I was going to review LEGO Rock Band but if you don’t know what a Rock Band game is like by now then I can’t help you — and I know we all hate lists, but this is a strong one on reasons why you should buy LEGO Rock Band.
Activision recently sent in an application to patent an electronic toy with a drum kit accessory. With the recent success of Guitar Hero 5 and Band Hero, why not try to cash in again?Activision recently sent in an application to patent an electronic toy with a drum kit... more
Today we've got two guys in awesome iPhone costumes just in time for Halloween, a promo for a cool upcoming documentary titled "One American Dream?," a short film and music video from 50 Cent with "Crime Wave," a "Guitar Hero" like situation with soccer players (or football players for those across the pond), and an awesome "Pulp Fiction" audio remix. Enjoy!
To watch other Top 5 Virals, check out http://current.com/current-virals/ for more fun!Today we've got two guys in awesome iPhone costumes just in time for Halloween, a... more
The Guitar Hero® music library continues to evolve and expand as November brings a great collection of new and classic tracks from some of rock’s best-loved artists. Fans can download tracks from artists including Lenny Kravitz and KISS and – for the first time – they can import tracks directly from Guitar Hero 5® and Band Hero™ into their Guitar Hero music library.The Guitar Hero® music library continues to evolve and expand as November brings a... more
This week is looking rather empty as far as confirmed content is concerned, but we’re brimming with rumored content. The highlight of the week is LocoRoco Midnight Carnival the first PSP game available that can be played with the PSPgo in it’s closed position. Other than that Inferno Pool finally makes it stateside, and Zombie Apocalypse finally makes its way to Europe. We’re expecting another Ratchet and Clank Future: A Crack in Time demo, although nothing has been confirmed. This second demo takes you through a mission with Ratchet, whereas the last demo was focused on Clank’s new time-manipulation gameplay. Other than that, expect your normal barrage of Rock Band DLC.This week is looking rather empty as far as confirmed content is concerned, but... more
Bored with regular Guitar Hero and can't wait for DJ Hero? Well those of you that like football might be interested in this:
"Think of Football Hero as a real-life Guitar Hero game that uses soccer balls. Basically ,it "consists of soccer players kicking balls into a gigantic, vibration-sensitive screen to play Frets on Fire, a freeware adaptation of Guitar Hero's core gameplay.""Bored with regular Guitar Hero and can't wait for DJ Hero? Well those of you that like... more
www.DJHero.com TV ad features Justice "Genesis" vs. Public Enemy ft. Zakk Wylde "Bring The Noise 20XX" Produced and mixed by DJ Z-Trip. DJ Hero Arrives 10.27 in North America, 10.30 in Europe. Try it now at your local Best Buy. Find a location near you: www.DJHero.com/playitnowwww.DJHero.com TV ad features Justice "Genesis" vs. Public Enemy ft. Zakk Wylde "Bring... more
And you thought $300 fake guitars were too much? They ain't got nothing -- nothing -- on this. Altec Lansing, the outfit famous for making those tinny speakers slammed into your laptop, has just popped out what could very well be the most hilarious non-KIRF product of the year. The Stage-Gig is modeled after a traditional wedge monitor, complete with the perforated grille, white spray-paint logo and carry handle (for "authentic roadie portability"). Within, you'll find a 6.5-inch driver and a 40-watt amplifier, and the idea here is to plug your console's audio directly in, enabling the Rock Band / Guitar Hero axe-slinger in your life to feel as if they're "playing in a live concert." It'll land next month for $99.95, and despite the fact that we can't stifle our chuckling, we want one in the worst way. And so do you, Dr. Love.And you thought $300 fake guitars were too much? They ain't got nothing -- nothing --... more
The newest episode of The Bender here for you to take on your daily walk, morning drive, or even as background noise as you play your games. Intern Perry is out covering VGXPO stuff, so Mike and James fight over the good and bad of Arkham Asylum, and the new Intern Richard joins in as we hate on IGN and Activision for many reasons. We got all the other news of the week covered, so listen and enjoy.
This week on infoMania Conor looks at how TV salary is inversely related to IQ and at the scary new age of Public Service Announcements, Ben examines the true value of Twitter, Sergio counts down the top music videos on iTunes, and Sarah offers guys a lesson on scoring hot chicks.
infoMania is a half-hour satirical news show that airs on Current TV. The show puts a comedic spin on the 24-hour chaos and information overload brought about by the constant bombardment of the media. Hosted by Conor Knighton and co-starring Brett Erlich, Sarah Haskins, Ben Hoffman, Bryan Safi and Sergio Cilli, the show airs on Thursdays at 10 pm Eastern and Pacific Times and can be found online at http://current.com/infomania/ or on Current TV. And make sure to check out our facebook profile for special features at http://infomaniafacebook.com.This week on infoMania Conor looks at how TV salary is inversely related to IQ and at... more
Activision have announced a whole bunch of cool Guitar Hero stuff for October. New tracks from GWAR, the Misfits, Marilyn Manson, Queens of the Stone Age...Activision have announced a whole bunch of cool Guitar Hero stuff for October. New... more
When last we heard about Natal, and the possibility of air guitaring Guitar Hero, a Neversoft producer said they were 'interested.' If they're not, RedOctane is. Their president just upgraded the Natal/Guitar Hero connection to "likely."
