Queensryche Singer Vs Queensryche Singer

Of Tate's title he says: "A monkey can decipher what that is. It's below the belt. To me, it's not what Queensryche was about. Queensryche wasn't about the cheap shots – it was always more respectful and intelligent of that." See the cover art and read more here.

The Eagles Expand Summer Tour

The Eagles have added a new 8-date September leg to their upcoming North American History of the Eagles summer tour.

The new dates will kick off on September 6th in Vancouver and include five Canadian stops as well as three stops in the U.S. Midwest.

The new leg follows the band's previously announced early summer leg which will kick off on July 6th in Louisville, KY.

The band will be hitting the road in support of their acclaimed documentary "History of the Eagles." more on this story

Black Sabbath Debut New Song

(hennemusic) Black Sabbath debuted a brand new song, "Methademic," on Monday at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia and video of the performance has gone online.

The track is one of three bonus tunes featured on the deluxe edition of the band's forthcoming new album, "13," due June 11.

Black Sabbath recently kicked off their 2013 world tour in Auckland, New Zealand. Multiple angles of the performance of the new song can be seen here.

Metallica To Rock The Giants and Dodgers Game This Week

Metallica are usually the headlining act but this Friday the metal legends will be the opening act at the San Francisco Giants game again the Dodgers.

The Giants have declared that this Friday, May 3rd, will be Metallica night at their home stadium of AT&T Park. The band had this to say about the event, "We're psyched to be teaming up with the World Series champs for the first ever Metallica Night...!

"When the Giants take on their arch-rivals the Los Angeles Dodgers, we'll be on hand that night to kick off the game with the National Anthem and first pitch, joining the orange and black fanatics with Metallica vibes and shenanigans throughout the evening to cheer on the team for the first home Dodger game of the season."

Another Member of Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain's Family Arrested

Another member of Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain's family has been arrested. Earlier this year it was his wife and now his 20-year-old son is facing charges.

Justin McBrain was arrested early Friday morning and taken to the Palm Beach County Jail in Florida on burglary and second degree petty theft charges.

Local news outlet Boca News Now reports that a sheriff's office spokesperson told them that deputies were called out after McBrain allegedly forced his way into a West Boca, Florida home.

They report that "The female homeowner reported that McBrain knocked repeatedly and then pushed his way in when the door was opened. McBrain allegedly rifled through the woman's purse, taking a half-eaten chocolate bunny, half of an orange — which he consumed in the home — a belly ring, cosmetics, and a freezer pack."

Justin's arrest follows the February arrest of the Iron Maiden drummer's wife Rebecca. She has pleaded not guilty of a battery charge stemming from an alleged failed attempt to stab a man with a decorative lance and assault with fire logs. The altercation reportedly took place on her property. More details about her arrest here.

Alter Bridge Begin Recording New Album

Alter Bridge have revealed that they have begun recoding their brand new studio album, which follows their late 2010 release "ABIII."

The band broke the news via their official website with the following message, "We are pleased to announce that recording has begun on our 4th studio album.

"First up to record is Scott 'Flip' Phillips on the drums. Stay tuned and we'll update you on the progress as time allows."

Guitarist Mark Tremonti recently discussed the musical direction of the new material in an interview with Loudwire.

He told the site, "All of them are kind of real high-energy, just real fun rock/metal. We want to not be predictable. We want to make it a little surprising and we're having fun with it."

Muse To Headline Austin City Limits

Muse revealed in a radio interview that they have been tapped as a headliner for this year's Austin City Limits. The official lineup announcement isn't expected until next week.

The band broke the news while they were doing a Q&A session with the radio station CHOM 97.7 in Montreal.

They were discussing their tour plans when Matt Bellamy revealed that their fall tour leg will "finish up on the Austin City Limits festival."

The annual music festival is set to take place this year on October 4-6 and 11-13 at Austin's Zilker Park.

Rod Stewart's Rare Club Concert Now Streaming Online

Vevo have posted a stream of Rod Stewart's rare intimate concert that took place last Thursday at the Troubadour in Los Angeles.

The music legend held the free concert to celebrate the upcoming release of his new album, "Time," which is set to hit stores on May 7th.

During the show Stewart performed 6 new songs from 'Time' and four of his classics in front 300 fans. You can watch the concert here.

Fans will also be able to catch Stewart on TV to promote the new album. He is set to appear on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" on May 6th, "The Voice" on May 8th, "Good Morning America" on May 9th, and "Live With Kelly & Michael" and "Katie" on May 11th.

