Elvis Aaron Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977)

August 16, 1977: Elvis Presley found dead in the bathroom of Graceland age 42

Elvis starred in 33 successful films, made history with his television appearances and specials, and knew great acclaim through his many, often record-breaking, live concert performances on tour and in Las Vegas. Globally, he has sold over one billion records, more than any other artist. His American sales have earned him gold, platinum or multi-platinum awards. Among his many awards and accolades were 14 Grammy nominations (3 wins) from the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award which he received at age 36, and his being named One of the Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation for 1970 by the United States Jaycees. Without any of the special privileges, his celebrity status might have afforded him, he honorably served his country in the U.S. Army.

His talent, good looks, sensuality, charisma, and good humor endeared him to millions, as did the humility and human kindness he demonstrated throughout his life. Known the world over by his first name, he is regarded as one of the most important figures of twentieth century popular culture. Elvis died at his Memphis home, Graceland, on August 16, 1977.

This year also marks the 55th anniversary of the release of the first two Elvis albums. In just that first year, 1956, Elvis sold 10 million singles and 800,000 LPs.

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20 Years today since Metallica ("The Black Album") was released

Metallica (also known as "The Black Album") is the eponymous fifth studio album by the American heavy metal band Metallica. It was released on August 13, 1991 through Elektra Records. Metallica produced five hit singles that are considered today among the band's best-known songs: "Enter Sandman", "The Unforgiven", "Nothing Else Matters", "Wherever I May Roam", and "Sad but True".

It spent four consecutive weeks at number one on Billboard 200. Metallica is the band's best-selling album to date, with over 15 million copies sold in the United States. It is the best-selling album of the SoundScan era. The album was certified 15x platinum (diamond) by the RIAA on November 13, 2009.

Metallica was a departure from the thrash metal style of Metallica's previous four albums and saw the band moving towards a more commercial heavy metal sound. Many fans consider the album the initial turning point in their music, where "old" and "new" Metallica are distinguished from one another.



What do you think is it still as good as it was 20 years ago, or has it past its used by date?

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Bob Dylan, Jack White and Norah Jones Record Unheard Hank Williams Songs

Rolling Stone - The Lost Notebooks of Hank Williams, a new collection of previously unheard songs by the country great recorded by artists such as Bob Dylan, Jack White, Norah Jones and Levon Helm, will be released on October 4th. The set, which will be issued on Dylan's imprint Egyptian Records, was originally conceived by veteran A&R executive Mary Martin as a Dylan-centric project, but eventually evolved into a multi-artist tribute to the late singer-songwriter.

The songs featured in the set were rescued from notebooks left behind in a leather briefcase by Williams after he died in 1953 at the age of 29. The notes contained lyrics and song ideas that were finished by the 13 artists who contributed to the disc. The full story of Williams' notebooks will be told in the album's liner notes, which were penned by Michael McCall of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

Who is Hank Williams???? Have you played Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas?




The full tracklisting for The Lost Notebooks of Hank Williams is as follows:

Alan Jackson "You've Been Lonesome, Too"
Bob Dylan "The Love That Faded"
Norah Jones "How Many Times Have You Broken My Heart?"
Jack White "You Know That I Know"
Lucinda Williams "I'm So Happy I Found You"
Vince Gill and Rodney Crowell "I Hope You Shed a Million Tears"
Patty Loveless "You're Through Fooling Me"
Levon Helm "You'll Never Again Be Mine"
Holly Williams "Blue Is My Heart"
Jakob Dylan "Oh, Mama, Come Home"
Sheryl Crow "Angel Mine"
Merle Haggard "The Sermon on the Mount"

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Ke$ha disgusts Alice Cooper with her lyrics

Yahoo! has reported that Ke$ha's lyrics for her new Alice Cooper duet were so "disgusting", the shock rocker found himself having to "rein her in".

The veteran star has struck up an unlikely friendship with Tik Tok singer Ke$ha over the past year and the pals have even made surprise appearances at each other's concerts, teaming up for a rendition of Cooper classic School's Out.

