These articles brought forth are for a few different reasons:
1. It is relevant music information that pertains to you as a reader, no matter the level of intent or the genre.
2. They are relevant to the music I would be currently listening to or a genre I have put some attention and focus on.
3. I am rather patriotic about my Canadian music, so that always comes as a first for me. I enjoy music from all parts of the world respectively, but I still have to promote local if I can. Canadian music rocks!
4. Because it's humorous and we can always use a good laugh. Rarely will it be at someone's expense...but then again I am just the guy talking about it. They're the ones causing the comments.
So in closing, I trust you all will not read EVERY single article posted here. But I hope you find something of use here and keep the conversation going by forwarding it onto someone else. Click on each article heading for redirection to the full article. Cheers!
"Sonic Highways" Trailer Lands Online:
"Sonic Highways" shares its title with the Dave Grohl-directed eight-episode HBO series. The album will be released on November 10th, 2014 while the HBO series will be premiering Friday, October 17 at 11 p.m.
Guitars for Glory Connects Communities Through Music:
“We’ve seen it firsthand. We've seen how people are inspired by receiving guitar how now this new ability to play music they can give to other people in their community. One guitar helps more than just one person." -Ben Werzinger
Bush To Release 'Man On The Run' Album In October Via Crowd Funding:
"Hello and welcome, everyone—Gavin here. This site is where you can pre-order BUSH’s brand new record (and a lot of other things). Your support has always meant everything to us, and we’re incredibly excited to bring you this music in a direct and unique way here on PledgeMusic.
By ordering anything here, you’ll get the new album digitally the moment it’s released – in fact, you’ll be the first to know all about it.
And by joining us here, you’ll also have access to videos, previously unreleased music, exclusive photos, and the chance to have some amazing experiences and interactions with Chris, Robin, Corey and me. It’s an exciting way for us to share the process of releasing our new music.
Thanks always for the continued support. We couldn’t do this new thing without you.
Big love.
Gx"
The future of new music is at risk if we continue to undervalue composers:
"• 66% of the 466 composers who responded stated they do not find commissions to be a significant proportion of their income. Given that the respondents had an average of 2.65 commissions in 2013 with an average fee per commission of £1,392 it’s easy to see why.
• 74% of composers received the same amount or more commissions in 2013 than in 2012 but only 15% earned more income. We also discovered that those who had been undertaking commissions for more than five years were likely to win more commissions but get paid less per commission.
• There are significant variances in income: the best paid 1% of composers received over 25% of all commission income captured by our survey. Once we excluded them from our sample, average annual commission income fell from £3,689 to £2,717.
• 49% of composers feel there is less rehearsal/preparation time for new works."
Thurston Moore Details 'Thrashing, Blissful' New Solo LP 'The Best Day':
Thurston Moore's "The Best Day" will be released on October 21st, 2014 via Matador Records.
Van Morrison Collects His Lyrics for 'Lit Up Inside' Book:
"We are delighted to present a very special evening with Van Morrison. This will take place on Monday 17th November 2014 at London's Lyric Theatre, for one night only, Van will be reading, discussing and performing his work.
This event will celebrate the launch of his selected lyrics "Lit up Inside" published by Faber & Faber.
Speaking about the book Van said 'The lyrics in this book span 50 years of writing and as such are representative of my creative journey.'
During the show Van will be joined by Eamonn Hughes, Ian Rankin, Michael Longley, Edna O'Brien and others, creating a night that will be unique for any fan of the man and his work."
Duran Duran Team Up with Mark Ronson, Nile Rodgers and John Frusciante for New Album:
"We were holding this exciting news because we were hoping to give you full details when we announced, but as word has leaked out, catching us rather off guard, we wanted to confirm… yes it’s true, the extraordinarily talented John Frusciante has indeed been doing some work from his home base in California on our new album. The tracks have been going back and forth via the internet, and we are thrilled with the results. We are all such big fans of John’s work and are honoured to have him adding his magic to the record! There are no current plans for John to tour with us, but his guitars sound incredible on the tracks.
Hoping to have more news for you soon." -Simon, John, Nick & Roger
Followed by:
"In writing a Duran today I said, 'Let's change one chord to a G-7b6' and Nick played it instantly! *proud*" - Nile Rodgers — with Nikola Stankovic" -Druan Duran
From segregation to Save The Music:
"I'm teaching now because I want to, not because I have to. The kids I teach can't afford great things, but they learn how to succeed in the environment they are growing up in." -Willie Pyfrom
Spotify launches in Canada as music streaming revenue jumps:
"Spotify allows users to build playlists populated from its database of some 20 million songs. Users can also listen to specialty playlists based on certain themes or genres. A free version of the service features banner ads. A premium service has no ads but costs $10 a month.
