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Ty Segall will auction off test pressings of his albums for charity

Tom Shackleford — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 23:46:01 UT

Ty Segall will be auctioning rare test pressings for three of his albums in the name of charity for three different organizations.

" align="left" border="0" /> With all the nonsense that’s happened in 2016, it’s important to remember that there are still a lot of was to give back and help make the world a better place through music, especially around the holidays. Garage rocker Ty Segall is hoping to do just that, by auctioning off personal test pressings...

9 NFL players that worked both sides of the Denver-Kansas City rivalry

Sam McPherson — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 23:24:01 UT

Neil Smith spend several seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs, only to leave the club and join the Denver Broncos in time for two Super Bowl championships. He is one of nine players we looked at to play for both teams in the longtime AFC West rivalry.

" align="left" border="0" /> Sunday Night Football is special this weekend for two reasons: First, it's Christmas, and second, it's the 113th matchup between the Denver Broncos and the Kansas City Chiefs, in a rivalry dating back to the American Football League in 1960. The two teams have combined for four Super Bowl...

More chapters of ‘Trapped in the Closet’ are on the top of R. Kelly’s holiday wishlist

Tom Shackleford — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 22:28:01 UT

R. Kelly hopes to bring more chapters of his famous Trapped in the Closet to life in 2017.

" align="left" border="0" /> Remember Trapped in the Closet? You know, R. Kelly’s 33-part rap opera released over span of eight years starting in 2005 which started as a simply entertaining one night stand-themed music video and turned into a drama of epic proportions with more characters and twists than an Aaron Sorkin drama...

Jon Batiste stirs in feast of flavors from gospel to blues in Christmas set on ‘Saturday Sessions’

Tresa Patterson — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 21:46:01 UT

Jon Batiste exudes the full range of emotion through his ever-present melodica. His expressive countenance, ever-in motion feet, and perfectly-timed interjections make Stephen Colbert’s monologues on “The Late Show” as musical director for the political jabber. Given the chance to spread his...

Adele & Beyoncé 2017 Grammy performances confirmed in recent interview

Tom Shackleford — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 21:38:01 UT

According to Grammy Awards' producer, fans should expect to see both Beyoncé and Adele perform at the event in February.

" align="left" border="0" /> The holidays have everyone in the musically festive mood at the moment. Don’t forget however, that once the clock turns midnight next week on December 31, the holiday season will make the celebratory and overly-tanned transition into awards season, and in the music biz, there’s no bigger awards in...

Marlins sign pitcher Brad Ziegler from Red Sox

Jeremy Freeborn — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 21:36:01 UT

Brad Ziegler

" align="left" border="0" /> The Miami Marlins signed relief pitcher Brad Ziegler of Pratt, Kansas to a two year contract worth $16 million on Friday. It has become clear that the Marlins have made improving their pitching a priority as they have also signed Edinson Volquez, Dustin McGowan, Jeff Locke and Junichi Tazawa in the...

Angels sign Ben Revere from Nationals

Jeremy Freeborn — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 21:20:02 UT

Ben Revere

" align="left" border="0" /> The Los Angeles Angels signed outfielder Ben Revere to a one year contract worth $4 million on Friday. Revere, a native of Atlanta, Georgia, struggled mightily in 2016 with the Washington Nationals as he only batted .217 in 350 at bats. It was his worst hitting season since 2010 when he only batted...

Time for UFC to book an all-female fight card

Eric Holden — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 21:04:01 UT

The women's revolution is upon us. High-level female competitors -- from three different weight classes -- have arrived in the UFC, the world's premier MMA promotion. Following the massive success of the female strawweight and bantamweight divisions, the UFC officially opened a women's featherweight...

Tigers sign Alex Avila from White Sox

Jeremy Freeborn — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 18:46:01 UT

Alex Avila

" align="left" border="0" /> The Detroit Tigers have signed catcher Alex Avila to a one year contract worth $2 million on Friday. Avila played last season with the Chicago White Sox and will be returning to Detroit after spending his first seven seasons in Major League Baseball with the Tigers. A native of Hialeah, Florida...

Green Day, Wilco and Kings of Leon to headline 2017 Mad Cool Festival

Mario McKellop — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 18:44:01 UT

Next year, Spain will be hosting what might be 2017’s best music festival. On July 6-8, Madrid, Spain’s Caja Mágica will be showcasing the 2017 Mad Cool Festival. The events incredible lineup of headliners includes high profile rockers like Green Day, Foo Fighters and Kings of Leon; alternative...

Spoon confirms new album, tour for 2017

Mario McKellop — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 18:38:01 UT

In a recent Entertainment Weekly feature, Austin-based indie rock band Spoon confirmed that they will release a new album in 2017. The group’s upcoming ninth LP, their first since the release of 2014’s They Want My Soul, will also see the group return to their original record label, Matador Records...

The Avalanches confirm multiple 2017 music festival appearances

Mario McKellop — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 18:34:01 UT

On the heels of their first album in 16 years, Australian electronic music group The Avalanches recently announced they’ll be attending some of the world’s largest music festivals next year. As reported on Consequence of Sound, the band recently tweeted and deleted confirmations that they’ll perform...

