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Tuesday, May 22, 2012R.I.P. CC BANANA: It is with great sadness I must again report of an untimely death in the hard rock community. Comic and all-round good guy CC Banana has tragically taken his own life overnight in the USA. CC (or Tony to his friends) was a terrific guy and had a lasting passion for hard rock/metal. And although I never met him in person, I must say that dealing with him was always a pleasure and I know many will feel his loss greatly and wish CC had found another way out of recent troubles. He leaves a lasting positive impression upon many. A more detailed write up can be found at Metal Sludge, a site he did a lot of reporting for: www.metalsludge.tv/home/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2817&Itemid=42 R.I.P. CC and R.I.P. also to the great Robin GibbLOVE SONGS FOR THE END OF THE WORLD:Rick Springfield has announced the title for his new studio album from the stage of one of his live shows this week. It will be called Love Songs For The End Of The World, with the lead single likely to be I Hate Myself. Rick also mentioned that fellow 80s rock God John Waite would guest on the album. Stay tuned for more.FRONTIERS RECORDS YOUTUBE UPDATES: Frontiers Records have posted two more new videos today - the first for the new Richard Marx single Wouldn't Let Me Love You (released digitally this week). The second clip is the label's new promo spot for their May releases, all out now. xxCD SHOWCASE UPDATED: Metal Heaven will release the new Driver album Countdown this week and the new Herman Frank album June 22. Samples of all tracks from both albums are launched today in the CD Showcase section. Check them out now!AXXIS CROSS THAT LINE: If you love testing your patience with covers album, German rockers Axxis have a new one out. The band is causing me severe ear damage by covering Celine Dion'sMy Heart Will Go On as I type this. But for those that simply don't heed warnings, here are all the details of the album, out now. Tracklist: 01. Owner of a Lonely Heart (Yes cover) 05:22 02. Ma Baker (Boney M. cover) 04:37 03. Stayin' Alive (Bee Gees cover) 04:18 04. Die Roboter (Kraftwerk cover) 04:04 05. White Wedding (Billy Idol cover) 04:26 06. Another Day in Paradise (Phil Collins cover) 04:33 07. Message in a Bottle (The Police cover) 04:25 08. Locomotive Breath (Jethro Tull cover) 03:55 09. Live is Life (Opus cover) 04:16 10. Somebody to Love (Great Society/Jefferson Airplane cover) 03:05 11. Don't Bring Me Down (Electric Light Orchestra cover) 04:01 12. My Heart Will Go On (Céline Dion cover) 04:30 13. I Was Made for Lovin' You (Kiss cover) 04:13.
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MELODIC BRIEFS: There is a Jason Becker movie screening planned at the Odeon in Sheffield on June 16. More info here: www.jasonbeckermovie.comKill Devil Hill the new project featuring acclaimed drummer Vinny Appice (Black Sabbath, Heaven and Hell, Dio) and bassist Rex Brown, (Pantera, Down) guitar slinger Mark Zavon and lead vocalist Dewey Bragg will be released tomorrow in North America via SPV/Steamhammer. The album will be available in a standard CD edition, iTunes digital download, and Double Gatefold LP. The band has completed work on a video for the album's first single "Strange". Today the band debuts the clip exclusively on Noisecreep. Get a first look at the video for "Strange" HERE. On June 1, the brand new Chasing Violets' official website will be online. Learn more about Sarah & Mélissa Fontaine and their exciting new band Chasing Violets featuring the most talented musicians from the AOR world. Check it out now. www.chasingviolets.fr.
Monday, May 21, 2012RUSH CONFIRMED FOR SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL 2013!: Show to feature full stage production! First European festival appearance in 35 years! Press Release: It is a great honor, in more ways than one, for us to introduce Rush as the first announcement for Sweden Rock Festival 2013. Firstly, they are one of the most legendary and influential rock bands in history with total album sales exceeding 40 million; secondly, this marks the Sweden Rock Festival debut that so many have longed for; and last but not least this will be Rush's first appearance at a European festival in 35 years! Rush are arguably world champions of timing. Ever since their 1974 debut they have constantly been on par with the progress of rock, and more than once they have accelerated it. They have paved the way for such sub genres as progressive metal, synth rock and alternative metal. Their skill and discipline on their instruments have influenced countless musicians (to name but a few; Metallica, Queensrÿche, Dream Theater and the Foo Fighters). They have raised the intellectual bar for rock lyrics with their fascination for philosophy, natural science and literature. And lest we forget, they released and keep releasing successful and groundbreaking albums, including classics as 2112 (1976), A farewell to kings (1977), Moving pictures (1981), Power windows (1985), Counterparts (1993) and Vapor Trails (2002). The Canadian trio's new studio album Clockwork Angels will be released on June 11th. The first single, Headlong flight, is out now. In 2004, Rush played in Sweden for the first time in 25 years, selling out the Globe Arena in Stockholm. The overwhelming audience response marked the beginning of a passionate love story between the band and Sweden, and on June 8th 2013 they will be back again. The event promises to be a magnificent assault on all senses Geddy Lee (vocals/bass), Alex Lifeson (guitar) and Neil Peart (drums) tell us that the stage production will be one of the greatest in Rush's entire history, and the biggest they have ever brought to Europe. Their show at Sweden Rock Festival will be the only festival appearance in Europe, and the band's first festival appearance since they played at Pinkpop in Holland in 1977. Rush will bring their full stage production to Sweden Rock!Sweden Rock Festival 2013 will take place June 5-8 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. It is a four-day festival with a total of 80 bands performing on five outdoor stages. Tickets will be made available September 25th. More info can be found at www.swedenrock.com.DAVID LEE ROTH SETS FANS STRAIGHT:Van Halen have announced (via a David Lee Roth "public relations" Video) that their current tour will be expanded and should take up the rest of 2012 and well into 2013. That is in contrast to the recent news that 30 US dates were being postponed. It seems however, that the band have changed initial plans and are now thinking further ahead than many expected them to. The US dates have been postponed in order to allow the band breathing space between legs, which now look to include the postponed US cities and other major US stops for a second time as well and international destinations Japan and Australia (c'mon down lads). There is no word if Europe is back on the band's radar, after an initial 2011 tour there was cancelled before being officially announced. Hear Dave for yourself if you have not yet already done so. HARDLINE'S FEVER DREAMS VIDEO DEBUT:Hardline have a video available - Fever Dreams - Taken from the album Danger Zone out on Frontiers Records. Release dates: EU: May 18th 2012 / NA: May 22th 2012. For more info: www.frontiers.it. Frontiers Records is proud to present the new issue of Melodic Rock Fanzine. The 50th release of the label's successful magazine is available for free all over the world through record shops, mailorders and every fine dealer carrying the Frontiers Records releases. Previews of the two Melodic Rock Fanzine covers are below. This new issue includes reviews and interviews of Richard Marx, Hardline, Wig Wam, Sonata Arctica, The Murder Of My Sweet, Polution, Driver, End Of September, Great White, Circus Maximus, Shadowside, Hartmann, Jorn... and more! Electronic readable version of the magazine is available on the Frontiers official site and here. 
LEGENDS - VOICES OF ROCK:
Millions and millions of fans all over the world have enjoyed the amazing music from classic rock bands such as Journey, Toto, Chicago, Deep Purple, Starship, Rainbow and Foreigner! The songs that truly are the soundtrack of generations.
Imagine that you could see a live concert with not only one but up to four of the legendary singers, performing their biggest hits together backed by a world class band of famous top musicians!!
Welcome to Legends - Voices Of Rock.
Our legendary singers include Grammy winning and million selling names like Bobby Kimball (Toto), Fergie Frederiksen (Toto), Joe Lynn Turner (Deep Purple, Rainbow), Bill Champlin (Chicago), Steve Augeri (Journey) and more!!!
The two guys behind Legends are Swedish guitar players Tommy Denander and Sayit Dölen.
Tommy Denander is a Grammy nominated world famous top guitarist who has played on more than 2000 albums with super stars like Michael Jackson, Alice Cooper, Paul Stanley, Ricky Martin, Celine Dion, Peter Cetera, BB King, Carlos Santana and many more. Sayit Dölen has a long career of studio and live work with stars like Enrique Iglesias, Yngwie Malmsteen, Jimi Jamison, Bobby Kimball, Kate Melua and many more.
The key word behind starting this is QUALITY!!!
With hand-picked top musicians and a serious effort to play the hits with the original quality...and sometimes better...Legends Voices Of Rock offers a top quality show for any part of the world.
The project is currently on tour and next up is Japan in June and various festivals in Scandinavia this summer, shows for all over Europe, Russia, Australia, China and America are in the making for 2012 and 2013.
For media inquiries, interviews etc please contact Tommy Denander at media@legends-vor.com; For bookings please contact Sayit at booking@legends-vor.com; And for general questions please use info@legends-vor.com.
For press pics and more info: www.legends-vor.com.
DORO: NEW ALBUM DETAILS REVEALED:
Reigning Queen of Metal, Doro Pesch, has checked-in from her work in the studio to issue the following update:
"The new album will be entitled Raise Your Fist and has been recorded and written in the U.S., Germany, and Scandinavia. Right now we're in the mixing stages and are close to finishing everything. Most important to me are the power hymns "Raise Your Fist In The Air" and "Victory," which will also be available on the forthcoming EP! Both songs have been played live on our last tour and also made last year's Wacken Open Air shake! "Raise Your Fist In The Air" will also be available in French which is going to be very interesting. For the diehard fans of German songs like "Für Immer" ["Forever"], there are two songs in the same vein - sensitive and quite dark "Human Rights" and the very emotional "Engel" ["Angel"]. There are also a lot of fast songs like "Little Headbanger" and various fist-pumping ones featuring amazing guests like Gus G (Ozzy Osbourne, Firewind) on "Last Man Standing" which fans will for sure dig live. We also have a song that honors the late Ronnie James Dio called "Hero" and another highlight named "It Still Hurts" featuring Motörhead's Lemmy Kilmister. The cover artwork has once again been created by British artist Geoffrey Gillespie who is a close friend and companion since he made it into the Guinness Book of World Records for his Triumph And Agony cover as the biggest album cover in the world. Since then, he's done ten covers for us!"
Raise Your Fist will be released in North America this coming fall. So hold fans over until then, the upcoming Raise Your Fist In The Air EP will be released this summer.
IRON MAIDEN - THE ULTIMATE UNAUTHORIZED HISTORY OF THE BEAST - BY NEIL DANIELS:
Finally, a glorious, illustrated celebration of one of the most successful rock bands of all time! Formed in east London in 1975, Iron Maiden went on to become one of the most successful rock acts in history. With more than 85 million album sales to their credit, the legendary metal band remains hugely popular worldwide: Their 2010 album, The Final Frontier, debuted at #1 in 30 countries and received unanimous critical praise. In this, the first complete illustrated treatment of Iron Maiden, a roster of respected heavy metal journalists including Ian Christe, Martin Popoff, Mick Wall, Daniel Bukszpan, and more relate the band's history, analyse their recordings, and provide a complete discography.
The stories behind the band's formation, recordings, and tours, are complemented with more than 400 images, including live performance and candid off-stage photographs, as well as memorabilia, gig posters, T-shirts, backstage passes, buttons, and tickets. And with Derek Riggs (the man behind Iron Maiden's iconic mascot, Eddie) having created the book's exclusive cover art, this really is a must for any serious Iron Maiden collector. Few bands have as widespread global appeal as Iron Maiden. Here is the book that gives that history its just treatment.
Author Bio: Neil Daniels has written about classic rock and heavy metal for a wide range of magazines, fanzines, and websites. He had more than 10 books published between 2007 and 2011, including titles on Judas Priest, Robert Plant, Bon Jovi, and Journey. His reviews, articles, and interviews have appeared in The Guardian, Rock Sound, Record Collector and myriad other publications and websites.
Pages: 224 / Published: June 2012 / neildaniels.books.wordpress.com / www.neildaniels.com / www.jawbonepress.com.
BOBBY MESSANO LAUNCHES KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGN:
Guitarist Bobby Messano (Steve Winwood, Lou Gramm, Clarence Clemmons, Peter Criss, Joe Lynn Turner) has launched a Kickstarter campaign. His e-mail and details are as follows:
I'm sending this e-mail to everyone I know to tell you about my new Kickstarter project. It's to help get a float fund, for touring, A LIVE Concert DVD to be recorded at Summerfest and the follow up to my 6 X Grammy 1st Round nominated CD "that's why i don't sing the blues". I haven't done a Kickstarter in about 15 months, and this is my most ambitious one ever. Before you read my full pitch letter below please click on the links just below this paragraph. I'm including them to make a point.. I'm thrilled for the artists below:
Amanda Palmer is halfway through her Kickstarter which pretty much images mine and close to $700, 000...$400,000 in the FIRST 2 days. www.kickstarter.com/projects/amandapalmer/amanda-palmer-the-new-record-art-book-and-tour
Alexz Johnson's finished with over $67,000 for her FIRST TOUR with no shows booked. $30,000 in the FIRST DAY! www.kickstarter.com/projects/525963075/alexz-johnson-tour-2012?ref=category
Nataly Dawn finished hers with over $107,000...yes $107 THOUSAND for her FIRST CD. www.kickstarter.com/projects/555488012/nataly-dawns-first-solo-album?ref=category
The point I'm trying to make is that I am out there year after year recording CD's that I still owe on, playing hundreds of amazing shows with no agency, management, press or label and this will keep me out there and help move us into another level....There are Rewards from $1.00 up....I won't be disappearing after a first CD or "TOUR"...I'm here to stay..If you can please Kick In to Kickstarter....
Thanks everyone...Bobby.
Kickstarter Pitch
"Hi, I'm Bobby...Nice to meet you. I'm a lucky guy...35 years as a touring musician how cool is that!. In the last year my CD "that's why i don't sing the blues" garnered SIX 1st Round Grammy Nominations and I played a few hundred shows, but staying on the road has been impossible. Yep, I'm Bobby and I play Contemporary Blues and You know me...You've heard me on the radio,, XM,MTV, VH1, Man vs. Food, Bad Girls Club, One Life To Live, The Weather Channel. I have fans everywhere, and I'm just starting to reach some of them at 58 years old. I was the guy that was playing and singing in the background with Steve Winwood, and Lou Gramm, Robin Beck and Benny Mardones. I played the only guitar solo on Clarence Clemmons' "HERO" album. Since 1990, I have been a Contemporary Blues solo artist with four CDs out. "Holdin' Ground" in 2003 got a 1st Round Grammy Nomination for "BEST CONTEMPORARY BLUES ALBUM" as did "Bobby Messano Live in Madison" in 2010. "that's why i don't sing the blues" which came out in 2011 got SIX 1st Round Nominations in FOUR categories. I LOVE WHAT I DO and I always say, I play the same for 100,000 people as I do for ONE. There is nothing better then this...
My band and I play between 120-175 shows a year and I record a CD a year. I ALWAYS pay my wonderful players the best I can and try to stay in nice hotels I try to make sure they are as comfortable as possible, because this is a very difficult existence and as the boss, it is a CONSTANT struggle keeping afloat, especially in this economy. On the other side, the rewards are amazing...applause, people freaking that they "just saw a $100 show for $10.00." "I feel like I just saw Jimi or Eric" is still an incredible thing to hear, We travel as far as possible and I play shows that sometimes last for 3 hours. Like I said, it doesn't get any better then that! At home I have a beautiful wife and a beautiful 9 year old stepdaughter, a rescued greyhound and two rescued cats. I'm not home a lot...but, that is the life of a musician and that is one reason that true fulltime on-the-road musicians play such great music and have such heart and soul...Someone said you need to put in 10,000 hours to become great...I've put in a few hundred thousand!
This Kickstarter is to help Record a LIVE DVD, Offset touring costs and Record the follow up CD to "that's why i don't sing the blues"
Here's a breakdown of what will need to be funded:
CD RECORDING COSTS: $7,000 - STUDIO TIME, PRODUCERS, TRYING TO PAY MUSICIANS, MASTERING, MANUFACTURING, POSTERS.
DVD COSTS: $5000.00 - CAMERAS, CREW, EDITING, MANUFACTURING
TOURING FLOAT/VAN: $8,000 - EXAMPLE: TO GET TO A SHOW IN WISCONSIN COSTS ABOUT $900...THAT'S JUST TO GET THERE AND PLAY THE 1ST NOTE-FUEL, HOTEL, BAND, TOLLS.
I have almost 100 shows booked so far this year (See Below) the float is working capital to be able to get to shows, just as a restaurant needs to pay staff and buy provisions to open for dinner.
So...there you have it...I'm out there playing my heart out for ya'll....35 years worth of it...travelling by FORD, not bus or van (even though I could use one) and I'm not stopping....Be a part of this...You might have your name on another Grammy nominated CD, who knows?...Thank you, to all that have been there and thank you to all of the new friends and fans....Check out some of the links and see what my band and I do!!
I AM A MUSICIAN THAT IS TRULY OUT THERE IN THE TRENCHES...A TRIED AND TRUE ARTIST THAT CONSISTENTLY DOES GREAT WORK BOTH LIVE AND IN THE STUDIO..I'M NOT DOING MY 1ST TOUR OR CD .THE LINKS TO MY SHOWS AND VIDEOS ARE BELOW...
Come to a show and tell my you pitched in on Kickstarter and I'll give you something special...what I don't know, but I'll come up with something!
Unfortunately, if this doesn't get completely funded, nothing happens and I'll have to write a Kickster Blues song....
My Kickstarter Link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/487469389/bobby-messano-the-tour-the-new-cd-and-the-concert.Friday, May 18, 2012
VAN HALENCANCELPOSTPONE USA DATES FROM JUNE 26:
Van Halen have postponed all tour dates after June 26 without warning and without explanation. This comes not long after adding 30 dates to their so far very successful USA tour. I'm afraid this is not much of a news update as no one knows just why and no official explanation has been forthcoming.
There was one statement attributed to a member of crew posted earlier online, but that was quickly determined to be an imposter and spokesperson for the band Janie Van Halen told me that no crew member ever speaks for the band and official statements will only ever come from her or the band's PR firm.
Rolling Stone online suggested a source names internal tensions were behind the decision, but that and all other speculation is yet to be confirmed. Stay tuned.
PRAYER RETURN AFTER SEVEN YEAR ABSENCE:
Escape Music announce the return of Finland's Prayer with their new album Danger In The Dark, which will be released in Europe July 20.
Prayer is back! It has been some 7 years since we were presented with the album "Wrong Address" (ESM117), which really set the pace way back in 2005 and gained the band a cult following. Prayer play Melodic Rock/AOR and hail from Oulu in Northern Finland.
"Danger in the Dark" is their brand new debut album which boasts catchy tunes with lots of double guitars and great keyboards. All songs have been written by Tapani Tikkanen, who is the driving force behind Prayer. Tapani´s musical career began in the early eighties with "IC-Rock" and continued later with "Tanna". Together with those bands he did hundreds of gigs all over Finland but after several albums and more than 20,000 records sold, it was time for a break. However, he kept writing songs, such as three albums for the craziest football club in the world, F.C.Rainbow and a solo single entitled "Everyone's a Winner".
Tapani wanted to create a band that brought out his rock and roll heart. After the recording of a few demos Tapani contacted his friend and keyboard-wizard Jari Huvila to talk about forming the band Prayer. Since "Wrong Address" there has been a line-up change, which now features distinguished keyboards player Mika Pohjola. Prayer play exciting hard melodic rock with a style that joins together the best of Saga, Treat and Royal Hunt. Their music has meaning and these guys are all committed to making this one of the most talked about releases in 2012. Anyone with a penchant for soaring vocals, driving guitars and plenty of keyboards are in for a real treat. It's as if all your prayers have been answered.
Track Listing: 1. Danger In The Dark 4.37 2. Nobody Loves You 3.51 3. KP 4.36 4. Get What I Came For 3.16 5. Another Fool 4.48 6. Never Let Your Dreams Die 5.12 7. Heart Wants You To Rock 3.53 8. Livin´ Ain´t Livin´ 4.30 9. I ´m Back 4.50 10. It´s Not The End 4.01.
The Band: Jukka Ihme - lead and rhythm guitar; Mika Pohjola - bass and keyboards; Matti Torro - drums; Tapani Tikkanen - lead and background vocals, rhythm guitar, percussion; Valtteri Tikkanen - rhythm guitar and keyboards.
Recorded at Soundmix Studios 2012, Oulu, Finland. Engineered and mixed by Mika Pohjola Produced by Tapani Tikkanen and Mika Pohjola.
Words and music by Tapani Tikkanen. www.Escape-Music.com.
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LYNCH MOB'S TRIPLE USA REVOLUTION:
Los Angeles, CA On June 19, Deadline Music/Cleopatra Records will release a special 3-disc audio/video deluxe collection of Lynch Mob'sREvolution. The set features the full-length studio album Revolution with killer, supercharged renditions of classic Dokken/Lynch Mob tracks such as 'Tooth And Nail' 'Breaking The Chains' 'Wicked Sensation' and more. It also includes professionally filmed live performances recorded during the 2005 REvolution Tour, mixed in 5.1 surround sound.
George 'Mr. Scary' Lynch cemented his legendary role in the heavy music community in the early 1980s when he joined forces with Don Dokken. For almost a decade with Dokken, Lynch was able to develop a groundbreaking brand of guitar virtuoso that would also earn a Grammy nomination. In the early 1990s, Lynch launched his own project, Lynch Mob, which released several well-received records in between Lynch's eclectic other solo works.
But in 2003, the Mob reassembled to rework Dokken and Lynch Mob material. The result was a decidedly darker, heavier, and very experimental reinvention that fans of all iterations of George Lynch appreciated. They took it on the road for a series of fierce concerts that left audiences jaw-dropped at the band's creative live presentation. Along with the legendary George Lynch on guitar, this iteration of Lynch Mob features the return of Robert Mason on vocals after nearly a decade absence, original bassist Anthony Esposito, and Michael Frowein on drums.
REvolution will be available at record stores and online, MSRP $16.98.
DISC 1: REvolution 1. Tooth And Nail 2. Tangled In The Web 3. All I Want 4. Kiss Of Death 5. She's Evil But She's Mine 6. Relax 7. Cold Is The Heart 8. Breaking The Chains 9. When Darkness Calls 10. River Of Love 11. Wicked Sensation 12. Paris Is Burning 13. The Secret.
DISC 2: REvolution Live! CD 1. Intro 2. Paris Is Burning 3. Dance Of The Dogs 4. Tangled In The Web 5. All I Want 6. Kiss Of Death 7. She's Evil But She's Mine 8. Cold Is The Heart 9. When Darkness Calls 10. River Of Love 11. Rain 12. Hell Child 13. Breaking The Chains 14. Wicked Sensation 15. Tooth And Nail.
DISC 3: REvolution Live! DVD 1. Paris Is Burning 2. Dance Of The Dogs 3. Tangled In The Web 4. All I Want 5. Kiss Of Death 6. She's Evil But She's Mine 7. Cold Is The Heart 8. When Darkness Calls 9. River Of Love 10. Hell Child 11. Breaking The Chains 12. Wicked Sensation 13. Tooth And Nail BONUS TRACK 14. Rain.
MP3 'Kiss of Death'soundcloud.com/spinner-pr/kiss-of-death-lynch-mob-from/s-l7DPi.
ZZ TOP'S BILLY GIBBONS, DUSTY HILL AND FRANK BEARD TELL TALL TEXAS TALES:
Dallas, TX - MAY 17, 2012. North American syndicated rock radio show InTheStudio: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands dresses it out fine with ZZ Top guitarist/singer Billy Gibbons, bass player/singer Dusty Hill and drummer Frank Beard for their breakout third album, 1973's Tres Hombres. ZZ Top covers the topics of Vampire Travel; a three-legged beaver; blowing the roof off a New Orleans nightclub; beer drinkers and hellraisers; T for Texas, T for Tennessee; wearing 60 pound Nudie suites while performing at 3 in the afternoon in an Ohio cornfield...you know, all the Rock'n'Roll basics. And that's only part 1 of a three parter. Frank Beard shares with host Redbeard his insight on the magic of Billy Gibbons guitar tone.
From day one Billy was aware of the frequencies that make up a tone and the sound wave that comes out... Billy has always been a master of producing this giant square wave of sound so it's loud and full, but it doesn't hurt your ears.
InTheStudio.NET is the website for the syndicated radio program InTheStudio: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands. The ZZ TOP 'Tres Hombres' / InTheStudio program is in three parts and streamable now at: www.inthestudio.net/online-only-interviews/zz-top-tres-hombrespt1 / www.inthestudio.net/online-only-interviews/zz-top-tres-hombres-pt2 / www.inthestudio.net/online-only-interviews/zz-top-tres-hombres-pt3.
AFM RECORDS ARTIST UPDATES:
The Murder Of My Sweet: "Unbreakable" digital single available / video clip filmed!
Sweden's "Cinematic Rock" sensation The Murder Of My Sweet will release its highly-anticipated second album "Bye Bye Lullaby" on May 25th. The song "Unbreakable" is available as digital single already and also for streaming in entire length here. A video clip for "Unbreakable" was recently filmed and will premiere sometime soon.
Kissin' Dynamite: debut album "Steel Of Swabia" to be re-released worldwide by AFM Records!
After the successful release of their third album "Money, Sex & Power" (a Top 50 album in the official German album chart), German high-energy rockers Kissin' Dynamite follow up with a re-release of their legendary debut album "Steel Of Swabia", which was originally released in 2008. The re-release comes as digipak and will be available in many parts of the world for the first time ever!
Tracklist: 01: Let's Get Freaky 02: Out In The Rain 03: Steel Of Swabia 04: Against The World 05: My Religion 06: Only The Good Die Young 07: Zombie 08: Welcome To The Jungle 09: Heartattack 10: Lie For Me 11. Ready Steady Thunder 12: I Hate Hip Hop.
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DECIBEL GEEK PODCAST RELEASES 1991 YEAR IN REVIEW EPISODE:
Episode Now Available for Download/Streaming / The Decibel Geek podcast has released episode 33 1991 Year in Review for downloading and streaming. In this episode, hosts Aaron Camaro and Chris Czynszak discuss the pop culture happenings of 1991 as well as spin songs from all angles of the rock music genre. Memorable news stories of 1991 included the arrests of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer and comedian Pee Wee Herman. The Gulf War also had the nation in emotional flux with a climax of patriotism being achieved with Whitney Houston's rousing rendition of the Star Spangled Banner at Super Bowl XXV.
The glam-to-grunge changeover took place in 1991 with bands like Poison and Enuff Z'nuff becoming passé while Seattle exploded on the national map with the emergence of Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains. Chris & Aaron give you musical examples of where things shifted. Also discussed in this episode are the tragic losses of rock legends Freddy Mercury & Eric Carr. Chart positions in the hard rock and heavy metal world from 1991 are compared and contrasted and give you a glimpse into the shifting tides of popularity in the music industry.
This is our third Year in Review episode says Decibel Geek co-host Chris Czynszak. Our first two Year in Reviews covering 1975 and 1983 generated some of the greatest feedback and interaction that we've seen. With this 1991 episode we hope that trend continues as we provide a trip down memory lane by discussing what rocked, what sucked, and what left us completely confused.
The Decibel Geek Podcast was launched in June of 2011 by Chris Czynszak, a former rock journalist and webmaster. With co-host Aaron Camaro, the Decibel Geek Podcast is quickly earning a reputation as one of the go-to music commentary podcasts on the internet. All episodes are available on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, as well as the official Decibel Geek Podcast website.
To access the Decibel Geek Podcast visit www.dbgeekshow.blogspot.com.
THE DARK SIDE OF THE VOODOO:
Italian hard rockers Voodoo Highway are proud to announce that the cover artwork of their new album currently being recorded, will be edited and created by renowned artist Storm Thorgerson. Storm Thorgerson is most known for being the key art of the British graphic art group "Hipgnosis", and for being the creator of one of the most known album covers of all time in the shape of Pink Floyd's "The Dark Side of the Moon".
Among his works may be included the covers of numerous artists globally known such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Rainbow, Audioslave, The Muse, Biffy Clyro, The Cranberries, Bruce Dickinson, Dream Theater, Europe, Helloween, Megadeth, Offspring, Rival Sons...
More news on the cover will be revealed in the next few months.
MRX UPDATED:
MRX has been updated once again with 3 classic sleaze hard rock albums that should have been much bigger than they were.
Rock City Angels - Young Man's Blues
- The Royal Court of China - Geared & Primed
- Law And Order - Guilty Of Innocence
MRX Membership Details.Thursday, May 17, 2012
MAGNUM BEGIN THE INFORMATION CAMPAIGN FOR THEIR 13TH DAY RELEASE:
The new album On The 13th Day will be Magnum's 18th studio album to date. Following on from the success of "The Visitation" Magnum once again return on top form. With 11 brand new tracks taking elements from Magnum's back catalogue of hook filled choruses and high end production "On The 13th Day" stands to be the best album to date. Right from the opening track "All The Dreamers" set to be the new "Sacred Hour" fans will get an instant feeling that this album has something very special to offer!
Once again Rodney Matthews fine artwork covers SPV's very high standard of packaging which Magnum fans have been accustomed to. The album is set to release September 2012 followed by an extensive UK & European tour.
WebLink: www.magnumonline.co.uk.
EDEN'S CURSE SIGN TO ROCK N GROWL & PREVIEW NEW DEMO:
Multinational Melodic Metal band Eden's Curse has inked a worldwide management deal with Germany's Rock N Growl Management. The band is also making great progress with the writing process for album number four; a short snippet from a new demo track called Losing My Faith can be streamed here: soundcloud.com/edenscurse/edens-curse-losing-my-faith.
Bassist Paul Logue says: We are delighted to welcome Axel to the EC family and we look forward to making great strides in taking Eden's Curse to the masses. Our primary goal is get out and play to as many people as possible over the next few years, and with Axel's experience and extensive network of contacts, we are confident we have the right guy beside us.
Eden's Curse line-up features: Marco Sandron Vocals, Thorsten Koehne Guitars, Paul Logue Bass, Pete Newdeck Drums and Alessandro Del Vecchio - Keyboards.
As previously reported, Eden's Curse announced Italian vocalist Marco Sandron in March as the new voice of The Curse with the release of their brand new single and promotional video Time To Breathe. The track is currently available for free download at www.EdensCurse.com and the video can be viewed here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xb-g_7kxrvw.
The band are also thrilled to announce play Dokkem Open Air Festival in Holland on Saturday 30th June alongside Arch Enemy, Jon Oliva's Pain and Dominici www.dokkemopenair.eu/nl/bands/207.
The future looks ever brighter for the British/German/Italian quintet who head into the studio to record their most hotly anticipated record to date, later in the year. The best part is this band is just getting started!
WebLinks: www.facebook.com/edenscurseofficial / www.EdensCurse.com / www.rockngrowl.com.
RICHIE SAMBORA ON ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT:
Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora co-hosted Entertainment Tonight, which can be seen below in an edited highlights clip via YouTube. Of the main points Richie made - his anticipated new solo album is described as "A Damn good rock n roll record." And there's Bon Jovi news too. Richie states: "Bon Jovi are in the studio right now and the album should be out in March."
Expect Richie to be on tour later in the year to support the solo release. Check out the video:
JORN - BRING HEAVY ROCK TO THE LAND (OFFICIAL VIDEO):
Taken from the album Bring Heavy Rock to the Land out on Frontiers Records. Release date: EU -- June 1st 2012, NA -- June 5th 2012. The single is out now on iTunes: itunes.apple.com/it/album/bring-heavy-rock-to-land-single/id521359262. For more info: www.frontiers.it.
JACK RUSSELL TO FULL-IN-BLOOM:
Part II of the Full in Bloom interview with Jack Russell is now online. Part III will be coming soon. Here are a few excerpts:
FIB Music: Why haven't you done a record with Jimmy Page?
Jack: I think Jimmy Page just lost my phone number (laughs). Here's a funny story. My ex-girlfriend, she was married to the drummer for Whitesnake (Tommy Aldrige).....she and I became friends and had a little fling, for a minute, then kind of stayed friends over the years. She ended up divorcing Tommy and I got out of my second marriage and we hooked up and became friends again and became lovers. We were engaged for a long time. Anyhow, she told me of a story about how one night Robert Plant took out all the guys from Whitesnake, just to piss David Coverdale off. He was sitting there bagging on David Coverdale, about how he was stealing his shit. And then he goes, 'but you know what? That Jack Russell guy, he sounds more like me than I do.' He was very complimentary. I was like, 'damn man, he knows who I am'. It was really, really cool. That's the great thing about this business. After you're in it a long time, you start meeting some of your heroes. Like Steven Tyler. He has always been there for me when I needed his help. August 11th was my last surgery for my shattered pelvis. I woke up, my wife goes, 'Jack, your friend Jani Lane (Warrant) just died of alcohol poisoning. I went, 'oh my God, I'm next'. Steven Tyler calls me a couple of days later and says, 'Jack, what the fuck you doing, man?'....I go, 'Steven, I don't know', he says, 'you got to get sober, buddy, we don't want to lose you'. So I did. My life has gotten so much better, so fast. I am able to make decisions again; I'm in charge of my business. Everything I do is the way that I want to do it. It's working out really well.
FIB Music: Alan Niven (managed Great White & Guns n Roses) played a key role in the success of Great white. Didn't he help write a lot of the songs?
Jack: Yes he did, but here's the thing. Let's say Alan, Mark and I write a song together. You figure it would be split where each person gets a 1/3. What did he do? Alan would take 1/2 because he's an outside writer and then he would commission 20% of ours. What? I didn't find that out until we fired him. I couldn't believe he did that. It's perfectly legal but it's a little unethical.
