PINK FLOYD 'INTHESTUDIO' ON THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF COMEBACK:

PINK FLOYD 'INTHESTUDIO' ON THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF COMEBACK:


Dallas, TX - Sept 11, 2012. North American syndicated Rock radio show InTheStudio: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands gets the story this week behind one of Rock history's most contentious and public rights disputes, and one of the biggest comebacks in rock history. Amidst some of the most successful and celebrated albums of the Seventies, creative and personal tensions had been building until Pink Floyd disintegrated during the making of 1982's The Final Cut. By 1985 the only musical output from any of the members of Pink Floyd had come in the form of solo albums, and in December of that year Roger Waters, who created the concepts and the lyrics to such quintessential rock masterpieces as The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here and The Wall, would announce his departure, triggering a noisy two year legal battle for the rights to Pink Floyd.
In the end a David Gilmour fronted Floyd would emerge producing A Momentary Lapse of Reason in September '87. Critical response was surprisingly lukewarm, but a sold out stadium tour and two # 1 rock singles with “Learning To Fly” and “On The Turning Away” proved that, as far as the worthiness of a Waters-less Pink Floyd, the fans had the only vote that matters.
Drummer Nick Mason is joined In the Studio with guitarist/singer/songwriter Gilmour, who readily admits to show host Redbeard the pressure that he felt going forward.
“Lurching into the future bearing the mantle of Pink Floyd without Roger in 1987 was a tough one, as anyone can imagine... You're right to say that I was confident at the end and happy. Anyone would be happy and confident in the end when our moving forward and doing what we did, making the album, doing the tour, was justified.”
Pink Floyd 'A Momentary Lapse of Reason-InTheStudio program is available now to stream at:

www.inthestudio.net/redbeards-blog/pink-floyd-momentary-lapse-reason/

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Cheap Trick Didn't Invite Founding Member To Record New Song
(hennemusic) Cheap Trick's original drummer Bun E. Carlos says that the band didn't invite him to participate in the recording of a new song for the upcoming charity album, "A Very Special Christmas - 25 Years," which benefits the Special Olympics.
Carlos posted the following message to fans on his website this week: "Bun E Carlos, Cheap Trick's founding member and longtime drummer joins all Cheap Trick fans in supporting the Special Olympics, but wants all his fans to know that he was not invited to participate in the track attributed to Cheap Trick scheduled to be on the Special Olympics Christmas album.

Bun E stated, 'There are no Led Zeppelin records without John Bonham and there's no Leave It To Beaver without Jerry Mathers! I remain humbled and grateful for the support of Cheap Trick's fans and please support www.specialolympics.org and their very important initiatives.' more on this story



Muse Fire Back Over Resistance Theft Claim
Muse have issued a response to a lawsuit filed against their label Warner Bros. which claimed copyright infringement over their 2009 album, "The Resistance".

We were sent these comments from a spokesman for the band: "The claim is complete nonsense, and is categorically denied. It appears to be based on a 'screenplay' which the band never received or saw, produced by someone the band has never heard of. It speaks volumes that the album in question was released a full 3 years ago, and yet this is the first that has been heard of these groundless allegations".

Muse's rep also stated that "Warner Music will aggressively defend this lawsuit, and the band is exploring what remedies may be available to them in the US in relation to these untrue and baseless allegations." You can read about the lawsuit here.



Led Zeppelin Release Tease Video For Reunion Release
(hennemusic) The countdown to the official announcement by Led Zeppelin revealing plans for the release of the band's 2007 reunion concert continues.

Zeppelin posted a graphic of the number two on their Facebook page Tuesday, following the daily clock update that began with Saturday's posting of the number five in the band's traditional font.

The group also offered up a new video preview of the project, teasing the introduction of "Good Times, Bad Times," the first song in the band's set at London's 02 Arena in December of 2007. Watch the video here.



Geoff Tate Sets Album Release and Plans Shows With Alice Cooper
Queensryche's Geoff Tate plans to release his new solo album and has added a string of dates with Alice Cooper to his fall tour plans.

