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MOTÖRHEAD: Video Footage Of SWEDEN ROCK Press Conference Available
MOTÖRHEAD took part in a press conference yesterday (Friday, June 5) at the Sweden Rock festival in Sölvesborg, Sweden. Watch the question-and-answer session in two parts below. "Motörizer", the new album from MOTÖRHEAD, sold a little more than 6,400 copies in the United States in its first week of...June 6, 2009
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Will KISS' Next Album Be A WAL-MART Exclusive?
According to NWAnews.com, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, co-founders of the rock band KISS, made a surprise stop at the at the 39th annual Wal-Mart shareholders meeting Friday (June 5) in Fayetteville, Arkansas, fueling speculation that the next KISS album will be a Wal-Mart exclusive. Though they d...June 6, 2009
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Economically Besieged Oshawa Re-Pins Its Dreams On KISS
Macleans.ca reports: As the auto industry continues its painful collapse, Oshawa, Ont., has become pretty desperate these days for a little good news. So in April, urged on by councillor Robert Lutczyk, the city endorsed a plan — peculiar even by municipal government standards—aimed at winning a con...June 5, 2009
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THE 69 EYES To Make An Appearance In New York City Next Week
Finnish goth metallers THE 69 EYES will make an appearance in New York City next Friday, June 12 at The Arrow in the East Village. The band's new album, "Back In Blood", will be spun in full, and the group will be mingling with fans, signing autographs, and taking photos. Every Friday, east village...June 5, 2009
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DEF LEPPARD Singer: 'We Can Do 40 Dates For Breakfast'
InTheNews.co.uk recently conducted an interview with DEF LEPPARD frontman Joe Elliott . A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. InTheNews.co.uk: Are there benefits to having a one-armed drummer? Elliott: He's actually a better drummer now! He plays more to the song than the ego. If a drumme...June 5, 2009
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JORN LANDE Covers TARJA TURUNEN's 'I Walk Alone'; Audio Available
An audio sample of JORN's cover version of TARJA TURUNEN's "I Walk Alone" is available for download at this location (courtesy of MelodicRock.com). The track comes off JORN's brand new studio album, entitled "Spirit Black", which is being released today (June 5) in Europe and July 14 in the USA via...June 5, 2009
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GENE SIMMONS On 'Today Show'; Video Available
KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons made a guest appearance on yesterday's (Thursday, June 4) edition of the "Today Show" on NBC with hosts Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford. He was there to promote the new season of "Gene Simmons Family Jewels" that premieres this Sunday, June 7 on A&E. Watch vid...June 5, 2009
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SONATA ARCTICA Guitarist's 'Fire-Hearted': Two Songs Available For Streaming
Two songs from the forthcoming third solo album from SONATA ARCTICA guitarist Elias Viljanen, entitled "Fire-Hearted", are available for streaming on the Spinefarm Records MySpace page. Check out the tracks "Fire-Hearted" and "Last Breath of Love" (featuring NIGHTWISH bassist/vocalist Marco Hietala)...June 5, 2009
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SOILWORK Frontman Launches New Solo Project
Vocalist Björn "Speed" Strid of Sweden-based metallers SOILWORK has issued the following update: "Songwriting mania has just begun for both SOILWORK and another act I would like to introduce you to. I have just launched my solo project that so far remains nameless. I have somewhat of a clear picture...June 4, 2009
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GENE SIMMONS Sells Kidney Stone For Charity
World Entertainment News Network reports that KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has raised $15,000 for a good cause — by selling his kidney stone in a bizarre online auction. Simmons reveals he recently suffered the ailment, but came up with a unique use for the solid formations of urinary minerals...June 4, 2009
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GENE SIMMONS Talks New KISS Album; Audio Available
Wags & Elliott of the Columbus, Ohio radio station QFM96 recently conducted an interview with KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons. The eight-minute chat is now available for download as an MP3 audio file at this location. On the topic of KISS' much-anticipated new CD, Gene said, "[It's the] first...June 3, 2009
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THE 69 EYES: 'Back In Blood' Artwork, Track Listing Revealed
Finnish goth metallers THE 69 EYES will release their new album, "Back In Blood", in Europe (excluding Finland) on August 28 via Nuclear Blast Records. The CD, which was tracked with the Grammy-winning producer Matt Hyde (SLAYER, MONSTER MAGNET, FU MANCHU),features a guest appearance by MONSTER MAG...June 2, 2009
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'American Idol''s ADAM LAMBERT Brushes Off QUEEN Rumors
According to ContactMusic.com, "American Idol" loser Adam Lambert has dismissed rumors he will front rock legends QUEEN. The group's guitarist Brian May gave 2009 runner-up Lambert a boost by praising his abilities after performing with the singer on the finale of the U.S. TV talent show last month....June 1, 2009
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PAUL STANLEY Schedules Atlanta Art Exhibitions
Wentworth Gallery will present two art exhibitions by artist, rock icon and legendary KISS frontman Paul Stanley. Paul will make two special appearances at Wentworth Gallery in July and August: Friday, July 31, 2009 from 6 to 9 p.m. Wentworth Gallery - Phipps Plaza 3500 Peachtree Road NE Atlanta, Ge...June 1, 2009
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KISS And SPARK OF BLUE Bring Virtual Concert Lighters To iPhone
KISS, the juggernaut of licensing and merchandising, has teamed up with Spark of Blue, a new company specializing in bite-size entertainment for smartphones and other Internet-connected devices to bring Virtual Concert Lighters to the iPhone and iPod touch. The KISS Virtual Concert Lighter is now av...June 1, 2009
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