Author Archives: GoldMark

The ‘Big 4’ of Rock Collaborations

You never know what you’re going to get when rock’s biggest stars team up. On paper, great collaborations seem easy. Put already-established stars together, let them combine their musical magic, then watch as they churn out an unforgetable hit. In reality, the process is far more complex. Every musician has their own unique approach to songwriting, […]

Rocket Williams, Pharrell’s 17-Year-Old Son, Previews Some Beats

Pharrell‘s son Rocket Williams is following in his famous father’s footsteps and recently shared a preview of some beats he’s been cooking up. On Thursday (Oct. 29), 17-year-old Rocket shared a series of stories with a few recent beats he’s been working on. He tagged Ye and Kim Kardashian’s daughter, North West, in one of […]

‘Medical Emergency’ Forces Deep Purple to Postpone Shows

Deep Purple have been forced to postpone their next two shows due to an unspecified medical emergency involving singer Ian Gillan. “With great disappointment, Deep Purple must announce that they are unable to perform as scheduled tonight at the QI Arena (Leipzig) and tomorrow evening at the Sporthalle (Hamburg)” the group announced Saturday morning on […]

My Chemical Romance’s ‘The Black Parade’ Tops UK Albums Chart

20 years on from its release, My Chemical Romance’s ‘The Black Parade’ has finally hit the top of the UK Albums Chart, according to the Official Charts Company. Upon its release back in 2006, the album debuted at No.02 in the charts, losing out on the top spot to Robbie Williams’ ‘Rudebox’. But now, with […]

Takeoff’s Estate Claims His Rape Accuser Deleted Texts

Takeoff‘s estate is alleging the woman accusing the late rapper of sexual assault deleted text messages that could serve as evidence in their defense in her civil lawsuit. According to a report from MyNewsLA on Thursday (Oct. 29), Takeoff’s estate filed a motion asking a judge to impose terminating sanctions against the accuser. The request […]

Steve Hackett Reflects on Genesis’ Rock Hall Induction

When Phil Collins is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next month, it will be the second time he’s been honored by the institution. The first nod came in 2010 with Genesis. The English progressive rock legends received a worthy tribute from Phish, who performed two songs that night, including a particularly […]

Joe Budden Makes a Surprise Appearance as a Rapper on Law & Order

Joe Budden went from the podcast couch to television with his surprise appearance on the latest episode of Law & Order. On Thursday’s (Oct. 29) episode of Law & Order, titled “Property,” Budden makes his primetime television acting debut playing a rapper who is connected to the episode’s murder victim through the local art scene. […]