Best New Year's Eve parties in Philadelphia 2016

Christine Nyholm — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 18:32:01 UT

New Year’s Eve will be celebrated with fireworks and gala parties in Philadelphia as 2016 comes to an end and 2017 begins. There will be several New Year’s Eve parties in Philadelphia to commemorate the change of the calendar. Following are some of the best New Year’s Eve parties in Philadelphia in...

End of Hawaii's jazz era: ‘Lady Fingers’ Betty Loo Taylor dies

Carol Banks Weber — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 18:28:01 UT

No discussion of jazz in Hawaii is complete without some mention of naturally gifted pianist Betty Loo Taylor, 87. This past Wednesday, fans mourned the loss of “Lady Fingers,” who passed away at Palolo Chinese Home, a nursing facility she’d been staying at. A Waikiki legend, Taylor battled...

Rae Sremmurd's 'Black Beatles' is the hottest song for sixth consecutive week

Chase Hunt — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 18:26:01 UT

Another week has gone by and the Hot 100 songs chart is still being dominated by Rae Sremmurd's "Black Beatles" which gained attention thanks to the viral "Mannequin Challenge." The song is sitting at the top of the chart for a sixth consecutive week but is now showing signs of slowing down on two...

Run the Jewels tease third album with concert clip

Mario McKellop — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 18:24:02 UT

Ahead of the release of their third self-titled album, rap supergroup Run the Jewels has released a teaser to whet fans appetites. Posted to YouTube on Dec. 20, the 34-second clip features the duo performing part of their latest single “Legend Has It" live in concert, as well as some brief behind...

Best New Year's Eve parties in Tulsa 2016

Christine Nyholm — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 18:22:01 UT

Ring in the New Year at one of the gala New Year’s Eve parties in Tulsa, Okla. It will soon be time to say good bye to 2016 and to greet the new year, 2017. Following are some of the best New Year’s Eve parties in Tulsa, Okla. for 2016-2017. Midnight at The Mayo Presents A Royal New Year’s Eve! Dec...

Teri Miko releases new track 'Fukuyo' and has the energy to get people moving

J.L. Herrera — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 18:16:01 UT

New and up-and-comer bass music creator Teri Miko releases “Fukuyo” for electronic music lovers to indulge. This track will put EDM lovers in the mood to tear the floor at any club. It has a nice power punch to get bodies moving and the mind trippin’. This new track “Fukuyo” by Teri Miko was...

NFC West Week 16 viewer's guide

Kim Hastings — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 16:38:01 UT

Week 16 in the NFL

" align="left" border="0" /> Football fans know that Week 16 of the 2016/17 National Football League season began Thursday night with the Eagles beating the Giants and making the Cowboys and their fans the happiest of all. The Giants will still make the playoffs. But they will have to remember to pack an offense if they are...

New Americana Music Video 'Whiskey Sue' to Stream Nationally on Ditty TV

Michelle Lavallee — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 16:34:01 UT

On Dec. 20, the husband and wife team of Jhett and Callie Sioux Schiavone , known as singing duo Gleewood, announced that their new Americana music video “Whiskey Sue” is set to stream on Ditty TV later this month. Ditty TV has identified Dec. 21 at 11:00 p.m. CST as the premiere date of the video...

Amanda Palmer honors Leonard Cohen with two tributes

Janelle Sheetz — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 16:20:02 UT

It feels as though 2016 has been a nearly endless stream of celebrity deaths and ensuing tributes, and it continues following the loss of icon Leonard Cohen. In a year that saw Amanda Palmer honoring fellow lost icons David Bowie and Prince, the singer has once again paid her respects through music...

Top 10 most anticipated Americana albums of 2017

Chris Griffy — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 16:14:01 UT

After a historic 2016 that saw Americana music get its own Billboard chart, Chris Stapleton crossed over into mainstream country in a big way, and Sturgill Simpson score a surprise Album of the Year Grammy nomination, 2017 has its work cut out for it. Still, there is already a strong slate of albums...

Guns N' Roses may play at Bonnaroo venue in Manchester, TN this summer

Tom Shackleford — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 00:56:01 UT

Guns N Roses are scheduled to play at The Farm where Bonnaroo is held for an additional unannounced show as part of their Not In This Lifetime Tour next summer.

" align="left" border="0" /> After a huge comeback over the past year, Guns N’ Roses will be taking their Not In This Lifetime Tour across North America again in 2017. After weeks of speculation, the band finally confirmed recently that they would be playing sixteen dates across North America starting July 27 in St. Louis, MO...

Check out photos from IHEARTCOMIX's wild LA Gives Back holiday benefit

William Pankey — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 23:26:01 UT

When the news broke that IHEARTCOMIX, the record label and epic party-throwing creative house, was throwing a one-night benefit bash, it seemed too good to be true but, somehow, they pulled it off. Taking place this past Wednesday (Dec. 21), IHEARTCOMIX took over L.A.’s Union Nightclub and brought...

Watch: Mariah Carey is festive and flirty in new holiday video

Vanessa Vallon — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 23:22:02 UT

Mariah Carey is releasing new music videos for her covers of "Here Comes Santa Claus," "O Holy Night" and "Joy to the World.”

