STEVEN TYLER: Demon Is Still Screamin'
Steven Tyler returned to the stage Sunday night in Hollywood for his first public performance since rupturing his larynx in 2023. The occasion was his sixth annual Jam for Janie Grammy Awards Viewing Party at the Hollywood Palladium, and, appropriately enough, he did six songs:
·Extreme's "More Than Words" with Extreme guitarist Nuno Bettencourt and Mick Fleetwood
·"Toys in the Attic"
·"Dream On" with Lainey Wilson
·"Sweet Emotion" with Aerosmith bassist and the song's co-writer Tom Hamilton, plus Chris Robinson from The Black Crowes
·"Walk This Way" with Jessie J
·Led Zeppelin's "Heartbreaker"
Contrary to previous reports, Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry was not present due to a family matter, but he sent along a video greeting and guitar for the auction.. Proceeds benefit Janie’s Fund, which Tyler founded to aid young women and girls who have survived abuse; and this year it also raised money for the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and the Widows, Orphans, and Disabled Firefighter’s Fund. He says, “What the Los Angeles community has endured with these wildfires is unthinkable. Music has healing powers, and we hope to bring a moment of joy and levity to our first-responder firefighters and those most affected by the fires. The trauma experienced by the girls we work with is also unthinkable and we will continue to shed light and support the amazing work of Janie’s Fund.” If you'd like to donate, head to JaniesFund.org.
SPRINGSTEEN & McCARTNEY: Bring in Big Bucks
Items signed or donated by Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Bob Weir, Stevie Nicks and others helped raise over $700,000 for MusiCares Charity Relief Auction Sunday at Julien's in Santa Monica. The biggest seller was a hardcover edition of Paul McCartney's 2021 book, The Lyrics: 1965 to Present, which he will sign and personalize, and an Abbey Road Studios experience hosted by producer Giles Martin sold for $63,500, which was 15-times its original estimate of $2,000-$4,000. Other big-ticket items included:
·Stevie Nicks’ Saturday Night Live promotional shoot black top hat – $58,500 (nearly 60X its estimate of $1,000-$2,000)
·Bruce Springsteen donated and signed 2024 Fender American Vintage II 1951 Telecaster electric guitar in butterscotch blonde finish - $52,000 (more than 20X its estimate of $2,000-$4,000)
·Chris Martin’s colorful handwritten concert set list for Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour performance at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland last August $11,430 (14X its estimate of $800-$1,200)
·Martin acoustic guitar signed by Paul McCartney, Eagles, Snoop Dogg, Sheryl Crow, Brandi Carlisle and others who performed at last April's Jimmy Buffett tribute at the Hollywood Bowl - $39,000 (10X its estimate of $3,000-$5,000)
·Bob Weir’s D’Angelico Deluxe Bobby Weir 3 semi-hollow body electric guitar in Satin Trans Wine finish, a VOX AC15 hand wired amplifier and pedal board – $38,100 (exceeded its estimate of $10,000-$12,000 by nearly 4X)
"SNL" To Celebrate 50th Anniversary With Star Studded Concert Special
The B-52s are among the list of several artists who are helping "Saturday Night Live" celebrate its 50th anniversary. The show recently announced a star-studded concert special to celebrate 50 years of "SNL" musical and comedy performance."SNL50: The Homecoming Concert" will include performances from David Byrne, Lady Gaga, Bonnie Raitt, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Eddie Vedder, and more. Other acts will be announced at a later date. The one-night-only event will stream live on Peacock form Radio City Music Hall on February 18th at 8 p.m. Easter.
DAVID LEE ROTH: Road Warrior
David Lee Roth was in Thailand in mid-December for a group biking excursion through the country, and he's shared some of his experiences in a new 11-minute video. He says, "900 miles on an E-bike across northern Thailand, out into the rice paddies and up into the Golden Triangle, smokin' pot and listening to Tom Petty. The bulk of it shows him pedaling an electric bike in cities and the countryside, with a few still photos of him taking in the sites and showing some of the local delicacies. Adding to the video are songs by Creedence Clearwater Revival -- "Run Through the Jungle" and "Green River" -- and Kenny Loggins -- "I'm Alright". Up next for Roth is a return to the stage at the M3 festival in Columbia, Maryland on May 3rd, his first public show since 2020.