Tate's sophomore solo album, Kings & Thieves, will be released on November 6, 2012 in North America.

"My goal with this record was to make a solid rock album," says Tate. "I wanted it to be an album that I could play live that would be both satisfying and fun, because, as a singer, you need to create a show that has a lot of dynamics to it and takes people on a ride." more on this story



Six Feet Under Plan Autumn Apocalypse Tour
Six Feet Under will be hitting the road on Halloween eve for their Autumn Apocalypse Tour.

The North American headlining trek will feature support from Cattle Decapitation and Wretched.

The tour kicks off on October 30th in Tampa, FL and wraps up on November 18th in Atlanta, GA. more on this story



Pete Townshend Autobiography Coming Next Month
(Gibson) The Who guitarist Pete Townshend has set October 11 as the release date for his long awaited autobiography Who I Am. Townshend is said to have been working on the book for the past 15 years.

It appears that Townshend has written the book himself, without the help of a ghostwriter, according to a statement in a press release. He said, "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."

Townshend, and surviving The Who band member Roger Daltrey were recently in the spotlight as the musical act that headlined the closing ceremonies of the London Olympics. They played an energetic mini-set comprised of "Baba O'Riley," as well as "See Me, Feel Me/Listening To You," and "My Generation."







Megadeth's Peace Sells Was Almost An Epic
(Classic Rock) Former Megadeth guitarist credits drummer and close friend Gar Samuelson for turning Peace Sells into the classic track it became.

The 1986 single, taken from the band's second album Peace Sells… But Who's Buying? is a heavy metal staple, listed by VH1 as the eleventh-best metal song of all time. But mainman Dave Mustaine originally conceived it as an eight-minute piece – and Poland says Samuelson, who died in 1999, was the only man who could have talked him out of it.

The guitarist tells Xtreme Metal Radio: "I think originally it was eight minutes long, and Gar said, 'You know what? This is too good a song to drag it out like this. Let's shorten the arrangement, cut it down to size and make it a single.'

"Dave said, 'Yeah, let's do that.' I honestly think Dave respected Gar's opinion on stuff – he was the only guy in the band Dave wouldn't mess with. more on this story



Evan Seinfeld's Attika 7 Added To Uproar Festival Tour
Biohazard's Evan Seinfeld and his new band Attika 7 will be joining the Uproar Festival tour next week for a seven date run.

Attika 7 will join the tour on September 19th in Salt Lake City, UT and perform on seven dates of the tour which features Godsmack, Shinedown, Staind and more.

"We think that playing on the Uproar tour here in 2012 is a perfect fit for Attika 7, and getting out on tour with bands like Godsmack, Shindeown, P.O.D., Adelitas Way etc. is a great way to introduce A7 to the U.S. audience," said Seinfeld. more on this story



Jimi Hendrix Planned to Change Musical Direction?
(Classic Rock) Jimi Hendrix aimed to sound like Earth Wind & Fire later did, says his sister Janie. She believes the multi-genre outfit, which formed a year before the guitar icon's death, best matches the description he gave for the sound he was looking for.

And she's offered a glimpse of upcoming Hendrix posthumous album People, Hell and Angels, while reporting there's much more to come from his estate's temperature-controlled vault.

Speaking during a promotional campaign to raise funds for Jimi Hendrix Park in Seattle, Janie tells KISW : "What he was trying to do was create this new sound. He told my dad: 'You're going to be doubly proud of me.'

"He was bringing all these instruments like he did at Woodstock. The way he was describing it in 1969 was what Earth Wind & Fire became. That's what we would have had: richer, bigger bands with more sounds and more cultures. There would have been a definite evolution." more on this story



Philip Anselmo Guitarist Reveals New Album Details
(The Metal Den) Randy "Rocket" Cody of The Metal Den recently conducted an email interview with guitarist Marzi Montazeri of Philip Anselmo's solo band. Here are a couple excerpts from the discussion:

ROCKET: Let's talk about the upcoming solo CD from Philip Anselmo. Who produced it and where was it recorded?

