New Track on Chinese Democracy to Appear on Rock Band: A track titled ‘Shackler’s Revenge’ that is on Axl Rose’s long awaited album Chinese Democracy will appear on the video game Rock Band 2. Guitar Hero 2 is due out in September and Axl Rose has claimed the album is finished.

Speaking about video games, the company Activision Blizzard who releases Guitar Hero wants to open their own digital music store that can compete with iTunes. The Guitar Hero Franchise which sold 20 million copies and earned over a billion dollars could be a viable competitor.

Music Conferences: Dewey Beach Music Conference will be held September 25 through the 28th. Bands must apply to showcase by July 15th. Register early for your DBMC badge.

The Meany Fest will be held in NYC and will feature hundreds of bands. Last year over 260 bands performed and approximately 15,000 people attended. Submission deadline is July 31st.

Recommended Show: The Rise of Science will be performing at The Knitting Factory on July 16th in Los Angeles. For fans of Paper Route, Mute Math, and Kaddisfly.

New Anticipated Stream: Listen to the new Hinder song titled ‘Use Me‘ which was produced by Brian Howes. The track has an old school AC/DC feel. The new record has a November release date.

New Music: Listen to ‘Slow Dance With A Stranger‘ by Danger Radio. For fans of early Panic At The Disco. The record was released last week via Photo Finish/ Atlantic. Photo Finish is an imprint label owned by booking agent Matt Galle who books My Chemical Romance, Boys Like Girls, Metro Station, and Circa Survive.

Bringing the Rock Back: Check out the article in the NY Times that discusses the preparation of the Slipknot tour. Yes, the biggest metal act in the world is ready to release their new record.

Cost of Producing Movies is Skyrocketing: The music business is in rough times, but so is Hollywood. The cost of producing, marketing and distribution of specialty films has increased at unprecedented levels and “indie” divisions are coming under increased scrutiny from corporate parents. Paramount is consolidating by folding the marketing, distribution and physical production departments of Paramount Vantage into the larger studio.