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DAVID ELLEFSON On Upcoming MEGADETH Album: ‘It Doesn’t Make Sense To Drop A Brand New Record In The Middle Of A Pandemic’
In a new interview with U.K.’s TotalRock Radio, MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson spoke about the band’s plans for the coming months. He said (see video below): “We’re working on album number sixteen, and just finishing it up now. We’ve got a big year of touring lined up — festivals in Europe; the big ‘The Metal Tour Of The Year’ [with LAMB OF GOD] is rescheduled for July and August this year; Rock In Rio in Brazil in September. And it’s all confirmed, but it depends on what — COVID has a say in this matter, unfortunately. So there’s this undecided third factor spinning over there with the pandemic that we’re just all doing the best we can to play around that. And the same with the MEGADETH release schedule, being able to put things...
The Weather Station: Ignorance
Because her lyrics are often the focus, and because the accompanying music could most succinctly be described as “folk,” Tamara Lindeman has a singing voice that is easy to overlook. But it is where much of her power lies. The 36-year-old songwriter and former child actress from Toronto is not the kind of singer who demands your attention but the type who doesn’t seem to care whether you’re listening at all: Dipping between her hushed lower register and a breezy falsetto, her delivery flows as an internal monologue. By listening closely, you are sharing her headspace, invited into a private world. Her songs are anthems for those of us accustomed to spending long stretches of time in silence, or being asked repeatedly “What are you thinking about?” This introverted style has suited Lindeman...
Ex-QUIET RIOT Singer JAMES DURBIN On FRANKIE BANALI: ‘At His Core, He Was A Good Guy’
James Durbin says that “creative differences” were to blame for his exit from QUIET RIOT. In September 2019, QUIET RIOT parted ways with Durbin and replaced him with Jizzy Pearl. Pearl previously fronted QUIET RIOT from 2013 until October 2016, when he was briefly replaced by Seann Nichols, who played only five shows with the group before the March 2017 arrival of “American Idol” finalist Durbin. Durbin recorded two studio albums with QUIET RIOT — 2017’s “Road Rage” and 2019’s “Hollywood Cowboys” — during his three-year stint with the group. Speaking about why he left QUIET RIOT just two months before the release of “Hollywood Cowboys”, Durbin told Jeff Gaudiosi of MisplacedStraws.com (see video below): “Creative...
SPIN Sets Presents: Life On Planets
Life On Planets is the solo project of singer/producer Phill Celeste. A fusion of R&B, soul, house, and conscious-driven lyricism turns out to be the perfect formula for electrifying all the dance floors across the world. Apart from sparking passion and inspiration through his music, Celeste’s mission signifies so much more. The talented and down-to-earth producer took a moment to open up with SPIN about his career’s trajectory, managing life through the pandemic, and the ever evolving drive for being a leader of peaceful revolution. Who is Life On Planets and what do you stand for? Life on Planets is my solo project. My message is consciousness, love and peace–sprinkled over a groove. Your music derives from a mega fusion of the disco, soul, funk, jazz, R&B, & hip-...
SPIN Daybreaker: 16 Songs for Your Next Road Trip
Daybreaker is back with an alternative state of mind this week, showcasing some of the best storytellers within the indie rock, alternative and jazz music worlds. These singer-songwriters hold strong artistic integrity through their unique spin on each musical genre, while also having fun exploring the dynamics of letting go. This week’s standouts include British singer-songwriter Ben Howard who shines his lyrical brilliance on “Crowhurst’s Meme,” composer/producer Adrian Younge who gives an impassioned speech and takes you through a dreamy jazz sequence in “The American Negro” and singer-songwriter/producer Billie Marten who makes you feel bountiful as a spring meadow in “Garden of Eden.” Go ahead, put this mix on and go for a scenic drive, contemplate on your ambitions, manifest your dee...
Foo Fighters Cover Tom Petty, Perform New Songs at SiriusXM Concert
To celebrate the release of their new album Medicine At Midnight, the Foo Fighters be performing songs from the record on the SiriusXM Foo Fighters radio. The live show will take place tonight from the SiriusXM Garage in Los Angeles at 5 P.M. ET, and it will be hosted by Kat Corbett. Dave Grohl and company are unveiling Medicine at Midnight songs in the performance, including “Cloudspotter” which you can see below. [embedded content] They also performed a cover of Tom Petty’s “Honey Bee” from Wildflowers and the Foos standard “Best of You.” Check out the two performances below. [embedded content] [embedded content] The Foos’ channel, which is 105, is limited-engagement and features commentary from Grohl, Taylor Hawkins, Nate Mendel, Chris Shiflett, Pat Smear, and ...
