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DAVE GROHL Announces ‘The Storyteller Live And In Person’ Book Tour
Dave Grohl will take part in an extremely limited run of intimate evenings that will see (and hear) him bring his eagerly anticipated first ever book to life. Tickets are on sale today at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. GMT for “Dave Grohl: The Storyteller Live And In Person”. Due on October 5 via Dey Street Books and Simon & Schuster, “The Storyteller – Tales Of Life And Music” is a collection of memories of a life lived loud. From his formative years on the Washington, D.C. punk rock scene through the decades of music that followed, Dave will share the experiences that have defined him — plus some special surprises — all 100 percent live and in person in four select cities. Doors for all shows will open at 6:30 p.m. Dave will be on stage at 8:00 p.m. Tic...
THE PRETTY RECKLESS’s TAYLOR MOMSEN And BEN PHILLIPS Kick Off Rock Installment Of ‘How I Wrote That Song’
BMI (Broadcast Music Inc.), Beasley Media Group and Xperi‘s HD Radio Technology have launched the fourth installment of BMI‘s signature series “How I Wrote That Song”, featuring Taylor Momsen and Ben Phillips of the notable rock band THE PRETTY RECKLESS. Each episode of the 12-part series will give audiences an insider’s look into the creative process of writing and producing hit songs as well as the stories behind them. This episode features the writing process behind some of THE PRETTY RECKLESS‘s biggest hits like “Heaven Knows”, “Messed Up World”, “Follow Me Down” and many more. A new Brian Ives-hosted episode will air every two weeks on Beasley Media Group radio stations across the country, with the video component...
RUSH: ‘Cinema Strangiato – Director’s Cut’ Available At Home Worldwide For A Limited Time Via Video On Demand
Following a successful global cinema release, Trafalgar Releasing and Anthem Entertainment have announced that starting on October 1 at 9 p.m. ET through Sunday, October 10 at 11:59 p.m. ET, RUSH fans worldwide can view “Rush: Cinema Strangiato – Director’s Cut” at home, on demand. Visit www.cinemastrangiato.com for more information and to purchase access for $15. “Rush: Cinema Strangiato – Director’s Cut” celebrates the “Holy Trinity of Rock” (Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart) and 40 years of their “Moving Pictures” via an alternate “director’s cut” of the 2019 feature, giving audiences a special look into “R40 Live”, with a revamped setlist including the new addition of bonus track...
METALLICA Plays Surprise Club Concert In Chicago (Video)
METALLICA played a “pop-up concert” at Metro in Chicago Monday night (September 20). The venue made the announcement at 1:30 p.m. and within an hour, the show was completely sold out. The tickets sold for just $19.83, a reference to the year 1983, which is when the band last appeared at Metro. METALLICA, which played a “surprise” concert at The Independent in San Francisco last Thursday (September 16), announced the Chicago concert on social media, writing: “THAT was way too much fun last week as we finally played in front of real live fans for the first time in over two years in our hometown of San Francisco. So why not do it again. This time we’re in Chicago and we’ll be hitting the stage at the storied Metro on Clark Street tonight… our fi...
A Crossover Batman Suit from ‘The Flash’ Surfaces
Continuing to deliver teasers, director Andy Muschietti recently revealed what appears to be a crossover Batman suit from The Flash. Taking to Instagram, Muschietti offered a close-up image of. what appears to be Michael Keaton‘s Batman suit spray-painted with the look of the Scarlet Speedster’s suit. The reveal further adds to curiosity around how Barry Allen, played by Ezra Miller, will be encountering both Keaton and Ben Affleck‘s versions of the Dark Knight. The Flash is expected to see Barry Allen/Flash attempt to prevent his mother’s murder by traveling back in time, unintentionally causing his timeline to shatter. Aside from the return of Keaton and Affleck, the upcoming DC Extended Universe title will also feature Sasha Calle as Supergirl. The Flash will be released in theaters on ...
‘Fast & Furious’ Director Justin Lin Confirms Last Two Films Will Tell One Chapter
Fast & Furious director Justin Lin has shared that the saga’s final two films will tell the story of one chapter. Speaking to Collider, the filmmaker confirmed that F10 and F11 will not chronicle different stories. “The idea of the last chapter being two films is correct. I have to say, I’m so glad — because I think when I first entered this franchise, a sequel was not a given. You had to earn it, you know? And so to be sitting here talking to you and go, ‘Oh yeah, there’s gonna be two more movies!’ I’m like, ‘Wow.’ It means a lot,” he explained. Lin added, “So, every day when I wake up, I’m trying to reconfigure and make sure hopefully whatever we’re talking about process wise is gonna yield the best result. But I think having one chapter in two movies is correct. That’s where I sit t...
