Dave Mustaine interview on Goldmine

By Patrick Prince

 

Dave Mustaine, Megadeth’s leader and founder, has come a long way from where he was at when “Peace Sells… But Who’s Buying?” came out (1986). Much of it has been recorded in the press, or in his autobiography, “Mustaine: A Heavy Metal Memoir.” Now, 25 years later, he celebrates the release of “Peace Sells …” anniversary edition — remastered and expanded to include two CD and digital audio packages, a deluxe five CD and three LP box set (which includes a previously unreleased 1987 concert from the band’s first world tour) — on July 12 by Capitol/EMI.

The deluxe box set also includes previously unreleased and rare mixes of the album’s tracks, as well as an 20-page book, plus 8”x10” photos and reproductions of vintage Megadeth memorabilia. The cover of the box uses a new, unique process of lenticular 3D which reinterprets the original cover, creating the illusion of Megadeth’s Vic Rattlehead character jumping out of the art.

Not only that but you get liner note praise from none other than Metallica’s Lars Ulrich: “Whether you heard this record for the first time in 1986, or you hear this record for the first time today or tomorrow, ‘Peace Sells …’ is a great heavy metal album,” writes Lars Ulrich in his liner notes for the new edition.  “Nothing more, nothing less.  It has stood the test of time.  And will continue to do so.”

Read the interview: Dave Mustaine at ‘Peace’ in his career | Goldmine Magazine

Coverdale never gets old

INFINITELY CHARMING AND CHARISMATIC MUSICALLY as he is personally, David Coverdale took time to catch up with Goldmine’s Carol Anne Szel just before the release the band’s 11th CD, “Forevermore,” on the Frontiers Records label.

Read more: Inspiration, indulgence and turning 60: Coverdale shares all | Goldmine Magazine

BRET MICHAELS, BACK IN HOSPITAL AFTER SUFFERING WARNING STROKE

From Bret Michaels MySpace blog, this afternoon:

CELEBRITY APPRENTICE FINALIST, BRET MICHAELS, BACK IN HOSPITAL AFTER SUFFERING WARNING STROKE KNOWN AS A TRANSIENT ISCHEMIC ATTACK (TIA)

RECEIVES DEVASTATING NEWS AS TESTS SHOW HE HAS A HOLE IN HIS HEART OR PATENT FORAMEN OVALE (PFO)

Bret Michaels was readmitted to the hospital this week after suffering numbness on the left side of his body, predominately his face and hands which doctors described as a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) or warning stroke. While MRI and CT scan tests were being conducted, Michaels also received a Doppler Ultrasound of his legs and lower abdomen looking for blood clots and most importantly an Ultrasound Bubble Test of his heart was conducted which proved positive for a Patent Forum Ovale (PFO), a hole in the heart. Dr. Zabramski (Bret’s neurosurgeon), Dr. Becker (who ordered the test), Dr. Cook (who conducted the test) and Dr. Frey (Director, Outpatient Stroke Program) all confirmed the results.

Dr. Zabramski states “There is no doubt that the positive Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) is devastating news to Bret and his family. The good news is that it is operable and treatable and we think we may have diagnosed the problem that caused the Transient Ischemic Attach (TIA) or warning stroke; however we feel it is highly unlikely this is connected to the brain hemorrhage he suffered just a few weeks earlier. Once again it is great that he quickly reacted to the severe numbness and got to the hospital immediately.”

Dr. Zabramski continues, “I realize Bret wants to make a full recovery so that he can be active with his family, attempt to attend the finale of Celebrity Apprentice and especially get back on the road to continue making music. Without a doubt he is very determined to get healthy and make a 100% recovery. Medically speaking it is a fantastic attitude both mentally and physically for him to have. However, Bret’s brain and body are not quite 100% yet, especially with the hole found in his heart. Further tests will be conducted throughout the week and I will have more information next week as to how this Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) will be treated. For now, Bret will be treated with outpatient care which includes a daily injection of Lovenox (a blood thinner to reduce the chance of blood clots) and blood tests.”

Bret’s rep, Janna Elias, states “Bret wants everyone to know he cannot thank you enough for all of the well wishes, prayers, and good vibes you have sent his way. Even though these last few months have been tough on him and his family, especially this most recent setback, he is in good spirits, great medical hands and is positive and hopeful that everything is going to be OK. He is up, walking, talking, continuing his daily rehab and very happy to be alive but he has made it clear he is sick and tired of being in the hospital and is ready to rock again.”

Bret Michaels hospitalized again

It is indeed true. Bret Michaels has suffered a brain hemorrhage. Carol Anne Szel of Goldmine has confirmed it.

