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Gondos Lampoon the Nine-to-Five Grind On Fuzzed-Out New Single “Stop Calling Me”

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Gondos are back, and they brought the fuzz. The Portland, Oregon four-piece return today with “Stop Calling Me,” a two-minute-forty-second garage rock rager that tears through the soul-crushing absurdity of office life. Singer and guitarist Aidan Case draws from a short-lived telemarketing gig, channeling anger, sarcasm, and pure exasperation into something that hits harder than any day job ever could.

The track is a gritty, high-velocity gut check, fuzz-laced and built for volume. Anger rarely sounds this focused or this fun.

Alongside the single, Gondos drop a video filmed in a Chinatown district warehouse in their hometown. Harsh fluorescent lighting, stripped-back space, zero pretense. The visual matches the music perfectly: direct, unadorned, alive.

“Stop Calling Me” marks the band’s first release in nearly a year, and it arrives with serious weight behind it. The sessions were recorded live to half-inch tape by lead guitarist Ben Windheim (also of Portland locals The Macks), and they mark the debut of new bassist Elisabeth Zarnick alongside Case, Windheim, and drummer Grant Anderson.

Ravinia Festival’s 2026 Lineup Features Paul Simon, Alabama Shakes, and a Rebuilt Pavilion

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Ravinia Festival has dropped its full 2026 season schedule, and it is one of the strongest lineups the Highland Park institution has assembled in years. Running June through September across the festival’s 36-acre park, the season brings more than 90 concerts spanning rock, pop, jazz, classical, hip-hop, country, and family programming. Tickets go on sale to the public April 23 at Ravinia.org, with donors getting early access beginning March 17.

The season also marks the grand reopening of the redesigned Hunter Pavilion, rebuilt with a deeper stage, a new acoustic shell engineered for orchestral performance, and updated sound and lighting systems. President and CEO Jeffrey P. Haydon called it “a state-of-the-art venue” that draws world-class talent eager to perform in a space that goes beyond simply hosting music. The first artists to christen the new stage include Ricky Martin, Miranda Lambert, Alabama Shakes, and Rod Stewart.

The headliner list reads like a greatest-hits catalog of living legends and essential contemporary artists. Paul Simon plays two nights (July 17 and 18). Alabama Shakes return with special guest Liam Kazar on August 21. Bonnie Raitt takes the stage August 22, followed by Brandi Carlile on August 26. Chance the Rapper headlines August 8. Kool & The Gang bring Morris Day & The Time and ConFunkShun for what will be a full-on celebration on August 27.

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra anchors the midsummer stretch with a six-week residency celebrating its 90th anniversary at Ravinia. Highlights include St. Vincent performing with the CSO and conductor Jules Buckley on July 25, Lizzo joining Marin Alsop and the orchestra on July 11, and CSO Music Director Designate Klaus Mäkelä making his Ravinia debut across two nights in August. Jacob Collier closes the season in the intimate Martin Theatre on September 23.

The full schedule runs deep with something for every corner of music, from Emmylou Harris and Graham Nash (July 26) to Deep Purple with Kansas (August 25), Ziggy Marley and Thievery Corporation (September 17), and Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas (September 12). This is Ravinia at full strength.

2026 Ravinia Festival Concert Schedule:

June 3 | Terence Blanchard & Ravi Coltrane (Martin Theatre)

June 4 | Stella Cole (Bennett Gordon Hall)

June 5 | Joshua Bell & Jeremy Denk (Martin Theatre)

June 6 & 7 | Wildflowers: Kurt Elling with Fred Hersch (Sandra K. Crown Theater)

June 7 | Alisa Weilerstein & Inon Barnatan (Martin Theatre)

July 11 | Lizzo & Yunchan Lim with CSO

July 12 | Billy Idol

July 14 | Squirrel Nut Zippers (Carousel Stage)

July 15 | Harry Connick Jr.

