Way back in 2015 at the VMAs, Kanye West vowed to run for president in 2020. Everyone laughed it off at the time as a ruse and it seemed ridiculous at the time, but apparently he wasn’t kidding! On the 4th of July, West declared that he’s running for president. Don’t believe us? See it […]
Bassnecator ‘Stepping Back’ From Music Career Following Sexual Misconduct Accusations | SPIN
In recent days, Bassnectar (real name Lorin Ashton) was accused of sexual misconduct by a number of people on the Instagram account @evidenceagainstbassnecatar. On Friday, the DJ addressed the allegations by announcing he was “stepping away” from his music career and his “position of power and privilege” while maintaining his innocence. “I am stepping back from […]
Superchunk Covers the Go-Go's 'Can't Stop the World'
Like 90% of independent music venues across the country, North Carolina’s Cat’s Cradle is at risk of shutting its doors for good in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Thankfully, local artists are banding together to raise money for the club with Cover Charge: NC Artists Go Under Cover to Benefit Cat’s Cradle. The 25-track benefit compilation […]
Slash Says Guns N' Roses Have Been Working on New Music in Quarantine
Guns N’ Roses planned to be on the road right now, but like so many other bands their plans were thwarted by the coronavirus pandemic. Now, instead of rehearsing the hits, the band is using its downtime to work on new music. Slash recently gave fans an update on what he’s been up to during quarantine […]
Thurston Moore Shares 'Cantaloupe' Off Upcoming Solo Album
After announcing a new solo album called By The Fire a couple of weeks ago, Thurston Moore shared another track off the project on Friday. “‘Cantaloupe’ is a song about the dance of romance and surrealism, where the hallucinations of wild dreams come true,” the Sonic Youth founder wrote in the Bandcamp description. By the Fire is […]
Ryan Adams Reveals He's Sober in Apology to Abuse Victims
It’s been nearly a year since Ryan Adams broke his silence following allegations of abuse made by Mandy Moore, Phoebe Bridgers, and more women, and on Saturday the singer-songwriter penned a lengthy apology published in The Daily Mail, where he took accountability for his behavior and revealed he’s sober and working on new music. “There are […]
Neil Young Denounces Use of ‘Rockin in the Free World’ Ahead of Trump Speech
President Donald Trump had a speech scheduled at Mt. Rushmore ahead of the 4th of July holiday. At the event, Neil Young’s “Rockin’ in the Free World,” “Like a Hurricane” and “Cowgirl in the Sand” were blaring over the speakers. Needless to say, Young was none-too-pleased. “This is NOT ok with me…” a tweet from […]
John Carpenter Releases Two-Song Single, 'Skeleton' and 'Unclean Spirit'
Halloween came early this year, and no we’re not saying that because of the nightmarish state of the world. On Friday, John Carpenter shared two haunting new songs — “Skeleton” and “Unclean Spirit” — marking the legendary composer/director’s first non-soundtrack compositions since 2016’s Lost Themes II. The slasher film king again teamed up with son Cody Carpenter […]
Vanilla Ice Sold Only 284 Tickets Prior to COVID Cancellation of Austin Show
So that’s the reason why Vanilla Ice canceled! The ’90s rapper was slated to perform at Emerald Point Bar and Grill tonight, but canceled the show due to backlash as COVID-19 numbers continue to rise in Texas. “I listen to my fans. I hear all you people out there. I didn’t know the numbers were so […]
Jason Isbell Shares Demo of 'A Star Is Born' Song 'Maybe, It's Time'
When it was released in 2018, folks raved about the music in the latest incarnation of A Star Is Born. The songs were the centerpiece (obviously) and with a strong group of songwriters, some even went to the top of the charts. One of the more emotional points of the movie is when Bradley Cooper’s Jackson […]