The American rock band Semisonic has publicly objected to the White House’s unauthorized use of their 1998 hit song “Closing Time” in a recent social media post depicting deportations. The video, shared on the White House’s official accounts, shows shackled individuals being processed by authorities at an airport, accompanied by the song’s lyrics, “You don’t […]
Category: Alternative Rock
Seether Announces ‘The Surface Seems So Far Tour’ with Mammoth WVH, P.O.D., and Nonpoint
Rock enthusiasts have reason to celebrate as Seether announces their upcoming U.S. tour, “The Surface Seems So Far Tour,” set to commence this May. The tour kicks off on May 3 in Phoenix, Arizona, and concludes on May 31 in Biloxi, Mississippi. Joining Seether are notable acts Mammoth WVH, P.O.D., and Nonpoint, promising a series […]
Radiohead’s Formation of RHEUK25 LLP Sparks Speculation of New Projects
Radiohead has established a new limited liability partnership (LLP) named RHEUK25 LLP, a move that historically precedes significant band activities. This development has ignited fan speculation about potential new projects, including the possibility of a new album or tour. Radiohead has a pattern of forming LLPs ahead of major releases or tours. For instance, […]
Tom Morello to Serve as Musical Director for Black Sabbath’s Final Concert
Renowned guitarist Tom Morello has been appointed as the musical director for Black Sabbath’s upcoming farewell concert, “Back to the Beginning,” scheduled for July 5, 2025, at Villa Park in Birmingham, England. This event marks the final performance of the original Black Sabbath lineup—Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward—together on stage. […]
Liam Gallagher Fires Back After Oasis Reunion Tour Roster Leaks
Liam Gallagher has never been one to hold his tongue, and today was no different. The former Oasis frontman took to social media to lash out at leakers after NME published what it claimed to be the lineup for the band’s highly anticipated 2025 reunion tour. According to the NME report, the tour will feature […]
Tool Superfan Considers Lawsuit After Expensive Festival Disappointment
For most bands, playing a few of the same songs over multiple nights wouldn’t be a big deal. But when Tool, the progressive metal legends known for their intricate, decade-spanning discography, promised fans “two unique sets” at their exclusive Live in the Sand festival in Punta Cana, expectations were sky-high. Unfortunately, some attendees left feeling […]
Tool Faces Backlash at ‘Live in the Sand’ Festival Over Repetitive Setlists
At their inaugural ‘Live in the Sand’ festival in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Tool encountered unexpected criticism from fans due to similar setlists over two consecutive nights. The event, held on March 7 and 8, 2025, featured performances by Tool, Primus, Mastodon, and others. Tool headlined both nights, promising “two unique sets” to attendees. […]
Mastodon Enlists YouTuber Ben Eller for ‘Tool Live In The Sand’ Festival Performance
Atlanta-based progressive metal band Mastodon recently performed at the ‘Tool Live In The Sand’ festival in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, marking their first show without founding guitarist Brent Hinds. To fill the void, they recruited YouTuber and session musician Ben Eller, known for his instructional series “This Is Why You Suck At Guitar.” On March […]
John Dolmayan Reaffirms Support for Trump Amid System of a Down’s Internal Political Diversity
John Dolmayan, drummer for the renowned rock band System of a Down, has once again voiced his support for former President Donald Trump, highlighting the contrasting political views within the band. In a recent interview with Australian YouTuber Lilian Tahmasian, Dolmayan expressed his belief in the importance of law and order and criticized the prevailing […]
Ghost Unveils New Album ‘Skeletá’ and Lead Single ‘Satanized’
Swedish rock band Ghost has announced their sixth studio album, Skeletá, set for release on April 25, 2025, via Loma Vista Recordings. The band also introduced the album’s lead single, “Satanized,” accompanied by an official music video. The “Satanized” music video features the debut of Ghost’s new frontman, Papa V Perpetua, who will lead the […]