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SLIPKNOT Is Working On New Music: ‘There’s No Pressure,’ Says CLOWN
SLIPKNOT has been using some of the downtime during the coronavirus pandemic to work on material for the follow-up to last year’s “We Are Not Your Kind” album. SLIPKNOT percussionist M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan discussed the band’s current activities during a bottle-signing session for SLIPKNOT‘s No. 9 Iowa Whiskey which premiered on the band’s YouTube channel earlier today. He said (see video below): “Right now is kind of an interesting time. We’re taking this time to write some new music. So for the last week, we’ve been just having a good time, eating a lot of food and writing God music. So we’re having a good time. “Since everybody’s taken a lot of time off, we thought we’d utilize it by getting toget...
CHEVELLE Has Completed New Album; Video For First Single To Be Shot Next Week
CHEVELLE has completed work on its long-awaited new studio album. The news about CHEVELLE‘s upcoming follow-up to 2016’s “The North Corridor” was broken during a mock interview between CHEVELLE vocalist/guitarist Pete Loeffler and his brother, CHEVELLE drummer Sam Loeffler. Speaking about CHEVELLE‘s current and upcoming activities, Sam said (see video below): “We have some new music coming out after quite a while. It’s all finished, the album is done, and we should have a release date very shortly. “We’re gonna shoot a video next week for the first single. I’m excited about that. I’m excited to get out and start working again.” The first taste of CHEVELLE‘s LP will come in the form of an acoustic version of a new...
RAMMSTEIN: Trailer For ‘Herzeleid (XXV Anniversary Edition – Remastered)’
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of RAMMSTEIN‘s debut album, “Herzeleid”, Vertigo/UMe will release limited, remastered editions of the groundbreaking LP on December 4, 2020. “Herzeleid (XXV Anniversary Edition – Remastered)” will feature the album’s original track listing on a single CD, housed in a lavish, cross-shaped digipak with deluxe slipcase, and, for the first time ever, the remastered album with HD sound will be available digitally. In addition, there will be a 2LP version with a slipcase containing two 180-gram heavyweight black vinyl discs with blue splatter effect. The creator of the original artwork, Dirk Rudolph, is also responsible for the “Anniversary Edition” packaging. The booklets also contain the original band portr...
WOLFGANG VAN HALEN Reflects On Father EDDIE VAN HALEN’s Death One Month Later: ‘It’s Really Hard Being Here Without You’
Wolfgang Van Halen has posted a heartfelt and emotional message addressed to his father, Eddie Van Halen, exactly a month after the legendary guitarist’s death. Earlier today, Wolfgang shared a personal black-and-white snapshot of him smiling at the camera with his father, and he included the following note: “1 month. “Not a second goes by where you’re not on my mind. “I miss talking with you. I miss laughing with you. I miss listening to music with you. I miss making music with you. I just miss everything. “I love you so much, Pop. “It’s really hard being here without you.” The 29-year-old VAN HALEN bassist broke the news of Eddie‘s death on October 6. In an emotional post, he wrote: “I can’t believe I’m having ...
Larry Gaaga – Doubting Thomas ft Umu Obiligbo & Davido
Don’t miss this brand new joint from Larry Gaaga – ‘Doubting Thomas’ ft. Umu Obiligbo & Davido out now! Nigerian music mogul and CEO Gaaga Muzik, Larry Gaaga unleashes a new song titled ‘Doubting Thomas‘. On the new tune indigenous music duo Umu Obiligbo and Davido are featured music acts. This is a sequel after his previous single ‘Owo Ni Koko‘. Larry Gaaga’s single ‘Doubting Thomas’ is a premium highlife track that has potentials to become a national hit. It is also part of the official soundtrack for Nollywood film ‘Rattle Snake’. Umu Obiligbo bring that indigenous Igbo flavour on the tune. This is another collaboration between Davido and Larry Gaaga and he does pretty well singing in Igbo. This track was produced by veteran beat maker MasterKraft. Listen, enjoy Larry Gaaga – ...
Omah Lay ‘What Have You Done’ EP for release this November
Nigerian music star Omah Lay would be dropping a new project ‘What Have You Done’ EP soon. Omah Lay whose real name is Omah Stanley Didia clinched national fame after dropping a raving EP ‘Get Lay’d’ back in May. Eventually, all songs on the extended play became hits, enjoying massive airplay. Since then he has become a household name across the country and has bagged collaboration top industry acts like Wizkid, Olamide etc. The Port Harcourt-raised singer recently dropped a remix for ‘Damn‘ with American singer 6lack. While we are still raving about Omah Lay and his debut EP, another one is coming soon enough. The KeyQaad music star announced he would drop another EP titled ‘What Have You Done’ on November 20. He shared what would be the official cover art of the forthcoming project...
