Today's Day in Rock
Eddie Van Halen Jumps Into LL Cool J Collaboration
(hennemusic) LL Cool J has confirmed that Eddie Van Halen is among the guests set to appear on his forthcoming album, "Authentic."
Fan site the Van Halen News Desk reports the rapper revealed the news at his SXSW concert Thursday night in Austin, TX.
The site confirms the guitarist will appear on one track on "Authentic," which will be released April 30.
The update follows two recent photos posted by Van Halen, featuring the pair in the studio. more on this story
Def Leppard Recording Vegas Show For Live Release
(hennemusic) Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen says the band will be recording their upcoming "VIVA Hysteria!" residency at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas for a live album release.
"Absolutely, we are going to do Hysteria Live," Collen tells Classic Rock Revisited. Leppard will perform 11 shows between March 22 and April 13.
"We are going to do 'Hysteria' from start to finish," explains the guitarist. "We are actually doing two sets; we are going to open up for ourselves. We are going to do 45 minutes, take a break and then do 'Hysteria'. We are learning hundreds of songs and we are going to be doing songs that we've not played in years, or that we've never done. It is going to be really great."
"The first set will never be the same; we will change it every night," adds Collen. "They will all be Def Leppard songs. We may play songs that we've covered of other people. more on this story
Joe Walsh, Mick Jagger, Jeff Beck, Ringo Involved In Mystery Project
(Gibson) Joe Walsh is working with Mick Jagger, Ringo Starr, Keb Mo', Jeff Beck bassist Tal Wilkenfeld and more. On what, exactly, Walsh isn't yet saying but he's posted a Facebook photo of him and the others, simply saying: "Cooking up something here at Capitol Records. I think you'll like it."
Also in the photo are producer Don Was, keyboardist Mike Finnegan, and legendary drummer Jim Keltner. Walsh has also posted a photo of himself with legendary soul singer/songwriter Bill Withers.
Bassist Wilkenfeld has provided the strongest clue this a serious new project. She posted, "Thursdays in the office are usually pretty mellow. Like today… when I wrote a song with Bill Withers, Mick Jagger, Keb Mo & Joe Walsh. LOL." See the photo here.
Thin Lizzy R.I.P.
(hennemusic) Thin Lizzy are moving forward as Black Star Riders after their final concert at Virgin Australia Stadium in Mackay, Australia this past Saturday, as the opening act on the KISS/Motley Crue tour.
After touring the past few years as Thin Lizzy, the lineup adopted the new band name last fall to start recording a new album with a clean slate, and out of respect to the legacy of the late Phil Lynott.
"Tomorrow is the last show that Thin Lizzy will be playing for quite some time," posted singer Ricky Warwick on Friday before the show.
"I would like to take this opportunity to say from the bottom of my heart how much of a privilege, honor and dream come true this experience has been. To have spent the last 3 years being part of such a fantastic legacy has been amazing. I would like to thank Darren Wharton and Brian Downey for their musicianship and friendship and wish them all the best in all their future endeavors. I would to thank all of you out there for your past and continued support. And of course Mr. Phil Lynott for letting me stand beside your shoes, you have taught me so much." more on this story
Green Day Singer Writing Music For Shakespeare Play
(Gibson) Billie Joe Armstrong is adding a punk yet Beatle-esque twist to the England's Elizabethan era – he is writing songs for a modernized version of the William Shakespeare play Much Ado About Nothing.
The Green Day guitarist and frontman will compose original material for a 2014 production by the Yale Repertory Theatre, New Haven, Connecticut.
Due in March 2014, These Paper Bullets will take Shakespeare's play and reimagine it in modern England. The Yale Rep say of the production: "Meet the Quartos. Ben, Claude, Balth, and Pedro. Their fans worship them. Scotland Yard fears them. And their former drummer will stop at nothing to destroy them.
"Can these fab four from Liverpool find true love in London and cut an album in seven nights? These Paper Bullets is a rocking and rolling version of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing with a serious backbeat." more on this story
Heart and Jason Bonham To Team Up For Led Zeppelin Set On Tour
The upcoming Heart and Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Experience tour will feature an encore set of both bands teaming up to perform Led Zeppelin classics.
Each band will be performing their own sets before they team up for a 30-minute encore Led Zeppelin tribute set, according to USA Today.
The tour will be kicking off on June 17th in West Palm Beach, Florida and is set to conclude on August 30th in Portland, Oregon. more on this story
KISS Unplug For Australian Fans
(hennemusic) KISS wrapped up their Australian tour with Motley Crue and Thin Lizzy on Saturday in Mackay.
