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Phoenix, Arizona-based post-hardcore band Common Wounds have announced that they will be releasing a new album. It is called All Night Blood and will be out on October 18 via Protagonist Music. The band has also released a video for their new song “Broken Hands” which was created by Matt Martinez. Common Wounds released their self-titled EP in 2023. Check out the video and tracklist below.

Common Wounds announce new album, release “Broken Hands” video

The Bug Club have released a new song. It is called “A Bit Like James Bond” and is off their upcoming album On the Intricate Inner Workings of the System which will be out on August 30 via Sub Pop Records. The Bug Club released Rare Birds: Hour of Song in 2023. Check out the song below.

The Bug Club: “A Bit Like James Bond”

Sunami has a full USA tour planned. It kicks off in early October, hits both coasts and a lot of places in between, and runs through mid-November. Ingrown and Torena open all the shows, while Apex Predator, Scarab, and Awol open various dates. Also, there are two dates that Sunami is not on, but the openers are. You can see all the details below.

Sunami announces full USA tour

Stand Atlantic have released a new song. It is called “Frenemies” and is off their upcoming album WAS HERE which will be out on August 23 via Hopeless Records. Stand Atlantic released their album f.e.a.r. in 2022. Check out the song below.

Stand Atlantic: "Frenemies”

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Dennis the Menace actor Jay North is now 73 years old. This is his story. On August 3, 1951, Jay North was born Jay Waverly North, Jr., in Los Angeles, and seven years later, began acting on TV on shows like Wanted: Dead or Alive, and 77 Sunset Strip.

Former Childstar Jay North (TV's 'Dennis the Menace') Turns 73

Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" is a timeless classic that dominated charts worldwide. Its distinctive bassline and Jackson's electrifying performance make it an '80s anthem. Madonna's "Like a Virgin" became a cultural phenomenon, propelling her to superstardom. The song's catchy hooks and bold persona epitomized the '80s pop explosion. 3 /...

Don't Miss The Top 10 Songs Of The '80s!

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

The GRAMMY award-winning Purple Disco Machine has made a triumphant return to Defected Records with a fresh, unique track titled “Beat Fantasy.” This release showcases Purple Disco Machine's signature aesthetic in all its glory. Recognized globally both sonically and visually, Purple Disco Machine has garnered a massive following...

Purple Disco Machine Returns to Defected with New Original Track “Beat Fantasy”

Rubella Ballet will re-release their 1985 single "Money Talks." The release is part of the crass records singles re-release series… except that the single was originally on Ubiquitous records, not Crass records. The label explains that the release was supposed to come out on Crass records, but one of the members of the band at the time, who is not in the band now, had a personal difference with one of the members of Crass. Now that the objecting member is gone, the single will now be released via Crass records as distributed by OLI. That's out September 6.

Rubella Ballet to reissue “Money Talks” on Crass records

Better Lovers have announced tour dates for the US and Canada for this fall and winter. Spy and Cloakroom will be joining them on all dates with Full of Hell and Gouge Away joining them on select dates. Tickets go on sale on August 9. Better Lovers will be releasing their new album Highly Irresponsible on October 25 via SharpTone Records and released their debut EP God Made Me An Animal in 2023. Check out the dates below.

Better Lovers / Spy / Cloakroom / Full of Hell / Gouge Away (US and CAN)

Sheila E. Alleges Prince Re-Recorded A Better Version Of Michael Jackson’s Hit Single ‘Bad’. Musician Sheila E. is denying claims that Prince was jealous of Michael Jackson. The singer/drummer recently shot down lingering rumors that Prince envied his music rival, alleging he once recreated one of Michael Jackson’s...

Sheila E. Alleges Prince Re-Recorded A Better Version Of Michael Jackson’s Hit Single ‘Bad’

Mikey Erg is in yet another band. this time it's a pop-punk band with Michelle Shirelle (The Steinways) and Danny Zajackowski (The Marshmallows). It's called Hasty. They just released their debut EP, and you can hear that below.

Hasty (Michelle Shirelle, Danny Z, Mikey Erg) release debut EP

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The Japanese and Mexican bands join forces.
BAND-MAID and The Warning Drop New Collaborative Song “SHOW THEM”: Stream
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BAND-MAID and The Warning Drop New Collaborative Song “SHOW THEM”: Stream

Actor Clarence Williams III, best known as the super cool undercover cop Lincoln "Linc" Hayes on TV's classic crime drama, The Mod Squad, died three years ago from colon cancer at 81 years old. This is the story of a talent that lives on.

The Tragic Death of 'Mod Squad'/'Purple Rain' Actor Clarence Williams III: Three Years Later

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Halifax-based punk rockers Booji Boys have released a new promo tape. It is called Demo Promo 2024!!?? and features three new tracks called “Taste of Luv”, “More Is Taken”, and “Hotline”. Booji Boys released their album Tube Reducer in 2019. Check out the demo below.

Booji Boys release new demo tape

Cursive has released a video for their new song “Imposturing”. The video was directed by Tim Kasher. The song is off their upcoming album Devourer which will be out on September 13 via Run For Cover Records. Cursive will be touring the US starting in October. Check out the video below.

Cursive: “Imposturing”

Journey is an American rock band formed in San Francisco in 1973. Known for their powerful ballads and anthemic rock songs, the band’s classic lineup included Steve Perry (vocals), Neal Schon (guitar), Jonathan Cain (keyboard), Ross Valory (bass), and Steve Smith (drums). Journey gained widespread popularity in the late 1970s and 1980s with a series of successful albums and hit singles.

10 Best Journey Songs of All Time

Loopmasters has introduced a new sample pack that fuses the Plugg subgenre of Trap with RnB, incorporating smooth, dreamy melodies, heavy 808s, crisp hi-hats, and snappy snares. With 540MB of content, the royalty free Pluggnb contains a selection of melody kits, and loops and one shots. This sample pack emphasizes...

Loopmasters releases Pluggnb sample pack

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	Katy Perry has announced the release of her new single “Lifetimes,” dropping August 9 along with its music video.Katy Perry's 'Woman's World' Fails to Crack Top 10 and Debuts at No. 63 on Billboard Chart




	The pop singer made the announcement by posting its cover art, featuring Perry holding a futuristic heart. Perry has been teasing the single over the past week or so, posting clips on social media using the house-inspired song as the soundtrack.




	“Lifetimes” arrives on the heels of the female-forward “Woman’s World,” the first single off her upcoming sixth album “143.” That song gave a rocky start to...

Katy Perry Announces Release Date for House-Inspired New Single ‘Lifetimes’

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Regional Justice Center to release new album, share two new songs

Regional Justice Center have announced that they will be releasing a new album. It is called Freedom Sweet Freedom and will be...

Regional Justice Center to release new album, share two new songs

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