In this multi-part series, record producer Michael Beinhorn blogs about the making of the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ seminal 1987 album “The Uplift Mofo Party Plan.” The pain, drugs and amazing music, despite record industry obstacles. In this post, the band crashed an A&R meeting and dances naked!
Music exec Jonathan McHugh grooves in the summer moonlight to New Orleans’ Night Tripper Dr. John during the Twilight Concert series at the Santa Monica Pier.
The alternative rockers ended their 2008 tour, after playing 354 shows in support of their 2008 self-titled debut, at Walt Disney Hall in Los Angeles. The Comet was lucky enough to be there to witness the seminal show which featured the Calder Quartet, and paid tribute to their East L.A. origins with a local girls choir, high school marching band and mariachis. The event was filmed for a DVD which premiered last night. Check out the film’s trailer:
Oh no! More legal trouble for T.I. The rapper, who is currently on probation for a gun conviction, and his wife Tameka “Tiny” Cottle were arrested last night in West Hollywood for allegedly possessing a controlled substance.
Yoko Ono has tapped some very special guests, including Lady Gaga, Iggy Pop and Perry Farrell, for her upcoming We Are Plastic One Band concerts. Ono’s son Sean Lennon will serve as musical director of the John Lennon tribute shows to be held at Los Angeles’ Orpheum Theater Oct. 1 - 2.
Music executive Scott Austin has tried to crack the code of an industry whose traditional operating platform has all but cemented. Here, the Authentik Artists CEO suggests it may be better to leave it to the “blowhards” to take control and truly affect change for the greater good of us all.
Rocker Slash, who was just honored this weekend at the Sunset Strip Music festival, has reportedly filed for divorce from his wife of nine years, Perla Ferrar, citing irreconcilable differences. Slash is seeking joint physical and legal custody of the couple’s two sons, ages six and eight.
In this multi-part series, record producer Michael Beinhorn blogs about the making of the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ seminal 1987 album “The Uplift Mofo Party Plan.” The pain, drugs and amazing music, despite record industry obstacles.
The Neon Trees and Semi Precious Weapons took of their clothes, made fans take off their clothes, and freaked out security during the Sunset Strip Music Festival. Rock is back.
In this multi-part series, record producer Michael Beinhorn blogs about the making of the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ seminal 1987 album “The Uplift Mofo Party Plan.” The pain, drugs and amazing music, despite record industry obstacles.
Groupon is at it again! But this time, the deal lands in Los Angeles and concertgoers can pick up two tickets to a show at the Roxy Theater for just $10. It’s just the latest in discounted ticketing offers that have been helping venues pack the house. C’mon Gilt Group! Get on board the discount party train.
This weekend is going to be a partay in West Hollywood when the Sunset Strip Music Festival takes over at all the cool venues like The Viper Room, The Whiskey A Go-Go, and The Cat Club. Everyone will be there! Slash, the Comet bloggers Saint Motel, and of course Steel Panther. The festivities kicked off Aug 25 with Skeetox at the Roxy!
DJ Skee is kicking off this year’s Sunset Strip Music Festival with his live stage show at the Roxy nightclub tonight (Aug. 25) in Hollywood! Skee will be joined by Xzibit, Paul Wall and other surprise guests.
Music exec Jonathan McHugh blogs about the premiere of “Going the Distance” – a film he claims is not just a chick flick, but a guy flick too. Plus, it features awesome music – a new song by Airborne Toxic Event, vintage Cure, and an on-screen performance by the Boxer Rebellion.
Eminem, who has been burning up the charts with latest album “Recovery” and leads the VMA nominations, is set to take the stage at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards. The event, also featuring performances by hip-hop heavyweights Kanye West, Drake and B.o.B., will be broadcast live from Los Angeles’ Nokia Theater Sept. 12.
What comes around goes around. Joey Lawrence is poised to make a pop comeback. The former teen idol and “Blossom” star scored a No. 1 debut with his new comedy series “Melissa & Joey.” Not only does he perform the theme song, he’s back in the studio with hot producer Matthew Gerrard working on a new album.
More than 80 concertgoers have been arrested, most on drug charges, and at least 16 people were treated with injuries at the 18th annual Love Festival. The event took place this weekend inside the Los Angeles Sports Arena and attracted about 4,100 attendees.
In other Motley Crue news, Nikki Sixx has taken the high road on his MySpace page in the odd Twittering of his now ex-girlfriend Kat Von D, who told the world she’s dating that great guy Jesse James. Sources say she just really wanted a little press ‘ink’ to get viewers to her show.
Tommy Lee says Steven Tyler as a judge on “American Idol” will make the show exciting again. Sources say Tyler will really be rocking his way into the judge’s table and shakin’ things up.
Indie rockers Saint Motel plan to light up Silverlake’s Sunset Junction Fair with some high-octane rock ‘n’ roll this weekend. Catch the band tomorrow afternoon when they take the stage as the fest celebrates its 30th anniversary, with five stages of great music, carnival rides, DJs and street performers. It’s fun for the whole family!