Prior to the tour's final concert, KISS unplugged for their pre-show meet n greet; video of the band running through their 1974 classic, "Cold Gin," has surfaced.
The trip down under, in support of the group's latest album, "Monster," was KISS' first in five years. Watch the clip here.
The Airborne Toxic Event To Rock Letterman and Launch Video Series
The Airborne Toxic Event will be performing on The Late Show With David Letterman this Wednesday, March 20. The show airs at 11:35 pm/10:35 pm central.
The band will be appearing in support of their new EP, The Secret, which hit stores last week. The EP gives fans a preview of the band's new material ahead of the release of their third album, Such Hot Blood, which is coming out this spring.
The group also launched a new series of acoustic videos which they will be releasing in advance of the album's release. The first video in the series is an unplugged version of their single "Timeless," which features the Calder Quartet. Watch it here.
Fans can catch the band on the road this spring. They are kicking off their North American headline tour on March 30th in San Diego.
The trek will feature an appearance at the Coachella festival on April 14th and April 21st. more on this story
Former Whitesnake Guitarist Reacts To David Coverdale Claim
(Classic Rock) Former Whitesnake guitarist Micky Moody has responded to David Coverdale's claim that he refused an opportunity to shake hands.
The former bandmates parted company in 1983 following the recording and touring of Whitesnake's Slide It In album. Coverdale recently said he'd tried to make contact with Moody to settle their differences, but the guitarist "feels there's too much water under the bridge, and presumably he would rather not shake my hand."
Now Moody has responded to the comments. He tells Classic Rock: "I've just been alerted to an article on Classic Rock's news page which reads 'Micky Moody won't shake my hand.' Although it pales into insignificance when placed alongside Ozzy's 'I bit the head of a bat' show-stopper, I feel I should respond that I have my own reasons for not wishing to re-establish a working relationship.
"To set the record straight, the reporting of comments regarding my return to Whitesnake in 1983 are somewhat inaccurate.
"Beyond this, I prefer not to discuss in the public domain – although, for avoidance of any doubt, my time with Whitesnake and the legacy of those halcyon days are forever part of my very soul. I also prefer, as always, to let my fingers do the talking; as experience has taught me that it's the proper and most dignified way to do things." more.. You can read the article which prompted this response here.
Dio Disciples Guitarist Explains Money Isn't Motivation For Project
(Classic Rock) Craig Goldy insists the Dio Disciples project isn't all about money and says he can prove it. The guitarist is part of the tribute act to the late Ronnie James Dio after having been a member of the Dio band for three stints starting with 1987′s Dream Evil era.
Dio Disciples, also featuring Tim 'Ripper' Owens, Scott Warren, Simon Wright, Bjorn Englen and Oni Logan, were formed in 2011 with the blessing of the ex Black Sabbath singer's widow Wendy.
Asked what he thinks of fans who disapprove of the project, Goldy tells GuitarWorld: "I understand it. Ronnie was so revered that there are going to be people who are apprehensive of what we're doing."
He continues: "It's really not a for-profit thing. If people think it's a for-profit thing, I have no problem with them checking my bank account balance. We're barely squeaking by over our expenses. It's very expensive to do this kind of thing.
"There is money involved, but money is not the priority. The priority is to make sure Ronnie's memory is kept alive." And Goldy believes the positive intentions shine through
Dan Reed Network Announce One-Off Show
(Classic Rock) Dan Reed has confirmed that Dan Reed Network will play a one-off show near London later this year.
They'll appear at the inaugural single-day Enchanted Festival, a music, poetry and visual art event at Greenwoods Hotel And Spa, Stock, Essex, on October 12. Just 450 tickets will be available.
It follows the Network's reunion for a single performance in their home city of Portland, Oregan, last New Year – but the outfit, best known for tracks Ritual and Rainbow Child, aim to make more appearances in 2014. more on this story
Guns N' Roses Add Working Beer Tap To Stage Set
(hennemusic) Guns N' Roses kicked off their St. Patrick's Day celebrations a day early during the band's concert in Melbourne Saturday night.
In new photos posted by the group, the band were enjoying the luxury of pouring themselves beverages from a beer tap right on stage.
"Well that's one for you but two for me cause tonight!," wrote the band. "We're rocking the Sidney Myer Music Bowl with some ice cold beer on tap off the riser! bottoms up! Mr. Diaz, Thank you for your support can we have another round." See the photo here.
Reef Launching Anniversary Tour
(Classic Rock) Reef have announced a five-date tour of the UK to mark their 20th anniversary. They'll play Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester, Truro and London during November, following two festival appearances in August.
