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Led Zeppelin Counting Down Big Announcement?
(hennemusic) Recent rumors regarding the possible release of Led Zeppelin's 2007 reunion concert this fall have peaked fan interest that the project will see the light of day.
This past week, Belgian classic rock radio station RTBF reported that Zeppelin's December 2007 show at London's O2 Arena will be released on DVD and CD in November. The posting – which has since been removed from the site – cited Warner Music sources as saying a double DVD set, accompanied by two CDs, will be made available.

On Saturday, Led Zeppelin posted a cryptic graphic on their Facebook page that may be related to the Belgian news report. A photo of the number "Five" – in full Zeppelin logo font. On Sunday, Zeppelin posted the number "Four" in what appears to be the continuation of a countdown to an announcement. more on this story



Guns N' Roses and Jack White For Bridge School Concert
(hennemusic) Guns N' Roses, Jack White and more are set to play the 26th Annual Bridge School Benefit Concert this fall.

The 2012 event takes place on October 20 at 5pm and October 21 at 2pm at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California.

Neil Young organizes the annual acoustic-based event, which raises funds for the Bridge School. See the full lineup.



Aerosmith Launch Online Series To Preview New Album
(hennemusic) Aerosmith have launched the first episode in a new 8-part series called "The Making Of Music From Another Dimension."

Directed by Casey Patrick Tebo, "Episode 1: The Beginning" starts in the Aerosmith studios in the summer of 2011, as the band sits down with producer Jack Douglas in a songwriting session.

Due November 6, "Music From Another Dimension" is the Boston band's 15th studio album and their first studio collection of all-new material in 11 years. The album was recorded in Los Angeles and at the band's studio in Massachusetts; it was produced by Jack Douglas, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, with the exception of three tracks produced by Tyler and Marti Frederiksen. more on this story



Kings of Leon Offshoot Releasing Debut EP
(Gibson) Kings of Leon bassist Jared Followill has a new spin-off band, currently known as Smoke and Jackal.

"I knew that I would go a little bit stir-crazy just not doing anything and not having any artistic outlets," he tells Rolling Stone. With fellow Nashville resident Nick Brown, singer and guitarist of the rock group Mona; Followill's outlet has arrived in the form of a new band.

The duo will release their debut, EP1, a six-song collection, on October 16. According to Followill, the project was anything but premeditated.

"It was super spur-of-the-moment," he says. The two friends' original intention, he says, was to record one song and "put it up on YouTube or something stupid like that for people to see. [Nick] sings amazing and I sing horribly, so we figured we could just go down there and try it one night." more on this story





As I Lay Dying Album Release Show To Be Streamed Live
Metal Blade Records will be putting on an east coast album release show for As I Lay Dying which will be webcast as part of their string of 30th anniversary events.

The event will be taking place Tuesday Septmber 25 at Santo's Party House in New York City, and us billed as "a private CD Release show" for As I Lay Dying, who are releasing their new album Awakened that same day. Battlecross, who recently wrapped up a very successful run on this summer's Trespass America tour featuring Five Finger Death Punch, Killswitch Engage, and more.

Emceeing the event will be label-mates, comedians, and hosts of VH1 Classics "That Metal Show" Don Jamieson & Jim Florentine and Jose Mangin from SiriusXM's Liquid Metal. more on this story



Robert Fripp Quitting Music?
(Gibson) King Crimson's mercurial guitarist/visionary Robert Fripp has hinted he is quitting playing. In a rare interview with the Financial Times – the highbrow economics paper that, Fripp says, is the only he reads – he says: "My life as a professional musician is a joyless exercise in futility."

Fripp has been a prolific musician outside King Crimson, too. He was David Bowie's sideman on Heroes, played with Blondie and Talking Heads and has collaborated with fellow rock explorers Brian Eno and Peter Gabriel. Kanye West has sampled him. But he is embattled in over royalties, over CD sales, downloads and digital streams of Crimson tracks. "I couldn't concentrate on music," Fripp tells the FT. "So I made the choice to give up my career as a musician in the frontline to deal with the business."

Fripp continues, "It's an interesting strategy for keeping the music moving in the direction it goes – that whenever you get close to success, the band splits up. But it's a strategy that does work. Though it's one that you won't find in 'How to Succeed in the Music Industry'. And I can guarantee it will piss off people who are looking forward to having a good career." more on this story





The Acacia Strain Plan Album Release Tour
The Acacia Strain will be hitting the road this fall to play a string of album release shows.

The tour will be supported by Cruel Hand, I Declare War, Fit For An Autopsy and No Bragging Rights.

The trek kicks off on October 4th, ahead of the October 9th release of The Acacia Strain's new album, Death Is The Only Mortal. more on this story



Footage From Rush's World Tour Opener Goes Online
(hennemusic) Rush kicked off their "Clockwork Angels" World Tour Friday night at the Verizon Wireless Arena in Manchester, NH.

The trek is in support of the band's latest project, which also serves as their 20th studio album.

Rush pulled out a lot of rarely-played tunes in the opening set, while the second set featured a large section devoted to the new album.

The first videos from the show are now making their way online. Watch it here.



Gene Simmons To Sing National Anthem at Today's Raiders Game
(hennemusic) KISS bassist Gene Simmons will sing the national anthem at the Oakland Raiders' NFL home opener tonight.

Simmons will take to the field prior to the Raiders game against the San Diego Chargers to sing the anthem; he follows a pregame performance by Ice Cube.

KISS are currently touring North America with opening act Motley Crue; shows wrap up September 23 in Hartford, CT. more on this story




Emerson, Lake & Palmer Reissues Coming
Razor & Tie will be kicking off their Emerson, Lake & Palmer reissue campaign on September 25th.

The campaign will begin with the reissue of the group's first two albums Emerson, Lake & Palmer (1970 – Studio Album) and Tarkus (1971 – Studio Album). The label sent over these details:

Both records will be available as 3-disc deluxe editions containing never before released 5.1 Surround Sound and Stereo Mixes, including previously unheard out-takes. Three time Grammy-nominated producer and engineer Steven Wilson (who has also recently remixed classic albums by Jethro Tull and King Crimson for acclaimed 40th anniversary editions) worked from the original Greg Lake produced multi-track tapes to remix both albums more on this story



Former Iron Maiden Singer Guests On A Sound Of Thunder's New Album
A Sound Of Thunder have recruited former Iron Maiden vocalist Blaze Bayley to make a special guest appearance on their new studio album. They sent over these details:

A Sound Of Thunder have begun work on their third full-length album entitled Time's Arrow. The band has entered Assembly Line Studios with producer Kevin "131" Gutierrez (Shinedown, While Heaven Wept, Raven). With the same band line-up, producer and studio that created 2012's acclaimed Out of the Darkness (Nightmare Records), Time's Arrow features 11 new songs combining rousing and catchy traditional metal with crushing modern production. Time's Arrow will release in early 2013 and is the subject of the band's current Kickstarter campaign.

Blaze Bayley (ex-Iron Maiden, Wolfsbane) makes an appearance on the album, performing a duet with vocalist Nina Osegueda on the track "My Disease". "Blaze is a legendary figure in the history of metal, but more importantly he brings incredible power, passion and sincerity to his performances, and that's exactly what we needed on this song. Musically it has little in common with Maiden, and sounds more like a cross between Black Sabbath and Blaze's first few solo albums...and of course A Sound of Thunder,"said guitarist Josh Schwartz. more on this story



On Broken Wings Plan Fall Album Release
On Broken Wings is set to finish recording the tentatively titled Summer Solstice this fall at Darkside Audio, but fans can get a taste of what's to come right now. We were sent these details:

Darkside Audio is the recording studio owned and operated by guitarist Mike McMillen. The new album will be the proper follow-up to 2005's It's All A Long Goodbye, as 2007's Going Down was a re-release of the band's 2001 debut Number One Beautiful with four new songs.

A recurring theme for each of the former releases, including 2003's Some of Us May Never See The World, was the addition of "I Do My Crosswords In Pen" on each release. When asked whether or not the track would appear this time around, Mike McMillen laughed and commented, "No, that song is done!"

However the tracks featured on the Summer Solstice Single, "Crowns Meant For Kings" and "Ego Ideal," will be on the forthcoming release and offers a glimpse into the band's current sound, which is the vintage On Broken Wings. The tracks may currently be heard on Facebook



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Another Lost Year Singled Out Week: Angels
Another Lost Year release their new album "Better Days" this week and to celebrate we asked lead singer "Clinton Cunanan" to tell us about some of the tracks. Today he tells us about "Angels". Here is the story:

Angels is a song that came from being on the road all the time. Night after night we sell ourselves to people. Being in a band, is hard enough for people around you, being in a touring band is even harder for those people. Angels was just a way to say to those people that at the end of it all we're still the same, and we're not forgetting the sacrifice that these people have made for us to get to where we are at.

I wasn't setting out to write a song that I thought was going to be a "love" song, I was just trying to convey the coin is always 2 sided. I know that my friends and family are struggling through this with me. Basically at the end of it all without the sacrifice, there is nothing to gain. I had been in a hotel room for 3 weeks last year and I was pretty alone, the walls that were surrounding me we're very confining to me. And I started thinking about all the things that people have had to sacrifice to get to where they are at, and all the time they had to spend away. That's where the line "All the walls you've built fall down" came from.

Basically Angels is an apology, but at the same time, nothing should stand between you and whatever it is that you dream. The closing line, "I'll be there, til the angles take your place", has caused a lot of people to really latch on, because it conveys, no matter what I'm not leaving and I will be here until I'm dead. I hope people take some hope and understand that every dream is worth fighting for, and always worth having someone to share those dreams with.

Hearing is believing. Now that you know the story behind the song, listen for yourself and learn more about the album right here!



3 Inches Of Blood Premiere New Video
3 Inches Of Blood have premiered their new music video for their song "Leather Lord," which comes from their most recent album, Long Live Heavy Metal.

"We are very proud to give you our latest music video. The 'Leather Lord' video is done in a way we've never attempted before but we are pleased with how it has turned out," says singer Cam Pipes. Watch the video here.

In October, the band will return to Europe for a tour supporting the legendary Overkill. more on this story



Original Lineup Of Further Seems Forever Release New Video
Further Seems Forever debuted the video for the single "So Cold," which is the first song the group has released with the original lineup in over a decade.

Further Seems Forever announced in 2010 when it was announced that the original lineup featuring Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional would be back. After several live performances including appearances at Bamboozle and Groezrock, the band signed with powerhouse independent label Rise Records and will be releasing the new album Penny Black on Oct. 23rd.

Further Seems Forever will be playing a string of shows in October and November. more on this story



Def Leppard Rock Of Ages Tour Footage Goes Online
(hennemusic) Def Leppard brought their Rock Of Ages tour to Monterrey, Mexico for two shows this past week.

