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The Cult Perform On The Howard Stern Show This Friday; 40th Anniversary Year Commences


The Cult performs on The Howard Stern Show this Friday, marking the start of their 40th anniversary year. The date holds special significance for both Stern and The Cult, with the legendary media personality celebrating his 70th birthday, and Ian Astbury and Billy Duffy having announced their transition from Death Cult to The Cult.

The Cult Release 40th Anniversary 'Dreamtime' Vinyl


The Cult celebrates the 40th anniversary of 'Dreamtime' with a vinyl release on Feb. 23 via Beggars Banquet. Originally released in 1984, following the band's evolution from the Southern Death Cult, to Death Cult, and then simply The Cult, Dreamtime finds the outfit featuring Ian Astbury and Billy Duffy, pivoting from their goth and punk roots.

The Cult Announces Western U.S. Fall Tour With Cold Cave Opening


The Cult have announced a slate of Western U.S. tour dates for this Fall, with the iconic rock band trekking across the region following their Aftershock Festival performance. In addition, the band have also added a trio of July performances, including a July 14 slot at the Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival.

THE CULT New Fall Dates Added To North American Tour


The Cult has announced the addition of fall tour dates to the schedule with the new run kicking off September 15 in Vancouver, BC at the Hard Rock Casino and concluding at The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles on October 9 with Black Rebel Motorcycle Club as the main support for that show. Plus, watch the “Give Me Mercy” video!

The Cult Announce New Album 'Under The Midnight Sun'


The Cult have announced the release of their new album, Under The Midnight Sun, produced by Tom Dalgety (Pixies, Ghost, Royal Blood) and coming out via Black Hill Records. And today, the celebrated band shares the first taste of what will be their 11th studio album by way of “Give Me Mercy.” Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Neurotic Outsiders' Out-Of-Print Debut to Be Re-Released in Expanded Form


The group took all that power they possessed and channeled it into a self-titled debut which was originally released in 1996. Long out of print, Neurotic Outsiders is being re-released as an Expanded Edition, containing all the tracks from the album plus their rare Japanese–only EP. Watch the music video for 'Jerk' now!

Into A Circle Release New Single 'Mercenaries'


The release of “Mercenaries” is fittingly accompanied with a striking official video. Directed by Mark Jordan (a longtime friend of the band), the video holds a candle to revolutionary writers such as William S. Burroughs and Brion Gysin, while also paying homage to Throbbing Gristle trailblazer Genesis Breyer P-Orridge.

Duran Duran Pays Tribute to David Bowie With 'Five Years' Cover


Today, internationally acclaimed, multi-platinum and award-winning pop legends Duran Duran kick-off their 2021 40th anniversary celebrations by going back to where it all began for them, with a stunning stand-alone cover of David Bowie's timeless classic, 'Five Years.'

Lena Hall, Michael C. Hall, Adam Lambert to Perform During 'A Bowie Celebration: Just For One Day!'


Tony-winner Lena Hall, Michael C. Hall, Adam Lambert, and more will honor the late, great David Bowie in a global streaming event this Friday, January 8th.

THE CULT Announce 'Sonic Temple' 30th Anniversary Reissues


2019 marks the 30th anniversary of THE CULT's seminal album SONIC TEMPLE. To celebrate the anniversary, Beggars Arkive will release THE CULT: SONIC TEMPLE 30 on September 13. It will be released as adeluxe box set and a 5-CD set, plus the label will reissue a Sonic Temple on Double LP, which has been out of print for over 20 years. The sets both contain limited-release demos in addition to previously unreleased tracks. (Full details and track-listings are below.) Preorders are available here.

THE CULT to Perform Select Dates in North America and the UK


In recognition of the forthcoming re-issue of THE CULT's multi-platinum-selling Sonic Templealbum on Beggars Banquet Records, the British group that's led by Ian Astbury and guitaristBilly Duffy will embark on select dates in North America and the UK starting May 2 inHouston, TX (itinerary below). Tickets are on sale now for the 'A Sonic Temple' tour and available here. Meanwhile, the band expects to announce another block of dates very soon for2019/2020.

THE CULT Announce 'A Sonic Temple' Special Event at The Greek Theatre


The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles will become 'A Sonic Temple' on June 15 with a diverse multi-act bill that has roots in THE CULT lead singer Ian Astbury's pioneering pre-Lollapalooza festival 'A Gathering of the Tribes'(1990). Prayers, Zola Jesus and Vowws will join headliners THE CULT for this very special night that will also mark the 30th anniversary of the band's multi-platinum, game-changing album Sonic Temple. Tickets for the show go on sale Friday, April 5 at 10:00 AM (PT). Purchase tickets here.

Unkle Releases New Album THE ROAD: PART II/THE HIGHWAY


UNKLE have just released their new album THE ROAD: PART II / LOST HIGHWAY through frontman James Lavelle's label Songs For The Def. The album, which is split into two acts, is the follow-up to the highly acclaimed The Road: Part 1. The highly anticipated record has already made headlines with tastemakers like Pitchfork, Stereogum, SPIN, and KEXP!

UNKLE Announce New Album 'The Road: Part II / Lost Highway'


UNKLE have announced their new album THE ROAD: PART II / LOST HIGHWAY which is set for release through frontman James Lavelle's label Songs For The Def on March 29, 2019. The album, which is split into two acts, is the follow-up to the highly acclaimed The Road: Part 1.

CELEBRATING DAVID BOWIE Announces Additional U.S. Tour Dates


CELEBRATING DAVID BOWIE is excited to announce additional dates for the upcoming 2018 tour. The North American leg of the tour--which features members of David Bowie's bands including Mike Garson, Earl Slick, Gerry Leonard and Carmine Rojas--has added new stops

Celebrating David Bowie 2018 Tour Adds Earl Slick and Bernard Fowler


Celebrating David Bowie is excited to announce the addition of musicians Earl Slick (guitar) and Bernard Fowler (vocalist) to the North American leg of the recently announced 2018 tour.

CELEBRATING DAVID BOWIE in Minneapolis Tickets On Sale on Friday,9/29


After performing rapturously received and critically lauded shows earlier this year, CELEBRATING DAVID BOWIE is back for a 2018 tour throughout Europe and North America with a brand new Bowie show spanning his entire career asking the question, 'What might a David Bowie 2018 tour set list consist of?' Audience can find out when CELEBRATING DAVID BOWIE stops at the historic Pantages Theatre (710 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis) on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2018 at 7:30.

CELEBRATING DAVID BOWIE Announces 2018 Tour for North America and Europe


After performing rapturously received and critically lauded shows earlier this year, Celebrating David Bowie is back for a 2018 tour throughout Europe and North America with a brand new Bowie show spanning his entire career asking the question, 'What might a David Bowie 2018 tour set list consist of?'

Foxwoods Resort Casino Announces April Entertainment Line Up


Foxwoods Resort Casino, the Northeast's premier entertainment, gaming, shopping and hotel destination is hosting a star-studded lineup of entertainment acts this April.

Catherine Kustanczy Joins BWW Toronto Editorial Team!


BroadwayWorld Toronto is excited to welcome its newest writer on board, Catherine Kustanczy! Catherine is an arts writer specializing in reviews and longform profile features. She has worked in Dublin, London, Toronto, and New York City, in a variety of freelance capacities for film, TV, radio, and digital news

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