Tuesday, July 16, 2002
New Bon Jovi album due this fall, tour to follow
Bon Jovi will release its eighth studio album, “Bounce,” in the United States on Oct. 8, according to Island Records.
Bon Jovi will release its eighth studio album, “Bounce,” in the United States on Oct. 8, according to Island Records.
“Bounce" hits stores in Japan on Sept. 11, and other international markets on Sept. 23.
The album’s first single is titled “Everyday,” and the band recently filmed a companion video in the desert of Socorro, N.M., according to Island.
According to the band’s official website, the album hasn’t been mixed and mastered, and no tracklisting has been finalized.
The New Jersey rockers will tour behind the album, according to the site, but details haven’t been confirmed.
Bon Jovi’s previous studio album, “Crush,” was released in June of 2000, and has been certified double platinum for shipping more than 2 million copies in the U.S.
Monday, July 15, 2002
Nonpoint, “Development” (MCA)
Florida’s Nonpoint follows its major-label debut, 2000’s “Statement,” with 12 tracks that are more polished and more melodic than those found on the nu-metal quartet’s inaugural effort.
Florida’s Nonpoint follows its major-label debut, 2000’s “Statement,” with 12 tracks that are more polished and more melodic than those found on the nu-metal quartet’s inaugural effort.
Frontman Elias Soriano continues to exhibit his exceptional singing ability--rather than solely screaming his way through each song, like many of his peers--and his bandmates are equally talented; intricate guitar licks are executed with surgical precision, and the rhythm section provides a thunderous foundation.
But, while 2000’s “Statement” was propelled from start to finish by hard-hitting, rap-tinged rock tunes, “Development” is mostly a group of mid-tempo, sing-songy numbers that, though catchy and well executed, lack the visceral feel of their predecessors.
It’s a solid rock album and an impressive display of musicianship--particularly standout cuts “Your Signs,” “Circles” and “Normal Days"--but it doesn’t quite clear the bar that Nonpoint set for itself with its stellar debut.
Diana Krall’s tour schedule stretches into November
Jazz singer-pianist Diana Krall, whose tour schedule has been busy since this spring, shows no signs of letting up this summer and fall.
Jazz singer-pianist Diana Krall, whose tour schedule has been busy since this spring, shows no signs of letting up this summer and fall.
Krall will be traveling throughout July and August to Australia, New Zealand, Korea, India and other countries. She opens the U.S. portion of her summer tour in mid-August, and will play more U.S. theater dates in November.
The Nainamo, British Columbia, native released her latest album, “The Look of Love,” in last September. The album, which Verve Music Group Chairman Tommy LiPuma produced, is a mix of ballads and bossa nova tunes, and features the London Symphony Orchestra.
According to Verve, Krall has remade the Billy Joel song “I Love You Just the Way You Are” for the independent feature film “The Guru,” starring Marisa Tomei and Heather Graham. Krall also has a part in an as-yet-untitled film that Woody Allen is currently filming.
Earlier this year, Krall took home three Juno Awards, the Canadian equivalent f the Grammys: Artist of the Year, Album of the Year (for “The Look of Love") and Best Vocal Jazz Album of the Year (for “The Look of Love").
She also won the Best Jazz Vocal Performance Grammy in 2000 for 1999’s platinum-selling album “When I Look in Your Eyes.”
Paul McCartney unveils a new round of U.S. dates
Paul McCartney, whose spring tour outgrossed all others on the North American concert circuit during the first half of the year, has set a new series of U.S. dates for September and October.
Paul McCartney, whose spring tour outgrossed all others on the North American concert circuit during the first half of the year, has set a new series of U.S. dates for September and October.
According to McCartney’s publicist, the ex-Beatle will play 22 cities, 20 of which he didn’t visit during the first leg of the tour. McCartney’s 36-song set list will again feature songs from throughout his career, including a generous helping of Beatles classics.
McCartney’s touring band--Rusty Anderson and Brian Ray on guitars, Abe Laboriel Jr. on drums and Wix Wickens on keyboards--will be the same group that accompanied him on the tour’s first leg. “This band is too good to be just put up on a shelf; we’re having too much fun to want to stop playing now,” McCartney said in a statement.
