Neil Young has long been outspoken about his disgust for outgoing President Donald Trump. But in a new message posted on his Neil Young Archives site, he expresses empathy for those who he says “have been so manipulated and had their beliefs used as political weapons.” He starts off by pointing out a woman who […]
Beach Slang Break Up Following Emotional and Psychological Abuse Accusations By Former Manager
On Jan. 5, former Beach Slang manager Charlie Lowe accused the band’s James Alex of emotional, psychological and narcissistic abuse in a series of tweets. It detailed him punching walls, calling Charlie an “ungrateful bitch” and more. Charlie continued: “I endured constant emotional, psychological & narcissistic abuse from James Alex for years,” Charlie wrote. “I […]
Lana Del Rey Shares 'Chemtrails Over the Country Club' | SPIN
Nearly eight months after originally announcing her album Chemtrails Over the Country Club, Lana Del Rey is sharing its title track. The new single is the second offering off the upcoming album, following “Let Me Love You Like a Woman” and is a tender piano ballad that was produced by Jack Antonoff. You can listen to […]
Dr. Fauci Predicts Shows to Return This Fall | SPIN
Dr. Anthony S. Fauci said theaters and other venues may open up for shows “some time in the fall of 2021,” depending on the vaccine. In the virtual meeting during the Association of Performing Arts Professionals, he also indicated that audiences may have to wear masks. The country needs to reach an effective level of […]
Jack White's 2014 Detroit Theater Show to Be Released on Vinyl
Jack White has been laying low for the better part of the past year, but his Third Man Records is dusting off a classic set for its latest Vault release. The Detroit native’s 2014 show at the city’s Masonic Temple has long been one of his most revered. White performed 38 songs over the course […]
Sex Pistols Series Directed by Danny Boyle Coming to FX
Iconic punks the Sex Pistols get the small-screen treatment in a six-episode series based on guitarist Steve Jones’ 2018 memoir Lonely Boy: Tales from a Sex Pistol. Danny Boyle (Trainspotting, 28 Days Later, Slumdog Millionaire) will direct and executive produce the series, which starts production in March and is titled Pistol. The series stars Toby Wallace as […]
Danny Elfman Releases Prog Rock-Influenced New Single 'Sorry'
Just before Halloween, Danny Elfman released his first solo single in 36 years, an “absurd anti-pop song” called “Happy.” Today, the famed composer/musician is giving us another taste of new material with “Sorry.” The anger-fueled track pulls from industrial and prog-rock influences to create an uneasy atmosphere that’s made even more unnerving with a jarring video […]
Michael Anthony Says He and Eddie Van Halen 'Had Some Issues That Were Never Resolved'
When Eddie Van Halen passed away in Oct., it hit the rock community hard — including his former bandmates. During a recent visit to the Talkin’ Rock With Meltdown podcast, former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony divulged that he and EVH had unresolved issues when he died. “We actually hadn’t spoken [for many years], and unfortunately, we […]
Nandi Bushell Makes Live Loop of Led Zeppelin's 'The Immigrant Song'
Nandi Bushell’s back with another stellar cover, and this time she’s doing things a little differently. Instead of sharing a full performance of a song, she recorded herself making a loop of Led Zeppelin’s “Immigrant Song” in celebration of Jimmy Page’s 77th birthday. Like always, she flawlessy executed drums, guitar, and an insane bass line. In […]
Watch Billy Corgan, Trent Reznor and More Cover David Bowie for Tribute Show
Last night, some of the many musicians inspired by David Bowie joined forces to celebrate the Thin White Duke. Curated and hosted by Bowie’s longtime collaborator Mike Garson, A Bowie Celebration: Just For One Day! was highlighted by Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan singing “Space Oddity” and Trent Reznor, joined by his Nine Inch Nails bandmate Atticus Ross and […]