MARZI: It was produced by Phil but he gave me the creative freedom to help shape the record. And it was all recorded at Philip's studio "Nosferatus Lair".

ROCKET: What can fans expect from the music? Is it going to be heavy or mellow?

MARZI: Well I believe that Phil has put it best when mentioning that you truly cannot categorize it. It's heavy and it is fuckin extreme. Every song is completely different from the next. It's not one that you're gonna get upon just a single listen. It will unfold itself into what it is, which in my book is an undeniable body of work that will not only fill this empty musical existing void but will kill and destroy the over rated bullshit that is fed to the listener. The time has come and as a fan and lover of arts and music I would want and need this in my life. I'm beyond stoked to have contributed. This has been my focal point and it is a very important album for everybody out there across the globe. We put everything we had into it and by that I mean blood, sweat, heart and soul. Philip's lyrics are our new anthems. He is the one and only man that can deliver this kind of intense, honest, true and downright vicious body of work.

ROCKET: Does it have a title?

MARZI: Absolutely, it is called "Walk through Exits Only". Read the full interview here.



Pink Floyd A Momentary Lapse Of Reason 25th Anniversary Special
(hennemusic) The 25th Anniversary of Pink Floyd's "A Momentary Lapse Of Reason" is featured on In The Studio.

The radio series gets the story this week behind one of Rock's most contentious and public rights disputes, and one of the biggest comebacks in music history.

David Gilmour and Floyd drummer Nick Mason join host Redbeard to tell the story behind the project. "Lurching into the future bearing the mantle of Pink Floyd without Roger in 1987 was a tough one, as anyone can imagine," explains Gilmour. "You're right to say that I was confident at the end and happy. Anyone would be happy and confident in the end when our moving forward and doing what we did, making the album, doing the tour, was justified." more on this story



Opeth Took A Chance With Latest Album
(Classic Rock) Opeth Guitarist Fredrik Akesson admits he had concerns over the band's direction in latest album Heritage and feared it might split their fanbase. But if they hadn't allowed their music to evolve, he's not sure they'd still be around today.

Heritage was released last year and its production saw the departure of keyboardist Per Wiberg after an eight-year stay. He's been replaced by Joakim Svalberg.

Akesson thinks that wouldn't have been the only change if Opeth hadn't continued their move away from their extreme metal beginnings – and they had no choice but to risk alienating some long-term followers. more on this story




Forgotten Tomb Set New Album Release
(Sub) Forgotten Tomb's new album, ...And Don't Deliver Us From Evil, will be released on the 30th of October in Europe and on the 6th of November in North America.

According to the leader and songwriter Ferdinando 'Herr Morbid' Marchisio, this new album is the most personal one he has written since 2004's Love's Burial Ground and it explores the darkest corners of his mind like never before, making it without any doubt one of the band's more tortured and twisted offerings.

The album was recorded in Elfo Studio (Italy) by Daniele Mandelli (Love's Burial Ground, Negative Megalomania, Songs To Leave, etc.) and mastered at Finnvox Studios (Impaled Nazarene, Amorphis, Children Of Bodom, Finntroll, HIM). more on this story



Neil Young and Crazy Horse Releasing New Album Next Month
(Gibson) Neil Young and Crazy Horse will release their second album of 2012, Psychedelic Pill, on October 29.

It's Young's first album of all new material with Crazy Horse since 2003 and was recorded after the Americana sessions.

Neil Young and Crazy Horse will tour North America in October and November. more on this story





Pile Previewing New Album Online
Exploding In Sound Records have set an October 23rd release date for Pile's new album, Dripping, and are offering fans a sneak peak online. They sent over these details:

The band are offering a taste of what's to come via Bandcamp, where you can stream/download the album's first single "Prom Song" for free here.

