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Watch Slayyyter Cover Hole’s “Violet”
Pop singer Slayyyter performed a cover of Hole’s 1994 song “Violet” for triple J’s Like A Version series, drawing praise from Hole frontwoman Courtney Love, who told her to “keep wiping the floors with us.” The performance highlights Slayyyter’s rising profile following a strong 2026 that has included a major Coachella appearance and a late-night…
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SEVENTEEN’s Vernon Says ‘I’ll Be Back’ With New Single as He Enlists in South Korean Military
SEVENTEEN member Vernon released a new solo single, “I’ll Be Back,” on 20 August, just hours after entering a training centre to begin his mandatory military service in South Korea. The self-written and self-composed track functions as a sentimental farewell to fans, with lyrics addressed directly to the group’s supporters as he steps away from…
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When Al Kooper became one of the brave few to actually befriend Ginger Baker: “What do you think of America?”
“Denotes mutual respect” The post When Al Kooper became one of the brave few to actually befriend Ginger Baker: “What do you think of America?” first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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4 Rock Songs From 1989 That Every 80s Kid Still Knows by Heart Today
American Songwriter has picked out four rock songs from 1989 that it says remain instantly recognisable to those who grew up in the 1980s. The feature highlights how, by the end of the decade, rock’s sound was beginning to shift towards a more modern style, yet 1989 still produced tracks that have endured in popular…
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NBA YoungBoy Is Giving Sobriety a Chance: ‘I’m Trying to See if I Really Can Make It to 6 Months’
NBA YoungBoy, the Louisiana rapper also known as YoungBoy Never Broke Again, has announced he is attempting to give up drugs and commit to six months of sobriety. He revealed the decision on Instagram Stories, saying he had flushed his remaining drugs down the toilet after being tempted to use, marking a notable public step…
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NETFLIX On DEMON HUNTER’s Lawsuit Over ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Trademark: ‘These Allegations Are Without Merit’
Netflix has publicly rejected a trademark lawsuit filed by the Christian metal band DEMON HUNTER, calling the claims “without merit” after the band’s corporate entity, Hyde Lane, sued Netflix, Netflix Studios and AEG Presents. The suit, filed on 18 August 2026 in the Central District of California, alleges that the streaming giant’s hit film “KPop…
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Mary J. Blige Opens Up About Choosing Not to Have Any Children: ‘I Saw a Lot of People Struggling’
Mary J. Blige has spoken publicly about her decision not to have biological children, telling Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson on their IMO podcast that watching relatives struggle with the demands of parenthood shaped her choice early in life. The R&B singer, 55, said the conversation matters as a rare candid reflection from a major…
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3 of the Best First No. 1 Hits of 90s Classic Rock
American Songwriter has put together a shortlist of standout debut chart-toppers from 90s classic rock, spotlighting the stories behind each track’s success. The feature highlights how these songs helped define the decade’s rock sound and became enduring favourites long after their chart runs ended. The selection includes Pearl Jam’s “Alive”, inspired by a personal revelation…
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What is a ‘torch song’ and how did Judy Garland deliver the genre’s pinnacle in 1954?
“The night is bitter. The stars have lost their glitter.” The post What is a ‘torch song’ and how did Judy Garland deliver the genre’s pinnacle in 1954? first appeared on Far Out Magazine.