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When my kids said they wanted Rock Band, I rolled my eyes. But now I'm just as hooked on the game as they are.

Harmonix, the MTV-owned game studio that developed the music video game Rock Band, announced today that it will release the highly-anticipated Rock Band 2 in September.

The rhythm based game Guitar Hero will be making its next generation debut on Microsoft's Xbox 360.

Ever wanted to rock it out with Queen or AC DC? Ever dream about performing More then a Feeling with Boston? Well with Guitar Hero you can do just that thanks to the guys at Harmonix studios.

Can the follow up to the award winning Guitar Hero II surpass its predecessor, or will it fall off the stage trying?

Guitar Hero is one of those excellent games that comes along once in a while. It blows everyone away so much that nobody looks beyond the hype. Now somebody does.

Guitar Hero plans to release the Guitar Hero 3 wireless controller. The controller will allow users to play the game while not having to be connected to the gaming platform.

Guitar Hero II jams into the player's heart one fret at a time, and although the difficulty is ramped way up in some songs this time around, it's still one heck of an enjoyable, addictive game.

An overview of skills and techniques useful to master the video game Guitar Hero

Describes how popular games similar to guitar hero have become.

The phenomenon of Guitar Hero now explodes even further, making the leap from record-smashing video game to the world of specialty clothing, with the introduction of Guitar Hero shirts! Here's a list of the best shirts, and how to buy them.

Guitar Hero 3

The rivalry between Guitar Hero and Rock Band is about to heat up even more with the announcement of Guitar Hero World Tour for the Nintendo Wii, Playstation 2, Playstation 3 and Xbox 360.

Little did I know that after playing just a few songs on Guitar Hero I would be hooked for life. The addicting gameplay and challenging levels prevented me from putting the game down and I cannot say that I regret it. Everyone truly needs to play this.

Guns 'n Roses? Check. Butthole Surfers? Check. Rush? Check. We miss anything? Oh yeah! FREE BIRD!

I bought Guitar Hero II as a Christmas present for my younger brother in high school, and for the past three days we haven't been able to stop playing! GH2 is without a doubt the most addictive game I've played in years...

The growing legacy of Guitar Hero, focusing on the latest installment, Guitar Hero II.

Many people have spent hours playing guitar hero. People host guitar hero parties. They opt to stay in drink and play the game with their friends instead of going out to the bars. Why the addiction? How does one know when they are addicted?

There are some of us who can really rock. Some of us think we can. Now, after RedOctane's newest release, it really doesn't matter how good you are with a real guitar. Guitar Hero II is out, and there's some fun waiting for rockers who are willing to foot the bill.

Here are some tips to help you take your Guitar Hero skills to the next level.

So, you've never played the original Guitar Hero and the commercials and kiosks at Best Buy have piqued your curiosity. The first question you ask yourself is, "Do I really want to spend $70 to $110 for a single video game?"

Guitar Hero is a revolutionary game for the Playstation 2 gaming system. Like its name, Guitar Hero allows the player to take over the role of a lead guitar player in a band. What make this game truly unique are the controller choices.

Guitar Hero comes in a package deal; it includes the PS2 game, a plastic guitar controller with strap, and a few stickers for accessorizing the guitar. Other guitar skins can be bought, and even personalized, on Ebay.com.

The "Guitar Hero" series and, most recently, "Rock Band" have been criticized by musicians everywhere. Some find the idea of cheap plastic guitars appalling. However, playing "Rock Band" can be a great way to work on your rhythm, hand strength and vocal skills.

The top 20 alternative rock bands of 2006 that took spots 21-30 of the top 30 list all had at least one worthwhile alternative song that enjoyed some airplay on alternative radio.

Available only on the PS2 for a long time, Guitar Hero is finally hitting the Xbox. Still one of the hottest video games even five months after its launch, Guitar Hero II comes out today for the Xbox 360.

Rock Band 2 preview for Xbox 360 and Ps3.

Guitar Hero is a game that lets whoever plays it pretend that they can play the guitar and can play in front of people. A very popular accessory to the game is the Guitar Hero T-shirt.

