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Pixies to Release New Album 'The Night The Zombies Came,' Share New Song (Jul 24, 2024)
Pixies Return with a New AA-Side Single; North American Tour Continues Through June (Jun 3, 2024)
The Dandy Warhols Add Tour Dates in Latin America and the Midwest (Apr 16, 2024)
Pixies to Release New Album 'The Night The Zombies Came,' Share New Song (Jul 24, 2024)
Pixies Return with a New AA-Side Single; North American Tour Continues Through June (Jun 3, 2024)
The Dandy Warhols Add Tour Dates in Latin America and the Midwest (Apr 16, 2024)
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Pixies to Release New Album 'The Night The Zombies Came,' Share New Song
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2024
Pixies will release their brand-new studio album, The Night the Zombies Came on October 25, in time for Halloween. The Night the Zombies Came is Pixies’ tenth album if you count their classic 1987 4AD mini-LP Come On Pilgrim and the first new music since 2022’s acclaimed Doggerel LP. Listen to a song now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2024
Pixies will release their brand-new studio album, The Night the Zombies Came on October 25, in time for Halloween. The Night the Zombies Came is Pixies’ tenth album if you count their classic 1987 4AD mini-LP Come On Pilgrim and the first new music since 2022’s acclaimed Doggerel LP. Listen to a song now!
Pixies Return with a New AA-Side Single; North American Tour Continues Through June
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2024
Pixies return with the release of their first new music for 2024 with a brand new AA-side single, “You’re So Impatient”/”Que Sera, Sera.” Pixies’ new AA-side single arrives amidst a packed touring schedule set to take in circa seventy live shows across the world through 2024 – with even more dates to be announced for 2025. Listen to the songs and find tour dates here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2024
Pixies return with the release of their first new music for 2024 with a brand new AA-side single, “You’re So Impatient”/”Que Sera, Sera.” Pixies’ new AA-side single arrives amidst a packed touring schedule set to take in circa seventy live shows across the world through 2024 – with even more dates to be announced for 2025. Listen to the songs and find tour dates here!
The Dandy Warhols Add Tour Dates in Latin America and the Midwest
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2024
Following a triumphant tour in North America, Australia and New Zealand, THE DANDY WARHOLS announce upcoming dates this summer in Latin America and the Midwest U.S. in support of their critically acclaimed twelfth album ROCKMAKER, include Mexico City, Guadalajara, Santiago, and São Paulo. In addition, they announce shows in Chicago and Minneapolis accompanying their performance at Milwaukee's Summerfest. Later this fall, they will be hitting UK, Ireland and European. See the new dates here!
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2024
Following a triumphant tour in North America, Australia and New Zealand, THE DANDY WARHOLS announce upcoming dates this summer in Latin America and the Midwest U.S. in support of their critically acclaimed twelfth album ROCKMAKER, include Mexico City, Guadalajara, Santiago, and São Paulo. In addition, they announce shows in Chicago and Minneapolis accompanying their performance at Milwaukee's Summerfest. Later this fall, they will be hitting UK, Ireland and European. See the new dates here!
McKenzie Stubbert to Release 'Waiting Room' on Friday
by Michael Major - Aug 14, 2023
On the composer's long-gestating new album, Waiting Room, a rich and elegiac song cycle that draws upon film scores, neoclassical piano, and minimalist composers of the late twentieth century, McKenzie has found that honesty. It will be released on LP/cd/digital and showcases Stubbert’s textured approach and toy box take on the neo-classical style.
by Michael Major - Aug 14, 2023
On the composer's long-gestating new album, Waiting Room, a rich and elegiac song cycle that draws upon film scores, neoclassical piano, and minimalist composers of the late twentieth century, McKenzie has found that honesty. It will be released on LP/cd/digital and showcases Stubbert’s textured approach and toy box take on the neo-classical style.
The Breeders Announce 30th Anniversary Original Analog Edition of 'Last Splash' & Share Unreleased Track
by Michael Major - Jun 27, 2023
Recorded by the ‘classic’ Breeders line-up of Kim Deal, Kelley Deal, Josephine Wiggs and Jim Macpherson, and featuring the infectiously appealing ‘Cannonball’, Last Splash immediately became an alt-rock classic, achieving platinum status in the UK and US, and is ranked in Pitchfork’s Top 100 Records of the 1990s.
by Michael Major - Jun 27, 2023
Recorded by the ‘classic’ Breeders line-up of Kim Deal, Kelley Deal, Josephine Wiggs and Jim Macpherson, and featuring the infectiously appealing ‘Cannonball’, Last Splash immediately became an alt-rock classic, achieving platinum status in the UK and US, and is ranked in Pitchfork’s Top 100 Records of the 1990s.
