GRAMMY-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls unveil a new lyric video for their Certified Diamond hit "Iris," featuring never before seen footage taken from the original Nancy Bardawil-directed music video.
Most recently, the 4x GRAMMY-nominated track reached a new global streaming peak, amassing over 4.2 billion streams worldwide and hitting its highest ever global chart position on Spotify (#29). (continue)
10cc will be returning to the US to continue The Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour, kicking off August 27 in Napa, California. Following a highly successful run of shows last summer, the band will take The Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour to another 17 cities.
After the LA concert last year, music industry critic and analyst Bob Lefsetz said, "The show was over and I wanted to see it again. I wanted to concentrate on what I missed, I wanted to luxuriate in this music once more, I wanted the high to continue." (continue)
From the heart of San Francisco's legendary metal scene rises Nefarious-a supergroup forged in the fires of thrash, ready to carve a new chapter in heavy metal history.
At the helm is Katon W. De Pena, the iconic voice of Hirax, whose searing intensity and magnetic stage presence have long commanded crowds. On guitars, the twin-axe assault is nothing short of historic: Rick Hunolt (Diehumane, formerly Exodus) and Doug Piercy (Heathen, Anvil Chorus, Blind Illusion) deliver a relentless barrage of razor-sharp riffs and molten solos-honoring the legacy of thrash while pushing its boundaries into new territory. (continue)
Recently Milo Aukerman (Descendents), Duff McKagan (Guns N' Roses), Lee Ving (FEAR), Tony Reflex (Adolescents), Shawna Potter (War On Women), VOIVOD, Chris Hannah (Propagandhi), Dave Dictor (MDC), Jimmy Joe Pearson (Toxic Reasons), and SLIME sat down to discuss their relationship to D.O.A. and their involvement in the tribute album OUT NOW via Sudden Death Records.
D.O.A. "NO ESCAPE FROM WHAT YOU ARE" is a new all star tribute to punk rock's most enduring band, available now on black vinyl, cherry red vinyl, smash vinyl and splatter vinyl, as well as CD and digital formats. The album features D.O.A. covers by RANCID, DESCENDENTS, CIRCLE JERKS, DUFF MCKAGAN, SLIME, PROPAGANDHI, VOIVOD, and more. (continue)
DIY The Rise and Fall and Rise of Punk Rock is a deep dive into the legacy of punk rock - from its gritty beginnings in 1980s Southern California garages to the genre's ongoing influence on music, fashion, and culture today.
What started as a small project documenting the Austrian punk rock label SB AM at its festivals in Europe quickly grew into something bigger. Filmmakers, along with SB AM's Stefan Beham and co-producers Joel Herrera and Rolo Cantu, realized they weren't just telling the story of European punk - they were capturing a global movement, seen through the eyes of the people who lived it. (continue)
Acclaimed TV on the Radio frontman and multi-hyphenate talent Tunde Adebimpe has released a new video for "Somebody New," from his highly anticipated debut solo album, Thee Black Boltz. The album is set to be released this Friday, April 18th via Sub Pop Records.
The album's fourth pre-release, "Somebody New", is a synth-heavy, dance floor ready track and the video, directed by Adebimpe, is a trippy time capsule of neon, glitter and what can only be described as no-holds-barred, stark raving puppet glam. (continue)
The new official biography "Richard Manuel: His Life and Music, from The Hawks and Bob Dylan to The Band" by Stephen T Lewis is set to be published on June 17th.
The life and music of Richard Manuel will be given fresh context and never-heard perspective this June, with the release of author Stephen T. Lewis' official biography of The Band's visionary songwriter, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist. A strong but quiet presence in the group, who did very few interviews during his own life, Manuel's story is brought to the forefront by those who knew him best - many speaking on the record for the first time - including family members, lifelong friends and close musical collaborators (Eric Clapton and Van Morrison among them). Through their words and Lewis' meticulous research, well-worn second-hand narratives are eschewed for a dynamic portrait of an inspired spirit among his generation's greatest and most underrated musical innovators. (continue)
In Theory have just released their new single "Since I've Been Loving You," with special guest Eric Gales in tribute to one the greatest rock bands - Led Zeppelin. The single is powerful, emotional collaboration with guitar legend Eric Gales and Mike Mostert bringing down the house.
