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J Mascis and Mike Watt helped define the ’90s alt-rock scene through their bands Dinosaur Jr. and Minutemen. Now, they’re covering each other’s songs for a new split 7″ arranged by Austin label Red Parakeet Records. Instead of tackling the Minutemen, though, Mascis dives into fIREHOSE’s 1991 deep cut “Formal Introduction,” while Watt lets loose on a wailing rendition of “The Little Baby” from Dinosaur Jr.’s 1991 EP Whatever’s Cool With Me. Listen to both tracks below.This is the third installment in a cover series that Red Parakeet has been organizing. Previous split 7″s featured Watt alongside Slint’s Papa M,…
Sonny Rollins, the jazz legend dubbed the Saxophone Colossus who redefined the language of jazz with his inimitable improvisational skills, died on Monday at his home in Woodstock, NY. He was 95. His death was confirmed in a statement by his publicist, Terri Hinte. A cause of death was not immediately available. The statement announcing Rollins' death included a 2009 quote from the musician: “I think when the creative person ends, he continues in the next existence. I'm a person who believes this life isn't the be-all and end-all of everything. A spiritual person doesn't feel like that.” The Harlem-raised…
Jean-Michel Jarre has chosen Jazz Open Modena for the only Italian date of his tour: on July 18th the French artist will bring a special immersive show of electronic music, technology and audiovisual experimentation live, including monumental lasers, architectural mapping, giant screens, virtual reality, three-dimensional audio and generative visuals. Designed to dialogue every time with the place that hosts them, his concerts transform the entire environment into a spectacular synchronized machine capable of simultaneously integrating synths, sequences, electronic percussion and audiovisual effects. From large outdoor events to international clubs and arenas, Over the years, the French artist has redefined the…
Karol G made the most of her first-ever performance at the American Music Awards. The Colombian superstar took the stage to deliver “Ivonny Bonita” from Tropicoqueta, plus received the special International Artist Award of Excellence and Best Latin Album for Tropicoqueta. Karol G looked ethereal as she performed on a circular stage, veiled by a sheer curtain. As she sang “Ivonny Bonita,” she utilized the drapery and small setup with titillating choreography, keeping the audience captivated with complex floorwork and her vocals. Immediately following her set, John Legend presented the superstar with the International Artist Award of Excellence for her…
The musician is one of the most nominated artists of the night with seven total nods including New Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Summer, and more Sombr brought his pop-rock act to the American Music Awards stage. The musician made his debut at the show with a performance of “Homewrecker,” which is nominated for Song of the Summer at this year's awards ceremony. The singer appeared after winning Best Rock/Alternative Song for “Back to Friends.” As he sang the aching chorus of “Homewrecker” for the AMAs, lighting struck in the background and a cascade…
Thirty years after Hootie and the Blowfish took home Favorite Pop/Rock New Artist at the 1996 American Music Awards, the band returned to the AMAs Monday night, playing a medley of “Hold My Hand” into “Only Wanna Be With You.” Onstage was the same lineup who made their 1994 breakthrough album, Cracked Rear View: frontman Darius Rucker, guitarist Mark Bryan, bassist Dean Felber, and drummer Jim Sonefeld. Opening with “Hold My Hand,” Rucker had the room on their feet as he crooned in his signature baritone and strummed his acoustic guitar. The band kept the good vibes coming as they…
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The South Korean superstars took over Vegas with an appearance at the AMAs amid their four-night stint at Allegiant Stadium BTS made a show-stopping appearance in Las Vegas, delivering a performance of Arirang track “Hooligan” for the 2026 American Music Awards. The set seemed to have been filmed at their Arirang World Tour at Allegiant Stadium before the awards ceremony. The septet appeared onstage bathed in red light and dressed top to bottom in slick black outfits while flanked by masked backup dancers. In a moody backdrop echoing the track’s music video, the group brought their slick track to the…
The American Music Awards returned for the second year in a row on Memorial Day Monday to hand out trophies for the best in music. Queen Latifah served as host of the show, making her return as MC for the first time in 30 years. Taylor Swift is the most nominated artist of the year with eight nominations. In addition to nominations for Artist of the Year and Album of the Year for The Life of a Showgirlthe album's first single, “The Fate of Ophelia” is up for Song of the Year, Best Pop Song of the Year, and Best…
The 15th edition of Spring Attitude will take place on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th May, a Festival which for the second consecutive year is hosted in the spaces of La Nuvola di Fuksas, Quartiere EUR, South Rome. Everything is ready for two very intense days, with the doors open starting from 5.30 pm and a very rich program that will continue inside and outside until 4 in the morning. Some tickets still available for Saturday. Below are the Spring Attitude 2026 timetables: ——————————————————————————————————————– DAY 1 – FRIDAY 29 MAY PLOOM STAGE 6.00pm – 6.40pm – Birthh 6.55pm – 7.40pm…
