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Rock Band Country 5-pack official, coming next week
Harmonix has made official the previously reported Rock Band country music track pack for the week of December 16. Judging by the comments in the earlier post, the tracks may not be your cup of tea, but please keep the "it's Rock Band" cries to a minimum.Country Pack (680 / $8.49) Brad Paisley - "Mud on the Tires" (160 / $2) Brooks & Dunn - "Hillbilly Deluxe" (160 / $2) Dierks Bentley - "Free & Easy (Down the Road I Go)" (160 / $2) Dixie Chicks - "Sin Wagon" (160 / $2) Miranda Lambert - "Gunpowder & Lead" (160 / $2) All tracks are masters and will be available for download next Tuesday and Thursday for Xbox 360 and PS3, respectively. Now that we've gotten a few more genres checked off the list, what do you say we see some Roots Crew from Philly represented, eh Harmonix?
Rock Band Weekly: Most of No Doubt - The Singles 1992-2003 album
As announced on the band's website, 13 of the 15 tracks from No Doubt's The Singles 1992-2003 album are heading to Rock Band next week. Harmonix has made the official announcement, and it looks like "New" and "Trapped In a Box" are the two songs cut from the list. No Doubt - The Singles 1992-2003 (1600 / $20) Just a Girl (160 / $2) It's My Life (160 / $2) Hey Baby (160 / $2) Bathwater (160 / $2) Sunday Morning (160 / $2) Hella Good (160 / $2) Underneath It All (160 / $2) Excuse Me Mr. (160 / $2) Running (160 / $2) Spiderwebs (160 / $2) Simple Kind of Life (160 / $2) Don't Speak (160 / $2) Ex-Girlfriend (160 / $2) All tracks are masters and will be available for download next Tuesday and Thursday for Xbox 360 and PS3, respectively.
Report: Yee-haw! Country Rock Band DLC on December 16
Well, we reckon it's almost official now. According to Country Music Television's (CMT) blog, the previously mentioned Rock Back country music pack is coming on December 16th to Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. The report claims five songs will be part of the pack, and names Bentley, Brad Paisley, Brooks & Dunn, Miranda Lambert and the Dixie Chicks as the artists. If Rock Band sticks to tradition, we'll get an official press release Dec. 11th or 12th.We're going to take the moment to re-demand "Jolene" (let's compromise and ask for the White Stripes version), "Who's Gonna Mow Your Grass" and "The Gambler" for some point in the future.
Rock Band Weekly: European bands, Miranda Cosgrove, Naked Brothers
Note: The above video is not a part of Rock Band Weekly. And that's a shame.This week's serving of Rock Band DLC brings together a hodge podge of European bands as well as a free song from Miranda Cosgrove. We've also got two from Naked Brothers Band -- who, as it turns out, has no relation whatsoever to the Barenaked Ladies.Individual Tracks "Headphones On" - Miranda Cosgrove ($Free) "Are You Dead Yet" - Children of Bodom (80 / $1)* "Tutto E' Possibile " - Finley (80 / $1)* "Hay Poco Rock N Roll" - Platero y Tu (80 / $1)* "Tempted" - Squeeze (80 / $1)* "Ready, Set, Go" - Tokio Hotel (80 / $1)* "Real World" - The All-American Rejects (80 / $1)* "Body I Occupy" - Naked Brothers Band (80 / $1) "I Don't Want to Go to School" - Naked Brothers Band (80 / $1) Songs marked by an asterisk (*) are available at that price for a month only, after which it'll presumably revert to the standard 160 / $2 price. All tracks are masters and will be available for download next Tuesday and Thursday for Xbox 360 and PS3, respectively.
