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Maynard performs Queen

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Maynard took part in the Activision E3 event last night, singing a version of Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody with Billy Howerdel on guitar.  This appears to be in aid of the forthcoming Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock game out in September 2010.  Here’s a video:

According to Wikipedia, The Outsider by A Perfect Circle will be one of the playable tracks.

Update: Here’s a little more info from Rolling Stone:

For Keenan, performing "Bohemian Rhapsody" on Monday was an unexpected chance to revisit a big rock song from his own adolescence. Dressed in a black suit and red tie, he approximated the soaring operatics of Freddie Mercury against the strings and woodwinds of the L.A. Philharmonic, as animated characters from Guitar Hero sang along.

His A Perfect Circle collaborator Billy Howerdel filled in for guitarist Brian May (who was originally set to perform), rising from the floor with an old Vox amp and Gibson Les Paul to ignite the original glam riffs, adding touches of modern guitar texture. As the song faded out, Keenan hugged the guitarist, and then grabbed his ass as they descended into the stage.

APCs Judith likely to appear on Guitar Hero 5

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According to an article on Joystiq, Judith is likely to be the A Perfect Circle track appearing on the upcoming Guitar Hero 5.  Other tracks of note (in my opinion) include:

  • Beastie Boys – “Gratitude”
  • King Crimson – “21st Century Schizoid Man”
  • Muse – “Plug in Baby”
  • Rammstein – “Du Hast”
  • Screaming Trees – “Nearly Lost You”

One day I should really get around to buying Guitar Hero 4, which as well all know features Tool…

APC on Guitar Hero 5, Atlanta change

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A couple of readers emailed me to let me know that A Perfect Circle will be appearing on Guitar Hero 5.  Details of this news and other bands announced can be found at Rolling Stone.  No word on what track will appear, but I’d put my money on it being Judith.

A couple of tour changes were announced on Toolband today.  Firstly the Atlanta show which appeared to have a venue clash has been replaced by a show in Duluth at the Gwinnett Arena, tickets on sale June 6th.  Not sure where Duluth is personally, but I imagine it’s somewhere near Atlanta.  Also the On Sale date for tickets to the New Mexico show has been shifted to the 6th.

October Newsletter

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Blair has posted the October/Halloween Tool Newsletter, which mainly outlines his and Danny‘s trip to the Guitar Hero World Tour party in LA.  A somewhat interesting read, but I’m sure most Tool finds will find the following statement much more interesting:

Oh, one more thing: “No”, GHWT wasn’t “the big thing” (your words) alluded to in earlier posts. I believe that’s still a go. In the meantime, keep on rocking in the irised spotlight!..

Guitar Hero Pics, Collide

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I’ve been away in Perth this week, so have been a bit slow with the news.

A whole stack of readers wrote to me to tell me that there are a couple of official Guitar Hero pictures now available featuring the Tool artwork.  Previously leaked artwork can be found here.

Also in the news is that Danny features on the new Collide album Two Headed Monster.  Autographed posters (not by Danny though) are available for the first 200 pre-orders here.

Guitar Hero 4 Confirmed

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It’s been confirmed in many places, including Toolband that Tool will be featuring in the next edition of Guitar Hero:

“Hugely popular alternative metal band Tool, known for their epic, intense musical arrangements and killer visual arts, will also soon be known for their contribution to the upcoming Guitar Hero® World Tour. Guitar Hero fans from all over the world will be able to rock out to “Parabola” and Grammy-award winning “Schism” from Tool’s critically-acclaimed 2001 album Lateralus in addition to “Vicarious” from their 2006 Grammy-award winning album 10,000 Days. The game will also feature an all-new venue designed in collaboration with the band and highlighting the art style that has become a staple in their music videos, live shows and album artwork.”

Guitar Hero: World Tour will be available on the 12th of November in Australia, and can be purchased in the following packages:

The Super Bundle (game, drums, guitar and mic) will retail for $329 AUD on PS3 and Xbox 360, $319 AUD on Wii and $299 AUD on PS2. The Guitar Bundle (game and guitar) will retail for $169 AUD on PS3 and Xbox 360, $159 AUD on Wii and $149 AUD on PS2. The game by itself will retail for $89 AUD on PS3 and Xbox 360, $79 AUD on Wii and $69 AUD on PS2.

Thanks to Chris, Jon, G, Tim, Inbred Love Child and Travis for the tips.