July 17 & 18 | Paul Simon

July 19 | María Dueñas with CSO

July 22 | Augustin Hadelich (Martin Theatre)

July 23 | CSO

July 24 | Laura Karpman with CSO

July 25 | St. Vincent with CSO, conductor Jules Buckley

July 26 | Chanticleer (Martin Theatre) / Emmylou Harris & Graham Nash

July 28 | Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band with special guest The Docksiders

July 29 | The Kody Norris Show (Carousel Stage)

July 31 | Carlos Simon with CSO

Aug. 1 | Emanuel Ax & John Williams with CSO / Laurie Berkner

Aug. 2 | Ted Sperling with CSO / Black Moon Trio (Sandra K. Crown Theater)

Aug. 4 | Magic City Hippies (Carousel Stage)

Aug. 5 | Danish String Quartet (Martin Theatre)

Aug. 6 & 7 | Klaus Mäkelä with CSO

Aug. 8 | Chance the Rapper / Black Moon Trio (Sandra K. Crown Theater)

Aug. 9 | Hugh Jackman with Chicago Philharmonic / Misha Dichter (Bennett Gordon Hall)

Aug. 11 | Brian McKnight & Gladys Knight

Aug. 12 | Joe Bonamassa

Aug. 13 | Quincy Jones Tribute with CSO, conductor Jules Buckley

Aug. 14 | Steve Hackman with CSO

Aug. 15 | moe. and Umphrey’s McGee / Okee Dokee Brothers (Carousel Stage)

Aug. 16 | CSO 90th Anniversary Tchaikovsky Evening / Frederica von Stade & Susan Graham (Bennett Gordon Hall)

Aug. 19 | Gregory Alan Isakov with Chicago Philharmonic

Aug. 20 | Ricky Martin

Aug. 21 | Alabama Shakes with special guest Liam Kazar

Aug. 22 | Bonnie Raitt / Divi Roxx Kids (Carousel Stage)

Aug. 23 | Grease Sing-Along

Aug. 25 | Deep Purple with special guest Kansas

Aug. 26 | Brandi Carlile

Aug. 27 | Kool & The Gang with special guests Morris Day & The Time and ConFunkShun

Aug. 28 | Alabama

Aug. 29 | Ray LaMontagne (Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour) with special guest The Weather Station / Dr. Seuss Goes to the Opera (Martin Theatre)

Aug. 30 | Miranda Lambert

Sept. 3 | Music of the Baroque with Dame Jane Glover

Sept. 5 | Rod Stewart with special guest Richard Marx / Karen Ouzounian (Sandra K. Crown Theater)

Sept. 6 | Squeeze with special guest Adam Ant / Olga Kern (Bennett Gordon Hall)

Sept. 12 | Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas with special guest Theo Lawrence

Sept. 13 | 10th Fiesta Ravinia: Los Tigres del Norte

Sept. 17 | Ziggy Marley and Thievery Corporation

Sept. 18 | Tom Jones

Sept. 19 | Martina McBride

Sept. 23 | Jacob Collier (Martin Theatre)

30 Classic Rock and Pop Artists From the 1980s Who Still Tour Like It Is Opening Night

The 1980s delivered huge hair, massive choruses, and songs that still echo through arenas today. Decades later, many of those same artists are still loading into venues, turning up the amps, and reminding fans that great music does not age. These 30 acts built their reputations in the 80s and still light up stages in the 2020s.

AC/DC
Few bands deliver pure rock spectacle like AC/DC. Decades after “Back in Black” shook the world, they still crank the volume and keep stadium crowds shouting every riff.

Adam Ant
New wave swagger never really goes out of fashion. Adam Ant still hits the stage with theatrical flair and a catalog of infectious 80s pop classics.

Alice Cooper
Shock rock never sleeps. Alice Cooper continues to mix horror theatrics, classic riffs, and larger-than-life stagecraft on tours that feel like rock and roll theatre.

Billy Idol
Leather jackets, snarling vocals, and fist-pumping hooks keep Billy Idol’s concerts electric. His rebellious spirit still feels right at home on modern stages.

Bon Jovi
Few bands defined 80s arena rock like Bon Jovi. Even decades later, crowds still sing every word to “Livin’ on a Prayer.”

Bryan Adams
Bryan Adams built a career on huge choruses and heartfelt rock ballads. His live shows remain packed with singalong moments.

Cheap Trick
Cheap Trick mastered the art of the power-pop anthem. Their live performances are energetic reminders that rock and roll fun never goes out of style.

