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Hear CHUCK BILLY’s Foreword To Audio Edition Of JONNY Z’s ‘Heavy Tales’ Book
An audio edition of Megaforce Records founder Jon Zazula‘s acclaimed autobiography, “Heavy Tales: The Metal. The Music. The Madness. As Lived By Jon Zazula”, read by the author himself and featuring more than two hours of bonus material, will be available July 21 via Audible. Like the print edition, the Audible book contains TESTAMENT vocalist Chuck Billy‘s foreword, also read by Billy himself. The bonus material expands upon the book, with Zazula — known the world over as Jonny Z — offering further insight into his life and career, and more behind-the-scenes stories, through material culled from a never-before-heard question and answer series with the Brothers Grimm radio show on CraniumRadio.com. You can now listen to Billy reading his foreword to “Heavy Tal...
VENOMOUS CONCEPT Feat. NAPALM DEATH And BRUTAL TRUTH Members: New Song ‘Eliminate’ Available For Streaming
Grindcore/hardcore punk veterans VENOMOUS CONCEPT — featuring members of BRUTAL TRUTH and NAPALM DEATH — will release their fourth full-length album, “Politics Versus The Erection”, on August 28 via Season Of Mist. The disc’s second single, “Eliminate”, can be streamed below. Track listing: 01. Simian Flu (03:20) 02. Hole In The Ground (00:53) 03. Eliminate (02:00) 04. Lemonade (03:42) 05. Colossal Failure (03:20) 06. Promise (03:24) 07. Septic Mind (03:15) 08. Dementia Degeneration (02:24) 09. Carrion (02:17) 10. Broken Teeth (02:09) 11. Shadows (02:46) 12. Mantis Toboggan (01:36) 13. Politics Versus The Erection (02:37) If the state of today’s society is reflected in music, VENOMOUS CONCEPT has returned to the stage with a fitting soundtrack. The band&...
LITA FORD: ‘We Have Made The Decision To Refund All 2020 VIP And Guitar Experiences’
Lita Ford says that refunds will be issued to anyone who purchased a “VIP Experience” to one of her previously announced shows. As the novel coronavirus continues to spread across the country and the world, thousands of concerts and festivals have either been postponed or canceled, as social distancing and self-quarantining make performing live music and attending live shows all but impossible. Earlier today, Lita released the following statement via her social media: “A special announcement to all Lita Ford 2020 VIP Experience Ticket Holders “To all our 2020 VIP crew. “Hoping every one of you are remaining safe and well in these continuing unprecedented times we are living in. “As with all of us, 2020 has been a year that none of us could have ever fore...
THE PRETTY RECKLESS’s TAYLOR MOMSEN Explains ‘Death By Rock And Roll’ Cover Artwork
THE PRETTY RECKLESS frontwoman Taylor Momsen spoke to the 104.9 The X radio station about the band’s fourth album, “Death By Rock And Roll”. Asked what the “goal” was with the LP’s cover artwork, Momsen said (see video below): “It’s a lot of goals. The first thing was, ‘We need to make something that’s as bold as the [album’s title track].’ So that was the first thought. We shot it in New York, actually, right before quarantine started, so luckily we got this photo shoot in, and I got out of New York kind of right in time; it was kind of fortuitous timing. And we filmed it with Danny Hastings, who’s a good friend of mine, a great photographer. He’s the guy who actually shot the ‘Going To Hell’ c...
Jazz Collective Standing on the Corner Share New Video for “G-E-T-O-U-T!! The Ghetto”: Watch
Experimental jazz collective Standing on the Corner have shared a video for their new song “G-E-T-O-U-T!! The Ghetto”. The clip features SOTC in Variation 7 (Shamel Cee Mystery on clavinet, drummer Savannah Harris, Kweku Sumbry playing congas, Devin Starks on double bass, Linton Smith III tapping the tambourine, and organist Aja Grant). They’re joined by 7-year-old vocalist Annalise Chanel Renee Williams, who takes the stage like a true star performer. Young Annalise screams and sings some “ooh-ahhs” before interpolating a bit of “Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen”. Described in a press release as “a special shape shifting message of concern,” the video also features poetry from director Carlos de Jesus. Watch below. Editors’ Picks Standing on the Corner will release ...
Our New T-Shirt Commemorates the Spring 2020 Concert Season That Was Not
Whether you streamed from your bedroom, living room, kitchen, or bath, the spring concert season was unlike anything we’ve experienced before. With the pandemic shuttering venues across the country, live music has suddenly become a virtual experience, broadcast nightly through computer and iPhone screens. The last few months may be something we never want to experience again, but we’ll certainly never forget. So, why not commemorate the Spring 2020 concert season that was not with our new T-shirt, now available in a limited quantity. Chose between black or storm blue color, and feel good about the fact that proceeds with benefit MusiCares’ COVID-19 Artist Relief Fund in addition to Consequence of Sound, an independently owned company. Order yours below, or head to our store to see addition...
