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Today's Day in Rock


Aerosmith Streaming New Song Online
(hennemusic) Aerosmith have posted streaming audio of their new single, "Lover A Lot," online. The track comes from their forthcoming album, "Music From Another Dimension" due November 6.
Bassist Tom Hamilton recently teased that new songs would be on their way now that the band has wrapped up their summer Global Warming tour.

"We're in Bristow, Virgina," said Hamilton on August 12. "It's the last show of this leg of the tour we've been on all summer. We're going to go and chill for a while – and while we're taking a break – a couple of new songs from the new album are going to come out at the end of August." more on this story



Rolling Stones Eye Big Announcement
(Gibson) Are The Rolling Stones finally ready to unveil some big tour plans commemorating their 50th anniversary? Maybe.

The legendary band are hinting that fans better keep checking the group's Facebook and Twitter pages over the next few days, stating that they are about to announce some big news via their social networking pages.

Say you're mobile and want to check out the news there? No problem. The Stones also have posted a mysterious image of a two eyes over a dim background with direction for fans with either an Android device or iPhone to score a free app called uView. Once fans download the app, the eyes start blinking and a few words appear: "Keep your eyes peeled." more on this story





Megadeth Begin Work On New Album
(hennemusic) Megadeth are drawing near the end of their world tour in support of their 2011 release, "Thirteen," and are headed back to the studio to begin work on their next album.

"[Producer] Johnny K. is arriving tomorrow to start pre-production on our new record," tweeted Dave Mustaine on Wednesday. "This should be a very interesting record."

Johnny K. worked on "Thirteen," which debuted at No. 11 on the Billboard 200 album chart with sales of 42,000 in its first week. "[Thirteen] is the culmination of my work over the 13 records I recorded," said Mustaine last fall, prior to the album's release. "There are moments on 'Thirteen' that capture my every emotion, and other moments where I am releasing feelings I never knew existed! My proudest moments of my musical career are captured on 'Thirteen.'" more on this story



Flesh Eating Disease Not Stopping Slayer
Jeff Hanneman's flesh eating disease (necrotising fasciitis) has not delayed work on the new Slayer album.

Slayerized transcribed part of a recent video interview Artisan News conducted with Kerry King and when asked if Hanneman's condition was delaying the recording of the new album, King answered:

"Not yet. We've recorded very little. We got a little bit done. We had a 12-day window where we hijacked [producer] Greg Fidelman from METALLICA and worked with him a little bit. So we've got two [new songs] done; they've gotta be mixed. We've got two other ones that need vocals and leads. [There are] three other demos and three other [tracks] we still have to demo. But [this summer's Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival tour] is the last thing we're doing, so hopefully we'll get [the rest of the album] done before we pick up and tour again in October."

Slayerized note that "Jeff did not take part in the recent recording sessions, but his absence did not affect the new album's scheduling since Kerry typically records all the basic guitar parts himself." You can read more and watch the full interview here.



Santana Postpones Tour Dates
Santana has postponed three tour dates taking place this weekend in Florida for an undisclosed reason, though it is most likely due to tropical storm Isaac which may reach hurricane strength and hit Florida on Monday.

The concerts were to take place tomorrow, August 24th, Saturday, August 25th at the Hard Rock in Hollywood, FL Sunday, August 26th at the Ask Gary Amphitheatre in Tampa, FL

Michael Vrionis, President of Universal Tone Management, says, "It is with great regret that the upcoming performances featuring Carlos Santana and the Santana Band have been postponed due to circumstances beyond our control. Universal Tone Management is working diligently to reschedule these performances. We would like to thank all of the fans in Florida for your patronage, and we look forward to bringing you the music of Carlos Santana in the very near future." more on this story



Foo Fighters Too Loud For Belfast
(Gibson) The Foo Fighters, in the U.K for the Reading Festival this weekend, drew some noise complaints at a Belfast festival gig on August 21.

Evidently, the band cranked up the volume so much that they could be heard four miles away.

NME.com reports that local councilor Claire Hanna received some complaints over the noise. "It was exceptionally loud," she said. "I welcome that we have concerts of this level but we do have to balance it with the right of people to enjoy a quiet night at home. Most residents understand that people want to enjoy a night out but a second night at the same level might provoke a few more calls." more on this story





Beatles' Magical Mystery Tour Hoping To Take You Away Again
The Beatles' Magical Mystery Tour is coming to take you away again at home in October and in theaters in late September. Apple Corp sent out these details:

Apple Films has fully restored the long out-of-print, classic feature film for October 8th release worldwide (October 9th in North America) on DVD and Blu-ray with a remixed soundtrack (5.1 and stereo) and special features. For the first time ever, there will be a limited theatrical release in certain territories from September 27th.

Songs You'll Never Forget, The Film You've Never Seen, And A Story That's Never Been Heard. In 1967, In The Wake Of The Extraordinary Impact Of The Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band Album And The One World Satellite Broadcast Of All You Need Is Love, The Beatles Devised, Wrote, And Directed Their Third Film, Magical Mystery Tour, A Dreamlike Story Of A Coach Day Trip To The Seaside. more on this story



Pop Singer Wants To Turn Dylan and Radiohead Studio Into Shops and Offices
(Gibson) British pop singer David Gray is in dispute with his London community. According to the Independent newspaper, Gray has plans to convert famed recording studios The Church into shops and offices.

The studios, which once belonged to Dave Stewart, have seen a plethora of top acts record there, from Bob Dylan to Kaiser Chiefs and Radiohead.

Local resident Steve Watson wrote to Haringey council saying: "The studios have been a part of Crouch End's artistic and creative heritage for decades." more on this story





The Killers Used Five Different Producers On New Album
(Gibson) When it comes to producers, The Killers like to play the field. On the band's upcoming studio album, Battle Born, the Las Vegas rockers used five producers, all for just one album.

Singer Brandon Flowers says that the group preferred to use several producers – which included Pearl Jam producer Brendan O'Brien, U2 producer Steve Lillywhite and Madonna producer Stuart Price – because it helped keep their egos in check and gave them a constantly evolving view of their music.

"Our attitude was, let's wait until we're ready and then we'll find the right producer," Flowers told SPIN. "But once we started calling people, they had other bands booked. So we learned something from everyone and applied it to what we did next. We're a bunch of strong personalities, so there's not gonna be one guy that's gonna come in and overtake things."

Fans will get to see if the onslaught of producers was worth it when Battle Bornhits stores and online outlets on Sept. 18. more on this story





Linkin Park's Debut Hits 10 Million In U.S. Sales As Band Expands Tour Plans
Linkin Park have two reasons to celebrate this week. They announced plans to head Down Under early next year and their debut album hit a sales milestone that very few bands achieve.

The band announced on Wednesday that they will be heading to New Zealand and Australia in February and March. On February 21, they'll be playing at Vector Arena in Auckland, New Zealand. They'll then head to Australia for Soundwave Festival.

Also on Wednesday, Billboard reported that the group's debut album, "Hybrid Theory" has surfaced the threshold of 10 million copies sold in the U.S., enough to earn them a very rare diamond certification. You can read the Billboard report here.



Two Joe Strummer Remastered Special Editions Coming
Hellcat Records are celebrating what would have been Joe Strummer's 60th year with remastered special editions of two of Strummer's albums on CD and Vinyl on September 25th. We were sent these details:

'Global A Go-Go' and 'Streetcore' were recorded between 2000 and Strummer's untimely death in 2002, it was during this period that Strummer wrote, recorded and toured with the band he dubbed "The Mescaleros." These records capture the one time Clash front man amidst an undeniable creative resurgence. In a review of Streetcore, The Guardian called the record Strummer's "best work since the Clash's London Calling."

Strummer was the voice of a generation in the late 1970s and early 1980s, becoming a punk icon during his career with The Clash. After The Clash disbanded in 1985, Strummer only began working and recording with a band of his own again in the few years before his death. more on this story



Josh James Leaves Evergreen Terrace
Evergreen Terrace cofounder Josh James has left the group to devote his full attention to his new band Stick To Your Guns. Here is what he had to say about the change:

"In 1999, a few friends and I started Evergreen Terrace. The band has been a huge part of my life, but it's time for me to move on.

"Earlier this year, I joined Stick To Your Guns, and I couldn't be more stoked. It's been a natural and exciting progression for me. I really believe in the band and the message. more on this story



Lynyrd Skynyrd Return To Rock Roots With New Album
Lynyrd Skynyrd released their latest album, Last of a Dyin' Breed, this week and our friends at Classic Rock Revisited caught up with Gary Rossington to discuss the album and in the excerpt below they discuss how they tried to capture the classic Skynyrd feel for the new album:

CCR: I think this album has the classic Skynyrd hard rock sound. I am talking about songs like "Last of a Dyin' Breed," "Mississippi Blood" and "Honey Hole." There is some harder edge stuff with some kick ass guitars going on.

Gary: That is what we wanted to do on this album. We wanted to go back to the old roots of the original band and do more rocking, as opposed to being more Country flavored; that is our favorite stuff anyway. We like songs that tell a story that have a good beat and some dual guitars in there. We tried to do it right, like the old band always did.

CCR: You are the last of the founding members of the band. With all of the different lineups how are you still able to get the true spirit of Lynyrd Skynyrd in your new music?

Gary: We just do it the way that we've always done it. Once we get the material written, then we just go in the studio and get at it. For our diehard fans, who will like it, and buy it anyway, we want to make it the best we can for the name of Skynyrd and for our brothers that are no longer with us. We keep their memory alive and I really believe their spirit is in these songs.

You mentioned "Mississippi Blood" and I will tell you that if Ronnie and Allen, and the other guys were here, they would say, "You are doing it right." Read the full interview here.



Bon Jovi's Richie Sambora To Give Fans His Aftermath of the Lowdown
(Gibson) Bon Jovi axeman Richie Sambora is prepping to release his third solo album, Aftermath of the Lowdown, and the guitarist says the set reflects the ups and downs he's experienced over the past several years. That, of course, includes his divorce with actress Heather Locklear and his struggle with substance abuse.

Sambora says that because of the very personal nature of the new album, a wide range of fans can relate to the songs' subject matters. "The stuff that I've gone through isn't that alien," he told Rolling Stone. "The stuff that I've gone through, anybody can go through in their lives and they probably will. Ups and downs and things like that."

Sambora added that the collection of songs came together quickly and naturally. Following a short vacation with his daughter, Sambora came home rested and ready to write, which is exactly what happened. "Once I started writing, I really liked the material and it was authentic, passionate and honest…" he said. "So there was a bit of magic happening right off the bat."

Aftermath of the Lowdown is set to hit stores on Sept. 18 more on this story





Fan Buys Sammy Hagar's Shelby Mustang
(hennemusic) Red Rocker and car collector Sammy Hagar has sold his Shelby GT500 Coupe 2007 Mustang to a fan.

Hagar first put the car up for sale on Saturday, writing "I bought another car recently and have run out of space! Instead of letting one sit outside I've chosen to sell one and chose this beast! But, I don't want to put it up on Barrett-Jackson and see it get marked up - I'd rather see a Redhead driving it and sell it at blue book! I bought this Shelby new and have driven it very little (low miles), plus it's been driven by Mike Anthony and Chad Smith during the recording of Chickenfoot III."

A deal was done and confirmed by Hagar less than 48 hours later. "The Shelby is sold- thx for all of the offers!," Sammy tweeted. "I'm going to hand over the keys to one happy Redhead! Will try to snap some photos and share!" more on this story



Iron Maiden Continue To Support Burr's MS Fight
(hennemusic) Iron Maiden actively support many charities and fund-raising events, but unlike some entertainers, they rarely speak about their efforts in this area. But there is one that remains close to the band's heart.

"One of the things I can talk about, because we started it off, is our old drummer, Clive [Burr] has MS [multiple sclerosis], so we started The Clive Burr Trust," Maiden bassist and founder Steve Harris told SamaritanMag.com recently. "Another friend of mine [Ralph] also has got it. He's in a wheelchair. We went to school with him, my oldest friend since I was 5 years old, so we helped him, but we don't normally talk too much about it."

