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[ZeoVGM]

Nope

Yep.

Anyway, this all sounds damn good. Some of you need to relax though. You're going to have a heart attack. :lol

 

[evil ways]

No U2, Muse, Dredg or Radiohead.

lame.

 

[Saerk]

Being able to create an actual BAND in single player now sounds great, because it means I won't have to see that god damn heavy metal rocker guy singing El Scorcho.

or mummy girl on guitar....

 

[Ten-Song]

or mummy girl on guitar....

Or that stupid guy with the goggles that looks like he lost a fight with a cotton candy machine.

 

[Ryan_IGN]

Saw this on our sister site, N4G. Check the embedded YouTube link. Is it real? Sure looks real...

(apologies if old. Didn't see this in the thread)

 

[Cahill]

Saw this on our sister site, N4G. Check the embedded YouTube link. Is it real? Sure looks real...

(apologies if old. Didn't see this in the thread)

It was posted in the other RB thread, but signs are leading to it being fake. Even your link follows up with titles being incorrect etc. I wish it was real as it's an amazing list... not getting my hopes up though.

 

[Ten-Song]

Saw this on our sister site, N4G. Check the embedded YouTube link. Is it real? Sure looks real...

(apologies if old. Didn't see this in the thread)

Holy crap, Pink Floyd and Johnny Cash?

 

[DuckRacer]

Yep.

Um, I believe CptUnderpants on SA is one of Harmonix's head honchos. Do you mind explaining why you believe otherwise (re: tracklist reveal)?

 

[rollingstart]

Being able to create an actual BAND in single player now sounds great, because it means I won't have to see that god damn heavy metal rocker guy singing El Scorcho.

I actually would quit out and re-enter sometimes so I could get a good band there. I mean, sometimes thoes guys cramp my guy's style.

 

[Kafel]

RB 1 had the Rolling Stones, Bowie, Radiohead, Nirvana, QOTSA, The Strokes, RHCP ...



I hope HMX is keeping some good surprises because, somewhat, I still think the RB2's playlist lacks some big bands to have an as great impact as RB1 had.

 

[ZeoVGM]

RB 1 had the Rolling Stones, Bowie, Radiohead, Nirvana, QOTSA, The Strokes, RHCP ...



I hope HMX is keeping some good surprises because, somewhat, I still think the RB2's playlist lacks some big bands to have an as great impact as RB1 had.

It has Soundgarden, Rush, Alice in Chains, Linkin Park, Elvis Costello, Grateful Dead.

What are you talking about? Those are huge artists.

 

[Kafel]

What?

Yes, I don't want to be mean to those bands in the first post (I like a lot of them by the way) but they look a little like 2nd grade compared to those who were in the original Rock Band.

IMO.


edit : they're talented, sure. But do these have the same exposure than the Stones or Bowie for example ? That's why I talk about impact.

Well, if I didn't have RB already and I had to choose between RB1 and 2 after both were released I'd take RB1 without an hesitation.

 

[ZeoVGM]

Yes, I don't want to be mean to those bands in the first post (I like a lot of them by the way) but they look a little like 2nd grade compared to those who were in the original Rock Band.

IMO.

You're kididng, right?

You listed Queens of the Stone Age and the fucking Strokes.

The Grateful Dead, Elvis Costello, and Soundgarden are "2nd grade" compared to the Strokes?

Dude, what?

 

[Flynn]

HOLY SHIT



http://www.avclub.com/content/node/82519

I'm glad I didn't have to come here and plug this. Stay tuned for Chris' story about Harmonix later in the week. He visited Harmonix several times and talked to a bunch of the key players. It's gonna be a great feature.

 

[Kafel]

You're kididng, right?

You listed Queens of the Stone Age and the fucking Strokes.

The Grateful Dead, Elvis Costello, and Soundgarden are "2nd grade" compared to the Strokes?

Dude, what?

I'd compare them more in their own genre/style and era.

Like Strokes >>>>>> Hot Hot Heat.


edit : There's a genre in which RB2 improved, it's thanks to RATM and SOAD. Not my favourite style unfortunately.

edit 2 : "Soundgarden, Grateful Dead" I already had these ones.

 

[radjago]

Being able to create an actual BAND in single player now sounds great, because it means I won't have to see that god damn heavy metal rocker guy singing El Scorcho.

