Original AC/DC drummer Colin Burgess has died at the age of 77. The band shared the sad news with fans via their social media on Friday (December 15th). A cause of death was not revealed.
The band shared, "Very sad to hear of the passing of Colin Burgess. He was our first drummer and a very respected musician. Happy memories, rock in peace Colin." (continue)
Slipknot co-founder M. Shawn "Clown" Crahan said in a new interview that drummer Jay Weinberg "did not leave the band" and that the group has decided "to so something different".
Crahan told NME, "As far as Jay goes, what people need to know is Jay did not leave the band, and what I want to say is that we're moving on. (continue)
ABKCO Records will release The Rolling Stones Singles 1966-1971 on February 2. The limited-edition set includes reproductions of 18 7" vinyl singles and extended play records by "The World's Greatest Rock 'n' Roll Band," as originally released by Decca, London Records and ABKCO Records. The collection serves as a second volume and companion to The Rolling Stones Singles 1963-1966 (ABKCO, 2022). All tracks were remastered by 13-time Grammy Award-winning engineer Bob Ludwig, and the discs are manufactured by Third Man Pressing in Detroit. The set, replete with period-correct picture sleeve art, will also come with a 32-page book containing extensive liner notes by Stones authority Nigel Williamson, as well as rare photos and ephemera, plus a set of five photo cards and a poster, all housed in a hard-shell box.
The Rolling Stones Singles 1966-1971 spans a crucial period in the band's evolution, when their move towards the experimental and psychedelic sounds of "We Love You" and "She's a Rainbow" gave way to the rootsy, blues-based rock of "Honky Tonk Women" and "Wild Horses." Also during this time, guitarist/founding member Brian Jones was replaced by Mick Taylor - the first lineup change since the group's founding. Amidst the stylistic shifts and tumult between '66 and '71, the Stones racked up seven Top 10 singles on both sides of the Atlantic, including four Number Ones. (continue)
"Every Rose Has Its Thorn" is one of the most popular power ballads in rock history. Poison frontman Bret Michaels, the song's author, revealed to Dan Rather how an unfortunate phone call after a concert inspired the somber melody.
"We get done, pack up our stuff, and went back to a motel. I made a payphone call, and in the middle of that conversation was not only my girlfriend's voice, but I could hear someone else's voice in the background," Michaels recounted during an interview with Dan Rather. (continue)
Elton John shared his favorite 2023 Rocket Hour tracks during the latest episode of the show on Apple Music and 2b sent over some key quotes. Elton says: "I'm looking back and choosing some of my favorite songs that I've played on the show this year. It was very hard to choose because there's been so many brilliant songs this year."
CamelPhat & Ali Love - Compute
CamelPhat are a production duo from Liverpool. We've played a lot of stuff from them before on the show but this is taken from their new album 'Spiritual Milk'. This track is fantastic and features a sample from the iconic track 'Computer Love' by Kraftwerk. (continue)
The 69 Eyes will return to US stages this Spring on the Death Of Darkness USA Tour 2024. The sixteen-date journey runs from March 26th through April 13th and includes support provided by The Bites and Budderside.
The Helsinki band will be launching the U.S. tour in support of their critically lauded, thirteenth studio album, Death Of Darkness, released last April via Atomic Fire Records. (continue)
German metal band Rage have announced the arrival of their latest studio album 'Afterlifelines' on March 29th, 2024. The new double album will consist of a total of 21 songs, including an intro, interlude and outro.
Remarkably, the two records feature different musical approaches. Singer and bassist Peavy Wagner explains: "The first album is called 'Afterlife' and comprises songs that we recorded as a trio, while the material on the second album 'Lifelines' also includes classical orchestral arrangements." (continue)
Gypsy Pistoleros have their fifth single and totally Radio unfriendly 'Revolution!!', off the already critically acclaimed Charting album 'Duende a Go Go Loco!'
'Revolution!' is an anthem for the underdog! A call for revolt against the corporate elite who own, control and manipulate the general population for their own gain, greed and amusement. For many who are sinking in financial debt and cannot ends meet, this is a call to change this corrupt system and government! (continue)
British blues-rock sensation Joanne Shaw Taylor continues to captivate her audience with the release of her soul-stirring version of Joan Armatrading's "All The Way From America," a masterful interpretation of deep emotional connection and enduring hope. The song, chosen and produced by the acclaimed Kevin Shirley, is an exquisite blend of poignant lyrics and Taylor's emotive guitar playing, creating a soundscape that resonates with listeners' deepest sentiments.
"You called all the way from America, but my heart couldn't stand the pain of that promised love," sings Taylor, her voice weaving a tale of distant love and the strength found in solitude. "This song is a journey of heartache and resilience. It's about the pain of waiting for a love that's always out of reach, and the power in finally letting go," reflects Joanne. (continue)
Jason Bonham May Have Found Unreleased Led Zeppelin Recordings was a top 23 story of March 2023: Late Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham's son Jason says that he recently discovered a box containing a "whole bunch" of tapes that possibly may include some unreleased Led Zeppelin recordings.
Jason made the revelation during an appearance on The Vinyl Guide podcast. He explained (via Music Radar, "Believe it or not, Dad didn't like to play at all, at home. He had no recording equipment. We've got his old Revox two-track and that was literally just to be able to play mixes when he came back from the studio, they'd make another reel [for listening]." (continue)
(hennemusic) David Lee Roth Details Eric Clapton Influence On Eddie Van Halen was a top 23 story of March 2023: David Lee Roth shares some of the history of Eric Clapton's influence on Eddie Van Halen in the latest episode of The Roth Show. Van Halen - who cited Clapton as a hero during interviews throughout his lifetime - regularly performed tracks from his work with Cream during the band's early years on the Southern California party circuit.
