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Black Sabbath Debuts '13′ at L.A. Press Event

Dave Lifton — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:19:27 +0000

Last night (April 10) in Los Angeles, Black Sabbath threw a party for a hand-picked group of media members and VIPs to get the first listen to their upcoming album, '13.' Although Ultimate Classic Rock received an invitation, we were unable to attend. However, our sister site Loudwire and fan site black-sabbath.com were there. A recap of their impressions follows.

Geezer Butler on Black Sabbath's '13′: 'We Have Done the Almost Impossible'

Jeff Giles — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:01:11 +0000

We still haven't heard more than a single riff from Black Sabbath's upcoming '13' album, but nothing's keeping the band members from telling the press we should expect great things from the new songs.

AC/DC's Cliff Williams Gives Update on Next Album

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:58:41 +0000

AC/DC haven't exactly been the hardest-working band in show business over the last few decades. The legendary Aussie rockers have only released three albums since 1990, and their last album was 'Black Ice' in 2008. But in a new interview, bassist Cliff Williams says guitarists Angus Young and his brother Malcolm have been working on some new material -- though he stops short of promising a timetable for a new album.

Yes Considers New Studio Album

Jeff Giles — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 15:06:51 +0000

The ever-shifting members of Yes took a full decade between their last two studio albums -- and lost lead singer Jon Anderson along the way -- but it sounds like they might be thinking about following up 2011's 'Fly from Here' sooner than later.

Kiss, 'Monster' – Album Review

Matthew Wilkening — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 18:10:55 +0000

For one glorious sixty-second span near the end of their new album ‘Monster,’ Kiss once again (and finally) earn the title of “the hottest band in the land.” But what about the other 42 minutes? The magic moment happens during the album’s penultimate track, ‘Take Me Down Below,’ which features a primal, rhythmic riff that [...]

The Who Tribute Album Announced

Dave Lifton — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 03:02:14 +0000

Cleopatra Records, who recently put out a collection of progressive rock stars performing Supertramp songs, will next set their sights on the the Who. On Oct. 2, the label will release 'Who Are You: An All-Star Tribute To The Who.'

ZZ Top, 'La Futura' – Album Review

Matthew Wilkening — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 10:49:56 +0000

After what seems like decades of enticing progress reports from the recording studio, ZZ Top's first new album in eight years, 'La Futura,' has arrived.

The flood of "return to glory" talk may run counter to the proper enjoyment of this record, which after all that time and effort somewhat surprisingly reveals itself as more of a low-key and charming affair.

John Fogerty's New Album Postponed Until 2013

Dave Lifton — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 14:30:28 +0000

We’ve been looking forward to ‘Wrote a Song for Everyone,’ the upcoming album from former Creedence Clearwater Revival frontman John Fogerty. Unfortunately, we’ll have to wait a little bit longer, because the record has been postponed from its original Oct. 9 release date until an unspecified day in early 2013.

The Doors' 1968 Hollywood Bowl Concert Gets Tricked-Out Audio and Video Re-Releases

Dave Lifton — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 19:00:09 +0000

For the first time ever, fans of the Doors will be able to hear the entirety of their famous concert at the Hollywood Bowl on July 5, 1968. On Oct. 23, the band will release ‘Live at the Bowl ’68′ in both video (DVD, Blu-ray, digital) and audio (CD, LP, digital) formats.

Pete Seeger to Release Album With Bruce Springsteen + Guests

Dave Swanson — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 19:39:58 +0000

The man who could be called the father of American folk music, Pete Seeger, is certainly keeping busy. At age 93, Seeger is releasing not one, but two albums this fall. Appleseed Records will issue ‘A More Perfect Union,’ which features 14 new songs written by Seeger with singer-songwriter Lorre Wyatt. The album includes several duets with the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Tom Morello, Steve Earle, Emmylou Harris and Dar Williams.

Boston's New Lead Singer Promises Upcoming Album Will Be Worth the Wait

Dave Swanson — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 18:52:32 +0000

Boston mastermind Tom Scholz has never been known for his quick turnaround on new albums. Though a new album is in the works from the band, recently appointed lead singer Tommy DeCarlo has wisely suggested fans may not want to hold their breath while waiting for it.

