No Split On Horizon For RadioheadOctober 10th, 2009 RADIOHEAD have reassured fans over their future - they are heading back into the recording studio later this year (09). The British rockers sparked fears they were eyeing retirement after frontman Thom Yorke formed a new band with Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea for a handful of shows in Los Angeles earlier this month (Oct09).
Yorke's New Band Is A SuccessOctober 7th, 2009 RADIOHEAD star THOM YORKE is planning more concerts with his new band after fans loved their initial live shows. The rocker recruited four other musicians, including Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea, to form the as-yet-unnamed group for a handful of gigs in Los Angeles earlier this month (Oct09).
Yorke Forms New BandSeptember 28th, 2009 RADIOHEAD star THOM YORKE has announced plans to hit the road with a new band including RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS bassist FLEA. The rocker has recruited four other musicians to form the as-yet-unnamed group to back him up as he plays live music from his 2006 solo album The Eraser.
Red Hot Chili Peppers, KISS, ABBA nominated for Rock and Roll Hall of FameSeptember 24th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Red Hot Chili Peppers, KISS, and ABBA have been nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. For the 'Californication' hitmakers and rapper LL Cool J, this is the first year of eligibility, as artists can be inducted 25 years after their debut release for contending the honour.
Kiss, Cool J & Chili Peppers Land Hall Of Fame NominationsSeptember 24th, 2009 Rockers KISS, the RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS and rapper LL COOL J are among the list of contenders for next year's (10) Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Other first-time nominees in the 12-strong list include Genesis, Jimmy Cliff, The Hollies and songwriter Laura Nyro, while veterans in contention are Donna Summer, Darlene Love, ABBA, the Chantels and The Stooges.
Facts Of The Day (Fergie)September 23rd, 2009 Rocker SLASH's upcoming solo album is promising to be a star-studded affair - he has added Velvet Revolver bandmate DUFF McKAGAN and DAVE GROHL to the list of big name guests. The untitled release will also feature Nine Inch Nails star Josh Freese, ex-Jane's Addiction rocker Chris Chaney, Ozzy Osbourne, Red Hot Chili Peppers star Flea, Iggy Pop, Fergie and Chris Cornell.
2010 Tony Awards set for Sunday 13 at Radio City Music HallSeptember 9th, 2009 2010 Tony Awards set for June 13 at Radio CityNEW YORK — Broadway's fall shows haven't even arrived yet but the date for the 2010 Tony Awards has been set — Sunday June 13 — at Radio City Music Hall. Winners of awards honoring the best of the 2009-2010 Broadway season will be announced during a live, three-hour telecast by CBS, 8:00 p.m.-11 p.m.
Williamson Rejoins The Stooges To Replace AshetonSeptember 5th, 2009 IGGY POP has revamped his band THE STOOGES by inviting former guitarist JAMES WILLIAMSON to join a reunion following the death of RON ASHETON. Williamson, who hasn't performed since The Stooges split in 1974, was considering early retirement from his computer job in California when his former bandmate called to ask him if he'd be interested in rejoining the act.
Kylie Minogue to headline tribute Abba act in LondonAugust 27th, 2009 MELBOURNE - Kylie Minogue is all set to perform at the Thank You For The Music event, a tribute to Abba, in London's Hyde Park next month. Kylie will not only sing a version of Super Trouper, but will also share the stage with Abba member Benny Andersson for When All is Said And Done.
Red Hot Chili Peppers to end hiatus this fallAugust 1st, 2009 WASHINGTON - After a lengthy hiatus, Red Hot Chili Peppers are reuniting in October this year. While ending split reports, drummer Chad Smith insisted he and his bandmates plan to "jam" together for the first time in two years, reports Contactmusic.
7 best drama nominees include 2008 winner 'Mad Men'July 16th, 2009 'Mad Men' tries to repeat as drama winnerLOS ANGELES — The tiny AMC network has two Emmy nominees for best drama, including the 2008 winner "Mad Men."
AMC's "Breaking Bad" was also among the seven nominees. The series stars Bryan Cranston as a high school chemistry teacher who turns to the drug trade to make a quick buck.
2 NBC Thursday series among the 7 nominees for best comedyJuly 16th, 2009 '30 Rock' goes for third Emmy in a row
LOS ANGELES — NBC's "30 Rock" will try to make it three years in a row as the Emmy winner for best comedy. Tina Fey's series set backstage at a network comedy show was joined by another NBC Thursday night series as a nominee — "The Office."
The Fox animated series "Family Guy" is among the seven best comedy nominees.
Academy Awards to expand Best Picture nominees to 10 filmsJune 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - The 82nd Academy Awards, which will be presented on March 7, 2010, will have 10 feature films vying in the Best Picture category, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced. "After more than six decades, the Academy is returning to some of its earlier roots, when a wider field competed for the top award of the year," People magazine quoted President Sid Ganis, as saying.
Samuel L. Jackson's a huge Abba fanJune 24th, 2009 LONDON - Actor Samuel L. Jackson wanted to star in hit musical movie MAMMA MIA! - because he's a huge Abba fan.
Oscar winner Sean Penn drops out of 'Cartel,' 'The Three Stooges'; would rejoin if postponedJune 17th, 2009 Sean Penn drops out of 'Cartel,' 'Three Stooges'LOS ANGELES — Sean Penn will not be one of "The Three Stooges" or join "Cartel."
A spokeswoman for the Oscar winner said he is dropping out of the films. Penn spokeswoman Mara Buxbaum did not specify a reason, but said if the start dates on the productions were to be postponed, Penn would remain involved.
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