Too Much 'Shake & Tumble'

I've had “Shake & Tumble” going through my head for approximately 72 hours now. You know “Shake & Tumble,” yes? The Firehouse song. The song is from the band's self-titled debut which was released in 1990.

I was looking up singer CJ Snare's new Christmas song when I saw – yes, simply saw – the YouTube clip for “Shake & Tumble.” Note: I did not play the song. I do own Firehouse but I haven't listened to that album in forever. Don't get me wrong, it's an awesome album. It's just not top of pile for me right now. So anyway, I see the title and I immediately hear the chorus in my head... “Shake! And Tumble...” and then it keeps going, over and over.

And over.

I'm eating lunch and I'll think of the chorus. Doing laundry. Attempting to sleep. I don't get it. It's one thing if it's most of the song going through my head...but no. This is three bloody words: “Shake! And Tumble...” Argh.

If you are curious, CJ's new Christmas song is “A Christmas Gift (God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen)” and it is available now via iTunes or Amazon.

Maybe Firehouse will play M3 and I can hear “Shake &Tumble” live again...But ff the damn song doesn't quit going through my head, I may snap!

Jon Bon Jovi Appointed to White House Council

This is amazingly impressive. President Barack Obama has appointed Jon Bon Jovi to the Council on Community Solutions. According to the official statement, “The Council will provide advice to the President on the best ways to mobilize citizens, nonprofits, businesses and government to work more effectively together to solve specific community needs.”

Jon was one of dozens of people selected to work on the Council. He was selected for his work with the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, a charity that provides affordable housing solutions to families in need.

The Council for Community Solutions has three key functions:

- Enlist leaders in non-profit, private, and philanthropic sectors
- Provide strategic input and recommendations to federal government promote greater innovation    and cross-sector collaboration
- Honor and highlight those making an impact in their own communities

I guess this has been a pretty good month for Jon Bon Jovi. While Bon Jovi didn't make it into the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame (yet), the band was named Top Touring Act of 2010 This means Bon Jovi made more money on the road than any other act. Yes, The Circle tour was a big success! The tour grossed $146.5 million over the past 12 months. Who said Glam was dead?!

Metal Skool...and Mr. Belding?

I always knew Mr. Belding was Glam. You know Mr. Belding, right? From Saved By the Bell fame. That was a great show and I'll admit I was watching early morning reruns of the series as recently as six months ago. Like Glam, the show reminds me a lot of my childhood.

Imagine my surprise when I see a clip of Metal Skool (now Steel Panther) with actor Dennis Haskins (Mr. Belding) pop up as a suggested clip on YouTube. I was actually watching a protest video when the suggestion came down the side of the screen. So, I clicked and watched. Instead of Whitesnake or White Lion, Dennis Haskins sang...you guessed it...the Saved By the Bell theme. Tony Romo took over after Dennis Haskins left the stage...for some Journey. But wait! Dennis Haskins came back to the stage! Good grief. (I have to admit, the video would be more entertaining without all the swearing).

Still...watch and be amused.

'Sexy Santa' - Free Steel Panther Download

Great news! Our favorite Glam metal comedians Steel Panther are giving us all an early Christmas gift: free music. The track, “Sexy Santa” is available below for a free, legal download.

This is the ONLY Christmas song I've ever heard use the word “rubbers.” Yeah. Oh, and then there's the line that goes “In the back of the sleigh he's got some ho, ho, hos!”

Seriously. Get the song. You're welcome.

About Time: Alice Cooper Band to Rock Hall

Alice Cooper performing at Rock the BayouCould this have taken any longer? Alice Cooper has just confirmed that he and his original band will finally be inducted into the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will be held in March. According to the Arizona Republic, Alice was informed of the honor last week.

The inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2011 will be officially announced  today at 10:30 a.m. EST on the official website of the Rockhall. The ceremony will be broadcast live on Fuse. Now I can't wait to see who gets to induct Alice Cooper.

Cooper will reunite with his original band for the 10th edition of his Christmas Pudding charity concert this Saturday in Phoenix, Arizona.

Neil Diamond, Tom Waits, Dr. John and Darlene Love will also be inducted. This means Bon Jovi didn't get in...which surprises me to be honest. I figured out of all the Glam bands on earth, Bon Jovi were a lock to make it on the first shot.

Rock on the Range Ticket Layaway Plan

Is it me, or are we getting festival information earlier and earlier? I mean, Bang Your Head! and Sweden Rock are already announcing bands. Bonnaroo launched a ticket layaway weeks ago and now Rock on the Range has announced a ticket layaway program. To compete, I would assume festivals like M3, Rocklahoma and the rest would be announcing soon. Rock on the Range is in my native Ohio so it's a fest I do every year. Here's the info on that layaway plan in case you are interested. Apparently this year will also feature so-called throw-back bands and to me that means Glam.

