Avril Lavigne in Bar Brawl

Avril's next tweets were the polar opposite: "I don't fight. I don't believe in it. To clear things up I got attacked by 5 people last night out of nowhere. Not cool. My face is f*cked... As in black eye, bloody nose, hair ripped out, scratches, bruises and cuts. So not ok to be abusive to others. Violence is NEVER the answer." Meanwhile, Brody's latest tweet

Jimmy Page and Robert Plant In The Studio This Weekend

Jimmy Page and Robert Plant are special guests in this weekend's edition of the syndicated radio show In The Studio which will celebrate the 40th anniversary of Led Zeppelin IV.

In a matter of four short years, Led Zeppelin had delivered four groundbreaking albums each destined to top the other. Widely considered a hard rock, heavy metal band by many, Zeppelin would astonish everyone by creating one of hard rock's first epic ballads, the most played record in rock radio history, "Stairway To Heaven". Jimmy Page shares with host Redbeard the reaction the song got, even before Zeppelin had released it. "We were out touring and that album (Zep IV) hadn't come out and we played "Stairway" in the Forum (Los Angeles) and we got a standing ovation."

Jimmy Page and Robert Plant reveal In The Studio why Led Zeppelin IV is the third-highest seller in music history . "When we started the band...I wanted to make music that people would respect; your fellow musicians, like Jeff (Beck) and Eric (Clapton) and people like that ," remarks Page. Robert Plant remembers, "We did whatever we wanted to do and said, 'look, for us we have to just weave around wherever it was most appropriate, with amplifiers, without, doesn't matter, in the desert, on top a Welsh mountain wherever it was…' which could be indicative and could show what we were all about." more on this story

Creed To Play First Two Albums At Special Shows

Creed will be performing their two most popular albums live at special intimate two-night events in Chicago, New York and Philadelphia next Spring.

Scott Stapp announced on VH1 Big Morning Buzz Live that will be playing their multi-platinum albums My Own Prison and Human Clay in their entirety during the events.

The band will perform one album on each night of the special engagement along with hits from their albums Weathered and Full Circle. "My Own Prison and Human Clay are very special albums for us and I look forward to performing them for our fans. The songs bring back a lot of great memories for me and I hope for them too," said front man Scott Stapp. more on this story

Original Black Sabbath Lineup Jammed At Ozzy's House

(hennemusic) We'll know what's up with the Black Sabbath reunion this Friday, when the original lineup holds a press conference at the Whisky A Go Go in Hollywood – 41 years to the day that they played their first US show at the venue..

As 11:11 AM on 11/11/11 draws nearer, more news about the reunited original lineup is coming out. While promoting his new book, "Iron Man: My Journey Through Heaven And Hell With Black Sabbath," guitarist Tony Iommi tells Billboard that the group reconvened earlier this year at Ozzy Osbourne's home in California "for a bit of fun, and to see if we could all play. It was good, but it was just purely, 'Let's have a go and see what happens.'" Iommi says the group plans to get together again "very soon...to discuss things and see what's going to happen and see what we're going to do. It's all in the air at the moment, but it'd be nice to think we can actually do something."

Tony says he'd like to see the lineup make its first new album together since 1978's "Never Say Die," save for two songs it added to the 1998 live album "Reunion." more on this story

Korn and Faith No More Supergroup Fear and the Nervous System Release Debut

(Gibson) The self-titled debut album by Fear and the Nervous System, the new band featuring Korn's James "Munky" Shaffer and Faith No More bass player Billy Gould, is out now.

The band is rounded out with drummer Brooks Wackerman (Bad Religion), guitarist Leopold Ross, keyboard player Zac Baird (Korn) and singer Steve Krolikowski.

"It started with the passing of my father," Shaffer said in a press release. "Death is one of the hardest things that people have to deal with. I didn't really understand what I was doing to block accepting the process of my dad's health deteriorating. I was in a really manic state of mind. I had a lot of emotions and energy, and I needed to get them out and record them. The only way I know how to express myself is through music." more on this story

Les Paul Inducted Into The Music City Walk of Fame

(Gibson) Guitar great Les Paul was inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame in Nashville on Sunday. Les Paul was among a group of music industry notables honored with a star on the sidewalk in Nashville's Music Mile at Walk of Fame Park.

