In the last few decades, the number of artists with posthumous catalog releases has exploded. After an artist dies, labels, producers, and even family members have begun releasing previously unheard tracks that went unused during the artist’s lifetime. Since the death of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, rumors have been flying as to whether or not the iconic entertainer’s catalog would be expanded. As of this fall, fans can rest assured that Jackson’s next release will be a unique…

Hyde Park has always been a cultural center for the city of London. The massive city park, which has long been a meeting grounds for demonstrators, has a functioning speaker’s corner and occasionally, an active stage. This stage would have been particularly active on the sweltering night of July 5th, 1969, when international icons the Rolling Stones first took the stage to commemorate the death of bandmate Brian Jones, whose death had happened just two days prior. This first Hyde…

Did you see the six hour and 30 minute 12.12.12 Concert last night?  We did and we want to tell you our thoughts on this epic gathering of some of the greatest bands in Rock N Roll history and break down the good, bad and ugly of last night’s even….and of course Kanye West…whatever the hell THAT was. Lets begin with the good.  For the most part (again…barring Kanye West) the lineup was truly amazing.  Where would you be able…

Its been quite some time since Black Sabbath headed down under.  That is all about to end.  After a 40 year hiatus from touring in Australia Black Sabbath are heading out on the road. I can see it now.  A crowd of 40-50 year olds rocking to their favorite Sabbath Songs.  Tony Iommi has finished his treatment for cancer and the band appear ready to rock some serious crowds. The dates for the Australian tour are listed below.  But wait…there’s…

This is something I just came across and wanted to share as I know we have a ton of Metallica fans out there.  There isn’t much of a major story here other than the fact that you can download some free Metallica music from back in the day!  This isn’t the first offering from the band however it is the most recent and is really a classic Metallica show including many of their high energy, hi octane hits. 1. Master…

This is how rock ‘n roll should be!!  There is nothing more rock ‘n roll than a musician getting pissed and storming off the stage in the middle of their set right?  Just a week after Green Day guitarist and lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong melted down at the iHeart Radio Music Festival in Vegas and launched into a profanity laced tirade there is another big name musician following Billie Joe’s lead. Jack White, formerly of The White Stripes and…

There’s been tons of news about the release of the new iPhone 5 from Apple.  You’ve been bombarded with countless commercials as well as being flooded with endless iPhone 5 rumors, reviews and critiques.  Its kind of annoying but whatever…this article isn’t so much about the iPhone 5 but more about a musically related twist on all of the iPhone 5 news and hype that’s been everywhere lately.  This one somehow slipped under my radar but since it involves one…

Just the other day Metallica announced that their 2009 World Magnetic concerts from Quebec City will be released as a two disc DVD set combining the best of both shows.  Scheduled for a December release I’d be willing to bet that there will be many happy Metallica fans waking up Christmas morning to find the new concert DVD under the tree. Additionally, and pretty freaking cool if you ask me,  the masters of metal have asked their fans to vote…

Led Zeppelin, one of the most influential bands of all time have reunited….ok…I know that is kind of misleading but the surviving members Robert Plant, Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones did get back together to hold a press conference to talk about their upcoming DVD entitled Celebration Day.  Celebration Day was filmed back in 2007 as the mighty Led Zeppelin got back together to perform at the O2 Arena in London.  Celebration Day was performed in memory of Ahmet…

The biggest, most anticipated and unrivalled guitar event of the year, the London Guitar Show launches on the 11th June at ExCeL London.  It features four days of seminars and clinics, master classes and other activities including a careers fair, guest speakers, instrument demos and workshops. Featured in the world class lineup is the Master Guitar Virtuoso himself, Steve Vai, who is to bring his Alien Guitar Secrets master class, discussing music theory, guitar techniques, the music business, and most…