Saliva’s 1st Retrospective: Moving Forward in Reverse
Feb 8th
Features Hard Rockers ‘Always,’ ‘Broken Sunday,’ ‘Click Click Boom,’ ‘Ladies and Gentlemen’ Plus One Brand New Track and More
From hit movies about car racing to Wrestlemania to nationwide television broadcasts of college basketball, one particular band has been tapped to provide aggressive, kick-ass rock ‘n’ roll to jack up the pulse of the masses – Saliva. Now, six albums and a dozen years after the Memphis-born group debuted on record, Saliva issues its first retrospective, Moving Forward In Reverse: Greatest Hits (Island/UMe), to be released March 23, 2010.
Featuring 13 of Saliva’s best-known tracks and a new track, “Time To Shine,” only available on this release, Moving Forward In Reverse: Greatest Hits is brash and brazen, fast and furious. Saliva adds, “Moving Forward In Reverse is a message to our fans to let them know we haven’t gone anywhere. It was also a lyric from one of our songs named ‘So Long,’ and seemed to apply! The new song was written for fans who crank ‘Click Click Boom’ to pump themselves up for a game or while their working out or driving a tank! So, enjoy, ‘Time To Shine’!”
In 1998, after advancing to the final round of the Grammy® Showcase competition in New York City, Saliva debuted with a self-released, self-titled disc. That album’s impressive sales in the South led Island Records to sign the band and release Every Six Seconds, Saliva’s major label debut, in 2001. “Your Disease” shot to #3 Mainstream Rock/#7 Alternative Rock and “Click Click Boom” went to #15 Mainstream Rock/#25 Alternative Rock. “Click Click Boom” and “Superstar” (also included on Moving Forward In Reverse) were featured in The Fast And The Furious and on the film’s second soundtrack album. “Superstar” was also the theme for Wrestlemania 18 and the WWE’s “No Mercy” pay-per-view event, and “Click Click Boom” was included on the Talladega Nights soundtrack. The album would earn double platinum.
2002’s Back Into Your System reached the Top 20, went gold and spawned the #1 Alternative hit “Always” (#2 Mainstream Rock and the 2002 WWE Survivor Series theme), the #11 Mainstream Rock/#20 Alternative “Rest In Pieces” (co-written by Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue), and Top 30 Mainstream Rocker “Raise Up.” “Bleed For Me,” from the “Rest In Pieces” single, appeared on the soundtrack album for Daredevil.
The band’s 2004 album Survival Of The Sickest, an unapologetic tribute to influences AC/DC, Black Sabbath, and Motley Crue, also peaked Top 20, spinning off the #6 Mainstream Rock/Top 25 Alternative title track and Top 20 Mainstream Rock “Razor’s Edge.” In 2007, Blood Stained Love Story, again a Top 20 entry, offered “Ladies and Gentlemen” (#2 Mainstream Rock)–the theme song for Wrestlemania 23, UFC’s “Wired” and a Sony PlayStation commercial–and “Broken Sunday” (#8 Mainstream Rock). From 2008’s Cinco Diablo, “Family Reunion,” a heartfelt salute to the band’s fans, hit #14 Mainstream Rock, and was heard on ESPN college basketball broadcasts.
In 2010, Saliva looks to the future with a new album, Take That Society, after looking back with Moving Forward In Reverse: Greatest Hits.
Official Tracklisting:
1. Superstar
2. Your Disease
3. Click Click Boom
4. Always
5. Rest in Pieces
6. Raise Up
7. Bleed For Me
8. Survival of the Sickest
9. Razor’s Edge
10. Ladies and Gentlemen
11. Broken Sunday
12. Family Reunion
13. Time To Shine (newly recorded for this release)
14. Weight of the World
Tidbits…
Feb 8th
Limited Edition Kiss Sonic Boom Vinyl
Feb 7th
KISS PROUDLY ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF SONIC BOOM ON VINYL!
