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Spool’s Out: Cassette Reviews for September by Daryl Worthington
A double cassette of water music, Hussite techno, speculative Cornish folk, and music to take the edge off a trip to hospital, Daryl Worthington reviews the cassettes of late summer Grimório De Abril There’s an archaic English word in need of a comeback as this apocalyptic summer draws to a close. ‘Forthirst’ was used like we’d use ‘starve’ now, but for thirst rather than hunger. It went out of common use in the Middle Ages but feels like a potentially crucial revival to our lexicon for describing our surroundings today. Over the last two months every patch of grass near my home has turned from green to yellow to balding. The UK’s mostly been in a drought and we get government notifications... The post Spool’s Out: Cassette Reviews for September by Daryl Worthington appeared first on The Quietus .
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis found guilty of Tupac Shakur’s murder
The jury found Davis guilty of one count of murder with a deadly weapon in a drive-by attack in Las Vegas in September, 1996 The post Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis found guilty of Tupac Shakur’s murder appeared first on NME .
Mastodon – Marrow Deep
Mastodon Marrow Deep Metal behemoth cranks out another universe, with guest spots from members of Converge, Black Sabbath and Gojira Marrow Deep by Mastodon Since the release of Leviathan in 2004, Mastodon have been celebrated as both “one of the best things metal has going for us” and “the thinking man’s metal band.” Masters of their craft and one of metal’s most enduring names, the Atlanta natives have been hailed as the future of heavy music since their emergence in 2002. Five years after the release of Hushed and Grim, the band returns with their ninth studio album, Marrow Deep. The album centres on founding members Brann Dailor, Troy Sanders and Bill Kelliher, alongside guitarist Nick Johnston and keyboardist João Nogueira, with a roster... The post Mastodon – Marrow Deep appeared first on The Quietus .
Man Found Guilty in Murder of Tupac Shakur
A Las Vegas jury convicted Duane “Keffe D” Davis in the 1996 shooting
Trump Staging Apprentice-style Competition at SBA With Nicki Minaj as Judge
The rapper has cozied up to the president in the past. Trump Staging Apprentice-style Competition at SBA With Nicki Minaj as Judge Travis Bland
Duane “Keffe D” Davis Found Guilty of Orchestrating Tupac’s Murder
The jury came to its decision on the rapper's 30-year-old murder case after a two week trial. Duane “Keffe D” Davis Found Guilty of Orchestrating Tupac’s Murder Travis Bland
Brittany Howard on Alabama Shakes’ Reunion, I Must Be Dreaming, and Finding Hope in a Fractured World: Podcast
The singer talks about rediscovering the band, pushing through fear to write new music, and why anger gives her hope for what comes next. Brittany Howard on Alabama Shakes’ Reunion, I Must Be Dreaming, and Finding Hope in a Fractured World: Podcast Kyle Meredith
The Most Anticipated Hip-Hop Tours of Fall 2026
Don Toliver, Denzel Curry, Pitbull, Doja Cat and more are hitting the road this fall. The Most Anticipated Hip-Hop Tours of Fall 2026 Kiana Fitzgerald
Angèle announces new album ‘Instinct’ featuring Justice, Soulwax, Caroline Polachek and more
Angèle has today (August 31) announced details of a new album, ‘Instinct,’ featuring Justice, Soulwax, Caroline Polachek and more. READ MORE: Five things we learned from our In Conversation video chat with Angèle The Belgian musician also previewed the album with the release of a new single and music video, which you can see below, […] The post Angèle announces new album ‘Instinct’ featuring Justice, Soulwax, Caroline Polachek and more appeared first on NME .
