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Celebrity Horoscopes and Birthdays for Tuesday, June 21 | Tips
Birthday today (06/21/22). Collaborate for a shared gain this year. Grow with regular exploration, investigation and research. Resolving physical challenges this summer leads to energized fall health and fitness. Imagine…
Steely Dan through his years at Pine Knob – The Oakland Press
The number of musicians per capita on stage was impressive on Saturday evening June 8 at the Pine Knob Music Theatre.
And so was the musicality displayed by Steely Dan and opener Snarky Puppy.
It's no surprise either way, of course. Both…
On the beat: be smart! and The Click to Play Capitol Punishment Reunion Show Saturday | Music
Four bands who played The Drumstick and The Brickyard in the 80s reunite on Saturday for the Capitol Punishment 2022 Reunion Show.Named after the Capitol Punishment Fanzine, which from 1980 to 1984 chronicled Lincoln's…
Lamb of God Releases “Nevermore” Video; ‘Omens’ LP 10/7
Lamb of God Rocks a Semi-Truck in New Video for Pulverizing Single, "Nevermore"; 'Omens' Out 10/7Last week longtime heavy metal outfit lamb of god announced their comeback with news of a new album, omensas well as a North American tour for…
For “Highway to Henryetta” by Troy Aikman, Blake Shelton is joined by his wife Gwen…
HENRYETTA — Five minutes before the start of Blake Shelton's main event set, "Highway to Henryetta" host Troy Aikman welcomed special guests into their special seats. Among those guests were Barry Switzer, who was Aikman's…
Johnny Depp Is Back Making Music, Announces New Joint Album ’18’ With Jeff Beck
Last month, Johnny Depp appeared with Jeff Beck on stage to perform their 2020 collaboration "Isolation." Now the duo are set to release a new album as Johnny emerges from the fierce six-week trial. Well, he got his life back, and the…
Wesley Schultz of the Lumineers finds life better on the “Brightside”
Breadcrumb Links Music "My favorite songs I've ever written are like someone handed them to me secretly in the dark," says songwriter Lumineers singer-guitarist Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites. Photo by…
Bad Religion’s Brian Baker: 10 Albums That Changed My Life
Child guitarist prodigy who had already played on stage with Santana, Brian Baker joined Minor Threat in 1980 at the age of just 15.The Washington DC band already had a guitarist in Lyle Preslar, so the teenager stuck to bass, later…
Jeff Beck Sheffield: Who is Geoffrey Arnold Beck – after his Town Hall gig with Johnny Depp
For rock and roll fans, Jeff Beck needs no introduction. Arguably one of the most naturally gifted guitarists of all time, he is synonymous with classic rock. He's got 15 albums under his belt (17 if you count collaborative efforts), but…
The MotoGP tribute that does a legend a disservice
For a long time, at least, Valentino Rossi's exploits in MotoGP will continue to be hailed. His nine world titles and 115 Grand Prix victories remain the benchmark for which modern culture aspires. Although his final season last year…
Crucial concerts for the week ahead: a Joe Bataan/Grupo Fantasma collaboration, Strand of Oaks,…
Courtesy of Joe Bataan
Grupo Fantasma feat. Joe Batan
Paramount Theatre, Friday the 27th
Nine deep…
Classic rock fans pay more for concert tickets than anyone else
Classic rock fans top the list, but it's a list they probably aren't thrilled to lead.According to a recent study by FinanceBuzzclassic rock is the most expensive genre of music to watch live.The study looked at concert industry data for…
Vangelis, composer and electronic icon of ‘Blade Runner’, dies at 79
Vangelis, the innovative Greek composer whose catalog spans electronic music, progressive rock and major film scores (blade runner, chariots of fire), died at age 79.Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis tweeted (according to an English…
Eurovision Song Contest – Upset, Voting Question + Wolf Bananas
The Eurovision Song Contest 2022 is in the books, with Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra winning the top prize for their song 'Stefania', edging out UK's Sam Ryder after public voting pushed them ahead of the singer "Spaceman" who led after the…
Innovation in adversity: Kaki King prevails in yesterday’s modernity
Photo by Ebru Yildiz
As seen in Guitar Girl Magazine Issue 14 – Inspired by New York – December 2020
Khaki King is one of the most exciting and innovative guitarists working today. Saluted by rolling stone as a…
Album Review: Northlane – Obsidian
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Today, North Dakota honors heroes during Police Week.
