KISS and Motley Crue Tour?

The trek, if it happens, will follow Motley's Las Vegas residency and possibly the release of KISS' new album "Monster." BW&BK report

Van Halen New Song Preview Online

Fans can now get a little taste of the forthcoming Van Halen album as a preview clip of the first single "Tattoo" has gone online.

The single is set to be released tomorrow, January 10th, but Amazon UK let the cat out of the bag a little early and posted a 30 second clip of the track online.

The single comes from "A Different Kind Of Truth," the band's first album with David Lee Roth since 1984, which is set for release on February 7th. Check out the preview clip here.

Metallica Working on 3D Movie

Metallica have put to rest speculation that they are working on a 3D film by confirming the rumors that they are indeed working on the project.

The band had the following to say on their official website: As you know, we generally make it a policy not to comment on gossip or rumors, but we also pride ourselves on being first with 'Tallica news. So, with that said, the more astute of you may have noticed a couple of mentions in trade publications, and most recently in the new issue of Rolling Stone, that a Metallica 3D movie is in the works.

We're here to tell you that, yes, there is indeed a 3D project in the very early stages of production! We wish we could tell you more right now, but we don't have all the finer points nailed down just yet. more on this story

The Reason Velvet Revolver Are Reuniting

(Gibson) Velvet Revolver guitarist Dave Kushner has revealed that the idea for the band's one-off reunion show, set for Thursday (January 12) at L.A.'s House of Blues, was triggered by the death of his best friend, musician John O'Brien. In a just-published interview with Rolling Stone, Kushner said all the members of Velvet Revolver readily agreed to do the show – a testament to the great affection his bandmates had for O'Brien.

"We did a benefit show for this thing called 'Road Recovery' – me, Duff [McKagan], Slash and Matt [Sorum] – in New York, and that's when I asked those guys individually if they would agree to do it," Kushner said. "Once they said [yes], I got in touch with Scott [Weiland], and he agreed."

In addition to Velvet Revolver, the concert will feature Maroon 5, Sheryl Crow, Tom Morello and other guests. All proceeds will go to O'Brien's widow and children. Each performer, including Velvet Revolver, will perform a three-song set. Kushner said he realizes that all eyes will be on Velvet Revolver, who will be performing with Weiland for the first time in four years. "I knew from the beginning it would be newsworthy, and that was kind of the plan," Kushner said. "If you're gonna do this, and you want to raise some serious money, then you [have to] put all caution aside." more on this story

Keith Richards Recovering From Eye Surgery

(Gibson) Keith Richards is said to be doing well after undergoing laser eye surgery to correct his deteriorating vision, a spokeswoman for the Rolling Stones guitarist has revealed. According to London's Daily Mirror, the veteran rocker underwent the procedure prior to Christmas, in London.

A source close to Richards said, "He's music's ultimate survivor but not even the seemingly immortal Keith Richards can stop the march of time. It was a harmless, quick procedure and he's very happy with the results."

It's speculated that Richards may have had the surgery in preparation for a Rolling Stones 50th anniversary tour, a possibility that's been heavily rumored but not confirmed. Richards and Mick Jagger have reportedly put aside recent differences and are in talks with promoters about the viability of such a project. The very first Rolling Stones show took place at London's Marquee Club on July 12, 1962. more on this story

Former Fleetwood Mac Guitarist Bob Weston Dies

(Gibson) Bob Weston, a British guitarist best-known for his brief tenure with Fleetwood Mac in the early '70s, has died at age 64. Weston passed away at his London home on Tuesday (January 3) from a gastrointestinal hemorrhage brought on by cirrhosis of the liver.

Weston joined Fleetwood Mac in late 1972 as a replacement for troubled guitarist Danny Kirwan. His contributions to the band's 1973 albums, Penguin and Mystery to Me, were formidable, featuring outstanding slide guitar as well as accomplished harmonic playing and banjo work. Weston also sang with Christine McVie on the track "Did You Ever Love Me," and wrote the instrumental, "Caught in the Rain," which closed out the Penguin album.

In late 1973, Fleetwood Mac discovered that Weston had been having an affair with Mick Fleetwood's wife, Jenny Boyd, and he was subsequently fired. During his post-Fleetwood Mac years, Weston recorded with the likes of Steve Marriott, Murray Head and Long John Baldry. He also released several solo albums, most of which are now out of print. more on this story

Howard Jones Explains Killswitch Engage Exit

Howard Jones has addressed fans about recently announced departure from Killswitch Engage. He tells fans via the band's official site:

Well, I guess I will shed a little light without going too deep. As some of you may know, I've had a pretty interesting couple of years to say the least battling with some personal issues. One of the low points being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes that went unchecked for years. The rest of the band stuck with me through it, and to be honest they are the ones that kept me going. The whole experience definitely put a scare in me.

