Alice in Chains - in private Sep 8, 2009
Friends cheer Rick Demrest before a private concert with Alice in Chains featuring guitarist Jerry Cantrell ... Alice in Chains set up yesterday at Bokx 109, the restaurant at Hotel Indigo in Newton, and played a private, unplugged show for Uxbridge resident Rick Demrest and 30 friends. (Boston Globe)
/C O R R E C T I O N -- Vh1/ Sep 3, 2009
VH1 will document the lives of Mackensie Phillips, Heidi Fleiss, Dennis Rodman, Mindy McCready, Lisa D'Amato (America's Next Top Model), Mike Starr (Alice in Chains), and Joey Kovar (Real World: Hollywood) as they attempt rehabilitation through Dr. Drew's intense 21-day treatment program. Critics' Choice Movie Awards - premieres FRIDAY, January 15, 2010. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New single reviews Sep 2, 2009
"Check My Brain" Alice in Chains After more than a decade of studio silence following original frontman Layne Staley's death, the iconic Seattle band Alice in Chains returns with a new singer and a refurbished sense of focus. "Check My Brain" - the lead single from the group's forthcoming Virgin Records debut, "Black Gives Way to Blue" - follows the summer buzz track "A Looking in View." "Brain" is faithful to the grunge terrain Alice in Chains mapped out in 1995. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
America's cultural tourism capitals Sep 2, 2009
Museums like the de Young which has exhibited everything from a retrospective of designer 's work to a collection featuring 130 works from the tomb of Tutankhamun and music venues like the Fillmore, which hosts band like the Doobie Brothers and Alice in Chains, keep the area buzzing. The differences between the cultural offerings in places like and Minneapolis, in fact, underscore the point that no matter where one goes in the U.S., there are distinctive arts communities and cultural... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Alice in Chains back with ‘Black’ Sep 1, 2009
Alice in Chains back with Black - The Boston Globe ... On Sept. 29, Alice in Chains is set to release Black Gives Way to Blue, the quartet s first album in 14 years ... When Layne Staley, lead singer of the acclaimed Seattle rock band Alice in Chains, passed away in 2002, his singing and songwriting partner, guitarist, and friend Jerry Cantrell wasn t sure the band would continue. (Boston Globe)
'Back in the Trenches,' and in the Islands Aug 29, 2009
A. Well, we somehow got booked on a heavy metal festival tour with Metallica, Alice in Chains and some others. We stuck out like a sore thumb, but it kind of was good for us. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Not-so-political rally near Texas Capitol - this one's for new Robert Rodriguez film "Machete" Aug 28, 2009
3:52 PM EDT, August 27, 2009. A film crew shoots a political rally on location at Congress Avenue near the Texas state Capitol for the Robert Rodriguez action movie "Machete," Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009, in Austin, Texas. (FOX61, CT)
2 founding members of Cuba's Buena Vista Social Club tuning up for 3-city tour of Brazil Aug 28, 2009
6:22 PM EDT, August 27, 2009. Tommy Lourif and Heikel Fabian, member of the musical group Buena Vista Social Club, rehearse ahead a Brazilian tour in Havana, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009. (FOX61, CT)
Beyonce to perform at the MTV Video Music Awards; Wale to be part of house band Aug 28, 2009
11:02 AM EDT, August 27, 2009. FILE - In this June 22, 2009 file photo, singer Beyonce Knowles poses for pictures at a press conference where she announced her partnership with General Mills' Hamburger Helper with the goal of helping the organization Feeding America deliver meals to local food banks in New York. (FOX61, CT)
9/11 anniversary aims to become largest day of service, reviving 'unity and compassion' Aug 28, 2009
9/11 anniversary aims to become largest day of service, reviving 'unity and compassion. VERENA DOBNIK Associated Press Writer. (FOX61, CT)
Ohio call for extras for new Denzel Washington movie draws hundreds, many looking00004000 for any job Aug 28, 2009
Ohio call for extras for new Denzel Washington movie draws hundreds, many looking for any job - WTIC. Ohio call for extras for new Denzel Washington movie draws hundreds, many looking for any job. (FOX61, CT)
Arbiter rules for Jeremy Piven in the 'Speed-the-Plow' contract dispute Aug 28, 2009
MICHAEL KUCHWARA AP Drama Writer. 10:53 PM EDT, August 27, 2009. (FOX61, CT)
Ellie Greenwich, co-writer of 'Chapel of Love,' 'River Deep, Mountain High,' dies at age 68 Aug 27, 2009