On May 10, North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum proclaimed May 11-17 as part of Police Week in the State. He also said on Thursday, May 12, as Peace Officers Memorial Day.Government agencies ordered to fly flags at half mast on May 12The…
“The Bay Strikes Back Tour” featuring Testament, Exodus and Death Angel play to sold out…
On Friday, May 6, 2022, Testament performed their 'The Bay Strikes Back Tour' at Town Ballroom in Buffalo. The tour features Death Angel and Exodus as support for Testament. This show was originally scheduled for a different date last…
Judas Priest will finally be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
After a shortlist of 17 potential artists was unveiled earlier this year, it has now been officially confirmed that Judas Priest will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, 23 years after he was first eligible.Priest will…
Folk singer Judy Henske dies at 85
Judy Henske, a legendary figure in the folk revival movement of the 1960s, died on April 27 at the age of 85. Her husband, Craig Doerge, said Henske died while in hospice care in Los Angeles after a long illness.Henske, who was born in…
(OPINION) Will the world see another nuclear arms race?
The views expressed in this article belong solely to the author and should not be construed to represent the views of Townsquare Media, News-Talk 1340 KROC-AM and 96.9 FM, or anyone else associated with the organizations.The Ukraine-Russia…
John Mayer kicks out Chicago ‘believers’ on first night at United Center [Photos]
John Mayer Thursday kicked off a two-night stay at united center in Chicago, IL, a city to which the singer-songwriter and guitarist feels "molecularly connected". The Chicago run comes at the end of a tour supporting his…
Susan Jacks, lead singer of the Poppy family, has died aged 73
Susan Jacks, lead singer of Canadian pop group The Poppy Family, has died aged 73.She died in a British Columbia hospital while awaiting a kidney transplant. She suffered from kidney disease. "I am saddened by the passing of Susan Jacks,"…
Spitfire Audio Launches Acoustic Guitar Toolkit
Spitfire Audio announced the availability of Fink-Signatures, described as an acoustic guitar toolkit with a signature sound full of character. That's what they have to say about it...
Fink-Signatures was created in close…
John McLaughlin – Part Two – Off The Road with Dave Lawrence – April 2022
Find the full off the road series to hawaiipublicradio.org/offtheroad.Today we wrap up a three-week celebration of Off The Road, marking a second anniversary for the series this month! Off The Road…
Kontoor Brands: Wrangler® Jeans and Fender® Celebrate 75 Years of Cultural Heritage with New…
April 21, 2022
Wrangler® Jeans and Fender® Celebrate 75 Years of Cultural Heritage with New Collaboration
Exclusive collection pays tribute to music lovers, creators and…
The book “Bowie at 75” celebrates an extraordinary life
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Members of Nirvana, Soundgarden and Pearl Jam form a new group
Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic has teamed up with Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron and Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil in a new band called 3rd Secret.The band - whose lineup is rounded out by guitarist Bubba Dupree and vocalists Jillian…
Lakou Mizik brings Haitian roots music to UA
Formed after the devastating 2010 earthquake, multi-generational Haitian music group Lakou Mizik will share their roots revival music with northwest Arkansas at 7 p.m. April 13 at the Faulkner Performing Arts Center on the campus of…
ACTO Announces April 2022 Concert Season
VerRona Grandil (Courtesy of ACTO)…
Red Hot Chili Peppers Albums Ranked From Worst To Best
From humble beginnings, the Red Hot Chili Peppers have grown into one of the biggest rock bands on the planet.Founded in 1983 by a band of high school students, the band - initially consisting of vocalist Anthony Kiedis, guitarist Hillel…
Artist Spotlight: MUNA is moving full speed ahead into new musical territory
In mid-2013, three students from the University of Southern California decided to start a band together, releasing their first EP titled The EP speaker which would launch their…
How rockers are rallying support for Ukraine
It has been a month since Russia invaded Ukraine, unleashing a brutal war the likes of which has not been seen in Europe for decades.When the conflict began, the rockers took to social media to express their support for Ukraine, but as the…
Frank Zappa and Eastern Europe: Absolutely Free
On June 24, 1991, Frank Zappa took the stage for the first time in three years. Under any other circumstances, the return of one of the most inventive and influential guitarists of all time would have made headlines, but it…
