Beatles make digital debut in new game Nov 2, 2008
The video game has become a key and profitable market for established musical acts such as Metallica and Aerosmith to expose their music to a new generation of fans; some bands have even debuted their music via video games. "The Beatles continue to evolve with the passing of time and how wonderful that The Beatles' legacy will find its natural progression into the 21st century through the computerized world we live in," said Beatles drummer Ringo Starr in a release. (The Age, Australia)
MTV and Activision face off in battle of the brands Nov 1, 2008
MTV already has a "Rock Band" release featuring AC/DC, and Activision has a "Guitar Hero" game with Aerosmith and another in the works for Metallica ... Until now, Activision's "Guitar Hero" strategy was more about selling games, either with rapidly developed sequels or such artist-specific expansion packs as "Guitar Hero: Aerosmith.". (Scientific American)
Chris Cornell Filling In For Robert Plant On Led Zeppelin Tour? That's News To Him Nov 1, 2008
" Cornell's denial comes just a day after Aerosmith guitarist that frontman Steven Tyler recently met with Zeppelin for an impromptu jam session. "They did it for fun," Whitford said during an appearance on the syndicated show "Todd N Tyler Radio Empire. " "I actually think Jimmy wanted Steven to come over and play a little bit because I think he was trying to light a fire under Robert. (VHI.com -- Music News)
While my (plastic) guitar gently weeps: Beatles to license songs to video game Oct 31, 2008
While The Beatles' video will be a custom game, other bands including classic rock veterans Aerosmith, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC and others have licensed their music to Guitar Hero or Rock Band. Pop music fans consider The Beatles one of the greatest rock bands ever. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
'Rock Band' to meet the Beatles? Oct 30, 2008
EW.com hears that the game will be a stand-alone disc, like Guitar Hero: Aerosmith (which has moved more than a million units since its June 2008 release), as opposed to downloadable content. Whether it will also include the band members' likenesses is still unclear, although the game will feature different eras of the band's career visually, starting with the black-and-white feel of the early '60s, and moving into the mod Rubber Soul years, Yellow Submarine, and their final hippie phase. (Entertainment Weekly)
While my (plastic) guitar gently weeps Oct 30, 2008
It remains to be seen whether MTV will create a special Beatles-branded edition of Rock Band similar to Guitar Hero: Aerosmith or the planned AC/DC instalment of Rock Band - or if it will opt to allow gamers to purchase playable versions of the band's tracks. . (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
MTV expected to announce Beatles "Rock Band" deal Oct 30, 2008
Other bands that have licensed their music to "Guitar Hero" or "Rock Band" include classic rock veterans Aerosmith, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC and others. The teleconference is at 10 a.m. Thursday in New York. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Guitar Hero's latest release? Filthy lucre Oct 29, 2008
When you look at the impact it can have on an Aerosmith, Van Halen or Metallica, it's really significant so much so that you sort of question whether or not, in the case of those kinds of products, you should be paying any money at all and whether it should be the reverse. Mr. Kotick has also said that Activision, which is owned by France's Vivendi SA, is considering creating a Guitar Hero-branded music download service to compete with Apple's iTunes. (Globe and Mail)
'Guitar Hero' creators bullish on new game Oct 28, 2008
Guitar Hero' creators bullish on new game - On the Level- msnbc. $7 online stock trades. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Review: If We Ever Make It Home by... Oct 28, 2008
"Daddy and the devil walk side by side. Me and momma, we tried to hide. He couldn t stay sober if he tried, shares Bowen, whose cautionary story reveals it s the son who pays for the father s sins. In spite of its sometimes pain-laced lyrics, If We Ever Make It Home represents a time of personal contentment for its creator. My last album, Lost Hotel, was about soul searching and finding a new direction in life, reveals Bowen, now a father of two. This record is about being happy with your life,... (Suite101.com)
'Guitar Hero' rocks anew Oct 23, 2008
