After a seven-year hiatus, A.V. Undercover is back, and the return couldn’t be more electrifying. When we teased the comeback on Twitter, our friends at Consequence suggested that GWAR cover “I’m Just Ken” from Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. We were on board if the interplanetary warriors were, and it turns out, they were all in. Fresh […]
Category: Alternative Rock
The Unsung Influence: How Black Sabbath Shaped Eddie Vedder and Pearl Jam
Some folks are born with a natural allegiance to abrasive rock and roll music, whereas others are converted during their younger years, usually as a result of a particularly memorable record. For many kids and teenagers of the 1990s, those records were produced by Pearl Jam, the Seattle rock outfit that rose to prominence during […]
Tenacious D Cancels Tour After Kyle Gass’ Controversial Remarks About Trump
The comedy rock duo Tenacious D, comprised of Jack Black and Kyle Gass, has abruptly canceled the remainder of their tour following controversial comments made by Gass about the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. During a concert in Sydney on Sunday, Gass was presented with a birthday cake and was asked by […]
Slayer’s Kerry King Reflects on Missed Opportunity with Beastie Boys’ Hit “No Sleep Till Brooklyn”
Slayer guitarist Kerry King recently shared a lighthearted yet poignant reflection on his iconic guitar solo for the Beastie Boys’ 1987 hit “No Sleep Till Brooklyn.” In a candid interview with Border City Rock Talk, King revealed that he took a one-off payment for his performance, a decision he now humorously regrets given the song’s […]
Simple Plan Punkifies Elton John’s Disney Classic
On Friday, July 12, Simple Plan put their own punk/pop spin on “Can You Feel The Love Tonight,” Elton John’s iconic 1994 hit from Disney’s The Lion King, to honor the movie’s 30th anniversary. This reimagined track is the first single off the upcoming album A Whole New Sound, which features alternative, rock, and pop-punk […]
Metallica Takeover Set to Rock Minneapolis with Concerts and Themed Events
Legendary heavy metal band Metallica is heading to Minneapolis, bringing with them a full array of Metallica-themed activities that will electrify the Twin Cities. Following the release of their 11th studio album, “72 Seasons,” in 2023, Metallica is set to perform on August 16 and 18 at U.S. Bank Stadium. Tickets for these highly anticipated […]
The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside” Breaks Records 20 Years After Release
More than two decades after its release, The Killers’ hit song “Mr. Brightside” continues to make history and collect accolades. This week, the American alternative rock band received two Guinness World Records for the extraordinary chart success of their iconic single in the United Kingdom. “Mr. Brightside” has now spent a staggering 416 weeks — […]
Queens of the Stone Age Cancel European Tour Dates Due to Josh Homme’s Emergency Surgery
Queens of the Stone Age have announced the cancellation of eight European tour dates due to lead singer Josh Homme needing to return to the United States for emergency surgery. The band shared the news on social media, expressing their regret over the cancellations and explaining the urgency of the situation. “QOTSA regret to announce […]
Ariana Grande Calls Out Double Standards in Criticism of Her Voice Changes
Ariana Grande is addressing recent commentary about her voice and highlighting the differences in how such criticism is directed at men versus women. In an interview for the Shut Up Evan podcast with Evan Ross Katz on July 9, Grande, 31, discussed the changes in her voice and the criticism that has followed. She emphasized […]
Suicidal Tendencies Drop New Single with Star-Studded Lineup
Suicidal Tendencies have hinted at releasing new music with their current lineup, and the wait is over. The band’s frontman, Mike Muir, along with guitarist Dean Pleasants, Dillinger Escape Plan’s Ben Weinman on second guitar, Robert Trujillo’s son Tye Trujillo, and Slipknot’s recent outcast Jay Weinberg, have delivered their latest single, “Nós Somos Família.” During […]