I always liked the Lumberjack. It fits with the look Rivers had around 2002.

Compare:

vs

 

[BenjaminBirdie]

I'm glad I didn't have to come here and plug this. Stay tuned for Chris' story about Harmonix later in the week. He visited Harmonix several times and talked to a bunch of the key players. It's gonna be a great feature.

Yeah, that was a great piece. Looking forward to more (and just later in the week? Woooo!)

 

[AstroLad]

I'm glad I didn't have to come here and plug this. Stay tuned for Chris' story about Harmonix later in the week. He visited Harmonix several times and talked to a bunch of the key players. It's gonna be a great feature.

tell us what the songs are flynn. you know you know them.

 

[sneaky77]

I'm glad I didn't have to come here and plug this. Stay tuned for Chris' story about Harmonix later in the week. He visited Harmonix several times and talked to a bunch of the key players. It's gonna be a great feature.

You guys go see GH too? or just RB?

 

[NameGenerated]

Saw this on our sister site, N4G. Check the embedded YouTube link. Is it real? Sure looks real...

(apologies if old. Didn't see this in the thread)

That says Finger Eleven for Panic Attack, which isn't right.

 

[McBradders]

I'd compare them more in their own genre/style and era.

Like Strokes >>>>>> Hot Hot Heat.

Nooooooooooooo!

 

[StrikerObi]

Awesome if true, but I doubt it (Finger Eleven mistake ruins it). Hot for Teacher would be soooooooo awesome.

 

[fistfulofmetal]

Awesome if true, but I doubt it (Finger Eleven mistake ruins it). Hot for Teacher would be soooooooo awesome.

The video shows them going through the difficulties and it doesnt list the bands.

So it could be them just guessing it's Finger Eleven.


Video looks very real, but it might not be

 

[XShagrath]

The video shows them going through the difficulties and it doesnt list the bands.

So it could be them just guessing it's Finger Eleven.


Video looks very real.

He hovers over Panic Attack and it has the Finger Eleven artwork. Nuff said.

 

[fistfulofmetal]

boo

 

[AstroLad]

funny that people go through the trouble.

 

[DGRP]

Santaria?

:lol

 

[BenjaminBirdie]

funny that people go through the trouble.

That is pretty wild.

 

[Flynn]

tell us what the songs are flynn. you know you know them.

Sadly, I didn't go. It's all Chris since he lives close to Boston. And he's kept his lips sealed tight.

If we do another bunch of stories about music and games I certainly want to get the Guitar Hero/Neversoft side of the story.

 

[Struct09]

As already stated in the update via N4G:

Update: Upon further summation, the video seems fake. Many of the songs are spelled wrong, and the background is not moving as it does in the original game. It's a decent fake, but probably fake, nonetheless.

Here's a link to a video that shows the current Rock Band song selection:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6koMT2n-izE

And here are some of the misspelled or wrong titles (from the video in question):

Santaria - Should be Santeria
What's Your Frequency Kenneth? - Should be What's The Frequency Kenneth?
Want To - Maybe a Sugarland song, but that's unlikely to be in Rock Band
Rodeo - Should be Down Rodeo (Unless it's Garth Brooks)

Plus many songs on that list just seem really unlikely

Also, after playing Guitar Hero 1, I would tear my hair out if I had to play Cowboys From Hell again

 

[Foxtastical]

Like Strokes >>>>>> Hot Hot Heat.

Nooooooooooooo!

Hot Hot Heat is a joke, and they drop interviews like a bunch of dick heads.

 

[fistfulofmetal]

Now I'm gonna be sad that there wont be any Pantera in Rock Band

 

[Kusagari]

Why has Paranoid Android not been in one of these games yet?

 

[Wired All Wrong]

funny that people go through the trouble.

I know. I hate seeing a fake list with a band I'd love to have in the game. I would love to see No Doubt, Sublime and Phish in Rock Band 2.

I think Phish would be a great band to have since they're all awesome musicians. I don't think Farmhouse would be the best choice, but I'd love to see Stash. One of my favorite Phish songs.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQo7Jj5pXwg

But what can you do, I'm so hyped for this game.

 

[AMUSIX]

Now I'm gonna be sad that there wont be any Pantera in Rock Band

there's still hope...I mean, all lists could be completely fake and instead we could get everything from Far Beyond Driven and earlier (so want to play Becoming....)

