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New AC/DC CD In Rocktober

Blabbermouth reports: According to a posting on the unofficial AC/DC web site AC/DC Electric Shock, AC/DC's new album, which will most likely be called "Black Ice", will be released by Columbia Records on October 28 in North America and October 27 in the rest of the world.

The first single, "Runaway Train", which was also a contender for the album's title, will be released in late August.

Details for a world tour starting in late 2008 should be announced in the coming days. [there also some rumors that the release will have something to do with a video game. If we hear anything solid we'll pass it on. But for now Blabbermouth does have some solid info on where you'll be able - to pick the disc up]

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Alice In Chains Hard At Work on New CD

Metal Underground reports: Alice In Chains, having not released a full length studio album of original material since 1995's self titled album, are working hard in the studio to have the record done by the end of 2008.

Although the band did record a few songs that were released on their box set Music Bank in 1999, "Alice In Chains" was the final album with original vocalist Layne Staley, who died of a drug overdose in 2002. The band has since reunited with new vocalist, William DuVall who toured with Alice In Chains on their reunion tour.

Jerry Cantrell's comment on the upcoming album: "We just kind of met and got along you know and ended up playing together on my solo tour and when we started thinking about doing some playing I suggested him coming in and jamming with us and the guys had a good time with him. That was like three years ago and we're still hanging out and having a good time and making some music. We're in the middle. Yeah, we're in the middle." - more on this story

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Coheed and Cambria Announce Very Special Shows

Columbia Records reports: Coheed and Cambria are excited to announce "Neverender." Neverender is an event created by the band in which this progressive rock juggernaut will, for the first time ever, perform live over four nights all four of their concept records in their entirety.

The albums will be played in order from beginning to end. Each night's production will be specifically catered to the record being performed. Tickets for the shows go on sale on Friday July 18 at 1pm EST through Ticketmaster.

A special, limited VIP package will be offered via the band's ticket site. The package includes tickets for all four nights, early entry to the shows, a VIP laminate, an intimate acoustic performance, an exclusive poster and a meet and greet with the band. These tickets go on sale Tuesday, July 15 at 1pm EST. The full Neverender itinerary is below. - more on this story

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Snot Returns

Blabbermouth reports: The surviving members of the legendary Santa Barbara metal/punk rock hybrid SNOT have reunited and are planning to hit the road next month.

The group disbanded in 1998 following the death of the group's lead singer, Lynn Strait.

Now Mikey Doling (guitar), John "Tumor" Fahnestock (bass), Jamie Miller (drums) and Sonny Mayo (guitar) have enlisted former DIVINE HERESY vocalist Tommy Cummings (a.k.a. Tommy Vext) and have already booked two shows, with many more to follow during the coming months. - more including initial dates

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Rise Against Reason this Fall

UMe reports: You will be seeing a lot more of Rise Against this fall. The Chicago based band have announced a fall headlining tour to coincide with the release of their new album Appeal To Reason.

The tour will include openers Alkaline Trio, Thrice and The Gaslight Anthem. Official tour dates to be announced soon.

Rise Against are putting the finishing touches on their fifth studio album, Appeal To Reason, which will be released on DGC/Interscope Records October 7th. - more on this story

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Jake E. Lee Confirmed for Full Enuff Z'nuff Album

antiMusic reports: We can confirm that Jake E. Lee will appear on the entire forthcoming Enuff Z'nuff album, now titled 'Dissonance.' The band issued a special collectors edition of the disc at the Rocklahoma festival this past weekend.

The former Ozzy Osbourne/Badlands guitarist was originally believed to only make a guest appearance on the album, but ended up playing lead guitar on all of the tracks that are believed to be on the final version of the effort.

On the guest appearance front, original Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler will appear on the album. Adler also joined the band onstage at Rocklahoma last weekend for a jam of the Beatles classic "Come Together" as well as "Knocking on Heaven's Door," Tracii Guns also jumped in on the latter. [Videos have been posted at enuffznuff.com ]

It is not know yet if Jake E. Lee will join Enuff Z'nuff on the road when they tour to support this effort. - more on this story

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Blues Traveler Shooting for August Release

conqueroo reports: After selling ten million records worldwide, six gold or platinum albums, and 2,000 shows in front of three million fans, Grammy Award-winning Blues Traveler ventured out of its creative comfort zone to explore some adventurous new horizons for its new album (and Verve Forecast label debut). Street date is August 26, 2008.

