Jeff Giles
David Gilmour Has a Birthday Present for You
You don’t turn 66 every day, even if you’re a guitar god — so in that spirit, David Gilmour is celebrating his 66th today (March 6) by giving a gift to his fans. Sure, it’s a gift most of them probably already have, but it’s the thought that counts, right?
Metallica Celebrate Record Store Day with ‘Beyond Magnetic’ Vinyl Pressing
On April 21, independent record shops across the country will roll out the red carpet for customers with the annual parade of exclusive goodies known as Record Store Day. While it’s still too early to put together a list of the special releases fans can look forward to, we know at least one thing: Metallica will be going ‘Beyond Magnetic’ again.
Monkees React to Davy Jones’ Death
In the wake of Davy Jones’ sudden passing yesterday (Feb. 29), his fans and musical peers have taken to their social media networks of choice to share their sorrow and disbelief — as have Jones’ former bandmates in the Monkees, all of whom have posted public expressions of grief.
Slash on the Alienation of Rock – ‘I Feel I Really Have to Hold the Flag’
Slash is a pretty busy guy these days, between filming commercials with Betty White and responding to rumors of a Guns N’ Roses reunion at this year’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony — but that isn’t enough to keep him from preparing to unleash his new album ‘Apocalyptic Love’ on a rock-starved planet, or from recording a new video teaser, complete with a bit of the first single ‘You’re a Lie.
King’s X Cancel Tour Following Drummer Jerry Gaskill’s Heart Attack
Following his heart attack Saturday night (Feb. 25), King’s X drummer Jerry Gaskill’s condition has improved — he’s currently in stable condition — but he remains in intensive care, and accordingly, the band has canceled all of its upcoming tour dates.
Buffalo Springfield Reunion Goes and Says Goodbye
If you’ve been trying to figure out how Neil Young‘s recent announcement that he’s working on a pair of new albums with Crazy Horse would fit in with his plans to tour with the reunited Buffalo Springfield, you can stop wondering: the Springfield reunion is on hold, again.
2012 Oscars – Elton John’s Party Draws Celebs, Raises Millions
We tend to think of awards shows as excuses for famous people to get together in their finest duds and pat themselves on the back — and the same goes for the countless pre- and post-parties that go along with them. But while that may be true most of the time, Elton John‘s Oscar party is different — to the tune of more than $225 million raised for HIV/AIDS research over the last couple of decades.
George Harrison’s Guitars Get Their Own iPad App
If you don’t own an iPad, here’s some news that might make you gently weep: A new app gives users the opportunity to explore George Harrison‘s extensive guitar collection, complete with audio clips, video, and 360-degree views of the instruments.
Slash Debuts Clip of Song From New Solo Album
Impatient to hear Slash‘s upcoming album, ‘Apocalyptic Love’? You’re going to have to wait until late May for the whole experience, but the former Guns N’ Roses guitar god has been kind enough to share a clip from the record to tide us over in the meantime.
Heart Make Plans for New Album in 2012
They spent most of the ’90s and early aughts recording sporadically as Heart, but Ann and Nancy Wilson appear to be making up for lost time: 2012 will bring plenty of live dates, a new box set, a memoir of their time in the rock ‘n’ roll trenches, and — most exciting of all for longtime fans — an album of new material.
Ron Wood Says Rolling Stones ‘On the Verge of Touring’
We’ve been waiting for months to hear whether the Rolling Stones will mount a world tour to celebrate their 50th anniversary this year, and we’ve heard that Mick Jagger and Keith Richards are trying to iron out the details — and that drummer Charlie Watts is eager to join his longtime mates on the road. According to guitarist Ron Wood, things are “on the verge” of coming together.
Paul McCartney Joins All-Star Lineup for Teenage Cancer Benefit Concerts
Over the last decade and change, the annual Concerts for Teenage Cancer Trust have become a London tradition — and this year, they’ll celebrate their 12th anniversary with an impressive run of shows that will kick off with a Paul McCartney performance on March 29.