The band continues to raise money for Clive Burr MS Trust Fund periodically. "The fans know about it and they contribute to it, and every now and again we'll do a show and just donate all the money," says Harris. "When we need to top it up, we do something." more on this story



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Singled Out: Scarlet Smile
Today Scarlet Smile lead vocalist / guitarist Sam Varga tells us about the song "Take" from their latest EP, "Life in Lights." Here is the story:

I began writing "Take" (although at the time it was a completely different song musically) as a way to tell myself the things I needed to hear. My father had been going through an extremely difficult time and it had seemed to be taking a toll on him. My father is a true martyr for his family, and without his perseverance and unfaltering faith we would have no foundation. I unconsciously selected him for the voice in the song; needing both guidance and reassurance in my life and knowing that he was alright in his. Therefore the lyrics in the song became what I wanted/needed to hear from him at the time. My first stab at the song was disconnected and too broad. One of our friends sang the first word "take" while mumbling along with a melody. We loved the way it sounded, and decided to base the song off of it. We messed around with different uses, finally deciding to play off of the line "take from me", going a step further with meaning as to what parents really mean when they say that. They are not merely giving you advice, but offering up all of their memories, lessons, experience, and pain. With this in mind, the band finally found a good place to be able to really work together and come up with the ideas and lyrics to make the song what it is. The writing went down to the wire, and we ended up finishing the song the night before we went into the studio. We hope you like it.

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 Add More Tracks To Rock Band 3
(Gibson) Harmonix, the company behind the Rock Band video game brand, has announced that they are adding more tracks from the Black Keys to their popular game Rock Band 3.

The new, three-track "The Black Keys Pack 02" content pack offers a few of the Keys' latest, greatest hits: "Tighten Up" and "Howlin' for You" from 2010's Brothers, plus "Lonely Boy" from their 2011 release, El Camino.

Gaming fans can pick up "The Black Keys Pack 02" beginning this week for Xbox 360, Playstation 3 and Nintendo Wii. more on this story





Slash Helps Launch Wildlife Conservation Foundation
(hennemusic) On Wednesday, Slash was on hand to help launch the Bob Irwin Wildlife Conservation Foundation at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane, Australia.

Slash says he first met Bob, the father of the late crocodile hunter Steve Irwin, a couple of years ago at a music festival.

"He [Bob] brought some animals down to Soundwave, so we got to actually meet, so I was really starstruck," said the guitarist, a well renowned animal lover and supporter. Read more and watch video here.



Quick Licks Van Halen Vol 2 DVD Released
LickLibrary have released the new Quick Licks Van Halen Vol 2 DVD, which features more than thirty guitar licks in the style of Eddie Van Halen. They sent over these details:

Following the success of Quick Licks Van Halen Vol 1, this new guitar tuition DVD brings you a whole arsenal of new licks in a series of professional guitar lessons beautifully explained by popular tutor Jamie Humphries.

Quick Licks Van Halen Vol 2 features guitar lessons with all the techniques you'd expect on a Van Halen DVD, such as tapped harmonics, tremolo picking, whammy bar dive bombs and much, much more. Included on this DVD is a solo in the style of Eddie Van Halen that uses a range of Eddie's trademark licks, which you can learn and then practice along with the backing track included.

iGuitar columnist and UK session player, Jamie Humphries, talks you through all the lessons, breaking the concepts down easily understandable chunks. And at the same time you will be able to clearly see what both his hands do on the fret board and strumming with the all-important LickLibrary split screen presentation.

A DIFFERENT KIND OF TRUTH SALES SURPRISE:

The question being asked by many Van Halen fans is just how many units has the band's latest studio album sold since its release in February of this year. A Different Kind Of Truth won widespread praise from fans and critics alike. It certainly remains a favourite of mine.
But that said - sales have been relatively stagnant after the initial release. As of last week, the album had sold a total of 400,620 units in the USA.
There is no real way to gauge total international sales, but if you take the USA alone, for comparison Van Halen 3 has scanned 515,322 [no mention of how many of those are in used CD bins] and the first Chickenfoot album has scanned 532,092 units to date. I don't yet have numbers for the second Chickenfoot album which was released just prior to the Van Halen album. Interesting numbers.

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Nickelback's Chad Kroeger To Marry Avril Lavigne
Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger has reportedly popped the question to pop singer Avril Lavigne.
Kroeger asked Lavigne began a romance when they came together six months ago to co-write a song for Lavigne's forthcoming album, accord to People.

The entertainment publication reports that a Lavigne "rep" and/or "pal" has exclusively told them that Kroeger proposed on August 8th. You can read their report here.



Kid Rock Surprises Wounded Veteran and Wife With New Home
(Banana 101.5) Kid Rock recently teamed up with Pulte Homes and Operation Finally Home to surprise a wounded warrior and Mount Clemens, Michigan native, Davin Dumar and his wife with a brand new home.

Army Sgt. Dumar served in Afghanistan, where he lost a leg and severely injured his arm, was selected by Operation Finally Home Again thanks in part to Kid Rock, who personally called the founder of the charity to talk about Sgt. Dumar.

The charity has been custom building homes for wounded veterans for seven years and will finish customizing the new Dumar home soon. more on this story



All Star Deep Purple Tribute Behind The Scenes Video Released
(hennemusic) Information about the forthcoming Deep Purple tribute album, "Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head," has been coming out a little at a time, including preview video clips and a few full songs. Now, a full-length behind-the-scenes look at the album has surfaced.

Fans can dig deep into the project, with studio footage and interviews with Metallica, Jimmy Barnes, Chickenfoot, Steve Lukather, Glenn Hughes and many more of the players involved.

"All the stuff that we do, and have been doing for the last thirty years," says Metallica's Lars Ulrich, "and the bands in the 80s and 90s and in the last decade… it all traces back to Deep Purple…and, obviously, to a degree, Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin – but Purple had their own niche in that trio."





New Motorhead Book Coming Next Week
Cleopatra have set an August 28th release date for Alan Burridge's new book Motorhead: Live To Win. They sent over this synopsis:

Live To Win is the full, in-depth Motörhead story, with previously unpublished, revealing facts, rare and early photos, and is fully approved and endorsed by Lemmy (who also contributes to the introduction).

Motörhead formed in England in 1975 by bassist/singer/songwriter Lemmy Kilmister, and was an early part of the NWOBHM, the movement to reinvigorate loud music. With a big dose of punk, Motörhead's sound pioneered speed metal, and continues with consistency to support, elevate, and encourage the genre around the world. The band has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, and just finished a North American tour. more on this story



Soundgarden Tease New Track and Announce Album Title
(hennemusic) Soundgarden have revealed the title of their new album will be "King Animal."

The band's first studio release since 1996's "Down On The Upside" is tentatively due November 13.

The Seattle rockers also shared a preview of "Worse Dreams," one of the new tracks on the project. Check it out here.



Stone Sour Layout Initial World Tour Plans
Stone Sour have mapped out the first leg of their world tour plans with dates scheduled on five continents.

The tour is in support of their forthcoming House of Gold & Bones and the initial leg includes their first European tour in two years as well as festival appearances at Loud Park in Japan and Soundwave in Australia (with Metallica and Linkin Park).

Corey Taylor says, "It's gonna be awesome to bring the House of Gold and Bones to the fans live. We're all psyched to come to Japan and South America right away as well- they're some of the best fans in the world! We gave people a taste of Part One, now we're gonna bring them the best Stone Sour show they've ever seen. Get ready: it begins soon…" more on this story



The Smashing Pumpkins To Rock Leno This Week
The Smashing Pumpkins are set to perform their song "The Celestials" on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno tomorrow night, August 23rd.

This will mark the band's first national television performance since the release of their latest album, Oceania.

The band just completed a tour of Australia, New Zealand and South Korea that ran from July 26-August 14. They headlined festivals and, at their own shows, performed Oceania in full, followed by a set of classics and deep cuts. The band is expected to announce their North American tour plans soon. more on this story



Gorgoroth Fire Lead Singer
Gorgoroth have fired their singer Pest and have lined up a guest singer for their next tour and a separate singer for their new album. The band had this to say about the turn of events:

"Out of respect for and loyalty to Gorgoroth's audience and collaborators, Infernus has kicked Pest out of the band, effective immediately. This after Pest informed the band that he would not be prioritizing doing the upcoming Latin American tour after all, just two weeks before the band was set to depart for Brazil.

"Infernus has decided that the tour will go on as planned, though, and Hoest of Taake will replace Pest as vocalist on the tour starting on September 7, 2012. more on this story



Soilwork Begin New Album This Week
Soilwork will enter the studio with producer Jens Bogren (Opeth, Amon Amarth, Bloodbath) on Thursday (August 23rd) to begin recording their new album.

The new album, entitled The Living Infinite, will also mark the recording debut of long-time touring guitarist David Andersson (Night Flight Orchestra).

"It's been a pretty long time coming, but as we speak I'm sitting here smiling my ass off listening to the demos that will forge into The Living Infinite," commented the group's vocalist Björn "Speed" Strid. "I've been feeling pretty damn restless from this break to be honest with you, therefore it is with great excitement that I've approached this new album. As soon as we started working on songs in March, all my focus and energy went into building this new beast. We're finished writing songs and I'm currently laying down demo vocals and I'm having a blast. I feel very inspired. more on this story



Cinderella's Tom Keifer Releasing Solo Album
Cinderella frontman Tom Keifer plans to release his debut solo album next spring under a new partnership with Merovee Records (a joint venture with Worldwide Pants, Inc.). His camp put out these details:

The as-yet-untitled collection of 14 new songs ranges from intimate, organic, acoustic tracks to driving hard rock. It embraces the blues, rock and country roots.

The upcoming release is a raw, introspective look at the roller coaster ride that has been Keifer's life for the past 15 years. From being told that he would never sing again as a result of a partially paralyzed left vocal cord, to the emotional and personal battles that followed, his solo debut is a story of perseverance, a testament to the power of passion and will, when combined with a true love of music.



Minus The Bear Release New Video and Streaming New Album Today
Minus The Bear have released a new music video for their new song "Steel and Blood" and are streaming their forthcoming album online today.

"Steel and Blood" comes from the band's forthcoming fifth album, Infinity Overhead, which will be out next Tuesday, August 28 on Dangerbird Records. The LP will be streaming in full on MinusTheBear.com all day today.

Filmed in the band's hometown Seattle and directed by Daniel Brown (Portugal. The Man), the tension-filled video follows a reckless, young couple in a destructive relationship of sex and violence. more on this story



Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven Campout Music Festival Details
Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven have announced the details of their 8th annual Campout Music Festival:

Campout 8 will take place September 13th, 14th and 15th at Pappy & Harriet's Pioneertown Palace in the High Desert of Southern California. The locale of this fest ties in perfectly with Cracker's own history as their signature album Kerosene Hat was recorded here back in 1993 in the now-closed movie soundstage next to the Palace.

This year's bill features Chris Shiflett & the Dead Peasants (of Foo Fighters), Gram Rabbit, Calamity, The Dangers, Lightning Starts Fire, The Piggies and Niantic. Along with full band performances from both Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven (the latter previewing new music from their forthcoming studio album), there will also be a number of performances from various members of both bands, including Jonathan Segel (performing material from his recent All Attractions double album), Victor Krummenacher, a special David Lowery/Johnny Hickman semi-acoustic Cracker duo set, as well as Johnny Hickman (performing material from his recent Tilting LP). more on this story



Cerebral Bore Wrapping Up Summer Slaughter and Preparing For Fall Tour
Cerebral Bore are wrapping up the Summer Slaughter tour With Cannibal Corpse, Periphery, Job For A Cowboy and Goatwhore and are getting ready to head to Europe for a tour with Dying Fetus.

Cerebral Bore guitarist Paul Mcguire comments: "We are now heading into the last week of Summer Slaughter, and so far it has been a truly awesome experience. We have gotten to know all bands on the tour as well as their crews, and it's gonna be pretty sad when the time comes to part ways.