The resultant North Hollywood Shootout is a landmark in the quintet's large and widely loved body of work, demonstrating the enduring strengths of the band's songwriting while capturing the spontaneous spirit of their legendary live shows.

According to frontman and harmonica slinger John Popper, "We're still trying to cultivate what we're individually good at into something that's bigger than the sum of its parts. When we're all playing and it's working, it becomes this separate entity, and that's still the thing that we're chasing." - more on this story

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Hatebreed Set DVD Release

Adrenaline reports: Hardcore Metal heavyweights Hatebreed have announced a September 2, 2008 release date for their first ever DVD, Live Dominance.

The DVD will include the band's entire 80 minute show shot in front of a crazed, sold-out crowd at Harpo's in Detroit on the Supermacy tour, plus additional live concert footage shot all over the globe in such cities as Philadelphia, New-Haven, New York and more.

Live Dominance will include over 2 hours of live footage. In addition, the DVD is set to include a ton of bonus features shot specifically for the release including brand-new band interviews, concept videos, fan testimonials, and much much more.

The Harpo's Detroit show was shot entirely in hi-definition and directed by Kevin Custer with musical production/mixing from Grammy Award winner, Josh Wilbur (Lamb Of God). - more on this story

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Donnie Darko Sequel with Harcourt Score

PR reports: Ed Harcourt is about to add film scoring to his repertoire, as he's signed on for "S. Darko," the supernatural sequel to the cult favorite film, "Donnie Darko."

Set in 1995, seven years after the original, Donnie Darko's younger sister Samantha is the focus as she deals with her brother's death and finds herself caught in the midst of a meteorite crash.

The movie, which began shooting in May, is slated for a 2009 release and directed by Chris Fisher ("Nightstalker," "Rampage: The Hillside Strangler Murders"). "I read the script and loved it, so I jumped at the opportunity," exclaims Harcourt. "I'm really looking forward to experimenting and getting to do whatever I want. I have tons of ideas. This is all I'm thinking about - Darko on the brain." - more on this story

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Cypress Hill, Biohazard, Slipknot and Hate Members Guest on Rob GEE CD

PR reports: Rob GEE is giving a big shout-out to his roots by planning a number of DJ dates throughout the rest of 2008 which will take him around the world and spinning for clubbers at many points on the globe.

GEE's history of DJing and live performances shows his dedication to bringing the fusion of organic and electronic music to a wide variety of listeners. Rob GEE is the only artist of his kind to collaborate and create with members of respected rock, metal, hardcore and hip-hop acts such as Slipknot, Hatebreed, Biohazard, Wu-Tang Clan, Cypress Hill, and System Of A Down (just to name a few), creating a unification of electronic, metal, hardcore, hip-hop, and any other style for that matter, known as gabber music.

Before he hits the road in August, GEE has been hard at work in the studio on the album that will be the third in a trilogy (following "Says," which was released in May and his self-titled album, which came out last fall). Joining him on some tracks have been none other than Sen Dog (of Cypress Hill), Sean Martin (of Hatebreed) and DJ Starscream (of Slipknot), all of whom respect GEE's work greatly - more on this story

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From Waiting Tables to Opening for Robert Plant in Half A Year

antiMusic reports: This is kind of story we love to see to the music biz. Imagine someone going from waiting tables to opening for Robert Plant half a year later. We're talking about Sharon Little, who also is providing the theme song to a new TV show. Here is 411 from her PR peeps:

Sharon Little's album, Perfect Time For A Breakdown, has just broken into the Top Ten of Billboard's Heatseekers chart and the big news this week and the first track from the album, "Follow That Sound," has been chosen as the theme for A&E's new series, The Cleaner, starring Benjamin Bratt. The series premieres this coming Tuesday, July 15th at 10 PM ET/PT.

