Fleetwood Mac keyboardist Christine McVie dead at 79

Fleetwood Mac keyboardist Christine McVie has died at the age of 79.

“On behalf of Christine McVie’s family, it is with a heavy heart we are informing you of Christine’s death,” shared her social media team. “She passed away peacefully at hospital this morning, Wednesday, November 30th 2022, following a short illness. She was in the company of her family. We kindly ask that you respect the family’s privacy at this extremely painful time, and we would like everyone to keep Christine in their hearts and remember the life of an incredible human being, and revered musician who was loved universally. RIP Christine McVie.”

“There are no words to describe our sadness at the passing of Christine McVie,” said Fleetwood Mac in a statement. "She was truly one-of-a-kind, special and talented beyond measure. She was the best musician anyone could have in their band and the best friend anyone could have in their life. We were so lucky to have a life with her. Individually and together, we cherished Christine deeply and are thankful for the amazing memories we have. She will be so very missed.”

No official details have been released about McVie’s cause of death; Rolling Stone reports in an interview with them this past June, the rocker acknowledged that she was in “quite bad health.” She said she was struggling with a “chronic back problem,” though didn’t offer any further information.

Fleetwood Mac formed in London in 1967; McVie released her self-titled debut album in 1970, just prior to joining the group. The keyboardist made her first appearance on record with the band on 1971’s “Future Games”, and was on board for all their releases – including 1977’s iconic “Rumours” set, where she wrote the hits “Don’t Stop” and “You Make Loving Fun” – through to 1995’s “Time” before leaving after their 1998 induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame and reunion tour.

Although she released her third solo album, “In The Meantime”, in 2004, McVie largely remained out of the public eye for many years; she regrouped with Fleetwood Mac in 2014 for a series of tours, recorded an album with longtime bandmate Lindsey Buckingham in 2017 and toured the project, and last played with the band in 2019.

Pick up your copy of “Rumours” here and the “best of” package “50 Years – Don’t Stop” here.





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The Rolling Stones to release 50th anniversary tour album GRRR! Live

The Rolling Stones will release “GRRR Live!” on February 10, 2023.

The package captures the band on the road celebrating their golden anniversary in 2012 & 2013 by embarking on the 50 & Counting Tour, a 30-show itinerary for North America and Europe.

On December 15, 2012, the band took the stage at Newark, New Jersey’s Prudential Center for the final of four shows in the New York area. Featuring guest appearances by The Black Keys (“Who Do You Love?”), Gary Clark Jr & John Mayer (“Going Down”), Lady Gaga (“Gimme Shelter”), Mick Taylor (“Midnight Rambler”) and hometown hero Bruce Springsteen (“Tumbling Dice”), the concert proved to be one of the most memorable shows in the band’s history.

Since its original airing on pay-per-view in 2012, this show has not been available to fans until now. The concert has been re-edited and the audio has been remixed.

Three songs from the December 13 show (also in Newark) will be available as bonus features on the DVD and Blu-ray: “Respectable” (with John Mayer), “Around And Around”, and “Gimme Shelter.”

“GRR Live” will be available in multiple formats, including 3LP black, 3LP coloured white (Indies exclusive) 3LP red (d2c exclusive), 2CD, DVD + 2CD, BluRay+ 2CD; the Blu-ray and digital versions will include Dolby Atmos.

Pick up your copy of the 2 CD/Blu-ray edition here and the 2CD version here.


The Rolling Stones
"GRRR Live!"
Release date: February 10, 2023

CD1

01. Get Off Of My Cloud
02. The Last Time
03. It's Only Rock 'n' Roll (But I Like It)
04. Paint It Black
05. Gimme Shelter (with Lady Gaga)
06. Wild Horses
07. Going Down (with John Mayer and Gary Clark Jr)
08. Dead Flowers
09. Who Do You Love? (with The Black Keys)
10. Doom And Gloom
11. One More Shot
12. Miss You
13. Honky Tonk Women
14. Band Introductions

CD2

01. Before They Make Me Run
02. Happy
03. Midnight Rambler (with Mick Taylor)
04. Start Me Up
05. Tumbling Dice (with Bruce Springsteen)
06. Brown Sugar
07. Sympathy For the Devil
08. You Can't Always Get What You Want
09. Jumpin' Jack Flash
10. (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction

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Motorhead announce expanded reissue of final studio album Bad Magic

Motorhead will release an expanded reissue of their final studio album, 2015’s “Bad Magic”, on February 24, 2023.

Produced by Cameron Webb and originally issued just four months before the passing of frontman Lemmy Kilmister, the project featured the lead single, “Thunder & Lightning”, “Electricity”, a version of David Bowie’s classic, “Heroes”, and a cover of The Rolling Stones’ classic, “Sympathy For The Devil”, which included a guitar solo by Brian May of Queen.

Billed as “Bad Magic: Seriously Bad Magic”, the 2023 reissue has been expanded with the addition of two previously-unreleased tracks – “Greedy Bastards” and the set’s first preview, “Bullet in Your Brain” – as well as a live recording from the subsequent tour at the giant Mt. Fuji Festival in Japan in 2015.

