To celebrate the 30th anniversary of their 1994 debut LP Burn My Eyes, Machine Head have unearthed the original unmastered demo cassette of the 1993 demo that got them signed to Roadrunner, as well as a previously unreleased 1992 4-track cassette rehearsal demo with original drummer Tony Costanza. Both have been remastered at Sterling Sound, and they’re now available for pre-order as Diamonds in the Rough ’92-’93, pressed to 180 gram double vinyl. The front gatefold has a gold foil Machine Head diamond logo, and it comes with a 16-page, 12″x12″ booklet featuring previously unseen photos from the era and liner notes by vocalist Robb Flynn. We have an exclusive red/grey/black splatter vinyl variant, limited to 250 copies. Pre-order yours in the BV store while they last.

Machine Head unearth early demos for 'Diamonds in the Rough '92-'93' (exclusive vinyl)

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	Katy Perry is back!ENHYPEN Talks Showing Off Their 'Boyfriend Sides' on New Album 'Romance: Untold'




	The pop superstar made her comeback to the music scene on Thursday (July 11) with the premiere of her music video for her new single, “Woman’s World.” In the clip, Perry is the ultimate pin-up girl, taking on a construction site before she’s hit by an anvil. She then appears in a female-led apocalyptic world and causes fun mayhem with her fellow women. Influencer Trisha Paytas also makes a cameo in the clip.




	“You better celebrate/’Cause, baby, we ain’t going away/ It’s a woman’s world and you’re...

Katy Perry Taps Into the Girl Power for Empowering ‘Woman’s World’ Music Video

“I watched you all night 'til the dawn had come/And the angels came down and picked you up/ Breathless,” St. Vincent sings with unnerving calm on “Reckless,” a brooding slice of sonics off her new, self-produced album, All Born Screaming. Performing “Reckless” Live from Vevo Studios, St....

St. Vincent Gets 'Reckless' at Vevo Studios

Dave Sweetapple, bassist of Witch, Eerie, and Sweet Apple, has reportedly passed away at 58 years old. Tee Pee Records owner Kenny Sehgal says that he died in his sleep, and that he got the news while at SonicBlast Festival in Portugal, who projected a photo of Sweetapple on the main stage in tribute.

Dave Sweetapple (Witch, Sweet Apple, Eerie), RIP

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard have dropped their highly anticipated 26th album, Flight b741, via their p(doom) records. Alongside the album release, the band has shared their latest single, “Field of Vision,” a gritty, biker-rock track that perfectly encapsulates the raw, unfiltered energy of the new record.

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Drop Album Flight b741 and Single ‘Field of Vision’

Music lovers often focus on the dazzling talents within a band, but sometimes the singers can be a bit of a letdown. Here, we look at some well-known bands that amaze with their tunes but falter due to their frontmen’s vocal shortcomings. The Stooges – Iggy Pop. The...

5 Famous Bands Whose Singers Are the Worst Ever

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

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Toto began life in an unusual way. In 1977, L.A.-based session musicians keyboardist/singer David Paich and drummer Jeff Porcaro assembled three other sessions players – guitarist/singer Steve Lukather, bassist David Hungate, and keyboardist/singer Steve Porcaro – along with lead singer Bobby Kimball to form the genre-spanning group. Paich contributed several songs and played on Boz Scaggs’ quintuple-Platinum Silk Degrees album (1976), on which Hungate and Jeff Porcaro also contributed.

5 Hard-Rocking Deep Cuts from Toto

It’s finally here. After being declared an Olympic sport in 2020, breakdancing has just made its Olympics debut in Paris, and it’s still happening as we speak. (Tune in!) It’s technically called “breaking” at the Olympics, but semantics aside, anyone familar with the B-Boys and B-Girls of the ’80s and ’90s will recognize the moves currently being rocked at this summer’s Olympic games. And to introduce its Olympics debut, they recruited a living hip hop legend, Snoop Dogg:

Watch Snoop Dogg introduce breakdancing's Olympics debut

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Biscuitville, a North Carolina-based chain, has been named the No. 1 fast-food breakfast spot in the nation by USA Today's 10Best. This accolade comes after a month-long voting period where people across the country chose their favorite breakfast destinations.

North Carolina-based chain ranks No. 1 in the nation for fast-food breakfast. Here’s why

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Jungle City Studios  in New York was filled with soul as Sam Smith and Alicia Keys popped in for a live performance of “I’m Not the Only One.” The special duet appears on the 10th anniversary edition of Smith’s debut album, In the Lonely Hour. For the performance, Keys accompanied them on keys and vocals with the pair spilling their feelings over a grand piano.Sam Smith Couldn't Walk for a Month After Tearing ACL in 'Awful' Ski Accident








	The Ava Rikki-directed music video for the collaboration is completed with snapshots from Smith’s New York City Pride party at the historic...

