Articles by Roy Lott
Halestorm’s Lzzy Hale Joins The Native Howl On New Single & Video “Mercy” -
The Native Howl has released their gritty new single and official music video for “Mercy” featuring Lzzy Hale of Halestorm (via Sumerian Records). With foreboding, foot-stomping rhythm, and the band’s raw intensity paired with Lzzy’s inimitable vocals, “Mercy” is bound to rattle listeners down to the bone.
Iron & Wine Teams Up With Fiona Apple For New Song “All In Good Time” -
Iron & Wine shares “All In Good Time,” a glorious new song in which Fiona Apple lends her voice and written by Sam Beam in the vein of classic call-and-response style duets made famous by Dolly and Kenny and George and Tammy.
Justice Share Danceable New Single “Incognito” -
With the excitement of their much anticipated new album and first one in eight years, Justice has released yet another groovy tune with “Incognito.” “Like many songs on this record, it switches from all electronic to all human music abruptly, multiple times within its four minute run,” the duo said in a statement. “The structure is dictated by what feels good at the moment it happens, without necessarily following any other rule.
NOFX Announces New Half Album For April 2024 Release, Shares New Single & Video “I’m A Rat” -
NOFX has announced that their much anticipated new album called Half Album will be released on April 19. Along with the announcement, the band has also released its lead single “I’m A Rat” along with its accompanying music video. The visual features Micky getting frisky. Check it out below. Fat Mike had to share about their latest release in a press release, saying “Was it worth it?
Full Of Hell Announces New Album Coagulated Bliss For April 2024 Release, Shares New Single & Video “Doors To Mental Agony” -
Maryland-based band Full of Hell has announced their brand new album titled Coagulated Bliss, due out on April 26 via Closed Casket Activities. The forthcoming 12-track album sounds like Full of Hell, but it’s nothing like any Full of Hell record that’s come before it. The songs are noted to be trimmer, less freighted with anxiety, and more interested in opening up than speeding away. Its bile is sometimes funneled into traditional song structures.
Outlaw Music Festival Announces 2024 Lineup Featuring Robert Plant, Alison Krauss, Willie Nelson & More -
Willie Nelson, Mark Rothbaum, Keith Wortman, Blackbird Presents, and Live Nation are thrilled to announce the 2024 Outlaw Music Festival Tour featuring an unprecedented lineup including headliners Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, John Mellencamp with Brittney Spencer, Celisse and Southern Avenue. Billy Strings will also join the tour for one special show outside Seattle, Washington at The Gorge.
Fall Out Boy Shares New Video For “So Much (For) Stardust” Featuring Jimmy Butler -
GRAMMY Award-nominated and multi-platinum selling rock band Fall Out Boy released a new music video for “So Much (for) Stardust” – the title track off their most recent album. The video stars six-time NBA All-Star, Miami Heat forward, Jimmy Butler in a surprise cameo. Check out the video below.
Power Trip To Return For Performances In New York, Texas & California -
As promised, Power Trip has confirmed two more performances in addition to last week’s announcement that they would be returning to the stage this summer, for the first time since the tragic passing of frontman Riley Gale.
Aftershock Announces 2024 Lineup Featuring Slayer, Iron Maiden, Slipknot & More -
Aftershock returns to Discovery Park in Sacramento, CA October 10-13 for its 12th year with its biggest lineup yet. The 4-day destination festival will feature the only U.S. festival play for Iron Maiden, the exclusive West Coast performance for Slayer–one of only three shows in nearly 5 years–Slipknot as one of the number one requested bands and the first Aftershock appearance for Mötley Crüe, making it an event not to be missed.
Cloud Nothings Announce New Album Final Summer For April 2024 Release, Shares New Single “Running Through The Campus” -
Cleveland’s loudest export Cloud Nothings has announced their upcoming album, Final Summer, due out April 19th from Pure Noise Records. Over the past 15 years, Cloud Nothings have become part of the fabric of modern indie rock with a steady run of reliably fantastic records, and this streak continues unabated with Final Summer–an album that’s so assured, so instantly satisfying, that it forces you to pause and realize you’re listening to one of the great American rock bands in their prime.
Julian Casablancas & The Voidz Share New Single "All The Same" -
Julian Casablancas & The Voidz unveil their newest track, “All The Same” which is accompanied by a special documentary episode of Rebekah Sherman-Myntti’s “TOMORROW!” (produced by Simone Films) titled “NITE 4: DAY OF THE DEAD” which was filmed on the final night of the band’s four night run at Brooklyn’s Murmrr Theatre. Episodes of TOMORROW! give viewers a front-row seat to electrifying live performances and intimate interviews, capturing artists at particular moments in their lives and careers.