Dripping was recorded and mixed by Dan and James at the Sex Dungeon (Speedy Ortiz, Fat History Month, Ugh God) in July of 2012 and mastered by Richard Marr at Galaxy Park Studios in August. The album will be released October 23rd on vinyl, digipak CD, and digital. more on this story




Animals As Leaders Announce Japanese Tour Dates
Animals As Leaders will be spending November in the land of the rising sun on their first-ever tour dates in Japan.

These shows will be the beginning of a tour supporting Between The Buried And Me that will also see the bands travel through Australia and New Zealand together. In addition,

Prior to the trek Animals As Leaders will be headlining the Rock Party Festival in Long Beach, CA on September 29th. more on this story



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

Better Days is the title track off the full length album, and it is simply an anthem to no matter how horrible a situation is, things will get better. I have friends call me all the time talking to me about how they are miserable in where they are in life, it's always hard to stay positive when they have so much negative going on. The thing is, sometimes the negative isn't really that bad.

"I just can't find the reason, just can't believe in why you'd even want to stay" says so much to me without saying anything at all. The way to change your surroundings is to change yourself, a positive outlook on things alters your perception so much. We try and create a ton of emotion in our music, if we don't believe then no on else will.

Appreciate the little things in life, and thats where this song came from, whenever your situation seems to much to handle, look to your neighbor, they are in a hard place as well. All the songs off the new album are just about reality, Better Days is no different, everything comes from personal experience. I hope that people see that we're in this together.

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



Gene Simmons Sings National Anthem at Raiders Game
(hennemusic) KISS bassist Gene Simmons was on hand to sing the national anthem at the Oakland Raiders' NFL home opener on Monday.

The Raiders hosted the San Diego Chargers in week one of NFL action.

KISS are currently touring North America with opening act Motley Crue; shows wrap up September 23 in Hartford, CT. Watch Gene sing the anthem here.



Green Day Release Nuclear Family Video
(hennemusic) Green Day continue to release new videos for their forthcoming album, "Uno."

Following the release of clips for "Oh Love," "Let Yourself Go," and "Kill The DJ," Green Day have issued a video for "Nuclear family," the album's opening track.

Green Day will release their trilogy of new albums – "¡Uno!," "¡Dos!," and "¡Tré!" - on September 25, November 13, and January 15th, 2013, respectively. Watch the new video here.



Metallica Hit The Lights and Metal Bingo Opener
(hennemusic) Metallica continue to share footage from their summer tour. The metal legends wrapped things up at the end of August with three shows in Vancouver, all being captured in 3D for the group's upcoming film.

For the Canadian dates, which included two shows in Edmonton, the band brought along its extensive, career-spanning stage from the 8-show run in Mexico City, which featured a variety of props and effects used over the past 30 years.

Metallica are sharing footage from the second Vancouver show, on August 25, including video of the meet and greet, tuning room, warm-up act Jim Breuer's rendition of Metal Bingo, and two of their classics: "Enter Sandman" and "Hit The Lights." Watch it here.



Full CBC Interview With Rush's Geddy Lee Goes Online
(hennemusic) Video of Rush bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee's full interview with CBC Canada's Peter Mansbridge from earlier this year has now surfaced.

"What does Rush mean to me? That's a really good question," says the bassist. "To me, it's this little group of experimenters; we're these three guys that wanna see what we can do together. That's the simplest way I can put it."

"A funny thing happened after we were together for about twenty years," Geddy continued. "Where most bands start to break up, we were kind of becoming intrigued with staying together, cause so few stay together. We wanted to see what the fruits of a long term, good relationship could do. Here's a band - 38 years on - and we are pushing it…we're trying to see where we can go as a band. Can we achieve new things, can we make our music this ideal that we have in our head." Watch the video here.



Black Country Communion Launch Making Of Afterglow Web Series
(hennemusic) Black Country Communion will release their third studio album, "Afterglow," on October 30. BCC are now sharing the first webisode in a new series entitled "The Making Of Afterglow."

