Bon Jovi getting ready for greatest hits album

Author: Melissa  //  Category: Bands, News

But the best news for the rock n roll group? They will become eligible for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum next year! WOW! Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora tells Billboard.com about the upcoming award, “I hope so.. Time flies man, but yeah there’s talk and rumors. Boy that would be nice. It’s something certainly I’ve been shooting for all my life. I think if you have a career in the music business, you want to get inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.”

The Bon Jovi member also shared that they have plenty of new projects. Richie Sambora related, “We’ve been filming a documentary and are in the process of mixing a live DVD of last year’s ‘Lost Highway’ concert tour.” He adds, “Also, I think we’re looking at doing a greatest hits album next year. Jon and I are writing some new songs for it and to just load up for the next Bon Jovi record.” The DVD and best-of album is expected for a fall 2009 release.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will open ANNEX NYC!

Author: Melissa  //  Category: Music, News

Yup, New Yorkers will now have their own Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! And it will open this November 24th, sooo exciting! The ANNEX NYC will feature galleries of John Lennon, Madonna, Jimi Hendrix and Bob Dylan. Additionally, it will open its first special exhibit in true punk rock style, honoring the Clash. The ANNEX will also showcase selected items from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum’s vast collection, including Bruce Springsteen’s 1957 Chevy, John Lennon’s Record Plant Piano, Elvis Presley’s motorcycle jacket, a handwritten poem by Jim Morrison and much more.

The exhibits, including the Roots & Influences, Moments to Movements and New York Rocks rooms, will highlight rock and roll’s impact on music, allowing visitors to discover, or rediscover, their connection to it all. Advance tickets for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ANNEX NYC are on sale exclusively at http://www.rockannex.com or 866-9-ROCKNY (866.963.2569). The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ANNEX NYC is located at 76 Mercer Street. Exhibits are subject to capacity and advance ticket purchase is essential to ensure access for a desired time and date. Go and buy your tickets now!