The biggest thing for me personally has been getting to know and tour with the guys from Cannibal Corpse. These guys are my heroes, so there is a lot of room to be disappointed... but they have been amazing. We have gone out drinking with them, they've invited us onto their bus many times, fed us, watered us and supported us by wearing our shirts and watching stage-side. A real dream come true for all of us and we can't thank them enough. It's not over yet though, and we have a bunch of west coast shows still to come - the energy levels are still at max and we are raring to go, so bring it on!" more on this story



Jack White Taking His Show Across The Pond
(Gibson) Jack White has just announced a number of shows in the U.K. and Ireland in the fall, as part of his tour in support of Blunderbuss, White's first solo album.

The U.K./Ireland leg of the tour kicks off on October 31 in Dublin before heading to London, Bridlington, Blackpool, Birmingham, and finally Edinburgh on November 8.

The show in Blackpool is set to take place in the Empress Ballroom Arena, which is the same venue in which The White Stripes filmed their DVD Under Blackpool Lights. more on this story





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Singled Out: Tall Dark Stranger
Today Dee Allen a.k.a. Tall Dark Stranger tells us about the song "Angel of Seduction" from the album "There It Is" which features guest appearances by Ty Tabor (King's X), Josh Henson (Kellie Pickler), Duane Allen (Oak Ridge Boys) and more. Here is the story:

The title phrase popped into my head after meeting a very attractive girl while going to pay my rent. We spoke briefly, and she seemed receptive, and was "my type" appearance-wise, so of course I got all excited about getting together with her. We exchanged numbers. Within a day or two, I got a call from her number, and some dude opens the conversation with "You don't want to know me." (Dramatic much?) He said he was her fiance, and started asking if I was the guy he had caught her in bed with recently. Wowwwwww. She called shortly after that, but at that point I couldn't believe a word she said, so that was the end of it.

It struck me that this woman was so self-centered, and her actions so destructive, that the thought crossed my mind, "Maybe this is spiritual warfare, and she's some kind of demonic spirit in human form". So then, boom, "Angel of Seduction". I did a bit of research on angel lore, and chose to mention the angel Zadkiel, but couldn't find a pronunciation, so if I'm saying it wrong…. sue me, go write your own angel song.

Musically, the idea was to see if I could use the same chord progression through the whole song, but keep it interesting by changing up the arrangement every few bars. It walks the line between heavy and danceable; one friend described it as "Nine Inch Nails meets Duran Duran". The guitar part in the chorus is a nod to one of my heroes, Paul Stanley. It's a close approximation of his live intro to "Black Diamond".

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



Judas Priest Share Us Festival Footage
(hennemusic) On September 4, Judas Priest will release the "Screaming For Vengeance Special 30th Anniversary Edition" package which will feature not only the remastered original album plus bonus tracks, but also a live DVD from the 1983 US Festival show, filmed in San Bernardino, CA on May 29, 1983.

The US Festival live DVD was filmed on Heavy Metal Day, which was headlined by Van Halen. It set the single-day concert attendance record for the U.S. with an estimated 375,000 people. "On the day that we performed, we flew in by helicopter — and the first sight we saw was that of thousands of abandoned cars piled up around the crests of the hills that surrounded the festival arena, which as we went over took our breath away," said Priest in a statement. "For there, below us, spread throughout hundreds of acres was a massive crowd — over three hundred thousand strong! The summer heat was raging and combined with the hot Santa Ana winds made for a scorching metal furnace on stage."

Priest have offered up a preview of their US Festival performance, as they rock through the opening numbers of their set - "The Hellion" and "Electric Eye." Check it out here.



Metallica Streaming Orion and And Justice For All Live Video
(hennemusic) Metallica have posted official footage from the seventh show of their recent 8-date run in Mexico City.

The August 7th video includes the band running through "Orion" in the Tuning Room and the title track to their album, "…And Justice For All," from the concert.

The 1988 'Justice' release was the band's fourth studio album, and first full record since the passing of bassist Cliff Burton, who died in a bus crash on tour two years earlier. Check out the video here.



Marilyn Manson Releases Slo-mo-tion Video
Marilyn Manson has released a new music video for his latest single release "Slo-mo-tion".

The clip, which was directed by Manson himself, is the second to be released from his latest album Born Villain. Watch it here.

Manson will also hit the road with Rob Zombie this fall, co-headlining The "Twins of Evil" Tour. The tour kicks off September 28th in Phoenix and concludes state-side on Halloween in Dallas. more on this story



Metric Streaming First Part Of Documentary Online
Metric has posted the first of four episodes of their Synthetica mini-documentary.

The documentary is said to be the ultimate behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Metric's fifth full-length studio album, Synthetica.

Episode 2 will be shared later this week with episodes 3 and 4 to follow next week. For now you can watch episode one here.



The 69 Eyes Release Album Video Trailer
The 69 Eyes have released the second video trailer for their forthcoming album, X.

The album is set to be release in North America on October 9, 2012 via Nuclear Blast. Check out the trailer here.

The 69 Eyes recently shot a music video for the album's first single, "Red," with renowned producer, Patric Ullaeus (Dimmu Borgir, Dream Evil, Keep Of Kalessin), which will premiere in the coming weeks.

Today's Day In Rock News!

Marilyn Manson Jams With The Doors
Fans at the Sunset Strip Music Festival received a special treat during Marilyn Manson's set Saturday night.
Manson was joined on stage by The Doors legends Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger to perform The Doors classics 'People Are Strange', 'Love Me Two Times' and 'Five to One'.

Manson was headlining the annual event that took place over the weekend on the famed Sunset Strip in Hollywood. Organizers decided this year to celebrate the music and legacy of The Doors. NME has fan filmed footage of one of the Manson and Doors jams here.



Dance Gavin Dance Part Ways With Jonny Craig
Dance Gavin Dance have parted ways with controversial singer Jonny Craig and have reportedly already replaced him.

Craig broke the news to fans via a series of Twitter posts on Monday that the band had let him go, saying in part that they "want to go harder and I don't, so they have found another singer."

Who is that singer? PropertyOfZack reports that an unnamed source has confirmed to them that the band has hired Tilian Pearson (ex-Tides Of Man) to replaced Craig. Who the source is and their relation to the band was not reported by the site. more on this story



Fred Durst Not Booted Off WWE For Middle Finger
(TMZ) Fred Durst DID NOT get kicked out of WWE's SummerSlam Sunday night for giving the middle finger to the camera, despite reports to the contrary ... in fact, the real reason he left the main arena was to apologize to the producers.

The web has been blowing up this morning with reports that Durst was hauled out of the Staples Center in L.A. Sunday night because he flipped off the camera during the broadcast ... a big no, no on a family friendly show.

A rep for the WWE tells TMZ ... the reports are 100% FALSE. The "Limp Bizkit" frontman didn't get the boot, he just felt so bad following the incident, he immediately went backstage to apologize for his actions.

The rep notes, "We appreciate Fred's apology. However, we take our family-friendly environment very seriously and this was a violation of that. We sincerely apologize to our fans."

Not only did Durst peace out early to apologize ... he claims he also wanted to beat the legendary L.A. traffic following the show. Durst tweeted, "I was leaving to beat the traffic! Haha, security escorting me out?? WWE is family. hahaha. Is this really a rumor? Amazing. My boys at WWE are cracking up! Note -- never leave early to beat traffic!" more on this story



Jason Bonham Postpones Led Zeppelin Experience Dates
(hennemusic) Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Experience have postponed a series of shows previously announced for next month.

The dates include concerts in Chile and Australia during the first half of September.

The band posted the news, saying, "Hey Zep fans, we are sad to announce that unfortunately our September dates have been postponed for the moment. But not to worry, we are working on rerouting! We hope to see you all soon!" more on this story



Green Day Themed Angry Birds Coming
(hennemusic) A new Green Day-themed version of the popular video game Angry Birds is on its way. The Angry Birds Friends game features 10 never-before-seen levels, as well as all new Green Day pig characters.

Fans can also unlock the new song, "Troublemaker," off the band's upcoming album "¡Uno!," which is due next month.

"We're all fans of Angry Birds," said Billie Joe Armstrong. "It's such an addictive game that when we first started playing it we couldn't stop." more on this story



Dethklok Releasing New Album This Rocktober
Dethklok have set an October 16, 2012 North America release date for their new album, Metalocalypse: Dethklok Dethalbum III. Their camp sent over these details:

The Dethalbum III is once again co-produced by Metalocalypse co-creator Brendon Small and Dethklok producer Ulrich Wild (The Dethalbum and Dethalbum II). The cover art was also illustrated by The Dethalbum and Dethalbum II cover artist Antonio Canobbio.

Dethalbum III will not only be released in its original CD and digital format, but also as a Deluxe Edition CD/DVD and a clean version of the CD. The Deluxe Edition CD/DVD will include a 32-minute behind-the-scenes documentary of the making of Dethalbum III, as well as music videos and much more. A vinyl edition of the album with special etching will be released on November 6, 2012. more on this story



Thrice Anthology Coming In October
Thrice have set an October 30, 2012 release date for Anthology, a 4-Lp/2-Cd Live collection that was recorded during their recent farewell tour.

"This is a live record that is truly live," commented drummer Riley Breckenridge. "There are no overdubs, no edits and no pitch corrections. We wanted this to be an honest and accurate representation of a show from our Farewell Tour and a memento for our fans, and that's exactly what it is."

Thrice announced last fall that they were putting the band on hiatus after 13 years together and eight full-length releases and then embarked on a farewell tour. more on this story



Napalm Death and Municipal Waste Plan Fall Tour
Napalm Death will be teaming up with Municipal Waste to launch a co-headlining North American tour this fall.

The tour will be feature Vektor, Dayglo Abortions, Attitude Adjustment, and Speedwolf on select dates.

The five week trek will kick off on October 26th in Springfield, Va and will wrap up on December 1st in Tampa, FL. Napalm Death and Municipal Waste will then take part in the Barge To Hell and the pre-party. more on this story



As I Lay Dying Set New Album Release
Metal Blade have set a September 25th release date for As I Lay Dying's new album, Awakened.

The group plan to celebrate the album release by headlining a special album release show, but have not yet announced details.

They will begin touring in support of the album on October 15, when they kick off a European tour with Trivium, Caliban and Upon A Burning Body before returning to the U.S. in November for a nationwide tour. more on this story



Baroness Recovering From Bus Crash
Baroness checked in with fans yesterday via their Facebook page with an update following their hospitalization last week for a major tour bus crash in the UK.

Frontman John Baizley, drummer Allen Bickle and bassist Matt Maggioni are currently recovering in the hospital and guitarist Pete Adams has been released from the hospital and has returned home to the United States according to Antiquiet.

The group took to their Facebook page on Monday to thank their fans and posted a photo from the hospital. They wrote, "Thank you to all of you who have been sending the tidal wave of positivity our way. We are uplifted by its sheer magnitude, and power. Every single one of you is making our days and nights easier and our recovery quicker. Thank you all so much, we are truly lucky to have such incredible people on our side. A sincere and heartfelt thank you from each of us to each of you." You read more about the accident and see the hospital and crash photos here.



Nonpoint Launch North American Tour
Nonpoint have hit the road for a late summer/fall headline tour of North America ahead of their new album release.

The tour kicked off last week in Pennellville, NY and will run through November.

Nonpoint will release their new self-titled album this October and was produced/mixed by Grammy Nominated Producer, Johnny K (Disturbed, Staind, Megadeth) and also features some additional production and mixing from Brian Virtue (30 Seconds To Mars, Chevelle). more on this story



Widespread Panic's Jimmy Herring Releases New Solo Album
Widespread Panic guitarist Jimmy Herring today released his second solo album, Subject To Change Without Notice and is on the road this week supporting it. We were sent these details:

With Subject To Change Without Notice, Herring has compiled eight original songs highlighted by the addition of amazing covers, including the Mahavishnu Orchestra's "Hope", George Harrison's "Within You Without You" and Jimmy McGriff's "Miss Poopie". As one of the industry's top-tier performance and recording guitarists, Herring has once again illuminated the art form that transcends any categorization.

