It’s easy to forget during times of civil unrest and protests across the country that we’re still under quarantine during a pandemic. Today, Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida announced the state’s move into Phase 2 of his three-step plan to restart the economy amid the coronavirus pandemic. Under Phase 2, bars will be able to
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On July 25, 1983, Metallica released Kill ‘Em All, the world’s first-ever thrash album, igniting a fresh new movement in metal as the U.S. finally had a response to the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. The rest of the world would quickly follow and, here, we look back on the 40 Best Debut Thrash Albums of All
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, our lives and schedules have been flipped upside down. With so many looming questions about where the music industry will go or what the future holds, artists, industry workers, and fans have primarily been quarantined at home, looking to DJ live streams, zoom calls with surprise DJ’s, and virtual music
Metallica‘s “Nothing Else Matters” likely moved many a person when they first heard it. Now we’re reminded of the stirring instrumental thanks to classical/rock crossover pianist Ayse Deniz, who recently posted a pre-concert performance of the track online. “Look what I found! My ‘Nothing Else Matters’ arrangement before a concert,” says Deniz, sitting down at
Billie Eilish absolutely blasts the “All Lives Matter” slogan and holds nothing back in a recent social media post that’s drawing increasing attention. In the pop star’s update below, she takes a stand for George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter movement — a message that went out with much conviction to her 63.6 million followers over the
One of America’s great civil rights leaders, Martin Luther King, Jr., gave arguably his best known and most often quoted speech, the “I have a dream” speech, on Aug. 28, 1963. The March on Washington for jobs and freedom culminated with King speaking from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. King was
Colorado and its signature Red Rocks Amphitheatre may not see the return of events until 2021, according to CPR News. As the music world experiences its “lost summer,” venues, promoters, bands — and even fans — have mentally prepared themselves for an uneventful year due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. To play it safe, acts have started booking out
One of the most impassioned speeches that has universally received praise in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death came from Run the Jewels’ Killer Mike, who spoke during the Atlanta Mayor’s press conference as rioting broke out in the city. The rapper revealed at the outset that he is the son of an Atlanta police
What started as an idea from the marketing director of Atlantic Records and artist campaign manager of Platoon has become a wide spread stand in solidarity tomorrow, Tuesday June 2nd by the majority of the music industry. Every major record label and even Spotify are pledging to disconnect from work, social media and general music
Josef Bansuelo, former bassist for hardcore punk band 7Seconds, has died. Frontman and former bandmate Kevin Seconds shared the news in a post on Facebook. “I just got word that my friend and ex-band brother Joe Bansuelo lost his battle with cancer,” Seconds wrote. “I had been informed in recent days by close friends that
With Virgil Abloh, artistic director of Louis Vuitton’s menswear collection and CEO of the trendy label Off-White, being called out for only sharing a screenshot donation for $50, it’s nice to see that many EDM producer/DJs are being more generous. Today, Marshmello donated $50,000 to the NAACP. In the past week, Kayzo, Ghastly, Deorro, Svdden
On Tuesday, June 2, the music industry is calling for a “blackout” in response to George Floyd’s death and as a way to stand in solidarity against racial injustice in our country. Due to recent events please join us as we take an urgent step of action to provoke accountability and change. As gatekeepers of
Marshmello is fed up with the ongoing protests and racial injustice. Although the DJ/producer rarely uses his platform to speak out, enough is enough. Marshmello says he’s reached his “tipping point” and gives a statement below in a series of tweets. He writes, “black culture and influence play a big part in the music i
The concert industry has taken a huge hit during the global pandemic and while you may still see some of your favorite bands doing things online, those who help bring live music to you year round could definitely use your help. For the Nomads is a fundraiser organized by touring crew member Frank Fanelli who
As the protests and riots rage on across America, Lane 8 is using his platform to take a stand. Not only that, he’s putting his release schedule on pause during this especially dark time in our nation. “i have decided to postpone all upcoming lane 8 music releases indefinitely,” he opens up in the post below.
Saturday (May 30) will be a day not many will forget as organized protests took place across the country in response to George Floyd’s death by a white police officer once again putting a spotlight on human rights issues and racism in America. The day began with peaceful protests in many cities, some with police even joining
Diplo is taking quarantine quite well, by all metrics. On top of weekly (or even more frequent) live streams as well as his first country album out now, he’s also making his character debut in a new film out, The High Note. The producer/DJ has made appearances in film before, most recently playing a small
“Streaming Outta Fenway,” the joint benefit concert that featured Boston’s Celtic punk heroes Dropkick Murphys and New Jersey classic rock legend Bruce Springsteen, was held last night (May 29). You can now watch Dropkick’s complete 28-song set from the empty Fenway Park baseball stadium. With Major League Baseball shut down for the time being, it afforded