Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 12:01AM Everyone knows I love Adam Lambert. Now there's a full stream of his newest song "Better Than I Know Myself." The song is the first single from Adam's upcoming album TRESPASSING, which is set to hit stores March 20th. I'm excited about this new album. Check out the song - it's not metal, but it is good music!
Friday, December 16, 2011 at 12:01AM Can you handle it? Trixter just signed to Frontiers. The band will release a new album next year! You know what this means, right? This means Trixter will likely play M3 (again). Here's the details on the new album:
Frontiers Records is pleased to announce the signing of TRIXTER for the worldwide release of the band’s reunion album in the spring of 2012!
Formed in Paramus, New Jersey during 1983, TRIXTER would learn their chops playing live in the club circuit around their hometown with the likes of SKID ROW and KIX, before eventually getting signed by Mechanic/MCA for their self-titled debut album in 1990, which spawned the Billboard Hits & # 1 MTV Videos "Give It To me Good," "One in a Million" and "Surrender" and went on to become gold. The band toured nationally during 1990-91 sold out arena tours with POISON, SCORPIONS and WARRANT. TRIXTER's second album, Hear! was released in October 1992, touring in support of KISS. Unfortunately the change of musical climate made it impossible for the band to keep going so, after the release of an independent covers album, the band called it quits in 1995.
TRIXTER finally announced the reunion of the original lineup in 2007. Since then the band played several shows, including a successful appearance at the Rocklahoma festival in 2008. "The band has been playing together for the last 4 years, so making a new record is the next logical step," tells guitarist Steve Brown. "We are all very excited: the new CD will be entitled New Audio Machine and is a classic style Melodic Hard Rock album. All the sounds people have loved about TRIXTER will be there... Great songs, big guitar riffs, catchy vocals and a huge bottom end. A total big rock production!"
Thursday, December 15, 2011 at 12:02AM
Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 12:01AM Finally, we have the official trailer for Rock of Ages starring Tom Cruise and a boatload of other famous folks. I gotta admit, I don't like musicals. I get why Rock of Ages has been successful. I mean, it's based on the 80s and Glam! Still... it's all a little too cheesy for me. The trailer is also a little cringe-worthy. But what can I say? I'm sure I'll end up seeing this movie. Will you?
Oh and props to Perez Hilton for creating a trailer that can actually be shared!
Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 12:01AM Step aside L.A. Guns... now there's two versions of Great White. And go ahead and file this one under the "I didn't see this coming."
So yesterday Jack Russell wrote a little letter, announcing his own version of Great White:
"To all my friends:
Just wanted to announce that I will be coming back with my band, GREAT WHITE, and a BRAND NEW lineup.
"My new bandmates are some of the most incredible musicians I have ever had the privilege to play with: Matthew Johnson, former guitarist for GREAT WHITE; Derrick Pontier, former drummer for GREAT WHITE; Dario Seixas, former bassist for FIREHOUSE and the Stephen Pearcy band; and Robby Lochner, former guitarist for Rob Halford's band and Cherie Currie.
"I am very excited about this new beginning.
"I am feeling better than ever, despite any rumors you may hear to the contrary.
"Unfortunately, and as confusing as it will be, my former bandmates and their manager have decided to continue to tour next year under the name I created, GREAT WHITE. I will be touring under the name GREAT WHITE FEATURING JACK RUSSELL to try avoid any confusion.
"So now the true fans will know the difference."
I just don't even know what to do with this information. I guess we'll be getting one of these versions at M3 this year... I mean, how can we not? I didn't think there was any friction between Great White and Jack... I even thought things were cordial between replacement singer Terry Ilous and Jack... but I guess not. Clearly something has gone down. Whatever the case, I wish all parties good luck. I just hope Jack is well enough to go back on the road. He's been recovering from surgery for months - and you don't mess with your health. Thoughts?
Monday, December 12, 2011 at 12:01AM 
Want some new, up and coming Glam? Then you need to check out Beggarz Fixx. The band is new, new, new and unsigned but the guys already have a demo EP. The self-titled EP features four songs from the UK rockers.
The lead singer Charlie dropped me an email, requesting that I check out the band. He sent me a link to the song "Outta Control" which I really like! The song - all the EP songs - are rough, but that's to be expected. It's a demo after all! Judging by the song quality for being together just a handful of months, I think Beggarz Fixx have a bright future ahead of them. Check it out.
Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 12:01AM The Tracii Guns + Dilana partnership lasted just over two months. It's amazing to me, but it seems Dilana is out as singer of LA Guns. She posted on her Facebook that the rest of the LA Guns tour was canceled... then Tracii started posting about saving the dates and then later he mentioned having Tony West of Blacklist Union singing for the band.
It sort of sounds all financial - maybe times were too rough and it just didn't make financial sense for Dilana to stay on the road with the band. Then again, Dilana also posted on her Facebook that the tour was pretty messed up (she used harsher words) and she has notes about it all.
Whatever the case, Tracii is adamant about going on with his version of the band and continuing the current tour. I guess we'll have to wait and watch for details.
Thoughts?