Kiss Reveal 'Monster' Track List

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 15:40:52 +0000

Kiss have revealed the track list for their upcoming album ‘Monster.’ Surprise! It’s a poetry-based concept album documenting the changing of the seasons through the eyes of an innocent young child. OK, judging from the song titles… not really. It looks like we’re in for another blast of sex-charged songs about taking chances, conquering long [...]

Kiss Releases 'Monster' Cover Artwork

Kyle Dowling — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 18:53:32 +0000

It’s here! The members of the Kiss army have been scouring the Internet for over a week to find the full cover artwork of the bands upcoming album ‘Monster.’ The legendary rockers have been doing a pretty ingenious thing, releasing portions of the image via their ‘Monster Hunt’ Facebook app. Gotta love Kiss — always [...]

Kiss 'Rockabye Baby! Lullaby Renditions' Album Arriving in August

Chad Childers — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 19:27:33 +0000

Kiss may want to make us adults ‘Rock and Roll All Nite,’ but for the little ones, they’re probably more concerned with getting that sleep routine down. Therefore, the ‘Rockabye Baby!’ series has targeted Kiss as their next hard rocking band that will have their music translated into lullaby form.

Bon Jovi's Richie Sambora Reveals New Release Date, Cover Art for New Solo Album

Kyle Dowling — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 21:13:03 +0000

The release date for famed guitarist and Bon Jovi founding member Richie Sambora‘s third solo album, ‘Aftermath of the Lowdown’ has been changed slightly: it’s now Sept. 18, 2012. Got it? Good! We’ve already been introduced to the first single, ‘Every Road Leads Home To You‘ but now it’s time for more. The past decade [...]

Bret Michaels Works With Michael Anthony, Ace Frehley, Lynyrd Skynyrd + More for New Solo Album

Billy Dukes — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 21:00:01 +0000

It’s somewhat misleading to call Bret Michaels‘ next album a solo effort, as he’s teamed up with nearly a dozen well-known rockers and country musicians. The Poison frontman has recorded the project without the band that made him famous. Instead, artists like Ace Frehley, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Aerosmith’s Joe Perry and many more will join him on Poison hits.

'Heart' Brings Back Old Memories With New Box Set [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 21:31:32 +0000

There may not be something "Strange" about Heart's new box set CD, but "Euphoric" - indeed!

Taking fans back through the evolutionary cycle that is pure Heart, "Strange Euphoria", the climatic discharge of Ann & Nancy Wilson's tribute to some of their best classic rock of four decades, is exceptionally highlighted in what is hopefully not the end of the road for this flame throwing sister act.

Carlos Santana Scores Again in Latest LP Release [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Wed, 16 May 2012 21:08:27 +0000

Are you aware that Carlos Santana played — WOODSTOCK? Before the tender age of eight, he was already playing violin and guitar. Growing up he followed the “biggies” – John Lee Hooker, B.B. King, Jimi Hendrix, and Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac. He’s got 10 Grammy Awards to his name, and because he’s still actively recording [...]

AC/DC Says When We Can Expect Their New Album

Dave Lifton — Sun, 13 May 2012 23:30:28 +0000

For a band that began their career by putting out 12 albums in the first 15 years of their career, AC/DC have become almost invisible as a studio entity in the ensuing 22 years. Despite still having massive global appeal, they’ve only released three albums since 1990′s ‘The Razor’s Edge,’ and nothing since 2008′s ‘Black Ice.’

Bruce Springsteen Streams 'Wrecking Ball,' Title Track To New Album

Dave Lifton — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:13:15 +0000

The seventh track from Bruce Springsteen’s upcoming album is now being streamed, and it’s the title track, ‘Wrecking Ball.’ The stream will be available for today (Feb. 27) only, then it will be replaced by the next song in ‘Wrecking Ball’s’ sequence, ‘You’ve Got It.’ ‘Wrecking Ball’ the album will be released on Tuesday, March 6.