People are always trying to invent new forms of payola, to monetize parts of the live-music experience that did not previously exist within the pay-for-play domain. The latest piece of that pie that someone’s trying to sell involves the pre-concert playlist, the music that’s piped into a venue before a band takes the stage. Generally, artists use that music to …

Last month, Tori Amos officially announced her new album In Times Of Dragons, arriving in May. Today, the legendary singer-songwriter is sharing the lead single “Stronger Together,” which features backing vocals from her daughter Tash. “In Times of Dragons is a story that parables the current dangerous times we are in — where democracy itself… The post Tori Amos – …

J. Cole’s grassroots journey across the country hit a temporary stop in Phoenix after his longtime Honda Civic broke down mid-trip. The Dreamville founder has been traveling city to city… The post J. Cole’s Honda Civic Breaks Down in Phoenix During Cross-Country Fan Tour appeared first on .

T.I. has intensified his ongoing feud with 50 Cent by releasing a new track titled “Right One.” The Atlanta rapper previewed the record on X Monday, writing, “Now say sum’… The post T.I. Escalates Feud With 50 Cent, Drops New Track “Right One” appeared first on .

Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson has spoken out following the controversy at the BAFTA Film Awards, emphasizing that his verbal tics are involuntary after an incident that impacted presenters Michael B.… The post John Davidson Says Tourette’s Tics Are ‘Involuntary’ After BAFTA Outburst as BAFTA Apologizes to Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo appeared first on .

Reebok has officially introduced the Engine A 26, the newest model in its performance basketball lineup, designed to meet the demands of speed, explosiveness, and control on the court. The… The post Reebok Unveils Engine A 26 Basketball Shoes With Advanced Performance Technology appeared first on .

A number of House Democrats have extended invitations to survivors connected to Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse network to attend President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address, turning the annual speech… The post Epstein Survivors to Attend Trump Address as Guests of House Democrats appeared first on .

Earlier this month, DC punk group Ekko Astral announced their sophomore album the beltway is burning. Then last week, the Washington City Paper reported that leader Jael Holzman filed a peace order protection against drummer Miri Tyler, who announced last month that she was leaving the band (seemingly amicably). Now, Topshelf Records is no longer putting out the beltway is burning, which was …

It’s been a couple years since Magic Tuber Stringband’s last LP, Needlefall. Today, the North Carolina duo-turned-trio known for traditional Appalachian folk music is announcing their new album Heavy Water. The lead single “Tribute To The Angels” is out now. On Heavy Water, fiddler Courtney Werner and 12-string guitarist Evan Morgan are joined by bassist/banjoist… The post Magic Tuber Stringband …

The otherworldly Maria BC is back with another spectral single from their forthcoming album Marathon. This one’s called “Rare,” and it follows the previously released previews “Night & Day” and “Marathon.” “This is a song about being in love with someone who never sleeps,” the Oakland artist explains. “I’m proud of the chaotic arrangement —… The post Maria BC – …