He will also be appearing on The Howard Stern show on May 13th. Setlist from the show

Def Leppard's Joe Elliott Doing Online Q&A

(hennemusic) Def Leppard singer Joe Elliott will take part in his very first official Twitter fan Q&A this Thursday May 2 at 5pm (EST).

Joe will be available to answer fan questions about Def Leppard, the band's recent Las Vegas residency called VIVA! Hysteria, Ded Flatbird, side project Down 'n' Outz, or anything else.

Visit @Def_Leppard on Twitter on Thursday – add the hashtag #AskJoe to your question post. In other Leppard news, the band is sponsoring a mini rugby team in Cardiff, Wales. Read about that here.

Bon Fest To Include Rare AC/DC Items

(hennemusic) Rare AC/DC items are set to go on display in Bon Scott's former home town of Kirriemuir, Scotland in time for Bon Fest 2013.

Set for May 4th and 5th, the annual event celebrates the life and music of the late AC/DC frontman, who died in 1980 at the age of 33.

"In addition to the permanent Bon Scott display, the museum has decided to use one additional case for Bon Fest this year," collector Neil McDonald told The Courier.

"Consequently I have provided them with several more rare items of memorabilia — some of which I have never displayed before. These include an extremely rare reel-to-reel tape from 1979 of tracks from the then forthcoming album 'Highway To Hell,' which was produced at Basing Street Studios in London." more on this story

Yes Discussing Making A New Album With New Singer

(Gibson) Progressive legends Yes are considering recording a new album in 2014 with new vocalist Jon Davison, according to keyboard player Geoff Downes.

Downes tells Bravewords.com's Martin Popoff that there has been talk of tackling another album after the band's current run of touring is through.

"You know, we've discussed it, and certainly I think Jon would be a very useful contributor to that," Downes says. "And it would be nice to do an album with him. Because we did an album with Benoit [former vocalist Benoît David, who recorded Fly From Here with the band in 2011], but we would also like to do an album with Jon."

Davison joined Yes in February 2012 after Benoît David suffered respiratory failure. Davison, formerly of Seattle band Sky Cries Mary, was recommended to Yes bassist Chris Squire by Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins. more on this story

Sound and Fury Festival Canceled

The organizers of the Sound and Fury Festival in Santa Barbara, California has broken the bad news to fans that they have been forced to cancel this year's festival.

The festival was scheduled to take place July 26, 27, and 28 at the Earl Warren Showgrounds. The organizers issued the following explanation the cancelation:

"It's over. We are sorry to bring you this unfortunate news but the 2013 edition of the Sound and Fury Festival is cancelled. We apologize to everyone from the bottom of our hearts for having to do this, but it was unavoidable.

"In order to quell speculation, you will hear the absolute truth from us. Due to unforeseen circumstances and the massive financial risk it takes to run a festival, we have to cancel this year.

"We are just two people, running a festival that brings in over 60 bands and 1,800 kids to Santa Barbara every year. The amount of logistics and headaches this encompasses one can only imagine, needless to say from March to July our lives don't feel our own.

"This year, we put together what we thought was an amazing lineup with amazing sponsors that all spread the word of the festival far and wide. We as organizers have to weigh the pros and cons of doing a festival and not losing tens of thousands of dollars in the process.

"Plain and simple, we couldn't take that risk this year.

"To all of the bands, sponsors, friends, co-workers and attendees, we are very sorry.

"Tickets will be fully refunded at the point of purchase (No Sleep Records) and should be completed by weeks end. If you bought a ticket, you will get your refund but be patient as we are sorting out the best way to get that to you."

Bob Seger Celebrates Stranger in Town 35th Anniversary In The Studio

This week's edition of In The Studio celebrates the 35th anniversary of Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band's 1978 album "Stranger in Town."

Seger joins the show's host Redbeard to look back at the hit release. They sent over these details and quotes: For Seger Stranger In Town was his first effort following the 1976 breakthrough Night Moves.

Stranger was an album Seger blazed through, producing hits like "Hollywood Nights", "Feel Like a Number", "Still the Same" and "We've Got Tonite", a song Bob says was inspired by a popular 1970s film.

"I saw the movie The Sting with Robert Redford and Paul Newman, and I remember that scene where Robert Redford goes to the lady who ran that cafe, at four in the morning and he's trying to get away from the bad guys. And he says, 'It's four in the morning and I don't know anybody.' And she lets him in. And that's where the idea for 'We Got Tonite, forget about tomorrow', came from." Stream the episode here.

KROQ Reveal Winnie Roast Lineup

(Radio.com) Since 1993, Los Angeles alt rock radio station KROQ has produced a summer charity concert at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Irvine, Calif.

