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Activision's newest Guitar Hero looks a lot like Rock Band -- but with new features like an eight-player "Battle of the Bands" mode, a music studio, and more.

While both excellent games, Harmonix' Rock Band series edges out the competition - for now at least.

In Activision's upcoming Guitar Hero: Aerosmith game, players will be able to follow the history of the popular band Aerosmith from their high school days to major fame.

There's nothing here that changes the foundations of Guitar Hero, but Metallica have made this the most challenging game of the franchise so far.

Activision has announced that standalone controllers for their blockbuster video game Guitar Hero World Tour will be available on February 15.

The Guitar Hero craze is now going portable with Activision's Guitar Hero: On Tour for Nintendo DS, complete with a special grip controller and a diverse song set list.

Anybody can learn to play like an expert on Guitar Hero or Rock Band. All it takes is a little time, a little practice, and a willingness to try again after failing.

Guitar Hero World Tour added singing and drumming to Guitar Hero gameplay. But the drum kit has had problems, and demand has risen for third-party drum controllers.

It's the classic dilemma. Two competing formats-which is better? Rock Band or Guitar Hero? Here's a brief comparison of game play, songs and instruments.

With millions of copies of video games such as Guitar Hero and Rock Band flying off of retailers' shelves, how will this affect an up and coming generation musically?

These free songs are available to all on the XBOX 360 for the game Guitar Hero 3.

The switch from medium to hard difficulty can be a daunting one for Guitar Hero and Rock Band guitar players. These techniques will ease the transition.

The items that are available for free on the XBOX Live marketplace for the Guitar Hero World Tour game.

Some of punks most influential bands with a bit of a new twist, these songs are perfect selections for bass players who are just starting out.

Tired of Guitar Hero? The upcoming Wii game Battle of the Bands introduces new ideas to the music and rhythm genre and takes advantage of the Wii's remote.

A quick look at the pros and cons of the Rock Band 2 and Guitar Hero World Tour drum kits.

In an interview with Suite101.com, guitarist Brian Kahanek discusses what it's like to be a real Guitar Hero.

Guitar Hero is a new phenomenon in the rhythm genre. But what is it that makes it so great?

There is no denying that the music game has become a phenomenon. Harmonix has discovered the perfect formula for fun with Rock Band 2. No gamer should miss it.

Choosing Christmas gifts the whole family can enjoy like Mindflex, Wii, Xbox 360, Nintendo DS and Guitar Hero means making choices that won't break the family budget.

Despite the advent of illegal downloading and file-sharing software, the piracy-plagued music industry is receiving a boost from an unlikely saviour - video games!

In the land of interactive media, strong game character development is a necessity. Without this, the chances of a successful interactive game can be severely compromised

Also during June 2008, Metal Gear Solid 4 and Guitar Hero On Tour topped the game sales charts as Nintendo Wii and Nintendo DS topped the console sales charts.

MTV Games, Harmonix and Apple Corps. announced an exclusive partnership today that will see music by The Beatles appearing in a video game for the first time in 2009.

With Ultimate Band for the Nintendo Wii and DS, Disney makes its leap into the ever-crowding music genre, though this title won't feature any famous Disney characters.

Non-gamers can play video games online to pass the time, but when they get hooked - which they will - they can rent or buy their favorite games, online as well.

The music games genre is dominated by two brands - Rock Band and Guitar Hero. Harmonix Music Systems was actually the original developer of both properties.

Electronic Arts' upcoming Rock Band for Wii will include the basic gameplay of the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions, but without online play or downloadable content.

Ever since the Fab Four took the stage, fans have dreamed of being part of the band. A new game makes it possible, but the happiness is more than being part of the legend

The following websites provide hours of non-stop fun, for free. These totally entertaining and wacky websites beat boredom, are great time-wasters and are just plain fun.

The Beatles Rock Band shows that the fab four are still musically and economically viable forty years after their demise.

Rock Band creators Harmonix confirm that a Beatles music video game with contributions from Sir Paul McCartney, Yoko Ono Lennon and Ringo Starr is under development.

For most tweens and teens life revolves around their laptops, iPods, Mp3 players, TV and game systems like the Xbox 360, PS3 and Nintendo DSi. Choose gifts wisely.

Although it's not quite as revolutionary as the other versions, PS2's Rock Band is still something music sim lovers can enjoy.

The NPD Group has released its list of the top 20 best-selling videogames for the month of October, and Fable II has claimed the top spot.

Families have a variety of activities during the week; however, the most important one is sharing time together. Consider a family night each week.

Jeff Healey, one of Canada's finest guitar heroes, died of cancer on March 2, 2008, after battling the disease that left him blind at an early age for most of his life.

5 guitar stomp boxes that have become standard for the modern rock guitar player.

Nyko's new foot pedal, the Metal Pedal, will be offering an alternative to the generic foot pedals of Rock Band 2 and Guitar: World Tour.

Before settling for an expensive musical instrument, aspiring musicians or those who simply love to groove should try playing some notes on these Wii games.

Whether it's Monopoly or Candy Land, there is a game that exists that every family member can play together. Weekly game nights bring families closer and create memories.

A Rock Band fan? These are the free song downloads for the XBOX 360 for the Rock Band 2 disc.

According to the May 2008 NPD video game sales numbers, the Wii is again the top selling video game console, while Grand Theft Auto IV is the best selling video game.

This summer, SEGA plans to release a sequel to the popular Dreamcast game Samba de Amigo. This time, though, the Nunchuck and Wiimote will serve as players' maracas.

Sifting through Buckethead's 28 albums for mind-bending solos can be time-consuming. Here is a list of 10 amazing guitar solos every guitarist should hear.

The Mobile phone industry changed in 2002 with the introduction of the BlackBerry smartphone - now available with many accessories and applications in stores worldwide.

Since the abrupt death of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, many have expressed their sorrow. Avant-garde guitarist, Buckethead, in his own way, says goodbye, too.

The eccentric virtuoso guitarist, Buckethead is responsible for 28 solo albums. Here is a list and discussion of five albums that exhibit his remarkable talent.

Sifting through Buckethead's 28 albums for his greatest pieces can be time-consuming. Here is a list of five amazing tracks that every guitarist should hear.

Tips for parents helping a child choose which instrument to play in the school orchestra; and options for adults looking to start a new musical hobby.