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On this day in 1973, Elton John started a eight week run at #1 on the U.S. album chart with "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road," the singers third U.S. #11 Find out what else happened on this date in music history here -

Metallica Plan New Album

(Gibson) After two years of touring that involved teaming up with The Big Four and rocking airports, Metallica are planning to take a break from the road. After playing their final World Magnetic tour dates in New Zealand, the band is looking to begin work on a new album.

"There's a bunch of balls in the air for 2011, but I think the main one is we really want to get back to writing again," drummer Lars Ulrich said. "We haven't really written since, what, '06, '07, and we want to get back to kind of just being creative again. Right now we are going to just chill out and then probably start up again in, I'd say, March or April, and start probably putting the creative cap back on and start writing some songs."

Although the band recently confirmed that they will perform at Rock in Rio in Brazil on September 25, 2011, Ulrich didn't say if more touring was on the table for next year. But, the drummer did say that the chances are good for another Big Four tour (featuring Metallica, Anthrax, Slayer and Megadeth) in the next couple of years. "The vibe on this thing is so big, we'd be stupid to ignore it," he said. "You know on your iPhone, you can move the weather maps up and down? Well, the Big Four is quickly moving up to the top in terms of potential occurrences for the next couple of years." - more on this story

Neil Young Suffers Massive Fire

(hennemusic) The San Jose Mercury News reports that a San Carlos, California warehouse filled with Neil Young's music equipment, vintage cars and other memorabilia burned in a three-alarm blaze early Tuesday, causing an estimated $1.1 million in damage.

Workers and friends spent the day moving guitars, canisters of film, framed photos and other items that had been in the warehouse.

Young, who lives in a home near La Honda, arrived at the site late in the day and surveyed the destruction. - more on this story

Coldplay Christmas Secret

(Gibson) Coldplay have announced that they are taking a short break from recording the follow-up to 2008's Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends this holiday season — and they're doing it for a very good cause.

Chris Martin and company will play two "secret" shows to benefit the British homeless charity, Crisis.

The shows will take place in Liverpool on December 19th and Newcastle on December 20th. Tickets will be scarce, as both venues will only hold around 1000 people. - more on this story

Soundgarden Rock Conan

(hennemusic) Night 2 of the new Conan O'Brien's late night show and the hits just keep on' comin'.

Out promoting their career retrospective, "Telephantasm," Soundgarden rocked TBS with a performance of "Black Rain," the previously unreleased track in the collection that was recorded during the 1991 "Badmotorfinger" sessions.

It was the band's first TV appearance in 13 years, and they actually played two songs for the show. - Check it out here

Liam Gallagher Debuts New Band With Free Song

(Gibson) Liam Gallagher and his new band, Beady Eye, will release their first single as a free download today, November 10. Fans will be able to obtain the song, titled "Bring the Light," via the group's website.

The single also will be available in 7" vinyl form for a limited time, with the track "Sons of the Stage" as the B-side.

The four-piece group, which in addition to Gallagher includes former Oasis members Gem Archer and Andy Bell, along with ex-Oasis tour drummer Chris Sharrock, recorded their debut album this past summer. The yet-to-be-titled disc is scheduled for release in 2011. - more on this story

Def Leppard Fallon

(hennemusic) Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen is scheduled to sit in with The Roots on Friday night's edition of Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.

Hhe'll be joining them for the entire show - Kings Of Leon are the music guests.

Collen was recently featured on "L.A Ink," where he and new bride Helen Simmons each got their first tattoos this spring, prior to their wedding in July; the two met on Leppard's 2008 "Sparkle Lounge" tour. - more on this story

White Wizzard Is Not A Scam

(RockAAA) White Wizzard founder and bassist Jon Leon has responded to guitarist Erik Kluiber's claims the band is a scam by saying he should have got rid of Kluiber sooner.

Instead, Leon insists the split came about as a result of Kluiber's own actions – because he was a Jekyll and Hyde character depending on how much he'd had to drink.

And the mainman reveals that Kluiber's last mistake was risking White Wizzard's big moment to impress Iron Maiden. - more on this story

Bon Jovi Late Show

(hennemusic) Bon Jovi launched their new "Greatest Hits" collection yesterday with a appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman.

Taped earlier – but aired later – last night, the band performed two songs on The Late Show: the new single, "What Do You Got?" and one of their classic hits.

