Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Augustana Channels Emmylou Harris
San Diego's own Augustana channels Emmylou Harris with "Where Will It Be."
A Million Miles from New York takes on the Jeff Buckley version of "Hallelujah."
Pop/rock-chick-in-training Demi Lovato covers "DayDream" by Avril Lavigne.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Mötley Crüe's Global Cyber Gig
On Aug. 1, the freshly reunited Mötley Crüe will be playing Vegas' Mandalay Bay for the whole world to see—via cyberspace, that is. By registering on DeepRockDrive.com, fans can grab a virtual seat for this once in a lifetime concert for free. Seats are limited; so sign up now.Mötley Crüe released Saints of Los Angeles in June.
Jessica's Country Album Slated for Fall Release
It's official. Jessica Simpson's Do You Know will be out on Sept. 9. The tracklist includes a duet with Dolly Parton (written by Dolly herself), "Remember That" and "Pray Out Loud." A step away from the bubblegum limelight, it looks like Jessica may have a bright future in country. And if she hasn't done enough, she'll be launching a new fragrance, Fancy, next month.
Santogold and Diplo Make a Mixtape
He's remixed with M.I.A.; so why not team up with Santogold? In a new (recently released) mixtape, Diplo and the eclectic Brooklyn breakout have remixed Santogold's self-titled debut as well as tracks from Three 6 Mafia, Aretha Franklin and B-52's—just to name a few. And what's even better is you can listen to it now (thanks to NME).
Download the mixtape here.
See Jesse and Jordin on Tour
Check out Idol's Jordin Sparks and teenybopper-turned-heartthrob Jesse McCartney this August.Aug. 5 - Community Theatre - Sacramento
Aug. 7 - Orpheum Theater - Los Angeles
Aug. 8 - Jobing.com Arena - Glendale, AZ
Aug. 9 - Humphrey's - San Diego
Aug. 11 - Abravanel Hall - Salt Lake City
Aug. 13 - Ellie Caulkins Opera House - Denver
Aug. 15 - State Theater - Minneapolis
Aug. 16 - Park West - Chicago
Aug. 17 - Royal Oak Music Theatre - Detroit
Aug. 19 - NOKIA Theatre - Times Square - New York
Aug. 20 - Lowell Memorial Auditorium - Boston
Aug. 22 - Adrian Phillips Ballroom - Atlantic City
Aug. 23 - Commerce Bank Arts Center - Sewell, NJ
Aug. 24 - Benedum Theater - Pittsburgh
Aug. 27 - Sound Academy - Toronto
Aug. 29 - DAR Constitution Hall - Washington, D.C.
Aug. 30 - War Memorial Auditorium - Greensboro, NC
Verizon Join JB on the Bus
As if we don't already see them everywhere, here's another look into the lives of the JB. Band in a Bubble of '08?
Friday, July 25, 2008
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Drop 16 Bars with One Block Radius
If you haven't heard of them, you'll be hearing big things from One Block Radius real soon. Composed of three veteran MCs, this group combines new and old school sounds from genres across the board with thought out lyrics. Dropping their self-titled debut on Sept. 2, One Block Radius is hosting a contest with WeMix. MCs-in-training can lay their 16 bars on "Stand Up", which will be on the One Black Radius album. The winner will be able to meet the group and get their 16 on the track which will be available on iTunes. For rules on this contest, visit MWeMix.
Curious about OBR's sound? Listen to this.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
The Many Sides of Baba O'Riley
Since VH1 honored The Who last week, I've decided to honor their song, "Baba O'Riley" this week.
Blue Man Group reinvents the hit.
Known best for covering this song, Pearl Jam rocks Canada in August '93.
Nirvana did it in '91.
And more recently Idol winner, David Cook pays homage to the Brit band.
Blue Man Group reinvents the hit.
Known best for covering this song, Pearl Jam rocks Canada in August '93.
Nirvana did it in '91.
