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Comedian JARED FREID Announces Dates For 2025 'The Table For One Tour'
Stand-up comedian, podcast host, and Netflix star Jared Freid is hitting the road with a brand-new standup show on his upcoming The Table For One Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the highly anticipated tour kicks off on October 24 and will bring Freid’s signature wit to cities across the U.S. and Canada, including Washington, DC, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Dallas, Toronto, and more, before wrapping February 28 in Seattle, WA.
Slurpee® Goes Punk: 7-Eleven and Green Day Reunite for Exclusive Encore with New Slurpee Drink Flavor!
7-Eleven, Inc. is turning the flavor dial to 11 once again by teaming up with Green Day and Punk Bunny to unveil an all-new, exclusive Slurpee® drink flavor: Kerplunk Kandy Grape. As an ode to the band’s 1992 album ‘Kerplunk!’, this rockin’ new flavor mashes up cotton candy sweetness with juicy grape vibes. The Kerplunk Kandy Grape Slurpee drink is a sweet and slightly twisted treat that tastes just like the cotton candy grapes Green Day keeps as a staple on their backstage riders.
SUM 41 Unveil New High-Energy Single “Waiting On A Twist Of Fate”
Grammy-nominated band Sum 41 has shared their newest single “Waiting On A Twist Of Fate”, out now via Rise Records, from their upcoming final album Heaven :x: Hell. The second single from the double album’s pop-punk Heaven side, “Waiting On A Twist Of Fate” harkens back to the earliest days of the band’s pop punk roots. The track opens the album the only way long-time fans would expect Sum 41 to open an album – a flurry of guitar riffs, drum fills, and vocals powerful enough to raise the dead.
TECH N9NE Takes "Roll Call" Before Hitting Super Bowl LVIII
Chart-topping multiplatinum hip-hop legend and the most successful independent rapper of all-time, Tech N9ne, has unleashed a new collabos single and music video with Rittz entitled “Roll Call” featuring King Iso, Joey Cool, JL, Lex Bratcher, and X-Raided. Listen HERE and watch the music video HERE via Strange Music. The track explodes as a near-seven minute display of lyrical mastery courtesy of Strange Music’s finest.
AMIGO THE DEVIL Releases “Once Upon a Time at Texaco (pt. 1)”
On the heels of announcing a 19-date tour with Frank Turner, acclaimed singer/songwriter Amigo the Devil today released “Once Upon a Time at Texaco (pt. 1),” the third single from the forthcoming studio album Yours Until the War is Over, set to release Feb. 23, 2024 via Liars Club Records. Echoing the timbre of a raucous bar chant, “Once Upon a Time at Texaco (pt. 1)” tells a Coen brothers-esque narrative of an unhinged robbery gone wrong.
Max Renews ON THE ROAM Documentary Series, Starring Jason Momoa, For A Second Season
The Max Original documentary series ON THE ROAM, starring Jason Momoa, has been renewed for a second season. The remaining two episodes of this season will debut Thursday, February 8 on Max. Jason Momoa, creator, co-director, and executive producer, quote: “It’s an absolute honor to work with Warner Bros.
GOO GOO DOLLS Released New Single “Beautiful Lie” Via Warner Records
Multi-platinum, four-time GRAMMY-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls return with a new single “Beautiful Lie” via Warner Records, which was produced and mixed by frequent collaborator Alex Aldi (Passion Pit, Troye Sivan) and co-written with Matt Squire (Ariana Grande, Panic! At the Disco).
BRUCE DICKINSON Releases New ‘Rain On The Graves’ Single From THE MANDRAKE PROJECT
Undisputed rock legend Bruce Dickinson has released his brand new single, ‘Rain On The Graves’, accompanied by a thrilling video introducing Bruce’s live band, comprising guitarist Roy Z, drummer Dave Moreno, bass-player Tanya O’Callaghan and keyboard maestro Mistheria. “Rain On The Graves” is the second single to be taken from Bruce Dickinson’s forthcoming solo album The Mandrake Project which will be released on March 1st, via BMG.
