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SCORPIONS ‘Have A Few Ideas’ For New Album Title, Says KLAUS MEINE
SCORPIONS recently entered Peppermint Park Studios in Hannover, Germany to begin recording their upcoming studio album. Tentatively due in 2021, the disc will mark the German hard rock legends’ first release since 2017’s “Born To Touch Your Feelings – Best Of Rock Ballads”, which was an anthology of SCORPIONS‘ new and classic material. SCORPIONS originally intended to record the new album in Los Angeles with producer Greg Fidelman, whose previous credits include SLIPKNOT and METALLICA. However, because of the pandemic, most of the work so far has been done remotely, with Fidelman taking part via Zoom. In a new interview with VintageRock Pod, SCORPIONS singer Klaus Meine stated about the progress of the recording sessions for the new disc (see video below...
KISS, CHEAP TRICK, FOO FIGHTERS Members, Others Send Get-Well Messages To SEBASTIAN BACH’s Guitarist BRENT WOODS
Sebastian Bach‘s wife Suzanne has created a video for his guitarist Brent Woods, who was recently diagnosed with a rare type of leukemia called hairy cell leukemia (HCL). The 46-minute clip, which can be seen below, includes messages of support from a number of well-known hard rock and heavy metal musicians, including members of KISS, CHEAP TRICK, FOO FIGHTERS, SLIPKNOT, JANE’S ADDICTION, STEEL PANTHER and THE DEAD DAISIES. In a statement accompanying the YouTube release of the video, Sebastian wrote: “It’s rare in the music industry when you find a Musician whose sound is so unique that it is virtually irreplaceable. My guitar player & Great friend Brent Woods is more than those things to us. Brent is a family member. As unique as his guitar sound and sense of ...
Watch Ex-KILLSWITCH ENGAGE Frontman HOWARD JONES Sing Stunning Rendition Of LYNYRD SKYNYRD’s ‘Simple Man’
Former KILLSWITCH ENGAGE and current LIGHT THE TORCH singer Howard Jones performed a cover version of LYNYRD SKYNYRD‘s “Simple Man” for a recent episode of “The Oyster” podcast. Video footage of his rendition can be seen below. Jones left KILLSWITCH ENGAGE in 2012 and battled manic depression and bipolar disorder before forming a new project, DEVIL YOU KNOW, with guitarist Francesco Artusato (ALL SHALL PERISH) and drummer John Sankey (DEVOLVED). Along with bassist Ryan Wombacher (BLEEDING THROUGH), they recorded and toured behind two well-received albums, 2014’s “The Beauty Of Destruction” and 2015’s “They Bleed Red”. In 2017, the band changed its name to LIGHT THE TORCH following a bitter dispute with Sankey, a part owner o...
Cardi B Reacts to Teyana Taylor’s Music Retirement Announcement: ‘I Hate That She Feels How She Feels’
In her response, Cardi praised the R&B singer-songwriter’s 2020 release, The Album, and shared some sympathetic words. “If you know me then you know Teyana Taylor’s album it’s my favorite of 2020. I swear she really got the best album this year,” the rapper tweeted. “I hate that she feels how she feels cause she sooo talented and the music is soo good.” Since her debut in 2014, Taylor has released three albums and one EP, the most recent being 2020’s The Album. The set debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top R&B Albums chart in early July. The multi-hyphenate has also worked as a choreographer, actress, model, fitness guru and shoe designer. Following the 2021 Grammy nominations in late November, Taylor expressed frustration after The Album was...
Camila Cabello & Shawn Mendes Release Surprise ‘The Christmas Song’ Duet
The singer added that streams will “support those in need right now,” and said that she and Mendes are donating $100,000 to Feeding America. “We love you all so much and hope you get to enjoy this song over a very safe and merry holiday!” said Cabello. “It would make our holidays if you went on their website and donated to one of their sectors and help out your community! They have sectors all over the nation. Let’s make our little corner of the world more beautiful today.” “The Christmas Song” is featured on the holiday deluxe edition of Mendes’ new album, Wonder. Listen to their take on the cozy Christmas ballad below. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It be...
Jeremih Released From Hospital Following Battle With COVID-19
News of of the 33-year-old R&B singer’s struggle with coronavirus was first made public on social media in mid-November by fellow artists like Chance the Rapper and 50 Cent. “Please if you can take a second to pray for my friend Jeremih, he is like a brother to me and he’s ill right now,” Chance tweeted. 50 Cent added on Instagram, “pray for my boy Jeremih he’s not doing good this covid s— is real.” In late November, Jeremih was transferred out of ICU after reportedly being on a ventilator while battling the novel coronavirus. At the time, a representative for his family told CNN that the virus had “viciously attacked his body” and reminded others that “COVID-19 is real and not to be taken lightly.” The pandemic, whi...