And more recently Idol winner, David Cook pays homage to the Brit band.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Jonas Brothers Set to Play VMAs
It's official! The Jonas Brothers have graduated from the teenybopper pop that they were a year ago to MTV. Not to say that these guys weren't good before. But being the first act to be invited to perform at this year's 2008 MTV VMAs is quite the honor. With a new album dropping next month and a sold out tour, '08 looks like the year of the Jonas.Speaking of the VMAs, the awards show will be live on Sept. 7 from Hollywood. And unlike past VMAs, this year you (the viewer) can vote for your faves. Just make sure to sign up for an MTV login if you haven't already to make your ballot count.
Tokyo Police Club Hit the Road
Supporting their debut album, Elephant Shell, Tokyo Police Club will be on the road in September on a promo tour around the U.S. Sept. 8 - Ottobar - Baltimore
Sept. 10 - 40 Watt - Athens, GA
Sept. 12 - Emos - Austin, TX
Sept. 14 - Monolith Festival - Denver
Sept. 16 - Brickhouse - Phoenix
Sept. 18 - Henry Fonda Theater - LA
Sept. 19 - Glasshouse - Pomona, CA
Sept. 20 - Street Scene - San Diego
Sept. 21 - Treasure Island - San Francisco
Sept. 26 - Slowdown - Omaha
Sept. 29 - Jackpot - Lawrence, KS
Oct. 25 - Voodoo Festival - New Orleans
Fabrizio Moretti Brings in a Little Joy
Like his fellow bandmate Julian, Fabrizio Moretti has started working on a new side project, but this one looks to be something a bit more long term. The Strokes' drummer has teamed up with his girlfriend, Binki Shapiro, and Brazilian singer-songwriter Rodrigo Amarante to form a band tentatively called Little Joy. The band's album on Rough Trade Records is set for a fall release in the U.S.
UNKLE Remixes The X-Files
Thursday, July 17, 2008
The Cheerleader Makes a 'Wake Up Call'
We know Hayden Panettiere as the indestructible cheerleader on NBC's Heroes, but now she's out with her new video for single, "Wake Up Call".
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Radiohead in 3D
And if you're in the NYC/NJ area, you can catch Radiohead at All Points West on Aug. 8 and Aug. 9. Get your tickets here.
VH1 Honors The Who
The Who is one of most legendary bands to come out of the UK in the 60's. Part of the British invasion with the Rolling Stones and The Beatles, these guys showed the raw onstage emotion that we equate rock with today. With hits like "I Predict a Riot" and "My Generation", their lyrics are amazing and at times prolific. And let's face it, they know how to rock out. "Baba O'Riley" (aka "Teenage Wasteland") has been covered by Pearl Jam, Nirvana and even this year's American Idol, David Cook. For all their music and just being who they are, The Who was honored by VH1 Rock Honors with a concert featuring special guests Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, Incubus, Flaming Lips and Tenacious D. The show will premiere on VH1 tomorrow (Thursday, July 17) at 9 p.m.
Here's a clip of the Foo Fighters' perfoming "Bargain".
Van Tramp Rocks Pop and R&B
Listening to the pop/rock band Van Tramp, you'd think this band was just another homegrown band out of a small town in the U.S. Actually frontman Tim Howar is from Canada, and the rest of the band is from London. Either way they're an act to look out for, and their self-titled album is currently out.
Their take on Rihanna's "Umbrella".
And here's what "No Air" sung by Chris Brown and Jordin Sparks sounds like solo.
Their take on Rihanna's "Umbrella".
And here's what "No Air" sung by Chris Brown and Jordin Sparks sounds like solo.
Monday, July 14, 2008
HSM Soon Hits Big Screen
Out in October, here's the first trailer of the movie that made musicals cool again.
Thursday, July 10, 2008
'My Drive Thru'
You've already heard the song, but now Converse has brought Julian Casablancas, Santogold, and Pharrell together in one fun video — complete with the black and white Chuck Taylors.
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Boys of Summer
Shot last year at LA's Nokia Theatre, John Mayer does a lovely rendition of "Free Fallin'" by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers.
When UK's Dizzee Rascal paid Jo Whiley a visit, the rapper, known for his gritty rhymes and hard beats, took on The Ting Tings' "That's Not My Name".