Was it due to complications from the appendicitis a week ago? He was rushed into surgery back then.

There is no other news about it yet. All we can say is Get Well Soon, Bret.

Megadeth’s David Ellefson says Satan is “a small fry guy”

As christian as his fellow co-founder David Mustaine, Ellefson finds it weird that bands would take the subject of Satan beyond lyrical entertainment.

Here’s an excerpt from an interview in Goldmine Magazine:

Does your songwriting still match with Dave (Mustaine) nowadays?
Ellefson: We’ll tell, I guess, as we move forward. Sometimes I pick up a bass but right now I’m in performance mode when I pick the instrument up. The other day I was at my house and some ideas fell out. I was in Megadeth but not around Megadeth, so a certain kind of thing came out and it made me go ‘Wow, this would probably work well on a future Megadeth record.’

Are you still interested in the same subjects? I mean, are you a fellow Christian?
Ellefson: I am.

Oh, okay, so you can still relate to each other as songwriters.
Ellefson: Absolutely. And you know it’s funny with Megadeth, because even years ago Dave would draw from scripture to come up with ideas and they would be very inspirational. It’s interesting. The whole Book of Isaiah, you could write an entire Iron Maiden album out of that, you know. It’s definitely a good source for inspiration. The history books are just ripe soil for writing metal records.

There had been too much of an unfair attack on metal in the past, especially in the ’80s, as far as it being Satanic.
Ellefson: It’s funny. Even when the thrash thing started, with Venom and all that, even if you listen to those things, none of those guys were Satan worshipers. They talked about Satan. Worshiping Satan, it’s like, ‘Is that the best you can do?’ He’s kind of a small fry guy. You’re kind of limiting your resources a little bit there, if you go down that road.

Was all that hard work of the PMRC in the ’80s for naught?

Probably so.

Did Bret Michaels’ appendix burst?

It was just a rumor, carried out-of-control on the Web.

The truth appears to be in a recent blog post on Michaels’ MySpace:

Bret Michaels, who is currently appearing on NBC’s Celebrity Apprentice, remains in the hospital after an emergency appendectomy early Monday morning.

While on his current Roses and Thorns Tour which is set to visit over 200 cities, the legendary rock  and roll front man was rushed to an undisclosed hospital in San Antonio on Sunday after suffering from severe stomach pains and what was originally thought to be a case of the stomach flu. Upon further examination doctors insisted on performing a CAT scan which revealed that the 47 year old diabetic’s appendix was nearly ready to burst, and rushed him into an early Monday morning (1:00am) surgery. It is now known that his appendix would have more than likely burst on stage that evening quite possibly resulting in death

After spiking a fever during the overnight hours, which could be a sign of infection, it is reported that Michaels will remain under doctor’s care for an undisclosed amount of time as to monitor his progress watch for complications.

Bret Michaels shows his feisty side on The Apprentice

Bret Michaels had proven last night why he’s a frontman and not in, say, the rhythm section of a rock band. The fact that he was idle and not given a task on the Apprentice drove him nuts. The guy likes action (no pun intended) and when things are idle he likes to put things into action. When he was not given a task by project leader, Sinbad, Bret lost his composure, and it almost got him fired. He went from adored project leader to doghouse in Trump’s boardroom within two episodes.

But he survives, to lead another day.

God, what a lame show.

The Writer From Heaven MUSIC NEWS – Carol AnneSzel

Due to overwhelming demand, five final shows have been added to the ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND’s annual New York City residency: March 22, 23, 25, 26, and 27. This year, the iconic Rock & Roll Hall of Fame group will call the 3200-capacity United Palace Theatre (formerly known as the 175^th Street Theatre) their springtime home beginning March 11 for a 13-show run. Tickets for the new dates go on sale to American Express cardholders Friday, January 29 through Friday, February 5 and to the general public Saturday, February 6 via www.ticketmaster.com.

Elvis Costello, whose show “Spectacle: Elvis Costello With…” wrapped up its second season on Sundance Channel at the end of January, will tour the U.S. this spring with a variety of line ups. Costello will be playing solo, with his band the Imposters, and with the Sugarcanes, the accomplished musicians who joined him on his Grammy-nominated 2009 album ‘Secret, Profane & Sugarcane’ (Hear Music).
The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer will kick off the tour in Davis, CA April 7, playing seven solo dates in the state, and will perform with the Imposters in Atlantic City and Biloxi, MS. He will then travel the East Coast, including Boston, Washington, New York and Atlanta, with the Sugarcanes, who are Jerry Douglas (dobro), Stuart Duncan (fiddle), Mike Compton (mandolin), Jeff Taylor (accordion) and Dennis Crouch (double bass). The Sugarcanes dates will also include JazzFest in New Orleans (April 29) and MerleFest in Wilkesboro, NC (May 1). Costello will also perform solo with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra at the end of May.

