Rock Star Supernova
Band Photo: Rock Star Supernova
Formed: 2006
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United States
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Rock Star Supernova News
Gilby Clarke Talks Rock N' Roll Fantasy Camp, GNR
Jason Price of Live-Metal.Net recently got a chance to sit down with Gilby Clarke to discuss musical roots, his upcoming musical endeavors, his new role as a "Rock N' Roll Fantasy Camp Counselor" and even a little Chinese Democracy. Here are some excerpts:
On Rock N' Roll Fantasy Camp:
Live-Metal.Net: Currently you are on tour as a counselor for the Rock N' Roll Fantasy Camp, how did you become involved with the program?
Gilby Clarke: Actually a bunch of my friends have always been a part of it. Teddy Andreadis who used to play keyboards for Guns N' Roses, and Bruce Kulick have done it. Whenever they talk about it they always have great things to say about it and how it not only gives back to people who aren't professional musicians and the way it gives back to the musicians themselves. They get a sense of accomplishment working with people. I went down to Los Angeles to audition and I had a great time! I thought that the people were really fun and I just really enjoyed the whole process.
Live-Metal.Net: I would imagine that having experience on the production side of things probably lends itself pretty well to this project by putting all your expertise to work in a classroom setting.
Gilby Clarke: Yeah it definitely is a good experience for everyone involved.
Live-Metal.Net: What are you looking forward to the most about the Rock N' Roll Fantasy Camp tour?
Gilby Clarke: It is mostly about just talking to people. As a musician, you surround yourself with other musicians, so it is very easy to lose touch. What is really great about this is that you are one-on-one with people and get to hear what they are inspired by. I have never been one of those musicians that follows a trend. It always bothers me when I hear other artists saying "Do this for the fans. Give them what they want." I just don't think that is really an artist. Being an artist is creating something original and you get fans from that. So it is always nice to get a little feedback, some honest feedback. That is another thing that is really great about this.
On the Future of Supernova:
Live-Metal.Net: Rock Star Supernova reunited back in May of 2008 for a benefit. Is there any chance we might see you all back together again sometime soon?
Gilby Clarke: It is kind of funny because we never officially pulled the plug on it. It was a project and Tommy (Lee) and I will always be friends. I just don't think it is anyone's priority at this point. I think we gave it our best shot and there were some things that were successful about it and some things that weren't. I don't think it will ever really go away but over time we may forget about it. At this point, you never really know what will come up.
On Chinese Democracy:
Live-Metal.Net: I have a habit of throwing this one in here. When do you think that Chinese Democracy will be released?
Gilby Clarke: There was point there, I have to tell you, that I was absolutely sure it was coming out but at this point I have no idea. I am just like every other person and I am a fan of GNR's music but I have no idea. I have heard a couple songs just like everybody else and I am just as curious as everybody else. I am really curious to see what kind of music you break up a really good band for.
Live-Metal.Net: Is there anything else you want to add?
Gilby Clarke: I think that is about it. I think there is a really interesting vibe right now, we just have to be patient and hopefully we will get some good records out of it.
Read the full article at Live-Metal.net.
Rock Star Supernova Frontman Speaks Out
Ben Rayner of the Toronto Star recently conducted an interview with ROCK STAR SUPERNOVA frontman Lukas Rossi. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow:
On ROCK STAR SUPERNOVA coming to an end this past spring after dismal sales of its debut album and disastrous concert reviews:
"It takes a chunk out of you, man. I'm not gonna lie. I thought it was gonna go on longer. I think my ego got blown a little out of proportion after it was all said and done, and coming back down to earth is obviously where I belong. Coming off that tour, it was like: 'Where's all the glory?' But I like it where I am right now. If I have to pay my dues until I die, that's the way God wants it to be."
On weaving his way across Canada on a small-venue acoustic tour that brings him to Lee's Palace in Toronto Sunday night (November 25):
"It's not really an adjustment. I've always been a really hard worker. In my other bands, no one did shit for us. It's just as hard on my wife [former porn star Kendra Jade] as it is on me. I failed my driver's test four times so, unfortunately, she's been having to do all the driving. She basically tour-manages and handles all the crazy people and so forth that I can't. ... She's good support. We get hard on each other sometimes – it's pretty grueling, driving and playing, driving and playing, especially in the winter. I'm sick now and I have 10 shows in a row to do. But the fans are waiting, man, so it's my pleasure to do it."