Unlike some other streaming music sites, Spotify allows all users, including those who don’t pay for the premium product, to play songs as often as they’d like – most Internet radio stations, as part of licensing deals with music providers, give users only limited control of what individual songs they can listen to by, for example, allowing users to skip past only a pre-set number of songs."
350,000 attend Irish music festival the Fleadh Cheoil in Sligo:
"Dedicated Irish music and dance lovers from as far away as South Korea, Australia and the US gathered in the western town for the annual lollapalooza of Irish music.
It is estimated that ten percent of the crowds came from outside Ireland."
ULI JON ROTH To Release 'Scorpions Revisited - Volume 1' Double Album:
"The idea was to stay truthful to the original spirit of the music, while also putting a new slant on it whenever it felt like the right thing to do. I feel we succeeded in this. It was a intense journey into the past and I think we really managed to bring the songs back to life with a vengeance. They seem to have a timeless quality and it was easy to revisit this music and fill the old songs with new life. For me, personally, it was very inspirational and I hope that some of that translates towards you, dear friends. I really learned a lot from the whole experience." -Roth
Tech N9ne Announces "Strangeulation Canadian Tour":
09/10 Chilliwack, BC - Tzeachten Hall
09/11 Vancouver, BC - Commodore Ballroom
09/12 Victoria, BC - Sugar Nightclub
09/14 Kelowna, BC- Sapphire Nite Club
09/15 Vernon, BC - Monashee's Bar & Grill
09/16 Calgary, AB - Marquee Beer Market & Stage
09/17 Red Deer, AB - Memorial Centre Auditorium
09/18 Edmonton, AB - Union Hall Event Centre
09/19 Saskatoon, SK - The Odeon Events Centre
09/19 Winnipeg, MB - Whiskey Dix
09/21 Thunder Bay, ON - Crocks
09/24 London, ON - London Music Hall
09/25 Montreal, QC - Le Petit Olympia
09/26 Toronto, ON - Rockpile West
09/27 Toronto, ON - Rockpile East
09/28 Halifax, NS - Cunard Centre Halifax
09/29 Moncton, NB - The Old Cosmo Complex
09/30 St. John's, NL - Allure on George
10/01 St. John's, NL - Allure on George
Tour features labelmate Krizz Kaliko and BC-based group Animal Nation.
Taking a trip to a different kind of music festival, for safety’s sake:
"There are no provincial or national guidelines that say what the minimum standard of care should be. The evidence base for best practice at large gatherings is really thin." -Dr. Lund
Local guitarist, 17, earns music scholarship in New York:
“Music is complicated but when you introduce the recording process, it really gets complicated. We saw all the tricks, crazy things you can do in the studio.
Everyone has their own approach. You find a way to where the song wants to go. Let it lead itself.
I think growing up with music is the seed for most musicians. Then there’s the hard work that’s required in music. That’s what I wanted to know most from guys like Steve and Guthrie, how they practise and their practice schedule.” -Vegh
Revised music royalty rules could hurt Apple's Beats Music, iTunes Radio:
"Upward pressure on streaming costs could be a negative for Apple's newly acquired Beats Music unit. Typically, attempting to pass this sort of cost increase through to customers after the low price Genie is out of the bottle is tough in a competitive environment." -Rod Hall (of J.P. Morgan)
Billy Corgan to Revisit His Pre-Smashing Pumpkins Work with Massive Demos Project:
"Also, my next planned release will be the start of a multi-volume collection of home demos from 1985-1990, which, if those who work for me can be believed, has over 800 titles to consider. But a word of caution, as these ‘works’ are all over the place in terms of quality, etc, as I was just a kid of 18 when I started making my own recordings; and not only do my influences show a little too hard in places, but so do my inadequacies as a sound engineer. To help avoid confusion then over what would be on the records, short sound clips of every release will be made avail; as many are instrumental or ‘vibey’ in nature and may not appeal to everyone (I didn’t really start singing my own songs until I was 19). Comments from those that have heard them though are kind and positive, such as (and I’m paraphrasing) those from Jeff Schroeder of SP, who told me that ‘it’s cool to hear you piece together what would eventually become the band’s sound, even at such a young age.’ And pieces these are!"