Recently we've all been in writing mode but somehow I couldn't get excited about the new album and all the touring that would go with it. The guys saw it before I did. In hindsight I now realize that my heart wasn't in it. I have had an amazing decade with KSE. I love Justin, MikeD, Joel and Adam for hanging in there and standing by me no matter how bad it was. I have so many good memories, and those are the ones that I will keep. Will I be involved in music again? Sure, I have been in bands for a little over half my life, can't stop now. Until then, get the new KsE album, it's going to be good. Thanks everyone for letting me try to entertain you, and I wish myself well in my future endeavors. Gone fishin' Howard Read more from the band about the news here.

The Mars Volta Plan New Album Release

(Banana 101.5) The Mars Volta have discreetly announced new album details through their involvement with an upcoming video game — it's not as complicated as it sounds.

According to Antiquiet, it has been rumored that The Mars Volta have been gearing up to release a new album called 'In Absentia' on March 27th.

Though this has not been confirmed by the band, the singer Cendric Bixler-Zavala previously stated via his YouTube account: "New volta almost done. vocals done. just trying rebutcher it and add bass and finish guitar. in studio until this week then on to mexico to add more quantum entanglement to it. the sonogram of the little beast is looking very good." more on this story

30 Seconds to Mars Address Break Up Speculation

(Banana 101.5) For the past several months, there have been rumors swirling regarding the split of 30 Seconds to Mars. After several ominous statements about their future, the band members are finally setting the record straight…sort of.

After playing a Guiness World Record setting 300+ show tour in support of their 2009 album 'This Is War,' it's understandable that the members of 30 Seconds to Mars would be feeling a bit burned-out. Last we heard, Jared Leto "didn't know" if he had what it would take to get the ball rolling again w/ 30STM. Recently the band's drummer Shannon Leto (better known as "Jared Leto's brother") told Kerrang, "We've never said this is 'the end,'" to which Jared added:

"But I think there has been a question mark there for all of us. In part because people started to ask us so much about the future and our reaction is, 'Well, let's talk about the here and now.' Which is important to us. We don't know what the future has to hold, but we know we're excited about it and this tour has been the gift of a lifetime." more on this story

KISS Finish Recording New Album

(hennemusic) KISS has finished recording their new studio album, "Monster." "Friday [January 6] we officially completed work on the new album," posted Paul Stanley.

"Listening to the tracks back to back is like sensory overload. Everyone who has heard any of it is completely blown away. Powerful, heavy, melodic and epic."

"It makes us very proud. You all will be, too," adds the guitarist, who also handled co-production duties on the album. "Mixing starts next week." more on this story

Alice Cooper Live Album Coming?

(hennemusic) There's a new live package from Alice Cooper reportedly on the way in February. Cooper fan site SickthingsUK reports Concert Live has set a February 13 release date for "No More Mr. Nice Guy Live", a two-CD remixed version of Cooper's October 29, 2011 show at London's Alexandra Place.

Concert Live is a music service which enables fans all over the world to relive the experience with instant recordings of live gigs available within minutes of the last note being played.

The company has already released this concert as one of its "instant live shows" back in October following the event, and the show has been aired on TV in both the U.K. and U.S., but this will apparently be a properly remixed version of this performance. Tracklisting

Alter Bridge Preview Live DVD

(hennemusic) Alter Bridge have released the trailer for their forthcoming new DVD, "Alter Bridge: Live At Wembley."

The package features one of the biggest headline shows of the band's career, captured live in concert at the famed London venue in late 2011. The Wembley gig was part of the band's tour in support of "ABIII."

The set will be released in a 2D version, complete with a live CD, in late March; fans will get a preview of it when it airs on TV, all over the world, in February. A 3D version will come out in the summer of 2012. Check out the preview

Tom Jones Collaborates With Jack White

(Gibson) Tom Jones has become the latest artist with whom Jack White has worked in his recent string of unusual collaborations. The veteran Welsh crooner, whose hits include "It's Not Unusual" and "Delilah," worked with White on a new version of Jones's 2002 track, "Jezebel," and on a cover of Howlin' Wolf's "Evil."

The special one-off 7-inch single will be released as part of White's Third Man label's "Blue Series," which has pressed similar one-off discs for such unlikely artists as Insane Clown Posse and Stephen Colbert. A release date for the Tom Jones disc has not been announced, but White told Mojo the sessions went extremely well.