" align="left" border="0" /> Mariah Carey has become the honorary queen of Christmas and she's not skimping on her duties. Carey is counting down the days until Christmas the only way she knows how: through song, dance and a lot of glitter. Over the three days leading up to Christmas (Dec. 22, 23, 24), Carey is unveiling three...

Fernando Triff hits the spot with new sexy video for song 'Risk Tak3r'

J.L. Herrera — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 22:22:01 UT

Fernando Triff hits the right spot with his new music video for his single “Risk Tak3r”. The video is basically in what looks like a photo shoot of a hot looking young tasty woman who brings the screen to life. Yes, sex sells and it seems like Triff took that approach for this new video and pretty...

POSSE’s remix of “Insanity” sums up a successful year for the duo

J.L. Herrera — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 22:18:01 UT

POSSE’s latest remix is out now, making this year’s holiday more insane. If Deep Root Records was Santa Claus, that would make Justin Rodriguez and Chris Lopez the early Christmas gift that house fans have been waiting for. The two Brooklyn DJ / producer prodigies have cooked up a remix to 1WayTKT’s...

1WayTKT’s new single “Insanity” is the perfect song to ring in the new year

J.L. Herrera — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 22:18:01 UT

New York DJ/producers 1WayTKT just released their second song on Armada Deep, “Insanity”, featuring the vocals of Netousha Monroe. The song is a seamless blend of house, pop, and jazz that incorporates live trumpets over lush keyboards and a melodic bassline. As Netousha Monroe sings, “The...

Colorado Hip Hop artists Stryker & MFT of 50/50innertainment become Co-Signed by Roc Nation

J.L. Herrera — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 22:16:01 UT

Hip hop musicians Stryker & MFT have proven to be one of Colorado's most influential hip hop duo's. Currently featured on MTV, 9news, Worldstar and other major media sites they're starting to get the recognition they deserve. Not only are they musicians,they own their own Record Label named 5...

Watch: 5 things you didn't know about the enigmatic Bob Dylan

William Pankey — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 22:12:01 UT

Bob Dylan

" align="left" border="0" /> Bob Dylan came up at the perfect time in rock history. Can you imagine a singer-songwriter penning long, literary, and heavy acoustic protest songs in this day and age? He would probably have seven albums on Bandcamp, and no one would never know who he was. But while that is one reason why Dylan...

Bryson Tiller gives back to his hometown this holiday season

Nicole Cormier — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 21:46:01 UT

When you are proud of where you’re from, you give back, and that’s just what singer, Bryson Tiller did this holiday season. Making back to his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, Tiller made an appearance at a downtown Kroger and Pic Pack grocery stores last week. He wasn’t performing though, while...

Don’t be so quick to pass over Joe Perry’s short but sweet Christmas album

Tom Shackleford — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 21:34:01 UT

Joe Perry - Joe Perry's Merry Christmas

" align="left" border="0" /> Joe Perry has released a handful of various solo albums throughout his long Hall of Fame career as a rock and roller and founding member of Aerosmith. One of his seven solo albums released outside of the Aerosmith realm usually get’s passed over when talked about amongst classic rock critics, and...

Big Sean drops new track and announces 'I Decided,' will drop in early 2017

Nicole Cormier — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 21:28:01 UT

Big Sean finally shed some light on the details about his album I Decided, which is due to drop on Feb. 3, 2017 on G.O.O.D. Music. The project is the highly anticipated follow-up to his album Dark Sky Paradise which dropped in 2015 and quickly reached platinum status. I Decided was precluded with...

Best New Year's Eve parties in New Orleans 2016

Christine Nyholm — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 20:12:01 UT

New Year’s Eve is celebrated with many notable events in New Orleans, including the Sugar Bowl Parade, the midnight dropping of the Fleur de Lis in the French Quarter, and the spectacular fireworks display over the great Mississippi River. The legendary “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rocking’ Eve” will be...

Best New Year's Eve parties in Washington, DC 2016

Christine Nyholm — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 20:12:01 UT

Ring in the New Year at one of the many gala parties being held in Washington DC, to say good bye to 2016 and hello to 2017. There will be many parties to choose from in the nation’s capital, but make reservations as soon as possible because the most popular parties are selling out. Following are...

Your 2016 guide to New Year's Eve in Florida

Kayla Whitney — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 20:10:01 UT

The Sunshine State will be known for its nightlife once New Year's Eve drops. The major cities of Florida will all be bringing 2016 to a close with a bang as the last minutes of the year approach. Throughout the panhandle state there is something for everyone this New Year's Eve, ranging from family...

Watch: Paul McCartney and Emma Stone tease each other after Joshua Tree show

Vanessa Vallon — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 20:04:01 UT

In between weekends of Desert Trip in October, Paul McCartney threw an impromptu show at Pappy and Harriet's in Pioneertown, California.

" align="left" border="0" /> Paul McCartney made some lucky fans’ lives back in October when he played a surprise show at at the 300-capacity desert dive Pappy & Harriet's in between his pair of Desert Trip gigs. McCartney’s impromptu gig at the Pioneertown “biker roadhouse” near Joshua Tree attracted superfans, a famous...

