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Dokken Announces US Tour Dates
American heavy metal veterans Dokken has revealed the tour dates for the previously announced trek which will see the group supported by Lita Ford and Lynch mob. This will be a special tour as Dokken's encore performances will feature former guitarist George Lynch joining them on stage.
The initial tour dates are as follows:
March 6 - Biloxi, MS - Hard Rock Live *
March 7 - El Paso, TX - Speaking Rock Entertainment Center *
March 8 - Midland, TX - Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center *
March 28 - St. Charles, IL - Arcada Theatre *
April 25 - Mesa, AZ - Mesa Amphitheater *
May 30 - Las Vegas, NV - Fremont Street *
June 6 - Sunbury, PA - Spyglass Ridge Winery *
June 7 - St, Louis, MO - Hollywood, Casino Amphitheater
August 21-22 - West Hollywood, CA - Whisky A Go Go *
September 19 - San Antonio, TX - Rock Fest (Sunken Garden Theater)
* Don Dokken / George Lynch encore performance
OpEd
Hear Her Roar: Women In Metal
Today marks International Women's Day, in which we remember the contributions of many great women throughout history as well as in the world today. The day was first celebrated by the Socialist Party Of America on February 28th 1909. The tradition of celebrating women on March 8th was first done in the then newly formed Soviet Union, who declared the day a national holiday. It was adopted by other Communist and Socialist countries as a holiday before the United Nations recognised the event in 1975. Today the significance of the day varies, still being a public holiday in some countries, a day of protest in others and officially ignored in a number of other nations. So, what does all this have to do with heavy metal? Marie Curie, Rosa Luxemburg, Angela Davis and Joan Of Arc may not be common names in the metal world, but we have plenty of our own heroines and ladies to rival the lords.
For a long time, the role of women in heavy metal was seen by outsiders as miniscule or worse, nothing more than objects. Perhaps women have more of a role in metal music than previously thought however. Let's take for example what's considered the first heavy metal album, "Black Sabbath" by Black Sabbath. The cover art depicts a mysterious woman, cloaked in black, stood right in the middle of an illustration of Mapledurham Watermill in Oxfordshire. This is only a tiny example of course, but as heavy metal grew, so did the presence of women. Bands would often sing about women, be it in the context of relationships ("Victim Of Changes" by Judas Priest for example, was comprised of two earlier songs "Whisky Woman" and "Red Light Lady,") sex "Charlotte The Harlot" by Iron Maiden or as inspirations ("Jet City Woman" by Queensryche.) More...
Lita Ford Premieres New Track "Killing Kind"
American vocalist/guitarist Lita Ford premiered the new version of the track "Killing Kind" over at the Wall Street Journal at this location (also in the player below). The song is taken from the upcoming new album "Time Capsule," set to drop via SPV/Steamhammer on April 15th. "Killing Kind" originally appeared on the 1995 album "Black."
The track list for "Time Capsule" is:
1. Intro
2. Where Will I Find My Heart Tonight
3. Killing Kind
4. War Of The Angels
5. Black Leather Heart
6. Rotten To The Core
7. Little Wing
8. On The Fast Track
9. King Of The Wild Wind
10. Mr. Corruption
11. Anything For The Thrill
Check out "Killing Kind" here: More...
Lita Ford Premieres New Track "Rotten To The Core"
American vocalist/guitarist Lita Ford premiered the new track "Rotten to the Core" over at Noisy at this location (also in the player below). The song is taken from the upcoming new album "Time Capsule," which is set for release via SPV/Steamhammer on April 15, 2016.
The very special and unusual recording turns back the clock to a time when honest, down-to-earth rock music was still handmade and recorded without digital tricks and contraptions. "Time Capsule" is a "throwback" record that boasts identifiable voices and brilliant players jamming without any planning or pressure. Some of the album's guest appearances come from: Billy Sheehan (bass), Rodger Carter (drums), Dave Navarro (mandolin), Jeff Scott Soto (vocals), Rick Nielsen and Robin Zander (backing vocals) and Gene Simmons (bass).
The track list is:
1. Intro
2. Where Will I Find My Heart Tonight
3. Killing Kind
4. War Of The Angels
5. Black Leather Heart
6. Rotten To The Core
7. Little Wing
8. On The Fast Track
9. King Of The Wild Wind
10. Mr. Corruption
11. Anything For The Thrill
Check out "Rotten to the Core" here: More...