Now the rock wildman has recruited Ke$ha, who affectionately calls Cooper "dad", to appear on his new album Welcome 2 My Nightmare and he insists fans will be surprised by how crazy the pop star can be.

"I like people that don't belong and yet what they're doing works perfectly. I don't care where it comes from, as long as it's right. If you tell me something doesn't work, I'll work my head off until it does then shove it down your throat.
"I think a lot of my audience is going to go 'KE$HA!?', but she probably wrote the most disgusting lyrics in the song - we had to rein her in. I like people to know that just because artists are put in a pigeon hole, that doesn't mean that's what they are. Give people a little room."




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Mother monsters millinery mission

Lady Gaga clearly has an appreciation for high fashion, and now the pop star is putting that passion into her new job as an intern for designer Philip Treacy, the man behind Princess Beatrice’s famous fascinator and Carrie Bradshaw’s feathered wedding piece.

"She plans to [intern]. She's already visited me". Treacy explained. "This is what happened: one Monday morning, four burly bodyguards arrived – Lady Gaga's security team – to check out the security of the building. I looked at them as if to say: what?! Who is going to take a pot shot at Lady Gaga? Anyway, she is young, talented and peculiar – which I like."

Personally, I think this is awesome. Gaga loves hats and what better way to fuel your passion by studying under one of the best!!. I wonder what her first line of head wear will look like?

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Rebecca Black has a moment - What do you think?

After making a name for herself thanks to her viral "Friday" video, Rebecca Black has returned with a followup offering titled "My Moment".

Compiling highlights from her post-"Friday" doings, Rebecca Black's "My Moment" video includes footage from her last day of junior high, her attendance at movie premieres, and her gig hosting MTV’s Online Music Awards.

What do you think has she had her moment or is this just the beginning?

Rebecca Black - My Moment


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Luger Boa at Butlers Reef

Jimmy Christmas likes New Plymouth so much his band planned their latest tour around it.

"We played at Butlers Reef at New Year and it was pretty amazing. There was a great crowd, so we wanted to make sure we came back for a Saturday night gig," Christmas says.

The frontman of rock band Luger Boa says the group love performing live.

They hit the road with opening band Black River Drive and will perform in Taranaki on July 30.

"We have a responsibility to go out on the road and give something special. We're not a band that just plays their record. We want it to be more exciting, overwhelming - a sensory experience."

Since their last album release more than two years ago, they have opened for Kings of Leon, cranked up their airplay on radio and toured the country.

How successful have they been then?

"Depends how you define success. It's a great achievement to make a second album. And to have a band that's tight and together - personalities are always a consideration and we've cracked that. Plus we've got an exciting live act."

He says this could be the band's last national tour, as they try and crack the international market.

Think Australia, Europe, Japan and the United States.

The key is knowing what you're trying to achieve, he says.


One song he tips to be of good value is the new single The Same Things, which has been a crowd favourite already.

"You know it's good when they've only heard it once before and it has the power to move an audience."

While he hopes the Taranaki crowds will be receptive, he's also hanging out to hit the surf here, which he's never experienced.

"I've got a new warm wetsuit, I might have to give it a crack. So if there's anybody out there who wants to take me for a wave or point me in the right direction let me know."

Luger Boa and Black River Drive play Butlers Reef, Saturday July 30 at 8pm. Pre-sale tickets $20, door sales $25.



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Nintendo Entertainment System released today

It's almost been 20 years since the NES was released, so to celebrate I found some remakes in their 8 bit glory!!!

Following a series of arcade game successes in the early 1980s, Nintendo made plans to produce a cartridge-based console. Masayuki Uemura designed the system, which was released in Japan on July 15, 1983 for ¥14,800.

















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Lady Gaga's next award ceremony carriage?

The Flaming Lips' frontman Wayne Coyne like to connect with his audience by surfing the crowd in a giant human hamster ball! I can just see Lady Gaga turning up to an award ceremony in one of these, and the orginsers scratching their head on how to seat her :)



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Collectively blow your mind

For your 21st as a group do something mind-blowing before the party - bungy jump, sky dive...

It will be something you all remember for a life time (unless you go to Vegas and take some roofies)

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