Green Day‘s music has always been rooted in politics. Take any of their singles as an example of this, especially when it comes to the likes of “Holiday” and “21 Guns,” which tackle the overall themes of war and American imperialism. In a recent Guardian interview, Green Day had the chance to expand upon the current political issues that are at the forefront of their minds and their music. With the release of their single “The American Dream Is Killing Me,” Billie Joe Armstrong sings, “The American Dream is killing me/When it’s all double-talk of conspiracy.” Conspiracy theories are actually… Read more »
Following the massive success of pop sensation Maggie Lindemann‘s debut studio album, SUCKERPUNCH, which she launched in September 2022, Lindemann is closing out her debut era. In finalizing this chapter of her career, Lindemann has issued SUCKERPUNCH (Deluxe) edition and a worldwide concert film documenting the journey of her first full-length album release. The upgraded deluxe edition of her album features the 15 original tracks and 5 new tracks of her live recordings at her sold-out show at Irving Plaza in New York City. Check out the full tracklisting and listen to Lindemann’s SUCKERPUNCH (Deluxe) below. SUCKERPUNCH (Deluxe) Tracklisting: 1. … Read more »
Green Day has never been the type to hold back—and they’re certainly not starting now with the release of their deeply personal new single and accompanying video for “Dilemma.” The new release marks the third preview of the trio’s forthcoming 14th studio album, Saviors, set to arrive on January 19, 2024. The unfiltered track opens with gentle guitar strums, setting the stage for frontman Billie Joe Armstrong‘s croons, “Welcome to my problems/It’s not an invitation/This is my dilemma/And it’s my obsession.” The song then explodes with full force, unleashing a powerhouse of electric guitar riffs and thunderous drums, amplifying Armstrong’s… Read more »
Following their monumental shows in Las Vegas, NV, earlier this month, which included an intimate show at the Fremont Country Club and back-to-back headline performances at When We Were Young Fest, Green Day has officially announced their upcoming 2024 global stadium tour. “We’ve never been more excited to unleash new music than with Saviors, a record that’s meant to be rocked live, together,” the band shares of their forthcoming tour. “So let’s thrash. We’ve got some amazing friends who are coming along for the ride!” Originally announced at their Fremont Country Club show in Vegas, the tour will kick off… Read more »
Following the release of their gripping new single, “Rescued,” which also serves as the opening track on their forthcoming 11th studio album, But Here We Are, Foo Fighters have teased another new track set to drop this week. The track’s teaser, set to drop on May 17 according to the band’s social media post, features a clip of vocalist Dave Grohl’s isolated vocals. The clip hears the iconic vocalist singing, “I woke up and walked a mile millions today/I’ve been looking up and down for you/All this time it still feels just like yesterday/That I walked a million miles with… Read more »
Foo Fighters have announced six additional dates to their upcoming US headline tour kicking off this May. The new dates will take place in August, September, and October in Spokane, WA, Salt Lake City, UT, Lake Tahoe, NV, Virginia Beach, VA, Phoenix, AZ, and El Paso, TX. The Breeders are set to open during the Washington, Utah, Nevada and Virginia shows. Tickets go on sale this Friday, April 14 at 10AM local time. Foo Fighters held two tribute concerts to honor Taylor Hawkins following his death in March of 2022. Their first scheduled performance as a band since his passing will… Read more »
Today, rock legends, Incubus, surprised fans with a massive 29-date US summer tour announcement alongside Badflower and Paris Jackson. The news comes just a few weeks after the band announced a string of UK tour dates that will kick off on June 1 in Berlin, Germany. Following their summer tour dates in the UK and US, Incubus will also be performing at Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, CA on Oct. 5 and headlining a special performance on Oct. 6 at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles with Action Bronson and Paris Jackson. All tickets will be available this Friday, April 7… Read more »
311 is gearing up for their own cruise on March 10-15, 2027, kicking off in Miami and working its way through Ocho Rios, Jamaica, as well as Grand Cayman. The group has officially unveiled the full artist lineup, including a dazzling array of bands, solo artists, and comedians. Attendees can see 311, The Pharcyde, Little Stranger, Ballyhoo!, Bumpin Uglies, The Skints, RDGLDGRN, Jeff Rosenstock, Los Stellarians ft. S.A. Martinez, Water Tower, The Ries Brothers, Bikini Trill, Sitting on Saturn, P-Funk North, PetRock, Two Player, The Unity Allstars, and Anastasia Lynn. Plus, catch DJ sets from DJ Soulman, the Shut Up and Dance Headphone… Read more »
It’s time to turn the calendar to July, and it’s not just the perfect time to get your BBQ on…it’s also time to celebrate some of your fave musician birthdays. These Cancer and Leo babies have made some of the most iconic modern rock, pop-punk, and indie tracks, and for that they deserve the best birthdays ever. From The Pretty Reckless‘ leader, Taylor Momsen, to Ray Toro of My Chemical Romance, here are some birthdays to mark in your cals this month. Geoff Wigington — July 2 We feel like “Lucky People” because we get to live in the same world as… Read more »
Sublime stopped by the brand new idobi Studios in Santa Monica for a special idobi Session performance, bringing together the band’s next chapter and one of the most recognizable songs in alternative music history. The session features performances of “Can’t Miss You,” the band’s latest fan-favorite single from their new era, and “Until The Sun Explodes,” the title track from Sublime’s forthcoming album. The song has already made a major impact on alternative radio, reaching No. 1 on the Mediabase Alternative radio chart and No. 1 on Billboard Alternative Airplay. The idobi Session captures Sublime at a moment bridging legacy and future. With Jakob… Read more »
