“Music is the invisible architecture that holds up the universe,” says Jim James, rhythm guitarist, singer, and songwriter with rockers My Morning Jacket. As leader of the group, he’s had more than a quarter-century to develop that inspiring philosophy. It works for him, and for his band. My Morning Jacket recently completed work on the…
After a full decade living in the United States, singer-guitarist Jökull Júlíusson from the Icelandic rock band KALEO is still digging deep into the American roots of rock, blues, and soul. Just a few weeks ago, he finally made it to the infamous crossroads in Clarksdale, Mississippi, the legendary spot where Robert Johnson supposedly sold…
Swedish hardcore legends Refused paid tribute to their New York underground rock influences tonight (March 21) at Brooklyn Paramount in New York during the second show of their farewell world tour, which featured opening sets from vintage local staples Orange 9mm and Quicksand. Refused formed in 1991 and split following their landmark 1998 album The Shape…
Miami’s contemporary art institution the Rubell Museum buzzed as artists, philanthropists, and visionaries gathered for the Playing For Change Foundation’s (PFCF) 2025 Impact Awards gala—an evening where music’s transformative power took center stage. The event honored legendary artists whose influence extends far beyond chart-topping hits—The Marley Family, JUANES, and Anitta—each recognized for using their platforms…
Two additional tracks have been released from the Neil Young tribute album Heart of Gold ahead of its April 25 arrival, in the form of Eddie Vedder‘s live version of “The Needle and the Damage Done” and Stephen Marley’s take on “Old Man.” The collection was previewed last month by Courtney Barnett’s cover of “Lotta…
As Jacob Theriot, otherwise known as Jaco Jaco, appears on my laptop screen for our interview, a large image of a random, blonde-haired man looms behind him. “That’s my friend, Crowbar,” he tells me. “I have that exact photo as a sticker on the back of my phone.” More from Spin: The Black Keys Are…
Name Jesse Leach Best known for Original and current Vocalist for Killswitch Engage. More from Spin: The Black Keys Are All Fired Up Exclusive: Shudder To Think Eye New Music, More Shows After Surprise Reunion Lindsay Ell’s Top 5 Female Guitarists Current city Sundown, NY. Really want to be Right where I am right now: on tour on a…
Following two surprise reunion sets last weekend at Los Angeles’ Permanent Records, beloved Washington, D.C.-reared rock outfit Shudder to Think are working on their first new music since the late 1990s and eyeing additional performances later this year. The band, which features frontman Craig Wedren, guitarist Nathan Larson and drummer Adam Wade, are beloved for…
Every great rock ‘n roll story goes through extreme highs and lows. For every platinum album or Grammy night sweep, disappointment and disaster often awaits right around the corner. The Black Keys experienced a year like that in 2024, with an entire U.S. tour cancelled and an album it was meant to promote, Ohio Players,…
In the latest of visionary collaborations between London-native DJ/producer Michael Bibi and underground music experience leaders Framework, “Michael Bibi on Hollywood Blvd” took to the streets with Goldenvoice to embrace the city of LA. It’s a rebirth for the city in the wake of January’s devastating fires, but also a rebirth for Bibi, who was…
