Fall Out Boy Reunite For New Album and Tour

"Obvious and safe doesn't seem that rock and roll to me," laughed Patrick Stump. Check out the new single here.

Randy Blythe's Manslaughter Trial Begins

Lamb Of God frontman Randy Blythe's manslaughter trial began on Monday (Feb. 4th) in the Czech Republic.

The singer has been charged for the death of a fan who died two weeks after being allegedly injured at the band's concert in Prague in 2010.

Prior to going to court, Blythe posted the following comments for fans via Instagram, "And so it begins. I am calm and prepared. Everyone, thanks for your good thoughts and prayers. Have a nice day, y'all!" He also posted a photo showing him in a suit and with his hair cut short.

Blythe addressed the court once the trail got underway and said, "I've kept my word. I said that I would come back to court today and I did. I do not shy away from responsibility. I'm not a person who runs away from problems. But I do not want to be punished for something I did not do."

See the photo and a Czech TV news report about the trial and more details about the first day here.

Wild Thing Singer Reg Presley Dies

(Classic Rock) Troggs frontman Reg Presley has died aged 71, a year after being diagnosed with lung cancer.

The 60s icon, best remembered for hit singles Wild Thing and Love Is All Around, lost his health battle after suffering a series of strokes.

Presley, real name Reginald Bell, announced his retirement in January 2012 after falling ill during a concert in Germany, leading to his diagnosis.

He said at the time: "I am receiving chemotherapy treatment and at the moment not feeling too bad. However, I've had to call time on the Troggs and retire. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for the cards and calls, and for your love, loyalty and support over the years. I shall miss you all." more on this story

Ex-Anthrax Guitarist Joins Volbeat As Band Sets Album Release Date

Volbeat have revealed two big piece of news: they have set a release date for their new album and they have recruited Rob Caggiano to join the band.

Caggiano recently announced his departure from Anthrax, ostensibly to focus on being a music producer. One of those production projects was Volbeat's new album.

That new album, Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies, is set to be released on April 9th. For the effort Caggiano teamed with long-time production partner Jacob Hansen, who produced and mixed the band's prior four albums.

Volbeat's Michael Poulsen had this to say, "The band is very proud and happy to announce that he will also be the new guitar player in Volbeat. The collaboration with Rob in the studio was so inspiring and in good spirit that we the decided to keep him. Basically we went into the studio as a three piece and came out as a whole band!"

Caggiano as explained how his joining the band came to pass, "Wow! I have to say I'm completely blown away by the turn of events over the last few weeks here in Denmark and at this point an update is definitely in order.

"To start with, I came to Denmark about a month ago to produce the new Volbeat record which in and of itself has been an incredibly exciting adventure from a producer's perspective thus far. However, I'm extremely happy to say my relationship with these guys will not end there as it turns out......it's just beginning!

"Michael had asked me on the phone before I got out here if I would play some guest solos on the new album in addition to my other duties and of course I was thrilled about that and agreed to do so. When I actually got to Denmark and started going through the material, this turned out to be so much more than that. read the rest here.

David Bowie Aladdin Sane 40th Anniversary Reissue Coming

(hennemusic) David Bowie will release a 40th anniversary edition of his groundbreaking "Aladdin Sane" album on April 15.

This 40th anniversary edition has been remastered by Ray Staff at London's AIR Studios. Ray cut the original LP during his time at Trident Studios.

Originally released April 13, 1973, "Aladdin Sane" was Bowie's sixth album, co-produced by the singer and Ken Scott.

It was created during an incredibly busy time for Bowie – 1972's "The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars" had made him a massive star in the UK and he was touring extensively in the US, where most of the album's songs were written whilst on the road. more on this story

Hinder Launching North American Tour

Hinder will be hitting the road later this month to launch a new North American tour.

The tour will be kicking off February 21in Council Bluffs, Iowa and will conclude on March 24th in Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Hinder will be touring in support of their latest studio album, Welcome to the Freakshow. more on this story

Alice In Chains and Soundgarden To Lead year's Carolina Rebellion

Alice In Chains and Soundgarden lead the lineup for this year's Carolina Rebellion as organizers have announce the full lineup.

The event will take place on May 4 & 5 at Rock City Campgrounds at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina.

Here is the lineup: Saturday, May 4 - Alice In Chains, Limp Bizkit, Deftones, Three Days Grace, Papa Roach, Bullet For My Valentine, Halestorm, Asking Alexandria, Sick Puppies, In This Moment, Device (with David Draiman), Young Guns, Otherwise, Aranda, Tracer and Monstro.