17 Non-Singing Line-Up Changes That Impacted Rock And Metal
Of course, swapping lead singers seems like the most substantial change a rock or metal band can go through. But what about major line-up changes involving other musicians? There are plenty of examples where these changes have had a…
SRN Entertainment Provides Global Support For The Success Of Legendary Indonesian Band…
On the occasion of the release of Jamrud's 18th studio album, titled JAMRUD PE25PECTIVE Celebrating the anniversary of the band's founding, SRN Entertainment is playing a vital role in providing global support to ensure the success of the…
James Hetfield’s son band Bastardane release debut album
Castor Hetfield, Son of Metallica Frontman James Hetfield, Just Released Is it ragethe debut album from his sludgy/stoner rock power trio Bastardane.The line-up is made up of Jake Dallas (bass, vocals), Ethan Sirotzki (guitar) and…
Musicians who died in 2022
Musicians who died in 2022:
198.
March (26)
Traci Braxton (American R&B singer and TV personality), 50, cancer
"It is with the greatest regret that we inform you of the…
Keith Richards and The X-Pensive Winos: the singer joins the group after 3 decades
Keith Richards and X-Pensive Winos once again performed on stage for the first time in nearly 30 years.
Fans of New York's Beacon Theater attended his highly anticipated solo band reunion at the…
Guitarist Eric Peterson takes a break from Sarah Shook & the Disarmers
Guitarist Eric Peterson has been Sarah Shook's right-hand man for nearly a dozen years, first playing a gig with her on Halloween in 2010, and since then following her on numerous projects and being a founding member of The Disarms.…
Grammy Award-winning Brooke Ligertwood is the latest to collaborate with Martin Guitar on a custom…
Martin guitar added another artist to its exclusive club of collaborators.CF Martin & Co., the Nazareth-based guitar makers, have welcomed the contemporary Christian singer-songwriter from New Zealand Brooke Ligertwood to its signature…
In 2026, you will no longer be able to drive while intoxicated, will this work?
The most dangerous people crossing our roads these days are drunk drivers and drivers distracted by texting/Facebook/cellphones. These people are taking the lives of innocent people trying to live their day.A new national mandate was…
‘Flapping fists, jumping feet’ | Winter Jam 22 performs an “energetic” concert at Penn…
From sparklers and flamethrowers to thousands of heads bowed in prayer, Winter Jam 22 welcomed members of…
Mike Campbell Leads The Dirty Knobs To External Combustion
Even after more than fifty years in the music industry, where he achieved legendary status through his work with Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, guitarist Mike Campbell hasn't grown jaded at the thought of releasing new works…
Blackmore Blue Plaque Denied Because Guitarist Is Still Alive
A Ritchie Blackmore fan in the UK has tried to get the influential guitarist's English hometown to put up a commemorative blue plaque in honor of the musician. But the request was initially denied as the Deep Purple and Rainbow icon is…
Benchmark: Valencia VC204H – Mixdown Magazine
Lyrics by Peter Hodgson Australasian Music Supplies | Expect to pay: $125
Once upon a time, if you were a kid learning the guitar, you had a classic nylon-string acoustic. The student-priced electrics and amps were…
Dry Cleaning’s Tom Dowse: “I play all day and it’s a big part of my life, but I just…
Dry Cleaning may be part of the new wave of British post-punk, but they sound quite unlike any of their contemporaries.Led by Florence Shaw's spoken-word vocals, which span the everyday to the profound, debut album New Long Leg is also…
And you will know us by the trail of tags and source codes of Dead at 20
This isn't the first time we here at PopMatters have discussed... And you'll know us by the trail of the dead. Tags and source codes. Jon Garrett first reviewed the album in 2002. He focused a lot on how surprisingly good the record was…
Washington State Family Medical Leave (FML) FAQs
Who is eligible for paid family leave in Washington?Maybe you just had a new baby. Congratulations! Maybe you are expecting a new child in a few months. Babies bring many new challenges and questions that don't always have anything to do…
Alternative Guitar Summit offers virtual lessons and an in-person summer camp
The Alternative Guitar Summit, founded in 2010 by guitarist/composer Joel Harrison, is an annual festival of inventive musicians who emphasize new and unusual approaches to the guitar.The summit…
Willie Nelson to release new original album ‘A Beautiful Time’
photo: Pamela Springsteen
