When the college comedy PCU hit theaters in 1994, MTV News turned to the real experts—actual college students—for their take. In this throwback segment, students offered unfiltered reviews, praising the film’s campus satire while poking fun at its stereotypes. The clip captures the spirit of ’90s MTV and the culture of the moment, blending pop culture with student life.
Before SNL: Lorne Michaels Released 1968 Comedy Album With Hart Pomerantz
Years before shaping the landscape of late-night television with Saturday Night Live, Lorne Michaels was performing comedy alongside Hart Pomerantz. Together, the Canadian duo released the 1968 album The Comedy of Hart and Lorne, showcasing their sharp wit and playful sketches. The record stands as a little-known artifact from Michaels’ early career, long before his rise as one of TV’s most influential producers.
Peter Gabriel Performs Rare German-Language “Here Comes the Flood” Live in 1983
Unbeknownst to many, Peter Gabriel recorded full German-language versions of his third and fourth solo albums in the early 1980s. Among the rarest performances from this period is his 1983 live rendition of “Jetz Kommt Die Flut,” the German version of “Here Comes the Flood.” This clip remains the only known video of Gabriel delivering the song in German, offering a fascinating glimpse into his experimental cross-cultural artistry.
Unearthed 1975 Pilot of The Gong Show Reveals Major Differences From Final Version
The original unaired 60-minute pilot of The Gong Show from 1975 offers a fascinating look at what might have been. Unlike the version that eventually aired, the pilot featured a different host, an alternate set design, more celebrity panelists, and an abundance of gongs. It’s a quirky time capsule that highlights the experimental spirit behind one of television’s strangest game shows.
Rare 1973 Clip Shows Pat Sajak Delivering the News on WSM-TV
Long before becoming a household name as host of Wheel of Fortune, Pat Sajak worked as a local broadcaster. In this rare May 1, 1973 clip from WSM-TV in Kentucky, he interrupts game show programming to deliver the evening news. The footage offers a fascinating glimpse of Sajak in his early career, years before his rise to TV fame.
Pavement’s 1995 Video for “Rattled by the Rush” Infamously Banned From MTV
The original video for Pavement’s 1995 single “Rattled by the Rush” holds a strange place in music history. Shot with intentionally disorienting camera work, the clip was quickly banned from MTV for reportedly causing motion sickness among viewers. The controversy only added to Pavement’s cult legend, turning the video into a sought-after artifact of the band’s offbeat creativity.
Lost Mitch Hedberg MTV Pilot Resurfaces in 26-Minute Rough Cut Featuring Rare Stand-Up Sets
A restored 26-minute rough cut of Mitch Hedberg’s long-lost 2001 MTV pilot has been unearthed from Doug Stanhope’s crawlspace. The rare footage captures Hedberg’s unmistakable wit alongside performances from Lynn Shawcroft, Eddy “The Possum Man” Carnavale, and Stanhope himself. A true time capsule of early-2000s comedy, it offers fans a glimpse into a project once thought gone forever.
ZFM Announce Debut Album ‘anthology’ Out Now, Share Video for “New Leaf”
ZFM, comprised of lead vocalist Stephen Shareaux (Kik Tracee), guitarist Drew Fortier (The Lucid, ex Bang Tango), guitarist Brynn Arens (Flipp), bassist Chip Z’Nuff (Enuff Z’Nuff), drummer Mike Heller (Raven, The Lucid, ex Fear Factory) and pianist K.L. Doty- will release their debut album, ‘anthology’, out now via SpoilerHead Records.
The music video for the single, “New Leaf” was shot in January 2016 and is the first in a trio of videos filmed during that time to be released with “Aflame” and “Downtown” to soon follow. The “New Leaf” video was directed by and shot by Joe Placzkowski and Frank Ritter.
Joining together as an unlikely collaboration between the hard rock and metal elite, the upcoming album from ZFM, ‘anthology’, is alternative rock with a modern twist of otherworldly beauty and abrasive heaviness that has been long gestating to be heard.