KH: Aerosmith generated more money on royalties for their game ["Guitar Hero Aerosmith"] than they did on each of their past two albums. So they [the games] are truly bringing artists to new audiences, and much bigger audiences. (CNN)
Back-up plan: Songs for the McCain campaign Oct 22, 2008
Janies Got a Gun Aerosmith ... And again, much like The Who, Aerosmith has been worn down by years of people recontextualizing Dude Looks Like a Lady in commercials and stuff like Mrs ... And if you think The Who and Aerosmith are royalty-mad, the Baha Men wrote the playbook. (MSNBC -- Music)
Aerosmith Itching To Finish Up New Album Oct 22, 2008
The album will be Aerosmith's first of all-original material since 2001's "Just Push Play;" 2004's "Honkin' on Bobo" was comprised primarily of cover versions. Most of Aerosmith's headlines this year were away from the recording studio and concert stage ... But he adds that the health issues should not raise concerns about Aerosmith's mortality. (Billboard.com)
Eminem Goes Deep With Dr. Dre On New Album Oct 22, 2008
October 21, 2008 , 10:30 AM ET. Andre Paine, London says his comeback album will have a "lot of material" after five months of solid work on the record with Dr. Dre. (Billboard.com)
Early Zappa Albums Due In Expanded Editions Oct 22, 2008
October 21, 2008 , 2:00 PM ET. Gary Graff, Detroit The Zappa Family Trust will kick off a comprehensive campaign to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the late 's albums next month. (Billboard.com)
For Obama, how sweet it is Oct 20, 2008
Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler played the part of proud father, joining daughter Chelsea - a Thayer alum - for a few tunes. Together, they sang Charlie Chaplin's "Smile" and the Shangri-La's "Remember (Walkin' in the Sand)," and then Tyler, backed by the Atlantic Symphony Orchestra, belted out "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing." The singer's son, Taj, a current Thayer student, was in the audience, as was his 93-year-old dad, Victor Tallerico. (Boston Globe)
That's still the way AC/DC wants to rock 'n' roll Oct 20, 2008
That's ahead of the Rolling Stones, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen and Aerosmith. Available exclusively at Wal-Mart, Sam's Club and acdc. (USA Today)
This Week’s Highlights Oct 20, 2008
Among characters you might see are Dee Snider of Twisted Sister, Joe Elliott of Def Leppard or Steven Tyler of Aerosmith. Admission is 10; call (507) 452-8277 for information. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Girlband are voted off X Factor Oct 19, 2008
Three of the band's four members are from Bristol, and they sang Don't Want To Miss A Thing by Aerosmith in their final bid to remain in the contest. Walsh, who is mentoring the groups in the competition, now has only one act left in the contest, after Bad Lashes were booted off last week. (BBC News -- UK)
NYC HENDRIX HOOTENANNY Oct 19, 2008
Experience Hendrix is a massive tribute to rock legend Jimi Hendrix, featuring former Jimi Hendrix Experience drummer Mitch Mitchell; Band of Gypsies bassist Billy Cox; and master blues guitarists Shepherd, B 00004000 rad Whitford (from Aerosmith), Doyle Bramhall II, Buddy Guy, Jonny Lang, Hubert Sumlin and more. "You got the guys who played with Hendrix, the guys who influenced Hendrix and all of us who were influenced by him," says Shepherd. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
MTV Networks Music Group Promotes Tom Calderone to President of VH1 Oct 17, 2008
He was later promoted to Executive Vice President Music and Talent Programming for MTV & MTV2, taking on a larger role in the development of music programming with some of the biggest artists, including the breakthrough music franchise "Spankin' New Music," "Ultimate Mash Ups," "MTV Icon" which honored iconic musical artists such as Aerosmith, "MTV Jammed," the hilarious "Doggy Fizzle Televizzle" with Snoop Dogg and the underground MTV2 hit "Wonder Showzen.". He was also instrumental in... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
At rock band's request, Aerosmith to play the Chip Oct 17, 2008
Grammy Award-winning rock band Aerosmith will play the Buffalo Chip on Wednesday, Aug. 5, Chip owner Rod Woodruff said. Woodruff said Aerosmith's crew visited the Buffalo Chip this year as spectators ... Aerosmith began its career in the early 1970s, writing a string of hits that has spanned three decades. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
A hit at Fenway Oct 15, 2008