More Guitar Hero, more teased hair, less than stellar package.

The developer behind the "Guitar Hero" video game franchise today announced "Rock Band," an all-new music-based game that takes the ideas of "Guitar Hero" to another level.

RedOctane co-founder and president Kai Huang confirmed rumors today announcing that 'Guitar Hero III' will be available on all the next generation video games systems, the Microsoft Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and Nintendo Wii.

Music games go head to head: Battle of the Bands VS. Guitar Hero

Got question about paid video game testing? Well then, you've come to the right place. Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about professional game testing, which are accompanied by the answers!

The experience of playing in a band with your friends is well worth the high price of admission in Rock Band.

This response is for the myriad observers, family, and friends who want to know why I don't play a "real" instrument.

Join us as we review Harmonix' great new game Rock Band.

Rock Band Songs profiled.

It was inevitable that Guitar Hero would have some competition with an upcoming music software called Guitar Rising. And it's with one little (or big) improvement that will prove hard to resist: You can play rock guitar on a real guitar via a USB plug-in...

Guitar Hero is a game currently sweeping the nation, so wouldn't you say it's about time you learned how to play? Read and see how the game works, what the controller used is like and how to become a talented "Guitar Hero" in little time.

Looking for detailed instructions on how to make a PS Guitar Hero controller?

A rock band tours. Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and British Columbia in Canada and have adventures along the way Keywords "touring Canada."

Introduction to Guitar Hero 2 and game tips.

Guitar Hero is a great game, but many players become frustrated with the difficult controls and lack of hand eye coordination. With these tips and tricks though you'll be rocking out like a true guitar hero in no time.

If you have not played the game Guitar Hero, then you have no clue just how cool it is to wear one of the new guitar hero t-shirts.

The next Guitar Hero game is now confirmed for the Nintendo Wii and other consoles. The new title will be released later this year.

So you've just gotten one of the various Guitar Hero games and are really enjoying it. But then you hit 'that song', the one you just can't beat. Check this guide for some beginner and advanced tips!

Vedera has proven themselves to be more than just another female-fronted indie rock band.

A review of the second games in the Guitar Hero series.

Frequent playing of Guitar Hero may lead to pains, should you worry?

Improve your Guitar Hero skills with one simple change in your grip.

Why do so many people like the game "Guitar Hero"? If they want to play the guitar so badly then get a real guitar.

The game that's received a lot of hype in the Guitar Hero was released this week. Guitar Hero Encore: Rocks the 80s is a game that features songs that were popular in the 80s.

Guitar Hero is a highly addictive game put out by Red Octane that combines concepts of Karaoke and game play

Looking for the latest Guitar Hero III Cheats? Here are several Guitar Hero III Cheats for you to use. Some are as simple as entering color patterns, while other require completing modes on a on certain levels!

Want to unlock a lot of features for Guitar Hero III but don't have the time to beat it? Just use these cheat codes for Xbox 360, PS2, PS3 and Wii.

Review Of Guitar Hero III, or "Why I woke up late for work yesterday".

If you're addicted to Guitar Hero, I hope you didn't see this episode

A look at the pending console and PC Game Guitar Hero 3 Legends of Rock.

The original Guitar Hero was one of the most innovative music video games ever created.

Despite having only been on the scene for a few years, the Guitar Hero series has become extremely popular. Can Guitar Hero III continue this legacy?

These are just a few of the cheat codes that I know of for Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock. Have fun!!!

With over 71 tracks, Guitar Hero III promises to be the hardest rocking entry in the famed series of games. But what tracks will we be playing over and over again, and what songs will we just play to get through them?

Why Legends of Rock is the perfect hier to the Guitar Hero throne!

A breakdown of the hugely anticipated Guitar Hero 3: Legends of Rock

The Guitar Hero series continues to captivate us with the latest game, Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock.

It's hard for me to even pretend that I'm a god of the guitar. So I'm ready to pitch a game which will be made for all the former and current (and even future) band geeks out there. Clarinet Hero.

