2016 Aint Over Yet- RIP Soul/Pop Legend George Michael
In another cruel unexpected loss of 2016, yet another musical icon and one of the most unique and distinguished voices, George Michael, has passed away. Ironically he died on Christmas Day due to suspected heart failure, but it was Wham’s take on “Last Christmas” that became a holiday favorite. Michael – who was born Georgios Kyriacos […]
Make The Most Of Your Downtime With Our Holiday Streaming Guide
A helpful breakdown of what to stream while you get some much-needed downtime this holiday season
Strong Performances Rocket ‘Fences’ to Amazing Heights (FILM REVIEW)
Denzel Washington and Viola Davis shine in the film adaptation of August Wilson’s play.
Happy 52nd Birthday Eddie Vedder (Watch “Footsteps” Live ’99)
15 Essential Album Reissues of 2016
If there is a theme linking most of these picks, it’s that they offer us something we probably have not heard before. Or, in the case of acts like The Beach Boys and Otis Redding, they provide die-hards a treasure trove of previously unheard renditions. Obviously, the material in reissues has already been recorded, which […]
Kings of Chaos: Billy Gibbons, Chester Bennington, Robin Zander, Billy Duffy & More Visit Boston (PHOTOS)
The ever changing super group Kings of Chaos visited Boston on 12/20 for a show at the House of Blues. This rock centric lineup featured Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, Robin Zander of Cheap Trick and Chester Bennington of Linkin Park on vocals. Billy Duffy of The Cult and Steve Stevens were the lead guitarists as Robert […]
14 Years Ago Today – Joe Strummer of The Clash Dies at 50 (Watch “Clampdown” Live)
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard Shares “Nuclear Fusion” Off Upcoming LP- Five Studio LPs Due in 2017
Melbourne’s King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard has released “Nuclear Fusion”, the second track to be revealed from their upcoming album Flying Microtonal Banana. The band’s first LP of 2017, Flying Microtonal Banana will be released on February 24th. The Melbourne-based band plans to release five studio albums in 2017, an ambitious feat as each record will be its own unique sonic […]
SONG PREMIERE: Blackie And the Rodeo Kings Joined By Fantastic Negrito On “Bitter and Low”
Canadian outfit Blackie and the Rodeo Kings have never been short on giving us real-deal lyricism and prime licks. The trio of Colin Linden, Stephen Fearing and Tom Wilson have, after all, managed to conjure up some of the truest Americana in their twenty-year history. There are many things we should all be afraid of […]
The Struts Deliver Retro Glam Flavors at Philadelphia’s TLA (PHOTOS)
The Struts performed at the TLA in Philadelphia for a sold out show on Friday 12/16. Whether it’s opening for the likes of The Rolling Stones or Motley Crue, playing festivals or headlining their own shows, they have garnered fans of all ages along the way. The band’s high energy set was highlighted by the […]