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Record Store Day 2022: Taylor Swift, David Bowie, Nick Cave, and More
Record Store Day 2022 takes place on Saturday, April 23, and this year’s list of titles has been released. Among the artists with exclusive offerings is Record Store Day global ambassador Taylor Swift, who is releasing a 7″ of “The Lakes.” Other notable releases include David Bowie’s Brilliant Adventure and Toy EPs; a new reissue of Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds’ Live Seeds; a picture disc of Kacey Musgraves’ Star-Crossed; an orange LP of St. Vincent’s The Nowhere Inn; a CD release of Lil Wayne’s Sorry 4 the Wait; a vinyl release of Chief Keef’s Sorry 4 the Weight (Deluxe Edition); and more. Find the full list here. Record Store Day returns to a one-day affair after pivoting to varied RSD Drops dates for 2020 and 2021. There will still be an RSD Drops day this year (on June 18) “for ...
Sherelle Shares Remix of Lone’s Song “Visited by Astronauts”: Listen
Sherelle has shared her contribution to Lone’s upcoming remix record Natural Aerials, a rework of select tracks from his 2021 album Always Inside Your Head. The song is titled “Visited by Astronauts (Sherelle Had a Groove Remix).” It marks the first time Sherelle has publicly released a remix. Check it out below. In a statement, Sherelle said she wanted to give Lone’s song “a space age, footwork jungle twist.” She continued: “It’s a pleasure and honor to remix for Lone, as being a longtime fan, it’s beautiful to be able to collaborate. I really wanted my first remix to be special and also for someone who I hugely admire, so Matt [Cutler aka Lone] asking me to be involved in this process was truly magical!” Last year, Sherelle released her debut EP 160 Down the A406 and a special mix for Fa...
Mötley Crüe, Def Leppard, Joan Jett, and Poison Announce Rescheduled Tour Dates
This spring, Mötley Crüe and Def Leppard will finally embark on the stadium tour that they announced in 2019, joined by original support acts Joan Jett & the Blackhearts and Poison. Check out the dates below. “On behalf of the band, we’re beyond thrilled that the stadium tour is finally happening this summer,” Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott said in a statement, via Rolling Stone. “It’s been a while coming and we can’t wait to get back on stage again and we can’t wait to see you in one of the many stadiums soon!” Mötley Crüe said, “It’s on! We don’t think we’ve ever looked forward more to kicking off a tour than this one. We can’t wait to finally see all the fans across North America again. Get ready for a wild ride this summer!” The year the tour was first announced, Def Leppard were ...
‘Rock & Roll High School With Pete Ganbarg’ Podcast Returns for Season 2: Exclusive
Several years ago, Atlantic Records president of A&R Pete Ganbarg noticed one of his young staffers proudly sporting a Velvet Underground T-shirt. But when Ganbarg asked his employee to name a member or a song by the pioneering New York group, he couldn’t. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Ganbarg quickly gathered some of the other young staffers and held an impromptu pop quiz: Who were the brothers in The Kinks? Who was the original lead singer of Van Halen? None could answer. Right then, Ganbarg, who has a college degree in teaching, knew he had some educating to do. He began teaching a class about the history of rock and roll to anyone at Atlantic who was interested. The class quickly swelled to around 50 attendees. When he randomly r...
Migos’ Quavo a Playable Character in ‘NBA 2k22’: ‘Whatchu Waiting On?’
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to sink a deep three as a member of the Migos, your time is now. The Migos’ Quavo announced on Wednesday (Feb. 16) that he is a playable character in the NBA 2K22 game, and that all fans have to do to have access to Huncho’s digital avatar is unlock the right MyTEAM player card. Explore Explore Quavo See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “I Am Officially A Playable Character In @nba2k The First Left Handed Sniper Play As The Huncho Now!!” Quavo wrote in an Instagram post that featured footage of his glasses-wearing digital version, which rocks a No. 91 Atlanta Hawks jersey. “Let’s get It @ronnie2k why are u one point away from being rated the same as me! Who Rated Me??” In the 17-second preview, 1s and 0s Qu...
2022 Beale Street Music Festival Adds Weezer, Spoon, Death Cab For Cutie & More
The 2022 Beale Street Music Festival announced a number of additions to the lineup for its first edition in nearly three years. Among the names added to the roster of the three-day event that will set up at the Memphis Fairgrounds from April 29-May 1 include: Weezer, Counting Crows, Sarah McLachlan and Van Morrison. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The 44th edition of the event also tacked on sets from Death Cab For Cutie, Grace Potter, Spoon, Goose, Kurt Vile & the Violators, Stone Temple Pilots, Indigo Girls and JJ Grey & Mofro. They all join the previously announced acts that include the Foo Fighters, Lil Wayne, Smashing Pumpkins, Modest Mouse, Lindsey Buckingham, Three 6 Mafia, Moneybagg Yo, DaBaby, Chevelle, Dirty Honey, NLE Choppa,...
