The American Heart Association has identified Pearl Jam’s 1992 hit, “Even Flow,” as ideal for performing hands-only CPR. The proceedure requires chest compressions at a rate of 100 to 120 per minute, and the grunge anthem fits those parameters perfectly with a tempo of 105 beats per minute. “Break out the flannel shirts and ripped…… read more »
British blues rocker Chris Rea, known for his 1978 soft rock hit, “Fool (If You Think It’s Over),” and the beloved holiday classic “Driving Home for Christmas,” has died at the age of 74 following a brief illness. His family announced Rea’s passing on social media on Monday morning (December 22), writing in a statement,…… read more »
During an interview with Anthony Mason on a new episode of CBS Sunday Morning, Sean Ono Lennon expressed concern that Generation Z may “forget” The Beatles and the legacy of his legendary parents, John Lennon and Yoko Ono. “Obviously, the world is also the custodian of his legacy,” Lennon said. “I’m just doing my best…… read more »
On Monday (December 22), Gracie Abrams, The National’s Aaron Dessner, and Bon Iver mastermind Justin Vernon released their emotionally charged collaborative song, “Sold Out,” to support Everytown, an organization dedicated to ending gun violence. Created last year in response to a school shooting, the track highlights the ongoing fear and frustration surrounding gun violence in…… read more »
Following Steven Drozd’s recent announcement that the Flaming Lips were “done with” him and had ended their 33-year partnership with the multi-instrumentalist, the Lips’ drummer Matthew Duckworth Kirksey responded with a post on the band’s official Instagram on Sunday (December 21) to clarify the situation and praise the creative efforts of frontman Wayne Coyne. “This…… read more »
Rufus Wainwright, Lucius, Lord Huron, and Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas have been added to the lineup for the Concert for Altadena, a benefit show hosted by John C. Reilly on January 7 at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium to support victims of last year’s deadly Eaton Fire. Organized by Dawes, whose members suffered substantial…… read more »
Metallica’s James Hetfield has released a spoken word rendition of the holiday classic “Twas The Night Before Christmas” (aka “A Visit From St. Nicholas”) on the band’s Maximum Metallica SiriusXM channel on Friday (December 19). The vocalist delivers the traditional poem with his signature gruff voice that adds a dark, intense edge to the festive…… read more »
Multi-instrumentalist Steven Drozd confirmed his departure from the Flaming Lips after over three decades with the band. Drozd accidentally disclosed the news this week on Threads when asked if he was “officially done” with the group. “They’re done with me — but we’re not talking about it. So yes, I’m moving on. Just keep it…… read more »
Former J. Geils Band frontman Peter Wolf will return to live performance after more than a year off. Wolf and his band the Midnight Travelers have announced six dates starting February 13 in Fall River, Massachusetts and ending March 28 in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. Most tickets go on sale Friday, December 19, with additional…… read more »
Discogs released its list of the 25 most valuable vinyl records sold in 2025, with collectors paying premium prices for rare releases. The Fix’s “Vengeance” 7-inch topped the list at $15,000, representing only 200 copies from punk label Touch and Go. Nirvana’s debut “Love Buzz / Big Cheese” Sub Pop single sold for $10,666 at…… read more »