Pre-sale tickets to many of McCartney’s dates will be available to subscribers to getAccess, a subscription program from concert promoter Clear Channel Entertainment and record retailer Sam Goody. Joining the program costs $60 per year (the price of tickets is not included), and members are not guaranteed tickets.
General ticket on-sale information will be posted in SoundSpike’s Ticket Window column, which is updated each Thursday evening.
According to Pollstar, the first leg of McCartney’s tour included 27 shows in 20 cities, and grossed $52.8 million in ticket sales. The average ticket price was about $130.
McCartney is touring for the first time in more than a decade to back his latest album, “Driving Rain,” which arrived in stores last November and debuted at No. 26 on the Billboard 200 album chart.
Widespread Panic guitarist says he has terminal cancer
Widespread Panic guitarist Michael Houser has been diagnosed with a terminal form of cancer.
Widespread Panic guitarist Michael Houser has been diagnosed with a terminal form of cancer.
In a note posted on the jam band’s official website, Hauser wrote:
“I want to assure all of you that all that can be done has been done, and I want to thank all of you who have contributed information, medicine, and so on. As for me, I am at my home in Athens, Ga., surrounded by my family, and being well taken care of.
“In the words of Lou Gehrig ‘Though some of you may have thought I have caught a bad break, I feel like the luckiest man in the world.’ Between my best friends, [Widespread Panic bandmates] J.B., Todd, Sunny, Dave and JoJo, and you, our friends, and best support group in the world, I feel strong and well taken care of.
“I have hopes of playing again soon, although I can’t say for sure when or where, and I hope to see you all there.”
The band did not release any additional information regarding Houser’s condition.
Widespread Panic is currently wrapping up its summer tour. Houser hasn’t played with the band since July 2. Guitarist George McConnell is filling in.
In Brief: Pearl Jam, Steve Earle, Chris Cornell, Rage
The Strokes back out of three Weezer dates. Guns N’ Roses in London and beyond. Russia nominates ‘NSync’s Lance Bass for space travel.
The Strokes back out of three Weezer dates. Guns N’ Roses in London and beyond. Russia nominates ‘NSync’s Lance Bass for space travel.
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Epic Records has set a Nov. 19 release date for Pearl Jam‘s new album. The band previously said that the as-yet-untitled album would be in stores in November, but didn’t announce a specific release date.
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A new Steve Earle album titled “Jerusalem” will be released in late September or early October, according to Artemis Records. It features 11 new tracks including “I Remember You,” a duet with Emmylou Harris.
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The Los Angeles Times reports that the Chris Cornell-fronted Rage Against the Machine lineup has reunited and “is seeking a neutral third party for management of the project.” Irving Azoff is said to be the frontrunner for the job. Cornell and the three remaining Rage members--who reportedly http://www.soundspike.com/story/425>split in May--previously had separate representation.
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The Strokes, who were scheduled to open for Weezer this week, canceled the three dates because lead singer Julian Casablancas suffered a minor leg injury.
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Guns N’ Roses is scheduled to play a just-announced Aug. 26 gig at the U.K.’s London Arena. Other confirmed dates include the Summer Sonic Festivals in Tokyo and Osaka, Japan (on Aug. 17 and 18, respectively), England’s Leeds Carling Weekend on Aug. 23, and the Pukkelpop festival in Belgium on Aug. 24.
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MTV.com reports that the Russian Space Agency has asked the International Space Station Multilateral Coordination Board for permission to launch ‘NSync‘s Lance Bass into space “as early as this fall.” Click here for background.
Sunday, July 14, 2002
Street Date July 16: Dave Mathews Band, ‘Austin Powers’ soundtrack
Also: Robert Plant, Darryl Worley, Flaming Lips, Marah and more.
Also: Robert Plant, Darryl Worley, Flaming Lips, Marah and more.