“Bad Magic: Seriously Bad Magic” will be released in multiple formats, including on Double 12” Vinyl, CD Digipak with Bonus Disc, Limited Edition Boxset, Digital Download and Streaming.

The Limited Edition Boxset will contain the CD Digipak with Bonus Disc, Double 12” Vinyl, exclusive Lemmy War, Love, Death and Injustice audio interview with Lemmy conducted by Motorhead expert Robert Kiewik during the tour on 12” vinyl, and exclusive edition Motorhead - Murder One Ouija Board and Planchette.

Pick up your copy of “Bullet In Your Brain” here.


Motorhead
"Bad Magic: Seriously Bad Magic"
Release date: February 24, 2023

01. Victory Or Die
02. Thunder & Lightning
03. Fire Storm Hotel
04. Shoot Out All Of Your Lights
05. The Devil
06. Electricity
07. Evil Eye
08. Teach Them How To Bleed
09. Till The End
10. Tell Me Who To Kill
11. Choking On Your Screams
12. When The Sky Comes Looking For You
13. Sympathy For The Devil
14. Heroes
15. Bullet In Your Brain
16. Greedy Bastards

“Live at Mt Fuji Rock Festival 2015 – Sayonara Folks!”

01. We Are Motörhead
02. Damage Case
03. Stay Clean
04. Metropolis
05. Over The Top
06. String Theory
07. The Chase Is Better Than The Catch
08. Rock It
09. Lost Woman Blues
10. Doctor Rock
11. Just ‘Cos You Got The Power
12. Going To Brazil
13. Ace Of Spades
14. Overkill

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Black Star Riders welcome new guitarist Sam Wood

Black Star Riders have welcomed new guitarist Sam Wood to their lineup.

The addition of Wood’s addition follows confirmation of the departure of Stone Sour / Corey Taylor guitarist Christian Martucci, who parted the band earlier this year.

Sam Wood, from Wayward Sons, joins the band and his first dates will be the UK shows this coming weekend in London (Earache Records' 35th Anniversary party) and Trecco Bay in South Wales for Planet Rockstock.

“I first saw Sam back in 2019 when Wayward Sons were guests to Black Star Riders and I was absolutely blown away!,” says Ricky Warwick. “I had Sam join me for some Fighting Hearts dates a few months back and knew he was the guy for us. If ever there was a new GUITAR HERO waiting in the wings, then it’s Sam! Black Star Riders have had some of the world’s finest guitar players in their ranks and Sam is truly up there as one of them. We couldn’t be happier!”

The line-up for the two aforementioned shows together with the 10th Anniversary UK tour in February 2023 will see Black Star Riders welcome back guitarist Scott Gorham and original drummer Jimmy DeGrasso for the celebrations.

“We are really looking forward to playing with Scott and Jimmy again and this is the only time you will get to see us all together again for this 10th anniversary of the band,” Warwick adds. “After February, Zak St. John will be with us for all future dates. The set list will be tracks from the new album ‘Wrong Side Of Paradise’ to start the show, then we welcome Scott on stage for the “greatest hits” set to celebrate our 10 years.”

Black Star Riders will release “Wrong Side Of Paradise” on January 20; to date, the group have shared the lead single, “Better Than Saturday Night”, “Pay Dirt” and their cover of the 1972 Osmonds hit, “Crazy Horses.”

Get your copies of the three preview tracks here.


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Robert Plant and Alison Krauss share CMT Crossroads preview

Robert Plant and Alison Krauss are sharing video of a performance of “High And Lonesome” from their new CMT Crossroads special.

The “Raise The Roof” track recently received a 2023 Grammy Award nomination in the Best American Roots Song field, which honors songwriters – in this case, Plant, Krauss and producer T Bone Burnett – while the project is a finalist in the Best Americana Album category at 65th annual event, which will be broadcast live from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 5, 2023 starting at 8 pm ET on the CBS Network and streamed live and on-demand on Paramount+.

“Raise The Roof” debuted at No. 7 on the US Billboard 200 upon its release last November.

“CMT Crossroads: Robert Plant & Alison Krauss” will premiere Tuesday, November 29 at 9p/8c on CMT.

Get your copy of "Raise The Roof" here.


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Tom Petty streams video for live acoustic version of American Girl

Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers are streaming a video for the live acoustic version of their 1976 classic, “American Girl”, from the newly-released album, “Live at the Fillmore 1997.”

The black and white video from co-directors Adria Petty and Jacques Naudé features audio of the performance as the soundtrack to the clip, which sees lead dancer and choreographer Maya Taylor with dancers Anna Iosipiv, Akane Little and Laura Aronoff as the camera moves through city streets, inside empty warehouses and atop buildings, exploring the lives of diverse characters.

“American Girl” was originally issued as the second single from the band’s self-titled debut album, which featured the US Top 40 hit, “Breakdown.”

“...it was the start of writing about people who are longing for something else in life, something better than they have," said Tom about the song.

“Live at the Fillmore 1997” captures Petty And The Heartbreakers during the last six nights of a 20-show residency at the legendary Fillmore in San Francisco, CA in the period following their 1996 soundtrack record, “Songs and Music from ‘She's The One’".

