Check Out the Red Pens!

Red Pens' sound has been described as Forceful and larger-than-life, and while comparisons can be made to the likes of Yo La Tengo, Sonic Youth, and My Bloody Valentine, it's clear that the band has established a vibe all its own . Made up of guitarist and lead vocalist Howard W. Hamilton III, formerly of The Busy Signals, and artist-turned-drummer Laura Bennett, Red Pens Creates an intense wall of sound that you would not expect to come from just two members.

With Reasons ", a gripping collection of twelve tracks full of heavy, distorted guitar work and powerful vocals Accompanied by propulsive drumming, Hamilton and Bennett showcase their exceptional creativity and prove that they possess raw talent and extreme passion.

Enthusiasm this band's intensity and also come through in their captivating live show, which is known for being unpredictable and full of contagious energy. Already having gained the attention of many local audiences, Red Pens will be bringing their exciting live performance to more listeners with their upcoming string of shows from Minneapolis.Read More Story,http://www.hotindienews.com/2010/02/08/1018554

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LIVING COLOUR Drummer To Guest On TARJA TURUNEN's New Solo Album - Feb. 8, 2010

Living Color bassist Doug Wimbish is a member of Tarja's touring band and will also appear is her forthcoming CD.

Turunen previously stated about "What Lies Beneath," "The process for my second album started back in June 2008. Among the first songs that my friends and I composed at that time, a character called Naiad was born. The story of fantasy gave Naiad for me the idea for the album title and for the whole album concept: "What Lies Beneath".

"It has been wonderful to Be Able Thurs brainstorm again and decide the direction the album is going to take. I hope that you will be surprised again by my work," Because that's the way I like it. "

Turunen will perform a special "Classic and Divine" rock opera show with a symphonic orchestra and choir is June 12, 2010 at the Miskolc International Opera Festival at at the Miskolc Ice Hall in Miskolc, Hungary. Tarja's two-hour set will include a selection of the best-loved songs from her "My Winter Storm" solo album, Classical gems, unpredictable rock covers, tracks from her career with Nightwish, and songs from her upcoming album, "What Lies Beneath ". She Will Be Accompanied by her own band, a symphonic orchestra and a choir,Read More Story,http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=134703 

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Who Drummer Zak Starkey: Who Is He?

The GIG is a fitting one, considering that Moon was Starkey's Godfather and one of dad's best pals Ringo before the Who drummer's death in 1978. In fact, Starkey, Ringo's son from his first wife, Maureen Cox, received his first drum kit and lessons as a child from Moon, despite Ringo's desire that his son not follow in his rock-and-roll Footsteps.

Starkey began performing professional gigs in British pubs at age 12 with his band the Next and hooked up in 1985 Reunited with the Spencer Davis Group, lead by Steve Winwood, when he was still a teenager. In addition to touring with his dad's All Starr Band, Starkey performed with Daltrey in 1994 is the singer's Daltrey Sings Townshend tour, as well as performing is Entwistle's solo albums.Read More Story,http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1631463/20100208/who.jhtml

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