Chicago
Brass-powered rock hits still fill arenas thanks to Chicago. Their mix of horns, hooks, and smooth melodies keeps fans coming back.

Def Leppard
With towering harmonies and polished rock production, Def Leppard still sound massive on stage. Their shows remain a celebration of the MTV era.

Depeche Mode
Dark synths and unforgettable melodies turned Depeche Mode into icons. Their concerts remain immersive electronic spectacles.

Duran Duran
From new wave pioneers to enduring pop legends, Duran Duran still bring sleek style and a parade of hits to their live shows.

Echo and the Bunnymen
Moody guitars and atmospheric sound defined Echo and the Bunnymen. Their concerts continue to channel that unmistakable post-punk energy.

Gary Numan
Gary Numan’s futuristic sound helped shape electronic music. His modern shows blend industrial edge with classic synth-pop roots.

Guns N’ Roses
Few bands ignite a crowd like Guns N’ Roses. When those opening notes of “Welcome to the Jungle” hit, the arena instantly erupts.

Howard Jones
Bright synth hooks and uplifting melodies made Howard Jones a staple of the 80s. His performances still feel joyful and timeless.

Iron Maiden
Iron Maiden remain one of the most powerful live metal bands ever. Their elaborate stage shows and relentless energy keep fans returning year after year.

Journey
Journey’s soaring choruses have become part of rock history. Audiences still raise their voices together for “Don’t Stop Believin’.”

Joan Jett
Joan Jett’s attitude and guitar-driven rock helped define a generation. On stage she still proves that rock and roll rebellion never ages.

John Mellencamp
Heartland rock continues to thrive in John Mellencamp’s live shows. His storytelling songs feel as authentic now as they did decades ago.

Metallica
Metallica transformed metal into stadium-sized thunder. Their marathon concerts remain a masterclass in power and precision.

Motley Crue
Big riffs, big attitude, and larger-than-life performances keep Motley Crue firmly planted on the touring circuit.

New Order
New Order fused post-punk with dance music and changed pop forever. Their shows remain hypnotic blends of guitars and electronic beats.

Nick Cave
Nick Cave’s concerts feel almost spiritual. His intense performances transform songs into unforgettable emotional experiences.

OMD
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark helped define the synth-pop sound of the 80s. Their melodic electronic songs still shine live.

Pet Shop Boys
Few duos mastered pop elegance like Pet Shop Boys. Their visually striking shows remain polished, theatrical, and irresistibly catchy.

Rick Springfield
Rick Springfield’s mix of rock guitars and pop hooks still fills theaters with fans ready to shout every chorus.

Simple Minds
Simple Minds turned anthemic rock into stadium magic. Their concerts remain powerful celebrations of songs that defined a decade.

Styx
With theatrical rock, soaring vocals, and progressive flair, Styx continue to deliver dynamic live performances.

Tears for Fears
The songwriting duo behind some of the decade’s biggest hits still perform with stunning musical precision and emotion.

The Cure
Robert Smith and company remain masters of atmosphere. The Cure’s long, immersive concerts feel like journeys through alternative rock history.

Eagles Unveil Massive ‘One of These Nights’ Deluxe Edition Featuring Unreleased 1975 Anaheim Concert

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Rhino has announced a Deluxe Edition of the Eagles’ landmark 1975 album ‘One of These Nights’, due May 1. The release arrives as a 3 CD/Blu-ray set featuring a new mix of the original album, a previously unreleased 16-song concert recorded at Anaheim Stadium on September 28, 1975, and new Dolby Atmos and high-resolution stereo mixes. A 3 LP version releases the same day, including the new album mix and the full concert recording. Lacquers were cut by Chris Bellman at Bernie Grundman Mastering.

‘One of These Nights’ was a milestone for the band from the moment it arrived. It earned the Eagles their first Grammy Award, went quadruple platinum, and became the first of four consecutive number one albums. The single “Lyin’ Eyes” won the Grammy for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. The new mix was produced by Don Henley and handled by Rob Jacobs, with the original sessions having been produced by Bill Szymczyk at Criteria Studios in Miami and the Record Plant in Los Angeles.

