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“Steve Lukather’s guitar collided with a mic stand. He banked the guitar against it and made it a feature of the song. I don’t even understand!” Toto’s Dennis Atlas and his star-studded solo album

  • Toto keyboardist Dennis Atlas releases second solo album, Principle
  • Guests include Steve Lukather, David Paich, Marco Minnemann and Bumblefoot
  • Album takes a prog-leaning, emotional direction rather than rock

Dennis Atlas, who joined Toto as second keyboardist in 2024 at the age of 28, has released his second solo album, Principle, featuring an array of high-profile guest musicians. His growing role within Toto followed the retirement of longtime keyboardist Greg Phillinganes, and the California-based musician has used…

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The “crazy” 1972 song Ringo Starr thanked God for

  • Ringo Starr credited the distinctive snare drum pattern on his 1972 solo track 'Back Off Boogaloo' to divine inspiration
  • The Beatles drummer, often underestimated, is recognised as essential to the band's sound despite receiving less songwriting credit than other members
  • The drum pattern proved technically challenging—only a handful of musicians could replicate it when Starr later performed with other bands

An omnipresent beat. The post The “crazy” 1972 song Ringo Starr thanked God for first appeared on Far Out Magazine.

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13 Best Performances in Christopher Nolan Movies: From Matt Damon to Heath Ledger

  • Nolan has established himself as a skilled director of actors; his recent 'Oppenheimer' won multiple acting Oscars for Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr.
  • His newest film 'The Odyssey' features standout performances from Matt Damon and John Leguizamo, continuing his reputation for drawing acclaimed work from casts

Time has been kind to Christopher Nolan. The bending cities, rotating hallways, ticking clocks and practical explosions he captures on film have made him one of the most popular and vital directors working today. His newest venture, “The Odyssey,” arrives in theaters with Matt Damon stepping into the…

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Baldur’s Gate 3, Clair Obscur actor Jennifer English withdraws from Tides of Annihilation to “look after her mental and physical health”

  • Jennifer English exits Tides of Annihilation voice role to prioritise mental and physical wellbeing
  • Eclipse Glow Games has already secured a replacement actress to record dialogue for the August gamescom demo
  • English will remain involved as a project advisor

The award-winning actor, Jennifer English, has withdrawn from Eclipse Glow Games' action game Tides of Annihilation to "look after [her] mental and physical health". Read more

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Pavement Perform Clunky Cover of “Stairway to Heaven”

  • Pavement intentionally performed a clunky rendition of Led Zeppelin's 'Stairway to Heaven' at their Mosswood Meltdown tour opener in Oakland
  • The satirical cover featured absurd lyrics and comedic vocals, demonstrating the band's humorous approach as they began their week-long U.S. tour

The indie rock band showed they were loose and limber on the their short U.S. tour, which hits St. Paul, Chicago, Cleveland, Richmond, and Nashville. Pavement Perform Clunky Cover of “Stairway to Heaven” Travis Bland

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Noah Kahan’s Queens Concert Canceled Due to Inclement Weather: ‘I’m Devastated’

  • Noah Kahan's Saturday concert at Citi Field in Queens was cancelled due to severe thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds in the forecast
  • Organisers initially delayed the show but determined conditions were too unsafe; Kahan apologised to fans who had travelled and made plans
  • His Sunday performance at the same venue remains scheduled if weather permits; the tour is booked through December, so no rescheduling date was set

Saturday's show at Citi Field canceled at last minute after "it became clear that it wasn't safe for us, the crew or all of you"; singer still booked to play Sunday night at Mets' stadium

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A Harry Connick Jr. Film Inspired Reba McEntire To Write One of Her Own Singles

  • Reba McEntire co-wrote 'Somebody's Chelsea' in 2011 after being inspired by a scene in the film 'P.S. I Love You' featuring Harry Connick Jr.
  • The song concept—wanting to be someone's cherished beloved—was adapted from the film's dialogue into a narrative about longing for deep romantic connection.

LAS VEGAS, NV - APRIL 03: Host Reba McEntire performs onstage at the 46th Annual Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 3, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) A film by Harry Connick Jr. inspired Reba…

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The guitarist Eric Clapton was constantly in awe of: “I’m quite narrow”

  • Eric Clapton witnessed Jimi Hendrix's early London performance and was profoundly impressed by his musicianship during an impromptu jam session that became career-defining.
  • Despite collaborating with accomplished guitarists like Mark Knopfler and Phil Palmer, Clapton strongly favours solo work to maintain complete artistic control.
  • Clapton openly describes himself as narrow and self-protective musically, deliberately resisting outside influence to preserve his distinctive identity.

One hell of a guitar player. The post The guitarist Eric Clapton was constantly in awe of: “I’m quite narrow” first appeared on Far Out Magazine.

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Xbox still isn’t revealing if the new Fallout games are console exclusives

  • Bethesda announced Fallout 5 and classic remasters without confirming whether they'll remain Xbox console exclusives
  • Xbox executives gave conflicting statements on exclusivity strategy, contradicting earlier promises to clarify the platform's policy

Xbox and Bethesda recently announced Fallout 5 and more new titles, but frustratingly won't say whether or not they are Xbox console exclusives

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