along with a series of Christmas CDs Gary Hoey’s on-air station visits have become a staple at hundreds of radio stations nationwide.  His live rock and roll Christmas show continues to grow new fans each year.  This tour has become so trademark to Hoey that Hallmark’s musical greeting cards features two Ho Ho Hoey classics.

 

TOUR DATES

 

11/20/2009                   DETROIT, MI                              BLONDIES

11/21/2009                   SCHAUMBURG, IL                     CITY LIMITS

11/22/2009                   MILWAUKEE, WI                       VNUKS

11/27/2009                   DES MOINES, IA                       PRAIRIE MEADOWS CASINO

11/29/2009                   KANSAS CITY, MO                    KNUCKLEHEADS

12/2/2009                     COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA                 WHISKEY                                   

12/3/2009                     MARYLAND HEIGHTS, MO          HARRAH’S VOODOO LOUNGE

12/05/2009                   MANCHESTER, NH                     ROCK 101 CHRISTMAS SHOW

12/8/2009                     SELLERSVILLE, PA                      SELLERSVILLE THEATER

12/11/2009                   ARCADIA, CA                           ARCADIA BLUES CLUB

12/12/2009                   RIVERSIDE, CA                         VOODOO LOUNGE

12/15/2009                   EXETER, CA                              ORANGE BLOSSOM JUNCTION

12/16/2009                   SOLANA BEACH, CA                  BELLY UP

12/17/2009                   BAKERSFIELD, CA                     FISHLIPS

12/19/2009                   SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA   THE COACH HOUSE

 

The HO HO HOEY TOUR is more than a Christmas Tour – Hoey has been raising funds for many charities along the way of his Holiday travels. Hoey has brought joy to charities such as the

Connecticut Children's Hospital Metal Health Concerts (2006, 2007 & 2008) as well as auctioning himself off for private guitar lessons to support the New Hampshire Food Bank's "Lend A Helping Can" food drive four years in a row raising over $5,000 for families in need, Toys for Tots with the Marine Corps and his guitar auctions for the Boys & Girls Club in Visalia, CA for 2007 & 2008 has raised over $25,000.

 

In 1993 Hoey launched his career and since built a collection of 16 albums and five (5) top 20 Billboard hits. It is no wonder Hoey is listed in the top 100 greatest guitar players of all time. Whether it’s rock, blues, surf or Christmas, Hoey’s command of each style makes his live show one of the most exciting on the circuit today.

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RUSH TO BRAINSTORM
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According to Rush drummer Neil Peart, the guys from the band are set to have a pow-wow where they plan to discuss “another kind of ‘reinvention.’”  The rocker revealed on his Web site that with the shape of the music industry, the group wants to brainstorm on what exactly they should do next.  Neil said they don’t have any ideas yet but will meet this month in L-A and figure out their future.  Among the possibilities are releasing just a couple of songs, doing a rhythmic concept record, recording with an orchestra or even working on film-and-music projects.  We won’t know for a bit what Rush decide to do but you can read all about Neil’s thoughts on the upcoming meeting at NeilPeart.net. 

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VAN HALENS GET AUDIS
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Not only do Eddie and Alex Van Halen play in the same band, they now drive the same car.  According to TMZ, the pair of rockers went to an Audi dealer last Friday.  Each purchased a silver Audi R8 for 120-thousand dollars a piece.  For more info on the car, head to AudiUSA.com. 

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STILLS ROOTING FOR A HOLLIES ROCK HALL INDUCTION
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David Crosby and Stephen Stills each have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice – Crosby for The Byrds, Stills for Buffalo Springfield and both for Crosby, Stills & Nash.  Meanwhile, their CSN bandmate, Graham Nash, only has the one induction with the group.  However, that may soon change as Nash’s other band, The Hollies, are nominated for induction in 2010.  So what does Stephen think of that? He told us at last week’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 25^th anniversary celebration concert.   

“It’s about time.  I’ve been lobbying [Rock and Roll Hall of Fame co-founder] Jann [Wenner] for a long time.  I’ve really thought it should’ve happened.  I just think they so deserve it and I feel so good for Allan Clarke, Clarke is a great singer.  And besides, with me and David having two, we were never going to hear the end of it. So it’s about time. I’m very, very happy for him and I’ve been stuffing ballots for a month.” 

500 voters are currently sending in their ballots, deciding who will be the ones inducted into the Hall of Fame.  Those names will be announced in January.  The induction takes place in New York on March 15^th. 

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ROCKERS WIN AT ROLL OF HONOR AWARDS
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Classic Rock magazine held their annual Roll of Honor Awards this week, and some big names in rock were there to celebrate.  Iggy Pop, Ronnie Wood and Tony Iommi were among the attendees watching the event and they all went home with a trophy too.  Iggy was honored as a Living Legend while Ronnie won Outstanding Contribution and Tony accepted Best Reissue on behalf of Black Sabbath.  Other big winners include Chickenfoot for Best New Band, AC/DC for Album of the Year for Black Ice, and Iron Maiden for Band of the Year.  ClassicRockMagazine.com has all the winners. 

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THE STOOGES REHEARSING FOR TOUR
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Next year, The Stooges are set to tour with guitarist James Williamson filling in for the late Ron Asheton.  It will mark the first time in nearly 20 years that the group has played with James as their axeman.  Singer Iggy Pop spoke to the BBC about the upcoming trek saying, “The band have been rehearsing more without me than with me because I’ve been doing other things this year.  But we have been rehearsing all together more recently.”  The guys have a one-off show in Brazil in a few weeks before kicking off the real touring in 2010.  Read more at News.BBC.co.uk.    

