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Passion Pit isn't just releasing a new album, the band is also prepping a month-long North American tour. Today (Feb. 23), following the band's Kindred album announcement and the release of its new single "Lifted up (1985)," Passion Pit unveiled its 2015 live plans. -
Soundgarden Guitarist Kim Thayil Says Band Will Release 'King Animal' Follow-Up in 2016
The members of Soundgarden want the reunion to last a little bit longer. Guitarist Kim Thayil told The Sydney Morning Herald recently that the band plans to release its eighth studio album in 2016. The untitled effort will follow the band's 2012 album, King Animal, which they released after a 16-year recording hiatus. Thayil said the band is still in the early stages of putting the album together. -
Bobby Shmurda Claims Lyrical Content Was "Fabricated," Wants Off Epic Records After They Fail To Post His Bail
A lot has happened in the two months since Bobby Shmurda (born Ackquille Pollard) was arrested outside of Quad Studios in New York City. He has been indicted on a variety of charges, changed lawyers, plead not guilty in court, and had his bail withdrawn. His defense lawyer Kenneth J. Montgomery has called the charges "trumped up," saying it all ultimately comes down to a "constructive possession gun case" that is being overblown. For now, Pollard sits in jail, unable to come up with the $2 million bail. In a new interview with The New York Times, Pollard expresses his frustration with his label for not supporting him and claims that his violent lyrics were fabricated to sell records. -
5 Acts Left at Cash Money Following Inevitable Lil Wayne, Drake and Nicki Minaj Exodus: Austin Mahone Among Best Hopes
Cash Money is on the brink of losing Lil Wayne, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Tyga and perhaps even more performers. So who does Birdman have left? Believe it or not, Limp Bizkit and Austin Mahone may be his best bets. -
Unfinished A$AP Rocky Song "Indie" Featuring Rich Homie Quan and Sway Burr Leaked [LISTEN]
An unfinished A$AP Rocky song has apparently leaked onto the Web. Featuring Rich Homie Quan and Sway Burr, "Indie" does not appear to be totally finished, but the overall track sounds promising. -
alt-J Shares Dark Video for 'This Is All Yours' Single "Pusher" Ahead of Winter Tour [WATCH]
English alternative outfit alt-J recently shared a video for its tune "Pusher." The track is off the band's highly successful studio album 'This Is All Yours,' which dropped in September. The acoustic cut is accompanied by eerie visuals that highlight the song's dark side. -
Migos Share "Mr. Miyagi" From 'Finesse' Soundtrack [LISTEN]
Atlanta rap-trio Migos have shared their contribution to the soundtrack for the new film Finesse, which boasts itself to be the No. 1 comedy in America. The soundtrack consists of largely previously released songs from the likes of Rich Homie Quan, Trinidad James, Rich the Kid, August Alsina, Peewee Longway and others, but they managed to convince Migos to contribute a new track, "Mr. Miyagi," to the film. -
Kanye West, Rihanna First Joint Tour Date Announced Following "FourFiveSeconds" Grammy Performance
Following their Paul McCartney-featuring performance of "FourFiveSeconds" at the Grammys, rumors began circulating that Kanye West and Rihanna might tour together. Now, those rumors have been confirmed with the duo's first joint date. -
Former Hot Boy Turk Next Rapper to Sue Cash Money; Joins Lil Wayne, Tyga and Drake in Wanting Out
Cash Money is going to be bleeding cash if it can't get its legal affairs in order as rapper Turk has jumped on the trend of suing the hip-hop label. Lil Wayne is suing Birdman and Cash Money for $51 million while seeking a release from the label, while Turk is suing for "only" $1.3 million, alleging "shady accounting." -
Yelawolf Talks Challenges of Being a Father: Shady Records Artist Reflects on His Absent Dad
Yelawolf knows all too well what it is like to grow up without a father. The Shady Records rapper is determined not to let his career -- or anything, for that matter -- get in the way of him being a good father to his children. Yelawolf, aka Michael Atha, talked to 'XXL' about his views on fatherhood and how much of a challenge it is regardless of being famous or not. -
Sia Confirms Singing Vocals For South Park's Fictional Lorde Song "Push (Feel Good On A Wednesday)"
Last year, South Park aired a few episodes with a storyline revolving around Lorde. It begins with Stan's father Randy Marsh saying that he works with Lorde's uncle. He later reveals that he, a 45-year-old geologist, is in fact Lorde. In an episode titled "Gluten Free Ebola," fictional Lorde sings a song called "Push (Feel Good On A Wednesday)." After the episode aired, rumors circulated that it was Sia who actually sang fictional Lorde's vocals. And now Sia has confirmed her involvement in the song to NME. -
Imagine Dragons' New Album 'Smoke + Mirrors' Debuts at No. 1 in UK Above Drake, Ed Sheeran & Sam Smith
"Shots" all around for Imagine Dragons. Following the massive success of its debut album Night Visions, it seems like the Las Vegas rockers are prepping for another massive record. Its latest effort Smoke + Mirrors debuted at No. 1 in the United Kingdom, besting releases from the likes of Drake, Sam Smith, Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift.
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