Plant Announces Tour As "Band Of Joy" Release Date Approaches
Robert Plant is ready to take his "Band Of Joy" on the road in his native England. Spinner.com reports that the Led Zeppelin rocker is playing four dates with his side project this fall, beginning with a show at London's HMV Forum on September 2nd. The concerts will align with the release of his LP -- also called "Band of Joy" -- on September 13th. The project, Plant's first album since his lauded 2007 LP "Raising Sand" with Alison Krauss, is described as "Americana" inspired.
Band of Joy is a reference to the blues band that Plant fronted in his pre-Zeppelin days. The 2010 album doesn't reunite Plant with any of his original Band of Joy collaborators, however. Regarding the album, Plant said he recorded 24 songs in 15 days. Plant added that the project "stretched" all involved, but says the enthusiasm was "phenomenal."
Here is the track list for Robert Plant's "Band Of Joy."
1. Angel Dance
2. House of Cards
3. Central Two-O-Nine
4. Silver Rider
5. You Can't Buy my Love
6. I'm Falling In Love Again
7. The Only Sound That Matters
8. Monkey
9. Cindy, I'll Marry You One Day
10. Harms Swift Way
11. Satan Your Kingdom Must Come Down
12. Even This Shall Pass Away
Ringo Starr On Turning 70: "Nothing's Really Happened"
Ringo Starr is playing down the significance of turning 70 this week. The Beatles' drummer -- who hit the milestone on Wednesday -- said that he doesn't feel much different than he did at age 69. Starr commented, "Nothing's really happened. The clock has ticked and now I'm a day older.'' What was on Ringo's mind was the continuation of a birthday tradition that he started in 2008. That's when he asked his admirers to say the words "peace and love" at noon local time wherever they were in the world each July 7th. Starr observed, "There's a little more peace and love than there was, I think, 40 years ago, and certainly it's a lot more more peace and love than 70 years ago, when it was crazy."
Born Richard Starkey in Liverpool, England on July 7, 1940, Ringo was The Fab Four's eldest band member. The next eldest was John Lennon. Had he lived, Lennon would have hit 70 this October 9th.
In related news, Starr ushered in a new decade with a concert at Radio City Music Hall in New York City on Wednesday. Seats for the birthday concert started at around 44-dollars.
The Who's Daltrey Talks Future Tour Plans
The Who's Roger Daltrey says the British music legends plan to rock until they drop. Billboard.com quotes the venerated frontman who says The Who is talking about hitting the road again for a full tour -- possibly as early as 2011. The 66-year-old Daltrey said, "We're looking on probably being out there, hopefully if all goes well, in the spring of next year...We definitely don't want to stop. We feel it's the role of the artist to go all the way through life 'til you can't do it anymore."
Daltrey adds that one of the concepts they're working on is to incorporate their 1973 rock opera "Quadrophenia" into a live show. Daltrey acknowledges that his age could impact elements of the show, citing the fact that it's been 16 years since he's performed that piece -- which includes the track "Love, Reign O'er Me" live. Daltrey and The Who performed the Super Bowl halftime show earlier this year.
Bret Michaels' Doctors Discuss The Rocker's Condition
Bret Michaels' medical team is shooting down rumors that his brain hemorrhage in late-April wasn't serious. Michaels' lead neurosurgeon has addressed what the rocker calls, "erroneous, false and irresponsible statements" that downplayed the hemorrhage. Dr. Joseph Zabramski of Barrow Neurological Institute writes on Michaels' official MySpace page, "For anyone to speculate that this was not a life-threatening medical emergency is absolutely incorrect. Between 15 and 20 percent of patients die as a result of the initial hemorrhage, and only approximately 50 percent of those that survive have a good outcome." The Phoenix-based physician added that Michaels' quick reaction and his decision to seek medical treatment may have saved his life.
In related news, the 47-year-old singer is back on the road. He plays with Lynyrd Skynyrd at Blossom Music Center in Cleveland, Ohio tonight.
OZZFest Treks To Israel In September
The Prince of Darkness is taking OZZFest to Israel this September. Ynet.com reports that Ozzy Osbourne and the alt-metal band Korn are the headliners for the the September 28th festival date in Tel Aviv's HaYarkon Park. Taking the rock festival to Israel is costing a pretty penny -- two-million-dollars. Remaining bands on the roster for the Tel Aviv date have yet to be announced.
The U.S. leg of OZZFest is approaching next month. The trek will kick off at San Manuel Amphitheater in Devore, California on August 14th. Then, the show is on to five additional American cities in less than three weeks, including Tinley Park, Illinois on the 17th; Burgettstown, Pennsylvania on the 19th; Hartford, Connecticut on the 21st; Camden, New Jersey on the 22nd; and Mansfield, Massachusetts on the 24th.
