To celebrate the release of their eighth studio album, Crash Love, AFI took to the stage at the world famous Roxy on Sunset thanks to local Los Angeles radio station KROQ. In front of an intimate crowd of hundred’s, rather than thousands that typically fill AFI shows, the band played a thrashing 14 song set filled with classics of the past, and a handful of Crash Love gems that are soon to be just that. Highlights of the night were too many to capsulize, but front man Davey Havok’s front flip into the waiting crowd on “Kill Caustic” and the stunning rendition of The Cure’s classic “Just Like Heaven” marked just a few of the moments that lit up the night. Reminiscent of 1995, AFI welcomed Nick 13 (Tiger Army) and Geoff Kresge (ex AFI/Tiger Army) to the stage to sing “Nyquil,” a track from the band’s first album, Answer That and Stay Fashionable. Electric performances of AFI’s radio singles “Miss Murder” and Crash Love’s “Medicate” put a cap on a night that will not soon be forgotten by the fan’s lucky enough to be present that night.
Fans of AFI who could not be at the show now have the chance to watch a handful of videos from the epic evening on KROQ.com. To find out when and where you can see AFI live, visit www.AFireInside.net/events. Crash Love is in-stores now and available everywhere good music is sold.
UK fans who wanted to see Ne-Yo’s performance at Mercy nightclub in Norwich last Sunday received some major disappointment. Not only did the singer not show up until 2Am, but he also only performed one and a half songs before leaving the stage abruptly. The nightclub was forced to issue a statement on its website saying that they were apologizing for the failed event and that they will be issuing full refunds within a month. However, the club was forced to retract that statement due to legal reasons and that they are still in negotiation to resolve all the issues regarding the matter. I think ticketholders will just get screwed.
The Veronicas are set to perform their single “Take Me On The Floor” live next week on So You Think You Can Dance! The Aussie duo will grace the stage of the results show on Thursday, June 25th. Tune in at 9pm (check local listings for more info) to see Lisa and Jess bring their electro-pop goodness to FOX’s dance phenomenon.
Watch the video for the track here and be sure to head over to iTunes to download your copy of the single today. Visit TheVeronicas.com for photos, tour dates and video updates.
The singer and actress surprised people in Georgia when she took a break from filming “The Last Song” and sat in with a band performing at a beachside seafood restaurant and played two songs. The restaurant’s owner related the reactions of those present there: “By the time she finished the first song, there must have been 50 little girls and their moms who came rushing up.” Apparently, they also had a bit of a hard time getting Miley Cyrus out of the restaurant afterwards, the owner relates: “We asked her, `What do you wanna do?’ and she said `I want to get out of here.’ So we walked her to a side entrance nobody knew about and got her in her car.” Oh, Miley Cyrus’ promoters will probably be furious about this one. Singing unscheduled songs for free just for the fun of it? How utterly unartistic and unprofessional!
Lady Gaga paid a visit to ‘The Ellen Degeneres Show’ and performed a stirring rendition of her international smash, “Poker Face”. Watch her tear it up on the keys AND the dance-floor!
“Poker Face” on Ellen:
Brand new remixes of Lady Gaga’s latest single “LoveGame” by Dave Aude, Space Cowboy & Robots To Mars are available today! Download them from iTunes now!
The American Idol contestant blew away with his performance yet again. For last evening he went with “Cryin’” by Aerosmith and his vocal coverage was supposedly excellent… but the band didn’t quite perform up to the singer. Still, the reactions were no less than what was expected. Randy Jackson himself said this about Adam Lambert’s performance: “You should be a rock star! That’s who you are, baby!” It looks like Simon Cowell’s statement is slowly becoming a reality… Adam Lambert has apparently dodged the oncoming bullet once more… gee, what a surprise! Still, there is also tonight to be considered… who knows, the show may yet hold more surprises.
In a new interview with Popeater, Katy Perry talks about the odd facial expressions that John Mayer makes when he’s performing. The ‘I Kissed a Girl’ singer revealed “John Mayer said he’s trying to get rid of his “O” face. Oh, I think it’s sexy. Why would he try to get rid of something that’s just so cool?” If John’s so-called O face is what Katy thinks to be sexy, then I’m highly turned on by overweight plumbers who show their butt cracks as their fixing the leak under the kitchen sink. John’s facial expressions have been the center of some of my nightmares.
Did any of you wonder just why you had to dial Idols 36 for Alexis Grace instead of Idols 13? Apparently, the folks over at American Idol have hit a bit of a perverted snag by having a final 13 this year instead of 12. It turns out that the sequenced telephone number for the 13th performer is already in use by a phone sex company. American Idol only owns twelve numbers, 1-866-IDOLS-01 through 1-866-IDOLS-12, and the porn company snatched up 1-866-IDOLS-13. Also, Ryan Seacrest hinted at a changed rule on the elimination show. Simon Cowell did one better by saying that it involves the judges. I’m thinking that while America gets to “pick” the bottom performers, it will be the judges who will do the eliminating. Stay tuned to tonight’s elimination to find out for sure.
Jessica Simpson walked off the stage in tears right in front of fans that after a series of onstage blunders at a concert in Michigan on February 6. When she could no disguise her mistakes no longer she thought it would be better if she just got off the stage.
Standing at the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan the singer was opening for Rascal Flatts but during her entire 38 minute stay of the stage was filled with repeated errors and the reason behind the mess is believe to be her in-ear audio monitors causing her to forget her lyrics positions on the stages.
Really that would have been a day she would like to forget in a hurry, would been so embarrassing for a singer and performer of her stature to have an off day like this.
We all have bad days. Perhaps all the press heat with regard to Jessica’s weight gain is taking a toll on her. My advice, just pick up yourself, and dust yourself off!
