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Coheed and Cambria Detail New Album Vaxis II: A Window of the Waking Mind
Coheed and Cambria are set to release the second installment of their five-part “Vaxis” arc, Vaxis II: A Window of the Waking Mind. The new album is out May 27—and, of course, available for pre-order—and was produced by the band’s Claudio Sanchez and Zakk Cervini. Also available pre-order is the collection’s immersive limited edition deluxe box set, which includes an exclusive containment unit lamp, a poster, and a Black Card that will allow fans early access to tickets and early entry to their upcoming tour. Furthermore, the box set includes a 96-page illustrated hardcover novel, “A Window of the Waking Mind,” which was created by Sanchez and written by his wife Chondra Echert. Two of Vaxis II‘s singles, “Rise Naianasha (Cut The Cord)” and “Shoulders,” have already been released...
‘Cold Heart’ Returns Another Elton John Classic to the Hot 100’s Top 10
It’s an achievement to send a song to the Billboard Hot 100‘s top 10 once. Elton John has become particularly adept at having his compositions reach the region twice. John’s “Cold Heart (Pnau Remix),” with Dua Lipa, jumps to No. 7 on the latest Hot 100 (dated Jan. 15). While it’s the legend’s first top 10 on the chart in nearly 24 years, it’s also a return to the tier for “Rocket Man,” whose chorus Lipa updates in the mash-up. In honor of John’s latest such double-up, here’s a look at John’s classics, co-penned with Bernie Taupin, that have hit the Hot 100’s top 10 twice, in various forms. [embedded content] “Your Song” John’s first Hot 100 top 10, of now 28 in his career, rose to No. 8 in January 1971. In 2014, Aloe Blacc’s “The Man,” which revives the original’s “you can tell everybody” ...
Katy Perry Strips Down in Behind-the-Scenes Pics From ‘When I’m Gone’ Video Shoot
Katy Perry wants to leave you something to remember “When I’m Gone.” So, the singer posted some behind-the-scenes pics from the video shoot for her new dance-tastic single with DJ/producer Alesso. In the series of snaps Perry shows off some of the costumes from the high-fashion visual, opening with a provocative topless snap in which she’s only wearing wide-leg jeans and a knowing over-the-shoulder look as she stands facing a wall with her hands up next to a sign that warns: “do not hose down.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news “Let it burn baby,” Perry, 37, captioned the series, along with the #WIG tag. In a second pic, Perry stares down into the camera while grabbing a handful of hair with an overflowing costume rack behind her, then sips a red drink in a plastic cup and r...
Thomas Rhett’s Upcoming Album ‘Where We Started’ Features a Katy Perry Collaboration
Thomas Rhett will release his sixth studio album, Where We Started, on April 1, he announced Friday (Jan. 14). What’s more, the title track is a rootsy-pop collaboration with pop superstar Katy Perry, co-written with Jon Bellion, Jesse Frasure and Ashley Gorley. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “There’s something for everyone on this album and I can’t wait for y’all to hear it,” he captioned a teaser video on Instagram for the upcoming release. “Who’s ready?!” Rhett, who is nominated for a best country song Grammy for “Country Again,” co-wrote all but one of the tracks on the new 15-song album, which features production from Dann Huff, Jesse Frasure and Matt Dragstrem. He also welcomes several country collaborators on the album, including Riley ...
FKA twigs Shares ‘Caprisongs’ Mixtape Featuring The Weeknd, Daniel Caesar and More
FKA twigs has dropped off her new mixtape, Caprisongs. The 17-track project enlists features from Jorja Smith, Daniel Caesar, Shygirl, Rema, Pa Salieu, Koreless, Tobias Jesso Jr., Fred again.., Mike Dean, Warren Ellis, and others. Additionally, the mixtape includes the artist’s previously-released track with The Weeknd, dubbed “Tears in the Club.” hey i made you a mixtape, because when i feel you, i feel me and when i feel me, it feels good… CAPRISONGS is my journey back to myself through my amazing collaborators and friends. pic.twitter.com/WCaFrNs1ZH — FKA twigs (@FKAtwigs) January 6, 2022 The vocalist describes the new project as a “bronzer in the sink, alco pop on the side, a cherry lolly, apple juice when you’re thirsty, friends in the park, your favourite person, that one senten...