You can stream the full live album here and get your own copy here.


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Motley Crue to debut new guitarist John 5 at new US dates with Def Leppard

Motley Crue will debut their new touring guitarist, John 5, at a pair of newly-announced shows with Def Leppard next February.

The February 10 and 11 dates at the Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena in Atlantic City, NJ will see the bands perform in the intimate 7,000 capacity venue a week before the classic rock acts launch the 2023 world stadium tour in Mexico City on February 18.

Presales for the Atlantic City shows are now underway with tickets going on sale to the general public on Friday, December 2.

Last month, Motley Crue announced that Mick Mars had confirmed his retirement from touring as he continues to deal with Ankylosing spondylitis – a type of arthritis that affects the spine and worsens over time – which the rocker has lived with since his late teens.

“I’m honored to carry on Mick’s legacy,” shared John 5 last month, “and am looking forward to playing these songs.”

John 5’s career includes extended stints with Marilyn Manson and Rob Zombie, among others.

Pick up your copy of Motley Crue’s “Greatest Hits” here.

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Neal Schon comments on Journey financial dispute with Jonathan Cain

Neal Schon has responded to comments made by Jonathan Cain in reaction to a financial dispute within the Journey organization.

Schon recently launched legal proceedings against his longtime bandmate in an effort to review financial records and access to an American Express credit card he claims Cain set up for his exclusive use under the band’s corporate entity Nomata.

The move led to Cain issuing a statement on the matter, claiming the lawsuit “has absolutely no merit” and that he will present “evidence to the court that shows that Neal has been under tremendous financial pressure as a result of his excessive spending and extravagant lifestyle, which led to him running up enormous personal charges on the band’s credit card account” despite alleged efforts “to limit his use of the card to legitimate band expenses.”

Schon took to social media to respond to recent headlines on the issue, saying: “All I want to see is our Records. Cain is lying as I DO NOT HAVE FULL ACCESS as he states. I’m now a 50% owner. I’m the founder President and Secretary / manager of Nomota LLC that we started in 1998 and have every right to see what’s gone on in there.

“AMEX ON A RECORDED LINE on both side told me JON WILL NOT give me access to the account of ALL CREDIT CARDS THAT HAVE BEEN USED. They told me I Only have Limited access.

“Really don’t understand why he would think I can’t see what’s gone on going all the way back to 1998,” Schon added. “Hand over the records. It’s my legal right to see what our corporate BAND CARD FOR NOMOTA has been used for for the last over 2 decades. There’s been MANY EX Employees that had used this card. TRANSPARENCY is All I’m asking for. Is that to much to be asking of a 50/50 partner. There’s no skating around this.”

Journey issued their latest album, “Freedom”, in July, and will release “Live In Concert At Lollapalooza” on December 9.

Get your copy of “Freedom” here and “Journey: Live In Concert At Lollapalooza” here.

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Metallica announce M72 world tour

Metallica have announced dates for a 2023-2024 world tour in support of their newly-announced album, “72 Seasons.”

Due April 14, 2023, the band’s forthcoming record delivers 12 tracks totaling over 77 minutes; it is being previewed with the lead single, “Lux Aetna.”

Set to begin just weeks after the album’s release next spring, the “M72” series will see the band playing two nights in every city it visits — with each "No Repeat Weekend" featuring two completely different setlists and support lineups. The tour will feature a new in-the-round stage design that relocates the famed Metallica Snake Pit to center stage, as well as the "I Disappear" full-tour pass and the debut of discounted tickets for fans under 16 years of age.

"We told you about our new album ‘72 Seasons’, so what’s next now that we’ve escaped the studio? Hit the road, of course! You want a tour, we’ve got a tour... how about two full years worth of shows?!?!,” says Metallica. “Over the past few years, we have been so inspired by the dedication and family/community vibe of the fans who traveled to San Francisco for our recent weekend celebrations, first in 2019 with the two S&M2 shows, followed by last year’s 40th Anniversary shows. On top of that, we had a blast being a part of the 2021 Wimmer Festivals when we played two nights in one city, each with a totally different setlist. With all of that in mind, the M72 tour was born!

"Starting in April of 2023, we’ll be visiting 22 different cities around the world and playing two nights in each city, with each “No Repeat Weekend” show a completely unique experience: Two totally different set lists with two different bands opening the show each night! Purchase a two-day ticket, and you won’t see the same song twice for a total of over 30 songs spanning our 40+ years of being lucky enough to make music. Most of the shows (sorry, not all - we tried!) will be on Fridays and Sundays, so we’ll be sure to have lots of extracurricular events for you to hang with fellow Metallica fans at before the shows kick-off and on the Saturday night in between.

"The M72 tour also launches a completely different look for us in stadiums – we’ll be in the round in the middle of the field. On top of that, the Snake Pit has been relocated to the center of the stage so that fans there will have a complete 360 view of the show. Each weekend offers a variety of Enhanced Experiences, ranging from access to a meet and greet, production and stage tour, food and beverage in the “Black Box” lounge to early entry into the venue and the aforementioned Snake Pit. The very popular “Black Laminate” is back, now known as the “I Disappear Ticket,” and is the ultimate pass for the fan who wants to run away with us for multiple weekends. Grab one of these and attend every show on your continent or in the world!