Sunday, May 5 - Soundgarden, Rise Against, Bush, 3 Doors Down, Volbeat, Hollywood Undead, All That Remains, Steel Panther, Pop Evil, Escape the Fate, Nonpoint, Thousand Foot Krutch, Red Line Chemistry, Heaven's Basement and American Fangs.

The Misfits Holding Meet and Greets For New Album Release

The Misfits will be holding two special meet and greet events this week to sign copies of their new live album.

The new live album, DEA.D. ALIVE!, was released today (February 5th) and the band will be holding the meet and greets in New York City tomorrow (Feb 6th) and another one in Fords, NJ on Saturday (Feb 9th).

The Misfits: Jerry Only, Dez Cadena & Eric "Chupacabra" Acre will also be appearing at the legendary comic book haven, Forbidden Planet NYC, on February 6th at 7pm for a meet & greet, as well as album signing, alongside John Cafiero of Osaka Popstar.

On Saturday, February 9th, The Misfits and Osaka Popstar will be heading to Fords, NJ for another signing at Vintage Vinyl, starting at 4pm.

The new live album is being sold on CD, as well as a limited edition 12" vinyl + mp3 card, with the first pressing on SOLID GOLD vinyl (limited to 1,500 pieces).

The album contains the band's All Hallows' Eve 2011 set from B.B. King's in Times Square in New York City, as well as some tracks from their encore show from Devil's Night at Starland Ballroom in the Misfits' hometown of Sayreville, New Jersey.

Fleetwood Mac To Play New Music On Upcoming Tour

(Classic Rock) Fleetwood Mac will be performing new music during their tour in the UK later this year.

The band have announced five dates in September and October, where they'll also celebrate the 35th anniversary of classic album Rumours.

Mick Fleetwood tells the BBC that three new songs have been completed, and the aim is to record a full album.

Work started six months ago when he and John McVie got together with Lindsey Buckingham and left a "calling card" for Stevie Nicks. more on this story

Machine Head Planning Next Album

(Gibson) Machine Head have started kicking around ideas for their next studio album according to singer/guitarist Robb Flynn.

Flynn has revealed on his blog that the band played their first jam session last week to kick around some ideas for the next album.

"Dave [McClain, drums], Phil [Demmel, guitar] and I practiced the other day and it was a really productive first jam session," Flynn wrote.

"McClain had about five rockin' riffs, Demmel brought in the skeleton of what feels like a great song and I had a few riffs that we rocked on, no full songs, but solid riffs. It felt good, good to be moving on from Locust. Super proud of that record, but it's time to move on, and we're ready to move on. Bring on the future with an open embrace." more on this story

John Fogerty Reveals New Duets Album Details

John Fogerty has set a May 28th release date for his new duets album, Wrote A Song For Everyone, and revealed details about the effort.

Fogerty produced the album where he is joined by various rock and country music stars as he revisits classic songs from his musical history.

The album features new versions of past songs where he is joined by Kid Rock, Foo Fighters, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert, Bob Seger, Brad Paisley, Alan Jackson, Zac Brown Band and more.

Fogerty told American Songwriter for their latest cover story, "I encouraged each of these artists to come up with their own vision of my song, rather than just redoing what I'd recorded in the past. I was hoping they'd have some different twist so it would be fresh, so I'd have to work, too. I wanted it to be something new."

One of the new versions of a classic Creedence Clearwater Revival song "Born On The Bayou" features Kid Rock and was used by the NFL Network cover of Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans. more on this story

Wishbone Ash Plan North American Spring Tour

Wishbone Ash have announced the initial dates for their upcoming North American headline tour.

The tour is set to kick off on February 28 in Londonderry, NH and the announced dates run until March 21st in Portland, OR.

The band will be launching this new tour leg in support of their late 2011 album release, "Elegant Stealth."

The legendary group toured North American last year to support the album and for this new leg will revisit some cites as well as visit new ones. more on this story

Dave Grohl Guest Hosting Chelsea Lately This Week

(hennemusic) Dave Grohl is stepping back in front of the camera to guest host all this week on E! television's "Chelsea Lately" program, while Chelsea Handler takes a vacation.

Grohl will interview Rick Springfield tonight (Feb. 4), Elton John on Wednesday and Tenacious D on Thursday; Tuesday's guest is to be announced.

