American Idol champ David Cook took a big bite out of his self-titled major label debut album at Hard Rock Café in Times Square last week. His CD dropped in stores last week and is expected to land in the top three during its first week in sales. The 25-year old singer and songwriter recently sat down with EW to talk about his music. When asked about the comparison between him and Chris Daughtry, he said “Opinions and perceptions, man — I didn’t let it get to me on the show, and I see no reason to let it get to me afterward. I just think this record is me, and if people want to compare it to Daughtry, awesome. He’s sold a ton of records. I just hope someday the coin will flip and somebody will compare somebody else to me.”
The Coldplay singer has recently given this answer to the press when asked what he cannot get while in America: “Laid. Oh and maybe a Toffee Crisp.” The singer also mentioned that he split his pants for the first time on stage during his American tour and explained why: “I split my trousers for the first time on stage recently. I aspire to ripping my trousers. It shows I am enjoying myself.” Of course he’s enjoying himself… and given his previous words, we would never think of correlating them and saying that it’s the real reason for which he had that gesture on stage.
Britney Spears has a new documentary coming out and I bet you that Kevin Federline is not going to like it one bit. Britney admits to the world that she married KFed for all the wrong reasons. The recovered pop star talked candidly about her marriage saying “I think I married for the wrong reasons. Instead of following my heart and doing something that made me really happy, I just did it for the idea of [marriage and] everything.” There’s no word from KFed on the matter but I doubt he’s going to come out with his own documentary to answer back.
After seeing steamy pictures of Rihanna and Justin Timberlake shooting the video for the Barbadian babe’s song ‘Rehab’, I can’t help but say ‘finally!’. The music video was just recently released. The video was shot last month in Vasquez Rocks Park, just outside of Los Angeles. JT and producer pal Timbaland wrote the song and also contributed backing vocals in the bridge. Anthony Mandler directed this Rihanna video. He has done so for the tenth time! And as usual, it is amazing! Hey, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. And his partnership with Rihanna as her director is working pretty damn well.
The All-American Rejects have announced they will be gaming with fans on November 24th, from 6PM to 8PM (EST), as they challenge worthy opponents in Frogger and Rock Band 2. Those who want a chance to play with the band can send a friend request to Gamertag AAR GWF(make sure to include a space between AAR and GWF) and be online half an hour before (5:30pm ET/2:30 PST) the Game With Fame session starts.
The following morning, Tuesday, November 25th, the Rejects will perform on NBC’s “Today Show” and the band is looking for AAR fans to come out in force. Special VIP passes will be given to hardcore AAR fans who would like to get as close to the action as possible. Get there early if you want to rock out, VIP’s will be asked to arrive no later than 6:00 AM to West 48th St, New York, NY 10112. If you would like to be a VIP, please include “VIP” in the subject line for the email you send to AARTodayShow@gmail. com
The new album from The All-American Rejects, When The World Comes Down, is now available to pre-order on iTunes! The album will be available in both Standard and Deluxe versions on iTunes. By Pre-Ordering the Deluxe version, you will receive the song “Mona Lisa (When The World Comes Down)” immediately. If you pre-order any version you will receive the song “Here I Sit (demo)” and the iTunes Exclusive Bonus track “On The Floor (demo)” on release day. Additionally, the Deluxe Version will include 5 demo tracks, track by track with Tyson and Nick, and the “Mona Lisa” Video.
When The World Comes Down, which features the hit single “Gives You Hell”, will be available Everywhere on 12.16.08. Game With Fame link:
Meet Hana Pestle — an eighteen year old singer/songwriter that has come a long way from her hometown of Billings, Montana. Hana moved to Los Angeles about a year ago to work on her debut album with Ben Moody, co-founder of Evanescence, who has also produced records for Kelly Clarkson and Avril Lavigne. On top of the ten month recording process, Hana spent most of this year touring with an opening slot on the Blues Traveler, Live, Collective Soul Tour. She has since toured with the likes of Joshua Radin and Jon McLaughlin and is currently on the road with pop/pock band Ingram Hill.
The versatility of Hana’s vocals stands out on her current E.P with the intense single “These Two Hands” and a cover of Leonard Cohen’s classic “Hallelujah.” Hana will be able to tell more of her story on her full-length release due out next year.