Paul McCartney Helps Score 'Destiny' Videogame:
"Mr. McCartney decided to sweeten his part of the collaboration by contributing a theme song for the game. In keeping with the rest of the soundtrack music, the song – the title has been kept under wraps – is fully orchestrated, and was recorded at Abbey Road with a 120-piece ensemble directed by Giles Martin. The sessions for the song were produced by Mark Stent, who has worked with Madonna, Bjork, Lady Gaga and U2, among others. The song is said to be about hope."
'Swing' music - We ask people what song would play as they walk up to bat:
"When did baseball and music become joined at the hip hop?
St. Louis Cardinals organist Ernie Hays played the theme from “Shaft” for Lou Brock in the 1970s and songs from “The Wizard of Oz” for Ozzie Smith in the 1980s. Chicago White Sox organist Nancy Foust began playing state songs for each player in the 1970s."
Sony gets you discounted music with Album of the Day app:
"We know that music fans today consume their music in a myriad of ways. Sony Music remains committed to making the consumer experience as easy and enjoyable as possible for them, wherever and whenever they choose. The Album of the Day App offers a great new deal on a featured album every day by well known artists, giving fans the opportunity to download their favourite music directly from the app.” -Phil Savill (VP Marketing Sony Music Commercial Group)
Obey the Brave Announce "Salvation":
“You know how you go on blogs and all sorts of people talk shit and they wish you were dead? I remember being younger and going on message boards and reading all the negative comments in regards to me or my previous bands and it would get to me. Now I’m at another level now where I really don’t care anymore and it’s kind of funny. Sometimes I go on blogs and I’m like, ‘Wow, you guys are actually nice today.’ Now people can say whatever they want and my only enemy is indifference. ‘I will remain undefeated’–that’s how it goes. But truthfully now when I read a negative comment, I don’t care anymore. It’s very empowering, actually. So ‘Raise Your Voice’ is saying what’s on your mind regardless of what people think.”
"Salvation" will be release on September 16th, 2014 via Epitaph Records.
PHILIP ANSELMO's SUPERJOINT RITUAL To Reunite For Appearance At HOUSECORE HORROR FILM FESTIVAL:
"If people want to hear SUPERJOINT jam a badass set, then we're all for giving the people what they want! You wanna hear it? Then bring your asses to Austin, Texas, this October 23-26!" -Anselmo
Unearth Announce "Watchers of Rule":
"Watchers of Rule" will be released on October 28th, 2014. No further details given yet.
Century Media Records founder launches new label Another Century:
"Twenty five years after starting Century Media the excitement to do another version of the label could not be any larger. My undying love for rock has driven the formation of this label ANOTHER CENTURY. Over the years great bands like Otherwise and In This Moment have been released on Century Media but sometimes got lost or felt ill mixed among some of the heavier CM bands. Another Century now has a clear path and mission statement: To develop and break the best bands in rock to come!!!" -Robert Kampf
Adrenaline Mob Recruit Bassist Erik Leonhardt:
"We'd like to welcome bassist Erik Leonhardt (formerly of Tantric ) to the @AdrenalineMob family!!!
We hope to see you all out on tour in September!!"
Glenn Danzig Working On EP of Elvis Presley Covers:
"So strange how things happen.Working in studio all this week on 'Danzig sings Elvis' ep & tonight is anniversary of day Elvis died." -Danzig
SCORPIONS To Celebrate 50th Anniversary In 2015 With New Studio Album, Tour:
"When you start a three-year farewell tour, you know you've got a long time ahead of you. But that long period went by much faster than we imagined. The closer we got to the goal — Munich in December 2012 — the stronger the feeling was that we hadn't come to the end at all. There were so many images in our minds and so many emotions in our hearts. Everything we experienced between 2010 and 2012, the 200 concerts — it was all so powerful. You stand on stage, look down and see so many fans — including the younger generation, who are really getting into it and saying: 'Guys, this is so cool. We're seeing you for the first time. When will you be back?' It's so motivating and inspiring to play for three generations. We're all having too much fun to put down the guitars." -Klaus Meine
CHAD GRAY Says MUDVAYNE Is Not Over Yet:
"Yeah, man. He has always been my right-hand man. He's been the back I look at when I'm writing songs and the sounding board for my ideas. When everything went sideways, it was like losing a great friend. I was filled with fear and I had mixed emotions. At first, I was like, Goddamn, I don't know if I'm ever gonna be able to do this without him. We all still talk. I'm not ready to put a headstone on anything yet." -Gray
Between The Buried And Me Set Release For “Future Sequence: Live At The Fidelitorium”:
The in-studio full album performance of “The Parallax II: Future Sequence” will be released on September 30th, 2014 via Metal Blade Records.
