June 1, 2011

Music News June 2011

Music news
  • Ringo & His All Starr Band's press conference & special performance LIVE   
  • Eddie Vedder releases Ukulele Songs LP.  http://is.gd/LZAx11
  • Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young and Dave Grohl contribute to Pearl Jam 20 book which will be released on September 13 to coincide with director Cameron Crowe's documentary of the same name.  http://is.gd/QDEFvk 
  • Leonard Cohen wins prestigious Prince of Asturias literature award in Spain.  Hallelujah!  http://is.gd/3D3Qb4
  • Ronnie Wood was born on June 1, 1947 in Middlesex, England.  He hosts a weekly radio program www.ronniewoodradio.com and won Sony music radio personality award in May.
  • Alanis Morissette was born on June 1, 1974 in Ottawa, Ontario.
  • David Bowie released his first album, David Bowie, on June 2, 1967.
  • Charlie Watts was born on June 2, 1941 in London, England. 
  • Smashing Pumpkins announce tracklisting for new album 'Oceania'
  • Tom Morello announces new Nightwatchman album in August. 
  • National Donut Day falls on June 3rd.   
  • The Kinks Ray Davies traveled round trip from New York to London to re-record one word from 'Coca-Cola' to 'Cherry Cola' in the song Lola on June 3, 1970 due to an advertising ban at BBC Radio.
  • The Doors released Light My Fire on June 3, 1967.  It went on to be No.1 single two months later.
  • Paul Simon streams new album 'So Beautiful Or So What' online http://is.gd/x7Zaeo.
  • AC/DC hint that they will release a new album and tour in 2013 to mark their 40th anniversary.  http://is.gd/dRm4h4
  • The first Beatles recording session took place at Abbey Road studios on June 6, 1962.  They recorded four tracks including Love Me Do.  They were paid for the session of £7.10 ($12.07) each.
  • Prince was born on June 7, 1958 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
  • Post-impressionist artist Paul Gauguin was born on June 7, 1848 in Paris, France.  (June 7, 1848 - May 8, 1903) http://ow.ly/59kYC  http://ow.ly/59kZC
  • Bono was excited about 2012 U2 album.  http://bit.ly/ju1m3X 
  • Legendary Les Paul was born on June 9, 1915 in Waukesha, Wisconsin.  (deceased August 12, 2009)  http://youtu.be/HwjOT9uKf84
  • George Harrison's documentary directed by Martin Scorsese is expected to premiere this year, Harrison’s widow, Olivia Harrison said this week.  http://lat.ms/jV4nJG
  • Happy birthday to... drum roll please... Bun E Carlos! The drummer is turning 6-0 on June 12. (born on June 12, 1951 in Rockford, Illinois)  http://youtu.be/ZajHAmP7dHY
  • John Lennon made his last TV appearance on 'Salute To Sir Lew Grade' on June 13, 1975.
  • Mick Jagger was knighted on June 14, 2002.
  • Metallica and Lou Reed collaborate on new album.  http://is.gd/Z78yW0
  • Paul McCartney was born on June 18, 1942 in Liverpool, England.
  • Clarence Clemons famous sax player with Bruce Springsteen's "E Street band'', died on night of June 18, 2011 at 69. One week ago he suffered a stroke while at home in Florida.
  • Ray Davies was born on June 21, 1944 in London England.
  • Cyndi Lauper was born on June 22, 1953 in New York.
  • 20th anniversaries of Nirvana's Nevermind celebrated with a deluxe reissue in September.  http://is.gd/86GPG6
  • Jeff beck was born on  June 24, 1944 in Wallington, England.  http://youtu.be/HFgx1P_LZ3s  (Beck performing Hammerhead in 2010 Crossroads)

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.