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Steven Tyler Says ‘American Idol’ Has More Than Doubled Aerosmith’s Sales
Say what you want (some of us have) about Steven Tyler, but the mouth behind the lips claims that Aerosmith sales are up 260% due to his involvement with American Idol.
Elton John Wants Justin Timberlake to Play Him in a Movie
Justin Timberlake may be “burning out his fuse out there alone” if Elton John has anything to say about it. With plans for a biopic in the works, Sir Elton has declared the one time teen star Timberlake as his top choice to play him.
Bon Jovi Death Prankster Taking Full Advantage of Newfound Notoriety
As previously reported, Jeffrey Goho, the man who started the recent Bon Jovi Is Dead hoax, has been the object of hate mail and general disgust. Now, thanks to this world of instant fame and the art of cashing in, you can add recording offers to that list as well.
Metallica’s James Hetfield Reportedly Attacks Paparazzi With Rocks
Let he who is without rock cast the first stone! Metallica’s James Hetfield recently took aim, figuratively and literally, at a member of the paparazzi. While on a nice little relaxing vacation over Christmas with his family in Punta del Este, Uruguay, Hetfeild was followed by photographers, which did not sit well the the Metallica frontman.
Mick Jagger Sends Fans A Holiday Card – Pic of the Week
Mick Jagger is always on the move! This Rolling Stone really doesn’t gather any moss! With a hectic 2011 nearly behind him, he took a moment to thank his fans and wish well to one and all. You can read his message right here. (Wow, he even writes like a rich guy, huh?)
Michael Schenker Announces 2012 U.S. Tour
Guitar legend Michael Schenker will be hitting the road in 2012 for a fairly large U.S. tour in support of his recently released album ‘Temple Of Rock.’ The trek kicks off on Feb. 15 in San Francisco, then crisscrosses the country before winding up March 24 in San Juan Capistrano.
Beach Boys Confirm 50th Anniversary Reunion Tour And Album
It’s official! 50 years after the release of their debut LP ‘Surfin Safari.’ the Beach Boys are set to reunite for a huge 50th anniversary celebration. Core members Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine, Bruce Johnston and David Marks will get back to ‘do it again’ for a huge worldwide tour and a brand new studio album!
After speculation about a po
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Bob Seger’s ‘Greatest Hits’ Guitar Stolen
WXYZ Action News in Orchard Lake, MI reports that a guitar was stolen from the home of Rock & Roll Hall Of Famer Bob Seger. The guitar in question is a vintage 1978 Gibson Les Paul. A long time favorite of Seger, he is pictured with it on the cover of his 1994 ‘Greatest Hits’ album.
Paul McCartney Announces New Album ‘My Valentine’
Ahh, romance. It will certainly be in the air when Sir Paul McCartney releases his brand new album titled ‘My Valentine’ on Feb. 7 via the Concord/Hear Music label.
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the album will feature romantic ballads — originals and covers — rooted in the sounds of days gone by. McCartney described the albu
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Beach Boys To Reunite For 2012 Grammy Ceremony?
Looks like it could be the Beach Boys, not Van Halen, who are going to make big news by reuniting at the Grammy Awards this year. Rumors were flying at breakneck pace around the music business that Van Halen were to make some major announcement at the nominations telecast. That didn’t happen, and it may turn out it was a different iconic California band who appears at the actual ceremony.
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Gene Simmons Website Hacker Arrested
Don’t mess with Gene Simmons! There’s the chance he may spit blood all over you, or have you arrested! Kevin George Poe, an alleged member of the hacker group ‘Anonymous,’ was arrested Tuesday charged with hacking into the website of the Kiss rocker. He was taken into cust
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Jimi Hendrix Signed Contract Sells For Over $45,000
Wondering what to get that special someone on your Christmas list? Are they a Hendrix fan? Do you have $45,000 burning a hole in your pocket? Well someone did! At a recent auction listed by Gotta Have Rock And Roll, a contract signed by Jimi Hendrix sold for, get this, $45,960.00! The listing started at $10,000, but eight bids placed pushed the price up pretty quickly.