Wes Scantlin

When you visit Graceland in Memphis, you must act with decency, respect, and with good behavior. Wes Scantlin must've forgot. Wes is the singer for Puddle of Mudd, and he recently visited Elvis's home and decided he would take a swim in the pool. He is banned for life (I'm sure that means from now until there is no museum anymore). Scantlin was fully clothed when he took the dip. Puddle of Mudd has a new cd out Rocktober 9 called 'Famous'.

September 30th birthdays: Dewey Martin from Buffalo Springfield is 65; John Lombardo, formerly of 10,000 Mainiacs, is 55; Bill Rieflin from R.E.M. is 47; Robby Takac from the Goo Goo Dolls is 43;

Dewey Martin

Sammy Hagar at 60?, Rock Hall of Fame nominees, George Harrison documentary

Sammy Hagar is turning 60 next month, I kid you not!!! First thought is "NO WAY"!!! He and his band the Wabos will be celebrating big time with 6 shows at his Cabo Wabo Cantina in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Michael Anthony and his band will appear October 13th. Then they hit the road for a North American tour through July 2008. 60, dude! Wow

In order to be one of this years nominees to be put into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame the artist or band had to release their first single no later than 1982. This years nominees are: John Mellencamp, along with Madonna, the Beastie Boys, Leonard Cohen, Afrika Bambaataa, Chic, the Ventures, Donna Summer and the Dave Clark Five. 5 of those will be inducted March 10, 2008 in New York. 500 musicians, industry professionals and journalists vote on the inductions.



Martin Scorsese is to direct a documentary on George Harrison with the help and blessing of his widow Olivia Harrison. George being my fav Beatle this is exciting for me. Work is already underway. It's also been reported that Paul and Ringo will contribute to the film. It will cover his time with the Beatles and his often under-appreciated fantastic solo career. Can't wait.

September 29th birthdays: Jerry lee Lewis is 72; Mark Farner from Grand Funk Railroad is 59; Mike Pinera from Blues Image, Iron Butterfly and was once the guitarist for Alice Cooper is also 59; John Payne from Asia is 49; Leslie Edward "Les" Claypool from Primus is 44; Brad Smith from Blind Melon is 39;

Van Halen Playlist

The Van Halen tour is underway!!!
Today's playlist (which I first published here back on September 11) now comes to life!!!!

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What now for Spector

In yesterdays blog about the Phil Spector mistrial I stated that I thought the Los Angeles DA couldn't retry Spector, but I was informed today that yes they could simply because he wasn't found guilty or not guilty. There will be a hearing Rocktober 3 where the district attorney will ask permission to retry Spector. Spector has more troubles in front of him when you stop and think about it. Going through a trial is emotionally and physically draining, now he might have to do it again. Can he afford it? I'm sure his bank account has suffered greatly these past 4 years. Most folks feel like he is guilty so his 'celebrity' has suffered. But he was always thought of as essentric so his reputation was already tarnished anyway. I remember watching video of when he was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. He acted like such a fool.

September 27th birthdays: Randy Bachman from Bachman-Turner Overdrive is 64; Meat Loaf is 56; Greg Han from Men At Work is 54; Stephan Jenkings from Third Eye Blind is 43; Brad Arnold from 3 Doors Down is 29;

Phil Spector MIStrial update

Seems as tho if you live in LA, are a celebrity (famous one or not) and have some dough you ain't going to jail. Let's face it, whether the prosecution could prove it or not, Phil Spector killed Lana Clarkson February 3, 2003. However, a mistrial was declared today by Judge Larry Fidler after the jury for the second time could not reach a verdict. A hearing has been set for Rocktober 3 where the prosecution will decide whether they will seek a retrial (I thought that it was against the law to retry someone?). The jury deliberated for 12 days and were split 10-2. This did not surprise me at all as, lucky for Spector, there just was not enough physical evidence to convict him. In some of the blogs I've been reading about the hung jury folks have been saying that there was enough evidence, but in actuality there was not.

Now there is a sheriff's investigation into a myspace.com posting which stated "I lovePhil Spector" and "The Evil Judge should DIE"! Whoa!!! The page has been taken down, which was called 'Team Spector'. It was signed "xoxo Chelle". And what is Spector's wifes' name? Rachelle. Of course the defense said that she has denied any involvement.

