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VICE Posts Preview of Interview with Eagles of Death Metal

The members of Southern California band, the Eagles of Death Metal, have spoken out for the first time since the band’s show at the Paris concert venue where 89 people lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on the city. Today, Vice released a preview of their interview with Jesse Hughes and Josh Homme. It … Continue reading VICE Posts Preview of Interview with Eagles of Death Metal


Flashback: 22 Years Ago, Adam Sandler Impersonates Bruce Springsteen on SNL

On November 20, 1993, Adam Sandler impersonated Bruce Springsteen on Saturday Night Live, performing “The Turkey Song”. It quickly became a Thanksgiving staple. Watch the sketch below. The Boss himself will make an appearance on an upcoming episode of SNL. He is scheduled as the musical guest for the December 19th episode.


Sisters Spend 22 Years Trying to Discover Identity of U2 Soundalike

Remember the days of tape players, when you heard a song on the radio that you liked, popped in a blank tape, and pressed Record? C’mon… we all did it at some point. Well, two sisters in Vancouver, Canada also did it, back in 1993, thinking they were hearing a new U2 song. But it … Continue reading Sisters Spend 22 Years Trying to Discover Identity of U2 Soundalike


Watch James Taylor and Stephen Colbert Perform “Fire & Rain… And Calzones”

James Taylor may have recently scored a #1 album, and is about to be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, but that hasn’t stopped the legendary singer-songwriter from working on his craft. On Wednesday’s episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Taylor performed an updated version of his classic hit “Fire and Rain” with … Continue reading Watch James Taylor and Stephen Colbert Perform “Fire & Rain… And Calzones”


Watch Jeff Lynne’s ELO Perform on the Tonight Show

Jeff Lynne’s ELO paid a visit to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Wednesday night to perform the new single, “When I Was A Boy”. And while they were there, they also performed the 1978 hit “Mr. Blue Sky” as a web exclusive. Check it out below. The new album, Alone In the Universe, is … Continue reading Watch Jeff Lynne’s ELO Perform on the Tonight Show


Throwback Video: Skid Row – “I Remember You”

This week in 1989,  Skid Row released their hit single “I Remember You.” It reached #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. In a 2007 interview, Sebastian Bach commented, “‘I Remember You’ was the #1 prom song in the United States of America in the year 1990… You talk about making memories! Literally the whole country … Continue reading Throwback Video: Skid Row – “I Remember You”


Eagles of Death Metal Issue Statement Following Paris Attacks

The Eagles of Death Metal have issued a statement following the terrorist attack that took place at Paris concert venue the Bataclan where the band was performing last Friday night. 89 people were killed in the attack including the band’s merch seller, Nick Alexander and Universal Music employees Thomas Ayad, Marie Mosser and Manu Perez. … Continue reading Eagles of Death Metal Issue Statement Following Paris Attacks


Catch Jeff Lynne’s ELO on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Jeff Lynne’s ELO will appear on Wednesday night’s episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to perform the single “When I Was A Boy”.  The song is the first track on the brand new album, Alone in the Universe. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon airs at 11:35pm ET on NBC. Check your local … Continue reading Catch Jeff Lynne’s ELO on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon


James Taylor to Receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

James Taylor is among the recipients of the 2015 Presidential Medal of Freedom, it has been announced. Other music recipients of the nation’s highest civilian honor include Barbara Streisand, Gloria Estefan, composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim, music producer Emilio Estefan, and conductor and teacher Itzhak Perlman. The ceremony will take place at the White House … Continue reading James Taylor to Receive Presidential Medal of Freedom


Bruce Springsteen Set for Saturday Night Live Performance

Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will hit the Saturday Night Live stage December 19th for a performance on what will be the last show of the year. SNL alumni Amy Poehler and Tina Fey will host the episode. This is will be Springsteen’s third appearance as the show’s musical guest. Saturday Night Live … Continue reading Bruce Springsteen Set for Saturday Night Live Performance


Watch Bruce Springsteen’s Classic Live Video for ‘The River’

As a preview of his forthcoming box set, The Ties That Bind: The River Collection, Bruce Springsteen has released a classic live video of “The River” from his 1980 concert at Arizona State University. The Tempe show was part of the Boss’ tour in support of his first double album, The River, and is included … Continue reading Watch Bruce Springsteen’s Classic Live Video for ‘The River’


Are the Rolling Stones getting ready to release a new album?

In recent weeks, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood have indicated that the Rolling Stones may be getting set to record new material. In a Sunday Times Magazine interview, Richards revealed that the band had recently met in London, saying: “These guys aren’t getting any younger, but at the same time, they’re getting better. I’d love … Continue reading Are the Rolling Stones getting ready to release a new album?


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