Weezer Frontman Rivers Cuomo Released From Hospital!

Hey Everyone!

So it has finally been announced that Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo has been released from the hospital following the frightening bus crash about a week ago. The singer and the bands manager were the only two injured when the bus hit a patch of ice and swerved off the road, landing in a muddy ditch just off the highway. Rivers stated that he didnt even feel himself leave the couch as he went airborn and likely hit the ceiling, this combined with the rough landing are believed to be the cause of his injuries. He suffered from three broken ribs, a punctured spleen and a punctured lung.

December 11th, he was officially discharged from a New York area hospital. Once he was able to walk without the aid of a cane and his blood tests were coming back with good news of recovery. Rivers opted to spend an extra night of rest in the hospital while awaiting the arrival of his bus. He is unable to fly right now due to the lung injury but the coach will hopefully SAFELY transport him back home to LA where he will continue to recover over the holidays. 

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So best of luck, safe trip, Rivers and stay strong! That road to recovery can be long and tedious but the fans are behind you 100%

Rock On,

- Girl At The Rock Show

Weezer's New Album Hits Shelves!

Hey Everyone!

  So its a tuesday once again, and I find myself thinking of all the new releases that have hit the shelves this week. I have to say, I've been curious about this one for a while. Weezer's latest album Raditude was officially released today, and there are a lot of conflicting reviews out there. I'm curious to know what you all think, if anyone out there is a Weezer fan.

I am a big fan of Weezer. Their older music was an essential part of my high school playlist. El Schorcho, Say It Ain't So, Undone, and Buddy Holly were and still are fixtures in my music listening and bad karaoke repertoires. I remember I knew some guys who played shows downtown, they would always play a cover of El Schorcho and my friends and I would swarm to the front of the stage singing and dancing the whole way. The point is, their music has always been important to me.

Lately though, its just not striking the same chords it once did. Their last couple albums have been slightly disappointing to me. Filled with catchy songs as always, there was just something lacking. I still dont think I could put my finger on it if I tried. The classic and sarcastic social mockery is still very evident in songs like Beverly Hills. The awkward love song still exists in Automatic. And the Weezer we know and love is still very much alive in songs like Pork & Beans and We Are All On Drugs. The band has undeniably changed over the years, but their quirky unique outlook on song writing has never truly faded. To the untrained eyes and ears, everything is there... but to the fans, you probably know what I mean when I say the spark is not there. 

All of this aside, I think I'm going to avoid the press reviews until I've heard the album myself. Weezer is a great band with a lot of talent. As a long time fan I feel it my duty to give this album a shot. Have any of you heard this album? What are your thoughts? Let me know, in the mean time I plan to add it to my collection by the end of the week. Maybe I'll let you know what I think then! (Side note: Cant hurt that Butch Walker helped produce several tracks on the album either)

Rock On!

- Girl At The Rock Show

 Song of the Day: Buddy Holly by Weezer... an oldie but a definite goodie. This is one of my favorite tracks by them, and not to mention the video is an absolute classic. Enjoy!

New Michael Jackson Track Hits Airwaves!

Hello readers!

      I know the whole MJ topic is highly overplayed right now, but before the media hype takes hold once more when the film is released next week, I'm using this break to write a VERY short blog on the late king of pop. 

Like Elvis and Kurt Cobain before him, Michael Jackson has left behind an important legacy... as well as unreleased music. One track, entitled "This Is It" was released to radio this past week and is already making waves. Fans worldwide were comforted in his death by the fact that his music lives on and will continue to top charts today. As many of you agreed in the poll, the film is paying perfect tribute to the icon. The new track provides a sense of peace for dedicated followers who are still struggling with the loss of their idol. So no matter what the media may say, or what tabloids may appear in months to come, I say we let the music speak for itself. Let MJ be remembered for his contributions to the industry, and the way he made the fans scream for 45 years, and many more to come. I may not be a big fan myself, but I can appreciate the mark this man made on society through the art of music. So rest in peace Michael, and may your legacy live on.

This Is It by Michael Jackson

What do you think of this new track? Let me know, share your opinions!

Thanks and Rock On,

- Girl At The Rock Show 

Song of the Day: Dont Fear The Reaper by Blue Oyster Cult