Today's Day in Rock
KISS Lawsuit Filed Without Carr Family Support
(Classic Rock) This is an update to a story publisher earlier today, with breaking new details: The lawsuit filed against Kiss in respect of royalties allegedly unpaid to Eric Carr was filed without the support or knowledge of the late drummer's heirs.
They've instructed the lawyer who launched the legal action to cease and desist - and the band's frontman Paul Stanley has vowed to "deal with this attempted scam appropriately."
Last night attorney Robert Garson reported that he'd initiated the lawsuit on behalf of an unnamed friend and an unnamed relative of Carr, who died in 1991, because it had been discovered money was sure from overseas sales of his songs.
But Mark Abbattista, representing Carr's family, tells Blabbermouth: "This proceeding was filed by a non-related third party without any knowledge, authorisation or consent. more on this story
Megadeth, Anthrax, Zakk Wylde To Set Sail With Motorhead
Motorhead are pulling out all the stops for their upcoming Motorboat cruise, now announcing that the lineup will include metal heavy weights Megadeth, Anthrax and Zakk Wylde.
"The Loudest Boat In The World" onboard the Carnival Ecstasy is set to sail from Miami on September 2nd and visit Key West and Cozumel off Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico.
Organizers have also revealed that Motorhead, Megadeth, Zakk Wylde and Anthrax will be joined by performances from Jim Breuer, Danko Jones, Fireball Ministry and Wilson. They also advise that there will be some big surprises and future band announcements coming.
Tickets for the Motorboat cruise next Tuesday, March 18 at Noon ET and the band will be launching special website later this week with more details and prices etc here.
Motorhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister had this to say, "This will be everything you've come to expect from a night out with us, except even louder, with more great bands and no way of escaping! If you thought waves could rock a boat, you've got another thing coming with this lovely little outing!"
Megadeth's Dave Mustaine says, "There never has and never will be another cruise like Motörboat cruise. Come on a thrashing voyage with Motörhead, Megadeth, Anthrax, Zakk Wylde and all Lemmy's friends. This is the coolest way to ever see a metal concert."
Scott Ian of Anthrax adds, "Anthrax, Motörhead and Megadeth at sea??? To quote Chief Brody [Jaws], 'We're going to need a bigger boat.'" more on this story
Rock Hall Only Wanted Original KISS To Perform at Induction
(hennemusic) KISS frontman Paul Stanley says the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame only wanted the original KISS lineup to play at the band's induction in New York next month, and that's one of the reasons he and partner Gene Simmons turned down the offer to perform.
"They wanted the original four guys to play, in makeup," Stanley reveals in a new interview with Billboard. "But, honestly, I don't want to roll the dice and possibly negatively impact on what I personally have been involved in building for 40 years. I have too much invested at this point. It really is a can of worms that I feel is better off left closed. So there's been a lot of issues, and perhaps the best way to deal with them is to celebrate the four original guys and go there and get our award and to look past the differences that will always be there."
"It doesn't change the big picture," he adds. "We have differences and we will continue to have differences. It doesn't change who I want to play with and who represents KISS. There are a lot of people who are great inspirations to me, and still are, who are in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and for that reason and the fact that fans want us in there, I graciously and vigorously will be there to accept the award. We should salute and enjoy an evening that celebrates what the four of us started. But there's always a lot of cloak and dagger stuff and a lot of stuff going on behind the scenes."
Stanley also continues to question the validity of the Rock Hall. Read what he said about that here.
John Deacon Too Fragile To Tour With Queen?
(Classic Rock) Queen men Brian May and Roger Taylor admit they have almost no contact with retired bassist John Deacon, except over business dealings - and they believe he's too "fragile" to take things any further.
Deacon won't be involved in their upcoming North American tour with singer Adam Lambert - but his former bandmates insist the shows will be worth seeing.
But there's to be no contribution from Deacon, who retired in 1997. Asked if they keep in contact with him, May admits: "We don't, really. He doesn't want to. He wants to be private and in his own universe."
Taylor adds: "He's completely retired from any kind of social contact. I think he's a little fragile and he just didn't want to know anything about talking to people in the music business, or whatever. That's fair enough; we respect that." more on this story
Don Felder Expanding Road to Forever Ahead of Styx and Foreigner Tour
The legendary former guitarist of the Eagles, Don Felder, has announced that he will be releasing an extended edition of his "Road To Forever" album on March 25th.
The new version, dubbed "Road To Forever: Extended Edition" will include four songs that did not appear on the original release: "Can't Stop Now," "Southern Bound," "She Runs Free" and "Sensuality."