Either You Love the Go-Go’s – Or You’re Wrong
There are two types of people in this world: Those who will watch the new Go-Go’s film and learn that they’re one of the most important bands in modern music — and those who already knew. Either way, their self-titled, 2020 documentary The Go-Go’s is available just about everywhere this month (streaming now, DVD/out on Blu-ray on Feb. 26), so no matter which camp you’re in, you’re in for something truly great. Directed by Alison Ellwood (Laurel Canyon), the 2020 Critics Choice Award for Best Documentary winner gives you the full scope of their wild ride through musical stardom, from their gritty early punk roots to the top of the charts, to their rough personal journeys with addiction and betrayal that forced their world to crumble under their feet. And, eventually, brought them back...
Thurston Moore Releases Surprise New Instrumental Album, Screen Time
A day after his daughter Coco Gordon-Moore debuted in his ex-wife Kim Gordon’s video for “Hungry Baby” video, Sonic Youth singer-guitarist Thurston Moore dropped a surprise new 10-track instrumental album titled Screen Time. The Sonic Youth guitarist/singer shared the new music on Bandcamp in time for Bandcamp Fridays. He hasn’t been slacking during the pandemic. SPIN did a wide-ranging interview with Moore last year surrounding the release of his By The Fire album. Ahead of that album, Moore put out a 12-minute track called “Siren,” with an accompanying video-film that portrays a mermaid fantasy. Also last year, Moore appeared on a cover of The Stooges song “Fun House,” which had been recorded in 1997 with members of Mudhoney. It was originally slated to appear in...
Brent Faiyaz’s Hell of a Year
“Everything I do is organic,” Brent Faiyaz says when asked about his songwriting process. “I don’t even really calculate this shit like that,” he continues. “I’m actually surprised that I do put out music in a timely fashion.” The 25-year-old R&B vocalist has, in fact, put out plenty of music since his 2013 EP Black Child. The Maryland-based artist has since released five EPs, one of which was with his side project Sonder, and a studio album, 2017’s Sonder Son. In the meantime, he has a single, “Gravity,” with Tyler, the Creator, and an upcoming song titled “Show You Off,” slated for International Women’s Day in March. Even aside from his music, he’s spent time modeling for Calvin Klein as part of a collaboration with Kendrick Lamar and Dave Free’s new company, pgLang. “It’s cool...
Serj Tankian Shares Title Track From Upcoming Elasticity EP
System of a Down frontman Serj Tankian told us last May that he was prepping a new solo project. Nearly a year later, that collection is finally on its way. Titled Elasticity, the EP arrives on March 19 via Alchemy Recordings/BMG. Tankian shared a video for the title track, which you can see below. [embedded content] “When I conceived possibly doing another record with the guys from System of a Down a few years back, I started working on a set of songs that I arranged in rock format for that purpose,” Tankian said in a statement. “As we weren’t able to see eye to eye on the vision going forward with an SOAD album, I decided to release these songs under my moniker.” Late last year, System of a Down released their first new music in nearly 15 years. Tankian has stayed in the news with u...
Wyclef Jean Covers Bob Marley’s ‘Is This Love’
Wyclef Jean has released an Amazon Original cover of Bob Marley’s “Is This Love” in honor of what would’ve been the reggae icon’s 76th birthday on Feb. 7. “I chose ‘Is This Love’ because love is timeless and we must always remember love conquers hate,” the Fugees musician said in a statement. The song will be featured on Amazon Music’s Reggae Revolution playlist. Jean’s most recent album was 2019’s Wyclef Goes Back to School, on which he collaborates with students across the United States who he met while on tour. Since then, he’s been working on RunThatBack, a show where he interviews a plethora of people, including Lena Waithe, Clive Davis, Gunna, will.i.am, Common, Carlos Santana, Rapsody, Ari Melber, Steve Harvey. He also collaborated with pop-punk kings Fall Out Boy back in 2019...
Rayvanny – Bebe ft. Nasty C
CLICK THIS LINK Rayvanny – Bebe ft. Nasty C TO READ ORIGINAL POST BY NaijaMusic. Check out this brand new song from Rayvanny – Bebe ft. Nasty C out now. Talented Tanzanian singer, Raymond Shaban Mwakyusa, professionally known Rayvanny has started the year with an amazing song titled, “Bebe”. Rayvanny in the amazing song which has been widely accepted by fans featured one of African’s best rapper, Nasty C. The respected musician released the new sound at the season of love, what a right timing for lovers to vibe to the amazing song while together or in a calm atmosphere. The new release could be part of your playlist for Val, what do you think?. Listen, enjoy Rayvanny – Bebe ft. Nasty C below. The post Rayvanny – Bebe ft. Nasty C appeared first on NaijaMusic. You Deserve ...