"[Jones] impressed the [expletive] out of everybody," White said. Meanwhile, White has also revealed that Third Man has reached an agreement with the blues label, Document Records, to reissue a number of that label's albums on high-quality vinyl. The first release will be a compilation album featuring early 20th century blues artists such as Charlie Patton and Blind Willie McTell. more on this story

Rise to Remain Pull Out of Machine Head Tour After Losing Members

Century Media sent over word that Rise to Remain have been forced to pull out their first American tour, where they were set to support Machine Head.

The label says the reason for the cancelation is that the band has parted company with their bass player Joe Copcutt and drummer Pat Lundy. Vocalist Austin Dickinson (son of Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson), guitarists Ben Tovey and Will Horner plan to announce new members and still hit the road in the UK and Europe this March for their previously announced headlining tour (with Heaven Shall Burn supporting them).

The U.S. release of the band's debut album City Of Vultures has now been moved to June 5th (from January 24th), when they plan to part in an extensive soon-to-be-announced North American tour. more on this story

Adrenaline Mob Loses Two Members

Adrenaline Mob, the supergroup featuring ex-Dream Theater's Mike Portnoy, Symphony X's Russell Allen and Mike Orlando have confirmed the departure of Paul DiLeo (Fozzy), and Rich Ward (Stuck Mojo/Fozzy).

The band told fans the news via their Facebook: Hey Guys, by now we're sure you're hearing the news that Rich and Paul are no longer part of Adrenaline Mob. The core of this band has always been the three of us. The album was written and recorded that way.

We later added Rich and Paul as part of the original touring lineup and we had a blast touring with them. However, they both had other projects and priorities and could not give a full-time commitment to Adrenaline Mob. more on this story

The Ataris Winter Tour

The Ataris are hitting the road this month for their first full band tour since October of 2010.

The trek kicks off on January 25th in El Paso and will include a run of dates with The Queers and Far From Finished next month. The band will wrap things up on March 16th in their adopted hometown of Phoenix, Az.

Kristopher tells us that after the trek they will finish up vocals for their new album "The Graveyard of the Atlantic" which will be out on the Gainesville, FL label Paper + Plastick later in 2012. more on this story

Dark New Day Return With New Album

Dark New Day have set a February 28th release date for their sophomore album, New Tradition.

Dark New Day features Clint Lowery (guitarist from Sevendust), Will Hunt (drummer from Evanescence), Troy McLawhorn (guitarist from Evanescence), Brett Hestla (lead singer/guitarist from Virgos Merlot) and Corey Lowery (bassist from Stereomud and Eye Empire).

The album's first single and title track is currently at radio. New Tradition is the follow-up to 2005's debut album, Twelve Year Silence, which was released on Warner Bros. Records. more on this story

Wormrot Arrested in Malaysia

(EAR) Wormrot have detailed their arrest in the city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on New Year's Eve, following a performance at the Rumah Api venue with Asilent.

The bands had returned to their hotel after the show to get some rest, when their room was raided by the local state's religious department, and the group was arrested and taken to the local police station.

Wormrot have released the following statement: "New Year's Eve show in Kuala Lumpur was AWESOME!!! Thought we could rest after the show before heading back to Singapore the next day... SO WRONG. We were detained in two police stations for two hours since 3am by the JAIS - Jabatan Agama Islam Selangor (Selangor Islamic Religious Department) after they raided the hotel we were staying at, because of the Islamic law stating that unmarried Muslim men and women are not allowed to be in one room. There were seven of us (four boys and three girls) in that room getting ready to chill downstairs at the lobby... They tried to fine us 3000RM ($950 USD) each as well if our organizer didn't call his lawyer, bail us out and the fact that we are foreigners. All I can say is, Awesome show, great food, and being detained in the police station... Damn! What a way to start 2012!" more on this story

Chickenfoot Cross The Pond

(Gibson) Hot on the heels of the release of their III album, Chickenfoot will play two concerts in the U.K. this week.

The English shows are part of a short five-date European tour. Chickenfoot play Manchester Academy on Thursday, January 12and London's O2 Academy Brixton on Saturday, January 14.

Chickenfoot will perform songs from III for the first time outside of America. Chickenfoot's Joe Satriani and ex-Van Halen boys, Michael Anthony and Sammy Hagar, will be joined by Kenny Aronoff on drums, temporarily replacing Chickenfoot's original drummer Chad Smith, who will join the band for the other European dates. more on this story

Abbey Road Opening Their Doors for 80th Anniversary

(Gibson) Abbey Road Studios, recording home of The Beatles, will celebrate its 80th Anniversary by opening its doors to the public.

According to U.K. music trade magazineMusic Week, the famed studio has sold tickets for presentations by Brian Kehew and Kevin Ryan, authors of the book Recording the Beatles, in Abbey Road's Studio Two on March 10.