'An Evening With Esther Perel: The Future of Relationships, Love & Desire' U.S. Tour Set For 2024
One of the world’s most respected & listened-to voices on modern relationships, Esther Perel, brings her insights to the stage for an immersive tour – ‘An Evening With Esther Perel: The Future of Relationships, Love & Desire’ – launching across the U.S. in 2024. Join Esther for an evening unlike any other as she shines a light on the cultural shifts transforming relationships and helps us rethink how we connect, how we desire – and even how we love.
AVRIL LAVIGNE Announces Dates For 'The Greatest Hits Tour'
Eight-time GRAMMY®-nominated diamond-certified icon Avril Lavigne announced her 2024 headline tour across North America, Avril Lavigne: The Greatest Hits. Produced by Live Nation, the 27-date tour will see Avril perform her biggest songs to-date including the RIAA 3x platinum-certified “Complicated,” the 2x platinum-certified “Sk8er Boi,” the 2x platinum-certified “Girlfriend,” the platinum-certified “Here’s To Never Growing Up,” and many more from her record-smashing catalog.
GREEN DAY Unleash Fiery New Track “ONE EYED BASTARD”
Global rock superstars Green Day – Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool – are ringing in the new year with fiery new track, “One Eyed Bastard.” The electrifying track is the band’s final offering ahead of their 14th studio album Saviors – coming January 19, 2024. — Listen to “One Eyed Bastard” HERE. “One Eyed Bastard started off as just a riff that I had — a shuffle, almost like a Black Sabbath kind of riff.
Country Legend HANK WILLIAMS JR. Announces 2024 U.S. Tour Dates!
Singer- songwriter and genre defying artist Hank Williams Jr. announced his 2024 tour, with varying support from Whiskey Myers, Neal McCoy, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Charley Crockett, Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, and Old Crow Medicine Show. 2024 will also mark the 45th anniversary of the release of Hank Jr.’s hit album and single, Family Tradition.
MAMMOTH WVH Announces Dates For 2024 ‘MAMMOTH II TOUR’
With the final four shows of the 2023 headline tour still to play, Mammoth WVH – the brainchild of Wolfgang Van Halen – is announcing headline tour dates for 2024 in support of their sophomore album Mammoth II. The success of their first-ever headline run has resulted in two legs of the Mammoth II Tour 2024 across the United States. The first leg – scheduled for February 21, 2024 to March 10, 2024 – will mark the return of special guest Nita Strauss.
POPPY Releases Official Music Video For “FLICKER,” UK Headlining Tour To Kick Off In February 2024!
Singer, songwriter, subversive performance artist, video director, and purveyor of surrealist chaos Poppy shares the music video for song “Flicker” off of her most recent album, Zig, released in October via Sumerian Records. Directed by Le3ay Studio, the video is another captivating visual chapter in Zig’s story. It opens with a shot of Poppy crawling on the floor towards the light of a dimly-lit hallway with a sword strapped to her back, reminiscent of the album cover.
KENNY CHESNEY Adds 3 Soccer Stadiums To 2024 ‘Sun Goes Down’ Tour
Once Kenny Chesney gets rolling, count on the 8-time Entertainer of the Year to think about how he can expand what he does on the road in new and intriguing ways. With soccer fever sweeping the nation, he decided to upgrade his plays in Cincinnati and Salt Lake City to the TQL Stadium and America First Field respectively; the move was inspired by his years of headlining Columbus, Ohio’s Historic Crew Stadium.
LET’S HAVE SAX: Brian Wecht (aka Trey Magnifique) Talks Music, Comedy and Beyond!
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LET’S HAVE SAX: Brian Wecht (aka Trey Magnifique) Talks Music, Comedy and Beyond!
The places we can find comfort are strange. Some people have comfort foods. Some comfort movies. Some, tv shows. You get the picture. While I have all three, there are a specific group of people who have got me through some pretty rough times. That is the crew that works with Game Grumps and Ninja Sex Party. Ninja Sex Party got their start 15 years ago.