Felder will be supporting the new expanded reissue by hitting the road this summer with Styx and Foreigner for the "The Soundtrack of Summer" tour, which is scheduled to kick off on May 14th in Wichita, KS.
The tour will feature Styx and Foreigner alternating in the headline spot and will visit various markets across North America before wrapping up on July 27th in Santa Barbara, CA. more on this story
Sammy Hagar Releases Video For His Version of Depeche Mode Classic
(hennemusic) Sammy Hagar has released the music video for his cover of the Depeche Mode classic "Personal Jesus", a track from his current album "Sammy Hagar & Friends."
Directed by Arthur Rosato, the video and tune features Hagar, Journey guitarist Neal Schon, and Chickenfoot bandmates Michael Anthony and Chad Smith.
"Personal Jesus" originally appeared on Depeche Mode's 1990 album, "Violator." "Sammy Hagar & Friends" marks the Red Rocker's first solo release in five years and sees him team up with a variety of artists, including Kid Rock, Nancy Wilson (Heart), Ronnie Dunn (Brooks & Dunn), Neal Schon (Journey, HSAS), Chickenfoot pals Chad Smith, Michael Anthony and Joe Satriani; Montrose bandmates Bill Church & Denny Carmassi, his solo band The Wabos and more. Watch the new video here.
Phish Reveal Summer Tour Plans
Phish have revealed plans to hit the road this summer for a North American tour. Prior to that outing they will be giving a headline performance at this year's New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in late April.
The summer tour is scheduled to kick off on July 1st in Mansfield, MA at the XFINITY Center and will conclude with a three night stand over Labor Day weekend at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, CO.
The tour will also include a Fourth of July celebration with three nights of shows at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, NY on July 3rd, 4th and 5th.
The band have also revealed that they will also be performing their very first shows at New York City's Randall's Island (July 11-13) and announced a string of shows in the Chicago market at Northerly Island (July 18-20). more on this story
Rolling Stones' Keith Richards Releasing Children's Book
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers have announced that they will be releasing a children's book from Rolling Stones star Keith Richards and his daughter September 9th.
Richards daughter Theodora Richards illustrated the forthcoming book, entitled "Gus & Me: The Story of My Granddad and My First Guitar", which was inspired by Richards' grandfather.
The autobiographical story centers on Richards being introduced to music by his grandfather Theodore Augustus Dupree, who was known as "Gus" and was a member of a jazz big band.
The book will also feature photographs from Richards' family collection and the hardcover edition of the book will include an audio CD that will feature bonus content.
"I have just become a grandfather for the fifth time, so I know what I'm talking about," says Keith. "The bond, the special bond, between kids and grandparents is unique and should be treasured. This is a story of one of those magical moments. May I be as great a grandfather as Gus was to me."
"When I found out they wanted me to be a part of this project, my immediate instinct was to say yes, and I am so happy I did," says Theodora. "To be able to explore my father's relationship with his grandfather was a gift in itself. The things that I've learnt during this whole process have just been life affirming."
Paul McCartney Composing Music For Animated Movie
(Gibson) Paul McCartney is a busy man. Having released his sixteenth solo album New last fall, and completing a tour of Japan, the former Beatle is ready to take on his next project.
Speaking to KCSN Radio in Los Angeles, McCartney revealed that he is going to compose the music for an upcoming animated movie. "It's like being a kid getting to play with some of the most creative people in the world," said Paul (via Billboard).
During the hour-long interview McCartney also talked about his feelings surrounding the recent celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the Beatles arrival in the US. "When people tell you that you wrote the 'soundtrack to their life,' that's pretty meaningful," said Paul. McCartney also touched on how pleased he is with his current touring band consisting of Brian Ray, Rusty Anderson, Wix Wickens and Abe Laboriel Jr.
It was McCartney who initiated the interview with KCSN upon hearing from friends how the radio station had been playing songs from New. KCSN's program director Sky Daniels was touched by Sir Paul's gratitude towards the station: "When Paul McCartney's friends sing the praises of KCSN, and he feels compelled to listen and reach out to say thanks, it validates the support of our members and the hard work of our staff. It really is a statement that radio can still touch hearts and minds, even those of the greatest songwriter of our time." more on this story
Metal Supergroup WAMI Release Debut Track
(Classic Rock) WAMI, the supergroup formed by vocalist Doogie White, drummer Vinny Appice and guitarist Marco Mendoza, have released their debut track "Wild Woman (You Oughta Know)".
The band are completed by 16-year-old Polish axeman Iggy Gwadera, and they revealed their existence to the public last week with Appice confirming his departure from Kill Devil Hill to concentrate on his other projects
Appice had this to sya, "The music is quite heavy, but not as dark as Sabbath - I would label it high-quality heavy rock. It's melodic music and very well performed."