Dionne Warwick Asks Chance the Rapper a Pointed Question
“I am now Dionne the Singer,” Warwick announced in her next tweet. Chance, apparently awestruck by the unexpected mention (and the revelation that “Holy” is one of Warwick’s “favorite songs right now”), took a moment to respond. “Sorry I’m still freaking out that u know who I am,” he wrote back. “This is amazing!” “I will be whatever you wanna call me Ms Warwick. God bless you,” he said, politely. “Of course I know you. You’re THE rapper. Let’s rap together. I’ll message you,” suggested Warwick, who wasn’t done having fun on Twitter just yet. She set her sights on teasing someone else: “The Weeknd is next. Why? It’s not even spelled correctly?” “If you have “The” in your name i...
Jeremih Released From Hospital After Scary Battle With COVID-19
After a harrowing few weeks hooked up to a ventilator in the ICU, Jeremih is back home. The singer revealed the good news in a statement to TMZ on Saturday morning. “First and foremost, I would like to thank God and the incredible team of doctors and nurses at Northwestern Memorial Hospital for saving my life. I will be forever grateful. I would also like to thank my family and friends for all their prayers and well wishes. I’m overwhelmed with gratitude,” he said. “A special thanks to Chance The Rapper, 50 Cent and Diddy for their love and support.” The 33-year-old’s friends and colleagues broke the news when he was first admitted to the hospital with COVID-19, asking fans to send prayers and well wishes as Jeremih fought for his life. “I would like to thank all my fans and peop...
Phiso’s “Dot Code” is Pure Chaos
The not-so-unsung hero of dubstep, Phiso has the attention of just about every major producer and bass-head in the world (and comedian Gilbert Gottfried). With his Never Say Die: Black Label release, “Close Combat,” and a rip-roaring remix of PhaseOne and Subtronics‘ “Demon Hunter,” Phiso has been on quite a tear recently. Now, the young producer has set the bar even higher with his latest release, “Dot Code.” The new single is both a tribute to classic gaming and a heavy-as-hell dubstep anthem. Phiso, as expected, holds nothing back in terms of sound design and raw, gritty percussive elements. The eeriness of the breakdown reflects the theme of the monumental advancements in modern technology, while closely examining the necessity of it ...
This New App Could Prove to be a Global Solution for Clubbing Safely in 2021
There’s a new app that could potentially pave the way to partying safely in the pandemic era. Announced at the annual International Nightlife Congress meeting in Valencia, Spain, Liberty Pass validates whether a user has produced a negative COVID-19 test within a 72-hour period, allowing the user to access bars and clubs accordingly. The app aggregates official medical information and produces a QR code with a green check mark if the individual has successfully tested negative. When a vaccine becomes available, those who receive it will also be permitted to attend events for the entire period of time the vaccine is considered valid. Liberty Pass (via DJ Mag) It’s important to acknowledge that, in theory, an attendee could become infected with COVID-19 during the 72-hour p...
A United Tribe: How Tony Hsieh’s Relationship With EDM Influenced the Late Zappos Visionary
Tony Hsieh was a visionary whose connection to dance music uniquely shaped many of his guiding principles in the business world. Hsieh tragically died last week at the age of 46 due to health complications following injuries sustained in a house fire. While the revered entrepreneur and former CEO of Zappos is no longer with us, his memory lives on among family and co-workers who remember him fondly for his kindness and strength in fostering community. As a tech executive, Hsieh placed emphasis on the creation of a synergistic culture, which was a pillar of his business strategy. In a July 2015 interview with Quartz, he explained that his foundational principles in this area were developed through his relationship with electronic dance music. Hsieh, who lived in Las Vegas and...
Saint Punk Flips Ookay and Cesqeaux’s “The Pit” Into a Grunge House Banger
Grunge house innovator Saint Punk has been steadily cultivating his craft as of late. With releases such as “Light ‘Em Up” and his Brohug collaboration “Brake,” the rock band frontman-turned producer has made waves among the bass house community. Now, he has made his debut on Ookay‘s The Woodwerk imprint with a fresh take on the label boss’ collaboration with Cesqeaux, “The Pit.” Who says you can’t mosh to house music? Saint Punk retains the raw energy of the original dubstep production while adding a shuffling jackin’ house groove. Grinding bass, trap horns, and a screeching, sliding synth lead complete the package to make Saint Punk’s remix of “The Pit” a bona fide dancefloor weapon. The remix is the...