LACEY STURM Releases Transformational Sophomore Solo Album ‘Kenotic Metanoia’
Lacey Sturm has released her sophomore solo album ‘Kenotic Metanoia,’ available everywhere November 17 at https://stem.ffm.to/kenoticmetanoia. The former Flyleaf lead singer offers the project to the world independently, led by a string of arresting singles including “Awaken Love,” “Reconcile” and “Breathe With Me.” The album’s enigmatic title is drawn from two Greek words: “kenosis,” referring to a state of emptying of self, and “metanoia,” referring to deep change and altering of course.
PORNO FOR PYROS Announce 2024 ‘Horns, Thorns En Halos’ Farewell Tour
Porno For Pyros, announced they will embark on their farewell tour in 2024. After a 26 year touring hiatus, Perry Farrell, Stephen Perkins, and Peter DiStefano kick off the 16-city tour, produced by Live Nation, on February 13 at the Observatory in Santa Ana, CA making stops across North America in Los Angeles, CA; Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; Toronto, ON; Boston, MA; New York, NY and more before wrapping up in Montclair, NJ at The Wellmont Theater on March 10.
BRYAN ADAMS Extends His Wildly Popular ‘So Happy It Hurts Tour’ With 2024 Tour Dates
Legendary singer-songwriter Bryan Adams announced the extension of his highly successful So Happy It Hurts Tour with 31 dates slated for next year. Produced by Live Nation, the 2024 run kicks off on Saturday, January 20 in Billings, MT at First Interstate Arena at MetraPark, with stops across North America in San Jose, El Paso, Mexico City, Orlando, Pittsburgh, and more before wrapping up on Wednesday, March 20 in Syracuse, NY at Upstate Medical University Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial.
REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER: Guests Lineup Revealed For November 10th Episode!
REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER continues FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 (10:00-11:00 p.m. ET/7:00-8:00 p.m. PT). Allowing Maher to offer his unique perspective on contemporary issues, the show continues with its opening monologue, one-on-one interviews with notable guests, roundtable discussions with panelists, and its signature “New Rules.” The series airs on HBO and is available to stream on Max. This week features a one-on-one interview with Sen.
2024 SHE ROCKS AWARDS: Debbie Gibson, Laura Karpman, Britt Lightning, Kelsy Karter, Sylvia Massy Announced As Honorees!
The Women’s International Music Network (the WiMN) reveals Debbie Gibson, Laura Karpman, Britt Lightning, Kelsy Karter, and Sylvia Massy as the first announced honorees at the upcoming 2024 She Rocks Awards. Susanna Hoffs will co-host this event that recognizes women who stand out as innovators and role models in the music industry.
Rock Legend BRUCE DICKINSON Announces December Release Date For “Afterglow of Ragnarok” Single
Having set the rock and metal world alight in September with the announcement of a forthcoming solo album and Latin American tour dates, further details of Bruce Dickinson’s The Mandrake Project are revealed today. The first single to be taken from it will be ‘Afterglow of Ragnarok’, a dramatic and epic track that introduces the world not just to the music of the album but to the compelling narrative that forms the basis of The Mandrake Project.
Fozzy Saves The World! - Chris Jericho & Company Blow The Roof Off of Baltimore With Epic Live Show!
The term greatest showman is thrown around a lot. Few people can truly live up to the term quite like Chris Jericho. Wrestler, entertainer, singer, author, podcast extraordinaire, and boat captain are just a few of the accomplishments Le Champion has on his belt. A year ago we had the opportunity to check out the latest album from the Ocho’s rock powerhouse, Fozzy. The album in question, “Boombox,” was a 12-track stadium rock record that was the definition of fun in music form.
EMO IN GRACELAND - THE HIGHER Return With 'Elvis In Wonderland' EP! - Icon Vs. Icon
The final Warped Tour shows took place in 2019, with the last cross-country tour being 2018. These final days were the end of an era that provided many bands worldwide with a platform they wouldn’t have elsewhere. While the punk years will always be regarded as the “great years”, the Vans-sponsored event truly peaked in 00’s with the increased popularity of emo and scene bands.
Sports Entertainment Rock: A Review of Fozzy’s "Boombox" Album
There are few people who can claim to be the hardest working man in show biz. If you were to ask me, I’d say that Chris Jericho is the unsung hero of this title. Looking on his resume for the past year alone you would see wrestling superstar, renowned author, podcast extraordinaire, and, of course, ayatollah of rock ‘n’ rolla! Yes, while Jericho may have made his name on the wrestling scene, I would say that the man is quite literally the definition of a rock and roll star.
