News that may be interesting

Omar Rodriguez-Lopez and Lydia Lunch are working on an EP to be released this fall. The EP, titled Omar Rodriguez Lopez & Lydia Lunch, is a single, extended track and will be available on vinyl and CD.

The Von Bondies (remember them?) are releasing a new album next year entitled Love, Hate and Then There's You. I still listen to Pawn Shoppe Heart every now and again.

Trail of Dead have found a new drummer. Their first show with the new line-up is the now-sold-out show on Thursday at Brooklyn's Luna Lounge. I'll be there.

From PJ.com: Pearl Jam announces the release of Immagine Nel Telaio "Picture in a Frame", a live concert film chronicling the band's performances and behind-the-scenes footage from the five Italian concerts that took place as part of the band's 2006 European tour. A limited edition commemorative T-shirt will be available for a special price when purchased with Immagine Nel Telaio here during a special pre-sale beginning August 22.