'Let Me Hear You Scream'

What do we think of Ozzy Osbourne's new song "Let Me Hear You Scream?" The song is from the forthcoming album Scream, due June 15th.

I think the song is decent and very commercial. I've had a round-robin email conversation with friends about the track and a few of them mention the absence of Zakk Wylde. It's true, he's missing here but the guitars - courtesy of Gus G. - on "Let Me Hear You Scream" are more than proficient. If you haven't yet checked out the track, you can listen below.

Bret Michaels Remains in Critical Condition

There really isn't much in the way of updates regarding Bret Michaels. He's still in critical condition at an undisclosed hospital. Some reports say he has been awake and talking, others make his condition seem more grim.

From People:

While Michaels remains hospitalized under "intense observation" and further testing following his brain hemorrhage, his rep updated PEOPLE Saturday: 'There are several incorrect reports on Bret's condition. Bret remains in critical condition ... Further tests are being ran and information will be updated in the coming days.'

I didn't feel right writing about something else other than Bret today even if I didn't have much in the way of news to pass along. Might as well pass some time watching some Bret videos.

"Fallen"

"Go That Far"

"Raine"

Wishing Bret Well

I honestly believe decorum is nonexistent in today's society. In the past when someone was either gravely ill or injured, people were polite enough to share a few kind words. If the person had nothing nice to say, well, nothing was said.

When the news broke that Bret Michaels suffered a brain hemorrhage and was rushed to a hospital, I was prepared for the onslaught of panicked comments. What I wasn't ready for was the rash of downright nasty notes.

I'm not particularly talking to anyone here regarding this issue. Obviously if you're reading a website called Bring Back Glam!, you've got at least a modicum of respect for Bret and Poison. Deeper into the Internet, things were less than pretty. Oh sure, there are some genuinely concerned comments on other websites I won't name - and then there are just a ton of horrible jokes and mean spirited messages.

But why? There are reports Bret is stable and that's great and I hope he pulls through. I can't imagine never seeing Poison live again. But what if he doesn't? Wouldn't you feel pretty awful if you'd made some horrible off-hand remark about a man you didn't even know?

For all we know, Bret could be on his deathbed. I don't give a shit if you're not into Poison or Glam or metal period. Have some sense. Your parents raised you better than to talk harsh of the ill and if they didn't, well I'm sorry but that's no excuse. The crux of the matter is that the demographics of this website reflect an older readership. That means even if you had wolves for parents, you should be able to figure out right and wrong on your own by now.

I will not specifically mention the horrible comments I read because I am above them and reprinting them only reduces me to that base level. Real music lovers appreciate all sorts of genres but know when to keep quiet. Look, I don't like Hinder's music - everyone knows that - but I would never wish ill of any band member or make comments praying for their demise. Use common sense and compassion. It's perfectly fine to dislike a band or a new song or album - that's the discourse we love! Hate filled comments steeped in ignorance are what we ignore.

I hope Bret gets well soon. He's young, has kids and lots of fans that love him. Maybe he'll recover and take a little break from working so hard. That's a lesson for all of us.

Bret Michaels Hospitalized, In Critical Condition

People magazine is reporting that Bret Michaels is very ill and was rushed to a hospital with a possible brain hemorrhage.

Here is a quote from the article:

Bret Michaels's health has taken a turn for the worse, PEOPLE has learned: After an excruciating headache late Thursday night, the star was rushed to an undisclosed hospital where doctors discovered he suffered a massive subarachnoid hemorrhage (bleeding at the base of his brain stem), according to a source close to the situation.

Right now, it seems Bret is in critical condition. Bret recently had an appendectomy and also has diabetes.

Dirty In Texas

I interviewed a new band called Anchored last night before their show in Dayton, Ohio. Not particularly metal and not exactly Glam, Anchored is somewhere in-between. (Kid Rock meets Pop Evil, maybe?) Anyway, The interview and show review will post soon on Noisecreep, but I felt compelled to share the video for Anchored's first single "Dirty In Texas" because it seems to have that classic 80s feel. Maybe it's the women, I'm not sure. Oh, and there's a crazy ending too.