FIB Music: Did you know that 'Rock Me' would be the song that launched your career?
Jack: Oh yeah, dude. I remember sitting in the studio with Mark and listening to 'Rock Me' on playback and I looked over at him and go, 'dude, this could be really big' and we'd start giggling.
FIB Music: Do you remember writing the song?
Jack: Absolutely. I remember they gave me the music and after two weeks, I'm trying to figure out what to sing to it. (Jack starts singing the lyrics to 'Rock Me' and then humming the melody) 'Sweet little babe, you don't have to go'....etc. It started with the melody and then the lyrics. Alan wrote some great lyrics and Alan and I wrote some great lyrics together. It was a great band at that time. It still is a great band, for me. I hear that other thing and it's just not Great white, it's a tribute band. If you close your eyes it's going to be a tribute band playing songs by Great White.
The entire interview can be found here: fullinbloom.com/jack_russell_greatwhite_oncebitten_rockme.html.
SLASH BACK DOWNUNDER:
Slash will be back in Australia for dates in August. The band has been christened Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators. The setlist will feature songs from Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver and Slash's solo albums including his new album 'Apocalyptic Love'.
Tickets go on sale on June 1. Dates are:
August 23, Brisbane, The Riverstage
August 25, Sydney, Entertainment Centre
August 26, Melbourne, Hisense Arena
August 28, Adelaide, Thebarton Theatre
August 30, Perth, Metro City
ROCK OF AGES MOVIE SOUNDTRACK ANNOUNCED:
I know what you are all thinking...how can this possible work as a movie with those folks singing those songs. We'll see. The stage show has been very popular with all manner of people. Let's hope that translates to the film. I'm not sure the soundtrack will appeal to many here (despite the great songs covered), but for the record:
Due to be released June 5 ten days before the film hits theatres "Rock Of Ages: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" features the following track listing:
01. Paradise City (Tom Cruise) 02. Sister Christian/Just Like Paradise/Nothin' But a Good Time (Diego Boneta) 03. Juke Box Hero/I Love Rock 'N' Roll (Diego Boneta) 04. Hit Me With Your Best Shot (Catherine Zeta-Jones) 05. Waiting For A Girl Like You Diego Boneta 06. More Than Words/Heaven (Diego Boneta) 07. Wanted Dead Or Alive (Julianne Hough) 08. I Want To Know What Love Is (Malin Akerman) 09. I Wanna Rock (Diego Boneta) 10. Pour Some Sugar On Me (Tom Cruise) 11. Harden My Heart (Julianne Hough) 12. Shadows Of The Night/Harden My Heart (Julianne Hough) 13. Here I Go Again (Diego Boneta) 14. Can't Fight This Feeling (Russell Brand) 15. Any Way You Want It (Julianne Hough) 16. Undercover Love (Diego Boneta) 17. Every Rose Has Its Thorn (Diego Boneta) 18. Rock You Like A Hurricane (Julianne Hough) 19. We Built This City/We're Not Gonna Take It (Russell Brand) 20. Don't Stop Believin' (Diego Boneta).
RICHARD MARX LINES UP NEW LIVE CD/DVD RELEASE:
Richard Marx has another US release lined up for June 19. A Night Out With Friends is a live recording of a PBS series Front Row Center, set to air this US Summer! CD/DVD combo - CD features 12 tracks (10 live + 2 brand new studio tracks) and DVD features 21 tracks. Special guests include Hugh Jackman, JC Chasez, Sara Niemietz, & Matt Scannell.
Disc: 1 1. Endless Summer Nights 2. One Thing Left 3. Hazard 4. Through My Veins 5. When You Loved Me 6. This I Promise You with JC Chasez 7. The Letter with Hugh Jackman 8. Satisfied 9. Should've Known Better 10. Right Here Waiting 11. Over My Head 12. Wouldn't Let Me Love You.
Disc: 2 DVD - 1. Endless Summer Nights 2. Keep Coming Back with Sara Niemietz 3. One Thing Left 4. Hazard 5. You're A God with Matt Scannell 6. Hold On To The Nights/Now & Forever 7. Always On Your Mind 8. Save Me 9. Through My Veins 10. Take This Heart 11. When You Love Me 12. Better Life 13. This I Promise You with JC Chasez 14. The Letter with Hugh Jackman 15. To Where You Are with Hugh Jackman 16. Angelia 17. Satisfied 18. Should've Known Better 19. The Way She Loves Me 20. Don't Mean Nothing 21. Right Here Waiting.
INTRODUCING SWEDEN'S FAIR OF FREAKS:
Press Release / Fair Of Freaks are a new Swedish melodic hard rock band put together by ex-Pole Position and Neondaze guitarist Lars Boquist. 'The More I Want' is the bands new ten track CD which was released on May 1st 2012 and recorded at Milk Studios, Norrköping, Sweden. The CD has already been gaining strong reviews and airplay. Band Line-Up: Lead Vocals - Sean Sanders, Guitar - Lars Boquist, Bass - Oscar Jonas, Drums - Hampus Landin (ex-Miss Behaviour/Neondaze).
Tracklisting: 1) Changes 2) Different Situation 3) Now You're Gone 4) Beautiful Ice 5) Forgotten 6) Other Ways 7) Fountain of Love 8) Holy Disguise 9) On and On 10) Winterbound.
WebLinks: www.fairoffreaks.com / www.myspace.com/fairoffreaks / www.facebook.com/FairofFreaks / www.youtube.com/user/fairoffreaks.
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS WITH TRACER AND EXUMER, PLUS DIO TRIBUTE:
On Rich Davenport's Rock Show this week (Thursday 17th May 2012, 21:00 - 23:00 UK on www.totalrock.com, repeated Saturday 19th May 3012, 08:00 - 10:00) you can check out two exclusive interviews. Michael Brown of fast-rising Australian rockers Tracer, whose sound blends classic and contemporary influences to powerful effect, will be talking about current album "Spaces In Between", complete with two songs from the band. And Mem V Stein, frontman with classic Thrash masters Exumer, who formed part of the legendary German thrash scene of the 1980s along with the likes of Kreator, Destruction and Sodom, will be talking about the band's return to action with their recent tours and brand new album "Fire and Damnation". Mem will also select a Thin Lizzy song for the show's weekly Phil Lynott tribute slot.
The show also features an extended version of the weekly Ronnie James Dio tribute spot, with a selection of Dio and Rainbow songs to mark the 2nd anniversary of Ronnie's passing, plus classic tracks and killer new cuts from Kiss, Tesla, Player, Axel Rudi Pell, Whitesnake, Blackfoot, Bachman Turner Overdrive, U.D.O, Motorhead, Monument, and will be available for streaming on Mixcloud from Friday 18th May at www.mixcloud.com/richdav1.Wednesday, May 16, 2012
PAST SHY MEMBERS GATHER TO PAY TRIBUTE TO STEVE HARRIS:
Vocalist Tony Mills has reconnected with his former band mates in Shy and has posted this message on this site's Noticeboard in regards to the upcoming tribute show for recently deceased Shy guitarist Steve Harris:
"It is with great pleasure and beyond all hope, that the planets have aligned and I can be present to share the stage with so many talented musicians at the Asylum Venue in Birmingham on 28 October 2012, to celebrate the career and music of Steve Harris from Shy. The concert is really about raising money for the treatment and rehabilitation of brain tumour patients and the intention is to make a considerable donation to this cause, so that we can develop a greater understanding and appreciation of what is involved and what development is essential for all of our futures, not least our children.
Shy plan to play the full list from their recent acclaimed album, and most, if not all of the musicians that have worked with Steve since the early 80's have held up their hands to stress their involvement, commendably. I know that it will be an historic occasion in the annals of Birmingham and its rock heritage, following in all our hero's footsteps and leaving Steve's indelible mark for others to take such an inspiring example.
All I can say right now, as we sift through all his work, is that we would love to see Shy fans from everywhere; this is a one off gig with musicians that I personally haven't worked with for nearly twenty five years, so I guess we'll all have a lot to share, fans and musicians alike. If you can get there, we want to meet you and celebrate Steve Harris. Please come and let's all make a difference while we have the opportunity to do so." ~ Tony Mills.
And in a direct message to me, Tony added: "I've found an unbelievable window in TNT's schedule to allow me to get back to the UK and perform for the tribute concert for the work of Steve Harris from SHY. There is little that can allow you not to give up your time to support such an artist and his memory. I'm filled with sadness, yet I'm constantly celebrating his work and it remains one of my main anchors in this business."
LONG TIME COMIN' - EONIAN RECORDS PRESENTS MURDER BAY & RATTLESHAKE:
The world's premier archive label Eonian Records, is proud to present two new titles now available at www.EonianRecords.com, most all US retailers distributed by Sony Records RED and Japan's best Hard Rock and Metal retailers.
Murder BayNever Was an Angel ER00019 / Hailing from San Francisco, California, Murder Bay was one of the very best unsigned rock bands of the early 90's, packing clubs everywhere they played. With monstrous grooves, killer hooks, ass-kicking vocals and screaming guitar work culminating into a high-energy live show, the band wasted no time in developing a large fan base, catching the eye of music executives coast to coast, as well as collecting numerous accolades from rock's biggest magazines. Never Was An Angel features songs recorded, mixed and produced by Eric Valentine (Queens of the Stone Age, Good Charlotte, Third Eye Blind, All-American Rejects, Slash and more). For fans of Van Halen, Ratt and Warrant.
Track-listing: 1. Land Of Plenty 2. Honey Child 3. Outta Line 4. Ultraglide 5. Simple Man 6. Dirty Work 7. Never Was An Angel 8. What's Good For You 9. Long Time Comin' 10. Keep Me In Mind 11. Got No Business 12. Around Again 13. Song?
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Rattleshake Self-Titled ER00020 / Hard rock bands are not created to play music that could pose as a cure for insomnia, hard rock bands are created to blast speakers and peel the plaster right off the walls. Fellow Bay Area metalers, Rattleshake were no exception. So many unsigned hard rock bands from back in the day claim to have nearly struck it big, but Rattleshake remain refreshingly candid in that department, acknowledging that nothing really came close to panning out. Whatever the reason, Rattleshake's hard rock journey left behind dreams they had dared to chase, memories they would never forget, and some serious, kick-ass music to rock out to. Recorded, mixed and produced by Rob Beaton (Guns n' Roses, The Sea Hags, Sammy Hagar, Santana, and more). For fans of Motley Crue, Tesla and Skid Row.
Track-listing: 1. Shootin' Whiskey 2. Gypsy Queen 3. Take Me Down 4. Mudbone Delight 5. Jump On Me 6. Never Say Goodbye 7. Rattleshake Boogie.
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Both new titles feature 24-bit re-mastering from the original source tapes by Rob Beaton, band history written by Mark Allen of www.hardrockhaven.net, tons of great, never before seen photos throughout a 10-page, full-color booklet and amazing artwork Hard Rock and Metal fans crave and deserve. Order both titles from Eonian's NEW website and improved Rockshop at www.EonianRecords.com and receive The Ultimate Eonian Sampler with full art and band pictures featuring 18 tracks from the Eonian catalog and 3 sneak-peaks at future titles. Please be sure and add disc to your shopping cart.
Track-listing: 1. Charlemagne Secret Romeo 2. High Noon When the Night Calls 3. Pistol Dawn Conversation Piece 4. Shake City Lust & Love 5. UZI Rocker 6. Felony Yank That Chain 7. Strike Twice Undress Me 8. Sgt. Roxx Don't Cry 9. Dr. Grind Whisky Lover 10. Charlotte Siren 11. Legacy What A World 12. Gynger Lynn Wanna Be Your Lover 13. Sweet Sybil - #69 14. Dear Diary Momma Said 15. Wanted Too Hot To Handle 16. Sandra Dee Peace, Pot & Politcs 17. TNA You Cried Wolf 18. Vandal Better Off Dead 19. Snakeskin Cowboy Double Dose 20. Rattleshake Take Me Down 21. Youngblood Pump It Up.
STATEMENT ON UPCOMING BLACK SABBATH SHOWS:
It's really sad that this situation couldn't be overcome for the sake of the fans and historical accuracy. Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward bows out:
Dear Sabbath Fans and Fellow Musicians, I sincerely regret to inform you that after a final effort to participate in the upcoming Sabbath shows a failure to agree has continued. At this time I have to inform you that I won't be playing with Black Sabbath at the Birmingham gig dated May 19th, 2012, nor will I be playing at Download on June 10th, 2012. Further, I will not be playing at Lollapalooza on August 3, 2012.
It is with a very sad heart that I bring you this news. I am sincerely passionate in my desire to play with the band, and I'm very, very sorry that it's fallen to this. This statement is even more painstaking to write, as I was particularly excited to play alongside Tony Iommi after the recent treatments he underwent. I wanted that to become a reality.
To express my thoughts about you, the Sabbath fans, I'm going to speak to you all through an experience my brother James had recently. My brother Jimmy lives in the U.K. When speaking with him a couple of days ago, he told me that an acquaintance had stopped him on the street and confronted him, "is your brother playing Birmingham? What's going on? I waited in line with my son and paid x amount for the concert tickets."
The man's son is a young drummer. He's going to see Sabbath, and he wants to see Bill Ward play drums. Upon hearing this news, I felt horrible. I couldn't help feeling some resentment towards the failure to reach an agreement, the failure to remember where we came from, the failure to be as brothers, as we once were. To be clear, I'm not blaming the other guys or finding any faults with them. I would think it can't be easy for them either, but this situation is just really sad. It's sad that it's come to this. "This" will surely leave a mark and be unwelcome to the memory. Hopefully "this" will heal and pass in time. My heart sank when Jimmy told me about this young boy. I know this boy is going to be disappointed, and I don't know how to amend it, other than to put my arms around the boy and tell him I love him. Sabbath fans have a voice and a face, to me you're human, you have families and despair. You have ferocity and emotions and graciousness, and at this moment as far as I'm concerned you are also that young boy in England. I don't know how to amend my part in these failings other than to put my arms around you and say I love you and let you know I'm very, very sorry.
Throughout this process, which began over a year ago, I have had to stand up for myself time and time again. I have had to stand up for myself and in doing so realize my actions indirectly, although unintentionally, are upsetting and hurting a lot of you. I know in my heart I couldn't have done these concerts by agreeing the terms suggested. I made a solemn vow after the last European and Ozzfest concerts that I would never again enter into what was, in my opinion, a totally unsatisfactory contract. I have to stand for something, and as painful as it is, I'm doing it.
WebLink: www.billward.com/2012/05/statement-on-upcoming-black-sabbath-shows/
STEPHEN PEARCY OF RATT DOING TASTING AND SIGNING FOR HIS NEW TOP FUEL VERDE SAUCE:
Looking for a new flavor or a new way of spicing up your life? Well look no more. Stephen Pearcy of the multi-platinum selling band Ratt has just released his Top Fuel Verde Sauce through High River Sauces in collaboration with Chris Santos from the Chef of the Food Network's highest rated Show "Chopped". To celebrate the release of the Top Fuel Verde Sauce Stephen will be doing a tasting and signing at Hot Licks Hot Sauce Store in San Diego, CA on May 26 at 2 PM PST.
"I love heating up all my foods. From eggs for breakfast, to Mexican, hamburgers, chili, you name it, I love my hot sauce. I've been wanting to release my own hot sauce for some time now and with a blink of an eye, I'm talking to Steve Seabury from High River Sauces and fellow rocker and amazing chef Chris Santos about the Top Fuel Verde Sauce." says Stephen Pearcy about his passion for fiery foods.
Chef Chris Santos is the co-owner of The Stanton Social Restaurant, Beauty & Essex Restaurant and Lounge & Pawn Shop which was recently named "The hottest new restaurant in America" by Zagat. Chris was also awarded the prestigious "Rising Star" award from Star Chefs Magazine for his work at The Stanton Social.
"Collaborating with Steve from High River Sauce and Stephen Pearcy has been such a 'way cool' experience. At the age of 14 my brother took me to see Ratt for my first concert at the Providence Civic Center. That night changed my life, in the cheap seats, surrounded my 10,000 metal heads. Of the thousands of shows I've seen since - you don't forget your first. So to be working with Stephen is pretty fucking cool." adds Santos.
Top Fuel Verde Sauce will ignite your taste buds with its garden fresh flavors and the perfect amount of heat. Makes an excellent choice for grilled steaks, chicken, fish, tacos and nachos. This sauce will enhance all of your favorite dishes! Its deliciously addictive you will not be able to put it away.
Hot Lick's Hot Sauce Store 2 PM PST Seaport Village Location 865 West Harbor Drive San Diego, California 92101 619.235.4000 www.2hotlicks.com.
For more information please visit: www.stephen-pearcy.com / www.HighRiverSauces.com.
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RARE SPIDERS & SNAKES RELEASE RE-ISSUED:
Los Angeles, CA On June 19, Deadline Music (a subsidiary of Cleopatra Records) will release the rare fifth studio album from Spiders & Snakes, the storied Sunset Blvd. band fronted by Lizzie Grey. Packaged with bonus tracks from the original 1980 London demo featuring Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue and Nigel Benjamin of Mott the Hoople, this London Daze release is finally celebrating the unsung legacy of Lizzie and his place in Hollywood rock music history.
London Daze was originally released in 2000 through Deadline/Cleopatra Records, but a series of epically unfortunate events, including a paperwork glitch with the label's distributer and most horrifically the unexpected death of bassist Leigh Lawson just four weeks after the album's release, prevented it from reaching the masses. The band had to cancel its entire U.S. tour to support the record, and the London Daze CD sat dormant in a warehouse in the Midwest as the band was forced to re-group. "This album is like a time capsule. It's not just nostalgia; it never got its chance, so it's actually new. In mint condition!" said Lizzie.
Lizzie likes to say he has the Midas touch, but not on himself. For decades in bands like London, Sister and St. Valentine, he's collaborated with people who have gone on to luminous careers, including Izzy, Steven, Slash, and Axl (Guns 'n Roses), Blackie Lawless (WASP), Fred Coury (Cinderella), Nigel Benjamin (Mott The Hoople) and Desi and Lizzy (D'Molls). Most notably, he penned Public Enemy #1 which went on to be a calling card for Nikki and Motley Crue. With one foot firmly in the Sunset Strip and the other in punk, Lizzie has kept the creative wheels turning and never gave up on the enduring power of rock n' roll.
Given this history and influence, Lizzie has been featured in "The Metal Years" and VH1's "Metal Evolution" series. On London Daze, Lizzie says "Anyone into motivated Hollywood street rock will be getting their money's worth."
In addition to Lizzie on vocals and guitar and the late Leigh Lawson (bass), Spiders & Snakes is Doug E. Sex (guitar) and Timothy Yasui (drums, percussion, backing vocals).
London Daze Track List 1. London Daze 2. Nonstop Rock 3. Party in Hollywood 4. Radio Stars 5. Don't Know When To Stop 6. Public Enemy #1 7. Run, Run, Run (Jo Jo Gunn cover) 8. Elvis's TV 9. Rock And Roll Queen (Mott the Hoople cover) 10. 2000 Rock & Roll.
Bonus Tracks: Original 1980 London demo featuring Lizzie Grey, Nikki Sixx, and Nigel Benjamin 11. Nobody Loves You Like I Do 12. Straight From The Heart 13. Dream Girl.
London Daze will be in stores and online retailers for MSRP of $6.98. Spiders & Snakes will be performing summer shows, including headlining the Glitter n Glam Rock Fest at the legendary Whisky a Go Go on June 17.
WebLinks: www.spidersandsnakes.com.Tuesday, May 15, 2012
MELODICROCK CATCHES UP WITH JACK BLADES:
I was talking to Night Ranger's Jack Blades this morning about the band's acclaimed performance at the M3 festival this past weekend. From the feedback and comments I have heard, it seems Night Ranger were one of (if not the) band of the weekend.
Jack said it all just came together for the them, that they were all at the top of the game and really enjoyed the show. He also stated that the audience was amazing, often singing louder than the band themselves. To quote Jack: "It was the most fun, crazy, ass kicking rock n roll show ever!"
Here's what one site regular Dan had to say: "Night Ranger is one of the 5 best live acts in the WORLD right now. Again, f*** the HDNet recording. It sounds good, but nothing like the live performance that I experienced. They were just A M A Z I N G. EVERYONE was buzzing after their set...and still talking about it the next day. Night Ranger had all five members singing harmonies and backing vocals and were completely live, they worked their asses off. As a fan, that's good to see."
The Night Ranger guys are getting together again tomorrow at Jack's home base to rehearse for a very special show this Thursday - the are recording a Storytellers Unplugged DVD at Bob Weir's San Rafael studio, in front of an invited audience of about 100 people (including Eric & Denise Martin and other special guests).
Jack and I discussed at length the inclusion of a very special cover tune for the event and I think fans will love the choice of song made. It's a very special song that will really work well given the Night Ranger treatment!
In other news Jack is due to film an episode of Celebrity Ghost Stories (Biography Network) next week in LA.
Stay tuned for details and feedback from the guys of the DVD filming. The M3 Night Ranger set list was: Lay It On Me, Sing Me Away, Rumours In The Air, Growing Up in California, The Secret of My Success, Touch of Madness, Sentimental Street, Eddie's Comin' Out Tonight, High Enough, Four in the Morning, When You Close Your Eyes, Don't Tell Me You Love Me. Encore: Sister Christian, (You Can Still) Rock in America.
TALON RELEASE "LIVE IN CHICAGO" CONCERT ON BLU-RAY AND DVD:
Melodic Hard Rock torch-bearers Talon have just released the video document of their high-energy set from Melodic Rock Fest 2, which includes every key Talon track from their 3 studio albums. They were recently captured live at the end of their Fallen Angels tour and the concert includes live versions of their greatest hits, plus 4 new tracks recently released on their highly-praised Talon - IIIEscape Music CD Release.
To document this amazing show, Vision 4 Films (Bret Michaels, Megadeth) were chosen to film the event in High Definition using 7 Pro HD Panasonic AVCHD cameras. Produced and edited by John Parker, the video release captures the band having a great time in Chicago and showcases the muscle and melody the band display live.
This special edition video also includes several bonus features Talon appearances and behind-the-scenes fun at the 2009 and 2010 Dakota Rock Fests, Talon in-studio tracking for the III CD Release, a Melodic Rock Fest Slideshow and a Dakota Rock Fest's Slideshow. And as a bonus all pre-orders and 1st-run orders will receive a companion 'Live CD' of the Chicago set!
Both the Blu-Ray and DVD includes the following songs: 1 Cryin' To Me, 2 Always Be My Baby, 3 What About Me, 4 Paradise, 5 Baby Jane, 6 Sacrifice, 7 When Will I, 8 Last Time, 9 Mother Mary May I, 10 Live Free or Die, 11 Jane.
Both versions are NTSC and Region-Free for worldwide viewing. The Blu-Ray concert w/bonus CD and the DVD concert w/bonus CD are now available and include U.S. 1st Class Shipping. There are also buy tabs for International shipping (adds $4).
To order, go to the Talon Official Facebook Page and click on the Talon Store tab!
WebLinks: band.to/talonofficial / listn.to/TalonOfficial / www.reverbnation.com/talonofficial.
HARTMANN SET TO LAUNCH BALANCE AT GERMAN SHOW:
Hartmann will celebrate their new album Balance with a release party held at Aschaffenburg's Colossaal venue on May 19. The band will play all songs from the forthcoming record at this event (along with classics from the Hartmann back catalogue).
Tour dates:
18.05. D-Wiesbaden, Kranzplatz Open Air
19.05. D-Aschaffenburg, Colossaal (release party)
26.05. CH-Tennwil, Rocknacht Open Air
21.07. D-Bensheim, Fürstenlager (unplugged with "Handmade"-line up)
Balance will be released on Avenue Of Allies on June 1. Sample the tracks from this great new album via the MelodicRock CD Showcase launched today. Or these highlights direct here: 1) All My Life 4) Fool For You 5) After The Love Is Gone 10) Shout.
WebLinks: www.oliverhartmann.com / www.avenue-of-allies.com.
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FOURTH STEELSHINE RELEASE FOR DAVE HENZERLING:
Guitarist Dave Henzerling (King Kobra, Big Cock) has released the third song from his new Steelshine project. Says Dave: "I've had this project (Steelshine) brewing in my head for some time. This new song is part of a ten song collection that I'll be releasing one-per-month, aggregating all into a complete album towards the end of the year. There's a lot of diverse stuff coming up, but I believe there's a cohesive thread weaving through all the songs. It's been a great privilege working with my good friend John Covington on drums again and with stellar vocalist Seann "Tarsha" Nicols.
Stream B.F.A. here: bfa.driverwildmusic.com.
ORIGINAL JETBOY LINE-UP REFORM FOR 25TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW:
Los Angeles- In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the recording of their debut album Feel the Shake, the 4 original members of Jetboy (Mickey Finn, Billy Rowe, Fernie Rod and Ron Tostenson) will be reuniting for one night only, June 1, 2012 at the legendary Whisky-a-Go-Go in Los Angeles, California. This lineup will include bass player Charles Norman who joined the band after the departure of Sam Yaffa in 1990. This is as close to an original lineup the band has done since then say's Mickey Finn.
This will also be the 25 year mark that their original bass player Todd Crew passed away. We as his friends thought that it would be a fitting tribute to not only celebrate the anniversary of 'Feel the Shake', but also our friend Todd Crew a life taken way too soon say's Jetboy.
Jetboy in recent years has continued to play major festivals in the United States such as Rocklahoma, Rock on the Range, The M3 Festival and Rock the Bayou with a rejuvenated lineup. When the Whisky called us with the idea, we never thought we could make it happen, but everyone was up for it say's Fernie Rod. It's just flat out exciting to think that after all this time, the original members can get back in the saddle for one more ride and help Los Angeles to Feel the Shake!
Tickets for the show can be had by visiting: www.whiskyagogo.com.
DARYL HALL AND BUTCH WALKER JOIN PHILLY AND GEORGIA SOUL FOR LIVE FROM DARYL'S HOUSE:
Daryl and Noted Performer/Producer Play Six-Song Set That Includes Daryl Hall & John Oates classic Say It Isn't So, Hall's solo Why Was It So Easy along with Walker songs from The Spade album.
New York, May 14, 2012Daryl Hall hooks up with yet another multi-talented hyphenate in Georgia-born performer/producer Butch Walker on the 54th and latest edition of his critically acclaimed, multi award-winning Live from Daryl's House web series and nationally syndicated TV program, premiering May 15 at lfdh.com. The duo's six-song set includes versions of Daryl Hall and John Oates' hit single, Say It Isn't So, from their 1983 compilation album, Rock 'n Soul Part 1, as well as a rare performance of Why Was It So Easy, a track from Hall's celebrated 1980 solo debut, Sacred Songs, with guitarist Robert Fripp. The pair also tackle four of Walker's songs, including Bodegas and Blood, Sweethearts and Closes Thing to You I'm Gonna Find, from last year's The Spark, along with Mixtape, from his 2004 sophomore effort, Letters.
Butch was thrilled to collaborate with Daryl for the show, raving, Getting to roll into Daryl Hall's compound up on a giant hill in the countryside of N.Y., then play some of my favorite songs of his with him, drink wine and eat amazing food with one of my childhood idols was something that gets marked off the list in my surreal, unpredictable life. I love my job.
Said Daryl: Butch is one of a kind, as both an artist and producer. We shared some great musical moments, not to mention a great meal and some superb camaraderie.
The Cartersville, GA, native has produced hits and written songs for some of the biggest names in music, including Katy Perry, Weezer, Pink and Avril Lavigne. Rolling Stone named him Producer of the Year and called him one of America 's bet singer-songwriters. Walker performed alongside Taylor Swift and Stevie Nicks at the Grammys. He has released six solo albums since his debut in 1992, with the most recent collection, The Spade, featuring his band the Black Widows, coming out last August on L.A. indie Dangerbird Records. Last fall, Walker 's behind-the-scenes memoir of his life in music, Drinking with Strangers: Music Lessons from a Teenage Bullet Belt, was published by William Morrow, a division of Harper Collins.
SIXX:A.M. JOINS RYAN SEACREST, VINCE GILL AND SUGARLAND TO SUPPORT CITY OF HOPE:
Rock hit-makers Sixx:A.M. (vocalist and famed rock producer James Michael, Motley Crue bassist and radio personality Nikki Sixx and Guns n' Roses guitarist Dj Ashba) announced today an initiative to support City of Hope, a leading research, treatment and education center for cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Joining other celebrities such as Ryan Seacrest, Vince Gill and Sugarland in their support of City of Hope, Sixx:A.M. have offered their new music video for Are You With Me Now exclusively to the charity. Beginning today, fans who make a donation to City of Hope via www.cityofhope.org/radio will receive a code to unlock the never-been-seen-before video.
Check out a short preview of Sixx:A.M.'s new "Are You With Me Now" video: bit.ly/LKeUCk.
Are You With Me Now is the third single from the band's latest album, This Is Gonna Hurt. The album gave the band their first Top 10 debut on The Billboard 200 chart and has already produced the #1 hit Lies of the Beautiful People. The 11-track CD that Billboard proclaimed redefines the meaning of beauty and AOL added is boasting 11 radio-baiting tracks is also the soundtrack to Nikki Sixx's New York Times bestselling book This Is Gonna Hurt, which debuted at #4.
Sixx:A.M. is the rock band formed in 2007 by Nikki Sixx (bass), Dj Ashba (guitar) and James Michael (vocals). Their debut album, The Heroin Diaries Soundtrack, sold over 300,000 copies, and the single, Life Is Beautiful, became radio's most played rock song of 2008.
Official Site: sixxammusic.com.
NED EVETT SAYS WORKING WITH ADRIAN BELEW "IS REALLY COMING FULL CIRCLE FOR ME":
Guitarist Ned Evett recently released his sixth studio album Treehouse, produced by former King Crimson guitarist Adrian Belew. In a new interview with Examiner.com, Evett said working with Belew made his career come full circle.
USA Today hailed Evett as "the master of the fretless, glass-necked guitar," but the guitarist admitted that he took his inspiration from Belew - a fact that Belew was not aware of when the pair first met at a show in Milan, Italy in 2010. "When I met him backstage, he said, 'Hey, Ned, I know you. I play fretless guitar, too!'" the musician recalled. "Which is hysterical, because I initially got the idea of playing fretless guitar from Adrian. He played it in King Crimson back in the eighties. When I was a kid I saw him do it, and I said, 'Wouldn't it be cool if you played fretless guitar on every song all the time?' So for me to work with him all these years later is really coming full circle for me."
Evett said Belew kept many of the ideas from his original demos, but what very much a take-charge producer. "Adrian works very short days in the studio," he observed. "And his studio is in his house. You are completely under his control, and it's his environment. As any good producer does, he stays out of the way," Evett added. "You have short days, you're basically going off your first or second take, and he's the one that says it's time to move on. And you just have to trust that what he's hearing is your best performance."
Read the entire interview here: www.examiner.com/article/ned-evett-says-new-album-treehouse-is-really-coming-full-circle-for-me.
STEVE MILLER OPENS BOOK OF DREAMS 'INTHESTUDIO' FOR HIS LATEST CHAPTER ON ITS 35TH ANNIVERSARY:
Dallas, TX - MAY 14, 2012. North American syndicated rock radio show InTheStudio: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands plays host to Texas guitarmeister Steve Miller for the 35th anniversary of his classic Book of Dreams. While recording his iconic Fly Like An Eagle album in '75-'76, Miller found himself with a second album of top-shelf material including the Top 10 single Jet Airliner, Jungle Love, Swingtown, the steamy guitar blues Sacrifice and the moody Winter Time, selling millions of copies again. Miller is in a line of world-class Texas blues guitarists that include T-Bone Walker (who taught the little boy how to play the guitar behind his head and do the splits at the same time) and Stevie Ray Vaughan. As Steve points out to host Redbeard, there has always been an important element to the success of his live shows.
I always made people dance when I played. I can make people get up and dance. And to me that's always a real important part of what I do.
InTheStudio is syndicated on over 50 radio stations across North America. The Steve Miller/ InTheStudio program will air on radio this weekend. To stream this interview online, visit: www.inthestudio.net/online-on-demand/steve-miller-band-book-ofdreams-35th-anniversary/.
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Gag OrderAngel with HornsHabitchualIn the Name of LoveInner Monster OutI'm Your MindMy Disrupted RealityA Smile Upon DeathWhatever Our FortuneA.D.D.Waste of LifeAce of SpadesShadowsideInner Monster Out"Excellent heavy metal fronted by the powerful vocals of Dani Nolden!"Order Via:innerwound.bigcartel.comwww.amazon.com/Inner-Monster-Out-Shadowside/dp/B007R3B34Awww.amazon.de/Inner-Monster-Out-Shadowside/dp/B007KX53AM Spotify Link: open.spotify.com/album/55Cn6rDBdZvUTfanJOnxFg YouTube: youtu.be/bmpib_jyo20 - Album produced, mixed and mastered at Studio Fredman [In Flames, Dimmu Borgir, Hammerfall] - Guests on the album includes Björn "Speed" Strid [Soilwork], Niklas Isfelt [Dream Evil], Mikael Stanne [Dark Tranquillity] - Album artwork by Felipe Machado Franco [Blind Guardian, Rhapsody of Fire, Iced Earth]
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May 18 May 18 Friday, May 18, 2012VAN HALEN CANCELPOSTPONE USA DATES FROM JUNE 26:Van Halen have postponed all tour dates after June 26 without warning and without explanation. This comes not long after adding 30 dates to their so far very successful USA tour. I'm afraid this is not much of a news update as no one knows just why and no official explanation has been forthcoming. There was one statement attributed to a member of crew posted earlier online, but that was quickly determined to be an imposter and spokesperson for the band Janie Van Halen told me that no crew member ever speaks for the band and official statements will only ever come from her or the band's PR firm.