Major League Reunite After Nearly a Decade for 15th Anniversary of ‘The Truth Is…’ and First-Ever Vinyl Release
Major League is back. The NJ-based rock band – formed in 2009 – has reunited for the first time since 2016 to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut album The Truth Is… with the record’s first ever vinyl pressing.
“There was never a single defining moment where any one of us at any point thought ‘this is the time’. To be honest, I don’t know that we ever thought there would be a Major League again,” explains guitarist Brian Joyce. “We spent 12 years not speaking a word. But when you’ve spent your formative years as kids creating something together in the corner of a basement that brought you around the world, the second we entered a room together again that chemistry picked up right where we left off.”
Adds original vocalist Nick Trask: “Major League was always a huge part of our lives that I think we all thought we’d never revisit. It was an incredible moment lost in over a decade of silence, tucked away never to resurface again. I truly believe things happen for a reason and that a spark grew louder and louder in all of us. Something so magnetic it drew us back to fill a hole we never knew we had. Not everyone gets a second chance to relive their life’s monumental experiences and we are beyond grateful to have this opportunity once again.”
The Truth Is… will be available on vinyl for the first time ever in transparent cream orange and blue (limited to 200) and opaque pink and blue swirl (limited to 100). The record will feature bonus track “Hometown Heroes” – which was the first Major League ever recorded – as well as brand new artwork. On the record, Joyce shares:
“To have created something in your teenage and adult adolescence that continued to resonate with people fifteen years later, especially in the current revolving door of viral sensationalism just feels all the more special. I think we were always aware that the community around Major League was unique and passionate but to be nearly a decade out from our breakup and still meet people who share their stories about the band really felt like it was time to give something back that was long overdue. We’re so proud to partner with Paper and Wax and have their hands on something so special to us. Their meticulous planning and communication with us every step of the way has us ecstatic to have this be our re-introduction, so to speak.”
This is just the beginning for Major League, who return reinvigorated and ready to reconnect with the fans who have been patiently waiting. Stay tuned for more coming soon.
Robert Randolph Announces U.S. Tour and New Album ‘Preacher Kids’ Out Now
Six-time GRAMMY-nominated pedal steel guitar powerhouse Robert Randolph has announced a run of U.S. tour dates in support of his upcoming album Preacher Kids, out now via Sun Records.
Known for his high-octane live shows and genre-defying musicianship, Randolph is bringing the fire and soul of Preacher Kids to stages across the country this summer and fall.
Preacher Kids marks Randolph’s Sun Records debut and his first studio album in five years. Produced by Shooter Jennings, the record fuses his gospel-fueled Sacred Steel roots with raw Southern rock, swampy blues, and a jam-heavy spirit that comes alive on stage. Backed by a brand-new band-including guitarist Tash Neal, bassist and vocalist Jay White, and drummer Willie Barthel-Randolph has crafted a sound that’s both reverent and rebellious.
“We made this album the way we’re about to play it-live, loud, and full of soul,” says Randolph. “This tour is about connection. It’s about getting back to the magic that happens when music, energy, and people come together in a room.”
The upcoming tour promises dynamic performances of new songs like the gritty lead single “Sinner,” the blues-funk anthem “King Karma” featuring Margo Price, the soul-stirring ballad “When Will The Love Rain Down” featuring Judith Hill, and the blistering “7 Generations,” alongside Randolph’s classic fan favorites. Early singles from Preacher Kids have already set the tone for a record built to shake the room – urgent, unfiltered, and wide open.
Randolph’s resume reads like a masterclass in genre cross-pollination-collaborations with everyone from Eric Clapton and Santana to Dave Matthews Band, Norah Jones, Elton John, and Beyonce, plus performances on the Elvis movie soundtrack and as the music centerpiece of Amazon Prime’s Thursday Night Football for two years running. But it’s onstage where Randolph’s ecstatic style and Sacred Steel roots shine brightest.
Robert Randolph’s 2025 U.S. Tour Dates:
Mon October 27 – Solana Beach, CA @ Belly Up
Wed October 29 – Venice, CA @ Venice West
Fri October 31 – Lincoln, CA @ Thunder Valley Amphitheatre (w/ Steve Miller Band)
March 25-29, 2026 – Miami, FL @ Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea (Cruise Festival)