Freddie Woods & The Chaingang

03/12/2025

03/12/2025

A New Chapter for Van Halen: Alex Van Halen and Steve Lukather Team Up for New Album

Rock fans, brace yourselves for an exciting development in the Van Halen saga. Alex Van Halen, the renowned drummer and co-founder of the legendary band, has announced that he is working with Toto guitarist Steve Lukather on new songs for a forthcoming Van Halen album. This news has sent waves of anticipation through the music community, as the collaboration promises to deliver some unforgettable tunes.

In a recent interview with De Telegraaf, Alex Van Halen revealed that there are numerous recordings he made with his late brother, Eddie Van Halen, before Eddie's untimely death from cancer in 2020. Eddie Van Halen, the iconic guitarist whose innovative style and virtuosic playing left an enduring mark on the world of rock music, spent countless hours in his 5150 studio in Hollywood, crafting new material with his brother.

After Eddie's passing, speculation about the existence of unreleased songs began to swirl. Fans were eager to know if hidden gems were waiting to be discovered. Alex confirmed that he chose Steve Lukather to help bring these songs to life because of the close friendship and artistic bond between Eddie and Steve. "Ed and Steve Lukather were very good friends and they often worked together," Alex explained. "There is no one who can do this process with me as well as he can."

Steve Lukather, known for his impressive work with Toto and his extensive career as a session musician, shared his excitement about the project. During a concert with Toto in Arnhem on
February 8, he confirmed the news. Lukather was confronted with this news by the Telegraaf when he gave a concert with his band Toto in the Gelredome in Arnhem last month (February 8th). "Did Alex say that? Oh, in that case the news is true. Ed, Alex, and I were very close for years. It is true that we worked on it together." Lukather's involvement in the project adds another layer of authenticity and skill, ensuring that the new material will honor Eddie's legacy.

The last studio album released by Van Halen was "A Different Kind of Truth" in 2012, which marked the first time in 28 years that the Van Halen brothers worked with original singer David Lee Roth. The anticipation for new music from Van Halen has been building ever since, and this collaboration with Steve Lukather has only heightened the excitement.

While the release date for the new album has not yet been announced, fans can rest assured that Alex Van Halen and Steve Lukather are dedicated to creating a fitting tribute to Eddie's enduring influence and the band's storied legacy. As we eagerly await the next chapter in the Van Halen story, one thing is certain: the music world is about to be rocked once again.

Original source : https://www.telegraaf.nl/entertainment/920029696/nieuw-album-van-halen-in-de-maak #:~:text=Alex%20van%20Halen%20werkt%20samen,Halen%20voor%20diens%20dood%20opnam.

03/04/2025

“The Mandrake Project Live 2025” North American Tour, Bruce reunites his 2024 touring line up featuring Philip Naslund and Chris Declercq on guitars, Dave Moreno on drums, Mistheria on keyboards and Tanya O'Callaghan on bass. August 23, House Of Blues-Las Vegas

03/04/2025

Mötley Crüe’s Las Vegas Residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM, originally scheduled for March 28th- April 19th, 2025, is moving to September 2025 due to a required medical procedure recently advised by vocalist Vince Neil’s doctors. Said Neil: “To all the Crüeheads who were looking forward to see us this Spring, I’m truly sorry. My health is my top priority so I can bring you the awesome shows you deserve, and I can’t wait to return to the stage. Thank you for all the well wishes that keep reaching me. Your support means more than you know “.

Nikki Sixx, Tommy Lee and John 5 of Mötley Crüe shared in a joint statement: “Please join us in wishing Vince a speedy recovery. We are looking forward for him to get well again and to take over Vegas together in September. We can’t wait to see you all out there, and thank you for your understanding and support in the meantime”.

Tickets from the original Spring residency dates will remain valid and be honored for the new September show dates. Off the heels of the historic Höllywood Takeöver club shows at the iconic Whisky A Go Go, Roxy, and Troubadour in Los Angeles last Fall, the Crüe is excited to bring an unforgettable night and inimitable new show with many surprises to fans for the residency this Fall - From The Sunset Strip, To The Las Vegas Strip.

NEW DATES:
Friday, September 12th
Saturday, September 13th
Wednesday, September 17th
Friday, September 19th
Saturday, September 20th
Wednesday, September 24th
Friday, September 26th
Saturday, September 27th
Wednesday, October 1st
Friday, October 3rd

02/05/2025

Black Sabbath Announce ‘Back To The Beginning’

Icons of Metal come together to celebrate
Ozzy Osbourne’s Final Performance
July 5th at Villa Park

All Profits From The Show Will Be SHARED EQUALLY BETWEEN Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital and Acorn Children’s Hospice

The original Black Sabbath – Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward – will play for the first time in 20 years. The band will take to the stage to headline BACK TO THE BEGINNING on July 5th at Villa Park.

The all-star event will celebrate the true creators of heavy metal and will see Ozzy Osbourne play his own short set before joining with Black Sabbath for his final bow.

“It’s my time to go Back to the Beginning... time for me to give back to the place where I was born,” Ozzy Osbourne said. “How blessed am I to do it with the help of people whom I love. Birmingham is the true home of metal. Birmingham Forever.”

Formed in Birmingham in 1968 and going on to become one of most successful metal bands of all time, Black Sabbath have sold over 75 million albums worldwide across their legendary career. Setting the blueprint for the many routes heavy metal took, Black Sabbath’s influence and importance is as vital today as it was in the early 1970s.

Music Director Tom Morello said: “This will be the greatest heavy metal show ever.”

BACK TO THE BEGINNING will feature sets from Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, Gojira, Halestorm, Alice in Chains, Lamb of God, Anthrax and Mastodon

The all-day event will also feature a supergroup of musicians. Artists announced so far include Billy Corgan (The Smashing Pumpkins), David Draiman (Disturbed), Duff McKagan & Slash (Guns ‘n Roses), Frank Bello (Anthrax), Fred Durst (Limp Bizkit), Jake E Lee, Jonathan Davis (Korn), KK Downing, Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Mike Bordin (Faith No More), Rudy Sarzo, Sammy Hagar, Scott Ian (Anthrax), Sleep Token ii (Sleep Token), Papa V Perpetua (Ghost), Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine), Wolfgang Van Halen and Zakk Wylde.

More names will be announced shortly.

Tickets go on sale at 10am GMT on Friday 14th February 2025 at LiveNation.co.uk.

All profits will go to the following charities: Cure Parkinson's, Birmingham Children's Hospital and Acorns Children's Hospice, a Children’s Hospice supported by Aston Villa.

12/12/2024

WOW!!!!!!!!

10/15/2024

Positive Healing Vibes to our brother Jake E. Lee

10/04/2024

We can’t wait to ring in the New Year with our friends in Sevendust!

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