This spring, Willow Smith released a song called “Transparent Soul,” which found her getting away from the pop- and R&B-influenced sound of her earlier work and diving headlong into punk rock. Willow had an important collaborator along for the ride: Travis Barker, someone who’s also reinvented himself over the years: …
Read More »Tiësto, Ava Max Team Up for Party Anthem 'The Motto'
EDM star Tiësto has teamed up with pop singer Ava Max for the new single “The Motto.” The accompanying video drops the Dutch DJ and hit-making singer in a time-traveling hotel, where they’re deposited in the Twenties to take over the dance floor with their collaborative single. “‘The Motto’ is …
Read More »A Rare Georgia Satellites Concert Album Is Finally Getting Released
The Georgia Satellites are captured in all their prime rock & roll glory on a new previously unreleased concert album. Lightnin’ in a Bottle: The Official Live Album chronicles an 18-song set at the Cleveland club Peabody’s in 1988, a few months after the release of the Atlanta band’s second …
Read More »Måneskin Talk Musical Influences With 'Rolling Stone'
Rolling Stone News caught up with Eurovision Song Contest winners Måneskin backstage at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City to answer fan questions ahead of the Italian glam-rock band’s first official show in the city. From a couch in their green room, the four-piece revealed their earliest memories of …
Read More »Taylor Swift Praises Carole King's Divine Mix of Inspiration, Craftsmanship in Rock Hall Speech
Taylor Swift celebrated the singular songwriting of Carole King, describing her work as “precious heirlooms,” while inducting the legendary singer-songwriter into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Saturday, Oct. 30.’ “Her songs speak to the true and honest feelings that everyone has felt, is currently feeling, or hopes to …
Read More »Grandson, Kesha and Travis Barker Deliver New Anthem for the Disaffected 'Drop Dead'
Grandson has linked up with Kesha and Travis Barker for the booming new song “Drop Dead,” which will appear on the upcoming deluxe edition of the alt-rocker’s 2020 album, Death of an Optimist, out December 3rd via Fueled by Ramen. “Drop Dead” moves effortlessly between atmospheric, pop-leaning verses and a …
Read More »Kurt Cobain Artwork, Eddie Van Halen Frankenstrat Heads to Auction
Kurt Cobain’s artwork, one of Eddie Van Halen’s Frankenstrat guitars, and Robert Plant’s handwritten lyrics to Led Zeppelin’s “Kashmir” are among the items set to hit the auction block in November. Julien’s Auctions announced their latest slate of Icons & Idols: Rock N’ Roll offerings, headlined by plenty of ephemera …
Read More »Taylor Swift Vibrates With Pumpkin Spice-Flavored Excitement Over Concept of Fall
Seven years after she went viral on Tumblr for a post gushing over the joys of the fall season, Taylor Swift has shared a video reenactment of the lengthy, hyper-specific paragraph to social media. It’s Autumn (Taylor’s Version). “And hats and scarves and kneesocks and wearing tights for the first …
Read More »Watch Phoebe Bridgers, the 1975's Matty Healy Perform 'Jesus Christ 2005 God Bless America' for First Time
Phoebe Bridgers and the 1975’s Matty Healy performed “Jesus Christ 2005 God Bless America” together for the first time Friday at Los Angeles’ Greek Theater. Prior to the concert — Bridgers’ last gig of her U.S. tour — the singer cautioned fans on Twitter to “Come early tonight. Trust me.” …
Read More »Hear Sean Paul and Sia Team Up on Club-Ready Single 'Dynamite'
Sean Paul and Sia have reunited for a new single, “Dynamite.” The upbeat pop number, which features dancehall beats, was produced byBanx & RanxandGreg Kurstin. The musicians previously collaborated on the 2016 single “Cheap Thrills,” which was also produced by Kurstin. “’Dynamite’ started out as just a good vibe song,” …
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