Man Murdered Over Karaoke

"The real fight broke out outside of that pub," Lieutenant Colonel Attapong Seanjaiwuth of Krabi tourist police said, according to Channel NewsAsia. "He was stabbed twice and died while on the way to local hospital." more on this story

Metallica Release Secret Show Download

(hennemusic) Metallica's LiveMetallica.com site has released a download of their recent secret show in San Diego, which following the band's appearance at Comic-Con last month.

The band's July 19 concert at the Spreckles Theatre kicked off with the classic, "Creeping Death", and ran through a dozen songs from their extensive catalogue.

Earlier in the evening, the members of Metallica were at Comic-Con to preview and discuss their forthcoming 3D film, "Through The Never". more on this story

Alice In Chains Uproar Festival Offering $10 Ticket Promotion

Fans can score tickets to the upcoming Uproar Festival lead by Alice In Chains and Jane's Addiction for just $20 for seats and $10 for lawn (plus fees) at most of the tour stops and fans may have had trouble being able to take advantage of the special deal. But if not successful at first, we learned that checking back a few hours later may pay off.

Organizers launched the promotion Thursday night and are offering the discounted tickets via Livenation.com and the tour's official site. The promotion is only running until Sunday and tickets for most of the venues that are taking part in the promotion were not available online when we checked late Thursday night. However, when we checked back for several of the venues a few hours later the tickets were available.

We originally went to the tour's website here and then clicked on the "tickets" link for each stop on the tour that is taking part in this special promotion.

Most of the links lead fans to the Live Nation website to buy the tickets. However, most of the venues that are supposed to be part of this special promotion originally came up with notices that said "Tickets Not Available Online."

The announcement listed 18 venues taking part in this promotion (one of which did not have a lawn section, so it does not have that promotion) but on Thursday night we were only able to find the special discounted tickets for three of the shows.

For those three venues we clicked on the link and it brought up Live Nation's interactive map (which timed out for 2 of the 3). When you get to that screen, there is a little tab above the map labeled "Interactive Seat Map" with a red menu arrow. Click the arrow and select "Choose Seats For Me" and you should find the promotional tickets listed in the selections offered.

Right before this article was published we rechecked five of the Live Nation links that previously said that tickets were not available online and found the promotion tickets were now available. It could be that Live Nation was retooling their site for the promotion. So if you attempted to buy tickets on Thursday night soon after the promotion was launched and were not able to, you should try again and see if you have better luck as we did when we tried again. more on this story

Collective Soul Frontman Ed Roland Going Solo

Collective Soul frontman Ed Roland is going solo with an album and a tour. Sweet Tea Project, Roland's new solo group, will be releasing their debut album next month.

429 Records have announced that they will be releasing Sweet Tea Project's full length album, "Devils 'n Darlins," in North America on September 3rd, 2013.

Roland had this to say about the project, "The Sweet Tea Project started as a bunch of friends coming over after gigs and listening to new songs I had written, but not with Collective Soul in mind," he said.

"Everybody sat around my studio with different instruments --banjo, mandolin, steel guitar, and ukulele – and just had a lot of fun. The main focus will always be writing the best songs I can write or co-write with my band mates."

In addition to the album release, Sweet Tree Project have announced several North American tour dates which will be kicking off on September 8th in San Francisco.

The tour includes stops in Hollywood, Pensacola, Atlanta, New York City, Salisbury, Portland ME, Trenton, Rochester, and concludes in Panama City Beach FL on October 19th.

The group has also announced that they will be taking part in The Rockboat Cruise, which will be sailing from February 22nd until the 26th. It will be launching from Miami, FL and sailing to Great Stirrup Cay. more on this story

Rush Releasing Box Set and Vapor Trails Remix

(hennemusic) Rush will release two major reissues this fall, including a 7-disc boxed set, "The Studio Albums 1989-2007", and a remixed version of 2002's "Vapor Trails".

Due October 1, the boxed set will include Rush's full album catalog from Atlantic Records from their 1989 album "Presto" through their and 2007 album "Snakes & Arrows."

The boxed set will include a remixed version of "Vapor Trails". "Vapor Trails was an album made under difficult and emotional circumstances — sort of like Rush learning how to be Rush again — and as a result, mistakes were made that we have longed to correct," said Geddy Lee.

