Slash Announces New Tour and Launch Date of Slash FM
Today, August 26th, is "Slash Day" at the third annual Sunset Strip Music Festival.
The rock icon will be honored during the festival, and also this evening at a House of Blues Sunset Strip tribute event featuring speeches from Slash's closest friends and musical associates, a presentation from the City of West Hollywood and live music performances representing the legendary rock guitarist's contributions to the city's rich musical heritage.
As the Festival celebrations wrap up, Slash will embark on a North American Tour and on Thursday, September 2nd, Clear Channel Radio's "iheartradio" network will begin a limited time broadcast of A.P.E. music station, Slash FM, which will feature the music of Guns N' Roses, Slash's solo projects and music from his 'personal' playlist, including bands like Sound Garden and Metallica and the bands who influenced Slash on the road to rock stardom like The Beatles, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin and AC/DC.
During its run on the "iheartradio" network Slash FM will also feature segments of Slash himself, talking about his life as a rock musician and his personal behind-the-scenes stories.
Slashe's A.P.E. station on Clear Channel Radio's digital network will feature the "iheartradio" mobile app, widgets and Slashonline.com.
Fans are welcome to take part by sending their own suggestions to slashfm@aperadio.com.
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