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Another Former Grammys CEO Sued For Sexual Assault
Stereogum - 7 Dec 2023 03:33
Last month, it was reported that an anonymous musician was suing Neil Portnow, the former head of the Grammys, for rape. Today, Billboard reported that Mike Greene, another former Grammys CEO, is also facing a lawsuit fo...
HELMET's PAGE HAMILTON: 'It's Not In My DNA' To 'Write The Same Song Over And Over Again'
Blabbermouth - 7 Dec 2023 03:12
In a new interview with Australia's Heavy, HELMET frontman Page Hamilton was asked how the band's recently released album, "Left", has been received so far. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Everybody t...
Ricky Gervais criticised for using ableist slur in Netflix special
NME - 8 Dec 2023 01:48
A disability equality charity has condemned the special The post Ricky Gervais criticised for using ableist slur in Netflix special appeared first on NME.
GEOFF TATE Likes Playing Smaller Places On 'Operation: Mindcrime' 35th-Anniversary Tour: 'It Seems So Much More Personal'
Blabbermouth - 8 Dec 2023 01:36
In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, former QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate spoke about what it has been like to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the band's classic "Operation: Mindcrime" album on tour in 2023. H...
The 10 Best Screaming Females Songs
Stereogum - 8 Dec 2023 01:36
The shock hasn’t worn off yet. New Jersey rock legends Screaming Females called it quits earlier this week, ending a brilliant 18-year run. The trio of guitarist/vocalist Marissa Paternoster, bassist “King” Mike Ab...
Elon Musk jokes Taylor Swift could face "popularity decline" after winning Time's Person Of The Year
NME - 8 Dec 2023 00:55
Musk previously won the title back in 2021 The post Elon Musk jokes Taylor Swift could face “popularity decline” after winning Time’s Person Of The Year appeared first on NME.
Colette Maze, Pianist Who Started Recording in Her 80s, Dies at 109
The New York Times - 8 Dec 2023 00:52
Born before the outbreak of World War I, she began making albums in the 1990s. She released her latest, "109 Ans de Piano," this year.
Kelela shares full tracklist for 'RAVE:N, The Remixes Album'
NME - 8 Dec 2023 00:46
Check out the full tracklist and remix of 'Closure' here The post Kelela shares full tracklist for ‘RAVE:N, The Remixes Album’ appeared first on NME.
Big Dyke Energy launch fundraiser to save the UK's queer raves
NME - 8 Dec 2023 00:43
The Save Queer Raves Grant is a "long-term initiative" that will provide financial support and mentorship to "queer, trans+, non-binary and intersex event organisers across the UK". The post Big Dyke Energy launch fundra...
IRON MAIDEN's NICKO MCBRAIN Reflects On Ministroke: 'I Thought, 'This Is It. I'm Not Going To Be Able To Play.''
Blabbermouth - 8 Dec 2023 00:32
In the new issue of Metal Hammer magazine, IRON MAIDEN's Nicko McBrain discussed the effects of the ministroke he suffered earlier this year and his ongoing recovery. He said: "Well, it was very, very difficult. When it ...
Van Jones Says Vivek Ramaswamy Left Him "Shaking" After Great Replacement Theory Quip
Hip-Hop Wired - 8 Dec 2023 00:30
CNN commentator Van Jones says that Vivek Ramaswamy and the GOP presidential hopeful's "great replacement theory" quip had him shaking.
How to watch The Game Awards 2023
NME - 8 Dec 2023 00:14
The show takes place in the early hours of tomorrow (December 8) if you're in the UK The post How to watch The Game Awards 2023 appeared first on NME.
iDKHOW share funky new dance track, 'Gloomtown Brats'
NME - 8 Dec 2023 00:07
It's the latest song taken from upcoming new album, 'Gloom Division' The post iDKHOW share funky new dance track, ‘Gloomtown Brats’ appeared first on NME.
Nicki Minaj Reminisces on Some of her Favorite Looks, From 'Pink Friday' Cover to 2023 'Vogue' Cover
Billboard - 8 Dec 2023 00:04
The rapper shared the stories behind 11 of her best known outfits with 'Vogue.'
Splice's Year-End Data Reveals What Producers Are Into: Amapiano & Phonk Skyrocket, Trap Is Down
Billboard - 8 Dec 2023 00:00
The sample platform's first-ever release of its year-end stats reveals big gains in African music and country downloads while showing dips in hip-hop and K-pop.
Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer reunite in 'Painting Birds' Christmas special
NME - 7 Dec 2023 23:48
Mortimer makes a guest appearance in the upcoming festive special The post Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer reunite in ‘Painting Birds’ Christmas special appeared first on NME.
STITCHED UP HEART's ALECIA 'MIXI' DEMNER: 'I Feel Like It's My Responsibility To Bring More Women' Into Rock/Metal World
Blabbermouth - 7 Dec 2023 23:41
During an appearance on the latest episode of Knotfest's "She's With The Band", the show hosted by Tori Kravitz aiming to amplify the voices of women on stage, backstage and in the business, STITCHED UP HEART singer Alec...
Riley Gale's father speaks out after criticising Power Trip reunion
NME - 7 Dec 2023 23:37
The band played a surprise gig earlier this month following the passing of their frontman The post Riley Gale's father speaks out after criticising Power Trip reunion appeared first on NME.
Foreordained
Blabbermouth - 7 Dec 2023 23:32
As winter starts to tighten its grip, PHOBOCOSM are engaged in a desperate embrace with the dark. An enigmatic, shadowy crew from Montreal, they have released two previous albums, "Deprived" and "Bringer Of Drought": bot...
Famous Football Fans: Musicians Stuntin' on the Sidelines
Billboard - 7 Dec 2023 23:27
Hut, hut, hike!
Limoblaze teams up with Elle Limebear for the hopeful "Over" [Video]
Ear Milk - 7 Dec 2023 23:24
Afro Gospel artist Limoblaze has just released a timeless and important single. Called "Over", the track features contemporary pop singer Elle Limebear and it is the latest collaboration from this… The post Limoblaze t...
Griff teams up with Coldplay's Chris Martin for emotive new song 'Astronaut'
NME - 7 Dec 2023 23:21
"Chris advised me to strip it all back and keep things simple, so I had the cheek to ask him to play on it himself and I am so honoured he agreed" The post Griff teams up with Coldplay’s Chris Martin for emotive new so...