Consumed Links - September 1, 2010

Let's just get to it.


Donald Duck appears to be in hot water as a woman is suing Disney for allegedly being groped. 


From smokinggun.com : " 'While visiting Epcot Center in Florida, a Pennsylvania woman alleges that a Disney employee dressed as Donald Duck grabbed her breast and molested her after she sought an autograph.' "
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The RIAA and the National Association of Broadcasters are reportedly lobbying for FM Radio receivers to be put on all portable devices.... (read more) 


Jim Jarmusch is reportedly working on a documentary about Iggy Pop. 


From Clashmusic.com " ' Iggy Pop is a force of nature. As frontman with The Stooges the singer helped set out the punk template, with loud guitars, screaming vocals and plenty of audience provoking antics during a live show.' " (read more)


While Donald Duck is in trouble, American Airlines is in its own hot water as a woman is suing them for a few things... and especially for what ended up in her hair. 


Eurthisnthat.com reports " 'We’ve all heard of the “friendly skies”, but some people have gotten carried away.  A 21-year-old woman has filed a $200,000 lawsuit against American Airlines alleging employees on a flight from Dallas to Los Angeles didn’t watch her back while she slept.  But, someone else did.' "
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And finally....


Have you ever wondered how hurricanes get their names? mental_floss answers... 
(How Hurricanes Get Their Names)

Avenged Sevenfold Drummer Dies

Jimmy Sullivan, aka “The Rev,” was found dead in his home in Huntington Beach, California, Monday December 28. He was 28 years old.

Police at the scene stated that it appears that he died of natural causes but an autopsy will be performed by the county coroner.

Currently the band was working on their fifth album, a follow-up to 2007’s self-titled album. The new album was due sometime in mid 2010.

I send my condolences to his wife and family.

 

From the band’s website:

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we tell you of the passing today of Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan. Jimmy was not only one of the world's best drummers, but more importantly he was our best friend and brother. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jimmy's family and we hope that you will respect their privacy during this difficult time.

Jimmy you are forever in our hearts.
We love you.

M Shadows, Synyster Gates, Zacky Vengeance and Johnny Christ

Is This A Metal Fans Dream? The Rumors Were True!

As recently posted on Metallica’s website:

Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth, and Anthrax . . . the rumors are true!

You've been posting and chatting about it for months and we're here now to confirm it . . . Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth, and Anthrax will all share the same stage for the first time EVER! Look for the four of us at the Sonisphere shows in Warsaw, Poland and Prague, Czech Republic on June 16 and 19, 2010 with a few more of the festival dates still in the works, you can be sure these shows won't be the only ones.

In the words of Lars: "Who would have thought that more than 25 years after its inception, thrash metal's big 4 would not only still be around and more popular than ever, but will now play together for the first time...what a mindfuck! Bring it on!"

What more can we say??

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Actually, I don’t think that there is much more they could say.  The question is…… how many of you still care?

In Other News...

Another round-up of things going on.....

There is a remake of the 80's movie (and tv show) "Fame". Kelsey Grammar is said to be in one of the stars. ---hollywood reporter.

A plan to offer free, pornography-free wireless Internet service is being pushed by FCC Chairman Kevin Martin --wall street journal.

Rock band Creed to reunite? Why? ----yahoo

Spin Magazine poses the question.... IS SAMPLING DYING???

Yet another way for artists to get their music out to their fans.... Nextune/music industry news

Murs For President Free Podcast--zune

And finally....this is great.....

70’s Rock stars at their parents houses --thanks alot to noise addicts for making my day!