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YES To Release 'Like It Is - Yes At The Mesa Arts Center' July 3

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Iconic Prog Rock Band YES To Release “Like  It Is – Yes At The Mesa Arts Center” 
2CD/DVD & Blu Ray to be released in July on Frontiers
 
Frontiers Music Srl, is pleased to announce the upcoming live release by the legendary rock group YES, entitled LIKE IT IS -  YES AT THE MESA ARTS CENTER on July 3rd in Europe and July 10th in North America.
 
Available in 2CD/DVD, Blu-ray and Digital formats, with a later release planned on vinyl too, this new live album, which follows a similar path to the successful release “Like It Is – Yes at the Bristol Hippodrome”, sees two of the band’s signature albums, 1971’s FRAGILE, and 1972’s CLOSE TO THE EDGE performed live in their entirety on the band’s 2014 world tour.
 
Recorded live on Tuesday August 12th, 2014 at the Ikeda Theater in Mesa, AZ, featuring Chris Squire, Steve Howe, Alan White Geoff Downes and Jon Davison, offers an exciting take on two amazing pieces of music which include live staples such as “Roundabout”, “Heart Of The Sunrise”, “And You and I” and the epic “Close to the Edge”.
 
“That evening in Mesa, Arizona was a great one. The audience was fantastic; they loved the music and really made it a very special night for us. And we were in top form. The music sounded great and we could have played all night,” says YES co-founder and bassist, Chris Squire. “ ‘Like It Is’ brings the magic and wonderful music of that evening to fans everywhere, and we’re sure they’ll enjoy listening to it as much as we did performing it.
 
This new live release comes as YES continues one of its most fertile musical periods in their nearly five decade history and is a perfect companion piece to the other retrospective live release,  “Like it Is – Yes at the Bristol Hippodrome”, which included amazing renditions of “Going for the One” and “The Yes Album”. Formed in 1968, the band has endured for nearly five decades and remains one of the most popular live touring acts in rock n roll. They have recently announced their US tour with label-mates TOTO. All dates and ticket links here: http://yesworld.com/2015/04/yes-and-toto-2015-north-american-summer-tour
           
Watch “Heart of the Sunrise” following this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQiTKZGp-10
 
Tracklisting
Cd1 (Lp1): Close To The Edge; And You And I; Siberian Khatru.
Cd2 (Lp2): Roundabout; Cans And Brahms; We Have Heaven; South Side Of The Sky; Five Per Cent For Nothing; Long Distance Runaround; The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus); Mood For A Day; Heart Of The Sunrise.
Dvd / Blu Ray: Close To The Edge; And You And I; Siberian Khatru; Roundabout; Cans And Brahms; We Have Heaven; South Side Of The Sky; Five Per Cent For Nothing; Long Distance Runaround; The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus); Mood For A Day; Heart Of The Sunrise.
 
YES is:
Chris Squire, bass
Steve Howe, guitars
Alan White, drums
Geoff Downes, keyboards
Jon Davison, vocals
 
Visit THE OFFICIAL YES SITE: www.Yesworld.com
 
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Fri
15
May

R.I.P. Blues Legend BB KING

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R.I.P. blues legend BB King. Pioneer, true legend and music icon.
 
This from the BBC:
 
The 'King of the Blues' guitarist and singer, BB King, has died aged 89, his lawyer says.
King, known for his hits Lucille, Sweet Black Angel and Rock Me Baby, died in his sleep in Las Vegas.
Born in Mississippi, King began performing in the 1940s. He went on to influence a generation of musicians, working with Eric Clapton and U2.
Once ranked as the third greatest guitarist of all time, he had been suffering ill health in recent months.
He was recently taken to hospital with a diabetes-related illness.
A former farmhand, King was awarded his 15th Grammy award in 2009 for his album One Kind Favor.
He was also inducted into both the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Rolling Stone magazine placed him behind only Jimi Hendrix and Duane Allman in its list of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time.
Until recently, King performed in at least 100 concerts a year.
 
Fri
15
May

AEROSMITH's Steven Tyler & Joe Perry Win Emmy For 'Dream On: Stories of Boston's Strongest'

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For the first time in their illustrious career, AEROSMITH's Steven Tyler and Joe Perry can add an Emmy to the long list of awards and accolades they've received.  Tyler and Perry were among the producers honored by the Sports Emmys last week (May 5) for their work on 2014's E:60 "Dream On: Stories of Boston's Strongest," which was directed by AEROSMITH associate Casey Tebo.

E:60 won Sports Emmys for Open/Tease and Edited Sports Special for "Dream On: Stories of Boston's Strongest" featuring a stirring performance by AEROSMITH's Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of their iconic anthem "Dream On" with the Southern California Children's Chorus, which was recorded last April in Los Angeles"Dream On (Boston Strong 2014)"was released as a single via iTunes, the day after the band surprised the audience at The Forum, in Inglewood, CA (July 30, 2014) by bringing the Southern California Children's Chorus onstage to perform the song.