Khruangbin Shares Dynamic New Single “May Ninth” -
Khruangbin have shared their latest feel-good groovy new tune “May Ninth.” The song follows their previously released single “A Love International” and will be featured on their upcoming album A La Sala, which is set for an April 5 release. Check out the new song below. The group also announced a handful of new tour dates for their upcoming tour in support of the album. The new dates include stops in San Diego, Columbus and Asheville, NC. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 23 at 10am local time.
Al Jourgensen Says Paul Barker Will Rejoin Ministry & Record Band’s Final Album -
In a recent interview with Chuck Armstrong of Loudwire Nights, Al Jourgensen has confirmed that he is planning to say farewell to Ministry soon. “Film scores are really where I wanna be right now,” he said (as transcribed by Blabbermouth). “After we take care of like the last couple albums, last couple tours coming up here, then, yeah, I’m pretty much into film scoring and activism.
Day In Day Out Announce 2024 Lineup Featuring The Head & The Heart, Mannequin Pussy, Bleachers & More -
Daydream State announced the full lineup of performers for its fourth annual Day In Day Out (DIDO) festival scheduled for July 12-14 at the Fisher Green Pavilion at the Seattle Center. Headliners include Seattle indie folk powerhouse The Head and the Heart; American alt-rock band Bleachers including front man, Jack Antonoff; and beloved pop artist and three-time Juno award winner Carly Rae Jepsen.
Louder Than Life Announce 2024 Lineup Featuring Slayer, Korn, Slipknot & More -
Louder Than Life returns for its 10th year in 2024! Producers Danny Wimmer Presents – one of the largest independent promoters in the U.S. – pulled out all the stops to celebrate a decade of Louder Than Life, North America’s Largest Rock Festival, including the mighty return of thrash gods Slayer to the stage.
1349 Announces Spring 2024 North American Tour Dates -
Norwegian black metal legends, 1349, have announced a tour in Eastern Canada and the U.S. this spring. The tour will kick off on May 20 in Toronto with additional stops in Brooklyn, a festival appearance at Maryland’s Deathfest, Atlanta, Cleveland and Cincinnati. It concludes on May 30 in Grand Rapids, MI. See the full list of dates below. Joining 1349 on this tour are Canadian occultists Spectral Wound, Richmond’s Antichrist Siege Machine and Oregon’s Spirit Possession. Tickets are on sale now.
Alestorm Shares Title Track & Video From New EP Voyage of the Dead Marauder -
Alestorm has released their new single, “Voyage of the Dead Marauder” the title track off of their new EP that will be out on out March 22 via Napalm Records. It’s an accelerating anthem featuring an appearance from returning guest favorite Patty Gurdy, giving the track some extra spice with a hurdy-gurdy performance and captivating vocals.
Idles Share New Coldplay-Inspired Music Video For “Grace” -
IDLES have shared the official music video for “Grace” ahead of their fifth studio album TANGK, dropping this Friday Feb 16. The concept for the video came to IDLES frontman Joe Talbot in a dream.
Porno For Pyros Kick Off Farewell Tour By Live Debuting “Little Me” & Covering Jimi Hendrix’s “Hey Gypsy Boy” -
Porno for Pyros kicked off their farewell tour in Santa Ana, CA on Monday night (2/13) with a show at The Observatory Orange County. The band played their two LPs, 1993’s self-titled and 1996’s Good God’s Urge and their two new singles, “Agua” and “Little Me” (which they played for the first time) Their encore included a cover of Jimi Hendrix’s “Hey Gypsy Boy.”Check out some fan footage and the full setlist below.
Warpaint Announce Spring 2024 U.S. Tour Dates, Share New Single & Video “Common Blue” -
After teasing fans with a potential release of new music last week, Warpain has officially announced the release of a new 7”, ‘Common Blue’ b/w ‘Underneath’, out on March 22 via Rough Trade Records and a spring West Coast headliner tour. Ticket presales start this Thursday, February 15 at 10am local time. General on-sale will be Friday, February 16 at 10am local time. See the full list of dates below Warpaint’s Theresa Wayman says of ‘Common Blue’, “It started with the chord progression on guitar.