John Corabi, Michael Schenker Group Added to Rock n' America

You might recall I posted reading that Michael Schenker would be at Rock n' America. Now, it seems that is confirmed since it is on the festival's website. I love John Corabi and I really want to see MSG live for the first time, so I am completely stoked. By my counting, there are still several bands left to be added - something like 10 or 12 even, so we could get some good ones.

Rock n' America tickets are on sale now, with VIP available. Ticket prices go up soon, so I guess if you're planning on attending, you might as well grab some now. People keep emailing me, asking when the entire lineup will be released. I don't know the magic date, but I hope soon!

Who would you like added to the bill?

Richie Kotzen Tour Dates Announced!

Talk about one tour I'd love to attend...but there just are not enough days (or money) this summer. Here's the release.

HOLLYWOOD, CA (April 20, 2010) – Richie Kotzen will hit the road on his world tour starting in South America April 22nd in Goiania, Brazil, but is working his way back to his long-awaited return to the USA.  This will be his first string of tour dates in the USA in over a decade and a concert not to miss. He will be performing from his 17 plus solo albums with various charting hits he wrote or performed with Poison and Mr. Big.

Kotzens latest critically acclaimed release PEACE SIGN on Headroom Inc is sweeping the Nation. Kotzen has an amazing ability to create projects that awe critics and inspire aspiring musicians having done it again with his new release. “I'm really excited about this new CD,” explains Kotzen. “I'm not sure how I did it, but somehow I think it has a really live sound, even though I'm playing all the instruments on all but four songs. I think it is because of the music I grew up on.  Bands like Cream, The Stones, and of course Hendrix all had that ‘live -- create it on the spot’ sound so I suppose that is the way I hear music.

Kotzen has been touted as “one of the best guitar players in the world” with a voice on par with some of the greatest rock/soul singers. He has also enjoyed a truly incredible journey in the world of music. Among numerous accomplishments, in 2006 as a solo artist, Kotzen was the opening act for the legendary Rolling Stones’ A Bigger Bang Tour in Japan. And in addition to writing and being featured on #1 charting albums and tracks, Kotzen has amassed an impressive 25 plus album discography.

Come see the hot ticket of the year and one of the greatest guitar players to hit the pages of Guitar Player Magazine, Guitar World and more! USA tour dates below~

VIP Packages are available on this tour. VIP Packages include:


- One (1) VIP ticket with early entry to the venue.  Attend sound check with RICHIE KOTZEN!
- A meet and greet with RICHIE KOTZEN!  
- An autographed, limited edition RICHIE KOTZEN 2010 Peace SIgn World Tour commemorative Poster (In addition to your personal item, Richie will also personalize the poster for you at the meet and greet if you'd like)
-A RICHIE KOTZEN VIP commemorative laminate.
-A RICHIE KOTZEN 2010 Peace Sign World Tour T-Shirt.
-A copy of Richie's new CD PEACE SIGN

USA TOUR DATES & CLININCS

May 10             *Sam Ash Guitar Clinic          Orlando, FL

May 11             Skipper's Smokehouse          Tampa FL  

May 12             Club 57 West                         Orlando FL

May 13             Freebird Live                          Jacksonville, FL

May 14             The Local                                Marietta, GA  

May 15             *Sam Ash Guitar Clinic            Nashville, TN

May 16             Mercy Lounge                         Nashville, TN

May 18             Jaxx Night Club                      West Springfield, VA  

May 19             The North Star Bar                 Philadelphia, PA

May 20             *Sam Ash Guitar Clinic            Philadelphia, PA

May 21             The Works                              Reading, PA

May 22             Diesel Club Lounge                Pittsburgh, PA

May 24             *Sam Ash Guitar Clinic           NYC, NY

May 25             Highline Ballroom                   New York, NY  

May 26             Toad's Place                          New Haven, CT  

May 27             Showcase Live                      Foxboro, MA  

For more information visit www.richiekotzen.com