Cooper: I've Always Wanted To Work With Sir Christopher Lee
Alice Cooper's collaborated with many artists, but there's still one guy he'd like to team up with --Sir Christopher Lee. Cooper told the UK's "Classic Rock" that he almost worked with the English actor on the narration for his "Welcome To My Nightmare." Cooper adds, quote, "He has such a distinctive voice. But in the end we went for Vincent Price, because he was easier to get. Of course, he did an excellent job." The rocker's comments Lee's win at the "Metal Hammer" Golden Gods this week. The actor -- known in the U.S. for his turns in the "Star Wars" features -- won the Spirit of Hammer award.
In related news, Cooper's currently offering a digital download of "Alice Does Alice" on his official website. The EP contains new versions of "School's Out," "Elected," and other tracks from the rocker's catalog.
Slash, Buddy Holly Among This Year's Hollywood Walk Of Fame Honorees
Former Guns N' Roses rocker Slash and the late Buddy Holly now have another thing in common. The music superstars made the list of personalities approved to get stars on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame released by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce on Thursday. Slash's star and Holly's posthumous honor will fall under the Recording category. Other veteran music acts getting stars this year are Melissa Etheridge, Bebe & Cece Winans, country trio Rascal Flatts, and 1980s girl group The Go-Go's. Also getting a posthumous star is big swing-era musician Louis Prima.
The honorees and their representatives have five years from this week's announcement to set up their respective unveiling ceremonies.
Michaels Expanding Memoir To Include Recent Events
Had Simon & Schuster released Bret Michaels' memoir in the summer of 2009 as planned, it would have been a different book. That's according to the Poison singer -- who says that the events of last year have shaped his life. Billboard.com reports that Michaels is expanding his autobiography "Roses & Thorns" to reflect the year that was. The 47-year-old says, quote, "I had the Tony Awards incident happen, so they wanted to put that in there. Then I had the brain hemorrhage, and they're like, 'You gotta talk about that...' This book is going to be like 'War and Peace' times six. It's ridiculous." Also in the past 12 months, Michaels won "The Celebrity Apprentice" season three, appeared on the "American Idol" season nine finale, appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," and got another reality series on VH1.
"Rose & Thorns" is currently slated by Simon & Schuster for a February 1, 2011 release. Michaels will appear on ABC's "Good Morning America" this morning where he's scheduled to perform with teen star Miley Cyrus. The two will team up for a duet of Poison's "Every Rose Has Its Thorn."
Vince Neil Solo LP Available, Cantina Opens In Vegas
Former Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil is getting his solo work out there this week. Neil's new LP "Tattoos & Tequila" is streaming at the website IHeartRadio.com now. Fans can buy the entire CD next Tuesday, June 22nd, when Eleven Seven Music releases it. The project has two original tracks, which include the title song "Tattoos & Tequila" and "Another Bad Day." It also features Neil covering well-known hits from some of his influences. Among these are Elvis Presley's "Viva Las Vegas," Sir Elton John's "Bitch Is Back," and Aerosmith's "Nobody's Fault."
Neil has also expanded his empire outside of music with the launch of the new Vince Neil Tres Rios Cantina at the Las Vegas Hilton. The establishment opened June 12th with host Robin Leach on hand to present the rocker with Mayor Oscar B. Goodman's proclamation of "Vince Neil Tattoos & Tequila Day." The bar features Vince's own tequila line, "Tres Rios," along with pictures and memorabilia from his career.
Here is the track listing for Vince Neil's "Tattoos & Tequila," due in stores next Tuesday:
1. Tattoos & Tequila
2. He's A Whore (CHEAP TRICK)
3. AC/DC (SWEET)
4. Nobody's Fault (AEROSMITH)
5. Another Bad Day
6. No Feelings (SEX PISTOLS)
7. Long Cool Woman (THE HOLLIES)
8. Another Piece Of Meat (SCORPIONS)
9. Who Will Stop The Rain (CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL)
10. Viva Las Vegas (ELVIS PRESLEY)
11. Bitch Is Back (ELTON JOHN)
ESPN Weaves U2 Into 2010 World Cup Coverage
Recovery from back surgery is keeping Bono off the road, but his presence on the "global stage" can be felt nonetheless. Billboard.com reports that ESPN's ongoing coverage of the 2010 World Cup in South Africa integrates U2 material heavily. Several of the Irish band's hits were recorded by The Soweto Gospel Choir in anticipation of the soccer tournament. The Soweto Gospel Choir performances were then synched up with footage from U2's Rose Bowl concert in Pasadena, California last year. "Get On Your Boots," "Magnificent," "Where The Streets Have No Name," and "Amazing Grace" were all recorded by the South African choir during sessions in Soweto and Johannesburg.
ESPN's World Cup executive producer Jed Drake says that the songs and their video counterparts may be offered for sale later this year.
"Lennon Naked" To Debut Next Week On BBC
One of the most transitional chapters of John Lennon's life gets a closer look in the biopic "Lennon Naked." The original film is slated to debut on the BBC next week. "Lennon Naked" stars Christopher Eccleston as the iconic musician. It documents Lennon's years from 1967 through 1971. The death of The Beatles' manager Brian Epstein is covered in the film, as is Lennon's romance with Yoko Ono and his choice to move to the U.S. after growing disillusioned with Great Britain. The 90-minute film will run for the first time on the BBC next Wednesday, June 23rd.
