King Diamond has revealed the first details on his forthcoming album, ‘The Institute.’ The highly anticipated album serves as his first studio record in 12 years. Fans can expect a debut single to arrive this fall and an album in 2020. King Diamond comments about the upcoming album The Institute: “For reasons unknown to you, it […]
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‘Boyz N The Hood’ Soundtrack To Make It’s Vinyl Debut In September
On September 27th, Qwest/UMe is set to release the groundbreaking, multi-genre Boyz N The Hood soundtrack on double vinyl in two different color options: black and translucent blue. This will mark the first time the soundtrack for Boyz N The Hood has been reissued on vinyl since the album’s initial release on July 9, 1991. This […]
Chloe Lowery Goes To The “Dirty Disco” In New Music Video, ‘The In-Between’ Album Out Now!
“I’m a razor on the dance floor, even sharper when I speak” explains New York City songstress Chloe in her newest song “Dirty Disco,” the video for which was released today. The provocative club track showcases Chloe’s versatility as a performer, dancer, songwriter, and vocalist. “Dirty Disco” is a vibrant and upbeat departure from the […]
Highly Suspect Announce ‘MCID’ Album, To Feature Collaborations With Young Thug, Tee Grizzley, Gojira, and Nothing But Thieves
Highly Suspect have announced their third album, MCID, with two new singles, “16” and “Upper Drugs“. The project is an adventurous new chapter for Highly Suspect and spans across rock, hip hop and pop, and includes features from Young Thug, Tee Grizzley, Gojira, and Nothing But Thieves. MCID is based on inconceivable true life experiences (and perceptions) narrated by frontman, Johnny Stevens. In his own words, “The […]
+LIVE+ To Celebrate 25th Anniversary of ‘Throwing Copper’ Album With Limited-Edition Vinyl Release
On October 4, in celebration of the 25th anniversary of LIVE’s groundbreaking sophomore album Throwing Copper, Radioactive/MCA/UMe will release a vinyl version of the multi-platinum-selling album in two configurations, a standard black 2LP as well as a limited-edition red vinyl + olive green vinyl. The vinyl releases are in addition to the already available Super […]
BEASTIE BOYS To Release Anniversary Editions of Classic Albums On Colored Vinyl In October!
On October 4, 2019, a series of limited edition colored vinyl will be released to mark the anniversaries of Beastie Boys’ Paul’s Boutique (30th anniversary), Ill Communication (25th anniversary), including the Root Down EP, and To The 5 Boroughs (15th anniversary). All versions are pressed on 180gram vinyl and can be pre-ordered here. Paul’s Boutique […]
The Darkness Releases New Single “Heart Explodes” From Forthcoming Album “Easter Is Cancelled”
UK rock band The Darkness – frontman Justin Hawkins, guitarist Dan Hawkins, bassist Frankie Poullain and drummer Rufus Taylor – released the brand new single “Heart Explodes” from their jaw-droppingly ambitious, first-ever concept album Easter Is Cancelled, out on October 4thvia Cooking Vinyl. Watch the lyric video for “Heart Explodes” below. “Heart Explodes” is an almighty mini-rock opera […]
Mr. Bungle Add Additional Reunion Shows In NY, LA and San Francisco
Due to overwhelming demand, Mr. Bungle have added an additional night to each of their previously announced The Raging Wrath Of The Easter Bunny performances in Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York. The dates, which feature the Eureka-born band performing their 1986 demo in its entirety, mark both the first time Mr. Bungle has […]
Final Child Unveils Rebellious New Video For “Ruthless Liar”, Debut EP ‘Till Death Do Us Part (part 1)’ Due In September
Jen Akerman, a.k.a. dark-pop performer Final Child has unveiled a compelling black & white video for swaggering new single “Ruthless Liar” premiered via Ones to Watch. Between cuts of war footage and flying saucers headed towards Earth, Akerman is a character of rebellion as she sings of being “headed out for the kills.” Final Child […]