Grohl just released his directorial film debut, Sound City, as well as directing a new video for Soundgarden. more on this story

Steve Lukather Talked His Way Onto Eric Clapton's Album

Steve Lukather recently spoke with Classic Rock Revisited about his new solo album, Transition. But he also told them the story of how he ended up playing on Eric Clapton's "Behind the Sun" and revealed that he is working with Lonn Friend on a new book.

Lukather told them, "There is a funny story about that. I talked my way onto that album. I knew the producer on that one and I really wanted to meet Eric because I was a lifelong fan. I was so f**king nervous when I met Eric—I have never been that nervous meeting any star in the world. I played for free on that album because I just wanted to meet him.

"We played 'Forever Man' and I froze up and I didn't know what to play and that never happens to me. I would play a little bit, but I didn't want to play too much.

"Anyway, when I showed up, Eric grabs me and starts feeling my fingers and he says, 'You don't' have any calluses.' I said, 'Eric, I just got out of the shower and ran over here.' He told me some really nice sh*t like how much he dug the solo in 'Rosanna.' I was like, 'Really? You liked that?' He was so nice to me. I played with him one other time, on stage at the Hollywood Bowl with Elton. I have a picture of that in my office.

"Being around people like that and watching the process of what these geniuses do…I mean all of these people that I've been in the room with.

"I'm writing my book. It's called The Book of Luke and it has all of these biblical references in it. I am writing it with my buddy Lon Friend who was the editor of Rip Magazine. Lon and I have known each other since I was fourteen. I didn't want to write stuff like, 'When I was seven I got my first guitar' because everyone would already be nodding out. It is almost written in the Slaughterhouse-Five style. It is humorous. I am not writing about the sex and drugs and stuff. I have a lot of great stories about working with all of these great people. It's all positive. I'm not throwing anybody under the bus. Why do that? I read a lot of biographies and I've found out what to do and what not to do." Read the full interview here.

John Sykes Working On New Album

(Classic Rock) Former Thin Lizzy guitarist John Sykes says he's working on a new record, due for release later this year.

He left Lizzy in 2009, after which a proposed project with drummer Mike Portnoy collapsed, with the ex-Dream Theater man saying Sykes wasn't interested in working.

But the guitarist's website reports: "John is currently working on a fifth studio album. The title is undisclosed but we are told this has had a lot of time taken on it and there are some fantastic guest musicians on board." More rock news.

Metallica Have Streaming Ambitions

(Classic Rock) Metallica manager Cliff Burnstein has defended the band's decision to stream their catalogue on Spotify, even though it caused an immediate drop in record sales.

Burnstein says: "There is a point at which we would make more money through subscription services.

"We calculate that point at approximately 20 million subscribers." Spotify currently has over five million paying subscribers. More rock news.

Rock Hall Not Important For Chicago's Robert Lamm

(Radio.com) With this year's Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction ceremony getting closer, the debate about who should or shouldn't get inducted intensifies among music fans. One consistent omission from the Hall – and this year's ballot – is Chicago. Their name doesn't come up as often as some harder-rocking bands (fans KISS have been notoriously loud with their complaints that the heavy rock legends are long overdue for induction).

But even some fans – and Rock and Roll Hall of Famers – from the hard rock side of music feel that Chicago should be in the Hall. In discussing this very topic with Radio.com, Slash said, "There's so many bands that should be in there, but aren't. Chicago was a major band in the '70s."

Indeed, with a career-spanning four decades and classics like "Beginnings," "Make Me Smile," "25 or 6 to 4," "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?" "Saturday In The Park" and "Only The Beginning," Chicago influenced any rock and roll band who used a horn section to augment their sound (notably, Chicago's horn players are all members of the band, not hired hands). And they adapted with the times, scoring hits through the '80s with monster singles like "Hard To Say I'm Sorry" and "Stay The Night."

They're still a huge touring band, hitting the road year after year. So, founding keyboardist Robert Lamm explained to Radio.com, that not being inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame doesn't exactly keep him up at night.

"Really, in the scheme of things, it's not a very important thing. It's just a bust of somebody in a museum… and either it's there or it's not there. The really important thing is that we're still making music, we're still as vital now as we ever were." He adds, "We're actually better than we used to be." Watch the interview

KISS Ice Blocks Reissued

(hennemusic) KISS have teamed up with Australian ice cream brand, Peters, to bring back the famous Peters KISS 'Thunderbolt' Ice Block.

