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Joe Walsh, Jorma Kaukonen Discuss Levon Helm and Tonight's "Love for Levon" Tribute Concert

10/03/2012 at 3:00 am

LoveforLevon.comLove for Levon, the star-studded tribute concert for late Band singer/drummer Levon Helm, takes place tonight at the Izod Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey.  An impressive collection of acclaimed artists from various areas of the music world are slated to be on hand to honor Helm, including Roger Waters, Gregg Allman, Joe Walsh, founding Band keyboardist Garth Hudson, Hot Tuna/ex-Jefferson Airplane guitarist Jorma Kaukonen, pop/blues star John Mayer, gospel/soul great Mavis Staples and Allman Brothers Band guitari read more ≫


Olivia Newton-John & John Travolta Reunite for Charity Christmas Album

10/02/2012 at 3:00 pm

Universal Music EnterprisesEveryone loved Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta together in Grease -- not just their acting, but their singing as well. Now, the two iconic stars have re-teamed for a very special project: a charity Christmas album that marks their first time recording together in nearly 35 years. read more ≫


Beatles Releasing Limited-Edition Single to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of "Love Me Do"

10/02/2012 at 12:01 pm

ParlophoneThis Friday marks the 50th anniversary of the release of The Beatles' "Love Me Do" single, the band's first offering on the Parlophone label.  To celebrate the milestone, a special limited-edition vinyl disc is being made available.  The retro-looking 45 rpm single, which features "Love Me Do" on the A side and "Please Please Me" and the B side, can be pre-ordered now at The Beatles' official online store for $12.99. read more ≫


Van Morrison's Releases His New Album, "Born to Sing: No Plan B," Today

10/02/2012 at 9:00 am

Blue NoteVan Morrison's new album, Born to Sing: No Plan B, the legendary singer/songwriter's first studio effort in more than four years, hits stores today.  The 10-song collection marks Morrison's return to Blue Note Records, the famed jazz label that released his 2003 album, What's Wrong with This Picture? read more ≫


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