Signing autographs prior to heading over to the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame show, Dusty had a few things to say:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvnHxRTBQTU
August could be the (for real this time) release date. There are no more reasons for it to be delayed.
Stating the countdown now: 107 days until August 01
Showing posts with label New Album. Show all posts
Showing posts with label New Album. Show all posts
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Family Time / Crickets Chirping
Due to some temporary events in my personal life my available free time is pretty much zero. Accordingly it will be harder for me to update the blog with news and the occasional opinions and asides. To be sure I will try to post if I get the inside scoop regarding some exciting news or developments. I encourage readers to post comments if they hear or see anything as well.
Ultimately things should calm down in about six to eight weeks. Just in time for the tour!
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Little news over the past ten days. I haven't seen the Jeremiah Weed ad yet nor have I seen any recent interviews with the band. Nothing new regarding the "seeds and stems" trim down of the album tracks either. Man I'm getting tired of searching out for little bits of news. Let's just get this show started already. Please.
Ultimately things should calm down in about six to eight weeks. Just in time for the tour!
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Little news over the past ten days. I haven't seen the Jeremiah Weed ad yet nor have I seen any recent interviews with the band. Nothing new regarding the "seeds and stems" trim down of the album tracks either. Man I'm getting tired of searching out for little bits of news. Let's just get this show started already. Please.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Tour Announced; "25 Lighters"; Thoughts
As you have problem seen ZZ announced the first leg of the "Gang of Outlaws" tour that begins May 25 in New Hampshire. Apparently the official press release hints that a few songs from the new album will make it into the set list. They better not be talking about "Future Blues" (which is on the new album) - it has been played for years. I truly hope some new ones make an appearance - ZZ needs to aggressively promote the new record. No better way than to do it on the road.
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Does anyone know where to find the actual tour press release? I have only seen summaries in the press.
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"25 Lighters", new album track and upcoming promotional song for Jeremiah Weed, has yet to surface to my knowledge. I check the web every few days...Anybody seen or heard anything yet?
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I'm going to go out on a limb and saw that I'm 95% confident the new album will finally arrive this year. Billy has stuck his neck out too far in recent weeks. If the album didn't come out the band would suffer a big blow to their credibility, and the ensuing frustration could turn off fans on ever buying the record, for good this time.
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Does anyone know where to find the actual tour press release? I have only seen summaries in the press.
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"25 Lighters", new album track and upcoming promotional song for Jeremiah Weed, has yet to surface to my knowledge. I check the web every few days...Anybody seen or heard anything yet?
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I'm going to go out on a limb and saw that I'm 95% confident the new album will finally arrive this year. Billy has stuck his neck out too far in recent weeks. If the album didn't come out the band would suffer a big blow to their credibility, and the ensuing frustration could turn off fans on ever buying the record, for good this time.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Odds and Ends; Questions and Theories (...how many more years?)
Jeremiah Weed is about to debut a new marketing campaign for their whiskey product. The advertisements will feature a song from ZZ's new album, "25 Lighters". It is unknown at this time what different mediums will be involved: TV, internet, radio, etc. A link with more details is here:
http://www.billboard.com/column/sxsw/sxsw-2012-10-things-seen-and-heard-friday-1006495552.story
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ZZ is set to announce a 30 date US trek. They will be touring alongside Three Doors Down; it is still unknown if Gretchen Wilson will be in for the long haul. The tour actually has a formal name, but I can't remember right now. I believe it is the "Outlaws" tour.
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Billy has made several playing appearances since the Rodeo. Two or three dates in Austin as well as playing at Rachael Ray's annual bash that takes place during the South by Southwest Festival (SXSW).
Apparently Billy is good friends with Rachael and has been for years.
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Billy has been promoting his soon to debut line of barbecue sauce, as well as a new brand of beer. I would first check his personal website for info - hopefully the prices aren't outrageous. I'll likely give them a try.
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Much detailed discussion is coming up, to include:
1st Question: Why do ZZ always tour with new bands these last few years?
Theory: Because they do not want to play full 80 minute sets anymore, demand is down, and they need an attractive incentive for people to keep seeing them year after year.
2nd Question: Why is ZZ's album still being delayed?
Theory: Rick Rubin holds the tapes. ZZ doesn't have proper management. ZZ is not that interested about new music anymore. *If the album is not released by July, do not look for it to be released this year at all - they will not release a new album without a full year of tour dates to promote it.
3rd Question: How long will ZZ still play and tour?
Theory: I would say three years is a good guess. Billy will stay in the public eye for as long as his health will allow, but Dusty and Frank are likely thinking of the day when they can disappear and enjoy a slower pace of life.
