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On this day… The Library of Congress announced that Queen’s 1975 single “Bohemian Rhapsody” will be added to the National Recording Registry. “’Bohemian Rhapsody’ breaks nearly every rule in the playbook for Rock songs: it starts with a gentle a cappella intro; it has a complex structure without a chorus; and it clocks in at nearly…
Linkin Park have delivered a career-spanning ‘greatest hits’ compilation, “Papercuts (Singles Collection 2000–2023.” The twenty-song package includes 18 anthems plus the previously unreleased “Friendly Fire” and “QWERTY,” which appeared only on the band’s fan club-exclusive demo albums. The power ballad “Friendly Fire,” recorded in ’17, features lead vocals by the late Chester Bennington (pictured). “There was a song,…
Cirque du Soleil announced on 4/9 that “The Beatles Love” run at the former Mirage hotel will come to an end on July 7th. The show has been a fixture on the Strip for 18 years and was the only live show that was licensed to use The Beatles’ music catalog. The Mirage is in the midst…
On this day… Jack White’s “Boarding House Reach” was #1 on the Billboard 200 with first-week sales of 124,000 copies. It was his third consecutive chart-topping record as a solo artist. “Boarding House Reach” was written in Nashville and recorded throughout ’17 in Nashville, New York City, and L.A. White produced and co-mixed the Blues Rock set and,…
On this day… Alice In Chains (AIC) confirmed that William DuVall was the group’s new frontman, replacing the late Layne Staley. In early 2000, Duvall’s band Comes With The Fall moved to Los Angeles. Within days, Duvall met Alice In Chains guitarist Jerry Cantrell though a mutual acquaintance. Cantrell staring hanging out with the band…
“Moments That Shook Music: Kurt Cobain” will air Saturday, April 13thon BBC iPlayer and BBC 2. The documentary chronicles the days just prior to the Nirvana frontman’s suicide on April 5th, ’94, and the immediate ramifications. “The documentary aims to demystify that moment and tell the story in a direct and accurate way with footage shot by the people…
Five Finger Death Punch have delivered a digital deluxe edition of “AfterLife,” the band’s ninth studio album. The deluxe version has the album’s original tracks plus four bonus tracks: three acoustic versions of “The End,” “Judgement Day” and “Thanks For Asking” plus “This Is The Way,” featuring the late rapper DMX. “AfterLife” was FFDP’s first album with guitarist Andy James, who replaced Jason Hook in ’20.
Marking the 25th anniversary of Buckcherry’s self-titled debut album frontman and founding member Josh Todd will host a series of “The Story Behind The Song And Album,” providing insight on the key moments writing and recording the album. The videos, which will launch April 6th, will be released on the band’s website and social media through the…
Imagine Dragons have released “Eyes Closed.” “After taking some time off the road and spending time catching up with family and loved ones, I finally have felt the desire to go back to the sonic places that originally brought me the most joy, but with a new outlook and mentality,” offered the band’s Dan Reynolds….
Heart’s “Royal Flush“ tour with Cheap Trick will launch later this month with a newly added concerts in the fall. See below for dates. Led by Ann and Nancy Wilson, Heart has sold over 35 million albums worldwide, garnering 20 Top 40 singles including “Barracuda,” “Crazy On You” “Who Will You Run To?” and “These Dreams.” In addition to Ann…