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Dave Matthews Band - “Busted Stuff” (RCA)
The follow-up to last year’s multi-platinum “Everyday” features the group’s current hit “Where Are You Going,” which recently surfaced on the soundtrack for the Adam Sandler film “Mr. Deeds.” The new album will be packaged with a free DVD that features live performances and a 5.1-surround-sound audio mix of the track “Bartender.” The band will launch the album with a Monday night performance on “The Late Show with David Letterman,” and is touring the U.S. until September in support of the release.
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Various artists - “Music from the Motion Picture Austin Powers in Goldmember” (Maverick)
The soundtrack from the third installment in the Austin Powers series features new and remixed hits from a roster of artists that includes Britney Spears, Smash Mouth, Pharrell Williams of N.E.R.D., Angie Stone, Paul Oakenfold and more. The album’s first single is titled “Work It Out,” a track by Destiny’s Child member Beyoncé Knowles (who also co-stars in the film). A complete track list is posted at the soundtrack’s official website.
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Robert Plant - “Dreamland” (Universal)
The former Led Zeppelin frontman’s latest is his first full-fledged solo effort since 1993’s “Fate of Nations.” Plant’s official website features a streaming version of the music video for the album’s first single, “Darkness, Darkness.” The site also contains details about Plant’s release-week television appearances, which include several re-airings of Plant’s recently premiered episode of VH1’s “Storytellers” series. Plant tours with the Who this month and next, followed in September by a solo outing.
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Darryl Worley - “I Miss My Friend” (DreamWorks)
The sophomore effort from this Tennessee native includes a dozen new tracks and was produced by Frank Rogers (Brad Paisley), who also produced Worley’s 2000 debut. The album’s tear-jerking title track is the lead single. Track-by-track notes about each song are posted on Worley’s official website.
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Flaming Lips - “Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots” (Warner Bros.)
The latest album from this unpredictable rock group is named for Yoshimi of Japanese experimental band the Boredoms, who lends vocals to the album track “Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Part 2.” The entire album is streaming at the band’s official website. The Flaming Lips, Cake, De La Soul and Modest Mouse have embarked on a package tour dubbed http://www.soundspike.com/story/260>Unlimited Sunshine 2002.
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Marah - “Float Away with the Friday Night Gods” (E-Squared/Artemis)
This Philadelphia-based group’s previous album, “Kids in Philly,” drew many comparisons to Bruce Springsteen, and the Boss himself contributes some vocals to the new CD’s lead track, “Float Away.” Owen Morris (Oasis, New Order) produced this Philadelphia rock band’s third album, which is streaming at Marah’s official website.
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Other new releases:
A - “Hi-Fi Serious” (Hollywood)
David Baerwald - “Here Comes the New Folk Underground” (Lost Highway)
Jon Balke and Magnetic North Orchestra - “Kaynos” (ECM)
Beenie Man/Mad Cobra - “Heavyweight Dancehall Clash” (Varese)
David Bowie - “The Rise & Fall of Ziggy Stardust [30th Anniversary Limited Edition] [ORIGINAL RECORDING REMASTERED]” (Virgin)
Chicago - “Chicago II [ORIGINAL RECORDING REMASTERED] “ (Rhino)
Joe Cocker - “Respect Yourself” (Red Ink)
Drive-by Truckers - “Southern Rock Opera” (Lost Highway)
Nik Freitas - “Here’s Laughing at You” (Future Farmer)
Rick Holmstrom - “Hydraulic Groove” (Tone Cool)
Calvin Johnson - “What Was Me” (K)
KJ-52 - “Collaborations” (BEC)
Wayne Kramer - “Adult World” (MuscleTone)
Love Life - “Here Is Night, Brothers, Here the Birds Burn” (Jagjaguwar)
Mad at Gravity - “Resonance” (ArtistDirect)
Laura Minor - “Salesman’s Girl” (produced by Cracker’s Dave Lowery) (HighTone)
Misty in Roots - “Roots Controller” (Real World)
Jerzee Monét - “Love & War” (DreamWorks)
Morcheeba - “Charango” (Warner Bros.)
