Category: Alternative Rock

Paramore Ignites the Music Scene with Tribute to Talking Heads’ ‘Stop Making Sense’

In a stunning homage to Talking Heads’ iconic “Stop Making Sense,” Paramore and a host of other acclaimed artists have come together to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the groundbreaking concert film and its soundtrack. A24 Music’s announcement of “Everyone’s Getting Involved: A Tribute to Stop Making Sense” marks a pivotal moment in music history, […]

Rob Zombie’s Musical Reunion: Blasko Returns to the Bass

In an electrifying turn of events for the rock world, Rob Zombie has welcomed back Rob “Blasko” Nicholson to his band, marking a significant reunion after years apart. This announcement comes hot on the heels of Matt “Piggy D.” Montgomery’s departure, who had been a staple in Zombie’s ensemble for nearly two decades. Rob Zombie […]

Metal Love in Vegas: Anthrax’s Charlie Benante and Carla Harvey of Butcher Babies Get Engaged

In a scene that could be straight out of a rock ballad, Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante and Butcher Babies vocalist Carla Harvey announced their engagement, with the romantic moment unfolding at a U2 concert in Las Vegas. The metal music world buzzed with excitement as the couple shared images of their special day on Instagram, […]

Bad Wolves Welcome AJ Rebollo with a Bang: New Track ‘Knife’ Unleashed

Bad Wolves, the dynamic metal band known for their visceral sound, has ushered in a new era by welcoming former Issues guitarist AJ Rebollo into their ranks. Marking this significant change, they’ve released a thunderous new track titled “Knife,” showcasing a heavier, more downtuned musical direction. This release isn’t just another song drop; it’s Rebollo’s […]

Trump’s Playlist Shrinks: The Smiths Prohibit Use of Their Music in His Campaign

Donald Trump’s campaign playlist is facing a significant trim, especially after his recent rally in South Dakota where he played The Smiths’ “Please, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I Want.” This choice, audacious and ironic, stirred an immediate and sharp response from Johnny Marr, The Smiths’ founding member. Marr’s reaction was swift and unequivocal, […]

Rock Icons Unite: Pixies and Modest Mouse Announce 2024 Co-Headlining Tour with Special Guest Cat Power

In a thrilling announcement for rock fans, Pixies and Modest Mouse have revealed their plans for a co-headlining tour in the summer of 2024, promising an electrifying series of performances across North America. The tour, set to span from May 31 to June 30, 2024, will feature indie sensation Cat Power, adding an extra layer […]

Smashing Pumpkins’ Guitarist Hunt: A Mammoth Task with 10,000 Applicants

Smashing Pumpkins, a band synonymous with groundbreaking music, faces a new challenge — finding a guitarist to fill the shoes of their long-time member Jeff Schroeder. The task is proving to be herculean, with an astonishing 10,000 musicians applying for the coveted role since the band announced their search. This overwhelming response has even Billy […]

‘Saviors’: A Nostalgic yet Fresh Album

Green Day, the legendary rock band, is roaring back into the music scene with their eagerly awaited album “Saviors,” marking a thrilling return nearly four years after their previous studio release, “Father of All…” The album, rich with the band’s signature energy, is spearheaded by the Rock Airplay chart-topping single, “The American Dream Is Killing […]

Jack Black Joins Foo Fighters in New Zealand for AC/DC’s ‘Big Balls’

At their recent New Zealand concert on January 20, the Foo Fighters treated fans to an electrifying surprise as Jack Black, the renowned actor and Tenacious D frontman, joined them on stage. The crowd was thrilled as Black, alongside Dave Grohl and the rest of the band, delivered a spirited rendition of AC/DC’s classic, “Big […]

Red Hot Biopic Spices Up Hollywood With Kiedis’ “Scar Tissue”

Hollywood just turned up the heat, announcing a film adaptation of Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis’ searingly honest memoir, “Scar Tissue.” This long-anticipated biopic promises to take audiences on a wild ride through the band’s rise to rock royalty, fueled by the raw and often turbulent life of Kiedis himself. “Scar Tissue” delves […]