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Classic Rock Briefs For November 13, 2008

Springsteen Plans To Debut New Song During ‘Sunday Night Football’

“The Boss” seems to have a pretty good relationship with the National Football League. Perhaps he is a big football fan, or perhaps the NFL big boys are major Springsteen fans – perhaps it’s mutual. Whatever the case, Springsteen – in addition to playing at the upcoming Super Bowl – plans to perform his latest new song during the NBC’s Sunday Night Football program on November 16.

“Workin’ on A Dream” was played only once by Springsteen at a Barack Obama rally not too long ago, so I suppose we can consider this upcoming performance the national debut of the new track. Full Story.

Ozzy Seeks Foul-Mouthed Seven-year-old

I suppose a measure of pity might be in order for the parents of the kid who acts enough like Ozzy Osbourne to portray the aging rocker in a new television program.

The show’s makers are reported to be seeking a foul-mouthed seven-year-old to play Ozzy during his formative years, when he is presumed to have spent considerable time honing his cussing skills.

In addition to the ability to curse convincingly, the right candidate will also be required to speak with a Birmingham (U.K.) accent and have dark hair. Full Story.

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Tags: Ozzy Osbourne, Springsteen, Sunday Night Football, TV Show, Workin on A Dream

Classic Rock Briefs For November 3, 2008

Ozzy To Lead Black Sabbath Reunion Tour?

Hey, everyone else seems to be doing it these days, so why not Black Sabbath? I am, of course, talking about reunion tours. There are rumors that Ozzy Osbourne and wife Sharon have been talking about Ozzy joining up with the group for a tour, which could even involve some new material. Full Story.

Ozzy Osbourne And Led Zeppelin In Line For Classic Rock Awards

Speaking of Ozzy, he’s also in the news due to his upcoming Living Legend award that is set to be awarded to him at the Classic Rock And Roll Honor Awards in London. Led Zeppelin has been nominated  in three categories which include Best Band, Best  DVD and Event of the Year for their O2 reunion show in London last December.  Full Story.

Free High Definition Album Featuring 15 Renowned Guitarists Available As A Free Download

HDTracks.com and Gibson have partnered to offer up a free high definition album that can be downloaded from the internet in three high definition formats. Among the featured guitarists on the album are Johnny A., Johnny Winter, Neal Schon, Eric Johnson, Tinsley Ellis, Billy Burnette, Arlen Roth with Sonny Landreth and Muddy Water’s son Big Bill Morganfield. Also featured is a new instrumental track by Velvet Revolver guitarist and Gibson signature artist Slash. Full Story.

Ron Wood Offers Wife Generous Divorce Settlement

Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood walked out on his wife some months back to take up with a 20-year old Russian woman, and although wife Jo’s heart may be broken, at least she will not have to worry much about her financial future. It is being reported that Wood is offering his wife a $4.9 million per year deal. Wood is said to be in favor of settling out of court, and wants to be sure that his ex-wife receives what she deserves. Full Story.

Tags: Awards, Black Sabbath, Divorce, Free Download, Led Zeppelin, Ozzy Osbourne, reunion, Ron Wood, Settlement

Classic Rock Briefs For Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Ozzy Says Bats Taste Like McDonald’s Food

Those of us who ever watched the The Osbournes when it was on MTV a while back will know that strange things come out of Ozzy’s mouth from time to time. This time he may have outdone himself.

Speaking of the infamous incident that took place at one of his concerts back in 1982, where he bit the head off of a live bat, Ozzy says, “It tasted all crunchy and warm… like a Ronald McDonald’s." I’m sure McDonald’s will be pleased to  hear about that comparison. Full Story.

Jack White Says There Is No Zeppelin Without Plant

White Stripes lead singer, Jack White, who is apparently another one whose name has taken a turn or two on the Led Zeppelin rumor mill, denies that he was being considered as a replacement for Robert Plant on a Zeppelin tour.

White’s name, along with Alter Bridge’s Myles Kennedy have come up since we started hearing rumors that the rest of the Led Zeppelin team are ready to go on tour with or without a reluctant Robert Plant.

White says, “I do not believe you can have a band called Led Zeppelin, singing Zeppelin songs, without Plant.” Full Story.

Rolling Stones Ron Wood Sticking With New Girlfriend

Having been seen recently with his new 20-year-old girlfriend, walking a dog in the vicinity of a London Park, it appears that the 61-year-old guitarist had decided to keep the newer model partner and leave his wife of 23 years. He has reportedly been meeting with divorce lawyers of late.

According to witnesses, Wood “looked more careworn than carefree.” Perhaps that’s because he’s preoccupied with the potential amount of a sizable divorce settlement that may be in his future. Generally speaking, wives don’t care much for husbands leaving them for younger women. Full Story.

Famous Pink Floyd “The Wall” Guitar Up For Auction

Although it’s just a plain-old Fender Stratocaster at heart, the one in question has some impressive history in its background. Designed by UK artist Gerald Scarfe, who worked closely with the band on the album and film of The Wall, the guitar is up for auction, with the proceeds benefitting the a homelessness charity called Crisis.

The guitar’s scratch guard was signed  by all four members of the band only weeks before Richard Wright’s recent passing, and will be accompanied by a Scarfe On The Wall Limited Edition Box Set. Full Story.

Tags: Auction, Bat, guitar, Jack White, Led Zeppelin, Ozzy Osbourne, Pink Floyd, Pink Floyd's The Wall Stratocaster up for auction, Robert Plant, Rolling Stones, Ron Wood, The Wall