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Monday, December 5, 2011

News Update for Monday December 5th, 2011

Hi folks, ah, the best laid plans and all that good stuff ...
What can I say, another busy weekend and sadly I don't see it getting much easier between now and Christmas ...
I had planned to try and get to THOSE interviews, long overdue for posting ... - Boy, I wish I had an assistant! - and of course, so many reviews I'm so far behind on ...
Last week, the day was a whole bunch of late nights at the office, so very little time for the site, which you probably guessed as much, from what little I had posted. This weekend, I owed it to my family to give some time their way, after coming home most nights last week from work and the kids were already sleeping. Not cool ...

So anyway, here's another week we're into, in December and it's less than three weeks until Christmas Day, unreal ...
You know what, the site is coming up on it's second anniversary since kicking this thing off in 2009 and it's almost at 100,000 hits / views ...!
Thank you all for coming back and for spreading the word, those that do ... Cheers!
I do appreciate it, even if numbers are down lately but no doubt that's due to Thanksgiving here and Christmas fast approaching too.
I hope you'll all be here checking out 'Chambers of Rock' in 2012 too!
Have a great week folks, on with the news, here you go ..., sorry there's not more?! Cheers, Al



Marco Mendoza Band Brings The Show To Europe

As mentioned here previously, bassist Marco Mendoza (Thin Lizzy / Whitesnake / Blue Murder / Ted Nugent / Soul Sirkus), is soon to hit Europe for some solo gigs of his own.
Marco will be touring of course to help plug his latest solo album, 'Casa Mendoza' but with the band he's got in support, it's quite likely you'll hear material from his 'Live For Tomorrow' album too if you catch him.
 
Marco Mendoza, bass wizard for Thin Lizzy, is bringing his style of rock and roll to Europe for a short pre-Christmas run.
Playing in his band are Soren Andersen (Glenn Hughes), Allan Tschicaja (Pretty Maids) and Anders Bo (Medina). Come and check out this great opportunity to see these master musicians play up close and personal. For more info, check out marcomendoza.com

Live dates as follows:

DEC. 7 BETA, KOBENHAVN , DENMARK 10:00 PM
DEC 9 BAD BULL, CUPRA MARITIMA - ITALY 10:00 PM  
DEC 10 GAMBRINUS PUB, CASERTA, ITALY 10:00 PM
DEC 11 ABBEY ROAD, FORMELO – ROMA 10:00 PM
DEC 14 T B C, FLORENCE, ITALY
 

DEC 15 I'LL PEOCIO, TROFARELLO, TORINO 10:00 PM
DEC 16 JAZZ ON LIVE, BRESCIA , ITALY 10:00PM
DEC 17 ASSOCIAZIONE AMA, ANCONA , ITALY 10:00 PM
DEC 18 CLINIC – ROMA, MUSIC VILLAGE INSTITUTE 2:00 PM
DEC 20 LOCAL, VIENNA, AUSTRIA 10:30 PM
DEC 21 LIVE PROVERAUM, ZULPICH , GERMANY 10:00 PM
DEC 22 INVERNESS CLUB, MARENO DI PIAVE , ITALY 10:30 PM
DEC 23 MAMYA . RISTOPUB, ROMA , ITALY 10:00 PM

For more information on Marco's activities, including more Thin Lizzy headline dates, go to:
http://www.marcomendoza.com
http://thinlizzyband.com



What about a Runaways reunion then?

House of Hair recently learned through an interview posted in the Naperville Sun that there could just be, a form of reunion on the cards for Seventies all girl rockers, The Runaways!
This story posted over at their site:



A Runaways reunion? Metal queen Lita Ford (pictured, back row far left) would be up for it!
Lita recently spoke with the Naperville Sun about her former band, which called it quits in ’79 (drummer Sandy West (RIP) died in ‘06).

When asked if there would be a Runaways reunion, she said, “I would love it. I can't answer that question, but I would love it.” Lita added, “We were ahead of our time. We inspired so many different artists, and not just girls.”
Lita also talked about her upcoming album, which was written during her bitter divorce from husband Jim Gillette. “The songs are great,” she said, “I'm so happy with them. It's some of the best stuff I’ve ever written. That's what good songs are made of, real-life stories.” While the songs came from a sad place, Lita feels they’re relatable. “A lot of people will be able to relate in many different ways. If you lose a job or a boyfriend or a loved one, of if you're just having a bad day. There are songs about hurtful things, and songs about how to overcome those hurtful things. Musically, everything is just as rocking….it's a very inspiring album for a lot of people. I'm looking forward to people hearing it. It's an empowering album and it really comes from the heart.”
Lita hopes to have the new album out in spring 2012.

Weblinks:
http://www.myspace.com/jackiefuchs - Real name, Fox was a stage name.



ALICE COOPER’S CHRISTMAS PUDDING
11th YEAR RUNNING
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17TH
COMERICA THEATRE


GET YOUR TICKETS ONLINE AT TICKETMASTER:






ALICE NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT!

It’s hard to believe the 11th Christmas Pudding running is just a few weeks away! If you are still searching for that perfect holiday gift then this is your ticket!
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT to help children and teens in need! If you already have a ticket, please buy one for your family and friends! Proceeds benefit Solid Rock and Alice’s new teen center – The Rock at 32ndStreet opening Spring 2012.



If you would like to buy a block of seats to donate to underprivileged kids to attend, contact Lori at the Solid Rock offices at 602-522-9200.






Orianthi. Rob Halford of Judas Priest. Brian "Head Welch" of Korn. The Tubes. Bruce Kulick of KISS. John Corabi of Motley Crue. Kip Winger of Winger.
This SUPERBAND will be performing with Alice Cooper at this year's show!






This is the season of giving so show your holiday spirit and help Alice and Solid Rock sell this out for the kids!

Alice Cooper official site:



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