E1 Music Signs KITTIE
News Update: July.6th.2009 - Monday
E1 Music announces the addition of Canada’s KITTIE to its heavy metal
roster. Under this worldwide deal, KITTIE will release three albums for
the label.
KITTIE (Morgan Lander—vocals and guitar, Mercedes Lander—drums, Tara
McLeod—guitar, and Ivy Vujic—bass guitar) has released four studio
albums during its career which have sold collectively over 1,250,000
copies. The band’s new album, IN THE BLACK, is slated for release on
September 15, 2009. Some new songs on the album are “Cut Throat, “Sorrow
I Know” and “My Plague.”
KITTIE vocalist Morgan Lander says, “We are totally thrilled and honored
to be working with Scott Givens and to now be part of the E1 family. We
have been hard at work for the past few months perfecting our latest
musical offering and are pleased with the final result of IN THE BLACK.
It is everything that Kittie is supposed to be: heavy, fast, brash and
nasty, yet at times introspective, feminine and emotional. One thing it
is not, however, is compromising of the sound and style that we have
come to be known for. This s*** is HEAVY! Our new label pairing with E1
will actualize the vision that we have held constant over the years for
the band."
E1 Music VP of Metal Scott Givens adds, “As a band, KITTIE truly is a
one of a kind powerhouse. I know I speak for everyone at E1 Music when I
say how excited we are to be working with them and launching IN THE
BLACK to the masses.”
Currently the band is working on Fall tour plans and will be shooting
two videos during the month of July.
For more information, go to
www.kochrecords.com,
www.kittierocks.com or
www.myspace.com/officialkittie.
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Whitney Houston's New Album Set For Release September 1, 2009
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Whitney Houston's new album will be released worldwide September 1, 2009 on Arista Records. This is Whitney's 7th studio album. Since her 1985 self-titled debut, she has built an illustrious career that has generated over 170 million combined worldwide sales of albums, singles and videos. Cited by the Guinness Book of World Records as music's "most awarded female artist of all time," with an unsurpassed tally of 411 awards, inclusive of 6 Grammy Awards, 2 Emmy Awards, 23 American Music Awards and 16 Billboard Music Awards... Whitney remains a singular force in music today. Be sure to visit www.whitneyhouston.com regularly for up-to-date album information, exclusive photos and more exciting news!
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Steve Perry Talks About Michael Jackson
News Update: July.2nd.2009 - Thursday
Steve was contacted by various media outlets for his thoughts on the
untimely death of Michael Jackson (June 25, 2009). The following are his
comments. Excerpts may appear in other publications such as Life
Magazine & Billboard Magazine.
What are some of your memories of working with Michael Jackson on "We
Are The World"
I was originally contacted by Lionel Richie’s manager, Ken Kragen who
told me that Lionel & Michael had written a song called “We Are The
World” for a project they were doing together called U.S.A. For Africa.
He wanted to know if I was interested in joining the choir with many
other recording artists. I said, “Sure...that would be fantastic!” The
next thing I knew I was at A&M studios in Hollywood in a room full of so
many artists that I grew up with and admired.
After we had done the chorus choir of “We Are The World” it was time to
do the verses. They told everyone to look at the floor and if your name
was there, you were selected for a verse step-out vocal. I glanced at
the floor and written on gray duct tape I saw the names of Michael
Jackson, Tina Turner, Ray Charles, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Cyndi
Lauper, Diana Ross, Kenny Loggins and so many more that I was stunned.
Then I glanced down and saw my own name on the floor and I got pretty
nervous. Lionel Richie had called me earlier and discussed why he wanted
me to be there and I believe he had a lot to do with me having a
step-out moment. I wasn’t sure what they were going to have me sing, but
from that point on, I was all ears – trust me!
