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Billy Bob Thornton names the only “legendary” post-1980 bands that will be remembered in 100 years
The article revisits Billy Bob Thornton’s view that very few bands emerging after 1980 will achieve lasting, century-long cultural recognition. He identifies Nirvana and U2 as the exceptions, arguing that their music and influence set them apart from most later acts. Thornton made the remarks while discussing the durability of popular music, contrasting post-1980 artists…
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Albert Hammond Jr says The Strokes’ ‘Angles’ was originally “more Stones-y” but ended up “flat” and “all over the place”
Albert Hammond Jr has reflected critically on The Strokes’ 2011 album ‘Angles’, saying an earlier, live-sounding version was “more Stones-y” and that the released record became overly polished, “flat” and stylistically scattered. His comments matter because they offer a candid account of the difficult production process behind an album released as the band’s major return…
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Black Bordello Release Sepia-Tinted Single ‘Fugue’
South East London band Black Bordello have released ‘Fugue’, the first preview of their forthcoming EP, ‘Midheaven Tempest’. The single signals the group’s move towards a darker, more expansive sound, centred on vocalist Sienna Bordello’s theatrical delivery and vivid songwriting. ‘Midheaven Tempest’ is due on 18 September via AWAL and was produced by Balazs Altsach.…
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Porch Light – “Under”
Minneapolis rock band Porch Light have released a new single, “Under”, described as a forceful hard-rock track that balances feedback, screams and Southern-rock swagger with more melodic vocals from singer Jackie Uhas. The release reinforces the young band’s commercial potential while highlighting its heavier, more aggressive sound. Uhas said the song originated during a jam…
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Cookie Run Crumble codes (July 2026) for Crystals, Cookie Cutters, and more
GamesRadar has published an updated July 2026 guide to Cookie Run Crumble redemption codes, intended to help players claim free in-game items. Such codes can provide useful resources for progressing or obtaining new characters without spending currency. – The guide covers codes for rewards including Crystals and Cookie Cutters. – These rewards are typically redeemed…
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Pop’s on Top, But Other Genres Have Narrowed the Gap: State of the Hot 100’s Top 10 at Midyear 2026
Pop remained the leading genre in the Billboard Hot 100’s top 10 during the first half of 2026, but hip-hop, country, dance, Latin and rock all held meaningful shares, showing a broader musical mix than in 2025. The findings, from Hit Songs Deconstructed, also point to a continued preference for solo singers and love-focused lyrics…
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Palworld TCG cards are already selling for up to $4,000 as Pocketpair’s tabletop game follows in Pokemon’s footsteps, with resellers dominating the market 1 day after launch
Palworld’s newly launched trading card game has quickly attracted high resale prices, with some cards reportedly listed for as much as $4,000 within a day. The rush mirrors the speculative market around Pokémon cards and suggests that demand from collectors and resellers may be outstripping early retail supply. The article says resellers are already dominating…
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The Lawsuit to Save Movie Theaters Will Only Hurt Them
The article argues that the states’ antitrust lawsuit against Paramount Skydance’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery is misguided and may damage, rather than protect, cinema operators. Its central claim is that blocking the deal could weaken a traditional studio that still depends on theatrical releases, while doing little to address the greater competitive pressure…
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Collectively, we chose a digital future for games – so why doesn’t it feel like our choice at all?
The article argues that gaming’s shift towards digital purchases was driven by consumer convenience, but now often feels imposed rather than chosen. It matters because players increasingly face less control over ownership, access and preservation of games they have paid for. Digital storefronts, subscriptions and downloadable updates have made games easier to buy and maintain,…