WAMI's debut album Kill The King will be released in May via Metal Mind Productions. Check out their first song here.
Eyehategod Reveal New Album Release Details
Eyehategod have revealed the release details for their new self-titled studio album. The self-assembled and financed album is set to be released by Housecore Records in North America on May 27th.
The band have also partnered with Century Media who will be releasing the album in Europe, Australia and New Zealand on May 26th and Daymare will be releasing the album in Japan on May 21st.
Frontman Mike IX Williams had these details for fans, "I have to say I don't believe we've lost nary a step in the creation of this album and we think these newer songs are a killer combination of classic Eyehategod mixed along with our best production, mixing, engineering and songwriting in thirteen years.
"The main and total tragic break in the chain, was obviously last year's death of our great friend and drummer, Joey LaCaze. However, his original drum tracks made it onto the final master recordings and we're f***ing psyched about that... As for working with Housecore, it was a no-brainer. We've always been a family, and will always remain a family."
Housecore founder Philip H. Anselmo had this to say, "Being a part of the new EHG record is a dream come true. I've known, supported and loved the guys for almost as long as I've been playing music myself, and it is our pleasure here at The Housecore Records Compound to have 'em aboard. And I gotta mention, having heard the new record, this is the Eyehategod record every true fan has been waiting for.... Hail!"
The band also announced that they will be playing a special one-off show in Baltimore on April 27th that will also feature performances from High On Fire, Corrosion Of Conformity, Magrudergrind, Strong Intention and Ilsa.
Carrie Underwood Joins Thousand Foot Krutch at Tulsa Concert
Thousand Foot Krutch fans that attended the band's show at the BOK Center in Tulsa, OK on March 9th received a special surprise when the band was joined on stage by Carrie Underwood.
Underwood tweeted her fans after the show, "Just got to rock the stage with @OfficialTFK in Tulsa! So much fun! Thanks, guys for letting me crash your party!"
Underwood took the stage to join the band in a performance of their song "Let The Sparks Fly." You can see fan filmed footage here and here. The track comes from the Thousand Foot Krutch's Hard Rock chart topping album "The End Is Where We Begin."
Thousand Foot Krutch are currently taking part in the Winter Jam 2014 Tour and have also announced appearances at Carolina Rebellion (Concord, NC 5/3), Rock On The Range (Columbus, OH 5/16) and Rocklahoma (Pryor, OK 5/23).
Vampire Weekend Expand Tour and Announce Tonight Show Appearance
Vampire Weekend have expanded their upcoming tour plans and also announced that they will be making an appearance on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
The Tonight Show appearance will be taking place on March 24th and the band have added several amphitheaters shows to upcoming North American tour.
The tour is scheduled to kick off on April 24th and 25th in Austin, Tx and includes headline appearances at the Governors Ball and Bonnaroo music festivals.
Later this month the band will be heading to South America beginning with an appearance at Lollapalooza: Chile and the trek will include performances at Rock N'Fall Festival in Montevideo, Lollapalooza: Argentina, Festival Estereo Picnic in Bogata and concluding with an appearance at Lollapalooza: Brazil.
The band will be touring in support of their chart topping album Modern Vampires of the City. more on this story
3 Years Hollow Announce Tour With Saliva and Release New Video
3 Years Hollow have announced that they will be hitting the road next month with Saliva for a string of U.S. tour dates and the band has released a new music video.
The new music video is for the track "Hungry," the new single off the band's brand new studio album "The Cracks", which was produced by Clint Lowery of Sevendust. Watch it here.
3 Years Hollow frontman Jose Urquiza had this to say about the new video,
"We've been working with Davo and Music Media Group on every video we've released so far in our career. He directed the first video we released back in 2012 called "Chemical Ride" which is closing in on 450,000 views, and then did two other videos in 2013. It felt amazing for us to be able to work with Davo again for Hungry. He has an amazing and incredibly unique style and he is always able to bring a story or song to life visually. He's been part of the 3YH team for a long time and hopefully the fans love what we've done together."
The band will be supporting the album next month when they join Saliva on tour. The trek will kick off on April 1st at Hipps Pub in Eau Claire, WI and will conclude on April 28th at Exit/In in Nashville, TN. more on this story
Voodoo Six Release Lead Me On Video Filmed On Iron Maiden Tour
(Classic Rock) Voodoo Six have lined up the release of a four-track EP containing a brand new radio edit of Lead Me On, the original version of which can be found on their current Songs To Invade Countries To album.