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The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer will kick off the tour in Davis, CA April 7, playing seven solo dates in the state, and will perform with the Imposters in Atlantic City and Biloxi, MS. He will then travel the East Coast, including Boston, Washington, New York and Atlanta, with the Sugarcanes, who are Jerry Douglas (dobro), Stuart Duncan (fiddle), Mike Compton (mandolin), Jeff Taylor (accordion) and Dennis Crouch (double bass). The Sugarcanes dates will also include JazzFest in New Orleans (April 29) and MerleFest in Wilkesboro, NC (May 1). Costello will also perform solo with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra at the end of May.
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 For the first time since 1989, the Allman Brothers will move the show uptown to this new venue due to a scheduling conflict at the Beacon Theatre. But as always, expect the band–GREGG ALLMAN (vocals and keyboards), BUTCH TRUCKS (drums and tympani), JAIMOE (drums), WARREN HAYNES (vocals, lead and slide guitar), DEREK TRUCKS (slide and lead guitar), OTEIL BURBRIDGEMARC QUINONES (congas and percussion)–to welcome a wide variety of special guest musicians to join them.
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TargetCancer, a non-profit organization devoted to helping fund research into rare and lesser known cancers – has launched a new download series called ‘The Right Track: Tunes To TargetCancer.’ The series features exclusive downloads of new and rare music from Weezer, Ween, The Donnas, Cowboy Junkies, Dean & Britta, Buffalo Tom, Linda Thompson, Drug Rug and others, with more artists to be added in the coming months. In addition to these exclusive pay-what-you-wish downloads ($.99 minimum), The Right Track will sponsor a series of concerts and events, with 100% of proceeds from all its initiatives going directly to research funding.
“We jumped at the chance to give an exclusive track for TargetCancer Charity,” said Weezer. “We feel this is an extremely worthy and urgent cause and are all too happy to help out.”
“Like so many others we have had friends and loved ones deeply affected by cancer,” added Dean & Gene Ween. “We believe everyone should stand together in the hopes that we someday might find a cure.”
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Aspiring rock stars attending this year’s Los Angeles ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP will not only have their chance to perform alongside members of KISS, Van Halen, Poison, Motorhead, Traffic and Winger–they’ll also be part of a new VH1 Classic reality series.

Set for February 23-28 at a variety of locations throughout the Los Angeles music community, the acclaimed musical adventure takes attendees through grueling and joyful days like those of their favorite musicians. Each day a new thrilling challenge exists for the “rock campers” from the audition process, to forming bands, writing and recording music and finally culminating in a “battle of the bands” concert at a legendary Los Angeles venue.

The participants are led through day-long sessions by some of the best in the music business. Already onboard to mentor the rock campers: Ace Frehley (KISS), Michael Anthony (Van Halen/Chickenfoot), Mark Farner (formerly of Grand Funk Railroad), Lita Ford (The Runaways), Lemmy Kilmister (Motorhead), Dave Mason (Traffic), Kip Winger (Winger), Bruce Kulick (KISS), Gary Hoey (solo artist), Teddy Andreadis (Guns N’ Roses), Mark Hudson (producer, songwriter–Aerosmith), Spike Edney (Queen), Sandy Gennaro (Joan Jett/Pat Travers Band), Jeff Foskett (Beach Boys), Rami Jaffee (Foo Fighters), Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot/Ozzy) and Richie Kotzen (solo artist).
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Celebrity entertainers Matthew & Gunnar Nelson announced the kick off of the RICKY NELSON REMEMBERED 25^th ANNIVERSARY TOUR in the Los Angeles area March 4-6 with 3 special engagement shows at the BriXton South Bay, The Canyon, and The Coach House.

 “RICKY NELSON REMEMBERED” is a unique multi media tribute show featuring the live music of Ricky Nelson’s hit songs (including “Hello Mary Lou”, “Travelin’ Man”, “Garden Party”) performed by Ricky’s own twin sons Matthew & Gunnar and includes never before seen big screen video footage of the NELSON family with interviews from celebrities influenced by Ricky Nelson.www.RickyNelsonRemembered.com
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Superfly Productions and AC Entertainment announce a unique unveiling of the 2010 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival lineup will take place next Tuesday February 9th. This will unfold throughout the entire day creating a virtual event for Bonnaroo fans, who will be able to view and discuss the confirmed lineup online.

