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The favorite music of the world's most powerful people is often kept a secret, as one controversial faux pas could be the death of a political career. Things have started to warm up however, as the leaders of the free (and less than free) world have taken to filling the general public in on their Facebook favs. David Cameron told the world this week that he preferred Bryan Ferry over Jay Z, and even Vladimir Putin has warmed enough to inform his constituents that he was "a Russian man and I listen to Russian music." French President Francois Hollande used "Niggas in Paris" as part of a campaign commercial during 2012 (although we doubt he personally is a fan of Jay and Kanye). -
Chvrches To Follow-Up Debut 'The Bones of What You Believe' By Channeling Michael Jackson, Prince
After wrapping up their UK tour in support of their 2013 breakout The Bones of What You Believe in December, Glasgow synth pop group Chvrches announced that their second album was on its way. Now synth player Martin Doherty has revealed to NME some details on what the band is going for on the follow-up to their critically acclaimed debut. -
Deflategate Playlist: Songs Summing Up The Patriots and Tom Brady's Bad Week with Under-Inflation
"Deflategate" and the New England Patriots, whether coach Bill Belechick or quarterback Tom Brady knew anything about it, and whether the NFL will crack down on the organization with the Super Bowl approaching is the viral topic on the tips of every tongue. The Patriots were already one of the easiest football teams to hate, thanks to previous convictions for taping signals from the New York Jets and then accusations of shifty behavior during the team's divisional round game against the Baltimore Ravens. Music Times has come up with a quick playlist of tracks to describe the team's week, along with the connection. -
Foals to Record New Album Near London, Not In "Ludicrous Locations"
Foals 2010 sophomore record, "Total Life Forever," was tracked in Sweden and they spent time in a Sydney studio while recording 2013's "Holy Fire." Suffice to say, they're ready to stay closer to home (London) on their next album, leaving the "ludicrous locations" behind. -
Fifth Harmony Members Rush to Lauren Jauregui's Defense After The Vamps Give Offensive Interview in Australia
You don't mess with a member of Fifth Harmony. And that's a lesson that The Vamps members Brad Simpson and James McVey had to learn the hard way. After giving a shocking and mildly offensive interview regarding his old relationship with 5H singer Lauren Jauregui, her fellow "Worth It" bandmates quickly came to her offense, proving that girl group girl power is still very well and alive in 2015. -
"Detroit Vs. Everybody" Video Features Eminem, Big Sean, Danny Brown, Dej Loaf, Royce da 5'9" & Trick Trick Repping The Motor City
Eminem brought together the most notable rappers from the Motor City for his hometown tribute "Detroit vs. Everybody." After dropping the track back in November ahead of Shady Records' two-disc ShadyXV compilation, Eminem, Big Sean, Danny Brown, Dej Loaf, Royce da 5'9", and Trick Trick are back for the video (via Rap-Up). -
Bob Dylan Giving New Album 'Shadows In The Night' To 50,000 Senior Citizens
The 73-year-old songwriting legend known to the world as Bob Dylan is putting out a batch of songs that he didn't pen titled "Shadows in the Night" and he offered up a Q&A opportunity to AARP Magazine as well as a giveaway to their 50,000 senior subscribers. -
Dessa 'Sound the Bells' Music Video: Doomtree Singer Swims Underwater With Life-Sized Sculptures
The Minneapolis-based Doomtree rapper/singer flew down to Mexico's Isla Mujeres off the Yucatan Peninsula so she could film a video for her 2013 song "Sound the Bells." -
Slash Explains 'Sweet Child O' Mine' Riff, Says Les Paul Destroyed Him Onstage
"Sweet Child o' Mine" is perhaps the defining '80s rock anthem, and is often credited with being one of the best guitar-driven tracks of the modern era. -
Diplo Talks Taylor Swift, Lorde, Madonna, Odd Future, Major Labels, The L.A. Underground Scene & More In GQ Interview
As part of their Legacy Project, GQ spoke with 19 musicians who they believe left a lasting mark on the industry in 2014. On the EDM side of things, they spoke with Diplo (born Thomas Wesley Pentz). The influential producer/DJ dished on his beef with Taylor Swift fans, his relationship with Lorde, the role of labels in the industry today, his approach to music, L.A.'s thriving underground music scene, Odd Future's staying power, working with Madonna, being in the tabloids, how he chooses collaborators, and more. Here's some of what we learned: -
Fall Out Boy, Wiz Khalifa "Uma Thurman" Remix Hits Online as Boys of Zummer Tour Tickets Go On Sale
When Fall Out Boy and Wiz Khalifa announced their joint The Boys of Zummer Tour earlier this month, it certainly seemed like an odd match. For music fans who couldn't quite imagine how that would work, now we have an answer. Today (Jan. 23), the "Centuries" band and Khalifa released a new "Boys of Zummer" remix for the American Beauty/American Psycho single "Uma Thurman." -
What Advice Electronicore Band Palisades Could Have Taken from Limp Bizkit for Second Album 'Mind Games'
Society always celebrates the records that top the Billboard 200 album chart. Back of The Billboards is a Music Times weekly segment that looks at the opposite end: the new record that finished closest to the back of the Billboard 200 for the previous week. We hope to give a fighting chance to the bands you haven't heard of. This week we look at Palisades' new album 'Mind Games' and its aim to combine hardcore with just about every mainstream genre: pop punk, EDM and hip-hop.
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