Blossoms beat out big names to earn top-selling debut album of 2016 in the UK

Tom Shackleford — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 19:42:01 UT

Blossoms outsold artists like Zayn and Jack Garratt to have the highest selling debut album of 2016 in the U.K.

" align="left" border="0" /> It may be tough to believe, but some pretty solid albums were released in 2016 by artists not named Beyoncé, Bowie, or Radiohead. I know, weird right? One of the artists who really broke onto the international scene this year, were the British rock band Blossoms, who outperformed fellow Brits, Zayn...

Hear five interpretations of 'Slumber Party' on Britney Spears' new EP

Nicole Cormier — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 19:24:01 UT

One variation of the Britney Spears and Tinashe song, “Slumber Party” was simply not enough. The hit, and the accompanying steamy video has over 45 million views, which led to the drop of a five-track EP featuring five unique variations of the track, each more danceable than the last. The single is...

In Photos: Google brings joyful GOODFest finale to Los Angeles

Mya Singleton — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 19:20:01 UT

As 2016 comes to a close and citizens face the aftermath of a tumultuous election in America, Google and GOOD decided to host a music festival to inspire change, optimism, and positivity. GOODFest consisted of five different shows across five cities to celebrate a number of causes: generosity...

Basecamp to tour US in 2017

Mario McKellop — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 19:14:01 UT

Nashville, Tennessee-based electronica trio BASECAMP will be touring the United States in early 2017. The group will be hitting the road next year in support of their new EP, In Stone, which was released to much acclaim in October. BASECAMP’s new tour will feature opening performances from Chicago...

CRSSD Fest announces spring 2017 lineup

Mario McKellop — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 19:12:01 UT

Southern California’s premiere EDM music festival CRSSD Fest has announced the lineup for their spring 2017 event. Staged at San Diego’s Waterpark Park on March 4 and 5, the festival a slew of high-profile acts from across the world including Australian producer Flume, British singer-songwriter...

Your 2016 national guide to New Year's Eve: Bars, parties, family friendly and more

Kayla Whitney — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 18:18:01 UT

Prepare to blast some Europe, because "The Final Countdown" of 2016 is upon us. Whether you're looking to celebrate the memories of 2016 or celebrate the end of it all, there is something for everyone all across the United States this New Year's Eve. Not to worry if you have little ones who still...

Paul McCartney releases coloring templates

Vanessa Vallon — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 17:42:01 UT

Paul McCartney has released three new coloring templates, available for download on his website.

" align="left" border="0" /> Sharpen your colored pencils, because Paul McCartney wants to be the subject of your latest creative endeavors. McCartney has just released three coloring templates available for download to “help pass any idle hours of your festive break,” including illustrations of McCartney performing and feeling...

Randy Rogers buys historic Texas music venue

Vanessa Vallon — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 16:56:01 UT

As a young, aspiring country artist, Randy Rogers (L) befriended Cheatham Street Warehouse owner Kent Finlay (R). He recently purchased the music institution from the late venue owner's family.

" align="left" border="0" /> Randy Rogers can now add “venue proprietor” to his lengthy resume. The Texas country staple is now the proud owner of the iconic Cheatham Street Warehouse in San Marcos, Texas. Founded, owned and operated by Kent Finlay from 1974 until his death last year, the venue has seen George Strait make his...

Best family friendly New Year's Eve events in Washington, DC 2016

Kareem Gantt — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:46:01 UT

Washington, DC is a city filled with rich history, but on New Year’s Eve America’s capital will be filled with revelers from all corners of the area. With numerous bars and clubs that will play host to all sorts of party people looking to end 2016 on a high note, there will not be a shortage of...

Nicki Minaj tour documentary to air on New Year's Eve

Mario McKellop — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:44:01 UT

Rapper Nicki Minaj will be giving her fans a special treat on New Year’s Eve; a new documentary called “The Pinkprint Tour: Nicki Minaj Live From Brooklyn.” The special will air on BET on Dec. 31 at 10 pm ET. It will be composed of footage shot during Minaj’s performance at Brooklyn, New York’s...

Best family friendly New Year's Eve events in New Orleans 2016

Kareem Gantt — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:42:01 UT

New Orleans is one of the world’s great party cities on a regular day, so you should already know that the Big Easy will be on fire on New Year’s Eve. From the rockin’ bars in the French Quarter to neighborhood house parties, if you’re coming to New Orleans to party, you will find no shortage of...

ICYMI: John Mayer drops new album details and these 9 fascinating facts in Instagram Live chat

Lori Melton — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:42:01 UT

In case you missed it, John Mayer gave his fans an early Christmas present last Friday, Dec. 16, by dropping some major details about his highly-anticipated new album, The Search For Everything in an Instagram Live Chat with his friend Jordan Rubin from his home in L.A. Their impromptu, fledgling...