Mega Ran Shares "Flight 2.0" Music Video — 'Live 95' Album Drops October 22nd! - Icon Vs. Icon
Phoenix via Philadelphia rapper and video game enthusiest Mega Ran has shared the official music video for “Flight 2.0” today. The cut comes on the heels of last week’s “Live 95 (Basketball Diaries)” music video, which premiered HERE via KUTX. “Flight” is all about my obsession and love/hate relationship with sneakers and sneaker culture, which started way back when I was a teen.
UNLIKELY PRESCRIPTION: Jamie Madrox On Pushing TWIZTID’s Creative Limits!
Not many artists can claim to be active for over two decades even fewer can claim to be as consistent as the Demented Duo from Detroit, Twiztid. Last time we spoke with Jamie Madrox, one half of the pair, it was on the heels of their “Welcome to the Freekshow” live experience just one year ago. With the past year they’ve dropped multiple records and put on the fourth iteration of their own pop culture convention, Astronomicon.
Shinedown Reveal Dates For 'Shinedown Live In Concert' 2022 North American Tour
Multi-platinum rock band Shinedown has announced their 2022 North American Tour, Shinedown Live In Concert. Kicking off in San Francisco on January 26, the upcoming 22-date outing will see the acclaimed quartet travel throughout the West Coast, Canada, and more, with stops in Los Angeles, Phoenix, Denver, Las Vegas, Seattle, Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal. Pop Evil and Ayron Jones will support on select dates. Fan club pre-sale begins October 13 at 10am local time.
MNE’s Evolution: A Look at Gibby Stites’ “Welcome to iLLViLLE”
The underground hip hop world is extremely expansive. Now, the hip hop genre as a whole, just like metal, has been split into so many sub-genres I fret to even mention it for fear of getting blasted by fans across the world. That being said, within the world of underground hip hop we have specific circles. One particular circle has been growing since the early nineties and it revolves around horrorcore and the Juggalo subculture.
ICE NINE KILLS Release Resident Evil Inspired Single "RAINY DAY"
Slashercore outfit, Ice Nine Kills have continued the roll out of their highly anticipated new album ‘The Silver Scream 2: Welcome To Horrorwood’ (out October 15th via Fearless Records) today with the release of brand new track and official music video for “Rainy Day”.
AMC+ Debuts Trailer For Upcoming Crime Family Drama 'Kin' Starring Charlie Fox
Irish gang drama Kin, premiering September 9 on AMC+, unveiled an engrossing trailer and key art for the series today, a first look at a devastating war begun by a murder in a family where loyalty is paramount.
The Dead Daisies Release "Like No Other" Short Film In Celebration of Life On The Road
The Dead Daisies have the released an inspiring short film, “Like No Other”. Joining the band on the road for three weeks, a journalist / videographer captured shows across the US for the first time since the global pandemic stood the music industry on its head. Every night the band did what they do best: Play great ROCK! The “Like No Other” short film reflects on past memories and modern-day heroes that instill hope and happiness to people around the world.
The Trailer Park Boys Announce Their 20th Anniversary Sunnyvale Xmas Tour
As part of a year-long celebration of their 20th anniversary, Ricky, Julian, Bubbles, and Randy are hitting the road this holiday season for a drunk, high, and greasy Xmas extravaganza! The Trailer Park Boys’ 20th Anniversary Sunnyvale Xmas Tour kicks off on November 30th in Denver and ends across the country in Portland, Maine on December 18th.
SOJA Announces 'Beauty In The Silence' Album; Releases Lead Single “Press Rewind” ft. Collie Buddz & J Boog
SOJA, the internationally acclaimed, two-time GRAMMY-nominated eight-piece from Washington D.C., will release their highly anticipated new album, Beauty In The Silence – their first in four years – on September 24th via ATO Records (pre-order available now, and full track listing can be found below). Listen to their new single below! “Press Rewind” ft.
