Category: Music
Which of these “Big 4” bands is the better thrash band – Anthrax or Megadeth? That’s the question at the center of this week’s Chuck’s Fight Club on the Loudwire Nights radio show. Anthrax represent the East Coast faction of thrash’s “Big 4” of the ’80s. The group was founded …
Charlotte “Bowie” Drozd, daughter of The Flaming Lips member Steven Drozd, has been reported missing in Seattle, Washington. According to missing person’s poster shared on the band’s official account, the 16-year-old was last seen at the Seattle Space Needle on Saturday (October 5th) around 11:30 a.m. local time She is …
On Friday night (October 4), R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe and Jason Isbell played a Pittsburgh rally in support of Democrats Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. After being introduced by the vice president’s husband, Doug Emhoff, they played R.E.M.’s “The One I Love” and “Driver 8” and Isbell’s “Traveling Alone” and …
Sabrina Carpenter shared Taylor Swift‘s massive stage before embarking on her own fall arena tour. The Short n’ Sweet singer is now sharing what it’s like to be in the pop idol’s presence, and to have her support, in a new interview with CBS This Morning. “You just watch her, …
Former R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe gave a rare live performance last night (Oct. 4) in tandem with Jason Isbell as part of a Get Out the Vote event for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris. The four-song set at Schenley Plaza in Pittsburgh was introduced by Harris’ husband Doug Emhoff, who …
It’s spooky season — and that means the resurrection of Spirit Halloween stores all across the nation. Although the annual Halloween store is often the butt of jokes regarding store closings — Spirit Halloween stores typically pop up in the defunct retail locations of other shops that have since shuttered — …
Dolly Parton has spearheaded a massive donation to Hurricane Helene relief efforts, teaming up with Walmart to donate more than $5 million dollars to various charity organizations. The country singer herself is personally donating $1 million, while her various business ventures, including Dollywood Parks & Resorts, Dolly Parton’s Stampede and …
Zach Bryan won’t be in the running for any awards at the 2025 Grammys after choosing not to submit his music for consideration, Variety reports. The country musician reportedly withheld his work because “he does not feel comfortable with awards shows making music competitive.” Voting for the 2025 Grammy Awards …
Could there be anything more on-brand than Tim Walz losing it over Bruce Springsteen‘s endorsement of Kamala Harris for President? The Minnesota Governor who is running as current Democratic V.P. Harris’ running mate had a typically enthusiastic, joyful response to the full-throated stamp of approval from The Boss in a …
Bruce Springsteen has endorsed the Democratic presidential ticket of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz and has slammed Donald Trump as “the most dangerous candidate for president in my lifetime.” The Boss has been a longtime supporter of Democratic presidential candidates and has performed at events for Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama …
Coal Chamber will not be making their scheduled appearance at the 2024 Aftershock Festival this month. In a newly released statement, singer Dez Fafara confirmed that he’s currently waiting on scan and test results related to his recent health issues and has been ordered by doctors to sit out the …
Crate Digging is our recurring feature series that takes a deep dive into music history to turn up several albums all music fans should know. In this edition, comedian and musician Tim Heidecker makes his picks for the best concept albums of all time. Tim Heidecker, when given the opportunity …
Phil Elverum has shared another new song from Night Palace, his first new Mount Eerie solo album in six years. “I Saw Another Bird” is the third single he’s shared from the record, following “I Walk” and “Broom of Wind.” Give it a listen below. “Behind the dry smirk of …
Kate McKinnon got to live the 90s dream! The Saturday Night Live comedian came face-to-face with Hanson on Today Monday morning (Sept. 30), where she’s seen nervously greeting the sibling trio. When asked what it is about the “MMMBop” group she loves so much, she noted that she loves their …