Hana may be far away from home in a city she calls “much different yet wonderful,” but she explains, “I’m home wherever my guitar is.” Citing influences that range from Radiohead and Sarah McLachlan to Incubus, Feist and Jack Johnson, it is clear that Hana isn’t bound to any one genre.
Yahoo! Music users have spoken and have voted Hollywood Undead as the latest winners of the coveted “User’s Choice” award. Selected monthly, past winners have included Black Tide, The Spill Canvas, Forever The Sickest Kids, and others.
As this month’s winners Hollywood Undead hit the Yahoo! Who’s Next stage for an exclusive performance of “Undead” as well as an interview with the band that finally answers the question, “What’s with the masks?”
To experience Hollywood Undead face to… mask, check out www.hollywoodundead.com for the latest tour dates and news. Swan Songs is in stores now.
Date Location Venue
Nov 12 Pensacola, FL American Legion Hall – Post 33
Nov 14 Columbia, SC Headliner’s
Nov 15 Fayetteville, NC Jester’s Pub
Nov 16 Charlotte, NC Amos’ South End
Nov 18 Greenville, SC The Handlebar
Nov 19 Jacksonville, NC Hooligan’s
Nov 21 Norfolk, VA The Norva
Nov 22 Richmond, VA The Downstairs Lounge/Canal Club
Nov 23 Charleston, SC Music Farm
Nov 25 Raleigh, NC Lincoln Theater
Nov 27 Louisville, KY Phoenix Hill Tavern
Nov 28 Memphis, TN The New Daisy Theater
Nov 29 Little Rock, AR The Village
Nov 30 Moore, OK Diamond Ballroom
Dec 2 Corpus Christi, TX Brewster Street Ice House
Dec 3 Austin, TX The Parish
Dec 5 San Antonio, TX Scout Bar
Dec 6 Grand Prairie, TN Nokia Live
Dec 10 Des Moines, IA People’s Court
Dec 12 Nashville, TN Sommet Center
Dec 13 Cincinnati, OH Bogart’s
Dec 16 Chicago, IL House Of Blues (Chicago)
Dec 19 Las Vegas, NV THE JOINT @ The HARDROCK
Dec 20 San Diego, CA SOMA
House of Heroes have just premiered their version of the holiday classic “Silent Night.” The Ohio band, whose most recent album The End Is Not The End was delivered via digital stores, has seen an incredible response with the release making it to the #6 spot on the iTunes rock chart and #42 on the overall chart, with a #1 radio hit single and over 1 million plays on their MySpace page. House of Heroes’ discography includes a 2005 self-titled debut and the re-release Say No More in 2006. Prior to signing a record deal with Mono Vs Stereo/Gotee, the band released an indie project What You Want Is Now (2002) to much critical acclaim and a large grassroots following.
Canadian melodic-rockers State of Shock will be digitally releasing their album, Life, Love & Lies on December 23rd. Already a headlining act up north, the band have set their sites on the States with a supporting slot on Staind’s current U.S. tour. State of Shock have also just re-released their track “Rollin” which was originally released on their Canadian debut album. The slow-burning track will also be available on Life, Love & Lies when hits all digital outlets.
Life, Love & Lies is out 12/23 on Universal Records
*all dates with Staind, Seether, and Papa Roach
11/18/2008 Hammerstein Ballroom – New York, NY
11/19/2008 Wicomico Civic Center – Salisbury, MD
11/20/2008 Big Sandy Arena – Huntington, WV
11/22/2008 Hara Arena – Dayton, OH
11/23/2008 Pepsi Coliseum – Indianapolis, IN
11/25/2008 Ford Park – Beaumont, TX
11/26/2008 Freeman Coliseum – San Antonio, TX
11/28/2008 Midland Horshoe Arena – Midland, TX
11/29/2008 Amarillo Civic Center – Amarillo, TX
11/30/2008 County Coliseum – El Paso, TX
12/2/2008 The Fillmore Auditorium – Denver, CO
12/4/2008 Brown County Arena – Green Bay, WI
12/5/2008 McElroy Auditorium – Waterloo, IA
12/6/2008 The Venue at Horseshoe Hammond Casino – Hammond, IN
12/8/2008 Sound Academy -Toronto, Ontario, CA
12/10/2008 The Fillmore Detroit – Detroit, MI
Check out this week’s episode of PCD TV straight from Melbourne, Australia. The Dolls, who represent and encourage female empowerment, send a very important message from their performance at a breast cancer awareness event. Watch them take the stage to help raise money for the cause and spread the message.