With Herring on lead guitar, the album also features such top notch musicians as Neal Fountain, Etienne Mbappe (Bass), Jeff Sipe, Tyler Greenwell (Drums), Matt Slocum (Piano/Keys). In addition, making special guest appearances on the album are Bela Fleck (Banjo), and Bill Evans (Sax) and Nicky Sanders (Violin) from the Steep Canyon Rangers. more on this story


Flyleaf Release First New Song In Three Years
Good news for Flyleaf fans, the three year wait for new music from the band is officially over.

The band released their first new single in three years today. "New Horizons" is the first new track and the name of the band's forthcoming third album. Full details about the album and the release date will be announced shortly.

"'New Horizons' expresses a feeling of looking toward the unknown future with hope," commented bass player Pat Seals. more on this story



Paul Simon Live In New York City CD, DVD and Blu-Ray Coming
Paul Simon Live In New York City will be release on September 18th in three formats: 2-CD/1-DVD special package, Blu-Ray and Standard DVD.

The release was captured during the first leg of Paul Simon's, 2011 U.S. tour, he played a special club performance for hometown fans at New York City's Webster Hall.

The 20-song, 90-minute set list was drawn from his career and includes several songs that haven't been performed live in many years. "Kodachrome," "Mother and Child Reunion," "Gone At Last" and "The Obvious Child" are just some of the highlights as well as songs from Simon's most recent album, 2011's So Beautiful or So What (Hear Music/Concord Music Group) including "Dazzling Blue," "Rewrite," "The Afterlife" and the album's title track. more on this story



Darrell Scott and Tim O'Brien Releasing Live Album
Darrell Scott and Tim O'Brien will release their joint live album, We're Usually a Lot Better Than This, on October 9.

The album was recorded during two separate concerts at the Grey Eagle in Asheville, N.C. in 2005 and 2006. The shows were benefits for the Arthur Morgan School, where both had children attending as students at the time. (It's not their first recording together; the Grammy-nominated studio album Real Time in 2000 was their debut as a duo.)

"With Tim and me, it's all fair game," says Scott of the collaboration. "We are fearless and we egg each other on toward the edge of crash and burn. Hopefully there's more burn than crash here." more on this story



All That Remains' Phil Labonte Part of New Season Of 3-Gun Nation
Razor and Tie sent over word that All That Remains' Phil Labonte is part of the new season of 3-Gun Nation. Here is the official word:

3GN TV host Mark Wills, a multi-platinum country singer and voice over talent instigates a new challenge by inviting fellow musician and gun enthusiast Phil Labonte (of the rock/metal band All That Remains) to join the show.

The season-long, head-to-head challenge features two lead singers receiving instructional sessions from pro 3-Gunners while comparing their individual progress throughout the experience. more on this story



Jon Anderson Going South
Original YES vocalist and songwriter Jon Anderson will be hitting the road next month for a South America tour.

More dates in Argentina to be announced soon as well as a special concert in Chile late November with the Youth Orchestra of Santiago.

In other news, Jon played a special one-off concert on August 8th at the Sadler's Wells Theater in London. This was the first time Jon had performed in the UK since his tour with Rick Wakeman in 2010. "The concert in London was with the Slovakian Chamber Orchestra with the help of my good friend composer Peter Machajdik plus a semi acoustic group I performed with a couple of years ago in Bratislava," says Jon. In honor of the UK 2012 Olympics, Jon recorded a vocal version of the Vangelis song "Chariots of Fire" titled "Race To The End", with lyrics penned by Jon. more on this story



The Wedding Releasing New Album Next Month
Tooth & Nail Records have set a September 25th release date for The Wedding's new album, No Direction.

The Wedding features frontman Matt Shelton (formerly of Letter Kills. On the album's title, Shelton explains, "No Direction" means cutting ties with the idea that you can prepare your life in such a way to keep you from danger. As C.S. Lewis said, it's an illusion of safety. We are meant to live life unabashed and free, and this can only happen in the face of danger; which to most is the idea of not knowing where you are going. It is when we have No Direction at all and still we press on, trusting that the great unknown will be our rescue and not the demise we are so fearful of. We went into making this record with complete reckless abandon. We tried to write the record that we wanted and needed to hear."

"We are stoked to join the family at Tooth & Nail. It's exciting to get to make the records we want to make with so many good friends," says Shelton more on this story



A Sound Of Thunder Begin Work On New Album
A Sound Of Thunder have started work on their third full-length album, Time's Arrow, which they expect to be released in early 2013.

The band has entered Assembly Line Studios with producer Kevin "131" Gutierrez (Shinedown, While Heaven Wept, Raven), who produced the band's 2012 release, Out of the Darkness.

The centerpiece of the album is the 9-minute sci-fi themed title track. Guitarist and composer Josh Schwartz describes the track as "a high octane headbanger with an unforgettable riff and an engaging story. Stylistically it's Iron Maiden meets Rush with a bit of Meatloaf thrown in for bombast." The tale begun in the lyrics is expanded in a short story by drummer Chris Haren, available in the limited box set edition of Time's Arrow. more on this story



B Sides


Singled Out: Project 86
Project 86's new album, 'Wait For The Siren,' is being release today and to celebrate we asked frontman Andrew Schwab to tell us about the track "Fall, Goliath, Fall". Here is the story:

I had a specific vision for this song. I wanted a song that would harken visions of epic medieval battles, where families fight for land against evil oppressors.

The picture I had in my mind was a metaphor for the obstacles we face as artists in this industry, but I also wanted it to symbolize the plight of any underdog in any walk of life. We employed the use of a mandolin and a hammered dulcimer to give the song an epic, dramatic sound.

As I wrote with my friend Andrew Welch over Skype, and the song came together, I got chills, even before the vocals were written. I knew we had a special song. Then, when I actually laid down the vocals in the studio while recording the album version-which was the first time I had ever sang them-I almost came out of my skin with joy. It was one of those moments that justifies all the hard work and sleepless nights which come as a part of doing this for a living. It was one of those moments that only happens a few times in your whole career, and that is if you are lucky.

We have all faced insurmountable odds, or a seemingly undefeatable adversary at various points in our lives. When we encounter a Goliath, how will we respond? Will we cower in fear?

When he falls, we mount his head on a pike, high amidst our camp, as a monument to this event in our lives.

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



Audio of Metallica's Deep Purple Tribute Goes Online
(hennemusic) Metallica are one of the acts featured on the forthcoming Deep Purple project, "Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head."

Due September 25, the compilation CD presents re-interpretations of Deep Purple's landmark 1972 album with songs recorded by Iron Maiden, Chickenfoot, Black Label Society and more.

Metallica covers "When A Blind Man Cries," a song recorded during the 1971 sessions. The tune did not appear on the album's original release, but was issued as the B-side to the single, "Never Before." "Blind Man" was eventually included on the 25th Anniversary 2CD edition of "Machine Head." more on this story



The Cult Preview Honey From A Knife Video
(hennemusic) The Cult are gearing up for the release of their new video, "Honey From A Knife." The track is the latest single from the band's latest album, "Choice Of Weapon."

Co-produced by Chris Goss (Queens of the Stone Age, U.N.K.L.E.) and longtime collaborator Bob Rock (Metallica, Aerosmith), "Choice of Weapon" was made in several studios, including the band's own Witch Mountain, as well as spots in New York City, Los Angeles and the California desert.

The full video will be posted on Thursday, but The Cult have offered up a preview clip for fans to check

Today's Day In Rock News!

Russian Band Sentenced To Two Years In Jail
Russian punk band Pussy Riot was sentenced to two years in jail for publicly criticizing Vladimir Putin.
The 1st Five report that the group has been sentenced on Friday to two years in jail, for "crudely [undermining] social order" by protesting the Russian leader.

The trio was arrested following a guerrilla performance/protest at Moscow's main church, singing a "punk prayer" to the Virgin Mary to deliver Russian from Vladimir Putin. The 1st Five have a video report with more details here.



Sebastian Bach's Book May Make Motley Crue's Dirt Look Clean
(hennemusic) Sebastian Bach has wrapped up a series of summer dates promoting his 2011 release, "Kicking & Screaming." One of the next projects on Bach's plate may be writing his autobiography.

Sebastian tells The Macomb Daily that he's been approached to write his memoir, which he predicts will make Motley Crue's "The Dirt" "look clean" if he decides to take that tack.

"It seems like such an overwhelming project, so don't hold your breath for it," says Bach. "It has to blow me away before I release it. I want to write it by myself." more on this story



Dillinger Escape Plan Lose A Member
Dillinger Escape Plan have parted ways with rhythm guitarist Jeff Tuttle, who joined the band in 2007. Tuttle and the band have both commented on the departure.

The band had this to say: "Jeff Tuttle has been a valuable member of The Dillinger Escape Plan since the beginning of the Ire Works cycle. He started his time with us in mid 2006 in a period of turmoil, and his positivity and team player mentality, his enthusiasm, and his fire onstage, will always be appreciated and will never be forgotten. That being said, for now, as you will read, his future with us is uncertain, but whatever the future holds for our relationship with him, we love him and wish him well and success as a brother who has gone into battle with us for six years, and we hope he enjoys and finds creative fulfillment in film school and his future endeavors."

Jeff tells fans: "To the fans of Dillinger, and to the multitude of people I've met, kicked, guitar-smashed, face riffed, or otherwise touched, I'm writing this to formally announce that as of today I will be taking my departure from The Dillinger Escape Plan. The years I've spent with this band have been some of the greatest in my life. I've seen and done so many things I never thought possible and I will forever be grateful to these memories and to the band that made them possible. I'd like to thank everyone who has given me support and encouragement along the way and to express all the gratitude that fills my bones. Dillinger is a beast that cannot be contained and I have no doubts that the band will continue on the road of destruction. I wish them nothing but the best in the years to come. Music is in my blood and I will continue making it with Old Gods and my solo effort, Malo Konjche. I will also be taking the opportunity to study film and film production in the fall; something I've been deeply passionate about for many years. Life may lead me back to the Dillinger fold in the future, but for now I've decided to pursue these creative paths. The past six years have been amazing and I'm lucky to have made it out alive. I'll never forget the time we shared on stage… the scars won't let me." more on this story



60s Hit Maker Scott McKenzie Dead at 73
Scott McKenzie, best known for his hit 1967 song "San Francisco (Be Sure To Where Flowers In Your Hair)," died at his home on Saturday (August 18, 2012).

Cause of death was not immediately released but he had reportedly been ill prior to his death, according to TheMusicsOver.com.

Aside from "San Francisco (Be Sure To Where Flowers In Your Hair)," which was written by John Phillips of the Mamma & The Papas and reached the Top 5 on the charts, McKenzie co-wrote the Beach Boys 1988 No. 1 hit "Kokomo." Read more about him here.



Motorhead Offer More Previews Of New Album
(hennemusic) Motorhead are offering up some more previews of their new album, "The World Is Ours - Vol 2: Anyplace Crazy As Anywhere Else."

The project will be released in Europe on September 21, the UK on September 24 and October 9 in North America.

The follow-up to 2011's "The Wörld Is Ours – Vol 1: Everywhere Further Than Everyplace Else" will feature the band's 2011 Wacken Open Air headline appearance as well as highlights from Sonisphere (United Kingdom) and Rock In Rio (Brazil) shows. Check out the previews here.



Black Country Communion Set New Album Release
(hennemusic) The third album from Black Country Communion is due October 30, according to bassist Glenn Hughes.

Hughes tweeted about the project, which once again sees him team up with bandmates Joe Bonamassa on guitar, drummer Jason Bonham (Led Zeppelin, Foreigner) and keyboardist Derek Sherinian (Dream Theatre, Billy Idol, Alice Cooper).

Kevin Shirley is handling production duties, as he did with the band's first two albums. BCC have issued a few videos of their work in the studio, Watch it here.



Led Zeppelin DVD Goes 13 X Platinum
(hennemusic) Led Zeppelin have reached yet another sales milestone. The band's 2003 DVD has been certified thirteen times platinum by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association Of America) for sales in excess of 1.3 million copies in the U.S. alone.

The RIAA report includes designations for Zeppelin's release at levels of eleven, twelve and thirteen times platinum all being confirmed in July.

