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How Neon Trees & Sick Puppies Celebrate Thanksgiving
With the arrival of Thanksgiving, two up-and-coming rock bands have plenty to be thankful for. Neon Trees are achieving a dream by playing Conan O'Brien's show
Tons of Exclusive Vinyl to Be Released on Black Friday
On this year's Black Friday, while everyone is bustling to big chain stores for those holiday sales, why not make your way to your nearest independent record store? On November 26th, indie record stores around the U.S. will be releasing
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Tangled, Burlesque Among Movies Opening
Before you feast on turkey and dressing this Thanksgiving holiday, you can head to your local theater to see one of four new films opening nationwide.
Bono Talks Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark Musical
With the forthcoming Broadway musical Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark about to make its debut in New York City, U2's Bono, who wrote the music for the show with The Edge, gave a status update on the web-slinging show
The White Stripes Re-Issuing First Three Albums on Vinyl
The White Stripes have announced that they'll re-issue their first three albums -- 1999's The White Stripes, 2000's De Stijl and 2001's White Blood Cells -- on vinyl
Coldplay Announce Festival Shows for 2011
Coldplay have announced on their website that they'll be headlining the Rock am Ring and Rock im Park festivals in Germany next year.
Axl Rose Sues over Inclusion of Slash Avatar in Guitar Hero III
Axl Rose wants no part of his former Guns N' Roses bandmate Slash in the video game world. He's suing the makers of the Guitar Hero video games over the inclusion of a Slash avatar
Blink-182 Announce UK Arena Tour
Blink-182 have announced their first arena tour in seven years. Bassist Mark Hoppus posted five dates in the UK on his blog, saying that Blink is "Going back on tour this summer, after the release of the new album."
A Perfect Circle Drummer Josh Freese Drumming for Weezer on Their Memories Tour
A Perfect Circle drummer Josh Freese confirmed to ABC News Radio that he'll be joining Weezer for their upcoming Memories tour, which kicks off in Los Angeles on November 26th
Disturbed Announce Lineup, Cities for Music as a Weapon Tour
Disturbed have announced the lineup for their fifth Music as a Weapon tour, which includes Korn, Sevendust and In This Moment. Dates and ticket information haven't been announced yet but the cities
Government Suggests Possible Changes in Controversial Airport Security Methods
The TSA is facing national scrutiny after implementing new security measures at airports that have many passengers crying foul. Get the latest word and check out some of the controversial videos.
Weiland Holiday Album Postponed
Unfortunately for his fans, Weiland's planned holiday album will not be released until next year.
My Chemical Romance Boycotts Arizona Performance
My Chemical Romance have canceled a performance in Tempe, Arizona on May 24th, 2011 because of their affiliation with the group The Sound Strike
Lollapalooza Festival Headed to Chile
The Lollapalooza Festival, founded by Jane's Addiction frontman Perry Farrell, will not only be in Chicago next summer but also Santiago, Chile
Blink-182 Announce New Album Release Date
Blink-182 have revealed that their new album, which is still untitled, will be released either in April of May of next year. Bassist Mark Hoppus wrote on his blog
Metallica Issues Statement About Onstage Child/Balloon-Kicking Incident
At a recent Metallica show in Sydney, Australia, guitarist Kirk Hammett was kicking giant beach balls around the stage while playing "Seek and Destroy" when he accidentally kicked
Muse Represent Rock at American Music Awards
To no one's surprise, Sunday night's American Music Award winners were dominated by pop, hip-hop and country acts, but there was one rock winner. Muse were named Favorite Alternative Music Artist
Live Footage of A Perfect Circle Online
If you weren't lucky enough to catch A Perfect Circle live during their recent U.S. tour, footage of the shows has appeared online
2010 American Music Awards Coverage
The American Music Awards aired Sunday on ABC. See a list of winners, pics and performances!
Cage the Elephant Release New Single, "Shake Me Down"
Cage The Elephant have released a new single from their forthcoming album Thank You, Happy Birthday, called "Shake Me Down."
Patrick Stump Confirms Solo Album, Soul Punk, Due in February
Former Fall Out Boy frontman Patrick Stump will finally be releasing his debut solo album, Soul Punk, this coming February. The singer has already posted the handwritten music sheet
Tommy Lee Reveals What It Takes to Be Sexy
While Tommy Lee may not be People magazine's sexiest man of the year -- that would be Green Lantern actor Ryan Reynolds -- he still has a say in what makes someone sexy
Pavement Appearing on Ace of Cakes
When you think of cake, you're probably not thinking of indie-rock bands. That'll change when Pavement appear on a future episode of the TLC show Ace of Cakes
Red Hot Chili Peppers Headlining Rock in Rio Festival
The Red Hot Chili Peppers don't have a new album out yet but they're already booking shows for their return next year. The Rock in Rio festival
Bonnaroo Festival Reveals 2011 Dates
The Bonnaroo Music Festival, held every summer in Manchester, Tennessee,has just announced dates for the 2011 event.
Billy Corgan Calls Pavement the "Death of the Alternative Dream"
Billy Corgan took to his Twitter account this week to post that Smashing Pumpkins "are playing with Pavement in Brazil." But instead of the usual promotion of the show, Corgan took a hard shot at Pavement
OK Go Appearing on Today Show Thursday Morning
OK Go will appear on NBC's Today show Thursday morning at 8:00 a.m. ET. They'll premiere a music video that they shot
The Strokes New Album Is Finally Finished, Says Casablancas
The Strokes frontman Julian Casablancas posted at his Twitter account that the band's new album is "still not going to be out for a few months-mixing, etc, but JUST finally finished it."
