Guitar Hero helped to usher in an era of music rhythm games. From its simple beginnings as a game laced with cover bands and featuring a single plastic guitar, Guitar Hero quickly became a household name. Guitar Hero was a mainstay at parties, as its adjustable difficulty could turn the most green gamers into pseudo rock stars. As time went on, Guitar Hero became overshadowed by Rock Band. The franchise has been playing catchup ever since.

And the sales have begun. In this week’s Kmart print ad, the chain is promoting “Black Friday Price Available Now!” with at least one item. At the top of the game page (page 2) is Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock for PS2 for $44.99 (regular price is $89.99, limited quantities and no rain checks).

The other deals include $39.99 ($20 reduction) for Brothers In Arms: Hell’s Army for PS3 and $10 off when you purchase both WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2009 for PS3 ($59.99) along with Viva La Raza: The Legacy of Eddie Guerrero on DVD ($29.99).

Sale prices are good in-store from…

MMMM mmmm! Nothing says rock and roll down south like a bucket of fried chicken! Kentucky Fried Chicken y’all!

KFC and Guitar Hero World Tour. I guess its a play on words – finger licking good chicken and fingers licking chords of the guitar. From now until November 24, 2008, KFC has teamed up with Guitar Hero World Tour and partnered with Dave Barley, a top Guitar Hero player, for a KFC Rocks contest. With the recent launch of the newest Guitar Hero game, the contest allows players and non-players alike a chance to earn some cool prizes like a year’s supply of KFC chicken, fully loaded box meals and…

Today is the greatest: Activision has just announced a slew of The Smashing Pumpkins/Guitar Hero news that will have fans jumping for joy. Most exciting is the announcement that the band’s newest single, “G.L.O.W.” will have its debut as part of a downloadable content pack in the upcoming game. The other songs in the pack more »

Activision today (July 21, 2008) announced that the upcoming Guitar Hero World Tour game will feature the likeness and music of the late, great guitar legend, Jimi Hendrix.

According to the company’s press release:

Hendrix will be featured in the game as a playable character, along with two of his most recognizable master tracks, “Purple Haze (Live)” recorded in 1969 at the San Diego Sports Arena and “The Wind Cries Mary.” Additional exclusive songs from the legendary artist will follow as downloadable content.

This naturally begs the question…