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Watch Lady Gaga Sing ‘Shallow’ And ‘You And I’ At Pennsylvania Biden Rally
“I’m gonna keep this very simple,” Lady Gaga said from the podium, addressing the crowd at a drive-in rally for former Vice President Joe Biden in Pittsburgh on Monday night (November 2). “If you believe in Joe Biden and you haven’t already voted, make a plan to get to the polls tomorrow.” “Right now, it’s time for action, it’s time to muster all of our energy, every ounce of us, every ounce of hope and optimism and enthusiasm, every ounce of fear and frustration and discouragement,” she continued. “Now is the time to show up and vote like this country depends on it, because it does!” It was a simple message, but delivered by one of the world’s biggest pop stars, it felt big. And just a short time later, Gaga too...
ALICE COOPER Releases ‘Fact Video’ For ‘Elected’
Legendary rocker Alice Cooper has released a “fact video” for his classic song “Elected”. The Godfather of Shock Rock recently produced a new “campaign” video for “Elected”. The clip takes a lighthearted look at the process and positions Cooper as the best presidential candidate. Running on the Wild Party ticket, Cooper‘s campaign platform speaks volumes: “I can do nothing as well as they can do nothing.” The new video features call-backs to the original 1972 music video, in which Cooper first announced his “candidacy” and the formation of the Wild Party. Since all eyes and ears are on this year’s heated election, Cooper‘s video administers just the right dose of levity that we all need. The song rema...
HATE ETERNAL Releases Instrumental Version Of ‘Upon Desolate Sands’ Album
HATE ETERNAL has released an entirely instrumental version of 2018’s “Upon Desolate Sands” album. The record is available now via the official HATE ETERNAL Bandcamp at this location. “For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to release an all instrumental version of a HATE ETERNAL album to allow a different perspective into our music,” explains guitarist/vocalist Erik Rutan. “On the two-year anniversary of our Season Of Mist release ‘Upon Desolate Sands’, that time has finally come. Simply titled ‘Upon Desolate Sands – The Instrumentals’, it’s mastered by Alan Douches of West Side Music and is only available on the HATE ETERNAL Bandcamp. We hope you enjoy this unique journey through the dynamic passages of t...
New Fossil Species Discovery Named After ROTTING CHRIST
Metal brothers Sakis and Themis Tolis of the Greek metal legends ROTTING CHRIST have been bestowed the immortal honor of having a newly discovered fossil species named after them. Two researchers from the Natural History Museum in Luxembourg, Dr. Ben Thuy and and Dr. Lea Numberger, recently found a new brittle-star species and decided to name it “Brezinacantha Tolis” in honor of the Tolis brothers. Sakis Tolis comments: “My deepest thanks to the paleontological community, and especially to Dr. Ben Thuy and Dr. Lea Numberger, to name a fossil under my name! This is one of the greatest honors I have received as an individual and musician and gives me power to keep on creating during these wild times. Brezinacantha Tolis can be found in the Natural History Museum in Maastric...
Glow – COUNTLESS SKIES
RATING: 8/10 The thin line between thrilling, ultra-hooky melodic death metal and weakening, ultra-hooky metalcore was blurred beyond all recognition long ago. Fortunately, the subgenre’s malleability has enabled many bands to pursue a more progressive course, and COUNTLESS SKIES elbow barge their way to the front of the quality queue on their second album, following-up a first-rate debut album (2016’s “New Dawn”) with a new batch of songs that seem to almost casually redefine melo-death as a bombastic, fervently widescreen endeavor. It’s all so rich in the colors of prog rock and metal, both past and present, that the band’s undeniable connection to Gothenburg circa 1993 now feels thoroughly secondary. Not, of course, that “Glow” doesn’...
David Bowie and Morrissey’s Cover of T. Rex Is Coming to Vinyl
In 1991, revered Brit superstars David Bowie and Morrissey performed a cover version of T. Rex’s “Cosmic Dancer” at a concert in Los Angeles; that live cover will finally officially be released Nov. 13. It arrives via digital download and streaming services, with a physical seven-inch single coming on Feb. 19. On the flip side of the single will be Morrissey’s take on The Jam’s “That’s Entertainment,” which is not, however, the same version of the song that Morrissey put out in 1993. Morrissey’s official website says that “Cosmic Dancer” will have an “upgraded and edited video made in Los Angeles by Tim Broad.” That will also drop on Nov. 13. The front and back photographs of David Bowie and Morrissey on the sleeve were taken in New York City by Linder Sterling. The ori...
