KISS Is Getting For Their European Takeover In Celebration Of Their 40th Anniversary!

                      Photo by Paul Bassett for KISSONLINE

This year, KISS is celebrating 40 years of a very accomplished career in the music industry. If you are wondering if they are throwing the towel anytime soon? Hell no! The band is about to kick off their European tour (see the agenda below), here is a word from the band to the KISS Army:

"Yesterday was the first day of rehearsals for KISS' upcoming European MONSTER Tour. The band will continue to rehearse through mid-next week before heading to Stockholm, Sweden for the Tour opener on June 1st."

EUROPEAN TOUR DATES:

- June 1 in Stockholm, Sweden
- June 3 in Helsinki, Finland
- June 6 in Solvesborg, Sweden
- June 8 in Stavanger, Norway
- June 11 in Copenhagen, Denmark
- June 12 in Berlin, Germany
- June 14 in Prague, Czech Republic
- June 15 in Vienna, Austria
- June 17 in Udine, Italy
- June 18 in Milan, Italy
- June 20 in Zurich, Switzerland
- June 22 in Clisson, France

Visit http://www.kissonline.com/tour for venue information with links to tickets and Meet & Greet packages.




Related links:
KISS Online

Members of KISS to open NEW restaurant tomorrow!

This is very cool! Kiss co-founders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley will be opening a third location of their restaurant called "Rock & Brews" tomorrow, Wednesday, May 8, on PCH in Torrance.

"Often this idea of themed restaurants means that it's an excuse for crap food," self-described "foodie" Stanley tells us on-site, as power tools fizz and pound around him in the airy building jutting into a busy intersection. "The idea here is not crap food. It's craft beer; it's artisan pizzas; it's food, arguably, that you couldn't serve at home, but wish you could."

In partnership with concert industry veterans Dave and Dell Furano, and restaurateur Michael Zislis, Stanley and Simmons opened their first Rock & Brews restaurant in El Segundo in April 2012, and another in Los Cabos, Mexico, in March. Rock & Brews LAX is set to open in that airport's Delta Airlines Terminal this summer, followed by an Agoura location in the fall. Locations in Maui, Hawaii and Kansas City, Missouri are also scheduled.

In its unfinished state, the 5,400-square-foot Rock & Brews PCH recalls a Hard Rock Café or similar rock 'n' roll-themed eatery. Bold prints of music icons (including Tom Petty, AC/DC, Bob Marley and, yes, Kiss) enliven dining room and patio walls, while a trio of guitar necks, presumably intended for display, lay stacked on a table.

"It's like being backstage at a rock concert and it's also like being in your living room," says Stanley, who is 61. "Never kid yourself -- everybody wants to be a rock star!"

Read more here: http://blogs.laweekly.com/westcoastsound/2013/05/kiss_restaurant_torrance_rock_brews.php

Related links:

Rock And Brews' official site

Legendary Music Producer/Engineer Andy Johns Passes Away At The Age Of 61 - Tribute Available!

We have some very sad news to report. It has been confirmed by Billboard.com, that legendary producer/engineer Andy Johns passed away earlier yesterday (April 7). 

Although no cause of death has yet been reported, the news of his death was confirmed by guitarist Stacy Blades (L.A. Guns), who’d been working with him when Johns was hospitalized last week. According to Blades, Johns had fallen ill for a number of reasons, including liver trouble. Our condolences go out to Mr. Johns' family, friends, and all the artists who worked with him.

Who was Andy Johns? Johns was one of Rock’s most iconic engineers and producers. The 61-year-old English music legend had his hand and expertise on some of Rock’s seminal albums including six Led Zeppelin and several Rolling Stones records. Artist’s like Eric Clapton, Blind Faith, and Free, along with 80s Hard Rock staples like L.A. Guns, Van Halen and Cinderella were all recipients of his massive talents. Johns was fortunate enough to learn from the best including Eddie Kramer (Jimmy Hendrix, Kiss, Pink Floyd, Alice Cooper).

With Kramer he was able to work as second engineer on recordings by Jimi Hendrix and many others at famous sound studios like Record Plant and Electric Lady in New York City, New York.

Johns began his career as a tape operator for Olympic Studios in London where he worked with Rod Stewart, Jethro Tull and Humble Pie. He worked with the Rolling Stones from 1968-1973 helping to capture the sounds for “Exile On Main Street” from Keith Richards’ mansion in the South of France.

