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Fontaines D.C. Is in World-Beating Form on Dopamine Chamber Tour: 7 Best Moments From Amsterdam

  • Fontaines D.C. launched their European arena tour in Amsterdam.
  • The band delivered a 22-song set with minimal stage production.
  • Dopamine Chamber reached No. 1 in the UK and No. 14 in the US.

Fontaines D.C. opened their European arena tour at Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome, with a performance that the article describes as evidence of the band’s growing influence and confidence. Their success matters as a sign that a guitar-led group can still reach broad audiences, with recent acclaim, strong album sales…

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Matthew Dear – “Dizzy”

  • Matthew Dear’s “Dizzy” is a late-night love song.
  • It follows a cycle of leaving and returning to a loved one.
  • Dear says its dreamlike mood came from writing after midnight.

Matthew Dear has released “Dizzy”, a love song shaped by the solitude and dreamlike atmosphere of writing in the hours between midnight and dawn. He describes using that quiet time to let a different, subconscious side of himself guide his songwriting. The song follows someone repeatedly leaving and…

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3 Unforgettable Love Songs From the 1960s That Fans Never Stopped Playing

  • Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love” topped UK charts.
  • The Righteous Brothers’ version of “Unchained Melody” reached No. 4.
  • The Beach Boys’ “God Only Knows” began as a B-side.

The article highlights three 1960s love songs that continue to be played by fans: Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love”, The Righteous Brothers’ “Unchained Melody” and The Beach Boys’ “God Only Knows”. Their lasting popularity is reflected in their chart success and, in the Beach Boys’ case,…

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Stove God Cooks & Swizz Beatz Talk Making ‘All This For Me?’: ‘Album of the Decade’

  • Stove God Cooks is preparing his second album with Swizz Beatz.
  • Sample clearances and label issues contributed to delays.
  • Jay-Z encouraged the collaboration but was not involved in the Warner deal.

Stove God Cooks is preparing to release his long-awaited second album, *All This For Me?*, made with producer Swizz Beatz. The project follows years of anticipation after his 2020 debut *Reasonable Drought*, and a series of delays shaped by label issues and the practical work of clearing samples.…

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Diplo and Former Downtown Music CEO Andrew Bergman Launch Indie Publisher Bison Music

  • Diplo and Andrew Bergman have launched independent publisher Bison Music.
  • The company plans to develop songwriters early in their careers.
  • Its initial roster includes writers with credits for major global artists.

Diplo and former Downtown Music chief executive Andrew Bergman have launched Bison Music, an independent publisher focused on discovering songwriters early and supporting their long-term development. The venture is positioned as an alternative to a publishing market where companies have increasingly prioritised buying existing music catalogues. Bergman will…

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Slipknot’s Shawn ‘Clown’ Crahan On Upcoming New Album: “I Don’t Think People Are Ready For What We’ve Created”

  • Slipknot’s eighth album is in the works.
  • The band has written many songs and recorded rough demos.
  • Crahan describes it as long, experimental and musician-focused.

Slipknot percussionist Shawn “Clown” Crahan says the band’s eighth album is on the way and has been shaped by an unusually relaxed, productive recording process. He describes the material as a step forward for the band, with long songs and an experimental, musician-focused sound. The follow-up to 2022’s…

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Why Madonna Is Not a Headliner on Coachella’s 2027 Lineup

  • Madonna’s 2027 billing echoes her 2006 Coachella appearance.
  • She is billed below the day’s headliner in both years.
  • The return supports her recently released *Confessions* sequel.

Madonna’s placement below Dua Lipa on Coachella’s 2027 lineup has prompted claims that the festival is slighting her. The article says her billing is instead a deliberate callback to her 2006 appearance, linking her return to the dance-focused album series. In both years, she is billed as “Madonna…

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Shallowater Announce Deluxe There Is A Well Feat. Horse Jumper Of Love, Colin Miller, & fish narc

  • Shallowater’s deluxe album arrives on 22 January.
  • The tracklist expands from eight songs to 15.
  • Horse Jumper Of Love’s “Birdshot” cover is out now.

Shallowater will release a deluxe edition of their 2023 album *There Is A Well* on 22 January, giving renewed attention to a record that gained a devoted following despite arriving between Christmas and New Year. The expanded release includes new material and contributions from fellow musicians. The original…

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Faith No More Reunite With Guitarist Trey Spruance For 2027 Tour

  • Faith No More will tour in 2027 after an 11-year gap.
  • Trey Spruance is returning on guitar.
  • The band have announced 16 shows across five regions.

Faith No More will tour in 2027 for the first time in 11 years, with Trey Spruance returning on guitar. His return completes the announced line-up and marks a change from the band’s 2009 reunion line-up, when Jon Hudson played guitar. Spruance joined after Jim Martin left in…

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From Guitar God to Legal Tender: Jimi Hendrix Selected for Special US Dollar Coin

  • Jimi Hendrix will feature on a US $1 coin.
  • The coin is due for release in 2029.
  • Washington chose him for his musical innovation and local roots.

Jimi Hendrix has been selected to represent Washington state in the US Mint’s American Innovation $1 Coin Program. Governor Bob Ferguson said Hendrix’s pioneering guitar work and roots in Washington made him a fitting choice, recognising an influence that continues to shape musicians and rock music. The coin…

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