Rolling Stone online suggested a source names internal tensions were behind the decision, but that and all other speculation is yet to be confirmed. Stay tuned.
PRAYER RETURN AFTER SEVEN YEAR ABSENCE:
Escape Music announce the return of Finland's Prayer with their new album Danger In The Dark, which will be released in Europe July 20.
Prayer is back! It has been some 7 years since we were presented with the album "Wrong Address" (ESM117), which really set the pace way back in 2005 and gained the band a cult following. Prayer play Melodic Rock/AOR and hail from Oulu in Northern Finland.
"Danger in the Dark" is their brand new debut album which boasts catchy tunes with lots of double guitars and great keyboards. All songs have been written by Tapani Tikkanen, who is the driving force behind Prayer. Tapani´s musical career began in the early eighties with "IC-Rock" and continued later with "Tanna". Together with those bands he did hundreds of gigs all over Finland but after several albums and more than 20,000 records sold, it was time for a break. However, he kept writing songs, such as three albums for the craziest football club in the world, F.C.Rainbow and a solo single entitled "Everyone's a Winner".
Tapani wanted to create a band that brought out his rock and roll heart. After the recording of a few demos Tapani contacted his friend and keyboard-wizard Jari Huvila to talk about forming the band Prayer. Since "Wrong Address" there has been a line-up change, which now features distinguished keyboards player Mika Pohjola. Prayer play exciting hard melodic rock with a style that joins together the best of Saga, Treat and Royal Hunt. Their music has meaning and these guys are all committed to making this one of the most talked about releases in 2012. Anyone with a penchant for soaring vocals, driving guitars and plenty of keyboards are in for a real treat. It's as if all your prayers have been answered.
Track Listing: 1. Danger In The Dark 4.37 2. Nobody Loves You 3.51 3. KP 4.36 4. Get What I Came For 3.16 5. Another Fool 4.48 6. Never Let Your Dreams Die 5.12 7. Heart Wants You To Rock 3.53 8. Livin´ Ain´t Livin´ 4.30 9. I ´m Back 4.50 10. It´s Not The End 4.01.
The Band: Jukka Ihme - lead and rhythm guitar; Mika Pohjola - bass and keyboards; Matti Torro - drums; Tapani Tikkanen - lead and background vocals, rhythm guitar, percussion; Valtteri Tikkanen - rhythm guitar and keyboards.
Recorded at Soundmix Studios 2012, Oulu, Finland. Engineered and mixed by Mika Pohjola Produced by Tapani Tikkanen and Mika Pohjola.
Words and music by Tapani Tikkanen. www.Escape-Music.com.xx
LYNCH MOB'S TRIPLE USA REVOLUTION:
Los Angeles, CA On June 19, Deadline Music/Cleopatra Records will release a special 3-disc audio/video deluxe collection of Lynch Mob'sREvolution. The set features the full-length studio album Revolution with killer, supercharged renditions of classic Dokken/Lynch Mob tracks such as 'Tooth And Nail' 'Breaking The Chains' 'Wicked Sensation' and more. It also includes professionally filmed live performances recorded during the 2005 REvolution Tour, mixed in 5.1 surround sound.
George 'Mr. Scary' Lynch cemented his legendary role in the heavy music community in the early 1980s when he joined forces with Don Dokken. For almost a decade with Dokken, Lynch was able to develop a groundbreaking brand of guitar virtuoso that would also earn a Grammy nomination. In the early 1990s, Lynch launched his own project, Lynch Mob, which released several well-received records in between Lynch's eclectic other solo works.
But in 2003, the Mob reassembled to rework Dokken and Lynch Mob material. The result was a decidedly darker, heavier, and very experimental reinvention that fans of all iterations of George Lynch appreciated. They took it on the road for a series of fierce concerts that left audiences jaw-dropped at the band's creative live presentation. Along with the legendary George Lynch on guitar, this iteration of Lynch Mob features the return of Robert Mason on vocals after nearly a decade absence, original bassist Anthony Esposito, and Michael Frowein on drums.
REvolution will be available at record stores and online, MSRP $16.98.
DISC 1: REvolution 1. Tooth And Nail 2. Tangled In The Web 3. All I Want 4. Kiss Of Death 5. She's Evil But She's Mine 6. Relax 7. Cold Is The Heart 8. Breaking The Chains 9. When Darkness Calls 10. River Of Love 11. Wicked Sensation 12. Paris Is Burning 13. The Secret.
DISC 2: REvolution Live! CD 1. Intro 2. Paris Is Burning 3. Dance Of The Dogs 4. Tangled In The Web 5. All I Want 6. Kiss Of Death 7. She's Evil But She's Mine 8. Cold Is The Heart 9. When Darkness Calls 10. River Of Love 11. Rain 12. Hell Child 13. Breaking The Chains 14. Wicked Sensation 15. Tooth And Nail.
DISC 3: REvolution Live! DVD 1. Paris Is Burning 2. Dance Of The Dogs 3. Tangled In The Web 4. All I Want 5. Kiss Of Death 6. She's Evil But She's Mine 7. Cold Is The Heart 8. When Darkness Calls 9. River Of Love 10. Hell Child 11. Breaking The Chains 12. Wicked Sensation 13. Tooth And Nail BONUS TRACK 14. Rain.
MP3 'Kiss of Death' - soundcloud.com/spinner-pr/kiss-of-death-lynch-mob-from/s-l7DPi.
ZZ TOP'S BILLY GIBBONS, DUSTY HILL AND FRANK BEARD TELL TALL TEXAS TALES:
Dallas, TX - MAY 17, 2012. North American syndicated rock radio show InTheStudio: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands dresses it out fine with ZZ Top guitarist/singer Billy Gibbons, bass player/singer Dusty Hill and drummer Frank Beard for their breakout third album, 1973's Tres Hombres. ZZ Top covers the topics of Vampire Travel; a three-legged beaver; blowing the roof off a New Orleans nightclub; beer drinkers and hellraisers; T for Texas, T for Tennessee; wearing 60 pound Nudie suites while performing at 3 in the afternoon in an Ohio cornfield...you know, all the Rock'n'Roll basics. And that's only part 1 of a three parter. Frank Beard shares with host Redbeard his insight on the magic of Billy Gibbons guitar tone.
From day one Billy was aware of the frequencies that make up a tone and the sound wave that comes out... Billy has always been a master of producing this giant square wave of sound so it's loud and full, but it doesn't hurt your ears.
InTheStudio.NET is the website for the syndicated radio program InTheStudio: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands. The ZZ TOP 'Tres Hombres' / InTheStudio program is in three parts and streamable now at: www.inthestudio.net/online-only-interviews/zz-top-tres-hombrespt1 / www.inthestudio.net/online-only-interviews/zz-top-tres-hombres-pt2 / www.inthestudio.net/online-only-interviews/zz-top-tres-hombres-pt3.
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The Murder Of My Sweet: "Unbreakable" digital single available / video clip filmed!
Sweden's "Cinematic Rock" sensation The Murder Of My Sweet will release its highly-anticipated second album "Bye Bye Lullaby" on May 25th. The song "Unbreakable" is available as digital single already and also for streaming in entire length here. A video clip for "Unbreakable" was recently filmed and will premiere sometime soon.
Kissin' Dynamite: debut album "Steel Of Swabia" to be re-released worldwide by AFM Records!
After the successful release of their third album "Money, Sex & Power" (a Top 50 album in the official German album chart), German high-energy rockers Kissin' Dynamite follow up with a re-release of their legendary debut album "Steel Of Swabia", which was originally released in 2008. The re-release comes as digipak and will be available in many parts of the world for the first time ever!
Tracklist: 01: Let's Get Freaky 02: Out In The Rain 03: Steel Of Swabia 04: Against The World 05: My Religion 06: Only The Good Die Young 07: Zombie 08: Welcome To The Jungle 09: Heartattack 10: Lie For Me 11. Ready Steady Thunder 12: I Hate Hip Hop.xx
DECIBEL GEEK PODCAST RELEASES 1991 YEAR IN REVIEW EPISODE:
Episode Now Available for Download/Streaming / The Decibel Geek podcast has released episode 33 1991 Year in Review for downloading and streaming. In this episode, hosts Aaron Camaro and Chris Czynszak discuss the pop culture happenings of 1991 as well as spin songs from all angles of the rock music genre. Memorable news stories of 1991 included the arrests of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer and comedian Pee Wee Herman. The Gulf War also had the nation in emotional flux with a climax of patriotism being achieved with Whitney Houston's rousing rendition of the Star Spangled Banner at Super Bowl XXV.
The glam-to-grunge changeover took place in 1991 with bands like Poison and Enuff Z'nuff becoming passé while Seattle exploded on the national map with the emergence of Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains. Chris & Aaron give you musical examples of where things shifted. Also discussed in this episode are the tragic losses of rock legends Freddy Mercury & Eric Carr. Chart positions in the hard rock and heavy metal world from 1991 are compared and contrasted and give you a glimpse into the shifting tides of popularity in the music industry.
This is our third Year in Review episode says Decibel Geek co-host Chris Czynszak. Our first two Year in Reviews covering 1975 and 1983 generated some of the greatest feedback and interaction that we've seen. With this 1991 episode we hope that trend continues as we provide a trip down memory lane by discussing what rocked, what sucked, and what left us completely confused.
The Decibel Geek Podcast was launched in June of 2011 by Chris Czynszak, a former rock journalist and webmaster. With co-host Aaron Camaro, the Decibel Geek Podcast is quickly earning a reputation as one of the go-to music commentary podcasts on the internet. All episodes are available on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, as well as the official Decibel Geek Podcast website.
To access the Decibel Geek Podcast visit www.dbgeekshow.blogspot.com.
THE DARK SIDE OF THE VOODOO:
Italian hard rockers Voodoo Highway are proud to announce that the cover artwork of their new album currently being recorded, will be edited and created by renowned artist Storm Thorgerson. Storm Thorgerson is most known for being the key art of the British graphic art group "Hipgnosis", and for being the creator of one of the most known album covers of all time in the shape of Pink Floyd's "The Dark Side of the Moon".
Among his works may be included the covers of numerous artists globally known such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Rainbow, Audioslave, The Muse, Biffy Clyro, The Cranberries, Bruce Dickinson, Dream Theater, Europe, Helloween, Megadeth, Offspring, Rival Sons...
More news on the cover will be revealed in the next few months.
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Thursday, May 17, 2012MAGNUM BEGIN THE INFORMATION CAMPAIGN FOR THEIR 13TH DAY RELEASE: The new album On The 13th Day will be Magnum's 18th studio album to date. Following on from the success of "The Visitation" Magnum once again return on top form. With 11 brand new tracks taking elements from Magnum's back catalogue of hook filled choruses and high end production "On The 13th Day" stands to be the best album to date. Right from the opening track "All The Dreamers" set to be the new "Sacred Hour" fans will get an instant feeling that this album has something very special to offer! Once again Rodney Matthews fine artwork covers SPV's very high standard of packaging which Magnum fans have been accustomed to. The album is set to release September 2012 followed by an extensive UK & European tour. WebLink: www.magnumonline.co.uk.EDEN'S CURSE SIGN TO ROCK N GROWL & PREVIEW NEW DEMO: Multinational Melodic Metal band Eden's Curse has inked a worldwide management deal with Germany's Rock N Growl Management. The band is also making great progress with the writing process for album number four; a short snippet from a new demo track called Losing My Faith can be streamed here: soundcloud.com/edenscurse/edens-curse-losing-my-faith. Bassist Paul Logue says: We are delighted to welcome Axel to the EC family and we look forward to making great strides in taking Eden's Curse to the masses. Our primary goal is get out and play to as many people as possible over the next few years, and with Axel's experience and extensive network of contacts, we are confident we have the right guy beside us.Eden's Curse line-up features: Marco Sandron Vocals, Thorsten Koehne Guitars, Paul Logue Bass, Pete Newdeck Drums and Alessandro Del Vecchio - Keyboards. As previously reported, Eden's Curse announced Italian vocalist Marco Sandron in March as the new voice of The Curse with the release of their brand new single and promotional video Time To Breathe. The track is currently available for free download at www.EdensCurse.com and the video can be viewed here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xb-g_7kxrvw. The band are also thrilled to announce play Dokkem Open Air Festival in Holland on Saturday 30th June alongside Arch Enemy, Jon Oliva's Pain and Dominici www.dokkemopenair.eu/nl/bands/207. The future looks ever brighter for the British/German/Italian quintet who head into the studio to record their most hotly anticipated record to date, later in the year. The best part is this band is just getting started!www.facebook.com/edenscurseofficial / www.EdensCurse.com / www.rockngrowl.com. RICHIE SAMBORA ON ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT:Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora co-hosted Entertainment Tonight, which can be seen below in an edited highlights clip via YouTube. Of the main points Richie made - his anticipated new solo album is described as "A Damn good rock n roll record." And there's Bon Jovi news too. Richie states: "Bon Jovi are in the studio right now and the album should be out in March." Expect Richie to be on tour later in the year to support the solo release. Check out the video: JORN - BRING HEAVY ROCK TO THE LAND (OFFICIAL VIDEO): Taken from the album Bring Heavy Rock to the Land out on Frontiers Records. Release date: EU -- June 1st 2012, NA -- June 5th 2012. The single is out now on iTunes: itunes.apple.com/it/album/bring-heavy-rock-to-land-single/id521359262. For more info: . JACK RUSSELL TO FULL-IN-BLOOM: Part II of the Full in Bloom interview with Jack Russell is now online. Part III will be coming soon. Here are a few excerpts:FIB Music: Why haven't you done a record with Jimmy Page?Jack: I think Jimmy Page just lost my phone number (laughs). Here's a funny story. My ex-girlfriend, she was married to the drummer for Whitesnake (Tommy Aldrige).....she and I became friends and had a little fling, for a minute, then kind of stayed friends over the years. She ended up divorcing Tommy and I got out of my second marriage and we hooked up and became friends again and became lovers. We were engaged for a long time. Anyhow, she told me of a story about how one night Robert Plant took out all the guys from Whitesnake, just to piss David Coverdale off. He was sitting there bagging on David Coverdale, about how he was stealing his shit. And then he goes, 'but you know what? That Jack Russell guy, he sounds more like me than I do.' He was very complimentary. I was like, 'damn man, he knows who I am'. It was really, really cool. That's the great thing about this business. After you're in it a long time, you start meeting some of your heroes. Like Steven Tyler. He has always been there for me when I needed his help. August 11th was my last surgery for my shattered pelvis. I woke up, my wife goes, 'Jack, your friend Jani Lane (Warrant) just died of alcohol poisoning. I went, 'oh my God, I'm next'. Steven Tyler calls me a couple of days later and says, 'Jack, what the fuck you doing, man?'....I go, 'Steven, I don't know', he says, 'you got to get sober, buddy, we don't want to lose you'. So I did. My life has gotten so much better, so fast. I am able to make decisions again; I'm in charge of my business. Everything I do is the way that I want to do it. It's working out really well.FIB Music: Alan Niven (managed Great White & Guns n Roses) played a key role in the success of Great white. Didn't he help write a lot of the songs?Jack: Yes he did, but here's the thing. Let's say Alan, Mark and I write a song together. You figure it would be split where each person gets a 1/3. What did he do? Alan would take 1/2 because he's an outside writer and then he would commission 20% of ours. What? I didn't find that out until we fired him. I couldn't believe he did that. It's perfectly legal but it's a little unethical.FIB Music: Did you know that 'Rock Me' would be the song that launched your career?Jack: Oh yeah, dude. I remember sitting in the studio with Mark and listening to 'Rock Me' on playback and I looked over at him and go, 'dude, this could be really big' and we'd start giggling.FIB Music: Do you remember writing the song?Jack: Absolutely. I remember they gave me the music and after two weeks, I'm trying to figure out what to sing to it. (Jack starts singing the lyrics to 'Rock Me' and then humming the melody) 'Sweet little babe, you don't have to go'....etc. It started with the melody and then the lyrics. Alan wrote some great lyrics and Alan and I wrote some great lyrics together. It was a great band at that time. It still is a great band, for me. I hear that other thing and it's just not Great white, it's a tribute band. If you close your eyes it's going to be a tribute band playing songs by Great White.
The entire interview can be found here: fullinbloom.com/jack_russell_greatwhite_oncebitten_rockme.html.
SLASH BACK DOWNUNDER:
Slash will be back in Australia for dates in August. The band has been christened Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators. The setlist will feature songs from Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver and Slash's solo albums including his new album 'Apocalyptic Love'.
Tickets go on sale on June 1. Dates are:
August 23, Brisbane, The Riverstage
August 25, Sydney, Entertainment Centre
August 26, Melbourne, Hisense Arena
August 28, Adelaide, Thebarton Theatre
August 30, Perth, Metro City
ROCK OF AGES MOVIE SOUNDTRACK ANNOUNCED:
I know what you are all thinking...how can this possible work as a movie with those folks singing those songs. We'll see. The stage show has been very popular with all manner of people. Let's hope that translates to the film. I'm not sure the soundtrack will appeal to many here (despite the great songs covered), but for the record:
Due to be released June 5 ten days before the film hits theatres "Rock Of Ages: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" features the following track listing:
01. Paradise City (Tom Cruise) 02. Sister Christian/Just Like Paradise/Nothin' But a Good Time (Diego Boneta) 03. Juke Box Hero/I Love Rock 'N' Roll (Diego Boneta) 04. Hit Me With Your Best Shot (Catherine Zeta-Jones) 05. Waiting For A Girl Like You Diego Boneta 06. More Than Words/Heaven (Diego Boneta) 07. Wanted Dead Or Alive (Julianne Hough) 08. I Want To Know What Love Is (Malin Akerman) 09. I Wanna Rock (Diego Boneta) 10. Pour Some Sugar On Me (Tom Cruise) 11. Harden My Heart (Julianne Hough) 12. Shadows Of The Night/Harden My Heart (Julianne Hough) 13. Here I Go Again (Diego Boneta) 14. Can't Fight This Feeling (Russell Brand) 15. Any Way You Want It (Julianne Hough) 16. Undercover Love (Diego Boneta) 17. Every Rose Has Its Thorn (Diego Boneta) 18. Rock You Like A Hurricane (Julianne Hough) 19. We Built This City/We're Not Gonna Take It (Russell Brand) 20. Don't Stop Believin' (Diego Boneta).
RICHARD MARX LINES UP NEW LIVE CD/DVD RELEASE:
Richard Marx has another US release lined up for June 19. A Night Out With Friends is a live recording of a PBS series Front Row Center, set to air this US Summer! CD/DVD combo - CD features 12 tracks (10 live + 2 brand new studio tracks) and DVD features 21 tracks. Special guests include Hugh Jackman, JC Chasez, Sara Niemietz, & Matt Scannell.
Disc: 1 1. Endless Summer Nights 2. One Thing Left 3. Hazard 4. Through My Veins 5. When You Loved Me 6. This I Promise You with JC Chasez 7. The Letter with Hugh Jackman 8. Satisfied 9. Should've Known Better 10. Right Here Waiting 11. Over My Head 12. Wouldn't Let Me Love You.
Disc: 2 DVD - 1. Endless Summer Nights 2. Keep Coming Back with Sara Niemietz 3. One Thing Left 4. Hazard 5. You're A God with Matt Scannell 6. Hold On To The Nights/Now & Forever 7. Always On Your Mind 8. Save Me 9. Through My Veins 10. Take This Heart 11. When You Love Me 12. Better Life 13. This I Promise You with JC Chasez 14. The Letter with Hugh Jackman 15. To Where You Are with Hugh Jackman 16. Angelia 17. Satisfied 18. Should've Known Better 19. The Way She Loves Me 20. Don't Mean Nothing 21. Right Here Waiting.
INTRODUCING SWEDEN'S FAIR OF FREAKS:
Press Release / Fair Of Freaks are a new Swedish melodic hard rock band put together by ex-Pole Position and Neondaze guitarist Lars Boquist. 'The More I Want' is the bands new ten track CD which was released on May 1st 2012 and recorded at Milk Studios, Norrköping, Sweden. The CD has already been gaining strong reviews and airplay. Band Line-Up: Lead Vocals - Sean Sanders, Guitar - Lars Boquist, Bass - Oscar Jonas, Drums - Hampus Landin (ex-Miss Behaviour/Neondaze).
Tracklisting: 1) Changes 2) Different Situation 3) Now You're Gone 4) Beautiful Ice 5) Forgotten 6) Other Ways 7) Fountain of Love 8) Holy Disguise 9) On and On 10) Winterbound.
WebLinks: www.fairoffreaks.com / www.myspace.com/fairoffreaks / www.facebook.com/FairofFreaks / www.youtube.com/user/fairoffreaks.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS WITH TRACER AND EXUMER, PLUS DIO TRIBUTE:
On Rich Davenport's Rock Show this week (Thursday 17th May 2012, 21:00 - 23:00 UK on www.totalrock.com, repeated Saturday 19th May 3012, 08:00 - 10:00) you can check out two exclusive interviews. Michael Brown of fast-rising Australian rockers Tracer, whose sound blends classic and contemporary influences to powerful effect, will be talking about current album "Spaces In Between", complete with two songs from the band. And Mem V Stein, frontman with classic Thrash masters Exumer, who formed part of the legendary German thrash scene of the 1980s along with the likes of Kreator, Destruction and Sodom, will be talking about the band's return to action with their recent tours and brand new album "Fire and Damnation". Mem will also select a Thin Lizzy song for the show's weekly Phil Lynott tribute slot.
The show also features an extended version of the weekly Ronnie James Dio tribute spot, with a selection of Dio and Rainbow songs to mark the 2nd anniversary of Ronnie's passing, plus classic tracks and killer new cuts from Kiss, Tesla, Player, Axel Rudi Pell, Whitesnake, Blackfoot, Bachman Turner Overdrive, U.D.O, Motorhead, Monument, and will be available for streaming on Mixcloud from Friday 18th May at www.mixcloud.com/richdav1.Wednesday, May 16, 2012
PAST SHY MEMBERS GATHER TO PAY TRIBUTE TO STEVE HARRIS:
Vocalist Tony Mills has reconnected with his former band mates in Shy and has posted this message on this site's Noticeboard in regards to the upcoming tribute show for recently deceased Shy guitarist Steve Harris:
"It is with great pleasure and beyond all hope, that the planets have aligned and I can be present to share the stage with so many talented musicians at the Asylum Venue in Birmingham on 28 October 2012, to celebrate the career and music of Steve Harris from Shy. The concert is really about raising money for the treatment and rehabilitation of brain tumour patients and the intention is to make a considerable donation to this cause, so that we can develop a greater understanding and appreciation of what is involved and what development is essential for all of our futures, not least our children.
Shy plan to play the full list from their recent acclaimed album, and most, if not all of the musicians that have worked with Steve since the early 80's have held up their hands to stress their involvement, commendably. I know that it will be an historic occasion in the annals of Birmingham and its rock heritage, following in all our hero's footsteps and leaving Steve's indelible mark for others to take such an inspiring example.
All I can say right now, as we sift through all his work, is that we would love to see Shy fans from everywhere; this is a one off gig with musicians that I personally haven't worked with for nearly twenty five years, so I guess we'll all have a lot to share, fans and musicians alike. If you can get there, we want to meet you and celebrate Steve Harris. Please come and let's all make a difference while we have the opportunity to do so." ~ Tony Mills.
And in a direct message to me, Tony added: "I've found an unbelievable window in TNT's schedule to allow me to get back to the UK and perform for the tribute concert for the work of Steve Harris from SHY. There is little that can allow you not to give up your time to support such an artist and his memory. I'm filled with sadness, yet I'm constantly celebrating his work and it remains one of my main anchors in this business."
LONG TIME COMIN' - EONIAN RECORDS PRESENTS MURDER BAY & RATTLESHAKE:
The world's premier archive label Eonian Records, is proud to present two new titles now available at www.EonianRecords.com, most all US retailers distributed by Sony Records RED and Japan's best Hard Rock and Metal retailers.
Murder BayNever Was an Angel ER00019 / Hailing from San Francisco, California, Murder Bay was one of the very best unsigned rock bands of the early 90's, packing clubs everywhere they played. With monstrous grooves, killer hooks, ass-kicking vocals and screaming guitar work culminating into a high-energy live show, the band wasted no time in developing a large fan base, catching the eye of music executives coast to coast, as well as collecting numerous accolades from rock's biggest magazines. Never Was An Angel features songs recorded, mixed and produced by Eric Valentine (Queens of the Stone Age, Good Charlotte, Third Eye Blind, All-American Rejects, Slash and more). For fans of Van Halen, Ratt and Warrant.
Track-listing: 1. Land Of Plenty 2. Honey Child 3. Outta Line 4. Ultraglide 5. Simple Man 6. Dirty Work 7. Never Was An Angel 8. What's Good For You 9. Long Time Comin' 10. Keep Me In Mind 11. Got No Business 12. Around Again 13. Song?
Rattleshake Self-Titled ER00020 / Hard rock bands are not created to play music that could pose as a cure for insomnia, hard rock bands are created to blast speakers and peel the plaster right off the walls. Fellow Bay Area metalers, Rattleshake were no exception. So many unsigned hard rock bands from back in the day claim to have nearly struck it big, but Rattleshake remain refreshingly candid in that department, acknowledging that nothing really came close to panning out. Whatever the reason, Rattleshake's hard rock journey left behind dreams they had dared to chase, memories they would never forget, and some serious, kick-ass music to rock out to. Recorded, mixed and produced by Rob Beaton (Guns n' Roses, The Sea Hags, Sammy Hagar, Santana, and more). For fans of Motley Crue, Tesla and Skid Row.
Track-listing: 1. Shootin' Whiskey 2. Gypsy Queen 3. Take Me Down 4. Mudbone Delight 5. Jump On Me 6. Never Say Goodbye 7. Rattleshake Boogie.xx
Both new titles feature 24-bit re-mastering from the original source tapes by Rob Beaton, band history written by Mark Allen of www.hardrockhaven.net, tons of great, never before seen photos throughout a 10-page, full-color booklet and amazing artwork Hard Rock and Metal fans crave and deserve. Order both titles from Eonian's NEW website and improved Rockshop at www.EonianRecords.com and receive The Ultimate Eonian Sampler with full art and band pictures featuring 18 tracks from the Eonian catalog and 3 sneak-peaks at future titles. Please be sure and add disc to your shopping cart.
Track-listing: 1. Charlemagne Secret Romeo 2. High Noon When the Night Calls 3. Pistol Dawn Conversation Piece 4. Shake City Lust & Love 5. UZI Rocker 6. Felony Yank That Chain 7. Strike Twice Undress Me 8. Sgt. Roxx Don't Cry 9. Dr. Grind Whisky Lover 10. Charlotte Siren 11. Legacy What A World 12. Gynger Lynn Wanna Be Your Lover 13. Sweet Sybil - #69 14. Dear Diary Momma Said 15. Wanted Too Hot To Handle 16. Sandra Dee Peace, Pot & Politcs 17. TNA You Cried Wolf 18. Vandal Better Off Dead 19. Snakeskin Cowboy Double Dose 20. Rattleshake Take Me Down 21. Youngblood Pump It Up.
STATEMENT ON UPCOMING BLACK SABBATH SHOWS:
It's really sad that this situation couldn't be overcome for the sake of the fans and historical accuracy. Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward bows out:
Dear Sabbath Fans and Fellow Musicians, I sincerely regret to inform you that after a final effort to participate in the upcoming Sabbath shows a failure to agree has continued. At this time I have to inform you that I won't be playing with Black Sabbath at the Birmingham gig dated May 19th, 2012, nor will I be playing at Download on June 10th, 2012. Further, I will not be playing at Lollapalooza on August 3, 2012.
It is with a very sad heart that I bring you this news. I am sincerely passionate in my desire to play with the band, and I'm very, very sorry that it's fallen to this. This statement is even more painstaking to write, as I was particularly excited to play alongside Tony Iommi after the recent treatments he underwent. I wanted that to become a reality.
To express my thoughts about you, the Sabbath fans, I'm going to speak to you all through an experience my brother James had recently. My brother Jimmy lives in the U.K. When speaking with him a couple of days ago, he told me that an acquaintance had stopped him on the street and confronted him, "is your brother playing Birmingham? What's going on? I waited in line with my son and paid x amount for the concert tickets."
The man's son is a young drummer. He's going to see Sabbath, and he wants to see Bill Ward play drums. Upon hearing this news, I felt horrible. I couldn't help feeling some resentment towards the failure to reach an agreement, the failure to remember where we came from, the failure to be as brothers, as we once were. To be clear, I'm not blaming the other guys or finding any faults with them. I would think it can't be easy for them either, but this situation is just really sad. It's sad that it's come to this. "This" will surely leave a mark and be unwelcome to the memory. Hopefully "this" will heal and pass in time. My heart sank when Jimmy told me about this young boy. I know this boy is going to be disappointed, and I don't know how to amend it, other than to put my arms around the boy and tell him I love him. Sabbath fans have a voice and a face, to me you're human, you have families and despair. You have ferocity and emotions and graciousness, and at this moment as far as I'm concerned you are also that young boy in England. I don't know how to amend my part in these failings other than to put my arms around you and say I love you and let you know I'm very, very sorry.
Throughout this process, which began over a year ago, I have had to stand up for myself time and time again. I have had to stand up for myself and in doing so realize my actions indirectly, although unintentionally, are upsetting and hurting a lot of you. I know in my heart I couldn't have done these concerts by agreeing the terms suggested. I made a solemn vow after the last European and Ozzfest concerts that I would never again enter into what was, in my opinion, a totally unsatisfactory contract. I have to stand for something, and as painful as it is, I'm doing it.
WebLink: www.billward.com/2012/05/statement-on-upcoming-black-sabbath-shows/
STEPHEN PEARCY OF RATT DOING TASTING AND SIGNING FOR HIS NEW TOP FUEL VERDE SAUCE:
Looking for a new flavor or a new way of spicing up your life? Well look no more. Stephen Pearcy of the multi-platinum selling band Ratt has just released his Top Fuel Verde Sauce through High River Sauces in collaboration with Chris Santos from the Chef of the Food Network's highest rated Show "Chopped". To celebrate the release of the Top Fuel Verde Sauce Stephen will be doing a tasting and signing at Hot Licks Hot Sauce Store in San Diego, CA on May 26 at 2 PM PST.
"I love heating up all my foods. From eggs for breakfast, to Mexican, hamburgers, chili, you name it, I love my hot sauce. I've been wanting to release my own hot sauce for some time now and with a blink of an eye, I'm talking to Steve Seabury from High River Sauces and fellow rocker and amazing chef Chris Santos about the Top Fuel Verde Sauce." says Stephen Pearcy about his passion for fiery foods.
Chef Chris Santos is the co-owner of The Stanton Social Restaurant, Beauty & Essex Restaurant and Lounge & Pawn Shop which was recently named "The hottest new restaurant in America" by Zagat. Chris was also awarded the prestigious "Rising Star" award from Star Chefs Magazine for his work at The Stanton Social.
"Collaborating with Steve from High River Sauce and Stephen Pearcy has been such a 'way cool' experience. At the age of 14 my brother took me to see Ratt for my first concert at the Providence Civic Center. That night changed my life, in the cheap seats, surrounded my 10,000 metal heads. Of the thousands of shows I've seen since - you don't forget your first. So to be working with Stephen is pretty fucking cool." adds Santos.
Top Fuel Verde Sauce will ignite your taste buds with its garden fresh flavors and the perfect amount of heat. Makes an excellent choice for grilled steaks, chicken, fish, tacos and nachos. This sauce will enhance all of your favorite dishes! Its deliciously addictive you will not be able to put it away.
Hot Lick's Hot Sauce Store 2 PM PST Seaport Village Location 865 West Harbor Drive San Diego, California 92101 619.235.4000 www.2hotlicks.com.
For more information please visit: www.stephen-pearcy.com / www.HighRiverSauces.com.xx
RARE SPIDERS & SNAKES RELEASE RE-ISSUED:
Los Angeles, CA On June 19, Deadline Music (a subsidiary of Cleopatra Records) will release the rare fifth studio album from Spiders & Snakes, the storied Sunset Blvd. band fronted by Lizzie Grey. Packaged with bonus tracks from the original 1980 London demo featuring Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue and Nigel Benjamin of Mott the Hoople, this London Daze release is finally celebrating the unsung legacy of Lizzie and his place in Hollywood rock music history.
London Daze was originally released in 2000 through Deadline/Cleopatra Records, but a series of epically unfortunate events, including a paperwork glitch with the label's distributer and most horrifically the unexpected death of bassist Leigh Lawson just four weeks after the album's release, prevented it from reaching the masses. The band had to cancel its entire U.S. tour to support the record, and the London Daze CD sat dormant in a warehouse in the Midwest as the band was forced to re-group. "This album is like a time capsule. It's not just nostalgia; it never got its chance, so it's actually new. In mint condition!" said Lizzie.
Lizzie likes to say he has the Midas touch, but not on himself. For decades in bands like London, Sister and St. Valentine, he's collaborated with people who have gone on to luminous careers, including Izzy, Steven, Slash, and Axl (Guns 'n Roses), Blackie Lawless (WASP), Fred Coury (Cinderella), Nigel Benjamin (Mott The Hoople) and Desi and Lizzy (D'Molls). Most notably, he penned Public Enemy #1 which went on to be a calling card for Nikki and Motley Crue. With one foot firmly in the Sunset Strip and the other in punk, Lizzie has kept the creative wheels turning and never gave up on the enduring power of rock n' roll.