Donald Trump Introduces Lil Pump as ‘Lil Pimp’ At Pre-Election Rally
When Donald Trump brought Lil Pump to the stage at his pre-election rally last night (Nov. 2), it wasn’t exactly done with the utmost accuracy. “Speaking of music and other things, one of the big superstars of the world — Lil Pimp!” Trump said with a chuckle as Lil Pump walked on the stage with a bright red MAGA hat on. Pump looked on unfazed and thanked Trump by saying, “I want to say, Mr. President, thank you for everything you’ve done for the country. You brought the troops home, and you’re doing the right thing. MAGA 20, 20, 20. Don’t forget that.” While many artists have banned Trump from using their music at his public gatherings on the campaign trail, Lil Pump has doubled down on his support for Trump following Biden’s tax proposal that would increase taxes on those making more than...
Godfall and Composer Ben MacDougall Welcome PS5 Players to the Next Generation
Of all the titles releasing for the next-generation consoles next week, few have as much excitement and mystery built around them as Godfall. The title developed by Counterplay Games and published by Gearbox (who know a thing or two about revolutionary loot-based games given their history with the Borderlands series) was actually the first PlayStation 5 title to be announced, and it’s also one of the only new IPs launching among a lineup packed with familiar faces. A combat-heavy game set in an unknown fantasy universe, Godfall might face the biggest challenges of any launch week title compared to known commodities like Assassin’s Creed, Call of Duty, Yakuza, Watch Dogs and Spider-Man — but it also has arguably the most room to impress unsuspecting gamers. As a brand new title with no pres...
Busta Rhymes ft. Rick Ross “Master Fard Muhammad,” Lil Durk ft. 6lack & Young Thug “Stay Down” & More | Daily Visuals 11.2.20
It’s only been a few days since Busta Rhymes dropped his latest banger, Extinction Level Event 2, and already the Hip-Hop legend has another visuals out there in support of his 10th studio album. Linking up with Rick Ross for the video to the standout cut “Master Fard Muhammad,” Busta and Ross stand tall with brothers from the Nation of Islam while we watch a young Black teen embarks on a new spiritual path in life. Back in the South, Lil Durk calls on 6lack and Young Thug to style on some bulldozers and other construction vehicles for his clip to “Stay Down.” Not sure why they chose these joints for the backdrop whips but to each his own. Check out the rest of today’s drops and some joints you might’ve missed over the weekend including work from Omarion, French Montana featuring Pop Smoke...
Beyoncé Shows Off Her Assets, Talks Hiatus and Bee Hive With British ‘Vogue’
Source: WENN/Avalon / WENN Beyoncé has once again broken the internet. After revealing that she was gracing the cover of the December issue of British Vogue, the 39-year old mother of three dropped a few images, taken by 21-year old photographer Kennedi Carter, proving that we still aren’t ready for her jelly. For one of the spread photographs, Beyoncé opted for a breathtaking backless red gown that plunged down all the way down. Posing turned away from the camera, Beyonce highlighted her toned physique with a bunch of silver chains, including one that served as a G-string. Although the jaw-dropping images alone kept fans captivated, Beyoncé’s candid and real revelations served as the cherry on top as fans learned new and relatable things about the icon, including her inability to not...
Take Care: Drake Recovering From Knee Surgery
Source: WENN/Avalon / WENN Fans are sending well wishes to Drake after finding out about his serious knee injury. On Saturday (Oct. 31), the rapper shared two photos on Instagram Story of his visibly swollen knee securely strapped into a leg brace, sparking a fury of speculation on social media. The first image revealed his elevated leg in dim lighting with the succinct caption, “New challenge unlocked.” The Toronto native deleted the image and posted a new one, this time with better lighting to show off a Louis Vuitton blanket resting under the leg accompanied by a more inspirational caption. “I actually want to use this post to send love and motivation to anybody else that 2020 let loose on,” he said with Netflix paused in the background. “Start writing the best b...
Tracy Chapman Gives Rare Performance of ‘Talkin’ ‘Bout a Revolution’ on Late Night
Tracy Chapman rarely plays live anymore. But on the night before Election Day, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter performed for the first time in five years with an inspiring rendition of her 1988 track, “Talkin’ ‘Bout a Revolution’ on Late Night With Seth Meyers. “This is the most important election of our lifetime. It is imperative that everyone vote to restore our democracy,” Chapman said in a statement on Instagram. Chapman emphasized the importance of getting to the polls on Election Day when she included “Go vote” in the lyrics to close the song last night’s set (Nov. 2). Watch Tracy Chapman’s performance on Late Night With Seth Meyers below. [embedded content] And read our classic interview with Chapman from 1988 here. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for D...