(The Aerosmith screamer will perform with daughter Chelsea Tallarico, who graduated from Thayer last year. "[Tyler] has been really supportive of the arts program, and very gracious, and generous to be part of the opening," said school spokesman Dave Casanave. (Boston Globe)
A virtual battle of the bands Oct 13, 2008
"Standalone and cheaper band-focused editions, such as the recently released 'Guitar Hero: Aerosmith' and the upcoming 'Guitar Hero: Metallica' and 'Guitar Hero: Jimi Hendrix' are pivotal in expanding the audience," said Chris Faylor, editor of gaming site ... While exclusive music will inevitably prolong the battle between "Guitar Hero and "Rock Band," Faylor believes the battle of the virtual bands will come down to which game offers the widest variety of well-known songs and artists, while... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
AC/DC extends its rock legacy, its way Oct 13, 2008
Its songs receive less airplay than those of Aerosmith, according to Nielsen Broadcast Data Systems. Its members get little attention in gossip columns. (International Herald Tribune)
Virtual battle of the bands rocks on Oct 10, 2008
"Standalone and cheaper band-focused editions, such as the recently released Guitar Hero: Aerosmith and the upcoming Guitar Hero: Metallica and Guitar Hero: Jimmi Hendrix are pivotal in expanding the audience," said Chris Faylor, editor of gaming site ShackNews. com. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Irish Rock Band 'The Answer' to Open for AC/DC's Black Ice World Tour - Itinerary Kicks Off October 28 Oct 10, 2008
The Answer, whose mammoth sound is often compared to Black Crowes and Free, are fully primed for stadium and arena shows and in Europe, they've opened concerts for the Rolling Stones, the Who, Aerosmith and other legendary bands. In addition, the group has headlined tours in the U.K., Europe, Japan and Australia, where their first album "Rise" was released to great acclaim and sold over 100,000 units on the Australia and U.K.-based independent label Albert Productions. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
David Archuleta gets a manager Oct 8, 2008
" Old-school New Yorker Lord Finesse, late Detroit legend J Dilla, and, of course, Lamont's mentor Dr. Dre are among the producers set to contribute beats for The Reformation. Other planned collaborators include Busta Rhymes and, if Lamont has his way, Dave Matthews. (A rep for Matthews said the jam-band king's management was unaware of any plans to work with Lamont at present.) "Hip-hop can encompass anything," Lamont explains. "So let's start pressing the envelope, like when you first seen... (CNN -- Showbiz)
Steven Tyler to be featured at Thayers art opening Oct 7, 2008
The opening will feature performances by Steven Tyler, lead singer of the rock band Aerosmith, the Atlantic Symphony Orchestra, composer-pianist Suzanne Ciani (Thayer class of '64) and concert violinist Charles Castleman (Thayer class of '57) ... The Saturday Gala will include an elegant dinner served "under the tent" by The Catered Affair, followed by a program in the Center's 540 seat auditorium, featuring performances by Thayer students; the Atlantic Symphony Orchestra (playing with Thayer... (Braintree Forum, MA)
Jagermeister Taps Hinder To Headline Fall Music Tour Oct 7, 2008
Combining raw riffs with big hooks and insanely strong vocal harmonies, Hinder takes their cues from rock legends like Aerosmith, AC/DC, KISS, and Guns N' Roses. Their triple platinum debut Extreme Behavior documented the decadence and strained relationships of these retro rock giants, whose subsequent cover of Steppenwolf's "Born to Be Wild" became an anthem for their life on the road. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
More Screen Play Oct 3, 2008
"What happens to your catalogue in digital downloads? What happens to your merchandise? What happens to your ticket sales? When you look at the impact it can have on an Aerosmith, Van Halen or Metallica, it's really significant, so much so that you sort of question whether or not, in the case of those kinds of products, you should be paying any money at all and whether it should be the reverse. "We have lots of music to choose from, lots of artists to choose from. A 12-year-old kid has no idea... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Rock Halls next class Oct 3, 2008
Now, Run-D.M.C., nominated in the first year of its eligibility, has the chance to follow on the strength of rock and rap blends such as the 1986 cover of Aerosmith s Walk This Way and classics like It s Tricky and My Adidas. The big thing they did is took hip-hop more into the mainstream, said Jim Henke, chief curator of the hall of fame and a member of the nominating committee. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Barker, DJ AM's tale of survival Sep 25, 2008
