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Daily Music News Report for 07/08/2016


Day in Rock Part 2



Chris Cornell's Alleged Stalker Arrested Trying To Enter Concert

(hennemusic) Chris Cornell's alleged stalker was arrested prior to his show at the Louisville Palace Theater in Louisville, KY on July 6. TMZ reports Jessica Robbins was picked up by law enforcement officials as she tried to make her way inside for one of the shows on Cornell's current solo acoustic tour of North America in support of his latest album, "Higher Truth."

Sources tell the news outlet that every venue on the tour has had a picture of Robbins and has been on high alert to stop her. Sources also say that the Soundgarden singer was informed of the arrest before the show.

According to Rolling Stone, Robbins was arrested by the FBI in 2014 for allegedly harassing Cornell online and charged her with stalking. The Tampa Bay Times reported, at the time, that Cornell and his wife believed Robbins had entered their Miami home in 2013. The Cornells also pulled their kids out of New York public schools out of fear that Robbins would hurt them. Read more here.

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Blink-182 Looking At Alternatives To Flying Following Plane Crash

(Radio.com) Nearly dying in a plane crash could cause anyone to be deathly afraid of flying, but it has caused touring complications for Blink-182, whose drummer Travis Barker was seriously injured in a Learjet 60 crash in South Carolina in 2008.

So Barker is searching for an alternate form of transportation so the band can tour Europe. "Travis is looking into the possibility of taking a boat from LA, which is a very long trip," bassist and vocalist Mark Hoppus told NME.

A long trip, indeed. The most convenient route from California to the UK would require two-and-a-half weeks of transportation, reported the Daily Star. "I'm on a bus for six days, travelling from LA to New York, and then I'm spending eleven days on a boat," Barker said. Read more here.

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311 Reveal 2017 Caribbean Cruise Plans

(Radio.com) 311 will host their fifth Caribbean cruise, sailing between Tampa, Florida, and the island paradise of Cozumel, Mexico, March 2-6, 2017. The Omaha band will transform the Norwegian Jade cruise liner into a massive, floating music festival at sea.

According to a release, 2700 fans will enjoy an action-packed performance schedule spread-out over five stages--the cruise includes three 311 pool deck shows; shows by other bands, DJ's and comedians well as various ocean-going activities.

Additional acts includes SoCal roots-reggae act Rebelution, ska-pop icons Reel Big Fish, reggae-dub band Stick Figure, L.A.-based hip-hop duo People Under the Stairs, Mid-Atlantic beach rockers Ballyhoo!, alt-rocking go-go trio RDGLDGRN, funky-soul aficionados Los Stellarians (side project of 311 member SA Martinez) and Beastie Boys tribute band ILL Communication. Read more and watch a recap of their 2015 Jamaican cruise here.

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Of Mice & Men Frontman Austin Carlile Gets Baptized

(TeamRock Radio) Of Mice & Men frontman Austin Carlile has been baptized, saying he realizes he needs to "fully follow" God. The vocalist says in an Instagram post that trying to do things alone left him "stranded." Carlile, 28, has been battling the effects of Marfan syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's connective tissue.

He's had surgery on his hip and back as a result of the condition. Carlile says: "This past Sunday I was finally baptized, after taking 28 years to realize God's work playing out in my life and that I had to get out of the middle of the road and fully follow Him.

"Trying to do things my own way completely left me stranded. Relying on my own perseverance and strength was not enough. His grace has been overwhelming, and with every obstacle I've faced I'm proud to say my hope through Him is what has pushed me to continue on, and to keep fighting." Read more here.

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Panic! At The Disco's Brendon Urie Shares His Weezer Excitement

(Radio.com) Panic! At The Disco is spending their summer on the road with Weezer. Like most of his peers, Panic! frontman Brendon Urie is a huge fan of Rivers Cuomo's band, and he still seems shocked to find himself on the bill with them.

"It's so crazy to think about touring with Weezer," he tells Radio.com. "Because that's a band that I grew up with. 'The Blue Album' and Pinkerton were huge for me; I learned how to play drums and guitar to those records. And they hold such a special place for me."

Besides the fact that he's a Weezer fan, Urie is happy to play in front of audiences that may not be totally familiar with Panic! "It's kinda why I love playing festivals too; there's something about having to prove yourself. People that came to see Weezer, I wanna see what kind of reaction I can get from them. I wanna pull some kind of visceral reaction. I wanna shock people, I wanna impress people."

Urie recently spoke with Radio.com about another time when he played in front of someone else's audience when he made a surprise appearance during Halsey's set at Coachella. He says that his music tastes expand from pop to alternative rock, and far beyond that. Read more here.

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Mumford & Sons Decide To Be Blink-182 For A Day In New Video

(Radio.com) When indie folk darlings Mumford & Sons want to show off their wild side, they apparently turn to Blink-182 for inspiration. A new video posted on YouTube by Blink-182 shows the English folk band dressed up in a wild array of colors and alt-rock styles while jamming out in Blink's dressing room.

In the brief 45-second video, Blink-182 are set to open for Mumford & Sons during an evening show. But�as they say�while the cat's away, the mouse will play. With Mark Hoppus, Travis Barker and Matt Skiba away doing something else, Mumford & Sons overtake their dressing room and have a rollicking good time pretending to perform "Brohemian Rhapsody."

Things, of course, get awkward once Blink-182 returns and catches everyone red handed. The video's quick edits and zoom-in shots make for an added chuckle. If you're wondering why Mumford & Sons decided to be Blink-182 for a day, it's all an ad for the latter's new album California and to promote their upcoming tour. It just goes to show that beneath every earnest, emotional folk band there's a ranging alt-rock band waiting to get out. Watch here.

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All Time Low Announce Straight To DVD II Documentary

(Radio.com) All Time Low have announced the release of the documentary Straight To DVD II: Past, Present and Future Hearts, which is set to be released on August 26th.

The new film released is a sequel to the band's 2010 film of the same name, and follows the group in during the leadup to their latest release Future Hearts.

The documentary will come packaged with a live performance from the band's sold out show at Wembley Arena, which includes two previously unreleased b-sides "Take Cover," and "Caroline." Check out the full track listing of the deluxe edition here.

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