While making her headlining debut last night (Sept. 29) at New York’s Madison Square Garden, Sabrina Carpenter acknowledged the ongoing controversy involving her 2023 video for “Feather” and its speculative role in mayor Eric Adams having just been indicted on federal bribery and campaign finance charges. For context, the gory, …
Which is the better era of Metallica – the old school early years or the more recent new school output of recent years? That’s the battle this week in Chuck’s Fight Club on Loudwire Nights. With Metallica extending their M72 tour into 2025, that will give fans plenty of opportunities …
Kris Kristofferson has died at the age of 88. The Country Music Hall of Fame singer-songwriter and Golden Globe-winning actor passed away “peacefully in his home in Maui, Hawaii on Saturday, September 28th, surrounded by family,” according to a spokesperson. “We’re all so blessed for our time with him. Thank …
Outlaw country musician and Hollywood actor Kris Kristofferson died on Saturday, September 28, at his home in Maui, Hawaii. The news was announced in a press release from Essential Broadcast Media. A cause of death was not provided, just that he was surrounded by family. Kristofferson was 88 years old. …
While Chappell Roan has been very serious about her pleas to fans to respect her personal space, Saturday Night Live found a way to make light of the situation on this weekend’s season 50 premiere by likening the red-hot pop star to Moo Deng, the 2-month-old pygmy hippo living at …
There aren’t many original songs Pearl Jam hasn’t ever performed live throughout their 34-year career, but one of them was scratched off the list last night (Sept. 27) at Eddie Vedder’s Ohana Festival when the group debuted the 1999 compilation track “The Whale Song.” Later featured on the 2003 rarities …
Sammy Hagar’s poolside paradise at the Palms in Las Vegas is as cool and unique as the Red Rocker himself. Branded as Sammy’s Island, the expansive pool area spans 73,000 square feet. A vibrant palette of blues and yellows emanate warm island vibes, accentuated by lush green palm trees. A …
Batman villains Bane and Deathstroke will appear together in a new movie at the James Gunn and Peter Safran-led DC Studios, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The script is being developed by Matthew Orton, whose upcoming work includes Marvel’s Captain America: Brave New World. No director is attached to the project. Introduced …
Back in July, Josh Klinghoffer, the former guitarist of Red Hot Chili Peppers, was sued for wrongful death and negligence for allegedly running over and killing a pedestrian in Alhambra, California. The lawsuit was filed by the family of Israel Sanchez, the 47-year-old man who was struck by the musician’s …
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Make room on the bookshelf, Tabitha Brown is releasing her very first children’s book. On Thursday …
After a series of cryptic teasers, the Cure have released “Alone,” the lead single from their first new album since 2008, Songs of a Lost World. The LP will be released Nov. 1 through Capitol Records. “Alone” is one of several songs debuted during the Robert Smith-led band’s 2022-23 tour, …
After recently playing shows with Tommy Vext subbing in for singer Marcos Leal, Ill Nino have now confirmed their split with the vocalist. In announcing Leal’s exit, the band did not confirm who would take over the vocalist vacancy. What Ill Nino Said About Their Split With Marcos Leal In …
In the latest episode of Chappell Roan’s struggle against the double-edged sword of fame, she has issued a new statement via TikTok clarifying recent comments about the 2024 presidential election that have gone viral. Pushing back against an overly-simple narrative that she’s withholding an endorsement of Kamala Harris solely because …
In January, Ice Spice was sued by two musicians—Duval “D.Chamberz” Chamberlain and Kenley “Kass the Producer” Carmenate—who claimed that her Like..? EP hit “In Ha Mood” copied their original single “In That Mood,” which the two released on D.Chamberz’s Boom Bap 2 Drill Rap in July 2022. The lawsuit also …
If you haven’t gotten on Katy Perry‘s love train yet you’re in luck because now there’s more ways to say it with your heart. The singer announced an expanded version of her new 143 album on Monday night (Sept. 23), 143: I Love You More. The expanded digital take on …
“Weird Al” Yankovic will visit some of the largest venues of his career, including New York’s Madison Square Garden and Los Angeles’ Kia Forum, on the Bigger and Weirder 2025 tour, which begins June 13 with the first of five shows at the Venetian in Las Vegas. The outing follows …