Cool article about Lenny Kravitz. http://www.cnn.com/2007/SHOWBIZ/Music/09/25/music.lennykravitz.ap/index.html

September 26th birthdays: Cesar Rosas from Los Lobos is 53; Al Pitrelli, who has played guitar for Megadeth, Blue Oyster Cult, Trans-Siberian Orchestra (and others) is 45;

Bruce Springsteen, New Releases

Bruce Springsteen has a new Cd coming out Rocktober 2, and he and the E Street Band will hit the road the same day, starting in Hartford, Connecticut. Last night the band played a warm up show in Asbury Park, New Jersey. They played 7 songs from the new CD.

New Releases scheduled for today: Twisted Sister - A Twisted Christmas Live (DVD); Canned Heat - Christmas Album; Foo Fighters - Echoes, Silence, Patience And Grace; Pearl Jam - Immagine in Cornice: Picture in a Frame (DVD); Tesla - Real To Reel Vol. 2; Melissa Etheridge - The Awakening;

Rolling Stones Playlist

Today's playlist is a selection of tracks by the Rolling Stones! How many of these tracks do you know?? Enjoy!!

New Releases

New Releases scheduled for tomorrow: Twisted Sister - A Twisted Christmas Live (DVD); Canned Heat - Christmas Album; Foo Fighters - Echoes, Silence, Patience And Grace; Pearl Jam - Immagine in Cornice: Picture in a Frame (DVD); Tesla - Real To Reel Vol. 2; Melissa Etheridge - The Awakening;

September 23rd birthdays

September 23rd birthdays: Bruce Springsteen is 58;

September 22 birthdays

September 22 birthdays: David Coverdale from Deep Purple, Whitesnake and Coverdale/Page is 56; Joan Jett is 49; Matt Sharp from Weezer is 38;

The Who DVD, Foo Fighters, Santana

Yesterday we mentioned a new concert DVD from Queen, today we learn of a new DVD from the Who which will contain some rarities entitled 'Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who.' Release date is November 6th. There are some video of the band when they were known as The High Numbers. Also film from Roger Daltrey's and Pete Townshend's personal archive are included. The DVD will also feature interviews with Eddie Vedder, The Edge, Sting ans Noel Gallagher. Another great selection for the DVD collection.

The Foo Fighters new cd 'Echoes, Silence, Patience and Grace' will be released September 25th. But last night Dave Grohl asked the audience in New York if they had the new record. The 1,100 folks in attendance cheered. Grohl just said that it was cool as long as they sang along. Musicians just have to hate the internet. Kinda funny, tho!

Another exciting release will be on Rocktober 16th from Santana. And, as has been the rule as of late, an impressive list of guest musicians. They include; Chad Kroeger, Jennifer Lopez, Baby Bash, Rob Thomas, Product G&B, Mana, Tina Turner, Everlast, Steven Tyler and Michelle Branch. The cd is called 'Ultimate Santana'.

September 21 birthdays: Don Felder, formerly of The Eagles, is 60; Philthy Animal from Motorhead is 53,

With the announcement by Led Zeppelin that they are performing a one off concert in November, today’s playlist is a list of some less familiar Zeppelin songs for your enjoyment!

New Queen CD/DVD, Phil Spector trial update

This fall will see the release of a cd and DVD of Queen's November 1981 concert at the Montreal Forum. October 30 is the release date for "Queen Rock Montreal". This was the final tour that featured the original members of Queen. If you buy the 2 disc DVD edition it will also feature Queen's 1985performance at 'Live Aid'.

Where do we begin. First, a recap: The jury on Tuesday told Judge Paul Fidler that they were a hung jury with a 7-5 vote. So today (Thursday) Fidler listened to arguments from the attorneys on how to instruct the jury now that he has to withdraw the instructions that he originally gave them, which the jury had problems with causing impasse. Those instructions were in order to find Spector guilty they had to find that Spector actually committed the crime. The judge stated on Wednesday that he should not have given them those instructions because it missstates the law. So, the judge told the defense that they could reargue their case, which they declined saying that that would give the prosecution a chance to argue a different theory. So some of the 'legal experts', if you will, are saying that Fidler fumbled the ending of this case after having had such a great handle on it all the way, and that if there is a conviction it would mean that the case would be heard all over again in an appellate court. Phil has been on trial for the murder of Lana Clarkson February 3, 2003. Spector has produced some of the best known songs in the rock era. Beatle fans will find his name on the 'Let It Be', All Things Must Pass', 'Imagine' and 'Rock 'N' Roll' albums.

