"Harmonix was founded to create new ways for everyone to experience the pleasure and satisfaction that comes from playing music. Our work on Guitar Hero was an instrumental step toward that goal," stated Alex Rigopulos, co-founder and CEO of Harmonix. "But Rock Band is Harmonix’s most ambitious project to date, and it will take music gameplay to an entirely new level. MTV has given us the freedom and the resources to really swing for the fences and make the game we’ve always wanted to make."

"Rock Band is a revolutionary new way for gamers and music fans to experience music," said David DeMartini, vice president and general manager of EA Partners. "The team at EA Partners is thrilled to help MTV and Harmonix launch this incredible game on the global stage and get into the hands of gamers worldwide."

There have been no confirmation as to a song list to this point nor has there been any word on a price point but the game will be ready to ship out this holiday season as the creators of Guitar Hero, Harmonix, appear to be ready to kill their own creation with something that could rock the entire gaming industry. This game sounds and is looking absolutely incredible so stay tuned for much more on this one.

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