Check out Britney’s brand new promo pic for Circus! The album isn’t set for release until December 2nd, but it’s available for pre-order now with an exclusive bonus track called “Trouble.” The deluxe version features 2 additional bonus tracks, the “Womanizer” video, the Making of the Circus album, and a digital booklet. Head over to Britney.com for more info.
Britney Spears opens up about Circus! Check out the brand new interview where the pop icon discusses everything from the “Womanizer” video concept to the difference between Circus and Blackout to her triple win at the VMAs. Be sure to tune into Britney: For The Record on November 30th at 10pm ET/PT on MTV.
Justin Timberlake is being sued by a busboy who claims that the former boy band member doesnt treat employees at his Manhattan restaurant Southern Hospitality fairly claiming that the joint didnt pay him a legal wage. Felipe Ramales alleges in federal lawsuit that he worked for the restaurant for about a year. The suit says that he and other staffers didnt get their proper share of a gratuity charge the restaurant automatically collected from parties with 6 or more diners. Ramales also claimed that he worked more than 40 hours per week without getting overtime. A manager at the restaurant says the tip allegations are false and all staffers made well about the legal minimum wage.
Its pretty obvious that Christina Aguilera has been borrowing looks from Lady Gaga from the hair to the makeup to the outfits. Even Christinas music is starting to sound more like Gagas. Christina spoke about it for the first time last week and now, shes dissing Gaga even more in another interview. Christina said that she just laughs off the comparisons and instead name drops her inspirations minus Gaga naming Sia and Goldfrapp as big contributors to her new look and sound. Also, Christina talks about being pop art inspired. Gaga previously mentioned that as well in previous interviews back in May and with the NY Post.
The movie might not even be in theaters yet but the soundtrack for the vampire movie Twilight has snatched the top spot on the Billboard charts from rock icons AC/DC. The soundtrack has sold around 165,000 copies last week. 29% of which, or 48,000 were digital downloads. The soundtrack for the movie scored the second biggest digital download week for a soundtrack since Nielsen SoundScan began tracking album download sales in 2004. The biggest digital week honor goes to High School Musical 2 back in August 2007 when the soundtrack sold 62,000 downloads in a week. If the soundtrack is any indication, the movie Twilight is going to be huge!
Shes been opening for other acts even though shes a bigger hit than they are but now, Katy Perry has a chance to head out on a tour of her own. The international chart topper is set to embark on her first ever tour next year. The singers tour will kick off on January 23 at Showbox at the Market in Seattle, Washington and will wrap up on April 28 at Jannus Landing in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her four month tour will take her all over the US, Canada and even Europe. Just add a few dates in Asia and she would have had not just her first tour but her first ever world tour.
Guns N Roses have just released a new song off their upcoming Chinese Democracy album. Better is a melodic-rocker with infectious background vocals, sweeping guitar licks, and some of the hookiest melodies Axl Rose has woven together since the bands early days.
Mtley Cre announced today plans for their Saints of Los Angeles 2009 Winter Tour, hours before headlining a special one off performance at the historic Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. The Live Nation produced, Saints of Los Angeles 2009 Tour, will feature special guests — Hinder, Theory of a Deadman and The Last Vegas. The tour kicks off February 2nd in San Diego, CA with 29 shows throughout North America, including a date at Madison Square Garden, with the final performance on March 18th in Portland, ME. Tickets go on sale beginning November 21st at www.livenation.com and www.motley.com.
American Express Card members will have access to presale tickets beginning Friday, November 14 at 5pm local time through Thursday, November 20 at 10pm local time via www.motley.com.
Its great to go back out on a tour like this where the bands are all about returning rock to the forefront of music today, says Vince Neil of Mtley Cre. On top of it, we get to introduce a new band who jumped the line to arenas through the Guitar Center: On Stage contest. Just like Ozzy gave us a chance and took us on tour at the start of our career, were looking forward to taking The Last Vegas on the road and giving them the same opportunity.
Hinder front man Austin Winkler said, “Mtley Cre is a massive influence on us, and an inspiration on so many levels for what we do! Mick even played on the title track for our new album. It will be an honor and privilege for us to tour with one of the greatest rock bands ever! And we can’t wait to party our asses off with them!”
