Click here to listen   We are on Twitter! Get your Rock History Book headlines on our Twitter page! Click Here. Top Stories   Van Halen In the Studio with Producer John Shanks January 25, 2011 – The new Van Halen album is on. The band is in the studio with producer John Shanks to record their first full album with original lead singer David Lee Roth since 1984, released the same year. MORE The Day John Bonham Almost Kicked Sting's Ass January 25, 2011 – Jason Bonham has interesting memories of his dad going backstage and meeting Sting. When the younger Bonham was 13 he convinced his dad to meet the Police. He told Spinner.com, the whole thing happened at a show promoting the band's second album “Reggatta de Blanc” MORE Don Henley Working On Country Covers Album January 24, 2011 – Don Henley is working on, only, his fourth solo album since 1982. The Eagles lead singer is in Nashville with producer/drummer Stan Lynch from Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers fame. MORE Elton John Frustrated with Slow Movement in Gay Rights January 24, 2011 – Elton John is not too happy with how gay rights is moving especially with California's gay marriage ban. The 63-year-old singer says, "In this country, we need more dialogue, We don't need any more stone throwing. We don't need any more vitriol. We need people to say, 'OK. I'm straight. You're gay. Let's get along. I'm Republican. You're Democratic. Let's work together.' I'm sick and tired of people being hateful to each other in this country." MORE Aerosmith Working on New Album Despite American Idol January 23, 2011 – Aerosmith's Tom Hamilton just gave the world an update on the band's new album. The guitarist claims that all members, it seems including Steven Tyler who is busy with American Idol, have some time right now to start working on their latest project. Here is what he told AeroForceOne MORE Clint Eastwood Suffers Blow To The Head and Joins Forces with Beyonce January 22, 2011 – What the hell is Clint Eastwood thinking? The famous actor and director is trying to land the rights to “A Star is Born" and have Beyonce star as the lead. Expect lots of close-ups of the long-legged wonder. Is this the best Clint could do...really? MORE Paul Simon Set to Release “So Beautiful or So What” In April January 22, 2011 – Paul Simon says he's gone back to recording music much like he did in the early seventies by just sitting down with a guitar and seeing what happens. The new project, due in April, “So Beautiful or So What” MORE Despite Facelift American Idol Loses 13%+ of Its Viewers January 21, 2010 – American Idol is not the king it once was. Even though 26.1 million viewers watched Wednesday’s 10th season premiere it was still down 13% from last years opening show. Last night’s New Orleans episode was a bigger drop with the show losing 18% in the key demo 18-49. MORE Robert Plant Reminds Us That Led Zeppelin is Dead January 21, 2011 – A Led Zeppelin reunion sounds like a great idea until you talk to Robert Plant. The singer told Rolling Stones magazine that the famous O2 show in London in 2007 was amazing but “The preparations for it were fraught and intense, but the last rehearsal was really, really good, for all that it represented and all that we were trying to capture,” says Plant. MORE     Get More Music News About Us Volunteer with Us Check out Our Sister site below Join our Facebook Group and get on our mailing list. Here   Custom Search
Paul and Ringo Reunite to Introduce “Beatles – Rock Band” June 2, 2009 - Microsoft's Electronic Entertainment Expo in southern California was invaded by The Beatles yesterday, well, at least Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr. The two surviving Beatles along with John Lennon and George Harrison’s widows, Yoko Ono and Olivia Harrison unveiled the new Rock Band video game inspired by the Fab Four. "Whoever thought we'd end up as androids?" joked McCartney as he got up on stage with Starr. "The Beatles: Rock Band," which will be released on September 9, will differ from other versions of the game, in that it will feature three-part harmonies and replicas of the original band’s instruments. Forty five Beatles songs will be included in the video game. – By John Beaudin Zac Starkey Gives Props to Oasis and The Who May 20, 2009 – As the son of Ringo Starr, Zac Starkey has a lot to live up to but the young drummer says his toughest and most rewarding gigs were with Oasis. He calls the group, “the most inspiring band I’ve ever worked with”. Adding, “Liam, Noel, Gem and Andy are some of the smartest musicians I’ve ever met. I played with Oasis for four years and literally spent every day crying with laughter.” Starkey has drummed for the Spencer Davis Group, the Icicle Works, Adrian Smith of Iron Maiden, Paul Weller and most recently The Who. He explains that even though filling in for the late great Keith Moon was difficult, playing Oasis’ song was just as tough, “It was just as difficult as it is with the Who. It’s irrelevant that there are more fills to play in the Who. I’d get all these wanker drummers saying, ‘Oh man, I could do the Oasis gig with one hand tied behind my back.’ Well, you may be able to – but it’ll sound shit mate! More Funny Thing is Paul and Ringo Don’t Add Up to Half of the Beatles Jan. 17, 2009 – In a perfect world all four Beatles would be planning a huge comeback tour together and dropping by for chips and beer. A close runner up would be John and Paul doing duo acoustic shows but instead we’re left with Paul and Ringo. Certainly still the show of the year but it still leaves you wishing. Speaking with Barbara Walters, McCartney said he’s desperate to work with Ringo again. He said, "We don't rule it out - it would be great. He's a great drummer and we're used to each other. Let's hear it for Ringo." McCartney also came to Ringo’s defense for refusing to sign anymore autographs, "Why doesn't he sign his autographs anymore? I think that is so ballsy. If he doesn't want to spend his day writing to people, he's allowed. I love you Ringo."  Sir Paul also added that he was proud to have worked with John Lennon, "I look back on it now and I am just very proud to have been John's collaborator. I mean we were just kids. We just lucked into each other. We were just so easy with each other."  - by John Beaudin Beatles Lend Their Music To Video Game but Will It Be Like Rock Band? Oct. 31, 2008 – It’s official. The Beatles announced a deal yesterday allowing their music to be used in a new interactive video game. MTV, Harmonix and the Beatles’ Apple Corps. LTD are banding together for a game which will take players through the entire Beatles catalogue, "This game will take you on a journey from the Beatles first album 'Please Please Me' until the last album at 'Abbey Road',” said Apple Corps CEO Jeff Jones. Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Yoko Ono and Olivia Harrison all helped out in creating the game which will offer an “experiential journey” of the band. Rumours have leaked that it will be similar to the popular Rock Band or Guitar Hero, games in which players actually play the tunes but so far there has been no confirmation of that. McCartney said in a statement. “I like people having the opportunity to get to know the music from the inside out.” The Beatles video game will be available before the end of 2009. No other details were given on the concept or rules of the game. – by Kari Graham Beatles Ready To Monopolies Your Christmas Oct. 27, 2008 – It only makes sense that the most popular board game in history would team up with the most popular band of all time. The Beatles are getting their own Monopoly game. The Beatles Collector's Edition of Monopoly celebrates Music and, of course, love, because to win, you need to collect love, not money. The more love you collect the more Beatles albums you get, not real estate. Six collectible Beatles themed tokens are included - Hammer, (Maxwell's Silver Hammer), Strawberry (Strawberry fields forever), Walrus (I Am the Walrus), Sun (Here Comes the Sun), Raccoon (Rocky Racoon), Octopus (Octopus's Garden). No word if there’s a section where Paul tells George how to play guitar or Yoko invents the term, “Five’s a crowd.” The game is available now. – Robbie Steiner Ringo Starr Is sick of Your Mail Oct. 13, 2008 – Ringo Starr seems scared to collect his mail these days. The former Beatle says he doesn’t have time to read or respond to mail anymore. On his website the famous drummer said, “I want to tell you after the 20th of October please do not send fan mail to any address you have. Nothing will be signed after the 20th of October.” Ringo says he means it, “If that is the date on the envelope, it's going to be tossed. I'm warning you with peace and love. I have too much to do. So no more fan mail. Thank you, thank you. And no objects to be signed. Nothing. Anyway, peace and love, peace and love." Honestly if I was a famous musician who got 500 pieces of mail every day I’d seriously change my name to Ashlee Simpson. There have been fickle fan stories surrounding Ringo Starr recently. When the 68 year old said in an interview that he rarely visits his famous hometown of Liverpool, fans turned on him. Then when asked if he would ever move back to Liverpool the singer seemed disgusted causing some fans to revolt on blogs. What’s wrong wit these people? I think Ringo can live wherever he wants. By the way the name of his latest albums is ‘Liverpool 8.’ – by John Beaudin Paul and Ringo Want “Let it Be’ to Disappear August 6, 2008 – If you’ve ever seen the Beatles film ‘Let it Be’ you’ll remember it depicts 4 guys who don’t really seem to like each other anymore. The film is the quintessential glimpse of a band on its last leg, maybe not musically but personally. The two surviving Beatles, also the two members actually first shown in the movie, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr would rather the film just go away. The pair wants the re-release of the 1970 film to be derailed. An insider said, "There has been talk of 'Let It Be' finally being released but now there has been a change of heart. The Beatles are still a massive global brand and it's felt it won't be helped if the public sees the darker side of the story. Read more Rare Beatles Interview To Air on BBC July 3, 2008 – Beatles fan Richard Jeffs struck gold when he discovered a rare interview with the Beatles in a garage 44 years after it was first recorded. The TV interview had lost its video but the audio was still good and the BBC plans to air the rare clip on Tuesday. Paul McCartney and John Lennon talk about their song writing partnership on the 9 minute tape. Scottish Television recorded the clip in April 1964 during the height of the first wave of Beatlemania. – by John Beaudin Randy Meisner Former Eagles member Randy Meisner tells the truth about his old band //See more Let us Make Sure Everyone Who Visits this Site Knows Who You Are! - Advertise with us. 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