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JOHN 5 AND THE CREATURES Postpone Three Shows After Positive COVID-19 Test
JOHN 5 AND THE CREATURES, the band led by former MARILYN MANSON and current ROB ZOMBIE guitarist John 5, has postponed the next three shows on its “Sinner” North American tour after a positive COVID-19 test within the touring party. JOHN 5 AND THE CREATURES expect to resume the trek on April 28 in Austin, Texas. Earlier today (Saturday, April 23), John 5‘s social media was updated with the following statement: “After a positive test for Covid, JOHN 5 & THE CREATURES are postponing the next three shows of the current Sinner Tour – These dates include 23rd – Las Vegas, 24th San Diego and the 26th April Albuquerque. “We have been following Covid protocols but still had a positive test, The appropriate response is to postpone and we’ll announ...
Watch Giolì & Assia Perform Live From an Icelandic Volcano
With their first release of 2022, Giolì & Assia are taking their eclectic brand of house music to one of the most mesmerizing natural locations on Earth. The EDM.com Class Of 2021 inductees are building upon a banner year with the start of what will be their most ambitious offering yet, their debut album. The Italian duo are kicking things off with “Fire Hell and Holy Water,” an entrancing house single driven by the steady melodic patter of the steel drum. The rhythmically layered single melds with gentle vocals from Assia and a vocaloid-like lead. The Italian duo have historically leaned into a worldly slate of influences from a production and collaborative standpoint. Last year, the duo released their first Spanish-language single, “Bebé,” and followed it up w...
This Electronic Music Festival Has Hot Air Balloon Afterparties, Horseback Riding and More
Echoes from Agartha is a journey through one of the most impactful geographic locations in the history of human civilization. Situated in the heart of Turkey, Cappadocia is the setting of one of this year’s most expansive and culturally enlightening electronic music festivals. Slated for this summer, Echoes from Agartha is a techno-focused festival experience paired with an unmatched set of excursions. The festival is bringing renowned dance music producers Lee Burridge, Mind Against, Seth Troxler and WhoMadeWho to the stage, among many others, but its impressive lineup is only a fraction of the story. Organizers are ensuring attendees get the most of what Cappadocia has to offer, including horseback riding, breathtaking hot air balloon rides, exhilarating explorations through natura...
Bass Coast Announces 2022 Lineup With Claude VonStroke, The Funk Hunters, More
Emerging from a two-year hiatus, Bass Coast is scheduled to return from July 8th to 11th in Merritt, B.C., on the shared traditional territories on the Nłeʔkepmx and Syilx nations. Bass Coast has a global reputation for showcasing innovative international artists alongside innovative Canadian talent. And the organizers of the beloved boutique festival have now unveiled its full 2022 lineup, staying true to their goal of booking diverse artists. This year, Bass Coast attendees will be treated to nuanced performances from the likes of AceMoMa, Claude VonStroke, Anz and Mikey Lion. Additionally, a 20/20 LDN showcase will feature Sicaria Sound, Tim Parker, OAKK and Ivy Lab. The docket also boasts a diverse lineup of regional and Canadian talent, including Fort Knox Five, The Funk Hunters,...
Taylor Swift Celebrates Record Store Day 2022, Shouts Out ‘Taylor’s Version’ Mural at Nashville Retailer
Taylor Swift is celebrating Record Store Day 2022. The 32-year-old pop superstar, who was announced earlier this year as the first-ever global ambassador for Record Store Day, took to social media on Saturday (April 23) to acknowledge the annual event and give a special shout-out to Nashville-based indie music retailer Grimey’s New and Pre-Loved Music. “Happy Record Store Day!” Swift wrote in her Instagram Story. “Honored to be this year’s Global Ambassador and glad we get to celebrate these sacred & important places now more than ever.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The singer’s post included a mural photo of the artist’s face emblazoned on the record store’s outside wall. “Thanks @grimeys for the mural, I am overwhelmed,” Swift ...
Jhayco Explains His New Artist Name & Receiving Mia Khalifa’s Stamp of Approval
Jhayco (formerly known as Jhay Cortez) had a successful evening at the 2022 Latin American Music Awards on Thursday (April 21), where he was an eight-time nominee. The Puerto Rican singer won song of the year and favorite urban song for his Bad Bunny-assisted “Dákiti,” which he also performed on stage, followed by a presentation of his new single “Sensual Bebé.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news That same night, the artist born Jesús Manuel Nieves Cortez officially announced his artistic name change to Jhayco at the live, televised event. “It’s something that I always wanted to do,” he told Billboard on the red carpet. “That’s the name that goes with my personality and always wanted. I created my brand, my own path, and with all respect t...
