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Tomorrow night antiMusic is co-sponsoring "Girl Power Night" at the Aqua Lounge in Beverly Hills. Musical acts include Absinthe, Angela Peterson, Calista Carradine (daughter of the famed actor David Carradine), Ashley Garland, Melissa Zeimer, and Precious Metal frontwoman Leslie Knauer, plus an all-star jam to cap off the night. More details here -

Linkin Park Releasing Bootlegs

(Blabbermouth) Linkin Park is launching the "LP Archives: Official Tour Bootlegs" comprised of over 100 professional live concert recordings from 2007 to 2009.

The "LP Archives" will open to the public on March 17 at downloads.linkinpark.com, but Linkin Park Underground fan club members have early access to the "LP Archives" right now and receive a 25% discount on their purchase. Live concert recordings will be offered for $9.99 for each concert, with bundle deals advertising "Buy 5, Get the 6th FREE."

"We originally decided that it would be cool to let our fans buy a recording of the show they just attended," says Linkin Park drummer Rob Bourdon. "Once we saw the positive response to that, we figured it would be even better to make all of the shows available to anyone who would like to download them. We wanted to make the highest quality recordings available to all of our fans." - more on this story

Social Distortion Lose A Member

Eleven months after replacing Charlie Quintana in Social Distortion, Atom Willard is leaving the group to concentrate on Angels And Airwaves, the group he co-founded with Blink-182 guitarist/vocalist Tom DeLonge.

Here is the announcement from the Social D camp: Due to many foreseeable scheduling conflicts with his band Angels And Airwaves, we regret to announce that Atom Willard will no longer be able to continue on drums for Social Distortion.

We know this was not an easy decision for him, but Atom is an incredible individual and we're all better people for having him on board while we did. Atom will be sorely missed, but we wish him the very best. -

Slash To Announce Tour Dates and Solo Band

Slash took to his Myspace blog on Monday to fill fans in on all of his activities and happenings. Here is what he had to say: Hello out there, a little long between updates I know, but I've been busy with promo, rehearsal etc. But all is well, I just had a great little trip to Europe doing press, everybody was great. It was very productive all in all.

Its my pleasure to mention that I have finally regained control of my website from my old merch company, as I am no longer working with them. That means Slashonline.com will be active again ASAP.

Tour dates are coming together. I will have Europe, Japan & Australia dates to announce by next week. South America, Mexico & US dates will soon follow. I'll announce the touring band next week as well. Its going to be a pretty f**king cool band to say the least.

The new "Slash model" Les Paul comes out April 1st in the USA & Custom Shop limited edition models. The Epiphone version hits the stores August 1st. - more on this story

Philip Anselmo From Pantera/Down Frontman To Mogul

The Metal Den's Randy "Rocket" Cody recently conducted an interview with Pantera/Down vocalist Philip H. Anselmo. In the following excerpt they discuss Anselmo's reasons for starting his own label.

TMD: What initially inspired you to want to start your own record label? Philip: There's music I've made in the past, music I'll make in the future, and a handful of bands from around the world that deserve to be heard. The thought of licensing the personal music I've been holding onto for over ten-years with some other "label" was ghastly; it wasn't going to happen. So I knew one day I'd HAVE to put the stuff out on my own! Fast forward to the present… Extreme music has been kind to me on all levels of human existence, so the idea of helping newer bands grow and prosper is natural.

TMD: You signed WARBEAST (formerly Texas Metal Alliance) to Housecore and took it upon yourself to truly be involved in the recording of the band's debut "Krush The Enemy". Why was it so important to you that you be involved so deeply in the process? Philip: 1st of all, WARBEAST is a great band. 2nd, like any of our bands, I want to be as close as possible without interfering. If a band WANTS me to be in the studio with them, it's my pleasure. If not, I trust their judgment. It's THEIR band. If a band wants my production input, I don't charge a cent because we're both working to get the best results, obviously! Their names AND my name will be on the product! The band's satisfaction with the end result is the most important thing. With WARBEAST, I felt that I was familiar enough with Bruce's background, as well as Rick and Scott, to contribute. I also know Thrash Metal VERY well, especially the older school DFW Thrash sound. The band asked me to help out, period. That's all they needed to do really, and man of course I said, "f***ing right!" Bruce and I got to work closely together, and that was a very cool experience. With WARBEAST, there's a lot of detailed to their music, as well as vocal passages that deserved an extra amount of attention. They do what they do so well, we had to make sure everything was clear and audible enough for each guys liking. It's a special record for them. It's a GREAT record to me. - Read the full interview here

Bad Religion Celebrating Anniversary With Free Album

In celebration of three decades of groundbreaking music, So-Cal's quintessential punk rock group Bad Religion has announced plans to record a live album, 30 Years Live, during their upcoming spring 2010 House of Blues tour and offer it as a free "thank you" to loyal fans for a limited time only on May 18.