Rock Band Weekly: The Killers, Yngwie Malmsteen, Soundgarden, Lamb of God
Why should Guitar Hero World Tour be the only one to get The Killers next week? As previously announced, The Killers will also be available in a three pack on Rock Band starting Nov. 25. Harmonix keeps the DLC flood going with another nine new tracks to sing, strum and drum to ... ok, more like flick than strum, but you get the drift.The Killers 3 Pack (440 / $5.50) "Mr. Brightside" (160 / $2) "Smile Like You Mean It" (160 / $2) "Spaceman" (160 / $2) Yngwie Malmsteen 3 Pack (440 / $5.50) "Caprici Di Diablo" (160 / $2) "Damnation Game" (160 / $2) "TRed Devil" (160 / $2) Individual songs: "Jesus Christ Pose" - Soundgarden (160 / $2) "Pretty Noose" - Soundgarden (160 / $2) "Laid to Rest" - Lamb of God (160 / $2) All tracks are masters and will be available for download next Tuesday for Xbox 360 and PS3. PSN updates on Tuesday next week due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
Rock Band Weekly: Dead Kennedys, Mission of Burma, others
It's the flood! No, not the Halo kind, but the Rock Band DLC deluge we've been seeing for the last couple months. Looking through our RBW posts, we haven't had a standard three song week since early September. It's been a constant flow of albums or packs with additional individual songs. Clearly, judging by the list below, this week is no exception. Friendly reminder: Rock Band 2 owners shouldn't forget to redeem the code on the back of the game's instruction booklet for the 20 free songs. Even if you don't like all of them, free is free.Dead Kennedys 3 Pack (440 / $5.50) "California Uber Alles" (160 / $2) "Holiday In Cambodia" (160 / $2) "Police Truck" (160 / $2) Mission Of Burma 3 Pack (440 / $5.50) "Mica" (160 / $2) "That's How I Escaped My Certain Fate" (160 / $2) "That's When I Reach For My Revolver" (160 / $2) Century Media Girls of Metal 3 Pack (440 / $5.50) "Forever" - In This Moment (160 / $2) "Closer" - Lacuna Coil (160 / $2) "Swamped" - Lacuna Coil (160 / $2) Individual songs: "Gone" - Crooked X (80 / $1) All tracks are masters and will be available for download next Tuesday and Thursday for Xbox 360 and PS3, respectively.
Rock Band 2 bonus DLC codes are being sent out
In an effort to inform the masses (or, at the very least, stop the massive influx of emails coming down the tips line), we thought it'd be wise to inform you to check your inbox to see if you got an email from "Rock Band 2 Game Registrations" with the subject "Your Download Code - Rock Band 2 Bonus DLC." We don't want to spoil the contents ... but it's a 25-digit code to get the 20 bonus Rock Band 2 tracks. The digital track pack is one giant 540.73 MB download, so put it in your queue and get ready to rock out to a bunch of bands you've probably never heard of. If you haven't gotten your email yet, don't fret, as Harmonix previously said the codes would be sent during a 24 hour window.
Rock Band Weekly: Foo Fighters album; Harmonix announces Track Pack Vol. 2
Harmonix announced today that the Foo Fighters' The Colour and the Shape album will be available as Rock Band DLC next week. "Everlong" is already featured on Rock Band 2, so you'll have to pick up that game if you want the actual "full album."Foo Fighters' The Colour and the Shape album (1600 / $20) "Doll" (160 / $2) "Monkey Wrench" (160 / $2) "Hey, Johnny Park!" (160 / $2) "My Poor Brain" (160 / $2) "Wind Up" (160 / $2) "Up in Arms" (160 / $2) "My Hero" (160 / $2) "See You" (160 / $2) "Enough Space" (160 / $2) "February Stars" (160 / $2) "Walking After You" (160 / $2) "New Way Home" (160 / $2) Also announced today is Rock Band Track Pack Vol. 2 releasing Nov 17 for $30. The 20 song disc can be played as a standalone product on Xbox 360, PS3, Wii and PS2. The tracks will also be transferable to the hard drive on PS3 and Xbox 360. The songs are also currently available for download on the Rock Band music store. The full Vol. 2 track list can be found after the break.Update: People have started to receive their 20 free RB2 songs. Check your email if you completed the registration process.[Thanks Nick James]
Rock Band Weekly: Blink-182, Psychedelic Furs, Silversun Pickups, Siouxsie & the Banshees
Next week's Rock Band DLC represents some post-punk, some rock and the title song to a quintessential '80s movie. Earlier this week it was revealed that Presidents of the USA should be available the week of Nov. 4, but for all we know there may be more tracks added -- as has been the trend lately. Here are the songs that'll be vying for your wallet's attention next week:Siouxsie and the Banshees Pack (440 / $5.50) "Hong Kong Garden" (160 / $2) "The Killing Jar" (160 / $2) "Kiss Them for Me" (160 / $2) Individual songs: "Dammit" - Blink-182 (160 / $2) "Pretty in Pink" - The Psychedelic Furs (160 / $2) "Melatonin" - Silversun Pickups (160 / $2) "Well Thought Out Twinkles" - Silversun Pickups (160 / $2) Videos for these songs can be found after the break. The tracks will be available for download next Tuesday and Thursday for Xbox 360 and PS3, respectively.
