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10 of the most influential musicians who passed away far too young
Many artists have changed both the lives of individual fans and the entirety of music history as it stands. Each musical contribution is immeasurable, but some bands, singers, instrumentalists, producers and more have changed the scope of our understanding of what music even is. Within a short span of time, people such as Kurt Cobain […]
11 bands that prove the Rolling Stones' influence on punk was enormous
The Rolling Stones invented the very notion of the modern rock ‘n’ roll band. Which means, in turn, their impact on punk rock and alternative music was total. This is the point where there’ll be a loud and noisy exit from our tale. “Aw, c’mon maaaan! No way! The Stones have had it!” True. They […]
Finn Wolfhard’s band, Calpurnia, announce debut EP, share lively new song
[Photo by: Leeor Wild] After the release of their debut single “City Boy” last month, Calpurnia announced their debut EP, Scout, along with the release of their new song “Louie.” Read more: Finn Wolfhard’s band, Calpurnia, make Billboard chart debut with first single “'Louie' is the lively and colourful product of a studio transformation. This track features […]
Nikki Sixx speaks against pharma companies over opioid epidemic
It’s no secret that Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx has struggled with addictions, so his words on the current opioid epidemic hold considerable weight. Sixx recently appeared on MSNBC’s The Beat yesterday (Aug 29) and put big pharma companies to task on the issue. Read More: Rolling Stones Keith Richards uses specialized ashtray for Mick Jagger The discussion came about […]
The Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft gets his song back from Rolling Stones
“Bitter Sweet Symphony” by the Verve was one of the most enduring alt-rock tracks of the late ’90s. It propelled the Wigan, U.K.-based band—fronted by vocalist/songwriter Richard Ashcroft—everywhere. And it also broke them up. The hit song’s major hook was a sample from a version of the Rolling Stones’ song “The Last Time” that appeared on […]
8 punk bands who rocked the ’70s scene alongside the Ramones
“HEY! HO! LET’S GO!” You know the chant well. It’s been shouted at every sporting event since at least the mid-’90s. It is one of the foundational texts of punk, the Ramones‘ “Blitzkrieg Bop.” Of course, Australian punk drumming YouTube sensation Kye Smith has cut a skate-punk arrangement with members of Teenage Bottlerocket. It’s where […]
Chrissie Hynde never really wanted to be punk-rock royalty
Since 1978, the Pretenders’ outspoken singer/songwriter/rhythm guitarist Chrissie Hynde and her band have brought sophisticated compositional smarts and instrumental chops to punk rock. They took the music to radio and MTV in the early ’80s, subversively selling it to people who thought they were just listening to exciting rock ’n’ roll. Hynde spoke exclusively to […]
Win an Epiphone Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior
There is no doubt that Green Day leader Billie Joe Armstrong is a great guitarist, punk rock or not. He gets great tone and comes up with solid, catchy riffs and tight, tuneful leads. His most iconic guitar is “Blue,” the heavily stickered Fernandes Stratocaster copy his mother bought him for his 11th birthday. It […]
Top 10 unexpected movie cameos by musicians
Musicians have been making cameos in popular films and franchises for decades. Most of the time they’re small roles that aren’t out of the ordinary, such as Halsey’s appearance in the latest adaptation of A Star Is Born. From Fall Out Boy landing in Amish country to Billie Joe Armstrong yelling “Shut the fuck up,” […]
10 punk guitarists who took a unique approach to the genre in the '10s
When the ball dropped in New York City’s Times Square at the stroke of midnight Dec. 31, 2009, punk rock had been around 35 years. (Or 33, depending on if you date the subculture from when the Ramones began playing gigs or from the mythic Punk Year Zero of 1977.) It was well into its […]
