Monthly Archives: July 2008

Bruce Springsteen live at Giants Stadium 7/27

Posted on July 30, 2008 by gearsofrock

My 99th concert happened last Sunday at Giants Stadium, featuring New Jersey rock legends, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. This was actually only the first time I caught the boss live; I came close in 2003 but had … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Rock Concert #100 Tomorrow!

Posted on July 30, 2008 by gearsofrock

I just realized that I am meeting a personal milestone tomorrow evening with my 100th rock concert. The rock band is Poison and the venue is Jones Beach on Long Island. This is the 100th real rock show for me … Continue reading →

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Who is the official rock 'n roll comedian?

Posted on July 25, 2008 by gearsofrock

I’m currently on a stand-up kick so I was just pondering. I narrowed it down to the following 6: Jim Breuer Mitch Hedberg George Carlin Sam Kinison Artie Lange Andrew Dice Clay I’m not sure what to consider. Do you … Continue reading →

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Kerrang! Iron Maiden tribute rules!

Posted on July 23, 2008 by gearsofrock

I have been listening to the Kerrang! Iron Maiden Tribute, Maiden Heaven, and it is GREAT! I know, I know, Iron Maiden can’t be covered, blah blah blah…but there are some great versions on this CD. My favorites from the … Continue reading →

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Steven Adler arrested for narcotics

Posted on July 22, 2008 by gearsofrock

Ultimate Guitar reports: Adler [ex-Guns N' Roses] was booked for investigation of possessing narcotics, being under the influence and for an outstanding warrant. He was jailed on $45,000 bail. Well, I guess they haven’t yet began the filming of Sober … Continue reading →

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Listen To New Alice Cooper Album Now, For Free

Posted on July 21, 2008 by gearsofrock

Many thanks to reid of hellflavored.com for bringing this to my attention: The new Alice Cooper album, Along Came a Spider, is available for free streaming on his myspace page now, before the release. Sweet! Click the link below. http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=23417929 … Continue reading →

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James Hetfield still prefers Robert Trujillo over Newstead

Posted on July 17, 2008 by gearsofrock

In an interview, by VG TV [via blabbermouth.net], yesterday James Hetfield of Metallica continued to put down Jason Newstead: James Hetfield: “I don’t really have to say it, but I will — he’s an amazing bass player; very competent. He … Continue reading →

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Steven Adler of Gn'R fame on VH1's "Sober Living"

Posted on July 16, 2008 by gearsofrock

If you enjoyed Jeff Conaway messed up life on “Celebrity Fit Club” and “Celebrity Rehab” with Dr. Drew, you probably shouldn’t miss the new show “Sober Living.” Steven Adler, original drummer of Guns ‘n’ Roses, recently confirmed his plans to … Continue reading →

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AC/DC announces title to new record

Posted on July 15, 2008 by gearsofrock

and it is…BLACK ICE to be released later this year as reported by Ultimate-Guitar.com. I really hope they don’t try to coordinate this album with the new Rock Band video game. I am getting so sick of reading about bands … Continue reading →

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Review: Judas Priest – Nostradamus [2008]

Posted on July 14, 2008 by gearsofrock

By Artem Altman After 38 years, 16 studio albums, a breakup in 1991, Tim “Ripper” Owens, a reunion in 2003, Judas Priest has decided that now is a good time for a concept album. Released on June 17th (in the … Continue reading →

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