Rock Band 2 bonus DLC revealed, coming Nov. 4
Harmonix has revealed (via IGN) the identity of the mysterious 20 downloadable tracks from Rock Band 2. There are no heavy-hitters to be found on the list; instead, we get a set of predominantly lesser-known artists such as The Chevelles, Authority Zero and Opiate for the Masses. The free DLC, for those who register, is coming Tuesday, November 4 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 (although don't be surprised if PS3 owners have to wait until the following Thursday). Full set list after the break.
Rock Band Weekly: Nirvana 7 Pack
Seattle's legendary grunge band Nirvana will have seven songs available as Rock Band DLC starting next week. All the songs hail from Nirvana's breakthrough album Nevermind. Notable songs from Nevermind unavailable in Rock Band are "Come as You Are" and "Smells like Teen Spirit."Nirvana 7 Pack (880 / $11) "Breed" (160 / $2) "Lounge Act" (160 / $2) "On a Plain" (160 / $2) "Polly" (160 / $2) "Something in the Way" (160 / $2) "Stay Away" (160 / $2) "Territorial Pissings" (160 / $2) Videos for the tracks are after the break. The songs will be available for download next Tuesday and Thursday for Xbox 360 and PS3, respectively.
Rock Band wants you to get a checkup with Motley Crue's Dr. Feelgood
Rock Band DLC this week brings you to the offices of Dr. Feelgood, courtesy of Mötley Crüe. The full album can be downloaded for $15.99. The tracks are as follows: "Dr. Feelgood" "Slice of Your Pie" "Rattlesnake Shake" "Kickstart My Heart" "Without You" "Same Ol' Situation (SOS)" "Sticky Sweet" "She Goes Down" "Don't Go Away Mad (Just Go Away)" "Time for Change" Each individual track can be purchased for $1.99. All of them will be available on the PS Store beginning Thursday, October 16th.
Rock Band Weekly: Mtley Cre's Dr. Feelgood album
Rumor becomes reality as Mötley Crüe's 1989 album Dr. Feelgood will be available as Rock Band DLC starting next week. Mötley Crüe - Dr. Feelgood (1280 / $16) "Dr Feelgood" (160 / $2) "Slice of Your Pie" (160 / $2) "Rattlesnake Shake" (160 / $2) "Kickstart My Heart" (160 / $2) "Without You" (160 / $2) "Same Ol' Situation (SOS)" (160 / $2) "Sticky Sweet" (160 / $2) "She Goes Down" (160 / $2) "Don't Go Away Mad (Just Go Away)" (160 / $2) "Time for Change" (160 / $2) Videos for the tracks are after the break. The songs will be available for download next Tuesday and Thursday for Xbox 360 and PS3, respectively.
Rock Band Weekly: Chili Pepper's Blood Sugar Sex Magik album
The Red Hot Chili Pepper's acclaimed Blood Sugar Sex Magik album, featuring at least one thinly veiled junkie ballad you memorized during adolescence, will arrive in the Rock Band Store next week. Let's hope it shows a bit more professionalism than the last full album to crash the living room stage! Blood Sugar Sex Magik (1600 / $20)* or by individual track (160 / $2): "The Power of Equality" "If You Have to Ask" "Breaking the Girl" "Funky Monks" "Suck My Kiss" "I Could Have Lied" "Mellowship Slinky in B Major" "The Righteous & The Wicked" "Blood Sugar Sex Magik" "Under the Bridge" "Naked in the Rain" "Apache Rose Peacock" "The Greeting Song My" "Lovely Man Sir" "Psycho Sexy" "They're Red Hot" *Album excludes "Give It Away" (available on Rock Band 2 disc).A karaoke-style video for each song can be found after the break (so go practice!). The tracks will be available for purchase on Tuesday, September 30th on Xbox 360, and Thursday, October 2nd on PlayStation 3.