"David Bottrill's remixes have finally brought some justice and clarity to this deserving body of our work. Every song has been given a new life, from the fire of 'One Little Victory", 'Secret Touch', and 'Ceiling Unlimited' to the melodic musicality of 'Sweet Miracle' and 'How It Is'... these songs have been redeemed. Thank you David!" more on this story

Portnoy Would Return To Dream Theater 'In A Heartbeat'

(TeamRock Radio) Former Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy admits that he would return to the band the moment he was asked but he doesn't believe he will be.

He shocked fans by making a surprise departure in 2010 after attempting to persuade his bandmates to take a break from the rigours of recording and touring.

By the time he'd reconsidered and asked to return, they'd hired new sticksman Mike Mangini, and they're poised to release their second album with him.

Portnoy says: "I would do it in a heartbeat. They are the ones who have closed the door on it.

"I only needed a break and I've had that break, so I'm ready, willing and able." More.

Ghost May Unmask Soon

(TeamRock Radio) Mysterious metallers Ghost could be unmasked in the near future, says one of the band's Nameless Ghouls. He says they have big plans for the future, and, like Kiss, Slipknot and other masked outfits, it will eventually be impossible to keep their identities secret.

The Nameless Ghoul explains: "I think we've been able to sustain our thing so far because there hasn't been that kind of level of interest in the band.

"That will change. It's something of a paradox. To go further as a band doesn't run parallel with being anonymous." Find out what one of the motivations may be here.

Trivium Announce David Draiman Produced Album

Trivium have announced that they will be releasing their new studio album, "Vengeance Falls", on October 15th and are offering a free download of one of the tracks.

The band recruited Disturbed and Device frontman David Draiman to produce the album. Draiman had this to say, "'Vengeance Falls' is a masterpiece of metal. It is their finest work to date, and a record so strong that it will blow the doors open to a world they deserve to dominate."

Trivium's Matt Heafy offered these comments, "'Vengeance Falls' is the culmination of everything we've gone through; the representation of struggle endured from within and experienced from the world. Every failure and every success has led us to this moment. Vengeance Falls is this moment in time..." said.

The band is currently offering fans a free MP3 download of the album's opening track "Brave This Storm" here.

With a new album, comes a new tour and Trivium will be launching a North American co-headlining tour with DevilDriver on September 12th in Boise, Idaho. more on this story

UFO Announce Initial North American Tour Dates

Rock veterans UFO will be celebrating Rocktober in North America. The band announced a series of North American tour dates that will be taking place this fall.

The band has announced the initial dates for the trek, which at this point is set to launch on October 10th in Poughkeepsie, New York at The Chance and will conclude on October 22nd in Dallas, Texas at the House of Blues.

So far the band has also announced stops in Toronto, Fall River MA, New York City, Sellersville PA, Akron OH, and St. Charles, IL, but they expect to announce additional dates soon.

UFO will be launching the tour in support of their latest studio album, "Seven Deadly," which was released in February of 2012. more on this story

Classic KISS TV Performance Goes Online To Promote New DVD

(hennemusic) A video has been posted online featuring the 1981 performance of "I" from the "Music From The Elder" album by KISS which is just one of the many highlights of "The Best Of Fridays", a new 5-DVD set featuring the 1980s ABC late-night cult TV series.

Due August 6, the package includes 16 episodes that showcase the sketch comedy that helped launch the careers of Larry David (Curb Your Enthusiasm), Michael Richards (Seinfeld), Melanie Chartoff (Parker Lewis Can't Lose) and others.

The set includes live songs from The Clash, The Cars, Tom Petty, Devo and many other acts, available for the first-time on DVD. Check out the KISS video here.

Tommy Bolin Rarities Collection Details

Purple Pyramid Records have a special treat coming this month for fans of Tommy Bolin. They will be releasing a new collection of rare and unreleased recordings from the famed guitarist of Deep Purple, James Gang and the Billy Cobham band on August 13th.

Glass Onyon sent over these details: 'Whirlwind', produced by Greg Hampton and Johnnie Bolin, features rare material from Bolin's jazz-rock band Energy, an epic 26-minute version of "Marching Powder" (here called "Marching Bag") from his first solo album 'Teaser', as well as songs Tommy was preparing for his third solo album before his untimely death in 1976.