Willie Nelson may turn 89 on April 29. But as we've seen over the past few years, it's not slowing down anytime soon. On April 29, he will also release his latest album titled a beautiful momentand with a…
Little Green House: Anxious’ debut album features punk without politics
Connecticut band Anxious ring in the new year by releasing their debut album little green house in January. The first thing that jumps out at Anxious is the youth of its members: their ages range from around 19 to 21 years old. The…
Anthony Mazzella Plays Encore Concert at OTCA – Sedona.Biz
Sedona News – World-renowned guitarist Anthony Mazzella performs at the Old Town Center for the Arts for a special “recall” performance on Saturday, February 19 at 7:00 p.m. After his previous sales at the ACTO, Anthony…
INDUCTION unveils a new single, the video “Sacrifice”
After recently announcing their signing to Atomic Fire Records, progressive power metal quintet Induction today unveil a veritable anthem and the first milestone in a series of singles awaiting release this year with…
PERSEFONE – Play guitar “Merkabah” in video streaming
In the video below, Persefone guitarists Carlos Lozano Quintanilla and Filipe Baldaia perform "Merkabah", from their upcoming album Metanoia.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVFvUfvfbpY
Andorra's…
Drug overdose spike in Broome reported
Broome County officials are issuing another advisory regarding a spike in suspected drug overdoses in recent days.The Broome Opioid Awareness Council encourages people with substance use disorder to practice harm reduction strategies, not…
The moment Steve Vai thought he would never play again
Steve Vai said he briefly believed he would never play guitar again while recovering from recent shoulder surgery.He had previously undergone back surgery, but then required a second operation which forced him to reschedule their 2022 tour…
Old Town Center Announces February 2022 Concert Season
Sedona News - Old Town Center for the Arts has lined up renowned artists from across the United States and right here in Arizona for our February concert schedule. Just in time for Valentine's Day, we start the month…
Ahead of his show in Dallas, Martin Barre talks about his aversion to most music
Of the nearly 55 years that Jethro Tull has existed as a rock 'n' roll ambassador of English flute-based folk music, 45 of those years have been carried by the muscular guitar drumming of Martin Barre. With a breath of fresh air…
Circa Survive Announces New EP, ‘A Dream About Death’, Shares ‘Electric…
Last year, about survive released the new EP A dream of love, one of the best (generic term) punk EPs of the year and one of the most drastic musical departures Circa Survive has ever made. "We were all recognizing that we wanted to try…
Animals As Leaders Announce Spring 2022 “Parrhesia” U.S. Tour
Revolutionary and genre-defying instrumental trio ANIMALS AS LEADERS announced the "Parresia" tour that will hit 19 cities across the United States to accompany their upcoming album of the same name. This monumental visit, carried…
A window of the waking mind’
Coheed and Cambria announced the sequel to 2018 Vaxis – Act I: Evil Creatures, which is called Vaxis II: A Window to the Awakened Mind and due May 27 via Roadrunner. Pre-orders for a deluxe boxed edition of the album are in place now. It's…
Why The Ronettes’ “Be My Baby” And Frank Sinatra’s “Strangers In The…
Frank Sinatra's music became massively popular again in the mid-1960s, and one of his most famous songs from that era was "Strangers in the Night." Notably, "Strangers in the Night" reuses the famous drumbeat from The Ronettes'…
Listen to Edgar’s winter cover ‘Johnny B. Goode’ with Joe Walsh
Edgar Winter has released the first song on an upcoming tribute album to his late brother, Johnny Winter: a cover of "Johnny B. Goode" by Chuck Berry.The new track, which you can hear below, stars Joe Walsh, as well as guitarist David…
Musical collectibles: the story of the most precious instruments
The Beatles on stage with a Ludwig drums valued at over AU $ 3 million | Source: Block Club Chicago
Combine a few factors; its creator, quality, condition, famous provenance, age and rarity and chances are the vintage instruments…
Ted Nugent reviews Joan Jett and Rolling Stone magazine
Ted Nugent made a parcel headlines recently, and not in a good way. More recently he criticized Rolling stone Magazine for including Joan Jett in her "100 Greatest Guitarists" list during a live YouTube broadcast on January 30. You can…
DESTINY 8 – Arrangement album of the group SaGa
After some re: birth and re: tune, it looks like Square Enix Music has decided to "rename" their band-style arrangements with a whole new set of Saga group arrangement albums in the form of DESTINY 8.
