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Alanis Morissette Doesn’t Think She’d Be Alive Today Without Therapy
Alanis Morissette is opening up about addiction and therapy. During a recent interview with The Guardian, the singer-songwriter called herself “such an addict,” citing “work addiction, love addiction and food addiction” as her vices and revealing she has suffered from an eating disorder since childhood. Thankfully, the ’90s icon has had a positive experience with therapy throughout the years. In fact, she credits it as a literal lifesaver. “If I didn’t have a whole team of therapists throughout my life, I don’t think I’d still be here,” she confessed. Though she’s doing well, quarantine has been tough on Morissette’s recovery. “At 3 pm, I might feel: ‘Wow, this is a huge gift, I’m so overwhelmed with gratitude.’ By 3: 15 pm, I’m raging. By 9 pm, I’m despondent. Iso...
PJ Harvey Unearths Dry Demos Album: Stream
As part of an extensive archival campaign, PJ Harvey is reissuing her entire discography on vinyl. Notably, these re-releases are also being paired with demos culled from the original album sessions. First to be spotlighted in this series is, of course, her 1992 breakthrough debut album, Dry. Its corresponding collection of demos is simply titled Dry-Demos and consists of 11 early recordings, each raw and captivating in their own way. Whether you’ve been a longtime fan or have just recently discovered her magic, it’s a piece of Harvey history worth savoring (or at the very least, adding to your streaming queue). This release marks the first time Dry-Demos has ever received a standalone release. In addition to digital formats, it’s available in CD and vinyl form and comes packaged...
The Flaming Lips Imagine “You n Me Sellin’ Weed” on New Song: Stream
The Flaming Lips are back with a new song called “You n Me Sellin’ Weed” from American Head, their upcoming 21st album. Better yet, it comes with a sun-soaked music video to brighten up your quarantine. This is the fourth single we’ve heard from American Head so far, following “Dinosaurs On The Mountain”, “Flowers Of Neptune 6”, and “My Religion Is You”. While this new track reads like it will be a giddy uptempo number about the magic of selling drugs with your partner, it begins like the opposite. Over some hazy guitar strums and mellow percussion, Wayne Coyne sings with a tinge of nostalgia about a relationship — that is, until the tempo picks up, sound effect pop in the background, and the psychedelia starts to trickle in. As with the previously released songs from the album, “You n Me ...
Napalm Death Share New Song “Backlash Just Because” Ahead of Upcoming Album: Stream
Napalm Death have shared the new song “Backlash Just Because”. It’s the lead single and first music we’ve heard from the band’s upcoming album, Throes of Joy in the Jaws of Defeatism, out September 18th. The ferocious track finds the UK extreme metal pioneers in their thrashing element. The song’s chaotic noise and grindcore absurdity is anchored by frontman Barney Greenway’s subversive lyrics. “Backlash Just Because” set the blueprint for the rest of the album’s lyrical content and the skeptical optimism of its evocative title: Throes of Joy in the Jaws of Defeatism. “This song in particular really spurred me on when I was writing lyrics for the album overall,” Greenway said during an interview on Sirius XM’s Liquid Metal. “It’s raucous and traditional, but also quirky and discordant and ...
R.I.P. Peter Green, Fleetwood Mac Co-Founder Dies at 73
Fleetwood Mac co-founder and guitarist Peter Green has died at the age of 73. According to a statement from his family, Green passed away “peacefully in his sleep” on Saturday, July 25th. Green co-founded Fleetwood Mac alongside drummer Mick Fleetwood, guitarist Jeremy Spencer and bassist John McVie in 1967. A blues guitarist by trade, Green was instrumental in shaping the band’s early blues rock sound, and wrote early hits including “Albatross”, “Black Magic Woman”, “Oh Well”, “The Green Manalishi (With the Two Prong Crown)” and “Man of the World”. He was also credited for giving Fleetwood Mac its name. Amid struggles with drugs and mental health, Green left Fleetwood Mac in 1970. He was eventually diagnosed with schizophrenia and spent time in psychiatric hospitals undergoing electr...
Peter Green, Original Fleetwood Mac Guitarist, Dies at 73
Peter Green, the original guitarist for Fleetwood Mac, has died at the age of 73. A rep on behalf of Green’s family confirmed the news in a statement to the BBC. “It is with great sadness that the family of Peter Green announces his death this weekend, peacefully in his sleep. A further statement will be provided in the coming days,” the statement read according to the BBC. Green formed the band with drummer Mick Fleetwood in 1967. He left the band in 1970 as he battled mental health issues and drug issues. Later that decade, Green spent time in a hospital after being diagnosed with schizophrenia. “For me, and every past and present member of Fleetwood Mac, losing Peter Green is monumental!” Fleetwood wrote in a statement about Green’s death. “Peter was the man who started the band Fl...
