
Van Halen Kick Off Tour
Van Halen launched their 2012 tour Saturday in
The 24-song set featured four tracks from the band's new album, "A Different Kind Of Truth," as well as a couple of songs they haven't played live since the early 80s.
Out in support of the band's new album Van Halen put in a "vintage performance," according to Jeffrey Lee Puckett of the Louisville Courier-Journal.
Van Halen's opening night set list:
1. "You Really Got Me"
2. "Runnin' With the Devil"
3. "She's the Woman" (new)
4. "Romeo Delight"
5. "Tattoo" (new)
6. "Everybody Wants Some"
7. "Somebody Get Me a Doctor"
8. "
9. "
10. "Oh, Pretty Woman"
Drum solo
11. "Unchained"
12. "The Trouble with Never" (new)
13. "Dance the Night Away"
14. "I'll Wait"
15. "Hot For Teacher"
16. "Women in Love" (first time since 1980)
17. "Outta Love Again" (first time since 1979)
18. "Beautiful Girls"
19. "Ice Cream Man"
20. "
Guitar solo
21. "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love"
22. "Jump"
Starr Says Beatles Remasters Helped his Reputation as a Drummer
Beatles drummer Ringo Starr feels that it took the remastering of The Beatles’ catalog to present him in what he feels was a proper light.
“I love the remasters,” he told M – Music & Musicians, in a just-published interview. “And you know why? You can hear the drums! Suddenly people [were saying], ‘Oh, we better look again at his playing.’ Sometimes that’s been in doubt in a lot of people’s minds. Of course, with Lennon and McCartney in the group, what do you expect? The first clue was when we remixed Yellow Submarine. Paul and I went to
Starr’s new album, Ringo 2012, was released January 31. His 13th All Starr Band tour will launch June 14 at Fallsview Casino in
Aerosmith Guitarist On New Bonamassa LP
Aerosmith guitarist Brad Whitford just recently revealed in a video blog that he's working on Joe Bonamassa’s new record in
Joe's new album is expected in May while Aerosmith's record is looking likely to be released towards the autumn.
Petty, Fleetwood Mac, Cheap Trick, REO Speedwagon Members Featured in Grohl's Documentary
Members of Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Cheap Trick and REO Speedwagon are among the many famous musicians featured in
Speaking recently to MTV.com about the project, Grohl said, "There may be an album that accompanies [it.] I recorded a lot of songs with a lot of people in the past couple months."
He added that the film will feature him interviewing artists who have recorded at
"I don’t really think the world is going to end this year,” Scholz continued, "but on the off chance the Mayans were on to something, let me take a moment to thank all of you for helping make the Boston experience an awesome ride. One of the best things about
"I regret that we can't play as many shows as we would like, but we will do as much as we can in
It's widely expected that the band will release a new studio album at some point in the not too distant future. Last summer they were said to be 85% finished on the follow-up to 2002's Corporate America.
Here's the band's summer schedule:
Jun 28 —
Jun 29 —
Jun 30 —
Jul 01 —
Jul 03 —
Jul 26 — Rama, ON – Casino Rama
Jul 27 —
Jul 28 —
Aug 01 —
Sabbath Cancel All Dates Except Download
The members of Black Sabbath have revealed on their official website that they have postponed all of their forthcoming tour dates due to Tony Iommi's ongoing battle with lymphoma.
"At this time, BLACK SABBATH will perform only one show of this summer´s previously scheduled European tour. It will take place Sunday, June 10 at the ,
"So as not to let the promoters and fans down, OZZY OSBOURNE will now perform the majority of the previously scheduled BLACK SABBATH dates (both festival performances and the headlining shows) billed as OZZY & FRIENDS. These "first ever" OZZY & FRIENDS shows will feature appearances by "special guest" musicians including GEEZER BUTLER (who will join Ozzy for a special BLACK SABBATH set as a show of respect and support to their friend, Tony Iommi) and longtime former OZZY band member Zakk Wylde. In addition, OZZY will be accompanied by longtime collaborator and friend Slash at select shows, with other "special guests" set to join the tour at various stops along the way.
"Tony Iommi continues to make excellent progress and is looking forward to getting back out on the road. Meanwhile, BLACK SABBATH continue to write and record music in the
Guns N’ Roses to Stream Sunday Night Concert
A live Guns N’ Roses show will be streaming from their concert at
The $5 fee will provide access to the stream from the band’s website, and a portion of the money will go to support the hunger relief organization Feeding
Journey's Schon Makes New Solo Single Available for Free Download
Journey guitarist Neal Schon has teamed up with his band's original drummer, Steve Smith, to record a new solo album. The first single from the as-yet-untitled effort, "The Calling," is now available as a free download at the veteran rocker's official website, SchonMusic.com.
