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French consumer group sues Apple, Sony

A French consumer group has initiated legal proceedings against Apple and Sony, claiming their online music sites violate European anti-trust legislation. We’ve seen this kind of silliness before. Like California resident Thomas Slattery, who filed a similar complaint against Apple in January, Paris-based UFC-Que Choisir claims that Apple’s iTunes Music Store and Sony’s Connect service are anti-competitive because they only work with the companies’ own music players. This is, of course, nonsense. In Apple’s case songs can be downloaded and played on any Windows PC – a kind of machine the company does not itself produce. Sony Connect songs can… Read more »

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Eminem Sued Over Use of French Tune

Eminem is being sued by a french composer who claims the popular rap star stole some of his music. The 67-year-old composer Jacques Loussier has accused Eminem of stealing parts of his jazz fusion work for the song “Kill You.” The suit seeks unspecified damages and was filed this past week in New York. It accuses Eminem and Interscope Records of swiping parts of his work for the “The Marshall Mathers LP” album. The song talks about killing women. Among the lines in the song is the lyric: “I’m ready to play, I got the machete from O.J.” Loussier is… Read more »

DNA Interviews #77: JB Le Bail of Igorrr

This week on DNA Interviews: The Metal DNA Podcast, Shawn is joined by Vocalist of Igorrr JB Le Bail to chat about the brilliance of Nine Inch Nails, french electronic music, and their rad new album Amen! Catch Metal DNA live Saturdays @ 8pmEST on idobi Howl! Follow Metal DNA on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram! Subscribe/Follow on iTunes & Spotify

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Ozzy Osbourne Made YUNGBLUD This Food When They First Met

After appearing onstage with YUNGBLUD in Salt Lake City, Steve-O of Jackass fame released a special Wild Ride! podcast episode with the Idols artist on September 4. During their chat, YUNGBLUD shared tales of how he first met Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne and the advice he received from the “Crazy Train” singer. When longtime friend Kelly Osbourne couldn’t make it to YUNGBLUD’s “The Funeral” music video shoot, she sent in her parents and the rest is history. “Ozzy, for me, my whole life, has been my north star because I’ve just been mental and crazy and fucking out there. And… Read more »

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Millionares’ Melissa Marie Features On New Track “Mall Ratz”

The days of the Myspace scene queen are far from over. So, grab your fingerless gloves, pull up your skinny jeans, and tease that side part up because a new iPod Nano-worthy song is here. In fact, OG star Melissa Marie of Millionaires fame just featured on new track “Mall Ratz” with rising scene act Cokettish, aka duo Nitrah Neon and Korra Rain. “$till $cene, $till the QUEEN,” Melissa Marie says on Instagram, “such a f*cking fun collab with 2 AMAZING people that have supported me since day 1!” Check out the absolute scene banger below. It just might convince… Read more »

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Zac Farro to Lorna Shore: 9 New Songs That’ll Kick Your Weekend Into High Gear

No matter if you’re indie-obsessed or a head-banging heavy metal lover, this week had no shortage of dazzling new single drops and album releases. From Zac Farro‘s new solo single “My My” and Daisy The Great‘s “Dog,” all the way to Fit For A King‘s “Begin The Sacrifice,” there’s something new for each and every alternative music fan to spin ASAP. Looking for even more new music? idobi Radio is the soundtrack of your summer. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s totally, 100%, always free? Dead Eyes — “Relapse” Following… Read more »

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Ranking Paramore Songs

If you’re a scene kid, there’s no way you didn’t have a Paramore phase… or perhaps you’re still in it. (No judgment because same here.) From the band’s initial LP release All We Know Is Falling in 2005 to their most recent This Is Why album, the Hayley Williams-fronted group has transcended genre, infusing each song with relatable lyrics that have stood the test of time. Not to mention, Williams has become an idol for many young women who love the rock genre or are currently in the primarily male-dominated music space. With that being said, here is the best… Read more »

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Gojira Makes Metal History At 67th Grammy Awards

During the 67th Grammy Awards ceremony, history was made on and off the official February 2 evening broadcast. Of course, Beyonce notably won Album Of The Year with Cowboy Carter and also became the first Black performer to win Best Country Album at the show. Plus, Doechii became the third woman ever to win Best Rap Album. Alongside these mainstream artist wins, the alternative community was eager to see which of their faves would take home a Grammy. Notably, Knocked Loose and Poppy‘s track “Suffocate” and Spiritbox‘s “Cellar Door” were nominated for Best Metal Performance. (And it’s clear many mainstream… Read more »

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LANDMVRKS Drops “A Line In The Dust” With While She Sleeps’ Mat Welsh

LANDMVRKS are moving forward on their lyrical and cinematic journey with the arrival of their single and music video for “A Line In The Dust” featuring While She Sleeps‘ Mat Welsh. The track is preceded by 2024’s “Creature,” “Sulfur,” and “Sombre 16.” In December 2024, the French metalcore outfit shared that these tracks are set to appear on ther forthcoming 11-song LP The Darkest Place I’ve Ever Been, which arrives on April 25. Secure your pre-orders here. LANDMVRKS took to Instagram to share, “This song continues to develop the story of the creature, who, in a moment of self-awareness, finds… Read more »

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Japanese Breakfast Releases “Orlando In Love” Video

On the heels of the release of “Orlando In Love” last week, their first new single off the highly anticipated album For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women)—slated for a March 21 release, Japanese Breakfast has unveiled the track’s official music video. Frontwoman Michelle Zauner (formerly of the emo outfit Little Big League) shares, “‘Orlando in Love’ is made up of a hodgepodge of odd references. The title comes from an epic poem by Matteo Maria Boiardo called Orlando Innamorato, which ends abruptly at 68.5 cantos because Italy was invaded by French troops, and that’s as far as he got before… Read more »