NEKESA MUMBI MOODY AP Music Writer. 3:25 PM EDT, August 26, 2009. (FOX61, CT)
Movie Review: Goldthwait pushes it in the truly twisted dark comedy 'World's Greatest Dad' Aug 27, 2009
Movie Review: Goldthwait pushes it in the truly twisted dark comedy 'World's Greatest Dad. CHRISTY LEMIRE AP Movie Critic. (FOX61, CT)
Movie Review: 'Big Fan' offers a vivid portrait of an ordinary guy mired in sports geekdom Aug 27, 2009
CHRISTY LEMIRE AP Movie Critic. 6:57 PM EDT, August 26, 2009. (FOX61, CT)
Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump is arrested in Los Angeles on driver's license warrant Aug 27, 2009
2:59 PM EDT, August 26, 2009. This image provided by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department shows Patrick Stump, lead singer for the band, "Fall Out Boy," who was arrested early Wednesday Aug. 26, 2009, for driving without a license. (FOX61, CT)
Country singer Jack Ingram sets Guinness World Record for consecutive radio interviews: 215 Aug 27, 2009
3:35 PM EDT, August 26, 2009. (AP) Country singer Jack Ingram is talked out. (FOX61, CT)
Palladia's 'Outdoor Week 2009' Brings the Summer's Best Outdoor Concerts to Hi-Def Beginning Tuesday, September 1 Aug 27, 2009
Headliners Metallica, Linkin Park, Alice in Chains and Anthrax are all jam packed into 2 hours of one of the liveliest rock fests the Knebworth House in the U.K. has seen. Palladia will be airing the British edition of the festival, which is held in seven different parts of Europe throughout the summer. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Parker Posey has Lyme disease, withdraws from off-Broadway production Aug 27, 2009
5:13 PM EDT, August 26, 2009. FILE - In this March 15, 2009 file photo, actress Parker Posey attends the Metropolitan Opera 125th anniversary gala at Lincoln Center, in New York. (FOX61, CT)
A Rolling Stone Gathers Health Care and the Beatles Aug 27, 2009
"IT'S A JOKE -- the whole thing -- a parody of Solomonic governance. By the time all the various bills are combined, the health care will be a baby, not split in half, but in fourths and eights and fractions of eights.". So writes Matt Taibbi in Rolling Stone. (FOX61, CT)
Bob Dylan to release Christmas album; donates royalties to group that feeds the poor Aug 27, 2009
12:04 PM EDT, August 26, 2009. NEW YORK (AP) Bob Dylan is releasing his first Christmas album, and in the spirit of the holiday season, the legendary performer is donating his royalties to charity. (FOX61, CT)
Where's Daughtry's edge? Aug 22, 2009
Daughtry's own songs represent the butt-end of grunge, taking their primary inspiration from third-generation Alice in Chains copyists such as Creed and Puddle of Mudd. Chugging along on minor-key riffs and crushing rhythms, tunes from the new album like "No Surprise" and "Supernatural" sounded as if they could have been delivered here cryogenically frozen since 1994. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
In the age of Obama, will heavy metal suck again? Aug 21, 2009
Grunge acts like Nirvana and Alice in Chains brought the demise of. This was not necessarily a negative development, as hair metal had become utterly buffoonish by the end of the 1980s. (The American Conservative)
It's a howl: NYC artist compiles album of screams Aug 18, 2009
Alice in Chains gets Elton John for tribute song. Alice in Chains thought it would take a miracle to get Elton John to play on the band's tribute record to their late lead singer, Layne Staley ... "He's a really warm person," said Alice in Chains co-founder Jerry Cantrell of John. (Fresno Bee)
Three Albums to Listen to in Fall 2... Aug 17, 2009
From Jay-Z, Alice In Chains, to the Swellers, the Fall of 2009 is packed full of promising new albums ... Alice In Chains, Black Gives Way To Blue. (Suite101.com)
Rapper convicted Aug 12, 2009
Huggin' cat "He's a really warm person. He got up and gave us a couple of hugs." -- Alice in Chains guitarist Jerry Cantrell, talking about Elton John, who performs on the band's new album. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Alice in Chains gets Elton John for tribute song Aug 12, 2009
Lead singer William DuVall, left, and guitarist Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains perform inCologne, Germany, on Aug. 6 ... NEW YORK - Alice in Chains thought it would take a miracle to get Elton John to play on the band's tribute record to their late lead singer, Layne Staley ... "He's a really warm person," said Alice in Chains co-founder Jerry Cantrell of John. (MSNBC -- Music)