Lita Ford Crowd Funding Book, Album
Lita Ford is launching a PledgeMusic campaign as she wants to give her fans the opportunity to get up close and personal with the Queen of Metal.
The year is shaping up to be a banner one for Ford, featuring the release of her long awaited memoir, new album, and extensive touring plans including headline dates and shows with Halestorm. Upcoming album "Time Capsule" will drop through SPV/Steamhammer on April 15, 2016.
Pre-orders for the book and album are available to order via PledgeMusic here. In addition to the standard version of the book and the album, Lita is offering limited edition merchandise & experiences including deluxe bundles, handwritten lyrics, a signed signature Warlock guitar and even your own personal one on one guitar lesson. More...
Lita Ford To Release New Album "Time Capsule"
American vocalist/guitarist Lta Ford is set to release her latest album "Time Capsule" on SPV/Steamhammer on April 15, 2016. The very special and unusual recording turns back the clock to a time when honest, down-to-earth rock music was still handmade and recorded without digital tricks and contraptions. "Time Capsule" is a "throwback" record that boasts identifiable voices and brilliant players jamming without any planning or pressure. Some of the album`s highlights: Billy Sheehan (bass), Rodger Carter (drums), Dave Navarro (mandolin), Jeff Scott Soto (vocals), Rick Nielsen and Robin Zander (backing vocals) and Gene Simmons (bass).
"There was a shitload of these 24-track analog tapes in the closet in my house (in the islands)," Ford recalls. "This is some of the best work I`ve ever done and it was sitting there. I grabbed two suitcases and took them back to the United States." Imagine Ford dragging a pair of suitcases full of analog tapes through the Caribbean dirt back to Los Angeles, so, as she recalls, "we could bake these fuckers," due to their age. "If you just put them on the reel, they would flake. I was chewing my fingernails, thinking, 'Please work!' And they did!" More...
Metal Musicians React to Lemmy’s Death
While we’re all still reeling from the news of Lemmy's death, the metal world is paying tribute to the legendary Motörhead bassist/singer.
Dozens of metal celebrities have been posting a few words and personal memories in his honor.
A few highlights from the flood of posts can be found below:
Lost one of my best friends, Lemmy, today. He will be sadly missed. He was a warrior and a legend. I will see you on the other side.
— Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) December 29, 2015
Lemmy, you are one of the primary reasons this band exists. We're forever grateful for all of your inspiration. RIP pic.twitter.com/WC1csn5F5x
— Metallica (@Metallica) December 29, 2015More...
First Annual Food Truck & Rock Carnival Announced
The first annual Food Truck & Rock Carnival will take place September 18th - 20th, 2015 at Oak Ridge Park in Clark, NJ and feature music from Godsmack, Slash, Lita Ford, Stone Temple Pilots, Puddle of Mudd, and more. The festival's organizers had this to say:
"In the 'age of the festival' – whether it be for food trucks, music festivals, beer festivals, etc. – several things are often left desired. Event-goers want fun for all ages, including entertainment that the entire family can enjoy, with activities, music, and refreshments available throughout the event. What if you could experience all of those things, with a classic carnival experience, FREE food truck competition featuring 40+ trucks, four stages of continuous live music from chart-topping, Grammy-winning artists, beer gardens, pro-wrestling, and more, all in one weekend?
"This September 18th, 19th and 20th, the first annual Food Truck & Rock Carnival comes to Oak Ridge Park in Clark, NJ – and believe it or not – features all of the above and more! In addition to celebrating the rock n’ roll lifestyle, the Food Truck & Rock Carnival includes fun for all ages and walks of life.
"Several Food Truck & Rock Carnival activities will offer FREE admission to all, with daily events including live music, GCW pro-wrestling, food truck competitions, karaoke and discount, high-energy amusement rides. The event will also include a special vendor village."
Tickets range from $29.99 for a single day pass to the absurd $4,499 "Rock Cabana" package featuring photo shoots with the bands. Ticket info is available right here. More...
Lita Ford Recruits New Guitarist
Lita Ford has announced the addition of guitar player Patrick Kennison to her band. Patrick has been on the road with the group the past few weeks and is truly bringing a new energy to the table. Lita comments:
"Patrick Kennison is our latest and greatest addition to Team Lita! He shreds on guitar and is killer at singing backing vocals. He adds so much energy to the already thunderous sound, just another reinforcement that we will be blowing the doors off the place, and killing it in our future recordings.
