It’s crazy to imagine, but today (Jan. 14) marks 30 years since the grunge power ballad “Hunger Strike” was first released. Though Temple of the Dog wasn’t expected to be anything besides a side project of members of Soundgarden and the band formerly known as Mookie Blaylock, as history would show, the song would become […]
Fall Out Boy, James Taylor, Carole King and Ben Harper Highlight Biden Pre-Inauguration Concert
Joe Biden’s inauguration — which, despite everything, is happening — will be celebrated with some virtual music on Sunday, Jan. 17 at 8pm ET. The lineup includes Carole King, will.i.am, James Taylor, Fall Out Boy, Michael Bivins, Ben Harper and AJR with Keegan-Michael Key and Debra Messing as hosts. The invitations — which circulated today […]
Ariel Pink Accused of Sexual Abuse and Misconduct
On the same day that Ariel Pink and John Maus appeared in Washington, D.C. at a pro-Trump rally that left five people dead, Pink had civil harassment restraining orders he filed in Los Angeles against his ex-girlfriend and bandmate, Charlotte Ercoli Coe, dismissed. As reported by Pitchfork, the case was “stricken and dismissed” by Los Angeles County Superior Court Commissioner […]
Cardi B to Star in Upcoming Comedy Film 'Assisted Living'
Cardi B is taking her talents back to the big screen. The rapper will star in Assisted Living, a comedy that’s on tap from Paramount Pictures. Variety reports that the film is a “raucous comedy” with “tremendous heart.” She is set to play a small-time crook, who, after a heist goes wrong, needs to disguise herself as an […]
Eddie Vedder, Phoebe Bridgers, Brittany Howard and More to Play Annual Tibet House US Benefit Concert | SPIN
The 34th Annual Tibet House US Benefit Concert announced this year’s lineup, and it includes Eddie Vedder, Phoebe Bridgers, Brittany Howard, Valerie June, Angélique Kidjo, Laurie Anderson, Tenzin Choegyal, and Rubin Kodheli. The event will take place virtually—instead of its usual venue of Carnegie Hall—on Feb. 17 and will begin with a personal message from His […]
Descendents Bid 'Big-Time Loser' President Trump Farewell on 'That's the Breaks'
Never ones to hide their political leanings, Descendents took aim at outgoing President Trump on their new song, “That’s The Breaks,” which they dedicate to the person they call a “Loser. Big time loser. Delusional loser. SORE loser.” A statement by vocalist Milo Aukerman added, “The time has come. The time is now. Just go, go, GO. […]
Sia Releases 'Hey Boy' Featuring Burna Boy, Shares Tracklist for New LP
Sia is back with a remix of “Hey Boy” that features Burna Boy, which comes from her forthcoming eighth studio album Music – Songs From And Inspired By The Motion Picture. She also shared the tracklist from the 14-cut release. This single follows the release of other tunes, including the original version of “Hey Boy,” “Courage […]
Flea, John Frusciante, IDLES Join Tom Morello and Serj Tankian on Gang of Four Tribute Album
Flea and John Frusciante from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Helmet, Idles, Gary Numan, the Dandy Warhols, Warpaint, Killing Joke and more join Tom Morello and Serj Tankian on the 20-song double album The Problem of Leisure: A Celebration of Andy Gill and Gang of Four. The tribute set, which arrives May 14, was conceptualized […]
Built to Spill Side Project Unearth David Bowie Cover From Upcoming Reissue of 2003 Album
When Built to Spill took a hiatus in 2002, singer Doug Martsch decided to meet up with pals in the Boise area for some loose jam sessions. What came from that? Another project, of course. That group, Boise Cover Band, knocked out seven breezy, folk-infused covers for an album that was titled Unoriginal Artists, which was recorded the […]
System of a Down Discusses Reunion, Philosophical Differences, New Songs and More
System of a Down’s Serj Tankian and Shavo Odadjian chatted with Zane Lowe on Apple Music on Wednesday, in which the rockers discussed both the band’s tumultuous past as well as the two new songs they released in support of justice for their Armenian brethren. While the interview with the vocalist and bassist covered several […]