The unreleased live recording is the centrepiece of the package and it is genuinely historic. Captured at the Sunshine Festival in Anaheim at the end of the ‘One of These Nights’ tour, the show features Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Randy Meisner, Bernie Leadon, and Don Felder tearing through a set that spans the band’s catalog to that point. It also marks Leadon’s final performance with the band, making it a document of a genuine turning point in Eagles history.

The concert carries two moments of particular significance. Joe Walsh, months away from becoming an official member, joins the group for the encore to perform “Rocky Mountain Way,” offering an early glimpse of what was coming. The set also includes a rousing cover of Chuck Berry’s “Carol,” a live staple at the time and one that has never previously appeared on an Eagles album. “Carol” is available now for streaming and download as a preview of the full live set.

The Blu-ray accompanying the CD set presents both the album and the live performance in Dolby Atmos and high-resolution stereo. The Deluxe Edition lands ahead of the band’s headlining slot at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival and upcoming stadium dates as part of The Long Goodbye, Act III, in Atlanta, Nashville, and Arlington. The Eagles are also poised to set the record for the longest-running Sphere residency, with shows continuing March 20 after drawing more than 700,000 fans across 52 sold-out performances since September 2024.

‘One of These Nights’ Deluxe Edition Tracklist:

CD 1: One of These Nights

One of These Nights

Too Many Hands

Hollywood Waltz

Journey of the Sorcerer

Lyin’ Eyes

Take It to the Limit

Visions

After the Thrill Is Gone

I Wish You Peace

CD 2: Live at Anaheim Stadium (9/28/75)

Intro

Take It Easy

Outlaw Man

Doolin-Dalton/Desperado

One of These Nights

Ol’ 55

Lyin’ Eyes

Take It to the Limit

CD 3: Live at Anaheim Stadium (9/28/75)

Blackberry Blossom

Midnight Flyer

Already Gone

Too Many Hands

James Dean

Witchy Woman

Rocky Mountain Way

Carol

The Best of My Love

Blu-ray:

One of These Nights, Atmos

Live at Anaheim Stadium (9/28/75), Atmos

One of These Nights (2025 Mix), Hi-Res Stereo

Live at Anaheim Stadium (9/28/75), Hi-Res Stereo

mgk Drops Cinematic Tour Documentary “goddamn” Video From His Lost Americana European Run

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mgk has released the music video for “goddamn,” a documentary-style visual directed by Sam Cahill that pulls back the curtain on life before showtime during his Lost Americana European tour. Rather than a staged production, the video follows mgk and his band walking through cities, moving backstage, and living the unfiltered reality of life on a major arena run. It feels like found footage in the best possible sense.

Written and produced alongside longtime collaborators SlimXX, BazeXX, Nick Long, and No Love For The Middle Child, “goddamn” is an homage to rock and roll built around spontaneous decisions and the lessons they leave behind. The song and its visual land as a natural extension of what the Lost Americana era has always been about: raw energy, real moments, and music that earns its place in the rock canon.

The Lost Americana tour continues to deliver. Reflection of Darkness noted that mgk’s performance was “a masterclass in arena-rock showmanship” and that “the Lost Americana tour is more than just a comeback, it’s a victory lap that will stay ingrained in the memory of the lucky fans witnessing the spectacle.” The run, which covers arenas and amphitheaters across North America, the EU and UK, and Australia and New Zealand, continues into July.

‘lost americana’ marked mgk’s third consecutive number one on Billboard’s Top Rock and Alternative Albums chart. To open 2026 he released “times of my life,” which has become a fan favorite on tour. Late last year he teamed with Jonas Brothers for a remix of the inescapable hit “cliche,” with choreography by Sean Bankhead, who has worked with Usher and Tate McRae. Last week, mgk appeared at Paris Fashion Week alongside his daughter Casie at the Stella McCartney show.

“goddamn” is out now. The Lost Americana tour rolls on.

Vans Warped Tour Unveils Massive Long Beach Lineup for Two-Day July Takeover at Shoreline Aquatic Park

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Vans Warped Tour has revealed the full lineup for its Long Beach, California stop, a two-day festival set for July 25 and 26 at Shoreline Aquatic Park. With the Pacific Ocean as a backdrop and the historic Queen Mary on the horizon, the setting is quintessential Southern California summer. The event is produced in partnership with Insomniac and features over 100 artists spanning punk, pop-punk, alternative, emo, hip-hop, ska, and beyond, alongside world-class skateboarders and elite action-sports athletes.