MODEST MOUSE & Pixies Announce Co-Headline Tour with Cat Power
by Michael Major - Mar 28, 2023
Modest Mouse will be joining forces with Pixies for the third and final leg of Pixies’ 2023 North American tour. With Special Guest Cat Power, the co-headline tour kicks off August 20 at the Stone Pony Summerstage, Asbury Park, NJ, wrapping up in California mid-September with more shows to be announced soon.
by Michael Major - Mar 28, 2023
Modest Mouse will be joining forces with Pixies for the third and final leg of Pixies’ 2023 North American tour. With Special Guest Cat Power, the co-headline tour kicks off August 20 at the Stone Pony Summerstage, Asbury Park, NJ, wrapping up in California mid-September with more shows to be announced soon.
The Residents Announce FACELESS FOREVER 50th Anniversary Tour and Screenings of TRIPLE TROUBLE
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 26, 2023
Legendary art-rock group The Residents have announced FACELESS FOREVER, their 50th Anniversary Tour kicking off at the Wonder Ballroom (Portland, OR) on March 16 and hitting 22 cities before culminating in a three-night run at the Great American Music Hall (San Francisco, Calif.) from April 17 - 19, 2023.
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 26, 2023
Legendary art-rock group The Residents have announced FACELESS FOREVER, their 50th Anniversary Tour kicking off at the Wonder Ballroom (Portland, OR) on March 16 and hitting 22 cities before culminating in a three-night run at the Great American Music Hall (San Francisco, Calif.) from April 17 - 19, 2023.
Pixies Announce Leg One of 2023 North American Headline Tour
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2022
Currently in New Zealand wrapping up Phase One of their massive 2022 - 2023 World Tour, now Pixies share initial dates for the first leg of their 2023 North American headline trek. Pixies will hit the road on May 4 at the Fox Theatre in Oakland CA, headlining shows in U.S. western states through to the middle of May.
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2022
Currently in New Zealand wrapping up Phase One of their massive 2022 - 2023 World Tour, now Pixies share initial dates for the first leg of their 2023 North American headline trek. Pixies will hit the road on May 4 at the Fox Theatre in Oakland CA, headlining shows in U.S. western states through to the middle of May.
Pixies Release New Single 'Vault of Heaven'
by Michael Major - Aug 9, 2022
The return of Pixies has been rapturously received, the alt-rock trailblazers reconnecting with long-term fans and introducing themselves to a fresh new audience. In recent weeks, they’ve headlined large outdoor venues across the UK, performed as special guests to Pearl Jam in Hyde Park, and played one of their most intimate shows in years.
by Michael Major - Aug 9, 2022
The return of Pixies has been rapturously received, the alt-rock trailblazers reconnecting with long-term fans and introducing themselves to a fresh new audience. In recent weeks, they’ve headlined large outdoor venues across the UK, performed as special guests to Pearl Jam in Hyde Park, and played one of their most intimate shows in years.
Pixies Announce New Album 'Doggerel'
by Michael Major - Jun 8, 2022
The iconic Pixies forged an influential path for alt-rock during their first era, while their post 2004 reunion has seen them alchemize more sophisticated dark arts - a return which has them add another three UK Top 10 albums to the three they achieved on their first run. They launch the album alongside its lead single ‘There’s a Moon On’.
by Michael Major - Jun 8, 2022
The iconic Pixies forged an influential path for alt-rock during their first era, while their post 2004 reunion has seen them alchemize more sophisticated dark arts - a return which has them add another three UK Top 10 albums to the three they achieved on their first run. They launch the album alongside its lead single ‘There’s a Moon On’.
VIDEO: Pixies Release 'Human Crime' Music Video
by Michael Major - Mar 2, 2022
Directed by Pixies’ Paz Lenchantin and filmed in the Los Angeles area at the San Pedro abandoned bunkers and Santa Monica's Gold Diggers Bar, the “Human Crime” music video gives the viewer a glimpse into a nether world of fairies, situated just around that next corner, parallel to our dimension, rarely seen. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
by Michael Major - Mar 2, 2022
Directed by Pixies’ Paz Lenchantin and filmed in the Los Angeles area at the San Pedro abandoned bunkers and Santa Monica's Gold Diggers Bar, the “Human Crime” music video gives the viewer a glimpse into a nether world of fairies, situated just around that next corner, parallel to our dimension, rarely seen. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
Pixies Cancel September U.S. Tour Dates
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 23, 2021
11-date U.S. September run that also included scheduled appearances at Summerfest in Milwaukee, and Chicago's Riot Fest.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 23, 2021
11-date U.S. September run that also included scheduled appearances at Summerfest in Milwaukee, and Chicago's Riot Fest.
Justus Proffit Shares 'Big Mistake' Off New Album 'Speedstar'
by TV News Desk - Jun 24, 2021
He shared 'Burning the Ground', a smoldering slice of jangle pop, written after a hike in the Pacific Northwest, it reflects on the fires that ravaged California, overwhelmed at the thought that one day they might all be gone.
by TV News Desk - Jun 24, 2021
He shared 'Burning the Ground', a smoldering slice of jangle pop, written after a hike in the Pacific Northwest, it reflects on the fires that ravaged California, overwhelmed at the thought that one day they might all be gone.