Parole Board Rules Against Gary Glitter Prison Release -
A parole board has ruled that Gary Glitter will not be released from prison. Gadd, 79, was previously released from prison in February 2023, halfway through a 16-year sentence but was recalled six weeks later for allegedly viewing downloaded images of children. A hearing of the Parole Board concluded that Glitter should not be released at this time.
Kate Nash Shares Dynamic New Single “Change” -
Platinum-selling recording artist and actress Kate Nash has released her new single “Change.” Marking an exciting new chapter in Kate’s illustrious career, “Change” is an anthem that explores the nuances of relationships and the courage to embrace transformation. “‘Change’ is about relationships and how they are ever-evolving, constant effort is required to maintain good relationships,” Nash says about the track. “You can’t become complacent with others or with yourself.
Infected Rain Unveil Powerful Single & Video “Lighthouse” -
! In celebration of their much anticipated new album Time, Infected Rain has revealed their next single from the album called “Lighthouse”. The empowering and intense track arrives with an eerie music video, providing a thought-provoking visual atop the track’s massive grooving guitars, ethereal verses, and intense auditory shifts. Check it out below. “From the shores of our minds to the reality of our lives, Lighthouse represents a power that we hold inside of us.
Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign Share New Video For “Talking/Once Again” Featuring North West -
Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign have shared the music video for a new track ‘Talking/Once Again’ starring North West. Check out the father-daughter collaboration below. The song comes from the rappers’ long-awaited new LP, Vultures, which is set to arrive later this week after a few delays. The first volume of their project is set to arrive this Friday ahead of two further installments on March 8 and April 5.
Claudio Sanchez Shares New The Prize Fighter Inferno Single “Virtual Pioneers” -
The Prize Fighter Inferno, the beloved acoustic/electronica solo project of Coheed and Cambria’s Claudio Sanchez, has released their new single “Virtual Pioneers” along with a reimagined version of the previously released song “The Going Price For Home.” Check it out below. “‘Virtual Pioneers’ is a song I wrote and recorded on the road after reading Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin,” shares Sanchez.
You Me At Six Announce Breakup & Tease Farewell Tour -
You Me At Six has announced their split after 20 years as a band, along with details of a 2025 farewell tour. In a statement shared on Instagram, frontman Franceschi confirmed that the group is calling it quits. “When we started YMAS we were kids. We only ever wanted longevity, to travel and to experience life as a group of friends,” he explained. “We feel like on the eve of our 20th anniversary as a band, now is a good time to call time,” the caption reads.
Job For A Cowboy Unveil Intense New Single & Video “Beyond The Chemical Doorway” -
Job For A Cowboy has released the official music video for their song “Beyond The Chemical Doorway.” The track is taken from the band’s first album in 10 years, Moon Healer, set to be released on February 23 via Metal Blade. Check it out below. The new track follows the band’s previously released singles “The Agony Sleeping Storm” and “The Forever Rot.” Co-founder and member of the band Johnny Davy explains why it took the band this long to release this record.
Florence & The Machine Shares Cover Of “The White Cliffs Of Dover” For Jack Antonoff’s Upcoming The New Look Soundtrack -
Florence and the Machine has released a cover of composer Walter Kent and lyricist Nat Burton’s “(There’ll Be Bluebirds Over) The White Cliffs of Dover.” Florence Welch recorded the song with producer Jack Antonoff for his soundtrack to the new Apple TV+ show The New Look. Listen to the cover below. The New Look’s soundtrack is being released via Antonoff’s new Dirty Hit imprint, Shadow of the City.
A24 Announces Talking Heads Tribute Album Everyones Getting Involved Featuring The National, Lorde, Kevin Abstract & More, Share Paramore's Cover of "Burning Down The House" -
A24 Music has announced the compilation Everyone’s Getting Involved: A Tribute to Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense, which comes in celebration of the recent re-release of Jonathan Demme’s iconic concert film of the same name and the 40th anniversary of its accompanying soundtrack album. Everyone’s Getting Involved boasts the illustrious talents of, in alphabetical order: BADBADNOTGOOD, Blondshell, The Cavemen., Chicano Batman Feat.
Cold War Kids Share Dynamic New Single “Heaven In Your Hands” -
In celebration of their upcoming North American tour, Cold War Kids have dropped a new track titled “Heaven in Your Hands.” Clocking in at just under 3 minutes the song was produced and engineered by Casey Lagos and Photographic Memory and marks their first new music since the release of their high fidelity ranked self-titled album, which was released last year.
