Justin Townes Earle, the prolific singer-songwriter, producer and son of troubadour Steve Earle, has died. The news was announced on Earle’s official Facebook page. “It is with tremendous sadness that we inform you of the passing of our son, husband, father and friend Justin. So many of you have relied on his music and lyrics […]
Watch Bright Eyes Perform on 'CBS This Morning'
On Friday, Bright Eyes released their first album in nine years, Down in the Weeds, Where the World Once Was, and on Saturday they celebrated the new collection of songs by performing a couple of them on CBS This Morning. The trio played two of the album’s early singles, “Persona Non Grata” and “Mariana Trench,” and was […]
Kendrick Lamar Narrates Kobe Bryant Tribute Video on What Would Have Been His 42nd Birthday
Kobe Bryant would have turned 42 today, and to celebrate the late NBA star’s birthday Nike shared a powerful tribute video narrated by Kendrick Lamar, aptly titled Better. “Kobe taught us to be better,” the rapper begins, highlighting Bryant’s Mamba Mentality of always striving to be better. “Better friend. Better fighter. Better rider. Better eater. Better […]
Walter Lure, Co-Founder of Punk Pioneers Johnny Thunders and the Heartbreakers, Dies at 71
Walter Lure has died at the age of 71. The guitarist is best known for co-founding the Heartbreakers with New York Dolls’ Johnny Thunders. Though they only put out one album — 1977’s L.A.M.F. — the New York band is credited for pioneering punk. Los Angeles music venue Starwood wrote about Lure’s death in a Facebook post. “Walter Lure […]
Nirvana's 'Something in the Way' Soundtracks Dystopian 'The Batman' Trailer
“Punk rock” is probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Batman, but Matt Reeves’ reimagining of the Dark Knight shows a grittier side to the beloved superhero. Warner Bros. hosted a panel at DC Fandome Saturday night to give fans a look into The Batman, including its first trailer, and they […]
New Music: Dave James Ft. Ari Lennox, Mannywellz “Marigold”
Just you and me. Love grows and Dave James blossoms with his new single featuring Ari Lennox and Mannywellz. Accompanied by Mannywellz’ infectious hook by Mannywellz, Dave James wears his heart on his sleeve while running away with Ari Lennox.
Sweden’s Agnes Dabbles In Disco On “Fingers Crossed”
Flashback: Agnes’ ‘Release Me’ Agnes returned for a lengthy hiatus in 2019 with an EP called Nothing Can Compare. Instead of taking another break, the Swedish pop star kept the new music flowing earlier this year with a retro-bop called “Good Life.” She now follows it up with a disco-inspired banger called “Fingers Crossed.” Produced […]
New Music: Nappy Roots Ft. Raven Richards “Footie Socks & Ice Cream”
Let’s chill. The Nappy Roots kick back and unwind for their latest single. Rightfully fitting during these quarantine times, the group brings nothing but therapeutic benefits of lounging at the crib with their boo. Nappy Roots forthcoming new album, 40RTY, will be released on September 25.
Tom Morello, Josh Homme and More Cover Joe Strummer in Honor of His 68th Birthday
August 21 would have been Joe Strummer’s 68th birthday, and to celebrate, singer-songwriter Jesse Malin, Strummer’s estate manager David Zonsine, and radio DJ Jeff Raspe put together A Song for Joe: Celebrating the Life of Joe Strummer — a livestream filled with performances, birthday wishes, and never-before-seen footage of the Clash singer/guitarist in action. The two-hour […]
New Music: Travis Scott “The Plan”
New plan alert. Travis Scott maps out his next venture for his first motion picture score. Soundtracked in the upcoming spy film, Tenet, Travis takes a trippy trip through time over a spacey soundbed by Ludwig Göransson and wondaGURL. Starring John David Washington and Robert Pattinson, the Christopher Nolan-directed thriller Tenet opens in theaters on […]