Best family friendly New Year's Eve events in Tulsa 2016

Kareem Gantt — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:40:02 UT

Tulsa is the belt buckle of the so-called “Bible Belt,” but that doesn’t mean that this town is staid when New Year’s Eve comes around. In fact, it’s quite the exact opposite. This is a city that gets down when it comes to New Year’s Eve, with the clubs and bars competing to get the attention of...

Best family friendly New Year's Eve events in Philadelphia 2016

Kareem Gantt — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:40:02 UT

Philadelphia may be close to New York City, but when it comes to New Year’s Eve celebrations, this city has its own flavor. From grand firework displays to bars and clubs rocking and rolling, New Year’s Eve will liven up the City of Brotherly Love in a wave of partying and celebrating. But if you’re...

Kate Bush dazzles with new live release 'Before the Dawn'

Kevin Wierzbicki — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:38:02 UT

In early 2014 Kate Bush gave her fans something they had been anticipating for 35-years: a chance to see her perform live. Despite an extremely successful career as a recording artist, Bush has eschewed performing live and her string of 22 dates at London’s Hammersmith Eventim Apollo, all of which...

Watch Straight No Chaser's compelling video for 'Mary, Did You Know?'

Mario McKellop — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:38:02 UT

A cappella group Straight No Chaser has released a compelling new video for their cover of “Mary, Did You Know?” The clip, directed by Wes Teshome, was filmed live in one take at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Brooklyn, New York. The performance has a solemnity and gravitas feels appropriate for both...

Listen: Maroon 5 release remix of 'Don't Wanna Know' with Ryan Riback

Brittany Frederick — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:36:02 UT

Maroon 5 gave fans an early Christmas present on Thursday night. The band has released a remix of their latest single "Don't Wanna Know" featuring Australian DJ Ryan Riback; you can listen to the new version now by using the media player included with this article, and download it on iTunes. The...

John Legend's 'All of Me' latest music video to reach one billion views

Brittany Frederick — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:36:02 UT

John Legend is the newest member of YouTube's one billion views club. The company issued a press release on Thursday announcing that the music video for Legend's "All of Me", his hit ballad from 2013, had surpassed one billion views on the YouTube website; you can add to that number by watching the...

Secondhand Serenade bringing anniversary tour to Dallas in 2017

Shawn S. Lealos — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:34:01 UT

Secondhand Serenade is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the studio release of their debut album Awake in 2017. Concert Fix reported that Secondhand Serenade will hit Dallas for this anniversary tour with a concert at Trees on Feb. 19, 2017. While more and more musical artists are finding...

Enter Shikari playing 10th anniversary concert at Trees in Dallas

Shawn S. Lealos — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:34:01 UT

Enter Shikari is not a band that really looks to the past but they are heading out on a tour through North America in celebration of the 10th anniversary of their debut album Take To The Skies. Concert Fix reported that Enter Shikari will head out on a small A Celebration of 10 Years Take to the...

YouTube sensation William Singe coming to Dallas in 2017

Shawn S. Lealos — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:32:01 UT

William Singe has announced his second North American tour for 2017 and the Internet sensation will be hitting Dallas on this jaunt. Concert Fix reported that Singe will play at the South Side Music Hall in Dallas on March 12, 2017, for his The Changes tour. This is a 37 city tour and tickets for...

Whitechapel coming to Dallas for Meal Blade Records 35th Anniversary Tour

Shawn S. Lealos — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:28:01 UT

Metal Blade Records is one of the most iconic metal record labels in music history and they are celebrating their 35th anniversary with a huge metal tour headlined by Whitechapel. Loudwire reported that the Metal Blade 35th Anniversary Tour will hit Dallas at the House of Blues on March 15, 201...

Sigur Ros coming to Dallas, playing two major sets in concert

Shawn S. Lealos — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:28:01 UT

Sigur Ros has announced a huge North American tour and has promised two giant sets in each show, all concerts performed in an intimate setting. Concert Fix reported that Sigur Ros will come to Dallas on this tour with a show at the Bomb Factory in Deep Ellum on June 7, 2017. Tickets are available...

New Found Glory playing 20th anniversary tour in Dallas

Shawn S. Lealos — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:26:01 UT

New Found Glory is heading out on their 20 Years of Pop-Punk Tour in 2017 and Concert Fix announced that they will be heading to Dallas for the big tour. The Dallas tour stop for New Found Glory will take place at The Door on May 5, 2017. This 20th-anniversary tour will launch in Baltimore on March...

AXS Exclusive: Bad Cop premiere's their holiday single, 'Up on the Rooftop'

Lindsey Borders — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:26:01 UT

Nashville-based rock band, Bad Cop, has teamed up with AXS to exclusively premiere their holiday single "Up on the Rooftop." The band is gearing up for their upcoming album, Hello Mr. Sunshine, produced by Chris Grainger, known for his work with Wilco and Cadillac Three. Having begun on the music...

Clean Bandit's 'Rockabye' with Anne-Marie and Sean Paul starts to rock U.S. chart

Lucas Villa — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:26:01 UT

U.K. group Clean Bandit's latest single "Rockabye" is starting to rock the U.S. The Sean Paul and Anne-Marie-assisted track climbed to No. 90 on the Dec. 31 edition of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Clean Bandit is most known for the 2014 hit "Rather Be," which dominated music charts worldwide...