On ROCK STAR SUPERNOVA's possible comeback:
"It actually felt like a real band. I thought it was gonna go on much longer. But at the end of the tour, everyone just kind of went off and started deejay-ing or whatever [apparently referring to ROCK STAR SUPERNOVA drummer Tommy Lee]. I don't know what that's about, but let 'em do what they want. I'd just started to fire. I'm ready to start rockin'. I'm just getting my feet wet and I've got no time to relax. I don't have time to make pit stops. I'm not a deejay.
"All these [solo acoustic] shows in Canada are sold out, man, and they're not there to see Tommy Lee. They're there to see me. And that's a good feeling." More...
Gilby Clarke Still In Rock Star Supernova
Gilby Clarke has shot down reports that he has left Rock Star Supernova. Earlier this week ET Canada reported Clarke had left the band and vocalist Lukas Rossi stated they would soon re-name the group.
Gilby Clarke Leaves Rock Star Supernova
Gilby Clarke has reportedly left Rock Star Supernova. No reason for the departure has been given, although disappointing sales, less than 56,000 in the US, are believed to have contributed to the decision.
According to front-man Lukas Rossi, the band will change their name and are currently writing for a new album.
Rossi Predicts Long Future For Rock Star Supernova
Rock Star Supernova frontman Lukas Rossi spoke with the Boston Herald in a Q&A, and asked the Canadian if he's thought much about the future of the band, as in another tour and another record. "You know, brother, you're the first to ask about the next record," Rossi responded. "I've done a thousand interviews and no one has asked about the next record. No one seems to get it. We're going to be around a long time. We're going to be a force to be reckoned with. And I'll tell you this, there's going to be a lot more of me on the next record."
Read the full article at Boston Herald.
Rock Star Supernova Perform On CD USA
Rock Star Supernova's performance on CD USA on New Year's Eve featured 'Underdog', 'Leave The Lights On', 'Headspin', 'Can't Bring Myself To Light This Fuse', and 'Be Yourself (And 5 Other Cliches)'. You can watch the performances and an interview at boredandgorgeous.com.
In related news, Rock Star Supernova frontman Lukas Rossi was videotaped accepting a gold record plaque for Canadian sales of the band's self-titled debut album at the SonyBMG Canada offices. You can watch footage here.
Gilby Clarke Retrospective Album Due In January
Gilby Clarke is to have a self-titled retrospective album released by Spitfire at the end of January. It includes tracks from all of the former Guns N' Roses guitarist's solo albums. Clarke is now with Rock Star Supernova, also featuring Tommy Lee and Jason Newsted.
Rock Star Supernova Featured On Who's Next
Yahoo! Music's Who's Next features Rock Star Supernova in an interview and performances. You can watch the interview and performances of 'It's All Love' and 'Be Yourself & 5 Other Clichés'.
Dave Navarro Complains About Supernova Promotion
The Panic Channel guitarist Dave Navarro checked in with fans on his blog at 6767.com, not happy about the promotions for Rock Star Supernova's just-released debut album. "The Supernova record is out today. Does ANYONE know about that," Navarro asked. "I just went to iTunes and noticed that there isn't even one comment up. Now, I have been complaining about the state of the music industry for a long time... About how major record labels don't stand behind their bands anymore but this is ridiculous. This is a new band that is full of platinum selling artists and the final winning singer from a high rated, network talent search summer series that cost millions to produce. CBS and MBP basically put together one of the most expensive ramp ups in album release history and so far, I haven't seen a single add or alert about this album. Now, the band will be fine. They are going out on a huge tour and will gain plenty of momentum I am sure. My point is, if this is the way Epic is going to treat these guys, how do we expect any major to really get behind a band that is new, fresh and totally unknown?"
Rock Star Supernova, moved less than 17,000 copies in its debut week, landing them the No. 101 position on the Billboard Top 200 Albums.
Metal On The Charts For The Week Of Nov. 27
Killswitch Engage holds the No. 32 slot on the Billboard 200 with 60,000 units of their latest, 'As Daylight Dies', sold. The "supergroup", Rock Star Supernova, moved less than 17,000 copies landing them the No. 101 position. P.O.D.'s greatest hits holds the No. 152 spot with 10,000 units.
Sales were up 36% from last week and are the same compared to the same week last year. Overall sales for 2006 are down 5% with 485.7 million units.
