- Strokes frontman Julian Casablancas tells the NME he plans to release “I Wish It Was Christmas Today” as a holiday single 7″ in December (the song is available as a bonus track on iTunes now). The chipper little tune originated on an episode of SNL, when it was performed by Horatio Sanz, Jimmy Fallon, Chris Kataan and Tracy Morgan.
- Chris Brown has revealed the cover for his December 15th album Graffiti via Twitter. He stands against a futuristic backdrop holding an electric guitar and a can of spray paint that’s aimed at a crew of cartoon characters.
- The Stone Roses’ Ian Brown has been arrested for suspected domestic abuse. The BBC reports Brown was released on bail and will return to court in December.
- On November 9th at 6 p.m., New York City’s Riverside Church will host a memorial for Peter, Paul and Mary singer Mary Travers. The event is free and open to the public, and will feature Pete Seeger, Whoopi Goldberg, Dolores Huerta and more participants.
Article Source: Rolling Stone : Rock and Roll Daily