GWAR To Embark On 'Eternal Tour' In The Fall:
"Dark clouds of war and ill omen have gathered around GWAR. In our hour of greatest peril, Oderus has left us and our enemies stand poised, ready to strike while they sense weakness. But we shall no longer cower in our Antarctic stronghold, awaiting destiny's final blow. This fall GWAR sets out on the most trying quest of our career. We shall scour our leader's favorite stomping ground, North America, leaving no city unsearched, no venue unraised, and no sheep unmolested. GWAR will venture to the depths of Hell or to the very end of time itself, and though I fear what we may encounter out there, I know that we can never return home until we have the answer we seek: 'Where is Oderus Urungus?'"
Sep. 12 - Chicago, IL - Riot Fest
With DECAPITATED, AMERICAN SHARKS:
Oct. 15 - Norfolk, VA - The Norva
Oct. 16 - Sayreville, NJ - Starland Ballroom
Oct. 17 - Stroudsburg, PA - Sherman Theater
Oct. 18 - Worcester, MA - The Palladium - "Rock and Shock Festival"
Oct. 19 - Buffalo, NY - The Town Ballroom
Oct. 21 - Louisville, KY - Expo Five
Oct. 22 - Memphis, TN - New Daisy Theater
Oct. 23 - Dallas, TX - Gas Monkey Live
Oct. 24 - New Orleans, LA - House of Blues
Oct. 25 - Austin, TX - Emo's - "Housecore Horror Film Festival*
Oct. 26 - Houston, TX - Warehouse Live
Oct. 28 - Oklahoma City, OK - Diamond Ballroom
Oct. 29 - Sauget, IL - Pop's Nightclub
Oct. 30 - Lawrence, KS - Granada Theater
Oct. 31 - Denver, CO - The Summit Music Hall**
Nov. 01 - Albuquerque, NM - Sunshine Theater
Nov. 02 - Tempe, AZ - The Marquee
Nov. 03 - Santa Ana, CA - The Observatory
Nov. 04 - Reno, NV - Knitting Factory Concert House
Nov. 05 - San Francisco, CA - The Regency Ballroom
Nov. 06 - Hollywood, CA - House of Blues
Nov. 07 - Las Vegas, NV - Hard Rock Live
Nov. 08 - Magna, UT - The Great Salt Air
Nov. 10 - Boise, ID - Knitting Factory Concert House
Nov. 11 - Portland, OR - Roseland Theater
Nov. 12 - Seattle, WA - Showbox SODO
With AMERICAN SHARKS:
Nov. 14 - Vancouver, BC - Commodore Ballroom
With CORROSION OF CONFORMITY, AMERICAN SHARKS:
Nov. 15 - Spokane, WA - Knitting Factory Concert House
Nov. 16 - Calgary, AB - MacEwan Hall Ballroom
Nov. 17 - Edmonton, AB - Union Hall
Nov. 19 - Fargo, ND - The Venue
Nov. 20 - Minneapolis, MN - Skyway Theater
Nov. 21 - Milwaukee, WI - The Rave
Nov. 22 - Detroit, MI - Harpo's
Nov. 23 - Grand Rapids, MI - The Intersection
Nov. 25 - Indianapolis, IN - The Vogue
Nov. 26 - Cleveland, OH - House of Blues
Nov. 28 - Charlotte, NC - Tremont Music Hall
Nov. 29 - Philadelphia, PA - Electric Factory
Nov. 30 - New York, NY - Irving Plaza
Dec. 02 - Nashville, TN - Exit/In
Dec. 03 - Asheville, NC - The Orange Peel
Dec. 04 - Pensacola, FL - Vinyl Music Hall
Dec. 05 - Orlando, FL - Firestone Live
Dec. 06 - Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade
Dec. 07 - Columbus, OH - Newport Music Hall
Dec. 08 - Millvale, PA - Mr. Smalls Theater
Dec. 09 - Toronto, ON - Opera House
Dec. 10 - Montreal, QC - Virgin Mobile Corona Theater
Dec. 11 - Clifton Park, NY - Upstate Concert Hall
Dec. 12 - New Haven, CT - Toad's Place
Dec. 13 - Baltimore, MD - Baltimore Sound Stage
* No AMERICAN SHARKS
** HAVOK plays on this show
Former MEGADETH Guitarist GLEN DROVER Collaborates With QUEENSRŸCHE Singer TODD LA TORRE:
"We are both very happy and proud of how this song turned out, and believe me, I'm EXTREMELY picky of anything I do!" -Drover
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