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Mary J. Blige, Steve Vai, Travis Barker and more take on 'Stairway to Heaven'
From left to right, Steve Vai, Ron Fair, Mary J. Blige, Randy Jackson, Travis Barker and Orianthi. Photo: Andrew McLeod
A top secret recording session took place on Tuesday night involving a supergroup of sorts covering one of the most recognized songs in rock history: Led Zeppelin’s classic “Stairway to Heaven.” The players? Soul queen Mary J. Blige on vocals; guitar god Steve Vai and his pop protégé Orianthi on rhythm and lead guitars, respectively; Travis Barker on drums and American Idol judge Randy Jackson on bass, with producer Ron Fair (Christina Aguilera, Pussycat Dolls) handling piano, the arrangement and all-star recruitment. The track’s destination: Blige’s 10th studio album, due out later this year.
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CONGRATULATIONS STEVE VAI!
Live In Minneapolis: Where The Wild Things Are has been certified Gold in both the USA and Canada!
Live In Minneapolis: Where The Wild Things Are is available on double DVD, Blu-ray and a single CD. Later this year, Favored Nations will release "Where The Other Wild Things Are," a 10 track CD of songs from the concert that did not make the first CD.
In January, Vai will enter the studio to record his next solo album for Favored Nations and later this year, he will embark on a World Tour that will take him through all of 2011.
Click Here To Order The DVD
Click Here To Order The CD
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THINK YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO JAM WITH STEVE VAI?!?
Show us what you got and you could win a phone call from Steve, an autographed Bad Horsie pedal, and more!
Click here to go to Jam Legend and play along to Steve's song "Juice" from the new DVD Live In Minneapolis - Where The Wild Things Are. If you can beat his score, you'll be entered to win one of many awesome Vai prizes!
Click Here To Order The DVD
Click Here To Order The CD
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NEW STEVE VAI DVD AVAILABLE NOW!
The new Steve Vai DVD Live In Minneapolis - Where The Wild Things Are is now available in stores and online!
The DVD was recorded and filmed at the State Theatre in Minneapolis, MN before a sold-out audience as part of Vai's successful "Sound Theories" world tour. The DVD and CD will be released on September 29.
Click Here To Order The DVD
Click Here To Order The CD
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HELP UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE VAI DVD CLIPS!
On September 29th, the new Steve Vai DVD Live In Minneapolis - Where The Wild Things Are will be available in stores and online. If you want to see some exclusive preview clips hand-picked by Steve, visit http://favorednations.com/vai to learn how you can help unlock them!
The DVD was recorded and filmed at the State Theatre in Minneapolis, MN before a sold-out audience as part of Vai's successful "Sound Theories" world tour. The DVD and CD will be released on September 29.
Click Here To Pre-Order The DVD
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STEVE VAI DVD PRE-ORDER
Pre-order Steve Vai's new concert DVD and live album 'Live In Minneapolis - Where The Wild Things Are' and get a free bonus CD download of songs not included on the 'Where The Wild Things Are' CD! In addition, Steve will autograph all pre-ordered copies!
The DVD was recorded and filmed at the State Theatre in Minneapolis, MN before a sold-out audience as part of Vai's successful "Sound Theories" world tour. The DVD and CD will be released on September 29.
You will receive a link to download the audio in your order confirmation email. The audio is available in either 320kbps MP3 format or WAV files.
Please note that this offer is only valid for the pre-sale, and only for the DVD/CD combo.
