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Jake Shimabukuro, the 'Jimi Hendrix of the Ukulele,' Releases Album Produced by Alan Parsons

Billy Dukes — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 14:00:11 +0000

Jake Shimabukuro is well on his way to becoming the first ukulele rock star. The Hawaiian born performer has released ‘Grand Ukulele,’ an album produced by legendary rock producer Alan Parsons. It’s a pairing that justifies his nickname, the “Jimi Hendrix of ukulele.” “ I thought Alan’s microphone placement for my ukulele was interesting,” Shimabukuro tells [...]

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Announce New Album, 2012 Tour

Matthew Wilkening — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 03:03:17 +0000

Bruce Springsteen has announced on his official website that he and the E Street Band will be embarking on a 2012 world tour in support of a brand new album, ending months of feverish speculation by his fans.

Robert Plant, Alfie Boe 'Song to the Siren' Clip Debuts

Chris M. Junior — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:00:27 +0000

He sings just one line, and he doesn’t even appear onscreen. But former Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant certainly makes his presence felt in the video for English opera star Alfie Boe’s new version of the Tim Buckley tune ‘Song to the Siren.’

Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, 'Dream On' – Song Premiere

Matthew Wilkening — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:05:28 +0000

We’ve got a very special treat for you today — the exclusive premiere of a song by Noel Gallagher‘s High Flying Birds, entitled ‘Dream On.’ The track is taken from the former Oasis songwriter’s upcoming album, which is also called ‘Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds’ and arrives on U.S. shores Nov. 8.

Rush Comes 'Full Circle' With New 'Time Machine' Release

Matt Wardlaw — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:00:39 +0000

On the surface, Cleveland might seem like an odd location for a band like Rush to film their new ‘Time Machine’ concert film, but as frontman Geddy Lee explains, it was a natural choice.

New Michael Jackson Album, 'Immortal,' Will Drop November 21

Shauna Wright — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:00:02 +0000

As the trial of Conrad Murray — the doctor accused of administering a drug that killed singer Michael Jackson — wears on and heartbreaking details emerge, MJ fans may find the news of an upcoming album to be a welcome bright spot in the darkness.

Adele's 'Someone Like You' Video Is Gorgeous and Haunting

Shauna Wright — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:42:28 +0000

Grammy-winning singer Adele has released the full-length video for the second single off her blockbuster album ’21′ — and it’s just as haunting and somber as her previous hit ‘Rolling in the Deep.’ (You’ll need extra tissues for this one.) Shot entirely in black-and-white during an early morning in Paris, the clip features the British soul [...]

Madonna Reveals Plans for New Album in Spring 2012

Jeff Giles — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 20:00:49 +0000

It’s been a few years since Madonna released her last album of original material, and in that time, a whole new crop of budding pop divas — including Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, and Ke$ha — has emerged.

But it won’t be long before Madonna returns to reclaim the throne. According to a recent interview, she’s nearing the finish line on her next album, the follow-up to 2008′s ‘Hard Candy,’ and plans to release it next spring.

Sting Celebrates 25 Years As a Solo Artist with Four CD-DVD Box Set

Lucy Tauss — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 19:46:15 +0000

A four-disc set commemorating Sting’s 25th anniversary as a solo artist is coming out September 27. The set, entitled ‘Sting: 25 Years,’ includes three CDs containing tracks spanning Sting’s entire solo career, plus a previously unreleased concert DVD called ‘Rough, Raw & Unreleased: Live At Irving Plaza.’ The footage was shot in 2005 during a performance in New [...]

Scotty McCreery Won't Write Any Songs on Debut Album [VIDEO]

Grace Niemitalo — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 19:00:30 +0000

Now that he's your latest 'American Idol,' life is pretty hectic for Scotty McCreery, what with his duties on the 'Idol' tour and sessions for his first album.

Things are moving so fast, in fact, that Scotty won't even have time to get any of his own material on his debut.

Madonna Starts Work on New Album

Grace Niemitalo — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 23:00:24 +0000

Good news, Madonna fans: your long wait for a new album may soon be over.

According to Madonna's manager Guy O'Seary, the singer -- who hasn't released a set of new material since 2008's 'Hard Candy' -- entered the studio over the weekend to work on what will be her twelfth studio album. Tweeting on the Fourth of July, O'Seary wrote, "It’s official.. Madonna’s 1st day in the recording studio for the new album… Very exciting. Happy 4th of July…"

Aerosmith Reunites with Producer Jack Douglas for New Album

Grace Niemitalo — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 22:00:49 +0000

Anything can happen in the wild world of Aerosmith, so this news is subject to change until the record is actually in stores, but it looks like the band is back in the studio with Jack Douglas -- the legendary producer who helmed their classic '70s albums.

In a video message, bassist Tom Hamilton broke the news, calling Douglas “the guy who we worked with producing our best albums of the ’70s" and promising, "It’s really going to be cool. no one who knows more about the soul of this band and the creative heart of this band."

Coldplay Premiere Colorful Video for 'Every Teardrop is a Waterfall'

Don Deane — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:58:03 +0000

On Wednesday, Coldplay premiered a video for ‘Every Teardrop is a Waterfall,’ the first single from their new EP of the same name, as reported by PopCrush. This driving, upbeat song follows the band’s Grammy-winning 2008 album ‘Viva la Vida.’

It’s a shimmery, guitar-based track and the accompanying video is nothing short of visually-arresting. As Chris Martin and the Coldplay lads wander through a decaying urban environment, neon colors follow them wherever the go, bringing life back to the landscape.

ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons Promises 'Loud,' 'Fast' New Album

Jeff Giles — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:55:06 +0000

It’s been eight long years since we’ve heard anything new from ZZ Top, but fans can look forward to a new album soon — and guitarist Billy Gibbons says it’s “a return to the early ZZ Top roots.”

The upcoming, as-yet untitled set, which will be the band’s 15th studio album in 42 years, is currently being recorded with executive producer Rick Rubin, who’s also serving as a band advisor in his capacity as president of their label, American Recordings.