Hundreds turned up to watch the ceremony that was kicked off by Nashville Mayor Karl Dean. Those inducted alongside Les Paul were Manuel Cuevas, Alan Jackson, Dan Miller, Bobby Jones, Dottie Rambo and Kix Brooks. Gibson Chairman and CEO Henry Juszkiewicz said he was honored to induct Les Paul. He said it was fitting that Les Paul, "who changed the world with his exploration of guitar and his love of people and performance" should be honored in Nashville.

"Les actually got his start, in a way, at the Ryman Auditorium," Juszkiewicz said, referencing the famous Nashville venue and former home of the Grand Ole Opry. One day when Les way a young, guitar-obsessed boy, his mother, "packed him in the car and drove him to the Ryman Auditorium and stood at the side of the stage and implored every star that walked up on the stage to give Les a moment of time on the stage. Finally someone relented and Les made his first public performance at the Ryman." more on this story

Metallica White Album A Halloween Treat For Die Hard Fan

A die hard Metallica fan got a sweet Halloween tweet by winning an eBay big for an ultra rare white vinyl pressing of Metallica's Black Album.

Ultimate Classic Reports: This very rare copy was one of 50 produced and released in March 2010 by Warner Bros. Records.

The interest in this rarity was high, with the 36th bidder earning the title "winner" and closing out at the final mega price of $1,145.00. more on this story

Steven Tyler Becomes A Cabbage Patch Kid

(Gibson) Could it be this holiday season's Tickle Me Elmo? Aerosmith frontman and American Idol judge Steven Tyler has been recreated as a Cabbage Patch doll, according to Ultimate Classic Rock.

The rock legend is one of five celebrities who have approved their likenesses for the Cabbage Patch Kids – each a one-of-a-kind doll. (The Tyler doll is in the middle in the picture.) The dolls – which also depict weatherman Al Roker, actress Katherine Heigl, actress Raven Symone and singer-actress Kristin Chenoweth – will be auctioned off on eBay between November 7 and 17 to benefit Children's Action Network. The adoption awareness organization locates homes for children who are in foster care in the U.S.

In regards to the Tyler creation, it gives a whole new meaning to the Aerosmith song "Rag Doll." more on this story

Dokken, Ratt and Stray Cats Members Help Sin City Sinners Rock Christmas

Sin City Sinners have recruited some of their rock star friends to appear on their third CD "A Sinners Christmas," which will be released on November 25th.

The CD includes guest appearances by George Lynch, Ron Keel, Slim Jim Phantom (The Stray Cats) Jizzy Pearl (RATT, Love/Hate) Pete Loran (Trixter) Louie Merlino (Beggars & Thieves) Frank Dimino (Angel) & Sammy Serious (The Zeros)

A portion of the sales from "A Sinners Christmas" will be donated to the Toys for Tots Las Vegas chapter, who help to make sure less fortunate children have toys for Christmas. The band will celebrate the release on Nov 25th with a Las Vegas party & toy drive at Club Madrid (inside Sunset Station Casino) Admission is FREE, but The Sinners encourage everyone who is able to bring a new unwrapped toy to be collected by the Marines for Toys For Tots. more on this story

The Hold Steady Frontman Going Solo

The Hold Steady frontman Craig Finn has set a January 24 release date for his debut solo album, 'Clear Heart Full Eyes,' on Vagrant Records.

Earlier this year, Finn challenged himself to write a new song every day in his Brooklyn apartment. "I had written a bunch of songs that were outside of the norm for The Hold Steady, a little quieter and perhaps more narrative," says Finn. "I wanted to gain some experience and insight into the process of making a record by working with new people."

Finn travelled to Austin, Texas in July, removing himself from all familiar surroundings to record the album with producer Mike McCarthy (Spoon, Trail of Dead). Of the album's title, Finn says, "It's a juxtaposed reference to 'Friday Night Lights,' a TV show that excited and moved me and also happened in Texas. Further, 'Clear Heart' signifies honesty and transparency, and 'Full Eyes' suggests experience." more on this story

Nonpoint Lose Two Members

(Banana 101.5) It's been a crazy November for Nonpoint: they recently inked a record deal, announced a new album for Spring 2012, and reported the departure of their guitarist and bassist, and all within 4 days.