Following the debut of their first-ever early layaway program, full details are now available for 2011 ROCK ON THE RANGE’s VIP, hotel and camping packages. The seven unique packages--available beginning Monday, December 13--offer a variety of amenities include hotel and camping options, plus tickets to Friday’s pre-festival ROTR Fifth Anniversary Party at Columbus Crew Stadium. This year, America’s premier destination rock festival will celebrate its Fifth Anniversary blowout, May 21-22, 2011 at Columbus Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.

Here are the full details of the 2011 ROTR VIP, hotel and camping ticket packages:

Ultimate Ranger VIP Package (2 people)
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
*Only available at Hyatt on Capitol Square
- 1 Hotel Room – King Bed (May 20, 21, & 22)
- Field General Admission Tickets (2)
- Friday Night 5th Anniversary Party Tickets (2)
- Festival T-Shirts (2)
- ROTR Commemorative Photo Album (2)
- Exclusive Access to the VIP Guest Lounge
- Lounge includes Catered Lunch and Dinner
- Exclusive Access to the VIP Viewing Area, Best House Location
- VIP Guest Laminated Credential
PACKAGE PRICE: $1599.00

Rock Star VIP Package (2 people)
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
*No Hotel Rooms included
- Field General Admission Tickets (2)
- Friday Night 5th Anniversary Party Tickets (2)
- Festival T-Shirts (2)
- ROTR Commemorative Photo Album (2)
- Exclusive Access to the VIP Guest Lounge
- Lounge includes Catered Lunch and Dinner
- Exclusive Access to the VIP Viewing Area, Best House Location
- VIP Guest Laminated Credential
PACKAGE PRICE: $1199.00

Platinum Package (4 people)
- 1 Hotel Room - 2 Double Beds (May 20, 21 & 22)
- Field General Admission Tickets (4)
- Friday Night 5th Anniversary Party Tickets (4)
- Festival T-Shirts (4)
- ROTR Commemorative Photo Album (4)
PACKAGE PRICE: $949.00

Gold Package (4 people)
- 1 Hotel Room - 2 Double Beds (May 21 & 22)
- Field General Admission Tickets (4)
- Friday Night 5th Anniversary Party Tickets (4)
- Festival T-Shirts (4)
- ROTR Commemorative Photo Album (4)
PACKAGE PRICE: $829.00

Silver Package (2 people)
- 1 Hotel Room - 1 King Bed (May 20, 21 & 22)
- Field General Admission Tickets (2)
- Friday Night 5th Anniversary Party Tickets (2)
- Festival T-Shirts (2)
- ROTR Commemorative Photo Album (2)
PACKAGE PRICE: $669.00

Bronze Package (2 people)
- 1 Hotel Room - 1 King Bed (May 21 & 22)
- Field General Admission Tickets (2)
- Friday Night 5th Anniversary Party Tickets (2)
- Festival T-Shirts (2)
- ROTR Commemorative Photo Album (2)
PACKAGE PRICE: $549.00

CAMPING PACKAGES
Vehicle Camping Package (4 people)
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
- Ohio Expo North Campground (May 20, 21 & 22) - Onsite
- Field General Admission Tickets (4)
- Friday Night 5th Anniversary Party Tickets (4)
- Festival T-Shirts (4)
- ROTR Commemorative Photo Album (4)
Camping not available separate from package
PACKAGE PRICE: $729.00

Meanwhile, pre-sale layaway tickets are available through January 31. Weekend Field GA and Stadium GA layaway tickets can be purchased for $129.50 (Field GA) or $99.50 (Stadium GA), plus layaway, service and transaction fees, with a four ticket minimum per layaway order. Regular tickets will go on sale in early 2011. The Saturday and Sunday line-ups for ROCK ON THE RANGE 2011 will be announced early next year.

'Need Your Lovin' - A Fantastic Tesla Video!

I posted the video for Tesla's “Need Your Lovin'” on my Facebook over the weekend but I think it's worth sharing here. I consider the video for “Need Your Lovin'” fairly obscure. The song is from the 1994 album Bust a Nut. Despite timing, the album charted fairly high on the Billboard chart – but by the time “Need Your Lovin'” became a single in 1995, MTV wasn't exactly playing bands like Tesla in hot rotation.

Popular or not, I have to say the video for “Need Your Lovin'” is basically fantastic. Watch as Tesla mocks every rock n' roll cliché.