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Brian Eno talks remixing David Bowie on “powerful” new release ‘Get Real’ to combat climate change
Brian Eno has spoken about his “powerful” David Bowie collaboration ‘Get Real’ which he is now reworking as part of a new climate change album project. The record, titled ‘Sounds Right’, has been developed by Eno in conjunction with the Museum for the United Nations, in the lead-up to Earth Day on April 22. Aurora and London Grammar are among the other artists enlisted as part of the project. ‘Sounds Right’ also sees Mother Nature becoming recognised as an official artist, with her own profile on major streaming platforms, with tracks posted that include sounds from the natural world,...
Watch Creed reunite for first show in 12 years
Creed reunited and played their first show in 12 years as part of the “Summer of 99” cruise last night (April 18). The band – comprised of Scott Stapp, Brian Marshall, Scott Phillips, Mark Tremonti and touring guitarist Eric Friedman – performed a 16-track setlist for the attendees. They opened with their 1999 track ‘Are You Ready?’ and followed that with fan favourites such as ‘Torn’, ‘My Own Prison’, ‘Weathered’ and ‘Faceless Man’. To end the set, Creed performed their hits ‘With Arms Wide Open’ and ‘Higher’. Stapp took a moment to lead the crowd into a rendition of...
ASTRO’s JinJin drops ‘Fly’, featuring vocals from late bandmate Moonbin
ASTRO’s JinJin has unveiled a new song titled ‘Fly’, featuring vocals from late bandmate Moonbin. ASTRO’s JinJin released ‘Fly’ on April 19, which is the anniversary of Moonbin’s death. The song features rap verses by JinJin, pared by a chorus that features vocals from Moonbin. The track dropped alongside a music video that follows JinJin as he walks along a shore, holding a bouquet of daffodils as a tribute to his late bandmate. “I shine myself under a new light / To the place where the dream is engraved / Fly away, just fly away / Fly higher,” Moonbin sings...
Allman Brothers co-founder and guitarist Dickey Betts dies, age 80
Dickey Betts, the guitarist and co-founder of The Allman Brothers Band, has died at the age of 80. The news was confirmed by his manager, who told Rolling Stone that the musician had passed away today (April 18) from cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. “The legendary performer, songwriter, bandleader and family patriarch was at his home in Osprey, Florida, surrounded by his family,” read an official statement. “Dickey was larger than life, and his loss will be felt worldwide. At this difficult time, the family asks for prayers and respect for their privacy in the coming days. More...
Soojin to make her comeback with new solo music in May
South Korean singer Soojin will make her comeback this May with new solo music. This is according to a new report by South Korean news agency Korea JoongAng Daily, which cites a press release by Soojin’s label BRD Entertainment. The release will reportedly “showcase a different side of Soojin while maintaining her unique allure”. The singer’s official X (former Twitter) account has also since re-posted an article by news outlet DongA, confirming that the singer will be releasing new music this May. 수진, ‘아가씨’ 이후 5월 컴백 확정 🔗 https://t.co/hu7vUUrrpg#수진 #SOOJIN — SOOJIN OFFICIAL (@BRD_SOOJIN) April 18, 2024 Advertisement Soojin’s...
Dozens more artists join Great Escape 2024 boycott, as half the line-up demands festival drop Barclays sponsor in solidarity with Palestine
Dozens more artists have joined a boycott of this year’s Great Escape festival, with over half the line-up demanding the festival drop their sponsorship with Barclays in solidarity with Palestine. The Brighton-based festival is sponsored by the bank, which has been a source of controversy amid the current events in Gaza because of the bank’s financial investment in companies that supply arms to Israel. The issue was first highlighted by a petition started by the promoter How to Catch a Pig and the band The Menstrual Cramps, and has since been signed by artists including Kneecap, Lambrini Girls, Alfie...
Metallica’s James Hetfield has a new tattoo with Lemmy’s ashes in it
Metallica frontman James Hetfield has shown off his latest tattoo, which is a tribute to late Motörhead legend Lemmy Kilmister. READ MORE: Metallica – ’72 Seasons’ review: metal masters make a relentless return Today (April 17), Hetfield took to Metallica’s Instagram to show off the tattoo, etched on his middle finger. The tattoo is of a spade inside what appears to be an iron cross symbol – a symbol that Hetfield has incorporated on his guitars in the past. The singer also a tattoo of an iron cross on his elbow. However, the tattoo isn’t a regular tribute to Lemmy, it also...
‘Trainspotting’ actor Vincent Friell dies aged 64
Vincent Friell, the actor best known for his role in Trainspotting, has died at the age of 64. The Scottish actor appeared in Danny Boyle’s 1996 film playing the father of Kelly Macdonald’s character Diane. His other credits include the 1985 cult classic Restless Natives, in which he played Will ‘The Wolfman’. The news was confirmed by his agent, who said he died “unexpectedly in hospital” on April 14. “There has been an outpouring of love from actors, directors, writers, creatives and crew who admired his work as a gifted actor and loved him as a gentle, kind, warmhearted friend with a...
Neil Young considering performing lost ‘Cortez The Killer’ verses on Crazy Horse tour
Neil Young has revealed that he has uncovered the “lost verses” from the 1975 song ‘Cortez The Killer’, and that he’s considering playing them during his upcoming tour with Crazy Horse. READ MORE: Neil Young & Crazy Horse – ‘Barn’ review: rugged and rural beauty, with a sense of hope According to a Rolling Stone report, Neil Young recently hosted a Zoom session with a handful of fans who are subscribed to his official website. During this call, Young revealed that he had recently found “the other verses” from ‘Cortez The Killer’ that were either cut from the song, or...Recent Posts
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