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Full Report for 06/19/06

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Live Earth's Secret Agenda?

Contact Music reports: Former US Vice President AL GORE has hit back at BOB GELDOF's criticisms of his forthcoming Live 8 concerts, insisting the super gigs will be a "wake-up call for the world". Gore's Live Earth gigs followed Geldof's Live Aid and Live 8 concerts in 1985 and 2005 respectively, which [supposedly were aimed at somehow raising] awareness of poverty in developing countries. 

The Live Earth gigs, which will take place in cities across all the continents, aim to spread the word of the damage global warming is doing to the planet. Geldof questioned the need for the gigs recently, saying, "Why is (Gore) actually organising them? To make us aware of the greenhouse effect? Everybody's known about that problem for years. We are all f**king conscious of global warming." 

In response, Gore replies, "We will have very specific goals that will be very significant and hard-hitting. We will announce those before the concert then empathise them heavily during the concert. [see full story for more, also look up the one over there that talks about Gore running for president in 08] - Click Here for the Full Story 

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Terrorists Attack Band

CMJ reports: In a night of King Of Snake-worthy chaos, members of Underworld were injured during an attack on the Ejekt festival in Athens, Greece on Saturday night, according to the band's MySpace page. 

While the Beastie Boys were performing, a group of around 30 masked "anarchists" armed with CS gas, iron bars and baseball bats descended on the stadium, burning cars and forcing fans and artists to evacuate. 

Underworld's Rick Smith and several others were seriously injured. Smith was briefly hospitalized in Athens before returning to the UK for further treatment. No word yet as to whether the incident will effect their tour schedule for the rest of the summer.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Band Deny Vibrator Sales

Contact Music reports: Cartoon band GORILLAZ are shocked by false claims they are releasing a range of vibrators. 

A report last week alleged the band have teamed up with adult company Jimmyjane to create the sex toys - but the project is the brainchild of Gorillaz co-founder, artist Jamie Hewlett, and nothing to do with the band itself. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Sopranos Revive Hit

Contact Music reports: JOURNEY's 1981 rock anthem DON'T STOP BELIEVIN' is the number one download on iTunes Music Rock Chart, following its use in THE SOPRANOS' final scene on U.S. TV on 10 June (07). - Click Here for the Full Story 

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Ozzy's Got Mojo

BW&BK reports: According to the BBC News, OZZY OSBOURNE has won the icon gong at the Mojo awards which took place at The Brewery in London. "There are icons and there is Ozzy Osbourne. Long may he continue to reign," said Mojo magazine chief editor Phil Alexander, who hosted the event. 
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Jacko Settles for $48M

Jam! reports: Lawyers for Michael Jackson settled a lawsuit Monday brought by a New Jersey finance company that claimed Jackson cheated it out of US$48 million. 

The lawsuit by Prescient Acquisition, a Hackensack, N.J., firm, was settled just as jury selection was set to begin in U.S. District Court in Manhattan. Terms of the settlement were not released.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Digital Ringo

Idolator.com reports: According to Billboard, the second living Beatle is preparing to put his solo work online: 

Starr has agreed for the first time to release his Capitol/EMI solo catalog online, including 1970's "Beacoups of Blues" and "Sentimental Journey," 1973's "Ringo," and 1974's "Goodnight Vienna, beginning Aug. 28. A collection of six ringtones will also debut then.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Jazz Vet Collapses at Bonnaroo

Jam! reports: Ornette Coleman was treated for heat-related dehydration after he collapsed during his performance at the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival this weekend. 

The 77-year-old saxophonist, who is considered a pioneer of "free jazz," was taken to a local hospital Sunday and released later that night, said publicist Ken Weinstein. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Tawn Mastrey Benefits

KNAC reports: In an effort to raise awareness to a critical need, a series of concerts are being organized for heritage KNAC FM air personality Tawn Mastrey. 

Recently, Tawn's sister, Cara, sent e-mails to several KNAC.COM people describing her sister's dire need for a liver transplant due to an advanced case of Hepatitus C, and a plan to put on a "major concert" to raise needed funds for her sister. 

The first, of what will likely be a series of benefit concerts is taking shape in Southern California. Tentatively it's being held at Martini Blues in Huntington Beach on July 28th. Bands said to be on board so far include of Masters Knights, and Lights Out. Donate Life will reportedly have a rep there. More definate information on this and other events will be forthcoming here, on a website currently under construction at TawnMastreyBenefit.com[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Year Of Desolation Switch Drummers

Lambgoat reports: Year Of Desolation parted ways with drummer Steve Sams last week for undisclosed reasons, though his departure seems less than amicable. The group will use fill-ons on their current tour, but will eventually be rejoined by former drummer Matthew Behner. According to the band, "Matt Behner, as some of you know, was our drummer for last years touring season. He departed on good terms and now he's got his life in order and we're more than glad to have him back.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Injury Kills Mayhem Tour

Lambgoat reports: Season of Mist, Thunderdome Booking and Decibel Magazine regret to inform you of the cancellation of Mayhem's "Deconsecrate the States" 2007 U.S. tour that was scheduled to hit this coming July.

During his recent stint across the US with fellow countrymen Dimmu Borgir, elder Mayhem member and battery, Hellhammer, has suffered an unfortunate and serious injury to his right limb. It is impossible for him to play any time soon as he is currently scheduling surgery and will need rest and rehabilitation in order to heal his impaired arm. Being such an indispensable part of the band, fellow members Necrobutcher, Blasphemer and Attila realized that they are not complete without him and had no choice but to cancel this current US jaunt.
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Job For A Cowboy Down Under

Lambgoat reports: Job For A Cowboy has lined up an Australian tour for mid-September. The following dates have been confirmed:

9/14 Brisbane @ Arena
9/15 Sydney @ Manning Bar
9/16 Melbourne @ Hi Fi
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Velvet Revolver / Alice in Chains Dates

TuneLab reports: The first round of dates for Alice in Chains North American tour with Velvet Revolver have been announced, they are:

August 5th in Baltimore, MD @ Pimlico Race Course
August 6th in Verona, NY @ Turning Stone Resort
August 8th in Sturgis, SD @ Buffalo Chip Campground
August 11th in Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre
August 12th in Toronto, ON @ Molson Amphitheatre
August 14th in Mansfield, MA @ Tweeter Center
August 16th in Darien, NY @ Darien Lake Performing Arts Center
August 17th in Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center
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Euro Tool

TuneLab reports: Tool have booked the following international dates:

August 11th in Hildescheim, GER @ M'era Luna Festival
August 12th in Katowice, POL @ Spodek Metal Hammer Festival
August 13th in Budapest, HUN @ Sziget Festival
August 15th in Salzburg, AUT @ Frequency Festival
August 16th in Gampel, SWI @ Gampel Festival
August 18th in Hasselt, BEL @ Pukkelpop Festival
August 19th in Dronten, NET @ Lowlands Festival
August 21st in London, UK @ Brixton Academy
August 22nd in London, UK @ Brixton Academy
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40 Below Summer Reunion Show

TuneLab reports: 40 Below Summer will re-unite to promote the release of the re-release of their 'Rain' EP on July 27th at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, NJ.

'Rain' will be released on July 31st.
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