The double-DVD set features over five hours of never-before-available concert and performance footage from Zeppelin, spanning the years 1969 to 1979. more on this story



AC/DC Bon Scott Film Needs Producer
(hennemusic) After the official press release of an upcoming docu-drama film production about late AC/DC vocalist Bon Scott went viral on the internet last week, it has been learned that the film's organizers are seeking a producer to back the project.

"We have been approached by a number of prospective producers for this project in a fairly short period of time," said a source. "But, this is a historic opportunity for a producer to step in and back a project now with international credibility."

Much of the speculation centered around the project is who would handle the starring role portraying Scott. Moreover, who knew enough about the story to write a viable screenplay for the project? Rob Liotti took on the task. The singer has portrayed Scott onstage for years in his tribute band TNT and is actually an American musician, writer, and actor. more on this story




Duff McKagan's Loaded Headed Across The Pond This Fall
(Gibson) Duff McKagan's Loaded have announced a string of tour dates in the U.K. and Ireland for October and November, including shows as main support act for Alice Cooper and co-headlining dates with Ugly Kid Joe.

In addition, for one night only, McKagan will present a special live performance based on his best-selling memoir, It's So Easy: and Other Lies. During the special show, dubbed "Rock Stars Say the Funniest Things," McKagan will read excerpts from his autobiography, perform acoustically and participate in a Q&A session. This special event will take place at The Garage in London on October 23.

Duff McKagan Loaded's latest album, The Taking, was released in April 2011. The album is the band's first to feature new drummer Isaac Carpenter. more on this story





Doors Member Reacts To Mars Rover Playing "Break on Through"
(TMZ) One member of The Doors is amped the Mars Rover mission plays "Break on Through" as a wake-up call in the morning -- telling TMZ, it's the perfect song for an extraterrestrial ... because The Doors are basically aliens.

In case you didn't know, several crew members on the Mars Curiosity Rover Mission answered a bunch of questions on Reddit last week-- and one question involved the rover's "wake-up" songs ... i.e. songs played by mission control to start their day. (It's a Mars rover tradition, apparently)

According to one crew member, the wake-up song list includes the "Mission: Impossible" theme, "Wake Up Little Susie" by Simon and Garfunkel, "Come Fly With Me" by Frank Sinatra ... and the Doors hit classic.

But Doors drummer John Densmore tells TMZ, he's not surprised by the crew's song selection ... claiming, "The Doors were always considered 'different'... like from Mars... no bass player, no flower power."

Densmore adds, "[last Thursday] the mayor of West Hollywood declared it 'Doors Day.' It seems appropriate that we are also waking up the Curiosity on Mars." more on this story



SUNN 0))) Expand Fall Tour Plans
SUNN 0))) have expanded their upcoming Fall tour to now include eight cities on the eastern seaboard of the US.

With newly confirmed performances now confirmed in Brookline, Massachusetts, and New Britain, Connecticut, the tour includes performances at the first installment of The Power Of The Riff East in Brooklyn, New York, and Hopscotch Music Festival in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Dead In The Dirt will provide direct support for SUNN 0))) on all dates except the Hopscotch Festival. more on this story



New Cradle of Filth Coming This Halloween
Halloween will come a day early for Cradle of Filth fans as the band have set an October 30th North American release date for their new album, The Manticore & Other Horrors

Commented the band's infamous front man, Dani Filth, "This is our 10th commandment in metal. We have diversified and kept alive the spirit of this band and breathed it into something that I can proudly say, slays like an absolute motherf**ker. The Manticore is coming… Long live the filth!"

The album was recorded in eight weeks at both Springvale and Grindstone studios (where it was also mixed by Scott Atkins), Suffolk. more on this story



Joe Bonamassa Giving Away Song From New Double Live Album
Joe Bonamassa is giving away a free download of "Slow Train" which comes from his new double live album, which hit stores next month.

Joe Bonamassa: Beacon Theatre - Live From New York, from the sold-out two-night performance at New York City's legendary Beacon Theatre will be released as a 2-CD set on September 25th. But you can get a taste of what's to come with the free download here.

Special guests on the album include Beth Hart, John Hiatt and Paul Rodgers. This CD is the companion to the March release of the DVD and Blu-ray of the same name. more on this story



Sammy Hagar Wants Fan To Have His Shelby Mustang
(hennemusic) Red Rocker, and car collector, Sammy Hagar is selling his Shelby GT500 Coupe 2007 Mustang and wants a fan to own it.

"I bought another car recently and have run out of space!," says Hagar. "Instead of letting one sit outside I've chosen to sell one and chose this beast! But, I don't want to put it up on Barrett-Jackson and see it get marked up - I'd rather see a Redhead driving it and sell it at blue book! I bought this Shelby new and have driven it very little (low miles), plus it's been driven by Mike Anthony and Chad Smith during the recording of Chickenfoot III."

Details: Shelby GT500 Coupe 2007 Mustang, V8 Supercharged 5.4L engine, manual 6 speed transmission, cruise control, power steering, tilt wheel, premium sound with Shaker 1000 audio system, power seats, leather, rear spoiler, alloy wheels, premium trim package with Shelby Blue tape stripe. more on this story



Hetfield Recaps Metallica's Mexico City Run
(hennemusic) Metallica recently played a series of eight shows in Mexico City, where the band debuted a new stage set that featured highlights from the band's lengthy career.

Frontman James Hetfield spoke to the Mexican radio station Ibero 90.9 prior to the start of the shows last month, and was impressed with the level of support Metallica has in the region.

"To play anywhere in the world for eight shows is unbelievable," Hetfield said. "I don't think we could do it anywhere else. Mexico City stepped up, and every [concert] we put on sale, there was another one and another and it kept going. It was crazy! We probably could have kept going, as the passion here is unbelievable." Read more and watch video here.



Elvis Presley Fans Get Surprise Visit at Graceland
(Gibson) Elvis Presley fans who had gathered at Graceland to mark the 35th anniversary of the singer's death got a surprise Wednesday night when Priscilla Presley and Lisa Marie Presley joined them at the vigil. It was the first time Elvis's widow and daughter had appeared together at the annual gathering, according to an Associated Press report.

"You should see this from our point of view," said Priscilla Presley, looking out at the crowd from an elevated stage. Lisa Marie Presley stood alongside her, looking at thousands of lit candles held aloft by the fans. "It's truly a sight to behold."

The vigil marked the high point of Elvis Week, an annual Memphis event that celebrates the life of the legendary singer. Organizers estimate that 75,000 fans took part in the vigil. "I've always avoided this because I felt that it would be too emotional," said Lisa Marie Presley, "but I really felt it was important to come down here tonight. I love you very, very, very much." more on this story





B Sides


Singled Out: The Commuters
Today Zeeshan Zaidi, the lead singer of the New York-based alternative rock band The Commuters, tells us about the song "As I Make My Way" from their debut album "Rescue". Here is the story:

This song is about the vision I had all my life of becoming a professional musician and just going for it. I'd been in and around the music industry much of my career as a label executive and producer, but had put my own musical dreams on the back burner. One day I was deep in thought and said to myself: 'Some day I will die. And when that day comes I don't want to look back on my life and kick myself for not doing what deep down inside I've always wanted.' So I did it. Started writing and producing my songs with the aim of putting a band together and doing what I'm doing now. The song is about that moment, and going for it, and not worrying too much about outcomes — about giving it your all and just trusting that things will work out as they are supposed to.

Ironically, even though ended up being the obvious first single off the album, in the studio this was one of the last songs to come together. It was lagging a bit behind the other songs and I wasn't sure if it would even make the album. Then one day I said to Uri — let's take a cue from the song itself and lay down some cool parts, starting with a great intro, without caring too much about how it turns out. Just let it go. So then I came up with the two guitar parts you hear in the intro and put them down, and Uri was messing around with a keyboard and came up with the really killer synth riff, as well as the scratchy sound at the beginning. It was awesome that when we took the perspective of the song it actually helped the song itself.

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



Lynyrd Skynyrd's Fox and Friends Performance Streaming Online
(hennemusic) Lynyrd Skynyrd performed live from New York City Friday morning as part of the FOX & Friends "All American Concert Series."

The free live performance was the 13th of the 14-week outdoor concert series held in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, directly outside the FOX News studios (48th & 6th).

Skynyrd are out promoting the release of their new album, "Last of a Dyin' Breed," which will be out on Tuesday, August 21st. Watch the Fox performance here.



Nickelback Video Starring Jason Alexander and Brooke Burns Now Online
(hennemusic) Nickelback have released a new video for "Trying Not To Love You." The track is the fifth single from the band's latest album, 2011's "Here and Now."

The clip features Seinfeld's Jason Alexander as a coffee shop employee who falls in love with a customer, played by Baywatch's Brooke Burns.

Nickelback recently wrapped up an extensive North American tour and will fire up a European trek in Brussels, Belgium on September 6. Watch the video here.



The Gaslight Anthem Cover Pearl Jam
(hennemusic) The Gaslight Anthem released their fourth studio album, "Handwritten," last month.

The New Jersey rockers are promoting the album with a series of concert dates and promotional appearances, including a recent stop at Sirius XM's Alt Nation.

Satellite radio listeners were treated to a live session that included a cover of Pearl Jam's "State Of Love And Trust" (one of the bands previously produced by O'Brien); the song does not appear on the band's new album. Check it out here.



Metallica Share Blitzkrieg and Battery Performance Videos
(hennemusic) Metallica continue to roll out footage from their recent 8-date run in Mexico City. Up next is material from show number six at the Sports Palace, which happened on August 6.

Fans can check out video of Metallica rocking "Blitzkrieg" in the Tuning Room and the punishing "Master Of Puppets" track, "Battery," from the concert.

The final summer shows with the new stage set used in Mexico take place in Vancouver on August 24 and 25. Watch the video here.



The Darkness Preview New Album
(hennemusic) The Darkness return on Tuesday (Aug 21) with "Hot Cakes," the reunited band's third studio album and they are offering up a preview online.

The band's debut, 2003's "Permission To Land," hit the No. 1 spot in the U.K. chart and won the "MasterCard British Album" at the 2004 Brit Awards (along with "Best British Group" and "British Rock Act").

Between 2003 and 2006, The Darkness was honored with many awards and accolades; along with three Brit Awards, the band won an Ivor Novello in 2004 for "Songwriters Of The Year", four Kerrang! Awards, two Metal Hammer Awards, an MTV Europe Music Award and even an Elle Style Award in 2004 for "Most Stylish Band."

ANGEL COME TO ROCK CANDY:

The following three new Rock Candy titles are available now from www.rockcandyrecords.com for a discounted price including postage to anywhere in the world for the next two weeks ending on September 2.

PLEASE NOTE: These are the CD reissues. There will be a limited 500 edition exact-to-original 180g virgin white vinyl release of each title to follow shortly. Details will be announced in the next week.

Angel 'S/T' CANDY153 / And then there was Angel... Meticulously assembled as part of an advanced master plan to create the perfect rock band, Angel's manifest destiny revolved around two key components: that's killer hooks and killer looks. Seasoned players all, their arrival on the Los Angeles rock scene certainly put the cat amongst the pigeons in a world crying out for something fresh, original and very different. Based in Los Angeles, and signed to the forward thinking Casablanca label (home to Kiss and Parliament), Angel's debut album was issued in 1975 and received instant approval from anyone hip to the trip. Musically the focus was firmly on a sort of pioneering seventies mash-up of progressive and melodic hard rock, spearheaded by the extraordinary operatic vocals of Frank DiMino and the wildly dexterous keyboard virtuosity of Gregg Giuffria.
Produced by Englishmen Derek Lawrence (Deep Purple, Wishbone Ash) and session guitarist extraordinaire Big Jim Sullivan, the album is treasure trove of surprises and includes several songs that have since gone on to become standard bearers in the star spangled world of melodic-rock mayhem. For categorical proof look no further than the straight-from-the-hip attack of 'Rock & Rollers', 'On And On' and, arguably the greatest pomp-rock creation of all time, 'Tower', a pumping behemoth of a track with keyboards and guitars locked in mortal combat. No home should be without a copy.
24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 4,000 word essay about the making of the album, new interviews with the band, enhanced artwork and previously unseen photos spread out over a 16 page full colour booklet.
Track Listing: 1. Tower 2. Long Time 3. Rock & Rollers 4. Broken Dreams 5. Mariner 6. Sunday Morning 7. On & On 8. Angel (Theme).