The Anglo-American supergroup is made up of bassist/vocalist Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple, Trapeze, Black Sabbath), blues rock guitarist/vocalist Joe Bonamassa, drummer Jason Bonham (Led Zeppelin), and keyboardist Derek Sherinian (Dream Theater).

"There's just a jet engine when the pieces get in the room," says Bonamassa, "That sound is like a jet engine. It's a rock band, it's a really powerful rock band." Watch it here.



Valis Giving Away New Song
Valis are giving away a free download of the first single from their new album, Minds Through Space and Time, which will be released on October 5th.

Minds Through Space and Time, the band's fourth full-length album and first since 2009's Dark Matter, will be available at all online digital outlets, with release of 180 gram colored vinyl and CD to be announced in the future. The album was produced by Jack Endino (Mudhoney, Soundgarden, and Nirvana).

The band have released a free digital download of the album's first single, "Space Station," which you can download here.




Still A Party For Andrew W.K.
(Sub) Andrew W.K. has released a new music video for "It's Time To Party," the latest single off of the I GET WET 10th Anniversary Deluxe Edition.

You can watch the new video here. Andrew W.K. is best known for his hit single "Party Hard" back in 2001. The song was featured as the lead track in EA Sports in Madden 2003.

Andrew W.K. has a handful of shows for the remainder of the month for September ranging from concerts to lectures

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Today's Day in Rock


Led Zeppelin Reunion For Thanksgiving?
(hennemusic) Rumors continue regarding the anticipated announcement expected later this week by Led Zeppelin. All signs point to the band revealing plans to release their December 2007 show at London's O2 Arena this fall.
Now, UK tabloid The Sun reports that a source has revealed some inside news, including the planned release date. "Jimmy [Page] has been in the studio making sure everything is perfect," a source tells The Sun. "The band want it to remain true to their exceptionally high standards. It's coming out on November 22 as part of a simultaneous global release."

The unnamed source's November 22nd release date would be unusual for a new entertainment product since it's a Thursday – music is traditionally released on Mondays in Europe and Tuesdays in North America – so if the rumor is correct, it suggests that Zeppelin would issue their new package on a single, stand-alone date which coincides with the U.S. Thanksgiving Day holiday. more on this story


Megadeth Plan Countdown To Extinction Reissue and Tour
Megadeth will be celebrating the 20th Anniversary of their hit album, Countdown To Extinction, with a new deluxe reissue and tour.

The 20th Anniversary Edition of Countdown To Extinction will be released on November 6th as a 2CD lift-top box and digitally. Countdown To Extinction's new commemorative edition pairs the remastered original album with a 1992 concert, recorded live at San Francisco's Cow Palace, which has never before been released in its entirety. The concert audio has been newly remixed for this release. The physical and digital versions both include a booklet with a new liner notes essay by music journalist Kory Grow, and the 2CD box also contains a 24" x 36" poster and four collectible postcards.

Megadeth will perform the album in its entirety on their North American Countdown To Extinction 20th Anniversary Tour this November and December. more on this story



Muse Accused Of Stealing Rock Opera
(Classic Rock) Muse are the subject of a $3.5m lawsuit launched by a songwriter who alleges Matt Bellamy's band "ripped off" his idea for their 2009 three-part piece Exogenesis.

Charles Bolfrass last week filed papers in Manhattan Federal Court accusing Muse and their label Warner Brothers of copyright infringement, unfair trade practices and unfair competition.

Bolfrass says he wrote a "cinematic science-fiction rock opera" called Exogenesis. Its subject was the demise of planet Earth and the resulting spread of the human race through space as they seek new homes. more on this story



Green Day Playing Small Venue Tour This Fall
Green Day will be hitting the road this fall for a tour of small venues across North America followed up by an arena tour early next year.

The small venue trek is the first leg of their ¡Uno!, ¡Dos!, ¡Tré! Tour in support of their new album trilogy of the same name.

The tour will kick off on November 26th in Seattle, WA at the Paramount Theatre and wrapping up on December 10th in Tempe, AZ at the Marquee Theater. more on this story



A Perfect Circle Ending 2012 With Special One-Off Show
A Perfect Circle will be ending the year with their only live performance of 2012 on December 29th at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas.