Tommy Bolin 'Whirlwind' will be released in both a beautiful 8-panel, 2-CD digipak and a 2-LP gatefold vinyl set. For the ultimate collector, Purple Pyramid Records will be releasing a special limited (1000 only) deluxe box edition of this exciting collection, which includes the 2-CD digipak plus 4 color postcards, a Tommy Bolin signature guitar pick, collectable patch and pin!

Says producer Greg Hampton, "Tommy's music was way ahead of its time. He's one of the truly greatest guitarists to ever live, and he left an incredible legacy that will continue to influence and inspire musicians forever. The tracks on 'Whirlwind' are remarkable because they give you a glimpse into the amazing diversity Tommy was capable of."

Check out the promotional video featuring rare footage of Tommy Bolin tearing up the stage here

Pearl Jam Wanted Dead Kennedys Sound On New Song

(Classic Rock) Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready says he wanted lead track "Mind Your Manners" from upcoming album "Lightning Bolt" to feel as much like the Dead Kennedys as possible.

Since his background is more heavy metal than punk, he relied on bassist Jeff Ament's input to achieve what he was aiming for in the song. McCready explains:

"It's my attempt at trying to make a really hard-edge type Dead Kennedys sounding song. In terms of town I was thinking East Bay Ray and California Uber Alles. I wanted that kind of aggression.

"I came up with the lyrics 'Mind your manners' and Jeff brought in a lot of his real punk-rock ideas. The school he comes from is that, and I wanted to dive into that side." Check out the video clip with McCready here.

Manowar Recruit Brian Blessed

(TeamRock Radio) Big-voiced actor Brian Blessed will appear on Manowar's upcoming reworking of classic album "Kings Of Metal" to celebrate the album's 25th anniversary.

Blessed broke the big news via Twitter by tweeting: "I had a fantastic time in the studio yesterday re-recording The Warriors Prayer. Death to false metal!"

Bassist Joey DeMaio recently said: "The new rendition will honour the original as its inspiration, but with additional energy, fully utilising the power of today's technology and 25 years of experience.

"It will contain new arrangements and changes that incorporate live performance elements added over the years. The album will feature additional bonus material and many other surprises." more on this story

Stephen Stills, Kenny Wayne Shepherd's The Rides Releasing New Album

(The Blues Stephen Stills, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Barry Goldberg have formed a blues-rock band called The Rides and will release debut album Can't Get Enough on August 26.

It's described as a homage to Al Kooper's classic 1968 album Super Session, which featured guitarist Stills and keyboardist Goldberg – although the pair didn't meet at the time.

In fact, they only came face-to-face after their mutual manager suggested it. Goldberg explains: "it was like finding a long-lost brother. We connected on so many things, started jamming, and soon we'd begun writing our first song." more on this story

Kip Winger Announces Acoustic Tour

(Classic Rock) Kip Winger will return to Europe to perform an acoustic tour in September. Hailed as "one of the most gifted composers and arrangers in the rock genre" by Classic Rock, he'll deliver a set of classics in Ballymena and London, followed by a number of shows in Denmark.

This month his band Winger will celebrate their 25th anniversary by taking a break from work onthe follow-up to 2009′s Karma to perform two reunion concerts. Both will feature original keyboardist Paul Taylor, who'll perform alongside current members Reb Beach, Rod Morgenstein and John Roth.

They'll play 1988 self-titled debut album in full at the San Felipe Casino in Algodones, New Mexico on August 30 and at the Santa Fe Station Casino, Las Vegas, on August 31. The shows will be recorded for a future live release. more on this story

Bring Me The Horizon Release Hellish Video

(TeamRock Radio) Bring Me The Horizon have released a video for their track Go To Hell For Heaven's Sake. It's taken from fourth album Sempiternal, released in April, which was the subject of some controversy after the earlier departure of guitarist Jona Weinhofen.

Frontman Oli Sykes tweeted ahead of the release: "I would like to advise our fans not to believe the comments or answers given by Jona Weinhofen regarding our album Sempiternal.

"He composed none of the final riffs or music heard on the record, and recorded absolutely nothing heard on the record also. He had no involvement with the lyrics, nor were any lyric meanings ever disclosed to him." Check out the video here.

Dawes Announce North American Fall Tour

Dawes have announced a North American headline tour for this fall that will feature various support acts at different stops including Jason Isbell, Caitlin Rose, Hayes Carll, Johnathan Rice and The Wild Feathers.