The critically-acclaimed KISS album will be pressed on 180 gram vinyl in five colors – Purple, Red, Green, Blue and Black. The album will be packaged in a full color gatefold jacket and includes lyrics on the inner sleeve and an exclusive 22″ x 33″ color poster!
Only 1000 of each color will be pressed!!
Because of the limited quantities, we are now taking pre-orders and expect the albums to ship in 6-8 weeks.
The Limited Edition KISS’ SONIC BOOM Vinyl is available exclusively at KISSONLINE.com, the official home of KISS!
New Bret Micheals Single (w/Miley Cyrus)
Feb 7th
In truly an interesting collaboration Poison front man Bret Michaels has released a brand new single entitled Nothing To Lose which features teen pop star Miley Cyrus (aka Hannah Montana).
The single is now available on Amazon.com as well as iTunes
Bret is offering fans a sample of the track exclusively at www.bretmichaels.com
Early Recordings of Nada Surf Founders Resurface
Feb 7th
Years before Nada Surf became “Popular” in 1996, vocalist/guitarist Matthew Caws and bassist Daniel Lorca were members of a noisier and trippier East Coast quartet called Because Because Because (http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/becausebb). Featuring British singer Robert Randall and hardcore drummer Blake Gomez, Because Because Because developed a regional underground following in the early ’90s, but the group’s songs were locked in the vaults and remained unreleased until now. Because Because Because’s long-overdue self-titled debut consists of six tracks that were recorded in 1991 and 1992, all of which include future Nada Surf stars Caws on guitars and backing vocals and Lorca on bass and backing vocals.
Despite that one-half of the line-up would eventually form Nada Surf, Because Because Because reflect a different era and attitude, blending the moody, English post-punk angst of Echo & the Bunnymen and the Jesus & Mary Chain with the guitar snarl of American college-radio icons the Pixies and Sonic Youth. The leadoff single, “Holler,” blasts into hyper speed with a Bunnymen-like stadium roar and a bracing New Order drone. “I’m incredibly proud of it. The pain of bringing together diverse musical approaches and influences resulted in some great material,” Randall explained.
Born from the ashes of the underground band The Cost of Living, Because Because Because had a short-lived yet promising existence that eventually blew a fuse due to personal differences. “It certainly wasn’t smooth sailing, that’s for sure,” Randall revealed. “I had just arrived in New York from London, bringing with me all of my English influences and cockiness.
We had completely different ways of working. I think we all learned a lot from each other. We also fought a lot. The three of them were better musicians than me. I was a stronger songwriter and didn’t care too much about musicianship, which used to piss Matthew off. Every time we did a song I would sing it slightly differently according to how I felt at the time. Matthew and Daniel were like machines; they could play the material the same way every time. Blake was caught in the middle. Matthew was very headstrong in those days, never having a problem telling Blake and I how we should do something. We resisted, wanting to do things in our ways. Our rehearsals were often very unpleasant affairs. Nevertheless, apparently great things came from adversity.” Eventually, the group fell apart. Caws and Lorca continued working together in Nada Surf while Gomez split to “play harder music with like-minded peers.” (Gomez also recently released his first solo effort, the metallic Regret Destroys You Tonight).