A Perfect Circle have also recently confirmed their participation in the 2013 Soundwave Festival, which kicks off Feb. 23 in Brisbane.

The band returned from a six-year hiatus in the Spring of 2011 for a five-week North American tour that included a stop at Lollapalooza. more on this story



Judas Priest May Go After The Gap
(Classic Rock) Rob Halford and Judas Priest may go after a clothing store chain for illegally using the cover design for their classic album Screaming For Vengeance.

Gap were last month in the spotlight after Priest fans noticed a t-shirt design bore more than a passing resemblance to the metal eagle graphic on the 1983 record.

"It's very naughty of them. They shouldn't have done that and we're investigating that right now, because that's intellectual property rights. We were never asked, neither was our label," Halford tells The Quietus. "Having said that – it's brilliant, isn't it? To think that something 30 years later is still striking enough to be a fashion moment." more on this story



Dethklok, All That Remains, Machine Head and Black Dahlia Murder Tour
Dethklok will be launching a headlining tour this fall with support from All That Remains, Machine Head, and special guest The Black Dahlia Murder.

The trek will be kicking off on October 30th in Norfolk, VA and will wrap up on December 8th in Atlanta, GA.

As in tours past, bringing Dethklok to life on stage will be Metalocalypse co-creator Brendon Small on guitar and lead vocals, drummer Gene Hoglan, bass guitarist Bryan Beller and guitarist Mike Keneally. This line-up of talented musicians will be joined by Nathan Explosion, William Murderface, Skwisgaar Skwigelf, Pickles and Toki Wartooth in all-new animation from Titmouse Studios that will play behind the live musicians. more on this story



Mike Peters Hoax Story Made Into Movie
(Classic Rock) Mike Peters hoax movie Vinyl has been inspired by how he took revenge on the music industry after struggling to re-enter the business.

In 2004 the Alarm and now Big Country frontman struggled to gain attention from the mainstream media, who weren't interested in "ageing rockers." So he had Welsh outfit the Wayriders mime to his track 45RPM and called the band 'The Poppy Fields.' The result was UK chart success – leading to the inevitable discovery of the truth.

The hoax has inspired Vinyl, featuring Quadrophenia star Phil Daniels alongside Robin Hood actor Keith Allen. It also includes rising star Jamie Blackley. Read more and watch the promo clip here.



Tank Live DVD Set For Release
Tank will release their first live DVD, "War Machine Live" on November 12th in Europe and December 11th in the U.S.

"War Machine Live" will feature live performances filmed in Poland in 2011 and 2012 plus band interviews, on the road footage and the promo video for the title song from their most recent album.

Cliff Evans comments: "This is our first official live DVD release so we wanted to make sure it would appeal to all Tank fans, old and new. With such an extensive back catalog to choose from, we think we've selected some real gems that all fans of real British metal will enjoy. We've captured the raw energy that Tank is known for in a performance that features classic tracks such as 'This Means War', 'Power of the Hunter' and 'Honour and Blood' plus new fan favourites 'Judgement Day' and 'Phoenix Rising'. Also featured is a live version of the new song 'Don't Dream in the Dark' from our latest album 'War Nation'. With a band whose members have previously played with such names as Ritchie Blackmore, Bruce Dickinson, Yngwie Malmsteen, Paul Dianno and Michael Schenker you know with that kind of pedigree the music is going to kick some serious ass." more on this story




Classic Mudhoney Concert Coming To DVD
Mudhoney: Live In Berlin, 1988 is set to be released on DVD on November 13th. We were sent these details:

The footage, filmed by a professional camera crew at 1988's Berlin Independent Days festival and only recently rediscovered, captures the Seattle Grunge pioneers' first ever performance on foreign soil.

