We thought this might happen, and thank god it did: Radiohead has
denied those pesky Starbucks
rumors. A statement on the band's website states that they are working on a new album and will not even consider how to release their new music until the album is finished. Those thirsting for a Creep Cappuccino will just have to look elsewhere.
Live Nation currently owns The Fillmore, and its expanding the concert-venue franchise with new locations in New York, Philadelphia, and Detroit. New York has played
host to The Fillmore in the past, and the new location will exist in what was previously known as Irving Plaza. Renovations include dark, sophisticated red paint, chandeliers, vintage Fillmore posters, plasma screens, and a new VIP lounge. Live Nation CEO Bruce Eskowitz is most excited about the continuation of the venue's "apple tradition." Back when Bill Graham used to own the Fillmore franchise, a large tub of free apples would be located near the entrance. Were wondering if size matters in this case; will the Fillmore apples in New York City be big apples?
Get it? Get it? Sigh
Al Gores
Live Earth concert project, which onsists of seven simultaneous concerts occuring this summer on seven continents, is clipping along at a steady rate. Fox News has reported that Metallica will join the lineup, which already includes heavyweights like the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, and the Who. Metallica will be playing Wembley Stadium for the event's London show, where the Stones are set to headline. Other groups at that location include Madonna, Bloc Party, and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
But hark! Theres been some trouble with Live Earths D.C. show, as reported by
RollingStone.com. Gores original plan was to host the concert on the Districts National Mall, but Senator James Inhofe is making things tough. First, there werent going to be enough porta-potties. Now, Gore is supposedly trying to turn this concert into a partisan event. Oh, you pesky little Inhofe... While the suits battle it out in Washington, Live Earth promoters have elected to seek an alternate site for the D.C. show.