Click Here To Pre-Order
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STEVE VAI LIVE IN MINNEAPOLIS: WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE - PREMIERE
Tuesday, September 15, 2009 7:00 PM
Doors: 6:00 PM
Egyptian Theatre, HOLLYWOOD, CA
BUY TICKETS
Event Schedule:
4:00 p.m. EVO Experience
6:00 p.m. Red Carpet Arrivals
6:30 p.m. Address by Steve Vai and Hollywood Arts
7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Screening
10:30 p.m. Silent auction closes
Click Here To See Auction Items
Items have been donated by: Steve Vai, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tony Iommi, Rhino Records, Triumph, Mark Mothersbaugh, Larry DiMarzio, Paul Gilbert, Steve Lukather, Nile Rodgers, Activision, Paiste, Dave Weiner, Bonnie Raitt, Los Angeles Dodgers, Doobie Brothers, Michael Godard, Kip Winger, L.A. Guns, Nicko McBrain/Iron Maiden, Favored Nations Entertainment, Shout Factory, Dream Theater, Ibanez, Tommy Emmanuel, Three Artists Management, Alanis Morissette, Ronnie James Dio, K.D. Lang, Twisted Sister, Sterling Ball, Spinal Tap, Christopher Guest, Tom Morello, Slash, Neil Zlozower, Desmond Child, Carvin, Nuno Bettencourt/Extreme, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Warren DeMartini/Ratt, R.E.M., Tom Waits, Robert Knight, Susan Olsen (Cindy Brady), Los Angeles Kings, Jon Bon Jovi, M-Audio, Manny Mota, Crystal Method, Rush, Jim D'Addario, Gail Zappa, Dweezil Zappa, B52's, Lemmy/Motorhead, Madonna, Ozzy Osbourne, Pee Wee Herman, Brian May/Queen, The Phoenix Coyotes Hockey Team, Slayer, Fender Guitars, Blastwaves Merchandise, Metal Blade Records, Gene Kirkland, Ross Halfin, Brendon Small, Morley Pedals, Brad Paisley, Third Eye Blind, Megaforce Records, RED Entertainment, Bouchon Bistro, Josie's Restaurant.
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WIN A VIP TICKET PACKAGE TO DREAM THEATER!
Enter below for your chance to win two pit tickets, a VIP parking pass, and access to the VIP hospitality deck for the 8/29 Dream Theater show at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, CA!
Progressive Nation 2009:
Dream Theater, Zappa Plays Zappa w/ Guests
Greek Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
Sat, Aug 29, 2009 05:30 PM
Click Here To Buy Tickets
Fan of Dream Theater? Check out the Favored Nations release
"An Evening With John Petrucci and Jordan Rudess!"
Click Here To Learn More
CLICK HERE TO ENTER THE CONTEST!
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STEVE VAI - NAKED TRACKS 5-CD SET AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE
Naked Tracks Vol. 1-5 is a series of recording packages that contain mixes of Steve's songs without the lead guitars. This package of CDs is designed for the jammers - those who crave playing their instruments along with a band, but don't have the musicians to back them up.
Previously available only through digital download, the 5-CD set is now available at retailers worldwide! The deluxe set is also available exclusively at Guitar Center stores in the USA.
Naked Tracks Vol. 1-5 contains backing tracks from the following albums: Passion And Warfare, Sex & Religion, Alien Love Secrets, Fire Garden, The Ultra Zone, Alive In An Ultra World, and Real Illusions: Reflections
Visit the Naked Tracks Microsite
Order the CD Set
Download via iTunes
FAVORED NATIONS FAVORITES AVAILABLE FOR INTERNATIONAL DOWNLOAD
Many of your favorite Favored Nations releases are now for download via international iTunes stores. Search for your favorite FN artists via your iTunes application!
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STEVE VAI - NAKED TRACKS AVAILABLE AT GUITAR CENTER
Previously only available online, Naked Tracks Vol. 1-5, is a series of recording packages that contain mixes of Steve Vai's songs without the lead guitars. The perfect practice tool, the deluxe 5-CD set will be available at Guitar Center stores in the USA in May!
This series of CDs is designed for the jammers - those who crave playing their instruments along with a band, but don't have the people to back them up. Naked Tracks Vol. 1-5 contains backing tracks from Passion And Warfare, Sex & Religion, Alien Love Secrets, Fire Garden, The Ultra Zone, Alive In An Ultra World, and Real Illusions: Reflections.
Naked Tracks Vol. 1-5 will also be available in retail stores outside the USA in late May, so be sure to request it at your local retailer. The set is also available on Vai.com 24/7 at the link below.