Guns N’ Roses Share Dark New AI Generated Music Video For “The General” -
Guns N’ Roses have unveiled an AI-generated music video for their recent single “The General.” The animated clip intersperses a narrative story with footage of the band performing live. The video sees the band performing the song, as their human forms become animated versions of themselves. In a press release, it notes that “Between the concert footage, [the video] dives into the subconscious of a young boy who stares down the monsters of dark childhood memories, blurring worlds in the process.
Orbital Announce Spring 2024 U.S. Tour Dates & Reissue Of 1991 Debut Album For April Release -
Electronic music duo Orbital is set to reissue their self-titled 1991 debut album ‘The Green Album’, on April 19. The newly remastered and overseen by band members, Phil and Paul Hartnoll. Originally released in September 1991, the highly influential record contains tracks including the breakthrough 1990 single ‘Chime’ and ‘Belfast.’ For their debut, Orbital wanted to explore wider musical textures and different rhythms.
Grandaddy Shares Balladic New Single “Long As I’m Not The One” -
As the release of Grandaddy’s hotly anticipated first new studio album in seven years, the legendary indie-rock band has released the final single from the album called.”Long as I’m Not the One.” The song is a heartbreak ballad set to a deceivingly lush, comforting composition that chugs along and envelops listeners like a warm blanket.
Bourbon & Beyond Announces 2024 Lineup Featuring My Morning Jacket, The National, Beck & More -
UPDATE 7/22: Sting’s power rock trio has been announced as replacements for Neil Young who had vacated the headlining spot after an undisclosed illness put their Love Earth tour on pause.
Ministry Shares Empowering New Track “B.D.E.” -
Ministry has shared their latest song song “B.D.E.” (aka “Big Dick Energy”). The song reflects on oxic misogyny, violence against women, and incels are the latest target Al Jourgensen takes aim at. Along with the album’s release, the band released the song’s spellbinding music video that draws the line on the poisonous behavior seen in both politics and everyday life in 2024.
Sleepytime Gorilla Museum Share Dark New Single & Video “Hush, Hush” -
Following the recent release of their forthcoming record’s first two singles “Salamander in Two Worlds” and “Burn Into Light,” Sleepytime Gorilla Museum returns today with another new cut entitled “Hush, Hush.” Carla Kihlstedt from the band spoke about the track: “‘Hush, Hush’ is a celebration of dusk, when angels and demons come out from the dusty corners of our houses and our minds to play.
Mumford & Sons Return With Collaborative New Single “Good People” Featuring Pharrell -
Mumford & Sons have announced their long-awaited return to music. The band has shared their new collaborative single “Good People,” with Pharell through Gentlemen of The Road/Glassnote Records. Listen to the single below. After reconnecting at Pharrell’s Something In The Water music festival, where the band played a headlining set last year, he asked Mumford & Sons if he could feature “Good People” in his Louis Vuitton Men’s Autumn/Winter runway show at Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday.
Chelsea Wolfe Unveils Atmospheric New Single “Everything Turns Blue” -
Chelsea Wolfe releases her final single, “Everything Turns Blue,” ahead of her new album, She Reaches Out To She Reaches Out To She, out February 9 via Loma Vista. “Everything Turns Blue” follows the previously released “Dusk,” “Whispers in the Echo Chamber” and “Tunnel Lights.” “Everything Turns Blue” is deep, smoky, cavernous, and glitchy. Wolfe’s voice is raw, honest, and carries a weight with it, emanating the feeling of burnout and also healing.
Smashing Pumpkins Receive Over 10,000 Applications For Guitarist Opening -
After announcing that they were looking for a new guitarist, the Smashing Pumpkins received an overwhelming amount of applicants. In a X post, the band says that they received “over 10,000 submissions for the position of additional guitarist.” They also say they have “8 people working full-time to review each and every one.” An announcement of who will be the band’s new guitarist will be revealed at a later date.
Diddy’s Diageo Tequila Lawsuit Reaches Settlement -
Sean “Diddy” Combs and alcohol brand Diageo settled Tuesday regarding a lawsuit over their tequila partnership. Combs claimed in the lawsuit that Diageo had breached their agreement by failing to adequately support his DeLeón brand of tequila.
