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Heavy Song of the Week: Godflesh’s Farewell Starts with the Thrilling “Living/Ending”
Godflesh’s new single “Living/Ending” has been named Heavy Song of the Week by Consequence, ahead of the band’s forthcoming final album, Decay. The release matters because frontman Justin Broadrick has said the project will end following major abdominal surgery earlier in 2026, making the track an opening statement for Godflesh’s farewell. The article describes “Living/Ending”…
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‘De Noche’ Producer Praises Pedro Pascal, Danny Ramirez As “Born To Play” In Todd Haynes’ Rescued Queer Romance: “A Revelation”
Producer Christine Vachon has praised Pedro Pascal and Danny Ramirez as “born to play” their roles in Todd Haynes’ revived queer romance, De Noche. Her comments matter because the film was thought to have collapsed after Joaquin Phoenix left during production in 2024, but has since been rescued with Pascal taking the lead. Vachon said…
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If You Were a Teen in 1975, These Songs Defined Your Young Romances
The article revisits three love songs released in 1975 that it suggests became part of many teenagers’ early romantic experiences. It presents the tracks as evocative examples of the era’s pop sound, ranging from emotional uncertainty to upbeat devotion and straightforward infatuation. – “I’m Not In Love” by 10cc is described as a haunting, synthesiser-led…
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Slipknot confirms departure of longtime DJ Sid Wilson
Slipknot has officially confirmed that it has parted ways with longtime DJ and keyboardist Sid Wilson, ending his nearly 28-year association with the band. The band’s brief social-media statement, posted on 14 August and later deleted, said the separation took effect immediately and wished Wilson well, but did not explain the decision. The confirmation matters…
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In Canada: BTS’ J-Hope & RM Attend Drake’s Toronto Concert; Neil Peart Doc Premiering at TIFF
Canadian music news this week includes BTS members RM and J-Hope attending Chris Brown and Usher’s Toronto concert, and TIFF announcing the world premiere of a Neil Peart documentary. – RM and J-Hope attended the final Toronto date of Brown and Usher’s R&B tour, met both artists backstage and shared videos from the show; some…
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Netflix Assembles YA Stars Past, Present & Future For End Of Summer Bash Event To Reassert Presence In The Genre
Netflix held an intimate End of Summer Bash in Los Angeles to showcase its young adult catalogue and upcoming releases, bringing together actors from past, current and future projects. The event appeared designed to reinforce Netflix’s position in the genre amid increased competition from Prime Video’s recent young adult-focused programming and fan event. The venue…
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Geddy Lee Hated When Alex Lifeson Initially Likened a RUSH Reunion to a “Tribute Band”
Geddy Lee said he was angered when fellow RUSH member Alex Lifeson once described a possible reunion as becoming a “tribute band”. Lee argued that the surviving members still own and embody the band’s music, while Lifeson later said playing together again made the project feel like RUSH rather than an imitation. Lifeson made the…
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Netflix’s New 8-Part Sci-Fi Adaptation Could Usher in a New Era for the Streamer
Netflix is developing The Future Is Ours, an eight-part Spanish-language science-fiction series based on Philip K. Dick’s 1956 novel The World Jones Made. The article argues that the project could help the streamer stand out after recent criticism of its original programming, by combining a major author’s work with a Latin American creative perspective. The…
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Ahsoka season 2 D23 display teases more Clone Wars flashbacks and the return of Morai
A display for Ahsoka season 2 at Disney’s D23 event appears to hint at further flashbacks to the Clone Wars era and the return of Morai, the owl-like companion associated with the Force. The tease matters because it suggests the series may continue exploring Ahsoka Tano’s past while developing its spiritual and mythological elements. The…