Given this history and influence, Lizzie has been featured in "The Metal Years" and VH1's "Metal Evolution" series. On London Daze, Lizzie says "Anyone into motivated Hollywood street rock will be getting their money's worth."
In addition to Lizzie on vocals and guitar and the late Leigh Lawson (bass), Spiders & Snakes is Doug E. Sex (guitar) and Timothy Yasui (drums, percussion, backing vocals).
London Daze Track List 1. London Daze 2. Nonstop Rock 3. Party in Hollywood 4. Radio Stars 5. Don't Know When To Stop 6. Public Enemy #1 7. Run, Run, Run (Jo Jo Gunn cover) 8. Elvis's TV 9. Rock And Roll Queen (Mott the Hoople cover) 10. 2000 Rock & Roll.
Bonus Tracks: Original 1980 London demo featuring Lizzie Grey, Nikki Sixx, and Nigel Benjamin 11. Nobody Loves You Like I Do 12. Straight From The Heart 13. Dream Girl.
London Daze will be in stores and online retailers for MSRP of $6.98. Spiders & Snakes will be performing summer shows, including headlining the Glitter n Glam Rock Fest at the legendary Whisky a Go Go on June 17.
WebLinks: www.spidersandsnakes.com.Tuesday, May 15, 2012
MELODICROCK CATCHES UP WITH JACK BLADES:
I was talking to Night Ranger's Jack Blades this morning about the band's acclaimed performance at the M3 festival this past weekend. From the feedback and comments I have heard, it seems Night Ranger were one of (if not the) band of the weekend.
Jack said it all just came together for the them, that they were all at the top of the game and really enjoyed the show. He also stated that the audience was amazing, often singing louder than the band themselves. To quote Jack: "It was the most fun, crazy, ass kicking rock n roll show ever!"
Here's what one site regular Dan had to say: "Night Ranger is one of the 5 best live acts in the WORLD right now. Again, f*** the HDNet recording. It sounds good, but nothing like the live performance that I experienced. They were just A M A Z I N G. EVERYONE was buzzing after their set...and still talking about it the next day. Night Ranger had all five members singing harmonies and backing vocals and were completely live, they worked their asses off. As a fan, that's good to see."
The Night Ranger guys are getting together again tomorrow at Jack's home base to rehearse for a very special show this Thursday - the are recording a Storytellers Unplugged DVD at Bob Weir's San Rafael studio, in front of an invited audience of about 100 people (including Eric & Denise Martin and other special guests).
Jack and I discussed at length the inclusion of a very special cover tune for the event and I think fans will love the choice of song made. It's a very special song that will really work well given the Night Ranger treatment!
In other news Jack is due to film an episode of Celebrity Ghost Stories (Biography Network) next week in LA.
Stay tuned for details and feedback from the guys of the DVD filming. The M3 Night Ranger set list was: Lay It On Me, Sing Me Away, Rumours In The Air, Growing Up in California, The Secret of My Success, Touch of Madness, Sentimental Street, Eddie's Comin' Out Tonight, High Enough, Four in the Morning, When You Close Your Eyes, Don't Tell Me You Love Me. Encore: Sister Christian, (You Can Still) Rock in America.
TALON RELEASE "LIVE IN CHICAGO" CONCERT ON BLU-RAY AND DVD:
Melodic Hard Rock torch-bearers Talon have just released the video document of their high-energy set from Melodic Rock Fest 2, which includes every key Talon track from their 3 studio albums. They were recently captured live at the end of their Fallen Angels tour and the concert includes live versions of their greatest hits, plus 4 new tracks recently released on their highly-praised Talon - IIIEscape Music CD Release.
To document this amazing show, Vision 4 Films (Bret Michaels, Megadeth) were chosen to film the event in High Definition using 7 Pro HD Panasonic AVCHD cameras. Produced and edited by John Parker, the video release captures the band having a great time in Chicago and showcases the muscle and melody the band display live.
This special edition video also includes several bonus features Talon appearances and behind-the-scenes fun at the 2009 and 2010 Dakota Rock Fests, Talon in-studio tracking for the III CD Release, a Melodic Rock Fest Slideshow and a Dakota Rock Fest's Slideshow. And as a bonus all pre-orders and 1st-run orders will receive a companion 'Live CD' of the Chicago set!
Both the Blu-Ray and DVD includes the following songs: 1 Cryin' To Me, 2 Always Be My Baby, 3 What About Me, 4 Paradise, 5 Baby Jane, 6 Sacrifice, 7 When Will I, 8 Last Time, 9 Mother Mary May I, 10 Live Free or Die, 11 Jane.
Both versions are NTSC and Region-Free for worldwide viewing. The Blu-Ray concert w/bonus CD and the DVD concert w/bonus CD are now available and include U.S. 1st Class Shipping. There are also buy tabs for International shipping (adds $4).
To order, go to the Talon Official Facebook Page and click on the Talon Store tab!
WebLinks: band.to/talonofficial / listn.to/TalonOfficial / www.reverbnation.com/talonofficial.
HARTMANN SET TO LAUNCH BALANCE AT GERMAN SHOW:
Hartmann will celebrate their new album Balance with a release party held at Aschaffenburg's Colossaal venue on May 19. The band will play all songs from the forthcoming record at this event (along with classics from the Hartmann back catalogue).
Tour dates:
18.05. D-Wiesbaden, Kranzplatz Open Air
19.05. D-Aschaffenburg, Colossaal (release party)
26.05. CH-Tennwil, Rocknacht Open Air
21.07. D-Bensheim, Fürstenlager (unplugged with "Handmade"-line up)
Balance will be released on Avenue Of Allies on June 1. Sample the tracks from this great new album via the MelodicRock CD Showcase launched today. Or these highlights direct here: 1) All My Life 4) Fool For You 5) After The Love Is Gone 10) Shout.
WebLinks: www.oliverhartmann.com / www.avenue-of-allies.com.xx
FOURTH STEELSHINE RELEASE FOR DAVE HENZERLING:
Guitarist Dave Henzerling (King Kobra, Big Cock) has released the third song from his new Steelshine project. Says Dave: "I've had this project (Steelshine) brewing in my head for some time. This new song is part of a ten song collection that I'll be releasing one-per-month, aggregating all into a complete album towards the end of the year. There's a lot of diverse stuff coming up, but I believe there's a cohesive thread weaving through all the songs. It's been a great privilege working with my good friend John Covington on drums again and with stellar vocalist Seann "Tarsha" Nicols.
Stream B.F.A. here: bfa.driverwildmusic.com.
ORIGINAL JETBOY LINE-UP REFORM FOR 25TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW:
Los Angeles- In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the recording of their debut album Feel the Shake, the 4 original members of Jetboy (Mickey Finn, Billy Rowe, Fernie Rod and Ron Tostenson) will be reuniting for one night only, June 1, 2012 at the legendary Whisky-a-Go-Go in Los Angeles, California. This lineup will include bass player Charles Norman who joined the band after the departure of Sam Yaffa in 1990. This is as close to an original lineup the band has done since then say's Mickey Finn.
This will also be the 25 year mark that their original bass player Todd Crew passed away. We as his friends thought that it would be a fitting tribute to not only celebrate the anniversary of 'Feel the Shake', but also our friend Todd Crew a life taken way too soon say's Jetboy.
Jetboy in recent years has continued to play major festivals in the United States such as Rocklahoma, Rock on the Range, The M3 Festival and Rock the Bayou with a rejuvenated lineup. When the Whisky called us with the idea, we never thought we could make it happen, but everyone was up for it say's Fernie Rod. It's just flat out exciting to think that after all this time, the original members can get back in the saddle for one more ride and help Los Angeles to Feel the Shake!
Tickets for the show can be had by visiting: www.whiskyagogo.com.
DARYL HALL AND BUTCH WALKER JOIN PHILLY AND GEORGIA SOUL FOR LIVE FROM DARYL'S HOUSE:
Daryl and Noted Performer/Producer Play Six-Song Set That Includes Daryl Hall & John Oates classic Say It Isn't So, Hall's solo Why Was It So Easy along with Walker songs from The Spade album.
New York, May 14, 2012Daryl Hall hooks up with yet another multi-talented hyphenate in Georgia-born performer/producer Butch Walker on the 54th and latest edition of his critically acclaimed, multi award-winning Live from Daryl's House web series and nationally syndicated TV program, premiering May 15 at lfdh.com. The duo's six-song set includes versions of Daryl Hall and John Oates' hit single, Say It Isn't So, from their 1983 compilation album, Rock 'n Soul Part 1, as well as a rare performance of Why Was It So Easy, a track from Hall's celebrated 1980 solo debut, Sacred Songs, with guitarist Robert Fripp. The pair also tackle four of Walker's songs, including Bodegas and Blood, Sweethearts and Closes Thing to You I'm Gonna Find, from last year's The Spark, along with Mixtape, from his 2004 sophomore effort, Letters.
Butch was thrilled to collaborate with Daryl for the show, raving, Getting to roll into Daryl Hall's compound up on a giant hill in the countryside of N.Y., then play some of my favorite songs of his with him, drink wine and eat amazing food with one of my childhood idols was something that gets marked off the list in my surreal, unpredictable life. I love my job.
Said Daryl: Butch is one of a kind, as both an artist and producer. We shared some great musical moments, not to mention a great meal and some superb camaraderie.
The Cartersville, GA, native has produced hits and written songs for some of the biggest names in music, including Katy Perry, Weezer, Pink and Avril Lavigne. Rolling Stone named him Producer of the Year and called him one of America 's bet singer-songwriters. Walker performed alongside Taylor Swift and Stevie Nicks at the Grammys. He has released six solo albums since his debut in 1992, with the most recent collection, The Spade, featuring his band the Black Widows, coming out last August on L.A. indie Dangerbird Records. Last fall, Walker 's behind-the-scenes memoir of his life in music, Drinking with Strangers: Music Lessons from a Teenage Bullet Belt, was published by William Morrow, a division of Harper Collins.
SIXX:A.M. JOINS RYAN SEACREST, VINCE GILL AND SUGARLAND TO SUPPORT CITY OF HOPE:
Rock hit-makers Sixx:A.M. (vocalist and famed rock producer James Michael, Motley Crue bassist and radio personality Nikki Sixx and Guns n' Roses guitarist Dj Ashba) announced today an initiative to support City of Hope, a leading research, treatment and education center for cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Joining other celebrities such as Ryan Seacrest, Vince Gill and Sugarland in their support of City of Hope, Sixx:A.M. have offered their new music video for Are You With Me Now exclusively to the charity. Beginning today, fans who make a donation to City of Hope via www.cityofhope.org/radio will receive a code to unlock the never-been-seen-before video.
Check out a short preview of Sixx:A.M.'s new "Are You With Me Now" video: bit.ly/LKeUCk.
Are You With Me Now is the third single from the band's latest album, This Is Gonna Hurt. The album gave the band their first Top 10 debut on The Billboard 200 chart and has already produced the #1 hit Lies of the Beautiful People. The 11-track CD that Billboard proclaimed redefines the meaning of beauty and AOL added is boasting 11 radio-baiting tracks is also the soundtrack to Nikki Sixx's New York Times bestselling book This Is Gonna Hurt, which debuted at #4.
Sixx:A.M. is the rock band formed in 2007 by Nikki Sixx (bass), Dj Ashba (guitar) and James Michael (vocals). Their debut album, The Heroin Diaries Soundtrack, sold over 300,000 copies, and the single, Life Is Beautiful, became radio's most played rock song of 2008.
Official Site: sixxammusic.com.
NED EVETT SAYS WORKING WITH ADRIAN BELEW "IS REALLY COMING FULL CIRCLE FOR ME":
Guitarist Ned Evett recently released his sixth studio album Treehouse, produced by former King Crimson guitarist Adrian Belew. In a new interview with Examiner.com, Evett said working with Belew made his career come full circle.
USA Today hailed Evett as "the master of the fretless, glass-necked guitar," but the guitarist admitted that he took his inspiration from Belew - a fact that Belew was not aware of when the pair first met at a show in Milan, Italy in 2010. "When I met him backstage, he said, 'Hey, Ned, I know you. I play fretless guitar, too!'" the musician recalled. "Which is hysterical, because I initially got the idea of playing fretless guitar from Adrian. He played it in King Crimson back in the eighties. When I was a kid I saw him do it, and I said, 'Wouldn't it be cool if you played fretless guitar on every song all the time?' So for me to work with him all these years later is really coming full circle for me."
Evett said Belew kept many of the ideas from his original demos, but what very much a take-charge producer. "Adrian works very short days in the studio," he observed. "And his studio is in his house. You are completely under his control, and it's his environment. As any good producer does, he stays out of the way," Evett added. "You have short days, you're basically going off your first or second take, and he's the one that says it's time to move on. And you just have to trust that what he's hearing is your best performance."
Read the entire interview here: www.examiner.com/article/ned-evett-says-new-album-treehouse-is-really-coming-full-circle-for-me.
STEVE MILLER OPENS BOOK OF DREAMS 'INTHESTUDIO' FOR HIS LATEST CHAPTER ON ITS 35TH ANNIVERSARY:
Dallas, TX - MAY 14, 2012. North American syndicated rock radio show InTheStudio: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands plays host to Texas guitarmeister Steve Miller for the 35th anniversary of his classic Book of Dreams. While recording his iconic Fly Like An Eagle album in '75-'76, Miller found himself with a second album of top-shelf material including the Top 10 single Jet Airliner, Jungle Love, Swingtown, the steamy guitar blues Sacrifice and the moody Winter Time, selling millions of copies again. Miller is in a line of world-class Texas blues guitarists that include T-Bone Walker (who taught the little boy how to play the guitar behind his head and do the splits at the same time) and Stevie Ray Vaughan. As Steve points out to host Redbeard, there has always been an important element to the success of his live shows.
I always made people dance when I played. I can make people get up and dance. And to me that's always a real important part of what I do.
InTheStudio is syndicated on over 50 radio stations across North America. The Steve Miller/ InTheStudio program will air on radio this weekend. To stream this interview online, visit: www.inthestudio.net/online-on-demand/steve-miller-band-book-ofdreams-35th-anniversary/.
CD SHOWCASE UPDATED:
CD Showcase has been updated to feature new albums from Wild Frontier, Hartmann and Fatal Smile. Check them out now.Monday, May 14, 2012
RICK SPRINGFIELD TRIBUTE - UPDATE:
As the Rick Springfield Tribute album Working Class Dogs goes to press, I'd like to remind fans that pre-orders are being taken now. All those that pre-order get 3 additional bonus tracks via MP3 download. This is an offer only open to those pre-ordering! The CD will be released June 15 with pre-orders shipping early.
Great performances are needed of course, but at the heart of the matter are some of the best songs Rick Springfield has ever written. This tribute album has something for all Rick fans, no matter what the era. And what other tribute album can boast the center of attraction giving it his seal of approval.
Rick Springfield:"What a cool compilation. I like the song choices and the versions still retain a lot of the original vibe, but have definitely been updated. These versions are a lot more like how we now play the songs live. Great work everyone!"
Track Listing (Artist/Title and audio sample):
01) Waltham - Light Of Love
02) American Anthem - Jessies Girl
03) Handsome Devil - Love Somebody
04) Gary Schutt - Carry Me Away
05) Stratocruiser - I Get Excited
06) The Meddling Kids - I've Done Everything For You
07) Tom Cinefro & The Rick Springfield Band - Kristina
08) Eric Martin, Eric Ragno & Vic Rivera - Souls
09) Hardway w/Thom Griffin - Stranger In My House
10) James Christian & Jeff Silverman - Right Planet Wrong World
11) 7th Heaven - Affair Of The Heart
12) Steve Newman & Vinny Burns - Human Touch
13) Brand New Machine - Calling All Girls
14) Keith LuBrant - Rock Of Life
15) Paul Sidoti - What Kind Of Fool Am I
16) Mitch Malloy & Vinny Burns - Tear It All Down
17) Barely Pink - Don't Talk To Strangers
18) Fig - Wasted
19) Clay Howard - Beautiful You
20) Endway - Living In Oz
Working Class Dogs will be available worldwide June 15 via all your favourite melodic rock outlets, including all those advertised here. It will also be available to order via your favourite US retailers thanks to Alliance Entertainment (www.aent.com). Any US retailers looking for wholesale orders can contact Alliance.
You can also order direct from MelodicRock Records. And here's the bonus. Those that do will have the album shipped out a week or so early, so you'll be the very first to get a copy - PLUS - if you pre-order the album here, you will get an e-mail with a link to THREE additional exclusive bonus tracks! Those are (with previews):
BT - The Vague - Love Is Alright Tonight
BT - American Heartbreak - Human Touch
BT - Jeremy - Speak To The Sky
These Bonus Tracks will be sent out next week to all pre-orders. So what are you waiting for - pre-order right now via this PayPal link! ($15.00 + $5 shipping - airmail to anywhere worldwide!)
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TEN DUE TO TAKE ON MADRID:
After public demand, UK melodic hard rockers Ten are pleased to announce that they have been invited to play in Madrid on the 17th of November. This is the first visit to Spain after 11 years and along with the short 5 date UK tour this May, the appearance on Firefest and on Hard Rock Hell, it complements the band's return on the live circuit. The gig will take place at the Madrid Sala Live and the tickets are already available from the usual outlets.
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RUSH NEWIE AVAILABLE ON DOUBLE VINYL:
The release date for the much anticipated new Rush album Clockwork Angels is growing closer! The album is out worldwide in June, but you can pre-order a double vinyl and CD bundle from the label. All orders include an early digital delivery of the album on June 11.
Ready to order? U.S. - GO HERE to get your copy of Clockwork Angels! Drumhead contest and early digital delivery available in the U.S. only.
Outside the U.S.? GO HERE to pre-order.
WILL CHAMPLIN, MILES SCHON: NOT JUST CHIPS OFF THE OLD BLOCK:
Musicians Will Champlin and Miles Schon recently joined forces in a new band they are calling Miles of Will. The duo's debut EP is out now and available via Facebook.com/milesofwill. Digital Downloads will be made available shortly.
Here is a little background info on the pair, as reported in Marin Independent Journal (San Rafael, CA), interview by Paul Liberatore.
"They have mixed emotions about being the sons of rock stars. "We've got a little bit of a push because of that, which is great," said Champlin, whose dad, singer-songwriter Bill Champlin, is a former member of Chicago and a founder of the legendary Marin band the Sons of Champlin. But, as a 28-year-old lead singer and keyboard player, just like his dad, being his father's son can also be a source of considerable insecurity. "It can be pretty overwhelming sometimes," he admitted. "You want to pretend like you're not, and then you think, 'But would people still like me?'"
When Schon, who's 23, first picked up the guitar when he was 13, he knew the comparisons with his father, Journey guitarist Neal Schon, would be unfair but inevitable. "There's no comparison," he said. "My dad is a guitar god, and I'm just a kid who picked up a guitar many years later than he did." The Marin School of the Arts, the magnet campus at Novato High, started its first rock band class for him when he was a student there. "They let us do some classic rock tunes," he recalled. "It was a great experience for me at the time."
It helped him get past the paralyzing fear that he could never be as good as his father. "I had a big mental block about that at first," he recalled. "After I'd been playing about a year, I realized I was a fast learner, but also how hard it is to play guitar. I don't remember who said something that snapped me out of it, but I think it was encouragement from my family to keep playing and learning."
Schon met Champlin, who grew up in Los Angeles, through Champlin's management connections. With singer Lara Johnston of Novato, daughter of Doobie Brother Tom Johnston, they opened for Kiss last summer. After Johnston went her own way, Champlin, who inherited his father's soulful voice, stepped up as lead singer of Miles of Will. Schon says he reminds him of Maroon 5's Adam Levine. "Will has a pop-friendly voice," he said. "It's easy to like."
They just finished their first EP and will have it in time for the Voices of Latin Rock concert Jan. 26 at Bimbo's in the city, their first major Bay Area show. Everyone there will know who their fathers are, but the sons are determined to sound like no one but themselves.
"The truth is that you can't sound like anybody but yourself anyway," Schon said. "You can do your best impersonation, but that's really just going to make for a better sounding you."
Check out the very classy and diverse 5 track EP now. It really does contain some high quality pop/rock/melodic rock. Full review soon...
TED POLEY'S GREATESTITS ON USB:
Ted Poley recently released his acclaimed Greatestits album on a USB Flash Drive. This very nicely packaged drive (I have one right here) has the custom 'live stance' TP logo printed on it and inside is the full contents of the best of release, plus a rare limited edition guitar pick.
Says Ted: "This awesome little stick drive contains HQ MP3 versions of the full 2CD Greatest Hits set along with the cover art files from both versions. It also contains the new Breathe single and the full video (in higher definition than on YouTube!), a 2012 TP photo calendar, facsimile autographed promo photo that you can print and more!"
It's not available anywhere but via Ted's EBay page: www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-TED-POLEY .
MELODIC BRIEFS:
Lover Under Cover is a new project featuring Mikael Erlandsson (Salute, Last Autumns Dream, Phenomena) and Mikael Carlsson. The band has signed with Escape Music and recordings will begin in mid-May and will be produced by Martin Kronlund. Full press release info to come.
The new Gotthard video for Starlight: www.youtube.com/watch?v=brwD1xlI92g.
Tak Matsumoto (of the B'z and TMG) has a new solo album due out in Japan June 20 titled Strings Of My Soul. The album is available as CD or CD/DVD Ltd Ed and looks ot be an instrumental guitar album featuring 13 tracks. The DVD includes video clips and live footage from 2004 featuring the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra.
Van Halen Live, as reported by: www.calgarysun.com/2012/05/10/old-school-throwdown.
Two new Steve Lukather interview/reports can be found at: www.stevelukather.net/Interview.aspx?id=104 (on the upcoming Ringo All Starr Tour) and www.stevelukather.net/Interview.aspx?id=103 (Toto/G3 and more).
Chris Squires, the singer, lyricist, musician, composer and voice of Yes for some 35 years spoke to FabricationsHQ recently to discuss recent, current and future projects, and reflect on his progressive past: www.fabricationshq.com/jon-anderson-may-2012.html.
KissFAQ recently conducted an interview with author and former wife of Peter Criss, Lydia Criss. The second printing of her 2006 book "Sealed With A KISS" will be available starting in June. (The first printing has long since been sold out.) Criss discussed the book, its second printing, and a variety of KISS-related topics. Part 1 of the interview is available here: www.kissfaq.com/forum11/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=72362.
Billy Sherwood about his reunion with former Yes band mate Chris Squire: somethingelsereviews.com/2012/05/04/we-relit-the-fire-billy-sherwood-reunites-with-former-yes-bandmate-chris-squire-for-prog-project.
James "JY" Young of Styx interviewed: somethingelsereviews.com/2012/05/08/something-else-interview-james-jy-young-cofounder-of-styx.
LOVE.MIGHT.KILL: ALBUM TITLE AND STUDIO-REPORT RELEASED:
Love.Might.Kill are currently working on the follow-up of their debut-album "Brace for impact". It will be titled 2 Big 2 Fail and released in October via Massacre Records in Europe. Besides the title track the album will feature song titles like "XTC", "Burn The Night", "The One", "Pleasure And Pain", "The Great Escape", "The Perfect Mistake", "We Fall" and "Restless heart". The album was once again produced by Michael Ehré, while Markus Teske is responsible for the mix and the mastering in his Bazement-Studios.
Here are some impressions from the recording sessions (more clips will follow): www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNoLQ7nb5TM.
For further information please go to: www.lovemightkill.com.
PRESS RELEASE GARY SCHUTT - PUPPETS IN SYMMETRY:
Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Gary Schutt, best known for his work with Jeff Scott Soto, has new album coming out on Palisade Records. Much like Gary's 2006 releases B-Sides Myself and Dramatially Acoustic, this compilation is a time filler for his fans until his next full release. Gary has been busy working with other bands on his Palisade Record label (Always At War, The Metal Hedz, E19 and Central Nerve) and touring with his cover band Category Three.
Gary will release his new album Puppets In Symmetry on July 3 worldwide. The album consists of 13 tracks which are radio edited versions of songs from his Excruciating Pleasure (2003) and Contingency Plan (2010) CDs, plus a couple other surprises including a songs that any die hard Soto fan will recognize.
Info on the album is at: www.palisaderecords.com. Video Preview: youtu.be/xeL9DoHpx8c.
SECOND THIN LIZZY BOOK FROM MARTIN POPOFF READY:
Martin Popoff here, to Phil you in on my second Thin Lizzy book, an action-packed sequel to Fighting My Way Back: Thin Lizzy 69-76. It's called: We Will Be Strong: Thin Lizzy 76-81.
As the back cover blurb sez
In the follow-up to Fighting My Way Back: Thin Lizzy 69-76, Popoff picks up the rough 'n' tumble Lizzy saga just as the band stressed and strived for a worthy follow-up to their Jailbreak breakthrough. The result was Johnny The Fox, one of the band's finest albums, only to be followed by a string of records that placed Lizzy amongst the most revered acts within the realm of hard rock royalty. Bad Reputation, Live And Dangerous, Black Rose, Chinatown the band's mid-years catalogue is undeniably superlative, and this is the story of those records inside and out.
As with Pt. 1 of the story, Martin has endeavored to provide reams of fresh interview footage to support his fresh telling of the tale, additionally stuffing the book with photography and memorabilia shots upon most every page.
Immerse yourself in Popoff's celebrated record-by-record methodology and emerge a rejuvenated Lizzy fan, newly appreciative of the deep album tracks hiding within this singular band's sparkling, most storied years, tracks that are still being played today by a Thin Lizzy without Phil. The boys are back in town, indeed!
The book's 256 pages include 262 rare, archival black & white photos and memorabilia shots to accompany my usual in-depth track-by-track play-by-play type o' crazy biog. Fresh new interviews for this book included (and most a few times), Scott Gorham, Brian Downey, Gary Moore, Brian Robertson, Dave Flett, Kit Woolven, Jimmy Bain, Darren Wharton, Clive Edwards, Laurence Archer, three punks and a bunch of cool quotes from folks who toured with Lizzy, knew Phil etc. As well, historical press interviews help flesh out this tale of the glory years.
Caution! There's about half a box of Fighting My Way Back: Thin Lizzy 69-76 left. First come, first served. Sweet postage savings to be had for both at once (or two of pretty much anything long story, ask me!).
Price including shipping: US orders: $33.00 US funds / Int'l orders (all books go air): $45.00 Cdn. funds / Canadian orders: $37.00 Cdn. funds.
PayPal happily accepted. Ask me if you'd like a PayPal invoice (please indicate what country you are in), or just do yer usual and direct funds to martinp@inforamp.net.
Email me at martinp@inforamp.net with any further questions, and see www.martinpopoff.com for descriptions, cover art and ordering info for my other available 30 or so books. Like I say, nice savings on shipping can be had if you take a few things, and as you know, I'm always good for swingin' a deal for two books or more. Just ask.
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TOKYO BLADE RELEASE CHARITY EP:
Legendary NWOBHM-band Tokyo Blade are to release the 1st of 3 songs for 3 charities. This is the first time ever that a heavy metal band releases 3 charity songs in one year! The 1st Camp 334 is for the "One Spirit" charity (www.nativeprogress.org) who help to make life better for the Lakota Sioux on the Pine Ridge reservation. Andy Boulton's friend Joe Brave Heart has contributed to the song with a fantastic intro prayer in his native tongue. Andy has been working with the charity for some years now and is really overjoyed to be able to use Tokyo Blades music and name to raise money for the reservation.
"It's fantastic that we have had so much positive help with this project. Our producer Chris Tsangarides gave his time for free also and it really is an honor to have Joe involved and have his blessing. Now I'm begging our fans to go buy it and do some good, Pine Ridge is a desperate place check out the one spirit website, but we can make a difference folks".
The EP Camp 334 is available on iTunes, Amazon and all other regular download stores.
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INTRODUCING XANDER DEMOS:
MTS Management is happy to announce that Xander Demos (pronounced Dee-Moss) will be opening for power/symphonic/progressive metal kings, Kamelot. The show will take place on Saturday, September 22nd at Altar Bar in Pittsburgh, PA. Tickets for the 8:30pm show will be $25 in advance at www.steelcityguitar.com and $30 at the door. For more information, please visit Drusky Entertainment's website at www.druskyentertainment.com.
This show with Kamelot is the latest of a succession of dates where Xander has opened for other metal artists. He recently opened for Dio Disciples, Buckethead, and this Saturday, Xander will open for Adrenaline Mob. In September, just 10 days prior to the Kamelot date, Xander will share the stage with Symphony X. "We're incredibly happy to have Xander on the Kamelot show. It makes perfect sense, because of his over-the-top, power-metal style. I think that fans of theirs will be blown away by Xander's playing," says Michael Stover, MTS Management Group.
Xander Demos is a Pittsburgh-based, metal shred guitarist, who recently released his debut full-length CD, Guitarcadia. The CJ Snare (Firehouse) mixed album is receiving international airplay with the single, "White Knuckle Driving." Xander has been compared to guitar greats like Paul Gilbert and Yngwie Malmsteen. He is also a member of the east coast chapter of James Rivera's Sabbath Bloody Sabbath.
According to the Drusky Entertainment website: "Kamelot is one of metal's most unique, influential and prestigious acts to come along in decades. The group's reputation among fans and media alike is marked by enthusiasm as well as esteem, with each of their eight studio albums to date surpassing its predecessor in terms of songwriting and production. As one of the most difficult-to-categorize artists on the metal scene, Kamelot are poised to assault the planet with their most insightful and ambitious project to date, Poetry for the Poisoned, proving once again they are Invictus in the metal scene."
WebLinks: www.mtsmanagementgroup.com / www.xanderdemos.com / www.dougbriney.com.
TOUCHSTONE & THE REASONING 'ADVENTURES IN THE CITY' EUROPEAN TOUR 2012:
Two of the UK's most rapidly rising progressive/melodic hard rock acts Touchstone and The Reasoning have announced that they are to join forces for a co-headline tour of Europe this autumn. The ten-date Adventures In The City tour unites the two bands as The Reasoning prepare their new studio album 'Adventures In Neverland' for September 2012, and Touchstone celebrate the release of their back catalogue and new album 'The City Sleeps', which entered the UK rock charts at No.36 on its release at the end of 2011. It will also mark an important year for the bands, having both recently signed new record deals (Touchstone with German label SPV/Steamhammer and The Reasoning with Cherry Red's dynamic front-line label Esoteric Antenna).
Both Touchstone and The Reasoning have enjoyed a busy and successful eighteen months after each being asked to open the inaugural High Voltage Festival in London's Victoria Park playing alongside legendary acts such as ELP, ZZ Top and Black Label Society. This year alone, both bands' respective front women Kim Seviour and Rachel Cohen have been awarded plaudits for being amongst the top ten female vocalists of 2011 by Classic Rock Presents Prog Magazine and the Classic Rock Society readers and critics.
The two bands are excited to be heading out on the road together for what will be their biggest headline tour yet: "It's been nearly half a decade since the last time we shared a stage with The Reasoning" explains Touchstone guitarist Adam Hodgson. "Getting to play out in Europe properly as well as in the UK with some great friends will be amazing."
The Reasoning's bassist Matt Cohen comments: "Touchstone and The Reasoning have developed so much as artists over the years so the versions you see today are lean, mean rocking machines with more fire and drive than ever before. We are going to bring you one hell of a gig experience! The New Avengers of Prog are coming to a city near you in 2012 so join the adventure!"
UK show tickets on sale from Wednesday May 16.
Adventures In The City Tour Sept/Oct 2012:
27-09-12 Poppodium W2 Den Bosch NL
28-09-12 Poppodium Nieuwe Nor Heerlen NL
29-09-12 Dru Cultuurfabriek Ulft NL
30-09-12 Bergkeller Reichenbach Ger
01-10-12 Logo Hamburg Ger
12-10-12 The Garage London UK
13-10-12 TBC
14-10-12 The Globe Cardiff UK
15-10-12 The Robin 2 Bilston UK
16-10-12 The Duchess York UK
For more information follow Touchstone & The Reasoning here: www.facebook.com/touchstonemusicuk / www.facebook.com/TheReasoning / www.touchstonemusic.co.uk.
Friday, May 11, 2012
LATEST ROCK CANDY RECORDS TITLES:
The following four new Rock Candy titles are available now from www.rockcandyrecords.com for a discounted price including postage to anywhere in the world for £10.99 each for the next two weeks ending on 28th April.
Aldo Nova 'S/T' CANDY133 / There is nothing as exciting as an album appearing out of nowhere and blowing away the cobwebs. Aldo Nova's debut album is one such creation; a record so perfectly formed that it has rightfully been compared to the ground-breaking achievements of classic albums by rival masters of melodic hard rock, including Boston, REO Speedwagon and Loverboy. Crammed with ten of the most infectious tracks this side of a Cheap Trick record, it is a work of major importance and one that is still revered to this very day. Amazingly, the album is practically a collection of demo recordings that Aldo had been working on in his native Monteal, in anticipation of maybe someday scoring a record deal. Signed to Columbia Records spin-off label Portrait, company brass were so enamoured with his demos that they allowed Aldo to continue polishing the tracks alone, with mixing undertaken by Tony Bongiovi at the renowned Power Station studios, New York. The results were spectacular and what is even more astounding is the fact that Aldo played virtually all of the instruments himself. Originally issued in 1982, it instantly became a best seller, going on to eventually attain a double platinum certificate. With such rich and hugely melodic tracks as 'Fantasy', 'Hot Love', 'Ball And Chain' and 'Heart To Heart' it's no wonder that Aldo's brand of immaculate AOR attracted instant success.