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BILLY F. GIBBONS LIKES THE SUBWAY
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ZZ Top played in England last week and guitarist Billy Gibbons had a not-so-rockstar way of getting to the concert at Wembley Stadium – he took the subway.  The rocker told the BBC News that he is ultimately just a tourist and wanted to ride the Tube, which is actually one of the fastest ways to get around London.  No word yet on how Billy will arrive at the band’s next show.  That takes place on Tuesday in Milwaukee. 

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BUY “GIVE PEACE A CHANCE” FOR A GOOD CAUSE
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The Plastic Ono Band’s anthem “Give Peace a Chance” is celebrating its 40^th anniversary and to mark the occasion, proceeds from a commemorative single will be donated to the United Nations Peacebuilding Fund.  The anniversary version of the song, which came out yesterday, is only available on iTunes and the donation will be made if you get the track between now and December 31^st.  Yoko Ono, Sean Lennon, Julian Lennon and EMI Music are all responsible

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November 2, 2009

 

THIN LIZZY: ARE YOU READY RELEASED ON DVD THIS MONTH


 New York, NY (November 2, 2009)—Like American Bandstand or Top Of The Pops, German Television’s Rockpalast series has played a pivotal role in showcasing many classic bands. On November 10, Eagle Rock Entertainment will a release phenomenal performance from Thin Lizzy [MSRP $11.98]
 
Paving the way for countless hard rock bands, Thin Lizzy is one of Ireland’s most legendary exports. Led by the late Phil Lynott, and rounded out by guitarists Scott Gorham and Snowy White, keyboardist Darren Wharton, and drummer Brian Downey, this collective’s use of heavy guitar licks and catchy sing-a-longs were a perfect fit for Rockpalast. They hit the stage in 1981, rousing the crowds with barroom anthems such as “Don’t Believe A Word,” “Jailbreak,” and “The Boys Are Back In Town.” This DVD, Are You Ready, follows another 2009 Thin Lizzy release, as VH1 Classic Records released the live CD Still Dangerous in March.
 
This release continues Eagle’s growing collection of Rockpalast Concert DVDs, which includes recent releases Little Feat’s Skin It Back: Live In Germany (released September 22, 2009), ZZ Top’s Double Down Live (released October 20, 2009), and the upcoming Meat Loaf Bat Out of Hell: The Original Tour DVD, to be released November 10 as well.
 
 
Links to Clips Of Performance:

Thin Lizzy :
Waiting For An Alibi - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oayeRmQPQTU <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oayeRmQPQTU>

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REPRISE RECORDS ANNOUNCES NEXT PERFORMANCE SERIES RELEASE FROM NEIL YOUNG WILL BE DREAMIN’ MAN LIVE ’92, DUE DECEMBER 8, 2009
ALBUM FEATURES INTIMATE SOLO ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCES OF ALL TRACKS FROM YOUNG’S 1992 ALBUM HARVEST MOON

Neil Young Declared MusiCares 2010 Person of the Year


Burbank, CA – As part of its ongoing Archives Performance Series with legendary singer-songwriter Neil Young, Reprise Records will release Dreamin’ Man Live ’92, on December 8, 2009, on CD, while the vinyl pressing will be released on January 12, 2010. The album is a complete live performance of Young’s album Harvest Moon drawn from various solo acoustic shows he performed in 1992 before the actual release of the Harvest studio recording, which makes this performance even more unique.

Dreamin’ Man Live ’92 revisits Harvest Moon 17 years after its release by pulling together a series of intimate solo acoustic performances Young did at the time. The album was produced by Young and John Hanlon and recorded and mixed by Tim Mulligan.

The track-listing for Dreamin’ Man Live ’92 is as follows:

“Dreamin’ Man”
“Such A Woman”
“One Of These Days”
“Harvest Moon”
“You And Me”
“Hank To Hendrix”
“Unknown Legend”
“Old King”
“Natural Beauty”
“War Of Man”

In other news, Neil Young has been declared MusiCares “Person of the Year” for 2010. Neil Young is known almost as well for his charity and philanthropy work as he is for his music. The Farm Aid co-founder who also raises millions of dollars annually for physically and mentally impaired children via Bridge School Concerts will be honored as MusiCares Person of the Year for 2010.

"Neil has set a standard of artistic integrity and iconoclastic creativity for more than four decades, and his achievements have been matched by his unwavering humanitarianism," Neil Portnow, president/CEO of the Recording Academy and the MusiCares Foundation said in a statement.

Young will receive the award at a reception in LA on January 29th, right before the Grammy Awards. Proceeds from the annual GRAMMY Week gala dinner and concert honoring Young will provide essential support for MusiCares, which ensures that music people have a place to turn to in times of financial, medical and personal need.


About MusiCares: MusiCares provides a safety net of critical assistance for music people in times of need. MusiCares' services and resources cover a wide range of financial, medical and personal emergencies, and each case is treated with integrity and confidentiality. MusiCares also focuses the resources and attention of the music industry on human service issues that directly impact the health and welfare of the music community.

Dreamin’ Man Live ’92 is the latest release in the line of new as well as Archive-related recordings that includes his studio album Fork in the Road in April, the eight-CD Archives Volume 1 1963-1972 series, and CD reissues of the first four of Young’s classic solo albums, 1969’s Neil Young and Everybody Knows This is Nowhere, 1970’s After the Gold Rush, and 1972’s Harvest.