Due to be released on April 21via Spinefarm, Lead Me On (Edit) will be bundled with All That Glitters (live in Paris), Take The Blame (acoustic) and Respect (acoustic).
A video has been unveiled in support of the EP's release, filmed during Iron Maiden's Maiden England European tour last year, on which V6 were main support, playing 28 shows in 18 different countries. Watch the video here.
Trailer for Corey Taylor's Horror Film Debut Release
(TeamRock Radio) Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor can be seen in the trailer for upcoming horror movie Fear Clinic. A release date for the film hasn't yet been confirmed.
Taylor makes his acting debut alongside A Nightmare On Elm Street icon Robert Englund in a film based on the popular web series also entitled Fear Clinic.
Slipknot recently started recording their long-awaited sixth album after blacking out their social media presence so they can concentrate fully on the work.
Watch the trailer here.
Camel Releasing The Snow Goose Live DVD
(Prog) Camel have confirmed the release of a live DVD filmed at the Barbican in London last October, where they performed classic album The Snow Goose in full.
The 130-minute movie also includes nine tracks from across the veterans' career. It's initially available via their merchandise stall, with a general release to follow.
The band - who returned to action last year after a 10-year hiatus - are midway through a European tour without keyboardist Guy LeBlanc, who requires continuing treatment for renal cancer. more on this story
Tonight Alive Announce UK Headline Tour
(TeamRock Radio) Tonight Alive have confirmed a UK tour for November - and it's their biggest to date. The Australian outfit are continuing to promote second album The Other Side, launched last year.
The band are currently supporting All Time Low on the road, but look forward to performing their headline sets towards the end of the year across the UK.
Vocalist Jenna McDougall says: "Each time we play the UK is better than the last. For this tour we'll be bringing a lineup of good friends, as well as playing a setlist of more tracks from The Other Side." more on this story
Slash Releases Latest Recording Studio Update Video
(hennemusic) Slash has posted the third episode of "Real To Reel", a new web series documenting the recording of his third solo album. The series gives fans a behind-the-scenes sneak peek inside the recording sessions.
This time out, "Real To Reel" features the band members talking about the atmosphere in the studio and the pressure to nail a song when tape is rolling."The studio itself has always been sort of intimidating," says Slash.
"There's a certain sense of abandon that I have when I'm playing live, and you want to sort of create as much of that in the studio as possible. As soon as the red light goes on, you are aware that you're being scrutinized at that moment to do a performance; it becomes a much more intimidating state of affairs." Watch the video here.
Santa Cruz Release 'We Are The Ones To Fall' Video
(Classic Rock) Finnish rockers Santa Cruz have unveiled a "head-turning" video for brand new track, We Are The Ones To Fall. The Helsinki band's promo clip was directed by Ville Juurikkala, a leading Finnish rock photographer.
This new single is available digitally and on limited-edition coloured vinyl 7-inch. Both versions include B-side Fxckin' High, another new composition.
Along with WATOTF, this is the first new material released by Santa Cruz since their 2013 debut album Screaming For Adrenaline, out now via Spinefarm. Watch the video here.
Beth Bombara Releases Right My Wrongs Video
(The Blues St Louis singer-songwriter Beth Bombara has released a video for her track Right My Wrongs. It's taken from the award-winning musician's 2013 EP Raise Your Flag, and sees Bombara blending traditional blues with a host of other influences.
She says of the song: "It wrote it while feeling the heaviness of people around me whose lives were all in different stages of destruction and rebuilding.
"It's about breaking free from the things that bind us, discovering who we are and holding onto our glimmers of hope." Listen for yourself as you watch the Right My Wrongs video here.
Singled Out: KXM's Rescue Me
Today legendary Lynch Mob leader and former Dokken guitarist George Lynch tells us about "Rescue Me" which comes from the debut album from his new group KXM that also features Doug Pinnick (King's X) and Ray Luzier (Korn). Here is the story:
This is the last tune that we wrote for the CD. It flowed out of each of us very quickly and it was the obvious choice for our 1st single. Dug and I were working closely together near the end of the lyric writing process. He was staying at my place and we'd talk on into the wee hours about everything.
Dug is a 'wear your heart on your sleeve' kind of guy and very open and honest about his personal history and opinions. He's earned that right, having gone through a lot in his life.
Some of the things he shared with me literally brought me to tears. I thought to myself that if his personal story had that big of an effect on me, maybe he should tell those stories through our music.
The greatest songs are made of stories that everybody can relate to and identify with. It's real life. It's universal. In the end, as dUg said to me, it is just a song about feeling alone, and all the crap that comes with it.
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