Steve Kligne's piece for the Philadelphia Inquirer from last Friday tells Sharon's amazing tale: In January, Sharon Little was waiting on tables in Ardmore and West Chester and singing in coffee shops like Ardmore's MilkBoy, with a self-released CD and an EP to her name. On Saturday night, she will be opening for Robert Plant and Alison Krauss at the Mann Center for Performing Arts, one of her 34 dates on their stellar "Raising Sand" tour. - Read that full article

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Find Out Who Killed Harry Houdini in October

PR reports: I'm From Barcelona release "Who Killed Harry Houdini?" on Mute October 14, 2008. The sunny first single, "Paper Planes" will be released August 19, 2008.

Their follow up to 2007's debut album "Let Me Introduce My Friends," "Houdini" once again showcase the 20+ member band's ability to write pop that is as complex as it is colorful.

Inspired by escape mastermind Harry Houdini and his own experiences as a failed amateur magician, frontman Emanuel Lundgren and band locked themselves in the studio and escaped into songwriting. The result is a return to form as well as an exploration of new subject matters and musical territory. - more on this story

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Coming Up on Kimmel

JKL reports: "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" continues their outdoor stage performances with controversial hip hop artist NAS on July 16th and continues with MARIAH CAREY performing at the Summer Krush series across from the "Jimmy Kimmel Live" studio at Hollywood and Highland.

Minus the Bear and Alanis Morissette are also scheduled to perform on the outdoor stage. Minus the Bear on July 18th and Alanis on the 22nd.

"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" has hosted outdoor performances from a variety of acclaimed musical acts including Arctic Monkeys, Incubus, Destiny's Child, Ozzy Osbourne, Keith Urban, Gwen Stefani, Coldplay, 50 Cent, Kelly Clarkson, Kanye West, Justin Timberlake, Tenacious D, Audioslave and many more. - schedule of upcoming acts

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Aretha Franklin To Headline Newport Jazz Festival

PR reports: Aretha Franklin will headline this year's [Newport Jazz Festival] on Saturday, August 9 at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, RI. Franklin joins an all-star line-up of jazz artists and other musicians including Sonny Rollins, Chris Botti, Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter.

In addition to Franklin's performance, Melody Gardot, a newly signed Verve artist, has been added to the Saturday line-up. Though the individual performances make this year's event one of the most highly anticipated jazz festivals in years, it's the incredible on-stage collaborations that will make it truly memorable. Some planned collaborations include three jazz greats � Charlie Haden, Bill Frisell and Ethan Iverson � who are joining forces for the first time on Saturday, August 9. Also on Saturday, there will be a special encore of the all-star quartet Dave Holland, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Chris Potter and Eric Harland, who made their legendary debut last year at the Monterey Jazz Festival. - more on this story

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Trey Anastasio, Richie Havens and Son Volt Join Newport Folk Festival

PR reports: Trey Anastasio, Richie Havens and Son Volt have been added to the line-up of the 2008 Newport Folk Festival. Modern alt-country 11-piece Red Rooster also has been added to the roster. The 36th festival will take place August 1 � August 3 at historic Fort Adams State Park in Newport, RI.

The Newport Folk Festival will bring Trey Anastasio to the stage for a solo acoustic set and his first full performance in 17 months. This will be Anastasio's first-time playing Newport and his first-ever full solo acoustic show. Additionally, folk-funk pioneer Richie Havens will make a historic return to the festival after seventeen years, while alt-country rockers Son Volt and Red Rooster will make their debut. These artists join the already stellar 2008 line-up which pairs rising stars like Cat Power and Jim James of My Morning Jacket with venerated stalwarts such as Jimmy Buffett, The Black Crowes and Levon Helm. - more on this story

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Jackson Hole Music Festival Nabs Some More Big Names

PR reports: Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals have been added to the Sunday, August 17 line-up at this year's Jackson Hole Music Festival. In addition, music legend Brian Wilson and
pedal steel master Robert Randolph & The Family Band have confirmed to play the inaugural music festival, which is set to take place on August 16 & 17 in Jackson Hole, WY.

