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Steve Winwood Plots Deluxe ‘Arc of a Diver’ Release
Steve Winwood‘s classic 1980 record, ‘Arc of a Diver,’ is getting the deluxe reissue. The Second Disc reports that the updated version will come with a bonus disc that includes a number of extra goodies.
ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons Explains His Fascination With Vinyl Records
Music has undergone many format changes over the years, but rarely does on old form ever come back to prominence. That’s exactly what has happened in recent years, however, with a new generation of music lovers latching onto vinyl records and the warm sound they provide. For ZZ Top‘s Billy Gibbons, that fascination never left.
John Lennon’s Killer Mark David Chapman Will Face Parole Board This Week
It’s unfortunate, but the name of Mark David Chapman will continually be mentioned in the same breath of John Lennon, as the man who shot and killed the Beatles legend returns to the headlines every few years when his parole hearing comes up.
Beatles ‘Magical Mystery Tour Revisited’ to Screen in U.K. Theaters This October
The British Film Institute has announced that they’ll screen the Beatles classic ‘Magical Mystery Tour’ with a new behind-the-scenes BBC TV ‘Arena’ series feature titled ‘Magical Mystery Tour Revisited.’ The Examiner reports that the event comes Oct. 2, a week before the rumored release of a Blu-Ray and restored DVD surrounding the film.
Sammy Hagar Selling His 2007 Mustang Shelby GT500 Coupe
There’s no doubt that notorious lead foot Sammy Hagar loves his cars, but the “Red Rocker” is ready to part with one of his stellar hot rods for a price. The vocalist has posted online that he’s ready to let go of his 2007 Mustang Shelby GT500 Coupe, and is willing to throw in some extra goodies for good measure.
Bob Dylan ‘Strikes’ Again With Second ‘Tempest’ Song Snippet
Bob Dylan has found a home with Cinemax, and in particular the cable network’s original series ‘Strike Back.’ As the singer leads up to his ‘Tempest‘ album next month, he’s been using the show as a sounding board for some of his new tracks.
Ted Nugent Readies Third Annual ‘Kamp for Kids’ Event
The period for summer camp is just about over, but that’s okay for Ted Nugent as the fall is really the time for him to enjoy the outdoors. The singer has booked Saturday, Sept. 15 for his third annual ‘Kamp for Kids‘ outdoor activity day in Yankton, S.D.
‘Clockwork Angels’ Co-Author Claims Novel Can Stand Independently of Rush’s Latest Album
One of the things that stands out with Rush is the complexity of their playing and how deep the lyrics often take the listener. Because of that, it would seem that having a spinoff novel of the group’s latest disc ‘Clockwork Angels‘ would be a perfect fit for the Rush fan, but co-author Kevin J. Anderson says that the book can appeal to more than just the hardcore follower of the group.
The Doors Tribute Highlights 2012 Sunset Strip Music Festival’s Opening Night
The Doors‘ legacy on the city of Los Angeles is unquestioned, and this year the band was chosen as the primary honorees of the annual Sunset Strip Music Festival in West Hollywood, Calif.
Queensryche’s Guitarist Describes Geoff Tate’s ‘Vicious’ Attack
Queensryche have been in the headlines for a good portion of the year, and not under the best circumstances. In a new interview, guitarist Michael Wilton reveals just how bad things got during the alleged physical confrontation between himself and singer Geoff Tate.
Thin Lizzy’s Scott Gorham Penning Book About the Band’s History
Thin Lizzy‘s Scott Gorham has teamed with journalist Harry Doherty to trace his story as well as that of his famous band.
Alice Cooper Makes Surprise Appearance at London Production of ‘Rock of Ages’
The king of nightmares himself, Alice Cooper, had a little surprise for theater fans who came out to see the production of ‘Rock of Ages’ in London Tuesday night (Aug. 14).