 

Bonnaroo organizers invite the media to watch and participate in what they hope will become a new tradition for those who look forward to its annual artist announcement.
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The South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Conference and Festival, scheduled to take place March 17 – 21, 2010 in Austin, Texas, is pleased to announce a few of the bands scheduled to perform, artists that are participating on panels and exciting changes at the SXSW Day Stage.

This year’s SXSW Music Conference will feature some notable artists that will be speaking on panels taking place in the Austin Convention Center. Judy Collins shares her thoughts on “Where Goes English Folk Music?,” John Doe joins Ian Rogers’ panel “The Cultural Significance of Direct-to-Fan Marketing,” DJ Spooky encourages the spread of music into established cultural institutions in “Performing Arts: New Frontier for Live Acts,” Melissa Auf Der Mar exhibits her photographic side on “Image Makers Of Rock and Soul,” Suzanne Vega kicks MP3 butt on “Music Artists: Getting A Digital Ass-Kicking,”Andrew WK dissects rock star myths on “What Becomes A Legend Most,” Chris Walla highlights his studio work on “Producers Adapt & Survive,” Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth recall early gigs on “CBGBs Stories,” and Anya Marina talks soundtracks on “Case Study: New Moon.” Join these artists and over 350 other speakers for an enlightening look at the past, present and future of the music industry.
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Slayer and Megadeth are thrilled to announce the new, confirmed routing for the American Carnage North American Tour, which will commence with the rescheduled Canadian Carnage East dates in Quebec City on Friday, July 23. Slayer will then head to Europe for a run of festival dates, returning to kick off the American Carnage leg in Albany, NY on August 11. American Carnage will play 26 dates across the United States and Eastern Canada up to the Labor Day weekend, ending in Portland, OR on September 4. Testament will be Special Guest on all shows. Tickets purchased for the American Carnage shows when they first went on sale late last year will be honored for these rescheduled dates. Complete information regarding ticket sales can be found at www.slayer.net

　

　

　

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Ratt Vocalist Stephen Pearcy Says Former Quiet Riot Guitarist Carlos Cavazo is Perfect for the Band

Well, he should be perfect for Ratt. Carlos (right) certainly knows the 80s scene. But there’s more to it. Carlos will fulfill a duel guitar attack that the band wants. … “double solos” as Pearcy puts it, and all that.

Lead guitarist, Warren DeMartini, prefers the duel attack, too, but really doesn’t need it. He alone is the best part of Ratt. An excellent lead guitarist. Carlos doesn’t compare.

Carlos joined the band because Ratt’s previous rhythm guitarist, John Corabi, had quit.

‘The Writer From Heaven’ MUSIC NEWS by Carol AnneSzel

‘The Writer From Heaven’ MUSIC NEWS by Carol AnneSzel

Poison frontman and ‘Rock of Love’ star Bret Michaels is in the studio as pop sensation Miley Cyrus as she records her all time favorite song, ‘Every Rose Has Its Thorn’.

Cyrus has been a Poison fan for most of her life, and at only 17 years old, Miley tells People.com magazine that the band was the first concert she attended as a youngster in Nashville.

 Along with other producers, Bret Michaels has been in the studio with Miley to lend a hand in the recording of his song which was #1 on the Billboard charts in 1988.

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GRAMMY, AMA and five-time Dove Award-winning Group of the Year Casting Crowns is announcing plans to continue its highly-successful “Until The Whole World Hears” Tour in 41 more cities this spring. Kicking off on February 4, in Kansas City, Mo., the tour features a brand new lineup with special guests Kutless on dates in February and March, and Tenth Avenue North rounding out the tour’s final segment of shows in April and May. Indie rock band CALEB, featuring brothers Caleb and Will Chapman, will also join the tour roster.
CASTING CROWNS “UNTIL THE WHOLE WORLD HEARS” SPRING TOUR

FEBRUARY

2/4           Kansas City, MO             Sprint Center

2/5           Tulsa, OK                        Spirit Bank Events Center

2/6           Oklahoma City, OK          Crossroads Church

2/11         Bossier City, LA              CenturyTel Center Arena

2/12         Birmingham, AL               Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center