Bon Jovi were also featured on the "Live On Letterman" series, with a webcast from the Ed Sullivan Theatre in New York. hennemusic joined the network to carry the CBS signal, which started at 8pm eastern and was repeated several times throughout the evening. - Check it out

Future of Elvis Costello's TV Show In Doubt

(Gibson) In its first two seasons, Elvis Costello's television program, Spectacle: Elvis Costello with…, has been a hit with critics and fans alike. The interaction — both verbal and musical — between the singer-songwriter and such musical heavyweights as Bruce Springsteen, Bono and The Edge, Lou Reed, The Police and Elton John, among others, has been a dream for lovers of music and for the Sundance Channel, which has aired the program since December 2008. But now, doubt has crept in about whether the show will continue.

Speaking with Spinner, Costello confided that whether or not the show moves forward relies greatly on the guests he's able to book.

"At the moment, we're waiting to see whether we go forward with the same sort of degree of confidence; I don't want to do something that's inferior. And it is difficult. If you look at the list of the people that we did [in the first two seasons], and then you think of some of the people that people might theorize that you would like to get, well, it's whether they would want to do it, you know? And I know that with some of the people that you'd love to speak to, there are reasons why they don't feel right about doing something like Spectacle, or the timing isn't right in their life and career. So I think that it's got to be in the right circumstances." - more on this story

Sammy Hagar Film Preview

(hennemusic) Sammy Hagar checks in with an update to fans on his website: You may have heard, but I've been working on a documentary covering the history of my Birthday Bash, Cabo and the Cantina - Go There Once Be There Twice.

Some of you caught a preview of it at this year's Birthday Bash. For those of you who missed, it we are happy to announce a preview of the film, taking place this December the 11th at the Throckmorton Theatre in Mill Valley.

As usual, it's going to be a party, complete with margaritas, tacos, the Wabos and a few of my friends will there to celebrate too - more on this story

Paul Tried To Top The Beatles With Band on the Run

(Gibson) In a new interview with The Guardian, Paul McCartney admitted that, with Band on the Run, he was trying to compete with what he had done with The Beatles.

"Otherwise there was kind of no point, though it was virtually impossible to do," he said. "Immediately after the Beatles, though, I was just trying to form a group. OK, I thought: I can ring up a lot of famous people and get a supergroup together, or I can go with my instinct – which is that groups don't happen like that. There has to be a certain amount of building up, shared experience, shared music. That's how it was when I started out with John – neither of us really knew how to do much. And it's the kiss of death if someone says they're the next Beatles. I was in that position with Wings, taking on this impossible task – in which my lovely wife wasn't even a musician. I had Mick Jagger saying [bad Mick Jagger impersonation], 'What's he doing getting his old lady in the band?'"

McCartney also discussed an obvious similarity between John Lennon and his work, post-Beatles. "Everyone had every reason to slag [Linda] off. In fact, there was no reason for anyone to support her," he said. "But I knew what I was doing – as did John, having Yoko on his records. He didn't think she was Aretha Franklin. He was in love and he wanted to make something new – something of his own making. It was to do with intensity of feeling. And looking back on it, he was absolutely right. Everything they did, I think, was good. John had proved himself a master in conventional terms and in joining up with Yoko he was about to prove himself in unconventional terms. In a way, that was in both our thinking." - more on this story

Joe Elliott Remixes Thin Lizzy

(Gibson) Rock legends Thin Lizzy will have three of their classic albums re-released on January 24.

Jailbreak, Johnny The Fox and Live and Dangerous have been remixed by Thin Lizzy guitarist Scott Gorham and Def Leppard's Joe Elliott at Joe's Garage studios near Dublin, Ireland.

Classic Rock magazine reports that each deluxe album will be issued as a double-disc, the original album on one CD with a second CD containing rare tracks. Live and Dangerous will also include a DVD. - Tracklisting

Single Out Atheist Week: Day 2

Atheist are back with, "Jupiter," their first album in 17 years. To celebrate this week's album release we asked frontman Kelly Shaefer to pick some of his favorite tracks from the album and tell us a little about them. Here is Kelly with today's song:

Faux King Christ- This is a weird one that is for sure the opening riff is one I had in my collection of riffs to present to the band written in my little homestudio in Fla, and I really liked, but it would typically not sound like something we would use in an atheist song, it was a strange pattern i found on guitar that i just knew Steve would take to new heights, and he of course surpassed my expectations, it's a 6/8 shuffle pattern along with I think a 260 bpm Latin variation of a samba beat, very unusual in Latin music, actually unheard of, but In metal it's very unique.

A lot of the guitar riffs I wrote for this song in Florida and presented them to the band and we refined it from there. We had the nickname 'Cuban Pete" for this one before it has lyrics, so all of our rehearsal tapes for this have the name Cuban Pete on it, cause it just has this very odd feel to it. The middle/lead section was written by Jonathan Thompson.