For the special, Tyler and Perry joined E:60 in paying tribute to Boston, the birthplace of the band, with a moving rendition of "Dream On"--an anthem of hope, remembering the victims while honoring the survivors of the Boston Marathon bombings.  The award was one of 11 ESPN won that night--tying the network's highest total ever--at the annual event held for the 36th year by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.

"Dream On (Boston Strong 2014)"debuted Tuesday, April 15 on "E:60 Presents Dream On: Stories from Boston's Strongest," a special hour dedicated to the one-year anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombings.  The show presented five stories of survivors, narrated by celebrity voices of Boston At 2:49 PM, on April 15, 2013, as scores of spectators cheered on the Boston Marathon runners approaching the finish line, two hand-made bombs exploded.  In a split second, the lives of hundreds of people were forever changed. E:60 presented a special program remembering the lives lost and paying tribute to those who survived, their journeys of perseverance, courage, strength and love in the past twelve months.
 
Wed
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May

METAL ALLEGIANCE Signs With Nuclear Blast Entertainment; Debut Album This Fall

Wednesday, May 13, 2015
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After successful appearances at sea on MOT'RHEAD's Mot'rboat and Shiprocked as well as an unforgettable show before NAMM in Anaheim this past January, METAL ALLEGIANCE has signed their first-ever record deal with Nuclear Blast Entertainment. The world-wide deal stems from the popular musical collective uniting to write and record original material this past winter. Brought together by METAL ALLEGIANCE principal partner Mark Menghi, the original material came together from the creative minds of David Ellefson of MEGADETH, Mike Portnoy of THE WINERY DOGS and Alex Skolnick from TESTAMENT alongside Menghi. The four writers then reached out through their metal rolodexes to a diverse lineup of performers, each adding their own personal musical stamp to the collection of nine original songs. More information on the performers and individual track lineups will be released in the near future. The debut album from METAL ALLEGIANCE is slated for release this fall.
 
Nuclear Blast Entertainment President Monte Conner offered up his label as the home for METAL ALLEGIANCE after several meetings. Upon hearing the demos and seeing the list of performers, he felt it was something he wanted to be a part of.
 
'I am incredibly fortunate to be able to work with legendary musicians and personal heroes like David Ellefson, Alex Skolnick and Mike Portnoy, as well as METAL ALLEGIANCE founder Mark Menghi. These guys wrote an amazing and diverse record that is 100% pure metal, and lined up some killer guest vocalists and lead guitarists to bring it home in an epic, shredding fashion - just the leads on this record alone will blow people away!', exclaims Monte Conner, President, Nuclear Blast Entertainment. 'Perhaps the coolest part of all is that unlike similar projects in the past that existed as studio-only creations, METAL ALLEGIANCE were a touring entity first and have now organically evolved into a studio band that makes albums. I am very grateful to these guys for choosing me and the Nuclear Blast team as the vehicle to bring their music to the metal masses.'
 
Stemming from an initial idea in 2011, METAL ALLEGIANCE was born as a way to unite a collection of hard rock and heavy metal's most notable musicians in a setting born under one ideal, a love of music and performing. In 2015, that ideal still holds true and has become the foundation for everything METAL ALLEGIANCE; furthered with the release of the upcoming debut album. While the lineup may change, the passion, the energy and the emotion all remain the same. METAL ALLEGIANCE is more than just a record or a concert, it's an experience and a lifestyle.
 
Previous participants in METAL ALLEGIANCE live events have included: Philip Anselmo/Rex Brown (PANTERA), Joey Belladonna/Frank Bello/Charlie Benante/Scott Ian (ANTHRAX), David Ellefson (MEGADETH), Gary Holt/Kerry King/Dave Lombardo (SLAYER), Chuck Billy/Alex Skolnick (TESTAMENT), Troy Sanders (MASTODON), Mike Portnoy (THE WINERY DOGS) and Andreas Kisser (SEPULTURA) to name a few. These unforgettable events have also spawned surprise appearances by the likes of Geezer Butler (BLACK SABBATH), Phil Campbell/Mickey Dee (MOT'RHEAD), Steve Vai and Billy Sheehan (THE WINERY DOGS).
 
www.metalallegiance.com | facebook.com/metalallegiancetour | instagram.com/metalallegiance | twitter.com/metalallegiance | www.nuclearblast.de/metalallegiance
  
 
Wed
13
May

CHRIS THOMPSON Double Disc Anthology Out Now; New Tour Dates

Wednesday, May 13, 2015
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Legendary Manfred Mann's Earth Band Vocalist Chris Thompson Releases 'Jukebox - The Ultimate Collection' 2CD Remastered Anthology
 
London, UK - Esoteric Recordings is pleased to announce the release of 'Jukebox: The Ultimate Collection', a two disc anthology by legendary CHRIS THOMPSON!
 
