Slipknot announced they are parting ways with longtime percussionist Chris Fehn. The news comes on the heels of Fehn’s lawsuit that alleges the band had shorted payment he claims is due to him, according to The Blast. “Slipknot’s focus is making album #6, and our upcoming shows around the world, …
Read More »Joni Mitchell's Rare Book of Handwritten Lyrics, Watercolor Paintings to Be Reprinted
Joni Mitchell‘s Morning Glory on the Vine, a rare book of handwritten lyrics, poems and watercolor paintings that the singer-songwriter distributed to friends in 1971, will be available to the masses this October. “In 1971, as her album Blue topped charts around the world, Joni Mitchell crafted one hundred copies …
Read More »Watch Lizzo Recreate 'Anchorman' Flute Scene After Ron Burgundy Challenge
Rising rapper, singer and all-star flautist Lizzo put a classy spin on her single “Juice” in a hilarious recreation of the famous jazz flute scene from Anchorman. Lizzo released the video after Will Ferrell, as Ron Burgundy, accepted her #FluteAndShoot challenge earlier this year. The clip stars Lizzo, Este Haim …
Read More »See Kate Bush's Elegant 'Man I Love' Video
This month, Kate Bush will release The Other Sides, a stand-alone four-CD set of B sides and rarities, previously available only as part of larger vinyl and CD box sets released last year. One of the highlights is an elegant, sultry cover of the Billie Holiday signature “The Man I …
Read More »Bruce Springsteen Releases 2005 New Jersey Concert Packed With Extreme Rarities
On November 22nd, 2005, Bruce Springsteen wrapped up his seven-month Devils and Dust tour with an unforgettable show at the Sovereign Bank Arena in Trenton, New Jersey. Like every night of the tour, this was a solo show where he pivoted between acoustic guitar, piano and organ to deliver a …
Read More »Ryan Adams' U.K. Tour Canceled Amid Fan Backlash
Ryan Adams‘ tour of the U.K. and Ireland has been canceled after the musician was accused of sexual misconduct and emotional abuse. Ticketmaster Ireland tweeted Friday, “The Ryan Adams UK & Ireland tour has been cancelled. Full refunds to ticket purchasers from authorised outlets will be processed by end of …
Read More »Jonas Brothers Confirm Reunion, Plan First New Music in Six Years
Hours after stirring reunion rumors by blacking out their group Twitter account, Jonas Brothers detailed their major plans for 2019 on Thursday. The pop group will issue “Sucker,” their first single in six years and first with Republic Records, on Friday, March 1st at midnight ET. The trio — Nick, …
Read More »Hear Pete Seeger's Unreleased Live Version of 'This Land Is Your Land'
Pete Seeger digs deeper into the protest politics of Woody Guthrie’s folk anthem “This Land Is Your Land” in a previously unreleased live version of the song from 1976. The track, recorded during a show at the University of Tulsa, appears on the upcoming six-disc anthology project Pete Seeger: The …
Read More »Watch Clean Bandit, Ellie Goulding Parody Trump in 'Mama' Video
Clean Bandit and Ellie Goulding parody Donald Trump in their new “Mama” video, ruminating on how one destructive father-son relationship can negatively impact the whole planet. The electro-pop band wrote and directed the intriguing clip, which examines a Trump-like character from childhood through a military stint to, eventually, a surprise …
Read More »Robyn Performs 'Ever Again' in Icy Wonderland on 'Ellen'
Robyn added an organic edge to her funk-pop track “Ever Again” on Friday’s Ellen. The singer crooned the song’s feathery hooks over woozy synths, clanging percussion and booming slap-bass. The staging added to the dreaminess, with the frosty, foggy backdrop accentuated by her band’s white/silver shirts and jumpsuits. “Ever Again” …
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