It takes two Aug 6, 2009
Luckily Jerry Cantrell could sing as well as play post-metal guitar, so he could bolster and strengthen Layne Staley's often drug damaged vocal presence and give Alice In Chains chart topping albums. In 60s Australia the double lead singer line-up meant that could replicate The Beatles' sound live and add extra texture to their pop hits, while Bon Scott and Vince Lovegrove in satin costumes and with unison choreography, hand clapping and vocals gave the bubblegum extra pop personality. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
EA Announces Fall Music Line Up for Sports Franchises Jul 28, 2009
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Into the darkness Jul 12, 2009
He s tuned into the dark-toned grunge band Alice in Chains and can t keep his left leg from moving, constantly twisting, tapping, as he raves about the new Wii machine the hospital recently purchased. People with schizophrenia like headphones. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Connor Christian to share his experiences (with SONGS) Jul 9, 2009
"The night we played the Wreck Room was exciting, but I was heartbroken because Alice in Chains played that same night and we couldn't go see them.". In the next several weeks, Christian and his Southern Gothic colleagues will begin the process of recording the follow-up to "90-Proof Lullabies" and will continue their road warrior ways, which leads to one last story. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Duff McKagan - Renaissance Man Jun 17, 2009
How He Moved Beyond the Rock Star Stereotype. Musician Duff McKagan has long been known for his musical talents. (Suite101.com)
Two Guitar Heros Ship Jun 17, 2009
Featuring all master recordings, Guitar Hero Smash Hits delivers a robust feature set and epic on-disc song list including music from fan-favorite artists such as Alice In Chains, Queen, Poison, Rage Against The Machine, Twisted Sister, Heart and DragonForce. Also available in stores now, Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits features a varied selection of today's hottest bands and some of their most popular songs in a set list comprised of 28 face-melting modern rock master recordings from... (IGN PS2)
Review: Guitar Hero Metallica Jun 4, 2009
The 28 Metallica tunes span the band's career, and are complemented by 21 other artists selected by the supergroup, including Queen, Foo Fighters, Motorhead, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Alice in Chains. The head-banging black T-shirt brigade will not be disappointed with the track list. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
VH1 Heads Back To Rehab with Dr. Drew Pinsky for a Third Installment of 'Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew' Jun 2, 2009
The show will follow Mackenzie Phillips (One Day At A Time), Heidi Fleiss, Tom Sizemore, Dennis Rodman, Mindy McCready (Country Music Singer), Lisa D'Amato (ANTM), Mike Starr (Alice in Chains), Joey Kovar (Real World Hollywood) and Kari Ann Peniche (Playboy Playmate). The series will chronicle the patients' intensive 21-day program with both group and one-on-one therapy and non-traditional therapies like art and music. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Reprise Records to Release Original Soundtrack to Terminator Salvation Tomorrow, May 19th May 19, 2009
Soundtrack to Highly Anticipated Fourth Installment of Terminator Franchise Features Original Score by Four-Time Oscar Nominee Danny Elfman, Plus Music From Alice In Chains ... The soundtrack also includes "Rooster" a classic song by Seattle hard-rock band Alice in Chains, written by the band's guitarist Jerry Cantrell for his father, who served in the military during the Vietnam War ... Rooster (Alice In Chains). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Evolution of Grunge Music May 15, 2009
Dust by Alice in Chains ... Jar of Flies by Alice in Chains. (Suite101.com)
Celebrity birthdays for the week of May 10-16 May 7, 2009
Bassist Mike Inez of Alice In Chains is 43. Singer Raphael Saadiq (Tony. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Smash Hits Full Track Re... May 6, 2009
Alice In Chains - "Them Bones". Avenged Sevenfold - "Beast And The Harlot". (IGN PS2)
GH II Tracks In GH Smash Hits Apr 28, 2009
Alice in Chains - "Them Bones". Danzig - "Mother". (IGN PS2)
Pearl Jam album, film, tour in the works Apr 15, 2009
From Alice in Chains to Temple of the Dog, grunge bands rocked the Northwest and beyond during the 1990s. more photos. (MSNBC -- News)
