Music News: An interview with Vampire Weekend's Ezra Koenig June 12, 2019 Backstage at the Armory in Minneapolis, Jade had the chance to catch up with Vampire Weekend frontman Ezra Koenig. In the news today: White Sox take heat for celebrating 'disco demolition,' Spice Girls animated movie planned, rapper Bushwick Bill has died at 52, Radiohead dropped 18 hours of rare audio, and a 2008 fire is revealed to have destroyed priceless master recordings. Plus, this week in music history and a dive into new tunes from Iron & Wine and Calexico; Bruce Springsteen; Mattiel; and Madonna. Plus, Adele raps!
Music News: Jack White finally meets Jack Black June 7, 2019 Can all the 'Jack Grey' jokes stop now? In other news: iTunes is ending; Roky Erickson has died at 71; Billboard is launching songwriter and producer charts; and Blink-182 are playing 'Enema of the State' front-to-back on tour. Plus, a look back at this week in music history and new releases from Aurora, Emeli Sande, Dylan LeBlanc, and Silversun Pickups...and Keanu Reeves goes viral just for walking to music.
Music News: Elton John biopic 'Rocketman' hits theaters May 31, 2019 How's the new Elton John movie? Pretty great, say Jade and Jay. Also in the news today: labels are paying more to sign artists, 'Old Town Road' continues to ride tall, and two music stars are releasing books on Oct. 1. Plus, highlights of this week in music history and new releases from Bedouine, Patti Smith, Sinkane, and Ian Noe - plus, how Billie Eilish's 'Bad Guy' is going viral every which way.
Music News: Rolling Stones give 'Bitter Sweet Symphony' songwriting credit back to the Verve May 23, 2019 Two decades after suing the Verve for songwriting credit on 'Bitter Sweet Symphony,' the Rolling Stones have given it back. Also in the news today: the Netherlands win Eurovision, a synth repairman accidentally trips on vintage LSD, 'Bongo Rock' drummer Preston Epps dies, Natalie Portman criticizes Moby's portrayal of their relationship, and Aretha Franklin's three maybe-wills. Plus, music history highlights and new LPs from Cate Le Bon, Justin Townes Earle, Sebadoh, and Sting, as well as a 'Runaway Train' remake.
Music News: Eurovision lands in Tel Aviv, amid protests May 16, 2019 The annual Eurovision music contest is taking place in Tel Aviv, amid protests. Also in the news this week: Vampire Weekend hit number one, Soundgarden announce immersive film events, and punk pioneer Susan Beschta dies at 67. Plus, an interview with the Rock Bottom Remainders and a new book chronicles the history of Run-DMC's "Walk This Way" cover. Also, new releases from The National; Alex Lahey; Tyler, the Creator; and Carly Rae Jepsen. Plus, Mick's got his moves-like-Jagger back.
Music News: Musicians slam industry for poor support of mental health needs May 9, 2019 A new study finds four-fifths of young musicians report mental health challenges, and the vast majority say the industry isn't doing enough to support artists in that respect. Also in the news today: Common describes childhood abuse, Rolling Stone rolls out charts to challenge Billboard, and Tinder is targeting festival-goers seeking connections. Plus, music history highlights involving Prince, Buffalo Springfield, and Tom Waits; new music from Jamila Woods, Charly Bliss, Mac DeMarco, and Mavis Staples; and Lizzo goes viral by wearing her Met Gala look to the airport. Bonus: In honor of Mother's Day, Virginia Grohl talks about being a rock star mom!
Music News: Woodstock 50 is off. Or is it? May 2, 2019 Is Woodstock 50 happening? The anniversary festival's promoter and its backers can't seem to agree. Also in the news this week: Spotify reaches a landmark, and Drake's the big winner at the Billboard Music Awards. Plus: a look back at this week in music history, a new release roundup, an explainer on Taylor Swift's reference-laden new video, and a conversation with the legendary Alan Parsons.
Music News: Bruce Springsteen announces new album, 'Western Stars' April 25, 2019 Huge new Bruce Springsteen and Prince album announcements lead today's Music News. Plus, Jade and Jay spotlight new LPs from the Cranberries, Marina, Craig Finn, and Guided By Voices, as well as the new FKA twigs single 'Cellophane.'
Music News: Academic conference to examine 'the connection between Phish and philosophy' April 24, 2019 If you're a Phish fan who's also a deep thinker, make your way to Oregon State next month. Also in the news today: Record Store Day sets vinyl sales record, Britney says she's okay, Michael Jackson musical moving forward, compilation master Gary Stewart dies at 62, and Lil Dicky goes viral with star-studded Earth Day song.
Music News: Unfinished Prince memoir gets publication date April 22, 2019 A memoir that Prince started writing prior to his 2016 death will be published Oct. 29, with supplemental commentary by his editor. Also in the news today: M.I.A. responds to Sri Lanka bombings, Woodstock 50 delays ticket sale, one musician marriage ends and another begins. Plus, a roundup of Coachella weekend two news, and Florence Welch's 'Game of Thrones' song.