"In keeping with the theme of two completely unique shows each weekend, we’re excited to share the stage with different bands each night, including some we have traveled with before and new friends who are joining us for the first time. Signing up for the entire adventure with us are Five Finger Death Punch, Ice Nine Kills, and MammothWVH, and some of you will see Pantera, Architects, Greta Van Fleet, or Volbeat, depending on the shows you attend. All the details are in the listing of dates below and on the individual show pages.

"Two-day discounted tickets will be on sale Friday, December 2, for all shows. Fan Club presales start early on Wednesday, November 30, with various other presales beginning later that day and throughout the week. If you cannot join us for the entire weekend, single-day tickets will be available starting January 20, 2023.

"A portion of proceeds from every ticket sold will go to the band’s All Within My Hands foundation. Founded in 2017, AWMH’s efforts to assist and enrich the lives of members of the communities who have supported the band have raised nearly $13 million – providing $5.9 million in grants to career and technical education programs in the US, over $2.5 million to combat food insecurity, and more than $3.2 million to disaster relief efforts worldwide.

"We cannot wait to embark on this new adventure, play some new music, and spend our weekends in ’23 and ’24 with YOU!"

Get your copy of the new single "Lux AEterna" here.
Metallica
M72 world tour
2023-2024

Apr 27 2023 - Amsterdam NL @ Johan Cruijff Arena
Apr 29 2023 - Amsterdam NL @ Johan Cruijff Arena
May 17 2023 - Paris FR @ Stade de France
May 19 2023 - Paris FR @ Stade de France
May 26 2023 - Hamburg DE @ Volksparkstadion
May 28 2023 - Hamburg DE @ Volksparkstadion
Jun 16 2023 - Gothenburg SE @ Ullevi Stadium
Jun 18 2023 - Gothenburg SE @ Ullevi Stadium

Aug 04 2023 - East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium
Aug 06 2023 - East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium
Aug 11 2023 - Montreal, QC @ Stade Olympique
Aug 13 2023 - Montreal, QC @ Stade Olympique
Aug 18 2023 - Arlington, TX @ AT&T Stadium
Aug 20 2023 - Arlington, TX @ AT&T Stadium
Aug 25 2023 - Inglewood, CA @ SoFi Stadium
Aug 27 2023 - Inglewood, CA @ SoFi Stadium
Sep 01 2023 - Glendale, AZ @ State Farm Stadium
Sep 03 2023 - Glendale, AZ @ State Farm Stadium

Nov 03 2023 - St. Louis, MO @ The Dome at America’s Center
Nov 05 2023 - St. Louis, MO @ The Dome at America’s Center
Nov 10 2023 - Detroit, MI @ Ford Field
Nov 12 2023 - Detroit, MI @ Ford Field

May 24 2024 - Munich DE @ Olympiastadion
May 26 2024 - Munich DE @ Olympiastadion
Jun 07 2024 - Helsinki FI @ Olympic Stadium
Jun 09 2024 - Helsinki FI @ Olympic Stadium
Jun 14 2024 - Copenhagen DK @ Parken Stadium
Jun 16 2024 - Copenhagen DK @ Parken Stadium
Jul 05 2024 - Warsaw PL @ PGE Narodowy
Jul 07 2024 - Warsaw PL @ PGE Narodowy
Jul 12 2024 - Madrid ES @ Estadio Cívitas Metropolitano
Jul 14 2024 - Madrid ES @- Estadio Cívitas Metropolitano

Aug 02 2024 - Foxborough, MA @ Gillette Stadium
Aug 04 2024 - Foxborough, MA @ Gillette Stadium
Aug 09 2024 - Chicago, IL @ Soldier Field
Aug 11 2024 - Chicago, IL @ Soldier Field
Aug 16 2024 - Minneapolis, MN @ US Bank Stadium
Aug 18 2024 - Minneapolis, MN @ US Bank Stadium
Aug 23 2024 - Edmonton, AB @ Commonwealth Stadium
Aug 25 2024 - Edmonton, AB @ Commonwealth Stadium
Aug 30 2024 - Seattle, WA @ Lumen Field
Sep 01 2024 - Seattle, WA @ Lumen Field
Sep 20 2024 - Mexico City MX @ Foro Sol
Sep 22 2024 - Mexico City MX @ Foro Sol
Sep 27 2024 - Mexico City MX @ Foro Sol
Sep 29 2024 - Mexico City MX @ Foro Sol

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Metallica stream lead single from new album 72 Seasons

Metallica are streaming a video for "Lux AEterna", the lead single from the band’s newly-announced forthcoming album, "72 Seasons."

Due April 14, 2023, the project was produced by Greg Fidelman, James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich.

"Yes, you read that correctly,” says Metallica. “We have completed recording at HQ, and our 12th studio album is coming your way! It’s been six years since ‘Hardwired…To Self Destruct’, so we think it’s about time for some new music.”