Slated for May 18th, this year's KROQ Weenie Roast 2013 will feature The Black Keys, Thirty Seconds To Mars, Vampire Weekend, Of Monsters And Men, Jimmy Eat World, Silversun Pickups, Imagine Dragons, Awolnation, Atlas Genius, Fitz and the Trantrums, The Neighbourhood, C2C, Capital Cities, New Politics and Twenty One Pilots

The single-day festival incorporates multiple stages, the largest of which boasts a train station-like turntable to rotate bands on and off, reducing time between acts to under a minute. more on this story

Vampire Weekend Perform New Songs Live

(Radio.com) Vampire Weekend's Amex Unstaged concert on Sunday night (April 28) was a mix of old favorites and new songs from the indie-rockers' upcoming third album, Modern Vampires Of The City.

Most fans online (the Steve Buscemi-directed show streamed via Vevo and YouTube) and as well as those physically inhabiting New York's Roseland Ballroom heard the new songs for the very first time.

It is a rarity in this day and age that fans had not heard the album, considering its May 14th release date is a mere two weeks away. Even the band joked about the fact that the album hasn't actually leaked yet.

"We're excited for you to hear it," frontman Ezra Koenig said. "And surprised you haven't yet."

The record's first single, "Diane Young," shows off Koenig's best Elvis impression and live, becomes even more of sock-hop favorite. Its B-side "Step," is a gentle ode to a dude who just won't stop hitting on another guy's girl, while brand new song "Obvious Bicycle" is a percussion-driven mid-tempo jam that shows off Koenig and Rostam Batmanglij's harmonies together. Watch here and read more.

Cheap Trick's Budokan Anniversary Concert Streaming Online

(hennemusic) Cheap Trick celebrated the 35th anniversary of their legendary show in Budokan, Japan on Sunday in New York.

The band played the exact April 28th, 1978 Budokan set at the John Varvatos Bowery boutique in New York City, the former home of seminal underground music club CBGB's.

The event was streamed live online and an archive of the show can be viewed online; the feed will only be available for a 48-hour period.

Cheap Trick will do it all again on Tuesday when they will perform the exact April 30th, 1978 Budokan set at the El Rey in Los Angeles, CA. This show will air live nationally on AXS TV. Check out the stream here.

The Sword Release 'Cloak Of Feathers' Video

(Classic Rock) The Sword have released a new music video for the song Cloak Of Feathers, which is taken from fourth album Apocryphon.

Last year guitarist Kyle Shutt explained: "The album is a reflection of everything we've been through and the lessons we learned. We deal with the situations metaphorically in our lyrics."

But he added: "The record is just ten banging hard-rockers. There's no stick-out thrash song, or, like, 'This one is the ballad.' It's just kick-ass rock songs."

In keeping with their retro approach, The Sword released Apocryphon as a limited-edition cassette tape. Check out the new video here.

Doogie White and La Paz Release Don't Drink With The Devil

(Classic Rock) Doogie White and La Paz have released new track Don't Drink With The Devil. It's taken from the band's latest album, The Dark And The Light, due out on May 27 via Metal Mind Productions.

Former Rainbow and Yngwie Malmsteen singer White formed La Paz in Scotland in 1984. A few years ago he reactivated the band with guitarist Chic McSherry, bassist Alex Carmichael, keyboardist Andy Mason and drummer Paul McManus. They released Granite, their first recordings since splitting in 1988, last year.

"I never thought La Paz would never record another album," says White. "I knew we had at least another one in us. It's a natural thing we have. Chic's songs for this album have traditional La Paz influences, but we're older and more travelled, and his ideas outwit the great traditions. It was challenging for us both to write it, but we knew what we needed." Watch the video and read more here.

Tracer Release El Pistolero Video

(Classic Rock) Tracer, the winner of the Best New Band award at the 2012 Classic Rock Roll Of Honour, have released a video for the title track of their upcoming new album, "El Pistolero".

In an age where "guitar rock" has come to mean anodyne 80s-flavoured indie fare (with the fashion sense to match), this Australian three-piece favour dirt over beauty, distortion over subtlety and tinnitus over timidness.

A classic power trio in every sense of the term, theirs is a sound that merges the desert rumble of Kyuss with the epic scope of Zeppelin, topped off with a hint of grunge's malevolence. Watch the video here.

Beady Eye Take 'Second Bite Of The Apple' With New Single

(hennemusic) Oasis offshoot Beady Eye have released "Second Bite Of The Apple" as the first single from their forthcoming album, "BE."

Due June 10, "BE" is the band's sophomore album, following 2011's "Different Gear, Still Speeding."

The group recorded the new project with producer and TV On The Radio member Dave Sitek. Check out the new song here.