On December 5, Rage Against The Machine’s Tom Morello played a special tribute show for the late Wayne Kramer (MC5) at The Roxy in West Hollywood, CA. The concert found the guitarist joined by a number of guests including Chuck D (Public Enemy), RZA (Wu-Tang Clan), Steven Van Zandt (Bruce Springsteen‘s E Street Band), Ben…
MC5 will be releasing a new album, titled “Heavy Lifting,” on October 18. The effort features guitar and vocals from the late Wayne Kramer, who co-wrote most of the tracks with Brad Brooks, and drums from the late Dennis “Machine Gun” Thompson. It also features contributions from Slash (Guns N’ Roses), Tom Morello (Rage Against…
MC5 guitarist Wayne Kramer has sadly passed away at the age of 75. The following statement was issued: “Wayne Kramer passed away today peacefully from pancreatic cancer. He will be remembered for starting a revolution in music, culture, and kindness. If you would like to honor Wayne, donations are appreciated to his nonprofit organization, Jail…
Joecephus And The George Jonestown Massacre will be releasing a new MC5 tribute album, titled “Call Me Animal: A Tribute To The MC5,” on November 1. The guest-filled record can be pre-ordered through Bandcamp. “Call Me Animal: A Tribute To The MC5” Track Listing: 01. “Ramblin’ Rose” (feat. Cherie Currie, Mike Watt, and J Mascis)…
The Miraculous Love Kids / Girl With A Guitar have released a cover of Eurythmics‘ “Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This).“ The track features various guests including: Tom Morello (Rage Agianst The Machine), Rami Jaffee (Foo Fighters), Kathy Valentine (The Go-Go’s), Cheri Currie (The Runaways), Vicki Peterson (The Bangles), Wayne Kramer (MC5), Kris Myers (Umphrey’s…
More artists have been added to the second annual “Above Ground” benefit concert. The event will take place at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood on September 16 and the updated lineup includes: Dave Navarro (Jane’s Addiction), Billy Idol, Billy Morrison (Billy Idol), Steve Stevens (Billy Idol), Jack Black (Tenacious D), Al Jourgensen (Ministry), Gavin Rossdale…
Dave Navarro (Jane’s Addiction) and Billy Morrison (Billy Idol) have revealed the artists that will be joining them at the second annual “Above Ground” benefit concert. The event will take place at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood on September 16 and the duo will be performing with actor Joe Manganiello, Billy Idol, Perry Farrell (Jane’s…
MC5‘s Wayne Kramer previously announced that he would be performing the MC5‘s debut album “Kick Out The Jams” in full on a 50th anniversary tour. Now, he has officially announced the dates for the trek. The lineup for the tour will include Kramer along with Kim Thayil (Soundgarden), Doug Pinnick (King’s X, KXM), Brendan Canty…
MC5‘s Wayne Kramer has announced that he will be heading out on tour to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the MC5‘s debut album “Kick Out The Jams.” He will be performing the effort in full along with other fan favorites every night. The lineup for the trek will include Kramer along with Kim Thayil (Soundgarden),…
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