Carl Cox Opens Up About Mental Health in Candid Interview: “I’m Fine, But I’m Not Happy”
Famous DJs may have money and fame, but at the end of the day, they are human and they deal with the same issues as the rest of us. No amount of money can remedy a bout with mental illness—a notion that sometimes eludes music fans, many of whom jaw at artists having no idea what they are going through at any given moment. Just because you don’t live in a glass house, doesn’t mean you should throw stones at those who do. In a new interview with Music on my Mind, a campaign created to raise funds and awareness for mental health in the music community, dance music veteran Carl Cox opened about his own experiences over the years. Cox, who has been DJing for the last four decades, waxed poetic about his current mental state, the UK government’s insulting COVID-19 response...
Tomorrowland Solo Vida Wine: The New Drink to Help Forget That Festivals are Canceled
Have you ever wished to experience the magic of Tomorrowland in a glass? If the answer to that question is yes, then you are in luck. The beloved electronic music festival just launched its first venture into the beverage industry with its own sparkling wine, Solo Vida. The event company partnered with Spanish winery Valformaosa, who provided the four grape varieties used in the product. The delicious result includes a mix of Chardonnay, Macabeo, Xarel·lo, and Parellada. The creation of this wine was meticulous in order to ensure the highest quality, from harvesting the grapes bottling to finalizing the intricate bottle, which took two years to design. Now, on to the most important part—the taste. In a press release, Tomorrowland describes Solo Vida as having “an...
Benny Benassi and Jeremih Promote Self-Love on New Single “LOVELIFE”
If you are able to be confident and happy when in the company of just yourself, you’ve obtained elite status. It’s one of those traits we all strive for and is the basis behind Benny Benassi and Jeremih‘s new single “LOVELIFE,” out now via the renowned Def Jam banner. Listen as the house legend and the R&B crooner channel self-love and independence over a beat that will have you moving all weekend long. “LOVELIFE” combines Benassi’s expertise at delivering captivating productions with Jeremih’s smooth vocals. The addictive hook and vocal chops will get trapped in your mind while simultaneously elevating your confidence to take on the world. The crossover hit comes during a time when we all need a littl...
VASSY Teams Up With Outgang and TwoWorldsApart for Groovy Single “OXYGEN”
An immensely talented singer and songwriter, VASSY has long been revered as one of the most prominent women in dance music. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with iconic dance music artists such as David Guetta and Tiësto, creating the massive hits “Bad” and “Secrets,” respectively, as well as myriad others, including Afrojack, Benny Benassi, and SCOOTER. Now, VASSY is back with her latest single “OXYGEN,” teaming up with Outgang (of the brotherly duo Showtek) and DJ duo TwoWorldsApart. VASSY spent the majority of the year healing from a foot injury that left her unable to walk, so “OXYGEN” acts as a breath of fresh air for the artist. Her stunning vocals are the star of the show throughout the infectious single, perfectly supported by the radio-ready and...
Dave Grohl ‘Calls It’ Against Dave Chappelle’s Wishes in SNL Promo
With all eyes on the presidential election results, a welcome distraction will be this week’s episode of Saturday Night Live. Earlier this week, Foo Fighters were announced as the musical guest, joining host Dave Chappelle on the episode. In the teaser, Dave Grohl threatens to “call it…” but it’s not what you think. “You know what Dave? I’m going to call it,” Grohl tells Chappelle. After a brief back and forth, Grohl finally calls what he intended to call: “Best show ever!” We’ll see if that’s the case, but the Foos have been teasing a bunch of new material with the hashtag “#lpx.” So we’ll find out what that means sometime soon. Saturday Night Live will air tomorrow night at 11:30 pm EST/8:30 pm PST Check out the promo below. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are...
David Fincher’s Mank Is a Dense, Technically Marvelous Ode to Old Hollywood: Review
The Pitch: Herman J. Mankiewicz (Gary Oldman) was the script whisperer of the 1930s — at the height of the studio system, he was one of its most sought-after names, punching up many of the era’s most famous films with his signature wit and effortlessly fast-paced dialogue. But he was also a man plagued by personal foibles, a hefty drinking problem, and the struggles of being a card-carrying socialist in one of the most capitalistic industries in American history. In the spring of 1940, Mankiewicz — but please call him “Mank” — was tapped to pen the script for Hollywood’s most famous piece of outsider art: Orson Welles’ sprawling, ambitious epic Citizen Kane. Recovering from a car crash in a private estate with a helpful nurse named Rita (Lily Collins) and a 90-day deadline to get...