Known for his work as the lead vocalist and guitarist on many hits with Manfred Mann's Earth Band, including “Blinded By The Light”, “For You” and “The Mighty Quinn” as well as featured on the classic Jeff Wayne concept album 'War of the Worlds', Chris is also a noted songwriter (penning among other songs the smash hit “You're the Voice” for John Farnham). His most recent studio album, 'Toys and Dishes', his first in over ten years, (released on Esoteric Antenna), gained excellent reviews from critics and praise from fans worldwide.
Chris Thompson continues to draw enthusiastic live crowds throughout Europe. 'Jukebox: The Ultimate Collection' is a fine, brand new 36-track newly remastered compilation of material that has defined Chris Thompson's career, including songs such as “Blinded by the Light”, “For You”, “Father of Day’, ‘Davy's on the Road Again”, “Martha's Madman”, “The Mighty Quinn”, “Thunderchild” and “You’re the Voice’, along with tracks from 'Toys and Dishes' such as “Eddie Wants to Rock” and “Millie Christine”.
 
Disc One;
1. Dark Side
2. Love And Loneliness
3. Father Of Day (Live)
4. Hot Summer Night (Live)
5. Million Dollar Wonder Hit
6. Cold Wind Blowing Across My Heart
7. Spirits In The Night (Live)
8. Whole Lot To Give
9. For You
10. One Man Mission
11. Martha’s Madman (Live)
12. Beat Of Love
13. You Angel You (Live)
14. A Shift In The Wind
15. Eddie Wants To Rock
16. Dream Away Little Girl
17. Don’t Stop
18. The Fire
 
Disc Two:
1. The Mighty Quinn (Live)
2. The Challenge
3. Runner (Live)
4. Redemption Song
5. Land Of The Long White Cloud
6. Blinded By The Light
7. Angel
8. Heart Of The Fire
9. Don’t Kill It Carol (Live)
10. If You Remember Me
11. Millie Christine
12. You’re The Voice
13. Davy’s On The Road Again (Live)
14. Questions (Live)
 
Bonus Tracks
15. Zu Leben
16. Thunderchild (Acoustic Version)
17. What World
18. We Are The Strong
 
Tour dates:
01/05/15 - Bergen Madam Felle, Norway
02/05/15 - Bergen Madam Felle, Norway
13/05/15 - Rjukan Festival, Norway
30/05/15 – Oslo Bjerkefestivalen, Norway
05/06/15 - Egersund Dalane Blues Festival, Norway
03/07/15 - Konsberg Konsberg Jazz Festival, Norway
04/07/15 - 24340 Eckenförde Radio Nora Sommer Open Air, Germany
09/07/15 - Mosjøen Festival, Norway
22/08/15 - Hamar Under Brua, Norway
10/12/15 - 63739 Aschaffenburg Colos-Saal, Germany
12/12/15 - 64625 Bensheim Musiktheater REX – Kulturdenkmal Güterhalle, Germanyy
17/03/16 - 76646 Bruchsal Fabrik, Germany
18/03/16 - 55232 Alzey Alzeyer Oberhaus, Germany
19/03/16 - 53721 Siegburg Kubana, Germany
 
 
 
 
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May

VAN HALEN Add Concerts in NY and LA; Billboard Music Awards Appearance

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Wednesday, May 13, 2015
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DUE TO OVERWHELMING DEMAND, VAN HALEN ADDS ADDITIONAL Hollywood Bowl and
NIKON AT JONES BEACH THEATER concerts
 
New York, NY - Due to overwhelming demand, VAN HALEN has added a third New York area concert at the Nikon At Jones Beach Theater on Saturday, August 15 and an additional Hollywood Bowl show on Sunday, October 4. VAN HALEN is touring North America beginning July 5 in Seattle, Washington at the White River Amphitheatre, with concerts scheduled through October 4. Special guest Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band will support all dates along the tour.

Tickets go on sale Monday, May 18 at 10 AM through www.ticketmaster.com with advanced tickets on sale to American Express® Cardmembers beginning Wednesday, May 13. Tickets for the previously announced shows at PNC Bank Arts Center on August 9, Nikon at Jones Beach Theater on August 16 and Hollywood Bowl on October 2 are on sale now.

Fans can see Van Halen perform on the ‘2015 Billboard Music Awards’ on Sunday, May 17, on ABC from 8:00 PM 11:00 PM ET. The performance marks the band's first-ever performance on an awards show with Eddie, Alex, Wolfgang and David Lee Roth.