A few tidbits…
Feb 7th
Album Review: Wig Wam – Non Stop Rock N’ Roll
Feb 5th
Wig Wam – Non Stop Rock ‘N Roll
Genre: Glam Metal/Melodic Rock
Review by: Jere
When the fall of glam metal happened in the early-90s many of the bands who ended up weathering the storm and are still going strong today have obviously changed their image in order to fit into today’s standards. Even though a lot of the groups still incorporate part of the glam look into their stage performance there are not that many who embrace all the qualities the scene itself had to offer once it exploded on to MTV in the early ‘80s. For Norway’s Wig Wam they have intended to bring glam metal back to masses not only through their musicianship but from the flamboyant outfits they wear as well. If any mainstream publicist were to come across a photo of these guys they would probably end up erupting into laughing and ask someone if Wig Wam were a legit rock ‘n’ roll band or if they were trying to be a tribute to some bad fashion choices. Regardless of the look these guys are going for their unique blend of melodic hard rock has taken the world by storm. More specifically Wig Wam broke into the music industry though their involvement in the 2005 Eurovision Song contest. It was through their song In My Dreams where hard rock purists began to focus on the wide amount of talent coming in what would become the second wave of glam metal. After Eurovision Wig Wam would continue to build a loyal following through a sophomore effort appropriately titled Wig Wamania. In terms of delivering a straight forward melodic approach Wig Wam learned from some of the best drawing a wide array of influences from KISS, Queen, Bon Jovi, and Poison so as the band has grown and matured they’ve put out an impressive catalogue of party rock anthems. For their third studio effort Wig Wam have joined forces with a label that many consider the premier source for this particular genre nowadays – Frontiers Records and it’s definitely a partnership that is mutually beneficial for all parties involved as now Wig Wam is able to expand into various markets where their previous albums weren’t available. When first giving Non Stop Rock ‘N Roll a spin it’s quite obvious that the band has gone through some changes as even though they are still churning out catchy material there is something missing from the equation compared to Wig Wam’s previous outings. I can’t exactly pinpoint where but as a whole the results are a little hit and miss and for a majority of the listens I put into this release I began to wonder if there is a such a thing as a band trying deliberately to sound too glam? No matter how much time I devoted into trying to get behind Non Stop Rock N’ Roll there simply wasn’t the right mixture, in my opinion, and I’m not going to deliberately point fingers as to who is to blame. This is a new era for Wig Wam and once they signed with Frontiers they were given an incredible opportunity yet in hindsight I think everyone tried a little too hard to polish many of the production elements and the end result doesn’t quite live up to what a group the likes of this has done in the last four or five years. There is still some very energetic songwriting to be found through gems like Walls Come Down, Man In The Moon, and All You Wanted but as for the engine powering Wig Wam it ends up spitting and sputtering and in the long run it’s not good for the machine itself so hopefully if this affiliation between the band and Frontiers continues forward they’ll be able to restructure things a little bit differently and build a powerful rock album from the ground up.
The Good
After what seems like an eternity Wig Wam has returned. From the first moment I heard In My Dreams I knew this band had something going for them and I eagerly followed them when they released Wig Wamania. Non Stop Rock N’ Roll was pretty high up on my list of must listen albums of 2010 and it’s good to hear them again as they definitely one of elite groups leading the charge in the modern glam metal movement.
The Bad
I don’t want to call this album a melodic rock by the numbers type of release but unfortunately as a music critic and a music fan (and at times it’s really hard to be both) I’m not satisfied with this album as a whole. I don’t know if Frontiers went in and tried to add a much more glossy shine that Wig Wam has never really had before in their productions or if the band was trying to step things up performance wise there is just something drastically missing that would have brought Non Stop Rock N’ Roll to the next level.
Rockers – All You Wanted, Do Ya Wanna Taste It?, Walls Come Down
Ballads – Man In The Moon
Final Rating: 3.12/5
Additional Details
> Similar – Kiss, Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Poison
> Label – Frontiers Records.
