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20 Years Ago: Beastie Boys Release the All-Instrumental ‘In Sound From Way Out’
At the height of their powers in 1996, the Beastie Boys surprised everyone and let the funk do all the talking.
30 Years Ago: Prince Proves He’s Far Better at Making Music Than Movies With ‘Parade’
While 'Parade' was the soundtrack for Prince's underwhelming 1986 directorial debut, 'Under the Cherry Moon,' the album ushered in a new era for the Purple One.
The Stone Roses Confirm They’ll Release Their ‘Glorious’ First New Album in 22 Years
Coinciding with their recently announced reunion dates, the British rockers will finally release a follow-up to 1994's 'Second Coming.'
10 Years Ago: Yeah Yeah Yeahs Skirt the Sophomore Jinx With ‘Show Your Bones’
Tasked with exceeding the hype of their breakthrough 2003 debut, Yeah Yeah Yeahs nearly imploded before emerging with a post-fame breakup album for the ages.
The 17 Best Irish Bands and Solo Artists Ever
Whether you prefer to celebrate St. Patrick's Day standing at a parade or lying face down on the floor of a pub, we've got just the musicians to provide the soundtrack.
The Avett Brothers Unveil Details of Upcoming Album ‘True Sadness’
Frontman Seth Avett said Nine Inch Nails, Queen, calypso music and Walt Disney all inspired the album somehow.
25 Years Ago: R.E.M. Lose Their Religion and Find Superstardom With ‘Out of Time’
Just as alternative music started to rise from the indie underground into the mainstream, R.E.M. rode the wave to rock radio ubiquity.
Pearl Jam Are ‘Inspired’ to Get Back in the Studio
Ament revealed in a recent interview that the band's 25th anniversary agenda could include recording a new album.
Baroness Respond to Alleged Sexual Assault at Recent Show in England
After a female writer claimed that she was assaulted at one of the band's recent shows in England, Baroness said they're "embarrassed and disturbed" by the incident.
Kanye Says the CD Is Dead, Won’t Release Any More Albums on the Format
He said the 'Yeezus' album packaging was 'an open casket to CDs' and declared his allegiance to streaming.