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An atmospheric electronic intrigue, infusing both shimmering introspection and futuristic-set rhythmic entrancement, lingers enjoyably throughout Midnight Between Lagrange Points, the new EP from aktenzeichen_T. The Leipzig, Germany-based artist combines these heady, immersive electronic productions with a thematic emphasis on global deterioration — with corrupt politics, rampant hate, and all-out division seeming to be in abundance. “It’s a statement, to put all the weapons down no matter where you live or who you are,” aktenzeichen_T says of the EP. “It’s a statement, that only music is able to connect us again with each other.” Opening track “Wenn Der Frieden Tanzt.” consumes…
The entertainment during Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend will extend beyond the Formula 1 race. Along the Las Vegas Strip racetrack, T-Pain, mgk and Zedd will headline the T-Mobile Zone at Sphere Stage, from Nov. 20-22, culminating with the F1 Grand Prix on Saturday, Nov. 22. Sofi Tukker, Jess Glynne, Cimafunk, Balu Brigada, Cassian and more acts yet to be announced will also perform on the T-Mobile Stage, which will be set up under the glow of the Sphere and display the venue’s “Exosphere” screen. Zedd — no stranger to Vegas, with a current residency playing across Tao Group properties…
Dropkick Murphys have dedicated their recent performance of ‘First Class Loser’ at the Vans Warped Tour to President Donald Trump. READ MORE: Dropkick Murphys on their livestreamed St Patrick’s Day gig: “It’s one of the most special shows we’ve ever played” This past weekend (July 27), punk veterans Dropkick Murphys played at the Vans Warped Tour stop in Long Beach, where they carved out a portion of their set to hit out at US President and convicted felon Donald Trump. While introducing their 2017 song ‘First Class Loser’, frontman Ken Casey dedicated the track to Trump: “This next song is dedicated…
19-year-old guitarist Silas Luke Jones has received a standing ovation from the America’s Got Talent judges for his arresting cover of “Misirlou.” Appearing on the Tuesday night (July 29) episode, Jones appeared as a somewhat shy performer from Homer, Alaska before he showed the judges just what he was made of. Explore See latest videos, charts and news Armed with an acoustic guitar and an extensive pedalboard, Jones had the audience on his side from the opening notes of “Misirlou,” giving a small preview of what was to come by use of an EBow. Traditionally known as a Mediterranean folk…
Soulfly have announced a run of headlining shows for January 2026. The trio of east-coast shows come shortly after the Brazilian-American metal band were announced as one of the marquee acts for the Froth & Fury festival in Adelaide and Perth, alongside Australian bands Polaris and In Hearts Wake. Frontman Max Cavalera will be pulling double duty at all shows, with his 90s side project Nailbomb also set to perform as main support – playing for the very first time in Australia. The full list of Soulfly’s 2026 tour dates, as well as pre-sale and ticketing information, can be found…
Australian music veteran Nick Cave has been recognized by the French city of Arles, with two prestigious honors bestowed upon him over the weekend. Cave, who is currently performing a solo tour of Europe, visited Arles on Saturday (July 26) for a headline performance in the city. However, the 67-year-old musician appeared at Arles’ Hôtel de Ville on the morning of the show to receive two awards while in town. At the ceremony, Cave was also awarded the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres (Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters) by Bertrand Burgalat, the president of the National…
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. With Paul McCartney going back on the road again with the “Got Back 2025” tour starting Monday, Sept. 29, at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, California, Beatlemania is surging with old and new generations of fans alike. Explore See latest videos, charts and news To celebrate the rock legends, Amazon has a wide selection of Beatles merch and apparel to show your love and pride for…
Paul Mario Day, the English vocalist best known for his role as the original singer of metal icons Iron Maiden, has passed away at the age of 69. Day’s tenure with the early Iron Maiden lineup was short-lived, having been recruited by bassist Steve Harris to join the band in late 1975. The band’s initial lineup lasted only for ten months, with Day exiting the group following claims he lacked both energy and charisma. “When I sang in Iron Maiden, it was a new pub band and nobody wanted to see or hear them,” Day later recalled of his time…
The Gasometer Hotel – better known colloquially as The Gaso – has been officially purchased by a new owner, who has confirmed the Melbourne venue will live on as a live music room. Speaking with The Age, the new owner – restauranteur and chef Scott Pickett – said that he wanted to “pay homage to what the Gaso has been for so long” by taking over the Collingwood venue. “The back room I will keep for live music,” he said. “I want to support live music, and be a pub for the people. [There will be] an open-mic night that…
Hayley Williams‘ new album ‘Ego’ has been removed from her website, just days after making it available for fans. READ MORE: On The Cover – Hayley Williams: “Women’s rage has been such a catalyst for beautiful things” Earlier this week (July 28), Hayley Williams surprise-released a new album ‘Ego’ on her website. It contained 17 tracks, including the single ‘Mirtazapine’ which was premiered on a Nashville radio station last week. The album was not made available on digital streaming platforms, and was only accessible to fans with a 16-digit code after buying something from her hair dye company Good Dye Young.…