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Rock Band 3: Localised Websites in United Kingdom, Germany, France and Sweden

September 2nd, 2010 Console Digest

MTV Games  and Harmonix Music Systems confirmed the launch of four websites catering to the European Rock Band fan base, in support of the coming release of Rock BandTM3. Rock Band 3 will be released 29 October in Europe and 28 October in Germany for Xbox 360 (MSRP £49.99), PlayStation 3 (MSRP £49.99), Nintendo Wii (MSRP /£39.99) and Nintendo DS (MSRP £24.99).

“The Rock Band community is one of the most vibrant in the world, and we’re pleased to give European Rock Band fans a localised place to go for news, forum postings and ecommerce,” said Roy Campbell, VP of MTV Games International. “We’re really looking forward to hearing from the international community, in their own voices.”

For the first time, Rock Band information will be available via localised, country-specific community forums for our fans in the United Kingdom, Germany, France and the Nordic region. Please visit the following sites for localized information on Rock Band 3:

  • www.RockBand3.co.uk
  • www.RockBand3.de
  • www.RockBand3.fr
  • www.RockBand.se

In addition to Rock Band franchise information and local community forums, the sites also include localised news features and links to an ecommerce store, operated by Mad Catz, where European community members can find Rock Band software, hardware and accessories. (more…)

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Rock Band: Going Country pack 04

August 28th, 2010 Console Digest

Harmonix and MTV Games today announced that a nine pack of country songs from artists including Eric Church, Jamey Johnson, Lady Antebellum and more will be added next week to the Rock Band Music Store of downloadable content for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii.

With more than 400 artists, including Jimi Hendrix, The Who, AC/DC and Green Day, who are exclusive to Rock Band, as well as more than 1,580 songs available through the Rock Band platform and 70 million songs sold through its download store alone, Rock Band is the undisputed sales and content leader in the interactive music space, providing the deepest and best selection of artists, songs and albums.

Rock Band DLC additions for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii
Dierks Bentley signed to Capitol Records Nashville in 2003 and the same year released his self-titled debut album, which was certified platinum, along with his second album, Modern Day Drifter. Its follow-up, Long Trip Alone, was certified gold, and Dierks Bentley released his fourth album, Feel That Fire in February 2009. From these four albums, 14 singles have made it to the country singles charts, and seven of those have reached No. 1, including his debut single, “What Was I Thinkin’,” which will be available in the Rock Band Music Store next week.

Eric Church released his debut album, Sinners Like Me, on Capitol Records in 2006, producing four chart singles on the Billboard country charts. He went on to release his second album, 2009′s Carolina, which includes “Hell on the Heart” which became a Top 10 hit. “Hell on the Heart” will be available for Rock Band next week. (more…)

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Rock Band: The Black Keys and Neon Trees make their debuts

August 15th, 2010 Laura Smith

American rock bands The Black Keys and Neon Trees will both make their debuts next week in the Rock Band Music Store of downloadable content for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Nintendo Wii.

“We’re excited to be part of the Rock Band world because the game really introduces artists to young kids,” said Tyler Glenn, lead vocalist and keyboardist for Neon Trees. “Any video game introducing kids to The Replacements and old REM is something I can get behind.”

With more than 400 artists, including Jimi Hendrix, The Who, AC/DC and Green Day, who are exclusive to Rock Band, as well as more than 1,570 songs available through the Rock Band platform and 70 million songs sold through its download store alone, Rock Band is the undisputed sales and content leader in the interactive music space, providing the deepest and best selection of artists, songs and albums.

Rock Band DLC additions for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 system and Wii
American blues-rock duo The Black Keys formed in 2001 in Ohio and have since released an impressive eight studio albums, including 2010’s Brothers, which debuted in May at No. 3 on the Billboard 200. The band’s music has been featured in films, including 2008’s RocknRolla, 2003’s School of Rock and 2009’s I Love You, Man; as well as television shows, including Dexter, Hung, Sons of Anarchy and Rescue Me. Next week, the band will make their debut in the Rock Band Music Store with a three pack of tracks. The Black Keys Pack 01 will feature “Strange Times” and “I Got Mine” from Attack & Release, the band’s fifth studio album, which debuted at No. 14 on the Billboard 200 when it was released in April 2008. “I Got Mine” was featured as No. 23 on The Rolling Stone’s list of the 100 Best Songs of 2008. The pack will also feature “Your Touch” from 2006’s Magic Potion. The band is currently touring the United States and Canada.

Picked by Rolling Stone as an Artist of the Week, Neon Trees will also make their Rock Band debut next week with a three pack of songs. The band received notoriety when they were chosen to open for The Killers during their 2008 tour and put out their debut album this year. Three songs from that album, “Sins of My Youth,” “1983” and “Animal,” which cracked the Billboard Hot 100 and reached No.3 on the Billboard Alternative Rock chart, will be available as Neon Trees Pack 01 next week. The band is currently touring the United States with Paper Tongues and 30 Seconds to Mars.