September 20th birthdays: Chuck Panozzo from Styx is 60; Matthew and Gunnar Nelson are 40; Ben Shepherd from Soundgarden is 39; Rick Woolstenhulme from Lifehouse is 28;

Playlists Come To Life

A new feature of Barr's Music 101. My playlists will now come to life.
Here is yesterday's Jimi Hendrix playlist! Click on the play button on the player - and enjoy!!

Phil Spector update

The Judge in the Phil Spector case said today that the jury will not consider a lesser charge. Yesterday the jury deadlocked. Judge Fidler told the attorneys that if he were to tell the jury to decide on a lesser charge that they might think they should find Spector guilty of manslaughter. He told the lawyers that that would be inapproriate. So what happens now? Fidler is not about to declare a mistrial, and he was clearly troubled by the impasse after a 5 month trial. Fun times!

Phil Spector

Barr's Music 101 has learned that the jury in the Phil Spector trial have told the judge that they are unable to reach a verdict. The jury is split 7-5. 67 year old Phil Spector has been on trial for the murder of Lana Clarkson on February 3, 2003. Judge Fidler has decided to dismiss the jury for the day, but not for good, as a few of the jurors told the judge that they need more instructions on reasonable doubt. He told them to return tomorrow at 10 a.m. Pacific time. Fidler told the jury that it is possible that he will instruct the attorneys to re argue portions of the case.

Jimi Hendrix Playlist

In honor of Jimi - here is a playlist of the not so popular/well known Hendrix tracks for your iPod.
Synch and enjoy.

1. Peace In Mississippi - Crash Landing
2. Midnight - War Heroes
3. Beginnings - War Heroes
4. Cherokee Mist - Lifelines
5. Still Raining, Still Dreaming - Electric Ladyland
6. Pali-Gap - Rainbow Bridge
7. Hey Baby (The Land of the New Rising Sun) - Rainbow Bridge
8. Tax Free - War Heroes
9. Power Of Soul - South Saturn Delta
10. Highway Chile - War Heroes
11. Valley Of Neptune - Lifelines
12. Captain Coconut - Crash Landing

Jimi Hendrix

37 years ago today Jimi Hendrix passed away at the age of 27 in London. I'm really looking forward to the cd and DVD release October 16 'Live At Monterrey'. Jimi was born Johnny Allen Hendrix November 27, 1942 in Seattle. He would now be 64 if he were alive. Still, to this day, no guitar player has intrigued me as much as Hendrix does. There have been many that were absolutely fantastic and grabbed my attention, but Jimi's is phenomenally unique and mind absorbing. Rock 'N' Roll lost so much when Jimi basically fell victim to the rock n roll lifestyle.

New Releases slated for this week: MVD Visual is releasing a Jimi Hendrix DVD entitled 'Complete Story'; Carmin Appice and Vinny - Drumwars (DVD); Mark Knopfler - Kill To Get Crimson; David Gilmour - David Gilmour: Remember That Night - Live from the Royal Albert Hall (DVD); Alvin Lee - Saguitar; Keith Richards - Under Review (DVD);

New Releases

New Releases slated for this week: MVD Visual is releasing a Jimi Hendrix DVD entitled 'Complete Story'; Carmin Appice and Vinny - Drumwars (DVD); Mark Knopfler - Kill To Get Crimson; David Gilmour - David Gilmour: Remember That Night - Live from the Royal Albert Hall (DVD); Alvin Lee - Saguitar; Keith Richards - Under Review (DVD);

Otis Redding

Check out this video posting about Otis Redding. http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/showbiz/2007/09/15/intv.otis.redding.anniversary.cnn

Birthdays for September 16: B.B. King is 82; Kenny Jones from the Small Faces and the Who is 59; Ron Blair from Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers is 55; Richard Marx is 44;

Led Zep Concert, Van Halen's opening act, Fred Durst

The deadline to register for your chance for some Zeppelin tickets has been extended until midday September 19th. Only 18,000 tickets will be available to registered applicants on a lottery basis, with a 2 ticket-per-household cap. Plant, Page, Jones and Jason Bonham will perform November 26 in London at an Ahmet Ertegun tribute concert. The Who's Pete Townshend, Bill Wyman, Foreigner's Mick Jones and Paolo Nutini are also on the bill. If I had the cash, baby, you can believe I'd have already registered.