Angel 'Helluva Band' CANDY154 - There have been many great bands that didn't receive the level of recognition due to them, but none have been more deserving than Angel. Cruelly denied the opportunity to bask in the spotlight of success, Angel's story is a tear-jerker in the grandest tradition. A great band, astonishing musicianship, sensational songs and a stunning stage show but for some reason doomed to cult status, maybe because they were - in effect - ahead of their time, far beyond the realms of previously known parameters. 'Helluva Band' was Angel's second album, and a record that took their brand of adventurous pomp-rock to astonishing levels. Unafraid of throwing everything and the kitchen sink into their music, they reached a new level of achievement which allowed every member of the band to excel at their craft. Singer Frank DiMino in particular, unleashes one of the definitive vocal performances of the era, an ostentatious operatic style that thrilled audiences back then and still continues to make its mark to this day.
Originally issued in 1976,and produced by British ex pats Derek Lawrence and Big Jim Sullivan in Los Angeles, the albums contains a clutch of 24 Karat showstoppers, including the epic 'Feelings', 'Mirrors', 'Pressure Point' and 'The Fortune', a progressive pomp-rock watershed with all the trimmings you might reasonably expect from such a genre defining band.
24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 4,000 word essay about the making of the album, new interviews with the band, enhanced artwork and previously unseen photos spread out over a 16 page full colour booklet.
Track Listing: 1. Feelin' Right 2. The Fortune 3. Anyway You Want It 4. Dr. Ice 5. Mirrors 6. Feelings 7. Pressure Point 8. Chicken Soup 9. Angel Theme.

Angel 'On Earth As It Is In Heaven' CANDY155 / It was a brilliant concept. Five immaculately coffered musicians dressed in virginal white and playing a flamboyant combination of progressive pomp rock with all the genre trimmings that you could possibly desire. Their stage show was equally as breathtaking, taking in everything from holograms to spectacular magic stunts. It was as if PT Barnum himself had formed a rock band and created the ultimate spectacle. 'On Earth As It Is In Heaven' was Angels' third album and showcases the band expanding their horizons by taking a more melodic hard rock path, but one with hooks and riffs to the fore. Just because the music was harder and edgier, isn't to say that they had abandoned their progressive roots altogether as Gregg Giuffria's keyboard work will testify.
Produced by seasoned sound man Eddie Kramer (Hendrix, Zeppelin), the songs here display a raw edge that provides guitarist Punky Meadows with a platform to unleash some of his best riffs, whilst vocalist extraordinaire Frank DiMino soars to new operatic heights. Songs such as 'Can You Feel It', 'Cast The First Stone' and 'White Lightning' explode with a sense of urgency that suggests the band were scaling new heights of creativity and feeling all the better for it. Oh, and check out the band's logo – it reads the same upside down, back to front and in a mirror!”
24-bit remastering from original source tapes, original Japanese mix and superior track sequence, 4,000 word essay about the making of the album, new interviews with the band, enhanced artwork and previously unseen photos spread out over a 16 page full colour booklet.
Track Listing: 1. Can You Feel It 2. She's A Mover 3. You're Not Fooling Me 4. That Magic Touch 5. Big Boy (Let's Do It Again) 6. White Lightning 7. Telephone Exchange 8. On The Rocks 9. Cast The First Stone 10. Just A Dream.

Today's Day In Rock News!

Gene Simmons Family Jewels Canceled
(Classic Rock) Gene Simmons' reality TV show won't return after its current seventh season, producers have announced.
Family Jewels is credited with turning round the fortunes of cable network A&E, which premiered the show in 2006.

The broadcaster says: "We could not be more proud of the unparalleled run. We'd like to thank Gene and his amazing family for their partnership, collaboration and for opening up their lives to us." More rock news.



Whitesnake Vomit Lawsuit
(Classic Rock) A Whitesnake fan is demanding £10,000 in compensation after she slipped in vomit during a concert and suffered injuries to her knees, neck and back.

Lindy Butcher, 39, attended David Coverdale's show at Newport Leisure Centre in Wales last December, during which she slipped. She realised what had caused her fall when another fan helped her up. [She is suing the Newport council not the band].

Managers have refunded her ticket price and say they'd been alerted that a clean-up was required, but due to the number of people in the venue, staff had been unable to locate the puddle of sick. more on this story



Soundgarden Set New Album Release Date
(hennemusic) The long-awaited new Soundgarden is on its way this fall. The group's as-yet-untitled reunion album is due for release on November 13.

In the upcoming August 30 issue of Rolling Stone, guitarist Kim Thayil talks about the project, saying "It re-establishes that we still rock, we're still heavy, and we're still a little weird."

Thayil also confirmed that tracks titled "Blood On The Valley Floor" and "A Thousand Days Before" will appear on the record. Speaking about the latter, Thayil described it as "a little Indian thing and some chicken-pickin. We call it 'country and eastern.'" more on this story



Baroness Members Remain Hospitalized For Bus Crash Injuries
Members of Baroness and their crew remain hospitalized following the accident where their tour bus fell 30 feet off of a viaduct on a road outside of Bath, England early on Wednesday morning. Their camp sent over this update:

John Baizley has broken his left arm and left leg. Allen Blickle and Matt Maggioni each suffered fractured vertebrae. All three remain in the hospital as of this writing. Pete Adams has been treated and released from the hospital.

Three of the five crew members who were on the bus have also been treated and released. One member is still undergoing testing. The driver of the bus remains in critical condition.



Seinfeld's Jason Alexander and Baywatch Star In New Nickelback Video
Nickelback have recruited Seinfeld's Jason Alexander and Baywatch's Brooke Burns to star in their new music video.

The video for the song, "Trying Not To Love You," will debut today (Friday, Aug. 17th) at 9:00am EST though their YouTube channel here.

"Trying Not To Love You" is the fifth single from Nickelback's latest album, Here and Now. If you read this report before the debut, you can get a taste of what's to come with this preview.



Kid Rock Records Anthem For Detroit Lions
(Gibson) Kid Rock is getting into the fall football spirit. The Detroit Rock City musician is one of the many artists partnering with Pepsi to celebrate all things football through music. The musicians have recorded their own anthems for their home teams, which will be unleashed via PepsiAnthems.com and available for download.

Kid Rock, being a Detroit guy, has whipped up a song in honor of none other than the Detroit Lions. (This Lions fan can't wait to hear it.) Kid Rock's ditty is expected to be released in the coming weeks, and once it's out, fans will be able to download the track with the redemption codes on specially marked packages of Pepsi, Diet Pepsi and Pepsi MAX.

While Kid Rock is representing rock in the promotion, Pepsi has also tapped artists from the pop, country and hip-hop realms for the promotion. Other musicians taking part in the campaign include Kelly Clarkson (the Dallas Cowboys), Ice Cube (the Oakland Raiders) and Travie McCoy (the New York Giants). The final song to be released with the campaign will be a remixed version of Wiz Khalifa's #1 track, "Black and Yellow," for the Pittsburgh Steelers. more on this story





Muse Push Back Album Release And First Single Out Next Week
Muse have pushed back the release of their new album, The 2nd Law, from the original September 18th date to an October 2nd release.

"Madness" will be the first single from album will be released digitally and also to radio around the world on Monday (August 20th).

The album release will be followed by a tour of Europe starting in France on October 16 and including five UK shows. The UK dates start in Glasgow on October 24 and include two nights at London's O2 Arena, one night in Birmingham and one in Manchester. They will return to the United States in 2013. more on this story



Stone Sour Reveal New Album Details
Roadrunner sent over word that Stone Sour will release the first installment of their double album House of Gold & Bones Part 1 on October 23, 2012. The second installment will be released in 2013.

The album was recorded at Sound Farm Studios just outside of the band's native Des Moines, Iowa with producer David Bottrill (Tool, Muse, Staind) at the helm.

The band is sharing the first two tracks from Part 1, titled "Gone Sovereign" and "Absolute Zero," here . Guitarist Josh Rand states, "House of Gold & Bones takes everything that's great about this band and amplifies it. The riffs, the lyrics, the grooves and the songs are like Stone Sour times 10. There's also heavy stuff that's like nothing we've ever done before . It's dark as hell and a complete experience from the first track to the last." more on this story



Mark Hunter To Carry On With Chimaira
Chimaira vocalist Mark Hunter has issued a lengthy letter to fans addressing their concern about the future of the group following the departure of all long-term members aside from Hunter.

Here is what he had to say: The last few years have been bizarre, to say the least. Chimaira went through an insane amount of changes that would have killed 99% of the bands out there, and all things considered, probably should have killed us, too.

Since 2009, we've switched labels, management companies, booking agents, merchandisers, and unfortunately, band members.

Like many bands, we were tested in order to survive an ever-changing industry. There were various suggestions implemented to try and improve our situation; some methods worked, some not so much. Regardless, we all had different ideas and life goals that ultimately led to where we are today. Find out where that is.



Bob Dylan & The Band DVD Coming Next Month
MVD have set a September 25th release date for Bob Dylan & The Band "Down In The Flood" on DVD.

The DVD features exclusive new interviews with Garth Hudson, Ronnie Hawkins, band producer John Simon & tour drummer Mickey Jones.

Here is the synopsis: In 1966 Bob Dylan began his first electric world tour. It was a landmark moment, both for Dylan and for the history of rock music, and it bitterly divided his audience. more on this story



Rare 1981 Van Halen TV Appearance Goes Online
(hennemusic) A rare Van Halen video from 1981 has surfaced online. A few weeks after the band completed its North American tour in support of the "Fair Warning" album, Van Halen were in Italy to film a TV appearance to further the promotion of the project.

Van Halen's lip-sync performance of "Mean Street" was originally recorded November 14, 1981, and was re-broadcast this summer by Italian television channel Rai Storia.

Release in April of '81, "Fair Warning" was the fourth studio album by Van Halen. Featuring classics like "Unchained," Hear About It Later" and "So This Is Love?", the record went on to sell more than two million copies. Watch the video here.



Steven Adler To Debut New Band On Kiss Kruise
Former Guns N Roses drummer Steven Adler's new group Adler will make their live debut aboard the forthcoming Kiss Kruise.

The Kruise is will which will launch on Halloween from Miami, FL and sail to Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas onboard the Norwegian Pearl.

"I'm really excited to debut my new band by playing with Kiss" states Steven Adler. "Kiss has always been one of my favorite bands and they are all great guys. The cruise is sure to be an amazing time!" more on this story




Geoff Tate Launching His Own Version of Queensryche
(Classic Rock) Queensryche fans have been left bemused as sacked singer Geoff Tate delivered on his threat to launch his own version of the band.

He's announced that next year he'll front an "all-star lineup" for an anniversary tour under the title Queensryche Starring Geoff Tate, The Original Voice.

Last month he went to court in an attempt to stop his former bandmates using their name, arguing that they couldn't do so without support of 80% of their company directors, which they couldn't achieve since he was 25% of the board.

When that failed, he argued that the ruling meant they were free to call themselves Queensryche – but that he could do the same. more on this story



World Premiere of All-Star Deep Purple Tribute Album Airs Today
The all-star Re-Machined A Tribute To Deep Purple's Machine Head album is set to hit stores on September 25 but you can hear some of the tracks today.

Eddie Trunk will premiere several songs from Re-Machined on his syndicated radio show on Q104 FM (New York) today, August 17. He posted some details here.

Meanwhile, Eagle Rock sent out some new details about the album including an interesting back story to Iron Maiden's cover of "Space Truckin," which was actually recorded back in 2006. Lead singer Bruce Dickinson explains, "Initially we didn't think we'd be able to contribute anything due to our touring commitments. Then we remembered 'Space Truckin' which we'd recorded as a single B-side during our A Matter Of Life And Death album session, but never used. However now, thanks to Kevin Shirley's remixing skills, we're able to include it on Re-Machined" more on this story



Green Day To Perform at 2012 MTV Video Music Awards
(Gibson) Green Day have signed on to perform at the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards. The show will air Sept. 6 with comedian Kevin Hart hosting.