> Artist Link: www.wigwam.no
> Purchase Link: www.nehrecords.com
Album Review: Keel – Streets of Rock & Roll
Feb 5th
Keel – The Streets of Rock & Roll
Genre: Hard Rock/Heavy Metal
Review by: Jere
For many reasons 25 years ends up being a very special occasion in the music industry for artists who’ve gone on to survive all the highs as well as the lows of a career. In the last year Keel has reunited to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their 1984 debut Lay Down The Law by playing a number of heavy metal festivals including Rocklahoma, the South Texas Rock Festival, and the Midwest RockFest. Keel’s legacy in hard rock is one of a kind and as the group kicks off 2010 founding member Ron Keel is looking to give fans a brand new studio album that keeps in the hard rocking traditions of past classics the likes of Because The Night, Tears of Fire, and The Right To Rock. Joining Keel on their journey down the Streets of Rock & Roll is acclaimed producer Pat Regan whose past work credits include Kiss, Deep Purple and Warrant just to name a few so when taking a look at how the guys have stacked the deck one has to wonder if this 25th anniversary celebration will continue onwards in a graceful manner? Don’t get me wrong Keel should definitely enjoy such a momentous occasion since it only comes once in a lifetime but when given the chance to listen to their ‘comeback album’ it didn’t have that edge behind it that made me go ‘What a way to ring in a return and celebrate 25 years!’ When The Streets of Rock & Roll begins Keel hit the ground running however as this album begins to evolve Ron and the boys tend to hit the breaks way too many times. Some might tell me this is to be expected with a band that has been around for this long yet many of groups from the classic heavy metal era ala Kiss and The Scorpions have both proven in their recent works that they still a passion for the music they create. That’s not to say that Keel doesn’t get behind their performances on this disc it just seems like all the excitement has been zapped out of the finished product thanks mainly in part to a muffled production. Maybe I’m being too harsh in my initial assessment with this release and if I do get some sort of backlash that is fine as I’ve been down that road before. For the most part here is a production that I look at and go well it has a few modern traits but for the most part it sticks to the traditional methods used back of the glory years when heavy metal was the hottest thing going and if we could take The Streets of Rock & Roll back in time to 1985/86 I personally don’t think it would be able to stand up what Keel did with The Right To Rock or The Final Frontier. There has to be a certain method applied when making a comeback as important as this and if a band isn’t firing on all cylinders from not only a performance standpoint but a technical standpoint as well than the outcome is going to lack and for a band like Keel they should have had Pat Regan really bump up the production several notches in order to give the songs a much more dynamic feel. Hopefully Keel will stick around within the next several years in order to erase the slate and start fresh with a batch of songs which will add a sense of raw exhilaration not felt since the band’s humble beginnings.
The Good
Despite The Streets of Rock & Roll being a run of the mill release it’s great to see Keel back celebrating their 25th Anniversary together. Who would have guessed a band the likes of this getting back together this day in age where their form of music is barely recognized by the contemporary music industry. Not to mention I highly doubt most of the groups that are constantly milking top 40 radio for all its worth nowadays will be around as long as Keel has and if by some chance they do manage to survive none will have the legacy that Keel has help built.
The Bad
In terms of a comeback The Streets of Rock & Roll is rather disappointing considering the album tries to put its best foot forward but due to a somewhat dull production Keel ends up getting lost in the shadows. There are a few songs here and there where Keel is in the zone but as the band moves forward something is holding them down to the point where their momentum slows to almost a snail’s pace. Mounting a successful comeback is a hard task and sometimes it takes more than one release to add fuel to the fire so if Keel is up for it they need to go out and tour in support of this release and then hit the studio again and see if they can find the correct amount of inspiration to show the world that everyone still has the right to rock!
Rockers – Hit The Ground Running, Come Hell or High Water
Ballads – Does Anyone Believe
Final Rating: 2.65/5
Additional Details
> Similar – Y&T, Motley Crue, Dokken
> Label – Frontiers Records.
> Artist Link: www.keelband.com
> Purchase Link: www.nehrecords.com
Creighton Doane presents Pilot Error
Feb 5th
Creighton Doane (affectionately known to Harem Scarem fans as “Where’s Darren?”) releases PILOT ERROR. This is Doane’s third solo release. The seven song EP reflects Doane’s schizophrenic taste in music. Soundtrack meets pop, says hello to rock then becomes disoriented and exits abruptly, subsequently ruining the entire evening for everyone. This collection of songs is the playlist of a confused man-child suffering from delusions of grandeur, drowning in a sea of dated cliches while knitting a piano key scarf.
