Back from the brink of extinction, Merriweather Post Pavilion found a new owner who gave the old place a face-lift, changed their booking philosophy and in the process gave it a new lease on life. Many a Maryland native
The long wait for Howard Stern’s replacement on 27 stations owned by Infinity Broadcasting ended today (Oct. 25). Splitting its morning strategy by regions, the company has named former Van Halen frontman David Lee Roth to take over Stern’s slot in New York on WXRK-FM and other East Coast markets, while TV personality Adam Carolla will host mornings in Los Angeles on KLSX-FM.
Stern begins his new deal with Sirius Satellite Radio in January. His last Infinity broadcast will be Dec. 16.
Roth’s show will also air on WBCN-FM Boston (where he cut his broadcasting teeth earlier this year in preparation for the new gig), KLLI-FM Dallas, WYSP-FM Philadelphia and WRKZ-FM Pittsburgh.
Carolla’s show will air on KIFR-FM (formerly KEAR-FM) San Francisco, KPLN-FM San Diego, KZON-FM Phoenix, KUFO-FM Portland, Ore., and KXTE-FM Las Vegas. Late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel will serve as creative consultant for “The Adam Carolla Show,” make guest appearances and serve as an advisor to Infinity.
Also joining Infinity’s morning lineup is Penn Jillette, one-half of the entertainment duo Penn & Teller. Beginning in January, Jillette will host a one-hour live radio show on Infinity’s stations in New York, Chicago, San Francisco (KIFR), Washington, D.C., Detroit, San Diego, Baltimore and Las Vegas.
Not all Infinity stations that carried Stern will get a Stern replacement, such as KITS-FM San Francisco. The modern rock station known as Live 105 will launch the Morning Music Co-op, an entertainment-based program featuring alternative music with listener-call-ins and minimal commercial interruption.
Source billboard.com.
Kaiser Chiefs lead singer Ricky Wilson dramatically collapsed following the band’s O2 NME Rock ‘N’ Roll Riot Tour show in Birmingham.
The band had just finished playing at the city’s Academy on Sunday (October 23) when the energetic frontman rushed off stage and fainted.
A statement from a source close to the band told NME.COM: “He got knackered and flaked out. There was first aid at the side of the stage and they gave him some water and then he was bright as a button two minutes later.”
Another witness posting on the Kaiser’s official website kaiserchiefs.co.uk said: “He did literally just collapse and Nick (Hodgson – drummer) poured a bottle of water over his head and he still didn’t get up.”
The O2 NME Rock ‘N’ Roll Riot Tour hits London’s Brixton Academy tonight for a three-night, sold-out stint and also sees performances from Maximo Park and The Cribs.
Kaiser Chiefs release their next single ‘Modern Way’ on November 7.
Source nme.com.
Widespread Panic has announced that they will play New Years Eve in Atlanta, GA. Panic will be playing shows on December 30 and 31st at the Phillips Arena. Mail order tickets are available now. For more information please visit widespreadpanic.com[/.url]. These will be the band’s first shows following Halloween as part of Vegoose and a four night run at the Fillmore in Denver, CO November 3-6.
moe. is happy to announce that they are once again collaborating with Les and Lynn Berger of Rhythms at Sea Cruises (formerly Rock the Boat Cruises) on their 2nd music cruise. The cruise will take place January 7-14, 2007 on the the Norwegian Jewel. Fans will be treated to a different itinerary this time: the ship will head east out of Miami and hit the ports of San Juan (Puerto Rico), St Johns (Antigua), St. Thomas (US Virgin Islands) and Great Stirrup Cay (Bahamas).
The Jewel is Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship. This is the crowning jewel in their incredible fleet of Freestyle Ships. She shines from bow to stern with an incredible array of outstanding amenities including:
10 distinct restaurants
13 bars and lounges
3 swimming pools
spa and more!
moe. will play throughout the week on the ship and fans will also have plenty of time to enjoy all the entertainment the ship has to offer. The band and their families look forward to sharing another magical weekend with everyone. Space is limited, so please watch www.RhythmsAtSeaCruises.com for all the latest info. Please note there might be a slight delay in info being posted by Rhythms at Sea because of Hurricane Wilma.
Tickets go on sale November 15th.
For more information, visit the band’s website.
The pairing of moe. and Gov
After five years and seven hundred shows across the world, Particle is ready for their first extended break heading into the winter holidays. The next phase will be a time of change for the band as we part ways with our longtime friend and guitarist, Charlie Hitchcock. We’re very thankful for the tremendous spirit and talent that Charlie has brought to the Particle world. Our musical journey together has been amazing, and we will all look back on the experiences we’ve shared as some of the best of our lives. Simply put, we found ourselves moving in different directions musically and we felt it was necessary for everyone involved to make this change.
These past five years wouldn’t have been possible without the love and support of all the Particle People. We truly thank you for your commitment to live music and dedication to our sound. Your enthusiasm has been a huge part of our inspiration, and it’s that same passion that will fuel us for the next wave of our journey. Particle is looking forward to using this time off the road to rejuvenate, regenerate and enter the new year with a passionate return.
See particlepeople.com for further updates and announcements.
On Pixel Revolt, Vanderslice graciously straddles the bridge between songwriter and story-teller (there is a bridge, trust me), taking a J.D. Salinger meets Conor Oberst approach and layering his lyrics with dusky cellos, lightly strummed guitars, and floating beats.
An L.A. trio formed in 2001, when the members were still in their teens, The Like took off early, touring with Maroon 5 and Rooney. Now their major label debut is receiving rave reviews and they’re hitting the road again – this time opening for Kings of Leon.
The Merry Pranksters will be rolling out the bus and gettin’ their prank on.
On Halloween night, Monday, October 31st, in Las Vegas, The Merry Pranksters join The Mutaytor, Bassnectar, Everyone Orchestra with special Guests, The New Riders of the Purple Sage and revelers of all stripes for an all night party commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the Acid Tests.
The event will run from 6 pm until dawn, beginning with a seminar discussing the impacts of the Merry Prankster Acid Tests on art and culture, and going on into the wee hours. Expect Snakedancers, Stage Magicians, Circus Acts and more. Expect the Unexpected. This evening is NOT likely to be standard club or psychedelic party fare.
Happeners are likely to include…The Furthur Bus & The Merry Band of Pranksters The Mutaytor Bassnectar with special guest Michael Kang The New Riders of the Purple Sage with David Nelson and Buddy Cage DJ Mikio DJ Haj SPUNN TRUSTY Flow Motion Visuals by Optical Delusion and Smoke & Mirrors
For more info check out the AT 40 tribe: tribes.tribe.net/at40 and at40vegas.com
