First Beatles Contract Sells At Auction
The first recording contract ever signed by the Beatles hit the auction block in New York last week, selling for over $90,000 USD. The six-page document, an agreement between the Beatles and Germany’s Polydor label, resulted in the release of the band’s first single, “My Bonnie,” under the name Tony Sheridan and the Beat Brothers. … Continue reading First Beatles Contract Sells At Auction
Hear Def Leppard’s New Song, ‘Let’s Go’
Def Leppard has announced that their new, self-titled studio album will be released October 30th. The first single, “Let’s Go” is a thunderous arena rock track. Hear it below now. Recorded earlier this year at front man Joe Elliott’s studio in Dublin, Ireland, the album will feature 14 tracks in total. This self-titled album release … Continue reading Hear Def Leppard’s New Song, ‘Let’s Go’
The Who Postpone North American Tour Dates
The Who have confirmed that they are postponing all remaining dates on their “THE WHO HITS 50!” North American tour. The band had initially postponed four shows on doctors orders after Roger Daltrey contracted a mystery virus. Although it was initially hoped that the rest of the tour might proceed, Daltrey has since been diagnosed … Continue reading The Who Postpone North American Tour Dates
Springsteen, Joan Jett and More Appear in Darlene Love’s Video
Bruce Springsteen, Joan Jett and Elvis Costello are just a few of the familiar faces to appear in Darlene Love’s new music video for “Forbidden Nights”. E-Street Band member Steven Van Zandt also appears, as well as Paul Shaffer, Bill Murray, Dave Letterman and more. The song is featured on Love’s new album, Introducing Darlene … Continue reading Springsteen, Joan Jett and More Appear in Darlene Love’s Video
REO Speedwagon Guitarist Gary Richrath Dies at 65
Gary Richrath, guitarist and songwriter for REO Speedwagon, has died, the band has revealed. “My longtime friend and collaborator Gary Richrath passed away earlier today,” front man Kevin Cronin revealed in a post on the band’s website and Facebook page on Sunday. “Gary was both a unique guitarist and songwriter, and the embodiment of the … Continue reading REO Speedwagon Guitarist Gary Richrath Dies at 65
Watch New Live and In-Studio Video from David Gilmour
As David Gilmour prepares for the release of his new solo album, Rattle That Lock, the Pink Floyd guitarist has released a number of videos that give fans a look into the making of the album, the studio sessions and some live performance promo footage. Watch below. Rattle That Lock is due out September 18 … Continue reading Watch New Live and In-Studio Video from David Gilmour
Foo Fighters’ Sonic Highways Wins 2 Emmys
The Foo Fighters’ critically acclaimed HBO documentary series, Sonic Highways, took home two awards Saturday night at the 67th Emmy Awards in Los Angeles. The series received the honors for Outstanding Sound Editing for Nonfiction Programming (Single or Multi-Camera) and Outstanding Sound Mixing for Nonfiction Programming (Single or Multi-Camera). In a recent interview, Foo Fighters … Continue reading Foo Fighters’ Sonic Highways Wins 2 Emmys
Pearl Jam To Perform on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Pearl Jam will visit The Late Show and new host Stephen Colbert later this month, CBS has announced. The band will perform as the show’s musical guest on Wednesday, September 23rd. The television appearance will come just 3 days before the band is set to headline the Global Citizen Festival in New York City’s Central … Continue reading Pearl Jam To Perform on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Jeff Lynne’s ELO to Release First Album of New Music in 15 Years
Jeff Lynne’s ELO has signed a global deal with Columbia Records and is set to deliver a new album, it has been announced. This will be the first new ELO music in 15 years. As with ELO’s previous albums, Lynne will serve as the producer, songwriter, arranger, lead singer and guitarist. A release date has … Continue reading Jeff Lynne’s ELO to Release First Album of New Music in 15 Years
Watch Foo Fighters Cover ‘Molly’s Lips’ For the First Time Ever
The Foo Fighters are full of surprises on their current tour, and Tuesday night was no exception. While Dave Grohl has always steered clear of the Nirvana catalog (with the exception of “Marigold” – a Nirvana song he wrote and sang), they made an exception at their show in Edinburgh, Scotland Tuesday night. One of … Continue reading Watch Foo Fighters Cover ‘Molly’s Lips’ For the First Time Ever
Whitesnake’s Joel Hoekstra Releases New Music Video
As Joel Hoekstra ramps up to release Dying To Live – the debut album from his band, Joel Hoekstra’s 13, the Whitesnake guitarist has released a music video for the album’s first single. “Until I Left You” features vocals by Jeff Scott Soto, as well as Tony Franklin on bass and Vinny Appice on drums. … Continue reading Whitesnake’s Joel Hoekstra Releases New Music Video
Paul McCartney, Jon Bon Jovi & More Team Up for Charity Single
Paul McCartney and Jon Bon Jovi are just two of the artists who have teamed up to record a charity single in support of efforts on climate change. “Love Song to the Earth,” which also features Sheryl Crow, Colbie Caillat, Nathasha Bedingfield, Leona Lewis, Fergie and Sean Paul, has been released as part of a … Continue reading Paul McCartney, Jon Bon Jovi & More Team Up for Charity Single