2/13         Tupelo, MS                      BancorpSouth Arena

2/18         Baltimore, MD                 1^st Mariner Arena

2/19         Rochester, NY                 Roberts Wesleyan College

2/20         Newark, NJ                     Prudential Center

2/21         Portland, ME                    Civic Center

2/23         Binghamton, NY              Broome County Arena

2/25         Plymouth, MI                   Northridge Church

2/26         Wyoming, MI                   GR First AOG Church

2/27         Pittsburgh, PA                  Mellon Arena

2/28         Hershey, PA                    Giant Center

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Dance pop sensation ERIKA JAYNE closes a successful 2009 by skyrocketing up the U.K. music charts with the recently reworked editions of her hit single “Give You Everything,” featuring remixes from Paul Harris, Mark Brown and Michael Woods. The “Give You Everything” remixes have shot to #2 on the Music Week Upfront Club Chart as well as #6 on the Music Week Commercial Pop Club Chart, marking the first time ERIKA has landed on the U.K. charts.  In addition, the single has landed on the #5 spot of Billboard’s 2009 year end Hot Dance Club Play Songs chart. 
This year has undoubtedly marked ERIKA’s biggest achievements to date. Beginning with the release of her debut album PRETTY MESS (out now on E1 Music) earlier this year, the Atlanta-born, Los Angeles transplant topped the Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs chart with her #1 single “Give You Everything,” marking the third time ERIKA has dominated in this area; her singles “Roller Coaster” and “Stars,” also featured on Pretty Mess, have previously topped the Hot Dance Club Songs chart at #1.

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Montreal based Derelict have announced they have parted ways with bassist Louis-Phillipe Roy and replaced him with bassist Joey Sciacchitano.

Derelict’s new album “Unspoken Words” was released through Year of the Sun Records. The album was recorded in the metal mecca of Canada, Montreal, Quebec under the watchful eye of Cryptopsy guitarist Chris Donaldson (The Agonist, Cryptopsy). EXCLAIM Magazine proclaimed that the band “combines several realms of extreme music into a very tasty final result.” The group is currently streaming tracks from their debut online at www.myspace.com/derelictmetal

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 Award-winning composer JOHN SWIHART whose career is on a stellar trajectory since scoring “Napoleon Dynamite” five years ago scores “Youth in Revolt.” He has successfully traversed the musical landscape from performer with the Blue Man Group to scoring numerous films and TV series. Swihart’s signature “indie” musical style to Napolean Dynamite is still mimicked today by numerous composers. The film is distributed by The Weinstein Company and will be released January 8, 2010. Soundtrack available January 5 on Lakeshore Records.

Springsteen E-Street Band Legend CLARENCE CLEMONS Autobiography

‘Big Man: Real Life & Tall Tales’ Lands in the NYTimes Bestseller’s List

  

“When the change was made uptown and the Big Man joined the band, from the coastline to the city all the little pretties raise their hands.”
-Bruce Springsteen “Tenth Avenue Freeze-out”

Released in October,  ‘The Big Man’ Clarence Clemons’ much anticipated book, Big Man: Real Life & Tall Tales hit the Bestseller’s list right out of the box. A true gift to readers and fans alike, the book gives the world a probing look into the inner circle of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Bands royally rocking musical family.

Co-authored by Don Reo with the forward written by Bruce Springsteen, this cutting edge book enthralls readers with fact and fiction. In the forward Bruce writes, “This is not your average rock book. It is something creative, something unique, something new. It is the story of E-Street. It is the story of stories. It is the story of the Big Man.”
Throughout the book The Big Man opens up about his relationship with Bruce and reveals never been told before info. “I knew it when I first met him. Because he was what I was looking for and I was what he was looking for. When we met it felt real for me, it felt real for both of us,” Clemons proclaims.

“The tales of rock and roll history are brought to life by a legend himself, Clarence Clemons.” Former President Bill Clinton
Big Man: Real Life & Tall Tales is a must have for anyone who loves Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and has been touched by the Big Man’s legendary musical prowess.

Visit the official Big Man: Real Life & Tall Tales website:

 

www.TheBigMansBook.com

 

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This year, Warner Bros. Records teamed up with Beluga Heights and celebrates an instantly successful joint venture, with the launch of two groundbreaking artists who have both reached #1 on the Billboard charts within weeks and have taken on pop music by storm.  Miami native, 20 year old pop star, Jason Derulo quickly soared to #1 on Billboard Hot 100 last month with his debut hit single “Whatcha Say.” Following quickly behind, Island pop star Iyaz hailing from the Virgin Islands took the #1 spot on the Billboard top 40 charts just this week.

Both artists are becoming national pop sensations. Jason Derulo gears up to join Lady Gaga on the Monster Ball tour. Iyaz celebrates his pop radio success with a nationwide radio tour and is next up in the “Island/Pop” genre that Beluga Heights coined with the success of the label’s premiere artist Sean Kingston. 

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