Joining the UK rockers on the trek are Poison and Lita Ford. The summer-long tour wraps up September 15 in Santa Barbara, CA.

Leppard are sharing a video of "Love Bites" from the shows, and fan-shot footage of several other tracks has surfaced, as well.

2012 PROVES BANNER YEAR FOR AMERICAN ROCK BAND HEART WITH NEW STUDIO ALBUM & HARDCOVER MEMOIR:

"Kicking and Dreaming: A Story of Heart, Soul and Rock and Roll," The Revelatory Memoir by Ann & Nancy Wilson On Sale Tuesday, September 18

With Heart's Fanatic, a new studio album, and Kicking and Dreaming, an insiders' memoir, arriving this fall, 2012 is shaping up as a banner year for the iconic American band who--beginning with hits like "Crazy on You," "Magic Man," and "Barracuda" in the mid-1970s running through 2010's Red Velvet Car--have created an enduring catalog of bona fide stadium rock classics and power ballads while establishing a lasting template for women in rock.

Fanatic, Heart's 14th studio album, arrives Tuesday, October 2. The group's second full-length studio album for Legacy, Fanatic premieres 10 new essential performances from sisters Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson on songs including "Fanatic," "Dear Old America," "Walkin' Good" (featuring Sarah McLachlan), "Skin and Bones," "Million Miles," "Pennsylvania," "Mashallah," "Rock Deep (Vancouver)," "59 Crunch," "Corduroy Road."
The first album of new music from Ann and Nancy Wilson since 2010's Red Velvet Car had its Top 10 debut in 2010, Fanatic was recorded in hotel rooms and studios up and down the West Coast, with Grammy-winning producer Ben Mink back at the helm with the Wilson sisters drawing from their own lives and personal experiences as inspiration for their music. "Dear Old America" comes from memories of a military household and is written from the point of view of their father, a Marine Corps officer, returning from war ("When I get home, I'm going to own this town/Shine this medal/Wear that crown…."); "Rock Deep (Vancouver)" harkens back to the city where Dreamboat Annie was written; and "Walkin' Good" (a duet with Vancouver resident Sarah McLachlan) captures the joy of finding new life in a new love.
The title song is a celebration of the Wilson's life spirit: Ann and Nancy are fanatics about love, art, truth, and the belief that they can do anything together they set their minds to. Fans looking for a first taste of Fanatic can check out the title track on YouTube.
"What a crazy year we are having," said Ann Wilson. "Our box set, Strange Euphoria, and our book, Kicking and Dreaming, each tell the story of our lives so far, personally and musically. Our new album, Fanatic, tells our story as it is now and brings it all up-to-the-minute. What a thrill to have worked with both Charles Cross and Ben Mink respectively on these, and of course to touch the musical magic Nancy and I have always shared together. Anybody want to RAWK??"
Released in 2010, Fanatic's predecessor, Red Velvet Car (the first new studio album in six years from the groundbreaking Seattle-based band) entered the Billboard 200 best-selling album charts at #10, becoming the seventh Top 10 album of Heart's career. Heart's critically-acclaimed first album for Legacy Recordings marked the return of Heart to the Sony Music Entertainment family, reaching #1 in sales on Amazon.com on Sunday, September 5.
On June 5, Epic Records/Legacy Recordings released Strange Euphoria, the first definitive career-spanning, multi-label boxed set retrospective chronicling the seminal American rock band Heart, personally curated by Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson. A carefully-considered anthology of biggest hits and best-loved songs set alongside deep catalog treasures, rarities, demos and live performances, Strange Euphoria includes three compact discs and one DVD in a deluxe box.

Ann Wilson and her younger sister, Nancy Wilson, first showed the world that women can rock when their band Heart stormed the charts in the '70s with hits like "Crazy on You," "Magic Man," "Barracuda," "Straight On," "Even It Up," "Kick It Out" and many more. Not only did the Wilson sisters lead the band, they wrote the songs and played the instruments, making them the first women in rock to do so. Heart continued topping the charts through the '80s and into the '90s with huge hits like "These Dreams," "Alone," "Never," and a string of other hits that showcased the sisters' enormous talents as both musicians and singers. Along the way, Heart sold more than 35 million records, had 21 top 40 hits, sold out arenas worldwide, and profoundly influenced the sound and direction of American rock music while inspiring women (and guys too!) around the world to rock out in bands of their own.
Heart were 2008 recipients of VH1 Rock Honors, received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Northwest Grammy Foundation, and received ASCAP's award for Excellence in Songwriting in 2009.
What's made Heart endure across four decades and 14 studio albums, from Dreamboat Annie (1976) through 2012's Strange Euphoria and Fanatic is simply the quality of the music and the Wilsons' deep connection to the emotions, psyches and experiences of their fans. Heart will be touring throughout the summer and fall (June 29-November 17). Alejandro Escovedo and Shawn Colvin will be supporting in October and November respectively. This fall , Ann and Nancy Wilson will be awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (followed by a live concert webcast).



Tuesday, September 18 marks the publication of the HarperCollins hardcover edition of Kicking and Dreaming: A Story of Heart, Soul and Rock and Roll, the avidly-awaited insider's memoir penned by Ann & Nancy Wilson with noted Seattle-based author Charles R. Cross ("Room Full of Mirrors - A Biography of Jimi Hendrix"; "Heavier Than Heaven" - a biography of Kurt Cobain).
Since finding their love of music and performing as teenagers in Seattle, Washington, Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson have been an influential part of the rock music landscape. From 70s classics like "Magic Man" and "Barracuda" to chart- topping 80s ballads like "Alone" up to 2012's Fanatic, Heart continues as an ongoing force in pop culture, inspiring women and men alike with the power and beauty of their music.
Despite their massive success, Ann and Nancy have always faced a different kind of scrutiny than their male counterparts in hard-rock and metal band, and had to face questions that no male rock star ever would be asked. Kicking and Dreaming allows Ann and Nancy to communicate as directly with the reader as their songs do with fans. A first-hand chronicle of tumultuous inter-band relationships, thirty years of roller-coaster fame and continual reinvention, and, of course, the kind of excess that can comes from the surreal, and hyper-real demands of life on the road, Kicking and Dreaming is an intimate, honest, and a uniquely female take on rock and roll life.

UNIVERSAL PUBLISHING SIGNS STEVE PERRY DEAL:

From: www.musicweek.com/news/read/universal-publishing-signs-steve-perry-deal/051674
by Tim Ingham

Don't Stop Believin' hitmaker Steve Perry has signed an exclusive publishing administration agreement with Universal Music Publishing Group for the world outside of the US and Canada. The deal includes all songs written or co-written by Perry throughout his career, including as lead singer of Journey and his solo work.
“One of the greatest voices in the history of rock also wrote or co-wrote some of rocks greatest songs. We couldn't be prouder that he has chosen to bring those songs to UMPG. We look forward to working with him on both his iconic catalog and his new songs,” said Zach Horowitz, Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Publishing Group.
Steve Perry said, “I so look forward to being a part of the Universal Music Publishing Group. I know they really get what songs are about and they still believe in the magic of music."
As the lead singer of Journey and in his solo career, Perry is responsible for writing or co-writing tracks such as Oh Sherrie, Any Way You Want It, Foolish Heart, Separate Ways (Worlds Apart), Open Arms, Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin,' Who's Crying Now. His songs have been featured on television shows such as Glee and American Idol, and in Broadway plays like Rock of Ages and films like Monster, Money Ball. Artists who have recorded cover versions of his songs include Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Barry Manilow, Martina McBride, and Rise Against.
In the UK, the Glee cast version of Don't Stop Believin' went to No.2 on the Official Singles chart. Infinity, Perry's first album with Journey, has sold more than 3 million copies while 1981's Escape has sold more than 12.4 million worldwide. The band's Greatest Hits album, with most songs written or co-written by Steve Perry, has sold over 25 million albums worldwide. Journey's catalog has now sold over 60 million albums.

So what does this mean folks? Well, basically Steve Perry's publishing contract was up for renewal and this is his new deal. It is a promising step towards new music, especially given that UMPG CEO Zack Horowitz used the term "his new songs" in his statement. But even unreleased songs need copyright/publishing protection, so this is no immediate indication of new material imminent. Van Halen did the same thing a little while back, renewing with Warner Music and it was still 18 months until a new album surfaced. So good news, but a new Steve Perry album is still some time off I think.

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Led Zeppelin Reunion Coming to DVD?
(hennemusic) Five years after Led Zeppelin reunited for the Ahmet Ertegun tribute concert in London, there's a new rumor that the concert is set to be released this fall.
Belgian classic rock radio station RTBF reports that Zeppelin's December 2007 show at London's O2 Arena will be released on DVD and CD in November.

The posting – which has since been removed from the site – cites Warner Music sources as saying that a double DVD set, accompanied by two CDs, will be made available.

The reunion marked the first full-length by the band concert since the death of drummer John Bonham in 1980, with his son, Jason, featured behind the kit. more on this story



Hackers Target Evanescence Frontwoman
(Classic Rock) Hackers' group Anonymous have declared online war on Evanescence in reaction to allegations made about frontwoman Amy Lee in a House of Commons Early Day Motion.

Lee and her manager Andrew Lurie were accused of bullying a fan in order to cover up sex abuse and drug use.

The motion, tabled by John Hemming MP, suggests they engaged in threatening action against fan Sam Smith, who'd uncovered evidence of illegal activity on Evanescence's EvThread website. more on this story



Aerosmith's Joe Perry To Appear On Sons Of Guns
(hennemusic) Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry is sharing news that he will appear on an upcoming episode of "Sons Of Guns".

Perry tweeted about the Discover Channel program while directing fans to check out the trailer for his episode.

Huliq reports that Perry's appearance on the September 19 episode will see the guitarist drop a restoration and repair project on the team – an antique black-powder Lyle cannon. more on this story



Family To Play First Concert In 40 Years
(Classic Rock) Family will gather for a one-night-only reunion on February 2 next year. Roger Chapman, Poli Palmer, Rob Townsend and Jim Cregan will deliver their first concert in 40 years at London's O2 Shepherds Bush Empire.

Frontman Chapman says: "This is something that I've considered, and been constantly asked about, over the years. It's always been a question of timing.

"2013 marks the 40th year since we did our last show. We ain't getting any younger." more on this story



Slipknot React To Doctor Being Charged For Paul Gray's Death
(Classic Rock) Slipknot have commented on the arrest of Dr. Daniel Baldi, who has been charged with the manslaughter of bassist Paul Gray and seven others.

The band say in a statement: "As the loss of our brother is still very fresh for us, this new development has us all in a state of anger and sadness. We can only hope that justice will be served so this can never happen to anyone else ever again.

