pixies

2010-03-15T18:31:30Z

Black Francis The Pixies performing live in concert at the Hordern Pavilion. Sydney, Australia - 14.03.10

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Record industry hits back at 'myth' of go-it-alone stars

2010-03-09T09:16:15Z

<div><p>Record industry bosses hit back Tuesday at the "myth" that musicians no longer need them to become successful, insisting the Internet can help raise their profile but cannot make them stars.</p><p>The success of the Arctic Monkeys, the British band who made their name through fan websites, and Radiohead's decision to release an album for free online, have ...

Slash recruits vocalist A-team for solo project

2010-03-05T22:45:10Z

<div><p>NEW YORK (Billboard) - As a former member of Guns N' Roses and Velvet Revolver, Slash knows more than most musicians about what he calls "band drama."</p><p>"It just goes hand in hand with rock 'n' roll," the 44-year-old guitarist says with a seen-it-all laugh. "It's a very volatile world....

celebs tegel

2010-03-05T19:35:07Z

Martin Gore of Depeche Mode on his way to board a plane at Tegel Airport. Berlin, Germany - 05.03.20

Echo Award 2010

2010-03-04T22:35:56Z

BERLIN - MARCH 04: Martin Gore of the band Depeche Mode poses with the award at the Echo award 2010 at the Messe Berlin on March 4, 2010 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The bass player with Jane's Addiction has quit the band, and will reportedly be replaced by former Guns N' Roses rocker Duff McKagan.</p><p>Eric <...

02-27-2010 RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - English singer Chris Martin (from Coldplay)...

2010-03-03T02:00:40Z

02-27-2010 RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - English singer Chris Martin (from Coldplay) sighting in Rio de Janeiro. In picture: Chris Martin Photo by Cityfiles-Globe Photos, inc.

Music-Money Makers

2010-02-26T10:45:46Z

FILE -In this Oct. 25, 2009 file photo, Bono of the Irish rock band U2 performs during their 360 world tour stop at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, file)

Copyright 2010 LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Radiohead front man Thom Yorke on Thursday revealed the name of his new band -- Atoms for Peace -- and announced a series of U.S. tour dates.</p><p>The British alte...

Music Aerosmith

2010-02-25T07:18:26Z

FILE - In this June 10, 2009 file photo, lead singer Steven Tyler of the rock band Aerosmith performs at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre in Maryland Heights, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)

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A pickle beats band Nickelback in Facebook contest

2010-02-23T10:30:46Z

<div><p>NEW YORK (Reuters) - Does a pickle or the Canadian band Nickelback have more fans? It may be a joke, but the answer might not have the band laughing -- a pickle.</p><p>A group on Facebook called "Can this pickle get more fans than Nickleback?" hit its goal over the weekend, notching up 1.4 m...

depeche mode

2010-02-21T18:02:35Z

Martin Gore Depeche Mode performing live at O2 Arena. London, England - 20.02.10

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Guvera launch party

2010-02-19T17:17:17Z

Rock Band The Bravery, Guvera Pre-Launch Party held at the Metropolitan Pavillion New York City, USA - 18.02.10

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depeche mode performing

2010-02-18T17:46:19Z

Depeche Mode performing at the Royal Albert Hall in aid of 'Teenage Cancer Trust'. London, England - 17.02.10

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roger daltrey

2010-02-17T18:46:16Z

Roger Daltrey of The Who at Depeche Mode's concert at Royal Albert Hall London, England - 17.02.10

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Bonnaroo to feature DMB, Kings of Leon, Wonder

2010-02-22T10:27:47Z

<div id="subtitle">Eclectic Bonnaroo lineup features Dave Matthews Band, Kings of Leon, Stevie Wonder and Jay-Z</div><div><p&am...

Daughtry brings Saints, Colts fans together

2010-02-22T10:49:40Z

<div id="subtitle">Daughtry meets challenge of satisfying football-centered crowd during pre-show festivities</div><div><p>They are on opposing sides, but Indianapolis Colts and New Orleans Saints fans found something to bond over at the Super Bowl

Pete Wentz says Fall Out Boy not completely done

2010-02-22T11:06:42Z

<div id="subtitle">Pete Wentz says Fall Out Boy not completely done, but bassist unsure of band's future</div><div><p>Pete Wentz says talk of Fall Out Boy's demise has been blown out of proportion — but he isn't sure when the rock band will performing together again.</p><p>Earlier this week, lead singer

UK pop sale for Haiti raises $80,000 so far

2010-02-22T12:59:58Z

<div><p>LONDON (Reuters Life!) - An online auction of pop memorabilia from some of Britain's biggest acts has raised around 50,000 pounds ($80,000) so far for survivors of the Haiti earthquake, organizers Oxfam said on Monday.<...

Steven Tyler eyes suit to stop Aerosmith replacement

2010-02-22T13:08:28Z

<div><p>DETROIT (Billboard) - Amidst continuing reports of other singers being approached to front Aerosmith, Steven Tyler and his handlers are taking steps to reassert his position in the band.</p><p>Tyler's Los Angeles-based attorney, S...

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