4th Question: How many more albums will ZZ release?
Theory: One. It has already been recorded. See question 2 above.
http://www.billboard.com/column/sxsw/sxsw-2012-10-things-seen-and-heard-friday-1006495552.story
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ZZ is set to announce a 30 date US trek. They will be touring alongside Three Doors Down; it is still unknown if Gretchen Wilson will be in for the long haul. The tour actually has a formal name, but I can't remember right now. I believe it is the "Outlaws" tour.
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Billy has made several playing appearances since the Rodeo. Two or three dates in Austin as well as playing at Rachael Ray's annual bash that takes place during the South by Southwest Festival (SXSW).
Apparently Billy is good friends with Rachael and has been for years.
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Billy has been promoting his soon to debut line of barbecue sauce, as well as a new brand of beer. I would first check his personal website for info - hopefully the prices aren't outrageous. I'll likely give them a try.
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Much detailed discussion is coming up, to include:
1st Question: Why do ZZ always tour with new bands these last few years?
Theory: Because they do not want to play full 80 minute sets anymore, demand is down, and they need an attractive incentive for people to keep seeing them year after year.
2nd Question: Why is ZZ's album still being delayed?
Theory: Rick Rubin holds the tapes. ZZ doesn't have proper management. ZZ is not that interested about new music anymore. *If the album is not released by July, do not look for it to be released this year at all - they will not release a new album without a full year of tour dates to promote it.
3rd Question: How long will ZZ still play and tour?
Theory: I would say three years is a good guess. Billy will stay in the public eye for as long as his health will allow, but Dusty and Frank are likely thinking of the day when they can disappear and enjoy a slower pace of life.
4th Question: How many more albums will ZZ release?
Theory: One. It has already been recorded. See question 2 above.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
What The...This Blog Doesn't Have Any Answers!
As Korken pointed out a few European summer tour dates have been announced, along with a show at a ribs (the food) festival outside of Chicago. Very quiet otherwise.
The delays in any announcements regarding the new album could have something to do with Rick Rubin having a major disagreement with his employer. The article can be found here:
http://www.themusicvoid.com/2012/01/wheres-rick/
I can't imagine that the album isn't mixed and ready for release by now Just put the damn thing out. ZZ fans shouldn't have to wait on the hesitancy, reluctance or laziness of any parties involved in the process. Shouldn't it just be about the music? We are ready. We've been ready. Let's do this.
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The Rodeo show is three weeks from tomorrow. Basically no one has any idea what the show will be like or what the band will play. Will there be any news about a new album? Will more tour dates be announced? Will the group play new songs? Will Eddie Van Halen become the fourth member and play rhythm guitar? Your guess is as good as mine.
If anybody has any news, any kind of information, please share it. Thanks to all.
The delays in any announcements regarding the new album could have something to do with Rick Rubin having a major disagreement with his employer. The article can be found here:
http://www.themusicvoid.com/2012/01/wheres-rick/
I can't imagine that the album isn't mixed and ready for release by now Just put the damn thing out. ZZ fans shouldn't have to wait on the hesitancy, reluctance or laziness of any parties involved in the process. Shouldn't it just be about the music? We are ready. We've been ready. Let's do this.
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The Rodeo show is three weeks from tomorrow. Basically no one has any idea what the show will be like or what the band will play. Will there be any news about a new album? Will more tour dates be announced? Will the group play new songs? Will Eddie Van Halen become the fourth member and play rhythm guitar? Your guess is as good as mine.
If anybody has any news, any kind of information, please share it. Thanks to all.
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Hopes and Dreams
So Aerosmith, a band that has faced more turmoil and problems and issues and delays and stupidity than any band I can think of in recent memory has faced, toured Latin American and Japan in the fall and early winter of last year. And they kicked ass. Varying the set list from night to night, breaking out old gems that haven't been heard in ages, jamming, playing tight but loose - the group reminded people of the glory days.
So ZZ Top, without the interference of egos, drugs or health problems, should be able to kick ass too right? Right? RIGHT?
With a new album supposedly coming out (okay, I'm starting to get a little worried, nothing has been said in several months, this thing is supposed to be out in March or April, an announcement needs to be made soon, a new single, a promo, some interviews, something) in the spring and no doubt an endless touring schedule to follow, of which several dates have started to leak, this is the perfect time for the band to mix it up. Sure, the 2009-2011 set list was great (sarcasm), but you can't play the same songs for years at a time. You're insulting people. You're insulting their wallets. You're insulting yourselves.
