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Bonnaroo 2014 Comedy Lineup Announced
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Although most of the chatter about Bonnaroo, especially around these parts, centers around its amazing lineup of musical artists, the fest offers so much more. Between artisans, vendors, activists, community, food and beer, film, dance, and, of course, comedy, ‘Roo is a full-fledged experience, and one that can be incredibly rewarding when you venture away from…
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Morrissey Unveils ‘World Peace’ Tracklisting | Tickets Still Available for May 28 Ryman Performance
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Morrissey‘s upcoming tenth full-length, World Peace Is None of Your Business, which we first told you about back in March, is now definitively slated for a July release through the singer’s new label home, Harvest Records. Recorded in France and produced by Joe Chiccarelli (The Strokes, The White Stripes, Young the Giant), the album serves as…
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Swans Debut “Oxygen” Ahead of ‘To Be Kind’ | Catch Them June 30 @ Exit/In!
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Since a somewhat shocking reformation in 2010, New York experimental rock pioneers Swans have been back in full force. Frontman/visionary Michael Gira said, at the time, “This is not a reunion. It’s not some dumb-ass nostalgia act. It is not repeating the past… I needed a way to move forward, in a new direction, and it just so…
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Tristen Premieres New Music Video for “Gold Star,” Featuring Tons of Familiar Faces
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Nashville snythpop darling Tristen has been nothing if not prolific in releasing music videos in support of her fantastic 2013 album, C A V E S. First came “No One’s Gonna Know,” followed by January’s “Cataylst,” both incredibly cinematic, narrative-focused, visual gems to behold. For her latest outing, the singer has paired up with Impose Magazine to premiere another new vid,…
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The Apache Relay Stream Self-Titled Album Ahead of April 22 Release
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We’ve been eagerly anticipating The Apache Relay‘s upcoming third album, ever since they announced its April 22 release date and dropped first single “Katie Queen of Tennessee” earlier this year. A music video followed, showcasing the group’s time recording the album, their third, at LA’s legendary Fairfax Recordings (Sound City). Most recently, Apahce released another…
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Paul McCartney to Play Bridgestone Arena June 25
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Musical legend and former Beatle Paul McCartney has expanded his upcoming U.S. tour to include a summer stop in Music City, June 25 at Nashville’s own Bridgestone Arena. McCartney first played Nashville proper in 2010, also at Bridgestone, and famously headlined the nearby Bonnaroo festival last summer- a highlight of our year, and, well, lifetime. Sir Paul’s live show…
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[REVIEW] Superchunk w/ Bully | 4.11.14 @ Mercy Lounge
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Superchunk w/ Bully Mercy Lounge; Nashville, TN April 11, 2014 Review by Philip Obenschain (@pobenschain). Photos by Mary-Beth Blankenship. Seeing a band for the first time, 25 years into their influential career, is a tough thing to review. That rings doubly true when said band is missing one of its key founding members. Add in…
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Bonnaroo Club Stage Band of the Day: Wild Child
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Bonnaroo Artist | Wild Child Bonnaroo History | Newbie Stage & Time | TBD Just like last year and the year before, we’re making it our mission to help you get acquainted with as many bands as we can from Bonnaroo‘s impressive 2014 lineup. In addition to main stage acts, we also want to be sure to give the…
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Bonnaroo Club Stage Band of the Day: Willy Mason
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Bonnaroo Artist | Willy Mason Bonnaroo History | Newbie Stage & Time | TBD Just like last year and the year before, we’re making it our mission to help you get acquainted with as many bands as we can from Bonnaroo‘s impressive 2014 lineup. In addition to main stage acts, we also want to be sure to give the…
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The Black Keys Drop Eighth Album Title Track, “Turn Blue”
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Less than a month after the announcement of their eighth full-length, Turn Blue, which is due out May 13 via Nonesuch Records, and first single, “Fever,” Nashville (by way of Ohio)’s The Black Keys are back with another new track, “Turn Blue.” The title track is much calmer and more hypnotic than its predecessor; a healthy indicator…