Jason Isbell has been an outspoken proponent of Covid vaccines and at the forefront of the live music industry’s attempts to safely play concerts during the pandemic. The Americana songwriter brought up both of those topics during a conversation with Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy …
Read More »Lil Nas X Taps Elton John, Megan Thee Stallion, Miley Cyrus for Debut Album 'Montero'
UPDATE (9/1): Lil Nas X has announced the track list and features for his debut album, Montero. Along with Jack Harlow — who appears on the previously-released single “Industry Baby” — the LP will boast appearances from Elton John, Doja Cat, Megan Thee Stallion and Miley Cyrus. The full track …
Read More »Kamasi Washington Delivers a Dizzying Rendition of Metallica's 'My Friend of Misery'
Jazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington has released his rendition of Metallica’s “My Friend of Misery,” from the group’s upcoming Black Album covers compilation, The Metallica Blacklist. Washington’s take on “My Friend of Misery” boasts a frenetic energy that leaps from the bustling drums and piano to Washington’s own searing solo. Vocalist …
Read More »Southerners' Belief in 'Eternal Life' Makes Them 'Less Scared' of Covid, Mississippi Gov. Says
Mississippi’s Republican Governor Tate Reeves said southerners are “a little less scared” of Covid-19 because they “believe in eternal life.” “I’m often asked by some of my friends on the other side of the aisle about Covid… and why does it seem like folks in Mississippi and maybe in the …
Read More »Nandi Bushell Joins Foo Fighters Onstage for Fiery 'Everlong' Performance
Nandi Bushell, who captivated a corner of the internet in 2020 by drum battling Dave Grohl on YouTube, hopped behind a kit with her idol and the rest of the Foo Fighters to perform “Everlong” at the Forum in Los Angeles Thursday, August 26th. “This person inspired me last year …
Read More »George Strait, Darius Rucker Pay Tribute to Charley Pride on 'CMT Giants' Special
On Wednesday, CMT aired the concert special CMT Giants: Charley Pride, a musical tribute to the late, great Country Music Hall of Fame member, who died in late 2020 from complications related to Covid-19. The all-star list of performers included George Strait, Darius Rucker, and Gladys Knight. Strait, who recently …
Read More »Olivia Rodrigo Gives Paramore's Hayley Williams a Writing Credit on 'Good 4 U'
Three months after dropping the pop-punk stunner “Good 4 U,” Olivia Rodrigo has given Paramore‘s Hayley Williams and ex-guitarist Josh Farro co-writing credits to the Sour track. Although Williams and Farro were not initially credited upon the single’s release in May, comparisons were immediately drawn to their 2007 hit “Misery …
Read More »House Committee Investigating the Capitol Attack Will Seek Lawmakers' Phone Records
The House select committee investigating the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol will seek electronic communications records of several hundred people, including members of Congress, according to the committee chair Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.). According to CNN, which was first to report on the committee’s planning, the notices to …
Read More »Song You Need to Know: K Camp, 'Tables Turn'
Now, about a decade into his career, Atlanta’s K Camp has modern Southern anthems to his name like “Cut Her Off,” featuring 2 Chainz, and “Do It,” with Mykko Montana; a flurry of romantic cuts like “What’s on Your Mind” and “Comfortable”; and a viral hit in “Lottery (Renegade).” The …
Read More »Biden Commits to Evacuating Afghan Interpreters But Says Americans Are Top Priority
President Biden delivered remarks about the ongoing crisis and evacuation in Afghanistan caused by a Taliban takeover and the swift collapse of the American-backed government following the withdrawal of U.S. troops. “This is one of the largest, most difficult airlifts in history,” Biden said in a speech from the White …
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