"Eddie Van Halen was an Eric Clapton acolyte; he followed him like a disciple," recalls Roth about that era in the band's history. "Eddie barely could afford shoelaces when he was learning to play guitar...he had one gold top Les Paul. I used to sit right across from him in his little room, almost knee-to-knee touching. [We] slept on crates with a mattress on it. He would sit on the mattress, and I'd sit on the amp right in front of him on the Marshall stack bottom right in front of him, our knees almost touching, and writing the songs we became famous for." (continue)
Former Iron Maiden Vocalist Hospitalized Following Heart Attack was a top 23 story of March 2023: Wolfsbane and former Iron Maiden lead vocalist Blaze Bayley has been hospitalized after suffering a heart attack at home on Saturday, March 25th, forcing him to postpone his solo shows in March and April.
The news was broken to fans via his official Facebook page where, Mark Appleton & Christopher Appleton (management / bookings), shared the following statement on Sunday, "We sincerely regret to announce that Blaze had a heart attack at home yesterday evening & is now in hospital in a stable condition, awaiting news of further surgery/treatment. (continue)
100 Drummers Rock Foo Fighters' My Hero in Tribute To Taylor Hawkins was a top 23 story of March 2023: One year after the sudden passing of Taylor Hawkins, Studio Brussel pays tribute to Foo Fighters' iconic drummer with a unique version of 'My Hero', performed by 100 drummers and Belgian rock band Black Box Revelation, live at Sportpaleis Antwerp. The last venue in Belgium where Taylor Hawkins played with Foo Fighters before his passing.
Black Box Revelation shared: On March 25, 2022, Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins passed away completely unexpectedly on the band's South American tour. His death caused a wave of disbelief and sorrow, which we continue to feel to this day. In addition to being a fantastic drummer, Taylor Hawkins was a crowd favorite: his close friendship with Dave Grohl and great love for Queen made for unforgettable moments on stage. (continue)
Saliva's Wayne Swinny Dead From Spontaneous Brain Hemorrhage While on Tour was a top 23 story of March 2023: Saliva's publicist sent over this sad update on Wayne Swinny: It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Wayne Swinny, the guitarist of Saliva. Wayne passed away this afternoon from a Spontaneous brain hemorrhage while on tour promoting their new single "High on Me." Wayne will be missed by all those who knew him.
"I'm not even sure what to think or how to feel right now. My heart aches for Wayne's family, his friends, and anyone who had the joy of being around him. My heart aches for his daughter Nikki. He loved that little girl so much. He was a Guitar Hero onstage with all the Rock 'N' Roll swag that most guitar players dream of. Offstage he was a proud father, an Ancient Aliens expert, and an incredible human who had zero enemies! He would go out of his way to make sure you had a good time. I'm grateful that I got to share almost 12 years of my life with Wayne on the stage and most importantly off the stage. He was the older brother I never had. I learned so much from him and we had a f***ing blast together! I will cherish it all for the rest of my life! God Bless you Wayne. I know we'll meet again!!" - Bobby Amaru (continue)
(hennemusic) KISS Biopic Shout It Out Loud In The Works was a top 23 story of March 2023: KISS manager Doc McGhee has confirmed the band will be featured in a new biopic tentatively entitled "Shout It Out Loud."
"It's a biopic about the first four years of KISS," McGhee tells The Rock Experience With Mike Brunn. "We're just starting it now. We've already sold it, it's already done, we have a director, McGhee [Entertainment]. That's moving along and that'll come in '24." (continue)
Night Ranger's Jack Blades Hospitalized was a top 23 story of March 2023: Night Ranger's Jack Blades was hospitalized for an undisclosed reason this past Thursday (March 23rd), forcing the band to postpone several shows in the western United States.
The band shared this update via social media on Thursday, "First and foremost, we want to apologize to the fans. You guys know better than anyone we don't take this lightly, earlier this afternoon Jack was admitted to the hospital. He is in good hands, but on the advice of medical staff we will not be able to perform any of our next 3 shows which are tonight in Anaheim, CA, tomorrow night (3/24) in Ivins, UT, and Saturday night (3/25) in Stateline, NV. (continue)
Metallica's James Hetfield Felt 'So Inadequate' At Rock Hall Induction Jam was a top 23 story of March 2023: Metallica frontman James Hetfield takes the cover of Cigar Aficionado's April issue - which hits newsstands today. He discusses his new cigar line, shyness, self-criticism and more ahead of Metallica's newest album launch, 72 Seasons. We were sent some quotes from the feature:
On self-criticism, and performing with his bandmates: "I know individually we're all really average players, but when you put us together something happens. Something really happens....Getting up and jamming with people is like a nightmare for me." (continue)
David Lee Roth Has Friends In Low Places was a top 23 story of March 2023: Van Halen frontman David Lee Roth continues to have fan. The flamboyant rocker shared a new video featuring the Garth Brooks classic "Friends In Low Places" as the background music.
The humorous 46 second clip shows Roth in a camouflage outfit opening what appears to be a delivery bag from Burger King and pulling a burger out of the bag with a big smile on his face. (continue)
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