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"Jeff Beck Commemorates Les Paul's 95th Birthday"
Emotion & Commotion-International release dates.
TERRITORY RELEASE DATE
Argentina 13th April '10
Australia 19th March '10
Benelux 9th April '10
Brazil 13th April '10
Canada 13th April '10
Central Europe 9th April '10
Denmark 12th April '10
Eastern Europe 12th April '10
Finland 12th April '10
France 12th April '10
Greece 12th April '10
Hong Kong 19th March '10
Ireland 12th April '10
Italy 9th April '10
Japan 24th March '10
Korea 19th March '10
Mexico 13th April '10
New Zealand 19th March '10
Norway 12th April '10
Portugal 12th April '10
Southeast Asia 19th March '10
South Africa 13th April '10
Spain 12th April '10
Sweden 13th April '10
UK 12th April '10
US 13th April '10
Jeff Beck Australasia Tour Dates 2010.
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20th March Korea - Seoul
The Olympic Hall
22nd March HK International Airport
Asia World Expo Arena
25th March Australia – Adelaide
Her Majesty’s Theatre
26th March Australia – Melbourne
Palais Theatre
28th March Australia – Perth
West Coast Blues Festival
30th March Australia – Sydney
Enmore Theatre
31st March Australia – Sydney
Enmore Theatre
1st April Australia – Brisbane
The Tivoli
2nd April Australia – Byron Bay
East Coast Blues Festival
5th April Japan – Nagoya
Shimin Kaikan
7th April Japan – Osaka
Grand Cube
8th April Japan – Osaka
Archaic Hall
10th April Japan – Tokyo
JCB Hall
12th April Japan – Tokyo
Tokyo International Forum
13th April Japan – Tokyo
Tokyo International Forum
Jeff Beck announces his UK tour dates.
LEGENDARY ARTIST JEFF BECK,
NEW ALBUM AND TOUR IN 2010
Following his most successful year ever, Jeff Beck and his band return to the UK for a string of shows in October 2010 and ending at London’s, Royal Albert Hall.
Jeff Beck is also completing his first studio album in 6 years, working at Sarm Studio’s in London. The album is being produced by the award winning team of Steve Lipson and Trevor Horn and will be released in the first half of 2010.
In 2009 Jeff performed all over the world to sold out shows in every city.
In April Jeff was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the 2nd time, by fellow luminary Jimmy Page. This was followed immediately by the release of the critically acclaimed ‘Performing Live at Ronnie Scott’s’ DVD and CD, now platinum in a number of countries.
In October 2009 Jeff and his band performed an amazing set at Madison Square Garden in New York at the 25th Anniversary Concert of the Rock Hall of Fame which was broadcasted on HBO in the US. On the first night, Jeff was reunited with Stevie Wonder and performed ‘Superstition’, a song that had originally been written for Jeff.
For the 2nd night, Jeff was joined by Sting, Buddy Guy and Billy Gibbons, closing his set with an extraordinary rendition of the Beatles track ‘A Day in The Life’.
At the beginning of December, Jeff’s performance of ‘A Day in The Life’ from the Performing Live at Ronnie Scott’s DVD was nominated for a 2010 Grammy.
On February 13th and 14th 2010, Jeff Beck will unite with Eric Clapton, performing 2 exclusive shows at The O2 Arena in London. Both bands will perform separately, followed by Jeff and Eric playing an extensive set together.
The UK Tour Dates are as follows:
OCTOBER 2010
Fri 15th Bournemouth BIC 0844 576 3000
Sat 16th Brighton Centre 0844 847 1515
Sun 17th Birmingham Symphony Hall 0121 780 3333
Wed 20th Glasgow Clyde Auditorium 0844 395 4000
Thu 21st Manchester Apollo 08444 777 677
Fri 22nd Sheffield City Hall 0114 2789 789
Sun 24th Bristol Colston Hall 0117 922 3686
Mon 25th Cardiff St David’s Hall 02920 878 444
Tue 26th London Royal Albert Hall 020 7589 8212
TICKETS: £36.50
£43.50, £35.00, £30.00 London
SHOW TIME: 7.30pm
ON SALE: Friday 11 December
24 HR TICKET HOTLINE:
0870 735 5000
www.bookingsdirect.com
(agency&credit card bookings subject to booking fee)
For media enquiries:
The Outside Organisation
0207 436 3633
chris.goodman@outside-org.co.uk
Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton announce shows in US and Canada.