Ed Sheeran, Ellie Goulding support Centrepoint's fight against youth homelessness

Lori Melton — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:24:01 UT

Ed Sheeran’s fans may not know that the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter spent nights sleeping outside Buckingham Palace as a young, struggling artist. But that’s just one of the reasons why the Suffolk, England native wants to give back in the face of his global success. The “Thinking Out Loud...

Watch Coldplay’s Chris Martin cover Drake, The Beatles, Leonard Cohen, at surprise benefit show

Tom Shackleford — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 06:22:01 UT

Chris Martin is joined by members of the Bowery Mission at Mercury Lounge in New York City for a surprise concert on Wednesday night.

" align="left" border="0" /> On Wednesday evening, Coldplay’s Chris Martin surprised music fans in New York City when he took the stage at Mercury Lounge for a somewhat surprise show to raise money and awareness for The Bowery Mission, an organization dedicated to helping the city’s homeless and hungry. The very intimate...

Watch: Led by Kaylee Rodgers, Killard House choir cover of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" goes viral

Nate Todd — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 02:02:01 UT

Kaylee and the Killard House Special School choir.

" align="left" border="0" /> Since Leonard Cohen passed away on November 7, there have been many covers of his beatific masterpiece “Hallelujah.” But this one might be the most uplifting, and let’s face it; we need all the uplifting we can get at the end of this turbulent year. A video was recently posted on YouTube of the...

Chance The Rapper and Jeremih reinvent a Christmas tradition

Nicole Cormier — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 01:36:01 UT

The holiday season is often filled with mixed emotions. Some people, full of joyous in the holiday spirit, others may feel lonely and inadequate, while some simply despise the forced consumerism. The always astute, Chance the Rapper knows what the people want, and he delivered it just in time...

The East Atlanta Santa, Gucci Mane makes you 'Stutter' this Christmas

Nicole Cormier — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 01:12:01 UT

You better watch out; the East Atlanta Santa may be coming for your girl. Gucci Mane drops the captivating video for the single, “Stutter” which appears on his latest release The Return of East Atlanta Santa. Since his release from prison in May, Gucci has released three albums with Santa as the...

Watch: Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong performs 'Ordinary World' on 'Conan'

Nate Todd — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 23:54:01 UT

Armstrong performed solo acoustic on Conan Wednesday.

" align="left" border="0" /> Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong stopped into "Conan" on Wednesday where he performed “Ordinary World” from the band’s latest record Revolution Radio. Armstrong took the stage with just his acoustic guitar and crooned the Dylan-esque closer to the album. The stage was bare, the lights were sparse...

New York Mets: Examining the most disliked players in franchise history

Eric Holden — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 23:22:01 UT

Aaron Heilman. Vince Coleman. Armando Benitez. Just hearing the names of those three players is enough to give goosebumps -- and bring back nightmarish memories -- to New York Mets fans worldwide. Why such disdain for them? Heilman and Benitez blew plenty of saves in must-win games for the franchise...

Pretty Lights reveals plans for first album in three years

Nate Todd — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 23:00:01 UT

Pretty Lights new album will be out early 2017.

" align="left" border="0" /> In a rare interview with The Denver Post, Pretty Lights has revealed plans to release a new album early 2017. The studio effort will be Derek Vincent Smith’s first in more than three years since the release of 2013’s Color Map of the Sun. But that doesn’t mean that the Colorado native hasn’t been...

GRAMMY Museum to hold intimate conversation with Barbra Streisand

Alexa Spieler — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 22:52:01 UT

Eight-time GRAMMY® Award winner Barbra Streisand will be visiting the Clive Davis Theater for an intimate conversation that will benefit the GRAMMY Museum at L.A. LIVE's educational programs, of which served a record 29,000 students in 2016. These educational programs include after-school workshops...

Steven Tyler uncertain about future of Aerosmith

Robert Rheubottom — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 22:52:01 UT

Steven Tyler remains hesitant to confirm that Aerosmith will retire following their 2017 “Aero-Vederci Baby!” world tour. The iconic Aerosmith frontman says he's “not sure” whether their confirmed dates through Europe and as-yet-to-be-announced dates throughout “the rest of the world” will be the...

Bulgaria seeks strong artists for Eurovision 2017

Chris Hockman — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 22:30:01 UT

Poli Genova performing in the 2016 Eurovision final

" align="left" border="0" /> After coming fourth in Eurovision in 2016, Bulgaria is hungry and ready for going even better in 2017 as broadcaster BNT announced their call for submissions on Thursday. In the call for submissions, BNT have asked for record labels and producers to submit their bids for Eurovision 2017. This is a...

Your guide to NFL football on Christmas Eve and Christmas

Mark Schiff — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 21:50:01 UT

Von Miller is but one of the NFL stars that will be playing on Christmas this year

" align="left" border="0" /> Christmas comes but once a year. NFL football on Christmas is considerably more rare. With the holiday landing on a Sunday in 2016, the NFL will host a doubleheader on Christmas day for the first time in 10 years. Christmas Eve has even more gifts in store for fans of pro football, with a full slate...