Following is the line-up for the inaugural Jackson Hole Music Festival: Wilco- The Black Crowes- Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals- Brian Wilson- Son Volt- Robert Randolph & The Family Band- Medeski Martin and Wood- The Avett Brothers- Backdoor Slam- Kaki King - more on this story

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Amoral Singer Needed

Blabbermouth reports: AMORAL have issued the following update: We are sad to inform you that Niko [Kallioj�rvi, vocals] is leaving AMORAL. A while ago he sat us down and told us that he's having serious motivation problems and feels like it's time to do other things. We were in shock, as none of us saw this coming.

"We were sure Niko was enjoying the ride just as much as we were. We tried reasoning with him, even offering him a year-long break to do whatever else he feels like he needs to do, but quickly realized he had already made his mind. Of course, we were devastated at first.

"Niko was just as crucial part of the band as the rest of us, and also our frontman, the voice of the band. Was this the end of AMORAL? The rest of us discussed this and were happy to see that we all felt that there's no way we're stopping now. We've worked too hard to get where we are, and we enjoy playing together, so why would we give it all up? We decided to look at the bright side of the situation: this would be our chance to pursue in a more melodic direction, something we've wanted for a long time but weren't able to do with Niko.
- read the rest of their statement plus find out how you can become their singer (if you have those melodic chops)

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David Banner Books Free MySpace Show

Myspace reports: MySpace Music is proud to announce that David Banner will be performing a free show for his MySpace friends in New York City on July 17 at 8:30 p.m. at Knitting Factory NYC

With his new album "The Greatest Story Ever Told" slated for release on July 15, Mississippi's favorite son David Banner is eager to showcase his fresh body of work with opening act Maino in tow. Early wristband pick-up for the performance will begin at 7 p.m. on July 17 on a first come, first served basis.

Featuring guest shots from the likes of Lil Wayne, Akon, Chris Brown, Snoop Dogg and Chamillionaire, "The Greatest Story Ever Told" is a piece of social commentary expressing Banner's passionate viewpoints, his recent experiences, and the type of heartache he's endured over the past few years. - http://www.myspace.com/davidbanner

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Notes From The Road TV

PR reports: Ovation TV will launch a weekly original music series featuring some of the hottest bands and artists touring the U.S. this summer.

The one-hour "Bonefish Grill's Notes From The Road" will premiere Thursday, August 7 (8-9 p.m. ET/PT) with a show featuring live performances and candid conversations with one of today's most popular bands, The Bravery ("Believe").

Other scheduled artists in upcoming episodes include: 3 Doors Down, Josh Kelley, Gavin DeGraw, Vanessa Carlton, Ben Folds, Jason Mraz and Matisyahu. - more on this story

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My Bloody Gemma Hayes

PR reports: Irish chanteuse Gemma Hayes is gearing up to release her third album, The Hollow of Morning on September 30 via Second Motion Records.

Kevin Shields of My Bloody Valentine contributes guitar on two tracks and Paul Noonan of Bell X1 plays drums throughout the album. My Bloody Valentine have invited Hayes to perform on their curated stage at this year's All Tomorrow's Parties first east coast festival on September 21 at Kutshers Country Club in Monticello, NY. Hayes joins Dinosaur Jr., Mogwai, Mercury Rev and the Lilys. Hayes is also set to headline at the Mercury Lounge on September 22 in New York City. - more on this story

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US Passenger

PR reports: In celebration of their debut CD out on August 5th, Wicked Man's Rest, /PASSENGER. will return to the U.S. on July 31st for a two week tour, giving American audiences another dose of their poignant tales spun as gorgeously melodic and well-crafted pop songs.

Following on the heels of a successful UK busking tour, /PASSENGER. are thrilled to continue the practice at select stops on their upcoming tour.

When the five-member band first tried busking on a recent tour, they were delighted to discover the ability to connect with a whole new audience. Front-man Mike Rosenberg explains, "it's brilliant because people that don't usually go to our gigs and are exposed to our music." - more on this story

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Johnny Foreigner US Debut

PR reports: Johnny Foreigner announce the US release of their debut album Waited Up 'Til It Was Light, in stores this October on Nettwerk Records. It will be available through iTunes and other digital retailers July 22, 2008.

