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'Four In A Bed' and Boards Of Canada: Foals' Yannis Philippakis' guide to battling boredom in lockdown
NME - 27 Apr 2020 18:09
The frontman plans to spend his time off reading about cavemen and getting into soap. Sure, why not? The post ‘Four In A Bed’ and Boards Of Canada: Foals’ Yannis Philippakis’ guide to battling boredom in lockdown...
Kevin Parker Played a 'Slow Rush' Song For 'Home Front' Virtual Concert: Watch
Billboard - 27 Apr 2020 07:54
Parker joined in the Music From The Home Front virtual concert, along with 50-plus other stars from Australia and New Zealand.
NITA STRAUSS Announces 'Rock Guitar Fundamentals' Online Teaching Program
Blabbermouth - 27 Apr 2020 15:53
Nita Strauss, the Los Angeles-based guitar shredder for the ALICE COOPER band, has launched "Rock Guitar Fundamentals" -- a three-module online guitar teaching program suitable for learners of all levels. The course is a...
The Number Ones: REO Speedwagon's "Keep On Loving You"
Stereogum - 27 Apr 2020 16:42
In The Number Ones, I'm reviewing every single #1 single in the history of the Billboard Hot 100, starting with the chart's beginning, in 1958, and working my way up into the present.…
Michael Buble's Son Makes Adorable Appearance In Social Video After Cancer Battle
Billboard - 27 Apr 2020 07:03
Buble also confirmed he's working on a new album.
Sia shares 'Tiger King'-inspired song featuring Maddie Ziegler
NME - 27 Apr 2020 06:33
"Joe Exotic / Breeds lions and tigers, chaotic!" The post Sia shares ‘Tiger King’-inspired song featuring Maddie Ziegler appeared first on NME Music News, Reviews, Videos, Galleries, Tickets and Blogs | NME.COM.
Adam Schlesinger's Girlfriend Details Songwriter's Final Moments
SPIN - 27 Apr 2020 06:26
It's been nearly a month since Fountains of Wayne songwriter Adam Schlesinger died from COVID-19. Schlesinger has been the subject of many moving tributes -- and rightfully so. But none are more powerful than what Alexis...
Hit The North Festival announces rescheduled 2020 dates, and expands line-up
NME - 27 Apr 2020 23:10
"Hopefully we can all be together to celebrate defeating this terrible virus" The post Hit The North Festival announces rescheduled 2020 dates, and expands line-up appeared first on NME Music News, Reviews, Videos, Galle...
The NBA Is About To Reopen Some Practice Facilities For Workouts And Rehab
Hip-Hop Wired - 27 Apr 2020 21:18
Even though some cities are now open for business sports fans continue to wait for any news regarding potentially seeing their respective teams back in action. The NBA is now taking some small steps in preparation. As sp...
Watch the Doobie Brothers Perform 'Black Water' In Isolation
Rolling Stone - 27 Apr 2020 17:44
"We knew we would want to share something with others out there who are in isolation just like we are," Patrick Simmons says
Watch Canadian Artists Sing "Lean On Me" For COVID-19 Relief
Stereogum - 27 Apr 2020 17:08
We have a new entry in the nascent genre of "remotely-recorded quarantine-era all-star TV-special singalongs." Last night, a whole lot of Canadian celebrities participated in Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble, a Canadian ...
Barbra Streisand, Adam Lambert Appear During GLAAD Event to Voice Support
Billboard - 27 Apr 2020 05:47
During GLAAD's Sunday (April 26) Together In Pride: You Are Not Alone hosted by Billy Eichner and Lilly Singh, numerous LGBTQ luminaries and allies appeared via their homes from quarantine.
Saudi Arabia Investment Fund Acquires $500 Million Stake in Live Nation
Rolling Stone - 28 Apr 2020 01:56
Country's sovereign wealth fund now third-largest stakeholder in music industry giant
Unreleased Notorious B.I.G. verse unearthed by Statik Selektah for 'Bastard Child'
NME - 28 Apr 2020 01:32
Even the biggest Biggie fans probably haven't heard this verse The post Unreleased Notorious B.I.G. verse unearthed by Statik Selektah for ‘Bastard Child’ appeared first on NME Music News, Reviews, Videos, Galleries,...
Republican Michigan Lawmaker Wore Confederate Flag Mask, Denied Doing So
Hip-Hop Wired - 28 Apr 2020 01:23
State Sen. Dale Zorn eventually ended up apologizing for wearing the mask to a Friday vote regarding the novel coronavirus spread in the state.
Oprah Winfrey, Questlove, Common Join 'Call to Unite' 24-Hour Livestream
Rolling Stone - 28 Apr 2020 01:22
Online event also featuring Alanis Morissette, Julia Roberts and Jennifer Garner will raise funds for COVID-19 relief efforts
Tekashi 6ix9ine's Kidnapper Denied Early Release From Prison Amid Coronavirus Concerns
Complex - 28 Apr 2020 01:02Watch Beck Cover Chris Bell's "I Am The Cosmos" In Quarantine
Stereogum - 28 Apr 2020 01:01
Beck is the latest artist to get in on the self-isolation covers game. Over the weekend, he shared a clip of him covering "I Am The Cosmos," the title track from Big Star member Chris Bell's only solo album, which was re...
Larkins show off their sonic storytelling on "Are We Having Any Fun Yet?" [Video]
Ear Milk - 28 Apr 2020 01:00
Manchester-based Larkins are currently self-isolating in the studio, where they are writing new music and devising livestream plans. Frontman Josh Noble has his laptop, mic, and headphones by his side at all times, just ...
System Of A Down's Serj Tankian shares new song featuring lyrics written by Armenian Prime Minister
NME - 28 Apr 2020 00:49
One hundred percent of the song's proceeds will go to the My Step Foundation in Armenia The post System Of A Down’s Serj Tankian shares new song featuring lyrics written by Armenian Prime Minister appeared first on NME...
Bandcamp to Waive Rev Share on First Friday of Next 3 Months to Support Artists
SPIN - 28 Apr 2020 00:39
Bandcamp was one of the first companies to publicly support artists when it waived fees on March 20 and gave all of the profits that day them. It raised over $4 million for them (according to internal Bandcamp numbers) -...
MATT SORUM's 'Double Talkin' Jive' Autobiography Will Now Arrive In Late Summer Or Early Fall
Blabbermouth - 28 Apr 2020 00:36
Former GUNS n' ROSES drummer Matt Sorum's autobiography, "Double Talkin' Jive: True Rock 'N' Roll Stories From The Drummer Of Guns N' Roses, The Cult, And Velvet Revolver", which was previously due in April and was subse...