"Our thoughts go out to the families of the other victims. We plan to cooperate as much as we possibly can to ensure this tragedy is never repeated." More rock news.



Green Day Frontman's Hospitalization Explained
(Classic Rock) Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong's recent hospital dash was due to severe dehydration, bassist Mike Dirnt reports.

"It was like severe dehydration, influenza, and it was just a really, really bad situation," he says. "If you're in your hotel room and you're vomiting profusely, it's not fun. So what are you gonna do? It's hard to sing while you're puking."

Armstrong's illness forced the cancellation of a show in Italy. Dirnt says: "We're going to make our way back to Bologna and play that show ASAP. We don't miss many shows; we've maybe missed five out of our entire career, and we pride ourselves on that, but we're human." [MTV] More rock news.



Rush Win Album Of The Year At Progressive Music Awards
(hennemusic) Rush's "Clockwork Angels" was named Album Of The Year at the inaugural Progressive Music Awards in London Wednesday night.

The event, created by Prog Magazine, honors the work of progressive music artists. "These awards have been a long time coming," says Prog Editor Jerry Ewing.

"But certainly when one considers the enormous amount of success that progressive artists have garnered over the past four decades, and perhaps more importantly the enjoyment they have given millions of fans over the years, it's only right we give something back to the musicians themselves And given the buoyancy of the genre in recent years, we felt that the time was certainly right." more on this story



Writer of Deep Purple's Hush Dies
(Classic Rock) Joe South, who wrote Deep Purple track Hush and played on Bob Dylan's Blonde on Blonde album, has died at the age of 72.

South penned a number of well-known tracks in the 1960s including Down in the Boondocks and I Never Promised You a Rose Garden. He won a Grammy for his own performance of Games People Play. He suffered from addiction issues in the 1970s, stemming from the suicide of his brother, then attended rehab in the mid-80s.

As a session musician he worked with Dylan, Aretha Franklin and Simon and Garfunkel, among others. South, real name Joseph Souter, passed away from natural causes related to a recent heart attack. More rock news.



Monday Night Football With The Rolling Stones
ESPN will be celebrating The Rolling Stones 50th Anniversary during this year's season of Monday night football on their pregame show. UMe sent over these details:

"Legend to Legend" will be a unique collaboration with the Universal Music Group that will combine Monday Night Football highlights with classic tracks from thelegendary band featuring Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood.

ESPN is licensing 16 Rolling Stones tracks, spanning the early 1970's release of Exile on Main St. through the mid 2000's A Bigger Bang. The songs will be a mix of popular hits and deep cuts, including "It's Only Rock'n Roll", "Hot Stuff" and "One Hit (To the Body)". Four different songs will be selected per month and will be used for four weeks at a time on ESPN's Monday Night Countdown Pregame show (6:30 p.m. ET), on bumpers and teases within the Monday Night Football game (8:30 p.m.), and in a post-MNF game highlight segment onSportsCenter, ESPN's flagship highlights, news and information show. more on this story



Killswitch Engage To Play Alive or Just Breathing In Full At Metalfest
Killswitch Engage will be celebrating the 10th anniversary of, Alive or Just Breathing, by performing the album in full for the first time during their headlining set at California Metalfest.

The sixth annual California Metalfest will be held at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, The CA on Saturday, November 24th.

The line-up also features Asking Alexandria, As I Lay Dying, Black Veil Brides, Pierce The Veil, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Chiodos w/Craig Owens, For Today, Suicide Silence, Memphis May Fire, Blessthefall, Unearth, Bleeding Through, The Faceless, Born Of Osiris, Winds Of Plague, Shadows Fall, Veil of Maya, Acacia Strain, Attila, Sleeping Giant, Upon A Burning Body among a slew of others. The complete line-up can be located here.



Lynyrd Skynyrd In The Studio For Street Survivors 35th Anniversary
(hennemusic) Lynyrd Skynyrd's 1977 album, "Street Survivors," is legendary amongst music fans for many reasons, most notably its collection of songs and the aftermath that followed its release.

The band's fifth studio album was issued on October 17, 1977. Three days later, on October 20, Skynyrd's chartered airplane crashed en route to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, killing the pilot, co-pilot, the group's assistant road-manager and three band members – frontman Ronnie Van Zant, guitarist Steve Gaines and backup singer Cassie Gaines. Beyond the tragedy, the incident severely injuring most who survived the crash.

The album is the last Skynyrd project recorded by original members Ronnie Van Zant and Allen Collins, and is the sole Skynyrd studio recording with Steve Gaines. Now, In The Studio marks the upcoming 35th anniversary of "Street Survivors" as Skynyrd co-founder Gary Rossington sits down with host Redbeard to discuss its impact, its legacy, and how he's able to cope with the loss of his friends and bandmates some 35 years later. more on this story



Peter Criss Previews Makeup To Breakup: My Life In And Out Of Kiss
(hennemusic) Original KISS drummer Peter Criss will release his autobiography, "Makeup To Breakup: My Life In And Out Of Kiss" on October 23 and he is offering up a an excerpt from the first chapter.

The memoir is billed as being "from sex, drugs, and rock 'n roll to multiple brushes with death, 'Makeup to Breakup' will be Peter Criss' unvarnished and eye-opening life story."

"I am so blessed that I am finally going to write my autobiography, and I hope you enjoy the ride," said Criss. "The best of all is I get to share my true feelings of my love for God, family, friends and fame. It's been a wonderful life." more on this story



The Who's Pete Townshend to Receive Les Paul Award
(Gibson) The Who's Pete Townshend is set to pick up the Les Paul Award at the 28th annual Technical Excellence & Creativity (TEC) Awards on Jan. 25 in Anaheim, Calif.

The award, named after the innovative Les Paul, recognizes people or institutions that have made a significant impact on the world of audio production and technology, according to a release.

Townshend is in good company, as past honorees include Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Sting, Brian Wilson and Neil Young. "Following in Les' footsteps, Pete Townshend personifies both guitar wizardry and technical prowess in both studio and live music performance," Les Paul Foundation executive Michael Braunstein said in an official statement. "He is a true original and a natural choice for the Les Paul Award honor."

The TEC Awards honor "outstanding achievement in audio technology and production." The event, sponsored by the Les Paul Foundation, will take place at the Anaheim Hilton on the second day of the NAMM music-equipment trade show. more on this story





Behold The Arctopus Returning With New Album
Behold The Arctopus have returned with a new lineup to release their sophomore album, Horrorscension, on October 23rd release. Black Market Activities sent out these details:

In the five years since their last album, Skullgrid, much has transpired in the Behold The Arctopus camp. 12-string Warr guitarist Colin Marston expanded his musical outlets, founding avant-black metal band Krallice and joining progressive death metal legends Gorguts. In addition to his playing, Marston increased his output as a recording engineer, helping create albums for such artists as Kayo Dot, Orthrelm, Jarboe, and Altar of Plagues. Original drummer Charlie Zeleny departed, to be replaced by the prolific Weasel Walter, renowned for his long-running band The Flying Luttenbachers and his widespread collaborations in the free jazz, noise, and metal genres.

Horrorscension is the inaugural release of the new Behold The Arctopus lineup -- Marston, Walter, and unholy shredder Mike Lerner on guitar. (In the spirit of defining Horrorscension as the beginning of a new era for the band, the ellipsis ["..."] is being removed from the band name.) more on this story



Corrosion Of Conformity's Eye For An Eye Being Reissued
Candlelight Records have set an November 6th North American release date for the special reissue of Corrosion Of Conformity's Eye For An Eye. They sent out these details:

This special reissue has been remastered/packaged and includes the EP Six Songs With Mike Singing. Both titles have been out of print for years. It follows the successful release of the band's self-titled album earlier this year.

A deluxe digibook edition of the album, limited to 1000 for North America, will be available at limited retailers and via Candlelight's official webstore. The digibook version includes extended liner notes and a rare pictorial gallery. more on this story



ELO's Jeff Lynne Appearing at Special Grammy Museum Event
Electric Light Orchestra mastermind Jeff Lynne is set to make a special appearance at The Grammy Museum on Wednesday, September 12th. MSO sent over these details:

The appearance comes in advance of the October 9 release of two albums on Frontiers Records: the solo disc Long Wave, a tribute to some of the very songs that originally inspired him, and Mr. Blue Sky–The Very Best OF Electric Light Orchestra.

The evening's program will consist of a screening of "Reel to Reel: Mr. Blue Sky: The Story of Jeff Lynne and ELO" and a discussion about the film, moderated by Vice President of the GRAMMY Foundation and MusiCares, Scott Goldman. more on this story



Glenn Hughes Had Second Thoughts About Deep Purple Tribute
(Classic Rock) Glenn Hughes had second thoughts about whether to contribute to Deep Purple tribute album Re-Machined. But in the end he appears on two tracks of the disc dedicated to celebrating the 40th anniversary of the band's groundbreaking Machine Head album.

Re-Machined is released later this month but is available now as part of a Classic Rock Fan Pack. The former member, who's currently fronting Black Country Communion – although possibly not for much longer – recorded a version of Maybe I'm A Leo with Chad Smith and Luis Maldonado.

Then when keyboardist Jon Lord died suddenly, he went back into the studio to lay down a cover of Highway Star, even though Smith's band Chickenfoot had already delivered their own version. His take on the track is included as an exclusive bonus in the Fan Pack edition. Read about his second thoughts here.



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W.A.S.P.'s Lawless Regrets Motorhead Fight
(Classic Rock) Blackie Lawless wishes he could go back in time and prevent the fight that led to Motorhead quitting a US tour with W.A.S.P. in 1997.

And he's revealed that he and Lemmy Kilmister discovered months after their fall-out that it had been caused by backroom boys telling them different stories about how the proposed double-header bill would be operated.

Despite the promise of equal billing, Motorhead found themselves opening the show each night. After coming offstage to find their belongings thrown out of a dressing room shared with WASP, Lemmy's band walked out. more on this story



Muse Release Madness Video
Muse have released a new music video for the song "Madness," the second single from the band's sixth studio album, 2nd Law, now set for release on October 2.

"I wrote that song having a fight with my girlfriend," Muse frontman Matt Bellamy told KROQ's Stryker during a recent interview.

"Nothing particularly over the top, but just having one of those moments where she leaves you for the day to think about it. I rarely write songs that catharticly. All I had was a drum machine and a synthesizer, so I just put this very minimal thing together." Watch it here.



Metallica Share Live Sad But True Footage
(hennemusic) Metallica wrapped up their summer 2012 touring in Vancouver, with three concerts being filmed in 3D as part of the group's upcoming 3D movie.

As they did in Edmonton, the band brought along its extensive, career-spanning stage from the 8-show run in Mexico City, which featured a variety of props and effects used over the past 30 years.