The Frustrated Rockstars discuss Walmart and Target dominating record sales with Kelly McCoy of B98.5 FM Atlanta. Opening Act: The Beatles Remasters released.The Frustrated Rockstars discuss Walmart and Target dominating record sales with Kelly... more
Team Courtney Love is finally expanding on why she's so pissed off at the makers of Guitar Hero -- and it seems her beef is over the songs that the digital
version of her husband is forced to sing in the game.
TMZ spoke with Love's attorney who told us Cobain's widow did give permission for the game makers to use Kurt's name and likeness -- but she never, ever signed off on a deal that would allow them to make Kurt sing Bon Jovi tunes in the game.
Love's lawyer told us, "Activision is exploiting Kurt's image in a manner anathema to the very essence of his music, spirit and essence.
I along with Ms. Cobain hope those who love Kurt's music strongly voice their sentiments to Activision and demand his image not be debased by singing the songs of Bon Jovi.
Bon Jovi gave Love a bad name? How ironic.Team Courtney Love is finally expanding on why she's so pissed off at the makers of... more
Some people have found Kurt Cobain's posthumous appearance in Guitar Hero 5 a little unsettling -- including his widow, Courtney Love.
In a Twitter tirade for the ages, the former Hole frontwoman announced plans to sue Guitar Hero 5 publisher Activision over the way her late husband was represented in the game, reports The Guardian.
"For the record this Guitar Hero [expletive] is breach of contract on a Bullys part and there will be a proper addressing of this and retraction," she posted on her Twitter account. "WE are going to sue the [expletive] out of ACtivision we being the Trust the Estate the LLC the various LLCs Cobain Enterprises."
more in the link...Some people have found Kurt Cobain's posthumous appearance in Guitar Hero 5 a little... more
By now you’ve seen the clip of a digitized Kurt Cobain rocking his way through Bon Jovi’s “You Give Love a Bad Name” on Guitar Hero 5. It’s an image so bizarre, it not only freaked out Rolling Stone, but sent Courtney Love into a Twitter rampage as she began responding to critics arguing she sold Kurt out with the GH5 avatar. In one colorful Tweet, Love essentially blames Dave Grohl for the playable Cobain, writing to someone who accosted her on Twitter, “you can assrape dave he was always a bad seed and is stillriding the shit while i take bullets if theres a hell hes going. im not.”
In a statement issued this afternoon, Grohl and Novoselic say they are “dismayed and very disappointed in the way a facsimile of Kurt is used in the Guitar Hero game,” adding, “The name and likeness of Kurt Cobain are the sole property of his estate — we have no control whatsoever in that area.”By now you’ve seen the clip of a digitized Kurt Cobain rocking his way through Bon... more
So The Beatles: Rock Band hits shelves tomorrow and the gaming world is holding its breath in anticipation, waiting to see if Harmonix does the band’s legacy proud.
(We just reviewed it – spoiler warning: they do)
But one has to wonder what would have happened if That Competing Music Game Franchise had gotten their hands on the license first. The horror… the horror…
Warning: the following video is parody. That means it’s a joke, not to be taken seriously. If you’re a rabid Activision or Neversoft fan (or maybe Bobby Kotick himself), you might just want to skip past this video.So The Beatles: Rock Band hits shelves tomorrow and the gaming world is holding its... more
Although they aren’t getting their own stand alone Guitar Hero game, the Rolling Stones are getting their own track pack. The makers behind the popular video game have announced that Mick Jagger and Co. now have their own DLC pack.Although they aren’t getting their own stand alone Guitar Hero game, the Rolling... more
"A little while back, we reported that Johnny Cash would appear as an unlockable character in the new video game "Guitar Hero 5", which came out yesterday. That was weird.
But we didn't know about the game's biggest, weirdest surprise: You can also unlock fellow deceased legend Kurt Cobain and make him do all kinds of totally embarrassing shit!"
This is sad and wrong. Exactly the kind of thing that led to Kurt's unfortunate demise. Thoughts?"A little while back, we reported that Johnny Cash would appear as an unlockable... more
Strokes frontman Julian Casablancas's forthcoming debut solo LP, Phrazes for the Young, is coming out sometime this fall. It has a cool-looking cover that pays tribute to the famed dog 'n' gramophone logo of the singer's label, RCA. Also: We want one of those sleek, bright-buttoned Guitar Hero-esque hollow bodies.
Casablancas made his live debut over the weekend in Tokyo, playing an exclusive after party for fashion mecca Opening Ceremony. Naturally, there are a few front row YouTube clips from the gig featuring the singer awkwardly dancing in a questionable vest-- check those out in the link.
click the link for videos and more...Strokes frontman Julian Casablancas's forthcoming debut solo LP, Phrazes for the... more
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