Georgian Knockout Artist Giga Chikadze Is Ready to Prove He’s Championship Material
Two years ago, Giga Chikadze was a relatively unknown commodity in the mixed martial arts world. Coming from a karate background and competing at the highest levels of kickboxing, the Georgian (the country, not the state) featherweight squeaked by Brandon Davis to win his UFC debut by split decision and was preparing to battle Jamall Emmers (which he would also win by split decision). But after seven straight UFC victories (including consecutive “Performance of the Night” awards for his three recent knockouts) and a vicious body kick that has crumpled multiple opponents, Chikadze has spent his pandemic years vaulting to the top of the UFC’s featherweight division. Fresh off his first main event — where he stopped veteran striker and perennial contender Edson Barboza in the third round — th...
Avril Lavigne Announces New Album Love Sux, Shares New Song ‘Love It When You Hate Me’
Avril Lavigne detailed her forthcoming Love Sux, which is out on February 25 through Travis Barker’s DTA Records. The eight-time Grammy-nominated pop punker also released the record’s fourth track, “Love It When You Hate Me” that features blackbear. Following the release of Love Sux‘s first single, “Bite Me,” the singles are Lavigne’s first new music since 2019. Love Sux is her seventh studio album, which is available for pre-order now. [embedded content][embedded content] Since unveiling “Bite Me,” Lavigne has performed the track live on various TV shows including The Late Late Show withJames Corden, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and ABC‘s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve. Next month, the “Boyfriend” singer is set to embark on h...
5 Albums I Can’t Live Without: Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October
Name Justin Furstenfeld Best known for Frontman of Blue October Current city San Marcos, TX Really want to be in My dream city would be Prague or New York City. New York to live and work as a musician/poet/actor/playwright. Prague, I would love to own a loft where I can go to unwind and be inspired with romance and architecture. Excited about I’m excited about the new songs Blue October is currently working on. We’ll be in the studio in January and February recording this new album. I’m also excited about touring overseas next March and then coming back home to tour with the Goo Goo Dolls next summer. My record collection Is packed full of old jazz and classical like Dave Brubeck, Chet Baker and Mendelssohn. I love sampling jazz a...
PJ Harvey Announces The Hope Six Demolition Project Reissue, Shares “The Wheel” Demo: Listen
PJ Harvey has announced a reissue of 2016’s The Hope Six Demolition Project, her ninth album. She recorded the project in 2012 as part of a public art installation in London. The new edition arrives with The Hope Six Demolition Project – Demos on March 11. Listen to a demo version of “The Wheel” below The Hope Six Demolition Project is the latest among several of Harvey’s records that have reissued, following White Chalk and A Woman a Man Walked By, her 2009 collaborative album with John Parish. Let England Shake is next in the reissue campaign, set for January 28. In April, PJ Harvey will publish Orlam, a book-length narrative poem written in the Dorset dialect. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from.
Jacques Greene Announces New EP, Shares New Song: Listen
Jacques Greene has announced a new EP. Fantasy is out digitally January 28 via LuckyMe. Earlier today (January 123, Greene shared the record’s lead single “Taurus.” Check it out below, and scroll down for the EP art and tracklist. “In my mind there’s a real soothing, meditative core to this,” Greene said of his new single in press materials. “And the almost relentless repetitive nature of the aggressive breaks is meant to tip over into full mediation mode. There’s angst—but there’s trying to move through it.” Greene continued: The things you hear when you’re alone. Walking through Mount Royal or other wooded areas you might notice a branch break. As much as I value my alone time and the subtle things you can pick up around and within yourself in those moments, a certain loneliness an...
FKA twigs Releases Caprisongs Mixtape: Listen and Read the Full Credits
FKA twigs’ most recent album was 2019’s Magdalene. Last year, she shared “Don’t Judge Me” and “Measure of a Man.” Read our 2019 cover story, “The Sacred and Profane Genius of FKA twigs.” Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from. 01 Ride the Dragon Written by Pablo Diaz-Reixa, Lewis Roberts, Mark Anthony Spears, Jeff Kleinman, FKA twigsPublished by Pablo Diaz- Reixa Publishing Designee, Lewis Roberts Publishing Designee, Mark Anthony Spears Publishing Designee, Jeff Kleinman Publishing Designee, FKA twigs Publishing DesigneeProduced by El Guincho & KorelessCo-Production by FKA twigs, Sounwave & Jeff KleinmanMixed by Mike DeanMastered by Joe LaPorta at Sterling Sound, NYC and Mike De...
Jack White Shares Video for New Song “Love Is Selfish”: Watch
Jack White has shared another new song. This one’s called “Love Is Selfish” and it appears on his forthcoming album Entering Heaven Alive. Check it out below. Entering Heaven Alive, which arrives on July 22, is the second of two albums that White plans to release this year. He’s also set to issue Fear of the Dawn on April 8, and shared “Taking Me Back” from the LP in October. After opening a Third Man Records shop in London last fall, White will tour the United States this spring before heading to Europe for June and July. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from.