Metallica are sharing footage from the first Vancouver date, on August 24, including video of the tuning room and the 1991 "Black" album classic track, "Sad But True" from the concert.

NIGHT RANGER TO RELEASE LIVE CD/DVD PACKAGE: "24 STRINGS & A DRUMMER – LIVE & ACOUSTIC":

As a celebration of the 30th anniversary of their debut album, Dawn Patrol, and hot on the heels of their 10th studio album, Somewhere In California, Night Ranger will release a very special newly-recorded live “greatest hits” CD/DVD package: 24 Strings & A Drummer – Live & Acoustic is due out on October 19 in Europe and October 22 in North America via Frontiers Records.
The album and DVD were recorded live in an intimate, all-acoustic setting with a select number of fans at TRI Studios in San Rafael, CA in May, 2012 and features some of their greatest hits such as “(You Can Still) Rock In America” and “Sister Christian” with refreshing new acoustic arrangements. The result is a testament to Night Ranger's stellar live show and the strength of their songwriting abilities.

Night Ranger's profile has been particularly high of late, with the band recently appearing on an episode of ABC's “Bachelor Pad” during the final challenge and Night Ranger frontman Jack Blades performing live during the Republican National Convention. Night Ranger's legendary hits "Sister Christian," "(You Can Still) Rock in America," and "Don't Tell Me You Love Me" are songs that have each significantly impacted popular culture and expanded their ever-growing fanbase since the band's inception thirty years ago. Over the years, the band's music has made notable contributions to and been featured in many different areas of media and popular culture. Night Ranger's songs can be heard in the Rock Band and Guitar Hero video games; Rock of Ages hit Broadway musical and film; the Oscar-nominated film Boogie Nights; FOX's hit TV Show American Dad; JBL's “Hear The Truth” campaign; and many more! To date, Night Ranger has sold 17 million units worldwide and boasts several platinum- and gold-certified albums.
Night Ranger is Jack Blades (bass guitar, vocals), Kelly Keagy (drums, vocals), Brad Gillis (lead & rhythm guitars), Joel Hoekstra (lead & rhythm guitars) and Eric Levy (keyboards).

24 Strings & A Drummer – Live & Acoustic CD track listing: 1. This Boy Needs To Rock 2. When You Close Your Eyes 3. Sing Me Away 4. Growin' Up In California 5. The Secret Of My Success 6. Sentimental Street 7. Four In The Morning 8. Let Him Run/Goodbye 9. Forever All Over Again 10. Don't Tell Me You Love Me 11. Sister Christian 12. (You Can Still) Rock In America 13. Boys Of Summer – bonus track.
24 Strings & A Drummer – Live & Acoustic DVD track listing: 1. This Boy Needs To Rock 2. When You Close Your Eyes 3. Sing Me Away 4. Growin' Up In California 5. The Secret Of My Success 6. Sentimental Street 7. Four In The Morning 8. Let Him Run/Goodbye 9. Forever All Over Again 10. Don't Tell Me You Love Me 11. Sister Christian 12. (You Can Still) Rock In America.
Bonus features: Night Ranger All Access/Growin' Up In California video/Making of the album Somewhere In California. DVD Stereo Mix 2.0/5.1 – Screen 16:9. Total DVD length approximately 100 minutes.
For more information please visit: www.nightranger.com / www.frontiers.it.

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Doctor Charged For Death of Slipknot's Paul Gray
An Iowa doctor has been charged with eight counts of involuntary manslaughter for the deaths of patients including Slipknot bass player Paul Gray.
Daniel Baldi is accused of over-prescribing narcotic painkillers to patients who went on to die of overdoses, according to The Des Moines Register.

The paper reports that the charging documents claim Baldi "did unintentionally cause the death of Paul Gray by the commission of an act likely to cause death or serious injury, to-wit, continually wrote high-dose prescription narcotics to a known drug addict from 12/27/2005 until his death."

The doctor could face up to 16 years in prison if he is convicted of all charges. Gray died of an overdose in an Urbandale, Iowa hotel room back in May of 2010. You read more about the charges here.



Eddie Van Halen Almost Died?
A reported unnamed "insider" has told a tabloid that Eddie Van Halen was on the "brink of death" last week when he was rushed to the hospital.

Van Halen received emergency surgery for Diverticulitis, an inflammation and infection of the intestines, and the "insider" tells the National Enquirer that Van Halen intestines "exploded" causing doctors to battle to save his life, according to Radar Online.

The reported insider claims that Van Halen's problems came after he swallowed a fad diet concoction and he suffered excruciating pain leading to him being rushed to the hospital reportedly "clinging to life".

The identity and relation to Eddie Van Halen of the reported "insider" was not disclosed in the Radar Online report, but the issue of National Inquirer with the tabloid's report hit newsstands today. You can read the Radar Online story here.



KISS and Motley Crue Postpone Show After Tour Truck Flips
(hennemusic) KISS and Motley Crue postponed Wednesday night's concert in Detroit following an accident involving one of the entourage's tour trucks.

Crue bassist Nikki Sixx posted the news and photos of the truck on Twitter Wednesday afternoon, saying "Tonight's KISS & Motley Crue show at the DTE Energy Music Theatre in Detroit is postponed until tomorrow night Thurs Sept 6!"

The photos show a tractor trailer laying on its side in a field, with road cases strewn around the wreckage. "Thank god our driver is ok," wrote Sixx. Read more and see the photos here.



White Zombie Member Arrested For Rehab Fraud? Police Unsure
(Classic Rock) Police in California have arrested a man claiming to be White Zombie drummer Phil Buerstatte over multiple fraud offences but can't work out if he's telling the truth about his identity.

The 46-year-old has been identified as Loren Breckenridge, but investigating officers are yet to ascertain whether he's also Buerstatte using a pseudonym, or whether the Buerstatte title is actually a stage name.

Breckenridge is alleged to have tried to pay for a four-week stay in a rehab centre with a false $75,000 cheque. The alarm was raised after he left treatment a fortnight into his stay. more on this story



Bob Dylan's New Album Streaming Online
(Gibson) Bob Dylan's new album, Tempest, comes out Tuesday (Sept. 11) in the U.S., but fans who can't wait that long can listen to it right now.

All ten tracks on the disc are currently available for streaming at iTunes, free of charge here

The release of Tempest, Dylan's 35th studio album, coincides with the legendary songwriter's 50th year as a recording artist. Produced by Dylan himself, the album includes a tribute to John Lennon ("Roll On John") and a 14-minute epic (the title track) inspired by the story of the Titanic. more on this story





Lamb Of God, In Flames, Hatebreed, Hellyeah Tour
Now that Lamb Of God frontman Randy Blythe is back in the U.S. following his arrest in the Czech Republic, the band is ready to hit the road again. Their camp sent over these details:

Lamb Of God will launch a 38-date fall U.S tour on October 30th in Phoenix, Arizona. Joining Lamb Of God As direct support for the entire tour is In Flames. Hatebreed will be joining the package from October 30th until November 19th at which point Hellyeah will replace them for the remainder of the shows. Sylosis will open all dates.

Due to Randy Blythe's continuing legal situation, the band will not be able to perform in Canada on this tour but look forward to doing an entire Canadian run in the near future. more on this story



Pre-Beatles Ringo Starr Recordings Found and Set For Release
(Gibson) Early recordings made by Ringo Starr with his first band, Rory Storm and The Hurricanes, have been unearthed after 50 years, the BBC has reported.

The tapes, which were made in March 1960, were found in the cellar of Storm's sister's home. Starr became a member of The Hurricanes in 1959, three years before Beatles manager Brian Epstein convinced him to join The Beatles.

Led by a charismatic frontman—Storm, born Alan Caldwell, is said to have influenced Rod Stewart's performing style--The Hurricanes were among England's most popular bands during the early Merseybeat era. Included among the unearthed tapes are tracks recorded at the Jive Hive club north of Liverpool, and recordings made at Storm's house, where groups--including The Beatles—often gathered for night sessions. The recordings will be released as Rory Storm and The Hurricanes' first and only album later this month. more on this story





Why Poison Picked C.C. Over Slash
One of the strangest "what if" stories in hard rock involves legendary former Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash auditioning to join Poison.

Slash was between bands at the time he auditioned for the group, who ultimately gave the job to C.C. DeVille and now Poison frontman Bret Michaels discussed what happened in a new interview.

"Slash is one of my all-time favorite guitar players and I believe he would have steered our sound a little more in the Aerosmith direction. He was basically the same guy he is today. What you see is what you get. It never really had a chance to work out or not. The band decided C.C. (DeVille) was the best choice for us" Michaels tells Austin360.com.

Slash apparently agreed that C.C. was better fit as he discussed in this interview.



Bullet For My Valentine, Cancer Bats Supergroup AxeWound Set Debut
The End Records have set an October 2nd release date for metal supergroup AxeWound's debut album Vultures.

AxeWound was founded by Matt Tuck from Bullet For My Valentine and singer Liam Cormier of Cancer Bats and features drummer Jason Bowld (Pitchshifter), guitarist Mike Kingswood (Glamour Of The Kill) and ex-Rise To Remain bassist Joe Copcutt.

The roots of AxeWound go back to 2010, when Jason Bowld filled in for Bullet For My Valentine drummer Michael 'Moose' Thomas on a brace of shows. He and Tuck kept in touch and last year began discussing working together on a project separate from the hugely successful Welsh metallers. They eventually got together in December 2011 to write the songs that make up AxeWound's debut album, Vultures. more on this story



Riot Deny Trying To Cash In Following Mark Reale's Death
(Classic Rock) The surviving members of Riot have spoken out against claims they're trying to cash in on the death of guitarist Mark Reale, who passed away earlier this year after a lifelong battle with Crohn's disease.

His illness had made it nearly impossible for him to take part in recording sessions for the band's latest album, and forced him to miss their last planned shows together.

He was Riot's only remaining original member – a situation that's generated negative comments from some quarters as the band try to continue working together. In a Facebook post the band say: "We are not cashing in on the name. Riot has never really made lots of money – not even Mark. He lived with his parents until the day he passed. And we all have day jobs." Read the rest of the statement here.



The Sword Plan Fall Tour
The Sword will be hitting the road in October for a fall headlining tour of the United States, in support of their new album, Apocryphon, which hits stores on October 22nd.

The tour is set to kick off on October 29th in Corpus Christi, Texas and will runn through December 18th.

Gypsyhawk will be support on the entire tour while Eagle Claw will appear through November 24th and American Sharks will appear December 2nd through December 18th. more on this story



Dispatch To Broadcast Radio City Music Hall Concert
Dispatch will be streaming their concert at New York City's Radio City Music Hall live on Friday, October 5th.