Recorded with Machine (Fall Out Boy, Armor For Sleep) in December 2007, the Birmingham three piece have created a whirlwind of excitement with their frantic, melodic, indie-rock exuberance in their native UK. Now, they are crossing the pond and have already gained the praise from the Mecca of indie music know-how that is Pitchfork Media, who called them "…a breath of fresh air."

Waited Up 'Til It Was Light features 13 tracks which combine melodic indie punk guy/girl vocals with feverish guitar lines that showcase the group's energy and talent. - more on this story

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Cold War Kids Go Soph

PR reports: Cold War Kids announce details of their sophomore album. The follow-up to their robbers & cowards (2006), Loyalty To Loyalty will be released on Downtown Records in September '08.

Track List: 1. Against Privacy 2. Mexican Dogs 3. Every Valley Is Not A Lake 4. Something Is Not Right With Me 5. Welcome To The Occupation 6. Golden Gate Jumpers 7. Avalanche in B 8. I've Seen Enough 9. Every Man I Fall For 10. Dreams Old Men Dream 11. On The Night My Love Broke Through 12. Relief 13. Cryptomnesia

Cold War Kids will soon embark on North American tour, bringing audiences songs from both robbers & cowards and Loyalty To Loyalty: - dates

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Night In Gales Reissues

MMP reports: Three Night In Gales albums are getting the reissue treatment. All three are digitally remastered using 24-Bit process on golden disc and limited to numerated 2000 copies. The release date is scheduled for 18th August 2008 in Europe and 30th September 2008 in USA (via MVD).

Back in the mid 90's, the Gothenburg school of metal clearly dominated the scene, spawning dozens of bands influenced by the Swedish style. Night In Gales emerged right in the middle of the movement and it soon became clear that this young group was a breath of fresh air among other In Flames-wannabes.

The German five-piece quickly proved that melodic death metal could be played outside Sweden with the very same power and intensity. Now, with the exclusive re-releases of their most memorable works � "Towards the Twilight", "Thunderbeast" and "Nailwork" � Night In Gales return in all their glory to once again prove their worth on the melodic death metal scene. - more on this story

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Midnight To Twelve Week: Day 2

antiMusic reports: Are you a bit tired of emo? Burnt out on mallcore and bling obsessed hip-hop? If so, alternative rockers Midnight to Twelve just might have what you are looking for. The band's surprisingly eclectic self-titled album hits stores next week and to get you ready for it we asked frontman Jon Hartman to pick some of his favorite songs from the album and tell us about them. Here is Jon with today's song:

"Future" is the only track on the disc that isn't named after a lyric in the song. We have been touring now for almost 4 years and everyday it blows my mind that it's been that long...Crazy! Anyway back in the day when we were 5 guys in a garage playing our hearts out every Tuesday and Thursday in Whittier, CA getting ready for what was hopefully to come. I wrote the lyrics from a place of wonder and curiosity of what it's gonna be like to be gone for months at a time and not be able to see my family and friends on a daily basis. So I called it "Future" because hopefully that is where we were headed and hear we are, which is very cool by the way.

Hear what it's all about, learn more about the band and the CD, plus find out where you can see them live. It's all right - here

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. Keith Urban Live

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. Quick Flicks: Joe Strummer, The Clash, Attitude For Destruction, The Deadboys

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We look to artists to help us shape our worlds. When life throws them lemons, we want to see how they make lemonade, hoping we can draw some life lessons from it. Through music, we see reflections of ourselves and that is why music is so near and dear to so many. - Read the full Bon Jovi: Whole Lot of Leavin' review

. Taint - Secrets and Lies

This is an album as heated as the sun and as all-encompassing in scope. No lies here, I am a devout Taint addict after this, and if anyone grants Secrets and Lies a sporting chance, my guess is they will be too. - Read the full Taint - Secrets and Lies review

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GNV FLA marks a total return to form for Less Than Jake, it's a portrait of their former selves. It'll take you about one track to realize that it was a bad series of studio pushes rather than age and loss of inspiration that ruined the previous album. They've still got it. (4 stars) - Read the full Less Than Jake - GNV FLA review

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