February 6, 2012 – It’s safe to say that Rock History Book Radio has tons of Van Halen fans listening everyday and it was a no-brainer to pronounce, today, “Van Halen Day!” All day hosts John Beaudin and Shannon Edwards will feature two tracks, every hour, from the new Van Halen album, “A Different Kind of Truth.” 
Jan 31, 2012 - Good news for all the Norah Jones fans out there! The singer is set to release a new album in spring called 'Little Broken Hearts.' This will be Jones' fifth studio CD and she will be joined by producer and musician, Danger Mouse who is notably the backbone for the project. He also co-wrote many of the tunes with her. 
Jan 24, 2012 - Bruce Springsteen is full speed ahead with his new album due out in March. “Wrecking Ball” will be his 17th studio album and is produced by heavy hitter Ron Aniello (Patti Scialfa, Jars of Clay) and talent thrown in from Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machines) and members of the E Street Band. 
January 24, 2012 - It’s a done deal as Paul has announced (via his website) that he will be preforming at the 54th annual Grammy Awards in L.A. on Feb 12. This is also a very special occasion for him as he’s nominated this year for Best Historical Album for "Band On The Run." McCartney is definitely no stranger to the stage and if he pulls this one in it will be his 15th Grammy win in all. 
January 23, 2012 - John Mayer has been out of the spotlight since he cancelled numerous gigs last year to undergo throat surgery. His decision to finally go under the knife was necessary after attempts to rest his voice did not help. In the meantime, John had to regroup and push back the release of his new album. 
Jan 20, 2012 - Etta James, an iconic R&B American singer known for her classic songs “ At Last” and “Something’s Got A Hold Of Me” has died today at the age of 73. 
January 19, 2012 - Steven Tyler of Aerosmith never ceases to amaze me. He sat in on an Ellen DeGeneres show recently and proceeded to explain why he decided over the Christmas holidays to marry girlfriend Erin Brady. 
January 14, 2011 - Aerosmith fans will be watching as Steven Tyler is about to get really comfortable in his seat for his second round of American Idol. Ever since he joined the panel for this vocal talent show last season Tyler says sales of Aerosmith’s back catalog has rose 260 percent. We all know he has much to talk about when it comes to American Idol, but let’s get back to your roots Steven! 
July 26, 2011 - Although Dan Peek left the group America in 1977 he is certainly not forgotten as a member of the famous band. Peek passed away on July 24 of undisclosed causes. He was 60. The singer’s site simply states, “Dan went to Heaven on July 24 2011” and features a video of Peek performing his 
Sept, 2011 – On her third album Colbie Caillat has decided to strategically give us an uptempo summer-vibe. It still sounds like her smash debut “Coco” but this time it’s Colbie with caffeine and it’s positive and fun. 
October 31, 2010 – This project started after Elton John just happened to mention his chief influences on “Spectacle,” a TV program hosted by Elvis Costello and produced by him and partner David Furnish. 
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Peter Gabriel’s 25th Anniversary "SO" Edition Seeking Fans Help Gabriel will consider all paraphernalia for inclusion in the anniversary reissue’s booklet or on his website. “We’d love to see what’s out there and what people are willing to send in to add to stuff that’s out there already,” Gabriel said. “Give us some guidance as to what sort of package you’d like to see.” The closing date for submission is January 9, 2012 and a page has been set up for the project on Gabriel’s website at http://petergabriel.com/so-submissions. – by Shannon Edwards |
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Peter Gabriel Announces Spring Tour The slogan for the tour is “Orchestra, No Drums, No Guitars.” The tour also marks the 25th of the classic Gabriel album “So.” Though more tour dates could be announced, here is what we have so far. – by John Beaudin Dates
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Peter Gabriel Wins Sweden’s Polar Music Award Gabriel was given the honor for his "ground-breaking, outward-looking and boundary-busting artistry.” Adding, "not only had a significant influence on the development of popular music - he has redefined the very concept". The former Genesis singer will receive the award from King Carl XVI Gustaf at the Stockholm Concert Hall on August 31st. Stig Anderson, the manager of Swedish pop group ABBA started the Polar Music Prize in 1989. Previous winners include Ravi Shankar, Led Zeppelin, Paul McCartney, Dizzy Gillespie, Joni Mitchell, Bruce Springsteen and Elton John. – by John Beaudin |
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Genesis Hoping for Reunion with Peter Gabriel Though not as commercially successful, the early Genesis years helmed by Gabriel as the only vocalist of the band is revered as the most creative. Now a third box set from that era (1971-75) is ready for release and reunion talk is loud. Though Gabriel has nothing posted on his website, he was the first to bring up the possibility of a reunion in 2004. His idea back then was to perform the 1974 concept piece "The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway," in its entirety. Interestingly, it was Gabriel who backed out to work on his new album, which has yet to be released. Rutherford says, "It would be fun to do something like that purely for the fun of working together again and seeing where it takes you.” Even Hackett, who has been sometimes reluctant at the idea, now thinks it could be time, "I think we should do this before one of us dies; we're not getting any younger, to quote one of the songs, so maybe one day it'll happen." The seven CD box set will include remasters of the five albums and six DVD’s of live shows with Gabriel and rare footage. Genesis did have one live reunion with Gabriel in 1982 for Rutherford’s birthday on Oct 2nd. All five members were on stage. Banks says there will be more rarities released including remasters of the Genesis live albums. He is also working on a remaster of his exceptional debut album ‘A Curious Feeling’ from 1979. If you need more Genesis tunes, this is a great CD featuring Kim Beacon on lead vocals. It actually sounds like Genesis. While we are at it; Mike Rutherford’s first solo album from the same year ‘Smallcreeps Day” is one of the strongest solo albums by any Genesis member. It features incredibly powerful vocals by Noel McCalla, the concept album tells the story of Smallcreeps who works in a factory his whole life without knowing what is actually made there. – by John Beaudin |
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December 19, 2011 - Peter Gabriel is leaving the book wide open for fans and colleagues to offer up any personal memorabilia, photos and even diary entries related to his “So” album over the years. The “Genesis” star is excited about putting a slant on things for his 25th anniversary edition of this classic album.
April 4, 2011 – The good news is Peter Gabriel is touring North America, the bad news is he’s only stopping 12 times. The singer has just announced the dates of his “New Blood” concerts. 
May 13, 2009 – Congrats to 
Nov. 4, 2008 – Long before Genesis reunited with Phil Collins, there was talk of original lead singer Peter Gabriel re-joining the band. Now that talk might add up to a reunion of the most popular early line-up of the band which includes Phil Collins on drums, Steve Hackett as lead guitarist, Mike Rutherford playing bass and guitar, Tony Banks doing the keyboards and Gabriel. Banks says, "We've never said never about it, you know," He told Billboard. "I know Phil (Collins) would be quite happy with the idea of just playing the drums; it would be quite fun for him. Mike (Rutherford) and I are certainly happy to do it. I know Steve (Hackett) is keen as well. I think it'd be down to Peter (Gabriel) more than anyone else." |
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