New album, new music, new live show. It all goes together. Play new songs off the new album. Play old songs like Drivin' While Blind and Movin' On Down the Line. Don't jerk me around. You've got fans that have followed you for 40 years. Do it for them. Do it for Texas. Do it for Zig Zags. Do it for Noreen. Do it for Precious. Do it for Grace. Do it for Blayney. Do it for Linden. Do it for Greig. Do it for Ethridge. Do it for Mitchell. Do it right. Now.
So ZZ Top, without the interference of egos, drugs or health problems, should be able to kick ass too right? Right? RIGHT?
With a new album supposedly coming out (okay, I'm starting to get a little worried, nothing has been said in several months, this thing is supposed to be out in March or April, an announcement needs to be made soon, a new single, a promo, some interviews, something) in the spring and no doubt an endless touring schedule to follow, of which several dates have started to leak, this is the perfect time for the band to mix it up. Sure, the 2009-2011 set list was great (sarcasm), but you can't play the same songs for years at a time. You're insulting people. You're insulting their wallets. You're insulting yourselves.
New album, new music, new live show. It all goes together. Play new songs off the new album. Play old songs like Drivin' While Blind and Movin' On Down the Line. Don't jerk me around. You've got fans that have followed you for 40 years. Do it for them. Do it for Texas. Do it for Zig Zags. Do it for Noreen. Do it for Precious. Do it for Grace. Do it for Blayney. Do it for Linden. Do it for Greig. Do it for Ethridge. Do it for Mitchell. Do it right. Now.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Slow Going....
Well, not much is happening right now. I have heard nothing recently about the new album. Hopefully something will be announced soon - maybe a press release, an album title, a new single, a release date - anything would be exciting (and reassuring) to hear.
I am continuing to make plans for Houston. Not much has been said by the band regarding the event but it should prove to be a great time. As I said before, in my opinion this is THE ZZ show to attend if you are a fan of the tres hombres.
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In the meantime, here a few cool photos to look at:
I am continuing to make plans for Houston. Not much has been said by the band regarding the event but it should prove to be a great time. As I said before, in my opinion this is THE ZZ show to attend if you are a fan of the tres hombres.
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In the meantime, here a few cool photos to look at:
Monday, January 2, 2012
Happy New Year - Welcome to '12 / December Cruise
Happy New Year to all! I've got a few New Year's resolutions, we'll see if I can keep them. Hope everyone had a great and safe holiday celebration.
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Things to watch in the next few months are:
1) The status of whether or not ZZ will play the Houston Rodeo
2) If any official singles from the new album will be released
3) If promotional activity actually takes place (remember the lack of attention for Mescalero?)
4) When and where ZZ will play this year
It is very exciting indeed that it appears the new album will finally be released. Billy often regurgitates the line "a mix of Tres Hombres and Eliminator" but I'm not really looking for the new record to sound like any of the old ones. ZZ is so great because they have always treaded new ground, being willing to attempt different sounds and structures, rather than be a formula band. Their studio work is an amazing contrast to the staleness and mundane nature of their live performances. Mescalero, the newest thing we have, featured a great assortment and variety of different songs, which jelled together to make it one of the group's top five (in my opinion). Maybe the new album will push it to the number 6 spot - I'm confident I'm not the only one ready to find out.
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So has anyone heard anything about the group's cruise performances last month? I read one account where a person stated they did two shows, which were great; one show however had to be cut short due to a power failure. If anyone has any information on where photos, details, set lists or audio/video of the concerts can be found please let us know. Thanks!
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Things to watch in the next few months are:
1) The status of whether or not ZZ will play the Houston Rodeo
2) If any official singles from the new album will be released
3) If promotional activity actually takes place (remember the lack of attention for Mescalero?)
4) When and where ZZ will play this year
It is very exciting indeed that it appears the new album will finally be released. Billy often regurgitates the line "a mix of Tres Hombres and Eliminator" but I'm not really looking for the new record to sound like any of the old ones. ZZ is so great because they have always treaded new ground, being willing to attempt different sounds and structures, rather than be a formula band. Their studio work is an amazing contrast to the staleness and mundane nature of their live performances. Mescalero, the newest thing we have, featured a great assortment and variety of different songs, which jelled together to make it one of the group's top five (in my opinion). Maybe the new album will push it to the number 6 spot - I'm confident I'm not the only one ready to find out.
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So has anyone heard anything about the group's cruise performances last month? I read one account where a person stated they did two shows, which were great; one show however had to be cut short due to a power failure. If anyone has any information on where photos, details, set lists or audio/video of the concerts can be found please let us know. Thanks!
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