Here is what the Heavy Music community is saying about the passing of Mr. Johns:

“Just heard about the passing of my friend and producer, Andy Johns. Words cannot express my sadness upon hearing this. Those of us who had the pleasure of knowing and working with Andy, you know what I’m saying. I loved you brother. Annette, you are in my thoughts and prayers.” - Michael Anthony (Van Halen, Chickenfoot)

“Ouch. So sad to hear of the passing of Andy Johns … great record producer. Lovely guy – patient, skilled, funny, encouraging, sharp … all the qualities you want in someone who is getting your music on to tape.
I remember him as one of the Olympic Studios team in Barnes … playing around with varying tape speeds and early phasing … with George Chiantz …

"He went on to become one of the very top rock producers in the world.

"Condolences to all the family. Andy was such a great guy. RIP. — Bri” - Brian May (Queens)

“Rest in peace Andy Johns. You were a TRUE legend!” - Sterling Winfield (Pantera, Damageplan)

“My friend, my mentor and inspiration Andy Johns passed away today. A true legend in the record biz. I’ll miss you old friend.” - Stacy Blades (L.A. Guns)

Andy Johns was an astonishing talent who leaves behind an astounding legacy. His recent works included records by Godsmack, Chickenfoot and Steve Miller. Rock in peace Mr. Johns, you will be missed!

THE MELVINS Cover QUEEN's "You're My Best Friend"

THE MELVINS are streaming “You’re My Best Friend,” the band’s rendition of Queen’s classic song. The song features Caleb Benjamin of Tweak Bird on vocals with the full Melvins line-up of Dale Crover, Buzz Osborne, Coady Willis and Jarred Warren. The song is part of the bands upcoming album entitled 'Everybody Loves Sausages' (set to be released on April 30 via Ipecac Record).

You can access it HERE

 

'Everybody Loves Sausages' is set for an April 30 release via Ipecac and can be pre-ordered via Amazon and iTunes. The 13-track album features guests Mark Arm, Jello Biafra, JG Thirlwell and Scott Kelly on a wide variety of songs including Venom’s “Warhead,” Roxy Music’s “In Every Dream Home A Heartache” and The Scientists’ “Set It On Fire.”

 

The complete track listing with original artist and guest player notation:

1. Warhead (Venom; Guest: Scott Kelly of Neurosis)
2. You're My Best Friend (Queen; Guest: Caleb Benjamin of Tweak Bird)
3. Black Betty (Original artist unknown)
4.  Set It On Fire (The Scientists; Guest: Mark Arm)
5.  Station To Station (David Bowie; Guest: JG Thirlwell)
6.  Attitude (The Kinks: Guest: Clem Burke of Blondie)
7.  Female Trouble (Divine, written by John Waters)
8.  Carpe Diem (The Fugs)
9.  Timothy Leary Lives (Pop-O-Pies)
10.  In Every Dream Home A Heartache (Roxy Music; Guests: Jello Biafra and Kevin Rutmanis)
11. Romance (Tales of Terror)
12.  Art School (The Jam; Guest: Tom Hazelmeyer)
13.  Heathen Earth (Throbbing Gristle)

 

The Melvins have also confirmed a June 1 performance on Scion Rock Fest in Memphis as well as a handful of U.S. dates in late May. The band will travel to Europe in April for a number of Melvins and Melvins Lite performances.

 

Melvins Lite:

- Apr. 23:  Tourcoing, France at Le Grand Mix

- Apr. 24:  Brussels, Belgium at VK* Concerts

- Apr. 25:  Haarlem, Netherlands at Patronaat

- Apr. 26:  Cologne, Germany at Burgerhaus Stollwerck

- Apr. 27:  Luxembourg at Kulturfabrik

- Apr. 28:  Schorndorf, Germany at Club Manufaktur

- Apr. 29:  Geneva, Switzerland at L'Usine

- Apr. 30:  Livorno, Italy at The Cage

- May 1: Milan, Italy at Bloom

- May 2:  Munich, Germany at Hansa 39

- May 3:  Prague, Czech Republic at Matrix

- May 4:  Wroclaw, Poland at Asymmetry Festival

- May 5:  Leipzig, Germany at UT Connewitz

 

