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Black Sabbath, Rush Songs Cited on List of ’10 Badass Fictional Characters in Popular Music’
Is there a fictional character more badass than ‘Iron Man?’ Um, no, there isn’t, according to a new list celebrating musical badasses in lyric form.
Van Halen ‘Hot for Teacher’ Video Star Lillian Muller Resurfaces
The sexy educator from Van Halen‘s famous ‘Hot for Teacher’ video has resurfaced. Her name is Lillian Muller and she followed her modeling career with a gig as an inspirational speaker, personal health consultant and author.
Gregg Allman Memoir ‘My Cross to Bear’ Due May 1
Gregg Allman‘s memoir ‘My Cross to Bear’ is scheduled to land at bookstores and digital outlets on May 1. The Allman Brothers Band mainstay shared more details about the book on his official Facebook page.
Van Halen’s ‘A Different Kind of Truth’ Debuts High on U.K. Charts
The U.K. numbers are in and Van Halen’s ‘A Different Kind of Truth,’ which is their first album in 14 years and first with David Lee Roth at the vocal helm in 28 years, debuted at No. 6 on the sales charts. Bravo! Congrats to the band on the first sales accolade to come in. But wait. There’s more to come, VH fans.
Ringo Starr Launches ‘Wonderful’ Valentine’s Day Contest
Want to impress your beloved or your Valentine this Feb. 14 with a personalized message from Ringo Starr? Well, you have the chance. The former Beatle has kicked off his ‘Wonderful Valentine’ campaign on Facebook. We love it when a classic rock legend embraces technology and the digital space.
Ozzy Osbourne on Tony Iommi’s Lymphoma – ‘He’s Gonna Beat It’
Ozzy Osbourne‘s ‘Ozzy’s Boneyard’ radio channel has officially launched on SiriusXM. In an interview on the station, the Prince of Darkness wasted no time addressing his Black Sabbath partner Tony Iommi‘s current cancer battle, joking that he told the guitarist “if he dies, I’m gonna kill him.”
Bill Ward’s Son Vigorously Defends His Dad in Black Sabbath Reunion Drama
Drummer Bill Ward’s withdrawal from Black Sabbath‘s reunion album and tour due to his displeasure with the contract situation continues to be a hot topic. Ward’s son Aron issued a lengthy Facebook post about the subsequent media frenzy over Ward’s self-imposed exile, hoping to set the record straight and prevent the press and fans from further pouncing upon his father.
Paul McCartney, Elton John to Headline Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee
Queen Elizabeth II has been the monarch of Britain for almost as long as Paul McCartney and Elton John have been alive. In fact, the Queen celebrates 60 years on the throne this year. Her fellow Brits are coming together to honor those six decades as the figurehead of the country at a bash to be held in front of her Buckingham Palace digs. Sir Paul and Sir Elton are both set to perform and serve a
Mick Jagger’s Daughter Jade to Wed
Mick Jagger‘s second eldest daughter Jade is officially off the market. She is engaged to marry her DJ boyfriend.
Soundgarden Album Pushed to Fall 2012 Release
Soundgarden fans will have to wait a little bit longer for the band’s first album since 1996. The “reunion” album had a spring release date loosely attached to it, and singer Chris Cornell made the press rounds saying so. Now, Cornell has revealed the new album, the band’s first since ‘Down on the Upside,’ has been bumped to fall of this year. We’ve been waiting long enough — what’s a few more mon
Neil Young Confirms Two New Crazy Horse Albums
Double your rock ‘n’ roll pleasure. Neil Young has finally and officially confirmed that he has two Crazy Horse albums on tap. The first record with his beloved on-again, off-again backing band is fully finished and it’s titled ‘Americana,’ while the second one is currently being fashioned.
Judas Priest Complete Albums Box Set Coming Soon
Want all of Judas Priest‘s albums under one roof? Well, your wish will come true on Jan. 24, as the band will release a whopping 17-CD box dubbed ‘The Complete Albums Collections.’