Pulse Ultra - “Headspace” (Atlantic)
Simon & Garfunkel - “Live from New York City, 1967 [LIMITED EDITION]” (Sony)
Space Monkeys vs. Gorillaz - “Laika Come Home” (Astralwerks)
Starting Line - “Say It Like You Mean It” (MCA)
Tender Trap - “Film Molecules” (K)
Vex Red - “Start with a Strong & Persistent Desire” (Virgin)
The Vines - “Highly Evolved” (Capitol)
Cassandra Wilson - “Sings Standards” (Verve)
Zao - “A Parade of Chaos” (Tooth & Nail)
Soundtracks and scores:
“Halloween Resurrection” (Varese)
“Me Without You” (Sony)
Ani DiFranco sets more solo dates, live album on the way
Folk-punk artist Ani DiFranco, who in April embarked on her first tour without a backing band since 1994, plays additional North American solo dates through the fall.
Folk-punk artist Ani DiFranco, who in April embarked on her first tour without a backing band since 1994, plays additional North American solo dates through the fall.
After completing a four-week stint of European dates with her band in July, DiFranco will play a short series of solo shows at U.S. folk festivals. More solo shows are scheduled for U.S. theaters in October and November.
On Sept. 10, DiFranco releases her second live album, titled “So Much Shouting, So Much Laughter,” on her own Righteous Babe label. The double-disc includes 23 songs culled from various concerts from 2000 to 2002.
With the exception of two tracks, all of the songs on the new live disc were written after the release of DiFranco’s first live album, 1997’s “Living in Clip.”
“So Much Shouting, So Much Laughter” also includes three songs not available on any other albums, including “Self Evident,” which DiFranco penned shortly after the Sept. 11 attacks.
The singer-songwriter’s last studio album, the two-disc set “Reveling/Reckoning,” was released in April of 2001.
Travis drummer undergoes surgery for fractured vertebrae
Drummer Neil Primrose of the British rock band Travis, who was injured in a recent swimming accident, underwent successful back surgery in France last week.
Drummer Neil Primrose of the British rock band Travis, who was injured in a recent swimming accident, underwent successful back surgery in France last week.
“The operation has confirmed that Neil sustained multiple fractures to his upper vertebrae which surgery has now stabilized,” said a statement posted on the band’s official website. “His continuing good progress should mean Neil and wife Esther will return to the UK shortly.”
His bandmates “are making the trip to France to see him and are armed with printouts of all the messages for Neil posted to Travisonline.”
Last week, Travis called off the remainder of its tour due to Primrose’s injury.
Primrose hit his head and was knocked unconscious while “relaxing in the pool” after the band completed its July 7 performance at the Belfort Festival in France, the band said in a statement last week.
Delbert McClinton sets dates behind ‘Room to Breathe’
Texas blues-rocker Delbert McClinton will spend much of the year on the road to support his forthcoming release, “Room to Breathe,” which hits stores on Sept. 24.
Texas blues-rocker Delbert McClinton will spend much of the year on the road to support his forthcoming release, “Room to Breathe,” which hits stores on Sept. 24.
“Room to Breathe,” produced by McClinton and his longtime collaborator Gary Nicholson, is the follow-up to 2001’s Grammy-winning “Nothing Personal,” which remains in the Top 10 of Billboard’s Top Blues Albums chart after 70 weeks.
“I think we did a good job of following ‘Nothing Personal,’” McClinton said in a statement. “This one picks you up at the end of that last one and takes you through the stuff going through my head since then. And there are some new twists that I’m very anxious for people to hear.”
McClinton wrote or co-wrote all of the 12 tracks on “Room to Breathe.” One of the album’s songs, “Lone Star Blues,” features what McClinton calls a “gang sang"--a chorus sung by Joe Ely, Butch Hancock, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Steve Earle, Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, Heather Waters and Jessi Alexander (all of whom recorded their parts in Nashville), plus Billy Joe Shaver, Ray Benson, Marcia Ball and Kimmie Rhodes (who recorded their parts in Austin).
McClinton enlisted a string section for two songs: “Everything I Know About the Blues (I Learned from You)” and “I Don’t Wanna Love You Anymore.”