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Andy LaRocque Calls Exit from King Diamond a Mutual Decision
Guitarist Andy LaRocque has left King Diamond after more than 40 years, describing the split as a mutual and amicable decision rather than a dismissal. LaRocque co-founded the band with King Diamond in 1985 following the pair’s time in Mercyful Fate, and had performed on every studio album and tour since. The departure marks the…
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The 10 Most Essential Miles Davis Albums
From Kind of Blue to Sketches of Spain to Bitches Brew, Miles Davis’ 10 Most Essential Albums.
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“How nuts”: The 1979 album Stevie Nicks said was even crazier to work on than ‘Rumours’
The article says Stevie Nicks regarded Fleetwood Mac’s 1979 album ‘Tusk’ as even more chaotic to make than ‘Rumours’. It highlights how the band’s internal tensions and demanding recording process made the project especially difficult. Released after the huge success of ‘Rumours’, ‘Tusk’ faced intense expectations and a more experimental approach, particularly from Lindsey Buckingham.…
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Gracie Abrams’ Official Online Store Drops New T-Shirts & Hoodies: Shop the Best Merch Now
Billboard has published a promotional roundup of official Gracie Abrams merchandise, timed to coincide with her album Daughter From Hell reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and the upcoming start of her US arena tour on 2 December in Denver, Colorado. The piece highlights items available through Abrams’ official Amazon store, aimed at fans…
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‘The Wow! Signal’ North America Tour in full swing.
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The album Tom Waits called his all-time favourite in 1974
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María Becerra Rose Above the Noise — and the Smoke — at Madrid’s Noches del Botánico
Argentine singer María Becerra delivered a defiant, well-received performance at Madrid’s Noches del Botánico festival, held just five days after Spain beat Argentina in the World Cup final. The match’s aftermath had spilled into a heated online row between Spanish and Argentine fans, intensified when Becerra wrapped herself in the Argentine flag and waved it…
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Song Diving With Ketch Secor
American Songwriter’s “Song Diving” podcast series features a conversation with Ketch Secor, singer and songwriter for Old Crow Medicine Show, discussing the stories behind songs he has written. The episode offers listeners insight into his creative process and the influences that have shaped his approach to songwriting over the years. The conversation covers tracks including…
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THE SMASHING PUMPKINS Celebrate LOLLAPALOOZA Homecoming With ‘Pumpkinpalooza’
The Smashing Pumpkins will headline Lollapalooza in their hometown of Chicago on 31 July 2026, marking their first appearance at the festival since its original touring run in 1994. To mark the occasion, the band has organised a week of associated events under the banner “Pumpkinpalooza”, including an intimate preview show, a merchandise pop-up and…