Tyler sues bloggers Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler yesterday sued unknown bloggers who the singer said impersonated him on the Web, writing about the death of his mother and other "intimate details" from his life. In a lawsuit filed in Los Angeles, Tyler said he didn't know the real names of those who have impersonated him and girlfriend Erin Brady on the Web, but he believes the same group was responsible for similar postings last year. (Boston Globe)
'Fight the Power' named best hip-hop song Sep 25, 2008
Run-D.M.C.s Walk This Way with Aerosmith and Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Fives The Message round out the top five. Salt N Pepa was the only female act in the top 10, with their early hit Push It. (MSNBC -- Music)
Steven Tyler sues blogging impersonator Sep 25, 2008
Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler on Wednesday sued unknown bloggers who the singer said impersonated him on the Web, writing about the death of his mother and other intimate details from his life ... The latest batch of impersonator blogs, which show pictures of Tyler, the lead singer for the rock group Aerosmith, were posted at Blogspot. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Music Publishing Tsunami Sep 25, 2008
The animated series is the brainchild of independent music publisher Primary Wave, which, since its launch in 2006, has inked deals for the song catalogs of Nirvana's Kurt Cobain, Steven Tyler of Aerosmith, Hall & Oates and others. Critics charge that Primary Wave's marketing efforts border on the sacrilegious - even by soulless music-industry standards. (New York Post -- Business)
Timbaland and Timberlake Sep 24, 2008
Bobby Kotick, CEO of Activision, creator of the wildly popular video game Guitar Hero: Aerosmith, tells MTV Multiplayer blog: "[The band's] version of Guitar Hero generated far more in revenues than any Aerosmith album ever has." And that's not hyperbole. According to , Aerosmith's last studio album, 2004's "Honkin' on Bobo," sold 160,500 copies in its first week, which equates to about $2 million in sales ... Meanwhile, Guitar Hero: Aerosmith sold 567,000 copies in its first week, grossing... (Boston Globe)
Santogold takes it to the limit Sep 24, 2008
They got bonus points for rhyming "Aerosmith" with "terrorist.". Trouble Andrew, however, was hard to take seriously, which might be the point. (Boston Globe)
Gavinpalooza in Tempe Sep 24, 2008
The only overt stab at image making was DeGraw's backdrop, an ersatz Aerosmith logo of a record with wings with Gavin's name in the same font as The Gap logo. A subtle way of saying "We'll rock you like a clothing chain" or perhaps "Let the music do the talking, fashion be damned," you decide. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
VH1 crowns 'Fight the Power' as best hip-hop song Sep 24, 2008
Run-D.M.C.'s "Walk This Way" with Aerosmith and Grandmaster Flash urious Five's "The Message" round out the top five. Salt 'N Pepa was the only female act in the top 10, with their early hit "Push It." Two of rap's biggest names Jay-Z and Eminem didn't make the top 10, though they are in the top 20. (Florida Times-Union)
In Cher's Pants Sep 23, 2008
Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler ... Boston s historic Symphony Hall was filled with rock stars and assorted dignitaries on Friday night, including Sting, Chris Botti, Katharine McPhee, Yo-Yo Ma, John Mayer and Steven Tyler of Aerosmith, who performed a raucous version of Crazy (When I Met You) wearing a pair of tight, black, lace-and-rhinestone studded pants he d gotten from Cher. (Fox News)
LARS ULRICH, JAMES HETFIELD On METALLICA's Longevity - Sep. 21, 2008 Sep 22, 2008
"He continued, "THE ROLLING STONES, BLACK SABBATH, AEROSMITH I have nothing but respect for their longevity, but Charlie Watts is not playing 'Damage, Inc.' three times a week or playing 'Whiplash' every night ... As far as Metallica's longevity in comparision to bands like Black Sabbath, The Rolling Stones, and Aerosmith, the above post mentioned that those bands never changed, that's exactly why Metallica is a better band than them. (Blabbermouth.net)
The Rock Stars Of Video Game Marketing Sep 19, 2008