Kevin Malone Tells the Oral History of The Office in New Podcast Series
This year marks the 15th anniversary of The Office, so what better way to celebrate than with a new podcast that explores the entire history of the beloved show? Enter An Oral History of The Office, a 12-episode series hosted by Brian Baumgartner, a.k.a. Kevin Malone, Dundler Mifflin’s resident chili expert (and klutz). Exclusive to Spotify, the podcast promises to cover everything an Office diehard could possibly dream of — from the first meetings held by co-creator Ben Silverman and UK Office creator Ricky Gervais and the unique search for cast members to the best bits and most memorable cold opens. Sweetening the chili pot for fans is Baumgartner’s list of special guests, some of whom might just be familiar: Steve Carell (Michael Scott), John Krasinski (Jim Halpert), Rainn Wilson (Dwigh...
The Lost Art of Summer Blockbuster Counterprogramming
Blockbuster Month is celebrating the true titans of the genre. In the weeks ahead, you’ll read through a variety of features digging deep into the greatest hits of Hollywood, from popcorn classics to underrated gems. Today, Josh Spiegel discusses the art of counterprogramming and whether studios can still pivot around major tentpoles and blockbusters. All movies are not created equal. For decades, the summer was the domain of the blockbuster: big-budget films with loads of action, special effects, and anchored by some kind of intellectual property. Sometimes, those films were able to boast A-List stars; other times, those films created A-List stars. (Will Smith was well-known for his music career and starring role on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, but Independence Day made him a star. The fo...
The Midnight Attain Retrowave Greatness on Nostalgic Third Album “Monsters”
Amidst the ongoing global health crisis, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with fear, anger, and anxiety. Sometimes, in an effort to combat the constant barrage of stressors, it helps to close your eyes, take a deep breath, and think back to the carefree days of being a teenager. Many may remember those long nights sitting in front of your family’s only computer, chatting away with friends worried about nothing more than math homework and how to beat your pals at Street Fighter II. It’s easy to look back at those days and laugh at how our teenage problems paled in comparison to those of adulthood, but by doing so, we forget the moments that helped to shape who we are today. While a friend moving to a different city might seem nothing more than a minor bummer to us now, the ...
Coachella Producer Goldenvoice Launches “GV Black” to Support Black Community Representation
In a new effort to expand representation for Black voices within its organization and its festivals, Goldenvoice has launched a new organizational unit called “GV Black.” Goldenvoice, producer of famed California-based music festivals Coachella, Stagecoach, and more, has shared the announcement of the new team’s creation on Coachella’s social media channels. The statement opens with a commitment to raising awareness of the violence that has disproportionately impacted the Black community in the United States. Goldenvoice’s announcement comes in the wake of prolonged nationwide protests against police brutality, sparked by the death of George Floyd back in May 2020. Goldenvoice notes, however, that their commitment to diversity will extend ...
Armada Music Joins Esports Collective Team Liquid to Create “Showstopper” Pro-Am Event
Prolific dance music label Armada Music and esports collective Team Liquid are assembling their rosters for battle. The two Amsterdam-based organizations are bringing fans what’s sure to be a high stakes Pro-Am livestream event, aptly titled “Showstopper.” The tactical shooter video game Valorant from Riot Games will be the title of choice. Team Liquid’s professionals will square off alongside and against some of Armada Music’s most well-known producers in 5-on-5 style gameplay. Soon we’ll see how Arty, Andrew Rayel, Zack Martino, Win and Woo, Mark Sixma, Ruben de Ronde and Asher Postman fare against some of gaming’s best in show. The Team Liquid roster taking part in the event will be comprised of Aniemal,&...
Zeds Dead Announce Deluxe Edition of “We Are Deadbeats Vol. 4” Will Feature Three New Collaborations
Zeds Dead took to social media today to announce the impending release of the “Deluxe Edition” of the duo’s massive “We Are Deadbeats Vol. 4” album. Arriving via their own Deadbeats banner, of course, the project will span 16 tracks and feature “remixes from some of your favorite Deadbeats artists as well as a few new [Zeds Dead] collabs,” according to an announcement made by the label. Zeds Dead also took to Facebook to share their own announcement and give fans something to salivate over, confirming that the album will boast 3 new original collaborations as well as 12 new remixes. The original album featured a bevy of mammoth collaborations with the likes of Subtronics, Deathpact, Delta Heavy, Slushii, Dion Timmer, and Ch...
