Martin Phillipps obituary Singer and songwriter whose band, the Chills, were pioneers of the melodic, offbeat lo-fi rock known as the Dunedin sound The Guardian - UK · Jul 30, 2024
‘Looks like £400 a month. That can’t be right!’ Readers on their music spending Are you keeping an eye on spending thanks to expensive vinyl and concert tickets? Guardian readers explain how they’re keeping fandom alive in a cost of living crisis The Guardian - UK · Jul 30, 2024
“It’s time to reclaim your performance space”: D’Addario just launched a mic stand that attaches directly to your pedalboard – and only takes up the space of one standard stompbox The XPND Pedalboard Mic Stand creates a clever solution for guitarists tasked with tackling tiny stages Guitar World · Jul 30, 2024
“Leo Fender got it wrong and Hendrix corrected it”: Richard Fortus explains the simple tweaks used by Jimi Hendrix and Joe Perry that improved the Stratocaster beyond its original design Fortus has made the two relatively straightforward adjustments to his own signature Strat-style guitar, as he believes they both vastly improve a Stratocaster's tone Guitar World · Jul 30, 2024
“He came backstage for a wee kiss and a cuddle.” Kneecap share their memories of meeting “massive fan” Noel Gallagher at this summer's Glastonbury festival “I've been a massive fan of Blur my whole life, so growing up I was like, I want to meet this fella” Louder · Jul 30, 2024
Lana Del Rey's 'Born To Die' Marks 5 Years On U.K. Chart Lana Del Rey's 'Born to Die' album celebrates five years on U.K. chart, showcasing enduring popularity and timeless music. Top News · Jul 30, 2024
Orville Peck Redefines Country Music With 'Stampede' Album Orville Peck's 'Stampede' album showcases his unique artistry through diverse collaborations and unconventional covers, offering a fresh perspective on cou... Top News · Jul 30, 2024
Pavement/Zwan/Dirty Three supergroup Hard Quartet share debut single Earth Hater, announce first US and UK shows Looking for a new ultra-credible indie-rock supergroup? The Hard Quartet have got you covered Louder · Jul 30, 2024
Orville Peck makes queer country for everyone. On ‘Stampede,’ stars like Willie Nelson join the fun It is not easy to be an outsider in country music, but Orville Peck has made a career out of it The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2024
“We’re young, hungry, and we want to punch people in the balls”: Nu metal up-and-comers Vended announce debut album and US headline tour As Vended announce their self-titled debut, read our exclusive interview with singer Griffin Taylor and drummer Simon Crahan Metal Hammer · Jul 30, 2024
Eminem's Latest Album Success Could Lead To Grammy Nominations Eminem's triumphant return with 'The Death of Slim Shady' album, topping charts and poised for Grammy success. Will he add to his impressive Grammy collect... Top News · Jul 30, 2024
“I’m sure our paths will cross”: Sammy Hagar on whether we’ll ever see Wolfgang Van Halen join the Best Of All Worlds tour Hagar hopes to take the tour to South America and Europe, which could increase the chances of a Wolfgang guest spot in the future Guitar World · Jul 30, 2024
Steven Van Zandt: ‘Every Springsteen needs a guy reminding them they were once nobody’ As a HBO new documentary airs on Sky, the guitarist from the E Street Band talks to Craig McLean about being Springsteen’s right-hand man, acting in ‘The Sopranos’, fighting for Nelson Mandela, and how the corporate takeover has changed music forever The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2024
"I did a Mountain Dew commercial": Velvet Revolver guitarist Dave Kushner on making a living as a musician away from the limelight "You have to be resourceful" MusicRadar · Jul 30, 2024
MusicRadar · Jul 30, 2024 “While his life was cut short, so many other talented artists continue to express themselves within those magical walls”: 38 unreleased Jimi Hendrix tracks to feature on new film and CD/vinyl box set celebrating Electric Lady Studios The epic Electric Lady Studios: A Jimi Hendrix Vision is stuffed with unheard treasures, 5.1 surround sound mixes, and is essential listening and viewing for Hendrix fans. It drops on 13 September
Guitar World · Jul 30, 2024 “The Steve Morse stuff is very different to the early Ritchie Blackmore stuff. Nobody can do it better than them”: Simon McBride on how he’s made the Deep Purple catalog his own – while paying homage to the icons who came before him McBride was appointed Deep Purple's lead guitarist in 2022, following in the footsteps of some of the most revered players of all time
Guitar World · Jul 30, 2024 Understanding and recognizing guitar intervals is a fundamental musical skill – this lesson will train both brain and ear and enhance your melodic sensibility Andy Wood's debut column for Guitar World is an essential study for players looking to have a greater knowledge of the fretboard and how root notes relate with each individual note in a melody
Guitar World · Jul 30, 2024 “You hear two notes and you know who it is. What a unique thing he created. Without singing a note in his entire life – what a voice”: The life, times and twangin’ tones of rock ’n’ roll pioneer Duane Eddy The good-humoured architect of twang died on 30 April, but his legacy is a guitar tone for the ages, forever evoking greasers, flick knives and hot-rods
Louder · Jul 30, 2024 "We have been ‘prog-wizards’ but now it's time to show our ability to write pop choruses and catchy rock anthems": Von Hertzen Brothers to release ninth studio album In Murmuration in October Finnish proggers Von Hertzen Brothers will play four album launch shows in the UK in November and December
Metal Hammer · Jul 30, 2024 Hammerfall singer doesn’t like being called ‘power metal’: “I think heavy metal is enough” Joacim Cans pulls Hammerfall away from the power metal genre in a new Metal Hammer interview
Guitar World · Jul 30, 2024 “Spark 2 is like taking Madison Square Garden wherever you go”: Positive Grid is launching its groundbreaking Spark 2 desktop amp with a live premiere event featuring Nuno Bettencourt and Periphery's Jake Bowen – watch now Hosted by Guitar World's own Paul Riario, the star-studded event will give viewers an early look and listen to the already-lauded amp
MusicRadar · Jul 30, 2024 Issue 412 of Future Music is out now Ultimate Drum Machines. Plus: Actress, Max Cooper, Moog Labyrinth, Kiasmos, Elsy Wameyo, Reason 13 masterclass, Dreadbox Murmux Adept & much more!
Louder · Jul 30, 2024 With a new album that "cuts right to the chase", Marcus King reflects on working with Rick Rubin, vulnerability, mental health and love and loss "I feel really lucky to be given the opportunity to be truly emotive each night with people who are equally as excited to be there as I am" - Marcus King
Metal Hammer · Jul 30, 2024 "That extraordinary voice, switching from urgency to desolation within a few bars": The Chris Cornell albums you should definitely listen to With Soundgarden, Audioslave, Temple Of The Dog and solo, Chris Cornell proved to be a vocalist of singular talent. Here we round up his best albums
Louder · Jul 30, 2024 Freedom might be profoundly un-Googleable as a band name, but it sure looks good on a t-shirt Meet Freedom, the rockin' Swedes hoping their new album will get them off couches and into nice hotels