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 Stephen Stills is on the road. Working the riffs and rhythms you know and love. Stephen has been out pushing his wares. His website is promoting the “Live At Shepherds Bush” CD/DVD. A really strong performance at a great venue outside London. And also released, a collection of 1968 demos called “Just Roll Tape.” Stephens career in music provides a great historical link to American culture of the late 60′s, and 70′s. It’s great to go back to Buffalo Springfield, CSNY, and get a flavor of the past. He even tried to be one of The Monkeys. But couldn’t due to a contract obligation. In 2003, Stephen was listed as one of “The 100 Greatest Guitarist of All Time” in Rolling Stone Magazine. And in 2008, survived a run in with prostate cancer. Now, he’s working some new songs on the road. Keeping the fire burning. So go visit your friend Stephen. Get out and see him live. You’ll wish you didn’t have to go when time is up. Check out this stunning performance in Atlanta, GA.
 It’s tricky trying to describe Amon Tobin’s work. His latest work “ISAM” is an intriguing mix of texturing sounds. Electronic is a common identifier, but doesn’t fully grasp both the complexity and simplicity, the yin yang, if you will, of his sound. Combine that with a imaginative visual show, and you’re mind begins to melt. Sounds bring to life the visuals, or are the visuals driving the sound? One cannot help but ponder such things when witnessing his performance. He’s out traveling the globe with his cube of sound. Live or not, you got to check it out.
 He’s at it again…. Adrian is on the road and on the attack. He’ll be taking over towns with “Stick Men”. The trio, featuring Tony Levin and Pat Mastellotto, will tackle “crim-centric”material. New jams are bound to surface. One can’t help but wonder where Adrian gets his tireless energy. He’s worked with Frank Zappa, David Bowie, Talking Heads, Nine Inch Nails, and the list goes on. They have a nice selection of small venues. So get out and see the maestro with Tony and Pat.
 U2 is back for round 3 in North America. Fresh from South American dates in Brazil and Mexico, the band is ramping things up as they wind down the 360 spectacular. The stage has to be the most grandiose rock stage ever. Surpassing even the Rolling Stones for impressive staging. The U2 website now has “fan cam”. Pretty cool. Scary detail. Say “cheese”. Check out “I Will Follow” from Baltimore. Great “End of the World/I Will Follow” clip, “Beautiful Day” and “Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me” performed in Nashville.
 Clarence Clemons, Bruce Springsteen’s “Big Man”, has passed away. On June 12th, Clarence suffered a stroke, seemed to improve, but couldn’t recover. Known for his blistering saxophone solos, Clarence also worked with Jackson Browne, Aretha Franklin, Ringo Starr, and even dove into acting. Clarence is survived by four sons.
 Soundgarden is back and blazing. The Seattle group disbanded in 1997. But in 2010, Soundgarden reformed for a couple of shows. Now, they’re in the midst of finishing a new album. Summer dates are planned, and Mars Volta will be an opening act.
 Word is out. Mick Jagger is working with a new group named ” Super Heavy”. Teaming up with Dave Stewart, Joss Stone and Damien Marley, the group has supposedly been recording for the last 18 months. Even though Mick and Keith have been contemplating a 50th anniversary tour. there is no Rolling Stones tour currently planned. Some fans point to fallout from Keith’s lashing of Mick in a recent memoir. Others say the Stones are finished. But we’ve heard that before. And since neither Keith or Mick will deny a final tour, RockSite will keep the faith that a Rolling Stones 2012 tour is very possible, if not likely. Hopefully we’ll soon get to enjoy Mick and “Super Heavy”. The fans and road await. Oh yeah, Mick’s daughter Elizabeth has posed nude for Playboy. Time is definitely on her side.
 Roger Daltrey is taking “Tommy” on the road. The Who’s legendary rock opera will be performed without Pete, but with his complete blessing. His brother Simon taking on the guitar parts. And some Who classics will likely show up. For the ultimate Who fan, this show is a must.
 Peter Gabriel is busy again. This time, he’ll be on the road with the “New Blood Orchestra”. This new adventure applies classical spins on his pop classics. Peter and “New Blood” just filmed a performance at Hammersmith Apollo, in 3D. And now they’re taking a little break before the north american tour begins.
 That’s right. Ziggy is out there, spreading the word, entertaining the masses. With a history of family inspiration, Bob Marley’s eldest son continues on his mission of cool reggae sounds. Ziggy reach extends beyond his tour and music, with extra dedication to local organizations and charities. No new works out right now. Ziggy’s been a little busy on a side project. Surely some tracks are being laid. And,…did you know that Chris Franz and Tina Weymouth produced “The Melody Maker’s” 1988 “Conscious Party”? …..Cool.
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