This month, Peters will re-launch their widely popular 1980s KISS 'Thunderbolt' ice block to coincide with KISS's Monster Tour in Australia celebrating their 40th Anniversary.

"Getting a chance to revisit our first time here through this awesome Aussie project gives us a taste of KISSTERIA and all that made us a phenomenon back then," said Paul Stanley about the promotion

"I still have 12 original boxes of the ice blocks from the 1980s," adds Gene Simmons.

The Peters KISS 'Thunderbolt' ice block will be issued in three flavors – lemonade, raspberry and cola. More including promo video.

Alkaline Trio Release New Song

(Radio.com) Alkaline Trio have released new song "I Wanna Be a Warhol," the first single from their ninth studio album, which is yet to be titled.

The new song is a mysterious return, as there is virtually no information available about the new album, with the band promising to reveal the details today, February 5.

"It's cool with the Trio because we take simple ideas – Dan will bring his idea, Derek will bring his idea or I'll bring my idea and we'll rip it apart, then rebuild it into something that we all have an influence on," the band's frontman Matt Skiba told Punknews.org last year on his working relationship with bandmates Dan Andriano and Derek Grant.

"I'm in LA, Derek's in Minnesota and Danny's in Florida," Skiba added. "Luckily we have computers and we just send each other ideas and we start to get a rhythm for what kind of record it'll be" Read more and check out the new song.

Dave Grohl's Sound City Players Rock Hollywood

(Radio.com) "We started this project about a year and a half ago," said Dave Grohl, standing in front of a packed theater at Hollywood's famous Cineramadome. The VIP crowd had assembled for the L.A. premiere of documentary Sound City, Grohl's directorial debut and love letter to the revered San Fernando Valley, CA recording studio that time forgot.

"It was a place that changed my life," Grohl continued while introducing the film. "I walked into Sound City and I was like a kid, I was twenty-two. I had no idea that the next couple weeks would change my life forever," he added, referring to the time it took for Nirvana to record their seminal 1991 release, Nevermind, in Sound City's notoriously dumpy halls.

After the movie, the crowd of family, friends and musical icons (producer Butch Vig was spotted in line for popcorn) trekked two blocks east on Sunset Blvd to join thousands more at the sold-out Hollywood Palladium for a special all-star concert that Grohl warned would be "f***in' long."

With upwards of 40 songs, the all-star jam band would play for over three hours. Read the full report here.

Lynryd Skynyrd Reflect on Grammy Tribute

(Radio.com) The Grammys and rock and roll have always had an uneasy relationship. While some iconic rockers like Bruce Springsteen and U2 have shelves full of Grammys, many others have never won a single one. Proud members of the overlooked Grammy club include The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Kinks, Jimi Hendrix, ZZ Top and Lynryd Skynyrd.

But Music's Biggest Night has at least paid tribute to Skynryd and the genre they've come to symbolize, southern rock. At the 2005 Grammys, Skynryd led a supergroup medley that started with "Freebird" (featuring country singer Gretchen Wilson), "Fooled Around And Fell In Love" (with Elvin Bishop and Keith Urban), "Ramblin' Man" (with ex-Allman Brothers Band member Dickey Betts and Tim McGraw) and "Sweet Home Alabama."

The Skynyrd guys recently sat down with Radio.com and said that performing at the show as a thrill… not least because of who was sitting in the audience.

"Man, it was a great experience," guitarist Rickey Medlocke said. "Standing up there playing to all those people. We looked down and Jimmy Page was in the front row, him and John Paul Jones. It was like, 'Whoa!'"

Founding guitarist Gary Rossington said that crossing Les Paul guitars with Dickey Betts was a thrill, while singer Johnny Van Zant shouted out country singers McGraw and Wilson, adding, "You had P. Diddy down in front, people were standing up rockin out to 'Sweet Home Alabama,' it was really a cool night for us." Watch the interview here.

Michael Anthony Releases Signature Amp

(hennemusic) Chickenfoot bassist Michael Anthony unveiled his new signature Peavey bass amp at the recent NAMM show in Anaheim.

According to Peavey: "The dual-channeled VB-MA is styled with a red backlit panel that features Anthony's chili pepper logo.

"The VB-MA combines four 12AX7 and two 12AT7 preamp tubes with a matched octet of EL34 tubes that give players tons of characteristic pentode tube tone with uncharacteristically tight response for an all-tube amplifier.

"An innovative, and tour necessary world-compatible switch-mode power supply and advanced design provide stadium levels of explosive tonality." more on this story