CLICK HERE to Order the 5-CD Set
CLICK HERE to Download From iTunes
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Previously only available online, Naked Tracks Vol. 1-5, is a series of recording packages that contain mixes of Steve Vai's songs without the lead guitars. The perfect practice tool, the deluxe 5-CD set will be available at Guitar Center stores in the USA in May!
This series of CDs is designed for the jammers - those who crave playing their instruments along with a band, but don't have the people to back them up. Naked Tracks Vol. 1-5 contains backing tracks from Passion And Warfare, Sex & Religion, Alien Love Secrets, Fire Garden, The Ultra Zone, Alive In An Ultra World, and Real Illusions: Reflections.
Naked Tracks Vol. 1-5 will also be available in retail stores outside the USA in late May, so be sure to request it at your local retailer. The set is also available on Vai.com 24/7 at the link below.
CLICK HERE to Order the 5-CD Set
CLICK HERE to Download From iTunes
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Zappa Plays Zappa wins a Grammy ® Award!
Congratulations to Zappa Plays Zappa (Featuring Steve Vai & Napoleon Murphy Brock) for winng the Best Rock Instrumental Grammy ® Award for the song "Peaches En Regalia"!
More info about Zappa Plays Zappa here: http://www.zappaplayszappa.com/
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Steve Vai - "Where The Wild Things Are"
Stay tuned to FavoredNations.com and Vai.com, because soon we'll be announcing details for Steve Vai's forthcoming DVD "Where The Wild Things Are," scheduled to be released Summer 2009.
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Kenny Ellis - Hanukkah Swings 2008 Live!
Hanukkah Swings 2008 Live!
Sunday, Dec. 14th 7PM
Hanukkah Swings! at the Canyon Club, Agoura Hills
Portion of the proceeds to the American Heart Association
in memory of Harvey Cohen
Wednesday, Dec. 17th 11:30AM
Temple Beth Torah
Ventura, CA
Sunday, Dec. 21st 3PM
Westside Jewish Community Center
Hanukkah Swings Bash
Sunday, Dec. 21st 5PM
Universal Citywalk Hanukkah Party
At the Hard Rock Cafe
Monday, Dec. 22nd 6:30PM
12th Annual Menorah Lighting at Promenade at Westlake
sponsored by Temple Beth Haverim
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Andy Timmons + Mesa/Boogie
Central U.S. Clinic Dates - December 2008
Meet Texas Guitar Great, Tone Master & Favored Nations Recording Artist, ANDY TIMMONS, as he performs at the following location in a rare, informational clinic setting, featuring music from his latest Favored Nations release, RESOLUTION - Plus you'll hear some phenomenal performances from his critically acclaimed debut release, Ear X-tacy.
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Location |
Contact Information |
Mon.,
Dec. 1,
2008 |
7:00 PM |
Hertlein Guitars
6841 Dublin Blvd.
Dublin, CA 94568 |
925-829-2170
Don Hertlein
hertleinguitars.com |
Tues.,
Dec. 2,
2008 |
7:00 PM |
Spitzer's Soundstage
3821 N. Blackstone
Fresno, CA 93726 |
559-224-5277
Jerry Liles
www.soundstagefresno.com |
Wed.,
Dec. 3,
2008 |
7:00 PM |
Instrumental Music
1501 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 |
805-496-3774
John Vaneslo
www.instmusic.com |
Thurs.,
Dec. 4,
2008 |
6:30 PM |
Guitar Trader
7120 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92111 |
858-565-8814
Jeff Baumgart
www.musicpower.com |
Andy will share with you his secrets for getting amazing tone, featuring his favorite amplifiers, the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star & Stiletto Deuce II, along with his favorite speaker cabinets, the Mesa 2x12 and 4x12 Rectifiers. Don't miss this opportunity to see one of the world's most incredible players perform up-close and personal and find out how you can improve your tone!
Players such as Eric Johnson, Steve Vai and Joe Satriani have invited Andy to perform with them - Come to this event and you'll quickly understand why. Don't miss it!!!
