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R.E.M. at the BBC: Rare Studio & Live Recordings Spanning Nearly 25 Years Photo R.E.M. at the BBC: Rare Studio & Live Recordings Spanning Nearly 25 Years
by Tori Hartshorn - September 06, 2018

R.E.M. grew up with the BBC, and this historic relationship is lovingly celebrated across an incredible collection that beautifully illustrates the career trajectory of one of modern music's greatest bands. The collection-available as a super-deluxe edition 8-CD/1-DVD box set, as well as 2-CD, 2-LP ...

Fred Abong (Throwing Muses, Belly) Announces Debut HOMELESS EP, UK Tour with Kristin Photo Fred Abong (Throwing Muses, Belly) Announces Debut HOMELESS EP, UK Tour with Kristin Hersh
by Tori Hartshorn - June 28, 2018

Fred Abong – best known as former bass player for the influential art-punk band Throwing Muses and Grammy-nominated alt-rock band Belly – has announced he will release his debut solo EP, entitled 'Homeless'....

Throwing Muses' Kristin Hersh Adds UK Tour Dates, Signs to Fire Records for New Album Photo Throwing Muses' Kristin Hersh Adds UK Tour Dates, Signs to Fire Records for New Album
by Macon Prickett - May 29, 2018

As indie rock legend Kristin Hersh prepares for her sold-out show at Robert Smith's Meltdown Festival next month, she is sharing a new track - 'LAX' - from her forthcoming album, and has rounded out her upcoming United Kingdom tour with new dates in support of this single and latest album 'Wyatt at ...

Kristin Hersh Announces New UK Tour Dates For June 2018 Following London's Meltdown F Photo Kristin Hersh Announces New UK Tour Dates For June 2018 Following London's Meltdown Festival
by Tori Hartshorn - April 04, 2018

Indie rock legend Kristin Hersh, most recognised as the frontperson for the influential art-punk band Throwing Muses and power trio 50FOOTWAVE, will kick off a short visit to the UK this summer with her sold-out performance at Robert Smith's Meltdown Festival on June 21st, followed by a set of solo ...

FISCHERSPOONER Release Eagerly Anticipated album SIR Photo FISCHERSPOONER Release Eagerly Anticipated album SIR
by Macon Prickett - February 19, 2018

Iconic art-pop group Fischerspooner release their first album in nearly a decade, Sir, today via Ultra Records.  Entirely produced by Michael Stipe, the album presents a resistant narrative with an overtly queer and celebratory body of work in response to the current atmosphere in America. The colle...

Iconic Art-Pop Group FISCHERSPOONER Release New Album SIR Available Today Photo Iconic Art-Pop Group FISCHERSPOONER Release New Album SIR Available Today
by Macon Prickett - February 16, 2018

Iconic art-pop group Fischerspooner release their first album in nearly a decade, Sir, today via Ultra Records. Entirely produced by Michael Stipe, the album presents a resistant narrative with an overtly queer and celebratory body of work in response to the current atmosphere in America. The collec...

Kristin Hersh Announces New Video, Live Dates with Grant Lee Phillips and Tanya Donel Photo Kristin Hersh Announces New Video, Live Dates with Grant Lee Phillips and Tanya Donelly
by Tori Hartshorn - January 26, 2018

Indie rock legend Kristin Hersh has released a new video for 'Wonderland', animated by Wyatt True. This track is off her latest double album 'Wyatt at the Coyote Palace' (Listen on Bandcamp, Spotify or iTunes).  Released on vinyl via HHBTM Records and as a double-CD/ book combo via Omnibus Press, th...

'Automatic Unearthed' Details Making of R.E.M.'s 'Automatic for the People' Today Photo 'Automatic Unearthed' Details Making of R.E.M.'s 'Automatic for the People' Today
by Caryn Robbins - December 08, 2017

As Athens, GA rock icons R.E.M.'s landmark Automatic For The People celebrates its 25th anniversary, the band has reissued the newly-remastered album on a variety of formats via Craft Recordings....

