Category Archives: Rock News

Watch Kings of Leon’s Jared Followill freak out over a wasp

Watch Kings of Leon’s Jared Followill freak out over a wasp

Taylor Hill/Getty ImagesKings of Leon’s Jared Followill could really “Use Somebody” to get a wasp out of his house.In an Instagram post, the bassist has shared a video of him checking out a window when the stinging insect flew by. He then lets out a particularly loud shriek as his daughter runs over to see…read more »

Nothing More premieres video for “HOUSE OF SAND”

Nothing More premieres video for “HOUSE OF SAND”

Better Noise MusicNothing More has premiered the video for “HOUSE OF SAND,” a track off their upcoming album, CARNAL.The clip begins with various slow-motion shots of evocative images, such as a baby floating atop clouds or a Daft Punk-like robot sitting in the desert, before shifting into performance footage. I Prevail vocalist Eric Vanlerberghe, who’s…read more »

Linkin Park’s “Friendly Fire” hits #1 on ‘Billboard’ Mainstream Rock Airplay chart

Linkin Park’s “Friendly Fire” hits #1 on ‘Billboard’ Mainstream Rock Airplay chart

Warner RecordsLinkin Park has lit up the top of Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart.The “In the End” outfit’s new single, “Friendly Fire,” has jumped to #1 on the ranking, giving them their milestone 10th leader on Mainstream Rock Airplay.”Friendly Fire” was originally recorded during the sessions for 2017’s One More Light album, LP’s final record…read more »

‘Dark Matter’ producer Andrew Watt wanted album to “sound like a Pearl Jam show, but in the studio”

‘Dark Matter’ producer Andrew Watt wanted album to “sound like a Pearl Jam show, but in the studio”

Monkeywrench Records/Republic RecordsAndrew Watt, producer for Pearl Jam’s upcoming album Dark Matter, speaks about his approach to the record in a new interview with Rolling Stone.”One of my goals was like, ‘Let’s make this sound like a Pearl Jam show, but in the studio,'” Watt, who’s also worked with Ozzy Osbourne, Iggy Pop and The Rolling…read more »

“Big fan of honesty” Tim Montana readies debut rock record, including “Devil You Know”

“Big fan of honesty” Tim Montana readies debut rock record, including “Devil You Know”

Music Knox Records/BBR Music Group/BMG NashvilleAfter introducing himself to rock fans with his single “Devil You Know,” Tim Montana has announced his debut rock album, Savage.”Devil You Know” was quite the introduction — as it reached the top five on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart, fans could also watch its accompanying video, which reflects Montana’s…read more »

Wage War details new album, ’STIGMA’

Wage War details new album, ’STIGMA’

Fearless RecordsWage War has announced a new album called STIGMA.The fifth studio effort from the “Circle the Drain” outfit will drop digitally June 21, followed by a physical release on September 6.STIGMA includes the previously released single “MAGNETIC.” A second track, titled “NAIL5,” is out now via digital outlets, and its video is streaming on…read more »

Nothing More announces new album, ‘CARNAL’

Nothing More announces new album, ‘CARNAL’

Better Noise MusicNothing More has announced a new album called CARNAL.The follow-up to 2023’s Spirits is due out June 28. It includes the previously released single “IF IT DOESN’T HURT.” A second cut, titled “HOUSE OF SAND” and featuring I Prevail vocalist Eric Vanlerberghe, is out now on digital outlets.”CARNAL feels like a perfect encapsulation…read more »

Tyler & Jenna Joseph welcome third baby

Tyler & Jenna Joseph welcome third baby

Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for NARASTwenty One Pilots frontman Tyler Joseph and his wife, Jenna, have welcomed their third baby.Joseph writes in a social media post, “Jenna had our son. His name is Tommy.””But like just wait for her to post about it and act all ‘no way congrats,'” he adds.The post also includes a…read more »

Listen to Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross’ ‘Challengers [MIXED]’ score

Listen to Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross’ ‘Challengers [MIXED]’ score

Milan RecordsTrent Reznor and Atticus Ross have released Challengers [MIXED], featuring music the Nine Inch Nails duo composed for the upcoming movie Challengers.Challengers [MIXED] includes nine tracks “deconstructed and subsequently reimagined with additional production” by German electronic artist Boys Noize.You can listen to Challengers [MIXED] now via digital outlets.Challengers stars Zendaya and is directed by…read more »

Slayer’s Kerry King shares new solo song, “Residue”

Slayer’s Kerry King shares new solo song, “Residue”

Reigning Phoenix MusicSlayer guitarist Kerry King has shared a new song called “Residue,” a track off his upcoming debut solo album, From Hell I Rise.The track is available now via digital outlets. You can watch its accompanying video, featuring King and his solo band rocking out while being surrounded by fire, streaming on YouTube.”I come…read more »