24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, new interview with Aldo and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet.
Track Listing: 1. Fantasy 2. Hot Love 3. It's Too Late 4. Ball And Chain 5. Heart To Heart 6. Foolin' Yourself 7. Under The Gun 8. You're My Love 9. Can't Stop Lovin' You 10. See The Light.
Aldo Nova'Subject' CANDY134 / Recording your first album is normally fairly easy. But when it comes to the second one ah, now that can be tough. Aldo Nova spent years getting a deal, working on songs he'd been writing since first learning his craft, happily finding that his debut album became an instant overnight smash (Double Platinum at last count). But with album #2 he wanted to dig deeper and explore a more sophisticated theme, assembling a series of songs that could arguably hang together conceptually. A brave move for any artist, not least for one that was still, in effect, setting out his stall in the marketplace. Originally released in 1983, 'Subject: Aldo Nova' is a richer and far more intense effort than his debut album. Sure, initial reviews lambasted its 'difficult' musical thread and 'post apocalyptic' lyrical concept as a tad too highbrow for what he was then perceived as (a melodic hard rocker) but time and distance has invited an altogether more positive reaction. The songs here can be classified as progressive pop rock in the grandest sense, with an emphasis focused on precise arrangements and carefully crafted instrumentation. But the good thing is that Aldo didn't fully abandon his penchant for finely tuned melodies, crafting a number of superlative track, such as 'Monkey On Your Back', 'Hold Back', 'Cry Baby Cry' and a surprising interpretation of the Coney Hatch classic, 'Hey Operator'.
24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, new interview with Aldo and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet.
Track listing: 1. Subject's Theme 2. Armageddon (Race Cars) 3. Armageddon 4. Monkey On Your Back 5. Hey Operator 6. Cry Baby Cry 7. Victim Of A Broken Heart 8. Africa (Primal Love) 9. Hold Back The Night 10. Always Be Mine 11. All Night Long 12. War Suite 13. Prelude To Paradise 14. Paradise.
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Wireless'Positively Human Relatively Sane' CANDY136 / When the dust begins to settle on the story of Canadian rock, Wireless will make but a small footnote in its vast canon. Whilst others may have achieved huge international acclaim there will be a handful that, although selling very few records, will always be remembered and respected for creating some of the most challenging music of our times. Step forward Wireless, a Toronto based quartet who utilised a quirky progressive rock template whilst designating a purposeful hard rock backbone to songs that had both meaning and message. Managed by SRO, the same people behind premiere Canadian rock band Rush, and signed to Anthem Records, another Rush related spin-off venture, 'Positively Human, Relatively Sane' was greeted with universal acclaim by those fed-up to the back teeth with schlock rock and pop. Wireless' music was both demanding yet accessible, harbouring subterfuge and surprise as weapons of choice. Produced my ex-Max Webster bassist Mike Tilka and boasting nine tracks of superlative yet quirky hard rock, the album surfs the surface of convention whilst making inroads regular into progressive rock complexity. Imagine Steely Dan jamming with the Blue Öyster Cult and that might give some indication of the kind of musical magic we're talking about. If you've never heard their music or even if you've never actually heard their name before, then might we suggest you get it on the action now or forever hold your curiosity.
24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, full band involvement and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet.
Track Listing: 1. I Know You Know 2. No Way Out 3. Goodnight Ladies 4. Right To Beg 5. What You Make It 6. The Hard Way 7. Sign Right Here 8. The Rut 9. 461 Markham.
Wireless'No Static' CANDY137 / There's no doubt that Wireless were one of the best kept secrets in Canadian rock. An obscure Toronto, via Australia, based quartet with a neat line in quirky yet powerful hard rock, sending out a message with every turn of the screw. Prior to 'No Static' the band had issued two warmly received if poorly selling albums leaving them to question their very existence. Indeed, all but resigned to breaking up, word reached Rush bassist/singer Geddy Lee who immediately jumped to the rescue, offering his production services if they would consider sticking together and making another album. Faced with such overwhelming enthusiasm and a label (Anthem) keen as mustard to bank roll another record, they humbly acceded to demand. Recorded at Le Studio, Moran Heights, just outside Montreal, 'No Static' takes the Wireless mandate to its logical conclusion, crafting arguably the band's definitive musical statement. Geddy Lee's hands on approach documents a band very much on the attack, leading by example and ramping up the energy level on all fronts. Heavier, harder, yet always hummable, 'No Static' makes its intent clear from the lead-off track 'Pay To Ride' through to the very closing fade of 'Journey Of A Possible Hero' and all points in between. Look out for the epic 'East Of The Sun, West Of The Moon', a peach of a tune perfectly encapsulating Wireless' ability impress at every turn.
24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, full band involvement and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet.
Track listing: 1. Pay To Ride 2. Timekeeper 3. Go Naked Through The World 4. One Of A Kind 5. East Of The Sun, West Of The Moon 6. Deep Heat 7. Warm Night With A 3.4 Moon 8. Friends 9. Journey Of A Possible Hero.
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VOCAL LEGEND CHRIS THOMPSON RELEASES VINTAGE CONCERT LIVE IN BERLIN ON CD & DVD:
London, UK - You've heard his voice on such classic Manfred Mann's Earthband hits as "Blinded By The Light" "Spirits In The Night", "The Mighty Quinn" and many others, a staple of FM radio for the past 40 years, legendary vocalist Chris Thompson has released a vintage live solo concert from Berlin, Germany. Available as a 2CD and bonus DVD package, Chris Thompson 'Live In Berlin' features all the Manfred Mann Earthband hits you have loved for the past four decades, along with many beloved solo songs.
Chris Thompson has had a long and varied career in the music business. Born in the United Kingdom but raised in New Zealand Chris first experienced local success with bands in New Zealand before relocating to the UK in 1973. Chris's first big break came when he replaced Mick Rogers in Manfred Mann's Earthband. His debut with the band was on the 'Roaring Silence' album which contained the worldwide number 1 hit single "Blinded By The Light". Following that single the band re-recorded another Bruce Springsteen song "Spirits In The Night" which had featured on the bands previous album 'Nightingales and Bombers'.
Whilst with Manfred Mann's Earthband Chris also featured on Jeff Wayne's concept album 'War of the Worlds' recording the track Thunder Child which was also a UK hit single. (Chris would regularly perform the song live in the concert presentation of the 'War of The Worlds' album). He also enjoyed massive worldwide success with Manfred Mann's Earthband recording the albums 'Watch' and 'Angel Station' and hit singles "Davy's On The Road Again", "Mighty Quinn", "Don't Kill It Carol" and "You Angel You" before deciding to leave the Earthband to concentrate on his solo career by way of the band Night which Chris led for two albums.
Following his time with Night, Chris returned to the Earthband but also continued to record solo albums. More recently Chris has been performing concerts with the Mads Eriksen band where the band performs both new material from Chris alongside other songs Chris is rightly famous for from the Earthband catalogue. To date the band has filmed two live DVDs and live albums for release.
This live 2CD and bonus DVD package is a mixture of a live radio concert and a previous rehearsal and concert that took place ion Aschaffenburg. The Aschaffenburg material was salvaged from a full concert film and recording and is included as a bonus as it was felt that the material contained in the salvaged footage conveyed the excitement of the concert. The Berlin concert is just as it came from the radio transmission and as such is the complete concert as fans heard it at the concert and also on the radio.
Chris is backed by a full band which includes Mads Eriksen, Gunnar Bjelland, and Frank Hovland with Szolt Meszaros on drums for the Berlin concert and Steinar Krokstad drumming on the Aschaffenburg material. Chris Thompson's profile as an artist is currently high due to extensive touring and also as a result of his previous work with Manfred Mann's Earthband and also as a solo artist and as such this package will be an attractive and much anticipated release.
Tracks: DVD: Live At The Colos-Saal / The Aschaffenburg Remains: 1. Martha's Madman, 2. Land Of The Long White Cloud, 3. Whole Lot To Give, 4. If You Remember Me, 5. Demolition Man, 6. Redemption Song, 7. Don't Kill It Carol, Fan Cam Dexheim: 1. Mighty Quinn, 2. Drum Solo ( Zsolt Meszaros ), 3. You Angel You, 4. Davy's On The Road Again, Plus Interview : Chris And Band By Jon Kirkman.
CD1: Live At Radio Berlin 88.8: 1. Father Of Day, 2. Wasting Time, 3. Hot Summer Night, 4. Spirits In The Night, 5. Martha's Madman, 6. Land Of The Long White Cloud, 7. Whole Lot To Give, 8. If You Remember Me, 9. Demolition Man, 10. Redemption Song, 11. Don't Kill It Carol, 12. Runner, 13. Mighty Quinn, CD2: 1. Piece For The Wicked (Mads Eriksen), 2. You Angel You, 3. Davy's On The Road, 4. Blinded By The Light, Encores: 5. For You, 6. You're The Voice, 7. Questions.
To purchase Chris Thompson 'Live In Berlin' two-CD/DVD set: www.gonzomultimedia.co.uk/product_details/15409/Chris_Thompson-LIVE_IN_BERLIN.html.
WICKED SENSATION SIGN NEW MANAGEMENT DEAL:
The German Dutch band Wicked Sensation have signed a worldwide management deal with No Nonsense Bookings & Management. The band hopes to achieve basically to do the things they are good at . making music and not to be bothered by running the business side of things. Founder of Wicked Sensation Michael Klein (First Signal ft Harry Hess) and vocalist Robert Soeterboek (Vulture, Aryeon, Erik Norlander) already started working together writing the follow up to the 2010 epic release Chrystallized. Although the feeling is strong within the band that Chrystallized hasn't been properly been introduced to the public and a live band has been put together.
Michael Klein, Bernie Spitzner and Robert Soeterboek brought back some familiar faces to the band, guitarist Sang Vong and Martin Mannhardt on Bass who already had their place in the original line up and also to be heard on their debut album Reflected. To complete the line-up the band relies on the thunder god hailing from the lowlands Dutch skin basher Dirk Bruinenberg (Vulture, Elegy, Fergie Frederiksen, Adagio, Kamelot).
With new management and a new Line-Up the future looks bright again for Wicked Sensation. The band is very excited to finally bring Chrystallized live on stage, meet up with the fans, bookings are made as we speak, more to come on this real soon!
WebLink: www.wickedsensation.com / www.myspace.com/wickedsensationmusic / www.facebook.com/Wicked.Sensation.band.
With the help of good friend, producer and former bass player of Wicked Sensation Denis Ward (Pink Cream 69, Unisonic) and Andi Deris (Ex Pink Cream 69, Helloween) a kick ass video has been made by video director Marc Stern and can be seen on You-Tube. Watch their awesome video feat. Andi Deris from Helloween My Turn To Fly. Over 56 thousand views! www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRzpFjwX-7g.
AOL NOISECREEP PREMIERES HELLYEAH, 'BAND OF BROTHERS':
AOL Noisecreep premiered Hellyeah's'Band of Brothers' lyrics and audio this week. Hellyeah is back with their third album, Band of Brothers (July 17; Eleven Seven Music). The album was recorded in Dallas at drummer Vinnie Paul's home studio, VP's Upstairs Studio and sees the band returning to their collective metal roots with the influences and style of Mudvayne, Pantera, Damageplan and Nothingface. Machinima, the video entertainment network for video gamers, premiered their first single, 'War In Me' (bit.ly/Htg7Nt) with 100k views in the first week. Get the song for free when you pre-order, 'Band of Brothers' - bit.ly/Huyyhp.
NEW REVIEWS ONLINE:
New Reviews online this week for some big current/new titles featured under the microscope - Hardline, Gotthard, Shinedown, Halestorm, Wig Wam and Great White. Check them out now.
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- Guns N Roses - Live - Nov 11, 2002 (15 Tracks)
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For over 20 years, Richard Marx has consistently and powerfully made his mark on the music industry. His debut single Dont Mean Nothing and self-titled debut album kicked off his career as a solo artist in 1987 and went on to sell 3 million copies. His 1989 follow-up CD, Repeat Offender, became even more successful, selling over 7 million copies worldwide. From 1987 to 1990, he became the first male solo artist in history to have his first 7 singles reach the top 5 on Billboards singles chart, including the 1 hits Hold On to the Nights, Satisfied and the worldwide classic, Right Here Waiting. This feat remains unchallenged. He was nominated for Grammy awards 3 times and received an American Music Award nomination for favourite male singer. In 1992, he was awarded Best Selling Adult Contemporary Artist at the Billboard Music awards, and received the International Song of the Year Award at the Australian Music awards for his song, Hazard, from his double platinum CD, Rush Street. 1994's Paid Vacation CD also went platinum and featured the single, Now and Forever which not only went top 10 on the Billboard Pop Chart, but spent a nearly record breaking 13 weeks at #1 on the Billboard AC Chart. In addition to selling over 30 million records, and writing thirteen US #1 songs, he remained a fixture on pop and adult contemporary radio for years, even as he emerged as a top producer working with some of the biggest names in the music business. Among those artists, *NSYNC, Barbra Streisand, Josh Groban, Vince Gill, 98°, Luther Vandross, Kenny Rogers, Sarah Brightman, Lara Fabian, Sister Hazel, The Tubes and SHeDAISY. More recently, he has written and produced records for Daughtry, Leann Rimes, Katherine Jenkins, Travis Tritt, Emerson Drive, Natalie Cole, Keith Urban, Paulina Rubio, Kenny Loggins, Chris Botti, Michael Bolton, and actor Hugh Jackman. In the summer of 2006, Richard was asked to join Ringo Starrs All-Star Band for a North American tour of 22 cities. Richard played guitar in the band supporting Ringo and others, including Billy Squier, and performed his own hits at each show. Ringo and Richard recently co-wrote a song for Ringos upcoming CD in 2010.Inside My Head is Richard Marx newest cd which includes a number of rare tracks featured on his latest US only releases Emotional Remains, Duo and Stories to Tell. Along with these songs, four brand new tracks were added to create a proper new album which could bring up to speed with the most relevant Richard Marx solo production the European fans. They are now able to enjoy the fruits of Richards songwriting sessions with Chris Daughtry (Had Enough and On The Inside), Chad Kroeger of Nickleback (who also co-wrote On The Inside), Matt Scannell of Vertical Horizon (which played and co-wrote Always on Your Mind), Jason Wade of Lifehouse (who co-wrote Had Enough), Fee Waybill of The Tubes (Come Running) and many others. In addition to this, Inside My Head includes a bonus CD of Greatest Hits from Richard Marx, featuring amazing new versions of 12 classic songs such including Right Here Waiting, Angelia, Dont Mean Nothing and Keep Coming Back. All in all a superb release including over 2 hours of great Melodic Rock Music written and performed by one of the most talented singer / songwriter of todays music industry.The European release date for the digital single WOULDN'T LET ME LOVE YOU was moved to May 21.
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May 11 May 11 May 11 Friday, May 11, 2012LATEST ROCK CANDY RECORDS TITLES: The following four new Rock Candy titles are available now from www.rockcandyrecords.com for a discounted price including postage to anywhere in the world for £10.99 each for the next two weeks ending on 28th April.Aldo Nova 'S/T' CANDY133 / There is nothing as exciting as an album appearing out of nowhere and blowing away the cobwebs. Aldo Nova's debut album is one such creation; a record so perfectly formed that it has rightfully been compared to the ground-breaking achievements of classic albums by rival masters of melodic hard rock, including Boston, REO Speedwagon and Loverboy. Crammed with ten of the most infectious tracks this side of a Cheap Trick record, it is a work of major importance and one that is still revered to this very day. Amazingly, the album is practically a collection of demo recordings that Aldo had been working on in his native Monteal, in anticipation of maybe someday scoring a record deal. Signed to Columbia Records spin-off label Portrait, company brass were so enamoured with his demos that they allowed Aldo to continue polishing the tracks alone, with mixing undertaken by Tony Bongiovi at the renowned Power Station studios, New York. The results were spectacular and what is even more astounding is the fact that Aldo played virtually all of the instruments himself. Originally issued in 1982, it instantly became a best seller, going on to eventually attain a double platinum certificate. With such rich and hugely melodic tracks as 'Fantasy', 'Hot Love', 'Ball And Chain' and 'Heart To Heart' it's no wonder that Aldo's brand of immaculate AOR attracted instant success. 24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, new interview with Aldo and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet. Track Listing: 1. Fantasy 2. Hot Love 3. It's Too Late 4. Ball And Chain 5. Heart To Heart 6. Foolin' Yourself 7. Under The Gun 8. You're My Love 9. Can't Stop Lovin' You 10. See The Light.Aldo Nova'Subject' CANDY134 / Recording your first album is normally fairly easy. But when it comes to the second one ah, now that can be tough. Aldo Nova spent years getting a deal, working on songs he'd been writing since first learning his craft, happily finding that his debut album became an instant overnight smash (Double Platinum at last count). But with album #2 he wanted to dig deeper and explore a more sophisticated theme, assembling a series of songs that could arguably hang together conceptually. A brave move for any artist, not least for one that was still, in effect, setting out his stall in the marketplace. Originally released in 1983, 'Subject: Aldo Nova' is a richer and far more intense effort than his debut album. Sure, initial reviews lambasted its 'difficult' musical thread and 'post apocalyptic' lyrical concept as a tad too highbrow for what he was then perceived as (a melodic hard rocker) but time and distance has invited an altogether more positive reaction. The songs here can be classified as progressive pop rock in the grandest sense, with an emphasis focused on precise arrangements and carefully crafted instrumentation. But the good thing is that Aldo didn't fully abandon his penchant for finely tuned melodies, crafting a number of superlative track, such as 'Monkey On Your Back', 'Hold Back', 'Cry Baby Cry' and a surprising interpretation of the Coney Hatch classic, 'Hey Operator'. 24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, new interview with Aldo and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet. Track listing: 1. Subject's Theme 2. Armageddon (Race Cars) 3. Armageddon 4. Monkey On Your Back 5. Hey Operator 6. Cry Baby Cry 7. Victim Of A Broken Heart 8. Africa (Primal Love) 9. Hold Back The Night 10. Always Be Mine 11. All Night Long 12. War Suite 13. Prelude To Paradise 14. Paradise. Wireless'Positively Human Relatively Sane' CANDY136 / When the dust begins to settle on the story of Canadian rock, Wireless will make but a small footnote in its vast canon. Whilst others may have achieved huge international acclaim there will be a handful that, although selling very few records, will always be remembered and respected for creating some of the most challenging music of our times. Step forward Wireless, a Toronto based quartet who utilised a quirky progressive rock template whilst designating a purposeful hard rock backbone to songs that had both meaning and message. Managed by SRO, the same people behind premiere Canadian rock band Rush, and signed to Anthem Records, another Rush related spin-off venture, 'Positively Human, Relatively Sane' was greeted with universal acclaim by those fed-up to the back teeth with schlock rock and pop. Wireless' music was both demanding yet accessible, harbouring subterfuge and surprise as weapons of choice. Produced my ex-Max Webster bassist Mike Tilka and boasting nine tracks of superlative yet quirky hard rock, the album surfs the surface of convention whilst making inroads regular into progressive rock complexity. Imagine Steely Dan jamming with the Blue Öyster Cult and that might give some indication of the kind of musical magic we're talking about. If you've never heard their music or even if you've never actually heard their name before, then might we suggest you get it on the action now or forever hold your curiosity. 24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, full band involvement and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet. Track Listing: 1. I Know You Know 2. No Way Out 3. Goodnight Ladies 4. Right To Beg 5. What You Make It 6. The Hard Way 7. Sign Right Here 8. The Rut 9. 461 Markham.Wireless'No Static' CANDY137 / There's no doubt that Wireless were one of the best kept secrets in Canadian rock. An obscure Toronto, via Australia, based quartet with a neat line in quirky yet powerful hard rock, sending out a message with every turn of the screw. Prior to 'No Static' the band had issued two warmly received if poorly selling albums leaving them to question their very existence. Indeed, all but resigned to breaking up, word reached Rush bassist/singer Geddy Lee who immediately jumped to the rescue, offering his production services if they would consider sticking together and making another album. Faced with such overwhelming enthusiasm and a label (Anthem) keen as mustard to bank roll another record, they humbly acceded to demand. Recorded at Le Studio, Moran Heights, just outside Montreal, 'No Static' takes the Wireless mandate to its logical conclusion, crafting arguably the band's definitive musical statement. Geddy Lee's hands on approach documents a band very much on the attack, leading by example and ramping up the energy level on all fronts. Heavier, harder, yet always hummable, 'No Static' makes its intent clear from the lead-off track 'Pay To Ride' through to the very closing fade of 'Journey Of A Possible Hero' and all points in between. Look out for the epic 'East Of The Sun, West Of The Moon', a peach of a tune perfectly encapsulating Wireless' ability impress at every turn. 24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, full band involvement and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet. Track listing: 1. Pay To Ride 2. Timekeeper 3. Go Naked Through The World 4. One Of A Kind 5. East Of The Sun, West Of The Moon 6. Deep Heat 7. Warm Night With A 3.4 Moon 8. Friends 9. Journey Of A Possible Hero.
VOCAL LEGEND CHRIS THOMPSON RELEASES VINTAGE CONCERT LIVE IN BERLIN ON CD & DVD: London, UK - You've heard his voice on such classic Manfred Mann's Earthband hits as "Blinded By The Light" "Spirits In The Night", "The Mighty Quinn" and many others, a staple of FM radio for the past 40 years, legendary vocalist Chris Thompson has released a vintage live solo concert from Berlin, Germany. Available as a 2CD and bonus DVD package, Chris Thompson 'Live In Berlin' features all the Manfred Mann Earthband hits you have loved for the past four decades, along with many beloved solo songs.Chris Thompson has had a long and varied career in the music business. Born in the United Kingdom but raised in New Zealand Chris first experienced local success with bands in New Zealand before relocating to the UK in 1973. Chris's first big break came when he replaced Mick Rogers in Manfred Mann's Earthband. His debut with the band was on the 'Roaring Silence' album which contained the worldwide number 1 hit single "Blinded By The Light". Following that single the band re-recorded another Bruce Springsteen song "Spirits In The Night" which had featured on the bands previous album 'Nightingales and Bombers'. Whilst with Manfred Mann's Earthband Chris also featured on Jeff Wayne's concept album 'War of the Worlds' recording the track Thunder Child which was also a UK hit single. (Chris would regularly perform the song live in the concert presentation of the 'War of The Worlds' album). He also enjoyed massive worldwide success with Manfred Mann's Earthband recording the albums 'Watch' and 'Angel Station' and hit singles "Davy's On The Road Again", "Mighty Quinn", "Don't Kill It Carol" and "You Angel You" before deciding to leave the Earthband to concentrate on his solo career by way of the band Night which Chris led for two albums. Following his time with Night, Chris returned to the Earthband but also continued to record solo albums. More recently Chris has been performing concerts with the Mads Eriksen band where the band performs both new material from Chris alongside other songs Chris is rightly famous for from the Earthband catalogue. To date the band has filmed two live DVDs and live albums for release. This live 2CD and bonus DVD package is a mixture of a live radio concert and a previous rehearsal and concert that took place ion Aschaffenburg. The Aschaffenburg material was salvaged from a full concert film and recording and is included as a bonus as it was felt that the material contained in the salvaged footage conveyed the excitement of the concert. The Berlin concert is just as it came from the radio transmission and as such is the complete concert as fans heard it at the concert and also on the radio. Chris is backed by a full band which includes Mads Eriksen, Gunnar Bjelland, and Frank Hovland with Szolt Meszaros on drums for the Berlin concert and Steinar Krokstad drumming on the Aschaffenburg material. Chris Thompson's profile as an artist is currently high due to extensive touring and also as a result of his previous work with Manfred Mann's Earthband and also as a solo artist and as such this package will be an attractive and much anticipated release. Tracks: DVD: Live At The Colos-Saal / The Aschaffenburg Remains: 1. Martha's Madman, 2. Land Of The Long White Cloud, 3. Whole Lot To Give, 4. If You Remember Me, 5. Demolition Man, 6. Redemption Song, 7. Don't Kill It Carol, Fan Cam Dexheim: 1. Mighty Quinn, 2. Drum Solo ( Zsolt Meszaros ), 3. You Angel You, 4. Davy's On The Road Again, Plus Interview : Chris And Band By Jon Kirkman. CD1: Live At Radio Berlin 88.8: 1. Father Of Day, 2. Wasting Time, 3. Hot Summer Night, 4. Spirits In The Night, 5. Martha's Madman, 6. Land Of The Long White Cloud, 7. Whole Lot To Give, 8. If You Remember Me, 9. Demolition Man, 10. Redemption Song, 11. Don't Kill It Carol, 12. Runner, 13. Mighty Quinn, CD2: 1. Piece For The Wicked (Mads Eriksen), 2. You Angel You, 3. Davy's On The Road, 4. Blinded By The Light, Encores: 5. For You, 6. You're The Voice, 7. Questions. To purchase Chris Thompson 'Live In Berlin' two-CD/DVD set: www.gonzomultimedia.co.uk/product_details/15409/Chris_Thompson-LIVE_IN_BERLIN.html
WICKED SENSATION SIGN NEW MANAGEMENT DEAL: The German Dutch band Wicked Sensation have signed a worldwide management deal with No Nonsense Bookings & Management. The band hopes to achieve basically to do the things they are good at . making music and not to be bothered by running the business side of things. Founder of Wicked Sensation Michael Klein (First Signal ft Harry Hess) and vocalist Robert Soeterboek (Vulture, Aryeon, Erik Norlander) already started working together writing the follow up to the 2010 epic release Chrystallized. Although the feeling is strong within the band that Chrystallized hasn't been properly been introduced to the public and a live band has been put together.Michael Klein, Bernie SpitznerRobert Soeterboek brought back some familiar faces to the band, guitarist Sang VongMartin Mannhardt on Bass who already had their place in the original line up and also to be heard on their debut album Reflected. To complete the line-up the band relies on the thunder god hailing from the lowlands Dutch skin basher Dirk Bruinenberg (Vulture, Elegy, Fergie Frederiksen, Adagio, Kamelot). With new management and a new Line-Up the future looks bright again for Wicked Sensation. The band is very excited to finally bring Chrystallized live on stage, meet up with the fans, bookings are made as we speak, more to come on this real soon!www.wickedsensation.comwww.myspace.com/wickedsensationmusicwww.facebook.com/Wicked.Sensation.band With the help of good friend, producer and former bass player of Wicked Sensation Denis Ward (Pink Cream 69, Unisonic) and Andi Deris (Ex Pink Cream 69, Helloween) a kick ass video has been made by video director Marc Stern and can be seen on You-Tube. Watch their awesome video feat. Andi Deris from Helloween My Turn To Fly. Over 56 thousand views! www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRzpFjwX-7gAOL NOISECREEP PREMIERES HELLYEAH, 'BAND OF BROTHERS': AOL Noisecreep premiered Hellyeah's'Band of Brothers' lyrics and audio this week. Hellyeah is back with their third album, Band of Brothers (July 17; Eleven Seven Music). The album was recorded in Dallas at drummer Vinnie Paul's home studio, VP's Upstairs Studio and sees the band returning to their collective metal roots with the influences and style of Mudvayne, Pantera, Damageplan and Nothingface. Machinima, the video entertainment network for video gamers, premiered their first single, 'War In Me' (bit.ly/Htg7Nt) with 100k views in the first week. Get the song for free when you pre-order, 'Band of Brothers' - bit.ly/HuyyhpNEW REVIEWS ONLINE: New Reviews online this week for some big current/new titles featured under the microscope - Hardline, Gotthard, Shinedown, Halestorm, Wig WamGreat WhiteCheck them out now. has been updated with the following new features:Guns N Roses - Live - Nov 11, 2002 (15 Tracks)Affair - No Substitute (Rough Mixes)(7 Tracks)MR's Best of 2005 (17 Tracks)MRX Membership DetailsThursday, May 10, 2012NEW AOR SENSATION FROM SWEDEN - WIGELIUS TO DEBUT WITH REINVENTIONS: is excited to present the debut album from Wigelius entitled Reinventions due for release on June 29 in Europe and July 2 in North America.Wigelius is a sensational new AOR band from Sweden built around the talent of Anders Wigelius, a gifted young vocalist who came to the attention of producer Daniel Flores (Issa, The Murder Of My Sweet, Mind's Eye) after he sung the popular Journey song "Don't Stop Believin'" in a contest on the national Swedish TV (you can watch his performance following this link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDeVbz3Pbcg). A true Melodic Rock / AOR music fan, Anders grew up with music from Richard Marx, Toto, Journey and Foreigner and played AOR songs covers in a band called Gamblers, before going his own way with his own thing. Since I discovered the joy in writing my own songs and I have been doing it since then says Anders. The music of Wigelius is powerful and big: it's a guitar and drums driven sound, with a strong melodies on top. The arrangements are intricate with some theatrical modern parts, and there's also a more downscaled side to it with emphasis on an acoustic feel. You can hear influences from Toto, Journey, Van Halen and Whitesnake Anders is in his early 20's, which is an advantage when creating new ways of marketing modern AOR. He plays guitars and keyboards and also writes music for other bands and has been quite successful with that. His older brother Erik Wigelius, plays drums. This is a hit, hungry, horny and amazingly talented new band, plus they look amazingly good. I was fortunate to meet some great guys for this band continues Anders, but without Daniel Flores, there wouldn't be Wigelius. We had a blast recording the album and with his experience the songs just kept getting better and better. The line-up is rounded up by Jake Svensson on guitars and Chris Pettersson on bass. Wigelius is also all about having fun! Without the enthusiasm for the music and lots of laughs during the process, "Reinventions" would have never sounded as energetic and "big" as it does. The collaboration turned out to be a perfect match of people sharing the same vision in making music together. The best still lie ahead! Everyone in the band is very excited to be a part of it!Harry Hess (ex-Harem Scarem) mastered the album.Reinventions tracklisting includes: Angeline; Talking About Love; Do You Really Know; Next To Me; My Cassandra; Piece Of The Action; Too Young To Fall In Love; Right Here, Right Now; Love Can Be That Much; Hold On To Love; There Is No Me Without You; I Reach Out. You can stream now in full the first single Angeline on Frontiers Records webradio and look forward to the band's videoclip to be launched sometime in June.Wigelius: Anders Wigelius (Vocals), Erik Wigelius (Drums), Jake Svensson (Guitars), Chris "Wielbass" Pettersson (Bass).www.wigelius.net GET ON THE LANESLIDE:Laneslide is the name of the new project featuring Frank Vestry, Bruno Kraler, Alessandro Del Vecchio, John Billings, Bobby Altvater, Dominik HulshortLino Gonzales The "Laneslide" debut album will be released in the fall of 2012. In the meantime you can get a glimpse of what's to come by clicking on the links: www.laneslide.comwww.facebook.com/Laneslidesoundcloud.com/bruno-kraler/laneslide-flying-highLIVING LIKE A RUNAWAY OUT IN JUNE ON SPV/STEAMHAMMER: Legendary female guitar icon Lita Ford's new album Living Like A Runaway will be released June 15th in Germany, June 18 in Europe and June 19 in North America via SPV/Steamhammer. The album will be available in four configurations: a double LP, limited edition CD, standard CD and digital download. Today LITA is giving the public a chance to hear the first new song from Living Like A Runaway. Noisecreep is hosting an exclusive premiere of the track BrandedGet a first listen hereLita Ford has teamed up with producer Gary Hoey and lyricist Michael Dan Ehmig to work on Living Like a Runaway. Together the team invested a lot of time and effort into this kick ass project: "We worked on the lyrics intensively to really give the songs a lot of meaning and that special emotional depth. I think that these are some of the best lyrics ever, period". Ford is referring to numbers such as 'Devil In My Head,' 'Hate,' and 'The Asylum' which see her bare her soul in a way which she has never done before. Unlike many albums today, Living Like a Runaway is an album that truly must be heard in its entirety from start to finish. "Listeners shouldn't pick out individual tracks but listen to the full album," says Ford. "It's a fascinating musical journey, inspired by Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon. I had seen a documentary about Dark Side of the Moon and it really motivated me to focus on Living Like a Runaway as a whole journey rather just an individual song." Coinciding with the album's release, Lita is hitting the road this summer in the USA with Def Leppard and Poison on the "Rock of Ages Tour". The dates for the first leg of the tour have been announced and are listed below. More dates are expected to be announced soon. For More Information Please Visit: www.litafordonline.comwww.facebook.com/litaofficial
DANTE FOX TO SUPPORT NIGHT RANGER IN LONDON:Dante Fox are very pleased to announce that they will be supporting US melodic rock legends Night Ranger at O2 Academy in Islington on 4th June 2012. To purchase tickets visit www.o2academyislington.co.uk. The band are currently mixing their long awaited release Lost Man's Ground at Mad Hat Studio's which they plan to release in August. You can hear the title track on the Steve Price Show on ARFM www.arfm.co.uk. For more details please visit www.dantefox.com You can also catch Dante Fox at the following dates: 26th May - Rock City Nottingham (with White Widow & Serpentine) 4th June - O2 Academy Islington (supporting Night Ranger) 19th October - Firefest 2012 Rock City Nottingham 29th November - Hard Rock Hell VI - Haven site @ Hafan y Mar in Pwllheli (Ace Frehley, Blackfoot, Molly Hatchet, TNT, Ten)DOCKER'S GUILD - THE MYSTIC TECHNOCRACY (SEASON 1: THE AGE OF IGNORANCE):Docker's Guild is the solo effort of Douglas R. Docker, who put his talent and writing skill into The Mystic Technocracy, an opera which unfolds over 5 seasons. The first season, called Season I: The Age of Ignorance, sees the participation of worldwide acclaimed musicians like Gregg Bissonette (David Lee Roth / Joe Satriani), Magnus Jacobson (Miss Behavior), Tony Franklin (Blue Murder), Guthrie Govan (Asia), Jeff Watson (Night Ranger), John Payne (Asia), Goran Edman (ex Yngwie Malmsteen, Karmakanic), Amanda Somerville (Avantasia / Epica), Tony Mills (TNT/ Shy) and many others and sees release through Lion Music on 15 June 2012. Docker's Guild, even if inspired by progressive masters like Yes, ELP, Dream Theater and Genesis, lives on its own sounds which is a very personal mixture of progressive roots played and crafted by mainly AOR musicians.The Mystic Technocracy is a new and exciting science-fiction story and music project that has been in development for a number of years. It is the fictional outcome of a very simple observation: for 4000 years man has tortured, murdered, waged warfare and committed genocide in the name of the same God worshiped by Christians, Jews and Muslims, the three monotheistic religions. It is not a story against religion, but it is a story about the madness of man when he falls under the influence of fanatical dogmatic faith. This religious premise has then been plugged into a science-fiction universe, in which religion was created by a silicon-based life form, the Mystic Technocracy, in order to control, manipulate and eventually destroy humanity. The sound of The Mystic Technocracy results from the mixture of several music styles. Progressive rock is the main driving force, with Yes, ELP, Dream Theater and Genesis being particularly influential. The songwriting and vocal arrangements have also been inspired by melodic rock and AOR acts, mostly Asia and Journey. More subtle and unusual influences come from Duran Duran, David Bowie, Jean-Michel Jarre and obscure French space-rock act the Rockets. The project therefore contains complex multi-section suites, more straightforward rock songs or ballads, as well as more unusual instrumental or groove-oriented tracks. On The Mystic Technocracy, Douglas Docker comments, "If you like TV series and 1930s serials like Babylon 5, Space 1999, Flash Gordon and Buck Rogers, this is for you. If you like progressive rock bands like Yes, ELP and Dream Theater, AOR bands like Asia and Journey as well as Duran Duran, David Bowie, Jarre and The Rockets, this is also for you. If you have, like me, a healthy dislike of fundamentalism, and blind dogmatic faith, and spend lots of time wondering why so much pain and destruction can be generated by religions whose main goal is supposed to be love and compassion, then this is definitely for you". The music is mainly keyboard-oriented and Douglas's fine instrumental work is inspired by musicians like Geoff Downes, Gregg Giuffria and Keith Emerson. The album is a 79 minutes long opera, 10 songs among which 2 long suites, in the perfect tradition of progressive masters albums from the past. View the official album preview video now at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8vOoDrRBjI Tracklist: 01. A Matter Of Energy. 02. The Mystic Technocracy. 03. Darwin's Tears. 04. Norse Cosmogony (Part 1). 05. Norse Cosmogony (Part 2). 06. Judeo-Christian Cosmogony. 07. The Divine Comedy. 08. Legion Of Aliens. 09. Loving The Alien. 10. The Gem Of Love. 11. The Secret of DNA (Part 1). 12. Purple Orb. 13. The Secret of DNA (Part 2). 14. Prophecy. 15. Black Swans. Musicians: Douglas R Docker: Keyboards, lead vocals, backing vocals, spoken voice; John Payne: Lead and backing vocals; Goran Edman: Lead and backing vocals, spoken voice; Tony Mills: Lead and backing vocals; Amanda Somerville: Lead and backing vocals; Guthrie Govan: Guitars; Jeff Watson: Rhythm and lead guitar, 12-string guitar; Gregg Bissonette: Drums; Magnus Jacobson: Drums; Tony Franklin: Bass; Donald D. Docker: Alto and tenor sax, clarinet, spoken voice. Additional spoken voices: Silvana Momigliano / Touria Nouri / Andrea Rampa / Janthana Rodjakkhen / Davide Ronfetto.www.reverbnation.com/dockersguild / www.facebook.com/pages/Dockers-Guild/164674293548825
With UnbreakableThe Murder Of My Sweet will release their first single off the upcoming album Bye Bye Lullaby, which will be released on May 25th. The "Unbreakable" single will be available in all digital download shops from this Friday on. British metaller Furyon release the third part in a series of video clips featuring behind-the-scenes footage from the making of "Gravitas", the debut album. The album was released on March 23 in Europe and March 27 in North America via www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvZ7vu56dnM On July 10th, 2012, Versailles Records will release Take Your Whiskey Home: A Millennium Tribute to Van Halen - 1978 - 1984, featuring current/former members of (Journey), Jake E. Lee (Ozzy Osbourne Band / Badlands), Jimmy Crespo (Aerosmith), Stephen Pearcy (Ratt), Frankie Banali (Quiet Riot, W.A.S.P.), Vinny Appice (Black Sabbath / Heaven & Hell / DIO), Rowan Robertson (DIO), American Dog (featuring members of Dangerous Toys / Salty Dog), and others including a number of hot Millennium rock acts including Leaving Eden, Takara, Richard Kendrick, Electric Sister, Iconic Tonic, Bugsy Parker, Erling Solem, Inside Moves, Touch 2 Much, Steve Pugh, Adventures of Leonid, Fair Warning, Mystic Force, American Hellbilly, Skyscreamers, Lee Thompson, Fan Halen, Marko Pukkila, Andy Endberg, Martian Honey, Fran and the Love Buzzards, Sinful Lilly, and Loaded Gun.