Creighton spends his days in the studio working with a variety of artists as a producer, musician and writer. “I’m constantly working with other artists or writing for specific projects. Every so often I need to make some music for purely selfish reasons to tell my stories, my way. Why an EP? I wanted to get something out and waiting to have a full album seemed like it might take a long time. This music is where I am right now, and releasing fewer tracks means I can release new material more often. This is a good thing for me, and hopefully anyone else who likes what I do.”
The EP is available now at itunes as well as many other online music stores. Visit www.creightondoane.com for updates, detailed store information, iphone ringtones and more.
To check out a teaser of what Creighton’s Pilot Error EP sounds like check out the following link: YouTube.com
Official Tracklist for Pilot Error:
1. Stupider
2. Winter
3. I Know, You Know, I Know
4. F The F’n Fs
5. Change
6. Cry.Rejoice
7. Had Fun
Pilot Error credits:
Had Fun singers: Judy Tate, Emilie-Claire Barlow, Daniel LeBlanc, Melanie Doane, Rick Neigher, Brad Barker, Keith and Renee Bass on Cry.
Rejoice & Change: Pat Kilbride
Most drums recorded with Harold Hess at Vespa
Everything else performed, recorded, mixed & mastered by Creighton Doane at DLaudio.net
On The Rise Dreamzone released in Europe & U.S.
Feb 4th
Frontiers Records is pleased to announce the release of the long awaited ON THE RISE second album “Dream Zone”. Next release date February 17th in JAPAN.
ON THE RISE debut album caused a stir among the Melodic Rock fans community in 2003. Several magazines stated that ON THE RISE created the Melodic Rock ultimate debut album, boasting influences from the likes of Toto, Nelson and Boston with elements of the typical Scandinavian melodic rock. Thanks to the amazing songwriting and vocal abilities of founding member Terje Eide, ON THE RISE were catapulted in a few weeks on the headlines of all the Melodic Rock press.
Hailing from Bergen, Norway, Terje Eide is now the only member of ON THE RISE. His musical career started at 17 when he won a local talent contest. He later enjoyed a stint with the band Heaven & Hell, a rock institution in Bergen in the 80s. In 1986 he won the Norwegian National Rock Championship on national TV with the band The Heat. Terje went back to his Melodic Rock roots in 2000 starting a project who later on became ON THE RISE. A demo was made in early 2001 which immediately raised the interest of Frontiers Records who signed the project in June 2002.
“I’m very happy with the new album” says Terje, “The songs are catchy, groovy and they’ve got the strong choruses and melody lines that I always want them to have. It’s been a joyful musical journey. It’s an album I can support 110%. It’s got the typical ON THE RISE sound, but at some point it’s a little rougher than what has been written and produced before”. Some songs have been written by Terje in collaboration with Christian Wolff (who also appears playing keyboards and some bass and guitars on the record). Christian appeared already as songwriter in the Ambition album (featuring vocals by Thom Griffin of Trillion) and is currently collaborating with Joe Vana on the second Mecca record. Other musicians include Erik Engebretsen on drums and Eric Ragno on keyboards, while Terje took care of the vast majority of the guitar parts and all vocals, together with some keyboards and bass.
ON THE RISE – DREAM ZONE – Written & Produced by TERJE EIDE
TERJE EIDE – Lead Vocals, All Guitars, Keyboards, Bass & All Background Vocals
ERIK ENGEBRETSEN – Drums
CHRISTIAN WOLFF – Keyboards & Bass on Lost Your Track, Why Wait Another Day, Get Out Of Here, Lifeline & Howling At The Moon. Lead Guitars on Why Wait Another Day & Lost Your Track. Acoustic Guitars on Why Wait Another Day.
ERIC RAGNO – Piano & Keyboards on Edellyn, Lifeline, Tomorrow Never Dies & Dream Zone
“Dream Zone” final tracklisting includes:
Lifeline; Lost Your Track; Dream Zone; Edellyn; Alive; In the Line of Fire; Get Out of Here; Fly Away; No Time To Lose; Why Wait Another Day; Tomorrow Never Dies; Howling at The Moon, Find a Way (bonus track).
