Brian Ives

Musicians Pay Respect to Ray Manzarek On Social Media

The news of Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek’s death spread quickly, with several major artists expressing respect and sadness via Twitter. Slash, who got his start in L.A. rockers Guns N Roses – who played many [...]

9 hours ago

Doors Keyboardist Ray Manzarek Succumbs To Cancer

Keyboardist and founding Doors member Ray Manzarek passed away today at 12:31 PT at the RoMed Clinic in Rosenheim, Germany after a lengthy battle with bile duct cancer, according to a post on the Doors’ official Facebook page.

11 hours ago

Ted Nugent’s Brother Speaks Out About Gun Control: ‘The NRA Has It Wrong’

Ted Nugent frequently writes about gun rights, but now his older brother, Jeffrey, has posted his opinion on the matter: and it turns out, he disagrees with Ted — and the NRA — on a key issue. Jeffrey Nugent wrote a May 17 op-ed about firearms for The Washington Post, where he stresses the need for stronger background checks, a sore point for the NRA.

12 hours ago

John Fogerty On A CCR Reunion: ‘It’s A Possibility In The Future’

“It’s not something I’m actively seeking. But I’m not totally against the idea either. It just seems like I always hear that’s not going to happen.” – John Fogerty on the possibility of a Creedence Clearwater Revival reunion.

15 hours ago

George Michael Injured In Car Crash

A spokesman for Michael confirmed he had been involved in an accident on Thursday but said the singer only had “superficial cuts” and was “fine.” No arrests have been made.

2013/05/17

The Connection Between Rush & Public Enemy: Primus (And Rock Hall)

What do newly inducted Rock And Roll Hall Of Famers Rush and Public Enemy Have in common? Well, probably not much — besides Primus?

2013/05/17

Make It So: A ‘Star Trek’ Playlist

The latest Star Trek flick, Star Trek: Into Darkness, is out now, giving us a perfect excuse to put together a Trek playlist.

2013/05/17

5 Highlights From This Year’s Rock Hall Induction

The Rock Hall Induction Ceremony is always a long affair — but it always has great moments. This year’s was better than most, and whittling it down to five was no easy feat.

2013/05/16

Nancy Wilson, Jerry Cantrell, Ann Wilson

Alice In Chains’ Jerry Cantrell On His ‘Sisters’ In Heart & What Their Rock Hall Induction Means

“They’ve influenced not only me, but a whole generation of Seattle musicians, and also musicians worldwide. Their body of work stands the test of time.” – Jerry Cantrell on Heart

2013/05/16

ZZ Top And Ben Miller Band Bring New Spin To Classics

It’s notable that the songs from the band’s new album, “La Futura” went over well: It was produced by Rick Rubin, who is famous for not going into the studio until the material holds up to their catalog. Judging by the audience’s reaction, Rubin can declare “mission accomplished.”

2013/05/15