Machine Gun Kelly Shows Up to Kelly Clarkson’s Birthday in Slippers & With a Surprise
Machine Gun Kelly woke up 15 minutes before stepping on set at The Kelly Clarkson Show this week — and he forgot his shoes. Host Kelly Clarkson didn’t mind. MGK might have walked out on stage in slippers, but he brought birthday wishes, a queso fountain, margaritas and a mariachi band with him in honor of the singer’s birthday. Clarkson turns 40 on Sunday (April 24). “I woke up 15 minutes ago. I forgot my shoes,” Machine Gun Kelly explained. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “So you woke up on your birthday to … Oh, that’s kind,” Clarkson said. “No, no, no, it’s cool,” he insisted. “It’s cool.” “Is it? I don’t know,” joked Clarkson, and then the celebration began. The pair shared a bond over having birthdays in the same week and enjoyed a drink a...
Chris Rock’s Mom Calls Out Will Smith’s Oscars Ban: ‘You Don’t Even Go Every Year’
Chris Rock’s mom, Rose Rock, is sharing her thoughts on Will Smith slapping her son at the 2022 Oscars ceremony one month removed from the moment. Rock, an author and motivational speaker, told WIS that the comedian is doing well but “still processing” the incident that led Smith to resign from the Academy. The organization has since announced that Smith, who won best actor for his performance in King Richard, is banned from all events, including the Oscars ceremonies, for the next 10 years. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “I told someone, when Will slapped Chris, he slapped all of us, but he really slapped me,” Rose Rock said. “When you hurt my child, you hurt me.” When asked what she would say t...
Watch Kendrick Lamar Join Baby Keem for Two Songs at Coachella
Last night, Baby Keem returned to Coachella for weekend two, following his first-ever set at the festival the previous weekend. During his Friday night performance, he surprised fans by bringing out Kendrick Lamar for “Family Ties” and “Vent” from his 2021 album The Melodic Blue. Watch those song performances below, and follow along with Pitchfork’s full coverage of Coachella 2022. For his Coachella set during weekend one, Baby Keem invited Brent Faiyaz onstage to perform “Lost Souls” together. Last year, he teamed up with Travis Scott for “Durag Activity” and dropped a music video for “Family Ties.” His Kendrick Lamar collaboration went on to win the Best Rap Performance award at the 2022 Grammys. Kendrick Lamar recently announced his new album Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers is c...
Watch Harry Styles Bring Out Lizzo to Cover “I Will Survive” at Coachella
On Friday night, Harry Styles headlined Coachella again following his debut performance last weekend. During his second set at the festival, Styles brought out Lizzo as a special guest for a joint cover of Gloria Gaynor’s 1978 hit “I Will Survive” and the One Direction single “What Makes You Beautiful.” The two walked out in matching faux-fur coats. Watch those moments below, and follow along with Pitchfork’s full coverage of Coachella 2022. Styles was previously joined by Shania Twain for covers of “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!” and “You’re Still the One” during his Coachella debut last weekend. That headlining set also marked his first-ever live performance of “As It Was,” the lead single off his upcoming album Harry’s House, and saw Styles debut two new unreleased songs: “Boyfriends” and “...
MEGADETH’s KIKO LOUREIRO Shares Video From Rehearsal Sessions For 2022 Leg Of ‘The Metal Tour Of The Year’
MEGADETH guitarist Kiko Loureiro has shared behind-the-scenes video from the rehearsal sessions for the 2022 leg of the band’s “The Metal Tour Of The Year” with LAMB OF GOD, TRIVIUM and IN FLAMES. Check out the 11-minute clip below. The 49-year-old Brazilian musician, who lives in Finland with his wife and kids, and his MEGADETH bandmates kicked off the 2022 leg of “The Metal Tour Of The Year” on April 9 at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Last month, MEGADETH bassist James LoMenzo discussed the band’s setlist for the 2022 leg of “The Metal Tour Of The Year” during a bassist roundtable video chat with Knotfest‘s Ryan J. Downey. “You have to take into account that Dave‘s [Mustaine, MEGADETH frontman] been through a ...
DREAM THEATER’s 2002 Performance Of IRON MAIDEN’s ‘The Number Of The Beast’ Album To Be Made Available On Streaming Services
DREAM THEATER‘s 2002 performance of the entire “The Number Of The Beast” album by IRON MAIDEN will be made available for the first time ever on vinyl and streaming services on June 10 via InsideOut Music. Originally released on DREAM THEATER‘s YtseJam Records in 2005, this one-of-a-kind performance sees the progressive metal giants again paying tribute to some of their historic musical icons. This unique 2002 performance in front of a French audience at La Mutualite in Paris, France is the only available recording of this one-off historic event, forever preserved in the YtseJam collection as part of the growing “Lost Not Forgotten Archives” series. A few days before the Paris show, DREAM THEATER also performed the entire “The Number Of The Beast...