The solos are a trade off between Jason Suecof, who mixed Jupiter, and Myself, this was the first solo on an atheist album in 20 years for me.. no big production, just a fun spontaneous trade off between me and Jason.

Hearing is believing. Now that you know the story behind the song, listen for yourself and learn more about the album - right here!

Slash Censoring New Video

(Gibson) We told you about this in yesterday's digest but today Gibson has a little more info on it: Slash's new video with Fergie will have to undergo censoring before it's released to the public at large.

The video, for the track "Beautiful Dangerous," features the Black Eyed Peas singer portraying a crazed stalker who lures Slash to her apartment, and then ties him to a bed before performing some dirty deeds. The concept was Fergie's idea, but Slash says the raunchier aspects of the end result will need trimming.

"It's very controversial," Slash says. "I thought it was OK but apparently there's a lot of suggestiveness and we're having a rethink." - more on this story

Slipknot Ask That Items Taken from Paul Gray's Grave be Returned

(Gibson) Slipknot are asking for the return of gift items taken from the grave of the band's late bassist, Paul Gray. On their website, the group write:

"In a very upsetting turn of events we have learned that some gifts left for Paul at his grave site have been stolen. There were statues of a gargoyle as well as a Buddah that were placed at Paul's grave by his friends and family that were taken. We ask that whoever did this please return the items no questions asked. If anyone has any information about the stolen items please let us know by posting in the comments. Thank you for your continued support in this trying time."

As reported previously, Gray was found dead in a hotel in Urbandale, Iowa, on May 24, 2010. An autopsy determined that his death was caused by an accidental overdose of morphine and fentanyl. The autopsy further revealed that Gray was suffering from significant heart disease. - more on this story

Stratovarius Set New Album Release

Stratovarius will release their new album, Elysium, in the US and Canada on January 18, 2011 (not January 14 as originally reported)

Recorded at 5-by-5 studios in Pitäjänmäki, Helsinki, Finland, the nine-track full-length will be released through Armoury Records and features cover art by Gyula Havancsák.

Elysium will mark the debut of newest addition: 27-year-old Finnish guitarist Matias Kupiainen. Said drummer Jörg Michael of the band's newest recruit: "In Matias we found a new character who fits perfectly with his way of melodic guitar shredding. He is a killer player, a 'wunderkind' from Finland!" - more on this story

Thrice's Dustin Kensrue Release Limited Edition Christmas Album

Thrice frontman Dustin Kensrue has released his Christmas music album, This Good Night Is Still Everywhere, for the first time on limited edition vinyl.

The solo, mostly–acoustic collection was originally issued as a digital-only release in 2008. This new vinyl edition features two bonus tracks, including a cover of mewithoutYou's "A Stick, A Carrot & String." For fans that previously purchased the digital album, the two additional songs will be available for individual download at all digital retailers.

"I was really excited to be able to put this out on vinyl," said Kensrue, "especially since we didn't even have time to release it on CD before." - more on this story

Taddy Porter Follow Slash Tour With Alter Bridge Trek

Taddy Porter are hitting the road with Alter Bridge on their forthcoming US winter tour beginning December 20th in Pontiac, MI.

Currently on the road in support of Evan's Blue, Taddy Porter recently wrapped tours behind the legendary guitarist Slash, and platinum rockers Finger Eleven .

"We can't wait for our jaunt with Alter Bridge," noted guitarist Joe Selby, "Since we met him on the Slash tour, Myles Kennedy has been a great supporter of ours; we're stoked to rejoin him this winter." - more on this story

Happy Mondays Shaun Ryder Joins Celeb Reality Show

(Gibson) Happy Mondays star, and leader of the '90s Madchester music movement in England, Shaun Ryder will team up with assorted stars for the U.K. celebrity jungle survival show, I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here. Also featured in the show will be actress Britt Ekland, runner Linford Christie and rap star Aggro Santos.

Ryder told Britain's Daily Mail: "I'm going to be very nice in the jungle. People are going to see a new side to me. I'm a 48-year-old family man now. I won't be swearing and I'm going to miss my kids loads in there."

The uncompromising musician did maintain some of the rock star attitude when he told the Mail that he's been promised his own supply of cigarettes and that he had not, "asked for any advice from anyone. I wouldn't take any advice anyway." - more on this story

Wolves In The Throne Room Announce New Dates

Wolves In The Throne Room have announced live appearances booked on two continents over the next two months.