The tour is set to kick off on September 19 in Kent, OH at Kent State University and will conclude in late October with an appearance at the Life is Beautiful Festival in Las Vegas.

In addition to the headline dates, the tour will feature appearances at various music festivals including the Life Is Good Festival, Pygmalion Music Festival, Southern Ground Music & Food Festival, Austin City Limits Music Festival and more.

Dawes will be launching the tour in support of their latest album "Stories Don't End," which was recorded in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina with producer Jacquire King (Tom Waits, Kings of Leon, Norah Jones). more on this story

Former Marillion Frontman Fish Announces Tour In Support of New Album

(Prog) Former Marillion frontman Fish has announced a UK tour that will be taking place in May of next year in support of the release of his upcoming album "A Feast Of Consequences," his first new album in five years.

The singer, actor and author will appear on Vintage TV at the weekend to present a selection of his favourite classic tracks and explain what they mean to him. View a trailer below.

He'll also appear at HRH Prog 2 on March 20-23, 2014, at Hafan Y Mor Holiday Park in Pwllhelli, North Wales. Tickets for the festival, sponsored by Prog Magazine, are on sale now, while tickets for Fish's May 2014 tour will go on sale in due course. more on this story

Buddy Guy Has The Radio Blues

(Gibson) Buddy Guy has some advice for radio stations: give blues music its just due. As reported by Billboard, the 77-year-old guitar legend said, "I'm not saying play the blues every day like everything else. Just play the blues two or three times a week and I'll be happy with that."

Buddy Guy's latest release, the double-album set Rhythm & Blues, features guest appearances from veterans and younger artists, including Gary Clark Jr.

The blues great said artists such as Clark Jr. and 14-year-old six-string sensation Quinn Sullivan are giving the genre renewed vigor, much as British players did in the '60s.

"In the late `50s and `60s, people in America were ignoring guys like B.B. King and T-Bone Walker," explained Guy. "When the British guys started playing the blues, people thought it was something new, but that gave the blues a lift. I'm hoping that same thing will happen with the new youngsters." more on this story

Magenta Pay Homage To Rockers That Died at 27 With New Album

(Prog) Magenta will release new album The Twenty Seven Club on September 2, the Welsh outfit have confirmed – and composer Rob Reed promises it's a return to their prog roots.

"Only a few people have heard it thus far, but they've all agreed it's the best Magenta album to date," he reports. "It's been five years in the making and I've tried to take the best elements of all the previous albums to craft the best collection of songs I could. I think this has been achieved."

The Twenty Seven Club is named after the group of artists who died at that age, including Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison and Kurt Cobain. more on this story

Tony Turrell Leaves The Reasoning

(Prog) Welsh prog rockers The Reasoning have announced that keyboard player Tony Turrell has quit the band. He has been replaced by multi-intrumentalist Robert Gerrard who joins Matthew and Rachel Cohen, Jake Bradford-Sharpe and Keith Hawkins in the revised line-up.

The band announced state: "Earlier this summer, Tony approached us stating that for very personal reasons, he had found himself with no choice but to relinquish his position within the band. Whilst this was a shock and a disappointment to us, we fully understood his predicament, and supported his decision unconditionally, such that we came to accept his resignation."

The former Fish keyboard player himself says: "I'm sorry to announce that as of this summer, I am no longer a part of The Reasoning. This is totally my own choice, and down to where I am at the moment in terms of time, health and head space. The band have been incredibly supportive and whilst not wanting me to go, whole-heartedly respected my decision. My reasons are not the ones normally associated with someone leaving a band – fighting, dislike or the good old-fashioned "musical differences" (nudge, nudge, wink, wink) – and every member of the band has become a dear and close friend over the course of the last 3 years (or year in Keith's case). more on this story

Video Singled Out: Newsted

Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted's new band Newsted will be releasing their debut album "Heavy Metal Music" next week. To celebrate we have the premiere of his latest webisode where he discusses the album track "Nocturnus."

This latest webisode was filmed at The Chophouse and features clips of the band working on the new album and Jason discussing "Nocturnus". Check out the video below:

Newsted's new album, "Heavy Metal Music" will be released next Tuesday, August 6th. It follows the band's debut release, the "Metal EP," which was released earlier this year.

Check out more videos and webisodes from Jason and Newsted including the official "Soldierhead" video and more right here!