“72 seasons. The first 18 years of our lives that form our true or false selves,” explains Hetfield about the album title. “The concept that we were told ‘who we are’ by our parents. A possible pigeonholing around what kind of personality we are. I think the most interesting part of this is the continued study of those core beliefs and how it affects our perception of the world today. Much of our adult experience is re-enactment or reaction to these childhood experiences. Prisoners of childhood or breaking free of those bondages we carry.”

The group adds: "The album package was once again conceived and art directed by our good friend, acclaimed designer David Turner, and his team. David, who won a Grammy for his work on ‘Death Magnetic’, is the man behind the look and feel of all of our recent releases, including ‘Through The Never’, ‘S&M2’, and ‘Hardwired.’”

Get your copy of the new single here.


Metallica
“72 Seasons”
Release Date: April 14, 2023

01. 72 Seasons
02. Shadows Follow
03. Screaming Suicide
04. Sleepwalk My Life Away
05. You Must Burn!
06. Lux Æterna
07. Crown Of Barbed Wire
08. Chasing Light
09. If Darkness Had A Son
10. Too Far Gone?
11. Room Of Mirrors
12. Inamorata

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Bruce Springsteen performs soul classic for Thanksgiving on The Tonight Show

Bruce Springsteen performed the soul classic, “Don’t Play That Song”, on the Thanksgiving Day episode of NBC-TV’s The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon.

Written by Ahmet Ertegun and Betty Nelson – the wife of singer Ben E. King – the song was a hit on both the US R&B and pop charts for King in 1962, and for Aretha Franklin almost a decade later.

The New Jersey rocker’s version appears on his newly-released album, “Only The Strong Survive”, which sees him cover soul and R&B tracks from the catalogues of Motown, Gamble and Huff, Stax, and many more.

Produced by Ron Aniello and recorded at Thrill Hill Recording in New Jersey, Springsteen’s 21st studio album – which debuted at No. 8 on the US Billboard 200 – also features guest vocals by Sam Moore, as well as contributions from The E Street Horns, full string arrangements by Rob Mathes, and backing vocals by Soozie Tyrell, Lisa Lowell, Michelle Moore, Curtis King Jr., Dennis Collins and Fonzi Thornton.

Get your copy the new album here.


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Jack White tops the hennemusic Hot 10

Jack White tops this week’s hennemusic Hot 10.

As music fans continue to check out the extensive rock news archives at hennemusic.com, this week they are revisiting an October 2020 story that sees White pay tribute to the late Eddie Van Halen during a performance on NBC-TV’s Saturday Night Live just days after the iconic guitarist passed away.

Read all about it in this week’s top story!

The HH10 is a list of the most-viewed rock news stories in the past week by hennemusic readers.

For a full list of hennemusic Hot 10 charts, check out the archives here.

hennemusic Hot 10
week ending November 27, 2022

01 – Jack White tributes Eddie Van Halen on Saturday Night Live
02 – Motley Crue detail limited edition Crucial Crue box set
03 – Def Leppard debut Kick live video from stadium tour
04 – Iron Maiden stream Total Eclipse from The Number Of The Beast reissue
05 – Jimi Hendrix streams 1969 Los Angeles Forum concert release
06 – Jonathan Cain responds to Neal Schon lawsuit over Journey finances
07 – The Doors premiere video for unreleased song Paris Blues
08 – Neil Young And Crazy Horse stream new album World Record
09 – Robert Plant and Alison Krauss preview CMT Crossroads performance
10 – Thin Lizzy announce expanded Live And Dangerous reissue

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Nov 20: Foreigner
Nov 13: Judas Priest
Nov 06: Def Leppard
Oct 30: Motley Crue
Oct 23: Tom Petty

Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart among 2023 Songwriters Hall Of Fame nominees

Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart are among the 2023 nominees under consideration for entry into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame.

The pair’s work throughout their career is being recognized in the Performing Songwriters’ category alongside fellow nominees Bryan Adams, Blondie, The Doobie Brothers, Jeff Lynne, REM, Patti Smith, Steve Winwood, Snoop Dogg, Gloria Estefan, Vince Gill and Sade.

Established in 1969, the Songwriters Hall of Fame honors those whose work represents a spectrum of the most beloved songs from the world’s popular music songbook. A songwriter with a notable catalog of songs qualifies for induction 20 years after the first significant commercial release of a song.

As for Heart, the band’s Seattle, WA origins as The Army date back to 1967, it was after Ann joined in 1971 and a few name and lineup changes later – including the addition of Nancy – that led to Heart’s formation in 1974. By 1975 they had recorded their seminal debut album, “Dreamboat Annie”, which featured instant classics like “Magic Man”, “Crazy On You” and the title track. More US platinum albums followed, including 1997’s “Magazine” and “Little Queen”, which delivered “Barracuda”, “Kick It Out”, “Love Alive” and the title track, while “Straight On” led 1979’s “Dog & Butterfly” into the US Top 20.

1979’s “Bébé le Strange” reached US Gold before a pair of follow ups led a downward trend that was reversed with 1985’s self-titled record provided a series of hit singles and the group’s best-selling release, which delivered their only US No. 1 album and eventually sold more than 5 million copies in the region. A series of Grammy nominations followed into the early 1990s, with more studio releases up to an including their most recent effort, 2016’s “Beautiful Broken.”

