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Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl Kicks Fan Out of iTunes Festival Performance, Video Online

Posted 07/18/2011 at 10:34am | by Josh Hart

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Foo Fighters' recent performance as part of the month-long iTunes Festival is now streaming online, in its entirety, at this location.

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New Red Hot Chili Peppers Song, "The Adventures of Rain Dance Maggie," Streaming Online

Posted 07/18/2011 at 10:34am | by Josh Hart

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The new single from Red Hot Chili Peppers, "The Adventures of Rain Dance Maggie," was set to hit radio later today, July 18, however the track leaked early this morning and has since been posted on KROQ's Soundcloud page.

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Kurt Cobain's Hometown May Name Bridge, Park After Him

Posted 07/18/2011 at 9:48am | by Josh Hart

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Aberdeen, Washington, the childhood home of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, is discussing the possibility of naming a bridge and small public park after the late singer and guitarist.

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Cheap Trick "Lucky To Be Alive" After Stage Collapse

Posted 07/18/2011 at 9:24am | by Josh Hart

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Members of Cheap Trick narrowly escaped harm last night as the stage at the Ottawa Bluesfest collapsed during a severe thunderstorm which sent the band and fans running for cover.

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Lick of the Day: Gary Moore-Inspired Riff by Doug Aldrich of Whitesnake

Posted 07/15/2011 at 3:02pm | by Doug Aldrich

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This free Lick of the Day by Doug Aldrich of Whitesnake is inspired by Gary Moore. It begins with a steady, machine-gun barrage of alternate-picked, palm-muted 16th notes and ends with a wild two-step "over-bend" on the low E string, punctuated by a squealing pinch harmonic.

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Bush to Release 'The Sea of Memories,' Their First Album in 10 Years, in September

Posted 07/15/2011 at 1:08pm | by Damian Fanelli

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Bush have announced a September 13 release date for their next album, The Sea Of Memories. The album, which was recorded with producer Bob Rock (Aerosmith, Metallica), is the seminal band’s first studio release in 10 years and the first to be released via their own imprint, Zuma Rock Records, through a partnership with eOne Music.

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Exclusive Video: Asking Alexandria's Ben and Cameron Demonstrate the "Closure" Guitar Riffs

Posted 07/15/2011 at 11:43am | by Damian Fanelli

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Ben Bruce and Cameron Liddell from Asking Alexandria show how they play their guitar parts in the "simple and effective" verse riff from their song "Closure."

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Swans Working on New Album

Posted 07/15/2011 at 11:23am | by Josh Hart

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Swans are currently working on material for a new album, which the band plans to release in early 2012.

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Legendary Guitar Maker Travis Bean Dead at 64

Posted 07/15/2011 at 10:08am | by Josh Hart

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Legendary luthier Travis Bean passed away this past Sunday, July 10, at age 64. Bean was known for producing guitars with a distinct sound, thanks to their aluminum necks. The build of the necks allowed notes to sustain for much longer.

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Devin Townsend Project: 10-Song Compilation Offered For Free Download

Posted 07/15/2011 at 9:42am | by Josh Hart

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In tandem with the release of the Devin Townsend Project's Deconstruction and Ghost albums, Townsend's label, InsideOut, is offering free download of a 10-song compilation for a limited time.

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Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl Kicks Fan Out of iTunes Festival Performance, Video Online

New Red Hot Chili Peppers Song, "The Adventures of Rain Dance Maggie," Streaming Online

Kurt Cobain's Hometown May Name Bridge, Park After Him

Cheap Trick "Lucky To Be Alive" After Stage Collapse

Lick of the Day: Gary Moore-Inspired Riff by Doug Aldrich of Whitesnake

Bush to Release 'The Sea of Memories,' Their First Album in 10 Years, in September

Exclusive Video: Asking Alexandria's Ben and Cameron Demonstrate the "Closure" Guitar Riffs

Swans Working on New Album

Legendary Guitar Maker Travis Bean Dead at 64

Devin Townsend Project: 10-Song Compilation Offered For Free Download

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