Nirvana’s Kirt Cobain earned critical acclaim for his acoustic performance of the song during Nirvana’s MTV Unplugged appearance in 1993. Canadian musician Neil Young described Cobain’s vocals during the final screamed verse as “Unearthly, like a werewolf, unbelievable.” This version was originally sanctioned to be released as a b-side to the band’s “Pennyroyal Tea” single in 1994, but the single was cancelled following Cobain’s death in April 1994. It was posthumously released on the band’s MTV Unplugged in New York album in November 1994, and as a promotional single from the album.
Randy Bachman and His Son Tal Unite for a Rare Live-Stream Performance on Monday, March 23
Musical icons Randy Bachman and his son Tal Bachman are teaming up to give worldwide audiences a rare glimpse into their powerful musical synchronicity through a livestream, set to air via YouTube on Monday, March 23 at 6PM PT. This premiere special musical union is in response to the realities of social distancing, and will be a testament to the powers of music as a source of healing and community for everyone.
The performance will be streamed from Randy’s home studio by the ocean on Vancouver Island and will promise to be a unique musical experience. It will last for approximately a half-hour. Click HERE to access the YouTube Livestream.
Randy Bachman is the founder of The Guess Who (“American Woman”, “These Eyes”, “Laughing”) and Bachman-Turner Overdrive (“Takin’ Care of Business”, “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet”) among others, while his son Tal Bachman is best known for his worldwide hit “She’s So High.”
SiriusXM Canada named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 11th year
SiriusXM Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment company, has qualified for the 11th year as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, maintaining Platinum Club status reserved for companies who have received the designation for over seven years.
Now in its 27th year, Canada’s Best Managed Companies remains one of the country’s leading business awards programs recognizing Canadian-owned and managed companies for innovative, world-class business practices. Every year, hundreds of entrepreneurial companies compete for this designation in a rigorous and independent process that evaluates the overall business strategy, results, and culture of the organization.
“To once again receive this prestigious award is truly an honour that speaks to the incredible talent at SiriusXM,” said Mark Redmond, President and CEO, SiriusXM Canada. “Our dedicated and talented team continues to innovate, deliver results, and lead this organization into the future, and I am proud to share this with them.”
Usher Talks About His Childhood Dreams
James Corden asks Usher about a throwback Thursday photo he recently posted, and learned the picture was the first time he had worn slacks in his life. And after, Usher shares he knew very early on he was destined for the iconic career he’s had as an entertainer. And Alison Pill tells James she also found her aspirations to act at a young age.
James Taylor Tells the Story of How He Wrote ‘Carolina in My Mind’
James Taylor talks about his audio memoir, Break Shot: My First 21 Years, his experience hanging out with the Beatles and the story behind Carolina in My Mind.
Watch blackbear Perform ‘Hot Girl Bummer’ on The Late Late Show
Late Late Show music guest blackbear performs “Hot Girl Bummer” for the Stage 56 audience.
James Brotörhead: Superkill
The Godfather of Soul and the Master of Metal are mashed up by Bill McClintock so rock out to 11 and dance away.
Harry Styles’ Isolated Vocals For “Adore You”
The forever-cool Harry Styles’ “Adore You” was a commercial success and the subject of accolades from across the musical spectrum, reaching the top 20 in several countries including the United States and Canada, and the top 10 in the United Kingdom.
Billie Elish’s Isolated Vocals For “No Time To Die”
In January 2020, Billie Eilish was announced as the performer of the film’s theme song, with her brother Finneas O’Connell serving as co-writer as well as the track’s producer. The song, which has the same title, was released on February 13, 2020.[ At the age of eighteen, Eilish is the youngest artist to record a Bond film title track. As the movie has been delayed due to the coronavirus, this ought to keep you calm until then.
1-minute tip for artists and bands stuck on what to post on social media: Just ask.
Ask people to post photos of their fave album cover, or fave artist and why.