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The 10 Greatest Protest Songs in Classic Rock, Ranked
Collider has published a ranked list of the ten greatest protest songs in classic rock, arguing that the genre’s raw instrumentation and vocal delivery gave political anger a physical, lasting force that keeps the tracks relevant beyond the specific events that inspired them. The countdown, written by Safwan Azeem, works from number ten upward, pairing…
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Regina Hall Joins Dwayne Johnson In Benny Safdie’s ‘Lizard Music’ Movie From United Artists And Amazon MGM Studios
Regina Hall has joined Dwayne Johnson in “Lizard Music,” a live-action/CGI hybrid film from director Benny Safdie for Amazon MGM Studios and United Artists. The casting news matters as it adds another high-profile star, fresh off acclaim for “One Battle After Another,” to an already notable ensemble that includes Theo Leber, Alicia Silverstone and Tim…
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John Lennon Regretted Not Changing This Part of “Help!”, but That Potential Change Could Have Ruined It
John Lennon later admitted he regretted the fast, upbeat tempo given to The Beatles’ 1965 hit “Help!”, saying the band had been “trying to be commercial” rather than reflecting the song’s genuinely troubled, autobiographical lyrics. According to Steve Sullivan’s Encyclopedia Of Great Popular Song Recordings, Lennon said that if he could redo the track, he…
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5 New Songs Out Today
BrooklynVegan highlights five newly released songs, offering readers a concise selection of recent tracks to hear. The roundup matters chiefly as a discovery guide, spanning established and independent artists across several styles. – Michael Chapman, featuring Bridget St John – Matthew Caws of Nada Surf and John Davis of Superdrag – Machinefabriek, featuring Marissa Nadler…
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3 Unforgettable Country Songs From 1980 That Every 80s Kid Still Knows Today
This is a light retrospective feature highlighting three country songs from 1980 that remain widely recognised today. It marks a pivotal year for the genre, as country music began a notable stylistic shift, and revisits tracks that have endured in popularity among people who grew up in the 1980s. The article profiles George Jones’s “He…
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BRET MICHAELS Instructed By Doctors To Take 3 To 4 Weeks Of Post-Op Recuperation Following Kidney Stone Surgery
Poison frontman Bret Michaels has been told by doctors to rest for three to four weeks after undergoing surgery for a complicated obstructing kidney stone, forcing a pause in his ongoing “Live & Amplified” solo tour. He was diagnosed on 19 July after suffering severe kidney pain following a performance at Fairchild Air Force Base…
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Destroyer, Stephin Merritt to Headline Bazooka! Fest
The independent Bazooka! Fest returns to Brooklyn on 22–23 August, with Destroyer’s Dan Bejar confirmed as headliner alongside previously announced acts including Stephin Merritt of the Magnetic Fields, Joanna Sternberg, Times New Viking and Sad13. The festival, launched in 2025 by former Matador A&R director Jake Whitener, aims to pair influential underground artists with the…
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Leila Cobo Receives 2026 Fulbright Colombia Excellence Award: ‘Their Mission Defines Me’
Leila Cobo, Billboard’s Co-Chief Content Officer, has received the 2026 Fulbright Colombia Excellence Award in the Cultural and Artistic Advocacy category. The Colombian journalist, author and pianist was honoured at a ceremony at the US Ambassador’s residence in Bogotá, with the evaluation committee’s decision described as unanimous, recognising her career, ethical integrity, academic merit and…
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Dave Davies reignites The Kinks’ feud with The Beatles: “George Harrison was the only one I really liked”
Dave Davies of The Kinks has revived memories of the band’s old rivalry with The Beatles, saying George Harrison was the only member of the Fab Four he genuinely liked, while suggesting John Lennon disliked The Kinks. The comments, made at the launch of a new art exhibition in London, quickly drew attention as a…
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Marcus Mumford Recalls This ‘Real Confidence’ Move Kendrick Lamar Pulled When They Met in a Dressing Room
Marcus Mumford has shared a memorable story about the first time he met rapper Kendrick Lamar, describing a backstage encounter at Bonnaroo Music Festival that left a lasting impression. Speaking on the SmartLess podcast, the Mumford & Sons frontman recalled being summoned to Lamar’s dressing room after a set, only to find the rapper mid-change…