All things considered, 2024 was a pretty good year in sports. The biggest events lived up to the hype and the biggest stars gave us some iconic performances. However, it wasn’t just a big year for sports between the lines, as 2024 continued to bring together the worlds of sports and music in some major […]
OpEd Diamond’s Mine: The Best Albums, Live Acts And Newcomers Of 2024 Band Photo: Judas Priest (?) 2024 is finally pinched off from our collective sphincters and as is becoming a far too familiar gripe by now, the state of the world is akin to a two day old Big Mac; neglected, unappealing and probably […]
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has no plans to change its name, despite a steady influx of artists from outside the genre. In recent years, the organization has displayed a broad interpretation of “rock & roll,” welcoming in an array of hip-hop acts (Missy Elliott, A Tribe Called Quest, Eminem), pop stars (Cher, […]
Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx recently revealed that he has been undergoing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, a treatment for symptoms of trauma. On Sunday, December 29th, Sixx took to his social media to write: “A lot of us talk about New Year’s resolution’s. I like the idea of resetting myself a few […]
Hip-hop is more than just a genre—it’s a cultural force that has shaped music, fashion, and storytelling for decades. Since its birth in the Bronx during the 1970s, hip-hop has evolved into a global phenomenon, giving voice to generations and breaking down barriers with its raw authenticity and undeniable beats. From poetic social commentary to […]
2024 was a historic year for music tours, more specifically female rapper tours. Big-name acts like Nicki Minaj, Doja Cat, Missy Elliott and Megan Thee Stallion took full advantage of the uptick and raked in big numbers for their cross-country jaunts. Precedent Setting Year for Female Rappers Four years after COVID-19 shook up the live entertainment industry, concerts are back thriving. For […]
Poison drummer Rikki Rockett has looked back on his band’s classic album Open Up And Say … Ahh!, recalling that Walmart initially refused to carry the LP in its stores. The issue came down to the album’s cover art, which featured a wild, tribal-like figure with a long tongue. During an appearance on The Motley […]
Sammy Hagar and Alex Van Halen have been two key figures in one of rock’s greatest bands, Van Halen. But behind the music lies a feud that seems to be growing with time. Sammy Hagar, the Red Rocker himself, has thrown some serious shade at Alex Van Halen, calling him out for failing to honor […]
Gospel music is more than just a genre—it’s a soul-stirring expression of faith, hope, and joy that has transcended generations. From the humblest church pews to sold-out arenas, gospel songs have the power to heal, inspire, and unite. These timeless melodies and heartfelt lyrics carry messages of love, redemption, and perseverance, resonating deeply with listeners […]
On Monday, rapper Joe Budden was charged with lewdness following an incident where his neighbor claimed seeing him “completely naked.” The Edgewater Police in New Jersey released a statement that on December 4, authorities were “dispatched to an apartment complex for the report from a resident that a man was standing outside of their apartment […]