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May 9 Wednesday, May 09, 2012MILLION $ RELOAD TO RELEASE THEIR SECOND ALBUM ON FRONTIERS:Frontiers Records is pleased to announce the signing to the label of Million $ Reload for the release of the band's second album entitled A Sinner's Saint on June 29 in Europe and July 2 in North America. Formed in Northern Ireland in 2005, Million $ Reload started immediately to learn their breed playing live in the local club circuit leaving behind them a trail of fans hungry for more. Their catchy anthemic tunes soon gained them a recording deal, which culminated with the release of the debut album Anthems Of A Degeneration in 2008. A tour-de-force of vast hooks, killer riffs and moments of joyous, snake-hipped abandon, with shades of everyone from AC/DC and Aerosmith through to Thin Lizzy and Thunder confirming that these young Irishmen know their history and salute it with style, while also displaying a powerful and compelling character and atmosphere that is all their own.Million Dollar Reload sound is the culmination of our individual influences: no frills, balls to the wall, straight up rock n roll says singer Phil Conalane. Loud guitars , big vocals and the odd guitar solo with killer hooks. We have a definite sound, it's not a new sound and we are not trying to re-invent the wheel, there are no delusions of grandeur in M$R . We know what we are about. All of us have our own personal influences that clearly can be heard in our songs, AC/DC, Aerosmith, early GNR . We don't try to emulate those bands, we have our own take on modern day rock n roll, but they are definitely a big influence. The band toured heavily in support of the album and shared stages with Thunder, The Darkness, Buckcherry, Papa Roach and more. This has further pushed the band's abilities and focused their songwriting abilities. The result is the new killer album A Sinner's Saint which has sparkled the attention from the Italian label Frontiers Records which immediately signed the band upon hearing the new stuff the Irish five piece created. Indeed, from blistering, cocksure sing-alongs like Blow me away, Bullets in the sky and Wicked, through to the irresistible bluesy ballad Broken, A Sinner's Saint is a flawless exercise in smart, sassy songwriting and a superb showcase for the electrifying chemistry that exists between these five musicians. You can't keep a band this good, or an album this strong, down for long, and now that they have started to build momentum once again, Million $ Reload must surely be on the road to rock 'n' roll glory. They've got the balls, the belief and the tunes to make it happen. Rock 'n' roll is escapism you can forget about your everyday troubles and woes, rock out, sing and scream along, have a beer and a smoke! grins Phil Conalane. It's nothing new, this kind of balls-out rock 'n' roll, but it's been buried away these last few years because too many people in the industry wrote it off as old fashioned and out of touch, but people are beginning to realise what proper rock 'n' roll really is! We're the real deal and we're here to stay!
A Sinner's Saint will include the following tracklisting: Fight The System; Bullets In The Sky; Blow Me Away; Can't Tie Me Down; Broken; I Am The Rapture; Wicked; Smoke N Mirrors; Headrush; Pretty People; It Ain't Over; Protest (Bonus Track).
Enjoy now Bullets In the Sky video via the YouTube link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Npj6s8Ns1g (for German fans: vimeo.com/41701460) and listen on the Frontiers webradio www.frontiers.it/webtradio to stream it exclusively!
Weblinks: www.milliondollarreload.com / www.frontiers.it.
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STRYPER LEGENDARY CHRISTIAN ROCKERS ON TOUR:
HOLLYWOOD, CA (May 8, 2012) The Yellow and Black Attack is back - Stryper is about to embark in a string of select dates world- wide starting May 10 at Tailgaters in Bolingbrook, IL just outside of Chicago.
Stryper is one of the few bands from a decadent era that features All Original Members. They continue to tour the world and produce Billboard-charting albums. Brothers Michael Sweet and Robert Sweet, along with Oz Fox and Timothy Gaines, make up the legendary hard rock quartet. Tour Dates (more to come)
5.10.12 Tailgaters Bolingbrook, IL (Chicago)
5.12.12 M3 Festival Columbia, MD
5.17.12 House of blues Dallas, TX
5.18.12 House of blues Houston, TX
5.19.12 Santa Fe Station Las Vegas, NV
5.24.12 BB Kings New York, NY
5.25.12 Showcase Live Foxborough, MA All Ages
5.26.12 Rock Junction West Greenwich, RI
6.01.12 The Marque Tempe, AZ
6.02.12 Speaking Rock Casino El Paso, TX Special Guest Stephen Pearcy/ RATT
6.03.12 El Corazon Seattle, WA
7.06.12 Seaside Festival Risoya, Norway
7.07.12 Gulbranna Festival Halmstad, Sweden
7.26.12 House Of Blues Orlando, FL
7.27.12 Wild Horse Saloon Nashville, TN
7.28.12 HalfwayJam Royalton, MN
9.19.12 Indira Gandhi Stadium Kohima, India
9.22.12 DDSC Dimapur, India
11.16.12 Poliedro de Caracas Caracas, Venezuela
11.17.12 Complejo Ferial Bicentenario Barqusimeto, Venezuela
Over 25 years later the band continues to deliver an inspiring message with their electrifying stage show, performing in front of audiences worldwide. For more information go to: www.stryper.com.
SCHENKER IN MADRID - SET LIST & PHOTOS:
MetalSymphony.com has uploaded photos of Michael Schenker's May 3, 2012 concert at Sala Arena in Madrid, Spain. Also available are pictures of support act Karelia. Check them out at this location: metalsymphony.com/galeria/thumbnails.php?album=374.
Michael Schenker's setlist was as follows: Into the Arena, Armed and Ready, Lovedrive Scorpions, Another Piece of Meat, Cry for the Nations, Let sleeping dogs Lie, Coast to Coast Scorpions, Assault Attack, Before the devil knows you're Dead, Lights Out UFO, On and On, Let It Roll UFO, Shoot Shoot UFO, Rock You Like a Hurricane Scorpions, Rock Bottom, Holiday Scorpions, Blackout Scorpions, Doctor Doctor UFO.
TANK RETURN WITH THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED FOLLOW UP TO THEIR 2010 ALBUM WAR MACHINE:
Guitarists Mick Tucker and Cliff Evans, vocalist Doogie White and bassist Chris Dale are now joined by former Tank member Steve Hopgood on drums. Their new material entitled War Nation is scheduled for release on June, 4 in Europe and June, 5 in USA (via MVD) and today the band reveal the first track from the album. You can listen to Don't Dream In The Dark in THIS location.
Cliff Evans describes the new album, "As with our War Machine album, War Nation" will include a variety of different influences and styles. With a wealth of musical ability to draw from, we don't like to limit ourselves. Individually we've worked with names such as Ritchie Blackmore, Bruce Dickinson, Paul D'anno and Yngwie Malmsteen. So many bands release albums now where once you've listened to the first two songs you've heard the whole album. Not with Tank. Each song that makes it onto our album has to deserve it. Our standards are high. Doogie White continues, With songs like Justice for All' and Grace of God' we are upgrading the TANK sound while retaining all the elements that made War Machine' so successful. There are killer riffs and haunting melodies and lyrics that you can take from, what you want, or indeed what you need."
The final, improved tracklist of War Nation will include the following songs: 1. War Nation 2. Song For The Dead 3. Hammer And Nails 4. Don't Dream In The Dark 5. Grace Of God 6. Dreamer 7. Justice For All 8. Wings Of Heaven 9. State Of The Union 10. Hard Road .
Cliff Evans explains the changed order of the songs: "We have changed the running order of the tracks. After we finished mixing, the songs now make a stronger album in this order."
Apart from the new album, TANK will also release their first ever live DVD later this year. Recordings were made while opening for Judas Priest in 2011 and during the bands show at Stodola Club, Warsaw on March 9th 2012. The set list will include fan favourites such as This Means War' Echoes of a Distant Battle' Power of the Hunter' and The War Drags Ever On' plus future classics such as Judgement Day' and Phoenix Rising'.
GOLD FOR AXEL RUDI PELL:
On the last day of the "Circle Of The Oath" tour Axel Rudi Pell and the band received in front of a sold out Zeche Bochum/Germany a gold award for over 10,000 sold "Run With The Wind" singles in Sweden. (see attachment, photocredit: Birgit Schlag)
5 sold out shows - among these are an attendance record at the Z7 in Pratteln/Switzerland plus 3 sold out consecutive shows at the Zeche Bochum - in front of over 12,000 enthusiastic fans make the "Circle Of The Oath"-Tour the most successful Axel Rudi Pell-tour ever!
A second part of the tour is planned for October 2012, but before that you can see the band here:
08.06. SE-Sölvesborg Sweden Rock Festival
10.06. D-Hamburg - Gruenspan
28.07. D-Seebronn Rock Of Ages Festival
04.08. D-Wacken Open Air
The new studio album Circle Of The Oath was released worldwide by the end of March through SPV / Steamhammer and entered the charts in Germany (#16 highest chart entry ever), Austria, Switzerland, Sweden and Norway.
WebLink: www.axel-rudi-pell.de / www.spv.de.
VINDICTIV SIGN TO ROCK N GROWL MANAGEMENT:
Swedish melodic/progressive metaller VINDICTIV, formed and led by Swedish guitar sensation Stefan Lindholm have inked a worldwide management deal with Germany's Rock N Growl. Vindictiv are currently in the studio recording the brand new third album Cage Of Infinity. Lindholm says: We have some exiting guests on the new album, all we can say is that the new album are going to kick ass!
Vindictiv's line-up features: Stefan Lindholm Guitars (Raven Lord, Firecracker, Phenomena), Csaba Zvekan Vocals (Raven Lord, Exorcism, Killing Machine), Pontus Larsson Keyboards (Raven Lord, Exorcism, Firecracker), Marco Minnemann Drums (Tony MacAlpine, George Bellas, Bryan Beller) and Nalley Pahlsson Bass (Therion, Zan Clan, Treat).
Stefan Lindholm was born in Stockholm, Sweden in 1973 and picked up the guitar at the age of 15 after his father bought him his first electric guitar, which incidentally was the well known and highly appreciated: Emperador Strat from the Kasuga Factory in Japan, which he played through a Squire 15-watt amplifier to his neighbourghs cheerful delight. After two years of intensive playing, he took private tutoring from guitarist Mike Wead, known for his involvement with bands such as: Candlemass, The Haunted, King Diamond, Momento Mori and Hexenhaus.
The first band Stefan ever started, was with the aid of singer Pier Krentzel in 1995, and the constellation was soon named: Endless Circle. Additional bandmembers where Mikael Kvist, who would later join forces with danish band: Fate. Relatively soon, extra guitarist Mikael Bergenmalm was added to the band and lastly, bassplayer Dagna Plebanek. At this time they decided to changed the bandname to: Globan Dreams for further appeal.
In the coming years, Global Dreams parted ways with Krentezel which gave singer Jonny Berntsson chance to join the lineup. Due to musical difficulties, Stefan decided to dissolve the band, which later on sprung to become: Elsephere without his involvement. Between 1998 and 2002, Stefan took four years of absence to pursue other interests. At the end of some fruitful endeavours, the time was right to compose music for the first demo of what was to become: Vindictiv.
Vindictiv as a band, started in early 2004, when Stefan got in touch with keyboard player Pontus Larsson to work and record some songs. They recorded a demo with current Seventh Wonder singer Tommy Karevik which was received with great enthusiasm and got good reviews, amongst them, high praise in the best hard-rock mag in Scandinavia: Sweden Rock Magazine. Stefan would go on and contact one of swedens finest vocalists, Göran Edman (Madison, John Norum, Yngwie Malmsteen, Docker's Guild and many more) for future collaborations. Edman really liked what he heard, so next up was to recruit was Nalle Påhlsson (Zan-Clan, Treat) and also drummer Mikael Wikman.
Vindictiv would go on to release two albums, the self-titled debut in 2008 and Ground Zero in 2009 (a new album is in the making). Apart from his main band, Stefan has been a successful soloist on a number of albums, amongst them in record producer Tom Galleys international project: Phenomena and: Soulspell (Jon Oliva, Tim 'Ripper' Owens, Roland Grapow) to name a few. Other great vocalists Stefan has worked with include: Tony Martin (Black Sabbath), Oliver Hartmann (At Vance, Avantasia) and Mark Boals (Yngwie Malmsteen, Ring of Fire).
Stefan Lindholm is endorsed by Manne Guitars and Hughes & Kettner AMPS Artist page Manne Guitars: www.manne.com/2011/08/03/stefan-lindholm.
Discography: Vindictiv/Stefan Lindholm - 2012 Vindictiv Cage Of Infinity / 2012 Raven Lord t.b.a. / 2010 Firecracker Born Of Fire / 2010 Phenomena Blind Faith / 2010 Soulspell Labyrinth Of Truths / 2009 Vindictiv Ground Zero / 2008 Vindictiv S/T.
WebLinks: www.stefanlindholm.net / www.myspace.com/vindictivmusic / www.rockngrowl.com. -
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Tuesday, May 08, 2012BEYOND ATLANTIC ASKS FOR HELP PICKING SONGS: Nuremberg, DE, May 7, 2012 Beyond Atlantic, an independent melodic rock band with members from Germany and the United States, today announced that they have begun a "Create Our Debut Album" promotion beginning with a banner at MelodicRock.com and to be expanded to the band's various social media sites throughout the month of May. The band has created a video containing samples from 21 of the band's songs and a poll which allows the listener to rank each song snippet. The band will use the poll results to pick the songs that will be included on their debut release this summer."There is such a diversity of musical taste and influences among the band members that we thought it best to use the tried and true method of simply exposing our output to the people for their unvarnished judgment," said vocalist Mike Ousey"The decision to launch the promotion at MelodicRock.com was a no-brainer as it is the premier website centered around the kind of music we create and is frequented by listeners whose opinions we value." The band will randomly select four respondents from among those who fill out the poll and then sign up for the band's mailing list and award them with an iPod Shuffle packed with all of the bands creations, including the many songs that won't make the cut. The band will award one iPod in Europe, one in North America, one in Asia and one in the southern hemisphere (South America, Africa, and Australia.) Additional prizes may be added by the band if promotional response is strong.About Beyond Atlantic - Beyond Atlantic is an independent rock band founded in 2011 whose primary members are Bernd WillBernd Kunrath of Germany and Suzann BaldwinMike Ousey of the USA. The band's style is a fresh take on the album oriented or melodic rock style originally popularized by bands such as Toto, Journey, and Steely Dan. The band plans to release its debut in summer 2012. Official: www.beyond-atlantic.comwww.facebook.com/BeyondAtlanticBand TOTO SET UP 2012 TOUR DATES: Here are the current Toto Summer 2012 Tour Dates. There are more to be added, including the possibility of some USA dates. Stay tuned. 29 July 2012 Lucca Summer Festival at Piazza Napoleone , Lucca (Italy) 30 July 2012 Arena della Regina, Cattolica (Italy) 31 July 2012 Area Concerti di Majano, Majano (Italy) 03 August 2012 Théâtre Antique, Vienne (France) 04 August 2012 Magic Night of Rock, Sursee (Switzerland) 05 August 2012 Open Air in University Park, Schwabisch Gmund (Germany) 08 August 2012 Sandnes Brygge, Stavanger (Norway) 10 August 2012 Skansen Sollinen, Stockholm (Sweden) 11 August 2012 Havsvallen, Smögen (Sweden) 12 August 2012 Skanderborg Festival, Skanderborg (Denmark) 14 August 2012 Parkbühne, Leipzig (Germany) 16 August 2012 Open Air, Altusried (Germany) 17 August 2012 Großer Elzpark, Mosbach (Germany) 18 August 2012 Schlossplatz, Coburg (Germany) 19 August 2012 Tanzbrunnen, Cologne (Germany) 21 August 2012 PECSA Music Garden, Budapest (Hungary) 22 August 2012 Arena Open Air, Vienna (Austria) 24 August 2012 Summerdays Festival, Arbon (Switzerland) 25 August 2012 Pinkpop Classic, Landgraaf (Holland) Toto on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Toto99comJOHN 5 TALKS DAVID LEE ROTH SOLO PROJECT: In the new issue of Guitar World magazine (June issue), guitarist John 5 talks of an album he has recorded with David Lee Roth, that is as yet, unreleased. To quote John 5:"Ever since then we've been really good friends. And here's something I don't think really anyone knows: Dave and I have about 12 or 13 songs in the can for a future record. And it's all acoustic. But not strummy, campfire stuff - I'm talking lots of cool, crazy jazz chords, and 50 or 60 overdubbed guitar tracks, with all this harmonizing and other weird stuff going on. We just did this recently! We had Gregg Bissonette on drums and Brett Tuggle on keyboards, who both played with Dave back in the Skyscraper days. And Dave's vocals are incredible. He sings his ass off. Dave obviously has his plate full right now with Van Halen, but hopefully this record will get released one of these days."BLACK CROWES REACH 20th ANNIVERSARY OF SOUTHERN HARMONY: Dallas, TX - MAY 7, 2012. North American syndicated rock radio show InTheStudio: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands celebrates the 20th anniversary of The Black CrowesThe Southern Harmony and Musical Companion. Upon their arrival on the national music scene in 1990 with Shake Your Money Maker, The Black Crowes, with their Rolling Stones/Faces early '70s throwback sound, were far from the musical fashion of the day. However, no one could deny the songwriting and musical craftsmanship of the brothers Chris and Rich Robinson, and their second album, The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion (so named after a Civil War-era hymnal) contained the songs Remedy, Thorn in My Pride, Sting Me, Hotel Illness and My Morning Song which found the album at #1 sales in its first week of release! Singer Chris Robinson explains to show host Redbeard what the band really thought of their early rise in popularity. We still get a big joke out of it, that the Black Crowes would have a # 1 song. To us we're just the same five goofy delinquents just trying to stay out of jail. And when you finally have success? Chris continues, Money is not actually what makes music come from wherever that drops out of the sky and lands on your head. Now it's there, but like anything else, some people make money digging graves and some people make money robbing them. InTheStudio is syndicated on over 50 radio stations across North America. The Black Crowes/ InTheStudio program will air on radio this weekend. To stream this interview online, visit: www.inthestudio.net/redbeards-blog/black-crowessouthernharmony-musical-companion20th-anniversaryCHRISTIAN METALLERS WHITECHAPEL BACK JUNE 19: Today Whitechapel has released the first in a series of in-studio videos filmed during the recording process of their new self-titled release, which will be released June 19ton Metal Blade Records. The first video provides an in depth look at the drum tracking process for the album. Look for new in-studio videos to be released in the coming weeks. Having spent several years lauded as one of the frontrunners in their genre, in 2012 Whitechapel stand as a defining force in contemporary heavy music. Building dramatically on the trademarked bludgeon of their first three releases, with Whitechapel the Tennessean sextet have inarguably delivered their most intense, dynamic, and downright hostile record to date. Drenched in atmospheric darkness, the record is also rife with gripping melodies that drag the listener in to the tumult, willing or otherwise, and across its ten tracks it is infused with an emotional depth that pointedly separates the band from the plethora of two-dimensional mosh-starters that have sprung up in their wake. The album was engineered and mixed by Mark Lewis (Black Dahlia Murder, DevilDriver), who also handled production duties alongside the band. The album artwork was created by Aaron Marsh of Forefathers Group with art direction provided by Whitechapel. The complete tracklisting is: 1) Make it Bleed 2) Hate Creation 3) (Cult)uralist 4) I, Dementia 5) Section 8 6) Faces 7) Dead Silence 8) The Night Remains 9) Devoid 10) Possibilities of an Impossible Existence. Returning to their rightful place on the road, the band are enthused to take these new songs to their rabid fan base. Whitechapel are currently on tour with Miss May I, After the Burial, Within the RuinsThe Plot in You as part of the "Recorruptor". Immediately following the tour, the band is set to play at this year's Bamboozle Festival in Asbury Park, NJ on May 18. Whitechapel will also be a part of this summer's Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival which starts June 30. For More Information Please Visit: thediseased.com / www.metalblade.com/whitechapel / www.facebook.com/whitechapelmetalKILL DEVIL HILL - SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM AVAILABLE MAY 22 ON SPV/STEAMHAMMER:Kill Devil Hill the new project featuring acclaimed drummer (Black Sabbath, Heaven and Hell, Dio) and bassist , (Pantera, Down) guitar slinger and lead vocalist will be released on May 22 in North America via SPV/Steamhammer. The album will be available in a standard CD edition, iTunes digital download, and Double Gatefold LP. Today Decibel Magazine's "Deciblog" is hosting an exclusive stream of another new track from . Get a first listen to "Revenge" and check out what drummer Vinny Appice had to say about the song HERE Noisecreep is streaming the track "Voodoo Doll" HERE It's not easy to say what catches the listener's attention first on Kill Devil Hill, the debut album by the newly formed band of the same name: the strong guitar hooks, the killer grooves, the dynamic production or the potent vocal melodies. Rex Brown, bassist of this super group and erstwhile member of Pantera and Down sees Kill Devil Hill in its entirety as an extremely exciting new band "To me, this band is a musical adventure trip," he reckons. Brown knows what he's talking about, after all he was involved in some of the most important rock and metal recordings of the past 30 years. So if Brown can hardly contain his enthusiasm, there must be something special to the Kill Devil Hill phenomenon.Kill Devil Hill will be touring with Adrenaline Mob this May. All of the current tour dates are listed below: 5/10: Cleveland, OH @ House Of Blues 5/11: Flint, MI @ The Machine Shop 5/13: Chicago, IL @ House of Blues 5/15: Dallas, TX @ Trees 5/16: San Antonio, TX @ Backstage Live 5/19: Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution 5/21: Orlando, FL @ House of Blues 5/22: Charlotte, NC @ Amos South End For more info please visit: www.killdevilhillmusic.com / www.facebook.com/killdevilhillmusic
Samples from Sweden´s finest Fatal Smile´s new album are now available from their new website: www.fatalsmile.com The album will be released in Europe on May 14 via FS Records/GMR Music Group and now you´re able to pre-order signed copies of the album and get a poster for free. Order here: shop.textalk.se/en/article.php?id=1329&art=11865339 A couple of sites I think so folks will be interested in come from long time readers. Just thought I'd give them a plug. First up - some concert photography from bands touring in Australia via: www.facebook.com/#!/InsideEdgePhotography (Def Leppard, Heart, The Darkness, Deep Purple + more.). Secondly - some very well performed indie rock/melodic rock from Cat Sass. Check them out at: www.catsassmusic.com Another regular "Mike from Jersey" sent me in today a brief report of Survivor live in Pennsylvania. Says Dave: "They played a total of 13 songs and interestingly enough, 6 were from the Dave Bickler era. I'm a fan of both eras but wasn't expecting some of the "rarer" songs they ended up playing but obviously loved it being a diehard Survivor fan!!"
The setlist was: Can't Give It Up, Broken Promises, High On You, Poor Man's Son, Take You On A Saturday, Summer Nights, Desperate Dreams, Rockin' Into The Night, Piano solo/Search Is Over, Can't Hold Back, Burning Heart, Somewhere In America, Eye Of The Tiger.
Brazilian band Granell are in the process of broadcasting their new videoclip to the masses for the first time. Chjeck the band and video out at: www.bandagranell.com.br
TASMANIA'S TYRANT BACK TO SAVE THE DEVIL AGAIN:
Tasmanian based Australian 'old school' hard rock metal act, TYRANT will release their new CD, Save The Devil 'Special Edition' on Friday June 1.
The CD was engineered and recorded at Izaneer studios in Tasmania by Brett Collidge, the new Save The Devil" 'Special Edition' was mixed and produced at the Green Room studios in Hobart by producer, Michael Shelley who has recently worked on projects for local acts, Rogue Sharks, Sin & Tonics and singer Steel's other band, Roadkill. A video clip for Tyrant's - 'Lay Down The Law' (2012) has been uploaded to you tube or can be heard at the bands' my space page as FREE download. youtu.be/Eee1tT0zT9c
Besides new CD cover artwork and layout, including choice of 2 covers - the new album boasts a far more meatier sound with a real 'old school' feel, showcasing a product that kicks all the way home!
Track listing is: Courage (4:04), Defenders Of The Faith (3:20), Lay Down The Law (4:36), Fire In The Sky (5:00), Young Blood (4:29), Killing Machine (4:30), Running From The Law (3:07), Devil Woman (4:56).
Tyrant will be make a return appearance in Hobart, Friday MAY 18 at the Brisbane hotel as support to US metal singer Tim Ripper Owens on his first 'solo' tour of Australia. Vocalist Neil Steel said, "We wanted to test the waters, after all TYRANT hadn't played shows or released any product since 'Live Bootleg' in 2005! My car accident in 2008 really threw a spanner in the works, not just for Tyrant but also for Roadkill both bands didn't do anything for 2 years! So we put out 'STD' last year as a 'demo' to see what people thought and even with it being downloadable illegally via the net - it SOLD OUT! So the fact people liked it, now the new CD is remixed and mastered and believe me - you can hear the difference!"
Steel added: I think the new CD is definitely going to surprise a lot of people - it will show any who ever doubted that Tyrant - are a serious metal act, with a great legacy, heritage and history and we're an Australian band no bullshit, ass-kickin' - it's in our blood! The songs sound massive live - we hit the stage again soon and we'll be firing on all cyclinders delivering the goods as always!"
www.myspace.com/tyrantaustralia.
ROCK ASYLUM FOUNDATION ANNOUNCED:
New York, NY May 7, 2012 -- Rock Asylum Foundation proudly announced today the official release of its first original song and video for Scientific Method. Dedicated to bringing creative and engaging methods of education into the halls of the public school system, Rock Asylum Foundation seeks to create unique learning experiences for elementary age students through the medium of music.
Rock Asylum is the brain child of ZO2 lead singer and TV personality, Paul Zablidowsky. Along with his band mates, Paul started Rock Asylum as a series of concert fundraisers to donate educational concerts to New York-area elementary schools. In 2011, ZO2 and a long list of their music industry friends, including Dee Snider of Twisted Sister, John Popper of Blues Traveler, and Lance Bass of N'Sync, began the process of creating a full nonprofit to use music as way to teach the Common Core Standards.
"As a former public school teacher, I feel passionate about the need to connect education and inspiration in our schools, and I've witnessed the magic that happens when learning is combined with music. It's my mission, and the mission of this program, to write songs creating a truly original catalogue of music, targeting academic curricula and social issues that many students in today's educational atmosphere find challenging, combining education and entertainment in a way that speaks to children." - Paul Zablidowsky.
Rock Asylum Foundation's goal is to dynamically enhance elementary school students' academic curricula by writing and recording original songs to comprise a vast and diverse musical catalogue, covering several targeted lessons and topics to distribute to schools via CD or digital download.
Rock Asylum targets progressive or struggling schools in the New York/Tri-State area and donates concerts to these schools. ZO2 performs these academically directed songs live, alongside other contemporary well-known pop songs, linking what they already know to what they will learn. They plan to roll this out on a national scale in the near future. The first song created specifically for Rock Asylum, "Scientific Method," is about the six scientific steps to proving a hypothesis.
"Through working with younger children over the last decade I noticed students lacked inspiration and motivation in regard to their schoolwork. They struggled to remember what they were taught in their classrooms, yet they had no problems remembering the lyrics to their favorite songs," said Paulie Z. "Music, when utilized properly, can be a powerful tool to unlock the potential to do well in all subjects."
Future plans include developing after school programs where the students will be able to write their own original Rock Asylum songs, linking personal responsibility for their own education to out-of-the-box creativity, and thereby tapping into their own inner Rock Star.
The benefit concert, Rock Asylum: Concert for the Kids, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday, May 20 at the Canal Room, 285 West Broadway, NYC. ZO2 will perform "Scientific Method" and other songs geared toward children 12 and under. This is a family event that is appropriate for all ages. For tickets, visit: rockasylum.org/events/.
Their second bi-annual fundraising event will take place on October 12 at NYC's Webster Hall, where Rock Asylum Foundation will honor rock and roll legend, and Honorary Board Member, Dee Snider, along with Rock Asylum's Educator of the Year, Principal Lisa Fernandez.
On April 27, Rock Asylum creator and founder, Paul Zablidowsky was honored as the New Yorker of the Week on NY 1 News, a Time Warner Cable station, with a video segment about him and Rock Asylum. He was nominated by the fifth-graders at P.S. 119 in Brooklyn, who helped create the Scientific Method music video. P.S. 119 has served as the pilot school for Rock Asylum's programs.
