Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Song of the day: Hurts - "Stay"

Hurts is a band, which released one album so far. However, they have become famous because of their unique styl reminding of 80s. Listen to live version from Rock am Ring 2011 of their single "Stay".

Watch 10 videos from Bon Iver's self titled album (deluxe edition)


Deluxe edition of Bon Iver's self titled album, which came out earlier this year, contains 10 exclusive video clips - each for one song.

You can now all watch them thanks to YouTube here.

There won't be David Bowie musical


According to Guardian David Bowie gave permission to musical based on his hits.

It turns out that David Bowie and his band never gave permission for his music to appear at musical called Heroes: The Musical which was written by Deep Singh.

Press release was issued and it said:

“Neither the David Bowie Organization, nor its co-publishers EMI Music and Chrysalis, has issued a license for a Bowie musical at the O2, as has been reported in the U.K. There are no negotiations pending for a long-running musical featuring the music of Mr. Bowie.”

George Michael may not be able to sing again



Popstar and famous troublemaker George Michael has to face one of his most difficult challenges of his life. He was taken to hospital before his show in Vienna, Austria as part of his Symphonica - The Orchestral Tour. According to known information, he is currently still in hospital. He has got strong pneumonia. In fact, during first days he was fighting for his life. He is stable now, but he is still in danger. Next few days are going to be crucial for him.

His difficult treatment will have probably affect on his voice. According to doctors, he won't be able to sing during 2012. Worse scenario is that his voice won't get better at all. However, let's all hope for the best.

Monday, November 28, 2011

Song of the day: Sting - "Englishman In New York"

Awesome song.

Watch new Noel Gallagher music video

Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds released new 19-minute music video called "Ride the Tiger". It is a video trilogy featuring his current single "If I Had A Gun...".

Red Hot Chili Peppers announced first North American tour dates


Red Hot Chili Peppers revealed first North American tour dates for 2012. Their tour starts on January 25 in Charlotte, NC. There will be more dates announced during next couple of weeks. So far, there are six dates announced.

RHCHP North American tour dates so far:

1/25 – Charlotte, NC, Time Warner Cable Arena
1/27 – Raleigh, NC, RBC Center
1/28 – Columbia, SC, Colonial Life Arena
1/30 – Duluth, GA, Gwinnett
1/31 – Greensboro, NC, Greensboro Coliseum
2/03 – Memphis, TN, FedEx Forum

Beady Eye announced North American tour dates


Today, ex-Oasis Liam Gallagher's Beady Eye announced nine-date North American tour. They still tour in support of their debut Different Gear, Still Speeding. After this tour, the band announced they will begin work on their new album.

Beady Eye North American tour includes the following dates:

29th November - VANCOUVER, Commore Ballroom
30th November - SEATTLE, Showbox Market
02nd December - SAN FRANCISCO, The Warfield
03rd December - LOS ANGELES, Wiltern Theatre
05th December - MINNEAPOLIS, First Avenue
06th December - MILWAUKEE, The Rave Ballroom
08th December - WASHINGTON, 9:30 Club
09th December - NEW YORK, Terminal 5
10th December - BOSTON, House Of Blues

Watch NOFX perform at Occupy LA


Below you can watch NOFX perform "Perfect Government" during their acoustic set at Occupy LA yesterday (November 27). It is actually pretty cool video.They joined many artists that joined Occupy movement throughout the US.

New releases: 48th week


This week we have only three new albums that interest me. However, PJ Harvey's DVD of her Let England Shake, which contains 12 short films looks really good.

Asking Alexandria – Stepped Up And Scratched
Gorillaz – Singles Collection: 2001-2011
PJ Harvey - Let England Shake - 12 Short Films By Seamus Murphy (DVD)