Watch: 5 things you didn't know about the Rocket Man, Elton John

William Pankey — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 21:26:01 UT

Did you know that Elton John taught himself how to play the piano?

" align="left" border="0" /> When it’s all said and done, Elton John will undoubtedly go down as a legend, even though you rarely hear his name listed among other rock greats. When looking back, though, who has as many iconic hits and songs as John? Not many. If John were a one-hit-wonder who only hit it big with “Rocket Man...

Best family friendly New Year's Eve events in Baltimore 2016

Kareem Gantt — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 21:24:01 UT

Baltimore is one of America’s “sneaky good’ party cities. What we mean by that is this city doesn’t get the recognition that it deserves for its party scene, a scene that will be energized when New Year’s Eve roll around. On this day, the city’s bars and clubs will be on fire with revelers who are...

Watch: Joe Russo's Almost Dead heat up the Ogden Theatre, 2017 tickets on sale now

Nate Todd — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 21:14:01 UT

Joe Russo's Almost Dead at the Ogden Theatre on 12/15/16

" align="left" border="0" /> On December 15, Grateful Dead tribute band Joe Russo’s Almost Dead delivered a heater to a sold-out crowd at Denver’s Ogden Theatre. The band jammed through a number of crowd pleasing Dead tunes like “Viola Lee Blues,” “Loser,” “Shakedown Street,” “The Greatest Story Ever Told,” and the epic...

Best family friendly New Year's Eve events in Indianapolis 2016

Kareem Gantt — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 21:02:01 UT

If you haven’t heard by now, Indianapolis is a city that is on the rise when it comes to nightlife. With new bars and clubs springing up almost every week, there is no let up to this classic Midwestern city’s comeback. On New Year’s Eve, the city’s revitalized nightlife scene will be on full display...

Best family friendly New Year's Eve events in Cincinnati 2016

Kareem Gantt — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 21:02:01 UT

Cincinnati is an underrated town when it comes to celebrating New Year’s Eve. Although it will be cold when the clock strikes midnight, the bars and clubs around the Queen City will be warm and buzzing with revelers who will be looking to have a New Year to remember. But while adults can have a...

Watch: Adele's best Grammy moments through the years

William Pankey — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 20:56:01 UT

The 2017 Grammy Awards are right around the corner and, to the surprise of no one, Adele and Beyonce have swept up the most nominations. Adele is no stranger to the gold gramophone celebration. Since the beginning, the singer has made an imprint on the show, whether that was through performances or...

Bon Jovi debuts new video for song 'New Year's Day'

Robert Rheubottom — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 20:40:02 UT

Bon Jovi has debuted an official video for the song “New Year's Day.” The video is the latest from their chart-topping studio album This House Is Not For Sale, which hit shelves on Nov. 4 via Island Records/UMG. The legendary New Jersey rockers unveiled the news with a teaser clip via their...

Best New Year's Eve parties in Indianapolis 2016

Christine Nyholm — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 20:16:02 UT

New Year’s Eve is celebrated with fanfare, as the old year ends and the new year begins. There will be several parties in Indianapolis marking the transition from 2016 to 2017. Following are some of the best New Year’s Eve parties in Indianapolis for 2016-2017. New Year’s Eve on Georgia Street Dec...

Mixtape of the decade: 2010's

Brittany Frederick — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 20:16:02 UT

The 2010's aren't even over yet but that doesn't mean we can't start compiling our mixtape of the decade. Fans are hearing more music than ever before thanks to extra platforms like satellite radio, streaming and YouTube. And the hits seem to be coming from more directions than ever before. AXS has...

Red One: Listen to Chewbacca sing ‘Silent Night’ from venues around the universe

Tom Shackleford — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 20:14:01 UT

Chewbacca sings "Silent Night" in a new mashup video of the Star Wars wookie

" align="left" border="0" /> In the words of universally-renowned smuggler, Han Solo, this is ridiculous. Then again, these are quite ridiculous times. In spirit of the holiday celebrations currently taking place on the planet Kashyyyk all week long, one of the planet’s most popular Wookies is here to remind us that anyone can...

Best New Year's Eve parties in Cincinnati 2016

Christine Nyholm — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 19:24:01 UT

New Year’s Eve is traditionally the time that people gather to observe the end of one year and the beginning of a new year. There are several New Year’s Eve parties in Cincinnati, Ohio to celebrate the change from 2016 to 2017. Following are some of the best New Year’s Eve parties in Cincinnati in...

The best songs to put on your jazz mixtape

Brittany Frederick — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 19:24:01 UT

The jazz genre is one with a rich history and a wide variety of talents. It may not be the most popular type of music, but fans who give it a listen will be pleasantly surprised at what they find: vibrant instrumentals and fantastic vocal performances. There's a lot about jazz to love, and so AXS...

Chris Stapleton lands three tracks on Pandora's most-streamed country songs of 2016

Jason Scott — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 19:16:01 UT

Chris Stapleton performs live on his 2016 nationwide tour.