Melvins:

 

- May 7 & 8:  Berlin, Germany at Festsaal Kreuzberg

- May 10 & 11:  Paris, France at Trabendo

- May 13 & 14:  Vienna, Austria at Arena Wien

- May 16 & 17:  Zurich, Switzerland at Rote Fabrik

- May 19 & 20:  London, UK at Electric Brixton

- May 25:  Baltimore, MD at Maryland Deathfest

- May 27:  Millvale, PA at Mr. Small's Theatre

- May 28:  Columbus, OH at A&R Music Bar

- May 29:  Cincinnati OH at The Ballroom at the Taft Theatre

- June 1:  Memphis, TN at Scion Rock Fest
Related links:
Official Site of The Melvins
The Melvins on Facebook
IPECAC

SLASH Unleashes Music Video For "Anastasia", Watch It Now!

Legendary guitar icon Slash (Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver) has premiered a NEW music video for "Anastasia". The song is part of SLASH's second solo album 'Apocalyptic Love' and it was released last May and was certified gold in Australia by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) for sales in excess of 35,000 copies. Here is the video for "Anastasia":



SLASH recently revealed that he and singer Myles Kennedy have already begun working on music for the guitarist's next album, to be recorded sometime next year.

"We are working on material, gathering ideas for another [record] at this point," Slash told Rapid City Journal. "We are sort of like in those early stages where I'm just recording different guitar ideas and I turn Myles on to it. He's thinking about his stuff and what he's going to do with it and so on."

Related links:
Slash's Official Site
SLASH on Facebook
SLASH on Twitter

Throwback Thursday: KISS's First National TV Appearance (Presented By: Dick Clark)

It is time for another "Throwback Thursday" video! This one is pretty damn legendary. Why? Well, it features the very first television appearance from KISS, whom are celebrating 40 years of Rock N' Roll domination. More info HERE!

This performance took place on February 19, 1974, and it was part of "Dick Clark's In Concert" series, which was hosted by the late great Dick Clark on ABC television.

The band performed: 

- "Nothin' to Lose"
- "Firehouse"
- "Black Diamond"



 Personnel:

- Paul Di'anno: Vocals
- Steve Harris: Bass
- Dave Murray: Guitar
- Adrian Smith: Guitar
- Clive Burr: Drums

Related links:
KISS Online

KISS: Band Members Reflect On 40 Years Of Rocking All Night Long & Partying Every Day!

Today, in January 1973 Rock N' Roll legends KISS performed their very first show at a club in Queens, NY called Popcorn. The band has reflected on four decades of decibels:

"My dream from the start was five years of glory with KISS. Along with Peter and Ace, we kicked doors open that stood in our way, and every band member who has stood with me at some point during these decades has played an essential part in turning that five year dream into a phenomenal 40 year reality. I thank each of you for your contribution to this milestone.

"Our journey and victories are a joy I also share with you, our fans who have always given us the freedom to stand and fall on our own terms, and we have done both with a grateful smile. For the past ten years, Tommy and Eric’s pride and dedication have enabled Gene and I to reclaim and celebrate all that we have been, while continuing to move forward in a way that would have been impossible without them. I love playing with the band as it is today, and many of my proudest moments are tied to moments of magic we have created together in the studio and on the stage. I know we’re ready to do it again.

"Humble thanks."
 
- Paul Stanley


"To the Kiss Army - who made it all possible for us.

"To Paul, without whom I would never have been able to achieve my dreams.

"And to the band - past and present, for continuing to treat the stage as holy ground and the fans as our bosses.

"Here's to another 40 years!"

- Gene Simmons


"A special thanx to ALL of the Fans who have been with the band on this roller coaster ride called KISS for 40 years! I am honored to be a part of this machine and pay special respect to all members past & present. I especially want to thank Paul, Gene, Tommy & Doc McGhee for giving me a place to call home. And most importantly the Fans. YOU Fuel this engine!"

- Eric Singer


"At 40 years strong, I'm proud to be in one of the greatest bands in rock history. KISS is a band that is as full of life and vitality today as it was 10, 20, 30 and 40 years ago. All eras of the band should be celebrated today. Long live KISS."

