Posts Tagged ‘Rock Band’

Rock Band Weekly Download - B-52s, Faith No More and Kiss

February 4th, 2008

Like clockwork, Monday means a new DLC announcement but this batch is pretty odd, if not disappointing. For $1.99 (160 Microsoft Points) each, we have songs from the B-52s, Faith No More and Kiss.



Rock Band Rumored Downloads for March

January 31st, 2008

We aren’t even out of January yet and already we’re getting leaks of the Rock Band DLC schedule for March! Scans of the latest OXM have hit the net revealing a pretty good mix of songs coming out. Barring any changes, we have…



Rock Band Weekly Download - C&C, Rush and Smashing Pumpkins

January 29th, 2008

Just a friendly reminder that the previously announced DLC for the week of January 28th is up on Xbox Live Marketplace and will hit the Playstation Network on Thursday. Just to clarify, this week’s releases are individual tracks, not a bundle as previously reported.



Rock Band Standalone Instruments Priced and Dated

January 24th, 2008

If you have been stuck using your old crusty Explorer and headset to play Rock Band, get ready to experience the joy of drums and/or solo buttons! Harmonix, MTV and EA have unveiled the details on the standalone instruments pricing and release dates.



Rock Band Rumored Downloads for January

January 17th, 2008

Yesterday Xbox.com briefly updated, showing the scheduled Rock Band DLC for the rest of January. The information has since been taken down, but not before the Internet got a hold of it. Preview the Oasis and Progressive Pack inside!



Rock Band stage coming in June

January 14th, 2008

Or at least so says Gamespot. I’m not sure if Gamestop meant to post this yet, but considering the listing is still up i assume they did. Of course there are no details on the listing now, but the guys at Engadget saw a bit more earlier. This little baby is apparently […]



Rock Band Weekly Download - The Monkees?! Plus OXM Track Videos

January 14th, 2008

This week’s batch of DLC is eclectic to say the least. We have the Monkees, Sweet and Blink 182 plus a look at the tracks on the February OXM Bonus Disc from Bang Camaro, Freezepop and Count Zero!



Rock Band Gum Rubber Drum Mod Review

January 6th, 2008

Like many Rock Band owners, I was sick and tired of the loud “clacking” sound and horrible rebound that is offered by the stock Rock Band Drum controller. After spending some time on the official Rockband forums, and even our very own AltGN forums, I came across a mod that promises to solve both problems: The Gum Rubber Drum Mod.



“Pedal Metal” Rock Band Bass Pedal Reinforcement

January 1st, 2008

Worried about that bass pedal snapping? We put the “Pedal Metal” Rock Band Bass Pedal Reinforcement from DB Enterprises to the test.



Rock Band Weekly Download

January 1st, 2008

It’s scientifically proven* that the best cure for a hangover is Rock Band DLC and this week’s batch is a good one. Back at 2 bucks a track, we have “Gimme Three Steps” by Lynyrd Skynyrd, “Limelight” as made famous by Rush, and “Hard to Handle” as made famous by the Black Crowes.



Best drum mod for Rock Band yet?

December 27th, 2007

While browsing the tubes today I came across an interesting little mod for the Rock Band drum kit. I know a lot of people have had issues with their bass pedal breaking and then having to wait for EA to replace it. Well it you are willing to spend $15-$30 you can make […]



Rock Band Weekly Download

December 24th, 2007

The latest batch of DLC for Rock Band has been announced, and well, it’s cheap at least. Songs from 30 Seconds to Mars, All-American Rejects and The Sounds come out Christmas Day for 99 cents each.



Rock Band Weekly Download - Weezer, Radiohead and Pretenders

December 18th, 2007

We’ve got three individual songs for this week’s scheduled dose of Rock Band goodness. Topping the list is “Buddy Holly” by Weezer, a song sure to be huge at Rock Band parties. Next up is “My Iron Lung” by Radiohead, a nice complement to “Creep.” And last, and arguably least, is “Brass in Pocket” as made famous by the Pretenders.



Updated - Guitar Wars: Activision Blocks PS3 Compatibility Patch

December 12th, 2007

The Rock Band vs. Guitar Hero battle has always been heated, but now it is just getting nasty. In what can only be described as a dick move, Activision has reportedly blocked a patch that would allow PS3 users to play Rock Band with the Guitar Hero III Les Paul controller.



Rock Band Punk Pack Out

December 11th, 2007

The Rock Band DLC train keeps on rolling with the release of Punk Pack 01. At 440 MS Points, or 160 Points each, the pack contains “I Fought the Law” by The Clash, “Rockaway Beach” by the Ramones and “Ever Fallen in Love” as made famous by Buzzcocks.