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EMI MUSIC’S CAPITOL RECORDS TEAMS UP WITH ATLANTA BASED LABEL BLOCK ENTERTAINMENT

by Skope • November 2, 2009

EMI Music’s Capitol Records continues building its urban roster by teaming up with Atlanta based Block Entertainment, the formidable label with chart topping success from artists such as Yung Joc, Boyz N’ The Hood, and Gorilla Zoe For its first project together, Block,will work with Capitol on a new release from new rap artist…

by Skope • November 2, 2009

Image Entertainment, Inc. will release THE STARTING LINE’S first-ever live concert CD, film and documentary DVD titled SOMEBODY’S GONNA MISS US on November 10 on a 2-disc set. The group will throw an official release party on Monday, November 9 at the World CafÃ© in Philadelphia (3025 Walnut Street, 8:00pm). For the event, THE STARTING…

by Skope • November 2, 2009

MILEY STALKER UPDATE Mark McLeod may not have been charged with stalking Miley Cyrus, but he’s not off scot-free. According to PerezHilton.com, McLeod pleaded guilty to “obstruction of police and disorderly conduct.” The 53-year-old got two years of probation, has to go to mental health treatment, and cannot use a computer during that…

by Skope • October 30, 2009

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by Skope • October 30, 2009

With the re-release of U2’s fourth album, The Unforgettable Fire, the group has decided to share rarely seen before seen video footage with their fans. The video showcases frontman Bono speaking on the recording process of the breakthrough album and flashes back to some of the most historical songs ever written. The special edition release…

by Skope • October 30, 2009

7dayBinge plans to release its debut, self-titled album via digital download portals on December 8, 2009, with hard copy release to follow on January 26, 2010. The group includes Todd Harrell of 3 Doors Down on bass, Jon Nicholson of the Muzik Mafia on guitar and vocals, Kenny Olson of Kid Rock’s band on…

by Skope • October 30, 2009

In a sudden and unexpected move, multi-platinum hard rock artist Rob Zombie has inked a new worldwide deal with leading rock label Roadrunner Records through its Loud & Proud imprint. This shocking announcement comes as Zombie exits his former label and of eighteen years, where he sold fifteen million records as a solo artist and…

by Skope • October 30, 2009

THE TWILIGHT SAGA: NEW MOON–ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK” rises to #1 this week on the Billboard 200, its first full week in stores and online. Despite the soundtrack being released four days earlier than scheduled, it made an impressive debut last week at #2 on the chart after an abbreviated week at retail. This marks…

by Skope • October 30, 2009

Motion City Soundtrack are thrilled to announce that they’ll be joining Weezer this December for some select live shows! Kicking off in Chicago December 1st at the Aragon Ballroom, this run will see MCS playing dates in the Midwest and along the East Coast with the like-minded pop rockers. Before heading out on…

by Skope • October 30, 2009

OWL CITY TOPS BILLBOARD HOT 100 CHART Owl City jumps six spots to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart with “Fireflies.” The success of the song is spurring sales of the band’s debut album, Ocean Eyes, as it has climbed into the top ten on the Billboard album chart. Last week’s number one song,…

by Skope • October 29, 2009

Never Shout Never, the brainchild of 18-year-old singer-songwriter and guitarist Christofer Drew, will release a new physical EP exclusively through clothing retailer Hot Topic on December 8th. The EP features two songs from Never Shout Never’s upcoming eight-song mini-album for Loveway Records/Sire (“Jane Doe” and “What is Love?”), a live track (“Big City Dreams” from…

by Skope • October 29, 2009

USA Today says that Kristina Train is “a mature, polished and soulful-to-the-extreme stunner. Watch out, Adele.” See what critics are raving about on Monday, November 2nd at 6PM EST when Kristina gives a stunning performance that can be watched live. Kristina will perform songs from her debut album, Spilt Milk, in a private showcase at…

