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Benedict Cumberbatch Cast As Pete Seeger In Bob Dylan Biopic
Stereogum - 20 May 2023 18:57
Benedict Cumberbatch has been cast as Pete Seeger in James Mangold’s in-the-works Bob Dylan biopic, A Complete Unknown, which stars Timothée Chalamet (who will do his own singing) in the titular role. Deadline reporte...
Beyoncé Enlists Kendrick Lamar for "America Has a Problem" Remix
Complex - 20 May 2023 02:28
Bey released the surprise track on Friday night, nearly 10 months after the original version appeared on her Grammy-winning album, 'Renaissance.'
Adidas' Yeezy Sales Are Going to Anti-Defamation League, George Floyd Family's Organization
Rolling Stone - 20 May 2023 21:02
"There is no place in sport or society for hate of any kind and we remain committed to fighting against it," company says
Bad Omens: "The goal with this band is to expand people's musical horizons"
NME - 20 May 2023 11:00
Frontman Noah Sebastian discusses the Virginia four-piece's long-awaited breakthrough, going viral and their position as a gateway band The post Bad Omens: "The goal with this band is to expand people’s musical horizon...
Songwriter Pete Brown, Co-Writer of 'Sunshine of Your Love' & 'White Room,' Dies at 82
Billboard - 20 May 2023 23:55
The London-based songwriter and poet passed away after a battle with cancer.
Adidas to Start Selling Stockpile of Yeezy Sneakers, With Proceeds Going to Anti-Racism Groups
Billboard - 20 May 2023 23:29
Proceeds will be donated to various anti-racism groups.
Midnight Sun festival cancelled with just a week to go
NME - 20 May 2023 23:02
The festival on the Isle of Lewis was due to be headlined by Primal Scream The post Midnight Sun festival cancelled with just a week to go appeared first on NME.
Billy Corgan Has Some Thoughts About AI Music
Stereogum - 20 May 2023 22:19
Billy Corgan of the Smashing Pumpkins has offered an opinion on AI. Sitting down for an interview with DJ Zach Sang earlier in May, Corgan spoke about how “AI will change music forever. Because once young artists figur...
Suede and Manic Street Preachers announce co-headline shows in Japan
NME - 20 May 2023 22:07
It follows a recent joint tour in the US The post Suede and Manic Street Preachers announce co-headline shows in Japan appeared first on NME.
Watch The Hold Steady Perform Songs From The Price Of Progress On CBS Saturday Sessions
Stereogum - 20 May 2023 20:18
The Hold Steady released their ninth studio album The Price Of Progress back in March, and today they’re on CBS’ Saturday Sessions for an interview and a few live performances. In addition to playing “Perdido” an...
Dua Lipa Makes Red Carpet Debut With Boyfriend Romain Gavras at Cannes Film Festival
Billboard - 20 May 2023 20:09
"Last night in Cannes with my sweetheart," the singer wrote on social media.
Deftones mark 20th anniversary of self-titled album with new vinyl and merch
NME - 20 May 2023 19:56
The 2003 LP followed the legendary 'White Pony' from three years prior The post Deftones mark 20th anniversary of self-titled album with new vinyl and merch appeared first on NME.
Get Paid To Attend A Taylor Swift Concert With This One Weird Trick
Stereogum - 20 May 2023 19:44
A Taylor Swift fan has gone viral for finding a truly creative — and even lucrative — way to experience the Eras tour in Nashville. Accountant Davis Perrigo so badly wanted to attend the Eras tour at the Nissan Stadi...
Stream Fog Lake's Surprise New Album Midnight Society
Stereogum - 20 May 2023 19:29
Fog Lake, the lo-fi project of Newfoundland-based Aaron Powell, has been relatively quiet since releasing 2021’s Tragedy Reel LP. Last year, Powell released a collaborative single, “where are you now,” with dj pool...
Listen to Ben Howard's encouraging new song 'Walking Backwards'
NME - 20 May 2023 19:18
"'Walking Backwards' is a song to remind ourselves you are doing just fine," he says. "A small, personal resistance to the growing pressure to conform" The post Listen to Ben Howard’s encouraging new song ‘Walking Ba...
Wisconsin Teacher Who Called Out School's "Rainbowland" Ban Says She's Getting Fired
Stereogum - 20 May 2023 19:17
A first grade teacher in Wisconsin has been fired after speaking out against Waukesha Schools’ decision to ban Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton’s “Rainbowland” from a spring concert. Last week, Melissa Tempel told th...
The Spinners Donate Performance Outfits to Motown Museum in Detroit
Billboard - 20 May 2023 18:52
The gift included 375 outfits worn by the group during performances.
Alice Glass Previews Cover Of Aqua's "Barbie Girl" For Barbie Movie
Stereogum - 20 May 2023 18:33
Greta Gerwig’s much-hyped Barbie movie starring Margo Robbie and Ryan Gosling will hit theaters July 21. It features a cover of Aqua’s famous 1997 “Barbie Girl” performed by Alice Glass and Adore. Glass previewed...
Sex Pistols to release 'Anarchy In The UK' 7″ replica single
NME - 20 May 2023 18:29
It's the first time the band's legendary debut single has been released on coloured vinyl The post Sex Pistols to release ‘Anarchy In The UK’ 7″ replica single appeared first on NME.
DEREK ST. HOLMES Says TED NUGENT's Politics Have Hurt His Legacy: 'I Want To Go To A Concert And Have A Good Time'
Blabbermouth - 20 May 2023 18:23
In a new interview with AL.com, Derek St. Holmes, the legendary guitarist and vocalist known for his time working with Ted Nugent in the 1970s, was asked if he thinks Ted's politics have diminished his guitar legacy. Der...
Beyoncé - "AMERICA HAS A PROBLEM (Remix Feat. Kendrick Lamar)"
Stereogum - 20 May 2023 18:07
Last night, Beyoncé surprise-dropped a remix of her Renaissance track “America Has A Problem.” Now featuring Kendrick Lamar, the track launches right into a tight rapped verse that touches on AI (“Even AI gotta pr...
'Love to Love You, Donna Summer': What We Learned About The Disco Icon's Trailblazing Career
Rolling Stone - 20 May 2023 18:04
A new HBO documentary, narrated by Summer's daughter Brooklyn Sudano, examines an elusive life