Perhaps he spoke too soon about the band's happiness, especially the "We" part. The ink wasn't even dry on their contracts when it was announced that guitarist Zach Broderick and founding bassist Ken MacMillan were no longer in the band, leaving only Soriano and drummer Robb Rivera. Broderick and MacMillan are said to be involved with a new project which they will announce soon.

Now Blabbermouth reports that Nonpoint have drafted members of the Chicago hard rock outfit Inn Cinema to fill the gaps in their roster — they are rumored to have been joined by guitarists Rasheed Thomas and Dave Lizzio as well as bassist Adam Woloszyn. New members or no, the band has decided to cancel their upcoming tour dates. While news of the member changes are new to the press, a statement on Nonpoint's Facebook page indicate that they may have been gone for a while... more on this story

Rise Against North American Tour Coming

Rise Against announce the first leg of their 2012 tour which will feature support from A Day to Remember and The Menzingers.

The tour kicks off January 17th at the Austin Music Hall in Austin, TX and will wrap up on February 5th at Patriot Center inFairfax, VA.

Glassjaw will be joining the bill for the February 3rd show in Uniondale, NY. more on this story

Pure Reason Revolution Farewell Tour and EP

(Freeman) Pure Reason Revolution have announced the details of their farewell tour which takes place later this month.

On this tour PRR will play a 2 hour set in two parts. The first part of the show will comprise of songs from "Amor Vincit Omnia" & "Hammer & Anvil". The second part will see "The Dark Third" performed in its entirety, for the first time.

The band will also release an EP entitled "Valour" for a limited time only, which will include a new, exclusive track called "Tempest". more on this story

Axl, Slash, AC/DC's Brian Johnson, Dave Mustaine for That Metal Show

This season of That Metal Show is set to feature guest appearances by Axl Rose and Dj Ashba of Guns N' Roses, Slash, AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson, Megadeth's Dave Mustaine, Paul Rodgers, Tracii Guns, Godsmack's Sully Erna and more. VH1 Classic sent over these details about the season and it's big kick off episode:

Season nine of "That Metal Show" kicks off on National Metal Day (11-11-11) with an exclusive interview with Guns N' Roses lead singer and original member, Axl Rose and lead guitarist Dj Ashba.

In his first television interview in over a decade, Rose opens up about his new band mates, touring, rumors, misconceptions and much more. The premiere episode of "That Metal Show" with Axl Rose airs Friday, November 11 at 11 PM ET/PT on VH1 Classic. more on this story

God Bless Ozzy Osbourne Comes Home

(Gibson) God Bless Ozzy Osbourne, the documentary which tells the life story of Ozzy Osbourne through the eyes of his son Jack, will be released on DVD and Blu-ray next week.

The documentary was shot over a period of three years by Jack Osbourne with directors Mike Fleiss and Mike Piscitelli. Ozzy recounts his troubled youth, his early career with Black Sabbath, and the story of how fame and addiction ruined his first marriage. Ozzy also talks about the second chapter of his life with Sharon, his attempts to stay clean, and the sobriety he has maintained for the past five years. The documentary also includes musical performances from around the world.

The DVD and Blu-ray release features additional footage not seen in the theatrical release including new interviews, classic archive footage of Black Sabbath, and a question and answer session with Ozzy and Jack Osbourne at the Tribeca Film Festival, where the film premiered in April 2011. more on this story

Sebastian Bach Confirms Guns N' Roses Tour Dates

(hennemusic) It's been rumored for a few weeks, and now it is reality: Sebastian Bach has announced that he'll be joining Guns N' Roses for three shows on their current North American tour.

In support of his latest solo effort, "Kicking & Screaming," Bach will open three GNR shows this month in the US Northeast.

It's likely no coincidence, but Bach and his band will be in fighting shape for the GNR dates after they play a series of club shows, starting this week; by the time Bach hits the arena circuit, he'll be rarin' to go. more on this story

Rush Lead This Week's Top Rock Releases

(hennemusic) It's a big week for Rush fans as the band finally issues two special projects from their 2010/2011 tour.

