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October 2008 Archives

Harvey Goldsmith doesn't see the point of Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and Jason Bonham going on tour without Robert Plant. Do you agree? Or would you want to see it?

... continue reading Longtime Led Zeppelin Promotor: Plant-less Zep Tour Pointless.

It seemed to be a VERY unlikely rumor but it was true. Aersosmith frontman Steven Tyler WAS in London and DID rehearse with Page, Jones and Bonham. AeroGuitarist Brad Whitford explains...

... continue reading Aerosmith Guitarist Confirms Tyler did Rehearse with Zep Guys.

It's on!

... continue reading ACDC Tour Begins...Footage, Review, Setlist.

Guitar Hero World Tour hit stores this week. See the funny ad with 4 sports icons re-creating the Risky Business/underwear tune. Funny.

... continue reading Hilarious Guitar Hero World Tour Ad with Kobe, Phelps & A-Rod.

AC/DC "Black Ice" #1 Worldwide

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Hildi
@ October 28, 2008 12:28 PM
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The Australian band's first album came out 33 years ago but for the first time, one of their albums has debuted at #1. Great news for the band just as they launch their tour.

... continue reading AC/DC "Black Ice" #1 Worldwide.

Led Zeppelin bassist John Paul Jones was interviewed at a convention about what he, Jimmy Page, Jason Bonham and Robert Plant want to do in the very near future. See and hear it...

... continue reading John Paul Jones Video on New Singer, Plans for Band, Plant.

Everyone's favorite humanitarian is about to become a columnist for the "Old Grey Lady." The world's most prestigious newspaper has invited the U2 frontman to share his opinions with the world next year - in writing.

... continue reading Bono To Become New York Times Columnist.

Dr. Pepper is living up to their promise - a free soda for every American who logs on and prints out a coupon after the release of GnR's Chinese Democracy November 23.

... continue reading Get Free Dr. Pepper When (If) New GnR Album Comes Out.

Aerosmith guitarist Brad Whitford says the guts of the next album is done but it probably won't be released before the tour starts in March.

... continue reading Aerosmith Tour Probably for March; New Album Later.

This just might be the best story you read all month.

... continue reading Soldiers Use AC/DC's Hells Bells to Save POW.

How big a deal is the release of AC/DC's new album? Maybe historic. Check out this amazing picture of the very recognizable AC/DC logo projected onto one of the world's most recognizable, and historic, buildings.

... continue reading Cool Pic! AC/DC Logo on Roman Coliseum.

As Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones waited for a decision from Robert Plant on a future Led Zeppelin tour, the pair guested at a Foo Fighters show. The footage is included on a new DVD...

... continue reading Half of Zep Featured on New Foo DVD.

Ted Nugent says he knows how to fix America. Apparently, people are believing him. "Ted, White & Blue" is #8 on the New York Times bestseller list.

... continue reading Ted Nugent's New Book on New York Times Bestseller List.

We'll be voting for much more than President on November 4. Here are details and links to help you learn about the candidates for Senate, the House and other local offices and also about the constitutional amendments that will be on the ballot this time...

... continue reading Get Ready to Vote - Info on Amendments, Candidates.

This could be the project that ruins Paul McCartney's career. That was his fear, anyway. It's "ambient electronica" and has Paul edgier than he's been in years. Hear it and tell us what you think.

... continue reading Hear New McCartney. Most Embarrassing Moment of His Career?.

Our favorite Aussies are working it...doing interviews everywhere as they gear up for the tour which hits Tampa just before Christmas. I know there's a lot out there but this article's great.

... continue reading Great New York Times Interview/Story on AC/DC.

Brian Johnson, why you harshin' my mellow, dude? I wanna download ya! Because AC/DC, along with most artists, wants you to hear the WHOLE album, not just a track or two. That's why.

... continue reading AC/DC: iTunes is Gonna Kill Music.

I'm almost scared to type this out and post it after the endless promises that were never kept regarding this album...but one track is already out there and the album deal's been worked out with Best Buy so it's lookin good, probably.

... continue reading After 13 Years, GnR's Chinese Democracy Due Nov 23.

Hear AC/DC's Black Ice, Free,

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Hildi
@ October 10, 2008 6:16 PM
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AC/DC's "Black Ice" album goes on sale Monday, October 20 at Walmart and Sam's but you can hear it all week for free.

... continue reading Hear AC/DC's Black Ice, Free,.

Things could be heating up for a Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, Jason Bonham tour WITH another singer. But who???
... continue reading Zep Members Touring with ORLANDO Singer?.

The Eagles Coming to Otown!

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Hildi
@ October 8, 2008 8:56 AM
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October 20th is already a great day (new AC/DC album comes out) and now it just got better. Tickets to see the Eagles in Orlando go on sale that day.

... continue reading The Eagles Coming to Otown!.

Pink Floyd's David Gilmour says it saddens him that keyboardist Rick Wright died without getting to do one of things he really wished he could this year.

... continue reading Gilmour: Rick Wright Denied Dying Wish.

So now you have money...and no manners. Sing it, Paul!

... continue reading New McCartney Album Slams Mills - in November.

As a fellow animal lover...no. Not even then. At this point, I think this woman is just trying to find more ways to look crazy.

... continue reading Breast Milk Ice Cream? Thanks, Heather Mills.

Eddie Van Halen Engaged!

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Hildi
@ October 6, 2008 10:51 AM
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Eddie Van Halen proposed to his longtime girlfriend/manager and plans a June wedding. How did he do it? Let's just say women who read about it will start to drool...

... continue reading Eddie Van Halen Engaged!.

After Robert Plant definitively stated that he will not participate in a full-on Led Zeppelin reunion tour, signs that the others will NOT go on to do their own thing...

... continue reading Remaining Zep Members Pack Up and Go Home?.

This year Yes is doing a 40th anniversary tour - without singer Jon Anderson - and he's very upset about it.

... continue reading Jon Anderson Feels Betrayed by Yes.

Bruce Springsteen will team up with Billy Joel for a New York City concert to raise money for Barack Obama's Presidential campaign.

... continue reading Bruce, Billy Team Up For Barack.

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