August 5, 2010 Music News from the Rock Station, 92-7 WQLZ by Bishop New Sabbath? 2010 has been the year of reunions. We've seen the coming together of the original line-up of Stone Temple Pilots and revamped Alice in Chains. Hell, even Bush is getting back together to put out new material. Well, news is breaking that Ozzy has said it is almost certain that Black Sabbath will get back together to make the “ultimate” album. In a recent interview, Ozzy said he wants to write another book called “I'm Still Ozzy” and he joked about making his first book “I Am Ozzy” into a motion picture with Denzel Washington playing the dark prince. Then, in true scatter brained fashion, he revealed that “It's very, very possible that the original SABBATH [members] are gonna finally [get together and] do the ultimate SABBATH album. And we're gonna do a tour, I think. When, I don't know. I spoke to Bill Ward [original SABBATHdrummer] yesterday, and we both say we never say 'never' anymore.” So keep your eyes out for that. We'll keep you posted! Forthcoming compilation Another band that reunited this year is Soundgarden, though we won't hear new stuff yet. “Telephantasm,” the proposed forthcoming collection of classics and unreleased tunes from the Seattle grunge legends, will be the first collection released from the group since 1996! The band has played several shows around the country, one was under the pseudonym Nudedragons, and it is speculated that they will be getting together for some much anticipated new material. If you need this ultimate collection, which is being released by the video game publishers Activision, be sure to grab it up September 28th. The album will be released inside the new video game “Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock,” marking the first time an album has been released bundled with a video game. There will also be several different versions of “Telephantasm” released, some just with a CD, others with 2 discs and a DVD with a collection of music videos. Next thing that needs to happen is an album with all new material. So, let's get it done, Soundgarden! Catch the Music Minute every weekday with the Free Beer and Hot Wings Show on 92-7 WQLZ, the Rock Station. |
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August 4, 2010 Music News from the Rock Station, 92-7 WQLZ by Bishop Perry is pissed Apparently, Steven Tyler doesn't talk to his band much. The revelation and internet rumor that Tyler threw his name into the pile of potential judges for American Idol was news to Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry. News circulated quickly online that Tyler was approached by Fox as a potential judge for the wannabe-celebrity reality show. It traveled so fast that every talk show in America squeezed it into their show in some fashion. Apparently, the news traveled on the world wide web faster than Tyler could tell those close to him because that's how Joe Perry found out about it … not from Tyler's mouth but from the web. Interestingly, Perry told the Boston Globe that he confronted Tyler over the weekend about American Idol, because it's kind of a big deal, and Tyler said he was told not to discuss it. Then why would you tell the media? Idiot! Maybe falling off the stage last summer caused some serious brain trauma. In comments to the Globe, Perry seems to be rather upset with his band mate of 40 years. “Why so secretive? We're told it's a done deal,” Perry said. “If Steven is committed to a TV show, that kind of affects the rest of us. We'd like to plan our lives, ya know? ” Maybe this will prompt more rumors of Aerosmith looking for a new singer like the most recent stint of rehab Tyler served did. Top of the charts Avenged Sevenfold won't let the death of their original drummer slow them down one bit. The band's latest album “Nightmare,” that was finished up shortly after the death of The Rev, has sky-rocketed up the charts. In the first week of sales, the album sold 162,000 copies landing it well into the top of the Billboard 200. This being their 5th studio album, every album the band has released has received more and more sales. Their 4th studio album sold 94,000 in its first week of sales back in 2007. That's nearly 3 times more sales than their 3rd studio album sold in its first week. But, it's not just the success of their most recent album the band is celebrating, the video for the first single from the album is the second most popular music video on YouTube. Avenged Sevenfold will be joined by Stone Sour, Hellyeah, Sick Puppies and others here in Springfield for the Capitol City Rockfest at the Prairie Capitol Convention Center August 13th. Catch the Music Minute every weekday with the Free Beer and Hot Wings Show on 92-7 WQLZ, the Rock Station. |
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August 3, 2010 Music News from the Rock Station, 92-7 WQLZ by Bishop Potential judge There's been a ton of speculation as to who will be on the panel of judges for the lame-ass pop-star wannabe reality show American Idol. Everything from Simon being done, Ellen following suite, Bret Michaels' name being dropped as a possible judge and now even Steven Tyler is throwing his hat into the ring. Tyler actually told the media that he was approached by a woman from Fox with an offer from the show. While still out on the road, Tyler said it is a work in progress. Tyler said he would be honest and forthright towards the people he thinks “has” it, and being in the music biz for as long as he has been, in the capacity he has been, maybe Tyler will be more valuable to the program than Ellen was. We'll be anticipating some David Lee Roth-type “zibbity bops” from the front man of Aerosmith … that is if rehab didn't take. Maybe that should be a clause in the contract, that Tyler should take pain killers before judging, especially the first round of ridiculous crazies thinking they're stars. Who even watches that show anymore?!? New single New Linkin Park is out. The forthcoming album is called “A Thousands Suns” and is due out September 14th while the single is “The Catalyst” is out now! The album is being called a very different and eclectic album … something that Linkin Park is embracing as they continue to evolve their sound. This album is the follow up to 2007s “Minutes to Midnight.” You can always swing by the band's MySpace page where the single is streaming. It wouldn't be a bad idea to keep an eye there for new stuff from Linkin Park. You can also head over there to listen to some fan remixes of the song. Also, Linkin Park's single “The Catalyst” has been chosen by Electronic Arts, the video game makers, as being the lead tune for the soundtrack to “Medal of Honor.” The band will be over seas for the next few months. North American dates have yet to be announced. We'll keep you posted. Catch the Music Minute every weekday with the Free Beer and Hot Wings Show on 92-7 WQLZ, the Rock Station. |
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August 02, 2010 Podcast Update The public became aware of Michael Finton September 24, 2009. Finton is charged with attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction and attempting to kill federal agents. He claims he is "legally innocent" because he claims he knew the whole thing was a setup. Is he crazy? Finton is scheduled to undergo psychiatric evaluation soon to find out whether he is mentally competent to stand trial in September. He is also requesting a new attorney because the public defender appointed by the Feds regularly worked in the Federal building Finton targeted in late September, 2009. Finton, also known as Talib Islam, requested specifically that Bishop from WMAY visit him where he is being held in Springfield for an interview ... something Finton's public defender opposed (hence the reason why the public defender requested to be removed from the case). If you missed that interview with Michale Finton, be sure to download the podcast of the final hour of this past Saturday Session (MP3), which is now available. Want to hear more about the interview, listen to Greg Bishop talk more about the interview on Monday's Kirk and the Crew (MP3). Also, you can listen to just some of the local reactions about the interview which re-aired on Monday' Jim Leach Show (MP3), only on 970 WMAY, The News and Talk of Springfield. Much more to come. |
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