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The legendary soul singer, Michael ‘Jimmy’ James, has passed away at the age of 84. Born in Jamaica, James founded the band The Vagabonds in 1960. The band moved to the UK in 1964 and was known for its soulful sound, which often incorporated ska, R&B, and big band standards. Over the course of their… Continue reading The Vagabonds frontman Jimmy James has died, aged 84

Avril Lavigne has addressed the long-standing conspiracy theory that she died in 2003 and was replaced by a body double named Melissa. The theory gained traction in the early 2000s, and it has remained a popular talking point in the pop-punk singer’s career. In a recent appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast with Alex… Continue reading Avril Lavigne addresses body double conspiracy theory: “It’s so dumb”

Kevin Parker, the frontman and mastermind behind Tame Impala, has sold his entire music catalogue to Sony Music Publishing. This follows a global deal he signed with the company last year, which gave them control of all his future releases. The new deal will also encompass all of his past releases. However, the details of… Continue reading Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker sells entire past and future catalogue to Sony Music

The official trailer for the second season of HBO Max’s “House Of The Dragon” has been released. The trailer shows Aegon II and Rhaenyra Targaryen in a Targaryen civil war, also known as the Dance of the Dragons, with each trying to claim Iron Throne. Led by Rhaenyra and Daemon, The Blacks plan an invasion… Continue reading ‘House Of The Dragon’ season 2 trailer previews Targaryen civil war

The Blood Brothers, a post-hardcore band from the US, have revealed their first tour in a decade. On May 14, the long-dormant group took to social media to announce the 16-date tour, which is set to begin in November and run through to December. The tour plans to cover North America’s San Francisco, Los Angeles,… Continue reading The Blood Brothers announce first tour in a decade and reissue of ‘Crimes’

The world of rock music is in mourning following the announcement that veteran American drummer John Barbata has died at the age of 79. Barbata was best known for his work with legendary bands, Jefferson Starship and Jefferson Airplane. His death was confirmed on Monday May 13, 2024, by Jefferson Starship via their official Facebook… Continue reading Jefferson Starship drummer John Barbata has died, age 79

A new festival called The Best Day Ever has been announced by the rapper Aminé, which will take place in Portland, Oregon in August. The festival is designed to showcase his closest friends and collaborators in the music industry, including acts like Kaytranada, BADBADNOTGOOD, and Toro y Moi, among others. The headliners of the two-day… Continue reading Aminé to launch new festival The Best Day Ever in Portland this August

Slipknot guitarist Jim Root has divulged the details of how Eloy Casagrande became the band’s new drummer. In April, Casagrande was identified as Jay Weinberg’s replacement, who was let go in late 2021. Since joining the group, Casagrande has opened up about his decision to leave Brazilian metal titans Sepultura for Slipknot. Root shared in… Continue reading Slipknot’s Jim Root says the band “didn’t even try” auditioning anyone besides Eloy Casagrande

Denny’s has been bestowed with high praise from Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist, Flea, in a recent speech featured on John Mulaney’s show, “Everybody’s in LA”. Mulaney joked that Flea could be found anywhere in Los Angeles before finally locating him, giving the outspoken musician the floor. Flea began by stating that he was never… Continue reading Watch Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Flea deliver passionate speech about “magical place” Denny’s

Childish Gambino, also known as Donald Glover, has announced the list of cities that he will be performing in for his upcoming “New World” tour. The tour will take place across the UK, Europe, North America, Australia, and New Zealand, with the list of cities published in alphabetical order on the tour’s website. While the… Continue reading Here’s every city Childish Gambino will perform in for the ‘New World’ tour