For more information about this event, please contact American Guitar & Band by calling or visiting their website as listed above - For more information about Mesa/Boogie, Andy Timmons or Favored Nations, please visit the applicable website below:
www.mesaboogie.com
www.andytimmons.com
www.favorednations.com
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The new Tommy Emmanuel DVD Center Stage is in stores now!
Click Here To Order!
International Release: Late October/Early November
Upcoming Tour Dates:
10/17 - Sapporo, Japan - Zapp Sapporo
10/18 - Yokahama, Japan - Kannai Hall
10/19 - Nagoya, Japan - Centrair Hall
10/20 - Osaka, Japan - Osaka Muse
10/21 - Osaka, Japan - Osaka Muse
For a complete list of Tommy tour dates, click here
To read more about Tommy and his latest release, click here
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Steve Lukather and Neil Citron on HD TV Show
Favored Nations recording artists Steve Lukather and Neil Citron will be on the new season of Rock in a Hard Place on The 101 HD on DirecTV.
Luke is on 10/21 (A Flock of Seagulls vs. Toto) and Neil is part of the Quiet Riot All stars on 11/25 (Quiet Riot All Stars vs. Air Supply).
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"Unless your name is Chet Atkins, Tommy Emmanuel is better than you." - Guitar Player Magazine, Sept. 2008
The new Tommy Emmanuel DVD Center Stage is available for pre-order!
US Release: October 14th
International Release: Late October/Early November
Click Here to pre-order and to watch the sneak peek trailer!
See Tommy Live On His World Tour! Dates include:
- Sacramento 9/21
- Los Angeles 9/23
- Japan 10/17
- Sweden 11/7
For a complete list of Tommy tour dates, click here
To read more about Tommy and his latest release, click here
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Get a sneak peek at the upcoming Tommy Emmanuel DVD Center Stage before you can buy it! Join the following PBS stations during their fund drives to watch this amazing new DVD.
KRSC - RSU Public Television
Claremore, OK
Thursday, September 25 - 8:00 and 9:00 PM
Southern Oregon Public Television
Medford, OR
Wednesday September 10 at 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
KVCR TV
San Bernardino, CA
Sunday, September 7 at 1 pm and Saturday September 13 at 10 PM
KIXE TV
Redding, CA
Saturday, September 6
For a complete list of Tommy tour dates, click here
To read more about Tommy and his latest release, click here
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Andy Timmons + Mesa/Boogie
Central U.S. Clinic Dates - August 2008
Meet Texas Guitar Great, Tone Master & Favored Nations Recording Artist, ANDY TIMMONS, as he performs at the following location in a rare, informational clinic setting, featuring music from his latest Favored Nations release, RESOLUTION - Plus you'll hear some phenomenal performances from his critically acclaimed debut release, Ear X-tacy.
| 8/19/08 |
Northridge Music |
Citrus Heights |
CA |
| 8/20/08 |
Music 6000 |
Olympia |
WA |
| 8/21/08 |
Long & Mcquade |
Vancouver |
BC |
| 8/22/08 |
Tom Lee Music |
Richmond |
BC |
| 8/23/08 |
Mojo Music |
Bellingham |
WA |
| 8/27/08 |
Melodee Music |
Sterling |
VA |
| 8/28/08 |
Fretmill Music |
Roanoke |
VA |
| 8/29/08 |
Richmond Music Center |
Richmond |
VA |
Andy will share with you his secrets for getting amazing tone, featuring his favorite amplifiers, the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star & Stiletto Deuce II, along with his favorite speaker cabinets, the Mesa 2x12 and 4x12 Rectifiers. Don't miss this opportunity to see one of the world's most incredible players perform up-close and personal and find out how you can improve your tone!
Players such as Eric Johnson, Steve Vai and Joe Satriani have invited Andy to perform with them - Come to this event and you'll quickly understand why. Don't miss it!!!
For more information about this event, please contact American Guitar & Band by calling or visiting their website as listed above - For more information about Mesa/Boogie, Andy Timmons or Favored Nations, please visit the applicable website below:
www.mesaboogie.com
www.andytimmons.com
www.favorednations.com
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