Revival rumour: John Fogerty
John Fogerty is not against reuniting with the surviving members of Creedence Clearwater Revival, despite the negative comments some of the band have made in the past. He says: “I think it’s a pos...
Revival rumour: John Fogerty
John Fogerty is not against reuniting with the surviving members of Creedence Clearwater Revival, despite the negative comments some of the band have made in the past. He says: “I think it’s a possibility in the future. It’s not something I’m actively seeking – but I’m not totally against the idea either. It just seems like I always hear that’s not going to happen.” [Radio.com]
Neal Schon and Steve Perry haven’t spoken since the ex-Journey singer appeared with his bandmates for their Hollywood Walk of Fame induction in 2005, but the guitarist says it’s just a scheduling issue. “I say nice things about him and he says nice things about me,” Schon comments. “I have ultimate respect for the man and the voice he has. I wish him the best, but he haven’t quite gotten around to speaking.” [Something Else Reviews]
Queen guitarist Brian May has slammed TV talent show The Voice. “It’s the dullest, dumbest, most depressing show,” he insists. “Every time I catch a glimpse of young singers busting their guts trying to win somebody’s attention, who’s rudely sitting with their back to them, I feel sick. I hate seeing the great Tom Jones shoehorned into this scenario.”
Hawkwind have announced four UK tour dates in November:
Nov 6: Wolverhampton Wulfrun Hall
Nov 7: Glasgow ABC
Nov 8: Sheffield Academy
Nov 9: Liverpool Academy
Rush frontman Geddy Lee says the band’s appearance at this year’s Sweden Rock is a “test case” for more festival shows. “We’ll see how this one goes,” he comments. “If we like the end result I think we might start doing more of those, because we can play to more people and shorten the show a little bit, and hit more countries that way. That’s what’s at the back of our minds: maybe we can go to countries we haven’t visited yet.” [Blabbermouth]
Big name producer Nick Raskluinecz has named his top albums of all time. He says: “This is hard because I have three that are tied for the number-one spot. Kiss’ Alive, Ozzy Osbourne’s Randy Rhoads Tribute and Ratt’s Out Of The Cellar. But if I had to pick one for the desert island, it would be Out Of The Cellar. I was in seventh grade and I saw the Round And Round video on MTV. Immediately, I fell in love with the song, and I begged my mom to buy the record for me. I couldn’t stop listening to it. To a kid in Knoxville, Tennessee, living through Hit Parader and Circus magazines, it was absolutely magical.” [MusicRadar]
Festivals audiences are older than ever on average, new research suggests – and it’s all down to money. MSN says 60% of 18-24 year olds can’t afford the costs associated with attending the events, which now averages £423 for a weekend including ticket, accommodation, food and drink. As a result, the average age at Glastonbury is 36 and at Reading and Leeds it’s 35.
The Answer will release their fourth album, New Horizon, on September 30. They tour the UK and Ireland in October, followed by an appearance at Hard Rock Hell in Pwllheli on November 30:
Oct 11: Limelight 2, Belfast
Oct 12: Whelans, Dublin
Oct 17: Academy 3, Manchester
Oct 18: Wulfrun Hall, Wolverhampton
Oct 19: Cockpit, Leeds
Oct 20: Corporation, Sheffield
Oct 22: The Garage, Glasgow
Oct 23: O2 Academy, Newcastle
Oct 24: Rescue Rooms, Nottingham
Oct 25: Electric Ballroom, London
Oct 26: The Thekla, Bristol
Oct 27: Concorde 2, Brighton
Former White Zombie drummer Phil Buerstatte was found dead at the weekend. While no details have been revealed, his bandmate in Last Crack, Paul Schluter, says: “We are sorry to have to announce that our musical brother Phil Buerstatte has passed away. He will be greatly missed by his many friends, family and fellow band members. The remaining members of Last Crack are discussing doing a tribute show