Earlier this year the bosses of the soft drink manufacturer set a challenge to Guns n Roses that said “In an unprecedented show of solidarity with Axl, everyone in America… will receive a free can of Dr Pepper if the album ships some time anytime! in 2008” and it looks like they’re making good on their promise.

US fans have their opportunity to gain their free can of Dr. Pepper by registering on DrPepper.com on the same day that Chinese Democracy is released, which is currently slated as 25 November. They will then be sent a voucher which gain them a 20 ounce can of the sugary drink.

Meanwhile, if you haven't heard it, the title track from the new album is streaming on Guns n Roses' website click here

The project is due to run for two years and more stars are joining all the time: Russell Brand, Paul Merton and Ian Hislop have already signed up to take part and discussions are currently taking place with world famous musicians.

Taking ‘life and laughter’ as his theme, renowned portrait photographer Rich Hardcastle is creating a series of remarkable black and white photographs that capture, slightly off guard, :the personality and mood of the sitter during a reflective moment. The celebrity then adds his or her personal message - a quote, a witty remark, or philosophical comment - to the original photograph and hand signs each of the 50 large (32 x 32 inches) limited edition prints that are subsequently produced.

The photographs will be on public exhibition, and available for purchase, across London for the remainder of 2008 and during 2009.

Trinity has been caring for patients and their families for over 117 years. Today, the Hospice supports a population of 750,000 in central and south west London, caring for over 400 inpatients. A further 1,800 visits are made by Trinity nurses to patients’ own homes and 350 patients receive additional care from our outpatient services.

Rich Hardcastle commented: "I’m really pleased to be able to contribute towards such a worthwhile cause. Having visited Trinity Hospice I was struck by what a beautiful, positive environment exists there. :This is something truly deserving of support."

For more information on the exhibition, the auction and for general de...

PLANET ROCK WINS BT AWARD:

Unlike other industry awards, this one was voted for by listeners as well as judges, and thanks to a sterling effort from you we managed to fight off competition from BBC 6Music, BBC Asian Network, Gaydar Radio and Passion For The Planet to pick up the trophy.

CLASSIC ROCK MAG LAUNCHES LABEL: Classic Rock Magazine is to launch its own record label called Powerage.

Powerage is a joint venture with leading music distributor and online retailer, Plastic Head Distribution.
Chris Ingham, publisher of Classic Rock, said: “Over the years we’ve discovered an amazing raft of new hard rock talent at Classic Rock.

AC/DC EXTEND US TOUR: ::: AC/DC have extended their sold out US &::: Canadian tour, adding sixteen dates that will see them stay in North America until at least 31 January.

Tickets for the first batch of North American dates pretty much sold-out when they went on sale last week with some venues reporting that they had sold all of their tickets in just a few minutes. European dates are expected to be announced in November/December – so make sure that you stay t...

Oasis were performing at the V Festival in Toronto on Sunday when the incident occurred. They were mid way through the set and had just started the song ‘Morning Glory’ when it happened.

Security guards pounced on the assailant as he also lunged for Liam (who performed a rather nice little side-step to avoid him) and he was apparently charged with assault by local authorities. The band returned to the stage after a short interlude and completed their set.

You can see the incident in the video via the link below. It happens about 18secs in.

Rock & Roll Over

Hi Everyone.  Look who's back!  It's been nearly TWENTY YEARS since her last studio album, but she's back on the scene, and confounding the masses with her progressive fashion sense and controversial wit.  GRACE JONES IS LIVING ART.  Her new single, Corporate Cannibal, is pure Grace, and the official video is stunning, simple, aggressive, frightening, and captivating.  You can check it all out -- AND hear all the mixes of her new single -- on her new OFFICIAL SITE, where the motto is "My Rules, You Fools".  We've never been able to stock Grace rarities for very long, as her appeal has remained strong even when she's been out of the limelight -- click HERE to view our GRACE JONES CATALOGUE.  Be a Slave To The Rhythm, and Put Some Grace In Your Face.  Happy September, Everyone!!