Available on Xbox 360, Wii and PlayStation 3 system (Aug. 17):

  • The Black Keys – “Strange Times”
  • The Black Keys – “I Got Mine”
  • The Black Keys – “Your Touch”
  • Neon Trees – “Animal”
  • Neon Trees – “Sins of My Youth”
  • Neon Trees – “1983”

(All tracks are original master recordings)
(These tracks will be available in Europe on PlayStation 3 system Aug. 18)

These tracks will be available for purchase as “The Black Keys Pack 01” and “Neon Trees Pack 01,” as well as individual tracks, on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 system, and as individual tracks only on Wii.

Price:
£.99 UK, (160 Microsoft Points) per track
(200 Wii PointsTM) per track
£2.49 UK (440 Microsoft Points) for The Black Keys Pack 01 or Neon Trees Pack 01

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Rock Band 3 Pre-Order Campaign

July 20th, 2010 Console Digest

With more than 30 awards and nominations following its impressive E3 2010 debut, including multiple Best Music and Best Casual/Social game accolades, Rock Band 3 will feature an incredible 83-song setlist and access to far more music than any other music game, as well as innovative new gameplay modes and instruments. The game will ship on October 26, 2010 in North America for Xbox 360 (MSRP: $59.99), PlayStation 3 (MSRP: $59.99), Nintendo Wii (MSRP: $59.99), and Nintendo DS (MSRP: $29.99).

GameStop Pre-order* Opportunity:
GameStop shoppers who reserve Rock Band 3 for PlayStation 3 system or Xbox 360 in advance receive three downloadable Rock Band songs at launch:

  • Burning Down the House by Talking Heads
  • My Own Summer by Deftones
  • Blue Monday by New Order

Amazon Pre-order* Opportunity:
Amazon shoppers who reserve Rock Band 3 for PlayStation 3 system, Xbox 360 and Wii in advance will receive access to an exclusive in-game guitar. Additionally, for a limited time only, PlayStation 3 system and Xbox 360 owners who pre-order Rock Band 3 in advance on Amazon will receive $10 off a future videogame purchase.

Wal-Mart Pre-order* Opportunity:
Walmart.com shoppers who reserve Rock Band 3 for PlayStation 3 , Xbox 360 and Wii in advance will receive a $10 eGift card for a limited time.

*Conditions and restrictions apply. Please see retailer for details.

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Creedence Clearwater Revival make their Rock Band debut

July 6th, 2010 Laura Smith

Creedence Clearwater Revival will make their Rock Band debut next week in the Rock Band Music Store of downloadable content for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Nintendo Wii.

With more than 400 artists, including Jimi Hendrix, The Who, AC/DC and Green Day, who are exclusive to Rock Band, as well as more than 1,500 songs available through the Rock Band platform and 70 million songs sold through its download store alone, Rock Band is the undisputed sales and content leader in the interactive music space, providing the deepest and best selection of artists, songs and albums.

Rock Band DLC additions for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 system and Wii
In the short years that Creedence Clearwater Revival were active, the band, composed of John Fogerty, Tom Fogerty, Stu Cook and Doug Clifford, racked up quite an array of hit singles, and now fans of the roots rock band will be able to play those songs in Rock Band.

Although the band is known for their southern rock sound, CCR actually formed in the San Francisco area in the late 60s. The band went on to sell 26 million albums in the United States alone, before disbanding in 1972, and was inducted into the U.S. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993. “Creedence Clearwater Revival Pack 01” will feature 12 of the bands biggest hits, available next week in the Rock Band Music Store.

Available on Xbox 360®, Wii and PlayStation 3 system (July 6):

  • “Bad Moon Rising” +
  • “Born on the Bayou” +
  • “Down on the Corner” +
  • “Fortunate Son (Original Version)” +
  • “Green River” +
  • “I Heard It Through the Grapevine” +
  • “Lookin’ Out My Back Door” +
  • “Proud Mary” +
  • “Run Through the Jungle”
  • “Travelin’ Band” +
  • “Up Around the Bend” +
  • “Who’ll Stop the Rain” +

(All tracks are original master recordings)

(These tracks will be available in Europe on PlayStation 3 system July 7)

These tracks will be available for purchase as “Creedence Clearwater Revival Pack 01” as well as individual tracks on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 system, and as individual tracks only on Wii. Songs marked with “+” will also be available in the family-friendly LEGO® Rock Band Music Store.

Price: $1.99 USD, £.99 UK, €1.49 EU (160 Microsoft Points) per track

$19.99, £9.99 UK, €14.99 EU (1600 Microsoft Points) for Creedence Clearwater Revival Pack 01
$2.00 USD (200 Wii PointsTM) per track

** Dates for Rock Band game tracks are tentative and subject to change. **

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