I It was late summer 2018 and Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers had spent the weekend at the End of the Road Festival. The friends, who first met when they were 17 on the Isle of Wight, were now both in their 20s. “It was late at night and there was a Ferris wheel at […]
This article is free to read, but it is not free to produce! Make a pledge to support the site (and get special perks in return.) LEARN MORE… By Kate Koenig With this list, I present to you a collection of what I consider to be the Top 10 Greatest Acoustic Rock Songs of All […]
Chicago sumptuous make atmospheric alternative rock that their bio compares to Failure, A Perfect Circle and Queens of the Stone Age, and they’re currently working on their second album, due out in 2023 via Nefarious Industries, but they put three stands out first this year. We are preparing the first one, “Reverie” and its video. […]
revolution engine has years of experience composing expressive rock songs. The last album ‘First and Flame’ is the best performance of them so far. After playing in different parts of Alberta, examining the effectiveness of their music, the rock band revolution engine is ready to release his latest album ‘Prime and Flame’. There are eleven […]
Some of rock music’s biggest names have paid tribute to Screaming Trees frontman Mark Lanegan after his sudden death at his Killarney home on Tuesday morning. he grunge star (57) who was also a member of rock bands Queens of the Stone Age and The Gutter Twins, and collaborated with artists such as Nirvana’s Kurt […]
Since making history with their victory in the Eurovision Song Contest 2021, the popularity of Italian rock band Måneskin has skyrocketed. Not only does their music literally accumulate Billions flows, but they’ve also made a name for themselves as fashion icons. In the Eurovision Song Contest final, they captured the hearts of viewers with a […]
Remember rock on, the critically acclaimed star of Farhan Akhtar who captivated audiences with his intricate storyline set against the backdrop of Indian band culture and some scintillating songs? The film was released in 2008, a time when rock music was gaining prominence in India, and bands like Euphoria, Pentagram and Parikrama were a common […]
Over the years we’ve heard some pretty amazing and interesting covers of Disturbed’s “Down With the Sickness”. But not every cover is a gem, and one turned out so bad it was turned into a running joke within HBO. Last week tonight with John Oliver. So how did Blind Monday take the Disturbed classic to […]
Not every song you write will be your masterpiece. Even if there’s something that you think has potential, you’re not necessarily trying to reinvent the wheel every time you walk into the recording studio. Sometimes, if you’re not careful, things can even get downright brutal when you enter those glass walls. Of all the songs […]
As seen in Guitar Girl Magazine Issue 15 – Spring 2021 – Electrified! Stuffed toy is a new all-female rock band from New York City, with members all under the age of twenty-one. Don’t let their age fool you, this is a band on a mission to bring an all-female rock band to the forefront […]
The music industry is a constant showdown between art and commerce. We all like to imagine our favorite artists simply tearing their souls out and leaving the tracks on their records for us to enjoy. We want pure artistic expression and not a cynically created product. Nevertheless, whether through pressure from record labels or their […]
During the 2022 BRIT Awards red carpet, it was revealed that Ed Sheeran would open the show with ‘Bad Habits’, the hit single from his album Equals (=). The announcement came as no surprise, as starting Britain’s biggest music event of the year with the country’s biggest star performing one of his hit songs is […]
WICKED lives for rock n’ roll. The kind that lights a fire in your blood and puts it crazy in your eyes! And the proof is certainly in their new album, “The Last American Rock Band”, which will be available in various formats (CD, vinyl and all digital and streaming services) on March 11, 2022. […]
(images: Kevin Mazur/Rick Kern) Queen guitarist Brian May praised one of rock’s pioneers The Beatles and admitted they are the pinnacle of rock writing and music. Brian May is known for being the guitarist and keyboardist of his co-founded rock band Queen. The legendary musician’s huge impact on his band Queen made them one of […]
Wolf Alice has many shades. Bros’ woozy indie elicited hair-raising vocals while mellow No Hard Feelings – think Stevie Nicks acoustic – saw Rowsell sit on the edge of the stage accompanied by just Joff Oddie on guitar. It was very quiet when Rowsell sang the line about crying in the tub from Amy Winehouse’s […]
Wicked will release their new album “The Last American Rock Band” on March 11. Rockers based in New York, USA Bad composed of the leader Chad Michelbass player Danyguitarist Scotty V and drummer Gunnar will release their new album America’s Last Rock Band on March 11, 2022. Chipster PR & Consulting, Inc.The press release states […]
The worlds of rock music and casinos have more in common than you might think. Let’s take a look at some of the ways these two popular aspects of the entertainment industry have come together over the years. Strip based casino games One of the first things a casino fan will notice when looking online […]
For years, the War on Drugs has specialized in creating albums that feel like the half-forgotten moments of a daydream. From the blurry, weathered imagery on the cover of “Slave Ambient” to the swollen passages of hazy ambient rock of “A Deeper Understanding” to even the name of a record “Lost in the Dream”, the […]