- Tommy Thayer


KISS band members, past and present:- Current members

• Paul Stanley – rhythm guitar, vocals (1973–present)
• Gene Simmons – bass guitar, vocals (1973–present)
• Eric Singer – drums, percussion, backing vocals (1991–1996, 2001–2002, 2004–present)
• Tommy Thayer – lead guitar, backing vocals (2002–present)

- Former members

• Ace Frehley – lead guitar, vocals (1973–1982, 1996–2002)
• Peter Criss – drums, percussion, vocals (1973–1980, 1996–2001, 2002–2004)
• Eric Carr – drums, percussion, backing vocals (1980–1991; died 1991)
• Vinnie Vincent – lead guitar, backing vocals (1982–1984)
• Mark St. John – lead guitar (1984; died 2007)
• Bruce Kulick – lead guitar, backing vocals (1984–1996)

Related links:
KISS Online

"Harry Potter" Learning Heavy Metal Music For New Role!

According to Blabbermouth, Daniel Radcliffe from "Harry Potter" says that he had to listen to plenty of Heavy Metal music in order to prepare for his NEW role in the supernatural thriller "Horns".

In "Horns", Radcliffe plays Ignatius "Ig" Perrish, a 26-year-old guy who wakes up to find horns sprouting from his head. And to help him unleash the demon within, Radcliffe turned to Rock music.

"I'm listening to a lot of Metal and allowing that slightly demonic Rock N' Roll spirit out. There's nothing else like it," the 23-year-old actor told The Sun.

Radcliffe has described his NEW role as "deeply emotional and also incredibly outrageous in some ways."

He added: "To play somebody who, in the midst of a time in his life of great turmoil anyway, undergoes this horrific transformation into a devil character — it was very, very exciting."

Based on the novel by Joe Hill, "Horns" was directed by Alexandre Aja and written by Keith Bunin.

Related links:
"Horns" movie website 

LACUNA COIL Announce "The Dark Legacy" South American Tour - Initial Batch Of Tour Dates Available!

LACUNA COIL is proud to announce that they will be visiting South America this February and March! So far the band has confirmed live takeovers in Brazil, Argentina, Peru, Mexico and Uruguay! Here is the initial batch of tour dates for the "Dark Legacy Tour":

- 28/02/13: Montevideo at El Galpon (Uruguay)   
- 01/03/13: Rio de Janeiro at Circo Voador (Brazil)
- 02/03/13: Sao Paulo at Carioca Club (Brazil)
- 03/03/13: Porto Alegre at Opiniao (Brazil)
- 05/03/13: Buenos Aires at The Roxy Arcos (Argentina)
- 08/03/13: Lima at Senica (Peru)
- 09/03/13: Mexico City at Plaza Condesa (Mexico)

And don't forget that LACUNA COIL will be touring the US in early 2013 in their first tour of the New Year. The band will head out with SEVENDUST on a 17-date run throughout the month of February. The tour kicks off on February 2, 2013 in Winston-Salem, NC and tickets for the tour go on-sale Friday, November 30, 2012. Fans should check their local ticketing outlets for information on how to purchase tickets.

Tour Dates:

02/02/13 - Winston-Salem, NC @ Ziggy's
02/03/13 - Jacksonville, NC @ Hooligans
02/05/13 - Lancaster, PA @ Chameleon Club
02/06/13 - Clifton Park, NY @ Upstate Concert Hall
02/07/13 - Portland, ME @ The Asylum
02/08/13 - Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
02/09/13 - Lynchburg, VA @ Phase 2
02/10/13 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
02/12/13 - Fayetteville, AR @ George's Majestic Lounge
02/14/13 - Biloxi, MS @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
02/15/13 - Broussard, LA @ The Station
02/16/13 - Beaumont, TX @ Dixie Dance Hall
02/17/13 - Little Rock, AR @ Revolution! Music Room
02/19/13 - Springfield, IL @ Boondocks
02/21/13 - Bloomington, IL @ The Castle Theatre
02/22/13 - South Bend, IN @ Club Fever
02/23/13 - Cedar Falls, IA @ Pepsi Pavilion

Related links:
Lacuna Coil
Century Media Records

Cristina Scabbia Clears The Water Regarding Bands Lineup After NEW Video Awakens Rumors

Yesterday, Italy's LACUNA COIL unleashed a brand NEW music video for their song "End Of Time" (watch it HERE). The song is taken from the bands latest album 'Dark Adrenaline'. Following the release of the video started a rumor that the band is having internal problems. The rumor was awaken after the fans realized that "End Of Time" only features vocalists Cristina Scabbia and Andrea Ferro. Here is what Scabbia had to say about this rumor:

"It seems for some of you guys it's SO strange that we did one video with Andi and myself only...which I find it interesting, considering so many videos in the world where only the singers are involved (for time, space, storyboard, budget... millions of reasons you'll never know).

