Guitarist Pat Smear has a massive resume. Starting his career with the Germs, he went on to join Foo Fighters in 1995. And while he left the band in ‘97, Smear officially rejoined in 2010. But between the two, from 1993 to 1994, Smear worked with Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl in another band: Nirvana. […]
Get ready to embark on a soulful journey through the timeless music of the legendary Gladys Knight! Known as the “Empress of Soul,” Knight’s powerful voice and heartfelt performances have enchanted audiences for decades. With a career spanning over six decades, she has delivered an incredible array of hits that blend R&B, pop, and gospel […]
UPDATE (Nov. 25): A spokesperson for Universal Music Group has released the following statement to XXL in response to Drake‘s accusations. “The suggestion that UMG would do anything to undermine any of its artists is offensive and untrue,” the statement reads. “We employ the highest ethical practices in our marketing and promotional campaigns. No amount […]
The albums covered in UCR’s review section include new releases by legacy bands, reissues of classic albums by some of the genre’s biggest names and, occasionally, records by more recent artists we think are worth hearing. Below are highlights from more than two dozen albums reviewed by UCR during 2024, listed chronologically – from January’s Green Day release […]
Knocked Loose vocalist Bryan Garris has talked us through the process behind the band’s recent collaborations with Poppy and Motionless In White‘s Chris Motionless on their recent album ‘You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To’. KL are the winners of the Artist Of The Year award in the 2024 Rock Sound Awards Issue and during […]
Ever since Kendrick Lamar dropped his surprise album GNX on Friday, it’s all any rap fan can talk about online. He gave them more food for thought with the video for “Squabble Up,” the album standout which he previously teased in the “Not Like Us” video five months ago. Now, fans can’t stop dissecting the […]
Queensrÿche‘s split with original vocalist Geoff Tate was a messy one. Long story short, Queensrÿche fired Tate‘s wife Susan as their manager at a band meeting in April 2012 without Tate present. Tensions quickly rose over the next few months leading to Queensrÿche firing Tate in June 2012. Tate released a “Queensrÿche” album in 2013 […]
Jethro Tull singer and flutist Ian Anderson makes a guest appearance on Opeth’s new song “§4.” The track – featured on Opeth’s new album, The Last Will and Testament – runs more than seven minutes in length and includes a flute part and spoken word vocals from Anderson. In a press release, Opteh frontman Mikael […]
While speaking with The Irish Times in a new interview, Pantera and Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante was asked what he thinks about the current state of the music industry, and if he believes it has gotten better or worse over the years. “There is no music industry. That’s what has changed,” he responded. “There is […]
Few names in music history evoke the sheer energy and joy of the dance floor as much as Chubby Checker. Known as the undisputed “King of the Twist,” Chubby Checker didn’t just revolutionize the music charts—he brought an entirely new movement to life. With his infectious beats, charismatic performances, and timeless dance crazes, he became […]