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Muse Dare Us to “Kill Or Be Killed” with New Single: Stream
Muse have a new album called Will of the People coming out next month, and ahead of its release, they’ve shared the single “Kill Or Be Killed.” Check it out below. “’Kill Or Be Killed’ is Muse at their heaviest,” frontman Matt Bellamy said in a statement. “We wanted to update our hard rock sound on this album and with ‘Kill Or Be Killed’ we found a modern metal sound featuring double bass drum action and even a death growl. Lyrically the song takes influence from my favourite Paul McCartney song ‘Live And Let Die’, a dark take on how life’s adversity can sometimes bring out the worst human instincts to survival at any costs.” The track comes with a music video directed by Ben Lowe. From the sound of its song titles — previously released singles “Won’t Stand Down,” “Complian...
Alison Mosshart on Potential Dead Weather Reunion: “It’ll Have To Feel Just Right”
At some point between The White Stripes’ debut and now, Jack White crossed over from being the frontman of an exciting blues rock duo to being an ambassador for the very essence of the music he creates. And, as evidenced by the many groups he’s played in and/or produced for, White isn’t hesitant to share some of that essence. In Consequence’s latest cover story, starring White, Alison Mosshart (of The Kills and The Dead Weather) shares her experience working with the rock icon. “[He’s a] wildly creative mind, of course. He moves quick, ideas come to him like boom, boom, boom, and he’s fearless in all his projects,” Mosshart tells Consequence. “[He] just fires up the engine and goes. There is total heart and passion running through all of his work. His energy is huge, and he’s a great colla...
Restraining Order Against Ricky Martin Dismissed After Accuser Withdraws Request
A judge has dismissed a temporary restraining order against Ricky Martin after his accuser reportedly withdrew the request. Martin’s accuser, identified as the singer’s 21-year-old nephew Dennis Yadiel Sanchez, was initially granted the restraining order on July 2nd. Sanchez claimed that he and Martin had been in a seven-month romantic relationship. Martin allegedly refused to accept their breakup and was found loitering outside of Sanchez’s home on three different occasions. Sanchez also accused Martin of physical and psychological abuse. In a statement to TMZ, Martin’s legal representatives said Sanchez’s decision to withdraw his request for a restraining order “was his alone, without any outside influence or pressure.” Advertisement Related Video “The accuser confirmed he was satisfied ...
Twitter Engages In Spirited Kendrick Lamar Vs. Jadakiss Debate
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Twitter is often a hub of spirited debate as it pertains to Hip-Hop, and a favorite device used in the space is asking the question of which rapper is better than the other. In an odd matchup of different eras and styles, Kendrick Lamar and Jadakiss are the latest rappers to be pitted against each other but it isn’t clear what the overall consensus is. The Kendrick Lamar vs. Jadakiss debate was sparked by Twitter user @TeeZeroHero, who asked in a tweet, “To you: which of these guys [r]ank higher on an all time list, and why? Kendrick Lamar or Jadakiss?” @TeeZeroHero says he was inspired by podcaster and Twitter user, @EnterDaDome, who often shares his views on the modern Hip-Hop landscape and how it relates to the greats of the ...
Dave Chappelle Show Shut Down Over Transgender Comments Controversy
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Shannon Finney / Getty Dave Chappelle went from being one of the most beloved comics of his era to now being considered a transphobic bigot in the eyes of many. Due to the Washington, D.C. native’s strong stances regarding the LGBTQ community, a Minnesota venue canceled a show date event due to Chappelle’s comments. Taking to social media, First Avenue, where Dave Chappelle was slated to perform on Wednesday (July 20), issued a public statement regarding their decision to move the comedian’s show to another nearby venue. Related Stories “The Dave Chappelle show tonight at First Avenue has been cancelled and is moving to the Varsity Theater,” opened the statment. It continued with, “To staff, artists, and our community, we hear you and we are sorry. We kno...
Muse Rock Out at the Isle of Wight on New Single ‘Kill or Be Killed’
Muse take it back to its harder-rocking roots on their new single “Kill or Be Killed,” which is out today (July 21), accompanied by a video shot during a recent appearance at the Isle of Wight Festival. “Kill or Be Killed” is the latest pre-release track from Muse’s upcoming album Will of the People, which arrives Aug. 26. It follows “Compliance,” “Won’t Stand Down” and the title track, all of which are available for instant download to fans who pre-order the album. [embedded content][embedded content] Frontman Matt Bellamy says “Kill or Be Killed” represents “Muse at their heaviest! We wanted to update our hard rock sound on this album and with ‘Kill or Be Killed’ we found a modern metal sound featuring double bass drum action and even a death growl. Lyrically the song takes influence fro...