Tom Hanks Builds a Robot to Look After His Dog in Apple TV+ Film ‘Finch’
Apple Original Films has released the official trailer of Finch, starring Tom Hanks and Caleb Landry Jones. Helmed by Miguel Sapochnik, the forthcoming title sees Hanks portray robotics engineer and world apocalypse survivor Finch, who has spent the last decade living in an underground bunker with his robotic dog, Goodyear. Finch creates a robot, portrayed by Jones, to serve as Goodyear’s caretaker when he is no longer able to care for his friend: “As the trio embarks on a perilous journey into a desolate American West, Finch strives to show his creation, who names himself Jeff, the joy and wonder of what it means to be alive. Their road trip is paved with both challenges and humor, as it’s as difficult for Finch to goad Jeff and Goodyear to get along as it is for him to manage the dangers...
Netflix Officially Launches Free Streaming Plan
Netflix has officially launched its first-of-its-kind free streaming plan in Kenya. According to reports, the tier offers approximately one-fourth of the titles available for paid subscribers and is currently only available on Android phones. Unlike the paid tiers, however, subscribers do not have the option to download titles or cast the app on TVs. “If you’ve never watched Netflix before — and many people in Kenya haven’t — this is a great way to experience our service,” Cathy Conk, director of product innovation at Netflix, wrote. “And if you like what you see, it’s easy to upgrade to one of our paid plans so you can enjoy our full catalog on your TV or laptop as well.” A credit card is not required; subscribers only need to enter their email address, birthdate and a password. “Then you...
Sinach Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband
Osinachi Kalu popularly known as Sinach is a multiple award winning gospel artist, songwriter and music minister with believers Loveworld a.k.a Christ Embassy. Profile summary Full name: Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu Birthday: March 30, 1973 Age: 48 years old (as of 2021) Marital Status: Married Husband: Joe Egbu Nationality: Nigerian Birthplace: Lagos, Nigeria Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Senior Worship Leader Genres: Gospel, Worship She’s about the most revered gospel artist in this developing clime call Africa. First her style is unique and alien to the conventional pattern music was done in Nigeria as at when she began and then the lyrics are coated with life transforming dictions impeccably arranged in an order that suits it’s spiritual intent. All over the country and indeed the con...
R.I.P. Anthony Johnson, Friday’s Ezal Dead at 56
Anthony Johnson, the actor and comedian who notably played Ezal in the first Friday film, has died at the age of 56. A representative of Johnson confirmed his passing to The Hollywood Reporter. No additional details, including a cause of death, have been shared. The Compton native also appeared in films such as House Party, Lethal Weapon 3, Menace II Society, and The Players Club. His television credits included cameos in Martin, Moesha, and The Jamie Foxx Show. Advertisement Related Video But he’ll undoubtedly best be remembered for his role in the stoner comedy Friday. His character Ezal tried to scheme his way into a quick buck, and in doing so stole several scenes in the film. Johnson’s death comes less than a year after the passing of Friday co-star, Tommy Lister Jr., who played Deebo...
Guns N’ Roses Rehearse New Song “Hard School”: Watch
Guns N’ Roses rehearsed a new song called “Hard School” during a soundcheck for their concert last Thursday (September 16th) at Wrigley Field in Chicago. Slash posted a TikTok of the instrumental runthrough, which was filmed by his girlfriend Meegan Hodges during soundcheck. The snippet features Slash laying down heavy riffs while drummer Frank Ferrerr works a steady open hi-hat beat. Bassist Duff McKagan and keyboardist Melissa Reese are also on stage, though frontman Axl Rose, keyboardist Dizzy Reed, and guitarist Richard Fortus are not present. Another clip, uploaded by a fan, contains some more vocals. Advertisement Related Video Guns N’ Roses previously rehearsed “Hard School” (also known as “Hardschool” or “Hard Skool”) ahead of their 2019 Hollywood Palladium show. Reportedly, the so...
‘Billboard’ Sparks Drake Vs. Michael Jackson Debate With Chart Numbers
Billboard got the internet buzzing with its latest comparison of Drake and Michael Jackson’s chart numbers, begging the question of whether or not the OVO head is as big of a star as the late King of Pop. The publication pointed out that MJ’s Billboard Hot 100 record for most top 10 hits from the same album was untouched for 37 years, along with the Beatles‘ 57-year-old record as the only act to hold the top five in a single week. However, cuts from Drizzy’s Certified Lover Boy — “Way 2 Sexy,” “Girls Want Girls,” “Fair Trade,” “Champagne Poetry” and “Knife Talk” — occupied Nos. 1 to 5 on the Hot 100 chart to tie him with the Beatles, while nine tracks occupied the top 10 on the chart dated September 18 to break Jackson’s feat. Fans of both artists took to social media to state their cases,...
