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The twenty free songs available to download for Rock Band 2 are listed and provide confusion and many questions as to the intentions of how each song was picked.

Rock Band 2, currently released for Xbox 360 and the PS3, is a well-appointed upgrade to the already stellar Rock Band franchise.

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

Recently, MTV and Harmonix revealed the song list for its upcoming game, Rock Band 2, which will ship in September for the Xbox 360 and later for the Wii, PS2 and PS3.

Those who own Rock Band for PlayStation 2 or Wii and wish they had access to downloadable content will soon have a solution in the form of Rock Band Track Pack Volume 1.

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.

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.

For some devoted rock fans-turned-gamers, it was just a nasty rumor. But thanks to country music's perpetual fan base and popularity, "Rock Band'" is diversifying.

Harmonix continues the success of their hit music game by releasing new songs and features under the same formula as the previous title.

Rock Band developer Harmonix claims that a person who can play Rock Band on expert can play real drums. How much of Rock Band drumming translates to real drumming skill?

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.

Rock Band drumming can actually be a pretty effective teacher of legitimate drumming skills - but there are some things it can't teach.

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.

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

Classic rock band, Journey, has gone through changes over the years. They re-emerge with a new lead singer to bring back a familiar, yet new, mix of sounds.

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.

A review of ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead's first album release, since their 2007 split from longtime record label, Interscope Records.

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 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?

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

After 15-years Grammy winners Audio Adrenaline is saying “adios,” offering one more nod to its considerable fan base with “Adios: The Greatest Hits,” releasing Aug. 1.

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.

Bell X1 are one of Ireland's most successful alternative rock bands. Here's a quick look at who they are and how they are gaining worldwide popularity.

Circleslide frontman, Gabe Martinez, tells a funny story in his website blog about a chance encounter with Nicole Kidman and his star-struck reaction to her.

Picking up from Part 1 of my interview with Gabe Martinez of Circleslide, I asked about life on the road.

Gabe Martinez seems to really understand how to reach different kinds of people, and some of his past experiences help you see why.

The British hard rock band, Deep Purple, is often also considered one of the founding bands of Heavy Metal. Their story is long and interesting.

Black Sabbath changed rock music forever by blending macabre lyrics and dark, minor key chords to invent what is now referred to as Heavy Metal.

The band Led Zeppelin, one of the most recognizable names in rock music, was the brainchild of guitarist Jimmy Page. The group formed in 1968.

DecembeRadio’s debut on Slanted Records’ is petal-to-the-metal hook-heavy hard rock, and they’re as in your face with their faith as they are with their sound. Glorious.

Deep Purple, one of the pioneers of hard rock and a legendary rock band, performed their music in styles such as hard rock, and heavy metal.

If Centricity artists Downhere looked to conquer the music world, they’d be a triple threat: astonishing in the realms of musicianship, writing, and standard-bearing.

The JD Project reveals the inspiration behind their newly released CD, and defines their self-created genre of music in this exclusive interview.

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

Women's self-titled debut album is receiving critical acclaim for their lo-fi, psychedelic music that sounds similar to 1960s Velvet Underground.

Manvswild, a heavy metal, aternative, hard core punk band from New Providence, NJ, takes on the local music scene with their guttural screams and boyish charm.

Showbiz is an energetic yet somewhat flawed debut album from the current darlings of modern progressive hard rock.

They dominated the 70's with tunes like Don't Look Back and More Than A Feeling. Get the inside look at the musical genius of Boston.

Turn on the radio and sooner or later you're going to hear "Lips of an Angel", the latest hit from rock band, Hinder. Get the scoop on the boys behind the band right here

Apes is a rock band from Washington, DC with roots in noise, punk, and garage rock. Their album Ghost Games and their live shows reveal how they are renovating rock.

Pavement first appeared in the 90's music underground with a series of raucous, heavily distorted singles whose origins were shrouded in mystery.

When Pillar first broke into the national eye, they earned the label "rapcore", but their melodic vocals kept the label from sticking.

Glam rock bands such as the New York Dolls, Mott the Hoople, Poison, Def Leppard, Cheap Trick, Motley Crue, and KISS are proving they can still draw big crowds.

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.

Argentina, and in particular, Buenos Aires, has always been identified with tango. So, how did the country's thriving national rock scene emerge?

Teens love music, video games, hanging out together and a reason to have a party. Why not combine all four reasons into the ultimate teen party concept?

The Beatles: Rock Band doesn't meddle with the music game formula fine-tuned by its predecessors but instead focuses on a strong music catalogue and incredible art design

"Shakin' All Over" seemed destined to make The Guess Who a one-hit wonder. Four years later, the band proved otherwise.

"Shakin' All Over," "These Eyes," "No Time," "American Woman," and other classic hits were created by an ever-changing band of Winnipeggers.

The Proclaimers are a Scottish band that formed in 1983. They have released eight albums and are best known for their song "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)".