"We are able to bring down the house together with Marty O'Brien jamming on Bass and Bobby Rock behind us bashing the drums, together they are the best of the best musicians, Hollywood California's finest line up. Welcome Patrick Kennison!!!"
Kennison also comments on joining the band: "It's both an honor and a blast to share the studio and stage with the queen of metal. I attended many Lita Ford concerts as a kid and was always blown away by her guitar playing and take no prisoners approach to the concert stage."
In other Lita Ford news, Lita narrated the brand new Randy Castillo documentary entitled "The Life, Blood and Rhythm of Randy Castillo." The film is the story of the late drummer who played with Ozzy Osborne, Motley Crue and other rock and roll icons of the 1980s and 1990s. The movie will premiere on November 4th at the Red Nation Film Festival in Los Angeles, CA. For more info on the film, head to this location.
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Sunday Old School: Lita Ford
If you grew up in the eighties you knew Lita Ford as the hard rock girl with credentials. She could play guitar and mix it up vocally with Ozzy Osbourne. Eventually you find out she was part of The Runaways and that’s when you really begin to appreciate how important she has been to rock and roll. More...
Book Released Celebrating Women In Metal
Music journalist and band manager Jill Hughes Kirtland has self-published a book entitled "Not Just Tits in a Corset: Celebrating Women in Metal," which features a foreword by Doro Pesch.
Told in their own voices through a series of intimate interviews and photographs of prominent and influential women in the metal industry, "Not Just Tits in a Corset" details the unique history, challenges, and triumphs women have encountered throughout their careers in metal music, while also celebrating the compelling global community these women have created amongst each other and the fans.
Featured women include Lita Ford, Ann Boleyn, Doro Pesch, Betsy Bitch, Leather Leone, Anneke Van Giersbergen, Elize Ryd, Sharon Den Adel, Alissa White-gluz, Angela Gossow, Maria Brink, Floor Jansen, Tarja Turunen, Cristina Scabbia, Charlotte Wessels, Roxy Petrucci, Linda Mcdonald, Lzzy Hale, And Simone Simons, and more.
The book is now available as a hardcover or softcover printed book or e-book on the author's website and will be available through other online retailers soon. A book launch party open to the public (all ages) will take place on Thursday, April 3rd (6:30pm) at Roxy & Duke's Roadhouse in Dunellen, New Jersey. Female-fronted metal bands Mindmaze, A Sound Of Thunder, and Flames Of Fury will be performing that night with other special guests. More...
Lita Ford Teams Up With Cherie Currie
Two of the most influential women in rock and roll have reunited for a special holiday song. Lita Ford has partnered up with her former Runaways band mate Cherie Currie for what is sure to be a new Christmas Classic. The song "Rock This Christmas Down" is the first time Lita and Cherie have recorded new music together since 1977.
USA Today is hosting an exclusive premiere of "Rock This Christmas Down" as well as an interview with the duo. Give the song a listen below. More...
Lita Ford Streaming Live Album
"The Bitch is Back...Live" is a brand new live album from the queen of hard rock and metal Lita Ford. The album will be released in North America today via Steamhammer/SPV.
Now Yahoo Music is streaming the album in its entirety. Check it out below. The track listing is as follows:
1. The Bitch Is Back
2. Hungry
3. Relentless
4. Living Like a Runaway
5. Devil in My Head
6. Back to the Cave
7. Can't Catch Me
8. Out For Blood
9. Dancing On The Edge
10. Hate
11. Close My Eyes Forever
12. Kiss Me Deadly More...
Lita Ford Pushes Back Live Album
"The Bitch is Back...Live" is a brand new live album from hard rock/metal queen Lita Ford. The release date of the album has now been pushed back slightly, with the digipak and download versions becomign avialable in USA/Canada on November 5th, Germany on October 25th, and Europe on October 28th through SPV/Steamhammer.