Rock n Rollers heading to the Van Halen tour will be utterly disappointed with their opening act. Ky-Mani Marley. Bob Marley's son. He says it's not reggae, it's not hip-hop, it's not R&B, and he won't be doing his fathers music. This will be when I'll get some dinner, buy a t-shirt, pee and look at the chicks. Lame, baby, really lame opening act!

CelebTV.com reports that 37 year old Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst pled no contest to 7 misdemeanor charges August 16 for deliberately hitting 2people with his car in LA October 26, 2006. He was handed a 120 day suspended jail sentence, ordered to perform 20 hours of community service and fines $1,500. Those rockers!

New Rock Recommendations, Led Zep Concert

Here are this week's New Rock Recommendations (download legally,of course): Seether - Fake It; HellYeah - Alcohaulin' Ass; Sebastian Bach - (Love Is) A Bitchslap; Robert Plant/Lil' Band O' Gold - It Keeps Raining; Santana/Chad Kroeger - Into The Night;

It seems as tho us at Barr's Music 101 aren't the only ones excited by the Zeppelin concert next month in London. Seems as though around 20 million people have applied for the tickets, which amounted to around 80,000 hits per minute on the website, which did crash. The $250 tickets will be alloted by lottery, with Monday being the deadline for registering. Wish I could go!!!

September 13th birthdays: Dave Mustaine from Megadeth is 46; Zak Starkey (Ringo's son), who has drummed for the Who and Oasis, is 42;

Led Zeppelin Playlist

With today’s announcement by Led Zeppelin that they are performing a one off concert in November, today’s playlist is a list of the less familiar Zeppelin songs for your ipod.
Synch and enjoy

1. How Many More Times
2. Bring It On Home
3. Out On The Tiles
4. Four Sticks
5. The Crunge
6. The Rover
7. Candy Store Rock
8. Hot Dog
9. Bonzo's Montreux
10. Somethin’ Else

The date is set for November 26 in London at the O2 arena. This will make only the third time in 27 years that Robert Plant, Jimmy page and John Paul Jones have reunited, the first in '85 for Live Aid, and then again in '88 at the 40th anniversary of Atlantic Records. This event is a tribute to Ahmet Ertegun, co-founder of Atlantic Records. Jason Bonham will be the drummer, son of the late John Bonham, original Zep drummer, who died in 1980. Performing the same evening will be Pete Townshend from the Who, Bill Wyman, formerly of The Rolling Stones, and Paolo Nutini and Mick Jones from Foreigner (wouldn't we love to be there). My first thoughts are a DVD and CD release of the show, yeah Baby!!!!

Birthdays for September 12th: Gerry Beckley from America is 55; Neal Peart from Rush is 55;

Van Halen Playlist

With the new Dave era Van Halen reunion tour about to start - thought i'd post a Dave-era playlist of non-hits. Again - not so much 'overlooked' - but not given the recognition the hits do!!

1. Romeo Delight
2. Somebody Get Me A Doctor
3. I'm The One
4. Mean Street
5. Ice Cream Man
6. Beautiful Girls
7. So This Is Love?
8. And The Cradle Will Rock....
9. Everybody Wants Some!!
10. Little Guitars
11 Atomic Punk
12. Big Bad Bill (Is Sweet William Now)
13. Little Dreamer
14. On Fire

load that ipod up!! Wonder how many of these will make the new concert set lists!!