The HD worldwide broadcast will take place on The Bowery Presents Live channel on YouTube here The fans will be able to watch the show and participate in a live chat.

The sold out show is part of Dispatch's North American tour in support of their first album in over a decade, Circles Around The Sun, was released on August 21st. more on this story



Night Ranger Unplug For New CD/DVD Release
Frontiers Records have set an October 22nd North America release date for Night Ranger's newly-recorded live "greatest hits" CD/DVD package: 24 Strings & A Drummer - Live & Acoustic.

The album and DVD were recorded live in an intimate, all-acoustic setting with a select number of fans at TRI Studios in San Rafael, CA in May, 2012.

The collection features some of their greatest hits such as "(You Can Still) Rock In America" and "Sister Christian" with refreshing new acoustic arrangements. more on this story



Afghan Whigs To Rock Kimmel and Play First American Tour In 13 Years
The Afghan Whigs will be hitting the road this month to embark on their first full North American tour in thirteen years.

The tour will be starting September 22nd in New York City. Prior to the launch of the tour, the band will perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live on September 19th.

Since their reformation earlier this year, The Afghan Whigs have also released two brand new cover songs for free on their website: "See And Don't See" (originally recorded by Marie "Queenie" Lyons) and "Lovecrimes" (originally recorded by Frank Ocean). more on this story



Ramones, Misfits, Clash, Black Flag Songs Given Lullaby Treatment
Rock N' Roll Baby Lullaby Ensemble will release Punk Rock Baby Lullaby Arrangements on September 11th.

What would happen if you turned the Ramones "Bye Bye Baby into a lullaby? You don't have to wonder, you can find out right here.

The album transforms 16 of the greatest punk rock songs into lullabies including classics from Ramones, Misfits, The Clash, Black Flag, The Stooges, Dead Kennedys, Social Distortion and more. more on this story



Classic Live Muddy Waters and Rolling Stones Recordings Hitting Vinyl
Eagle Rock have set a September 11th vinyl release date for a special edition 2LP/DVD/CD of Muddy Waters And The Rolling Stones Live At The Checkerboard Lounge Chicago 1981, and The Rolling Stones Some Girls: Live In Texas '78 Vinyl Special Edition 2LP/DVD/CD.

Both sets were previously released in DVD/CD formats – Some Girls in November 2011, Checkerboard Lounge in July 2012.

Each set contains an 180g vinyl in a three-panel gatefold sleeve. With audio presented in DTS Dolby 5.1, these sets truly allow fans to fully experience and enjoy these brilliant artists and moments in music. more on this story



Brian Setzer Orchestra Plan Fall Tour and Special Shows
Brian Setzer Orchestra has some special touring plans this fall and winter following the release of Setzer's new album, Rockabilly Riot! Live from the Planet.

Setzer will first play a three-night-stint at the Hollywood Bowl beginning September 14th. For the first time ever, the 18-member Brian Setzer Orchestra will unite with the renowned 78-piece Hollywood Bowl Orchestra for an unprecedented musical event.

On November 17th, the Brian Setzer Orchestra will kick off their Christmas Rocks! Extravaganza tour. more on this story



Paul McCartney To Receive French Legion of Honor
(Gibson) Paul McCartney will receive France's highest cultural distinction this Saturday (Sept. 8), when he's presented with the Legion of Honor medal in a gala ceremony.

The former Beatle will be given the rank of officer, which is the Legion's middle grade. As reported by The Guardian, French President Francois Hollande will present the medal to McCartney, who will become the first British musician to be awarded the distinction.

Previous recipients include Ravi Shankar, Clint Eastwood, J.K. Rowling and Liza Minnelli. In recent years, McCartney has been the recipient of several high-profile honors. more on this story





Talk Normal Album and Tour Coming
Joyful Noise Recordings have set an October 23rd release date for Talk Normal's sophomore album, Sunshine.

Talk Normal have also announced a fall tour with Future Islands in support of the release.

The tour will kick off on November 2nd in Raleigh, NC and will wrap up on November 19th in Cleveland, OH. more on this story



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Singled Out: Sarah Fimm
Today Sarah Fimm tells us about her recently released "Barn Sessions" EP which was recorded in its entirety in a barn with Loudboy (Botanica and Peter Murphy). Here is the story:

"Barn Sessions was a simple way to record and perform new music outside of the box. I felt the need to create the place for the music, instead of going to an already existing place. You have much better control over the environment in many ways (I think of the mouse that appears behind John's head in 'Hiding' and laugh at myself when I say that). Having less variables tends to create a more focused piece, in my experience.

I feel there is a profound lack of interconnectedness in the world today, despite our ability to communicate so easily using new methods. There is an explosion of new technology, but sometimes feel the humanity has become obscured. There are more barriers, more illusions, more mechanisms to hide behind. Music, art and simplicity help to deconstruct these barriers. Simplicity is where I go, when complexity of the practical realities become an encumbrance. We have to go back to the beginning. Music begins in nature. It is all around us constantly in every waking moment.

This is why I wanted to combine the intimacy of a live performance with the natural environment and history of Woodstock. I do not like performing in clubs with urine on the floor. I would rather hear the sound of the crickets making a perfect chorus in the starry Catskill night. My hope is to one day do many Barn Sessions featuring different unique and wonderful musicians. I hope it will inspire artists and musicians around the world will take a piece of that spirit, break out their instruments and tell the world what it really sounds like. That is what my dreams look like, anyway."

Hearing is believing. Listen for yourself and learn more about the EP right here!



David Coverdale Talks Deep Purple on Whitesnake TV
(hennemusic) Whitesnake recently launched their own online TV channel, WSTV with the premiere episode featuring singer David Coverdale in an extended interview with his granddaughter Georgina.

Now, the rockers have posted episode number 2, with footage of Coverdale receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award at the recent Vegas Rocks Magazine Awards.

"I'd like to thank Deep Purple for giving an unknown singer an opportunity," said Coverdale in his acceptance speech, before acknowledging Whitesnake members and his family. Watch it here.



Rush's Geddy Lee Finds Touring Difficult
(hennemusic) Rush kick off their "Clockwork Angels" world tour this Friday in Manchester, NH. The North American leg runs to December 2 when it wraps in Houston, following which the band takes a break before heading to Europe to begin a series of dates in May.

As the Canadian rockers prepare for the tour's launch, bassist Geddy Lee spoke with Grammy.comabout life on the road. "I find it more stressful than when I was younger. I think the physical part of it takes its toll on me, and the other guys I know for sure," says Geddy.

"Staying healthy becomes a more difficult challenge, and as the tour winds on, nerves fray in a different way than they used to. Although, you have more confidence than when you were younger, and more command of your instrument [and], as a result, more command of your audience's attention, which makes it easier. There is kind of a physical price you pay as the tour winds on, whereas when I was younger I could be in almost any condition, get out there and bang it off. I'm grateful for the audiences that we have, wherever we go. But it's a difficult thing for me to do right now." more on this story



Heart To Be Featured On CBS Sunday Morning
(hennemusic) 70s rock band Heart will be featured on an upcoming edition of CBS Sunday Morning.

Set to air September 16, CBS' Tracy Smith takes Ann and Nancy Wilson all the way back to their beginnings in Vancouver, and visits their old family home in Seattle with them.

The show also captured Heart in concert in Vancouver and filmed in-depth interviews at Ann's house that bring to life Ann and Nancy's new book - "Kicking & Dreaming" - and meaning and context to their new album, "Fanatic," which is due October 2.

LOVERBOY WOWS FANS, CRITICS ON TOUR WITH JOURNEY, PAT BENATAR + NEIL GIRALDO:

Legendary Canadian rockers celebrate new album release, Rock 'n' Roll Revival, with blockbuster tour through end of year
Los Angeles, Sept. 4, 2012—Loverboy are not just "Working for the Weekend" these days. They're performing overtime, wowing fans and critics alike, while on their current North American tour with Journey and Pat Benatar + Neil Giraldo through December.
The band recently released a new studio album, Rock 'n' Roll Revival, on Frontiers Records, featuring three new tracks, "Heartbreaker" and "No Tomorrow," produced with their original engineer, Bob Rock (Metallica, Aerosmith, Bon Jovi) at Bryan Adams' famed Warehouse Studios in Vancouver, as well as "Rock 'n' Roll Revival, penned by Paul Dean and Mike Reno. The group still features the original line-up of vocalist Mike Reno, guitarist Paul Dean, drummer Matt Frenette and keyboardist Doug Johnson with bassist Ken "Spider" Sinnaeve replacing the late Scott Smith. The album also includes live re-recordings of some of the band's greatest hits like "Working for the Weekend," "Turn Me Loose," "Lovin' Every Minute of It," "The Kid Is Hot Tonight," "Queen of the Broken Hearts" and "Hot Girls in Love."

Reviews for the band's current tour with Journey and Pat Benatar + Neil Giraldo, which began July at San Bernardino's San Manuel Amphitheatre and ends Dec. 4 at Victoria, BC's Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre, have been ecstatic.
The Kansas City Star raved: "Loverboy's set was punctuated by a killer rendition of 'Turn Me Loose' and the crowd-pleasing 'Working for the Weekend.'"
Salt Lake Tribune was effusive in its praise: "[Loverboy] and lead singer Mike Reno haven't lost much after decades of touring. Classics such as 'Turn Me Loose,' 'Hot Girls in Love' and 'The Kid is Hot Tonight' had an appreciative audience on its feet, singing along and showed that Reno can still hit the high notes. But the final song, 'Working for the Weekend,' might have set the tone for the night. The audience had been working all week long and seemed ready to enjoy a night of good old '80s rock 'n' roll."
Kentucky's Scene and Heard noted: "The band was very tight, Paul Dean was excellent on guitar, his chords and solos are the driving force of the band."
The Pioneer Press enthused: "None of these three acts dabbles in camp, but instead plays the old hits as faithfully as possible… Loverboy opened the show with a concise, seven-song set that found room for pretty much every hit…The grandstand already was hopping when they ambled on shortly after 7 p.m., and lead singer Mike Reno seemed to feed off the energy."
Today.com got into the spirit, too, chiming in: "Loverboy is embracing its past while setting its sights on a future that … will bring them more music, fans and fun."
Michigan Live offered: "But if truth be told, the Canadian band that still holds the record for winning the most Juno Awards in one year—six of Canada's equivalent to the Grammy Awards—is still working hard, and OK, loving every minute of it, too."

For its 30-year-plus career, Loverboy has delighted audiences around the world since forming in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. With their trademark red leather pants, bandannas, big rock sound and high-energy live shows, Loverboy has sold more 30 million albums, earning four multi-platinum plaques, including the four-million selling Get Lucky and a trio of double-platinum releases in their self-titled 1980 debut, 1983's Keep It Up and 1985's Lovin' Every Minute of It, not to mention having hit songs featured on multi-platinum soundtracks, like Footloose and Top Gun.
For a full list of tour dates, go to: www.loverboyband.com/tours.html.