Much like The Black Mages…
Meet Cait Devin: The Guitar Community’s Most Charitable New Player | Guitar.com
At just 20 years old, Cait Devin is already climbing the industry ladder. Although she is a passionate singer-songwriter in her own right, the shredded collaborations she hosts through YouTube have not just been fundraisers for charity,…
Studio 666: 6 Reasons I’m Excited For The Foo Fighters Horror-Comedy Movie
When I laid eyes on the poster of Studio 666 - which bears an illustration of Foo Fighters surrounding an obviously haunted house - I certainly hoped this would be a real movie, but I never expected it to be true. When the first trailer…
Don McLean says his success is due to asthma and the death of his father
Don McLean looked back on the moments that shaped his career, saying that suffering from asthma as a child, along with the death of his father, contributed to his success.âKids are all naturally creative - until school…
Robin Le Mesurier, former Rod Stewart guitarist, died at 68
Robin Le Mesurier, the guitarist best known for his long association with Rod Stewart, has died at the age of 68.Reports say the musician was battling cancer.Born in London in 1953, the future rocker grew up in a family of artists. His…
Here’s where to drink and party on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Phoenix
Yes, Virginia, there will be live music over Christmas weekend, as well as dancing, karaoke, comedy shows, and even a holiday rave. Various bars, clubs, venues and drinks around the Phoenix Metro will be open, operating, and serving…
Is 4th Base Pizza in Kennewick closed?
If you're craving delicious pizza, Tri-Cities has a few options to satisfy that carb craving. Rocco's Pizza offers a fantastic variety of pies and for beer lovers, several IPAs and other draft beers. Hubby's Pizza has been a local staple…
Behind the lyrics of the song: “Hurts So Good” by John Mellencamp
âI think all good things probably started out as jokes,â John Mellencamp said in 1982. âDidn't God laugh when he made this whole place? "
At the time, the then 30-year-old…
antimusic.com: Guide to Christmas Gifts: Book Review
The holidays are a great time to snuggle up by the fire with a hot toddy and a good book. We can't provide the fire or the drink, but we can suggest some really cool books for your reading list, all of which are non-fiction.Miles…
Chuck Berry, “Live From Blueberry Hill”: album review
Even in his prime, Chuck Berry in concert was somewhat of a cautious proposition to buyers. Pick-up bands, inconsistent performances, a sometimes brooding layout didn't always guarantee that "rock and roll music" would be as good as it…
AngelMaker features plenty of alternating quick-fire pick lines in this destructive guitar and bass…
With the exception of well-established names who can still maintain an album release schedule every three years or so, most modern artists need to release material more consistently in order to stay relevant and keep up with their…
No new rock album cracked Billboard’s Top 200 at year-end
Billboardend-of-year album chart shows no new rock records for 2021, with Queen's 1981 The biggest hits compilation ranked as the best-selling LP of its kind in the last 12 months.The four-decade-old track appears in 23rd place in the Top…