Aerosmith's lead singer, Joe Perry, still prefers performing live to playing in the video game he's featured in, Guitar Hero ... Perry's band, Aerosmith lends its music to the Guitar Hero game hoping to reach new and younger audiences ... Joe Perry, of course, is a real guitar hero - as the lead guitarist of Aerosmith. (CBS News)
Slash 'Announces' Guitar Hero: Jimi Hendrix? Sep 19, 2008
Talk the Aerosmith version, talks the Metallica version, then talks about a version we didn't know yet existed, saying Neversoft are "doing a Hendrix one, which is great" ... Rock the 80's and Aerosmith have both failed to meet many gamers' expectations (although I'm sure sales were good) but I'm many folk's love for Hendrix will let them keep hope alive ... I can't wait to buy WT and three months later find myself with no new content as they start rolling out Guitar Hero: Aerosmith 2. (Kotaku Australia)
"Guitar Hero" lines up new acts Sep 19, 2008
Guitar Hero' lines up new acts In this file photo (L-R) Aerosmith's Joey Krame, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry attend a press conference for the new video game "Guitar Hero: Aerosmith" in New York, June 27, 2008 ... Most recently, Velvet Revolver guitarist Slash let it slip to Rolling Stone that "Guitar Hero" is working on a Jimi Hendrix special edition akin to what it did with Aerosmith ... Most recently, Velvet Revolver guitarist Slash let it slip to Rolling Stone that "Guitar Hero" is working on... (Scientific American)
Buzz Briefs: Jon Stewart, Serena Williams Sep 17, 2008
She says Nikita would do "these beautiful slow dances to Aerosmith ballads." Fox says she would bring the stripper gifts and try to inspire her to quit her line of work. But, Fox says she's not a lesbian. (CBS News)
Eliza Dushku completes Nautica Malibu Triathlon Sep 17, 2008
Chapman's biker buddy Steven Tyler was on the guest list, but the Aerosmith screamer was a no-show. Goodbye, 'SNL. (Boston Globe)
Activision Will Satisfy "Insatiable Appetite" For More Guitar Hero Sep 17, 2008
We've already seen Guitar Hero: Aerosmith this year and Guitar Hero: World Tour will hit before 2008 is out ... Griffith said quite simply, "We've learned that the consumer still has an insatiable appetite for more." Believe it or not, Guitar Hero: Aerosmith has rolled up more revenue than any one of the band's music albums released in their long history, and Universal's Zach Horowitz said songs that appear in GH games "boost their average sales many times over.". (PSX Extreme)
High School Athlete of the week Sep 17, 2008
"FAVORITE SONG ON iPOD:"'Hell's Bells', by Aerosmith. " WINNING TOURNEY AND BEING UNDEFEATED IN LEAGUE:"I think that being undefeated and winning has not surprised us. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Guitar Hero: Aerosmith generates more profit then albums Sep 16, 2008
" Wonder what impact the next Guitar Hero title will have on Metallica? kksl1der says: Yeah I've heard about this. Don't know where I was reading it, but I do know Aerosmith were saying that the GH series could become the best way of marketing a new song or album. Huydo says: Quote: Originally Posted by Lucario Wonder what impact the next Guitar Hero title will have on Metallica? Most likely the same impact, especially for the new album. User Name Remember Me? Password or ! [Wii] [General] [Wii]... (Aussie-Nintendo.com)
On Relationships: First dates gone horribly wrong Sep 16, 2008
Turns out the boy was listening to all my talking and remembered my favorite band was Aerosmith, who happened to be touring. The present was two tickets (net cost around $160) to see a concert in Hershey. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Megan Fox opens up about old flame: 'Nikita' Sep 16, 2008
Fox said Nikita would do "these beautiful slow dances to Aerosmith ballads." The actress also said she would bring the Russian stripper gifts and try to inspire her to quit her line of work. Fox's publicist, Dominique Appel, confirmed the contents of the GQ report Monday. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
School of Rock Invades South Florida Sep 16, 2008
The rock invasion is in full force as the Coral Springs school headlines two south Florida concerts in a tribute to rock greats Aerosmith. The All AGES shows will be held Friday, October 10 at Hammerjacks, located next to the SpareZ Bowling Center in Davie and Saturday, October 11 at legendary Ft. Lauderdale rock venue Cheers on Cypress Creek Road. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
GameStop Seeks "Ultimate Guitar Hero" Sep 16, 2008
GRAPEVINE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Can you rock out like Aerosmith or Pat Benatar. Are you a master of Star Power. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Keeping it Reel Sep 12, 2008