AC/DC Announce 2025 European Tour Dates
AC/DC announced a European concert tour for this summer as part of their Power Up trek, with dates in Czech Republic, Germany, Poland, Italy, and more. Tickets for most shows will be available starting this Friday Feb. 7. Prior to the European tour, AC/DC will tour North America for the first time in nearly a decade, with 13 stadium shows starting in April. The current lineup includes Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Stevie Young, Matt Laug, and Chris Chaney.
Mick Fleetwood Wants Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham to 'Pal Up'
Mick Fleetwood hopes that his Fleetwood Mac bandmates Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham can reconcile their differences. Despite their successful career together, Nicks and Buckingham have had a tumultuous relationship, with Nicks ultimately leaving the group in 1990. Fleetwood, who recently lost bandmate Christine McVie, is open to collaborating with other musicians but misses playing with Fleetwood Mac. Fleetwood has expressed his desire for Nicks and Buckingham to heal their relationship, Nicks has cited health concerns as a barrier to working with Buckingham again.
Jerry Cantrell Plays Alice In Chains Deep Cut for First Time Since 1993
Jerry Cantrell began his tour in Niagara Falls to promote his latest album I Want Blood, surprising fans with a performance of Alice In Chains' "Hate To Feel" from their 1992 album Dirt. At Fallsview Casino's OLG Stage, he played the song for the first time since 1993, along with other AIC classics like "Them Bones," "Down In A Hole," "Would?," and "Rooster."
Little Richard's "17 Grooviest Original Hits" Is Named Best Rock Album Of All Time
An album by Little Richards is being named the best rock album of all time. According to a list compiled by Undiscovermusic, Richard's "17 Grooviest Original Hits" received the title. Referring to the 1968 album, the outlet said "the deeper tracks here, like 'Boo-Hoo-Hoo-Hoo' and 'Send Me Some Lovin', bear out the gospel and blues roots that Richard channeled into rock'n'roll." Other albums that made it in the top five include Chuck Berry's "The Great Twenty-Eight, The Beatles "The Beatles (White Album," Nirvana's "Nevermind," and Jimmy Hendrix's "Electric Ladyland."
IN OTHER NEWS
Graham Nash, who turned 83 on Sunday, says, “Never would I have thought I’d be this…old! But you know what, I’m grateful to be here and beyond grateful to still be able to do what I love the most, which is to get out there and sing songs for people and hopefully make them smile. I know it keeps me going so thank you all for the love, enthusiasm and support you’ve given me for so long now.” To mark the occasion, he posted another of his walking around Manhattan videos on Instagram, this one with Simon & Garfunkel’s “The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy)" providing the soundtrack.
Ringo Starr has commented on The Beatles winning a Grammy Sunday for Best Rock Performance for "Now and Then," their last song with John Lennon. He says, “Wow, another Grammy. Well, done everybody. I send you peace and love. That’s right, the beat goes on. Thanks.” He and Paul McCartney weren't there to collect their eighth Grammy.
Bryan Adams will release “Roll With the Punches,” a new song and accompanying video this Friday.
Michael Anthony watched the Grammys Sunday night and shared his thoughts, saying, “Sure aren’t what they used to be … And congrats Beyoncé on Album of the Year [for her country album, Cowboy Carter]??”
Eric Clapton has added two more shows to his April residency at the Budokan in Tokyo, bringing the total to eight. Only two of the shows are sold out.
The Doobie Brothers have announced a six-date U.K. tour in July in support of their new album, Walk This Road, which will be released on June 6th.
Bob Dylan has added 16 dates to his spring tour, which starts March 25th in Tulsa, Oklahoma and wraps up April 22nd in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Tickets for the new dates go on sale Friday. And once again, he’ll be part of Willie Nelson’s Outlaw Music Festival tour this summer – May 13th in Phoenix through September 19th in East Troy, Wisconsin.