ICYMI, mgk shared a dazzling performance of “Last Christmas” by Wham! on NBC’s A Motown Christmas special. The holiday special took place on December 11, but is now available to stream on Peacock. With hosts Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey, the event celebrated the legacy of Motown with Ashanti, Pentatonix, Jordin Sparks, Gladys Knight, The Temptations, and beyond. Check out mgk‘s holiday cover of “Last Christmas” below. Interestingly, this cover may hold some extra meaning for the singer. Per Us Magazine, mgk and Megan Fox officially split in late November. Though, the news of their breakup took over social media… Read more »
Metalcore mainstay While She Sleeps is hopping across the pond to tour across North America in 2025. The UK-based act announced that they’re performing from coast to coast in April with support from Bury Tomorrow and Vended. The band notes, “We’re excited to be coming back to the USA and bringing a bunch of friends with us. We’ve been touring with Bury Tomorrow since 2010, so it’s going to be special being on the other side of the world together.” They continue, “After sadly having our last USA headline run cut short on the West Coast by the dreaded 2020… Read more »
On November 29, TMZ broke the news of the passing of My Chemical Romance‘s former drummer Bob Bryar. On December 2, the band shared an official statement on Instagram. The band shared, “It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Bob Bryar, our former bandmate and an important part of the history of My Chemical Romance. We send our deepest condolences to his friends and family at this time. May he rest in peace.” Bryar was the group’s longest-standing drummer and served with My Chemical Romance from 2004 to 2010. He performed on The Black Parade, The Black Parade… Read more »
According to a report coming directly from TMZ, Bob Bryar, the former drummer of My Chemical Romance, has passed away at the age of 44. Bryar was the group’s longest-standing drummer and served with MCR from 2004 to 2010. He performed on The Black Parade, The Black Parade Is Dead!, and Conventional Weapons while receiving songwriting credits on Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys. Born on December 31, 1979, in Chicago, Illinois, Bryar initially trained as a jazz drummer and studied at a performing arts high school. Before joining My Chemical Romance, he worked as a sound… Read more »
On November 25, Chicago got an honorary new street: Steve Albini Way. In May, the iconic producer passed at 61 years old. At the corner of Belmont and Rockwell, where his studio Electrical Audio sits, the official street sign was unveiled in front of a crowd with a speech from Kim Deal of The Breeders and Pixies. Check out Deal’s speech about Albini at the reveal of Steve Albini Way below. More on Steve Albini: An iconic figure in the alternative music industry, serving as a musician, producer, audio engineer, and founder/owner of Electrical Audio recording studio in Chicago, IL, Albini was… Read more »
On November 25, mgk, formerly Machine Gun Kelly, took to social media to share that he’s on his way to creating a new album. This will follow up the artist’s 2022 record and sixth studio album Mainstream Sellout. In a Twitter/X post, he noted, “[I]solating myself in the desert next week to restart this album from scratch. [W]hen inspiration flows through me unblocked, we will reach the destination in no time. [D]on’t worry. [A]fter all, I’m about to be a dad again!” ICYMI, mgk’s partner Megan Fox announced the duo’s pregnancy on November 11 to the excitement of fans worldwide.… Read more »
Belgian shoegaze outfit Slow Crush has announced that they’ve officially joined the Pure Noise Records family. They are now roster buddies with the likes of State Champs, Knuckle Puck, Less Than Jake, and more alternative stars. On social media, the act says, “We’re over the moon! Slow Crush signed with Pure Noise Records, home to many legendary bands and excited to begin this journey.” Read more: Field Medic Shares Acoustic Rendition Of Remo Drive’s “Mercy” Slow Crush continues, “Together we’re releasing an alternative remastered version of our debut album ‘Aurora’, printed on holographic cardboard including some limited merch. Preorders go… Read more »
There’s a chill in the air signifying that fall is on its way. This can only mean one thing…it’s Halloween season, baby! And what better way to celebrate the spookiest time of the year than with your favorite witches, ghosts, and vampires? Specifically, it’s time for an annual Twilight rewatch. For fans of Edward and Bella, fabulous news just dropped. According to Netflix’s official Twitter/X account, a new Twilight series is on the way. Their post reads, “Midnight Sun, an animated series adaptation of Stephenie Meyer’s novel and the retelling of Twilight from Edward Cullen’s perspective, is officially in development.”… Read more »
After sharing myriad riveting, cinematic music videos, MOTHICA has officially dropped her new record, Kissing Death, via Heavy Heart Records in partnership with Rise Records and BMG. Preceded by 2020’s Blue Hour and 2022’s Nocturnal, the new record sees MOTHICA at her heaviest and most vulnerable yet. Along with the record, she released her music video for “Another High” featuring moody city and graveyard backdrops. Of the new track and video music video, she shares, “When I stop one habit, I find new vices to indulge in to keep my mind busy. Some are definitely healthier than others. And I always joke… Read more »
On the debut episode of Add To Library, a show where hosts Shawn Kupfer & Brian LaCour bring you deep dives into awesome Heavy Albums both new and old, the guys are discussing Vile Creature’s awesome 2020 album Glory! Glory! Apathy Took Helm! This record was a Juno-Nominated album for Best Heavy Metal Album (which for those unaware is basically Canada’s version of the Grammys!) Follow Add To Library on Facebook & Instagram Tune in live Fridays @ 9pmET for new album breakdowns each and every week!