Channel Tres Announces Long-Awaited Debut Album, Real Cultural Shit
After releasing a host of irresistible house tracks such as “Controller” and “Top Down” in the past four years, Compton-based artist/producer Channel Tres will finally bring forth his debut album in 2022. Real Cultural Shit will arrive this fall on Godmode and is led by the jubilant new single “Just Can’t Get Enough,” which samples the late soul legend Teddy Pendergrass. While Beyoncé and Drake have successfully dipped their toes into the house music waters of late, Channel Tres has given the genre a major signal boast since his first officially released tracks back in 2018. “My dad is from Chicago. House music was created there, and over time the music got lost in translation,” says the artist, whose real name is Sheldon Young. “So, when I studied it and I saw that it was African-American...
Discord Is Finally Coming to Xbox Consoles
It’s been more than a year since PlayStation users have been able to enjoy group voice chats on Discord, but luckily for on Microsoft‘s systems, the app is now finally coming to the Xbox family. The feature will be supported on all three current consoles, including the Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Those of you who are Xbox Insiders will get to access it starting today, while the rest will be able to use it “in the coming weeks.” With proper integration, you’ll also be able to hop into the same voice chat as your friends who are on PC or mobile while being on your Xbox. Enabling the feature is simple: all you have to do is hit the Xbox button, go to Parties & Chats and click on Try Discord Voice on Xbox. A QR code will pop up and once you scan it, your Discord account with...
‘Call of Duty: Warzone’ Unveils Crossover With ‘The Terminator’
Call of Duty‘s crossover between The Terminator has finally been unveiled. The Terminator arrives in Call of Duty: Warzone and Vanguard as part of the Season 4 midseason update. After teasing it for weeks, players can finally play as the iconic T-800, commonly known as Arnold Schwarzenegger himself, and the motorcycle cop from Terminator 2: Judgement Day, T-1000. They will come in as a bundle separately, meaning that two bundles would have to be purchased in order to obtain both skins. The T-800 bundle will feature an animated “I’ll Be Back” emblem, “Neural Net Processor” ultra assault rifle weapon blueprint, “Coltan Alloy” and “Motorhead” legendary weapon blueprints, “Always Scanning” charm, and the “Infrared Optics” reticle. In contrast, the T-1000 bundle will feature new animations, thr...
1-of-1 Trading Card With Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and LeBron James Could Sell for $3M USD
A trading card with Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and LeBron James is looking to sell for $3 million USD over at Goldin’s Auctions. The estimate was provided by Ken Goldin, CEO of Goldin Auctions, to TMZ Sports. The 1-of-1 collectible is part of the Upper Deck Exquisite Collection and has been encapsulated and assessed as “Authentic” by the PSA, as well as received a perfect condition Gem Mint 10 rating — making it the only Logoman to receive a 10. The unique card shows features individual headshots of MJ, Kobe and LeBron and, below each player, is a “Logoman” patch each have worn in an NBA game. As of writing, the card has received a total of eight bids with its price currently at $1,100,000 USD. Bidding will close on August 8. Check out the card on the Goldin’s Auctions website. In case yo...
Kevin Morby, Waxahatchee Release Covers to Defend Kansas Abortion Rights
Kansas-based indie rock power couple Kevin Morby and Waxahatchee’s Katie Crutchfield have released covers today (July 21) of Broadcast’s “Tears in the Typing Pool” and Guided By Voices’ “The Goldheart Mountaintop Queen Directory” for a cause close to their hearts. Proceeds from the Bandcamp-exclusive tracks will benefit the Vote No Kansas PAC. The organization is working to prevent the passage of Kansas House Bill 2746, which would completely ban abortion in the state if a separate amendment is passed allowing the legislature to change the current legality of the procedure. “With the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the state of Kansas, where we live, has become a really important haven for bordering states in the fight for access to reproductive healthcare,” Morby and Crutchfield said in a sta...
Here’s How to Get Jennifer Lopez’s Wedding Dress Look for Less
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Bennifer officially tied the knot over the weekend, as Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck headed to Las Vegas on Saturday (July 16) for a small chapel ceremony amongst four other couples. For one of her two gorgeous wedding looks, JLo wore a white dress “from an old movie,” which she showed off in a pre-ceremony video posted to Instagram by her hairstylist Chris Appleton. “I’ve had this dress for so many years and I’ve just been saving it, saving it, saving it,” she says in the video. “And now I’m wearing it on my wedding day.” Explore Explore See latest vi...