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Today's Day in Rock


Rolling Stones Releasing New Songs
(hennemusic) The Rolling Stones have announced the fall release of a new greatest hits collection to mark the band's 50th Anniversary that will include two newly recorded songs.
Due November 12 worldwide (November 13 in North America), "GRRR!" will be available in five different formats, including a three-CD 50-track version and a four-CD super-deluxe version that includes 80 songs.

The collection follows the history of The Stones, from their first single, 1963's cover of Chuck Berry's "Come On", through hits like "The Last Time," "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," "Get Off Of My Cloud," "Jumping Jack Flash," "Honky Tonk Women," and concert staples "Brown Sugar," "Tumbling Dice," "Miss You" and "Start Me Up."

"GRRR!" will also feature two new songs - "Gloom And Doom" and "One Last Shot" – recorded last month in Paris. The tracks mark the first time Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood have all been together in the recording studio since completing 2005's "A Bigger Bang" album. more on this story



Vince Neil Blames Valet Blowup On Stupidity and Incompetence
(hennemusic) Motley Crue singer Vince Neil is offering his side of the story regarding a recent outburst in a Las Vegas parking lot.

Neil was caught on video yelling and screaming at a group of parking valets at the Planet Hollywood in Vegas last month. TMZ reported that Vince flew off the handle when the valets refused to return the keys to his Rolls-Royce.

Now, the Crue frontman has released a statement to Las Vegas' Fox 5 TV program "More Access," saying, "I was not given a valet ticket when I first parked my Rolls-Royce. They then refused to give me the car even though it was parked only ten feet away. I gave them my license and told them to simply open the car and look at my registration, and again they refused. This could have been avoided except for the stupidity and incompetence of the valets and security." more on this story



New Black Country Communion Album May Be Their Last
(hennemusic) As Black Country Communion gear up for the October 30 release of their third album, "Afterglow," bassist Glenn Hughes dropped a bombshell about the group's future during an interview last week with ABC News Radio.

"This may be the [band's] last album," said Hughes. "I hate to break it to you, but it just may be, because I need to be in a band that tours on a regular basis."

Black Country Communion - made up of bassist/vocalist Hughes (Deep Purple, Trapeze, Black Sabbath), blues rock guitarist/vocalist Joe Bonamassa, drummer Jason Bonham (Led Zeppelin), and keyboardist Derek Sherinian (Dream Theater) – have faced the challenge of building a global identity and following due to the busy schedules of its players, especially Bonamassa's heavy solo touring commitments, explained Hughes. more on this story



Green Day Frontman Out Of The Hospital
(TMZ) Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong is out of the hospital and back in L.A. following a medical scare ... and upon his arrival Monday, the singer mouthed to TMZ that his voice is completely gone.

The band was supposed to play a show in Italy this weekend, but the guys were forced to cancel the gig when Billie Joe was "rushed to the hospital due to illness."

The rest of the band released a video statement saying, "We're beyond devastated ... We're as sad as you guys are. Billie's extremely upset about it."

The guys never revealed the nature of Armstrong's illness ... but now it's obvious, it has something to do with his throat.

On his way out of the airport, we asked Billie Joe about some other stuff ... but for some reason, he didn't have much to say. more on this story



Red Hot Chili Peppers Going Vegas For New Year's
(Banana 101.5) The Red Hot Chili Peppers have spent the better part of 2012 rocking arenas and stadiums as they continue to tour behind last year's 'I'm With You' album, but they'll close out the year in a much more intimate setting.

As MTV.com reports, the band has lined up a New Year's Eve gig at the Chelsea Ballroom at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.

Fans who don't manage to snag tickets to the show but find themselves in Vegas on New Year's Eve can still watch the entire concert on the 65-foot outdoor digital marquee of the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas hotel, which also is home to the Chelsea. more on this story



Peter Gabriel's So Expanded For 25 Anniversary Reissue
Peter Gabriel will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of his landmark solo album, So, with a reissue campaign featuring various format including a box set.

The digitally remastered 25th Anniversary Edition is set to be released on October 23rd in North America and October 22nd internationally.)

So's 25th Anniversary Edition will be available on CD and digitally, as well as in an expanded 3CD and digital Special Edition, which adds a previously unreleased 1987 Athens concert recording from Gabriel's 'So' tour, and as a 4CD/2DVD/LP/12" Deluxe, Limited Edition box set. more on this story



Halestorm, In This Moment and Eve To Adam Tour
Halestorm will be hitting the road this fall for a North American headline tour featuring support from In This Moment and Eve To Adam.

The is set to kick off on November 8th in Mobile, Alabama and wrap up on Decenver 15th in Orlando, FL .

Following the trek, Halestorm also have two additional shows scheduled on December 29th in Montclair, NJ and on December 31st in Baltimore, MD as well as two shows with Alice Cooper in November.
more on this story



Sex Pistols Bollocks Anniversary Box Set Preview
(hennemusic) The 35th Anniversary super deluxe box set of "Never Mind The Bollocks, Here's The Sex Pistols" will be released on September 24th through Universal Music UK.

The package features the original master tapes from the album's 1977 recording sessions, which were thought to be lost for many years. They were rediscovered during the recent move from Virgin Records to Universal Music Catalogue in January, and have been remastered, for the very first time, by Tim Young under direction from original producer Chris Thomas.

Also included is a 100-page hardback book that features a Sex Pistols' diary of 1977, packed with exclusive images, recording details, memorabilia and rare photos detailing every significant band event in their breakout year, with quotes from key figures. The band has offered up a video preview of the diary



Cannibal Corpse Heading East
Cannibal Corpse are heading east in October. As in the far east with a new tour trek that will take them to Asia and Down Under.

The tour will mark the band's first time in many of the cities, which include Jakarta, Tokyo, Perth, Seoul, as well as a show in Hawaii on their way back into the western hemisphere.

The trek starts off with a five date run in Australia beginning on October 4th. From there they will head to Asia for dates ranging from Bangkok to Japan to China. more on this story



Voivod Set New Release of 30th Anniversary
Voivod will release their new effort, Target Earth, on January 21st throughout Europe and the 22nd in North America via a new partnership between Century Media Records and Voivod's Iron Gang Factory.

"Our goal has been to find a partner for Iron Gang Factory to help get new Voivod music to the world and Century Media, we are proud to say, is the right company to do so globally We can't wait to release, tour, and promote 'Target Earth," says the band.

The album release coincides with the band's 30th anniversary. They formed in January of 1983 and released their debut, War and Pain, a year later. more on this story



David Lee Roth Sends Eddie Van Halen Get Well Message
(hennemusic) Following news of Eddie Van Halen's surgery as a result of a digestive disorder known as Diverticulitis, lead singer David Lee Roth has sent his guitarist some 'get well' wishes from Japan.

Fan website VHND has posted a photo of Roth and friends, with the message: "Love and support from all of us in Japan. Get well soon. Love, Dave."

Roth has been in Japan for some time doing sword training with a Shungendo monk, Sueyoshi Akeshi. The singer has a lifelong history of martial arts training, which he says he began at the age of 12. See the photo here.



Iron Maiden Singer Running Free In Sports Race
(hennemusic) Iron Maiden singer Bruce Dickinson took the band's 1982 track, "Run To The Hills," literally last weekend when he competed in the annual Grasmere Sport's Guides Race in England.

The Westmorland Gazette reports Dickinson and Maiden guitarist Dave Murray were in the northern UK town for the wedding of band manager Andy Taylor's daughter Louise.

While there, Dickinson suited up for the Sports Race on Sunday, which he completed in 26 minutes and 21 seconds, landing him 161st out of 181 runners. more on this story



Danko Jones Plan U.S. Shows
Danko Jones will be playing two concerts in the U.S. this month ahead of the release of their new album.

The band will release their new album, Rock And Roll Is Black And Blue, stateside on October 9th.

The band will make a stop in Phoenix, AZ on September 26th at Pub Rock (sponsored by KUPD) and another stop in Las Vegas, NV at the House of Blues on September 27th, both stops including performances by Hoobastank and Hyro da Hero. more on this story



Witch Mountain Tap Castle For Fall Tour
Castle will be hitting the road next month where they will be supporting Witch Mountain on their North American fall tour.

The five-week trek will kick off in Portland, Or on October 11th and come full circle and wrap up in Portland on November 18th.

Castle will be touring in support of their new album "Blacklands" which will be released on September 11th and was produced by Billy Anderson (Cathedral, Sleep, Eyehategod, Neurosis). more on this story



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Singled Out: Shane Gamble
Today indie rock/country/Americana star Shane Gamble tells us about "Turn My Way," the hit single from his forthcoming self-titled album which is set to hit stores on September 18th. Here is the story:

"Turn My Way" is a track that was written quite quickly on my studio couch one day. The basic premise of the song is about a guy that sees a girl that just blows him away... but she doesn't really notice him. It's his determination to meet the girl that propels the song.

Originally, I made an acoustic "demo" of "Turn My Way" that I just LOVED. To me the song felt done. It was essentially acoustic guitar vocal and a set of concert bells for the pre chorus. At this same time I was talking with Atlanta based producer Rick Beato. Rick said, "why don't you send me some new songs?"... So I said, "well, I have this new song 'Turn My Way' that I just recorded but I might just keep it like it is." He responded, "Shane..."I'm a producer! send it to me!" After he heard the song he called me and said "Dude, I have to produce this song...I got it"... So off to Atlanta from Washington, DC I fly... As it turns out, Rick did and amazing job producing the song!

I found that tempo was a really important factor. For this song, it needed to have enough drive to feel urgent, but enough space to allow the lyrical message to breathe. By the time I got off the airplane and arrived back home the song was well on its way to sounding complete, but there was one element missing; the female vocal. So Rick provided me the tracks and I completed the song at my Maryland studio by pulling in good friend Jaqueline Claypool on harmony vocals. The song is now complete, it tells the whole story. Enjoy!

Hearing is believing. Now that you know the story behind the song, listen for yourself and learn more about the album right here!



The Black Keys Release Little Black Submarines Video
(hennemusic) The Black Keys have released a video for "Little Black Submarines," the latest track from their current album, "El Camino."

Filmed by Danny Clinch in Nashville's Springwater Supper Club, guitarist Dan Auerbach tells Rolling Stone that a live performance wasn't the original vision for the video.