(New York, NY) -- On the heels of a stunning collaboration in Tokyo, Japan last February and after the announcement of two sold-out shows at the 02 Arena in London in February 2010, Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton announced today an eagerly anticipated set of shows in the U.S. and Canada. U.S. audiences recently saw Jeff Beck’s guitar mastery at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 25th anniversary concert at Madison Square Garden. Beck’s 40 minute set with guests such as Sting, Buddy Guy and Billy Gibbons along with a blistering rendition of “Superstition” in Stevie Wonder’s set received strong critical acclaim.
The Beck-Clapton collaboration will undoubtedly be one of the must see shows of this decade, where the artists will perform together and apart. The duo have shared the stage at Festivals and benefits previously, but the Japan shows at the Saitama Super Arena marked the first time they had shared the bill at a major arena. Both artists admitted to having a fantastic time on stage together and press gave rave reviews. The concerts were so spectacular for the musicians and fans alike, that the two decided to team up again at London’s prestigious 02 Arena and have quickly followed suit with the U.S. and Canadian dates.
Thurs Feb 18 New York, NY
Madison Square Garden
Fri Feb 19 New York, NY
Madison Square Garden
Sun Feb 21 Toronto, Canada Air Canada Center
Mon Feb 22 Montreal, Canada Bell Center
‘Eric and I played together in Japan earlier this year and had a blast. Since then we have been in regular contact and talked about doing a similar show for our fans. Looking forward to the shows in 2010,” said Jeff Beck.
“I’ve always considered Jeff Beck to be one of the finest guitar players around. He’s a friend, a great guy, and a truly gifted musician. We had such a fun time in Japan that it seemed natural to play together again,” said Eric Clapton.
Both Beck and Clapton have long and prestigious musical careers with countless honours and awards to their names. Beck has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice and Clapton is the only artist to be inducted three times. Their musical paths are linked together by the Yardbirds – a band that Clapton left in 1965 and his replacement, ironically, was Jeff Beck. Since those days, Beck and Clapton have remained friends, but have only performed together a few times over the years for an occasional song at a charity event. Now, more than 40 years after the Yardbirds disbanded, the two will join together on the same stage. The duo has said that no exact set list has been discussed but they plan to each do their own respective sets followed by a joint set that is expected to be longer than their first shows in Japan.
Jeff Beck’s recent release, Live at Ronnie Scotts DVD, has gone platinum in USA, Canada and Japan. Beck is currently recording his first studio album in five years in London with Trevor Horne and Steve Lipson producing. Eric Clapton’s recent release Crossroads Guitar Festival DVD has gone multi-platinum in the US. Clapton also just completed a sold-out North American tour with former Blind Faith band member Steve Winwood.
Ticket On-Sale Information
New York General tickets on-sale Dec 12th
Toronto Tickets on-sale Dec 4th
Montreal Tickets on-sale Dec 5th
** Check local ticketing agencies and listings for updates
For New York:
The New York shows will be produced by Ron Delsener for Live Nation. Tickets will be available in advance to American Express cardmembers.
Tickets will go on-sale first to American Express cardmembers through a special pre-sale, beginning Monday, December 7, 2009. Tickets can be purchased via ticketmaster.com.
If tickets remain, a general on-sale date will follow on Saturday, December 12th.
2nd show announcement for Jeff and Eric.
(London, UK) – Due to overwhelming fan demand, and a sold-out first show, Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton announced today a second show at London’s 02 on Sunday, February 14, 2010. Tickets will go on-sale this Friday, October 2nd.
On the heels of a stunning collaboration in Tokyo, Japan last February and after much speculation, Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton announced earlier this month an eagerly anticipated collaboration at the 02 Arena London on February 13, 2010. The duo had only planned a one-night only performance which quickly sold out, and have this second and final show.
In what will be the must see shows of this decade Beck and Clapton will perform together and apart. The duo have shared the stage at Festivals and benefits previously, but the Japan shows at the Saitama Super Arena marked the first time they had shared the bill at a major arena. Both artists admitted to having a fantastic time on stage together and press gave rave reviews. The concerts were so spectacular for the musicians and fans alike, that the two decided to team up again at London’s prestigious 02 Arena.
Both Beck and Clapton have long and prestigious musical careers with countless honours and awards to their names. Beck has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice and Clapton is the only artist to be inducted three times. Their musical paths are linked together by the Yardbirds – a band that Clapton left in 1965 and his replacement, ironically, was Jeff Beck. Since those days, Beck and Clapton have remained friends, but have only performed together a few times over the years for an occasional song at a charity event. Now, more than 40 years after the Yardbirds disbanded, the two will join together on the same stage. The duo has said that no exact set list has been discussed but they plan to each do their own respective sets followed by a joint set that is expected to be longer than their first shows in Japan.
