Dave Grohl says this Friday will be the release of the new metal EP for Dream Widow, the fake band from the Foo Fighters’ horror-comedy film Studio 666.
The former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist, Josh Klinghoffer, who now plays with Pearl Jam, will be opening the Pearl Jam tour with his solo act. And he’s discussed that his Pearl Jam bandmates have offered to play along with him. So, Pearl Jam might be opening for Pearl Jam on their next tour.
In the History of Rock in 1952 – The Cleveland Arena was the site of what will become recognized as the world’s first major Rock ‘n’ Roll concert. With over 10,000 people inside and another 20,000 waiting outside, Alan Freed is set to broadcast the event ‘live’ over the radio. Paul Williams And His Hucklebuckers were playing their first song when city officials decided to shut the proceedings down, citing fire code violations. Doors and windows were smashed, a few fights broke out, but no one asked for their $1.75 admission back.
In 1970 – The Faces, featuring newcomers Rod Stewart and Ron Wood, released their debut LP, “First Step”.
And in 1981 – Although they had been making records for ten years, REO Speedwagon enjoyed their first taste of success when “Keep On Loving You” became the top tune in the US. The band would go on to place twelve more songs in the Top 40.