"Just want to reassure you everyone else in LC is still in the band and the 6 of us can be detached from each other sometimes :)))))"

LACUNA COIL is proud to announce that they will visit the US in early 2013 in their first tour of the New Year. The band will head out with SEVENDUST on a 17-date run throughout the month of February. The tour kicks off on February 2, 2013 in Winston-Salem, NC and tickets for the tour go on-sale Friday, November 30, 2012. Fans should check their local ticketing outlets for information on how to purchase tickets.

Tour Dates:

02/02/13 - Winston-Salem, NC @ Ziggy's
02/03/13 - Jacksonville, NC @ Hooligans
02/05/13 - Lancaster, PA @ Chameleon Club
02/06/13 - Clifton Park, NY @ Upstate Concert Hall
02/07/13 - Portland, ME @ The Asylum
02/08/13 - Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
02/09/13 - Lynchburg, VA @ Phase 2
02/10/13 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
02/12/13 - Fayetteville, AR @ George's Majestic Lounge
02/14/13 - Biloxi, MS @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
02/15/13 - Broussard, LA @ The Station
02/16/13 - Beaumont, TX @ Dixie Dance Hall
02/17/13 - Little Rock, AR @ Revolution! Music Room
02/19/13 - Springfield, IL @ Boondocks
02/21/13 - Bloomington, IL @ The Castle Theatre
02/22/13 - South Bend, IN @ Club Fever
02/23/13 - Cedar Falls, IA @ Pepsi Pavilion

Related links:
Lacuna Coil
Century Media Records

LACUNA COIL Premiere Music Video For "End Of Time"

Italy's finest musical export in recent history, LACUNA COIL, have just unleashed a brand NEW music video for their song "End Of Time". The song is taken from the bands latest album 'Dark Adrenaline'. Check the video out and spread it like a wildfire!


The band is proud to announce that they will visit the US in early 2013 in their first tour of the New Year. The band will head out with SEVENDUST on a 17-date run throughout the month of February. The tour kicks off on February 2, 2013 in Winston-Salem, NC and tickets for the tour go on-sale Friday, November 30, 2012. Fans should check their local ticketing outlets for information on how to purchase tickets.

LACUNA COIL has spent the past year touring the world in support of their NEW album, 'DARK ADRENALINE'. Released earlier this year via Century Media Records, the album debuted at #15 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart, selling nearly 20,000 units in its first week, and spawned the crushing first single "Trip The Darkness." The band has sold upwards of 800,000 units in the US alone and with six full-length albums, two EPs, various singles and a DVD under their belt; LACUNA COIL maintains their prominent role in the modern Rock and Metal scene.

Tour Dates:

02/02/13 - Winston-Salem, NC @ Ziggy's
02/03/13 - Jacksonville, NC @ Hooligans
02/05/13 - Lancaster, PA @ Chameleon Club
02/06/13 - Clifton Park, NY @ Upstate Concert Hall
02/07/13 - Portland, ME @ The Asylum
02/08/13 - Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
02/09/13 - Lynchburg, VA @ Phase 2
02/10/13 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
02/12/13 - Fayetteville, AR @ George's Majestic Lounge
02/14/13 - Biloxi, MS @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
02/15/13 - Broussard, LA @ The Station
02/16/13 - Beaumont, TX @ Dixie Dance Hall
02/17/13 - Little Rock, AR @ Revolution! Music Room
02/19/13 - Springfield, IL @ Boondocks
02/21/13 - Bloomington, IL @ The Castle Theatre
02/22/13 - South Bend, IN @ Club Fever
02/23/13 - Cedar Falls, IA @ Pepsi Pavilion

Related links:
Lacuna Coil
Century Media Records

LACUNA COIL Announce 2013 US Tour With SEVENDUST - Tour Dates Available!