According to MTV.com, the trio are planning to play fresh tracks from their upcoming trilogy of albums, ¡Uno!, ¡Dos! and ¡Tré! on the show.

¡Uno! is scheduled to hit stories and online outlets on Sept. 25, while ¡Dos! and ¡Tré! are set for release on Nov. 13, and Jan. 15, respectively. more on this story





Earth Plan U.S. Tour This Fall
Earth will be embarking on a month long tour of the U.S. this fall as part of their world tour in support of their two-part Angels of Darkness, Demons of Light album series.

The trek is set to kick off on October 24th in Portland, Or and will wrap up on November 25th in Seattle, Wa.

The band will also make an appearance at the Fun Fun Fun Fest in Austin, Texas on November 2nd as part of the trek. They will have various support acts along the way. more on this story



Toadies and Helmet Fall Tour
Toadies have mapped out the 2nd leg of their coheadlining North American tour with Helmet which will take place this fall.

The new leg will be hitting the west coast with some southern dates including the 5th annual Dia De Los Toadies in New Braunfels, TX (which will also have the only Texas area appearances for Helmet and Mariachi El Bronx.)

Toadies will be touring in support of their latest release, Play.Rock.Music, which was released at the end of July. more on this story




Jack Russell Says New Great White Music Is Blasphemous
(Classic Rock) Jack Russell describes the music of Great White with new singer Terry Ilous as "blasphemous."

The sacked frontman says: "They don't sound bad – how could they? These are guys I played with for 30 years. I didn't play with those guys because they're slouches. But the sound of the band is completely changed, and it's not like it's a singer that's remotely in league with what I did."

Great White guitarist Mark Kendall recently described Russell's own current performances as "ugly". More rock news.



Journey's Neal Schon Settles With Salahi
(Classic Rock) Journey guitarist Neal Schon has settled a lawsuit with girlfriend Machaele Salahi's estranged husband.

Tareq Salahi went to court after his wife left him for Schon, alleging she'd "lived a double life" with the musician for years.

Schon has reached an agreement with Salahi, but the terms are confidential. A band spokesman says: "Neal and Journey are very pleased with the resolution of all legal issues." more on this story




New Zealand's Six60 Confirm North American Tour
New Zealand's Six60 are getting ready to bring their mix of rock, soul and dub step to North America for a tour this Rocktober.

After overcoming visa issues this spring, the band has everything sorted and will be hitting North American shores in October for dates across Canada and the U.S.

They will be touring in support of their self-titled debut. The tour is set to kick off on October 2nd in Bellingham WA and wrap up on October 21st in Toronto. more on this story



A Loss For Words Hitting The Road With Chiodos
Chiodos have recruited A Loss For Words to support them for a three dates next week on their fall tour.

In addition to the Chiodos dates, A Loss For Words will also be headlining a short string of U.S. dates before heading over to Russia and Europe for a headline tour, which will see them performing at Warped UK on Nov. 10 in London.

A Loss For Words recently released an acoustic EP titled Returning To Webster Lake, which is streaming here and they will be touring in support of their latest album, No Sanctuary. more on this story



Immolation Recording New Album
(SPR) Immolation have entered Sound Studios in Millbrook, NY with longtime producer Paul Orofino to record their ninth full-length album.

The follow up to their 2010 release Majesty and Decay, will once again be mixed and mastered by Zack Ohren (All Shall Perish, Decrepit Birth, Suffocation).

"Just got out of the studio a couple of days ago, here in Europe now getting ready to do some open air festivals," commented guitarist and dead ringer for Anton LaVey, Robert Vigna. "The new album will have 10 tracks of some of the most intensely dark material we have ever written! Very powerful and very heavy. Steve (Shalaty – drums) really pushed it all to the limits on this one too. more on this story



B Sides


P.O.D. Release Higher Video
P.O.D. have posted their new music video for their forthcoming single, "Higher" online. The track will be the 2nd single from the band's new album, Murdered Love

The video for "Higher" was filmed with director Ramon Boutisveth (All That Remains, For Today, Trivium). The band also partnered with Harley Davidson for this video and the video features a number of Harley Davidson motorcycles.

Talking about the "Higher" video, Sonny reveals, "We went through a bunch of treatments, and we loved the fact that the director wanted to do the video in San Diego. It's our hometown. The treatment had a good vibe, and it reminded us of how we felt when we saw the video for 'Alive'." Watch the video here.



Metallica Release Footage From Outside Lands Fest
(hennemusic) Last weekend, Metallica were one of the headliners at the Outside Lands Music Festival in their hometown of San Francisco.

The metal icons played Saturday as part of a sold-out weekend event that also featured performances by Foo Fighters, Neil Young & Crazy Horse and Stevie Wonder.

Metallica are now sharing some footage from Outside Lands, including a run through of "Hell And Back" in the Tuning Room, as well as "Blackened" from the concert.

Today's Day In Rock News!

Lotto Winner Would Buy Guns N' Roses Reunion?
(Classic Rock) Adrian Bayford had two dreams and one of them just came true when he won an incredible £148m on the Euromillions lottery at the weekend. And that puts the Englishman in a good place to try and make his other dream happen too: he'd love to get Guns N' Roses' classic lineup back together.
It's not very likely, of course, with several members of the band having repeated it'll never take place, and frontman Axl Rose's no-show at their induction into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame earlier this year.

The Deep Purple and Iron Maiden supporter says: "I think I would just have to get Guns N' Roses together – the original lineup, mind. I'm a real fan." more on this story



Sea World Never Used Motley Crue Songs
(hennemusic) Last week, Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee sent a note to Sea World asking the theme park to stop using his band's music and to shut down its "Shanu Rocks" shows for the sake of the animals but apparently Motley were never a part of the show.

SeaWorld VP of Communications Fred Jacobs. "We have never played a Motley Crue song in any Shamu show, nor will we. I can assure you the volume of music played during parts of our killer-whale shows poses no risk at all to our animals."

The park's response failed to satisfy the Crue drummer, who replied to Jacobs/Sea World with a follow-up note of his own. You can read it here.



Randy Blyrhe Says Fan's Death Reminded Him Of Losing His Baby Girl
(Classic Rock) Randy Blythe says his recent manslaughter charge has reminded him of how his baby daughter died – and that's why he has nothing but sympathy for the family of the fan who lost his life in 2010.

The Lamb of God singer spent five weeks in jail, all but ignored by US authorities, in connection with the death of Daniel Nosek, who suffered a brain haemorrhage weeks after allegedly striking his head while Blythe's band performed in Prague.

He's already vowed he'll return to the Czech Republic to stand trial after he was freed following weeks of legal wrangles. But now he reveals the experience has left him thinking about Sarah Fisher Blythe, his daughter, who passed away soon after her birth in 2000. more on this story



Motorhead Preview New Album
(hennemusic) Motorhead are offering a preview of their new album, "The World Is Ours - Vol 2: Anyplace Crazy As Anywhere Else," which will be released in Europe on September 21, the UK on September 24 and October 9 in North America.

The follow-up to 2011's "The Wörld Is Ours – Vol 1: Everywhere Further Than Everyplace Else" will feature the band's 2011 Wacken Open Air headline appearance as well as highlights from Sonisphere (United Kingdom) and Rock In Rio (Brazil) shows.

"The Wörld Is Ours - Vol 2: Anyplace Crazy As Anywhere Else" will be available as a digipack (DVD plus two CDs), double-CD, double-vinyl (Wacken Open Air show), Blu-ray and direct-to-consumer version featuring 2 CDs, a DVD/Blu-ray and a special booklet. Check out the preview.



Aerosmith's Joe Perry Not Sure How Much To Include in Autobiography
(hennemusic) Aerosmith recently wrapped up their summer Global Warming tour and are now working towards the November 6th release of their new album, "Music From Another Dimension."

Guitarist Joe Perry also has another project on the go: his autobiography. "I expect there will be a fair amount about me and Steven [Tyler], considering I've spent a good part of my life with him and three other guys," Perry told the Atlanta Journal-Constitutionrecently.

"The reality of writing it is starting to sink in, but I'm mostly wondering how much I want to put in the book and what to keep out." more on this story



The Who's Unaired Olympics Jam Goes Online
(hennemusic) The Who closed out the London Olympic Games Sunday with a specially prepared medley of "Baba O'Riley," "See Me/Feel Me," "Listening To You" and "My Generation."

Sports and music fans around the world saw the performance live as it happened, but not in the U.S., where NBC had other priorities. The broadcaster interrupted the Olympics feed with a far less compelling program, and bumped The Who's performance from the main event until after the sitcom had ended.

In addition, NBC removed the performances of Ray Davies and Muse from the program without explanation. But you can watch The Who's set here.



Slash Reunites With Former Guns N' Roses Bandmate At Sturgis
(hennemusic) Slash's "Apocalyptic Love" summer tour of North America pulled into Sturgis, South Dakota on August 10 to play the Buffalo Chip Campground.

The famed guitarist's appearance was part of the week-long series of concerts held as part of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

Former Guns N' Roses bandmate Gilby Clarke joined Slash and his band at the concert, rocking out on the GNR classic "Paradise City." Watch it here.



Pete Townshend To Release His Memoir
(hennemusic) The Who's Pete Townshend will publish his memoir, "Who I Am," in October. "This book is not a vanity for me. It is an essential rite of passage," said Townshend in a press release. "I know I am good at what I do as a performer and composer, but since my early teens, I have been happiest when writing. Writing is my principal daily occupation."

"Rock 'n' Roll is a tough career, however cynically or comically it is portrayed by its detractors," Pete continued. "I am lucky to be alive and to have such a crazy story to tell, full of wild adventures and creative machinations. I am happy that I am able to write my book myself, in my own 'voice' that many readers will be hearing for the first time."

"I am not my favourite subject, that will always be art and music, but whenever I write about my life and work, I learn something," added the guitar icon. "So, the year ahead spent writing will also trigger the last vital bit of 'growing up' required by the now pensionable fellow who once wrote I hope I die before I get old. I want to write a book that is enjoyable to read, but above all, I want it to be honest." more on this story



Five More Rory Gallagher Remastered Albums Set For Release
(Gibson) The next series of Rory Gallagher's classic studio albums remastered (1975-1982) will be available in the U.K. on Monday, October 1 for a limited period in deluxe digi-packaging.

The five remastered Rory Gallagher studio albums include Against the Grain (1975), Calling Card (1976), Photo-Finish (1978), Top Priority (1979) and Jinx (1982).

"Continuing on from last year's 40th anniversary of Rory Gallagher's solo career, we're pleased to present his next five solo albums from 1975-1982," said Daniel Gallagher, Rory's nephew and producer of the reissues. "We're going back to the vinyl artwork and original ¼ inch tapes so that they look and sound exactly as Rory intended. It's also great to see in a digital world that the demand for a physical copy of Rory's music means we can release these albums on vinyl for the first time in almost 40 years." more on this story





Steve Vai Explains Unconventional Trilogy
Classic Rock Revisited caught up with Steve Vai to discuss his new album, The Story of Light, the second album in a planned trilogy. In this excerpt Steve explains the unconventional approach he took to the trilogy:

Steve: When I started Real Illusions, which was my last studio record, I wanted to do a concept record, but I didn't want to do it in the conventional way. I wondered what I could do in order to make it different. I wanted it to span a long period of time, as it is probably going to be one of my life's greatest works. I wanted to break it up into little pieces and put it out, not in a linear way.

If you listen to Real Illusions, then you will just hear a studio album, as you will not be able to put all of the pieces together. If you read the liner notes, then you can start to put little pieces together. The idea is the same with The Story of Light. It is like Real Illusions, as it is a studio album. That said, the songs are all based on characters in the story, but they are not in the right order. The third part of the trilogy, which I will do sometime in the future, will be similar.