Separately, Ann has lent her voice to classic motion picture themes and Nancy has built a successful career as a film composer. In recognition of their catalog of self-written material, they were awarded ASCAP’s prestigious Founders Award in 2009.

As the first women to lead a hard rock band, the Wilsons have been an inspiration to succeeding generations of female rockers, and were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2013.

Eligible voting members will determine the 2023 inductees, which will be announced early next year, ahead of the Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction & Awards Gala on June 15 in New York City.

Get your copy of “The Essential Heart” best-of album here.




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Red Hot Chili Peppers share Return Of The Dream Canteen bonus track

The Red Hot Chili Peppers are sharing “The Shape I’m Takin’”, a bonus track included in the Japanese editions of their latest album, “Return Of The Dream Canteen.”

First introduced with the lead single “Tippa My Tongue”, the project followed “Unlimited Love” as the California band’s second album of 2022, with both produced by Rick Rubin.

Upon its release last month, “Return Of The Dream Canteen” debuted at No. 1 on the US Top Album Sales chart and No. 3 on the Billboard 200.

The Chili Peppers have been supporting both records on a global stadium tour, which will resume in January with shows in Australia and New Zealand.
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Tom Petty streams new album Live At The Fillmore 1997

Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers are streaming audio of their new album, “Live at the Fillmore 1997”, in sync with its release on November 25.

The project captures the band during the last six nights of a 20-show residency at the legendary Fillmore in San Francisco, CA in the period following their 1996 soundtrack record, “Songs and Music from ‘She's The One’".

The Fillmore album features more covers than originals, paying tribute to the artists and songs that shaped Petty’s love of music as he was growing up; highlights include versions of tracks first recorded by Bob Dylan, J.J. Cale, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, Everly Brothers, Bill Withers, Chuck Berry, and more, and guest appearances by The Byrds’ frontman Roger McGuinn and blues legend John Lee Hooker.

The shows at the Fillmore ended up being some of the most joyful, honest, inspirational and prolific experiences of the band’s career, creating a unique bond between the group and their fans.

“We all feel this might be the highpoint of our time together as a group,” Petty told the crowd at the final show. “It’s going to be hard to get us off this stage tonight.”

“Live at the Fillmore 1997” is now available in multiple configurations, including 2CD, 3LP, 4CD, 6 LP, digitally, and a 6LP Uber Deluxe Edition available exclusively on the Tom Petty webstore.

Get your copy of the new live album here.


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Bruce Springsteen guests on Late Night with Seth Meyers

Bruce Springsteen was the featured guest on the November 23 episode of NBC-TV's Late Night with Seth Meyers.

The rocker was on hand to promote his newly-released album, “Only The Strong Survive”, which sees him cover soul and R&B tracks from the catalogues of Motown, Gamble and Huff, Stax, and many more.

In addition to the 2022 project Springsteen discussed a variety of topics during the late night appearance, including the inspiration behind his “Springsteen On Broadway” series, what he told his children when fans would come up to them, spending Thanksgiving with his family and how he is still amazed by people all over the world singing his songs.

“Only The Strong Survive” recently debuted at No. 8 on the US Billboard 200.

Springsteen will regroup with the E Street Band for a 2023 US tour that will open in Tampa, FL on February 1.

Get your copy the new album here.



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Motley Crue detail limited edition Crucial Crue box set

Motley Crue will release a limited edition box set, “Crucial Crue: The Studio Albums 1981-1989”, on February 17, 2023.

The collection features the band’s first five studio albums pressed on colored vinyl – including 1981’s “Too Fast For Love”, 1983’s “Shout At The Devil”, 1985’s “Theatre Of Pain”, 1987’s “Girls, Girls, Girls”, and 1989’s “Dr. Feelgood” – housed in a solid black slipcase with foil imprint and only available in this box set.

The Crucial Crue box set will also be released on CD with only 10,000 units of each configuration available globally.

“Too Fast For Love” (White/Black Splatter) - In 1981, Motley Crue released their platinum selling debut album, which hit No. 77 on the Billboard 200; it features live staples and fan favorites such as “Live Wire” and “Take Me To The Top.”

“Shout At The Devil” (Yellow/Black Splatter) – The band’s second record debuted at No. 17 on the Billboard 200 and is now certified four times platinum. The project features “Looks That Kill,” the title track, and “Too Young To Fall In Love.”

“Theatre Of Pain” (Hot Pink Magenta/Black Splatter) - Released in 1985, the band’s third set debuted at No. 6 on the Billboard 200 and is certified four times platinum; it features the power ballad, “Home Sweet Home,” and a cover of “Smokin’ In The Boys Room.”

“Girls, Girls, Girls” (Cyan Blue / Black Splatter) - 1987’s Girls, Girls, Girls debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and is certified four times platinum; included are the tracks “Girls, Girls, Girls” and “Wild Side.”

“Dr. Feelgood” (Coke Bottle Green / Oxblood Splatter) - Released in 1989, the group’s sixth album has sold over 6M copies in the US; it debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and remained in the charts for a total of 109 weeks. Included are their Top 10 hits “Dr. Feelgood,” “Without You,” “Kickstart My Heart” and “Don’t Go Away Mad (Just Go Away).”