Italy's LACUNA COIL is proud to announce that they will visit the US in early 2013 in their first tour of the New Year. The band will head out with SEVENDUST on a 17-date run throughout the month of February. The tour kicks off on February 2, 2013 in Winston-Salem, NC and tickets for the tour go on-sale Friday, November 30, 2012. Fans should check their local ticketing outlets for information on how to purchase tickets.

LACUNA COIL has spent the past year touring the world in support of their NEW album, 'DARK ADRENALINE'. Released earlier this year via Century Media Records, the album debuted at #15 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart, selling nearly 20,000 units in its first week, and spawned the crushing first single "Trip The Darkness." The band has sold upwards of 800,000 units in the US alone and with six full-length albums, two EPs, various singles and a DVD under their belt; LACUNA COIL maintains their prominent role in the modern Rock and Metal scene.

Tour Dates:

02/02/13 - Winston-Salem, NC @ Ziggy's
02/03/13 - Jacksonville, NC @ Hooligans
02/05/13 - Lancaster, PA @ Chameleon Club
02/06/13 - Clifton Park, NY @ Upstate Concert Hall
02/07/13 - Portland, ME @ The Asylum
02/08/13 - Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
02/09/13 - Lynchburg, VA @ Phase 2
02/10/13 - Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
02/12/13 - Fayetteville, AR @ George's Majestic Lounge
02/14/13 - Biloxi, MS @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
02/15/13 - Broussard, LA @ The Station
02/16/13 - Beaumont, TX @ Dixie Dance Hall
02/17/13 - Little Rock, AR @ Revolution! Music Room
02/19/13 - Springfield, IL @ Boondocks
02/21/13 - Bloomington, IL @ The Castle Theatre
02/22/13 - South Bend, IN @ Club Fever
02/23/13 - Cedar Falls, IA @ Pepsi Pavilion

Related links:
Lacuna Coil
Sevendust
Century Media Records

The Architect Of The Electric Guitar: Jimi Hendrix Would Have Celebrated His 70th Birthday Today!

Johnny Allen Hendrix, yes that is Jimi Hendrix' real name, was born on in Seattle, Washington on November 27, 1942. Hendrix is widely considered the greatest electric guitarist in the history of music, he single-handily revolutionized the art of amplified guitars and pushed the envelope of music to the threshold. He was musically influenced by American Rock N' Roll and Electric Blues There is no question that Hendrix is one of the most important musicians of the 20th century.

In mid-1959, his father bought him his first electric guitar: a white Supro Ozark. Legend says that there was no amplifiers available. Hendrix, who was left handed, was forced to turn the guitar upside down and restring the guitar so he could play it. Back then guitars were only made for right handed players.

According to Hendrix's Seattle band mates, he learned most of his acrobatic stage moves, including playing with his teeth and behind his back, as well as Chuck Berry's trademark "duck walk", from a fellow young musician, Raleigh "Butch" Snipes.

Law enforcement authorities twice caught Hendrix riding in stolen cars. Given a choice between spending two years in prison or joining the Army, Hendrix chose the latter and enlisted on May 31, 1961. After he had served only one year, Captain Gilbert Batchman granted Private Hendrix an honourable discharge on the basis of unsuitability on June 29, 1962

During his short career of seven years, he made the Jimi Hendrix Experience widely known in Europe. He also achieved fame in the United States after his 1967 performance at the Monterey Pop Festival. Later, he headlined the Woodstock Festival in 1969, and the Isle of Wight Festival in 1970.

Hendrix died from drug-related asphyxia at the age of 27 in London, England.

Today we salute Mr. Jimi Hendrix! And thank him for his contributions to Heavy Music! Check this awesome documentary out:



Related links:
Jimi Hendrix

THE DIRTY PEARLS: "Hurricane Benefit Video Shoot" At Grit N Glory (Teaser)!

Last Monday (November 19), New York City Rockers THE DIRTY PEARLS performed at Grit N Glory at a private concert in benefit of the victims of Hurricane Sandy. During the event our cameras were rolling and captured the essence of the current state of the New York City Rock N' Roll scene.

Today, we are releasing the teaser trailer of the video. The full version will premiere at the window of the store this Friday, November 30th. Grit N Glory is located at 186 Orchard Street in New York, New York.