Beginning today, fans are invited to sign up at www.badreligion.com for a free digital download of 30 Years Live that will be available for a limited time only beginning May 18. Sign up now to reserve your download!

The yearlong celebration continues as Bad Religion prepares to enter the studio to record their 15th studio album which is expected for release this fall. In a recent interview, prolific singer/professor/author Greg Graffin disclosed new information about Bad Religion's recording plans and the upcoming tour as well as his forthcoming book "Anarchy Evolution" which is due out this fall via HarperStudio. - more on this story

Pestilence Set For First US Tour In 16 Years

Technical death metal legends Pestilence are pleased to announce their first US tour in over 16 years!

The 17-date journey will kick off in Baltimore as part of the Maryland Deathfest at Sonar on May 30th and close at the Gramercy Theater in New York City on June 17.

Support will be provided by Warbringer, Vital Remains, Enfold Darkness and Sacrificial Slaughter. - dates

John Lennon Biopic Nowhere Boy DVD Release Set

Icon Home Entertainment today announced the May 10th DVD and Blu-ray release of Sam Taylor-Wood's critically acclaimed rock and roll John Lennon film biopic "Nowhere Boy".

"Nowhere Boy" perfectly captures the essence of John Lennon's teenage years and his introduction to music – from first band The Quarrymen - to his early relationship with Paul McCartney and George Harrison, all of which culminates in the formation of The Beatles and their historic trip to Hamburg.

Featuring a screenplay from Matt Greenhalgh (Joy Division biopic "Control"), "Nowhere Boy" boasts a wealth of British talent, including a career-defining performance from Aaron Johnson (Kick Ass) as the young John Lennon, plus outstanding BAFTA nominated Best Supporting Actress performances from Kristin Scott Thomas as Aunt Mimi and Anne Marie Duff as Lennon's mother Julia. - more on this story

Alpha Rev Takes TV's Greek Back to The 80s With Simple Minds Cover

Alpha Rev will be featured on next week's all new episode of "Greek" on ABC Family. In tune with the 80's theme of the episode, the band will cover the classic "Don't You Forget About Me" by Simple Minds. Even "Back To The Future" star Lea Thompson will be making a guest appearance.

Here is the show announcement: Casey and Cappie get a surprise visit from Cappie's parents, April (Lea Thompson) and Tobias (Jim Abele) – who proceed to invite the couple to join them on a camping trip. While at first reluctant, Casey decides to go in hopes that they may be able to encourage Cappie to choose a major and graduate with her. But she quickly learns that his parents are free-loving hippies who think Cappie should just relax and continue to enjoy his college experience.

Find out how Casey survives her time in the wilderness in an all-new episode of the ABC Family hit series "Greek," premiering Monday, March 15, 2010 (10:00 – 11:00 PM ET/PT). The episode, entitled "Camp Buy Me Love," was directed by Michael Lange and written by Jessica O'Toole & Amy Rardin. Also featured in the episode, Hollywood Records recording artist Alpha Rev makes a guest appearance performing at the Doblers 80s party. - more on this story

Rooney Announce New Album Release

Rooney are very proud to announce the June 8th release of their new album, Eureka . Produced and crafted entirely by the band, Eureka will be released June 8th on California Dreaming Records through Warner Music Group's Independent Label Group.

The follow-up to Rooney's two critically acclaimed albums - Rooney & Calling The World - Eureka sees the band not only showcasing their most inventive and original material to date, but also seeking innovative and self-motivated ways to develop in a new climate, playing a vital role in the future of the music industry.

Taking control of their music brings Rooney back to their roots. Formed in 1999, the band began self-producing and promoting EPs with endless shows on The Sunset Strip and along the way garnered a massive fan base in their hometown of Los Angeles and beyond. Among those fans was Geffen Records, who signed the band and released their first two albums. -

Jam Band Pioneers God Street Wine Reuniting For MS Benefit Shows

They were packing the house at The Wetlands and Irving Plaza before the term "jam band" existed. Dave Matthews Band and Sheryl Crow opened for them. Now God Street Wine will reunite for the first time in nearly a decade for two shows benefiting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society on July 9 and 10 at the Gramercy Theatre in New York City. This week, March 8-14, is MS Awareness Week in the U.S., and tickets for God Street Wine's show go on sale to the public this Friday, March 12.

