I was at Pearl Jam’s return to the MEN Arena last night – for the first time since 2000, as part of their four-date European tour which includes London’s O2 tonight.
The grunge legends did not disappoint with a full repertoire of songs through their back catalogue as well as songs from the upcoming album Backspacer. They were on for about 2hours 15mins so fans at the packed out MEN certainly got their money’s worth, with their usual double encore at the end.
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Supernatural, the American drama/horror TV show is to return for its fifth season on Thursday September 10th on CW in the US. It is expected back on UK screens on the Living Channel after Virgin Media took the rights from itv2.
For those who don’t know, the series revolves around two brothers, Sam and Dean Winchester, who hunt down demons and other figures of the paranormal, to avenge the death of their mother (and later, their father).
The show sometimes uses an X-Files format as the brothers investigate unexplained events relating to folklore, myths, and American urban legends. However, one of the main drawing points for me, and other viewers, is the big connection with classic rock and metal.
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The latest news from Pearl Jam – recently released to Ten Club members – is that the band are returning to Australia and New Zealand for the first time in three years to play a number of outdoor concerts.
Supporting Pearl Jam on all shows will be New Zealander Liam Finn as well as Ben Harper and the Relentless7.
As usual, there will be a first come, first served pre-sale for Ten Club members (membership active as of 4th August). The pre-sale has already started and it will end on 12th August – so hurry if you want tickets and gain entrance priority!
General admission tickets to the dates below will be sold online at https://www.pearljam.com/max and will be sold in pairs. You can pick up your tickets on the day of the show.
Once the pre-sale is over, Perth and Melbourne tickets can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.au. All other show tickets can be bought at www.ticketek.com.au.
DATE CITY VENUE
Nov 14 Perth Member’s Equity Stadium
Nov 17 Adelaide Adelaide Cricket Ground
Nov 20 Melbourne Ettihad Stadium
Nov 22 Sydney Sydney Football Stadium
Nov 25 Brisbane QSAC Stadium
Nov 27 Auckland, NZ Western Springs Stadium
Nov 29 Christchurch, NZ Jade Stadium
It seems like age may have finally caught up with the Aerosmith rocker. Steven Tyler is recovering from head, neck and shoulder injuries after mistiming a step during a performance in Rapid City, South Dakota on Wednesday night.
The 61-year old was reported to have been dancing around while singing their classic Love in an Elevator song. When he fell from the stage at the outdoor concert it first appeared he had stage dived. But it was soon evident he was genuinely hurt and Steven had to be airlifted to hospital by helicopter. The show had to be ended prematurely.
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It seems like ages since I last saw the Red Hot Chili Peppers live in Manchester – well I think it was 2006 when they had released Stadium Arcadium. Since then there has not been much news as the band had taken a hiatus. I didn’t expect the break to last two years though, so I was excited to hear reports that the band will be reforming to write new material in October.
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Here is a quick guide to the rock bands who are currently touring the United States this month, and who will be doing over the next few months.
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