Related links:
The Dirty Pearls
Grit N Glory

SLASH Performs On "Conan" With A Recovered Myles Kennedy - Video Available!

As previously reported, SLASH, which features MYLES KENNEDY AND THE CONSPIRATORS, was forced to postpone their performance that was scheduled for Wednesday, October 3, at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, California. The show has been rescheduled for Sunday, December 2 at the same venue. The show was postponed due to the fact that vocalist Myles Kennedy's was feeling ill.

Fortunately, Kennedy was able to perform along with legendary Rock N' Roll guitarist Slash the song "Standing In The Sun on TBS's the "Conan" (hosted by the awesome Conan O'Brien). Video footage of the performance can be seen below.

In case you are wondering how come he was able to perform last night, but not on Wednesday night, the band did not want to pass on the opportunity to present 'Apocalyptic Love' on national TV. Additionally, it is one thing to perform one song versus an entire set.

In case you missed this: SLASH's second solo album 'Apocalyptic Love' was released this passed May and was recently certified gold in Australia by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) for sales in excess of 35,000 copies.

SLASH recently revealed that he and singer Myles Kennedy have already begun working on music for the guitarist's next album, to be recorded sometime next year.

"We are working on material, gathering ideas for another [record] at this point," Slash told Rapid City Journal. "We are sort of like in those early stages where I'm just recording different guitar ideas and I turn Myles on to it. He's thinking about his stuff and what he's going to do with it and so on."



Related links:
Slash's Official Site
SLASH on Facebook
SLASH on Twitter

SLASH Forced To Postpone Los Angeles Show Due To Myles Kennedy's Health Mishap!

SLASH, which features MYLES KENNEDY AND THE CONSPIRATORS, have postponed their previously scheduled performance for tonight, Wednesday, October 3, at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, California. The show has been rescheduled for Sunday, December 2 at the same venue.

Tickets for the postponed show will be honored on the rescheduled night and refunds will be available at point of purchase for those ticket holders who cannot attend the rescheduled show.

Here is a statement from the band: "Vocalist Myles Kennedy is unfortunately ill and unable to perform at this time. Patrons should hold onto their tickets for all postponed shows. The band regrets this inconvenience to their fans and thanks them for their support."

Slash commented: "We want to be 100% for this gig and we're just not at this moment. We'll be back December 2nd in fighting form. See you then!"

Added Kennedy: "My apologies to everyone who was planning on coming out to the show tonight. I promise to make it up to you when we return in a few months."

SLASH is still expected to appear on the October 4 episode of Conan O'Brien's nighttime talk show on TBS, "Conan". Check your local listings for details.

Related links:
Slash's Official Site
SLASH on Facebook
SLASH on Twitter

VOTE Now For The Top 15 Songs Of VH1 Classic's "America's Hard 100 Countdown"!

Just under two weeks ago, VH1 Classic began releasing a series of viewer polls that would ultimately determine what songs would separate themselves from the pack in America’s Hard 100. Over one million (!!!) votes were cast by you, THE FANS, to determine which songs deserved to be at the top of our list of the best Hard Rock and Heavy Metal songs of all-time. Wait a minute! Just over one million votes?! Totally kidding!

Now they have sorted through all of the votes, analyzed the numbers, and now they need your help again in determining the FINAL RANKINGS of America’s Hard 100.

They have come up with a list of 15 songs, 10 of which won their respective polls — a healthy round of applause for:

- Dream Theater‘s “Pull Me Under”
- Type O Negative‘s “Black No. 1”
- Bon Jovi‘s “Living On A Prayer”
- Cinderella‘s “Gypsy Road”
- Dio‘s “Holy Diver”
- Rush‘s “Limelight”
- Poison‘s “Nothin’ But A Good Time”
- Guns N’ Roses‘ “November Rain”
- Ozzy Osbourne and Randy Rhoads’ “Crazy Train”
- Black Sabbath‘s “Paranoid”

Here are 5 songs which they are deeming wildcards. Each of these wildcard songs reaped more votes than all the other non-poll winning songs, and might have won their respective polls had they been placed among a different group of songs:

- AC/DC‘s “Back In Black”
- Accept‘s “Balls To The Wall”
- Guns N’ Roses’ “Paradise City”
- Megadeth‘s “Sweating Bullets”
- Poison’s “Talk Dirty To Me”

So, with that said, this are the final 15 songs. The same rules apply this time around; vote early and often for as many of these 15 as you think are deserving, and you can always click Return To Poll to vote again. The polls will close on Tuesday, October 2 at 4 PM ET, and you’ll be able to tune in to watch America’s Hard 100 on VH1 Classic in November to see the final results.