No release date has been announced for the project, which also will feature a guest appearance by keyboardist Jan Hammer who has recorded several collaborative albums with Schon over the years.
Gene Simmons to Receive Golden God Award
Nominees for the fourth annual Revolver Golden God awards were announced on Wednesday, with Kiss‘s Gene Simmons named this year’s Golden God for embodying the “spirit of hard rock and metal.” Alice Cooper, Zakk Wylde and Wendy Dio (wife of the late Ronnie James Dio) were all part of the
The Apr. 11 award show will be available on Xbox Live, as well as the Revolver and Xbox Facebook pages. Slash, Sixx: A.M. and Marilyn Manson are amongst the scheduled performers. The show will once again be hosted by
Fans can vote on categories like Best Guitarist, Album of the Year, and Comeback of the Year at GoldenGodsAwards.com until Apr. 1. Amongst the classic rock nominees are Guns N’ Roses and Judas Priest for Best Live Band, Slash and Eddie Van Halen for Riff Lord, and Van Halen for Comeback of the Year.
Simmons will join previous Golden God Award recipients like Cooper, Rob Halford of Judas Priest and Dave Mustaine of Megadeth. “It’s an honor and privilege to accept the Golden God Award,” he said in a press release. “A God is only as powerful as the faithful who worship him. Signed GOD OF THUNDER.”
KISS: How They Were Made
KISS has set August 14th as the publication date for Nothin' to Lose: the Making of KISS (1972-1975). Written by Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, along with author Ken Sharp, the 448-page book features more than 200 interviews, including some with the other two founding members, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss.
Also sitting down for interviews were producers, engineers, management, record company personnel, roadies, costume and stage designers, photographers, promoters and such artists as Bob Seger, Ted Nugent, Alice Cooper, members of Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, Rush, Styx, Blue Oyster Cult, Journey, REO Speedwagon, Mott the Hoople and many others
Benoit David Addresses Departure From Yes
Benoit David has reportedly issued a statement explaining his departure from Yes and that he learned he was out of the group indirectly. Richard Lanthier posted the "official press release from Benoit David" on the Closer To The Edge Facebook page. That was the band whom Yes recruited David from in 2008. Here is the statement:
As you all know, the final three shows of last year's European tour were cancelled due to my ill health. On my return to
Although there was no alternative, I did so with a heavy heart as I felt that I was letting everyone down especially those who have supported me since I had the privilege of becoming the band's vocalist in 2008. The band members were all very understanding and asked if I would mind being replaced for the April shows – I immediately agreed that this would be the best way forward and gave them my blessing. I was then pleased to learn that Jon Davison would be my replacement as he is an accomplished musician with a fine voice.
I subsequently learnt, from a band member's interview, that I had officially left Yes and that my departure was permanent. As this is the situation, everyone should know that I will be eternally grateful for the opportunity I was given and very proud to have contributed to more than 200 concerts and to the 'Fly From Here' and 'In The Present Live From Lyon' albums. I would also like to express my appreciation for the support I was given by each member of the band, the fantastic crew, the management and everyone else involved during my time as vocalist in the band. Finally, to the fans who have applauded my efforts and to those I have had the pleasure of meeting – many thanks, my best wishes and please continue with your support of one of the world's greatest bands – YES.
Bret Michaels Pays For Diabetic Fan To Attend Summer Camp
Poison frontman Bret Michaels has shown off his softer side by sending one young girl to summer camp.
Kennah Hebert, 11, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes three years ago and earlier this month she wrote a letter to Michaels asking if he would attend a charity walk in her native
Fellow diabetic Michaels was quick to respond, letting Hebert know he would try to clear his schedule for the event and offered to pay for the young girl to attend Carilion's Camp Too Sweet, a summer program for children suffering with diabetes.
A representative for the rocker tells local news station 10 On Your Side, "Bret wants children to know that they are not alone. He wants kids to create friendships with other children living with diabetes.
"Bret remembers his parents sacrificing to give him opportunities, and staying true to his roots, he wants to help other hard working parents give their children living with diabetes the same opportunities he had. Knowing the seriousness of diabetes, added that it is hard enough being a kid these days, Bret wants to afford kids the opportunity to just be kids."
And Hebert was shocked by the star's kindness, adding, "I would have to say thank you so much for making it happen."









