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Pearl Jam’s Original Drummer Dave Krusen Breaks Down “Even Flow”: Watch
He played drums on Pearl Jam's iconic debut album Ten but exited shortly after its release. Pearl Jam’s Original Drummer Dave Krusen Breaks Down “Even Flow”: Watch Langdon Hickman
Morrissey and Johnny Marr have both worked on new rare vinyl release from The Smiths
It will be part of a new boxset of classic singles from Rough Trade Records, also including The Fall, Aztec Camera and Scritti Politti among others The post Morrissey and Johnny Marr have both worked on new rare vinyl release from The Smiths appeared first on NME .
CBS Running Thirsty FYC Ad for Late Show with Stephen Colbert After Canceling Show: Watch
The series is up for 9 Emmys this year, including Outstanding Variety Series. CBS Running Thirsty FYC Ad for Late Show with Stephen Colbert After Canceling Show: Watch Liz Shannon Miller
Dwayne Johnson Says He Is “Exploring” a Music Career Inspired by “Old-School Soul” and Country
The pro-wrestler-turned-actor wants to do something without expectations of metrics for success. Dwayne Johnson Says He Is “Exploring” a Music Career Inspired by “Old-School Soul” and Country Eddie Fu
On Days of Our Lives, John Oliver Confirms He’s the GOAT of Soap Opera Guest Stars
In his first of three guest appearances, Oliver's Devlin St. John is trying to save Salem from "a literal sewage apocalypse." On Days of Our Lives, John Oliver Confirms He’s the GOAT of Soap Opera Guest Stars Liz Shannon Miller
B-Real on Cypress Hill’s First Original Spanish-Language Album: “We Wanted to Challenge Ourselves”
The hip-hop legend discusses making Dios Bendiga, learning from a new generation of Latin rappers, and taking the record on tour to Latin America B-Real on Cypress Hill’s First Original Spanish-Language Album: “We Wanted to Challenge Ourselves” Pedro Camacho
Dave Lombardo and Lustmord Form New Project, Unveil “Paleomagnetic Resonance”: Stream
The duo's debut collaborative album The Pulse of Atoms will be released October 2nd. Dave Lombardo and Lustmord Form New Project, Unveil “Paleomagnetic Resonance”: Stream Langdon Hickman
Swervedriver add Bleary Eyed & a reformed Love Battery to ‘Raise’ tour
All openers for the BrooklynVegan-presented tour are now announced.
Jamila Woods Announces 2026 HEAVN 10th Anniversary Tour
The fall US run will stop in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and more. Jamila Woods Announces 2026 HEAVN 10th Anniversary Tour Eddie Fu
Jamilla Woods Lines Up Heavn 10th Anniversary Tour
The Chicago singer is taking her 2016 album on the road this November
DJ Shadow announces 30th anniversary reissue and tour of the classic ‘Endtroducing’
The producer and DJ will also be heading on tour to mark the anniversary, with shows kicking off in September and stopping off at The Barbican in London The post DJ Shadow announces 30th anniversary reissue and tour of the classic ‘Endtroducing’ appeared first on NME .
The Tallest Man on Earth Readies New Album
Just Beyond Endless Mountain was inspired by the Swedish folk music of Kristian Mattson’s childhood
Garth Brooks’ 2026 “Blame It All On My Roots” Tour: How to Get Tickets
The tour finds Brooks reviving his in-the-round Drum Pod stage and performing multi-night stands at arenas around the country. Garth Brooks’ 2026 “Blame It All On My Roots” Tour: How to Get Tickets Paolo Ragusa
Rough Trade Announces Second Volume of 7-Inch Singles Box Set Series
Focusing on tracks from the 80s and 90s, it will feature music by The Fall, Scritti Politti, Mazzy Star and more Rough Trade is releasing a new box set of 7-inch singles from the label's archives. Arriving as the second instalment of a series of box sets that revisits classic music from the imprint, Rough Trade 45s: Volume 2 will include singles originally released across the 80s and 90s. Among them are records by The Fall (Totally Wired / Putta Block), Scritti Politti (The Sweetest Girl / Lions After Slumber), Mazzy Star (Five String Serenade / Blue Flower), The Go-Betweens (Cattle And Cane / Heaven Says), The Smiths (Headmaster Ritual / I Want The One I Can't Have) and Robert Wyatt (Shipbuilding... The post Rough Trade Announces Second Volume of 7-Inch Singles Box Set Series appeared first on The Quietus .
Rob Zombie’s Firefly Trilogy Getting 4K Ultra HD Eight-Disc Release
The trilogy consists of House of 1000 Corpses, The Devil's Rejects, and 3 From Hell. Rob Zombie’s Firefly Trilogy Getting 4K Ultra HD Eight-Disc Release Langdon Hickman
Spotify team up with Reading & Leeds 2026 to help fans discover new favourite artists
The new feature analyses your listening history to find the top five artists on the bill you’re most likely to love The post Spotify team up with Reading & Leeds 2026 to help fans discover new favourite artists appeared first on NME .
Allison Russell Announces 2026 North American Tour
The singer-songwriter will tour the US and Canada this fall in support of her new album In the Hour of Chaos. Allison Russell Announces 2026 North American Tour Paolo Ragusa
Spotify to Label AI Artists with AI Persona Badge, Keep Them Out of Personalized Recommendations
Spotify will review profiles that appear to "represent photorealistic AI-generated identities," including name and imagery. Spotify to Label AI Artists with AI Persona Badge, Keep Them Out of Personalized Recommendations Eddie Fu
Tom Waits announces 50th anniversary vinyl reissue of ‘Small Change’ with rare archive footage
The record featured classic songs ‘Tom Traubert's Blues’, ‘Step Right Up’ and ‘The Piano Has Been Drinking’ The post Tom Waits announces 50th anniversary vinyl reissue of ‘Small Change’ with rare archive footage appeared first on NME .
Dave Matthews Band Announce Fall 2026 Tour Dates
The trek includes arena shows in Nashville, Chicago, and New York City Dave Matthews Band Announce Fall 2026 Tour Dates Alex Young
Death Cab for Cutie Reflect on Past and Present In Tiny Desk Concert Return: Watch
The band started with two tracks from their new album I Built You a Tower and concluded with a pair of beloved hits. Death Cab for Cutie Reflect on Past and Present In Tiny Desk Concert Return: Watch Paolo Ragusa
The Tallest Man on Earth Announces New Album Just Beyond Endless Mountain, Unveils “Deliver Me from Trying”: Stream
The follow-up to 2023’s Henry St. arrives October 9th ahead of his fall US tour. The Tallest Man on Earth Announces New Album Just Beyond Endless Mountain, Unveils “Deliver Me from Trying”: Stream Karan Singh
Tooth announce autumn 2026 UK tour
The band will play their biggest headline show to date at London's Garage in October The post Tooth announce autumn 2026 UK tour appeared first on NME .
Nia Archives leads line-up for official All Points East London 2026 after-party
Others on the bill include Cheetah, Riria and Zillion The post Nia Archives leads line-up for official All Points East London 2026 after-party appeared first on NME .