“Crucial Crue: The Studio Albums 1981-1989” will be released in sync with the launch of the 2023 Motley Crue/Def Leppard stadium tour, which will open in Mexico City on February 18.

Get your copy of Motley Crue’s “Greatest Hits” here.



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Jonathan Cain responds to Neal Schon lawsuit over Journey finances

Journey keyboardist Jonathan Cain has issued a statement in response to a lawsuit brought against him by guitarist Neal Schon over the band’s finances.

Reports indicate Schon is seeking financial records and access to an American Express credit card he claims Cain set up for his exclusive use under the pair’s band corporation, Nomata.

“As a member and manager and founder and leader of Journey,” outlines Schon’s court filing, “Schon has the right to access and control Nomota’s books and records. Schon must have unfettered access to Nomota’s records so he can oversee and manage Nomota/Journey.”

Variety reports Cain has issued a statement on the matter on Tuesday, saying “This is a matter that should have been resolved privately, but I am forced to publicly respond now to Neal’s malicious lies and personal attacks on my family and (me) in an effort to garner public support for his ill-conceived lawsuit – a lawsuit that has absolutely no merit.

“Neal has always had access to the credit card statements; what he lacks – and what he is really seeking – is the ability to increase his spending limits. Since Neal decided to publicize what is going on, I can tell you we will present the evidence to the court that shows that Neal has been under tremendous financial pressure as a result of his excessive spending and extravagant lifestyle, which led to him running up enormous personal charges on the band’s credit card account.

“When efforts were made to limit his use of the card to legitimate band expenses, Neal unfortunately decided to attack me rather than trying to get his reckless spending under control,” Cain’s statement concludes. “I am saddened by the situation – for Neal and for our fans – but since Neal filed a lawsuit, I suspect he will not be able to ignore the court like he has ignored the countless financial advisors and accountants he has fired over the past several years who have tried in vain to help him.”

Read more on this developing story at Variety.com.

Schon was among the members who founded Journey in San Francisco, CA in 1973; Cain joined the lineup years later and co-wrote all of the songs on his first album with the band, 1981’s “Escape”, including the iconic hit, “Don’t Stop Believin’”.

Journey issued their latest album, “Freedom”, in July, and will release “Live In Concert At Lollapalooza” on December 9.

Get your copy of “Freedom” here and “Journey: Live In Concert At Lollapalooza” here.

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Thin Lizzy announce expanded Live And Dangerous reissue

Thin Lizzy will issue an expanded 45th anniversary edition of their legendary 1978 release, “Live And Dangerous”, on January 20.

Recorded in London and Toronto in 1977 during the “Johnny the Fox” and “Bad Reputation” tours, the original package spent the best part of three months in the UK Top 10, where it reached No. 2 and remained on the charts for more than a year.

The 2023 package will be released as a definitive 8-CD Super Deluxe Edition featuring a newly-remastered version of the original album alongside all of the gigs recorded for “Live And Dangerous”; these six shows from London, Toronto and Philadelphia have been newly-mixed by Ben Findlay from the original multi-tracks and mastered by Andy Pearce, overseen by legendary Thin Lizzy guitarist Scott Gorham.

The inclusion of the original concert recordings in the box set goes to dispel the rumors that the album was extensively overdubbed in the studio; rather, it displays the rawness of the Irish rock band at the top of their game night after night.

Thin Lizzy will also release a remastered version of their 1983 package, “Life Live”, on January 20.

The group’s final album was recorded during their farewell tour in 1983, principally at the Hammersmith Odeon in London.

Phil Lynott had felt it was time to disband the group after the 1983 tour and to mark the occasion, former Thin Lizzy guitarists Eric Bell, Brian Robertson and Gary Moore joined the band on stage at the end of these gigs to do some numbers.

During the performance of “The Rocker”, all of the guitarists played at the same time (Moore, John Sykes, Scott Gorham, Robertson and Bell), making a total of eight members on stage performing at once.

Pick up your copy of “The Essential Thin Lizzy” here.


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Neal Schon sues Jonathan Cain over Journey financial dispute

Journey guitarist Neal Schon is suing Jonathan Cain over a financial dispute surrounding issues relating to the keyboardist's allegedly secret and exclusive use of a credit card under the band’s corporate company.

According to a report by Page Six, Schon and Cain set up 50/50 ownership of a limited-liability company called Nomota in 1998 to handle the band's business.

Schon claims in court papers that Cain set up an American Express card without telling the band’s founder, and Cain hasn’t turned over financial records that allow the guitarist to know how much the band owes him.

“As a member and manager and founder and leader of Journey,” the papers say, “Schon has the right to access and control Nomota’s books and records. Schon must have unfettered access to Nomota’s records so he can oversee and manage Nomota/Journey.”

“Schon’s right to Journey’s profits is being controlled by Cain – Schon’s bandmate, who Schon brought into the band in the 1980s – and despite all of his requests and efforts, Schon has been unable to get full access.”

The suit continues, “Among other things, the American Express account of Nomota has been set up such that only Cain has control of the account and access to its records. On information and belief, millions in Journey funds have flowed through this AMEX account.”

