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Best Use Of Sigur Ros’ Music In Cinema & TV
September 2, 2013
With their avant-garde blend of ambient post-rock and minimalist neo-classicalism, not to mention frontman Jonsi’s tendency to sing in an invented language, Icelandic outfit Sigur Ros seemed destined to spend their days as an obscure cult act, capable of achieving huge acclaim but little in the way of sales, when they arrived on the scene
Substance Abuse Problems Lead to Bon Jovi Split with Richie Sambora
August 29, 2013
It’s a sad time for Bon Jovi fans, after news that band guitarist Richie Sambora has effectively been fired from the band because of substance abuse problems. How very tragically rock n roll. Richie and Jon have a well-documented stormy relationship, but after issuing the guitarist an ultimatum (i.e. the band or the drugs) it
Digging into the Feud Between Dane Cook & Louis C.K.
August 28, 2013
Louis C.K. and Dane Cook are both comedians of enormous popularity, successful in a field that is appropriately deemed by many as being the most difficult in the entertainment industry to break into. Just wander into a comedy club in any city, and one will realize that telling quality jokes on stage isn’t as easy
Epic Blowups that Threatened to End Aerosmith Over the Years
August 27, 2013
Egos have never been a subtlety for Aerosmith. They are one of the most successful bands ever, selling over 150 million albums – and plenty more once lead singer Steven Tyler became a judge on American Idol in 2010. Much of the Aerosmith’s past conflicts have been between Tyler and guitarist Joe Perry, nicknamed the
Kid Rock Eclipses Bob Seger’s Eight Sold Out Show Record in Detroit
August 23, 2013
Purveyor and pioneer of what can only be described as “country metal”, Kid Rock, just smashed attendance records at the DTE Energy Music Theater in his hometown of Detroit with previous record holder Bob Seger helping out. Seger, who rather than being all bitter and angry, seemed happy to celebrate with the rockstar. Kid Rock
An Introduction to Rush
August 20, 2013
Although never darlings of critics or conventional radio stations, Rush has one of the most devoted and largest followings in hard rock. 19 full-lengths and a multitude of stylistic approaches throughout their 44-year career make it difficult to dig into their discography, but most casual listeners already have a good starting point. It’s apt that
Bands Under the Influence of Depeche Mode
August 19, 2013
Depeche Mode are the most successful electronic band in music history, selling over 100 million albums and singles sold worldwide. Still, their blend of synth-pop and alternative is difficult to replicate, as the wide range of idiosyncratic atmospheres lead songwriter Martin Gore was able to construct is daunting. Many bands influenced by them are not
Geezer Butler Hints Black Sabbath Tour Band’s Last
August 16, 2013
Black Sabbath bassist and northern lad, Geezer Butler, has hinted that the band’s tour will probably be the band’s last. Black Sabbath fans have presumably had a pretty emotionally demanding year, as the band reformed earlier this year to release their 19th studio album, the confusingly-titled 13 and now ol’ Butler’s gone and said the
Robin Thicke ‘Blurred Lines’ Album Review
August 11, 2013
Robin Thicke emerged as one of this summer’s most recognizable artists with the hit track “Blurred Lines”, a collaboration with Pharell Williams and T.I. that drew attention for its scantily clad music video as well as its infectious “you’re a good girl” hook. It’s not the first time Thicke has drawn attention from the masses;
Buddy Guy ‘Rhythm & Blues’ Album Review
August 10, 2013
Buddy Guy may not move as vigorously on-stage as Mick Jagger, another music legend in his 70s, but his musical output continues to mesmerize audiences in similar form. One of the greatest guitarists of all time, Guy has been releasing cult blues records since the ‘60s, later integrating elements of rock ‘n’ roll that helped