Playing as representatives of Sub Pop Records to a crowd of curious punters, critics and members of Europe's independent music community, the show was also the first Grunge gig in Europe, laying essential groundwork for the genre's subsequent global domination. more on this story



Buried In Verona Releasing New Album Next Month
Buried In Verona will release their third studio album Notorious on October 16th via their new label home of Artery Recordings.

Notorious was recorded and produced by Fredrik Nordström (Soilwork, In Flames, Opeth, Bring Me The Horizon) at his Studio Fredman in Gothenburg, Sweden.

"I'm extremely excited about the addition of Buried in Verona to Artery Recordings," comments Eric Rushing, CEO of The Artery Foundation. "I was instantly hooked on the bands record and feel it's a breath of fresh air that the music scene desperately needs! People are going to love this band worldwide!" more on this story



Suicide Machines Offshoot Break Anchor Plan Mini Tour
Break Anchor will be hitting the road later this month for a string of Midwestern tour dates.

The trek kicks off on September 19 in the band's hometown of Detroit and will wrap up in Grand Rapids on September 23rd.

Break Anchor, fronted by Jay Navarro of The Suicide Machines, released Blackhearts and Blackouts via Paper + Plastick records in March. The band then released Viva La Rustbelt on SideOneDummy Records more on this story




Paul McCartney The World's Richest Singer
(Classic Rock) Paul McCartney is still the world's richest singer, with around $800m in the bank, according to pop culture website Celebrity Net Worth.

Their list of 58 financial bigshots includes Mick Jagger, Phil Collins and Dave Grohl in their top ten.

But the former Beatle is $200m better off than second-place U2 singer Bono. NW, who last month released a drummer rich list topped by Macca's colleague Ringo Starr, say: "There's no better job on the planet than being frontman or woman for a major rock band. Not only to lead singers get most of the glory, attention, accolades and groupies – they also make a ton of money. more on this story



Bison B.C. Releasing New Album In October
Bison B.C. have set an October 22nd release date for their new studio album, Lovelessness.

The band worked with producer Sanford Parker at Soma and Electrical Audio Studios in Chicago on Lovelessness.

Parker is best known for his work with bands such as Yob, Pelican, Rwake, Yakuza, Nachtmystium, Zoroaster, Unearthly Trance, and more. more on this story



Silverchair's Ben Gillies Releasing Solo Project Album
(Gibson) Silverchair drummer Ben Gillies has unveiled his new project, Bento, which has been keeping him busy while Silverchair remain on indefinite hiatus. Bento will release the album Diamond Days on October 26.

"Being part of something as awesome and mammoth as Silverchair required so much of myself and at times there was very little energy left for other things," Gillies said in a statement. "Now I feel as if I'm freed up and can satisfy my own creative output and get about doing what makes sense for me at this point. It's been a while in the making and I'm excited to finally share it."

The album features a variety of Gillies' musician pals, and it was produced by Gillies along with Eric J. Dubowski. more on this story





Rush Surprise Fans At Tour Opener
(Classic Rock) Rush played the first show of their Clockwork Angels tour in Manchester, New Hampshire at the weekend and there was a big difference to the band's lineup.

For the first time ever Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart were joined on stage by guest musicians in the form of an eight-piece string ensemble, helping them deliver tracks from their latest album the way they'd originally been devised. Check out the videos below.

That wasn't the only surprise. The first half of the band's 25-song set included a stack of songs they hadn't played in years. Read more and check out video from the show here.



B Sides


Singled Out: Hoobastank
Today Hoobastank frontman Doug Robb tells us about the song "This Is Gonna Hurt" from their brand new album "Fight or Flight," which was released today. Here is the story:

I remember listening to the music for THIS IS GONNA HURT while sitting in my car with Jesse. He had written the music and I had come up with some melodic ideas and the phrase "this is gonna hurt". Each time the phrase was sung it revealed something different.