"There was a storyline but it didn't work," the guitarist says, so the band let a select group of fans into the minuscule bar for the filming of the one song - and they ended up playing an entire show. "We all just sort of kind of mutually agreed that it should probably just be the performance and not any of the other extra stuff," he says. "Luckily we had live footage so we turned it into a live video. We just sort of said 'You know, it was fun kind of performing here at a small club with the fans. Why don't we just have it be that?'" Watch the video here.



Metallica Share Live Memory Remains Footage
(hennemusic) Following an 8-night run of shows in Mexico City, Metallica wound down its summer 2012 series of concerts with a few Canadian concert dates, including an August 17 stop in Edmonton, Alberta.

The band brought along its extensive, career-spanning stage from the Mexico City trip, which featured a variety of props and effects used over the past 30 years.

Metallica are sharing footage from the Edmonton stop, including video of the pre-show meet and greet, the tuning room and "The Memory Remains" from the concert. more on this story



Green Day Release Kill The DJ Video
(hennemusic) Green Day have released a new music video for "Kill The DJ," a track from the band's forthcoming album, "Uno."

"[Bassist] Mike [Dirnt] asked me to write a song with a four-on-the-floor rhythm," Billie Joe Armstrong told Rolling Stone while explaining the origins of the tune.

"I'd never done it before. It's kind of like [The Clash's] 'Sandinista!,' Ian Dury's 'Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll' and the Tom Tom Club song, 'Genius of Love.'" We were trying to figure out how to make dance music without turning into a dance band." Watch it here.



The Darkness Release New App
(hennemusic) In sync with the recent release of "Hot Cakes," their first new album in seven years, UK rockers The Darkness have unveiled their official App.

Included is "The Darkness Scanner" - hold your phone over The Darkness album artwork, tour poster or concert ticket and there may be some hidden content for you.

"The Darkness Soundboard" includes clips from the new album that can be used as ringtones, text alerts and to share with friends. more on this story



Aerosmith's Joe Perry Rig Rundown Video Goes Online
(hennemusic) Premier Guitar hooked up with Aerosmith when the band's Global Warming tour rolled into Milwaukee for its July 7 concert date.

The guitar site recently shared video of guitarist Brad Whitford's live setup as part of their Rig Rundown series, and now they've posted a behind the scenes look at Joe Perry's touring gear.

PG's Jason Shadrick hooked up with Perry's guitar tech, Trace Foster, to review Joe's equipment and stage setup. Watch it here.



Sites & Sounds: Rockapalooza- Pop Montreal- ATP I'll Be Your Mirror- Gonerfest 9
antiMusic Travel Editor Kevin Wierzbicki gives us the low down on music events taking place in North America this month including Rockapalooza, Pop Montreal, ATP I'll Be Your Mirror and Gonerfest 9.

Rockapalooza Ohio Back to College Jam
September 8, Cleveland, Ohio

Taking place at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in suburban Cleveland, this last-of-summer blowout will be headlined by The Devil Wears Prada, Machine Gun Kelly, Attack Attack!, Twista, Inspectah Deck, Bobaflex, Texas in July, Ionia, iPhonic and Cleveland's very own TEZO. Among the acts appearing on secondary stages are Autumn Burning, Helix Reign, Jet City Vega, Skinbound, Oceans of Atrophy, Wixor and Black Cloud Syndrome. The Crowne Plaza Hotel in host city Middleburg Heights is offering festival goers a special room rate of $89 per night. (440) 243-4040.
www.rockapalooza.net

Pop Montreal
September 19-23, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

The most anticipated show at Pop Montreal this year is the pairing of former Talking Head David Byrne with St. Vincent, also known as Annie Clark. Their show will take place on September 21; before and afterwards you can catch an eclectic bunch of performances by the likes of Grimes, Purity Ring, Cadence Weapon, Cuff the Duke, Katatonia, Hot Snakes, Chevalier Avant Garde, Eliza Gilkyson, Mozart's Sister, Deerhoof, Austra, Rich Aucoin, Change of Heart, Soupcans and many more.
www.popmontreal.com

ATP I'll Be Your Mirror
September 21-23, Manhattan, New York City

Originally scheduled to take place in New Jersey, the ATP I'll Be Your Mirror Festival has moved to Pier 36 in Manhattan. The line-up remains stellar: Philip Glass & Tyondai Braxton, Braids, Janeane Garofalo, Lightning Bolt, Lee Renaldo, Chavez, Joseph Arthur, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Tall Firs, Blanck Mass, Endless Boogie, Kurt Braunohler, the Psychic Experiment and many others. www.atpfestival.com

Gonerfest 9
September 27-30, Memphis, Tennessee

Put together by the good folks at Goner Records, Gonerfest 9 features bands from all over the world like Australian acts Mad Macka, Slug Guts and Native Cats, French groups Cecila & the Sauerkrauts and Jack of Hearts and out-of-this-world participants Spits who claim to be from Mars. Also appearing are Hussy, Legs, Bad Sports, No Bails, River City Tanlines and more. www.gonerfest.com

Today's Day in Rock News!

Today's Day in Rock


Green Day Singer Rushed To The Hospital
(hennemusic) Green Day were forced to cancel their appearance Sunday at the I-Day Festival in Bologna, Italy after frontman Billie Joe Armstrong was rushed to the hospital for an undisclosed illness.
"We apologize profusely, this is really unfortunate, but Billie got rushed to the hospital last night due to illness," said bassist Mike Dirnt in a video posted on the band's website. "The doctors don't think it's a good idea for him to play today. This sucks, we really, really were looking forward to playing in Bologna as the highlight of our tour."

"We're beyond devastated, we're as sad as you guys are," added drummer Tre Cool. "Billie is extremely upset about it and we'll see you very soon." more on this story



Aerosmith Approached Sammy Hagar To Replace Steven Tyler
(hennemusic) When Steven Tyler was announced as a judge on American Idol in the fall of 2010, Aerosmith were left at a crossroads: work around Tyler's Idol schedule, take a break, or move forward with a new lead singer.

Guitarist Brad Whitford now reveals the band – without Tyler – seriously considered their options at the time. Clearly the band realized the challenge they were facing in trying to replace an iconic frontman like Tyler. "It's impossible to fill Steven's shoes, that's not gonna happen," said the guitarist, although he went to say that the band "spoke to a couple of people that were semi-interested," including the Red Rocker, Sammy Hagar.

"Well, we spoke to Sammy, and he was really excited about it," Whitford explained. "I love Sammy, and I was like, 'Oh man this would be so cool!' (But) it all started to come back together on its own, like it was going to and should have." more on this story



Starship Guitarist Mark Abrahamian Dies Following Concert
Starship lead guitarist Mark Abrahamian suffered a fatal heart attack following a concert on Sunday night. He was 46.

Starship was performing a concert with Boston and Survivor in Norfolk, Neb and Abrahamian collapsed following the show according to road manager Scott Harrison, reports Mercury News .

"We had just finished the show. We were back in the dressing room eating. He apparently told the bass player he wasn't feeling well," Harrison said. Then Abrahamian reportedly collapsed in his room while talking to his fiance on the phone. more on this story



Geoff Tate's Queensryche Features Ex-Ozzy, Ratt and Megadeth Members
(Classic Rock) Geoff Tate has delivered on his promise to use the Queensryche name, and unveiled a band including Rudy Sarzo ex of Ozzy Osbourne and Quiet Riot, Bobby Blotzer of Ratt and Glen Drover, formerly of Megadeth.

The move follows Tate's failed attempt to force his former bandmates to stop using the Queensryche name after they sacked him. When a judge ruled against him he stated it meant both parties could employ the title.

Now he's confirmed his band is also called Queensryche – and slammed former colleages Michael Wilton, Scott Rockenfield and Eddie Jackson for having "no spark". more on this story



Suicide Silence's Mitch Lucker Hospitalized
Suicide Silence frontman Mitch Lucker was hospitalized over the weekend for an infection related to a recent broken elbow injury.

Lucker kept fans informed during the weekend via his Twitter account. He told them on Saturday that he had a double IV to his heart installed and that he was at Orange Coast Memorial hospital under intensive IV antibiotics.

On Sunday he told fans how he ended up in the hospital, "had an ambulance come to my house. I woke up inside of it because everyone thought I was dead... Apparently I just passed out & had a nap."