Sam Smith and Alicia Keys Spill Their Feelings Over a Grand Piano in ‘I’m Not the Only One’ Live Video

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K-pop group Stray Kids released a music video for "Jjam," a song from its EP "Ate."

Watch: Stray Kids create concoction in 'Jjam' music video

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Revel Ian, the multi-instrumentalist son of Anthrax, etc. guitarist Scott Ian (and musician Pearl Aday), has been playing drums in a hardcore punk band dubbed X-COMM lately. That young outfit issued their debut EP “Westside Punks” on July 27th and managed to score guest production from Alice In Chains vocalist/guitarist Jerry Cantrell and Ministry, etc. drummer Roy Mayorga.

Revel Ian, Son Of Anthrax’s Scott Ian, Has A New Hardcore Punk Band Called X-COMM

White rappers have made significant contributions to hip-hop, bringing diverse styles, perspectives, and lyrical skill to the genre. Artists like Eminem, Machine Gun Kelly, Macklemore, and NF have broken barriers and reshaped the music industry with their unique approaches to rap. Eminem, for instance, is renowned for his technical prowess...

15 Best White Rappers of All Time

Dance music has an undeniable allure, captivating audiences with its infectious beats and rhythmic energy. The top dance songs of all time transcend genres and eras, bringing people together on dance floors worldwide. From the disco-infused grooves of the 70s to the electronic anthems of the modern era, these tracks have left an indelible mark on music history. This list of the Top 15 Best Dance Songs of All Time celebrates the timeless classics that have made generations move. Each song is a testament to the power of music to ignite joy, foster unity, and create unforgettable memories. Whether it’s the pulsating rhythms of Donna Summer’s “I Feel Love,” the hypnotic beats of Daft Punk’s “One More Time,” or the infectious energy of Michael Jackson’s “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough,” these songs have become the soundtrack to countless celebrations and dance parties. Join us as we explore the tracks that have set the standard for dance music, highlighting their impact, history, and the reasons they continue to make us groove. From iconic dance hits to contemporary chart-toppers, this list is a tribute to the songs that keep the world dancing.

15 Best Dance Songs of All Time

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New Jersey band Mirrors On The Moon's dual single, “Wild Love / California,” is officially out now. The songs were written and produced by frontman Donny Dykowsky and mastered by Grammy-nominated Joe Lambert (Mt. Joy, Sharon Van Etton, Black Crowes). Glide Magazine premiered the video for "Wild Love." They cheered, "With a distinctively vintage feel to the music video, the song is a sharp and grooving work of laid back rock and roll. Big Tom Petty-style choruses and a nice dose of organ give this song the feeling of soulful Americana-rock. We also get a healthy amount of feedback-laced, psyched out guitar soloing that gives the tune a trippy, acid-washed feel. If you’re looking for an easygoing summer road trip tune, this is it."

MIRRORS ON THE MOON RELEASES DUAL SINGLE “WILD LOVE / CALIFORNIA”

Yoni Wolf is back with a new WHY? album, The Well I Fell Into, out now via Waterlines. WHY? has shapeshifted a lot over the years, from art rock to hip hop to all kinds of uniquely-WHY? stuff in between, and on this album, Yoni says he was “very interested in classic songwriting. I want my songs to be able to be played unadorned by just one person and still hold up. Any production frills should only serve to elevate the song further without being relied upon to tell the story.” The album features contributions from Gia Margaret, Finom’s Macie Stewart, Lala Lala’s Lillie West, Serengeti, and Ada Lea, and there is indeed lots of classic songwriting on this album, but Yoni still finds ways to embrace his trademark eccentricities too.

WHY?'s Yoni Wolf discusses 10 influences on new album 'The Well I Fell Into'

Joan Jett might not have been the first female rocker, but her iconic tracks “I Love Rock and Roll” and “Bad Reputation” have certainly made her one of the most enduring female rock icons, influencing future artists like these five bands Joan Jett lovers should listen to.

5 Bands Joan Jett Lovers Should Be Listening To

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

DIIV have been on tour supporting their fourth album, this year’s great Frog in Boiling Water, and they wrapped up the run with a hometown NYC show on Wednesday night (8/7) at Brooklyn Paramount. They played most of the new album, a bunch of songs from 2019’s Deceiver, and a few each from 2016’s Is the Is Are and 2012’s Oshin. See their setlist and a couple of attendee-taken video clips below.

DIIV finish out tour with Horse Jumper of Love & Full Body 2 at Brooklyn Paramount (pics, video, setlist)

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Berthold City (Strife) deliver a dark, catchy hardcore ripper with \"X-Ray Eyes\"

Andrew Kline of Strife and World Be Free released the first Berthold City album in 2022, the second in 2023, and now he’s set to put...

Berthold City (Strife) deliver a dark, catchy hardcore ripper with "X-Ray Eyes"

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