 Steve Miller Band Rocks "CMT Crossroads" Tomorrow Night
Look for Steve Miller on Country Music Television tomorrow night. The rocker's "CMT Crossroads" episode with country star Kenny Chesney debuts at 9:00 p.m. Eastern and Pacific. Miller and Chesney taped the show at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium in March. Their set features Chesney hits like "Living In Fast Forward" and "I Go Back," but the special's focus is on Miller's music. Miller and Chesney collaborate on "The Joker," "Fly Like an Eagle," "Rockin' Me Baby," "Abracadabra" and "Jet Airliner." Regarding his foray into country, Miller said, quote, "Kenny showed me his town, stepped up to play with me and my band, let me jam wtth his guys, then took me to Tootsies for a glimpse of authentic Nashville. Artists this busy usually barely have time for saying hello, Kenny takes the time to get to know you and shares himself."
In related news, The Steve Miller Band released a new LP called "Bingo!" last month. The project marks the band's first studio album since 1993's "Wide River."
Mustaine Discusses Bringing "Big Four" Shows To The U.S.
Dave Mustaine is talking about bringing a collaboration between metal's "Big Four" -- Metallica, Anthrax, Slayer, and Megadeth -- to the U.S. The Megadeth frontman tells Austria's "Stormbringer" webzine, "That's up to Metallica and their camp, because I think it's fairly obvious. For myself, it doesn't need to be the 'Big Four' for me to wanna play with James and Lars. I think if the Big Four doesn't happen [in the U.S.], certainly a Megadeth/Metallica tour would be great -- whether it's just the two of us or if we have a support group or something like that."
Mustaine adds that he's loving the "Big Four's" tour through Europe as he considers himself and Hetfield two of metal's 'big daddies.' He adds, "We were the two guitar players that set the wheels in motion when the first tapes were made of Metallica. I think it's exciting now to look back and see all the millions of bands that have been created off what me and James did sitting in a room in Norwalk."
David Byrne Records Peter Gabriel's "I Don't Remember"
David Byrne is putting his touch on a classic track from Peter Gabriel. Byrne's 2010 version of the single "I Don't Remember" is currently streaming for free at Gabriel's official website. The recording is part of Gabriel's ongoing "Scratch My Back" and "I'll Scratch Yours" series. Gabriel covered a number of career-defining hits from his musical colleagues, including The Talking Heads' "Listening Wind" and David Bowie's "Heroes." Now, several of those original artists are culling through Gabriel's catalog to interpret his music.
"Listening Wind" appeared on The Talking Heads' 1980 LP, "Remain In The Light." "I Don't Remember" appeared on Gabriel's self-titled third album, also released in 1980.
Decca Announces Release Date For John-Russell Collaboration
Decca Records is announcing the release date for the upcoming duet album from Sir Elton John and Southern rocker Leon Russell. The music veterans' album -- "The Union" -- will be available on October 19th. This year's Best Song Oscar-winner T-Bone Burnett is the producer on the project, which also marks the first time that John and Russell have worked together in over 40 years. The two musicians crossed paths in 1970 at Sir Elton's first-ever U.S. show at the intimate Troubadour club in Los Angeles. John and Russell subsequently toured together and sustained a long friendship. Regarding "The Union," Russell said,"Elton called to ask if I would do a duet album with him," adding, "I'm very happy that he chose me to do this." Also appearing on "The Union" as guest performers are Neil Young and Brian Wilson.
Today's Birthdays
Allman Brothers Band drummer Jai Johanny "Jaimoe" Johanson is 66.
Today In History
In 1957
Elvis Presley's "Teddy Bear" hit number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1964
The Rolling Stones' "It's All Over Now" hit number one on the UK pop singles chart.
Elvis Presley's film "Viva Las Vegas" came in 8th at the box office.
In 1967
The Music Explosion's "Little Bit O' Soul" peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1969
Marianne Faithful took an overdose of barbiturates on the set of the movie "Ned Kelly" in what was described as a suicide attempt.
In 1970
"The Everly Brothers Show" debuted on ABC-TV.
In 1971
A, quote, "mini-riot" broke out at a Mott the Hoople concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London. The venue temporarily banned rock concerts from the hall following the incident, and the band was fined more than 35-hundred-dollars.
In 1972
Bill Withers' "Lean On Me" hit number one on the pop singles chart.
Argent's "Hold Your Head Up," and The Hollies' "Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)" broke into the Top 40.
In 1974
David Bowie launched a week-long concert series at the Tower Theater in Philadelphia. The shows were taped and later released as the album "David Live."
In 1977
Steely Dan released the album "Aja."
In 1984
Bob Dylan was joined on stage by Van Morrison and U2 frontman Bono at London's Wembley Stadium for the song "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue."
In 1997
Former Kiss guitarist Vinne Vincent filed a suit against the band and its record label over unpaid royalties.
In 1998
The Roy Orbison Estate filed a 12-million-dollar lawsuit against Sony Music alleging that the company consistently underpaid Orbison in both domestic and international royalties.
In 2003
A lock of Elvis Presley's hair and one of his teeth surfaced at an online auction on eBay.
David Lee Roth released the album "Diamond Dave."
In 2004
David Bowie revealed that he had angioplasty surgery for a blocked artery, which was why he had to cancel his European tour. Initial reports said the singer was suffering from a pinched nerve in his shoulder.
John Mellencamp was among the artists who performed at a fundraiser for Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry at Radio City Music Hall in New York.
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