The Kramer-Montgomery Band, featuring Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer and harmonica man James Montgomery, is headlining the show; other performers include Grammy-winning blues harpist James Cotton, guitarist Jay Geils, the Uptown Horns, and car magnate Ernie Boch Jr.'s band, Ernie and the Automatics. 21+ 7 p.m. $45, $125 (includes reception and an appearance by the performers), $200 (reception and backstage meet-and-greet). (Boston Globe)
Jonny Lang to be at Surf on Saturday Sep 11, 2008
While kids his age were still playing high school gigs, he was touring with giants like the Rolling Stones and Aerosmith, trading licks with mentors like B. B. King and Buddy Guy, and being lauded by U.S. News and World Report for having the voice of a grizzled blues veteran. and guitar skills to match. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
SongVest to Reinvent Music Memorabilia with First Major Song Auction on October 4 Sep 11, 2008
Track Offerings Include Favorites by Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, Garth Brooks and More ... From October 4th through October 18th, 2008, the innovative SongVest platform presents the incredible opportunity to own a percentage of the writers share of their favorite songs, including those made famous by Aerosmith, Ringo Starr, Cher, Ozzy Osbourne, Bon Jovi, Carrie Underwood, Faith Hill, The Monkees, and more (full listing at ). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Readers Respond to Russell Brand's VMA Comments Sep 10, 2008
" What happened to the days of Aerosmith, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson? People with real talent used to go. Not bad reality stars like Tila Tequila. I ll give Russell Brand a break because it was his first year to host, and I am sure he was nervous, but he sucked it up. His comments toward the Jonas Brothers weren t as bad as people made it out to be. Chris Rock used to call out Britney Spears for lip-syncing, so roasting people in the audience has always been a part of the VMAs. I felt his... (Fox News)
VMAs: The Top 10 Things You Didn't See On TV Sep 8, 2008
September 07, 2008 , 11:55 PM ET. After winning three Moonmen, including video of the year, got cold feet before she met the press. (Billboard.com)
Remember St Elton, you were young once, too Sep 7, 2008
Rock band Aerosmith were, if anything, wilder than Elton, but are clean living these days, with group members looking as if they're only held together by very weak Sellotape. They don't nag younger stars about sobriety and rehab programmes, but unfortunately they may be the exception. (The Observer)
Keeping faith that the music will go on Sep 6, 2008
Bonnie Raitt, Aerosmith, and Odetta gigged here. So did bluesmen Buddy Guy and Johnny Winter, jazzmen John Scofield and Bill Frisell, and many Boston acts from Sarah Borges to Chris Smither. (Boston Globe)
Trans Siberian Orchestra Sep 6, 2008
He then worked at Leber-Krebs Inc., the management company that launched many successful careers such as Aerosmith, AC/DC, Def Leppard, Ted Nugent and more. In 1986 he turned to writing and producing full time. (Suite101.com)
Johnny Depp jams in South Florida Sep 3, 2008
While never making it Aerosmith big, The Kids made a name for themselves opening for major bands, including The Pretenders. The Kids breakup in 1984 corresponded with Depp s first credited movie role, A Nightmare On Elm Street. (The Palm Beach Post)
Hip-hop on 'Guitar Hero'? Game's developer says it's possible Sep 2, 2008
Kai Huang, 35, who developed the hugely popular game (along with his brother Charles, 38), stopped in Atlanta recently to show off the new Guitar Hero: Aerosmith a limited-edition version that features avatars of the band members performing in historically accurate venues. As Huang shredded his guitar to the Run DMC/Aerosmith collaboration of Walk this Way, he answered a few questions ... Guitar Hero: Aerosmith costs $89. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Rock fans clamoring at her feet: Tashea Aug 31, 2008
Numerous rock gods and guitar legends influence Tashea's music, from the classics -- Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Kiss, Jimi Hendrix and Aerosmith -- to modern metal and rock bands such as Black Label Society. "I guess that's what makes us different from a lot of other bands around here. Because our influences are older, our music is more mature.". (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