Formed in Los Angeles in 1974, VAN HALEN changed the rock and roll landscape forever with the release of their self-titled, 1978 debut album and subsequently produced a repertoire of hits that remain some of the strongest and most influential rock songs ever written that fans will admire for decades to come. With more than 75 million albums sold worldwide, and more No. 1 hits on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart than any other artist, the band's record of achievement is hard to top. The eponymous debut album and 1984 were both certified Diamond, for U.S. sales in excess of 10 million, placing them on an elite short list of double RIAA-certified Diamond Award honorees. VAN HALEN was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007.

Go to http://van-halen.com/ for updates and more information.

 
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The BULLETBOYS Are Back With 'Elefante' On Sale June 9

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The BULLETBOYS Are Back With NEW MUSIC And NATIONAL TOUR
'ELEFANTE' ON CLEOPATRA/DEADLINE RECORDS
ON SALE JUNE 9 WORLDWIDE

COMING SOON - FIRST SINGLE TO HIT THE AIRWAVES: ROLLOVER
 
HOLLYWOOD, CA (May 11, 2015) - The BULLETBOYS are back and ready to tear the house down with their new MASSIVE release ELEFANTE on Cleopatra/Deadline Records, June 9. This long awaited album shows that the BULLETBOYS are unstoppable with their grinding hard rock. Singer Marq Torien's vocals hit every note with the power that is his trademark. 'Can't wait for our fans to hear this album. I put my heart and soul into this music,' exclaims lead singer Marq Torien. 'This album has sick peaks and valleys ... it is NOT a linear album. A straight out labor of love that I've dedicated to my amazing father, all of our Families and our unfaltering BULLETBOYS fans and friends.'

The band consists of founding member Marq Torien (Vocals/Lead Guitar), Nick Rozz (Guitar), Chad MacDonald (Bass) and Shawn Duncan (Drums). All members pouring their heart and soul into the group's first album of original material since 2009. ELEFANTE was produced by Matt Thorne (Trapt/Disturbed), Marq Torien and engineered by Ryan Greene (Alice Cooper/Lita Ford/Cheap Trick/Usher). The great Anthony Focx (Miley Cyrus/Aerosmith/Santana/Buckcherry) mastered this new work of art. 'Working with the Bulletboys was an amazing experience,' explains Ryan Greene. 'Most singers, from back in the 80's, were pretty good but I will tell you Marq knocked it out of the park on this record. His power and passion was second to none and he can sing in tune! No auto-tune needed, he's the real freak'n deal.  If you think for a second this is going to be some rehashed 80's record you are completely wrong!'

TRACK LISTING:
1. Rollover
2. Tsunami
3. Symphony
4. The Villain
5. Kin Folk
6. Saving You From Me
7. As Dumb As
8. Superhuman Girl
9. Drop Your Weapon
10. Bitch Is Back
11. Elefante

The BULLETBOYS are best known for their self-titled album BULLETBOYS in 1988 on Warner Bros. Records, releasing two major hits 'Smooth Up In Ya' and a remake of the O'Jays 'For The Love Of Money' followed by their next album FREAKSHOW with 'Hang On St. Christopher (Tom Waits cover), THC Groove and more ' both albums produced by Ted Templeman.
The BULLETBOYS will be embarking as the headlining act on a 3 month summer tour which is soon to be announced. 'Feel like I'm gonna jump out my Skin .. Can't wait to take this on the Road with the Fellas!! All year!!! He'll Yeah!!! Let's do This!' Marq Torien.

For more information and updates click on: www.bulletboysofficial.com, www.facebook.com/pages/BULLETBOYS/121246147910242 or https://twitter.com/TheBulletBoys
 
Wed
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May

DOCKER'S GUILD Launch PledgeMusic Campaign

Wednesday, May 13, 2015
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Docker's Guild is very proud to announce that their second album titled "The Heisenberg Diaries - Book A: Sounds of Future Past" is finally finished!

Today we celebrate this by launching the crowdfunding campaign in partnership with PledgeMusic. We have prepared over 30 really unique and exciting exclusives for you. Ranging from a basic digital album download (€10), through all kinds of merchandizing, never before heard preproduction demos and documentaries, all the way to the highest honor of all, the credit of executive producer (
5000). You will be part of an excciting journey which only the pledgers will have access to, and contribute in financing not only this album, but also in setting the beginning of production for Docker's Guild 3rd album, "The Mystic Technocracy - Season 2: The Age of Entropy".
 
We can only do it with your help. Help us carry on the dream!

A few links:
Crowdfunding Campaign Page
"The Heisenberg Diaries - Book A: Sounds of Future Past" Digital EPK
Docker's Guild Official Website
Docker's Guild Official YouTube Channel
Docker's Guild Official FaceBook Page


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