Phil Spector trial update, New releases

The Phil Spector trial went to the 9 man 3 woman jury yesterday after 5 months of testimonies, yet there were still dramatic moments in the court. Before the judge sent the jury to their deliberations he asked them if any of them had seen any reports over the weekend concerning this trial that could influence their decisions. No juror said anything. A newspaper from London stated that Spector had said to a documentary filmmaker that the judge does not like him, and that the jury thinks he's guilty and insane. (I personally got the feeling from the opportunities I got to watch the trial that the judge was at times more lenient with the prosecution than he was to Spector's side, IMO). Spector denies having made those statements. The judge slapped a gag order on Phil and his wife, Rachelle (you mean he's married?!!!), who the judge said sent emails to reporters which mentioned an interview she had given, even after the judge had told her she couldn't do that. Rachelle began to argue with the judge, but he wouldn't have any part of it, and he reiterated to her, Phil and the Clarkson family that they will not speak to the press until after a verdict has been read. Phil is on trial for murder in the death of Lana Clarkson February 3, 2003. The defense says she committed suicide.

New Releases for Tuesday, September 11: Another covers cd from an established rock artist comes out today, this one from Ann Wilson - Hope And Glory; Hurrican International is releasing 3 DVD's called "In Performance", one from Bruce Springsteen, one from the Red Hot Chili Peppers and one from Rod Stewart; Mark Knopfler - Kill To Get Crimson; Yes - Live At Montreaux 2003; Glenn Hughes - Live At The Basement; a DVD called "Up Close And Personal: Syd Barrett;

September 11th birthdays: Mickey Hart from The Dead is 64; Tommy Shaw from Styx is 54;

Thirteen Non-Mainstream Beatles Songs

Exactly what it says. 13 Beatles songs – not necessarily ‘overlooked’ – but not given the mainstream recognition like the ‘Hey Jude’s and ‘She Love You’s! They are (in no particular order):

1. It’s Only Love
2. Think For Yourself
3. I Will
4. Any Time At All
5. Good Morning Good Morning
6. Two Of Us
7. Do You Want To Know A Secret
8. Oh Darling!
9. Don’t Bother Me
10. Baby’s In Black
11. For No One
12. Hey Bulldog
13. Baby You’re a Rich Man

Load them up in itunes – and make a playlist for your iPod. An hour well spent.

Last nights MTV VMA's, Sara Evans, New Releases

Did you watch the MTV Video Music awards last night? I'm sure you didn't as most of us probably watch 'dem Cowboys kick them New York Giants!!! Anyway, none of the rockers that we mentioned yesterday won anything (surprise, surprise!) but it sounds like the best part of the evening wasn't even aired. Seems as tho Kid Rock and Tommy Lee had a scuffle in the audience last night. And what do these boys have in common? They've both been married to Pamela Anderson, who was a presenter at the awards last night. Kid was cited for misdemeanor battery. Of corse, as with most incidents, the eye-witnesses are giving different stories. One story is that Lee was sitting next to Sean "Diddy" Combs and Kid Rock just walked up to him and hit him. Others were saying that Tommy started the whole thing, and that Kid Rock was trying to ignore him. When Tommy stood up Rock hit him twice, and security took Lee out of the building while letting Rock stay. Rock was not arrested. See what a woman with nice tits can do to men? Barr's Music 101 will keep ya updated on this.

From the title you might be asking yourself why does a Rock N Roll site wanna tell me about Sara Evans? Read on: Sara file for divorce from her husband the day after they had a blow up at a restraunt in LA where the police were called. Court filings by her husband since state that Evans revealed to him that evening an intimate relationship with someone else. A 118 page document was filed September 4th by Evans' husband wanting Evans to admit under oath and penalty of perjury whether or not she had "an affair/sexual relationship/romantic involvement" with country singer Kenny Chesney, Tony Dovalani, who was her partner on Dancing With The Stars, any members of her band, and rockers Richard Marx, and Brad Arnold, Matt Roberts, Todd Harrell or Chris Henderson -- all members of the group 3 Doors Down (now you know why this story is here). The Associated Press tried to reach all parties involved for statements, but all declined. So does Sara like sex, or is her husband so hurt by some affair that he wants to know if any others occured? Probably both. A hearing is set for September 28 in Tennessee.

