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‘It’s a tricky challenge’: Adam Lambert on bringing his own personality to Queen appearances

For Adam Lambert, appearing with Queen — a band established well before he was born — requires a balancing act between honoring their legend and continuing to reach out to the American Idol finalist’s own fan base. You May Also Like: Adam Lambert on the difficulties of updating old QueenRead More

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‘Finding the time, that’s going to be the trick’: Joe Satriani says schedules are holding Chickenfoot back

Both Joe Satriani and Sammy Hagar have new solo albums out. Michael Anthony has been appearing on tour with Hagar, while Chad Smith is doing dates with the Red Hot Chili Peppers. You May Also Like: Joe Satriani’s ‘Is There Love In Space?’ Showcased His Best (and Worst) Impulses

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‘I always loved that sound’: Allman Brothers Band guitarist Warren Haynes pays tribute to Duane Allman

It’s no accident that the Allman Brothers Band’ Warren Haynes plays a Gibson Les Paul, same as the late Duane Allman — who died in a October 1971 motorcycle accident just as the band went supernova behind At the Fillmore East. You May Also Like: Dickey Betts’ Star Rose asRead More

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‘Much broader political and humanitarian statements’: The Wall is transformed on Roger Waters’ relaunched tour

As Roger Waters’ European stadium tour of Pink Floyd’s The Wall hits Budapest tonight, he admits that his relationship with the work has become less personal You May Also Like: Roger Waters Created His Solo Masterwork With Focused, Trenchant ‘Amused to Death’ Roger Waters Discusses the Beatles’ Impact on PinkRead More

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‘We outsell the Beatles and Elvis put together’: Kiss’ Gene Simmons makes no apologies for merchandising

From a 1977 Marvel comic that presented the band as superheroes to a new line of make-up festooned Hello Kitty items, Kiss has perfected a merchandising aesthetic across successive generations. You May Also Like: Kiss – Rock and Roll Over (1976): On Second Thought

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‘It was an unbelievable moment’: Greg Lake on how Emerson Lake and Palmer gave comfort to a dying girl

Greg Lake’s worldwide Song of a Lifetime tour found him sharing stories as much as his discography, then inviting members of the audience to talk about the connective qualities of music. One such tale still stands out. You May Also Like: Greg Lake picks his favorite Emerson Lake and PalmerRead More

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‘Once it feels right, then a tour will come’: Could Adam Lambert’s Queen concert lead to solo U.S. dates?

The next question for fans, after Adam Lambert’s long-awaited U.S. debut with Queen in September, is whether the American Idol finalist will then be emboldened to mount a full-scale American tour. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Brian Wilson’s forthcoming solo album will also feature fellow Beach Boys alum Blondie Chaplin

Brian Wilson has already announced he’ll be working with Al Jardine and David Marks, both of whom joined him on the Beach Boys’ 50th anniversary tour. But that’s not the only familiar face who’ll be on hand. You May Also Like: Why the Beach Boys’ ‘Sail On, Sailor’ Pointed toRead More

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‘What are you going to do?’: A very-much-alive Paul McCartney on the rumors of his demise

The rumor goes back to the late 1960s, and centered in part on the cover of Abbey Road: Was the Beatles’ Paul McCartney actually killed in a 1966 car crash and replaced by a look alike? You May Also Like: The Beatles’ Abbey Road wasn’t just a showcase for PaulRead More

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‘He adds a lot to our show’: Mike Love hails presence of John Cowsill in Beach Boys’ touring band

So much has been made of who is not touring with the Beach Boys — namely Brian Wilson, Al Jardine and David Marks — that one of the band’s special guests has been all but forgotten: Drummer-vocalist John Cowsill You May Also Like: No related posts.