Posts by Michele Amabile
Epiphone Unveils New Joan Jett Guitar
Just in time for the winter Olympics, Epiphone is rolling out a brand new guitar saluting Joan Jett. The Joan Jett Olympic special pays tribute to the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s favorite guitar, painted white to represent what she calls a “clean slate.” “I got a reputation because I didn’t bend to to…
Read MoreCher, Brian May, Local Musical Community Mourn Meat Loaf
Cher, Bonnie Tyler, Boy George, Queen’s Brian May, Bon Jovi members Jon Bon Jovi and David Bryan and local Jersey musicians Glen Burtnik and Ray Andersen are all paying tribute to the late Meat Loaf in the wake of the 74-year old singer’s death today (Jan. 21). “What a bigger than life presence. Saw the…
Read MoreWhat is New Jersey’s Favorite Girl Scout Cookie?
It’s Girl Scout Cookie Season, and according to a new report on Google Trends, Thin Mints is the official cookie of the Garden State. New Jerseyans aren’t alone–37 other states picked the tasty cookie as a favorite as well. Tagalongs, also known as Peanut Butter Patties, are second with EIGHT states. The new variety, Adventurefuls,…
Read MoreLoverboy Release New Track Ahead of Summer Tour
Loverboy is getting ready to hit the road this summer for the Live and Unzoomed tour–coming to the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel on August 20- with Styx and REO Speedwagon, and to celebrate the band is releasing a brand new song recorded in lockdown. “Release” –inspired by a 2005 documentary: Metal: A Headbangers…
Read MoreBruce Springsteen Tops Highest Paid Musician List of 2021
Bruce Springsteen has topped Rolling Stone’s “10 Highest Paid Musicians” for 2021. The list, created by former Forbes correspondent Zack O’Malley Greenburg, includes appearances by Motley Crue, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Paul Simon, and former Fleetwood Mac member Lindsey Buckingham. Springsteen’s earnings are estimated around $550, which includes the sale of his publishing and…
Read MoreRolling Stones Get Royal Stamp of Approval
The Rolling Stones will be honored by Royal Mail–the U.K’s Postal Agency–with a series of stamps celebrating the 60 year anniversary of the band–and New Jersey will be part of the fun. Twelve different stamps honoring the British rockers–with images from performances and tours– are being issued, and will be released on January 20. Included…
Read MoreStevie Nicks, Robert Plant Return to Festival Action at Bonnaroo
Stevie Nicks and Robert Plant are set to appear at The Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival at this year’s edition of the camping festival, taking place June 16-19, 2022 on the Bonnaroo Farm, located just 60 miles southeast of Nashville in Manchester, Tenn. The fesitval–which was cancelled due to flooding in 2021 -will include performances by y…
Read MoreRolling Stones Launch New Headphones Line
If you didn’t get what you wanted for the holidays AND you are a Rolling Stones fan, here is your chance to treat yourself to a new set of Stones headphones. Created in partnership with V-DOMA, the high-fidelity headphones–The Crossfade 2 Wireless: Rolling Stones Edition–are available in three versions, each featuring a different variation of…
Read MoreBon Jovi Announces 2022 Tour Dates
Buckle up, Bon Jovi fans! The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers are finally getting back in the saddle and hitting the road for a just announced North American Tour, Live Nation announced today. “We have all missed touring and we know that nothing can replace the energy of a live show for the fans…
Read MoreBruce Springsteen Tour Pushed to 2023?
As Covid cases continue to climb upwards, it looks like Bruce Springsteen fans may have to wait a little longer for that tour, according to a report in Hitsdailydouble. Although there is no official word of a tour, the industry publication reports that Springsteen is planning to move dates with the E Street Band—including a rumored Desert…
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