by Skope • October 29, 2009

LADY GAGA’S ANNIVERSARY Lady GaGa’s The Fame album celebrates one year on the Billboard album chart this week. GaGa’s debut effort has sold over 1.5-million copies and spawned hits like “Paparazzi” and “Poker Face.” GaGa is re-releasing the album as The Fame Monster on November 23rd. JENNIFER LOPEZ TAKES BRANDY’S “LOUBOUITINS” According to…

by Skope • October 28, 2009

Allison Moorer is set to release her Ryko debut, Crows, on February 9th, 2010. Produced by R.S. Field (Buddy Guy, John Mayall) at the House of David Studio in Nashville, TN, the 13-track album is a refined and lyrically honest collection of songs that is a marked stylistic departure from her previous work. …

by Skope • October 28, 2009

BILLBOARDLIVE.COM is a live performance show that utilizes OWL’s state-of-the art technology to provide fans with five-camera shoot for the ultimate interactive viewing experience in HD. Fans have the ability for the first time ever to view the concert from five different angles of their choosing, the larger, full-screen view, as well as four other…

by Skope • October 28, 2009

Rocker and Singer-Songwriter Ike Reilly will be digitally releasing his new album, “Hard Luck Stories” on November 23, 2009. As a lead-up to the release of the album, Reilly will be hosting “Where’s my Godd*mn Medicine?,” a special podcast which will be available for free download beginning October 26th on Reilly’s website: www.ikereilly.net . “Where’s…

by Skope • October 28, 2009

Following the success of their official single “Monster,” Skillet has released a video for “Hero,” the opening track off their latest album Awake. The video is a tribute to the everyday heroes among us and features some impressive pyrotechnics to boot. Check out the video here, and make sure to also check out Skillet live…

by Skope • October 28, 2009

OWL CITY AND NEW MOON TOP ITUNES CHART Owl City’s “Fireflies” is the most downloaded song of the week on iTunes. The band’s album, Ocean Eyes, also leaped up to number two, just behind The Twilight Saga: New Moon Soundtrack, which features songs from Death Cab for Cutie, Thom Yorke, Sea Wolf, Muse, OK…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

On October 27, 2009, the man many call The God MC, Rakim Allah, will release “Walk These Streets,” the new single off of his much anticipated new album The Seventh Seal. Produced by Needlz for Dry Rain Entertainment, “Walk These Streets” features Maino and Tracey Horton. Additional guest artists featured on The Seventh Seal, which…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

AFI have just released a video performance from this Weekend’s Ulalume Festival in Columbia, Maryland. The clip can be seen on Mtvu.com. The video showcases an energetic performance of “Beautiful Thieves” to thousands of adoring fans. “Beautiful Thieves” is a new track off of the critically acclaimed album Crash Love, which is available everywhere now.

by Skope • October 27, 2009

Tapulous, a leader in music games for the iPhone and iPod touch, today announced that Tap Tap Revenge: Metallica, the newest addition to the Tapulous family of games, is now available from the App Store. Featuring classics like “Enter Sandman” and “One”, Tap Tap Revenge: Metallica will give music fans an interactive outlet to rock…

by Admin • October 27, 2009

Matt Hires’ “Out Of The Dark” was featured as the closing song during a poignant moment of last night’s episode of Grey’s Anatomy. Following the broadcast Hires’ debut album “Take Us To The Start” jumped over 100 spots on the itunes album chart! Matt Hires “Out Of The Dark” music placement on Grey’s Anatomy 10/22/09:…

by Admin • October 27, 2009

ALICE IN CHAINS has announced an October 27th release date for the BLACK GIVES WAY TO BLUE iPhone app. The app features full songs from the band’s acclaimed new album on Virgin/EMI, music videos, news, photos, social networking and much more. The app separates itself from the pack with an impressive level of interactivity; its…

by Admin • October 27, 2009

Fans of Skillet can win the ultimate concert experience, but they’ve got to work for it! By helping promote Skillet’s Awake and Alive Tour, one winner plus a guest will receive free tickets to the show, a meet and greet with the band and the chance to make an appearance in Skillet’s video footage, which…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

dick clark productions president, Orly Adelson, announced that Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Daughtry will each perform at the 2009 “American Music Awards.” They will join another American Idol standout Adam Lambert as well as other previously announced acts including Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez and The Black Eyed Peas. Additional performers and presenters will…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