Not too sure where these Jersey boys summoned their inner Shania Twain, but on the Burnin' Up Tour the Jonas Brothers have added I'm Gonna Getcha to their nightly set.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Monday, July 7, 2008
Jack White's Ode to Rock City
Opposed to what's been said in the past, Jack White of (The White Stripes and The Raconteurs) loves Detroit, and he proved it with a poem in Sunday's (July 6) Detriot Free Press. He may have moved to Nashville with wife Karen Elson in 2006, he writes about the city that he loves. Visit the Free Press to read the entire poem plus an intro by the paper's pop music critic Brian McCollum.
The Vines 'Rocker'
They're greatest hits album didn't really make too much of a splash, but their new record Melodia may put The Vines in the right light again. Though it's not available for a few more weeks, you can preview the entire album on the band's MySpace.Here's the video "He's a Rocker"—the first single off of Melodia
Friday, July 4, 2008
'One for the Radio'
McFly shows just how well they can do on their own with their new video for "One for the Radio". Filmed in Toronto, the video shows what a shockwave of radio can do to a person — with Danny, Dougie, Tom and Harry playing on a rooftop above it all. The guys are currently promoting their new label and new single around the UK and will be playing their own set (July 24) for the iTunes Festival.
Like I posted last week, McFly will be dropping their new material for free via the Mail on Sunday.
MGMT Hit Studio in January
Brooklyn's MGMT broke ground with their debut, Oracular Spectacular, last year. And now they're ready to get back into the studio for their follow-up effort. "We're definitely ready to start working on some new stuff," Andrew Van Wyngarden told BBC 6Music. "I think in January we’re gonna start recording and hopefully put an album out next summer." I'm sure this will be a record worth waiting for.
Free UNKLE Available Today
Fine so we won our independence from the Brits today, but that doesn't mean we can't listen to their music. In honor of UNKLE's new release (available digitally on July 15), End Titles...Stories for Film, the band is releasing a free tracks on their website. You can download and preview "Synthetic Water" on their site.
US Court Ruling Releases YouTube Info to Viacom
Beware YouTube viewers. A US court ruling has ordered Google to release user information including usernames, IP addresses and viewing habits to Viacom. After a lawsuit the media company (which owns MTV) brought in 2007, Viacom claims that copyrighted videos it owns have been viewed 1.5 billion times thru Google's recently acquired YouTube. This move could potentially rock the way music fans view or listen to their favorite acts. To read more about this, check out AFP, Bloomberg and NME.
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
'Beating My Heart'
With a trimmed look and a poppier sound, Jon McLaughlin looks like he has a hit with this new video.
Get 'Meldoia' Today
The album may not be coming out till the end of this month. But you can pre-order The Vines' Melodia album and get it by July 22. It's available for the U.S./Canada, UK (out on July 14) and Australia.
Jay-Z Taps Oasis and More
Although there were tons of highlights at this year's Glastonbury, one memorable moment that'll probably stay with me will be Jay-Z's cover of Oasis' "Wonderwall". Besides the fact it's one of my favorite tracks, who would've thought that Jay-Z would tap his inner Gallagher, especially after Noel didn't approve of the rapper's appearance at the festival.
Meanwhile back on American soil...
Ok who knows what Phantom Planet's Alex is doing on the guitar. But this is his attempt at covering Punjabi MC's ""Mundian To Bach Ke", not too sure if it's a successful one.
Meanwhile The Love Guru flexes his pipes with his own version of Extreme's "More Than Words".
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Bon Jovi Plays Central Park
As a nice prelude to the 2008 MLB All-Star Game on July 15, Bon Jovi will be playing the Great Lawn on July 12. Although its free, you still need a ticket to see the show. And here are ways to see the band live. 1) You can win them on the MLB site.
2) At 9 a.m. tomorrow (July 2), tickets will be handed out at Yankee Stadium (Bronx), Shea Stadium (Queens), KeySpan Park (Brooklyn) and Richmond County Bank Ballpark (Staten Island). There'll also be tickets available at different ballparks and events around NYC.
3) On July 11 (Friday), tickets will also be distributed at the Jacob K. Javits Center during the DHL All-Star FanFest.
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