" align="left" border="0" /> 2016 was the year country music splintered off from the "bro-country" trend, circa 2012-2015, and widened its stylistic breadth. Arguably, soulful troubadour Chris Stapleton led the charge following his breakout performance on the 2015 CMA Awards alongside pop singer Justin Timberlake. The two...

Watch Jerry Seinfeld get coffee with Kristen Wiig in new 'Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee' trailer

Laurie Fanelli — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 19:08:01 UT

Comedy fans got an early Christmas present from Jerry Seinfeld in the form of a brand new trailer for the ninth season of his Crackle TV series, “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.” A whole new lineup of hilarious comedians and actors – and one returning coffee companion – appear in the 90-second...

Best family friendly New Year's Eve events in San Diego 2016

Kareem Gantt — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 19:08:01 UT

San Diego is known for its laid-back culture, but when the night descends on America’s Finest City, this town let loose and party the night away. This will be even more evident on New Year’s Eve when the bars and clubs all work hard to attract New Year's revelers with the goal of partying 2016 away...

Best family friendly New Year's Eve events in Austin 2016

Kareem Gantt — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 19:08:01 UT

Everyone on the planet knows that Austin is one the best party cities in America. So you know when New Year’s Eve roll around, this city will be jumping in both its numerous clubs and bars. While the adults will be busy drinking 2016 away, for those who would love to spend the last day of 2016 with...

Best family friendly New Year's Eve events in Raleigh-Durham (Fayetteville) 2016

Kareem Gantt — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 19:08:01 UT

The Raleigh-Durham area, also known as the Triangle Region, has grown up in the nightlife world. In the past few years, as more and more people have flocked to the region, the Triangle’s party scene has grown full circle, and on New Year’s Eve, you will be able to witness the full breadth of this...

Listen to Eddie Van Halen shred through an old holiday classic

Tom Shackleford — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 19:02:01 UT

Eddie Van Halen performing "Joy To The World" on 2003's Santamental is certainly one of the top forgotten holiday songs.

" align="left" border="0" /> Remember that killer drum tempo that you just couldn’t help but go nuts to anytime Van Halen’s ‘Hot for Teacher’ came on? Keep that rhythm but add the lyrics and melody of “Joy to the World,” and you’ve got one of the more awesomely forgotten holiday songs from Eddie Van Halen himself. The cover...

Mike Birbiglia announces Working It Out Tour

Laurie Fanelli — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 18:14:02 UT

Comedian Mike Birbiglia spent much of 2016 performing his critically acclaimed one-man show, “Thank God for Jokes,” which is set to be released as a Netflix special next year, in New York City and beyond. Fans will once again have the opportunity to see him performing in 2017 as he has announced...

Hall of Heavy Metal History to induct Lemmy, Ronnie James Dio, Randy Rhoads, more

Melanie Falina — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 18:14:02 UT

Hall of Heavy Metal History to induct Lemmy, Ronnie James Dio, Randy Rhoads, more

" align="left" border="0" /> While many music awards shows still haven't seemed to figure out exactly what heavy metal music is, there's at least one awards ceremony that is focused purely on the glory of metal - The Hall of Heavy Metal History. With a mission of honoring the legendary heavy metal musicians who have gloriously...

Best New Year's Eve parties in Birmingham 2016

Christine Nyholm — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 18:14:02 UT

New Year’s Eve is fast approaching and it is time to make plants for the biggest party night of the year. In Birmingham, Alabama, there are several parties where you can have fun and observe the end of 2016 and the beginning of 2017. Following are the best New Year’s Eve parties in Birmingham for...

AXS Exclusive: Fable Cry premiere's cover of Nightmare Before Christmas' 'Sally's Song'

Lindsey Borders — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 18:14:02 UT

Theatrical and horror-theme infused Fable Cry have a released an exclusive track with AXS, their take on the popular, "Sally's Song," from Tim Burton's cult classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas. The song can be heard here. The band was recently featured on Today in Nashville on NBC 4, and has...

Jamie Lynn Spears has a 'Sleepover' at the Grand Ole Opry (watch)

Jason Scott — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 17:58:01 UT

Singer-songwriter Jamie Lynn Spears performs "Sleepover" at the Grand Ole Opry.

" align="left" border="0" /> Former Nickelodeon star Jamie Lynn Spears first made her foray into country music with her 2014 debut EP, The Journey, which showed her chops for traditional-bent material on standouts like lead single "How Could I Want More" and "Run." Since then, the singer-songwriter took some time to polish her...

Bret Michaels to do Christmas show, launches emoji app

Melanie Falina — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 17:30:02 UT

Bret Michaels to do Christmas show, lauches emoji app

" align="left" border="0" /> Leave it to the "Nothing But A Good Time" crooner, Bret Michaels, to bestow not just one but two surprises upon his fans this holiday season... From his days with Poison and through a successful solo music career, to movies and reality television, if there's anything we've learned to expect from...

Listen: Nine Inch Nails release much-anticipated new song

Erica Dominguez — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 17:30:02 UT

In late 2015, Nine Inch Nails frontman Trent Reznor was asked when the band would release new music. At the time, the group had been put on the back burner while he, and frequent collaborator Atticus Ross, worked on some high-profile movie scores/soundtracks. His response to the question about new...