"Rush - Time Machine 2011: Live In Cleveland" is released in both audio and video formats, while a portion of the full concert - "Moving Pictures: Live 2011" – also hits stores.

There's lots of goodies to choose from for your holiday shopping and/or wish lists, including material from The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Deep Purple and Noel Gallagher…and that's just for starters. more on this story

David Beckham Helped Reunite The Stone Roses

(Gibson) Soccer great David Beckham, who played for Manchester United during his glory years in the 1990s, played a significant role in the Stone Roses recent reunion.

According to the Sun newspaper, Beckham tried to persuade reluctant bass player Gary "Mani" Mounfield last year in America. Then, in May, while in Manchester for ex-team-mate Gary Neville's testimonial match, Beckham targeted singer Ian Brown with his request. The Sun quotes a source who says: "David has always been a huge Stone Roses fan. You've got to remember he was a young lad in Manchester when The Roses were a big deal. It was impossible to live there without being into the band.

"Ian and Mani are Reds through and through so they all knew each other a bit back in the day. David heard there was a chance the ice was thawing between Ian and guitarist John Squire and he got involved.

"He told Mani in no uncertain terms he simply had to get the band back together. He said he would be willing to ring all the boys and beg them to crack on. And when he saw Ian at Old Trafford a month later, he really laid it on thick and said that he would be willing to do anything to make it happen." more on this story

Morrissey Late Night TV

Morrissey will be promoting his North American tour with two late night TV appearances later this month.

On Wednesday, November 23 he will stop by ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live and he will also appear on TBS' Conan on Tuesday the 29th.

The tour begins November 10 in Chicago and concludes December 13 in Guadalajara, Mexico. He will be performing songs from throughout his unparalleled catalog including new unreleased tracks. more on this story

Vince Neil To Headline Rock 'N' Roll Marathon

(hennemusic) After playing San Antonio with Motley Crue this summer, Vince Neil returns to San Antonio this weekend to headline the San Antonio Rock 'N' Roll Marathon and Half-Marathon.

Neil hits the stage on Sunday from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at the finish line at the Alamodome; the concert is free and open to the public.

Vince's solo band lineup remains the same as it's been for a number of years: guitarist Jeff Blando, bassist Dana Strum (ex-Slaughter) and drummer Zoltan. more on this story

Rush Guitarist Alex Lifeson For Andy Kim Christmas Show

(hennemusic) Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson will be one of the featured musicians at the 7th annual Andy Kim Christmas Show in Toronto next month.

The event happens Wednesday, December 14 at the Phoenix Concert Theatre.

Lifeson joins the list of first performers confirmed for the benefit, including Kevin Drew and Brendan Canning from Broken Social Scene, members of Finger Eleven and Ron Sexsmith.

Montreal-born Kim has sold more than 33 million albums and is the man behind such massive hits as "Sugar Sugar" (The Archies) and "Rock Me Gently." more on this story

Gwar To Continue North American Tour

(Rock News Desk) Gwar frontman Dave Brockie says the band will continue their North American tour despite the death of Cory Smoot, because the guitarist would have wanted it that way.

The science-fiction monster metallers found Smoot, also known as Flattus Maximus, dead on their tour bus on the journey between Minneapolis and Canada. But they played on – and Brockie, alias Oderus Urungus, says they'll continue to do so.

He tells fans: "After a lot of consideration, we have decided to carry on with the tour. Although the great temptation would be to return home, curl into a foetal position and mourn, we can't do that. First off, Cory wouldn't want that. He would want us to go on and would be pissed if we didn't. Plus we know the fans don't want us to quit. They are going to want a chance to come to grips with their loss, and there is no better place to do that than at a Gwar show. Though it's hard to believe, I think we all would feel a lot worse if we stopped. For better or worse we have to see this through." more on this story

Gene Simmons Honored To Host Classic Rock Roll Of Honour

(hennemusic) The Classic Rock Roll Of Honour awards happen tomorrow Wednesday, November 9 at The Roundhouse in London.

In its seven-year history it has attracted and honoured some of the greatest musicians the world has ever seen, and 2011 will be no different. Receiving the coveted Living Legend Award is one of the most influential and respected guitarists of all time, Jeff Beck.

