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Remembering When Devo Boldly Reinvented a Rolling Stones Classic in 1977
In early 1977, the American band Devo took on The Rolling Stones’ classic “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” as one of their first major moves, transforming it into a jerky, mechanical reworking that bore little resemblance to the original. The reinterpretation, born from a jam session in the studio, shifted the song’s tone from Mick…
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“I don’t think the underground or extreme metal scene will ever dig us. It’s elitist”: How Trivium defied the gatekeepers and split the critics with The Crusade
Trivium broke through in 2005 with their album Ascendancy and a star-making performance at Download festival, but their 2006 follow-up, The Crusade, prompted a significant backlash and divided critics and fans. Metal Hammer spoke to the band during their first US tour that year, discussing their rapid success, accusations of snobbery from parts of the…
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Sonja Kristina looks back over half a century of Curved Air. “I was wearing my green corduroy hippie outfit and Polaroid glasses. They played such stunningly beautiful music”
Sonja Kristina, the last surviving co-founding member of progressive rock band Curved Air, has given an interview reflecting on the group’s history as it prepares to disband for good after more than five decades. Formed in London in 1970 and known for blending progressive rock with classical and folk influences, the band’s planned farewell tour…
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Born 49 Years Ago Today in Georgia, the Go-to Hitmaker for Artists Like Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, and Tim McGraw
Hillary Lindsey, born in Washington, Georgia on 11 August 1977, has become one of Nashville’s most successful songwriters, credited with 27 number-one hits spanning country and pop. Her catalogue includes Grammy-winning songs such as “Jesus, Take the Wheel” for Carrie Underwood, “Girl Crush” for Little Big Town, and “I’ll Never Love Again” for Lady Gaga…
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CMAT picks out Neil Young’s worst song on ‘Subway Takes’: “Big f*cking stinker”
CMAT’s not a fan of one song on ‘Harvest’. The post CMAT picks out Neil Young’s worst song on ‘Subway Takes’: “Big f*cking stinker” first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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Our leeds show has 6 tickets left!!!
This clip is a short, energetic announcement from an artist or band letting fans know their upcoming Leeds show is nearly sold out, with only six tickets remaining. It’s the kind of urgent, direct-to-camera update acts use to spur last-minute ticket sales ahead of a live date. Posted as a YouTube Short, the video leans…
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Wasia Project drop dancefloor-ready single ‘Vogue’ ahead of debut album ‘Nocturne’
Sibling duo Wasia Project, made up of Will Gao and Olivia Hardy, have released a new single called ‘Vogue’, described as a euphoric, club-inspired track about surrendering to desire. The release comes ahead of their debut album ‘Nocturne’, due out via AWAL, and follows earlier singles including ‘2515’, ‘Bleeding Gold’ and ‘Whale Call’. ‘Nocturne’ is…
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Tom Waits’ classic album ‘Small Change’ set for 50th anniversary vinyl reissue
Arriving on October 2nd. The post Tom Waits’ classic album ‘Small Change’ set for 50th anniversary vinyl reissue first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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‘A horrible nightmare’: the shocking story of the eBay harassment scandal
A new documentary, Whatever It Takes, details the harrowing harassment campaign waged against journalists Ina and David Steiner, who ran the e-commerce news site EcommerceBytes. The couple’s reporting on eBay had made them targets of a stalking operation orchestrated by former employees of the company, illustrating the real-world dangers journalists can face for critical coverage…
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The 1977 album Brian Eno never gets tired of: “So concise”
“I still like that record a lot…” The post The 1977 album Brian Eno never gets tired of: “So concise” first appeared on Far Out Magazine.