Pixies to Perform at Old Forester's Paristown Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2021
Pixies - Black Francis, Joey Santiago, David Lovering, and Paz Lenchantin - return to the road for their first U.S. shows since December 2019. On this tour, the band will draw from their entire catalogue for their set list, and as is the norm with Pixies, the band will play a different set at each show.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2021
Pixies - Black Francis, Joey Santiago, David Lovering, and Paz Lenchantin - return to the road for their first U.S. shows since December 2019. On this tour, the band will draw from their entire catalogue for their set list, and as is the norm with Pixies, the band will play a different set at each show.
Pixies Announce 2021 U.S. Tour Dates
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jun 8, 2021
On this tour, the band will draw from their entire catalogue for their set list, and, as is the norm with Pixies, there will be no firm, nightly set list - the band will play a different set at each show, with every song determined just before its first note is played.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jun 8, 2021
On this tour, the band will draw from their entire catalogue for their set list, and, as is the norm with Pixies, there will be no firm, nightly set list - the band will play a different set at each show, with every song determined just before its first note is played.
Justus Proffit Shares 'Burning The Ground' & Announces New Album
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 26, 2021
Lead single 'Burning the Ground' is a smoldering slice of jangle pop, written after a hike in the Pacific Northwest, the song reflects on the fires that ravaged California, overwhelmed at the thought that one day they might all be gone.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 26, 2021
Lead single 'Burning the Ground' is a smoldering slice of jangle pop, written after a hike in the Pacific Northwest, the song reflects on the fires that ravaged California, overwhelmed at the thought that one day they might all be gone.
Heart's Nancy Wilson Joins HARDCORE HUMANISM WITH DR. MIKE
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 4, 2021
On The Hardcore Humanism Podcast, Dr. Mike talks with musicians about their mental health and personal development to inspire others and offer lessons about how to lead an authentic and purpose-driven life.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 4, 2021
On The Hardcore Humanism Podcast, Dr. Mike talks with musicians about their mental health and personal development to inspire others and offer lessons about how to lead an authentic and purpose-driven life.
Julie Kramer's THE BASEMENT ARCHIVES: THE GHOSTS OF WFNX: VOLUME II Opens July 20
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2019
Photographer and revered long-time on-air radio personality Julie Kramer will uncover her new rock & roll photography exhibition The Basement Archives: The Ghosts of WFNX: Volume II, taking over Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE) with over 100 portraits and live-concert images of celebrity musicians. The exhibition takes place at Boston Center for Adult Education, located at 122 Arlington Street, in Boston's Back Bay. The exhibition runs July 20 through December 20, 2019, and the opening reception, Saturday, July 20 from 4-8pm, is free and open to the public with reservation at https:bcae.orgeventrsvp. Limited edition signed photographs will be available for sale and the exhibition is on view during BCAE regular hours.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2019
Photographer and revered long-time on-air radio personality Julie Kramer will uncover her new rock & roll photography exhibition The Basement Archives: The Ghosts of WFNX: Volume II, taking over Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE) with over 100 portraits and live-concert images of celebrity musicians. The exhibition takes place at Boston Center for Adult Education, located at 122 Arlington Street, in Boston's Back Bay. The exhibition runs July 20 through December 20, 2019, and the opening reception, Saturday, July 20 from 4-8pm, is free and open to the public with reservation at https:bcae.orgeventrsvp. Limited edition signed photographs will be available for sale and the exhibition is on view during BCAE regular hours.
Life In A Blender Plays Brooklyn in Support of New Album 'Happy Enough'
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 28, 2017
In the summer of 2016, Brooklyn's longest-lived band, Life in a Blender squirreled away at Old Soul Studios in Catskill, NY, to record their ninth album, Happy Enough. Producer and Old Soul Studio's owner, Kenny Siegal who has recorded The New Pornographers, Chris Whitley, AC Newman, Langhorne Slim, and others manned the large recording knob.
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 28, 2017
In the summer of 2016, Brooklyn's longest-lived band, Life in a Blender squirreled away at Old Soul Studios in Catskill, NY, to record their ninth album, Happy Enough. Producer and Old Soul Studio's owner, Kenny Siegal who has recorded The New Pornographers, Chris Whitley, AC Newman, Langhorne Slim, and others manned the large recording knob.
Photo Flash: Black Francis of The Pixies Visits SCHOOL OF ROCK on Tour
by BWW News Desk - Oct 31, 2017
Black Francis, front man for the influential alternative rock band the Pixies, visited the cast of the National Tour of School of Rock - The Musical last weekend while the show was in Hartford, CT. Scroll down for a photo!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 31, 2017
Black Francis, front man for the influential alternative rock band the Pixies, visited the cast of the National Tour of School of Rock - The Musical last weekend while the show was in Hartford, CT. Scroll down for a photo!
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