Kenny Loggins, Steve Perry & Michael Jackson
For the longest period of time, I really wanted to meet Michael Jackson
but for whatever reason, it just never happened. During the recording
session, I remember how barraged Michael was with so many artists trying
to talk to him. Out of respect, I left him alone. Instead, I went into
the catering room and hung out with Bette Midler and Paul Simon.
Years later during the live rehearsals for the "Bad" tour, I finally got
to meet and talk to Michael. He was very gracious and made me feel very
welcome. I felt so lucky to stand stage left while they ran the entire,
full dress rehearsal of the show. What an experience to watch him
perform that close up!*
Do you have a favorite Michael Jackson song?
Michael's total body of work is so beautiful and massive that it's
really impossible to have any one favorite. I know that every single
time he released new music, the quality was always amazing and cutting
edge. No artists ever wanted to release their music at the same time
that Michael’s was released simply because the anticipation and
subsequent sales from his records was too much for anyone to compete
with.
How do you feel Michael has changed the music business?
Michael was always reaching for great songs, great vocal performances,
better recording and production values, better and better music videos
with new dance moves, and great sing along hooks that are still to this
day, truly timeless.
I think everyone will remember the first time they saw Michael do the
Moonwalk on television. I could not resist jumping up and trying it at
least once or twice because it was such an amazing move. After many
failed attempts, needless-to-say, I never tried that again.
Lastly, I'd like to add that the first time I ever heard Michael Jackson
sing was on the Jackson 5 single "ABC."
Immediately, I knew how truly talented and gifted he was.
Skillet - Awake To Be Released August 25th
News Update: June.30th.2009 - Tuesday
Atlantic recording group Skillet has announced the forthcoming release
of their eagerly awaited new album. "AWAKE" - which features the tracks
"Hero" and "Monster" - arrives in stores and at all online retailers on
August 25th.
Produced by Howard Benson (Three Days Grace, Daughtry, Flyleaf), "AWAKE"
is available now for pre-order via the rock outfit's official website,
located at http://skillet.com. A variety of packages are being offered,
pairing the album with such bonuses as an exclusive Skillet t-shirt, an
autographed VIP pass, and membership in Skillet's official fan club. All
pre-orders of "AWAKE" come with an immediate download of "Hero."
The release of "AWAKE" will be preceded by the electrifying new single,
"Monster." The track is slated to impact at Active Rock and Mainstream
Rock outlets nationwide on July 14th, while a companion video is
currently in pre-production.
One of America's hardest working live acts, Skillet will herald "AWAKE"
with an exhaustive tour schedule, kicking off a full-scale headlining
tour at Fort Wayne, Indiana's Embassy Theater on September 24th.
In other news, Skillet frontman John Cooper and producer Brian Howes
recently collected two BMI Music Awards for "The Last Night" and "The
Older I Get," both featured on 2006's Grammy Award-nominated "COMATOSE."
"COMATOSE" proved Skillet's most popular work to date, with sales now
approaching RIAA gold certification. The album followed the band's 2003
label debut, "COLLIDE," which launched Skillet into the mainstream while
also garnering their first Grammy Award nomination.
Founded in 1996, Skillet has earned ecstatic praise for their
inspirational and intense approach to hard-edged alternative rock. Hit
Parader celebrated Skillet for "(bringing) to mind the kind of slick,
studio-savvy work that made vintage Aerosmith and Bon Jovi so much fun
to listen to." "Skillet...continually push their musical muscle with
soaring guitar work interspersed with their take on 80's hair-metal
ballads," declared Mix.
For up-to-the-minute news and information, visit
www.skillet.com
or
www.myspace.com/skilletmusic.
Chickenfoot Cancels Show - Chad Smith Injured
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We are sorry to inform our Spanish fans that Chickenfoot cannot perform tomorrow night in Madrid due to a serious injury to drummer Chad Smith. Chad was performing on stage last night in Paris & during the show he hurt his right arm badly. He has torn his small bicep and cannot play the show Weds July 1st. The band is very sorry they cannot play for their Spanish fans this week and plan to return as soon as possible.
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