ZO2 is a Brooklyn, NY-based power rock trio featuring brothers Paulie Z and David Z along with close friend Joey Cassata. They have toured with KISS, Poison, Twisted Sister, Stone Temple Pilots and Alice Cooper. By day, they double as children's entertainers through their other band, the Z Brothers.
To learn more about Rock Asylum Foundation, visit www.rockasylum.org.
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May 7 Monday, May 07, 2012NEW JADED HEART VIDEO ONLINE - NEW ALBUM MAY 25: The new Jaded Heart album Common Destiny will be released May 25. Out now is the official videoclip of the song With You (featured below). Further the album will be out as a vinyl-version (distributed by Cargo Records). 20 years after their founding in 1991, Jaded Heart are still - and more than ever one of Germany's most successful rock bands. Founded by bass player Michael Müller and drummer Axel Kruse, who is also the drummer in another German Rock institution, Mad Max, the band has gained even more international standing after two line-up changes with Swedish singer Johan Fahlberg, who joined Jaded Heart in 2005 and fellow Swede guitarist Peter Oestros, who joined the band in 2006.
The German label Fastball Music, a division of BOB-Media GmbH & Co. KG, is distributed by Soulfood (and others). International artists as Tokyo Blade, Tri State Corner, Maxxwell, Blowsight and Robin Beck have already found a rocking & rolling home at the Cologne based record label.
WebLink: www.jadedheart.de.
JORN: "THE DUKE" 12" VINYL EDITION ANNOUNCED:
Inner Wound Recordings are proud to announce the release of a 12" vinyl edition of the classic Jorn album The Duke. A deal was inked with the German label AFM Records, and the release date is set to June 1st. The edition includes an insert with lyrics.
The Duke is available for pre-ordering at the Inner Wound Recordings Store; www.innerwoundstore.bigcartel.com.
Track listing; Side A; 01. We Brought The Angels Down 02. Blacksong 03. Stormcrow 04. End Of Time 05. Duke Of Love.
Side B; 01. Burning Chains 02. After The Dying 03. Midnight Madness 04. Are You Ready 05. Starfire.
For more information: www.innerwound.com.
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WILD FRONTIER UNLEASH 5TH ALBUM:
Wild Frontier are back with the release of their 5th full length album called 2012. On 2012 you will receive all the trademarks of the band. Catchy hooklines, great ambitious guitar work and a bombastic production by Bob Jensen. The title of the album is ambiguous.
For one reason is 2012 the combination of the birthday of Jens Walkenhorst, frontman of the band. In Germany we count the date first with a day and then with the month. So his birthday is December 20th. This combination is 20.12. The second reason is the apocalypse which is scheduled for the 21 of December 2012.
The song Another lonely day without you is dedicated to this myth. To record the new album took them more than two years. All the songs were recorded by themselves under supervision of Bob Jensen. It seems to be a tradition to introduce a new drummer on each album. On their 5th album they introduce with Sascha Fahrenbach and his brother Nico Fahrenbach, two new musicians on drums. They joined the band during the recording sessions. In the live line-up Sascha Fahrenbach will be the second guitar player.
Now it´s important to promote the new album with live shows. The band performed more than 400 shows across Europe during the last 22 years.
Line up: Jens Walkenhorst Lead Vocals/ Guitar; Mario Erdmann Bass/ Vocals; Thomas Ellenberger Keyboards/ Vocals; Sascha Fahrenbach Guitar/Drums; Nico Fahrenbach - Drums.
Tracklist: 1. 2012 0:33 2. To The End Of The World 3:31 3. It´S All Over Now 4:06 4. Another Lonely Day Without You 4:13 5. Why Don´T You Save Me 4:38 6. Stay Tough 3:54 7. Favorite 4:26 8. It's All Up To You 4:20 9. Tonight Tonight Tonight 4:15 10. Can't You Hear Me Calling 4:47 11. Long Gone 3:13 12. Why Are The Good Things Too Hard To Find 4:27 Bonus Track: Gimme Gimme Gimme 3:39 (ABBA Cover).
WebLink: www.wildfrontier.de.
MELODIC BRIEFS:
Rick Springfield tells me that his new solo album (due this year) is a cross between his two most recent studio releases - Venus In Overdrive and Shock Denial Anger Acceptance.
The Darkness have announced their new album Hot Cakes will be released August 20 (UK)/August 21 (North America) and "dates either side of that, depending on your country's specific 'normal' release day."www.theactualdarkness.com/2012/05/album-3-title-release-date.
Doro, the queen of heavy metal, has just revealed some details on the upcoming EP Raise Your Fist In The Air which will be released August 3, 2012. The EP will contain the following songs and will be issued on CD, vinyl and as digital download: Raise Your Fist In The Air 01. Raise Your Fist In The Air 02. Victory 03. Engel 04. Lève Ton Poing Vers Le Ciel.
Prophet live in NYC review and photo gallery on RockEyez: www.rockeyez.com/live_reviews/2012-04-prophet/livrev-2012-04-mb-prophet.html.
VIRGIN STEELE LIFE AMONG THE RUINS:
SPV / Steamhammer is proud to re-release Virgin Steele´sLife Among The Ruins. This 2 CD DigiPack re-release comes with massive bonus tracks and a huge booklet with new liner notes and unseen photos by David DeFeis.
Release Date Europe: June 18th, 2012
Release Date: Germany: June 15th, 2012
Release Date USA/Canada: July 17th, 2012
Life Among the Ruins was the fifth full length studio album by US heavy metal band Virgin Steele. It was originally released in 1993 and it`s the first album with bassist Rob DeMartino, who replaced Joe O'Reilly, retired from the scene. David DeFeis comments on the re-release: "We will shortly be re-releasing our Life Among The Ruins album. This 2012 version will be in digi-pak form and contain not one...but 2 discs with a large amount of extra ingredients. On the first disc we include 5 rare & unvarnished acoustic recordings, plus a full band bonus track. On disc #2 we have included 20 tracks. These tracks consist of a large amount of newly recorded material completed just this week, as well as alternate mixes of some of the album's original tracks. And in addition we have also included a never released track from somewhere around that period of time. All the material has been re-mastered, and the package will feature copious liner notes, photos and unique packaging....!"
Tracklisting: Double DigiPack incl. new booklet with rare photos and new liner notes by David DeFeis.
CD#1: Life Among The Ruins 1. Sex Religion Machine 2. Love Is Pain 3. Jet Black 4. Invitation 5. I Dress In Black (Woman With No Shadow) 6. Crown Of Thorns 7. Cage Of Angels 8. Never Believed In Goodbye 9. Too Hot To Handle 10. Love's Gone 11. Snakeskin Voodoo Man Full Electric Version-Bonus Track 12. Wildfire Woman 13. Haunting The Last Hours 14. Last Rose Of Summer Additional Bonus Tracks: 15. Snakeskin Voodoo Man-Live Acoustic Rehearsal Version 16. Jet Black-Live Acoustic Rehearsal Version 17. Purple Rain-Live Acoustic Rehearsal Version 18. Wildfire Woman-Live Acoustic Rehearsal Version 19. Eyes Without A Face-Live Acoustic Rehearsal Version.
CD #2: "My Mourning Clothes" 1.When The Levee Breaks-New Bonus Track 2. Sympathy For The Devil-New Bonus Track 3. My Mourning Clothes-New Bonus Track 4. Mambo Sun-New Bonus Track 5. Ballrooms Of Mars -New Bonus Track The Vertical Soul Suite": 6. Wild Thing-New Bonus Track 7. The Moonrise In Your Skin-New Bonus Track 8. Wild Thing "Reprise"-New Bonus Track 9. The Magick In Your Sin-New Bonus Track 10.Sex Religion Machine-Never Released New York Mix 11.Jet Black-Never Released New York Mix 12.Crown Of Thorns-Never Released New York Mix 13.Cage Of Angels-Never Released New York Mix 14.Never Believed In Goodbye-Never Released New York Mix 15.Love Is Pain-Usa-Never Released New York Mix 16.Invitation-Never Released New York Mix 17.I Dress In Black (Woman With No Shadow)-Never Released Ny Mix 18.Too Hot To Handle-Never Released New York Mix 19.Love's Gone-Never Released New York Mix 20.Flesh & Blood-Never Released Bonus Track.
Virgin Steele finally unveiled a new video and a new official YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/user/VirginSteeleTV. WebLinks: www.virgin-steele.com / www.spv.de.
INTERVIEW BRIEFS:
Skin frontman and friend of the show Neville MacDonald will be special guest on the GTFM Rockshow this Thursday (10th May) from 9-11pm on GTFM 107.9 or www.gtfm.co.uk. He'll be talking about the forthcoming Steelhouse gig and his future plans. The show is repeated again on Friday 9-11pm on BCFM 93.2 in Bristol www.bcfm.org.uk. Questions to Nev at rockshow@gtfm.co.uk.
The latest supergroup on the block, Kill Devil Hill, is about to finally release their eponymous debut album on May 22nd. Due to some outstanding legal issues regarding the band's name the album release was pushed back a couple months, but the long wait is nearly over. The band is made up of bassist Rex Brown (Pantera, Down), drummer Vinny Appice (Black Sabbath, Heaven & Hell, Dio), guitarist Mark Zavon (Ratt), and newcomer vocalist Dewey Bragg. Appice has previously described the band's sound as "a cross between Black Sabbath, Alice in Chains and a little bit of Led Zeppelin thrown in."
Originally, Hardrock Haven's Steve Patrick had done an interview with Brown to promote the album when it was set to come out in March. However, during the two month album delay, we also had the good fortune to speak with Appice about the new record as well. Both were excited to talk about their new combined effort and the prospect of creating music outside of the legendary bands that each are already associated with: hardrockhaven.net/online/2012/05/rex-brown-and-vinny-appice-of-kill-devil-hill/
Jack Blades has been a name associated with numerous melodically potent, spirited rock albums over the past three decades, the best known being Night Ranger, Shaw/Blades, and Damn Yankees. Blades took a look back over his storied career and summarized the ups, downs, ins and outs of it on his second solo album, the aptly titled Rock N Roll Ride (Frontiers). While the album offers a fair share of Blades' distinctive brand of upbeat melodic hard rock, he also shows another side of his immense talent in songwriting informed by the 60s/70s influences he holds so dear; everyone from Rod Stewart to The Beatles to The Eagles to Humble Pie. The result is a thoroughly enjoyable and appealingly varied collection of material that any fan of American rock music will want in his or her collection. Blades squeezed out a half hour in his insanely busy schedule to break it all down for us: hardrockhaven.net/online/2012/04/jack-blades-of-night-ranger-damn-yankees-fame/
Greece's Rockpages has issued an interview with Jay Jay French and Mark Mendoza from Twisted Sister. An excerpt follows:
Rockpages.gr: OK, a cliché question, but I have to ask, maybe you've changed your minds: Is there a chance for a new album of new material?
Mark Mendoza: "No."
Jay Jay French: "You know why? For a few reasons because people just don't buy new CDs anymore "
Rockpages.gr: : That's true
Jay Jay French: "So, why do you ask that question?"
Mark Mendoza: "You know, we say never, but we don't know anything more than we are telling you right now. I don't know what's going to happen in the future. Maybe a song or two maybe nothing! I don't know We have no plans of whatsoever. Because people wanna know what they remember from the'80s, they want all the hits, they want all the songs that they remember: 'Under The Blade', 'You Can't Stop Rock'n'Roll', 'Shoot 'Em Down' that's what they wanna hear. They don't want something new! That goes for a lot of bands that don't do any new songs "
Jay Jay French: "Yeah, you assume that's part of the problem with that question you assume by asking that question that we have a deep artistic desire to make something new that's an assumption! That's not necessarily a true assumption! I can say this: what define a great band is great music, and a great live performance, right? There comes a time in every band's history for certain things to happen. We have a body of really great music. It's about 100 songs on various different albums. Maybe, more than a 100, if you add the Christmas album, if you add the new recordings for Stay Hungry, let's say we have 100 songs, not 10 songs, not 20 songs we have 100, 110 songs that have been released. We have 4 DVD's, and actually at the end of the summer we will have 7 DVD's it's a lot of material! We only play 15 shows a year, and when we play those shows the fans that come out to see us they wanna hear 17 of those songs, because they are their favourite songs. So, when you say this is from our new record two things happen: no.1 most people don't know it, no.2: you take a good song out, that someone wants to hear and you don't play it. So, it really doesn't make sense if we actually toured, maybe making a record would matter, maybe but, we don't tour. So, when Twisted Sister comes you are telling your friend, 'Hey man, you've gotta see this amazing show, where they play this song, this song, this song '. If we don't play one of those songs you're going to be very very upset. You're gonna go 'why the hell did I come here for?' So, for us this is "
Mark Mendoza: " not likely!"
Jay Jay French: "When I go to hear a band that I love, I never wanna hear a new song! The minute they go 'this is from our new record ', I throw up! We did '30' and nobody bothered! We released it on iTunes, figured OK you love us, can't wait to buy it, here it is "
Read The Full Interview Here: www.rockpages.gr/detailspage.aspx?id=7457&type=1&lang=EN.
A NEW big in-depth interview with Steve Negus (Saga) by Gerald Kloos (formerly drummer of "Empire" and "Condition Red") can be found here: www.drummerforum.de/forum/65644-steve-negus-saga-interview.html.
A new with Igz and Lariyah of Chicago hard rock band, Hessler: hardrockhaven.net/online/2012/05/igz-kincaid-and-lariyah-daniels-of-hessler. -
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Friday, May 04, 2012HOUSE OF SHAKIRA UNVEIL 'ZODIAC MANIAC' VIDEO:House of Shakira's current album HoS has been winning the band considerable worldwide praise from press and fans both old and new alike with many calling it their best yet and a serious contender for melodic rock album of 2012. Now the band is pleased to introduce the first of three promotional videos to be released over the next 3 months. The first track to get the video treatment is Zodiac Maniac, a buoyant rocker which does a good job of representing the bands new tougher sound whilst still retaining their classic rich vocal harmonies and eastern tinged riffs which became the bands trademark on albums like Lint and First Class. View the video for Zodiac Maniac now at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SE-EXprourg. Full information on the album HoS can be found at: www.lionmusic.com/cd/hos.htm or the bands official website www.houseofshakira.com. CIRCUS MAXIMUS THE "NINE" EPK:Circus MaximusNine will be released on Frontiers Records on June the 1st 2012 in Europe and June the 5th 2012 in North America. The single Reach Within in available NOW digitally! MICHAEL SCHENKER HITS UK WITH DOOGIE WHITE ON VOX: Wednesday May 9 sees the start of legendary guitarist Michael Schenker's Temple of Rock UK tour. These shows mark the first time Schenker's touring band will feature two ex-Scorpions members Herman Rarebill (drums) and Francis Buchholz (bass). Vocalist Doogie White (ex-Rainbow and Yngwie Malmsteen) and MSG keyboardist, Wayne Findlay complete the line-up. Tickets are available from 0844 478 0898 and www.thegigcartel.com. May 2012 UK Tour Dates May 9 - Wolverhampton The Wulfren May 10 - Manchester HMV Ritz May 11 - Glasgow O2 ABC May 12 - London O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire The UK concerts will feature a plethora of hits spanning Michael Schenker's colourful career. Songs to be performed by the Temple of Rock line-up include UFO's Rock Bottom" and "Doctor Doctor", MSG's "Armed and Ready" and "Into The Arena", Scorpions classics "Another Piece of Meat" and "Rock You like a Hurricane", plus new songs from the recently released "Temple of Rock" album "Miss Claustrophobia" and "Before the Devil Knows You´re Dead".BRIAN JOHNSON TO FEATURE ON CAFFINE BOMB:AC/DC singer Brian Johnson will guest on this week's edition of Caffeine Bomb. Make sure you tune in at 7:00 p.m. EST on Monday, May 7th, to 91.7 FM WHUS in Eastern Connecticut, also streaming at whus.org/listen-live.Caffeine Bomb is hosted by Roger Lotring, an author and freelance music journalist whose work has appeared in the pages of Metal Hammer, Metal Edge, Classic Rock, Prog, Revolver, Shock Wave, Zero and Burn magazines, and at ESPN.com and CMJ.com. Roger is the co-author of "Full Metal Jackie Certified: The 50 Most Influential Heavy Metal Songs of the '80s and the True Stories Behind Their Lyrics". He is also the author of various CD liner notes, including the Motley Crue box set, "Music to Crash Your Car To, Volume 2." 91.7 WHUS is a commercial-free college and community-based radio station broadcasting from the University of Connecticut. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/CaffeineBomb.radio or WHUS.org.PAUL GILBERT HEADING TO AUSTRALIA FOR GUITAR CLINICS: News from Thump Music. Supersar guitarist Paul Gilbert will tour Australia in October for a set of guitar clinics. Details soon. For very local readers, this bonus: "Well for many years we have been asked the following "What about Tasmania?" Well Tassie we can confirm Paul Gilbert (Mr. Big) will be coming to Hobart in October 2012 for a guitar clinic! Big thanks to Scott Seymour for working this." Stay tuned for full details.RICK WAKEMAN BIOGRAPHY 'CAPED CRUSADER, RICK WAKEMAN IN THE 1970s NOW AVAILABLE: 5/3/2012 - London, UK Gonzo Media Group has just released 'Caped Crusader, Rick Wakeman In The 1970s' by veteran author, broadcaster and journalist, Dan Wooding, with a foreword by Elton John. The book, the authorized biography of Rick Wakeman, who is arguably the world's greatest rock keyboardist, is lavishly illustrated with dozens of photos from Wakeman's extraordinary career which includes the time his career took off when he joined the folk group, Strawbs, in 1969, and played on three of their albums. But the ultimate accolade - the biggest break of Rick's career at that time - came shortly afterwards when a giant picture of Wakeman filled the front page of the Melody Maker in London, England, with the headline, "Tomorrow's Superstar?" The article said: "This is the man Keith Emerson hired a box at London's Lyceum to hear. Since the twenty-one-year-old keyboard virtuoso joined the group [Strawbs], along with Ford and Hudson, [and] they've evolved into one of the most exciting bands of the folk-rock scene." Wooding's book also includes fascinating descriptions of his several excursions with the British super group, Yes, and his many themed solo albums, including The Six Wives of Henry VIII (1973), Journey to the Centre of the Earth (1974) and The Myths and Legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table (1975).Richard Christopher Wakeman (born May 18, 1949), was trained at the Royal College of Music in London, where he also went on to feature on songs by artists including Ozzy Osbourne, David Bowie, T. Rex, Elton John and Cat Stevens. Wakeman has produced over 100 solo albums that have sold more than 50 million copies.Elton John, in his foreword for the book, said, "Rick's mastery of electronic instruments only adds to his abilities, and I think it is fair to say he was one of the reasons I stuck to the piano. I also admire his attitude to stage shows - always willing to take a gamble, but never sacrificing his musical ideals. Just as important, never losing his sense of humour and his sense of the ridiculous. Anyone who can put on an ice show at Wembley must be all right. I must add that Rick loves cars and is a fanatic when it comes to soccer. Therefore, he and I have an unbreakable bond. It has become fashionable to knock musicians who have been around a while, and who are still determined to persevere in what they believe in. It is very easy to be misunderstood along the way, but it is vital to ignore trends and get on with what you want to do. Rick will always do this because, quite simply, he's that much better than everyone else." Wooding, 71, founder of Assist and the Assist News Service (www.assistnews.net), and the author of 45 books, was the first journalist to ever write a story about Rick Wakeman. It occurred more than 40 years ago while he was working on a local newspaper in Ealing, West London. "I was looking for stories for the paper and had just called in on a shop called the Musical Bargain Centre in South Ealing Road, and it was then that I heard someone playing amazing keyboards at the back of the store," said Wooding. "I waited until he had finished and then talked with him. That person was Rick Wakeman and he told me that he was then a student at the Royal College of Music in London and was also doing sessions with different musicians. He told me had had just played piano on and arranged Morning Has Broken for Cat Stevens and also played Mellotron on Space Oddity for David Bowie. Both went on to become number 1 hits both in the UK and the USA."Rick told me that he had never been interviewed before, so I wrote up the story for the paper and we became best friends. He invited me to his home in Northolt and I sat there spellbound as he played for me on his home piano. I had never heard anything like it. I shared with him a little about my background, explaining to him that I was born of missionary parents in Nigeria, and it was then that Rick told me that he was also a Christian and had been baptized at South Harrow Baptist Church and, at that time, was also a Sunday School teacher there. As his career blossomed, I went on to write his authorized biography, and this latest one, which contains some updates, has been reissued along with Elton John's foreword, and the three of us even had our picture taken together at Brentford F.C. for the back cover of the book." Wooding, who now lives in Southern California, added, "Rick and I have remained close friends for all these years and he has also performed several concerts for ASSIST in the United States. I am delighted that his incredible story, or at least the earlier part of it, can be told again for those in this new generation, who possibly don't know too much about the 'Grumpy Old Man' that they see on British TV, will be able to learn about his incredible talents as a keyboard player, composer and songwriter." Why the title? Wooding says it comes from the fact that the blond figure of Wakeman would wrap his glittering shimmering cape around his giant frame and head on stage at arenas around the world to start another incredible performance on his battery of electronic keyboards. And, even today, the "Caped Crusader" continues to push back the limits of music with his extraordinary talents. The purchase a copy of "Caped Crusader" just go to: www.amazon.com/CAPED-CRUSADER-Rick-Wakeman-1970s/dp/1908728302/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1335474883&sr=1-1.MICHAEL ANGELO BATIO PRESENTS: "HANDS WITHOUT SHADOWS A TRIBUTE TO ROCK GUITAR": Hollywood, CA (May 3, 2012) - Legendary shredder Michael Angelo Batio will take over Detroit's Token Lounge (on Sat. May 12TH Detroit, MI) with his newly devised show: "Hands without Shadows A Tribute to Rock Guitar." This show is a multimedia extravaganza featuring the music of some of the greatest rock guitarists of the past 50 years. Batio will also be giving away an autographed MAB 3 guitar the night of the Token Lounge performance! Guitar legend and virtuoso, Michael Angelo Batio, takes you on his 90 minute aural/visual journey to the different eras of rock music while playing guitars with incredible speed and musical precision. The "Hands without Shadow's A Tribute to Rock Guitar" show entails an awesome display of guitar wizardry accompanied by an equally talented band. This chronological tribute features Batio's incredible arrangements and medley's from the different eras of rock beginning with Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton, then moving on to Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, Metallica and more. The brilliant, fast paced multimedia experience is completed with multiple video screens, incredible lighting, on stage theatrics and of course the amazing guitar work of the "#1 Shredder of all time" (Guitar One Magazine), Michael Angelo Batio. You will be introduced to Batio's "MAB Over Under" neck technique along with his famous Double-Guitar. Michael's Dean "Jet" Double-Guitar was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in February 2012. Michael invented the Double-Guitar and is credited with being the first person to play both left and right handed at the same time. The Token Lounge, 28949 Joy Road, Westland, MI www.thetokenlounge.com to purchase in advance Advance Tix $10 - $15 at the door. Doors 8pm. The excitement of the show stays with you long after the performance. Michael Angelo Batio has been an extraordinary inspiration to countless musicians around the world, playing a major role in the evolution of modern rock guitar. He embodies the spirit of a true artist who has ceaselessly pursued his own creative vision, while mentoring and cultivating the next generation of emerging musicians. Come see what all the talk is about of this true shred guitar legend! For more information and to watch for the upcoming tour dates go to www.angelo.com or www.facebook.com/#!/michaelangelobatioofficial.
DECIBEL GEEK PODCAST RELEASES INTERVIEW WITH DICK WAGNER (ALICE COOPER):
The Decibel Geek Podcast has released an in-depth discussion with former Alice Cooper guitarist/musical director Dick Wagner for downloading and streaming. In this long form discussion, the veteran guitar maestro reflects on what it's been like being on the inside of rock history for 40+years. Appearing on more than 200 albums and garnering more than 35 Gold and Platinum albums, Wagner has quite a story (or in this case, many stories) to tell as he gives us a glimpse of the fantastic historical essays that await you in his recently released (and soon to be hardcover-released) e-book entitled Not Only Women Bleed: Vignettes from the Heart of a Rock and Roll Musician.
Wagner gives us the inside story on Alice Cooper's (and his own) substance abuse trouble in the 1970's and early 1980's. You'll hear about Alice's state of mind during the recording of 1983's bizarre DaDa album as well as the strange fitness routine Cooper incorporated into his daily life when the two first met. From Aerosmith's Get Your Wings to KISS' Destroyer & Revenge albums, Wagner has appeared on some very well-loved tracks without receiving credit for his playing. Does he harbor any ill-will for not receiving his just desserts? You'll hear his unfiltered take in this interview.
Dick also shares his take on what he and the Alice Cooper band thought of a young upstart named KISS surpassing them on the charts. This episode features some stories from Wagner's personal archive that must be heard to be believed. Stories of all facets of pop culture colliding at specific times. Strange bedfellows indeed. Direct link to episode: dbgeekshow.blogspot.com/2012/05/episode-31-dick-wagner.html.
The Decibel Geek Podcast was launched in June of 2011 by Chris Czynszak, a former rock journalist and webmaster. With co-host Aaron Camaro, the Decibel Geek Podcast is quickly earning a reputation as one of the go-to music commentary podcasts on the internet. All episodes are available on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, as well as the official Decibel Geek Podcast website. To access the Decibel Geek Podcast visit www.dbgeekshow.blogspot.com.
FAIR WARNING DIGITAL SINGLE WILL BE RELEASED MAY 11:
German rock band Fair Warning will release a digital single worldwide except Asia through SPV / Steamhammer on May 11.
The tracklisting is: 1. Save Me 5:09 2. I´ll Be There 4:21 3. Heart On The Run 5:40. The tracks are also available on their new best of double album Best And More which was released through SPV / Steamhammer by the end of March.
This year the band celebrates their 20th anniversary and with the new best of CD "Best And More" the fans are invited to get all the Fair Warning-classics on a double CD with 32 songs - and on top the 2CD package for the price of one. Unreleased tracks and rare live -and studio material plus a great booklet make "Best And More" a must have for all new and old fans.
On May 11th the band will also release a new live video for the song "Generation Jedi". The video will be aired first in Germany at iMusic1TV online from 05.00 pm - 06.00 pm here: www.imusic1rocks.com and at 11.00 pm in the iMusic1TV show "Rocks".
Trailer for Best And More: www.youtube.com/user/spv?feature=watch#p/u/12/pgQNXtdn2hE.
WebLinks: www.fair-warning.de / www.spv.de.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS WITH JOEY TEMPEST AND FRANK CARILLO ON ROCK SHOW:
On Rich Davenport's Rock Show this week (on www.totalrock.com Thursday 3rd May 21:00-23:00 UK time, repeated Saturday 5th May 08:00-10:00 UK time) Europe's Joey Tempest will be discussing the band's new album "Bag Of Bones", which sees them embracing their Classic Rock roots to impressive effect. Joey also chooses two songs from the new release, and a Thin Lizzy song for the show's weekly Phil Lynott tribute slot.
And the second hour of the show features an interview with Frank Carillo, whose music blends Classic Rock, Americana and Blues, with songs from Frank's albums and stories of his musical adventures, which include playing with Peter Frampton and Golden Earring, gigging with Bad Company and Van Halen, hanging out with George Harrison and jamming with Led Zeppelin!
The show also features classic tracks and killer new cuts from AC/DC, Crazy Lixx, Rose Tattoo, Van Halen, Dio, Frames, Mekong Delta, Molly Hatchet, The Doobie Brothers, Boston and more, and will also be available for streaming on Mixcloud from Friday 4th May at www.mixcloud.com/richdav1.
MRX UPDATED:
MRX has been updated with another round of 80s rarities, this time featuring:
Apoca Lips - Apoca Lips
- Passenger - Passenger
- Passenger - Steal My Heart EP
- Rathskeller - Intro
- Strutt - Dreams
- Sybill - Sybill
MRX Membership Information.Wednesday, May 02, 2012
DEE SNIDER TAKES A LEFT TUNE ON NEW SOLO OUTING:
Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider's new video Mack the Knife from the album Dee Does Broadway premiered today at ew.com. You can check it out and get an idea of what is to come with Dee's new solo album at: music-mix.ew.com/2012/05/01/dee-snider-mack-the-knife-video/
The backing band includes guitarist Joel Hoekstra (Night Ranger, Rock Of Ages), Mike Portnoy, Lee Rocker (Stray Cats) and Richie Scarlet (Mountain, Sebastian Bach).
NIGHT RANGER TO ROCK BROKEN SPOKE CAMPGROUND SUN, AUG. 5:
The legendary rock band Night Ranger will perform Sun., Aug. 5 at the Broken Spoke Campground at Sturgis once again making Broken Spoke the place to be Jul. 30 Aug. 12 for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2012!
Classic Night Ranger... Three simple words that could start their own chapter in the complex history of commercial hard rock, as the core trio of Jack Blades, guitarist Brad Gillis and drummer/vocalist Kelly Keagy are responsible for penning a handful of the '80s landmark hits, from one of the most defining and immediately recognizable epic power ballads of all-time in Sister Christian and the similarly-slowed tempos of Sentimental Street and When You Close Your Eyes, to the guitar-driven radio juggernauts (You Can Still) Rock in America and Don't Tell Me You Love Me.
Don't forget that Broken Spoke Tent Camping starts at just $129 and includes free access to private and clean showers, the World's Largest Biker Pool, hot tubs, unforgettable contests, emcee Jack Schit, live entertainment at the ride-through Broken Spoke Saloon including Night Ranger, country music star Joe Nichols, Uncle Kracker, the Kentucky Headhunters, Truth & Salvage Co. and more announcements to follow.
For more information, please visit: www.brokenspoke.com.
About the Broken Spoke Saloon: The Broken Spoke Saloon is the world's biggest biker bar, with locations across the country. There are two Broken Spoke Saloon locations in Sturgis, SD plus one in Daytona, FL and Laconia, NH. You're bound to be close to one of them, so stop by during the next rally!
STREET KING HEROS RELEASES NEW MOTHER'S DAY ANTHEM:
Best known on this site for working as Hugo's solo producer/partner, John Mennen checked in this week with a new band for fans to check out. In John's words: "It's a new band called Street King Heros. The singer is from LA and I'm putting it all together here in New York. They have three singles on iTunes and are putting out a track each month. The album is scheduled for release in the fall." You can check them out on their site: www.streetkingheros.com.
Press Release / "Just in time for this year's Mother's Day holiday, from Kingsland Ave. Records and MMH Productions, Street King Heros has their new single Celebrate Her available as a free download on their website. Street King Heros is a collaboration consisting of singer/songwriter/bassist Jim Hilzman, producer/guitarist/composer John Mennen and producer/composer Dominick Marabeti. The threesome are partners in MMH Productions and Kingsland Ave. Records. They record in Long Island, NY and California.
A new Mother's Day anthem, Celebrate Her has, what lead singer/songwriter Jim Hilzman calls a clever message. You got to treat your lady right, no matter if it's your wife, girlfriend, sister or mother. Love her, honor and respect her, cherish her and - of course - celebrate her life and the good things she brings to the world.
Celebrate Her is the first single from the upcoming debut album by Street King Heros. Marketing and promotion will be set up via social media networks (Facebook, Twitter) as well as various music sites on the Internet. A video is in the works that will be released to YouTube and Daily Motion with the early summer as being the target date.
DECIBEL GEEK BLOG RELEASES INTERVIEW WITH HELIX FRONTMAN BRIAN VOLLMER:
The Decibel Geek blog has released an in-depth interview with Helix vocalist Brian Vollmer. The interview, conducted by Decibel Geek writer Wally Gator, took place on April 27, 2012 in Toronto.
Subjects touched on in this discussion include reflections of Helix's 38 year history such as their year's opening for such legendary bands as Kiss, Dio, Motorhead, Whitesnake and many more. Vollmer also gives details on the circumstances that lead the original members of the band to reform and put out their most recent EP which is available now at: planethelix.com.
The Decibel Geek Podcast was launched in June of 2011 by Chris Czynszak, a former rock journalist and webmaster. With co-host Aaron Camaro, the Decibel Geek Podcast is quickly earning a reputation as one of the go-to music commentary podcasts on the internet. All episodes are available on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, as well as the official Decibel Geek Podcast website.
To access the Decibel Geek Podcast visit www.dbgeekshow.blogspot.com.
NEW VIDEO, OLD SONG FOR DANIELE LIVERANI:
Waiting for the release of his 3rd instrumental guitar album Eleven Mysteries scheduled somewhere this summer for Lion Music / Finland, Daniele Liverani has just released the new video of the song Brother via youtube. The song Brother is included in his instrumental guitar album Viewpoint released back in 1999 by Virtuoso Records, featuring Julio Mathis II on drums and Ricky Wolking on bass (Darren Housholder, Jennifer Batten, The Nixons, Edgewater).
The Viewpoint album was produced in 1994 at 56studios, S.Monica (CA) by Mikal Reid (MCA Universal, Disney Records, Buena Vista, Seven Summits, Ben Harper, Kenny Wayne Sheppard, Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Suzie McNeil, Jesse McCartney).
Video Link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSouom1pzN4 / www.danieleliverani.com.
