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Dave Grohl “walked off stage and broke down in tears” after playing ‘Highway To Hell’ with AC/DC

  • Grohl wept after playing ‘Highway To Hell’ with AC/DC.
  • Foo Fighters joined AC/DC for two tour dates.
  • The MetLife Stadium show closed AC/DC’s two-year tour.

Dave Grohl said he broke down in tears after performing AC/DC’s ‘Highway To Hell’ with the band at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The appearance capped a memorable run for Foo Fighters, who stepped in as AC/DC’s opening act and later joined them for a second date. Grohl…

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The Gnomes Unleash A Savage Psych-Garage EP

  • The Gnomes have released their new EP, *With A Gnome*.
  • Dec Mehrtens of Amyl and The Sniffers produced it.
  • The band play London’s Shacklewell Arms on 11 November.

Australian garage-punk band The Gnomes have released their new EP, *With A Gnome*, produced by Dec Mehrtens, guitarist for Amyl and The Sniffers. The release follows the band’s UK shows at Brighton’s Great Escape earlier this year and marks a new step for their psych-infused sound. The article…

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Hailey Bieber Details Emotional Rollercoaster of PMDD Diagnosis After Son Jack Blues’ Birth: ‘Just a Really Intense and Special Journey’

  • Hailey Bieber described PMDD symptoms after giving birth.
  • She was diagnosed six months after her son’s birth.
  • Rhode pledged $5 million over three years for women’s health.

Hailey Bieber says she experienced symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) during pregnancy and after giving birth to her son, Jack Blues. She has spoken publicly about the condition to help women feel less alone and to draw attention to gaps in discussion and research on women’s health.…

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The Chicks Got the Name for This 1999 Song From Something Sandy Said in ‘Grease’

  • “Sin Wagon” takes its name from a line in *Grease*.
  • Natalie Maines chose the title after Sandy calls Danny’s car a “sin wagon”.
  • The song’s theme echoes Sandy’s move towards independence.

The Chicks’ 1999 song “Sin Wagon” takes its title from a line Sandy says in the film *Grease*. The connection links the song’s theme of a woman claiming her independence after a bad relationship with Sandy’s shift towards a more rebellious image. Natalie Maines came up with the…

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In 1991, Helen Mirren was “absolutely slaughtered” for a performance. Today, it’s one of her proudest moments

  • Mirren still considers the 1991 farce a career highlight.
  • Critics’ reviews turned the production into a box-office failure.
  • She values choosing roles that appeal to her creatively.

Helen Mirren says she remains proud of starring in the 1991 farce *Sex Please, We’re Italian*, even though critics savaged it and audiences soon deserted the theatre. The experience was traumatic, but it reflects her habit of choosing roles that interest her rather than tailoring her career to…

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Brandi Carlile, Leon Thomas & Magnus Ferrell Christmas Covers (Plus a JYT Original) Adorn Starbucks’ First Holiday Album in More Than a Decade

  • Starbucks has released its first holiday album since 2012.
  • The compilation features six artists and an original song by JYT.
  • It includes a $500,000 donation to World Central Kitchen.

Starbucks is releasing Holiday Blend, its first holiday album in more than a decade, bringing well-known artists together to record Christmas songs for streaming and coffeehouse playlists. The project renews the company’s association with music and also supports humanitarian relief. The album arrives on 4 November through Interscope…

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Riley Green drops acoustic ‘Well Well Whiskey’ performance on YouTube and fans can’t get enough

  • Riley Green shared an acoustic “Well Well Whiskey” performance on YouTube.
  • The song features on his album “That’s Just Me”.
  • Fans praised the stripped-back version in the comments.

Riley Green posted an acoustic performance of “Well Well Whiskey” on YouTube, drawing enthusiastic comments from fans. The release adds to his run of acoustic versions and gives listeners a stripped-back take on a song from his latest album. The track appears on “That’s Just Me”, released in…

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Frank Turner, The Interrupters & More For Bearded Theory 2027

  • Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls and Public Enemy will headline.
  • Turner is expected to be in his final year of touring.
  • Bearded Theory runs 26 to 30 May 2027 in Derbyshire.

Bearded Theory has announced the first acts for its 2027 festival, with Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls and Public Enemy set to headline. Turner’s appearance is part of what is expected to be his final year of touring, making the booking a notable moment for fans. The…

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METALLICA’s JAMES HETFIELD Helps EMG Celebrate 50th Anniversary With Limited-Edition Signature Set Release

  • James Hetfield designed an anniversary logo for EMG’s 50th year.
  • The limited-edition signature set is capped at 200.
  • EMG plans to offer it direct from 13 November 2026.

James Hetfield is marking EMG’s 50th anniversary with a limited-edition version of his signature pickup set, featuring an anniversary logo he designed. The release celebrates his long association with the company and offers a revised take on the pickups used in his signature set. Only 200 sets will…

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Ramayana: Rise of a Legend turns Rama’s exile into an epic spectacle

  • A lavish, three-hour adaptation of the Ramayana begins a two-part story.
  • Rama’s banishment sets him on a path towards conflict with Ravana.
  • The film opens in Australia, the UK and US on 5 November.

Nitesh Tiwari’s three-hour film adapts the ancient Ramayana as a large-scale epic, following Prince Rama from his banishment into the forest towards a war with Ravana, whose sister’s encounter with Rama helps set events in motion. The review describes it as an engaging, spectacular adventure, and its scale…

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