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Two-plus decades in the music industry as a program director, host, influencer, voice-over artist, and artist manager. Passionate about introducing music fans to talented artists. Avid sports card collector. Pizza lover. Microbrew connoisssoir.
For Sale: See Photos of the Former L.A. Home Kurt Cobain & Courtney Love Once Shared
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For Sale: See Photos of the Former L.A. Home Kurt Cobain & Courtney Love Once Shared

The Los Angeles area home once shared by the iconic couple Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love is on the market. According to the listing at Sotheby's International Realty, the three-bedroom, three-bath house is available for just under a million dollars. Located at 6881 Alta Loma Terrace, the home is a major fixer-upper as it's fallen into disrepair. The 2,500 square foot pad is part of R&R history as much of Nirvana's final album In Utero was reportedly written there. Cobain & Love moved into Hollywood Hills home in 1992 with a young Frances Bean. For more photos, you can link up with Sotheby's International Realty.
Muse Celebrating 20th Anniversary of Origin of Symmetry Album With Remixx Edition
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Muse Celebrating 20th Anniversary of Origin of Symmetry Album With Remixx Edition

Hard to believe it's been 20 years. Experimental alt/rockers Muse are set to reflect upon the success of their sophomore album release Origin of Symmetry. The new XX Anniversary Remixx Edition will be released on June 18. The album originally topped the charts in the UK in July of 2001 but wasn't available in the United States until four years later due to some issues with the record label. By then US fans were wrapping their heads around songs from the Absolution album which included break-out singles 'Time Is Running Out' and 'Hysteria'. So while a success across the pond and appreciated by fans, the album never got a proper spotlight in the states. Muse's Matt Bellamy, Dominic Howard and Chris Wolstenholme are celebrating their 27th year as a band. They've got two Grammy's and a...
Lollapalooza Confirms Return For 2021, Lineup Announced
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Lollapalooza Confirms Return For 2021, Lineup Announced

The iconic Lollapalooza Festival was forced to cancel last year in the face of the pandemic. They've come roaring back to life with a lineup announcement and ticket information. Set to take place July 29 through August 1 in Grant Park in Chicago, tickets are on sale now. The four-day event will feature big names like Foo Fighters, Post Malone, and Miley Cyrus. The full lineup can be viewed here. Lollapalooza was founded in 1991 when organizer Perry Ferrell conceived of the idea as a farewell tour for his band, Janes Addiction. The show has spent time as a traveling roadshow but has been a destination festival since 2005. The lineup is impressive, who are you most excited for? Are you ready to start going back to concerts? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdGb4UbAQrI&t=1...
Ian Flanigan Drops New Single ‘Grow Up’ Featuring Blake Shelton
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Ian Flanigan Drops New Single ‘Grow Up’ Featuring Blake Shelton

The wait for the highly anticipated new single from singer/songwriter Ian Flanigan is over. Featuring country superstar Blake Shelton, 'Grow Up' was recorded recently in Nashville, TN. Tune in to Monday night's edition of The Voice on NBC for an exclusive performance with Shelton. The appearance is a return to the national stage for Flanigan after a third-place finish on the popular singing competition show last season. Expect more concert dates to be announced soon. In the meantime, you can watch his homecoming live stream from Pawling, NY on Thursday, August 5. Daryls House is owned by Hall & Oates Daryl Hall. For updates on Ian's life on the road follow along on Twitter & Instagram. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m11TVYK0usM
Five Acts That Are Eligible For The 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class
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Five Acts That Are Eligible For The 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class

Artists become eligible for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 25 years after the release of their first album. With the class of 2021 announcement, we decided to peek into the future. Here are five acts eligible for 2022 that just might blow your mind. Are you ready for this? 5. Nickelback They've had some massive hits but do they belong in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? Nickelback's debut album Curb was released on May 15, 1996. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaquYFPiMeE&list=PL6vwnon3sINqLNr0OdEV_Z_7A3cW4UdjX 4. Fiona Apple Fiona Apple's debut album Tidal would see the release of six singles including the iconic 'Criminal'. Released in 1996 it wouldn't be until two years later that she'd take home a Grammy for the track. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFOz...
Stacked Firefly Lineup To Feature The Killers, Billie Eilish, Lizzo & Others
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Stacked Firefly Lineup To Feature The Killers, Billie Eilish, Lizzo & Others