Fischerspooner Unveil New Single 'Butterscotch Goddam' ft. Johnny Magee Photo Fischerspooner Unveil New Single 'Butterscotch Goddam' ft. Johnny Magee
by Tori Hartshorn - November 15, 2017

Iconic New York duo Fischerspooner, aka Warren Fischer and Casey Spooner, have unveiled their new single 'Butterscotch Goddam' featuring Johnny Magee, with the release taken from their highly anticipated upcoming album, 'Sir' which is set for release on 16th February via Ultra Records....

Iconic Duo Fischerspooner Unveil New Single 'Butterscotch Goddam' ft. Johnny Magee Photo Iconic Duo Fischerspooner Unveil New Single 'Butterscotch Goddam' ft. Johnny Magee
by Caryn Robbins - November 15, 2017

Iconic New York duo Fischerspooner, aka Warren Fischer and Casey Spooner, have unveiled their new single 'Butterscotch Goddam' featuring Johnny Magee, with the release taken from their highly anticipated upcoming album, 'Sir' which is set for release on 16th February via Ultra Records....

Ultra's Fischerspooner Debuts Video for 'Togetherness' feat. Caroline Polachek Photo Ultra's Fischerspooner Debuts Video for 'Togetherness' feat. Caroline Polachek
by Caryn Robbins - October 13, 2017

The iconic group Fischerspooner returns with their new album in almost a decade, Sir, slated for release February 16, 2017 via Ultra Records. Entirely produced by Michael Stipe, it also features production by BOOTS (Beyonce & Run The Jewels) and mixing by Stuart White (Beyonce's 'Lemonade') and Andy...

R.E.M. Premieres Previously Unreleased Demo 'Devil Rides Backwards' Photo R.E.M. Premieres Previously Unreleased Demo 'Devil Rides Backwards'
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017

In celebration of the 25th Anniversary reissue of the landmark album Automatic For The People, rock icons R.E.M. are premiering the never-before-heard demo of the oft-mused-about track Devil Rides Backwards....

R.E.M. to Release 25th Anniversary Edition of 'Automatic For The People'
by Caryn Robbins - September 14, 2017

Rock icons R.E.M. are reissuing their landmark album Automatic For The People to commemorate the title's 25th Anniversary. Due November 10 via Craft Recordings, the remastered album will be available in a variety of formats...

K.Flay Unveils Re-Work of Imagine Dragons' 'Thunder'
by Caryn Robbins - September 08, 2017

After a busy summer of touring and playing festivals, alt-pop/hip-hop artist K.Flay joins forces with Grouplove on a massive arena tour supporting U.S. rock band Imagine Dragons....

Grey Gersten Releases Video For 'The Planet Is Doomed' Created by Kyp Malone
by Caryn Robbins - August 09, 2017

Artist and musician Grey Gersten has just released the video for his song “The Planet is Doomed” via Flaunt. The video was created and directed by Kyp Malone (TV on the Radio). The song appears on his first full length album Naked Light, out now. Watch and share “The Planet is Doomed” Here....

Grey Gersten Releases Video Via The Fader For 'You Can't Stop'
by Caryn Robbins - July 13, 2017

The song appears on his first full length album Naked Light, out now. The video was directed by experimental filmmaker Peggy Ahwesh, includes footage shot at Marta Becket's Amargosa Opera House in Death Valley Junction (population: around 6 or so). Watch and share “You Can't Stop”...

NASA Space Video for Grey Gersten's New Album 'Naked Light' Out Today
by Caryn Robbins - June 09, 2017

Artist and musician Grey Gersten has released his first full length album Naked Light today....

Major Artists Release Chelsea Manning Benefit Album
by Caryn Robbins - May 16, 2017

Today, as Chelsea Manning is released from prison following 7 years of incarceration, a group of prominent musicians have launched an online benefit compilation to show their support and raise funds to help cover Chelsea's basic living expenses as she transitions back into the free world....

Grey Gersten Announces 'Naked Light' Album; Sunset to Sunrise Record Release Show
by Caryn Robbins - May 11, 2017

Artist and musician Grey Gersten has announced the release of his first full length album Naked Light on June 9, 2017....












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