The Who Designs Limited-Edition T-Shirt
Feb 4th
Exclusively for Hard Rock’s Signature Series: Edition XXVII
The Who Signature Series to Benefit Leading Cancer Center City of Hope
More than 30 years ago, Eric Clapton, a regular customer at the original Hard Rock Cafe London, asked the staff if he could hang his guitar on the wall to mark his favorite bar stool as “his spot.” They did, and one week later, a package from The Who’s Pete Townshend arrived with a guitar and a note bearing the message “Mine’s as good as his! Love, Pete.”
After legendary guitarist Pete Townshend donated his guitar to Hard Rock and helped to start the brand’s world-famous memorabilia collection, Rock and Roll Hall of Famers and Super Bowl XLIV halftime performers The Who are once again making Hard Rock history. Hard Rock International is proud to announce the limited-edition The Who Signature Series: Edition XXVII, designed by Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey, which will benefit the band’s chosen charity – City of Hope, a leading research, treatment and education center for cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. Fifteen percent of the retail sales from The Who Signature Series: Edition XXVII T-shirts and pins will be donated to City of Hope.
The front of Hard Rock’s new Signature Series T-shirt features The Who’s famous logo and the timeless image of Pete Townshend swinging his arm “windmill-style” against his guitar strings, set atop a British flag. A backstage pass dangles from the neck of the navy blue T-shirt. The back of the shirt features the words “That’s Who” with an arrow leading from the “o” to the authentic signatures of Townshend and Daltrey. Offered in men’s sizes (S – XXL), Hard Rock’s The Who Signature Series T-shirt is now available online at www.hardrock.com and at Rock Shops at Hard Rock Cafes, Hotels and Casinos worldwide.
“Roger and I have a rich history with Hard Rock International and it’s an honor to join some of music’s greatest legends for this important cause,” said Pete Townshend. “It’s amazing that our design on a T-shirt can literally help save lives.”
Since it was established in 1971, Hard Rock International has been committed to a wide variety of philanthropic causes and activities around the world. Hard Rock developed the concept of partnering with world-renowned musicians and bands to create and donate imaginative designs, which are reproduced onto T-shirts, with a portion of the retail price benefiting the artist’s preferred charity. The Who joins a legendary roster of rock icons – from Bruce Springsteen, Eric Clapton and Bono, to Jon Bon Jovi, Shakira and John Lennon – to become part of Hard Rock’s Signature Series T-shirt program, which has helped to raise millions of dollars for charitable causes worldwide, such as WHY (World Hunger Year), Crossroads Centre Antigua, Fundacion Pies Descalzos, Amnesty International and more.
“The Who is truly one of the world’s most influential rock bands and an extremely significant part of Hard Rock’s history. Not only did Pete Townshend help to start Hard Rock’s memorabilia collection, but The Who headlined the first-ever Hard Rock Calling concert in London’s Hyde Park in 2006,” said Hamish Dodds, President and CEO, Hard Rock International. “We are honored to have The Who become part of Hard Rock’s renowned global Signature Series T-shirt program and show our support for City of Hope and its mission.”
Located just outside Los Angeles, City of Hope is one of 40 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. City of Hope is recognized worldwide for its compassionate patient care, innovative science and translational research, which rapidly turns laboratory breakthroughs into promising new therapies.
The Who Signature Series: Edition XXVII, in collaboration with Hard Rock International and Doug Morris, chairman and chief executive officer of Universal Music Group, is a key fundraising program first announced at the 2008 Spirit of Life® event. The event honored Doug Morris for his outstanding contributions to the community, music industry and significant fundraising campaigns and his longtime support of City of Hope’s lifesaving research and treatments.
For more information, please visit www.hardrock.com.
Various tidbits + new reviews coming tomorrow!
