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Thoughts On grandson and His ILYIT Listening Event in New York City

2May

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Music

Thoughts On grandson and His ILYIT Listening Event in New York City

“[I’m frequently asked], ‘why do you write about what you write about?’ Well, because I grew up the way that I did.” - Jordan Benjamin (grandson). If you live near New York and follow internationally-acclaimed alt rock artist grandson, then you probably heard about the I Love You, I’m Trying listening event in Central Park that occurred earlier today; maybe you saw the ILYIT signs while out on a walk around the park... You might’ve even gotten coordinates sent to your phone, which, if plugged into your GPS app of choice, would’ve sent you to a random field in the middle of The Ramble, a woodsy part of the park with trees so tall you might even be able to forget that you’re in New York City for a while. (Or, if you’re lucky like me, your GPS might have sent you to two ...

Tash Sultana Summer Tour Dates Announced

25Apr

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

Tash Sultana Summer Tour Dates Announced

Australian multi-instrumentalist Tash Sultana is set to headline another series of North American shows from August to October 2023. Photo credit: Giulia Giannini McGauran Tash Sultana's musical journey over the last 15 years has taken them from open mic nights to releasing platinum records and selling hundreds of thousands of concert tickets worldwide. Following their Rolling Stone (AU) 2023 Global Artist of the Year win, they are back, visiting some cities they have never performed in before, as well as huge festivals. Tash Sultana: New Single The new single "James Dean," from their upcoming EP, is a powerful and soulful song about self-reflection and transformation. Driven by a strong guitar riff and a steady beat, the song showcases Sultana's passionate vocals, urging the ...

Toadies New Album With Producer Steve Albini Announced

24Apr

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Features, Music

Toadies New Album With Producer Steve Albini Announced

Photo Credit: Matt Cooper Alt-rockers Toadies have announced exciting news on two fronts. That includes plans to record a new album with highly regarded producer Steve Albini and the re-release of the band's first-ever single "Dig A Hole/I Hope You Die." The double-sided single has been remixed and remastered by Chris "Frenchie" Smith. This re-release is available on vinyl for the first time, with the tracks featured on one-sided colored 12” vinyl. The B-side features a Toadies etched logo and extensive liner notes. Toadies' drummer Mark Reznicek credits the cassette of "Dig A Hole/I Hope You Die" with changing his life. The lineup for this recording includes Vaden Todd Lewis, Charles Mooney III, Lisa Umbager, and Michael Jerome Moore. New Music Coming Toadies will start r...

Experience Underoath Live on Their Summer Tour

23Apr

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

Experience Underoath Live on Their Summer Tour

Underoath Tour Details Underoath has announced their summer co-headlining tour with The Ghost Inside. We Came As Romans and Better Lovers will be on board for support. The tour kicks off on July 16 at The Shed in Chicago and wraps up on August 19 at The Observatory Festival Grounds in Santa Ana. According to Underoath, "This tour has been a long time in the making and we couldn’t be more pumped. The fact that we’ve never toured with any of these bands before is wild but the fact that we’re all on one tour is making me count down the day till it starts. Insane summer ahead!" Busy Summer For Underoath Prior to the co-headlining tour, Underoath will support Falling In Reverse in early July. If you're a fan, you won't want to miss out on the opportunity to experience their electri...

‘Cocaine Bear’ is Exactly As Advertised (Review)

21Apr

By Matt ShiverdeckerNo Comments

Features, Film, Reviews

‘Cocaine Bear’ is Exactly As Advertised (Review)

Let's get one thing clear: 'Cocaine Bear' is genuinely a fun concept and exactly the movie you think it is. Is it any good? Let's just say, your mileage may vary on that aspect. Director Elizabeth Banks is in on the joke. She takes a "what did they just say" concept and turns it into an inherently watchable movie. It's just an incredibly silly one. Hannah Hoekstra as Elsa in 'Cocaine Bear' (Universal Pictures) Pitched as an "inspired by a true story" tale, 'Cocaine Bear' is as loosely rooted in the truth as a certain bloated and very orange ex-President. Which is to say, virtually nothing that happens in this film actually occurred in real life except for the fact that a dead bear was found in Georgia in 1985. Officials believe it ate an entire duffel bag of cocaine that had been...

6 Rock Bangers From 2006 You Probably Forgot About

30Apr

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Music

6 Rock Bangers From 2006 You Probably Forgot About

Ahhh, 2006... the year in which Twitter first launched, Western Union sent its last telegram, Beyoncé was at the top of the charts, colorful ketchup* was discontinued, and the world lost an icon (Steve Irwin) to a freak stingray accident. Not only that, but it was the year that box offices saw the release of Cars, Night at the Museum, The Da Vinci Code, and Happy Feet... Facebook opened its doors to anyone age 13+ with a valid email address, creating a whole new generation of social media users who weren't even able to drive yet. Amid all of this chaos, it's easy to forget that 2006 was also an incredible year for rock music-- In this article, we're here to remind you of some of the top rock songs from 2006 that you might've forgotten about. Top Rock Music from 2006 "Face...

Iconic Rockers Extreme Drop Two New Singles Simultaneously

19Apr

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

Iconic Rockers Extreme Drop Two New Singles Simultaneously

Multi-platinum hard rock icons Extreme might be known for songs like "More Than Words" and "Hole Hearted" but they're still turning out the hits. The band has been making waves lately with their single, "Rise." Now they're back with two new singles ahead of the release of their new album SIX on June 9th. 'SIX' Album Artwork "Banshee" is a seductive classic hard rock tune with a chugging rhythm section and playful guitar wizardry. The track features electrifying vocals that testify to the power and inspiration of the female form and spirit. It's the kind of song that'll get your blood pumping and your head banging. And then there's "#REBEL," a scathing track that takes on so-called keyboard warriors with its head-nodding beat and searing lead guitar runs. It's a hard-hitting anthe...