- Writer Dave Hoekstra reviews John’s Chicago concert "With a measured nuance, he sang about how life sweeps away the dreams we have planned. Such is the beauty of rock evolution."

- John's new album debuts at #7 on next week's Billboard Top 200 Album Chart.

- Mellencamp violinist Miriam Sturm was raised in Cincinnati and her career with John is profiled in this piece. Several pictures are included.

- John's new video, "My Sweet Love", is on the ballot for VH1's Top 20 Video Countdown. Head over to VH1.com and vote for it today!

- Haven't heard John's incredible new album yet? Why not listen to the FULL album on CMT's Listening Party! Click HERE to check it out.

- July 14 Bank of America Pavilion - Boston, MA - "What an amazing show. As always, I think he gives the best performance of anyone I have ever seen live. He always gives 110%. A wonderful mix of the exciting new album which is already receiving stellar reviews, and a great blend of the classic Mellencamp that we know and love." Marianne M.

July 15 Bank of America Pavilion - Boston, MA - "AMAZING"! "That one word describes night #2 at the Boston BOA Pavilion." Amy L.

Mellencamp.com and ClubCherryBomb.net want Mellenhead concert reviews of John’s current tour. The best submission from each show will be sent a new exclusive promotional poster for John’s new album and will be published on Mellencamp.com! Send your review(s)/blogs to help@mellencamp.com with the subject line of Fan Show Review. To click to read more fan reviews…

- The Club Cherry Bomb Fan Club Farm Aid 2008 presale will start at 12 PM ET on Thursday, July 24th. Click for more details.

- Read and watch a recap of John’s interview on CBS’s The Early Show.

- The Sun-Times recaps John’s Monday morning free performance, includes a nice photo gallery of the show and crowd.

- John speaks to Harry Smith of the CBS The Early Show live from Daley Plaza in downtown Chicago about his new release Life, Death, Love and Freedom.