How to Watch Joe Biden’s Star-Studded ‘Celebration For Change’ Fundraiser
Whether you’re obsessively listening to Taylor Swift’s new Folklore album or reveling in finally getting to watch some baseball this weekend, surely you have time on Sunday night (July 26) to devote a couple hours to presumptive Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden’s star-packed virtual fundraiser “Celebration for Change.” The socially-distanced grassroots event, which will be hosted by Jay Leno, is slated to feature appearances from John Legend, Sara Bareilles, Barbra Streisand, Dave Matthews, Adam Lambert and Andra Day, among many others. Slated to kick off at 8:00 p.m. ET., it will be hosted here with attendance prices ranging from $15 to $25 (friend), $50 (guest) and up to $500 (sponsor) and $1,000 (champion). The ...
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (July 25)
From career milestones and new music releases to major announcements and more, Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week: Shakira “All In” The Colombian superstar is donating her custom-made gold jacket that she wore during her Super Bowl performance to and will be auctioned off at the All In Challenge auction. All proceeds will go to help battle food insecurity. The “Me Gusta” singer took to social media to announce the donation and said that the bidding is now open. The highest bidder will get to meet Shakira at a future concert where they will receive the jacket, according to the post below. Enrique Iglesias & Ricky Martin 2021 Tour Enrique Iglesias...
Mat Zo Announces New Album “Illusion Of Depth,” Releases New Single
Time and time again, gifted musician Mat Zo has stunned listeners with his eclectic blend of sounds, bending genres and drawing influence from all over the electronic music spectrum. His debut album Damage Control and sophomore release Self Disassemble were perfect illustrations of his talent—amalgamations of just about every genre within EDM, including UK garage, trance, dubstep, and French house, and among others. Now, Zo is back to blow us away yet again with the announcement of his next full-length album, titled Illusion Of Depth, slated for release on October 9th via Above & Beyond‘s Anjunabeats imprint. The album’s first single “Problems” introduces Atlanta-based vocalist Olan, whose work has appeared on previous Zo prod...
VNCCII’s Music Video for New Single “Dangerous Love” Creates a Psychedelic Future World
Australian vocalist and producer VNCCII is making waves in the electronic world with a futuristic sound developed around a 3D cyborg avatar. Her latest single, “Dangerous Love,” only solidifies her rising reputation as a forward-thinking, no-holds-barred artist as she puts her cutting edge twist on the pop-trap crossover. Out today, “Dangerous Love” is only VNCCII’s fourth official song, all of which were released independently. It follows last year’s “Citizen A.I.” and “Astro Life” parts one and two, pushing the boundaries of her edgy future world vision with swirling 8-bit synth arrangements, heavy bass punches and trap downbeats. VNCCII’s sultry vocals are the crown jewel of the track, layered on top of her hard-hitt...
BEAUZ Release First Ever THX Ltd. Spatial Audio Digital Album, “BEAUZWORLD, VOL. 1”
Since its inception in 1983 by legendary filmmaker George Lucas, THX Ltd. has expanded its empire beyond the cinema and into automobiles, home entertainment, and consumer electronics. The company has continued to improve upon auditory and visual fidelity, ensuring that audiences experience the most true-to-life artistic visions. US-based brothers and production pair BEAUZ have now put forth their latest EP, BEAUZWORLD, VOL. 1, which is officially the first-ever digital album rendered with THX’s signature Spatial Audio for a completely immersive musical experience. “Through our music and our platforms, we are building the real BEAUZ WORLD – an inclusive, diversified community that is able to propel us forward with acceptance, innovation and affection,̶...
Benzi Expands His Sound with New Melodic Single “Red Rover (feat. Sad Alex)”
New York’s Benzi is well known for his “#BANGUERS with Benzi” radio show on SiriusXM and his hard-hitting trap style. However, the producer and DJ’s latest single is a bit of a departure from his normal amped-up productions. “Red Rover” is Benzi’s latest offering and it features vocalist Sad Alex. Taking a more emotional and melodic approach, “Red Rover” teeters more toward a future bass-infused sound, not unlike recent releases from The Chainsmokers or Martin Garrix. That’s not to say that Benzi’s unique flavor isn’t ever-present in the production—the bass is just as crushing as ever, and the percussion draws nicely on the trap-inspired elements that the producer is so well-known f...