Jeff Beck’s recent release, Live at Ronnie Scotts DVD, has gone platinum in USA, Canada and Japan. Beck is currently recording his first studio album in five years in London with Trevor Horne and Steve Lipson producing. Eric Clapton’s recent release Crossroads Guitar Festival DVD has gone multi-platinum in the US. Clapton also just completed a sold-out North American tour with former Blind Faith band member Steve Winwood.
Ticket On-Sale Information
Tickets will go on-sale Friday, October 2. Tickets can be purchased via 24 hr ticket hotline 0870 735 5000 or www.bookingsdirect.com. (Maximum 6 tickets per household).
JEFF BECK and ERIC CLAPTON.
Only at The 02, London
Saturday, February 13, 2010
(London, UK) -- On the heels of a stunning collaboration in Tokyo, Japan last February and after much speculation, Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton announced today an eagerly anticipated collaboration at the 02 Arena London on February 13, 2010. In what will be one of the must see shows of this decade Beck and Clapton will perform together and apart. The duo have shared the stage at Festivals and benefits previously, but the Japan shows at the Saitama Super Arena marked the first time they had shared the bill at a major arena. Both artists admitted to having a fantastic time on stage together and press gave rave reviews. The concerts were so spectacular for the musicians and fans alike, that the two decided to team up again at London’s prestigious 02 Arena.
‘Eric and I played together in Japan earlier this year and had a blast. Since then we have been in regular contact and talked about doing a similar show for our fans. Looking forward to the show in 2010,” said Jeff Beck.
“I’ve always considered Jeff Beck to be one of the finest guitar players around. He’s a friend, a great guy, and a truly gifted musician. We had such a fun time in Japan that it seemed natural to play together again,” said Eric Clapton.
Both Beck and Clapton have long and prestigious musical careers with countless honours and awards to their names. Beck has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice and Clapton is the only artist to be inducted three times. Their musical paths are linked together by the Yardbirds – a band that Clapton left in 1965 and his replacement, ironically, was Jeff Beck. Since those days, Beck and Clapton have remained friends, but have only performed together a few times over the years for an occasional song at a charity event. Now, more than 40 years after the Yardbirds disbanded, the two will join together on the same stage. The duo has said that no exact set list has been discussed but they plan to each do their own respective sets followed by a joint set that is expected to be longer than their first shows in Japan.
Jeff Beck’s recent release, Live at Ronnie Scotts DVD, has gone platinum in USA, Canada and Japan. Beck is currently recording his first studio album in five years in London with Trevor Horne and Steve Lipson producing. Eric Clapton’s recent release Crossroads Guitar Festival DVD has gone multi-platinum in the US. Clapton also just completed a sold-out North American tour with former Blind Faith band member Steve Winwood.
Ticket On-Sale Information
Tickets will go on-sale Monday, September 28th. Tickets can be purchased via 24 hr ticket hotline 0870 735 5000 or www.bookingsdirect.com. (Maximum 4 tickets per household).
Jeff Beck and The Imelda May Band - special gig announced.
Guitar legend Jeff Beck will be performing with The Imelda May Band at indigO2 at The O2 in London on September 21st
Tickets are available exclusively to American Express Cardmembers and can be purchased via www.americanexpress.co.uk or www.ticketmaster.co.uk/amex
Ticket prices are as follows:
Floor standing £25
Kings Row £40
Balcony seated £35
Balcony standing £15
Tickets are limited to 6 per person and prices do not include booking fee.
www.theo2.co.uk/indigo2
Platinum awards for Live at Ronnie Scotts.
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The band were all presented with an award from Eagle Rock before they went on stage at the Royal Albert Hall on the 4th July.
This Platinum award was for the US sales of the DVD'Jeff Beck performing this week.. live at Ronnie Scott's'
Scatterbrain (Live) features on Guitar Hero 5.
Guitar Hero today confirmed two dozen rockin’ tracks which will be featured on Guitar Hero® 5’s massive 85-song on-disc set list. From the legendary folk rock sounds of Bob Dylan’s “All Along The Watchtower” to the thumping drums of Coldplay’s “In My Place”; indie darling Vampire Weekend’s memorable “A-Punk” to the Beastie Boys’ rock/hip-hop hit “Gratitude,” the game features the widest variety of today’s rock hits and classic tunes from some of the biggest names in music. Numerous bands are also making their music video game debut -- Band of Horses, Darkest Hour, Elliott Smith, John Mellencamp, Rose Hill Drive, The Bronx, Tom Petty and Vampire Weekend. Prior to its public release, Wolfmother’s first single off their upcoming album Cosmic Egg, “Back Round,” is now available for free digital download exclusively at gh5.guitarhero.com.
