At Pearl Jam’s May 17 show in Pittsburgh, Eddie Vedder offered a heartfelt and pointed tribute to Bruce Springsteen by performing a solo acoustic rendition of “My City of Ruins.” The quiet, emotional performance stood in contrast to the political noise surrounding Springsteen, who has been under fire from former President Donald Trump for his […]
Category: Alternative Rock
The Ivors 2025: U2, Springsteen, and Songwriting’s Next Generation Take Center Stage
The 70th Ivors with Amazon Music delivered an unforgettable night of lyrical brilliance, rock legends, and bold new voices, proving once again that the art of songwriting remains as urgent and inspiring as ever. In a ceremony brimming with star power, U2 joined the elite circle of Fellows of the Ivors Academy, marking 50 years […]
Twenty One Pilots Announce Final Chapter in Decade-Long Saga With New Album ‘Breach’
A decade-long narrative arc is coming to a close. Twenty One Pilots have officially announced their seventh studio album, Breach, set for release in September. The duo—Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun—revealed the news via social media on May 21, nearly one year after dropping Clancy, teasing fans with a cryptic message: “Hello Clancy. Hello Blurryface. […]
Sleep Token Shatters Records With First No. 1 Album, Even in Arcadia
Sleep Token has reached a defining milestone in its enigmatic rise to stardom. The UK-based masked collective scored its first-ever No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with Even in Arcadia, a genre-blending, emotionally charged album that marks both a commercial and artistic high point for the band. Released via RCA Records, Even in Arcadia debuted […]
Soundgarden’s Final Chapter? Ben Shepherd Hints at Unreleased Album with Chris Cornell
Eight years after the tragic loss of Chris Cornell, Soundgarden bassist Ben Shepherd has offered fans a poignant update—and a glimmer of hope. In an emotional tribute posted on May 17, Shepherd revealed that an unreleased Soundgarden track, “The Road Less Traveled,” co-written by Cornell and drummer Matt Cameron, still lingers in the vaults of […]
Ghost to Pay Tribute to Queen at 2025 Polar Music Prize Ceremony
Swedish metal juggernauts Ghost will take the stage at this year’s Polar Music Prize ceremony on May 27th in Stockholm, honoring none other than legendary rock band Queen with a special tribute performance. Joining them is Opeth guitarist Fredrik Åkesson, in what promises to be a standout moment of the evening. Adding to the celebration […]
Evanescence, Poppy, and Dorothy Headline Women in Rock Celebration This Fall
Fall just got louder — and fiercer. Radio station 93X has officially announced its annual “Family Reunion” concert, set to bring an electrifying, female-fronted rock lineup to the Xcel Energy Center on September 19. Headlined by Evanescence and featuring Poppy, Dorothy, and Black Map, the event promises a powerhouse night celebrating women in rock and […]
Twenty One Pilots Reunite With Stolen Drum After Wild Manchester Show Incident
At a Twenty One Pilots show, the bond between the band and their Skeleton Clique fans is usually unbreakable. But at Sunday’s (May 11) concert at Manchester’s AO Arena, that trust was tested when a fan swiped a drum from the stage during the group’s signature “Trees” performance. As Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun made […]
Arcade Fire Lights Up SNL Stage with “Pink Elephant” Performances
Arcade Fire made a triumphant return to Saturday Night Live this weekend, delivering two high-energy performances from their newly released album, Pink Elephant. Marking their sixth appearance on the iconic stage, the Canadian indie rockers debuted the album’s title track, captivating audiences with their signature anthemic sound. Released just a day before their SNL set, […]
Welcome to Rockville 2025 Set to Break Records Again at Daytona International Speedway
Rock fans from around the globe are gearing up for what promises to be the biggest Welcome to Rockville yet. The four-day heavy-metal and rock festival returns to Daytona International Speedway from May 15-18, 2025, boasting a massive lineup headlined by Shinedown, Green Day, Linkin Park, and Korn. Lifelong concertgoer and local music store owner […]