CKY's Chad I Ginsburg Returns With New Single and Video "Cindi"
Chad I Ginsburg (AKA “CIG”), the guitarist and vocalist of legendary hard rock band CKY, is back with a brand new single “Cindi.” Now streaming on all major digital service providers (including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music), “Cindi” is accompanied by a music video filmed during the last phases of lockdown in the midst of the global pandemic. The video premiered exclusively on the CKYallianceTV YouTube channel on June 25. Check out the video for the track below.
Larkin Poe To Headline 2021 Monster Energy Outbreak Tour
Larkin Poe, the GRAMMY® Award-nominated sister duo comprised of Atlanta-bred, Nashville-based multi-instrumentalists Rebecca and Megan Lovell, are hitting the road with the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour.
Small Stone, Big River: Into the Mind of Amigo the Devil
Life affects us in many different ways. We handle the many different challenges we face in unique ways special to us. In 2010, Danny Kiranos decided he was going to take the demons he was mentally facing and put them to paper. The result has been a decade of destruction in the form of the most haunting yet touching music you’ve ever heard. Kiranos found himself in a lonely apartment in San Francisco with just a guitar and a banjo.
Insane Clown Posse Announce 'Juggalo Weekend Month Long Livestream Extravaganza'
Insane Clown Posse are making big moves in 2021! The legendary group has just announced the schedule for ICP’s Juggalo Weekend Month Long Livestream Extravaganza! Check out the official trailer for this wild ass month long event below, along with the details on what you can expect when tuning in! Read on for the full rundown of events.
Greta Van Fleet To Release Long-Awaited Sophomore Album, 'The Battle at Garden's Gate,' In April 2021!
After three years, one-million concert tickets sold across five continents, four consecutive #1 singles, a GRAMMY Award, and performances on “The Tonight Show” and “Saturday Night Live,” GRETA VAN FLEET is hurtling into the future with its second album, The Battle at Garden’s Gate due April 16, 2021 (Lava/Republic Records). The album can be pre-ordered HERE.
TWIZTID Continues Trend of Creative Exploration With Latest Single “Perfect Problem”
TWIZTID are continuing their foray into the rock world with “Perfect Problem,” the second single from the duo’s upcoming rock-based album, slated for release in the spring of 2021. The “Perfect Problem” single will be available Friday digitally. Pre-save “Perfect Problem” at https://ingroov.es/perfect-problem. “Our jobs as entertainers have become extremely important,” TWIZTID says. “We’ve fully acknowledged that and continue to step up our content level on all facets across the board.
Ice Nine Kills Absolutely Slay With “The Silver Stream" Livestream Event and New Live Album!
Horror and metal have always served as one of the world’s most delightful ghoulish blends, and Ice Nine Kills have set the gold standard with their latest concoction.
YOUTH IS WASTED ON THE YOUNG: Yungblud Talks Life, Music and Bright Future!
“It’s what I am, man!”, Yungblud answers when asked where he came up with the title for his debut record, “21st Century Liability”. The young Yorkshire native, born Dominic Harrison, just finished up a rehearsal session for his first ever headlining US tour. Big things have been happening for the artist: brand new album dropped this summer, festival shows a plenty, the aforementioned US tour, and an upcoming European tour next spring. If you’re not familiar, you need to get familiar.
Don’t Get It Twiztid: Jamie Madrox Reflects Epic Reign of The Demented Duo!
We all have that music we want to just share with the world. Those artists that we hold near and dear to us. You enjoy pretty much everything in their catalogue. Honestly, that’s what Twiztid is to me. I’ve been pretty outspoken about my history with the duo but here’s a refresher. In October of 2003, I was roaming a Best Buy in Glen Burnie, MD. I was 11 years old at the time and fascinated by horror and all things spooky.
Toilets, LoveFinderrz, Dragons, and Trains! — An Inside Look At 'Rick and Morty Season 4' On Blu-ray! - Icon Vs. Icon
Can a toxic fanbase (and in specific instances, creators) turn a once beloved show to that of distain and hate? That was the question I was asking myself while heading into Season 4 of “Rick and Morty.” Being a huge fan of the show for the first two seasons, I never saw myself disliking the show as it gained popularity. Unfortunately, as the third season began, my love for the show began to dwindle.
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