Tag Archives: ’80s

Killinger brings a new energy to a classic sound

September 9, 2011 | princep | 0

Killinger offer a modern spin on the popular genre of ‘80s melodic metal, and it shows all the way through their recently released, self-titled debut album. ►

Motley Crue launches wild tour of fan-picked songs

June 20, 2011 | princep | 0

With a combination of hit songs (all fan-picked), and visual effects like a 360” drum coaster, the ’80s rock band tours on. ►

Simple Minds’ frontman Jim Kerr to put out first solo effort

June 17, 2011 | princep | 0

Jim Kerr, founder and front-man of Simple Minds, is set to release his first solo album, “Lostboy! AKA Jim Kerr,” on July 19th via Rocket Science Ventures. ►

Tommy Tutone dialing in again with new release

April 6, 2011 | princep | 0

It’s the ’80s all over again! Tommy Tutone to release “A long Time Ago” on May 31 via SPV’s Yellow Label. ►

‘Vision’ is worthwhile for Michael Jackson collection

February 10, 2011 | princep | 0

If you’re looking for the best way to acquire all of Jackson’s solo videos in one place, “Michael Jackson’s Vision” is the set for you. ►

Thomas Dolby’s return to music in 2011

February 9, 2011 | princep | 1

Thomas Dolby will break his 20-year silence this year with a new studio album, “A Map of the Floating City.” First he releases “Oceanea,” a three-track EP. ►

Rock Hall welcomes Joy Division co-founder Peter Hook

November 24, 2010 | princep | 1

Rock Hall of Fame and Museum welcomes Joy Division and New Order co-founder Peter Hook for a special Legends Series program ►

Capitol/EMI new 2CD boxed set, ‘Nothin’ But a Good Time: The Poison Collection’ out November 9

October 4, 2010 | Carol Anne Szel | 0

Poison’s biggest hits and classic concert performances have been gathered for a new 2CD boxed collection to be released November 9 by Capitol/EMI. ►

Dead Can Dance to release first of two box sets

September 10, 2010 | princep | 1

The Vinyl 180 label announced the release of the first of two Dead Can Dance box sets on November 2, this one being titled “DCD 1.” ►

Experience Dirty Dancing demos

September 8, 2010 | Carol Anne Szel | 0

Check out the release of “Dirty Dancing: The Original Demos,” marking the 23rd anniversary of the movie’s release and the one year anniversary of the passing of iconic actor Patrick Swayze. ►