When Guitar Hero 5 ships on September 1, living-room rock stars will be able to rock any way they want, to the expansive set list including to these stellar tracks:
· Band Of Horses - “Cigarettes,
Wedding Bands”
· Beastie Boys - “Gratitude”
· Beck - “Gamma Ray”
· Billy Squier - “Lonely Is The Night”
· Blur - “Song 2”
· Bob Dylan - “All Along The Watchtower”
· Children Of Bodom - “Done With
Everything, Die For Nothing”
· Coldplay - “In My Place”
· Darkest Hour - “Demon(s)”
· David Bowie - “Fame”
· Deep Purple - “Woman From Tokyo ('99 Remix)”
· Elliott Smith - “L.A.”
· Iggy Pop - “Lust For Life (Live)”
· Jeff Beck - “Scatterbrain (Live)”
· John Mellencamp - “Hurts So Good”
· Kings Of Leon - “Sex On Fire”
· Queens Of The Stone Age - “Make It Wit Chu”
· Rose Hill Drive - “Sneak Out”
· Santana - “No One To Depend On (Live)”
· The Bronx - “Six Days A Week”
· Thrice - “Deadbolt”
· Tom Petty - “Runnin' Down A Dream”
· Vampire Weekend - “A-Punk”
· Wolfmother - “Back Round”
For more information about Guitar Hero 5, please visit gh5.guitarhero.com.
Jeff speaks at Press Conference before performing 2 show at the Jazz Festival .
Guitar icon Jeff Beck honoured at Montreal International Jazz Festival
By Nelson Wyatt – 11 hours ago
MONTREAL — Jeff Beck is a guitar god to some of his fans. He sees his hard-driving style somewhat differently.
"It's a form of musical Tourette's," he told a news conference at the Montreal International Jazz Festival on Monday. "It's involuntary spasm. I think it's probably a form of insanity, to be quite honest with you.
" I think most people who play are quite nuts. You become obsessed about sounds and positioning and notation and chords and we just get drawn into it. I try not to be boring and that's all it is."
A member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Beck has always been known as an innovator. He even made his own guitar out of cigar boxes and pieces of wood when he was a child.
He acknowledges that sometimes he makes a mistake despite his fans' insistence on greatness.
"If it's a great mistake, I put it in there and then expand it," he said, tapping his skull.
Beck was honoured at the jazz festival for a standout career which includes pioneering work using distortion, feedback and the fuzzbox and destroying rock's boundaries to explore jazz fusion.
One of his most notable career moves was joining the Yardbirds in 1965, teaming up with Jimmy Page. He also later had his own group, with Rod Stewart on vocals.
"It's hard to put the finger exactly where my present style comes from," the 65-year-old said of his current output, which has been described as a mix of guitar rock and electronica.
"It's just years of listening to people that I was drawn to, from rockabilly to the '60s - you know, Hendrix, and even Ravi Shankar, who twisted everything around for me."
He's also been influenced by music from Arab countries, he added.
"I don't care about politics or anything like that. If the song sounds good, I'll play it and try to embroider what's there and embellish it and try to make it my own."
Beck, whose concert at the festival sold out as quickly as his fingers race along his guitar, said he and his band will start in earnest on a new album at the beginning of August but he wasn't giving many clues about what will be on it.
"We're dreaming up ideas of how to modify existing songs," he said. "Hopefully, we'll be able to put some original stuff in as far as the 'up' stuff, the danceable stuff, the stuff with groove.
"There is a dilemma about whether to make it a double album with the tear-jerky stuff one side and the rock 'n' roll on the other but all will be revealed by the end of August or maybe September."
He did say the album will go for an "eclectic sound" and getting that means he'll use a variety of musicians in the disc's production.
But Beck says he is definitely sticking with his current band.
"They're great," he said. "You build up a camaraderie and I think anybody'll tell you that a band is better than pickup players any day of the week.
"You become a soap opera, you become a family, really, and you share travel griefs and misery and all the rest of it. We've been together for almost 18 months now. It would be a shame to spoil that."
He drew a few laughs when he talked about how he feels looking back on some of his old albums.
"It's like an old photo album where you think, 'Aww, sorry about the hair or the trousers."
But he allowed a lot of it stands up, particularly material he did with Jan Hammer.
Beck said one thing that pleases him is seeing the enduring popularity of the electric guitar, an instrument he says could have easily fallen down into "the black hole of nothingness."
An example of the electric guitar's popularity is Beck's inclusion on the latest version of the popular Guitar Hero video game, something he says has him plenty excited.
"Let's just see how excited I am when the cheque comes in," he joked.
For all his accolades, Beck says he never thinks of himself as a legend.
"It's very nice at this stage in my life to be listened to," he said.
Photo credit: Mick Taylor
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