There aren’t many people that have avoided the influence of the freewheelin’ troubadour, Bob Dylan. The singer-songwriter is such a behemoth of culture that to forget his contribution to pop music is to ignore his decades-long impact willfully. Any songwriter worth their salt would point to the “voice of his generation” as a talent to be revered and studied. As such, the idea that David Byrne may cite one of his […]
Jack White has launched the Jack White Art & Design website to showcase his visual and multimedia work. The site features sections for the musician’s graphic design (including album covers), photography, film and directing (such as music videos), instrument design, interior design at various Third Man locations, and more. Preview some of White’s work below. Δείτε αυτή τη δημοσίευση στο Instagram. Η δημοσίευση κοινοποιήθηκε από το χρήστη Jack White Live […]
Beach Boys tapped John Stamos for their performance on CNN’s “Fourth in America Special.” The actor joined the band for a rendition of their 1966 hit “Wouldn’t It Be Nice.” Watch the full performance here. Δείτε αυτή τη δημοσίευση στο Instagram. Η δημοσίευση κοινοποιήθηκε από το χρήστη John Stamos (@johnstamos) Stamos has a long history with the Beach Boys. He appeared in their 1988 video for “Kokomo,” and has previously performed with the group […]
After years of viewers, musicians, and other industry representatives pushing for changes in the Grammy nomination and voting process, The Recording Academy announced that they have extended 2,710 membership invites to a group of music creators and professionals that is more diverse than ever before. This year’s group of 2,710 invited members is 48% female, 32% Black or African American, 13% Hispanic or Latinx, and 4% Asian or Pacific Islander. Of the new members, 56% are […]
The Beatles’ forthcoming film “Get Back” — a Peter Jackson-directed documentary culled from the footage from the 1970 “Let It Be” film — will premiere as a Disney Plus original documentary series over the Thanksgiving holidays. Because of the wealth of tremendous footage Jackson has reviewed, which he has spent the past three years restoring and editing, “The Beatles: Get Back” will be presented as three separate episodes. Each episode is approximately two […]
Eric Clapton is returning to the road in September for an eight-city run of North American shows. It kicks off September 13th at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, and wraps up September 26th at the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida. According to a press release, these will be his only North American dates for the year. Tickets go on sale this Friday on Ticketmaster.com, and will also be available on Vivid Seats. […]
She’s the world-famous British R&B singer with many hits to her name. Now UK media are reporting that Jessie J has been approached by the BBC to represent the UK at Eurovision 2022. This follows the disappointing nil points result for the UK in Rotterdam. UK tabloid newspaper The Sun reports that Jessie J has been asked to fly the flag for the UK in Italy next year. The Sun’s source says: “The production team are desperate to […]
If an album is up for album of the year, more of the pros who worked on that album will automatically be nominated. The Recording Academy announced several changes to its awards and nominations process on Wednesday (May 26). These changes affect album of the year and these four fields -- dance/electronic music, classical, music for visual media and music video/film. These are on top of the changes announced last […]
Netherlands-based songwriting duo ISLE has returned with their new single ‘Waters’. Similar to their previous offerings, the track leans on serene production and sweeping arrangements whilst maintaining the same unique sound they have displayed throughout their career. Their unique sound has led to support from tastemakers including Popmatters as well as support on Spotify’s ‘Rustig & Mooi’ and ‘A Shot of Indie’ playlists. https://open.spotify.com/track/68dZaIioOKo8oyMBCSWJ6N?si=6496a2e5f202414b Like the first signs of spring, […]