The lineup, listed alphabetically in keeping with Warped Tour tradition, spans generations of alternative music with genuine depth. Genre-defining favorites like Jimmy Eat World, Thrice, Taking Back Sunday, Underoath, The Used, Glassjaw, Alexisonfire, Flogging Molly, Dance Gavin Dance, and Silverstein share the bill with pop-punk staples Simple Plan, All Time Low, Mayday Parade, Bayside, Motion City Soundtrack, Gym Class Heroes, Story of the Year, and The Starting Line. Rising voices including Winona Fighter, Magnolia Park, Stand Atlantic, Hot Milk, and Nova Twins round out a bill that genuinely delivers across every corner of the alternative universe.

Long Beach is one of five two-day festival stops in 2026, joining Washington D.C. and Orlando, and marking the launch of two brand new international editions in Montreal, Canada and Mexico City, Mexico. After three sold-out U.S. dates last year, the expansion reflects real and growing demand for what Warped Tour represents: a multi-generational alternative music community gathered in one place.

Tickets are on sale now. Two days, over 100 artists, one iconic Southern California waterfront location.

Vans Warped Tour, Long Beach 2026, Full Lineup:

Зон!3, Acceptance, Alemeda, Alexisonfire, All Time Low, Allison, Amigo The Devil, Aries, Arm’s Length, Attila, Bad Cop Bad Cop, Bayside, Bear Vs. Shark, Big Ass Truck, Blnko, Boston Manor, Boundaries, Bowling For Soup, Brayton, Breathe Carolina, Carolesdaughter, Caskets, Chase Petra, Citizen, Codefendants, Crown The Empire, Daisy Grenade, Dance Gavin Dance, Deathbyromy, Delux, Denm, Dinosaur Pile-Up, Division Minuscula, Doobie, Drop Dead Gorgeous, Dying Wish, Emery, Escape The Fate, Fame On Fire, Flogging Molly, Fox Lake, Free Throw, From First To Last, G-Eazy, Games We Play, Girlfriends, Glassjaw, Good Sleepy, Good Terms, Grandson, Gritty In Pink, Jam, Guilt Trip, Gym Class Heroes, Haywire, Hepcat, Holy Wars, Honey Revenge, Hoobastank, Hot Chelle Rae, Hot Milk, I Set My Friends On Fire, Initiate, Jiluka, Jimmy Eat World, Jinjer, Jutes, Kennyhoopla, Lagwagon, Lakeview, Leisure Hour, Letlive., Lo Spirit, Lolo, Lower Definition, Mad Caddies, Magnolia Park, Mayday Parade, Meet Me @ The Altar, Millington, Motion City Soundtrack, Mxpx, Norma Jean, Nova Twins, Origami Angel, Oxymorons, Pain Of Truth, Papa Roach, Peelingflesh, People R Ugly, Phantom Planet, Plain White T’s, Raue, Red Leather, Rosecoloredworld, Sace6, Sammy Adams, Save Ferris, Scarlet House, Scary Kids Scaring Kids, Set It Off, Set Your Goals, Shakewell, Silverstein, Simple Plan, Slay Squad, Sleeping With Sirens, South Arcade, Stand Atlantic, Start Today, Story Of The Year, Suicide Silence, Taking Back Sunday, The Academy Is…, The Aggrolites, The Ataris, The Cab, The Devil Wears Prada, The Early November, The Expendables, The Ghost Inside, The Paradox, The Starting Line, The Story So Far, The Used, The Wrecks, Thrice, Tillie, Trxvis, Underoath, Upon A Burning Body, Vana, Vienna Vienna, Villanelle, Waterparks, We Came As Romans, Wesghost, Whispers, Who Cares, Winona Fighter, Xcomm, Yelawolf

Rock Veteran John Corabi Drops New Single “That Memory” Ahead of Debut Solo Album ‘New Day’

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John Corabi has released “That Memory,” the latest single from his debut full-length solo album ‘New Day’, due April 24 via Frontiers Music Srl. The track arrives with an official music video and carries a straightforward origin story: Blackberry Smoke’s Charlie Starr sent Corabi a rough idea, producer Marti Frederiksen loved it immediately, they shifted the key to fit Corabi’s voice, and they recorded it. “It’s my wife’s favorite from the record,” Corabi says. “Thank you Charlie Starr.”

