Archive for October, 2008

The Killers Announce Early 2009 Tour In Support Of 11/25 Release Of “Day and Age”

Posted on October 27, 2008 | No Comments
In anticipation of the November 25th release of Day and Age, The Killers have announced tour plans for 2009. Their first single, “Human”, is making headway on the Billboard charts, coming in at #58.The Killers Tour Dates:Nov. 03: LondonDec. 09: SeattleDec. 12: San FranciscoJan. 17:...
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Interview: Steve Dildarian creator of HBO’s "The Life & Times Of Tim"

Posted on October 27, 2008 | 3 Comments
Steve Dildarian discusses working on HBO's "The Life & Times of Tim"
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Rock & Roll Ghost’s Audio Jukebox (10/27/08)

Posted on October 27, 2008 | No Comments
MP3: Mason Proper – Lock and Key Mason Proper’s new album Olly Oxen Free is available now on Dovecote Records. The band are currently on tour (see dates below). Mason Proper On Tour: October 31 – Mt. Pleasant, MI – Rubbles Bar (w/ Those Transatlantics)November...
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Mark Kozelek To Release “The Finally LP” Album Of Covers 12/09

Posted on October 27, 2008 | No Comments
Mark Kozelek currently of Sun Kil Moon and his earlier band, Red House Painters, is known primarily for his great songwriting skills, but he has also earned a reputation for his unique cover versions of other artist’s songs. Caldo Verde Records has collected a bunch...
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Darker My Love Chart Nov/Dec Tour In Support Of “2″

Posted on October 27, 2008 | No Comments
(photos courtesy of Kirstie Shanley) Darker My Love begin another extensive tour in support of their sophomore release 2 out now on Dangerbird Records. The tour kicks off November 13th at San Francisco’s The Independent, but the band will first be playing a show at...
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New York Dolls Play “The Late Late Show w/ Craig Ferguson” October 28th

Posted on October 27, 2008 | No Comments
New York Dolls will perform on “The Late Late Show w/ Craig Ferguson” on Tuesday, October 28th. The band have also released their brand new live album, Live at Fillmore East. Recorded in December of last year at NYC’s Fillmore East, this disc captures ten...
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The Secret Machines Unveil New Set Design On Current Tour; New Album Out Now

Posted on October 27, 2008 | No Comments
The Secret Machines’ new album Secret Machines is out now on the band’s own label, TSM Recordings. The band are unveiling a new set design on their current tour as well. Band member Brandon Curtis enlisted the conceptual talents of one of Europe’s premiere award-winning...
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Christina Aguilera Debuts “Keeps Gettin’ Better” Video; Greatest Hits Exclusive To Target 11/11

Posted on October 27, 2008 | No Comments
Christina Aguilera has filmed a video for “Keeps Gettin’ Better” from her upcoming greatest hits album of the same name. Keeps Gettin’ Better – A Decade Of Hits will be released exclusively at Target stores and on Target.com on November 11th. Rock & Roll Ghost...
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“Joe the Plumber” Mulls Congressional Run … Pardon Me While I Say “Oo-Wee”

Posted on October 24, 2008 | No Comments
Could the jackass in the pic with the gray shirt be one of Ohio’s next Congressmen? Joe Wurzelbacher, you know, “Joe the Plumber” (except for the fact that he’s not a licensed plumber), is considering running against Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur for Ohio’s 9th District...
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December 6 Jacksonville, FL Bubbapalooza Tickets Go On Sale @ Noon EST Today

Posted on October 24, 2008 | 1 Comment
Tickets go on sale today at noon (Friday, Oct. 24) for Bubbapalooza, the live, multimedia comedy event presented and hosted by top-rated radio personality Bubba the Love Sponge®. Bubbapalooza will take place on Saturday, December 6 at 9 pm at the Florida Theatre in Jacksonville....
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Rock & Roll Ghost’s Audio Jukebox (10/24/08)

Posted on October 24, 2008 | No Comments
MP3: Bruiser – 10 Song Chicago’s Bruiser are releasing RightBeforeTheStopAhead will be officially released today, October 24th with a record release party at Chicago’s Elbo Room with digital copies will be available free to the public at Bruiserband.com. Produced by Steven Haigler (The Pixies, Quicksand,...
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Wee Hairy Beasties Perform At Chicago’s Old School of Folk Music 10/25 @ 11 AM

Posted on October 24, 2008 | No Comments
The Wee Hairy Beasties! Performing at Old Town School Of Folk Music on Saturday, October 25th Gary and Laura Maurer Concert Hall :: 4544 N Lincoln Ave – Chicago, IL Show Time: 11am Ticket Cost: $12 General Public/$11 Old Town School Members/$12 Seniors & Children...
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Toronto’s Constantines Play First Ever Show in Mexico; North American Tour Dates Inside

Posted on October 24, 2008 | No Comments
Toronto’s Constantines will begin a month-long North American tour beginning November 18th in Mexico City, Mexico (marking their first time performing in the country) and ending December 19th in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. The band will be touring in support of their fourth full-length release Kensington...
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Deerhunter Start “Microcastle” Tour On Halloween In Atlanta

Posted on October 24, 2008 | No Comments
Atlanta’s Deerhunter will begin their tour in support of Microcastle, their follow-up to 2006′s Cryptograms, next Friday, October 31st, in Atlanta at Variety Playhouse. Microcastle will be released both on CD and LP via Kranky in North America and via 4AD to the rest of...
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Method Man & Redman Tour Ahead Of “Blackout 2″ Release In December

Posted on October 24, 2008 | No Comments
One of Hip Hop’s legendary duos mark their return with the “Still High Tour”. Method Man & Redman’s are out on tour now supporting their upcoming Def Jam Recordings release Blackout 2, due out in December. Method Man & Redman are playing tonight in Chicago...
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