Bruce Springsteen recently opened up to Bob Costas as to why he decided to perform at this past Sunday’s Super Bowl after repeatedly turning down past invites. The rocker bluntly answers with “I have an album to promote dummy. It’s not rocket science.” And here I thought he was one of those few rockers who did everything with integrity. Here’s his Super Bowl performance brimming with a shameless plug for his new album. Money truly drives people to do some very interesting things. Oh well, at least he didn’t have any wardrobe malfunctions to have people talking about him even more.
Clear Channel?s new Stripped series has been a huge success with heavyweights like Linkin Park, Alicia Keys, and Lenny Kravitz stopping by and laying down some truly exhilarating performances. 3 Doors Down recently joined this elite group of artists when they performed material from their newly released album on the online series. The 3 Doors Down episode of Stripped along with a full series archive can be seen here Stripped link:
Mariah Carey performed live on the Jimmy Kimmel Live! Show during a concert at Babylon Court at Hollywood and Highland last week in Hollywood. The 38-year old curvaceous diva performed five songs and even featured a guest appearance by rapper Young Jeezy. She performed ?Shake It Off?, ?We Belong Together?, ?I?m That Chick?, and a medley of ?I?ll Be Lovin? U/Touch My Body?. The mini concert served as a kickoff for the 2008 Samsung AT&T Summer Krush tour which also includes the participation of Gavin Rossdale, LeAnn Rimes, Nelly, Smashing Pumpkins and Good Charlotte. All those stars and they still enlisted the help of Nick Cannon?s lip synching wife.
Acclaimed Universal Republic rock band 3 Doors Down continue to ride high and fast with their hit single called ?It?s Not My Time,? with the Mississippi/Nashville five some grabbing Major League Baseball?s ?prime time? spotlight on Monday, July 14, at legendary Yankee Stadium for the coveted opening slot to MLB?s 2008 State Farm Home Run Derby. The 21st installment of All-Star?s popular Long-ball Fest is the centerpiece of MLB?s All-Star festivities surrounding the 79th MLB All-Star game, which was played at Yankee Stadium the following evening, Tuesday, July 15.
The 2008 State Farm Home Run Derby and one song from their special performance by 3 Doors Down will be broadcast live by ESPN. Currently celebrating their 11th year of live State Farm Home Run Derby coverage, the event is traditionally one of the network?s highest-rated summer programs. ESPN also recently used new music from the band as a complement to its productions throughout the month of June.
Jordin Sparks celebrated Independence Day by performing during Macy?s Fourth of July celebration for the second straight year in New York City on Friday. The 18-year old American Idol champ performed her latest hit ?One Step at a Time?. Before taking the stage, Jordin said ?Having the people be here and lights, it?s like the city that never sleeps. And it?s just like once you get out here you?re just like, ?You know what? I?m good! I can do this! I can perform at this now! I?m good!?? Other performers include British singer Natasha Bedingfiled, country crooner Kenney Chesney and Gavin Degraw.
Rage Against The Machine are considering crashing the U.S. political parties this year when the Republicans and Democrats hold their nominating conventions later this summer reports antiMusic.
While the band only have one U.S. appearance set for this year (Lollapalooza,) Tom Morello said in an interview “There is the possibility that we will be playing at the demonstrations surrounding the Presidential conventions. The Democrats are in Denver, the Republicans are in Minneapolis. But we’re still looking into that.”
RATM staged a protest concert outside the Staples Center in 2000 as the Democrats danced the Macarena while giving their nod to Al Gore. That protest event ended in a near riot as fans and protesters turned violent.
As part of the Verizon VIP Tour with Natasha Bedingfield and Kate Voegele, The Veronicas are doing in-store signings and performances at Verizon Wireless stores across the country. Lisa and Jess are eager to meet their fans, so check the schedule below to see if they will be in your city and be sure to go say hello. Their electro-beat driven album, Hook Me Up, is now available on iTunes in the US
Verizon Wireless In-Store Appearances:
DALLAS
Tuesday, June 10
3:30-4:30 PM
Verizon Wireless
1400 William D. Tate Ave.
Grapevine, TX 76051
PHILADELPHIA
Monday, June 16
3:30-4:30 PM
Verizon Wireless
2220 W Oregon Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19145
BALTIMORE
Tuesday, June 17
3:30-4:30 PM
Verizon Wireless
2562 Solomons Island Rd.
Annapolis, MD 21401
3 Doors Down stopped by AOL?s Studios in LA to shoot an intimate performance for Sessions. Check it out and watch them perform their latest single ?It?s Not My Time?, as well as ?Let Me Be Myself? and ?It?s The Only One You?ve Got? from their brand new self titled release as well as their smash ?Kryptonite.?
Hilary McRae is set to make her national television debut on the CBS Early Show. The soulful siren whose label-mates include Paul McCartney and Joni Mitchell will perform a few songs from her debut album, Through These Walls, which was released last month on Hear Music. McRae is currently on the road opening for Teddy Geiger but will make a special appearance at The Roxy in Los Angeles on June 10th.
Check out the video for her first single ?Every Day (When Will You Be Mine):?
Alanis Morissette?s Nissan Live Sets performance is now featured on Yahoo! Music. This intimate performance of past hits and new material gave die-hard Alanis fans the chance to participate in a special Q&A. Check out the performance, Q&A and exclusive photos at music.yahoo.com/promo-31904706.
Flavors of Entanglement is available in the US on 6/10.
EMBED Alanis? live performance of her new single ?Underneath:?
Ashlee Simpson?s featured Pepsi Smash performance is finally here! Watch her rock out in the Yahoo! studio with three songs from Bittersweet World including ?Little Miss Obsessive,? ?Boys,? and ?Outta My Head (Ay Ya Ya).?