Rock Band Weekly: Rush's Moving Pictures, individual tracks
Next week's Rock Band DLC will be a second attempt at making Rush's Moving Pictures album available. Harmonix will also be releasing several individual tracks that may tickle your wallet's fancy.Rush - Moving Pictures (880 / $11) "Tom Sawyer" (Original) (160 / $2) "Red Barchetta" (160 / $2) "YYZ" (160 / $2) "Limelight" (Original) (160 / $2) "The Camera Eye" (160 / $2) "Witch Hunt" (160 / $2) "Vital Signs" (160 / $2) Individual tracks "Sorrow" - Bad Religion (160 / $2) "She Sells Sanctuary" - The Cult (160 / $2) "Bandages" - Hot Hot Heat (160 / $2) "Shoot the Runner" - Kasabian (160 / $2) "You're No Rock N Roll Fun" - Sleater-Kinney (160 / $2) "Love Spreads" - Stone Roses (160 / $2) Videos for the tracks can be found after the break. The songs will be available for download next Tuesday and Thursday for Xbox 360 and PS3, respectively.
Rock Band 2 manual details bonus DLC, Rock Band song transfer works smoothly
Click to embiggen When the official announcement finally came last week that Rock Band 2 would release today on Xbox 360, one little bullet point on the press release about an additional 20 free DLC songs nagged us. Looking at the back of the Rock Band 2 manual now, we still have no idea what the DLC is, but we do know how we're going to get it. Going to the site listed in the image above currently gives this message: "Please check back in a few days for the opportunity to enter your Registration Code and sign up to receive the Bonus Downloadable Tracks." We've been told by Harmonix the tracks will release later this year.Also, while we're on the subject, transferring the original Rock Band tracks to the sequel is really as simple as purchasing the license. No muss, no extra fuss.
Rock Band Weekly: PAX pack with Jonathan Coulton, MC Frontalot and Darkest of the Hillside Thickets
Rock Band is going charitable, with a special PAX Pack for next week's DLC. All three bands are performing at this weekend's Penny Arcade Expo, and all money for the tracks go towards Child's Play charity. PAX Pack 1 (240 / $3) "Skullcrusher Mountain" - Jonathan Coulton "Livin' on the Corner of Dude and Catastrophe" - MC Frontalot "Shhh??." - Darkest of the Hillside Thickets All songs are master recordings and "Shhh" is a previously unreleased track. The songs will be available for download next Tuesday and Thursday for Xbox 360 and PS3, respectively. [Note: Image a Jonathan Coulton lyrical word cloud.]
The Best of The Who Rock Band set list revealed
We didn't have to wait long to find out what tracks would be replacing Who's Next album DLC in Rock Band. The Who Official Band Website has published a press release revealing the 12 song "Best of" collection, featuring 3 songs from Who's Next (Baba O'Riley, Going Mobile and Behind Blue Eyes). All the tracks are presented in their master recordings.The Best of The Who Rock Band Edition (1600 MS points / $20) -- All songs are also sold individually (160 MS Points / $2) "Amazing Journey" "Baba O'Riley" "Behind Blue Eyes" "Eminence Front" "Going Mobile" "Leaving Here" "My Generation" (LIVE) "Real Good Looking Boy" "Sea & Sand" "Summertime Blues" (LIVE) "Who Are You" "Young Man Blues" (LIVE) Videos of the songs can be found after the break. The Best of The Who is expected the week of July 15.
AP: The Who coming July 15 to Rock Band
Buried on the 11th paragraph on a story about Rock Band 2, The Associated Press reports this morning that 12 tracks from The Who "ranging from 'My Generation' to 'Who Are You' will release for Rock Band on July 15." Neither of those tracks are from the long-awaited album Who's Next, but at least this is something, right? Harmonix CEO Alex Rigopulos confirms the rumors that Who's Next's release has been delayed due to missing master tracks. He said The Who's Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey helped get a best-of soundtrack together of what could be found. The songs will be $2 a piece or sold as a pack for $20. We've sent a request to Harmonix for more information and we'll update as soon as we finish putting this brick in the wall ... oops, wrong band.[Thanks lv99squall]
Rock Band Weekly: The Earache Thrash Pack
You'd be advised to buy some throat lozenges before you attempt to sing along to any of this week's Rock Band downloadable tracks. Behold the thrash pack, which in three songs manages to overpower twice as many Grateful Dead tunes.Earache Thrash Pack (440 Microsoft Points / $5.49) Blinded By Fear - At the Gates (master) (160 MS Points / $2) Thrasher - Evile (160 MS Points / $2) D.O.A. - The Haunted (160 MS Points / $2) Videos for this week's Rock Band DLC can be found after the break. As usual, the songs should be available Tuesday for Xbox 360 and Thursday for PS3.