The dispute is the latest in a series of legal issues surrounding the California band in recent years; in September, former Journey singer Steve Perry filed a petition at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in an effort to prevent Schon and Cain from owning merchandise trademarks on the names of many of the band’s biggest hits, claiming the pair are not allowed to unilaterally register trademarks for the song names because the trio signed a partnership agreement requiring unanimous consent for any use of the tracks, for merchandise or anything else.

In 2020, band members Steve Smith and Ross Valory were fired over an alleged effort to take control over the band’s name in what has been referred to as “an attempted corporate coup d'état.”

Journey issued their latest album, “Freedom”, in July, and will release “Live In Concert At Lollapalooza” on December 9.

Get your copy of “Freedom” here and “Journey: Live In Concert At Lollapalooza” here.

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Metallica to livestream Helping Hands benefit concert

Metallica will livestream their The Helping Hands Concert & Auction at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Friday, December 16 on Paramount+.

Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the event – which benefits the band's All Within My Hands foundation – will feature openers Great Van Fleet before Metallica performs.

“This will be the third time we hit the stage to benefit the Foundation,” says the band, “but the very first time that it will be streamed live with a full audience in the house, thanks to our friends at Paramount+. Make sure to tune in early as it all kicks off at 5:30 PM PST streaming live on Paramount+ and simulcast on Pluto and MTV’s YouTube channel.

“We’ll also have some amazing items and experiences that will be auctioned off starting December 5 to benefit the Foundation, with 100% of ticket and auction proceeds going directly to those in need. Established in 2017, All Within My Hands works with partners around the world to combat food insecurity, provide funds in areas of natural disaster, and support education with the ground-breaking Metallica Scholars program, now in its fourth year.”

To learn more about the foundation, visit allwithinmyhands.org.
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Robert Plant and Alison Krauss preview CMT Crossroads performance

Robert Plant and Alison Krauss are sharing video of a performance of “Can’t Let Go” as a preview to next week’s CMT Crossroads special.

Written by Randy Weeks and first recorded by Lucinda Williams, the song was the lead single to the pair’s 2021 album, “Raise The Roof”, which features new recordings of songs by legends and unsung heroes including Merle Haggard, The Everly Brothers, Anne Briggs, Geeshie Wiley, Bert Jansch and more.

The album debuted at No. 7 on the US Billboard 200 upon its release last November.

“Raise The Roof” recently received two 2023 Grammy Award nominations, including one in the Best Americana Album category, while the track, “High And Lonesome", has also been recognized in the Best American Roots Song field, which honors songwriters – in this case, Plant, Krauss and producer T Bone Burnett.

“CMT Crossroads: Robert Plant & Alison Krauss” will premiere Tuesday, November 29 at 9p/8c on CMT.

Get your copy of "Raise The Roof" here.


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The Doors premiere video for unreleased song Paris Blues

The Doors are premiering a video for “Paris Blues”, the last known unreleased song from the band’s vault.

An original blues song written by the band, the track was recorded during one of the group’s recording sessions for either 1969’s “The Soft Parade” or 1971’s “L.A. Woman” (no one seems to remember).

The master tape of the song was lost, and the only surviving copy was given to Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek. Sadly, this copy was partially damaged by his son Pablo (a toddler at the time), who recorded over a few short parts. Now, through some creative editing, the song has been rescued from obscurity to take its place as the title track to a new blues-themed compilation of the same name coming out on vinyl for Record Store Day’s Black Friday event on November 25.

The “Paris Blues” compilation features two previously-unreleased live recordings of singer Jim Morrison and guitarist Robby Krieger performing as a duo at a benefit for Norman Mailer’s mayoral campaign on May 31, 1969, in West Hollywood. The first song is “I Will Never Be Untrue,” a band original written for, but left off of, 1970’s “Morrison Hotel”; the other is a cover of Robert Johnson’s “Me And The Devil Blues.” Both songs were recorded by Frank Lisciandro, a filmmaker who befriended Manzarek and Morrison when all three attended the film program at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

“Paris Blues” also contains a pair of outtakes recorded during the band’s sessions for "The Soft Parade" – “(You Need Meat) Don’t Go No Further” and “I’m Your Doctor.” Both feature Manzarek on vocals backed by Krieger and drummer John Densmore. In 2019, bass by Robert DeLeo of Stone Temple Pilots was added to the songs, which were included on Rhino’s 50th-anniversary edition of the album.

Also featured are three songs from “Live in Vancouver 1970”, a concert album released in 2010 by The Doors Bright Midnight Archive label. Recorded during the band’s 1970 tour, these live tracks spotlight legendary bluesman Albert King, who joined the band onstage during its June 6, 1970, show at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver. Morrison’s introduction of King is included along with live versions of “Little Red Rooster,” “Rock Me Baby,” and “Who Do You Love?”

“Paris Blues” will be available as a limited edition of 10,000 numbered copies on translucent blue vinyl at select independent music stores on November 25.

The LP’s cover art is an original painting by Krieger, and the set also includes liner notes by blues scholar Mary Katherine Aldin.

Get your digital copy of “Paris Blues” here and “The Very Best of The Doors” here.


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