Oklahoma hard-rockers Hinder are gearing up to release their Take it to the Limit album on November 4^th. The band has been posting video pieces chronicling the entire recording process on a new widget. They’ve also included video bios on each member where fans can take a glimpse into a day in their life. The band’s debut album, Extreme Behavior has sold close to 3 million copies and their “Lips of An Angel” single was inescapable on rock and pop radio.

Promo Clips for Guns N’ Roses ridiculously long awaited album, Chinese Democracy have hit the world-wide-web. 16 of them, in fact. I’m not going to post all 16 here, but I will post one. I think that’s all that is necessary. I mean, this album has been supported by a world tour twice over, if I’m not mistaken. Kind of odd when an album is supported and promoted by touring two years before it even hits the stores. Here is 1 promo. To view more visit youtube user Bigcrazyattack.

This is really cool. I first read about this over at OzMusicScene this morning before I got the press release on it. The makers of Rock Band, Harmonix also plan on having 500 song available for Rock Band and Rock Band 2 games by the years end. Here is the official press release:

Set List from Legendary Live AC/DC Performances Come to Life in Rock Band for Global Release Beginning November

AC/DC comes exclusively to Rock Band beginning this November for the worldwide release of AC/DC LIVE: Rock Band® Track Pack™ by Harmonix, the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a part of Viacom’s MTV Networks, (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B).   This exclusive deal with Columbia Records and AC/DC marks the first time ever the band has included an entire album for video game play, with 18 live tracks from their prolific live performances becoming available in one electrifying, standalone game. The AC/DC LIVE: Rock Band Track Pack allows players to experience this amazing set list with Rock Band, Rock Band 2 or other compatible music game peripherals.  Full of the band’s classic songs, the game will be available exclusively in the U.S. at Walmart and Sam’s Club this November as a part of the retailer’s upcoming AC/DC program, and in retailers throughout Europe, Australia and New Zealand beginning in early December. 

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After dominating Canada’s rock realm with their platinum record Life, Love, & Lies, State of Shock are looking to have the same impact in the States. Working with producer Jeff Dawson and noted mixer/engineer Mike Fraser (AC/DC, Metallica) allowed for the perfect environment for the band to harness their epic sound, from soaring ballads to intense rock anthems, resulting in their hit single “Money Honey”.

With their powerful live show, State of Shock are no strangers to the road, having opened for Nickelback on the band’s sold-out summer tour. The band will be back at it, as part of Seether’s headlining tour for the month of September.

Tour Dates and bio after the fold…

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Mötley Crüe’s video for “Mutherf*cker of the Year” will make it’s web debut next week. In the meantime, check out the eCard for a sneak preview. Grab it, post on your site and share with your readers!

Also, Mötley Crüe and Guitar Center are giving one lucky band the opportunity to ‘Make Rock History’ with an opening slot on Mötley’s 2009 tour, $20,000 worth of gear from Gibson Guitar, $25,000 in cash, management from Tenth St. Entertainment, and a recording deal from Eleven Seven Music.

For additional details, rules, and regulations and to enter for your chance to make rock history please visit: www.MakeRockHistory.com

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So where DID all the rock stars go? Did they all drown in a pool of excess or all go join Alice Cooper on the golf course? It’s not the excess that the world is missing out on………the world does not need any more hair sprayed bands in make up, and if you need a dose of excess past you can always go revisit chapters 1-30 of “The Dirt.” Where are the huge guitar riffs over multi layered walls of sound that drive you into sensory overload? Hallucinatory hard rockers Bigelf have solved this problem with their latest released “Cheat the Gallows.” Read more

“Rise“, from Eddie Vedder’s soundtrack to “Into the Wild” is being used to raise awareness and resources to fight cancer. ”

Pearl Jam and Eddie Vedder have always been known to rock for a cause and why should they stop now. Cancer has always been an issue in health and probably always will be. In a recent blog on Pealr Jam’s myspace they gave an overview of the efforts of Standup2cancer.org. You can read the overview below and click on the link for more information from Standup2cancer.org

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Taproot’s New Single ‘Wherever I Stand’ From Upcoming Album “Our Long Road Home” Available on iTunes 7/29

From Redmusic:

Los Angeles, CA (July 28) – On Tuesday, July 29th, Ann Arbor, MI-based hard rock quartet TAPROOT will release their first new music in three years when new lead single “Wherever I Stand” goes up on iTunes. The hook-ridden, hard-hitting track introduces the band’s long-awaited new album, OUR LONG ROAD HOME, which arrives in stores on September 16.

The album—Taproot’s first since 2005’s Blue-Sky Research—will be released through Velvet Hammer, the label founded by the management company of the same name (System Of A Down, Deftones, Alice In Chains).

Taproot arrived on the scene in 2000 with Gift, an album that shot to No. 6 on Billboard’s Heatseekers chart, with follow-up records Welcome (2002) and Blue Sky Research (2005) each charting within the first 35 on Billboard’s Top 200. Along the way they garnered critical praise from the likes of Rolling Stone and Vanity Fair, shared stages with bands ranging from Linkin Park to Queens of the Stone Age and saw songs like “Poem,” “Mine” and “Calling” blanket rock radio.

With OUR LONG ROAD HOME Taproot is staying true to their roots, while keeping their grooves current and hearts open. “There’s a sense of energy and excitement about us that we haven’t felt since we released our first album,” says Richards. “We’re ready to hit the ground running.”

