Archive for October, 2008
Joaquin Phoenix – quiting acting on VIDEO! -E!
Oct 30th
Recently, i told you about Joaquin Phoenix quitting acting for his music career, it’s pretty serious….
Foo Fighters rock out for Blackberry Storm
Oct 30th
The Foo Fighters, along with Queens of the Stone Age rocked out at a promotional event for the new Blackberry Storm touch screen phone. Although it was a promo event, the Foo Fighters front man -Dave Grohl – told the fans “Ladies and gentlemen, don’t be fooled,” he shouted,” we’re having a rock concert.”
Beatles to be in new video game – Confirmed
Oct 30th
Yesterday, I told you about music from the Beatles could possibly be featured on the video game Rock Band. Today, i can tell you that post was half right. They will be in a very interactive video game but it will not be called Rock Band. It will, however, work with all the Rock Band accessories. This has been a year and a half process of negotiation, and finally we get tid bits of details. More as it comes in.
Hot Topic to launch DRM-free Music Service…Join the club.
Oct 29th
It’s called ShockHound, and it is a complete shocker! I hate to be hating on this because it might be amazing. The service will link you up directly with band merch, editorials, and other goodies. Hot Topic tends to do things in a unique way and we’ll see if the creative genius’ behind this pull it off.
Joaquin Phoenix Quites Acting, Pursues Music
Oct 29th
Joaquin Phoenix, actor in the movie “The Gladiator” and more recently the Johnny Cash bio movie “Walk the Line,” has announced that he is going to “quit” from acting. Quit is a strong word, but he told reporters “I’m not doing films any more.” So, who’s he working with? Word on the street is Tim Burgess. We’ll keep you posted on Joaquin’s new music career.
The Beatles to be on Rock Band…
Oct 29th
This is not the real deal yet, just a very possible rumor. Given that Apple Corps (Not Apple Computer) and MTV have scheduled a press conference for tomorrow at 10:00am. It is rumored that representatives for the Beatles have been talking to and working with the Rock Band team. We’ll see how it plays out and i’ll let you know tomorrow.
Shiny Toy Guns – Season of Poison
Oct 28th
Meet Shiny Toy Guns, not your average indie band / rock band. These guys and gal take the electric aspect of their music to the next level. Their new album “Season of Poison” comes out November 4th. You can pre-order it here.
Check them out on MySpace here.
New Linkin Park Album in 2009
Oct 28th
Chester Bennington, of Linkin Park, told Billboard that they are planning a conceptual record for 2009. My guess is that it will probably be out by late 2009. No need to worry though, Benningtion is coming out with a solo album within a few months (should be early 2009). He will be touring to promote the solo album, but notes that it will not get in the way of the new Linkin Park album.
The Offspring – You’re Gonna Go Far, Kid
Oct 27th
Leave it to The Offspring to bring us another great video. This video has some very original special effects you’re sure to love it.
Evolution of Dance – You Tubes most viewed music video
Oct 27th
In case you we’re wondering which music video has had the most views over time, this is it. I was a little surprised too when I first found out this is #1. This dance video is one to get you laughing.