‘New Day’ marks Corabi’s first full-length solo album of original material, recorded in Nashville during the summer of 2025. Frederiksen, whose production credits include Aerosmith, Ozzy Osbourne, and Buckcherry, helmed the sessions and contributes backing vocals, guitars, piano, and percussion throughout. The album fuses classic 70s rock, soul, and blues into something that feels organic and deeply personal, built on real performances and melodic interplay rather than studio gloss.

The supporting cast is exceptional. Richard Fortus of Guns N’ Roses handles lead guitar. Paul Taylor, known for his work with Winger and Steve Perry, contributes piano, organ, and clavinet. Evan Frederiksen covers drums, bass, B3 organ, electric guitar, mandolin, and programming. Starr adds guitar solos. Together they create exactly the kind of instrument-driven, soulful rock record Corabi set out to make.

The album also includes previously released singles “Cosi Bella (So Beautiful)” from 2021 and “Your Own Worst Enemy” from 2022, now woven into a complete collection that showcases Corabi’s commanding vocals and heartfelt songwriting across a full arc. “I wanted to put together an album of eclectic, organic songs reminiscent of the music I grew up listening to,” Corabi says. “This is a 60s-70s sounding classic rock and roll record. Turn it up, and enjoy.”

A European tour ran through February and March 2026, with additional shows continuing through late spring and summer. ‘New Day’ arrives April 24.

Jon Davison and Alan Hewitt Honor John Lodge With Two Special Moody Blues Celebration Concerts

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Two special concerts have been announced to celebrate the life, music, and legacy of John Lodge and the Moody Blues. The first takes place Friday, July 17 at The Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater, Florida. The second follows Sunday, July 26 at Esher Theatre in Esher, UK. Together, they represent the fulfillment of a promise made to one of rock music’s most beloved figures.

When the Moody Blues stopped touring in 2018, John Lodge made it his mission to keep the music alive. Beginning with his first solo tour in 2015, alongside Music Director Alan Hewitt and the 10,000 Light Years Band, Lodge built a show of genuine grandeur, growing from intimate venues into full productions with captivating video, lights, and an unwavering passion for music he described as the soundtrack of his life. Along the way, Jon Davison of Yes joined the band, brought into the fold through his relationship with Lodge’s daughter Emily, whom he later married. The stage partnership between John and Jon became something deeply meaningful for everyone involved.

Davison will now lead these celebration concerts alongside Hewitt and the 10,000 Light Years Band, fulfilling Lodge’s expressed wish that they carry the music forward. The setlist will draw from hits and fan favourites, incorporating enchanting vocals and visuals of John alongside Davison’s voice and the full band. Videographer Andy Clark, a longtime collaborator, has been working on the visual component of the shows.

“I had a unique perspective of John in that I was lucky enough to become his son-in-law and close friend,” said Davison. “Along with the incredible Alan Hewitt and the 10,000 Light Years Band, I’m thrilled to have the blessed opportunity to be standing by John’s side one more time.” Hewitt added, “John had a huge heart and was loved by so many. I know he’ll be with us in spirit and smiling, knowing that we kept the promise we made before he left to fly with the angels.”

The heart of these concerts belongs to Emily Davison, John’s daughter. “To be able to work with my darling Jon and the incredibly talented Alan on these shows for my father has been the thing that has made the sun shine again,” she said. “It is not a time for sadness. It is a time to smile to the heavens.” As John Lodge always said: Thank You for Keeping the Faith.

John Lodge Celebration Concerts:

July 17 | Clearwater, FL @ The Bilheimer Capitol Theatre

July 26 | Esher, UK @ Esher Theatre

Pop-Punk Favorites The Dollyrots Release New Single “Attention Span” and Hit the Road This Week

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The Dollyrots have announced their new single “Attention Span,” out March 13 via Wicked Cool Records, landing just as the band launches their Spring Break From Reality Tour with Keep Flying. The tour kicked off yesterday, March 12, in Minneapolis, with ten dates running through March 22 in Newport, Kentucky.