And the host for the evening will be KISS bassist Gene Simmons. "I have the distinct honour and privilege of being the host of the Classic Rock Roll Of Honour," said Simmons. "On that momentous occasion, the planets will align, living legends will gather to honour their own and London will become the centre of the rock & roll universe. It's one thing being a voracious and loyal reader of Classic Rock, but it's another to be in the same room as the people who have inspired me to stop flipping burgers and jump up on stage and have a go at it myself. An honour and privilege, indeed. Be there. Or, be square." more on this story

Ghost To Launch 13 Dates of Doom For North America

Ghost will launch their first ever North American headlining tour in January, 2012.

GHOST will be joined by Blood Ceremony and Ancient Vvisdom for the two week trek dubbed the "13 Dates of Doom" tour.

The tour kicks off on January 18 in New York City with GHOST touring in support of their debut album Opus Eponymous. more on this story

Behold! The Monolith Set New Album Release

Behold! The Monolith will release their new album Defender, Redeemist, on January 23, 2012.

The band have just completed work on the album which was recorded and Engineered by the legendary Billy Anderson (High on Fire, Sleep, Neurosis) at North Hollywood's Skull 7 Studios.

"We definitely went in a "less stoner, more metal" direction on this record," said Behold! The Monolith guitarist Matt Price. "There's some faster stuff and some definite classic metal hat-tipping going on. It also has some of our most wretched sludgy / doom-y riffs yet. We know every band says this, but we feel it's a step up for us on every level...but our fans will have to be the ultimate judge of that." more on this story

In Flames, Trivium, Veil Of Maya and Kyng Tour

In Flames a headlining North American tour in the new year that will feature support from Trivium, Veil Of Maya and Kyng.

Lasting for a little over a month, the tour kicks off January 12th in Milwaukee, WI and will wrap back around to complete on February 21st in Chicago, IL. A full list of dates can be seen below.

In Flames comments, "In Flames strikes back!!! After a nice but curtailed summer mayhem, we will return to American soil with full force. Expect riffs, sweat and beers so tasty that you're ready to give up everything and move to Gothenburg. Just to have another fix..." more on this story

Jolly's North American Tour Kicks Off Next Week

Jolly have announced a North American tour which kicks off November 14th in Wilmington, DE and running through December 3rd with a final show in Albany, New York.

"We're excited to bring the Jolly experience home to our American fanbase. Audiences will be blown away. Jolly loves you," says the band.

Jolly will be touring in support of their new album, "The Audio Guide To Happiness (Part 1)." more on this story

Singled Out: MicLordz and Sauce Funky's My World

Today MicLordz and Sauce Funky frontman Dayun 'Boots' Marjanovic tells us about the title track from their brand new EP "My World". Here is the story:

We were sitting at one of our jam spaces and Matte and Roge´ were playing around with some chord progressions. AlerG and I were quietly listening and when we heard the first notes of the riff we stopped and were like "yo play that again!!"

We started getting into the verse of the instrumental and Roge´ filled in the gaps with a great moving baseline. We were all digging the groove and we really wanted to simplify the drums. We really focused making the instrumental catchy and simple so the vocals would jump off it.

We put the entire track together and recorded a demo. AlerG and I listened to the track numerous times and put major emphasis on writing a meaningful song. We played around with some different verses, but couldn't get the hook.

One day shortly after that, my parents were asking me the famous question "how long are you gonna do music for? when are you gonna get a real job?" I was so upset and usually when I'm get pissed off I write my best. I listened to the demo over and over... came up with a melody for the chorus and the bridge. I had the first couple words "This is my life, This is my dream..." and was humming the rest.

The next day I raced over to the jam space and Mike was sitting outside. I sang the hook to him and he began writing. He filled in the pieces that I didn't have with some very meaningful lyrics, especially the last words said in the song "you will remember my name." After the hook was finished it was easy to write our verses.

In SLR Studios in Windsor Ontario Canada, where we record, the producer Martin Bak did some magic. He changed some of the structure of the song and wanted to put more emphasis on the melody and the hook instead of the verses so he cut some some of them out. We all came to consensus on the changes and did some different mixes until we found the right one.

The verses, song structure and hook of my world are something that comes right from our hearts to the listeners ears and I think when people hear it they can feel it and relate to it. We hope from "My World" that people will remember our name.

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