February 2, 2011

Music News February 2011

Music news
  • Guitarist Gary Moore died in a hotel room in Spain on Feb 6. He was 58.
  • Happy birthday to Matt Groening! (February 15, 1954)
  • Matt Groening documentary http://youtu.be/iX4L1DGtdKU
  • Life In Hell – Comic strips by Matt Groening. http://ow.ly/3Rgj4
  • Radiohead surprised critics and fans by releasing its new album "The King of Limbs" on Feb 18 with a total of eight tracks.
  • Previously-unreleased Johnny Cash songs coming on new compilation. ‘Bootlegs 2: From Memphis to Hollywood’ is out on February 22.
  • Happy birthday to George Harrison (Feb 25, 1943).
  • U2 to release new album on May 27. http://dlvr.it/FYyjR
  • The White Stripes announced their break-up. http://thirdmanrecords.com/
  • Jeff Beck @jeffbeckmusic gears up for a Les Paul tribute tour. http://ow.ly/3T4Oh
  • What Else Is News: Maureen Interviews J – The Full Interview http://ow.ly/1bri1B
  • Blues Legend Eddie Kirkland: 1923-2011 http://t.co/x7gsgW8
  • Trent Reznor Wins Oscar for 'Social Network'. 
  • Neil Young finally won a Grammy Award for his music. “Angry World” won the best rock song.
  • 60th Anniversary Telecaster. Officially named in February 1951. http://ow.ly/3AZnO

Sound Check

  • Who Gives A DamnWho Gives A Damn

    The catchy hook in this upbeat pop song will make you sing along.

  • Drama QueenDrama Queen

    Classic rock ballad. Start off with soft pickings of acoustic guitar and end with passionate electric guitar solo.

  • Les MiserablesLes Miserables

    A blend of rock, techno and poetry. Song inspired by Victor Hugo.