Billy Corgan announces future plans
Smashing Pumpkin’s lead singer, Billy Corgan, has announced on his blog that fans should be expecting new songs by this fall, October to be exact. Jeff Schroeder and Ginger Reyes are the only band mates mentioned thus far. The new drummer to replace Jimmy Chamberlin is yet to be announced.
In Remembrance: Jeff Hanson of M.I.J. (1978-2009)
The Minneapolis Star Tribune is reporting that singer-songwriter Jeff Hanson was found dead Friday, June 5 at his apartment in St. Paul. He was 31. Hanson’s sister Sara has made a statement saying the death was most likely accidental and caused from a fall at his new residence. She also emphasized that it was not...
AltPress exclusive: Gaslight Anthem fall tour dates revealed
Just yesterday, we brought you news of the Gaslight Anthem‘s fall tour, but at the time, only a few dates had leaked out. Well, we at Alternative Press are pleased as punch to present to you the current routing for Gaslight’s fall headlining tour. Murder By Death will support on all dates, with a variety...
Tim Armstrong says Operation Ivy reunion unlikely
Rancid vocalist/guitarist Tim Armstrong recently opened up about the possibility of his former band, punk institution Operation Ivy, ever reuniting. In an interview with the Los Angeles Times, Armstrong said:
"I love what we did back then, but what we do now is move forward. To go back 20 years wouldn’t feel right. I’m super...
Black Anvil sign to Relapse Records
According to a Twitter update from Relapse Records, black-metal thrashers Black Anvil have signed to the label.
Alec Empire confirms European tour dates with Nine Inch Nails
One-man electronica band Alec Empire has confirmed several European tour dates with Nine Inch Nails. Those stops are below: Jun 23 2009 7:00P @ Malta, Poznan Jun 24 2009 7:00P @ O2, Prague Jul 20 2009 7:00P @ Vrahon, Theatre Athens Jul 24 2009 7:00P @ Syma Sport and Event Centr, Budapest Jul 28 2009...
Exclusive Book Excerpt: Vans Off The Wall
You already own the iconic slip-ons; now you need this coffee table book on one of your fave shoe brands. Featuring loads of photos and extreme-sports athlete/band member testimonials, it’s a must-have for everyone who’s ever rocked the checkerboards on their feet. AP’s got a sneak peek at some of the stills from the book,...
Meg And Dia launch contest for latest single
Utah sister act Meg And Dia have announced a contest in conjuction with their latest video. Check out all the details below in a video message from the duo.
A Skylit Drive to stream Adelphia this weekend on MySpace Music
A Skylit Drive will be streaming their entire new album, Adelphia, through MySpace Music beginning this Saturday, June 6. The free listen will continue throughout the weekend, ending on Sunday.
The sophomore album from A Skylit Drive hits stores June 9.