Hard Rock Park's headliner is a thrilling roller coaster that does a great job of incorporating the music of a legendary rock band.

Heather Shockley is the talented lead vocalist for the German hard rock band, Rock Ignition. Born in beautiful Mallorca (Spain), Shockley is one of the shining stars in this very talented band. She has a powerful delivery and the lyrics are clear and true

Paul Diamond Blow's list of the ten very best punk rock albums ever, and explanations of what makes them so gosh dang good...

Van Halen will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2007. Forget the drama, the music is what matters.

GoldylockS, a local Nashville rock band, sounds like nobody you've ever heard. Goldy, the lead singer, is recognized as a TNA wrestling personality, but her solid powerful voice makes you remember her as a strong, confident woman.

Not a celebrity tour, but a guide to the L.A. bars that really rock! Read on for the best-kept secrets of the L.A. underbelly.

How to get two free Disturbed songs for Rock Band.

A re-vamped Asobi Seksu, Japanese-fronted indie rock from Brooklyn, revives 90's shoegaze and noise-pop, with a hint of Shibuya-kei.

Best described as happy garage rock by the Detroit News, Motor City's The Badways, sounds most like an updated 60s rock band.

Queen is a rock band that has influenced many and is loved by many more. There songs are staples to a lot of us and will live forever in the hearts of fans everywhere. Queen Under Review takes us behind the scenes from 1980 to 1991.

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock for PlayStation 3 was originally released on November 23, 2007. This was the first Guitar Hero released that had Neversoft Entertainment, replacing Harmonix, as the developer.

Any alternative rock band with a great song released in 2006 could have made the list of top alternative rock bands of 2006.

Bands of familiarity such as Green Day, Foo Fighters, 311, Weezer, and Nine Inch Nails released several hits each as we witnessed solid hits by newer bands such as Crossfade, My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, 10 Years, and Dark New Day.

Written by a pair of certified rock snobs, Vanity Fair columnists David Kamp and Steven Daly, this dictionary of rock-and-roll terms is both witty, cantankerous, and of course, snotty enough to satisfy any rock snob's quest for information.

Some helpful hints for stepping up your game in the ultra-popular Rock Band video game.

Unique music from the accomplished alternative side of life. Indie-rock, some Hinder,A Band of Bees, Infadel, Catnip and the Decemberist. Crafted with precision and honesty.

In this article I detail five main points to consider when beginning to learn to play guitar, beginning with equipment selection and ending with maintenance.

The 60s was a time of dissent, and one of its most foremost icons was Jimi Henrix, who died at the height of a promising career. Did he succumb to a hedonistic lifestyle of sex, drugs and rock n roll? Or did he become a threat to high authority?

While Rock Band on Playstation 2 doesn't allow downloads or character personalization like the same game does on Playstation 3 or XBox, it is still a great game to play solo or with a group of friends.

5 easy steps to become a master at guitar!

Let me remind you before I get started that this list will only contain collective bands, and will not contain any solo artists or duets, Let me also tell you that this list is purely my personal opinion, but it is an educated and experienced opinion.

The top 20 alternative rock bands of 2006 that took spots 11-20 of the top 20 all had at least one great alternative song that enjoyed some airplay on alternative radio.

An interview with guitarist Warren Haynes, one of the most sought-after musicians in the classic roots rock genre. Haynes currently plays for his own band Gov't Mule as well as for classic touring acts including The Allman Brothers Band and The Dead.

I'm sure many of you (or some) have read reviews about Guitar Hero III and how it has a big challenge in Rock Band or have read how Rock Band is the game to beat. Well, despite all excess bias and conclusions, it is time that I dish out my perspective.

Review of the game that can make non musicians feel like Mega Rock Stars

Boost Mobile Rock Corps and Essence "Take back the music" connect music with social change.

Smash your way through to the hard levels with these cheat codes. And, yeah, here are the codes to all sorts of other crazy stuff in the game too.

It's what every Guitar Hero fan has fantasized since day one, and it's finally here.

I have had more fun with this game then any other party style game before!