Category: Alternative Rock

Green Day to Rock Out This Summer 

Get ready for a summer of nostalgia and punk rock anthems! Green Day has announced their upcoming North American tour, and it’s not your typical concert experience. The iconic band will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of their seminal album “Dookie” and the 20th anniversary of their critically acclaimed “American Idiot” by performing both albums […]

Coachella 2024 Announces Reunion of No Doubt Among Star-Studded Headliners

Coachella 2024, Southern California’s iconic desert music festival, has unveiled a lineup that is sure to captivate fans, highlighted by the reunion of the legendary band No Doubt. Goldenvoice, the festival’s producer, announced that No Doubt, along with Lana Del Rey, Doja Cat, and Tyler, The Creator, will headline the event. No Doubt’s performance is […]

Green Day’s Refined Political Commentary in New Album ‘Saviors’

Green Day, known for their politically charged hits, notably “American Idiot,” recently explained their decision not to directly address former President Donald Trump in their music. The band’s bassist, Mike Dirnt, discussed the thought process behind their upcoming album ‘Saviors,’ in a recent interview. “‘The American Dream Is Killing Me,’ the lead single from ‘Saviors,’ […]

Paramore Joins A24 in Paying Homage to Talking Heads with Tribute Album

Alternative music sensation Paramore is set to honor the legacy of the iconic Talking Heads as part of a tribute album, a collaborative project with A24. This venture aligns with the 40th anniversary of the Talking Heads’ seminal concert film “Stop Making Sense,” which A24 recently re-released and restored. Paramore, comprising Hayley Williams, Taylor York, […]

Static-X and Sevendust Gear Up for Third Leg of ‘Machine Killer’ Tour with Dope

Static-X and Sevendust are set to embark on the third leg of their co-headlining “Machine Killer” tour, continuing a successful collaboration that has rekindled their touring partnership since 1999. The bands have announced new tour dates, with the tour set to commence on April 28, primarily covering the northwestern United States and including three Canadian […]

Deftones’ Brush with a Name Change: The Story Behind Their Almost Altered Identity

The celebrated rock band Deftones came close to an entirely different career trajectory, as revealed in a surprising backstory about their early days. According to Monte Conner, who was affiliated with Roadrunner Records at the time, the band was poised to sign a contract with the label, but there was a catch: they would have […]

Smashing Pumpkins’ Unique Call: Public Invited to Audition for Guitarist Role

The Smashing Pumpkins, an iconic name in the rock music scene, are embarking on a novel approach to finding their new guitarist: they’re turning to their fans and the general public. This unique invitation comes after the departure of Jeff Schroeder, who was with the band for 16 years. The band announced this opportunity in […]

Kiss’s Iconic Farewell: A Night to Remember at Madison Square Garden

As the clock on Kiss’s official website ticked down to zero, the electrifying atmosphere at New York City’s Madison Square Garden reached its zenith. Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Eric Singer, and Tommy Thayer emerged, marking what was potentially their final bow in the very city that birthed their legendary journey. Classic Rock bore witness to […]

Darius Rucker’s Metallica Shirt Sparks Online Commentary

Darius Rucker’s performance on CNN’s New Year’s Eve celebration, where he sang “Beers and Sunshine,” caught attention not just for the music but also for his wardrobe choice—a Metallica shirt. Testament guitarist Alex Skolnick commented on the seeming contrast between Rucker’s upbeat song and the dark themes often associated with Metallica. Skolnick clarified that his […]

End of an Era: Rage Against the Machine Announces No More Live Performances

Rage Against the Machine, the iconic rock band, has announced they will no longer tour or perform live. This disappointing news was conveyed by drummer Brad Wilk, citing the end of the band’s live appearances. The announcement follows a period of uncertainty and cancellations, including dates postponed due to frontman Zack de la Rocha’s Achilles […]