Added on 02/17/2022 Rich Howells Archbald, Eynon, Northumberland, Plains, First, River Street Jazz Cafe, Scranton, Stage West, Wilkes-Barre Anyone who’s seen University Drive knows what a tight bunch they are, and behind the scenes the bunch got even tighter. Since premiering their first-ever music video on the NEPA stage last October, the Scranton-based alternative […]
Dave Grohl grew up in Springfield, honed his rock sound at local venues, and hit it hard. Now he’s also an author. Former Springfield resident Dave Grohl rose to prominence as a rocker with the Foo Fighters in the 1990s and now, 31 years later, he still tops the charts. Grohl’s most recent bestseller, “The […]
For years, the War on Drugs has specialized in creating albums that feel like the half-forgotten moments of a daydream. From the blurry, weathered imagery on the cover of “Slave Ambient” to the swollen passages of hazy ambient rock of “A Deeper Understanding” to even the name of a record “Lost in the Dream”, the […]
No genre of music will soon run out of love songs. Considering it’s probably the most universal emotion when it comes to songwriting, there’s always going to be someone out there trying to tug on that extra heartstring and make you fall head over heels in love with their music. But what happens when you […]
five for the fightmost recent tour dates saw John Ondrasik performing solo with a string quartet to back it up. But he has just announced a series of tour dates this summer that will feature him with a full rock band. The tour kicks off July 22 in Burnsville, Minnesota, and is scheduled to wrap […]
Sujal Pradhan, NET Correspondent, Sikkim Famous band from Sikkim – Girish and The Chronicles (GATC) released their 3rd studio album, titled “Hail To The Heroes” on February 11, 2022. The album was released worldwide under the giant label – Frontiers Music SRl, Italy. Frontiers music is home to some of the biggest rock bands in […]
Theoretically, a musical jukebox should be an easy sell at the box office, as people will flock to a hit-packed movie from their favorite band. Mamma Mia is a light and frothy story, but it works because ABBA’s infectious music does much of the heavy lifting. Likewise, Yesterday, a story about some sort of miracle […]
When rock and roll came out, it wasn’t necessarily considered the most heartfelt music in the world. While someone like Little Richard or Jerry Lee Lewis may have lit the scene at the time, it can’t really be said that the songs exactly came from a personal place or anything. After Elvis Presley came along […]
Emmerdale’s Tony Audenshaw is known to millions as the lovable Bob Hope, but he also has a very interesting life away from the ITV soap opera – including as the frontman of a band. Tony began playing Bob Hope in Emmerdale in 2000 with the actor appearing in over 2,500 episodes. Bob was introduced as […]
Augustus Pablo by Howard Campbell [NEW YORK] – Although he is one of the visionaries who defines roots-reggae, the music of Augustus Pablo does not create a buzz in contemporary reggae. Mill Rock Music Publishing Group LLC executives are determined that a publishing deal they signed with the artist’s family will introduce new fans to […]
Indie/folk-rock trio from Austin, Texas under the carpet are getting ready to release their new LP, Dear Adeline, released everywhere on February 25, 2022. Today, the band released the third single from the album, “As Long As You’re Here”, which Spill Magazine called, “An expressive, Shakespeare-inspired ballad at the piano and voice”. “As Long As […]
Technology these days makes a lot of things really easy to do, including making music. But for artists who have been playing instruments for decades and are used to making old-school records, this may not be viewed so positively. Slash explains how technology has changed the “soul” of rock ‘n’ roll. The guitar hero opened […]
The viper room Located at 8852 on the sunset band, The viper room opened in August 1993 and was partly owned by the actor Johnny Depp until 2004. The club, owned by Harry Morton, son of Hard Rock Cafe founder Peter Morton, became famous for being a celebrity haunt Hollywood. Young actors and musicians have […]
The power of German rock ToMiK releases his next album ‘Mit Offenen Augen‘ in the spring of 2022. He was honored three times in the German Rock and Pop Prize 2021. Three times awarded the 39th German Rock and Pop Prize 2021, ToMiK captivates listeners around the world with its awe-inspiring musical arrangement and approach. […]
Jiana Smith, Contributing author Green and white lights flashed to the beat of heavy drums and electric guitars as a crowd gathered around the stage to watch Richmond-based alternative rock band Wine & Warpaint perform their live set on February 6. “I really believe in rock music,” frontman Brandon O’Neill said between songs. “There are […]
The Super Bowl halftime show is protected at all costs… with organizers playing rock music outside SoFi Stadium during rehearsals to keep the highly anticipated performance a secret. Dr.Dre, Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige and Eminem perfected their 12-minute set with the big game just days away… and TMZ Sports learned that no […]
We’ve all heard of the British invasion, right? That period of the 1960s when America was flooded with great rock bands like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Cream, The Kinks and many more. And how this movement lasted until the 70s with other bands like Led Zeppelin. This time, for sure, it gave great, great, […]