 

[laserbeam]

PR is out

Start A Band, Rock The World!

Developed by Harmonix, the world’s premier music videogame company, and published by MTV Games, Rock Band™ 2 is the next evolution of the groundbreaking music platform that forever changed the face of music videogames. Rock Band 2 builds upon the original, challenging players to put together a band and tour for fame and fortune while learning to master lead/bass guitar, drums and vocals, and raises the bar to include an entirely new level of depth, connectivity, authenticity and exhilarating features.

Rock Band 2 will feature more than 80 tracks on disc – but it doesn’t stop there. Players will have access to all DLC tracks, packs and albums released to date as well as future DLC releases; that’s more than 200 song choices and counting. The music inRock Band 2 features all master recordings and spans all genres of rock from punk, metal and alternative to classic and southern rock.

Rock Band 2 will be released on Xbox 360™ videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft this September and will have an exclusive launch window in North America. Rock Band 2 will be available for the PLAYSTATION® 3 and PlayStation® 2 computer entertainment systems and Nintendo Wii™ system later this year.


Key Features
Rock the World!
Rock Band 2 offers new and dynamic online modes that will connect the entire Rock Band community in more ways than ever before, both locally and globally.

Rock in Style!
Rock Band 2 introduces a new variety of instrument choices all with new and improved drum and guitar peripherals, enhanced functionality and innovative new designs. All Rock Band 2 instruments are fully compatible with the original Rock Band. Conversely, all Rock Band peripherals will be fully compatible with Rock Band 2.

Unrivaled Song Library!
Rock Band 2 features the biggest and most diverse soundtrack ever featuring some of rock’s most prolific acts, comprised entirely of master recordings.

Complete the Look!
Rock Band 2 delivers new clothing, accessories, tattoos, hairstyles, instruments and more to keep your unique rock avatar playing the full rock part.

Battle it Out!
Go head to head competing against other bands with Battle of the Bands contests that will be generated by Harmonix on a regular basis.

Stay on Top!
Stay the undisputed leader board champion with real time alerts updating you when another rocker or band has surpassed your score!

Take on Tour Challenges!
Play through mini-campaigns focused on a specific instrument, your favorite artist, your preferred genre, or a particular album.

Customizable Set Lists!
Create your own set lists in Quickplay mode to keep the music rolling and your band rocking!

Rock ‘n’ Roll Never Dies!
Rock Band 2 offers backwards compatibility with Rock Band downloadable content- all previously purchased tracks will immediately load into your Rock Band 2 play list!

Game Modes
Quickplay
Now easier than ever to get in and jam without hassle.
- New prefab characters
- Your customized characters can now play on any instrument
- Make your own set lists
- Organize song lists by a variety of categories (alphabetical, genre, era, etc.)

World Tour
Solo Tour and Band World Tour join forces to create the ultimate band touring experience!
- World Tour is now online
- No more band leaders! If you need to fire your guitarist but keep the band going, fire away!
- Switch up instruments throughout world tour
- All new collection of opportunity gigs, challenges, cities, venues, and hirable staff

Tour Challenges
Take your band on tour in a whole new way with specific music challenges.
- Focused mini-campaigns featuring the best songs by instrument, decade, genre or artist
- Automatically generated DLC challenges
- Album specific challenges

Battle of the Bands
Put your band to the ultimate test by competing against other bands, both on your friends list and around the world!
- Dynamic content with regular new contests designed by Harmonix
- Matches up your score against overall competition and friends’ bands - with REAL TIME feedback
- Get updates on new battles from your Band Profile, as well as notifications when your score has been topped!

Drum Trainer
A true teaching tool that gives players a step-by-step lesson through the basic beat and fill vocabulary any real world drummer would know.

Music
Major record labels and leading music publishers have signed on to provide unrivaled access to master recordings and legendary rock artists with hits from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and 2000’s. The Rock Band 2 disc will feature more than 80 rock hits—all master recordings! Plus, Rock Band 2 owners will have access to the growing Rock Band DLC catalog of more than 200 tracks. Below are just some of the amazing tracks and artists you will get on disc with Rock Band 2.