Cincinnati Music Festival Announces Return With Janet Jackson, Charlie Wilson, Anthony Hamilton & More
After canceling two editions due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the beloved Cincinnati Music Festival is planning a major comeback this summer with a stacked lineup that dropped on Wednesday (Feb. 16). The July 21-23 event that balances R&B from the past, present and future will be top-lined by BJ the Chicago Kid on its opening night, followed by Charlie Wilson and Anthony Hamilton on night two and Janet Jackson and the O’Jays on the final evening. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The fest will once again take place at Paul Brown Stadium — home of this year’s Super Bowl LVI competitors the Cincinnati Bengals — with a new venue added into the mix for the Thursday night kick-off party with BJ (and an artist to be announced soon): the new And...
Kabza De Small ft Msaki – Ithemba Lami
Check out this brand new single Kabza De Small titled “Ithemba Lami”. South African disc jockey, Kabza De Small drops a brand new single he calls ” Ithemba Lami” alongside Msaki. The new record “Ithemba Lami” serves as his second single together with Msaki shortly after the release of the song Mntakababa. “Ithemba Lami” is a fantastic and nice soothing melody for your listening pleasure. Listen and share Kabza De Small ft Msaki – “Ithemba Lami” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Kabza_De_Small_-_Ithemba_Lami_ft_Msaki__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Blaqbonez – Commander
Check out this brand new song from Blaqbonez titled – Commander. Nigerian singer Blaqbonez drops a banging new tune he calls “Commander“, it comes few days after a successful thrilled and sold-out crusade captioned “Breaking The Yoke Of Love“. Blaqbonez with excitement and joy kick off the year with his first single “Commander” dedicated to his beloved fans and supporters. “Commander” is a fantastic tune for your listening pleasure and a follow-up to a featured song titled “Pant On Fire“. Listen and share Blaqbonez – “Commander” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Blaqbonez_-_Commander_NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
THE WINERY DOGS’ Third Album Likely Won’t Be Released Before 2023
During an appearance last Friday (February 11) on SiriusXM‘s “Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk”, guitarist/vocalist Richie Kotzen spoke about the progress of the recording sessions for the third album from THE WINERY DOGS, his power trio with legendary bassist Billy Sheehan (MR. BIG, TALAS, DAVID LEE ROTH) and drummer Mike Portnoy (DREAM THEATER, AVENGED SEVENFOLD). He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “All my lead vocals are done. All my guitars are done. The only thing that I didn’t do is some of the record-making things — like sometimes you might wanna double a certain guitar line or Mike has to do some percussion stuff. And then Billy and Mike need to put their singing on there. But other than that, my lead vocals are done and my guitars are done, so...
New VIXEN Bassist JULIA LAGE: ‘It’s An Honor For Me To Join’ The Band
A week ago, longtime VIXEN bassist Share Ross announced that she was “taking a hiatus” from the band. Her replacement is Julia Lage, formerly of the Latin Grammy-nominated Brazilian rock group BARRA DE SAIA and wife of Richie Kotzen. During an appearance last Friday (February 11), on SiriusXM‘s “Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk”, Julia spoke about how she ended up hooking up with VIXEN, saying: “Share is taking a hiatus. She wants to do her thing [and focus on her real estate career]. She’s kicking ass. She’s gonna be writing and playing forever — I mean, she’s a badass artist and bass player, singer, everything, songwriter. So I got the invitation, and I’m, like, ‘Yeah, of course I’m gonna join. Of course.'” Asked ...
DREAM THEATER’s JAMES LABRIE Explains How He Earned ‘Pirate’ Nickname
In a new interview with Alicia Atout, DREAM THEATER singer James LaBrie explained the origins of the nickname “Pirate,” which was given to him by one of his bandmates. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “I have a proclivity of being somewhat… I guess I can be moody at times, but normally I’m usually straight and even and a real nice guy. But there’s this tendency of me, depending on what’s going on on the road, and it’s usually if I’m not feeling well — like anybody — I can get moody. So Jordan Rudess, our esteemed keyboard player… One day I was in one of those moods, just, like, ‘Hey, just leave me alone. I’m dealing with stuff. I’ve got a really wicked cold,’ and whatever; that whole singer syndrome bullsh...