The Estate of Bradley Nowell, Sublime’s late singer, guitarist and primary songwriter, issued a statement today regarding the use of the band’s name by Sublime bassist Eric Wilson and Sublime drummer Floyd “Bud” Gaugh. Sublime members Floyd “Bud” Gaugh and Eric Wilson, along with new vocalist Rome Ramirez, who performed with Gaugh and…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

Peace And Love, Juliana Hatfield’s latest album, will be released on February 16, 2010 on Ye Olde Records. Hatfield, of course, has a long history of DIY endeavors – from her trailblazing days with Boston indie band the Blake Babies to her recent releases on Ye Olde Records, the label she founded in 2005 –…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

Them Crooked Vultures–a/k/a Dave Grohl, Joshua Homme and John Paul Jones–has confirmed November 17 as the release date of its eponymous debut album in the United States and Canada on DGC/Interscope Records. The self-produced 13-song record will feature the debut of the studio versions of the material Them Crooked Vultures unveiled at its…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

Rachael Ray was outraged at a recent taping of her show with guests Daryl Hall and John Oates when she learned that the biggest-selling pop duo of all time have not been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The episode will air November 6. Determined to right this egregious wrong, Rachael said…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

Electrifying hard rock band PRIESTESS has signed to NYC’s Tee Pee Records. The Montreal-based group will issue its highly-anticipated sophomore album Prior to the Fire in February, 2010. Recorded in Los Angeles with producer David Schiffman (System of a Down, Mars Volta, Nine Inch Nails), Prior to the Fire underlines PRIESTESS’ hard-hitting songwriting,…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

Singer-songwriter Francesca Reggio recently signed a production contract with notable producer Nicolas Farmakalidis. Francesca is slated to release a single in early 2010, much to the eager anticipation of her fans. Francesca Reggio began writing songs while growing up in New Jersey, and what started as a hobby quickly turned into a passion, which led…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

Early Sunday morning on Oct. 25th, the van carrying members of Sugar Red Drive was involved in a serious accident near Kalamazoo, MI. The vehicle hit a guardrail, spun out, and flipped over. Miraculously, no one was killed. Bass player Dave Alexander suffered the most serious injuries, breaking his arm, dislocating his elbow, and also…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

Hailing from Paris, Simon Delacroix AKA The Toxic Avenger will release his new 12” vinyl single November 10 on IHEARTCOMIX. The Toxic Avenger premiered his new bone-chilling video for the single “Toxic Is Dead” on AOL. Directed by Steven Ilous, the videos screaming synths and infectious beats bring the high drama mini-film to life! Check…

by Skope • October 27, 2009

JAY-Z & ALICIA KEYS TO PERFORM AT WORLD SERIES The New York Yankees have been blasting Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind” during their playoff run. Now, the team is having the rap king perform the song live to kick off Game 1 of the World Series. Jay-Z and fellow New Yorker Alicia Keys are set…

by Skope • October 26, 2009

KELLY CLARKSON, CARRIE UNDERWOOD & DAUGHTRY ADDED AS AMA PERFORMERS Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Daughtry will perform at the 2009 American Music Awards. They will join another American Idol standout, Adam Lambert, as well as previously announced acts Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez and The Black Eyed Peas. Additional performers and presenters will…

by Skope • October 26, 2009

The Cash Money family will continue to support our artist and friend Lil Wayne in his current court case. We have worked with Wayne since he was a teenager, and have seen him grow into one of the world’s most successful hip-hop artists, with a work ethic that is second to none. Wayne has our…