New Releases for Tuesday, September 11: Another covers cd from an established rock artist comes out tomorrow, this one from Ann Wilson - Hope And Glory; Hurrican International is releasing 3 DVD's called "In Performance", one from Bruce Springsteen, one from the Red Hot Chili Peppers and one from Rod Stewart; Mark Knopfler - Kill To Get Crimson; Yes - Live At Montreaux 2003; Glenn Hughes - Live At The Basement; a DVD called "Up Close And Personal: Syd Barrett;

September 10th birthdays: Joe Perry from Aerosmith is 57; Robin Goodridge from Bush is 41;

MTV VMA's Tonight

MTV's Video Music Awards show is tonight, but of course we'll be watching The Cowboys and the Giants on NBC. Nominees of rock artist for tonight: Best Group includes Linkin Park and White Stripes. Monster Single Of The Year includes Daughtry - "Home". Most Earth-Shattering Collaboration includes U2/Green Day - "The Saints Are Coming". Quadruple Threat Of The Year includes Bono. Best Director includes Joe Hahn, who directed Linkin Park's "What I've Done". Best Editing includes Igor Kovalik, who edited Linkin Park's "What I've Done". Remember when MTV played music videos? Remember when you'd watch hours of MTV, and you liked about 70% of the videos they played? Remember when the VMA's were worth watching? For us rock fans tonight's show is a boring time guaranteed for all!!!

September 9th birthdays: Dave Stewart is 55;

September 8 birthdays

September 8 birthdays: Will Lee from the Late Show With David Letterman is 55.

Led Zeppelin News, Ozzy and Zombie

As you may or may not know Led Zeppelin has some new product coming out this year. First, a new compilation best of package titled Mothership being released November 13, and then a week later The Song Remains The Same cd with extra tracks and DVD will be released. This is great news. A press conference is scheduled Wednesday the 12th in London, in which the band will discuss the possibility of a reunion with Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and the late John Bonham's son Jason on drums. That, my friends, would be so extemely awesome. Keep checking for updates on the Zep front.

Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Zombie are hitting the road together starting Rocktober 18 thru January 24, starting off in Seattle. Tickets go on sale the 14th. However, don't be looking for a date on the Central Florida Concert Datebook cuz they ain't comin' to Florida. Fartheads!!!

September 7th birthdays: Chrissie Hynde from the Pretenders is 56; Benmont Tench from Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers is 53.

Bob Dylan DVD, Genesis Tour, Hot New Rock Tracks

On Rocktober 30th you can buy a new Bob Dylan DVD, The Other Side of the Mirror -- Bob Dylan Live at the Newport Folk Festival 1963-1965. About 70% of the music from this DVD has never been released in any form before. It was during the 1965 performance at this festival that Dylan "went electric", which angered some fans who were accustomed to Dylan's acoustic performances. Also a movie called "I'm Not There" with 6 different actors playing Dylan opens in theatres November 21. Dylan hits the road with Elvis Costello this fall. And, as if that wasn't enough, Bob debuts the second season of his XM Satellite Radio show September 19. Plenty for Dylan fans to cheer about.

Genesis begins their first tour in 15 years tomorrow (Sept. 7) in Toronto, Canada. The band is saying that they don't have any ideas or plans for what may or may not happen once this tour is over, so we may not get anything new from the band. However, there are hopes that the band will get Peter Gabriel to join them for some special concerts to recreate "The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway." 2007 seems to be the year for a lot of reunions, which is just fine with me.

Some Hot New Rock Tracks for ya to check out: Eddie Vedder - Hard Sun, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss - Gone, Gone, Gone (Done Moved On) and John Fogerty - Don't You Wish It Was True

Roger Waters from Pink Floyd is 64 years old today.

Phil Spector Trial Update, Edie Brickell keyboardist, Rock stars dying article

Ok, folks, this long trial is starting to wind down, as closing arguments started Wednesday (Sept. 5). Deputy District Attorney Alan Jackson, delivering the prosecutions closing statements, simply stated "He killed her." Phil Spector, who is 67, is on trial for the killing of 40 year old Lana Clarkson February 3, 2003. The judge has said that he expects that the 9 men and 3 women jury should have the case by Friday, finally, after a 5 month trial.
My thoughts are that Spector is guilty, but the physical evidence just isn't there. Spector is a crazy, mental, careless guy who has several times tried to intimidate women with waving a gun in their face to try and do what he wanted, and on this fateful night in 2003 it all went wrong and he accidentally killed Clarkson. He didn't mean to, he didn't want to, it wasn't premeditated. It was an accident, but it was an accident that he is responsible for, but one that, unfortunately, he's probably not gonna have to pay for.
As far as him being a musical genius, give me a break! His 'Wall of Sound' is irritating. When George Harrison remastered his All Things Must Pass album he said he was so tempted to remix them to get rid of the 'Wall of Sound'.
Your thoughts on these two topics are definitely welcome.