Guitar Hero Metallica strikes right chords Apr 15, 2009
Guitar Hero Metallica takes more than 25 songs from the band s head-banging history and wraps it in with other songs from groups picked by Metallica, including Queen, Slayer and Alice In Chains. I wasn t too thrilled with the previous band-specific game in the Guitar Hero series, Guitar Hero Aerosmith, but I thoroughly enjoyed Metallica. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
* Hard rock made easy Apr 13, 2009
The music is a tight compilation of Metallica songs mixed with a catalog of music that was handpicked by the band, including songs from Queen, Slayer, Mastodon, Foo Fighters, Alice in Chains and others. Whether you like video games or not, it's easy to see the educational value in these games, something that hits home when your five-year-old nephew asks you to take him to see Rush, AC/DC and Iron Maiden. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Rott Brings Bite with new International Recording Contract Apr 11, 2009
" The bands music has been described as an influence of several artists. As Dave Smith from Ravenheart Music summarizes, "the music Rott play I suppose is similar to Lacuna Coil, Tool, Alice In Chains and Evanescence. " To pre-order the new hit album contact Ravenheart Music at For more information on Rott visit them at or # # # Ravenheart Music Dave Smith +44 (0) 7946 573679 Trackback URL: http://prweb.com/pingpr.php/U3F1YS1TdW1tLVBpZ2ctSGFsZi1QaWdnLUNvdXAtWmVybw== Related Searches: Buzz Up... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Guitar Hero Smash Hits Hands-On Apr 10, 2009
Alice in Chains "Them Bones" - GHII. DragonForce "Through the Fire and Flames" - GHIII. (IGN PS2)
Activision Empowers Fans to Reveal Guitar Hero(R) Smash Hits Set List Apr 10, 2009
"Them Bones" - Alice in Chains. "Killing in the Name" - Rage Against The Machine. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lola Balatro Releases "Rock Star," Makes a Date Apr 8, 2009
Citing major influences Gordon Lightfoot and Alice in Chains, the Chicago-based band mixes a Dave Grohl-like propensity for hookmaking with the articulatory mastery of Bob Costas. Their album will feature ten tracks, as follows. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Guitar Hero: Metallica is aggressive, metal, and perfect Apr 3, 2009
Almost as good : Queen's "Stone Cold Crazy," Bob Seger's "Turn the Page," Corrosion of Conformity's "Albatross," Thin Lizzy's "The Boys are Back in Town," and (my personal favorite) Alice in Chains' "No Excuses" join others for a great collection of tracks. These are songs that Metallica has either covered or has been influenced by, and they do a wonderful job of giving context to the different Metallica tracks. (Ars Technica)
‘Hero' of the day Apr 2, 2009
Guitar Hero Metallica combines 28 of the legendary metal band's most raging, recognizable and maddeningly difficult music with 21 songs from its influences (Motorhead, Judas Priest), peers (Alice in Chains, Slayer) and disciples (Mastodon, System of a Down). What results is possibly the most challenging rhythm game yet. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
After 15 years, Kurt Cobains light still shines Apr 1, 2009
There were no rules, said Chris Cornell, lead singer and guitarist for Soundgarden, one of the major acts that came out of the Seattle area around the same time as Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains, among others ... From Alice in Chains to Temple of the Dog, grunge bands rocked the Northwest and beyond during the 1990s ... Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, in some instances you had ugly men making powerful music. (MSNBC -- Music)
Activision's Guitar Hero(R) World Tour Takes 'Favorite Video Game' Honors at Nickelodeon's 22nd Annual Kids' Choice Awards Apr 1, 2009
On Sunday, March 29, 2009 Guitar Hero Metallica, the newest entry into the Guitar Hero franchise, debuted at retailers across North America giving fans the chance to experience the music of Metallica plus 20 top bands, such as Alice In Chains, Foo Fighters, Social Distortion, Queen and The Sword. Guitar Hero World Tour continues to be one of the best-selling video games since its release on October 26, 2008. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Guitar Hero: Metallica Explodes O... Apr 1, 2009