We are so pumped to be a part of what I think will be the biggest and most bad ass tour of 2009. Three kick ass bands on one bill, not to mention how honored we are to play with one of the best rock n roll bands of all f#@%kn time, Mtley f#@%kn Cre, said Tyler Connolly of Theory of a Deadman.
Rock icons Mtley Cre recently returned to the charts with Saints of Los Angeles, their first new studio album with the original line-up — Nikki Sixx, Mick Mars, Tommy Lee and Vince Neil — in over a decade and the ninth studio album in their career. Based on the bands New York Times bestseller The Dirt, the disc debuted at #1 on the Independent Album chart and was the top debut of the week on the Billboards top 200 at #4.
For more information on Mtley Cre, please visit: www.motley.com and www.myspace.com/motleycrue.
SAINTS OF LOS ANGELES 2009 TOUR DATES
2/2-3/18 with Hinder, Theory of a Deadman and The Last Vegas
- Mtley Cre and The Last Vegas only on February 6 and 7 in Las Vegas, March 3 in Miami -
* Indicates On-Sale November 21
** Indicates On-Sale November 22
*** Indicates On-Sale December 6
FEBRUARY
2 San Diego, CA Cox Arena **
4 Reno, NV Reno Events Center **
6 Las Vegas, NV The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel**
7 Las Vegas, NV The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel **
10 Omaha, NE Quest Center **
11 Moline, IL iWireless Center **
13 Grand Rapids, MI Van Andel Arena **
14 Madison, WI Alliant Energy Center **
15 Rockford, IL MetroCentre **
17 Des Moines, IA Wells Fargo Arena **
18 St. Paul, MN Xcel Energy Center **
19 Green Bay, WI Resch Center **
21 Nashville, TN Sommet Center **
22 Birmingham, AL BJCC Arena**
25 Greenville, SC BI-LO Center **
27 Lafayette, LA Cajun Dome ***
28 New Orleans, LA New Orleans Arena ***
MARCH
3 Miami, FL Hard Rock Casino***
4 Orlando, FL UCF Arena **
6 Atlantic City, NJ Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa **
7 Erie, PA Erie Civic Center **
8 Hershey, PA Giant Center ***
10 Ottawa, ON Scotiabank Place *
11 Hamilton, ON Copps Coliseum *
13 Uncasville, CT Mohegan Sun Arena **
14 Baltimore, MD 1st Mariner Arena **
16 New York, NY Madison Square Garden **
17 Manchester, NH Verizon Wireless Arena**
18 Portland, ME Cumberland County Civic Center **
Mariah Carey has revealed to UKs Mirror that she got all old-fashioned before her marriage to Nick Cannon. In the two months that she and Nick dated before their April wedding, there was no nookie at all! Mariah said that is was so worth it saying Its not that we had NO intimacy, we just didnt have complete intimacy. Its just me, and my feelings. I definitely dont want to push it on anybody else. But we both have similar beliefs, and I just thought that it would be so much more special if we waited until after we were married. And it was, and it still is.
Tickle Me Pink have posted the explicit version of the video for their single Typical. The uncensored video features Digital Playground adult film star Gabriella Fox. The track comes from the bands debut album, Madeline. Fans 18+ can check out the clip here: ticklemepinkrock.com/nsfw/
You can catch Tickle Me Pink on the road now with Hawthorne Heights, Emery and The Mile After. Check out the dates below.
November 11th Boise, ID – The Big Easy
November 12th Salt Lake City, UT – Murray Theatre (w/ Emery)
November 13th Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre
November 15th Des Moines, IA – People’s Court
November 16th St. Paul, MN – Station 4
November 17th Lawrence, KS – The Granada Theater
November 18th Chicago, IL – The Metro
November 19th Cleveland, OH – Agora Ballroom
November 20th Detroit, MI – St. Andrews Hall
November 21st Newport, KY – Southgate House
November 22nd Pittsburgh, PA – Rex Theatre
November 23rd Hartford, CT – Webster Theatre
November 24th Boston, MA – Wilbur Theatre
November 25th New York, NY – Irving Plaza
November 26th Poughkeepsie, NY – The Chance
November 28th Townson, MD – Recher Theatre
November 29th Richmond, VA – The National
November 30th Norfolk, VA – The Norva
December 2nd Charlotte, NC – Visulite Theatre
December 3rd Asheville, NC – The Orange Peel
December 4th Hilton Head, SC – Shoreline Ballroom
December 20th Fort Collins, CO – Aggie Theatre (headlining show)
