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On Middling Age, Tim Kasher Doesn’t Always Want to Be a 47-Year-Old Rocker
Sitting in the mostly-enclosed former midcentury Firestone Tire shop that has since been transformed into All Season Brewing in Los Angeles, Tim Kasher wouldn’t be anyone’s first guess when picking who was the biggest rock star among the crowd. On a Friday afternoon filled with LA’s finest yoga pants, tight t-shirts and oversized sunglasses, Kasher’s long baggy sleeves and slim stature don’t really give off the appearance that he’s arguably one of the most influential indie songwriters of the century. But two successful bands (and a couple of less successful ones), five solo albums and 19 years since he forever shifted the indie/emo/art-rock landscape with Cursive’s The Ugly Organ, that’s exactly who Kasher is. Middling Age, the 47 year old’s latest solo work (out now via 15 Passenger Reco...
The Kids Cudi Saved
From the Renaissance Era to our Digital Age, music has remained the method that expresses the language that we cannot. And contrary to what one might think, research has shown music can help heal the heart. Its sounds release dopamine and endorphins that “can induce happy moods and relieve pain” — specifically for the mind. And contemporarily, one could argue that rapper Kid Cudi has become an ambassador for mental health awareness. The 38-year-old employed his lyrics and iconic hums to destigmatize being not okay is okay. But what if I were to say music has always carried this tune and has always been a vessel to discuss personal pains? Before we dive into the 21st century, we need to revisit the Romantic and Classical periods with another musical icon, Ludwig van Beethoven. The German cl...
Anitta Brings Brazil to Coachella With Versions of Me
Anitta is taking over the world. Last month, Brazil’s resident superstar became the first artist from her country to hit No. 1 on Spotify’s Global 200 chart. Today, she’s set to make her live debut at Coachella. To add to her recent successes, Anitta also released her new album, Versions of Me, earlier this week. Across most of the 15 tracks, she’s embedded Brazil’s funk carioca sound into Latin and American-influenced pop songs, which reflect the two major markets she’s broken through from Rio de Janeiro. “I’ve been the first Brazilian to do so many things,” Anitta tells SPIN over Zoom between Coachella rehearsals. “It’s been crazy times for me. The first Brazilian to be No. 1 on Spotify’s Global chart and then the first Brazilian to be performing on the main stage of Coachella. I’m reall...
SLIPKNOT’s COREY TAYLOR Teams With HYRO THE HERO For Updated Version Of ‘Kids Against The Monsters’
Houston-bred rock/hip-hop fusion artist Hyro The Hero has released a new version of the title track off his “Kids Against The Monsters” project with a feature from SLIPKNOT‘s Corey Taylor. The release is the culmination of a series of singles featuring high-profile fellow artists that Hyro The Hero has dropped over the past year. The project originated as a mixtape, inspired from his Houston underground hip-hop roots, and is now available in full as an EP to stream and download across digital platforms. The “Kids Against The Monsters” track was recorded remotely during lockdown in 2020, after Ben Bruce of ASKING ALEXANDRIA, a mentor to Hyro, reached out to Taylor. The answer was an immediate yes. Late last year, fans got an early listen to the track when it ap...
VILLE VALO Says New Solo Album Is ‘A Bridge Between HIM And The Future’
HIM mastermind Ville Valo spoke to Metal Hammer about his new single, “Loveletting”, which he released under the VV banner. “Loveletting” is taken from VV‘s forthcoming debut album, “Neon Noir”, which won’t arrive before 2023. “‘Loveletting’ is one of the more mellow songs,” Ville said. “I’ve always been shit with picking singles — I’m always wrong, so I let the label choose that and everybody was smiling when they heard it the first time, so they suggested it. I’m hoping the next one will be a lot more rock ‘n’ roll, harder hitting.” “Loveletting” marks Ville‘s first new music in over two years, following the arrival of the three-track “Gothica Fennica ...
METALLICA’s KIRK HAMMETT Releases ‘High Plains Drifter’ Song From ‘Portals’ Solo Instrumental EP
METALLICA guitarist Kirk Hammett has released a first taste of his upcoming debut solo EP in the form of “High Plains Drifter”. The track opens the second side of “Portals”, Kirk‘s four-song EP, which will arrive on April 23 via Blackened Recordings across digital platforms, on CD, and as a Record Store Day-exclusive ocean blue vinyl EP (including a download card). Featuring contributions from Edwin Outwater (with whom Kirk had previously collaborated on METALLICA‘s “S&M²” concerts and releases), Jon Theodore of QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE (and Kirk‘s THE WEDDING BAND bandmate), members of the LA Philharmonic and more, “High Plains Drifter” shares a unique inspirational relationship with the 1973 cinematic classic of the sam...