This exciting dramatic version showcases the incredible vocalist Tony Covino, along with a special all-star cast of Glen Sobel-Drums (Alice Cooper/ Hollywood Vampires/ Motley Crue), Jimbo Hart- Bass (Jason Isbell), and Clayton Ivey- Keys (Swamper/Fame Gang). (continue)
Progressive pioneers Haken spent 2024 celebrating their most recent acclaimed studio album, 'Fauna', in the most comprehensive way possible, as part of their 'An Evening With' run throughout the world.
Playing two full sets each night, the band performed 'Fauna' in full, before returning to the stage to run through a selection of the best-loved cuts from their catalogue. (continue)
For more than half a century, Norman Greenbaum's 1969 anthem "Spirit in the Sky" has captivated listeners of all generations with its euphoric energy and bold, genre-bending sound. Now, Craft Recordings celebrates the song's era-defying legacy with two special releases: a brand-new Dolby Atmos mix of the single available to stream/download today, and a vinyl reissue of Greenbaum's kaleidoscopic debut album, Spirit in the Sky, arriving June 13.
Long out-of-print, Greenbaum's 1969 debut returns to vinyl in a replica tip-on jacket with lacquers cut from the original tapes (AAA) by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio. Anchored by its beloved, iconic title track, "Spirit in the Sky," the album fuses rock, gospel, and psychedelia, featuring hidden gems like "Marcy," "Tars Of India," and "Skyline" that highlight Greenbaum's distinctive songwriting style. Meanwhile, the Dolby Atmos single gives fans an opportunity to experience "Spirit in the Sky" in transcendent spatial audio. (continue)
Fresh off the sold-out success of their debut headline tour across the U.S. and Europe, almost monday are hitting the road again in support of their debut album, DIVE and hit song "can't slow down."
THE DIVE TOUR - PART 2 launches June 11 in Mexico City before heading across the pond for a string of European headline shows beginning June 23 in Cardiff, UK. Along the way, the band will hit major festivals including Lollapalooza Berlin (July 13) and Lollapalooza Paris (July 19). (continue)
Double Vision now enters the second phase of their career, primed and ready to establish a strong foothold in the melodic rock realm with a sound that truly recreates the magic of the 80's rock vibe with a contemporary take.
Now, Double Vision are thrilled to debut their first single, "Silence Is Louder," out now via Frontiers Music Srl. The new single is accompanied by a lyric video (continue)
One week out from the cinematic return of Pink Floyd at Pompeii - MCMLXXII, the newly restored version of the groundbreaking 1972 film directed by Adrian Maben, a clip of the band recording their legendary album The Dark Side of the Moon at Abbey Road Studios and discussing their use of technology is now available to watch on YouTube here.
Digitally re-mastered in 4K from the original 35mm footage, with enhanced audio newly mixed by Steven Wilson, the upcoming theatrical release presents the definitive version of this pioneering film. Screening in cinemas and IMAX worldwide from 24 April, tickets are now on sale. (continue)
Pepsi and UC3 are excited to announce that Linkin Park will headline the UEFA Champions League final Kick Off Show presented by Pepsi on May 31st at the Munich Football Arena. Pepsi and UEFA will once again mark the final with its eagerly anticipated curtain raiser, with the event set to be an unforgettable experience just minutes ahead of the match.
Linkin Park recently made a triumphant return to the spotlight with the release of From Zero, their first new music in seven years. The album hit the top of the charts across the globe and features #1 smashes "Heavy Is The Crown" and "The Emptiness Machine," which surged as the biggest rock song of 2024 with over 250 million streams. Notably, as reported by Billboard, LINKIN PARK was the one-and-only rock band to cross over 2 Billion yearly streams in 2024. The momentum continues this year with their ferocious new single "Up From The Bottom," taken from their upcoming From Zero (Deluxe Edition), releasing on May 16. Meanwhile, the band continues their massive From Zero World Tour, picking up next in Austin, TX on April 26, winding their way across sold-out stadiums in Europe for the summer, and culminating in South America this fall. (continue)
Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen have released the second single and video for "Dangerous Game" from their highly anticipated fourth album IV (MoMojo Records) due out June 6.
"Dangerous Game" leans heavily into the band's Rock n' Roll side. With a signature guitar riff destined to be one of his best, Dustin Douglas not only sings with power and grit of a dangerous romance but emits the feeling through a six-string fury. The song is a classic rock-rooted adventure with an injection of sleaze and power. (continue)
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