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You can listen to Wherever I Stand and You’re Not Home Tonight, two singles from the new album available to stream at Taproot’s Myspace

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Truly unclassifiable high-energy rockers TUB RING are set to embark on a month-long US tour in August with ‘Lost’ Angeles macabre rock duo CREATURE FEATURE. After kicking off the tour in St. Louis, MO, TUB RING will connect with CREATURE FEATURE at Java Jazz in Houston, TX, continuing from there east and up the east coast before heading through the Midwest and the Rockies on their way to Portland, OR.

TUB RING / CREATURE FEATURE - 2008 Fall Tour (tentative):

08/13/08 Wed @ FuBar - St Louis, MO *
08/14/08 Thu @ The Conservatory - Oklahoma City, OK *
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Remember TNT, the 80’s metal band? Me neither, but I’m sure there are some older than I am who may have. I was just a young kid back then and where I lived I only heard of bands that were referred to me by friends…friends that weren’t really into metal. So it wasn’t until the late 80’s, early 90’s that I found my way into the world of hard rock and metal. But enough about my musical deprivation.  The following article was written by Betsy Hijazi for Starbreaker and Tony Harnell. She’ll educate you on the band and what’s to come.Starbreaker Announces Release of “Love’s Dying Wish” If you’re a fan of 80’s metal, you no doubt remember TNT. But if you have no idea who TNT is, here’s a little history lesson from the days when bands had long, flowing hair, wore skin-tight pants, had legions of women falling at their feet, and had songs that ruled the airwaves and MTV. TNT, a Norwegian rock/glam metal band, formed in 1982. It rose to popularity when in 1984 American singer Tony Harnell became its lead singer and TNT released its second album “Knights of New Thunder”.The album was a great success in Norway and TNT was offered a deal with Mercury/Polygram Records in the U.S. In 1985, “Knights” was released in the U.S. and in the era of “I want my MTV”, TNT’s music video Seven Seas was frequently played on MTV, bringing TNT’s sound and look to audiences worldwide. In 1987, TNT recorded a new album, which produced TNT’s hit single 10,000 Lovers In One. With Harnell at the helm, TNT released a dozen albums, including live recordings in Tokyo and Madrid. While still with TNT, in 2004 Harnell formed Starbreaker with guitarist Magnus Karlsson (Allen/Lande, Primal Fear), bassist Fabrizio Grossi (GlennHughes, House of Lords), and drummer John Macaluso (Malmsteen, TNT, Ark). Starbreaker released its self-titled debut album in 2005 and with Harnell and Macaluso both of TNT, the album received worldwide acclaim, particularly with its already built-in fan base. In 2006, Harnell left TNT, taking time to spend with family and to work on projects, including Starbreaker’s second album, “Love’s Dying Wish”. Harnell said, “We all love this album. I think it’s another example of blending the old school sound with something brand new and it’s probably the darkest album I have ever done. In saying that, though, it is quite beautiful in its darkness.” Announced last week, “Love’s Dying Wish” will be released in Europe on August 1st, 2008, and the announcement is already causing a stir among Starbreaker and TNT fans worldwide. New to Starbreaker is bassist Jonni Lightfoot who replaced Fabrizio Grossi. Lightfoot is a touring and recording veteran with extensive credits to his name, including his own CDs Copper Street Fair, Pendulum and Blu. “Jonni has been a great addition to the project!,” said Harnell. “With his aggressive yet tastefully melodic playing, warm tone and flawless technique, not to mention his goofy sense of humor, he fits in perfectly!” Lightfoot added, “Joining the band has been a dream come true. Tony is one of my favorite singers of all time, and getting the chance to work with him is amazing! Magnus and John are also top notch musicians and it’s an honor for me to play with all these guys. When I got the call to do the album I was very giddy. I have always wanted to do an album like ‘Love’s Dying Wish’. According to Frontiers Records, “‘Love’s Dying Wish’ is a very special album that progresses from where the Starbreaker debut left off. With a fresh diversity that spans from pounding metal, to deep moody passages wrapped in a dark and beautifully melodic package. The stunning talents of Harnell and Karlsson are on display in spades with electrifying performances and stellar song writing. These two have truly developed a unique and timeless sound together. Simply brilliant, ‘Love’s Dying Wish’ is going to blow away both old and new fans.” Written and produced by Harnell and Karlsson, the album was mixed by producer Tommy Hansen (TNT, Jorn, Pretty Maids, Helloween). “Love’s Dying Wish” includes the tracks End Of Alone; Evaporate; Love’s Dying Wish; Unknown Superstar; Hide; Building A Wall; Beautiful Disaster; Live Your Life; Hello, Are You Listening?; Changes Me; The Day Belongs To Us; and This Close. See Tony Harnell Live! Harnell will be performing two live accoustic shows in July — His first U.S. appearances in five years. You can see Tony on July 11th at the Rockwood Music Hall in NYC and July 13th at Concerts Under The Stars in King Of Prussia, PA. Tony Harnell’s vocals blow me away and Jonni Lightfoot is a talented guitarist who is a great addition to Starbreaker. It’s a stroll down memory lane to watch some of the old 80s clips on YouTube. I can’t wait for the CD to hit the U.S. market! Four stars (Tony, Magnus, John and Jonni)!!! To hear a few clips, go have a listen on MySpace at www.myspace.com/tonyharnellonline. MySpace: StarbreakerTony HarnellJonni LightfootMagnus Karlsson John Macaluso

Web Sites: Tony Harnell Jonni Lightfoot Magnus Karlsson John Macaluso Face Book Tony HarnellTNT Video Clips Seven Seas Video 10,000 Lovers In One Video Sometimes (2004) Video Images Used by permission from Tony Harnell and Starbreaker