“Attention Span” is classic Dollyrots, punchy and hook-driven with distorted guitars fueling the engine and melodies hitting with sugar-rush velocity. Kelly Ogden’s vocal delivery carries the track with the magnetic confidence the band has built their reputation on. The song balances grit and gloss in equal measure, and it arrives at exactly the right cultural moment.

“It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with the intensity and rate of information thrown our way every day in this modern life,” says Ogden. “Important connections with each other and the earth seem to get lost in the shuffle. ‘Attention Span’ is a happy-sounding song about the confusion we feel right now.” That framing lands well. The Dollyrots have always made heartbreaks you can dance to, and this one extends that streak.

The band, helmed by Ogden on bass and lead vocals alongside guitarist and vocalist Luis Cabezas and touring drummer Simon Hancock, has spent years cementing a reputation for kinetic, crowd-connecting live shows and a fiercely independent creative ethos. The Spring Break From Reality Tour is that energy in motion. The Dollyrots also appear at Vans Warped Tour at the Festival Grounds at RFK Campus in Washington, D.C. on June 13 and 14.

Pre-save “Attention Span” now ahead of its March 13 release.

The Dollyrots, Spring Break From Reality Tour Dates:

March 12 | Minneapolis, MN @ Uptown VFW

March 13 | Cudahy, WI @ X-Ray Arcade

March 14 | Chicago, IL @ Reggie’s

March 15 | St. Louis, MO @ Off Broadway

March 17 | Indianapolis, IN @ Melody Inn

March 18 | New Kensington, PA @ Preserving Underground

March 19 | Columbus, OH @ Rumba Cafe

March 20 | Hamtramck, MI @ Small’s

March 21 | Cleveland, OH @ Beachland Tavern

March 22 | Newport, KY @ The Southgate House Revival

June 13-14 | Washington, D.C. @ Festival Grounds at RFK Campus (Vans Warped Tour)

Hip-Hop Radio Legend Lord Sear, Voice of SiriusXM’s Shade 45 for Two Decades, Dead at 52

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Lord Sear, one of hip-hop radio’s most beloved and irreplaceable voices, has died at 52. SiriusXM’s Shade 45 confirmed the passing of Steve Watson on Wednesday, March 11. No further details surrounding his death have been shared. Shade 45 will air a tribute episode Thursday and Friday from noon to 4 PM ET on channel 45 and the SiriusXM app.

The hip-hop community responded immediately and with genuine grief. Fat Joe wrote, “God bless, I know him my whole career, love you Sear.” DJ Premier revealed he had spoken to Sear just two days earlier. “Love you Sear. Crazy we spoke Monday night and you sounded fine. Snapping on each other like we always do.” E-40, Hit-Boy, Rapsody, 9th Wonder, Tony Yayo, Skyzoo, and Berner all paid tribute. Actor and comedian Godfrey called him “my dawg” and one of the “funniest dudes around.”

Lord Sear’s place in hip-hop history was built across decades and platforms. He came up as part of the hip-hop group Kurious in the early 1990s before joining the legendary Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Show, one of underground hip-hop radio’s most influential programs. He toured the world on Eminem’s Anger Management Tour in the early 2000s and lent his voice to the fictional Game FM station in Grand Theft Auto III. He can also be heard on the intro to Big Pun’s 2000 album ‘Yeeeah Baby’.

For more than 20 years, Shade 45 was his home. Co-hosting the All Out Show with Rude Jude and hosting The Lord Sear Special, he became a cornerstone of Eminem’s hip-hop channel and one of SiriusXM’s most recognizable personalities. His mix of classic rap, R&B, sharp humor, and genuine love for the culture made him essential listening for an entire generation of hip-hop fans.

“He was more than a voice on the radio,” Shade 45 wrote in their tribute. “He was a force, a friend, and family to so many of us. The culture will never forget you.” That says it plainly and truthfully. Lord Sear shaped hip-hop radio at every level, and the space he leaves behind cannot be filled.