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The Who Kick Off Quadrophenia Tour

The Who Kick Off Quadrophenia Tour

Posted November 8, 2012 at 6:05 am | One comment

The Who, one of rock’s legendary and defining bands, kicked off their “Quadrophenia And More” tour last week in Sunrise, Florida, unveiling a dynamic new stage set and fast-paced video footage to accompany their iconic 1973 double album, Quadrophenia, which is being performed in its entirety along with a selection of WHO classics.

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L.A. Punk Pioneers Concrete Blonde Re-Group For New Release & Tour

L.A. Punk Pioneers Concrete Blonde Re-Group For New Release & Tour

Posted November 8, 2012 at 5:48 am | No comments

Concrete Blonde released five studio albums on I.R.S. Records, starting with their self-titled debut, through Free(1989), Bloodletting (1990), Walking in London (1992) and Mexican Moon (1993).

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Blackmore’s Night and Candice Night Release New Albums

Blackmore’s Night and Candice Night Release New Albums

Posted November 6, 2012 at 5:24 pm | No comments

Former Deep Purple guitarist, Ritchie Blackmore, and wife, Candice Night, are releasing new music this month with their traditional folk rock duo, Blackmore’s Night.

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Guitar Mash:  Chad Smith, Mark Stewart and Tom Colicchio to Rock Out

Guitar Mash: Chad Smith, Mark Stewart and Tom Colicchio to Rock Out

Posted November 6, 2012 at 9:49 am | No comments

Guitar Mash, a multi-platform initiative to bring players of varying backgrounds together, shows the many sides of the ubiquitous instrument. By kicking off with a big, open jam, the star-studded project will get guitarists of all levels, ages, and backgrounds actively participating. From metal shredders to acoustic aficionados, from novices to pros, Guitar Mash aims to unite players online and off, including via Facebook and Twitter (@GuitarMashNYC).

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Aerosmith Releases Music from Another Dimension

Aerosmith Releases Music from Another Dimension

Posted November 5, 2012 at 3:23 pm | One comment

How will Aerosmith spend the days leading up to the release of Music from Another Dimension! their first album of all-new material in more than 11 years, due outNovember 6 on Columbia Records?

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Steve Vai Official 2012 European Tour

Steve Vai Official 2012 European Tour

Posted October 25, 2012 at 7:09 am | No comments

Virtuoso guitarist and visionary composer Steve Vai will be taking his Story of Light tour through Europe 2012 in support of his new release, The Story of Light,released on August 14, 2012 (Favored Nations Entertainment).

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Ultimate Creedence Clearwater Revival – 52 Song Collection Release November 6, 2012

Ultimate Creedence Clearwater Revival – 52 Song Collection Release November 6, 2012

Posted October 1, 2012 at 12:55 pm | No comments

Creedence Clearwater Revival is arguably the definitive American rock band. Hailing from the San Francisco Bay Area and borrowing heavily from the musical traditions of the Deep South, the gritty and powerful foursome served up a potent stew that appealed to a broad audience not just in the States but around the world.

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Twisted Sister Releasing A Twisted Christmas – Live in Las Vegas on October 30th

Twisted Sister Releasing A Twisted Christmas – Live in Las Vegas on October 30th

Posted September 27, 2012 at 1:05 pm | One comment

On October 30, 2012, Eagle Rock Entertainment will deliver an early holiday treat, with the release of Twisted Sister’s A Twisted Xmas – Live In Las Vegas on DVD, CD, and Digital Video/Audio [Pre-book Order Date October 5, MSRP $14.98 for DVD, $13.98 CD, $12.99 Digital Video, and $TBA Digital Audio]

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Led Zeppelin: Celebration Day to Movie Theaters Worldwide on Wednesday – 10/17/2012

Led Zeppelin: Celebration Day to Movie Theaters Worldwide on Wednesday – 10/17/2012

Posted September 27, 2012 at 8:04 am | No comments

When Led Zeppelin came together in December of 2007 to perform a one-night-only reunion concert at London’s O2 Arena in tribute of their friend and Atlantic Records founder Ahmet Ertegun, more than 20 million fans applied for the 18,000 available tickets in a worldwide lottery.

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Joe Bonamassa: Beacon Theater – Live from New York Double Album Release

Joe Bonamassa: Beacon Theater – Live from New York Double Album Release

Posted September 20, 2012 at 8:13 am | No comments

Joe Bonamassa: Beacon Theatre – Live From New York is a double live album to be released by J&R Adventures in the US on Tuesday September 25th, featuring 20 stunning tracks that span his incredible career.

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