After the release of "Living Like a Runaway", Lita took to the stage at the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, California in early October of 2012 to showcase the new material as well as Lita Ford classics. This killer show was recorded for "The Bitch is Back...Live." The track listing is as follows:
1. The Bitch Is Back
2. Hungry
3. Relentless
4. Living Like a Runaway
5. Devil in My Head
6. Back to the Cave
7. Can't Catch Me
8. Out For Blood
9. Dancing On The Edge
10. Hate
11. Close My Eyes Forever
12. Kiss Me Deadly More...
Lita Ford To Release "The Bitch Is Back...Live"
"The Bitch is Back...Live" is a brand new live album from the Lita Ford. Hot on the heels of her comeback album "Living Like a Runaway," Lita took to the stage at the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, California in early October of 2012 to showcase the new material as well as Lita Ford classics.
This show was recorded for "The Bitch is Back...Live." Where does the title come from? Lita opens the show with her rendition of the Elton John track "The Bitch is Back," which was previously released as a bonus track on "Living Like a Runaway." It may be a strong proclamation, but it is true...the bitch is back and bringing it live. Now fans have a chance to be a part of this memorable evening and performance.
The album will be released as a digipak with a special booklet including fan photos and download. Release dates are USA/Canada on October 22nd, Germany on October 25th and Europe on October 28th through SPV/Steamhammer. More...
Lita Ford Video Interview Available
On a recent stop in Chicago, Lita Ford sat down to chat with Mike of psychobabbletv.com. A video from the interview is now online and can be viewed below.
Lita Ford also released a music video earlier this year for "Mother," which comes off latest album "Living Like A Runaway." Watch the clip at this location.
Lita Ford Seeking Fan Photos
This October will see the release of Lita Ford's new live album via Steamhammer/SPV. Lita is asking for fans to submit live shots of the band for inclusion in the album's booklet and poster.
For your photo to be included, please send the photos to litasocialmedia@gmail.com. Remember to include your full name, exactly how you would like it to be written in the credits on the album. All submissions are due by Friday June 28th.
"I did this live album's for the fans, so I would like to include the fans prospective of my shows in the album's artwork," says Ford.
Lita's latest video for the song "Mother" was directed by former Runaway Victory Tischler-Blue. Check it out below. You can also catch the band live: More...
Lita Ford Releases New Music Video
Lita Ford has released a music video for the song "Mother," which comes off latest album "Living Like A Runaway." Check out the clip below. The album's track listing is:
1. Branded
2. Hate
3. The Mask
4. Living Like A Runaway
5. Relentless
6. Mother
7. Devil In My Head
8. Asylum
9. Love 2 Hate U
10. A Song To Slit Your Wrists By
11. Boiling Point (iTunes Bonus Track)
Lita Ford Streaming Entire New Album
Today sees the release of the new album "Living Like A Runaway" from icon Lita Ford via Steamhammer/SPV. The album will be available in four configurations: a double LP, limited edition CD, standard CD, and digital download. To see what Lita herself had to say about the album, check out our recent interview with her.
In celebration of the release, RollingStone.com is hosting an exclusive stream of the entire album. Listen to "Living Like a Runaway" in its entirety at this location.
Lita commented on the release of the album: "The new album Living Like a Runaway is finally ready for the universe to hear. You will feel it your bones when you listen to it. So get your new CD, put it in your car (or wherever your favorite place is to listen to music is) and BLAST IT LOUDER THAN LOUD!!!"
Coinciding with the album's release, Lita is hitting the road this summer with Def Leppard and Poison on the "Rock of Ages Tour." In addition to the dates with Def Leppard and Poison, Lita has confirmed additional headlining shows during the run. These dates are scheduled for June 21st in Tempe, AZ, June 28th in Lexington, KY and July 12th in Jim Thorpe, PA. A complete listing of all dates can be found below. More...
Lita Ford Reveals New Album's Double LP Version
Lita Ford is gearing up for the release of her new album "Living Like A Runaway," which will be unleashed June 19th in North America via SPV/Steamhammer. The album will be available in four configurations: a double LP, limited edition CD, standard CD and digital download.
Now a first look at the double LP edition of "Living Like a Runaway" has been unveiled. This exclusive double LP comes with colored vinyl including two bonus tracks as well as the CD version of the release. The track listing is available below, or you can find out more on the album by reading our recent interview with Lita here.
LP SIDE 1
1. Branded
2. Hate
3. The Mask
LP SIDE 2
1. Relentless
2. Devil In My Head
3. Asylum
LP SIDE 3
1. Living Like A Runaway
2. Mother
3. A Song To Slit Your Wrists By
LP SIDE 4
1. Love 2 Hate You
BONUS TRACKS
2. Bad Neighborhood
3. The Bitch Is Back More...