Shred on the guitar controller, rip on the drum kit controller and wail on the mic to over 45 explosive hits from both Metallica's illustrious career and a variety of other legendary artists selected by the band, such as Alice In Chains, Bob Segerlver Bullet Band, , Lynyrd Skynyrd and Queen. "When Guitar Hero came to us with the idea to do a game based on Metallica, we call this a no brainer and said yes very quickly," said Lars Ulrich, drummer for Metallica. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Guitar Hero(R) Metallica(R) Demo Takes Center Stage On Xbox LIVE(R) Marketplace Mar 21, 2009
In the demo, virtual rock stars across the globe can shred, drum and wail to Metallica's explosive hits "Sad But True" and "Seek And Destroy," as well as "No Excuses" from Alice In Chains and "Stone Cold Crazy" from Queen, both hand-picked by Metallica as featured guest acts in the game ... Shred on the guitar controller, rip on the drum kit controller and wail on the mic to a set list featuring over 45 explosive hits from Metallica's illustrious career and a wide variety of other legendary... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Faith No More Return at Last Mar 8, 2009
Drummer Mike Bordin has collaborated numerously for Ozzy Osbourne and joined with Alice in Chains guitarist Jerry Cantrell for solo album Degredation Trip. Keyboardist Roddy Bottum, has also stayed active, working with side band Imperial Teen, as well as scoring music for a number of films, TV shows and advertisements. (Suite101.com)
Movie review: Singles Mar 6, 2009
The grunge music scene provides the backdrop for the action of the film, featuring cameos from some of the biggest names of the genre; the members of Pearl Jam play band mates of one of the main characters, Soundgarden's Chris Cornell makes an appearance and provides additional music, and Alice in Chains performs in a few club sequences. "Singles" went into production in the fall of 1990, long before grunge became a national sensation in late 1991 and 1992. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Guitar Hero Reveal Mar 5, 2009
" The note tracks in these songs take all these features into account. All of the songs retain their original essence, but now are enhanced with the sound quality and accuracy of using master tracks, plus new twists to riffs, new solo challenges and a lot more; Anyone familiar with Guitar Hero will be able to master these and have a lot of fun while doing it. IGN: What process was used for selecting which songs would make the Greatest Hits list? Were there any songs you wanted to include that... (IGN PS2)
U2 echoes, outdoes Coldplay Feb 27, 2009
The track opens with a distorted guitar figure that was practically lifted from The Raconteurs' "Attention." The chorus, "You don't know how beautiful you are," which is repeated until it wears out its welcome, somehow manages to evoke Alice In Chains. No Line On the Horizon certainly isn't a perfect album, but for a band with such a storied career, it's good enough to hold its own. (Daily Collegian, PA)
3 Doors Down offers a show without much flavor Feb 26, 2009
And while much of the material sounded like a prog-free Tool with the occasional Alice in Chains complex, songs like the energetic "Out of Control" and "My Turn" were sharp and forceful, at least until Robb disrupted the latter's momentum for a boys-vs. -girls scream-off. (Boston Globe)
Heavy Metal Frontman King Diamond... Feb 24, 2009
Shred on the guitar controller, rip on the drum kit controller and wail on the mic to a set list featuring over 45 explosive hits from Metallica's illustrious career and a wide variety of other legendary artists personally selected by the band, such as Alice In Chains, Bob Seger, , Lynyrd Skynyrd and Queen. Fans will be able to rock as Metallica while performing in venues reminiscent of the band's epic album covers, themes from their music and real world locales. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Guitar Hero: Metallica' Artwork Unveiled - Feb. 17, 2009 Feb 18, 2009
ALICE IN CHAINS - No Excuses* BOB SEGER - Turn The Page* CORROSION OF CONFORMITY - Albatross* DIAMOND HEAD - Am I Evil. FOO FIGHTERS - Stacked Actors* JUDAS PRIEST - Hell Bent For Leather* KYUSS - Demon Cleaner* LYNYRD SKYNYRD - Tuesdays Gone* MACHINE HEAD - Beautiful Mourning* MASTODON - Blood And Thunder* MERCYFUL FATE - Evil* MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP - Armed and Ready* MOTRHEAD - Ace of Spades* QUEEN - Stone Cold Crazy* SAMHAIN - Mother of Mercy* SLAYER - War Ensemble* SOCIAL DISTORTION -... (Blabbermouth.net)
Alice In Chains Feb 13, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Brett WinterfordFebruary 13, 2009. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