What I would, then, like to do is to take all of the three records and put them out in a box set. I could do some new stuff to glue them all together. I would take the songs and put them in the correct order, so it would flow like a story. You would be able to actually follow the story. He has a lot more to say including his thoughts for the final part of the trilogy



Creed's Scott Stapp To Release Autobiography In October
(Gibson) Creed frontman Scott Stapp is planning to release an autobiography. The book will be called Sinner's Creed and is scheduled for an October 2 release. It will deal with Stapp's musical career and his success Creed as lead singer of Creed, but also with darker subjects, such as his battle with alcoholism, and depression. The book is co-written with David Ritz, who has worked on biographies for Janet Jackson and Marvin Gaye.

Earlier in the year Stapp spoke about the book to Billboard.com, saying: "It's going to be constantly interrelated with the realities of God's grace and love and miracles, and how they happen in the weirdest ways and how they happen to all of us... It's definitely a cathartic process for me, and I really hope that those who read it can walk away knowing more about my life... but also the grace of God. If we can accomplish that, that would be a blessing."

Stapp reunited with Creed in 2009, and is currently on tour with the band. The tour, which is billed as 2 Nights Live, sees the band performing their first two albums, My Own Prison and Human Clay, in full. more on this story





Becoming the Archetype Set Baffling New Album Release
Solid State Records have set a September 18th release date for Becoming the Archetype's baffling new album, I AM. Baffling? This explanation was sent out:

The band's fifth full-length is baffling first and foremost because it's not meant to be baffling. As guitarist, mastermind and band nucleus Seth Hecox explains, the album is less about reinventing heavy music than it is reinventing Becoming the Archetype. That's not to say listeners won't find the band doing its usual mind-warping and genre-bending, but the point of this album wasn't to transcend the artform of metal music, it was to master it.

"I AM is 100% head banging riffs," Hecox says. "Gone are the sitars and horns of Celestial Completion. Instead, we've crafted an album full of the heaviest and most technical songs we've ever written." more on this story



King's X Plan First Tour Dates Since Jerry Gaskill's Heart Attack
King's X have announced the dates for their upcoming North American tour where they will be providing direct support to Kansas.

These dates will mark the band's first tour since drummer Jerry Gaskill's remarkable recovery from a major heart attack earlier this year.

"Not too long ago I was thinking I might not ever get back on a stage, now I'm ready and with the ok from all my doctors," says Gaskill. "What better way to get back than to tour with the legendary Kansas. Let's rock..." more on this story



Phish's Trey Anastasio Solo Album And Tour Coming
Phish's Trey Anastasio will be hitting the road in October in support of his new solo album, Traveler, which will be released on October 16th.

Anastasio co-produced the album with Peter Katis (The National, Interpol, Jónsi) last fall in Katis' Tarquin Studios in Bridgeport, CT.

"My goal was to create an album that used the studio as an instrument," says Anastasio, who began recording Traveler after Phish wrapped up its 2011 summer tour. "I wanted to work with Peter because he is a master at creating a sonic landscape," notes Trey. "We were hoping for a cinematic end result." more on this story



Details About Forthcoming Jon Lord Album
We were sent the official details for Jon Lord's "Concerto For Group And Orchestra" which will be released on October 1st by earMUSIC:

"Over these last years since leaving Deep Purple, I've played it over 30 times with different orchestras and conductors all over the world, and, of course, in 2000 I did it well over 30 times with Purple on the Concerto tour, so I've been honing the piece live on stage, and I've had the opportunity to change things in the score that weren't sounding quite right. It is therefore a marvellous and exciting prospect to have the definitive recording of the definitive version of the score." (Jon Lord May 2012)

Jon Lord recorded the marvellous rhythm section - Guy Pratt (Pink Floyd, Madonna) & Brett Morgan (Jon Anderson, Sting) and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra (with whom Jon had recorded twice before) in June 2011 in Liverpool - conducted by Paul Mann. The production then moved to Abbey Road Studios in London to record Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson (on vocals with Steve Balsamo and Kasia Laska) and Joe Bonamassa, Darin Vasilev and Steve Morse on guitars. more on this story



Clutch Add Shows and Plan New Album
Clutch have added two new shows to their short tour this November with Lionize and Monstro and they have begun preproduction on their new studio album, with a target release next year.

With both the Flint, MI and Detroit, MI shows sold out, the band has added an additional show to each city.

The new show in Flint at the Machine Shop is scheduled for October 31st and the new show in Detroit at St. Andrews Hall is scheduled for November 4th. more on this story



Intronaut Set Void Vinyl Release
Intronaut have been granted permission from Goodfellow Records to issue the very first pressing of their 2006 album "Void" on vinyl.

The band is limiting the release to only 500 copies on silver vinyl. The LPs will also come with a previously unreleased version of "Fragments Of Character," a song from their first EP "Null," which was re-recorded during the "Void" sessions but never released.

First 20 preorders will include an Intronaut T-shirt and the LP will come signed by the band, including original guitarist Leon del Muerte, now in Murder Construct.

Preorders will run through August 31st, with the vinyl shipping late September/early October. They are taking the preorders here.



B Sides


Singled Out: Thought Beneath Film
Today Brent Wirth from Thought Beneath Film tells us about the track 'If I Could Fix You (You Know That I Would)' from their debut EP "Detours". Here is the story:

Very few people truly appreciate the emotional turmoil that comes along with writing, recording and releasing a song. You spend countless hours brooding away in your room contemplating every aspect of the song and fine-tuning every minute detail of it until it's perfect. From that point, you do something that's even more insane: you go into a studio and spend thousands of dollars to put yourself through hell and endure a dozen emotionally draining sessions recording it. You do overdub after overdub until it's just right. You become so attached to the song that you begin to truly believe it's one of the best songs ever written and that it's going to redefine music. A few weeks go by and, finally, you get to release it to the world! And guess what happens next? No one gives a f**k. In one way or another, everyone endures this kind of heartbreak and, inevitably, the only way to keep going is to be optimistic and have faith that things will eventually turn around. That's what makes the underlying theme of "If I Could Fix You (You Know That I Would)" so relatable.

As is the case with most of our songs, the melodies for "If I Could Fix You" preceded the lyrics. One of the major downfalls associated with this writing approach is that the lyrics always have the potential to suffer given the fact that you're never at liberty to say things exactly how you may want to. It's like a jigsaw puzzle. Every lyric has to work within the rhythmic confines of the melody. It can feel extremely restrictive at times, but one of the things I love about writing this way is that it forces me to find more interesting and creative ways of expressing an idea. Although the song's intended message may become abstracted through the process, it often adds additional layers of meaning to the song which, if anything, makes it more accessible and relatable.

Given that this was the last song on the EP that I needed to write lyrics for, I wanted to break out of my comfort zone and try something different to ensure that it didn't feel like I was just reiterating an idea that I had already tackled in one of the other songs. A few days prior to writing the lyrics, I was joking around with one of my songwriter friends about how both of us always seem to shy away from writing "relationship songs" for one reason or another. Inspired by the conversation, I was determined to write one. However, given the fact it had been quite some time since I was in a serious relationship, I felt so detached from those feelings that it was impossible to write anything sincere. Nonetheless, it got me thinking about relationships in general and how intense some non-romantic relationships can be, particularly those you share with bandmates.

To me, being in a band has always been like having three or four girlfriends simultaneously. There are so many different perspectives and emotions that are constantly colliding. It becomes a seemingly impossible challenge to keep everyone engaged in the project and inspired to keep grinding it out. It's easy to feel defeated as a musician at times, but, when you take on the role of being the band leader, you aren't allowed to show it. It's your duty to keep the other members' morale up and continue to promote optimism in the camp, even when you may feel emotionally crushed yourself. Ultimately, that's what the song deals with. Although it may be packaged as a simple relationship song about someone who is trying to console a friend who has recently been heartbroken, to me, it's about my band and my constant attempt to keep my band members (and myself) inspired to keep moving forward…even when it may seem impossible to do so.

Hearing is believing. Now that you know the story behind the song, listen for yourself right here!



Green Day's New Song Kill The DJ Streaming Online
(hennemusic) Last week, Green Day played a surprise club show in Los Angeles, where the group debuted some new songs from their forthcoming trio of albums, "Uno," "Dos" and "Tre."

One of the tunes, "Kill The DJ," has surfaced online after being played on UK radio. "[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." Listen here.



Europe Members Tells The Story Behind The Final Countdown
Wikimetal recently spoke with Europe's John Leven for their podcast. They sent over this info on the episode:

Leven, bass player that was on every studio album of Europe was our special guest last week on Wikimetal.

During the interview, John told us amazing stories, including how the greatest Europe hit ever, 'The Final Countdown', was conceived and more. Listen here.



Hoobastank Streaming New Song Online
Hoobastank are giving fans an advanced listen to the song "No Destination," from their new album, Fight Or Flight, which will be released on September 11.

The "No Destination" stream coincides with the launch of the band's new website design. You can check out the site and the song here.

Hoobastank's current single, "This Is Gonna Hurt," has reached an audience of more than 6 million in just their 3rd week out promoting the track at radio.



Lynyrd Skynyrd Release New Studio Video
(hennemusic) Lynyrd Skynyrd fans only have to wait one more week before the Southern Rock icons release their first new album in three years, "Last Of A Dyin' Breed."

The group worked on the album at Blackbird Studio in Nashville, Tennessee, and are giving fans an inside look in part 3 of their 'in the studio' video series.

Part 3 features interviews with Skynyrd's Gary Rossington. Rickey Medlocke, Johnny Van Zant and Peter Keys, along with songwriter Blair Daley.

"Writing for this album's been kinda crazy," says Van Zant. "Trying to write stuff about common people and the things that we know about." Watch it here.



Sites and Sounds: Tesco Fest- Slaughter By The Water 3- Ride Festival- More
Whether you fancy punk, metal, Americana or a little of everything, there's a festival for you! antiMusic travel editor Kevin Wierzbicki gives us the lowdown on Tesco Fest, Slaughter By The Water 3, The Ride Festival, Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Festival and FYF Fest

Tesco Fest
August 18, Detroit, Michigan
Upset that there's not really an annual punk festival of note, the Meatmen's Tesco Vee has taken it upon himself to create one and name it after himself. Set to appear at the inaugural Tesco Fest at Detroit club The Magic Stick are Negative Approach, Antiseen, Gang Green, Iron Cross, Hellmouth, Against the Grain, Bill Bondsmen, Golden Torso and of course the Meatmen. www.majesticdetroit.com

Slaughter By The Water 3
August 25, Alameda, California
Chuck Billy of Testament hosts this metal blowout that happens right on the deck of the (supposedly haunted) aircraft carrier the USS Hornet. Bringing the thunder will be Philm, Severed Filth, Absu, Witchaven, Impaled, Autopsy, Fog of War and Abysmal Dawn. Tickets purchased for all main stage shows also entitle the holder to a free tour of the ship, including a haunted tour. The ship itself is essentially a museum and there is a separate $12 museum entry fee for all show goers. www.slaughterbythewater.com

The Ride Festival
August 25-26, Telluride, Colorado
Kick back in the scenic mountain setting of Telluride for two days of rootsy music. Scheduled to perform are Big Head Todd & the Monsters, Lucinda Williams, Los Lobos, JJ Grey & Mofro, the Lumineers, the North Mississippi Allstars, David Lindley, James McMurtry, Matthew Curry & the Fury and more. www.ridefestival.com

Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Festival
August 31-September 2, Snowmass Village, Colorado
Lots of big names gather in Snowmass to say goodbye to summer; expect to have lots of company as you enjoy Kid Rock, Mumford & Sons, Sugarland, Michael Franti & Spearhead, the Steve Miller Band, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Ave. and Vintage Trouble. www.jazzaspensnowmass.org

FYF Fest
September 1-2, Los Angeles, California
This Labor Day weekend event features way too many acts to list them all here but here's a little sampler: Refused, Beirut, M83, James Blake, Quicksand, Yeasayer, Sleigh Bells, Dinosaur Jr, Against Me!, Turbonegro, Purity Ring, Hot Snakes, Black Mountain, Redd Kross, FIDLAR, Cursive, Wild Flags, Gold Panda and many, many others. herewww.fyffest.com" target="_blank">www.fyffest.com