Metallica's Hammett Accidentally Kicks Kid on Stage in Australia
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett should watch his feet in the future while on stage. Blabbermouth reports that the incident occurred during a recent show in Sydney, Australia
Poison/Motley Crue Tour Is a No-Go, Says Crue
Poison singer Bret Michaels needs to work on his powers of persuasion. The rocker and reality star committed a verbal gaffe in Windsor, Ontario last weekend
Eva Longoria Parker Files for Divorce from Tony Parker; Did He Cheat with Ex-Teammate's Wife?
After a days of speculation, Eva Longoria has confirmed via Twitter that she is divorcing Tony Parker, who denies infidelity with a previous teammate's wife, Erin Barry.
Sean Lennon's Band, The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger, Announces Tour Dates
Sean Lennon's band, The Ghost Of A Saber Tooth Tiger, have announced U.S. tour dates for January of 2011. The first show takes place on January 6th in Boston
Rock on the Range Festival Announces 2011 Dates
The Rock on the Range festival, the huge hard rock/metal festival held every summer in Columbus, Ohio, will hold their 2011 festival on May 21-22
Kid Rock Announces Born Free Tour, Confirms Birthday Show
Kid Rock is using his 40th birthday as the starting point of his Born Free tour, which will be in support of his new album of the same name
Slash Talks Fergie and "Beautiful Dangerous" Video
The video for "Beautiful Dangerous," the new single from Slash featuring Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie, is considered a bit NSFW because Fergie stars as a barely-dressed celebrity-stalking groupie
Are The Beatles on iTunes Really a Big Deal?
Capitol Records and Apple announced on Tuesday that The Beatles' catalog of music will be available for download on Apple's iTunes service. While the story has grabbed headlines around the world, is it really that big of a deal?
Listen to ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead's New Single
The new single from ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead, titled "Summer Of All Dead Souls," has premiered.
Murderdolls Touring US Through December
Murderdolls will hit the road throughout the U.S. this December on their Violent Night, Deadly Night tour. The first show takes place on December 3rd in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Prince William and Kate Middleton
Prince William is officially off the market! His bride-to-be Kate Middleton is one of England's fashion icons. Take a closer look into the lives of the newly engaged royals.
My Chemical Romance Announce North American Tour Dates
As part of their World Contamination tour, My Chemical Romance have announced North American tour dates that will kick off on April 1st in Portland, Oregon
The Killers Releasing New Christmas Single, "Boots"
Even though The Killers are on hiatus, they've announced on their website that they plan on releasing a special Christmas single called "Boots."
Linkin Park Announce North American Tour Dates
Linkin Park have finally announced tour dates throughout the U.S. and Canada in support of their new album, A Thousand Suns. The tour will kick off on January 20th in Sunrise, Florida
The Beatles Now On iTunes
The Beatles have entered the digital age, as Apple has announced that the band's beloved music will now be carried on the iTunes music store. Get all the details now.
Prince William and Kate Middleton Set The Date
The royal wedding plans are moving right along - Prince William and fiancee Kate Middleton will wed at Westminster Abbey on April 29.
Avenged Sevenfold Announce The Nightmare After Christmas Tour
Avenged Sevenfold will return to the U.S. to kick off The Nightmare After Christmas tour in January. The first show takes place January 20th in Reading, Pennsylvania
30 Seconds To Mars Release Trailer For "Hurricane" Music Video
A trailer for 30 Seconds To Mars' new music video for the song "Hurricane" has been unveiled. Check it out here.
Video: Facebook's New Mail System
You may be spending even more time with Facebook in the near future, as CEO Mark Zuckerberg announces an innovative new messaging product - he says it's not email...
Sebastian Bach Busted in Canada
Sebastian Bach was arrested after an altercation in Canada today (Nov. 15). Sources said the former Skid Row singer was at a bar in Ontario early Monday morning when he broke a wine glass and bit the owner.
My Chemical Romance Will Premiere Danger Days Online November 16th
On Tuesday, November 16th, My Chemical Romance will premiere their forthcoming album, Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys, at their official website
Listen to Jack White Collaborate With Danger Mouse
Producer Danger Mouse of Gnarls Barkley just completed a new album that was five years in the making. It's called Rome. It features music inspired by
Bubba to Appear in Hangover Sequel
It looks like the second installment of The Hangover is going to look a little more presidential than its predecessor
Disturbed Release Trailer for "The Animal" Music Video
Disturbed have released a trailer for their new music video, "The Animal." Check it out here.
Kings Of Leon Explain Why They Turned Down Glee
This past August, Kings Of Leon revealed that they had turned down an offer to have their music featured on the hit TV show Glee. Now, KOL guitarist Matthew Followill admitted to Spinner that the band had never even seen the show
Kid Rock, Carlos Santana, Gavin Rossdale and Bon Jovi Set to Perform at the American Music Awards
At this year's American Music Awards, you can expect to see performances from Kid Rock, Carlos Santana featuring Gavin Rossdale and Bon Jovi
The Decemberists Releasing New Album on January 18th
A new album from The Decemberists entitled The King Is Dead will be released on January 18th. Ten tracks will appear on the album and will feature R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck on three
Damon Albarn Wants to Release New Gorillaz Album Before Christmas
Damon Albarn is setting high expectations for himself -- he wants to release a new Gorillaz album before the end of 2010
Radiohead Guitarist Says New Album Is "Almost Finished"
Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood has told Rolling Stone Italia that the band's new album is "almost finished." Greenwood said the album would have "10 pieces (tracks) maybe some more"