Coldplay’s Chris Martin (right) and guitarist Jonny Buckland perform at the Stade de France Arena in Saint Denis on the outskirts of Paris. File/AFP Gulf today, Staff reporter Global icons Coldplay will perform at Expo 2020 Dubai on February 15, combining an incredible musical experience in support of Expo’s program for people and planet and […]
If you’re even remotely familiar with the rock scene, you’ll know it’s mostly every man for himself. Since the suits of the day will always try to shrink you as much as they can, you need to have the determination to make your gear the best it can be, whether it comes to hell or […]
Click to enlarge The Winterland Music Festival is a long drive from Miami to Jacksonville, so South Florida rockers Las Nubes (pronounced as “Loss-Nü-Bess”) will take a break and headline a free show in Tampa. Friday, February 25. A show that was scheduled to take place at the Hub will now be hosted by The […]
‘I‘ve been dead twice,” smiled David Thomas of Pere Ubu, on Zoom from his flat in Hove. “Death is very overrated. It was like sleeping. Once I was taken back by the ambulance team. My wife said, ‘These guys worked like hell on you.’ The other time I woke up in intensive care with all […]
Beginning in the early 10s, but really gaining momentum around 2018, classic rock made a loud and victorious return to rock radio. At the same time, the UK-led New Wave Of Classic Rock movement began to gain momentum. It matched – but survived – a trend that also saw the reboot of classic TV sitcoms, […]
“I was sitting there with the guitar thinking I hadn’t written rock music in so long. Could I still do this?” Published on February 07, 2022 John Frusciante is back! With Red Hot Chili Peppers having released the pirate-influenced single “Black Summer” ahead of the new album Unlimited lovethe band shed light on the guitarist’s […]
February 7, 2022, 3:20 p.m. “It’s a new era reminiscent of my first era. I’m going back to my roots.” Demi Lovato has opened up about what their new “rocky emo” music will sound like and why they’re going back to their roots. Last month (January 20), Demi Lovato surprised fans by announcing her return […]
Reading time: 3 minutes Meet the band Local Artist Spotlight: AHRF AHRF is an all-Canadian indie rock band made up of childhood and college friends. With the upcoming release of their first studio LP, Extracurricularthe Fulcrum interviewed the local Ottawa band to find out more about who they are. Band members Liam St. John (drummer), […]
When you’re trying to write a song, inspiration can come from anywhere. I mean, in addition to the habits of some bands who write about the wonders of drug use, there are often real people who are behind some of the most classic bits of history. This does not necessarily mean that they are all […]
Glenn Wheatley, a legendary actor in the Australian music industry for over 50 years, has died of complications from COVID-19. He was 74 years old. After playing bass guitar with The Masters Apprentices in the 1960s, Wheatley became one of the greatest talent managers and sleuths the Australian music industry had ever seen – launching […]
Taylor Goldsmith, leader of the Californian group Dawes, writes for the pleasure of writing. He’s not afraid to keep putting pen to paper, even if not all the ideas stick. In the spirit of his heroes, Frank Zappa and Joni Mitchell, he creates, writes and records with a free spirit, letting each song be complete […]
Elvis Presley gave the world some of the most famous rock songs of the 1950s and 1960s. During an interview, a 1950s star mentioned he took career advice from Elvis. This star later became a rock singer. Elvis Presley | Archive by Michael Ochs/Getty Images Elvis Presley told one of his girlfriends to sing rock […]
As the New Year brings colder weather, I spent some time talking to ambient, epic, cinematic prog-rock band Gilmore Trail, who recently released their first album in five years. We chatted about their latest release, why they chose the name Gilmore Trail, video games, Jackass and more as we warmed up with a steaming bowl […]
Members of local music group AHRF Miles Lawlor, left, and James Feschuk are seen at a studio in Ottawa, Ont. [Photo provided by Resigned Arts Collective] Ottawa rock band AHRF have released their debut album, Extracurricular, on January 5 as a brutal ode to the band members’ life experiences as recent college graduates. AHRF was […]
The world of hard rock has definitely taken a hit with the rise of the alternative movement. Although some of the bands of the era had hard rock leanings between their songs, not every band could be what you normally think of as edgy. That’s not to say hard rock hasn’t had its fair share […]
Marshall Tucker Band lead singer Doug Gray just hung up on the guy who handles their merchandise. It’s time to order more goods. Gray’s guy asked if they should order two or three times what they ordered last time, but the singer said, “No, that’s it. You don’t order a lot. You just sell what […]
Barely a year after playing their first gig in November 2020, WA garage rock band DICE bring us a new “Double Espresso”. The band’s sixth single follows “Stop Sign”, which landed the guys on Spotify. New Music Friday, local noise and fresh finds, as well as getting spins on the triple j. With a busy […]
This week, two projects revolving around legendary 20th-century rock figures were streamed, though the topics and projects couldn’t be more different. First, the documentary “Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche” will be in theaters nationwide on Wednesday for a one-night-only big-screen event before becoming available for digital rental on Friday. Pioneering punk princess Poly Styrene, […]