Wolves In The Throne Room have locked down a quick but pungent string of European tour dates, kicking off November 24th with a handful of dates throughout Germany, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, including a date in London with Shrinebuilder, all building up to their scheduled appearance at the highly anticipated All Tomorrow's Parties "Nightmare Before Christmas Festival" on December 3rd, alongside Neurosis, Throbbing Gristle, Deerhoof, event curators Godspeed You! Black Emperor, and more.

The pack have also been confirmed as opening support for one of the newly scheduled Seattle Neurosis shows; WITTR and labelmates Black Breath will kick off the show at Neumo's on December 30th. - more on this story

Too Many Times Giving Away New EP

Metalcore band Too Many Times are currently giving away their debut self-titled EP for free.

The album was recorded at Private Ear Studios in Winnipeg with John Paul Peters (Means, Comeback Kid, A Textbook Tragedy, Every New Day).

Having recently completed their first tour in Canada, Too Many Times are planning to hit the States next summer, by which time they'll have a new full-length album in tow. The Yorkton, Saskatchewan six-piece will be keeping busy until then with shows locally. - Download the EP for free here

Beatle Daughter Mary McCartney Speaks Out

(Gibson) Paul McCartney's daughter, Mary McCartney, says growing up as the child of one of the world's most famous men was like "being in a little bit of a zoo."

In a wide-ranging interview conducted by Scotland's The Herald, Sir Paul's oldest biological child also confesses that being continuously scrutinized in public was a bit disconcerting. "[As a child], going to restaurants and people literally turning to watch you … I suppose I've tried to grow away from that. Generally I like to observe rather than be observed."

Following in the footsteps of her mother, Linda McCartney, McCartney has forged a successful career as a photographer, snapping shots for the likes of Vanity Fair and Harper's Bazaar. Her photo book, From Where I Stand, features her sister Stella on the cover, captured in a playful pose that mimics a paparazzi shot. "We're all quite close," she says. "My siblings and my dad all stay in touch and see each other regularly." - more on this story

Remembering Tommy Tedesco's Legacy

On this day in 1997, American session guitarist Tommy Tedesco died of lung cancer aged 67. Described by Guitar Player magazine as the most recorded guitarist in history. Gibson takes a look back:

"When that red light goes on, whether it's running a race or playing guitar, whatever it is, all the adrenaline goes through the body. Some guys are at their best then, some say they're at their worst. I'm at my best with the pressure." So said Tommy Tedesco, the most famous session guitarist in entertainment history, who passed on this day in 1997.

It was Tedesco's ability to find musical magic from notes on paper with no advance preparation that helped make him the go-to picker in Hollywood for more than 30 years. - more on this story

The Science Teacher Giving Away New EP

Ryan from Stripmall Architecture has released a solo EP under the moniker "The Science Teacher."

This new EP, called "What to do with the time you have left" is now available for free download.

Years ago, when on tour with his band, Stripmall Architecture, Ryan Coseboom walked onto stage to greet a sold-out house at the Crocodile in Seattle. In his trademark heavy-rimmed glasses, oxford shirt, and blazer, he looked like more like a rogue professor from an East Coast liberal arts college than a musician. As he reached for his guitar, someone from the audience yelled out "Hey, look! It's the Science Teacher!" and the name stuck.

- Grab the free EP here

Gibson To Release Eric Clapton's Famous Beano Les Paul

(Gibson) One of the most important guitars in the history of rock and blues music will be released this December: Eric Clapton's 1960 "Beano" Les Paul.

The axe that Slowhand wielded on the classic John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers album Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton — when Londoners were declaring him "God" — will soon be available in stores, courtesy of the Gibson Custom Shop.

Check back in the coming weeks for more details! For now check out a video of Clapton with the original guitar with John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers - here

A New Frontier For The Band Who Signed Bon Jovi, Dream Theater and Pantera

(PR) Frontiers Records announced that Derek Shulman and 2Plus Music Entertainment has agreed to oversee the label development and marketing over the North American market.

After an internationally acknowledged career as singer for the Progressive Music band Gentle Giant, Derek Shulman became involved in the recording business in the early 80's. Starting as an A&R representative at PolyGram Records, where he rose to the ranks of Senior Vice President, he signed Bon Jovi, Dan Reed Network, Cinderella, and Kingdom Come, among many others.

In 1988 he became President and C.E.O of Atco Records (where he signed the progressive metal band Dream Theater, as well as Pantera). He also re-established the careers of AC/DC and Bad Company, both of whom sold multi-platinum albums under his watch. He then went on to become President of Roadrunner Records overseeing signings like Slipknot and Nickelback. - more on this story