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Archive for May 2008

May 30th, 2008

FYI: Eddie Vedder

Unfortunately, May is almost over, which means less Pearl Jam. So, let’s end this month with a final FYI about them.
Now, back in September I did an FYI on Pearl Jam’s frontman. But instead of just reposting it, I’ve decided to clean it up and expand it. So, here’s the brand spanking new FYI […]

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May 29th, 2008

Why is Pearl Jam the Greatest?

There is no doubt in my mind that Pearl Jam is hands down the greatest American rock band…ever.
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Now the band would probably never actually say that they were the greatest American band, but I think deep down inside they know it’s true. So, I […]

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May 28th, 2008

Nine Inch Nails - The Perfect Drug

“The Perfect Drug” has been on my mind for some time now. But, since I played it on Rock Band over the weekend I just can’t get it out of my head now.
The track was written for the 1997 David Lynch flick Lost Highway, which starred Bill Pullman and Patricia Arquette. “The Perfect Drug”, […]

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May 28th, 2008

311 Working on New Album

The boys from Omaha have apparently entered the studio to begin work on album number nine. The band has been joined by Metallica producer Bob Rock, who has also worked with Motley Crue, The Offspring and Aerosmith.
For now there are no other details, but the band has stated that they will spend more time than […]

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May 27th, 2008

Pearl Jam Daughter tags

Many of you should know that “Daughter” appeared on Pearl Jam’s second album Vs. in 1993, which was obviously a big hit for the band.
The studio version is still great after all these years, but what’s really catchy about “Daughter” are the live versions. This is where the band likes to jam out during the […]

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May 27th, 2008

Smashing Pumpkins Plan 20th Anniversary Tour and DVD, Album News

Billy Corgan announced his future plans during a video interview with ArtisanNews.com, which can also be found on the Pumpkins site.
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Corgan announced that the band will be touring this August and September to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Pumpkins. No further details […]

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May 23rd, 2008

FYI: Mother Love Bone

How could I not do an FYI on Mother Love Bone?
Although, my boy Eric wrote a post about them when I was in Italy back in March, so check that out, Attention all Seattle Grunge & Alt. Rock Fans: Mother Love Bone.

In 1987, Green River members Stone Gossard (guitar) and Jeff Ament (bass) […]

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May 22nd, 2008

Sonic Youth Compilation Picked By Some Big Names

Sonic Youth are set to release Hits Are For Squares on June 1o exclusively through uber corporate chain Starbucks (ugh, not cool) in their New York, L.A., San Fran, Philly, Seattle, Boston and D.C. stores, as well as on line.
What is great about the compilation is that some cool folks handpicked the tracks, which goes […]

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May 22nd, 2008

Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, Flaming Lips to salute The Who

Three of the greatest alternative bands ever will honor one of the most legendary bands ever.
The event will be for VH1’s Rock Honors, which will take place on July 12 at the Pauley Pavilion on the UCLA campus in L.A. This will be the third year for Rock Honors, but will be the first to […]

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May 21st, 2008

Eddie Vedder - Hard Sun

As I watched Into The Wild last night, I was once again reminded of the beautiful soundtrack by one Eddie Vedder.
I actually put aside the soundtrack to Into The Wild for some time, but now I’m going back to it full blast.
It’s perfect timing. As the weather warms up, the sun beating down on the […]

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