"This is gonna hurt. This is gonna hurt ME. This is gonna hurt ME....more than it hurts YOU." That's how it originally was written out. The song kind of stayed in "limbo" lyrically for a while because I couldn't find an emotional anchor to ground the song. Later that year we were in Bali, Indonesia playing an acoustic show. We were exhausted from constant travel and continuous shows. During soundcheck our frustrations came to a boil and we had a pretty epic band fight. It wasn't our first and I'm sure it won't be our last. It's just what happens sometimes. After the fight I remember sitting in my hotel room thinking about how difficult it would be for myself or any band member to walk away from Hoobastank. We are truly a family and for as much as it would hurt whoever was left behind, it would hurt even more for the one who left. I finally had a lyrical emotional starting point for THIS IS GONNA HURT and I finished the song that night in Bali.

Obviously we all talked it out and everything was fine. During the recording of the song the lyrics got switched a little to make the song a little more "scathing" and a little less "sensitive". Also more to reflect a relationship between two people rather than a band. The finished product is, "This is gonna hurt. This is gonna hurt you. This is gonna hurt you more than it hurts me. And I don't want to hurt. That's why I'm going to hurt you. That's why I'm going to hurt you. That's how it's going to be!". Unapologetic and to the point.

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



Scorpions' Rudolf Schenker On Wikimetal
Wikimetal celebrate their 90th episode with an exclusive interview with Scorpions star Rudolf Schenker.

They sent over these details: It was a great honor to receive this icon of music on our show.

Rudolf was very nice and told us stories about the beginning of his career, the future of Scorpions and much more. Check it out here.



Lynyrd Skynyrd Interviewed on CNN
(hennemusic) Lynyrd Skynyrd are making the rounds to promote their newly-released album, "Last of a Dyin' Breed."

Guitarists Gary Rossington and Rickey Medlocke, along with vocalist Johnny Van Zant, sat down with CNN's Fredricka Whitfield to discuss the evolution of the band's Southern image and their disassociation with the Confederate flag, as well as the new album.

"The Dyin' breed part is because all southern rock and roll and musicians, there's only a few bands left nowadays from all that," says Rossington. "There used to be really a whole lot of them and it's kind of a dying breed because it's more pop stars and rap." Watch it here.



Gary Moore's Jimi Hendrix Tribute Release Preview Goes Online
(hennemusic) "Blues For Jimi," a new live package featuring Gary Moore performing Jimi Hendrix material, will be available on CD, DVD and Blu-ray on September 25.

Filmed at the London Hippodrome on October 25, 2007, "Blues For Jimi" captures a unique concert featuring Moore playing classic Hendrix tracks, including "Purple Haze," "Foxy Lady," "The Wind Cries Mary," "Hey Joe," "Voodoo Child (Slight Return)" and many more.

The concert was part of the launch for the Jimi Hendrix "Live At Monterey" program. A preview clip of Moore performing Jimi's blues classic, "Red House," can be seen here.



Abandoned Pools Release Sublime Currency Video
Abandoned Pools have released a new music video for the title track to their latest album, "Sublime Currency."

Abandoned Pools is fronted by Tommy Walter, who founded the group back in 2001. During his career, Walter has performed on late night TV shows and toured the country with national acts such as Lenny Kravitz, Garbage, and A Perfect Circle.

Following the release of two full lengths and an EP, Abandoned Pools released its new album, Sublime Currency, through the prominent indie Christian label Tooth and Nail Records. Watch the video here



Young Buffalo Giving Away New Song
Young Buffalo are giving fans a free taste of their forthcoming new EP release and have mapped out fall tour dates.

The band are offering a free download of the EP's first single, Nature Boy, which you can grab here.

If you like what you hear you can catch the duo on the road this fall starting on September 20th in Austin, Tx.

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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

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





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

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

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



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

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

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





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

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

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



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

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

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

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



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

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

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




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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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

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



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

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

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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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



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

UNIVERSAL PUBLISHING SIGNS STEVE PERRY DEAL:

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

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

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

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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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

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





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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



B Sides


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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Today's Day in Rock News!

Today's Day in Rock


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

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

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



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

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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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





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

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

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



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

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

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





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

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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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





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

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

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



B Sides


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

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

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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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



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

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

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