Shabazz Palaces Announce New Album Exotic Birds of Prey For March 2024 Release, Share New Single "Angela” -
Shabazz Palaces has announced their new album Exotic Birds of Prey will be released this spring. Noted as a seven-song mini album, it will be available on CD, LP and digital streaming platforms worldwide from Sub Pop. Along with the album announcement, they released their latest single “Angela” featuring Stas Thee Boss and Irene Barber. Check it out below. Exotic Birds of Prey is the follow-up to Robed in Rareness, his well-received album from October 2023.
Holy Wars Share Moving New Video For “Tension//Release” -
Sonic shapeshifters, Holy Wars, have released a poignant new music video directed by Arden Fisher for “Tension//Release.” The brand new visual accompanies the powerfully visceral final track from their late 2023 EP, ‘Cult Classic’ and provides a visual embodiment of the suffocating emotional push and pull of coping with grief. Speaking on the song’s creation, Kat shares “This song is a special one to me.
Hangout Festival Announces 2024 Lineup Featuring Lana Del Rey, Alison Wonderland, All Time Low & More -
Hangout Music Festival is excited to reveal its 2024 lineup, featuring an eclectic group of artists set to perform on the white sand beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama this May 17-19. Headed into its thirteenth edition, Hangout has become a state of mind where life is a party, a happy place with good vibes only, and a beachside daydream where sun-drenched lifelong memories are made.
Skepta Removes Artwork For Single “Gas Me Up (Diligent)” After Holocaust Comparison Claims -
Skepta has released a statement about the claims that are made about the artwork for his upcoming new single references the Holocaust. In a statement on X today (January 10), the rapper addressed the controversy while talking about the inspiration behind his new material and its accompanying imagery.
Duane Davis’ Bail Set At $750,000 In Tupac Murder Case Following House Arrest Approval -
A judge has set bail on Tuesday at $750,000 for former Los Angeles-area gang leader Duane Davis. Davis is being charged with orchestrating the killing of hip-hop icon Tupac Shakur in 1996 and said he can serve house arrest with electronic monitoring ahead of his trial in June. Court-appointed attorneys for Duane “Keffe D” Davis told The Associated Press after the hearing in Las Vegas that they believe he can post bail. They had asked for bail of not more than $100,000.
G.Love & Special Sauce’s Self-Titled 30th Anniversary Album Announced For January 2024 Release Featuring 11 Previously Unreleased Tracks -
G. Love & Special Sauce has announced that they will be re-releasing their debut album, remastered and newly expanded for its 30th anniversary G. Love & Special Sauce (30th Anniversary Expanded Edition) will be available on all streaming, download and digital music partners Friday, January 12. “Cold Beverage – Live at the Knitting Factory, NYC, NY – 7/20/1994,” which is a previously unreleased live version of the classic album’s breakout track, has been newly remastered and is available today.
Tony Iommi & Brian May Team Up To Play Black Sabbath’s “Paranoid” -
Two legends. One iconic cover. Queen’s Brian May and Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi. The two come together in a new video performing the Sabbath classic “Paranoid.” The pairing of the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers comes courtesy of the Sky Arts documentary series Greatest Guitar Riffs.
Noel Gallagher Shares New Demo “In A Little While” -
Noel Gallagher has dropped his latest acoustic new demo track titled ‘In A Little While.’ The song is a gloomy yet hopeful tune. Check it out below. The former Oasis member released the song as a new demo from his High Flying Birds project. Gallagher first teased the track on his X/Twitter account on New Year’s Eve, sharing a snippet of the new song with the caption simply stating its title and release date.
Former Mr. Bungle Member Theo Lengyel Arrested In Alleged Connection With Girlfriend’s Murder -
Former member of the California art-metal band of Mr. Bungle Theobald “Theo” Lengyel has been arrested for the murder of his girlfriend. Local ABC affiliate KRCR reports that police in Capitola, California arrested Lengyel on Tuesda (January 2) after the remains of Alice “Alyx” Kamakaokalani were discovered in a Berkeley park. According to police, Lengyel was taken into custody without incident.
T.I. & Tiny Sued For Alleged 2005 Sexual Assault -
Rapper T.I. And his wife Tiny Harris are facing a new civil lawsuit that claims they drugged and sexually assaulted a woman they met in Los Angeles nightclub in 2005. The complaint was filed on Tuesday (January 2) in a Los Angeles court.Lawyers of the woman, who remains anonymous, says T.I. (Clifford Harris) and Tiny (Tameka Harris) gave her a spiked drink after she had met them in a VIP section of a club.
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