"MUSIC BOX" VIDEO SETS THE GROUND WORK FOR LIVE MUSICAL PRODUCTION:
With his recent release of the music video Music Box, Ron Kramer is locked in to produce and compose the score for a new musical based on his original story. Teaming up with Shanghai vocalist Jade who handled the inspirational vocals and ballet/dance instructor Barry Trammell, the story came to life during production. Plans for the live stage production which will feature a new hybrid of modern dance and ballet will be set to preview in 2013. View here: youtu.be/CPu7b52BHDITuesday, May 01, 2012
EX-TEN KEYBOARDIST GED RYLANDS RECORDS DEBUT SOLO ALBUM:
Back in 1996, the UK melodic rock scene was treated to the excellence of not one, but two wonderful albums from newcomers Ten, the band formed around vocalist/song-writer Gary Hughes and featuring three former Dare musicians in guitarist Vinny Burns, drummer Greg Morgan and bassist Shelley. Also forming an important part of the band was former After Hours/Tygers of Pan Tang keyboardist Ged Rylands, who remained with the band for their first four albums, leaving after the seminal 'Spellbound' to be replaced by none other than Don Airey! Now 13 years later, after an absence from the music scene, Ged is once again testing the waters with his first solo album, and not being content to do things by half, has enlisted such luminaries as Harry Hess, Danny Vaughn, Vinny Burns, Ralph Santolla, Neil Fraser and Kane Roberts to the cause. Read full interview and listen to pre-mix sound clips here: www.rocktopia.co.uk.
BEHIND THE BOARD: THE MAKING OF ROCK 'N' ROLL'S GREATEST RECORDS REVEALED:
This fall, Hal Leonard Books will publish the 9-years-in-the-making 'Behind the Board: The Making of Rock 'n' Roll's Greatest Records Revealed', by music biographer Jake Brown (Heart, Motorhead, AC/DC, Rick Rubin). Featuring exclusive, chapter-by-chapter profiles in the first definitive rock record-producers' anthology of its kind, readers are taken inside the studio, into the creation of the generations of classic records across every one of rock's subgenres. Featuring intimate, first-hand accounts of how the making of many of rock 'n' roll's greatest hits were created, via exclusive interviews with the producers who recorded them, the book's opening chapter interviews legendary rock producer Jack Douglas discussing the behind-the-scenes recording of Aerosmith's highly-anticipated new studio LP. Other hits chronicled in the book include "Comfortably Numb" by Pink Floyd, "In the Air Tonight" by Phil Collins, "Smells Like Teen Spirit" by Nirvana, "Beautiful Day" by U2, "One" by Metallica, "You Shook Me All Night Long" by AC/DC, "Sabotage" by the Beastie Boys, "Jane Says" by Jane's Addiction, "Sledge Hammer" by Peter Gabriel, and "Sweet Emotion" by Aerosmith, Every Breath You Take" by the Police, among countless others by legends like Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones, Kiss, Led Zeppelin, Bob Marley, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Soundgarden, the Pixies, the Who, Jimi Hendrix, Journey, Judas Priest, Motley Crue, Sting, Tom Waits, Smashing Pumpkins, Pink, John Mellencamp, New Order, Ministry, Fleetwood Mac, Foreigner, and many more.
The book's cover was shot exclusively at Jimi Hendrix's legendary live room, Studio A, at Electric Lady Studios in NYC, and in sum, Behind the Board takes fans through 31 chapters and 400 pages into the studio over the past 5 decades via exclusive interviews with Jack Douglas, Daniel Lanois, Mario Caldato Jr., Dave Jerden, Bob Rock, Linda Perry, Mike Fraser, Butch Vig, Gil Norton, Tom Werman, Kevil Elson, Eddie Kramer, Al Jourgensen, Michael Beinhorn, Bob Ezrin, Scott Humphrey & Tommy Lee, J. Mascis, Bones Howe, Don Gehman, Butch Walker, Hugh Padgham, Flemming Rasmussen, Tony Platt, Don Was, Ritchie Zito, Keith Olsen, Tom Allom, Ron Nevison, Matt Wallace, Andy Johns, and Stephen Hague.
The book is available for pre-order at: www.amazon.com/Behind-Board-Greatest-Records Revealed.
GEOFF TATE TALKS INFLUENCES, THREE TREMORS, CHRIS DEGARMO AND MORE!:
Geoff Tate on Chris rejoining the band "I think it would be great! He and I were very close working together .. I'd definitely work with Chris again." Hear the full, in-depth exclusive interview on Noize In The Attic - Where Your Past Comes Back To Haunt You this Friday May 4th 2-4 PM EST on WNHU 88.7FM New Haven, CT and streaming live at www.wnhu.net.
A full list of affiliate broadcasts and a link to the free podcasts can be found at www.noizeintheattic.com.
SAXON HEAVY METAL THUNDER - LIVE - EAGLES OVER WACKEN:
Some things just go together heavy metal and thunder denim and leather Saxon and Wacken. They've been old friends for many years now, their harmony collecting an army of thousands upon thousands who view Saxon live as a pilgrimage to the heart of metal music. And when that pilgrimage takes you, repeatedly, to the largest heavy metal festival in the world, Wacken Open Air in Germany, the results will always be electric. "When we first played Wacken, it was a small festival with a small stage in a small field, driven by nothing more than raw enthusiasm, which appealed very much to us!" says Biff Byford, Saxon's venerable frontman, "it started as fans putting on a festival for fans, and now it's fair to say that it is to Heavy Metal what the Donington Festival used to be. That was the iconic heavy metal festival of the 80's, and Wacken is the iconic heavy metal festival of now."
Now you can feel that electricity for yourselves thanks to Saxon - Heavy Metal Thunder - Live - Eagles Over Wacken the no-fat-no-bullshit-100%-pure CD/DVD featuring DVD highlights from Saxon's Wacken shows in 2004, 2007 and 2009 comprising THIRTY songs, plus a live CD from Glasgow in 2011. Each set captures the Barnsley-bred British heavy metal legends delivering classic after classic, from "Denim & Leather to "Metalhead to "Heavy Metal Thunder to "Princess Of The Night to "Crusader in front of 75,000+ loyal, ravenous fans, who have come to expect (and receive) the levels of performance Saxon have been delivering for 32 years. "And when the eagle comes down at Wacken, when it opens up over the audience, it is always an electric moment for those there, says Biff emphatically of the famous Saxon eagle, a ton or so of steel and lights, rescued from a storage space in the British home counties where it had lain dormant gathering rust. In many ways, the eagle's rebirth and Wacken's ascent are partners on the journey, as it was Wacken's organizers who offered to restore the mighty metal bird so as it could become a live centerpiece of both Wacken and Saxon's history. And when it comes to heavy metal, Saxon's history is, indeed, rich.
Rightly seen as one of the premier vanguards of Heavy Metal alongside the likes of Iron Maiden, Saxon were a major influence behind platinum-coated stars such as Metallica and Megadeth. Formed as Son of A Bitch in 1976 (and becoming Saxon in 1978) they enjoyed tremendous commercial success in the UK during the '80s, with 8 UK top 40 albums, and have sold over 13 millions albums worldwide, while albums such as Wheels Of Steel, Strong Arm Of The Law, Denim & Leather and The Power & The Glory have become legendary staples of any self-respecting metal fanâs collection. But it has always arguably been on stage where Saxon have excelled the most. There's no hiding once you hit the boards, and whether playing to 20000 people in Buenos Aires or 2000 people in Bolton, Byford, Carter, Glockler, Quinn and Scarratt source the same high-voltage energy reserves and deliver the same high-octane, blood and sweat-soaked show that makes Saxon a perennial touring favorite. "We've consistently tried to write, and perform songs which both us and our audience enjoy, says Biff, and we've worked very hard to maintain that link with our audience, because if you don't have that connection it can be very dangerous. We need them, and we need to be ready to deliver for them at every show, that's the challenge and it's one we gratefully accept and enjoy. If the audience are prepared to get crazy, then it's always going to be a strong show, and Wacken always delivers us a fantastic connection. You cannot fake that electricity, everyone wants that charged' atmosphere and it is absolutely priceless
If you've never had the chance to experience Saxon, start here and start now! If you've had the chance and yearned to capture the energy, the moment and the memory of it all, then put your hands together for Saxon Heavy Metal Thunder - Live - Eagles Over Wacken and be grateful to know that despite everything going on in our increasingly confused world, your escapist musical prayers have been answered.
Heavy Metal Thunder - Live - Eagles Over Wacken is available in a variety of formats, including the 'Golden Ticket' D2C/Direct To Consumer Box. Strictly limited, this exclusive package contains the "Best Of Wacken DVD, plus the full and complete Saxon W:O:A performances from 2004/2007/2009 each on a separate DVD, plus a Saxon flag. The real surprise is that 10 Golden Tickets' are randomly included in the box sets, which will allow the lucky winners to visit any Saxon concert in any city around the world (excluding festival appearances). 'Silver Tickets' giving access to special online content are for the remaining boxes so there are no losers - only winners.
For more information visit www.saxon747.com.Monday, April 30, 2012
SITE UPDATE:
Update on the new MelodicRock.com site - I'm just awaiting final word on some programming issues that have held up me taking possession of a fully functional and working new site. From there I have to build the sub-pages and areas that you are used to here and some new ones too, plus start adding/merging and formatting content from this site to the new one. Then it will be time for the beta testers to come in and do their job. Really excited to get this done as all aspects of the site and my life updating the site will be made easier.
Plus, the new site will be fully social media friendly, Search Engine Optimized and allow for a wider community to gather and spend time on the site. I'm confident this will all be done by the start of August.
MRCD9 is coming along brilliantly and will be released at the same time as the new site. I've got enough tracks for 2CDs already, with more high profile tracks still due. So what to do with them all I'm not sure...but safe to say the CD will be packed with quality unreleased tracks - a few artists even contributing 2 tracks each!
One final big thank you to all those that have donated and have been in touch in the last week or two. The support has been again humbling and overwhelming and I'm pleased to say that I have a few new artist adverts lined up which helps also. PLEASE click on the banners and links around the site - it all helps!
Things are looking up I feel....PS. A whole new swag of big reviews next week
CHRISTIAN METALLERS ULTIMATUM CELEBRATES 20 YEARS:
New Mexico is known for quite a few things including being the 'Green Chile Capital of the World', and for the fact that the Rio Grande River runs the entire length of the state. But did you know New Mexico is also known for being home to one of Christian Metal's longest running thrash band's? That's right New Mexico thrashers Ultimatum have been pounding away and releasing their brand of thrash Metal to their devout fans for over 20 years now! Having performed countless shows, playing many festivals and releasing 5 full length LP's, 1 EP, 2 demos and various compilation contributions Ultimatum have been going strong and based in New Mexico for over 20 years now.
2012 marks Ultimatum's 20h Anniversary and the band is excited to announce they will be going back in to the studio this summer to record a handful of brand new tracks for a very special 20th Anniversary compilation! Ultimatum is also pleased to announce they have once again signed on with Roxx Records to bring this special 20th Anniversary release to the masses. And to even take it a step further the band is going to do something a little out of the ordinary and let you, the fans, select your favorite Ultimatum tracks for this very special compilation. Right now via the Roxx Productions website you can go in and select your top ten favorite Ultimatum tracks! The top 10 to 12 tracks, as voted on by you, will be included along with 3 or 4 brand new tracks to complete this very special 20th Anniversary compilation.
Roxx Records is very pleased and excited to be a part of this very special release and will be working with the band to make some very special packages for the bands dedicated fans. Including a special pre-order bonus disc that will contain a compilation of rare tracks culminated throughout the bands career which will include previously unreleased demos, live tracks and rarities. As well as some very special box sets that will be announced as we get closer to the Fall 2012 release date. In addition the band is graciously going to be raffling off some very cool Ultimatum historical artefacts to all those who get in on the pre-order once it is announced this summer! You will want to get in on this if you're a hardcore Ultimatum fan, trust us!
For now go cast your vote for your favorite tracks and let your voice be heard and let's all take part in celebrating 20 years of Ultimatum!
Visit www.roxxproductions.com to take the poll and also add yourself to our mailing list to be the first to hear the Full release details and to get some exclusive sneak peaks and free downloads.
MELODIC BRIEFS:
April 29, 2012 - Alice Cooper drummer Glen Sobel (Vivian Campbell, Sixx: A.M., Paul Gilbert) and Whitesnake drummer Brian Tichy (Billy Idol, Foreigner, Ozzy Osbourne) will both be the in-studio guests tomorrow, April 30 between 4 - 6 PM PST on www.KNAC.com when KNAC DJ (and fellow skinsman) Jordan 'Junkman' West hosts another metallic Monday.
Cactus (featuring Carmine Appice) live last week in NYC is covered by Piercign Metal: www.piercingmetal.com/wordpress/?p=11609.
In episode #3 of the Hard Rock Hideout podcast, hosts Rob Rockitt & Ryo Vie talk to Charm City Devil's front man, John Allen about the band's latest release, Sins. Also, Leigh Kakaty from Pop Evil talks about the band's current tour with Theory of a Deadman, and the soon to be filmed video which will feature Motley Crue's Mick Mars: hardrockhideout.com/2012/04/29/charm-city-devils-john-allen-pop-evils-leigh-kakaty-on-hard-rock-hideout-podcast-3/
17 years ago, Lust Control, one of the greatest punk rock band's in history hung up their Chuck Taylors and left a distinctive void in the landscape of rock and roll. Band members Doug "Gene" Van Pelt - vocals, Mitch "Bradford" Roberts - guitar, John "Butch" Wilson - bass, and Phil "Bob" Borrero - drums have not entered the studio in 20 years. Until...NOW!! Lust Control returns after a long hiatus to record their first offering in 20 years! We at Rottweiler Records are very excited to partner with Lust Control to put forth the absolute BEST cd in the band's history! We are even more excited to launch this Kickstarter campaign in order to bring you, the fans into direct involvement in this project! www.kickstarter.com/projects/rottweilerrecords/lust-control-new-cd/comments.
B.I.T.E: DEBUT ALBUM FOR 80'S HARD ROCK FANS:
Brazilian Hard Rockers B.I.T.E, featuring Elvis B. (Vocal), Lizzy Louiz and Danny Danger (guitars), Lance Lynx (bass) and Vikki Spärkz (drums), has just released their debut album, titled "Rock Into The Night". The independent release was produced by Tito Falaschi and features music that mixes influences of 80's hair/glam metal, the modern sleaze and melodic rock. "If someone ever wrote a manual on how to perfect the hard rock sounds of the '80s, Brazil's B.I.T.E have obviously found it and studied it diligently", says Skid from Canadian Sleaze Roxx's web site.
Guitarist Lizzy Louiz commented: "The main basis of our music is hard rock 80's, but we worry about balancing them to meet with our references. There are songs both for those who are fan of Skid Row or Ratt and those who enjoy Winger, Extreme and Whitesnake."
Tracklisting: 1- Rock Into The Night 2- Take Me Higher 3- I Still Love You 4- Dirty Sick Vice 5- Burning My Heart 6- Rock Pride 7- Rainbow In The Sky 8- Dreaming of Love 9- See You Wild.
To purchase material, please contact via email: officialbite@gmail.com / myspace.com/officialbite / facebook.com/officialbite.
CONQUEST REVEAL THEIR NEW ALBUM TITLE AND BRING IN A NEW BASS PLAYER:
Conquest is nearing completion on their new album and have officially named it The War We Rage. The band is once again working with engineer Adam Long who also worked on their popular debut album End of Days. And the album will also be produced once again by lead singer Derrick Brumley. The latest release will feature new bass player Rob Boyer. Conquest has played a few gigs with Rob and the fit is perfect, Rob Boyer is from the same area, St. Louis Mo. and has played in rock and metal bands threw out his career. The New Album "The War We Rage" will be available worldwide in the Summer/Fall 2012 via Dark Star Records / Sony Music. Here is a look at the current track list: The War We Rage, Wicked, Against all odds, Never forget, Tomorrows black, Live free or die, Turn me away, Coming with vengeance, Scream for my life, Get off my back, Tyrant of the new world, Fall from grace.
Also, the band Conquest have decided to re-release their popular single called "Never Forget" a new tribute to 9/11 as a free download. Click here for the free download: soundcloud.com/darkstarrecords/never-forget / www.conquestmetal.com.
INTRODUCING TOMORROW LIVES:
Press Release / Tomorrow Lives are a fairly new rock band from out of Kentucky. The lads recently released their debut CD 'Skeletons In My Closet' independently. The band line up is: Blake Roberts (Vocals/Guitar), Jerrod Melvin (Guitar), Levi Ausmus (Bass), and Chris Furst (Drums). Blake, Chris, and Jerrod. The band have been playing together for two years and Levi joined the band just before the production of 'Skeletons In My Closet.' The band has been building up a healthy reputation locally and they have also released singles for the title track and the song 'Let It Go'. The band are about to line up a series of shows stateside.
'Debut album from Kentucky based Tomorrow Lives shows that this is a state that can produce yet another fine young band which has the potential to go a very long way. Chances are that this time it may take a little longer that it took neighbours Black Stone Cherry to get into every nook and cranny of the music media. It's a taught and tight sound. Power and passion and a great deal of thought and feeling underpin all of their songs. They're young, they have time on their side and they should have a bright future.' - Allan Bannerman, Powerplay Magazine, April 2012 Tracklisting: 1) Skeltons In My Closet 2) Walk Away 3) Break Me Down 4) Lonely & Left Out 5) Let It Go 6) Fallen From Grace 7) It's Over 8) Here 9) Right Now 10) The End (Wake Me Up)
WebLinks: www.tomorrowlives.com / www.facebook.com/TomorrowLives.
VOODOO VEGAS FANS PLEDGE TOWARDS NEW CD:
Voodoo Vegas announce producer for debut album and hit Pledge Music campaign target in 24 hours. Voodoo Vegas have announced that they will be recording their debut album this coming July with producer Pedro Ferreira (The Darkness, Toyko Dragons, Enter Shikari) at the famous Rockfield studios in Wales. The band have also announced a Pledge Music campaign to help raise funds for the recording of the album, they hit their target in 24 hours but are still looking to raise more funds to record more songs and make an even better album.
Lead singer Lawrence Case says 'I can't wait to record with Pedro at Rockfield and I can't believe we hit our Pledge Music target in 24hours, I know for sure we will make a kick ass album I'm really happy to have our fans along for the ride via the Pledge Music campaign.'
For more information on Voodoo Vegas' pledge music campaign check out this link, and pre order the album now, you can also get yourself some awesome exclusives. www.pledgemusic.com/projects/voodoovegas.Friday, April 27, 2012
RICHARD MARX TO RELEASE NEW CD EXCLUSIVELY IN EUROPE ON FRONTIERS IN JUNE:
Frontiers Records is honoured to welcome Richard Marx to the label for the exclusive release of Inside My Head - a 2 CD album set featuring rare and new material along with new recordings of his greatest hits - on June 1 in Europe. The first single Wouldn't Let Me Love You will be released digitally on May 1 and can be exclusively streamed in full on the Frontiers Records webradio www.frontiers.it/webradio. A video clip is in the works.
A gifted singer and consummate songwriter Richard Marx has left a powerful mark on the music industry over the past 20 years. With 30 million records sold, 3 Grammy Awards nominations, a Grammy Award for Song of the Year and an American Music Award nomination for favourite male singer Marx, who has written fourteen #1 songs and had thirteen US #1 songs on the Billboard charts, has remained a fixture on pop and adult contemporary radio for years.
Marx was the first male solo artist in history to have his first 7 singles reach the top 5 on Billboard's singles chart, including the 1 hits Hold On to the Nights, Satisfied and the worldwide classic Right Here Waiting. This feat remains unchallenged. He has also emerged as a first rate producer working with some of the biggest names in the music business including *NSYNC, Barbra Streisand, Josh Groban, Kenny Rogers, Sarah Brightman, Lara Fabian, Sister Hazel and The Tubes among others. More recently, he has written and produced records for Daughtry, Leann Rimes, Emerson Drive, Natalie Cole, Keith Urban, Kenny Loggins, Michael Bolton and actor Hugh Jackman.
The first CD of the Inside My Head set is a new studio record. It features two bonus tracks as well as collaborations with some of the most talent singer songwriters in the business including Chris Daughtry (Had Enough and On The Inside), Chad Kroeger of Nickelback (who also co-wrote On The Inside), Matt Scannell of Vertical Horizon (who played and co-wrote Always on Your Mind), Jason Wade of Lifehouse (who co-wrote Had Enough, also released by his band on Smoke and Mirrors), Fee Waybill of The Tubes (Come Running), Dann Huff (co-producer and guitarist on Loved) and many others.
Marx said: I'm excited to be putting out a new release in Europe. My fans there have been incredibly loyal and I hope they like this new music and I hope to be back over touring there soon.
The second, bonus CD contains amazing new versions of 12 of Marx's greatest hits, including Right Here Waiting, Angelia, Don't Mean Nothing and Keep Coming Back.
Marx added: I wanted to have new recordings of my classic tracks because, while they were all fun to revisit and sing and play again, in a few cases I felt they needed some updating. After playing these songs live for so many years I wanted to incorporate some of the ways the songs have evolved but still retain what people seemed to like about them to begin with.
Inside My Head will be released in a lavish DigiPack edition and will include the following songs: CD 1:Had Enough; Wouldn't Let Me Love You; Like Heaven; On The Inside; Through My Veins; Always On Your Mind; Loved; Come Running; All Over Me; Scars; Done To Me; Over My Head; Part of Me.
CD 2:Don't Mean Nothing; Should've Known Better; Endless Summer Nights; Keep Coming Back; Take This Heart; Hold On To The Nights; Angelia; Hazard; Too Late To Say Goodbye; Satisfied; Right Here Waiting; When You Loved Me.
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THE RETURN OF PLAYER:
Frontiers Records is pleased to announce the signing of Player to the label for the release of a yet untitled new album.
Best remembered for Baby Come Back, a song which topped the US single charts in 1978, Player original line-up included Peter Beckett (guitarist, lead vocalist), J.C. Crowley (guitarist, vocalist), Ronn Moss (bassist, vocalist) and John Friesen (drummer). After extensively playing the club scene in Southern California, Player began to develop a very distinctive edgy, yet very melodic rock style, and was signed by Robert Stigwood to his legendary RSO Records, home to The BeeGees, Eric Clapton, Saturday Night Fever, and Grease.
Among several notable accolades, Player was named Billboard's Best New Singles Artist of 1978. Eric Clapton became so impressed with Player that he invited them to be the special guest on his 1978 North American tour. They also performed with Heart, Boz Scaggs, Kenny Loggins and Gino Vannelli to name a few.
Player went on to release four albums during their active touring years until 1982. Moss left in 1981 to pursue an acting career, and has starred for the past 25 years on the daytime soap opera The Bold and the Beautiful. JC Crowley pursued a career in country Music, while Beckett continued writing for other artists and movie soundtracks. He also did an eight year stint with Little River Band starting in 1990, while releasing an acclaimed solo cd 'Beckett' in 1991.
Beckett got back together with Ronn Moss in 1995, and recorded Player's fifth album, Lost in Reality and toured the United States. Since then, Peter has produced, written and played on two solo CDs for Ronn Moss and composed music for The Bold And The Beautiful. Player restarted working on new songs and touring together in 2010. The new line-up features again original members Peter Beckett and Ronn Moss together with Rob Math (guitars), Johnny English (keyboards) and Craig Pilo (drums).
Player has not released a CD for over 10 yrs. It's great to actually be creating in the studio for the band once again, as opposed to our many other projects, says Peter Beckett. The new album will feature Player's three part harmony very prominently and include the usual blend of rock and big melodies.
Ronn Moss adds: It's been quite a while since our last record release. Feels great to finally be making new music. I'd say the stuff of life has played an integral part of influencing all non-musical activities the last several years. Personal endeavours, other work related ventures, and just being downright lazy, have all played a part in why we haven't done this sooner than now. But in now's defense, sometimes one has to wait until now happens before you can actually be there.
As a special appetizer to the new release, and in connection with a promotional trip in Italy where Peter and Ronn will appear on several major radio and TV shows in the first week of May, Frontiers Records is pleased to announce the worldwide digital release only of a 3-songs EP entitled My Addiction on April 30.
The EP will also include, along with the title track, Too Many Reasons and a new recording of Baby Come Back and sets the pace for the new album's release which is planned for the second half of 2012.
My Addiction - as well as Too Many Reasons - came from co-writing sessions between Beckett and Steve Plunkett. I have written tons of songs with "Plunk" over the last 20 years and will continue to do so. We sifted through our joint efforts to see what would fit Player" tells Peter. "Addiction" seemed to be a great choice. This song title was actually stolen from one of our other songs. The other song was actually about addiction. This one is a love song and a lot easier to listen to."
You can order / pre-order My Addiction now on iTunes following this link: itunes.apple.com/it/preorder/addiction-single/id519148672.
My Addiction sample can be listened following this link: www.frontiers.it/m/uploads/audios/player-myaddiction-sample.mp3.
The EP can also be purchased via Amazon worldwide, eMusic and all other digital retailers all over the world. The song My Addiction can be streamed in full on the Frontiers Records webradio: www.frontiers.it/webradio.
WebLinks: www.player-theband.com / www.frontiers.it.
JEFF SCOTT SOTO & THE QUEEN EXTRAVAGANZA ON IDOL:
Site favourite Jeff Scott Soto and the whole cast of the Queen Extravaganza made their official debut earlier today with a rousing performance of Somebody To Love on American Idol. The band was joined by Roger Taylor and Brian May for this special performance and seemed to go down a storm with the audience and online fans. Below is the group in rehearsal and below that, the actual Idol performance for those that missed it.
The Queen Extravaganza band run through their special version of Somebody To Love with Roger and Brian in rehearsal.
The band then performed the track on American Idol on April 26th 2012. Tickets are On Sale Now at www.queenextravaganza.com/tour-and-tickets.
Opening Number - Queen Extravaganza (Somebody To...by IdolxMuzic
METAL HEAVEN ANNOUNCE HERMAN FRANK RIGHT IN THE GUTS:
Metal Heaven will deliver the new Herman Frank album Kick In The Guts in Europe on June 22.
Without any doubt Herman Frank is one of the most prestigious German metal guitarists of the past 30 years. His dynamic compositions with their raging riffs, hooks and intelligent virtuoso solos have graced not only the works of the German cult band Victory, which he founded in the mid-eighties, and its successor group Moon'Doc, but also as a member of the legendary Accept in the early eighties, appearing on a number of important songs on their classic Restless and Wild and Balls To the Wall albums before returning to the band permanently in 2005. After his solo debut, Loyal To None (2009) the Hanover resident Herman is coming back relentlessly with Right In The Guts, his second solo album, a total metal brochure full of energy, determination and pure adrenaline. The disc is being released on 22 June 2012, via the label 'AOR / Metal Heaven', be sure to mark this date in your calendar now! Take notice - if you are looking for some relaxation, then look elsewhere: uncompromising determination rules on Right In The Guts!
A drive by the way, which was not only achieved by Herman Frank's entire career, but in every note played and by his unmistakable presence. His compositions are impressive for the boiling mixture of rock, metal and blues influences, while his playing combines taste, technique and profound ideas. The same holds true for the musicians who joined him in the studio: Born in Sweden, singer Rick Altzi, with his distinguished rock voice, contacted Herman Frank after learning of his search for a front man. Bassist Peter Pichl was already involved in Frank's solo debut Loyal To None and is one of the most sought after bass players on the scene. Mamalitsidis Cristos has already appeared onstage with Herman Frank as a second guitarist and plays top quality metal guitar. Drummer Michael Wolpers' keen sense for grooves and precision can be heard clearly and he has belonged to Frank's group of friends for years.
Together with this line-up of experts Herman Frank has recorded 13 gripping metal tracks. The recordings took place in his own 'Arena 20' studio located in Hanover, Germany. Frank himself acted as composer and producer, as well as taking care of the mixing and album mastering. Frank has succeeded by implementing an astonishing variety of different tempos, levels of heaviness and forms of expression within a traditional metal frame. With the furious opener 'Roaring Thunder' and the pulsating title track 'Right In The Guts' Frank immediately shows his typical side. This is where instruments and vocals get directly to the point and leave no questions unanswered. This contrasts nicely with the rather unusual number 'Vengeance', a track full of challenging finesse. All in all an album that his fans will love. and a work that belongs on the stage as quickly as possible. As Herman Frank personally promises: "I will use every free minute that Accept gives me to play in each and every club in the world that has enough power outlets for my ENGL wall of amp." With such a compelling disc, this is a welcome announcement!
Track list: 1. Roaring Thunder, 2. Right In Your Guts, 3. Ivory Gate, 4. Vengeance, 5. Starlight, 6. Falling To Pieces, 7. Raise Your Hand, 8. Waiting, 9. Hell Isn't Far, 10. Kings Call, 11. Lights Are Out, 12. Black Star, 13. So They Run.
Line-Up: Guitars: Herman Frank, Vocals: Rick Altzi, Bass: Peter Pichl, Drums: Michael Wolpers, Guitars: Mamalitsidis Cristos.
WebLink: www.hermanfrank.com.xx
L.A. GUNS RELEASES ALBUM ART, NEW SONG TEASER FOR HOLLYWOOD FOREVER:
Los Angeles, CA While on a tour of Europe this month, L.A. Guns has been incorporating some tracks in the set list from the new record, Hollywood Forever, out June 5 on Deadline/Cleopatra Records. The cover art, final track list, and a sneak peek at one of the songs are now available.
Track List: Hollywood Forever, You Better Not Love Me, Eel Pie, Sweet Mystery, Burn, Vine St. Shimmy, Dirty Black Night, Underneath The Sun, Queenie, Crazy Tango, Venus Bomb, I Won't Play, Requiem (Hollywood Forever), Arana Negra (originally recorded by The Bicicletas).
Former L.A. Guns member Kelly Nickels makes a special appearance, playing bass on Venus Bomb and providing backing vocals on other tracks. Another highlight of Hollywood Forever is Arana Negra, which is sung entirely in Spanish. The album is the fourth L.A. Guns record produced by Andy Johns (Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones, Van Halen).
The L.A. Guns spring European tour continues in Spain the first week of May, then brings the band back to the U.S. for summer club dates and festivals including M3.
Stream for You Better Not Love Me: soundcloud.com/brosseaupr/l-a-guns-you-better-not-love/s-pyBkz.
5/2 Sala La Boite Madrid, Spain
5/3 Sala Studio 54 Leon, Spain
5/4 Sala Acapulco Gijion, Spain
5/5 Sala Guardetxe San Sebastian, Spain
5/6 Music Hall Barcelona, Spain
5/12 M3 Festival Columbia MD
5/31 Prime Time Tap Oglesby IL (Phil, Stacey)
6/1 Off Road Ranch (Midwest Bike Fest) Norfolk NE (w/Dokken)
6/2 The Grove Lincoln NE
6/22 Bay City River Roar Bay City MI (w/Skid Row)
6/23 Columbia Music Hall Portsmouth OH (w/Skid Row)
6/24 Ripper Owens Tap House Akron OH
6/30 Buffalo Valley Music Festival Duluth MN (w/Dokken)
7/7 4th of July Town Celebration Enfield CT (w/Warrant & Skid Row)
7/14 Seboeis Stream Campground Howland ME
7/15 Asylum Portland ME
7/20 AWA Amphitheater/Casino Del Sol Tucson AZ (w/Skid Row)
7/21 910 Live Tempe AZ
8/10 Skogsrojet Festival Rejmyre, Sweden
8/11 KG5 Mariestad, Sweden
8/12 Harry B. James Stockholm, Sweden
8/24 Bergen Performing Arts Center Englewood NJ (w/Skid Row)
8/25 Ollies Point Amityville NY
WebLinks: www.facebook.com/officialLAGuns / cleopatrarecords.com.
LAYOFFS AT ROADRUNNER RECORDS; FOUNDER/CEO CEES WESSELS STEPPING DOWN:
From Billboard.biz earlier today - April 26, 2012 | By Ed Christman, New York / "In a changing of the guard at Roadrunner Records, founder/CEO Cees Wessels is leaving the label 17 months after the completion of its sale to the Warner Music Group. Concurrent with his departure, approximately 36 staffers worldwide were let go today (April 26), sources tell Billboard.biz. The exact number was unclear at press time.
Concurrent with his departure, the label is being realigned so that it will utilize the Warner Music Group for back-office and other support capabilities while retaining frontline label functions like A&R, marketing, promotion and publicity. In the U.S., Roadrunner will continue to operate as a standalone frontline label, although 16 staffers in the States are losing their jobs.
Internationally, Roadrunner's staff will continue to carry out some label functions, such as marketing, promo and publicity. Other responsibilities, principally support functions, will be carried out by Warner Music teams, which means that 20 staffers will lose their jobs.
Roadrunner, which continues to be a strong brand in rock music, will continue to have personnel in every territory it does currently, with the exception of the Netherlands office, which is being shuttered. Wessels founded the label in the Netherlands in 1980. Longtime label President Jonas Nachsin, who has served in that role since 1999, will remain on staff.
Roadrunner is home to such artists as Rush, Dream Theater, Nightwish, Nickelback, Ratt and Megadeth.
MRX UPDATED:
A bumper update for MRX today with the following new downloads ready to go:
- Fair Exchange - Fair Exchange
- Tesla - Mechanical Resonance Live
- Pole Position - The Trials (2CD Demos, 21 Tracks)
- Mere Mortals - Immortalized
- Nexx - Demos 2005 (10 Tracks)
- Work Of Art - Original Demo EP (3 Tracks)
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CD SHOWCASE UPDATED:
CD Showcase has been updated, with the May releases for Frontiers Records (due May 18) - Hardline, Wig Wam & Great White. Also on show is the June 22 release from Escape Music, the debut Oxygen release.
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THANK YOU:
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