The Firefly Music Festival was canceled in 2020 and delaying this year from summer until fall. The lineup has just been announced and was worth the wait. More than 100 acts will spread out across four days and seven stages at the annual Dover, Delaware event. This marks the fourth Firefly performance for The Killers with Billie Eilish, Tame Impala, Lizzo, and Cage The Elephant all capable of stealing the show at any moment. To view the full lineup, link up here. Ticket Info Set to take place September 23-26, pre-sale tickets are available Friday at 10 AM with availability for the general public on May 17 at 10 AM. General admission weekend passes start at $299+fees and they'll be offering VIP and Super VIP for those looking to live it up after a potentially long concert droug...
Dayglow Album Drops May 21, Shows Selling Out Ahead Of Fall Tour
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Dayglow Album Drops May 21, Shows Selling Out Ahead Of Fall Tour

Dayglow broke out with 2018s 'Can I Call You Tonight' and is back with fresh material. A new album, Harmony House, is set to be released on May 21. The latest single to be released is 'Balcony' and is worth a listen. Sloan Struble, the mastermind behind Dayglow began playing music at a young age. So far he's got a gold-certified single, a rapidly growing fanbase, and a seemingly bright career ahead. Take a listen to 'Balcony' and let us know what you think. https://twitter.com/dayglowband/status/1390156444868268033 2021 Tour Dates, New Video Below 9/9 - Dallas, TX - House of Blues Dallas9/10 - Austin, TX - Stubb's Austin SOLD OUT9/11 - Houston, TX - Warehouse Live9/13 - Phoenix, AZ - The Van Buren9/15 - Los Angeles, CA - The Fonda Theatre9/16 - Los Angeles, CA - The Fon...
Modest Mouse Return After Six Years With A New Single & Album Announcement
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Modest Mouse Return After Six Years With A New Single & Album Announcement

With three gold records under their belt, could Modest Mouse earn a fourth? Their new song 'We Are Between' dropped Wednesday and is causing quite a stir. Is anyone else hearing The Cure guitar vibes on the track? According to a post on their social media pages, the new album is called The Golden Casket, and it's due out on June 25. Modest Mouse formed in the early 90s, it was their 2004 release Good News For People Who Love Bad News, that made them a household name with singles like 'Float On' and 'Missed The Boat'. Let us know what you think of the new material in the comments section. For more updates, you can follow Modest Mouse on Twitter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SV_5-DKhAvI Lyrics: HELLO HELLO HELLO, THIS IS THE WORST PARTWE ARE WE ARE WE ARE MIRRORS OF...
Everclear Set To Take Special Guests Living Colour, Hoobastank & Wheatus On Tour This Summer
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Everclear Set To Take Special Guests Living Colour, Hoobastank & Wheatus On Tour This Summer

The 2021 edition of the Summerland Tour is set to kick off Friday, July 2nd in Middletown, New York. Everclear will be joined on this year's tour with legends Living Colour along with Hoobastank and Wheatus. For full tour dates, view below. Summerland Tour is an annual traveling music festival founded by Everclear frontman Art Alexakis. Known for bringing along some of the best bands from the 90s, the likes of Eve 6, Fuel, LIVE, and others have been featured in previous years. Tickets are on sale Friday morning at 10 AM via SummerLandTour.net. For full tour dates, view below. V.I.P. and meet and greet packages are available if you want to live it up. More shows are expected as reductions in COVID restrictions are announced in additional states. Everclear https://www....
Burning Man 2021 Cancelled
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Burning Man 2021 Cancelled

The iconic Burning Man Festival has been canceled. Organizers will instead focus on the 2022 event due to the lingering pandemic. Set to take place in August, the event draws thousands of people from around the world each year. The first Burning Man took place in San Franciso in the mid-1980s and has grown into an event attended by nearly 80,000 people in 2019. The 2020 edition of Burning Man was also canceled. Check the video below for the full announcement from CEO Marian Goodell. Spread out over a nine-day period, the focus on community, arts, and self-expression has endeared the event to many. Organizers have stated the decision to cancel is not based on just one factor but a combination of problems that have prevented the event to move forward. All of us at Burning Man ...