Gary Stringer, Kenwyn House, Jack Bessant and Dominic Greensmith officially drew a line under their career together with fifth album Together in 2003. Last year they released a retrospective box set, 93/03, and played a number of shows to support it.
Now they say in a brief statement: "Reef are absolutely stoked to announce a uk tour this November to help celebrate the band's 20th anniversary." more on this story
Metallica Looking For Orion Festival Car Show Contestants
(hennemusic) Metallica's second annual Orion Music + More festival are now accepting entries for the car show portion of the event which will be taking place at Belle Isle in Detroit on June 8-9.
As part of the event, 100 of the best Customs, Hot Rods, Muscle Cars and Custom Motorcycles will be on display again this year at the Orion Custom Car + Motorcycle Show inside the festival grounds throughout the entire weekend.
For those wishing to participate, the 2013 Orion Music + More Custom Car + Motorcycle show application is now live.
Awards will be given for Best in Show in each category: Customs, Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, and Custom Motorcycles. Plus, festival-goers were also able to cast their votes for the Fan Favorite. more on this story
Bam Margera Arrest Photo Reportedly Staged
(Banana 101.5) Bam Margera's F-face Unstoppable had a tour stop at The Machine Shop in Flint last Thursday (March 14th), but many are wondering what's up with this picture of, what appears to be, him being taken into custody by Michigan State Police in front of the venue that was posted on Bam's Facebook page.
Apparently this photo is not what it appears. Yes, it is Bam Margera being cuffed by Michigan State Police in front of what is clearly The Machine Shop. However, we have confirmed that the photo was taken Thursday prior to his show that did, in fact, take place as planned.
Had he actually been arrested that would likely not have been the case. We're told that when Bam saw that the state police were on hand, he took advantage of a rare photo op. See the photo here.
Anthrax Release Smokin' Boston Cover
(Classic Rock) Anthrax have released their cover version of Boston track Smokin'. It's taken from their covers EP Anthems, which also includes tracks originally recorded by Rush, Thin Lizzy, AC/DC, Cheap Trick and Journey.
Smokin' includes a keyboard solo by Fred Mandel after drummer Charlie Benante admitted none of the band could play the instrument well enough.
He recently told Music Radar: "You'll always hear Boston blasting out of our dressing rooms or our bus. It's one of those timeless records that doesn't have a bad track on it. It's almost like a greatest-hits album. When I hear it, I think back to being young, it's the summertime, and people are driving by in their cars crankin' Boston." Listen to the song here.
The New Black Turned Into Puppets For Sharkpool Video
(Classic Rock) The New Black have released a music video for their track Sharkpool and you can stream the clip online.
The puppet-show promo supports the German hard rock act's third album, III: Cut Loose, which was released last week.
Describing their sound and vibe, the band say: "Just imagine Black Label Society inviting the Nickelback guy over for some Thin Lizzy covers, all dressed in Pantera shirts."
Of the new video they say: "Yes, we look like that. Just add water." Watch the video here.
Megadeth Release Latest Vic's Garage Video
(hennemusic) Megadeth have release another studio video from the making of their forthcoming new album, "Super Collider."
The latest clip features Dave Mustaine and Chris Broderick recording tracks at Vic's Garage studio in San Marcos, California during mid-February.
Megadeth finished recording the project on March 13, with Mustaine tweeting, "More 13 weirdness…we finished the record on 31313. 13 of 14 songs used; song 13 left off. It was 13 years since we tracked Silent Scorn." [Horn player Bob Findley played on the track "Silent Scorn" from 2001's "The World Needs A Hero" and is a featured guest on the song "A House Divided" on the new album]. Watch the clip here.
Good Vibrations Movie Preview
(Classic Rock) Classic Rock is proud to premiere a clip of upcoming music movie Good Vibrations and you can watch it online.
The film is based on the true story of Terri Hooley, owner of Belfast's Good Vibrations record shop, during Ireland's strife-torn era known as the Troubles. Galvanising the city's punk musicians into action, Hooley becomes the unlikely leader of a motley band of kids who join him in his mission to create a new community, an Alternative Ulster, to bring his city back to life.
It stars Richard Dormer (Hurricane) as Hooley and and Kerr Logan (Game Of Thrones) as Feargal Sharkey. Co-stars include Liam Cunningham (The Guard, Clash of The Titans), Adrian Dunbar (Ashes to Ashes), Dylan Moran (Run Fatboy Run, Sean of the Dead) and Andrew Simpson (Notes on a Scandal).
In the clip, a drunk Hooley introduced himself to a young band who have just changed his life – and vows to change even further.
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