A scene that can have a reputation for a number of short-lived moments and passing trends still manages to have some occasions where they outlive Scaramucci, and here’s a look at the best.
Los Angeles – The 47th Annual Grammys on Sunday were long on tributes and short on controversy thanks to a self-censored performance by punk trio Green Day and Sheryl Crow ‘s peek-a-boo yellow gown, which covered just enough. The Grammys were carried live on CBS, the same network that drew fire and regulatory fines following Janet Jackson ‘s now-infamous “wardrobe malfunction” at last year’s Super Bowl. So Green Day’s performance of the group’s title song from its Grammy-winning and politically charged “American Idiot” was a potential flashpoint for controversy. But in a move apparently aimed to beat network censors, lead… Read more »
Los Angeles – Chicago rapper Kanye West, who survived a near-fatal car crash to record a debut album that ranked among the year’s biggest sellers, led the field of Grammy Award contenders with 10 nominations, organizers said on Tuesday. R&B singers Alicia Keys and Usher picked up eight nominations each, followed by late “Genius of Soul” Ray Charles with seven, and punk rock band Green Day with six. Jazz pianist Norah Jones, country veteran Loretta Lynn, funk musician Prince and engineer Al Schmitt each earned five. “If I get any nominations, I’m good,” West told Reuters after a press conference… Read more »
A mohawked Eddie Vedder put the regal Waldorf-Astoria hotel in a punk rock state of mind Monday night when he inducted the Ramones into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Nearing the end of his 17-minute speech, Vedder said, “After this, I’m sure the evening will move quickly, but it’s the Ramones and it’s punk rock and I’m just about finished and I hope you’re OK with that.” The crowd’s response included some jeers and boos. “Apparently you’re not. F– you,” he replied. But overall, the night was filled with special moments – including a Talking Heads induction and… Read more »
Prentiss talks us through his new track “Keys To My Brain”, collaborating with Skrillex and Anthony Green and making his live show feel, “like a kid’s basement”.
The Sound Of Animals Fighting have reunited and announced a string of shows. The band whose last album was released in 2008, features Circa Survive frontman Anthony Green, members of the Rx Bandits, amongst other musicians.
Producer Will Yip is releasing a compilation album featuring artists recorded at Studio 4 including Anthony Green, Title Fight, Circa Survive, Balance and Composure, Man Overboard, and more. Click “Read More” to see the details!
Tonight on The Gunz Show, Anthony Green and The Ready Set will be speaking with Gunz. Christian McKnight of the Bamboozle Festival will be joining the show tonight, giving us the inside scoop on this year’s festival and giving away tickets to every day of the event! Tune in tonight at 9PM ET – only on idobi radio.
The Home Team has a lot to celebrate right now. After kicking off the debut idobi Radio Summer School Tour earlier this week in Cleveland, OH, the four-piece heavy-pop act has officially launched their third studio album, The Crucible Of Life. And as the band has already told us, “Don’t be afraid to gеt loud” over their new 12-track collection. Ahead of the idobi Radio Summer School Tour kickoff, we sat down with The Home Team in Cleveland, OH, as drummer Daniel Matson led the chat about the new album. You can check out a preview of the interview and… Read more »
L.S. Dunes fans based in Europe: Your time to see the modern rock quintet is coming soon. The band recently announced they added a few more club dates in between their large festival appearances at Slam Dunk Festival and Rock Am Ring. “Wanted to play some shows while we’re over in the UK and Europe,” the band wrote on Instagram. “Antwerp, Utrecht, Zurich and Milan we are headed your way.” Additionally, fans will hopefully be able to hear the band’s newest single, “How Dare You,” which was released on Valentine’s Day. The new offering is nearly four minutes of pure… Read more »