Edie Brickell's keyboardist, 34 year old Jeffrey Carter Albrecht, a member of her band The New Bohemians, was killed Monday in Dallas, Texas, evidently by self defense. Dallas police are not pursuing any charges against the man who shot Albrecht. Police are saying that Albrecht was drunk and had been arguing with his girlfriend. He then went next door to his girlfriend's house and tried to kick the door in. The neighbor yelled at Albrecht to leave, and when he did not he fired a shot through the door. Albrecht has also played with Paul Somon, Brickell's ex-husband and with Charlie Sexton. Wow, isn't getting drunk so fun?!!!

http://www.cnn.com/2007/SHOWBIZ/Music/09/04/rockstardeaths.ap/index.html
Check out this article on rock stars mostlikely dying earlier than ordinary folk

Aerosmith Hitting The Studio In November

Aerosmith plans to hit the studio on Nov. 1 to begin recording its next album -- and that's about the only concrete detail guitarist Joe Perry has about it right now."I'm not sure who the producer is gonna be or what (studio) we're gonna do it in," Perry tells Billboard.com. "We may use a few different producers. I don't know. All I know is that the heart and soul of the thing is us getting in the studio and seeing what comes out."Perry did say that the band was "excited Rick Rubin is now in the so-called captain's chair at Sony; his heart's in the right place when it comes to rock'n'roll." Rubin, according to Perry, will be involved with the album in some capacity, even if not necessarily as a hands-on producer. "It's not just about the music; it's about the feel, and he's one of the few that really gets it," Perry explains.

So - Joe said everything politically correct except he didn't mention it will sound like 'Rocks'!! I HOPE this is a rock and roll album - and doesn't turn into something that only sees the light of day on soundtracks and MORE best of packages!!! (RB)

Metallica, Mayer, Vedder Join Young For Bridge School Benefit

John Mayer, Metallica, Tom Waits, and Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder are among the artists that will join Neil Young for his 21st annual Bridge School Benefit concerts on Oct. 27-28. Also on this year's bill are Tegan and Sara, Regina Spektor and Jerry Lee Lewis.Tickets for the pair of Bridge concerts, which will take place at the Shoreline Amphitheater near San Francisco, will go onsale Sunday (Sept. 9) via Live Nation.

Great White Fire Defendants Agree To Settle

Several defendants being sued by relatives of the 100 people killed in a 2003 Rhode Island nightclub fire have tentatively agreed to a $13.5 million settlement, one of the families' lawyers told the Associated Press today (Sept. 5).The settlements, if approved by a judge, would be the first in what the plaintiffs hope will be several agreements with dozens of defendants in the lawsuits stemming from the Feb. 20, 2003, fire during a Great White concert at the Station nightclub in West Warwick. The fire also injured 200 people.

Beatles "Help" Coming To DVD!!!!

The Beatles' second film, 1965's "Help!," will be released in a double-DVD edition Oct. 30 via Apple Corps Ltd and EMI Music. The movie was released in DVD in 1997 and again in 2000, but has been off the market ever since due to rights issues.

In "Help!," drummer Ringo Starr comes into possession of a cursed ring, which he cannot remove, prompting adventures in London, the Austrian Alps and the Bahamas.

The first disc of "Help!" boasts a digitally restored version of the film plus a new 5.1 audio soundtrack, with songs like "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away," "Ticket To Ride," "The Night Before," "Another Girl" and "You're Going To Lose That Girl."

Disc two offers a 30-minute documentary about the making of the movie, a missing scene, a featurette on the restoration process, interviews with cast and crew, three theatrical trailers and vintage radio advertisements.

"Help!" will also be available in a boxed set with a reproduction of director Richard Lester's original script and a 60-page book with rare photos and production notes.