Big NoiseThe Used has announced a new B-sides compilation called MEDZ.The set includes songs written during the sessions for The Used’s latest album, 2023’s Toxic Positivity, that didn’t end up making the record. You can listen to the MEDZ title track now via digital outlets.MEDZ also includes the previously released non-album tracks “People Are Vomit”…… read more »
ABC/Randy HolmesSoundgarden has shared a Facebook post marking the anniversary of frontman Chris Cornell’s death.”We remember and honor the life and legacy of Chris Cornell, a voice that defined a generation and a soul that has resonated with millions,” the “Black Hole Sun” rockers write. “He was more than just an iconic musician; he was…… read more »
AtlanticHalestorm is revisiting a recent trip across the pond in a new live album and concert film.Live at Wembley captures the “I Miss the Misery” outfit’s December 2023 show at the famed London arena. The 18-track set captures performances of songs from throughout Halestorm’s discography, including tracks from their latest album, 2022’s Back from the…… read more »
ABC/Randy HolmesJames Hetfield puts a different spin on Metallica’s “One” in a new version of the song recorded with Apocalyptica.The track finds Hetfield delivering the anti-war song’s lyrics in spoken word rather than singing them, bringing a haunting atmosphere to Apocalyptica’s cello-led rendition. It also features ‘Tallica bassist Robert Trujillo.”For us, it is absolutely incredible…… read more »
Kerry King’s debut solo album, From Hell I Rise, is out now, and the Slayer guitarist is celebrating with a video for the song “Toxic.”The clip, streaming now on YouTube, reflects the political nature of the track’s lyrics, which go, “Toxic rhetoric/ Toxic government/ Toxic politics /T oxic hypocrites.””We’re at a point where political fatigue…… read more »
Better Noise MusicNoting More has shared a new track called “ANGEL SONG,” a cut off their upcoming album, CARNAL.”ANGEL” song features guest vocals by Disturbed frontman David Draiman. You can listen to it now via digital outlets and watch its accompanying video streaming now on YouTube.”‘ANGEL SONG’ is the haunting sound of our past selves melting…… read more »
Disney/Frank MicelottaSlash has premiered the video for his cover of “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” featuring vocals by Demi Lovato.The clip features footage of the Guns N’ Roses guitarist and the pop star recording in the studio, cut with clips of disco-era Detroit. You can watch it streaming now on YouTube.Slash’s version of “Papa Was…… read more »
Gibson RecordsSystem of a Down frontman Serj Tankian has dropped a new solo single called “A.F. Day.””This previously unreleased song was written over 20 years ago at a very early time in my musical career,” Tankian shares.You can listen to “A.F. Day” now via digital outlets and watch its accompanying video streaming now on YouTube.”A.F. Day”…… read more »
Fuzze-Flex Records To record their new album Here to Eternity, Collective Soul headed to the late Elvis Presley’s estate in Palm Springs, California. Once there, the “Shine” rockers found the house largely untouched since The King passed away.”[It had] the same stove, same refrigerator,” frontman Ed Roland tells ABC Audio. “I mean, I showered in…… read more »
Capitol RecordsKings of Leon have shared a video for their song “Seen,” a track off their new album, Can We Please Have Fun.The clip follows a spotlight hopping between different members while the rest of the band is bathed in glowing white light. You can watch it now on YouTube.”We’ve found that the more control…… read more »