Feb 4th
With the end of the week drawing near several more new reviews will be online late tomorrow afternoon into early Friday evening – Keep checking back for those! – Jere
Now on tonight’s tidbits:
Bon Jovi Plans Full Album Shows On ‘Circle’ World Tour
Bruce Springsteen Sues New York Bar
Men At Work Lose Plagiarism Case
Ratt’s Infestation tracklisting & artwork
Feb 3rd
It’s no secret that RATT are back and raring to go. The band is proud to announce April 20, 2010 as the release date for their Loud & Proud debut, Infestation, an 11-song opus that is their first studio record in 11 years. The first single, “Best of Me”, is scheduled to impact rock radio on February 21. The song is available at all digital stores.
There’s been a flurry of activity in the Ratt camp in the past few years. Vocalist Stephen Pearcy has returned to the fold and the band has since signed to Loud & Proud/..Roadrunner. The legendary Los Angeles rock squad, also featuring guitarist Warren DeMartini, drummer Bobby Blotzer, bassist Robbie Crane and new guitarist Carlos Cavazo, engineered Hollywood’s much-heralded Sunset Strip sound in the 1980s.
“We wanted this to be like something that we would have written right after [1984’s] Out of the Cellar, Pearcy said. “We definitely went back to basics with the mindset of a band with a lot of excitement and some great songs to get out.” Infestation was produced by Elvis Baskette (Chevelle, Alter Bridge.) in the helmer’s Virginia studio, marking the first time the band has recorded outside of Los Angeles. The album is full of attitude and of reflection, cycling through a range of emotions. There are party anthems that Ratt are known for alongside more contemplative, thoughtful tunes.
The track listing for the album is as follows:
“Eat Me Up Alive”
“Best of Me”
“A Little Too Much”
“Look Out Below”
“Last Call”
“Lost Weekend”
“As Good as it Gets”
“Garden of Eden”
“Take a Big Bite”
“Take Me Home”
“Don’t Let Go”
Tidbits…
Feb 3rd
Ricky Nelson Remembered 25th Anniversary Tour Kicks Off!
Feb 2nd
Celebrity entertainers Matthew & Gunnar Nelson announced the kick off of the Ricky Nelson Remembered 25th Anniversary Tour in the Los Angeles area March 4-6 with 3 special engagement shows at the BriXton South Bay, The Canyon, and The Coach House.
“Ricky Nelson Remembered” is a unique multimedia tribute show featuring the live music of Ricky Nelson’s hit songs (including “Hello Mary Lou”, “Travelin’ Man”, “Garden Party”) performed by Ricky’s own twin sons Matthew & Gunnar and includes never before seen big screen video footage of the Nelson family with interviews from celebrities influenced by Ricky Nelson. The show appeals to a wide audience and multiple generations and celebrates the life of America’s original ‘Teen Idol’. This year 2010 marks the 25th anniversary of Rick Nelson’s passing in a tragic New Year’s Eve plane crash.
“Ricky Nelson may have been a rock icon but to us he was just our ‘Pop’,” said Gunnar Nelson. “Matthew and I still miss him immensely. It’s hard to believe he’s been gone twenty-five years. He was our inspiration and we want to keep his sweet memory alive through his wonderful music.”
“Our Pop (Ricky Nelson) was our best friend and performing his music always makes Gunnar and I feel closer to him,” adds Matthew Nelson. “We feel it’s our duty and an honor to carry on and keep his legacy alive. It’s only fitting we should kick off the 25th anniversary tour in our family’s backyard of Los Angeles.”
“Ricky Nelson Remembered” stars Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, the identical twin sons of Rock’n’Roll Hall of Famer Ricky Nelson and grandsons of ‘50s TV icons Ozzie & Harriet Nelson. When Matthew & Gunnar hit #1 on the Billboard with their rock band Nelson with their self-penned #1 mega hit “(Can’t Live Without Your) Love & Affection” it put the Nelson family in the Guinness Book of World Records as the only family in entertainment history with three generations of #1 Hitmakers! With their rock band Nelson, Matthew and Gunnar have (5) Five Top 40 Billboard hits, (4) Four #1 MTV videos and have sold over 6.5 million albums worldwide!