Fortunately, on Monday he updated fans with "Thanks for all the positive vibes! Last night was crazy, but I'm ok and Getting way better. Thank you all for the support. I will be fine <3" You will find any updates here. Duff McKagan Has Close Call On Charity Mountain Climb (Classic Rock) Former Guns N' Roses bassist Duff McKagan suffered his own life-endangering moment while taking part in a charity climb of 14,411ft Mt Rainier in Washington state. He reports: "My right eye suddenly blurred at about 11,000ft. I kept it quiet – I didn't want to be the guy who held up the group. Pride plays a factor and pride is dangerous in those slippery, steep and treacherous places. At 12,000ft both my eyes went blurry and nausea was overcoming me. At about 12,800ft a guide from another climb came up to me and announced he thought I had a cerebral edema, and 'could die soon if he doesn't get down very quickly.' "I guess my eyes were rolling about a bit and I was stumbling like a drunken sailor. It was time to turn the climb around. I had to pull everything I had from deep inside me just to get down." [Seattle Weekly] More rock news Late Queen Frontman Freddie Mercury Becomes An Angry Bird Hollywood Records sent over word that late Queen frontman Freddie Mercury has been made an honorary member of the Angry Birds family for the Freddie For A Day campaign. To start the week in which Freddie's memory is celebrated with Freddie For A Day on his birthday, September 5, on Monday, September 3 the creators of Angry Birds released an all-new animation of Freddie the Angry Bird riding his bicycle to the famous Queen track "Bicycle Race." The video is streaming on Rovio's YouTube channel here To further raise additional awareness for the Mercury Phoenix Trust, Angry Birds in partnership with Bravado will be releasing a limited-edition Freddie Mercury Angry Bird T-shirt which will be made available from the Angry Birds and Bravado webstores. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Mercury Phoenix Trust. T-shirt numbers are limited. more on this story Vivian Campbell Regrets Mudslinging With Ronnie James Dio (Classic Rock) Vivian Campbell regrets the mudslinging between him and former bandmate Ronnie James Dio and he's aiming to reclaim ownership of Dio songs he wrote, but couldn't even bring himself to listen to for many years. The pair had a musically successful, but personally difficult, relationship in Dio between 1982 and 1986, when Campbell was fired. He went on to play with Whitesnake before replacing Steve Clark in Def Leppard in 1992. When Dio died in 2010 the guitarist said he was "numb" to the news, partly because his mother had died the previous week. Since then he's reformed the original Dio lineup with Vinny Appice, Claude Schnell and Jimmy Bain – who was arrested for drugs offences last week. Read what he had to say here. Eddie Van Halen Checks In Following Emergency Surgery (hennemusic) Guitar icon Eddie Van Halen is thanking fans for their support following news of his recent surgery as a result of a digestive disorder known as Diverticulitis. "Thank you for all of your cool comments!," posted Eddie on Friday. "Hanging out, taking it easy and following the doctors orders." Last week, it was revealed that Eddie is recovering following emergency surgery. "Eddie Van Halen underwent an emergency surgery for a severe bout of Diverticulitis," the band posted on Wednesday. "No further surgeries are needed and a full recovery is expected within 4 - 6 months. more on this story Sunn O))) Cancel Tour Sunn O))) have been forced to pull out of their upcoming tour of Australia and New Zealand after running into issues with the Aussie promoter. The band still plan to perform their planned dates in Japan this fall. The band had this to say: We apologize to our great and loyal fans in Australia and New Zealand. We have had 2 amazing tours of Australia in the past and were looking forward to going back for a third. We have never had the chance to travel to New Zealand to date, and it pains us to cancel those concerts, but alas the travel is tied together and we can not afford to do NZ alone at this time. more on this story Sebastian Bach Says Press Put Words In His Mouth About Book Plans (hennemusic) In a recent interview with Billboard, Sebastian Bach was asked about his plans to write a memoir about his rock n' roll life. "Oh, my story is insanely insane," he is quoted as telling the music industry magazine. "I think I could do a hell of a book. I could make (Motley Crue's) 'The Dirt' look clean if I wanted to." Now, Bach has posted his thoughts on the Billboard story, which has spread to rock news sites around the globe. "Why does the press always put words in my mouth? You would think I would know better by now," he wrote on Saturday. "Someone asked me about my book & my answer was exactly this: 'I could make the dirt look clean if I wanted to.' Now, every single thing I read about my book says, Sebastian says his book will surpass Motley Crue's The Dirt.' Only thing is....I never said that. I don't even know what kind of book it will be yet." more on this story Wishbone Ash Members Reunite At Garden Party (Classic Rock) Martin Turner insists he was not trying to seize back power of ownership of the Wishbone Ash name by being joined on stage by fellow former members Ted Turner, Laurie Wisefield and Steve Upton during an intimate fan gathering last week. The vocalist/bassist's line-up of the group, known as Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash, is about to go to court with guitarist Andy Powell, who trademarked the name several years ago. Powell is the only original member of his line-up of his rival group. Last Friday afternoon MWTA appeared at an invite-only Garden Party for around 200 people at the home in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, of their manager Martin Darvill. Attendees were astonished when Ted Turner, who these days resides in Arizona, strolled on and plugged in midway through Valediction, a rarely played track from the band's second album, Pilgrimage, then hung around for a few further tunes, before Wisefield, Turner's replacement, took his place for Living Proof. Read more and see photos here. David Coverdale Joins Sammy Hagar For 4 Decades of Rock Debut (hennemusic) Back in May, Sammy Hagar announced plans to test drive a new format for his 2013 live shows. Billed as "4 Decades Of Rock," Hagar's plan is to mark 40 years since the release of the debut Montrose album by building an evening featuring highlights from his lengthy career. Sammy & The Wabos would open the show, followed by The Other Half (including former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony); a Montrose tribute set would be next, and then the evening would wrap up with Chickenfoot. Hagar's September 1 show at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harvey's in Stateline, Nevada was the first event with the new format. For the Montrose tribute set, Hagar was joined by the band's Denny Carmassi and Bill Church, with Joe Satriani sitting in; Carmassi stuck around for the closing portion with Chickenfoot. Whitesnake leader David Coverdale was on hand to join Chickenfoot, as well, performing a cover of Led Zeppelin's "Rock & Roll" with the band. Watch video here. Iron Maiden To Reissue Maiden England (hennemusic) Iron Maiden toured North America this summer on a trek billed as "Maiden England" after their 80s era concert video release. In terms of production and content, the 2012 live show closely mirrored the original 1988 concert video of the same name, shot on the "Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son Tour." Now, Metal Rules reports that bassist Steve Harris has confirmed that "Maiden England" will be re-released next year. In a new interview with German magazine Rock Hard, Harris says the rerelease will be expanded to comprise the show's encores, which were not included in the original VHS. more on this story Dan Spitz Explains Anthrax Exit (Classic Rock) Former Anthrax guitarist Dan Spitz has discussed his surprise departure from the band in 1995 and why he gave away all his guitars. The acclaimed axeman shocked fans by leaving the thrash giants just as they were enjoying a new lease of life with vocalist John Bush, and turning instead to a career as a watchmaker. Spitz tells Hodinkee: "I had been living on a tour bus since I was 14 years old, and played in bands with others of equal skill set – but they were much older and I was. "I excelled at what I was doing and Anthrax soon hit and was playing sold-out colosseums for years. "By the time 1995 rolled around I was the first one in the band to have children, and I missed them when I was on the road. We'd do an album and tour for years at a time, then start the cycle over again. Time at home was not there. more on this story Chickenfoot's Deep Purple Tribute Cover Happened By Accident (Classic Rock) Chickenfoot's Joe Satriani says the band fell into playing Deep Purple's Highway Star by accident. Their take on the song appears on Re-Machined, the official tribute to Purple's iconic 1972 album Machine Head, which is on sale as part of a Classic Rock Fan Pack. Satriani explains: "We started our first tour and we were threatening to play it. I don't think Sammy wanted to do it – he'd never really memorised the lyrics. Somebody printed them up and threw them on the stage. At the beginning of the song you hear me starting up Bad Motor Scooter because that's what was on the setlist. "Chad Smith, in a most mischievous way, started playing Highway Star, so I had to kind of segue into it. I think for the second verse, Sammy is literally on his hands and knees reading the lyrics." [Music Radar] More rock news Decapitated Recruit Former Vadar Member For Upcoming Tour Decapitated have recruited former Vader drummer Pawel "Pawulon" Jaroszewicz to join them on their upcoming "Asian Invasion" tour which kicks off on Saturday. Jaroszewicz will be filling the void left by drummer Kerim "Krihm" Lechner who left group. The PRP> had the following statement which they report was issued by Lechner about his departure.

"I sadly have to inform you about some major change that happened in the last months. I am no longer a member of Decapitated! Too many personal differences and other difficulties made me decide like this." The rest of his statement is here. more on this story



Talking Heads' Stop Making Sense Named Best Gig Movie
(Classic Rock) The Talking Heads' Stop Making Sense has been named the best gig movie ever by Classic Rock's sister magazine, Total Film.

Total Film says Stop Making Sense is its No.1 choice because: 'The rock gig is deconstructed as Jonathan Demme captures the innovative staging of a Talking Heads gig, from solo performance to full band to David Byrne dancing in an oversized suit.

'Best song is the opener, Psycho Killer – just Byrne, an acoustic guitar and a drum machine whose staccato rhythms cause the singer to stagger around like a murder victim.' See what else made the list



B Sides


Singled Out: Ron Pope
Ron Pope kicks off his Across the Yard North American tour tomorrow in Syracuse, NY. To celebrate we asked him to tell us about the song "In My Bones" from his latest album "Atlanta". Here is the story:

I only had a few months between my Spring/Summer tour and my fall tour in 2011. In that time, I needed to figure out the concept for what would eventually become the "Atlanta" album, then write and record it. I gave myself four weeks to write the songs for the album. Every weekday, I'd get up in the morning, and then I'd bang my head against the wall all day, hoping that a song would fall out. After a few weeks of non-stop writing, I started to go a little bit crazy. One morning, I had a song idea that refused to get finished. Hour after hour after hour went by and I just couldn't work it out. Eventually, I decided to take a break and hop in the shower, because I was starting to smell a little bit hobo-esque. While I was in the shower, all the sudden a melody hit me, so I started humming. Then words just popped into my head. I got out of the shower singing, dried off, then sat down at the keyboard, and played "In My Bones" all the way through. It was like the song had been sitting out there in the ether, waiting for me to reach out and grab it. That doesn't happen to me very often, but when it does, I'm always amazed. To me, that song feels like it always existed and was just waiting for the right moment to reveal itself to me.

Hearing is believing. Now that you know the story behind the song, listen for yourself and learn more about the album and grab the tour dates right here!



Jay-Z Jams with Pearl Jam At Made In America Festival
(hennemusic) Pearl Jam closed out the inaugural Made In America festival in Philadelphia Sunday night.

The event was curated by rapper, songwriter, record producer and entrepreneur Jay-Z, who named the 2-day festival after one of his collaborative tracks with Kanye West.

Jay-Z joined Pearl Jam during the Seattle rockers' encore, as the two performed a rocked-up version of his 2004 track, "99 Problems." Watch it here.



KISS Share Live Footage
(hennemusic) KISS continued their summer tour of North America with Motley Crue with a show on Saturday at the Klipsch Music Center in the Indianapolis suburb of Noblesville, Indiana.

KISS have offered up front row footage of their opening number, "Detroit Rock City."The classic track is featured on the band's latest reissue, "Destroyer: Resurrected," the group's 1976 multi-platinum, landmark album that has been newly remixed from the original master tapes by the album's original producer, Bob Ezrin.

Ezrin pulled the tapes from the vaults and painstakingly remixed the entire album, enhancing the sound and bringing out its rich texture and vibrancy, while keeping the integrity of the original recording intact. watch it here.



Metallica Share Live Wherever I May Roam Footage
(hennemusic) Metallica played two shows in Edmonton last month as the band wound down its summer concert activity.

The band brought along its extensive, career-spanning stage from the recent 8-show run in Mexico City, which featured a variety of props and effects used over the past 30 years.

Metallica are sharing footage from the second Edmonton date, on August 18, including video of the tuning room and the 1991 "Black" album classic track, "Wherever I May Roam," from the concert. Watch it here.



Rush Release The Wreckers Lyric Video
(hennemusic) Rush have released a lyric video for "The Wreckers," the new single from their latest album "Clockwork Angels."

The Canadian rockers are currently gearing up to kick off their North American tour, which begins September 7 in Manchester, NH.

The project's companion piece, "Clockwork Angels: The Novel," by Colorado-based sci-fi author Kevin J. Anderson and Rush drummer/lyricist Neil Peart, had its world premiere book launch in Toronto on August 23. Watch the video here.



Steel Panther Release Another DVD Clip
(hennemusic) Steel Panther have offered up the second full-song preview of their forthcoming live DVD, "The British Invasion."

Fans can now watch Panther's performance of "Asian Hooker." The band was captured in concert in London, England in 2010 for the set, which was directed by Daniel E. Catullo III, who has previously worked with artists like Rush, Chickenfoot, Godsmack and Alter Bridge.

"The British Invasion" will be issued on September 28th in Australia and New Zealand, and the rest of the world on October 22.