The band has decided to come together after a request from their longtime stage manager, lighting director and close friend Michael Weiss, who was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, a chronic degenerative disease of the central nervous system, in 2004. Weiss has since become very active in MS-related charity work.

God Street Wine -- Lo Faber (lead vocals, guitar), Aaron Maxwell (lead vocals, guitar), Tom Osander (drums), Dan Pifer (bass) and Jon Bevo (keyboards) -- formed in New York in 1988 and rose up through the improvisational rock scene alongside bands like DMB, Phish, Blues Traveler and the Spin Doctors. They joined the H.O.R.D.E. Tour traveling festival in 1995 and 1996, recorded six albums and performed more than 1,000 shows in their 11 years together. They were pioneers in the early days of the Internet, building an email list of 15,000-plus "Winos," as their fans were affectionately known, and producing one of the first band websites. - more on this story

Airbourne Hitting the Road With Bullet For My Valentine

The Aussie force to be reckoned with known as Airbourne will be spreading their rock 'n roll seeds all across the US this Spring, when they embark on a full US tour supporting Bullet For My Valentine.

Airbourne are revved up and raring for another go-round with American audiences, with vocalist/guitarist Joel O'Keeffe saying, "We're really lookin' forward to tearin' it up on US soil again! This time with No Guts. No Glory., it's gonna be even more rock 'n' roll. It's been a bloody long time between drinks with you guys and we've missed rockin out with you all. See ya out on the road, America!"

Airbourne's second effort for Roadrunner, No Guts. No Glory., will hit retail shelves on April 20. The current single, 'No Way But the Hard Way,' is getting started at radio and is picking up new stations and airplay every week! Also, the band is headlining shows in Europe, many of which are sold out, before they head back to the US. - more on this story

Roky Erickson and Okkervil River Announce Dates

In anticipation of the April 20th release of his new album True Love Cast Out All Evil via Anti-Records, legendary psychedelic-punk rock godfather Roky Erickson, along with acclaimed cohorts Okkervil River, will be performing several shows at the celebrated South By Southwest Festival in Austin Texas.

After the album's release Erickson and Okkervil River will head out for selected appearances across the country.

True Love Cast Out All Evil is Erickson's first new album in fourteen years. Produced by Will Sheff with Okkervil River backing, it is an inspiring and artistically riveting musical document of Erickson's lost decades and heroic journey back. - more on this story

Every Time I Die Release New Video

(Epitaph) Every Time I Die have unveiled a sweat drenched, whisky soaked new video for "After One Quarter of a Revolution" from their recently released album, New Junk Aesthetic.

Compiled of clips from an insanely ferocious show at The White Rabbit in San Antonio, TX, the video is a two minute ripper of stage dives and face melting shredding that will make fans salivate to see them live and pick up the album.

"After One Quarter of a Revolution" is the latest video from the band's blazing hot new album, which has been considered by many critics and fans as their best release in years. Witness the "destruction" by watching their new video now and catching them on tour this spring and summer! - Now that those cliches are out of the way, check out the video and see if it lives up to the hype here

Susan Cowsill Sets Album Release

Lighthouse, Susan Cowsill's second solo album, once again embodies the timeless qualities of heart, soul and craft that are already known to anyone familiar with Cowsill's solo debut Just Believe It. The new album is slated for May 18, 2010 release on Threadhead Records.

Susan first entered the pop-culture spotlight at the age of eight, as the youngest member of the '60s musical family the Cowsills. In adulthood, as a member of the beloved alt-pop supergroup the Continental Drifters, she reemerged as a vocalist and songwriter of remarkable depth and insight. In 2005, Susan made an inspired solo debut with Just Believe It. But the album's creative triumph was overshadowed by the intrusion of real-life events — namely the deaths of Susan's brothers Billy and Barry, and the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, which temporarily displaced Susan and her family from her adopted hometown of New Orleans.

"Lighthouse was written over the last four years during our recovery from Hurricane Katrina," she says. "As you might guess, the songs on this record are pulled from the very deep well of this most life changing experience. Having lost 99.9% of our material and emotional belongings, and one whole human being, my brother Barry Cowsill, there was much to say and feel and express. It has taken all this time to pull ourselves back together to even be able to form comprehensible sentences never mind full on songs." - more on this story