Naoko Mori co-stars in the film as Yoko Ono. Rory Kinnear appears as Brian Epstein. Andrew Scott plays Lennon's Beatles bandmate, Paul McCartney.
Black Label Society Releases Second Single On iTunes
Its next album isn't due until August, but Black Label Society is releasing a second advance single from its latest studio project. Blabbermouth.net reports that BLS has made "Crazy Horse" available for download on iTunes. Earlier this year, the Zakk Wylde-led band released "Parade Of The Dead," also on iTunes. Both tracks are off the rockers' LP "Order of The Black," which will debut in North America on August 10th. E1 Music is distributing the project.
In related news, BLS is booked to headline the second stage at OZZFest 2010. The festival kicks off on August 14th at San Manuel Amphitheater in San Bernardino, California.
U2 Sees Red Line On The Horizon
U2's summer festival run is no more after Bono's recent back injury, but he may have an easier recovery because his wallet will definitely be lighter. The canceled dates are hitting the band in the pocketbook. A source tells the UK's "The Sun" that even with insurance U2 could lose close to 150-million dollars from the missed shows. The group's manager, Paul McGuinness, notes, quote, "If we play or not, touring still costs us 500-thousand-pounds a day," which amounts to nearly 741-thousand-dollars.
Bono injured his back during a tour rehearsal in Germany last month, for which he needed surgery. U2 had to scrap their summer North American tour to accommodate Bono's recovery. The band is now scheduled to return to the road in August. U2's new North American dates are expected to be announced soon.
Henley, Meat Loaf To Rock The California Desert This Fall
Meat Loaf and Don Henley are rocking concerts in the California desert this fall. Palm Springs newspaper "The Desert Sun" reports that the rockers are both booked at Fantasy Springs Resort in Indio, California in September. Meat Loaf will play a show at the resort's Special Events Center on September 4th. It was just last month that Meat Loaf released his latest studio project, "Hang Cool, Teddy Bear."
Henley, meanwhile, will perform at the desert venue on September 17th. Henley's concert will feature the rocker's solo hits like "Dirty Laundry," "Sunset Grill," and "All She Wants To Do Is Dance." The 62-year-old will play the solo gig and team up with The Eagles again this October 10th for the Austin City Limits Music Festival. Tickets for both Fantasy Springs Resort shows go on sale today. For more information, visit www.fantasyspringsresort.com.
Today's Birthdays
Paul McCartney is 68.
Today In History
In 1964
The Beatles kicked off a six-night stand in Sydney, Australia.
In 1965
The Dave Clark Five kicked off a five-week North American tour with a show in New York at the Academy of Music.
In 1966
Sam & Dave's "Hold On! I'm Coming" hit number one on the Billboard R&B chart.
In 1967
Jimi Hendrix closed the Monterey Pop Festival with a set that included burning his guitar on stage.
In 1968
London's National Theater debuted "In His Own Write," a theatrical adaptation of the writings of John Lennon.
In 1971
Rod Stewart released the album "Every Picture Tells A Story."
In 1973
Paul McCartney & Wings' "Live and Let Die" broke into the Top Ten.
In 1976
The Pretty Things singer Phil May left the group. He was the last original member in the band, and had been with the group since 1965.
In 1977
Fleetwood Mac's "Dreams" hit number one on the pop singles chart. While the band placed 18 hits on the charts in the '70s and '80s, and had nine enter the top ten, "Dreams" was the only one to reach the top of the charts.
In 1983
Stevie Nicks' "Stand Back" broke into the Top 40.
In 1987
Bruce Springsteen and wife Julianne Phillips separated.
In 1994
The Rolling Stones taped the video for the single "Love Is Strong."
In 2003
A set of stamps honoring the Rolling Stones was issued by the Austrian Post Office, and sales began in conjunction with the band's concert in Vienna.
In 2004
Iron Maiden received the Special Achievement Award at the British Silver Clef Awards in London.
In 2007
The Tokens' Hank Medress died at his home in Manhattan. He had been battling lung cancer. Medress was 68.
The Doors, Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osbourne, The Stooges, former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Peter Green, and Ike Turner were recognized at the MOJO Honours List ceremony, presented by the British music magazine "MOJO."
In 2008
Bruce Springsteen participated in the memorial for NBC journalist Tim Russert. He contributed a recorded tribute to the service, which took place in Washington, DC. At the time Springsteen was on tour in Germany.
In 2009
Crosby, Stills, and Nash; Bon Jovi's Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora; The Young Rascals' Felix Cavalieri and Eddie Brigati; and the men behind "Hair" -- Galt MacDermot, James Rado, and the late Gerome Ragni; were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. In addition, Tom Jones and the team of Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier, and Eddie Holland were among the special award recipients at the ceremony. James Taylor, Rob Thomas, the Fifth Dimension's Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr., and Motown founder Berry Gordy took part in the ceremony.
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