Mining Metal: Abyssal Rift, Gorod, Hesperia, Mind Affliction, Mindwork, Rapid, Static Abyss, Unadorned
Highlighting standout underground metal releases each month. Mining Metal: Abyssal Rift, Gorod, Hesperia, Mind Affliction, Mindwork, Rapid, Static Abyss, Unadorned Langdon Hickman and Colin Dempsey
Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson Mocks Trump’s “Lake America” Name Change: Watch
The metal singer greeted fans at the band's kickoff North American show in Toronto by poking fun at the US president's recent executive order. Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson Mocks Trump’s “Lake America” Name Change: Watch Spencer Kaufman
Tobias Forge opens up about Ghost’s hiatus
"I don't want to call it a bookend, but it serves as a great finale" The post Tobias Forge opens up about Ghost’s hiatus appeared first on NME .
Malcolm Todd to Kick Off “Do That Again” Tour: How to Get Last-Minute Tickets
The 38-date North American run includes stops at Radio City Music Hall, The Anthem, Mission Ballroom, and the Greek Theatre, with some get-in prices starting around $100. Malcolm Todd to Kick Off “Do That Again” Tour: How to Get Last-Minute Tickets Alex Krinsky
ADÉLA airs new song ‘Boys’ during triumphant Reading 2026 set
"It’s basically about being at the club with your girls and getting bothered by boys", the musician said of the new track The post ADÉLA airs new song ‘Boys’ during triumphant Reading 2026 set appeared first on NME .
“Judgment in the Mirror” — Tomorrows Letters Puts the Mind on Trial with Noir Synthpop Single “Up Against the Wall”
The whispers in my mind, the echoes of my past, Judgment in the mirror, a reflection that will last. The mind can build a courtroom from almost nothing. A remembered… The post “Judgment in the Mirror” — Tomorrows Letters Puts the Mind on Trial with Noir Synthpop Single “Up Against the Wall” appeared first on Post-Punk.com .
Bad Wolves’ Unveil Cover of Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” That Caused Guitarist to Quit: Stream
The song has received a full blessing of Dolly's longtime manager. Bad Wolves’ Unveil Cover of Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” That Caused Guitarist to Quit: Stream Langdon Hickman
Ice Spice and Lil Yachty, Turnstile and Slayyyter: This Week’s Pitchfork Selects Playlist
Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors, and contributors are listening to on repeat
Billie Joe Armstrong, Tim Armstrong, Travis Barker, CJ Ramone Rock Ramones Classics at 50th Anniversary Celebration
The Hollywood Forever Cemetery show also featured guest appearances by Billy Idol, The Linda Lindas, and Fred Armisen. Billie Joe Armstrong, Tim Armstrong, Travis Barker, CJ Ramone Rock Ramones Classics at 50th Anniversary Celebration Spencer Kaufman
Half Japanese’s David Fair Dies at 74
The co-founder of the influential outré punk duo had been living with cancer
Mike Judge Is Reclaiming Beavis and Butt-Head from Paramount
The creator plans to use U.S. copyright law to terminate the studio's ownership of the characters. Mike Judge Is Reclaiming Beavis and Butt-Head from Paramount Liz Shannon Miller
Twisted Sister Perform First Show with Sebastian Bach as Singer: Watch
The legendary rock act played a 17-song set sounding as savage as ever. Twisted Sister Perform First Show with Sebastian Bach as Singer: Watch Langdon Hickman
Skaiwater Just Dropped a New Album
The surprise Femme Fatale is available to stream now
Iron Maiden Kick Off 2026 North American Tour with 17-Song Set of Classics: Videos + Setlist
The setlist was culled from eight of the legendary metal act's first nine albums. Iron Maiden Kick Off 2026 North American Tour with 17-Song Set of Classics: Videos + Setlist Spencer Kaufman
Residente Hints That Filming Has Begun on His Bad Bunny-Starring Movie Porto Rico
The film also stars Viggo Mortensen, Edward Norton, and Javier Bardem, with Alejandro G. Iñárritu serving as executive producer. Residente Hints That Filming Has Begun on His Bad Bunny-Starring Movie Porto Rico Pedro Camacho