2000s
Dream Theater “Panic Attack “
System of a Down “Chop Suey”
1990s
Foo Fighters “Everlong”
The Muffs “Kids in America”
Red Hot Chili Peppers “Give it Away”
1980s
Motörhead “Ace of Spades”
1970s
Cheap Trick “Hello There”
Elvis Costello “Pump it Up”
Journey “Anyway You Want It”
1960s
The Who “Pinball Wizard”

Key Players
• Developed by Harmonix – the world’s premier music videogame company– and published by MTV Games.
• Distributed and Co-Marketed by Electronic Arts, the world’s leading interactive entertainment software company.
• Master Recordings provided by EMI Music, Hollywood Records, Sony BMG Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group’s Universal Music Enterprises and Warner Music Group’s Rhino Entertainment.
• Rocked out even harder by YOU and millions of drummers, guitarists and vocalists around the world. Groupies not included!

Product Specifications
Publisher: MTV Games Developer: Harmonix Distributor: Electronic Arts
Category: Music/Rhythm Game
Ship Date: September 2008 (Xbox 360) 2008 (PS3, PS2 and Wii)

 

[Cahill]

NM...

 

[BobsRevenge]

If this game doesn't have the online content that the PS3 version needs I'm going to be so pissed. It's almost broken right now. It's seriously a disaster.

-Voice comm
-Being able to CHOOSE THE DIFFICULTY for vs modes.

 

[Struct09]

• Master Recordings provided by EMI Music, Hollywood Records, Sony BMG Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group’s Universal Music Enterprises and Warner Music Group’s Rhino Entertainment.

I'm very happy to see that. It puts to rest any fears I had about the Activision and Vivendi (Actiblizzon) merger affecting Rock Band (Vivendi owns the Universal Music Group).

 

[StrikerObi]

When it comes around, can whoever makes the Official Rock Band 2 thread name it "Kathleen Turner Overdrive" (or "Barry Jive and the Uptown Five"). That would be so awesome.

 

[Dr_Cogent]

For fucks sake, it's coming out in September fucking already?

Kinda feel screwed now having bought the first game. Custom Set Lists should have been in the first god damn game.

 

[BenjaminBirdie]

When it comes around, can whoever makes the Official Rock Band 2 thread name it "Kathleen Turner Overdrive". That would be so awesome.

I've got a couple of ideas running through my head, most of which involve "Saucy Jack". But it's a long ways off.

 

[Dirtbag]

All master recordings - rocks !!

 

[Stabby McSter]

If this game doesn't have the online content that the PS3 version needs I'm going to be so pissed. It's almost broken right now. It's seriously a disaster.

-Voice comm
-Being able to CHOOSE THE DIFFICULTY for vs modes.

why?
i hate different difficulty vs

 

[AMUSIX]

The Rock Band 2 disc will feature more than 80 rock hits—all master recordings!

Bullshit, shitty fucking covers confirmed

1990s
Foo Fighters “Everlong”
The Muffs “Kids in America”
Red Hot Chili Peppers “Give it Away”

Spoiler

but, really, all masters kick all ass

 

[sublime085]

For fucks sake, it's coming out in September fucking already?

Kinda feel screwed now having bought the first game. Custom Set Lists should have been in the first god damn game.

I simply don't understand this mindset.

All that fun and all those good times you had playing the game for the past nine months is somehow negated by the announcement of a sequel? A sequel that happens to include features everyone has been clamoring for?

I simply don't get it, unless your in PAL Land, but in that case you won't be getting the game in September anyway.

 

[borghe]

why?
i hate different difficulty vs

for friendly competition it's a must. but for online and not with friends... yeah, it sucks.

I simply don't understand this mindset.

I'm guessing he bought it much more recently than launch. I don't think anyone who has had the game for at least 4-6 months already hasn't gotten more than their fair use out of it so far. At the same time those who bought the game within the past couple of months I could see this as being annoying, especially with the promise of much better hardware coming with it.

 

[DarkJC]

If this game doesn't have the online content that the PS3 version needs I'm going to be so pissed. It's almost broken right now. It's seriously a disaster.

-Voice comm
-Being able to CHOOSE THE DIFFICULTY for vs modes.

What? You can't choose the difficulty for score duel and such on PS3?

 

[Souther]

So this time around if your playing by yourself you have the option of using a setlist? I can choose like 5-10 songs i want and they will play seamlessly 1 after another?

 

[Hop]

I've got a couple of ideas running through my head, most of which involve "Saucy Jack". But it's a long ways off.

I'm guessing Blues Brothers nods are a bit too obvious?