ROB HALFORD Names New Litter Of Kittens For KITTEN RESCUE, Donates Personal Collection Of Autographed Cat T-Shirts
Kitten Rescue, a Los Angeles-based non-profit, volunteer-run organization devoted to finding loving homes for unwanted, homeless cats and kittens, has introduced a new litter of kittens for The New York Times-recognized kitten cam room, named by none other than JUDAS PRIEST‘s Rob Halford, a.k.a. The Metal God. In appreciation for Halford‘s unending love of cats and kittens, Kitten Rescue asked him to name the new cam room additions and he fired back rock ‘n’ roll-themed names. Check out the adorable fluff balls, 24 hours a day, here. The Halford-named kittens are Taylor, Turbo, Angel, Starbreaker, Rocker and Mama Rose. Taylor, an orange-and-white male, is named in honor of FOO FIGHTERS‘ Taylor Hawkins; Turbo, a calico female, is named after JUDAS PRIEST‘...
Boy Spyce – Destiny
Check out this brand new single from Boy Spyce titled – “Destiny”. Mavins Records’ new signed singer Boy Spyce comes through with a brand new single titled “Destiny“. The new record “Destiny” is taken off his self-name debut EP titled “Boy Spyce“. “Destiny” is an impressive single he dedicates to fans and supporters. It is a follow-up to his song “Wayo”. However, the single certainly deserves a spot on your playlist, happy listening. Listen and share Boy Spyce – “Destiny” below. Download
Boy Spyce – Bad Things
Check out this brand new single from Boy Spyce titled – “Bad Things”. Mavins Records’ new signed singer Boy Spyce comes through with a brand new single titled “Bad Things“. The new record “Bad Things” is taken off his self-name debut EP titled “Boy Spyce“. “Bad Things” is an impressive single he dedicates to fans and supporters. It is a follow-up to his song “Destiny”. However, the single certainly deserves a spot on your playlist, happy listening. Listen and share Boy Spyce – “Bad Things” below. Download
Wizkid – Wonder
In the year 2016, Nigerian talented afro-pop star, Wizkid, birthed a new hit titled, Wonder. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun famously known by his stage name, Wizkid has been rare talent in the music industry ever since he came into the spotlight. Wizkid, Wizzy, Baba Nla, Starboy, Big Wiz, or Machala as he’s popularly addressed, was born on the 16th day of July, in the year 1990. He was born and raised in Lagos Nigeria. The ‘Hola At Your Boy’ crooner start taping his songs at the age of eleven which was when he recorded his songs with a group known as The Glorious Five. This group was comprised of his friends who attend the same church as him. Starboy was guided into the limelight under a record label known as Empire Mates Entertainment, owned by the very famous sinister, Banky W. Wizkid is one of...
VIDEO: Boy Spyce – Nobody
Mavin Records premieres the music visual for the song titled “Nobody” by Boy Spyce. Nigerian fast-rising singer Boy Spyce drops his first music for one of the just-released tracks on his new eponymous EP. The new visual is a short storyline about his love interest, a girl he admires and professes his love for but yet she isn’t reciprocating it back. You may take a listen to his EP – Boy Spyce. Watch and share Boy Spyce – “Nobody” below. [embedded content]
Tours on Sale Today: Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, Alice Cooper, L7 & More
Get ready for a new round of live shows: We’ve got the latest news on the live concert landscape. Here’s the most recent update on tours going on sale this week, and how to secure tickets. Ringo Starr has expanded his tour with the All Star Band. Wynonna and Naomi Judd are reuniting for their first tour in over a decade. Meanwhile, Built to Spill has mapped out an extensive tour to support a new album. Get the details on these events and how to secure tickets below. Robert Plant & Alison Krauss: Get Tickets via Ticketmaster Robert Plant and Alison Krauss have tacked a West Coast leg onto their 2022 international tour in support of their latest joint covers album, Raise the Roof. The new string of dates kicks off in August and wraps at the end of September, taking the two through Califo...
