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Local Man Realizes He’s Too Old To Be In Band To Watch
A local man’s dreams of rock stardom were shattered after seeing a young band. He realized he was too old to be in a band to watch.
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Squirrel Flower Announces ‘Say A Prayer To The Gods Of Getting Going,’ Hopes Someone Hears
Squirrel Flower’s new album, ‘Say A Prayer To The Gods Of Getting Going,’ features ‘Reelin” and a plea for divine motivation. Will it help anyone get going?
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Olivia Rodrigo’s Mom Chose Korn Over Daughter’s Lollapalooza Set
Olivia Rodrigo’s mom skipped her daughter’s Lollapalooza set to see Korn. She cited a need for nu-metal catharsis.
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Slow Pulp New Album ‘Melodie’ Inspires Existential Dread In Listeners
Slow Pulp’s new album ‘Melodie’ is making listeners question everything. The band’s latest release is a masterclass in sonic ennui.
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Black Duck & Elena Setién Release Album For People Who Like Sound
Black Duck and Elena Setién release new album ‘Land Of The Many Eyes,’ exploring unsettling sounds. Perfect for challenging listening experiences.
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Riot Fest 2026 Lineup Reaches Peak Musical Saturation
Riot Fest 2026 lineup features Tool, Morrissey, Alanis Morissette, Iggy Pop, and Afroman. Organizers call it a ‘sonic tapestry.’
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Tom Morello’s Power to the People Fest Promises Unity, Also Guitars
Tom Morello’s Power to the People Festival unites rock titans for a cause, proving music can change the world. Or at least make it louder.
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No Guard Releases Songs Too Heavy For Human Ears
No Guard’s new songs, ‘Half The Man I Am’ & ‘Burden Of Life,’ are too heavy for listeners. The music causes existential dread.
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Posthumous Ed Askew Album Features Bill Callahan, Sharon Van Etten
A posthumous Ed Askew album featuring Bill Callahan and Sharon Van Etten is set for release. Tapes were found in a dumpster.
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Smashing Pumpkins Announce Mellon Collie 30th Anniversary Tour A Year Late
The Smashing Pumpkins announced their Mellon Collie 30th anniversary tour, a year after the actual anniversary. Corgan cited cosmic reasons.
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John Prine Tribute Concert to Feature Ratboys, John C. Reilly, and Steve Earle
A John Prine tribute concert for his 80th birthday will feature Ratboys, John C. Reilly, and Steve Earle. Organizers call it a spiritual pilgrimage.
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Fakemink Announces New Album Terrified, Promises More Terrified
Fakemink’s new album ‘Terrified’ drops May 22, promising to explore mild anxieties and low-grade dread.
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Tasha Announces New Album You Are Spring, Says It’s About Time
Tasha’s new album, You Are Spring, aims to capture the essence of the season. Fans and critics debate its seasonal accuracy.
Technology
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 Battery Tech Promises Infinite Scroll
The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 features a revolutionary battery that never dies, drawing power from user anxiety. Infinite scroll awaits.
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Hayley Williams Brings Out Rachel Brown, Cements Friendship Legacy
Hayley Williams brought out Rachel Brown at a Chicago show, cementing their rock star friendship. The collaboration was a hit.
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K-Pop Albums Top Billboard 200, Demand International Snacks
K-Pop albums topping the Billboard 200 now inspire cravings for international snacks, baffling retailers and inspiring fan petitions.
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Weird Nightmare’s “Where I Belong” Officially Declared Where It Belongs
Weird Nightmare’s “Where I Belong” album is where it belongs. It begins and ends with the same song. Fans are confused.
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Squirrel Flower’s “Wheels” Unearths Childhood Trauma
Squirrel Flower’s new single “Wheels” explores childhood trauma, inspired by Pop-Tarts and bad B-minuses.