CLICK HERE to vote!

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SLASH To Appear On "Conan" This Week - Details Available!

"The Late Night TV Page" has reported that legendary guitarist SLASH will appear on the October 4 episode of Conan O'Brien's nighttime talk show on TBS, "Conan". Check your local listings for details.

In case you missed this: SLASH's second solo album "Apocalyptic Love" was released this passed May and was recently certified gold in Australia by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) for sales in excess of 35,000 copies.

SLASH recently revealed that he and singer Myles Kennedy have already begun working on music for the guitarist's next album, to be recorded sometime next year.

"We are working on material, gathering ideas for another [record] at this point," Slash told Rapid City Journal. "We are sort of like in those early stages where I'm just recording different guitar ideas and I turn Myles on to it. He's thinking about his stuff and what he's going to do with it and so on."

Earlier this year we chatted with SLASH about his NEW musical projects:



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VH1 Classic’s America’s Hard 100 Countdown Poll!

Headbangers! It's day 3 of VH1 Classic’s America’s Hard 100 Countdown Poll! Keep voting for the best Hard Rock and Metal songs of all-time HERE!

If you don’t see your favorite bands or songs on today’s list, don’t fret! Be sure and check back daily at noon, as we’re going to be adding new songs for you to vote on each day!

Here are few of our favorite songs:











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Tragedy Strikes The New York City Heavy Music Scene: Rock In Peace Harry Dullys!

      Photo by: Dee Fago

This past weekend, the New York City Heavy Music scene was struck by tragedy when news about the passing of Harry Dullys surfaced throughout the internet. Harry who was of Haitian descent, was a HUGE influence on all of the local music community as not only a devoted fan and supporter of all things related to the scene, but he truly represented the essence of this ever-growing scene through the music he wrote with his band FATE STRIKES TWICE!

Harry was also devoted to making people healthier as a fitness instructor (he worked at REEBOK Sports Club). He was also a joyful guy who was always encouraging others to better themselves. His words of wisdom were always accompanied by a radiant smile and an addictive laugh. We got the chance to see Harry dominate the stage various times, and there is no question that he is crushing it up in heaven! Our hearts go out to Harry's family, friends and all of the fans of FATE STRIKES TWICE.

So what happened to Harry? 

According to the ST. JOHN VALLEY Times: "The body of a missing man, believed to have drowned, has been recovered.

"At approximately 4:30 p.m. yesterday, the Maine Warden Service was called to search for a missing swimmer on East Grand Lake.

"Harry Dullys, 39, of New York, NY was staying with his wife at a camp on Moon Island in Danforth. This area of East Grand Lake is the southern portion of the lake known as “the arm.”

"Dullys was attempting to swim to Loon’s Nest Island, a distance of about 200 yards, according to a press release from the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.

"Dullys had been swimming with a labrador retriever. Dullys’ wife noticed the dog continuing to the island but Dullys could not be seen, the warden service reported. Numerous game wardens and a Warden Service aircraft responded to the scene and conducted a search for Dullys.

"Late in the evening, utilizing side-scan sonar technology, wardens identified what they believed to be Dullys’ body.

"At daybreak today, numerous members of the Maine Warden Service Dive Team conducted a dive operation and recovered Dullys’ body in 19 feet of water near Moon Island. The body was turned over to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

"The Maine Warden Service was assisted at the scene by Downeast EMS, Danforth Fire, and Maine Guide Mark Danforth."

Here is one of Harry's last performances with this band FATE STRIKES TWICE:



If there is one thing that everyone can learn from Harry, is that life is too short to waste it away! Follow your passion and don't let anyone slow you down. And if they do, just give them the middle finger!

Harry: we thank you for everything you did for the entire Heavy Music scene! Rock in PEACE, and rest assured that we will not let your flame be extinguished! \m/

Go to the comments section and let us know what Harry Dullys meant to you!

Join the revolution, contribute to our Indiegogo campaign! Click HERE: www.indiegogo.com/hornsup
 

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