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
Foo Fighters form Supergroup with Members of Led Zeppelin and Queen
When Foo Fighters front man Dave Grohl injured his leg in a stage mishap back in June, it caused the band to cancel a run of tour dates including two shows in the UK. This past weekend, the Foo Fighters made their return to the Milton Keynes National Bowl and never one to disappoint, the … Continue reading Foo Fighters form Supergroup with Members of Led Zeppelin and Queen
Joe Elliott on the Future of Def Leppard: ‘I cannot really predict it’
Currently on tour with Tesla and Styx, rock giants Def Leppard are gearing up to release their 11th studio album in October. In a recent interview with the Grand Forks Herald, singer Joe Elliott explains, “It’s just called ‘Def Leppard’ because that’s what it sounds like. It doesn’t sounds like any one specific era of … Continue reading Joe Elliott on the Future of Def Leppard: ‘I cannot really predict it’
Newly Discovered Crustacean Named After Elton John
Adding to his numerous credits, awards, and accomplishments, Sir Elton John has had his name incorporated in the field of marine biology. Discovered by Dr. James Thomas, Leucothoe eltoni is a tiny crustacean that predominantly lives off the coast of Indonesia. The tiny, shrimp-like creature lives harmlessly inside other reef invertebrates and has a greatly … Continue reading Newly Discovered Crustacean Named After Elton John
See the Trailer for the Who’s New Concert Film
When the Who performed at London’s Hyde Park this past summer, it was an electrifying performance and a definitive moment in the band’s 50-year history. With a sell-out crowd of 65,000 fans, Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend delivered a set of all the greatest hits including “Who Are You,” “My Generation,” “I Can See For … Continue reading See the Trailer for the Who’s New Concert Film
Aerosmith, David Bowie Writing Music for New SpongeBob Musical
The end is near. Only one sponge can save the day. But he’s going to need help from some of the greatest songwriters in rock and pop music history. David Bowie and Aerosmith‘s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry are just a few of the artists who have signed on to provide original music for the … Continue reading Aerosmith, David Bowie Writing Music for New SpongeBob Musical
Paul McCartney Tickets Sell Out in Minutes
When Paul McCartney announced five new North American dates on his Out There tour last week, it was easily predicted that it would be difficult to get tickets. An online pre-sale through McCartney’s website dramatically reduced the number of available tickets before they even went on sale to the general public. So when the remaining … Continue reading Paul McCartney Tickets Sell Out in Minutes
David Lee Roth Tells Off Fan For Throwing Beer On Stage [NSFW]
David Lee Roth didn’t hold back when a member of the audience at Van Halen‘s Camden, NJ show threw a beer up on stage this past Thursday. The front man took a few moments between songs while a crew member cleaned up the mess to let his feelings known. “In my younger day I would … Continue reading David Lee Roth Tells Off Fan For Throwing Beer On Stage [NSFW]
Pink Floyd’s Inflatable Pig Could Have Been Yours… Almost
The inflatable pig that was featured on the cover of Pink Floyd’s 1977 album Animals was almost re-homed at auction next month after the company that created the oversized helium balloon cleared out their warehouse and listed a number of items for sale with Durrants Auctioneers. “Algie,”as she’s been nicknamed, was originally included on the … Continue reading Pink Floyd’s Inflatable Pig Could Have Been Yours… Almost
