The Black Keys

The Black Keys

Formed in Akron, OH, the one-time bowling capital of America, Blues-Rock duo The Black Keys (Dan Auerbach – guitar/vocals and Pat Carney – drums) were part of the early ‘00’s lo-fi movement (stripping away all the technical enhancements to get to a more organic sound). Oddly, they didn’t acquire their name from a piano (the…

Hole

Hole

Where does this story begin? For most, any awareness of Courtney Love or Hole probably began with Kurt Cobain. Kurt and Courtney, the John and Yoko of the ‘90s, living in the pop culture spotlight – married with child. “Oh, she’s just riding on his fame,” was often heard. Love had founded Hole, along with…

“An Evening With Heart” Coming

“An Evening With Heart” Coming

Heart, who are currently on the North American leg of the “Royal Flush“ trek, have announced “An Evening With Heart” spring/summer tour that will begin May 31st at the Hard Rock in Atlantic City and conclude on June 28th in Hollywood, FL. The band will perform two separate sets each night. Last Friday’s “Royal Flush” kick-off show marked Heart’s…

The Offspring’s Summer Trek

The Offspring’s Summer Trek

The Offspring have announced the North American leg of their “Supercharged Worldwide In ’25” tour. The 34-date run, with special guests Jimmy Eat World and New Found Glory, will launch July 11th in West Palm Beach. “Supercharged Worldwide In ’25” North American Tour Dates: Ticket Information July 11 – West Palm Beach, FL@ iThink Financial AmphitheatreJuly 12 – Tampa,…

Falling In Reverse Top Mainstream Rock

Falling In Reverse Top Mainstream Rock

Falling In Reverse have scored their fourth #1 on Billboard‘s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart (dated 3/8) with “Bad Guy,” featuring Saraya (pictured above). It’s her first Billboard chart topper. The professional wrestler dated the band’s lead singer Ronnie Radke for six years through last year. It’s the band’s second song in a row to top the chart following their…

The Darkness Are “Walking Through Fire”

The Darkness Are “Walking Through Fire”

The Darkness have released “Walking Through Fire,” the fourth single from the band’s upcoming eighth album, “Dreams On Toast,” due March 28th. “The life of an artist is grueling endeavor, leavened with rare moments of shining success,” offered frontman Justin Hawkins. “We wade through sweet treacle every day, to make things for others to love. To rephrase…

The Pretenders – The Best

The Pretenders – The Best

Having released their self-titled debut (with “Stop Your Sobbing,” “Brass In Pocket” and the jangling “Mystery Achievement) and “Pretenders II” (containing “Message Of Love,” “I Go To Sleep” and “Talk Of The Town”) The Pretenders’ story took a tragic turn. Bassist Peter Farndon was rolling out of control due to drugs and alcohol. The decision…

Halestorm – 10 Best

Halestorm – 10 Best

 “As a kid, when a lot of my friends were into Backstreet Boys, I attached myself to Alice Cooper, Cinderella, and Van Halen,” Lzzy Hale, Halestorm frontwoman, said in an interview. Halestorm, essentially a melodic Metal outfit, regularly displays those influences. #10. Amen According to Halestorm frontwoman Lzzy Hale “the song is about personal freedom…

Dorothy Martin Hits The Road

Dorothy Martin Hits The Road

Dorothy Martin has announced a headlining 2025 tour. The announcement follows the premiere of her video for “Tombstone Town,” featuring Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash. The video made its broadcast premiere on MTV Live, MTVU and MTV Biggest Pop, marking a Dorothy career milestone. “The song (Tombstone”) is an excerpt from my diary — born out of betrayal and heartache,” explained Dorothy. “The…

Papa Roach Support Suicide Prevention

Papa Roach Support Suicide Prevention

During their sold-out U.K. tour, Papa Roach presented a check for £20,000 (approximately $24,800) to the suicide prevention charity Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) before their show at Wembley Arena (on 2/8). “Not only have the band raised vital funds for our life-saving work, but they’ve started a conversation on a global scale about suicide prevention,” noted…