Because the special event sold out fast, two more sessions have been announced for March 11. more on this story

Exhumed, Rotten Sound and Magrudergrind Tour

Exhumed will follow up their tour of Brazil with Aborted by heading across the pond for the Grind Over Europe Tour 2012.

The tour will also feature Rotten Sound and Magrudergrind and is set to kick off on February 24 in Barcelona, Spain, Exhumed will be touring in support of All Guts, No Glory.

Exhumed Matt Harvey's had this to say "We're fully chuffed to have an opportunity to Grind Over Europe with a couple of our favorite bands: Rotten Sound and Magrudergrind! If you don't like blastbeats, manic energy, beer, stage-diving, rhino charges, swinging thumbjumps or Scott Carlson bass grinds, do yourself a favor and stay the f**k home! This tour, in addition to being a screaming whirlwind holocaust, will single handedly bring the phrase 'play fast or die!' back en vogue. We're psyched to get to hit a few countries for the first time on this tour, as well as dust off some old and particularly short, fast, and loud numbers for the set. Our very first tour in '97 was the Grind Over Europe II tour with Hemdale and Nyctophobic, so whoever said 'you can't go home again' is obviously full of sh*t! Bring your studded vests, dreadlocks, Agathocles split EPs, and worn out old Napalm Death shirts on down to the show and let's tear some sh*t apart! Cheers!" more on this story

Steven Tyler Addresses Wedding Plans

(hennemusic) Steven Tyler spent his Christmas holidays relaxing in Hawaii, popping out to jam with Alice Cooper on New Year's Eve.

The Aerosmith singer also got engaged to longtime girlfriend Erin Brady, who was sporting a new diamond ring in photos taken in Maui on Christmas Day.

The American Idol judge and his fiancée returned to L.A. on Friday, where TMZ caught up with the pair as they were leaving the airport. Tyler was asked when the big day was – check out the video for his answer... here.

Sebastian Bach Teaming Up With Steve Stevens

(hennemusic) Sebastian Bach will team up with Billy Idol guitarist Steve Stevens for a series of three shows in New York.

The January 27, 28 and 29 gigs at The Iridium and will see Bach and Stevens "doing two sets a night," including "some special unexpected songs," according to Sebastian, adding, "I have always wanted to play with Steve, so I am really looking forward to it."

Bach also has some fun with Fuse TV, taking fans to "Scream School" to demonstrate the variety of screams in his arsenal. Check that out here.

Cerebral Bore, Goatwhore, Hate Eternal Tour

(Ear) Cerebral Bore will head out on the road next month for a North American tour with Goatwhore, Hate Eternal, and Fallujah.

The tour will be kicking off on February 19th in Houston, Texas. The tour will also include the Cerebral Bore's first ever performances in Canada.

Cerebral Bore guitarist Paul McGuire comments: "I'm chuffed to be going back to the states so soon! Last summer was great, but to go back on tour with the likes of Hate Eternal is a big milestone for us as a band. I booked our previous US tours on my own, and they were a success, but to go on a US tour that I had no part in booking is a new experience for me. more on this story

Woods of Ypres Comment on David Gold's Death

Earache sent over this sad news: Woods of Ypres frontman David Gold was tragically killed in a road traffic accident on 21st December, outside Barrie, in his home country of Canada.

In accordance with the wishes of David's family and band mates, the recently completed album "Woods V: Grey Skies & Electric Light" will be released, as planned in February.

The Gold family issued a statement for David's friends and fans as follows: "The Gold family is incredibly saddened in the wake of David's sudden passing. We want to thank everyone for the ongoing outpour of support, as it is greatly appreciated. Although he was only 31 years old, David lived more than most would be able to in an entire lifetime. He was well educated, well travelled, incredibly talented, passionate, compassionate, and loved dearly by thousands of friends, family, and fans all over the world. David's legacy will not only live on, but continue to grow. We ask you to keep David's spirit alive by continuing to listen to his music, and let him inspire your life." more on this story

Truth Corroded To Tour With Krisiun, Malevolent Creation and Vital Remains

(Sub) Truth Corroded will hit the road later this month for their first ever tour of Europe. The band will be main support on 'The Sounds Of Extreme Tour 2012' featuring Krisiun (Brazil) Malevolent Creation (U.S) and Vital Remains (U.S).

The Sounds Of Extreme Tour will be traveling across Europe and the U.K from January 27 to February 18.

Truth Corroded will be promoting their latest album 'Worship The Bled' which features Kevin Talley (Daath, Six Feet Under, Misery Index, Chimaira) on drums and was mixed and mastered by Jonas Kjellgren (Scar Symmetry). more on this story