- Grammy-nominated and 5x Latin Grammy-nominated & Latin music powerhouse Ángela Aguilar announces her US headlining Corazón Libre Tour today. The tour will see Ángela bring to life her critically acclaimed new Nadie Se Va Cómo Llegó to life for the first time. The trek follows Ángela’s two headlining shows at the legendary Hollywood Bowl on August 15th and 16th and will kick off November 1st in Murat Theatre, Indianapolis, and wraps December 13th in Las Vegas at The Pearl.
- In celebration, she shares the music video for her moving track “No Quiero Hablar” featuring Marc Anthony. Directed by Marianela Knaus, the video captures the staggering talent of both Ángela and Marc front and center on the main stage coming together to bring to life a tender story of human relationships and their complexities. The collaboration was born from their own close friendship and mutual respect for each other as artists.
- In addition, Ángela will donate $1 from each ticket sold and a portion of meet and greets on this tour to The National Day Laborers Organizing Network (NDLON) who Ángela has been working with to support and help amplify their very crucial work of improving the lives of day laborers, migrants and low-wage workers. NDLON aspires to live in a world of diverse communities where day laborers live with full rights and responsibilities in an environment of mutual respect, peace, harmony, and justice. Find more info about NDLON’S work HERE.
- With a colossal near 7 billion total global streams and back-to-back hit songs under her belt at just 21 years of age, Ángela enters her global arena as one of the most influential young artists in Latin music and the biggest female artist in all regional Mexican music.
- *Offer is only valid for Live Nation dates.
- CORAZÓN LIBRE TOUR DATES:
- Oct 24 – Newark, NJ @ Ritz Theatre
- Oct 26 – Reading, PA @ Santander Performing Art Center
- *Nov 1 – Indianapolis, IN @ Murat Theatre at Old National Centre
- *Nov 2 – Chicago, IL @ The Auditorium
- *Nov 6 – Dallas, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
- *Nov 7 – San Antonio, TX @ Majestic Theatre
- *Nov 8 – Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
- Nov 9 – Oklahoma @ The Criterion
- Nov 14 – Raleigh, NC @ Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
- Nov 15 – Atlanta, GA @ Atlanta Coliseum
- Nov 16 – Charlotte, NC @ Ovens Auditorium
- *Nov 20 – Tucson, AZ @ The Linda Ronstadt Music Hall
- *Nov 21 – El Paso, TX @ Plaza Theatre
- *Nov 23 – Denver, CO @ Paramount Theatre
- *Dec 6 – San Jose, CA @ San Jose Civic
- *Dec 12 – San Diego, CA @ The Magnolia
- *Dec 13 – Las Vegas, NV @ Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort
- *These Dates are promoted by Live Nation
- Nadie Se Va Cómo Llegó captures Ángela like we’ve never seen or heard her before as she takes on the global stage with a bold renewed sense of self. The album signals a new era artistically and personally, one that sonically introduces modern new sounds to the rich Mariachi style that has raised her. It sees Ángela incorporating new sounds that most wouldn’t expect from the young singer such as cumbia, tumbado, pop and beyond, all brilliantly interwoven into a rich foundation of Mariachi music that will always remain essential to Ángela, keeping her Mexican heritage and the immense pride she has for her community front and center.
- Working to empower a new generation of female talent as she steps into the role of executive producer for the first time, the album is largely written by a collection of Mexican female writers and creatives per Ángela’s design, rooting the project on the boundless strength of women and as well as her own reemergence. Thematically, the album embodies the brimming transformative power inside of her for a collection of songs about love, empowerment, and a celebration of womanhood as she reveals her own journey of coming into her own as a woman.
- The accomplished 21-year-old Mexican-American singer and songwriter Ángela reigns firmly as the most prominent female artist within the Regional Mexican genre today, a space that remains largely dominated by men. With nearly over 7 billion streams across her catalogue, including her breakout hit “Qué Agonía” with beloved Mexican singer Yuridia most recently reached a staggering 1 billion streams to date, the young artist has impressively redefined the Regional Mexican genre with her staggering voice, unparalleled talent, and captivating magnetism that has captured the hearts of millions around the world. Ángela has accomplished astronomical feats and broken records throughout 10 years of honing her craft as a dazzling performer and skilled musician through sold out tours, a slew of critically acclaimed projects and breakout collaborations with artists such as Becky G and Steve Aoki. Ángela has already received a Grammy nomination (Primero Soy Mexicana for Best Album of Music Regional Mexicana) and multiple Latin Grammy nominations (Best New Artist and Best Ranchero/Mariachi Album for her two albums, Primero Soy Mexicana and Mexicana Enamorada), with her latest being in 2024 for the category Album of the Year for her project Bolero. She has become one of the youngest artists nominated for Grammy and Latin Grammy nominations. She has also received awards and nominations for various entities such as the People’s Choice Awards, Premios Lo Nuestro Awards, Premios Juventud and the iHeartRadio Music Awards. There is no doubt that Ángela is a force to be reckoned with not only within Latin music but also in the larger music arena on a global scale, and this is just the start for the young phenom.
Ángela Aguilar Announces US Headlining Libre Corazón Tour For Fall 2025
Live Nation and KultureCity Launch Largest Sensory Accessibility Partnership in Live Entertainment
- Live Nation is proud to announce a major partnership with KultureCity, the leading nonprofit dedicated to sensory accessibility and acceptance, as part of its ongoing commitment to creating more inclusive fan experiences. Through this collaboration, 25 Live Nation-operated venues across the U.S. and Canada have now been certified as Sensory Inclusive, setting a new standard for hospitality and accessibility in live entertainment.
- Each venue in the partnership has received KultureCity’s Sensory Inclusive Certification, which includes:
- Sensory Training: Crew members are trained to recognize and support the needs of fans who may think or process things differently.
- Sensory Bags: Reusable bags filled with items to reduce sensory overload and enhance comfort for fans of all ages.
- Venue Signage: Clear indicators for quiet zones, sensory bag pickup locations, and other helpful guidance.
- KultureCity App Integration: Allows individuals to find certified venues and prepare ahead of events.
- Fans can look out for signage directing them to sensory bags, headphone zones, and designated quiet areas. These resources are available at no cost for individuals or families who may need them during their visit. Live Nation crew have dedicated team members focused on accessibility and inclusion, ensuring fans receive the support they need throughout their experience.
- “We’re committed to making sure fans feel welcome at our venues and we’re extremely proud of this certification,” said Karl Adams, Head of Venue Operations for Live Nation. “Thanks to our partnership with KultureCity, our venues are taking a new approach to hospitality and improving fan experience.”
- “This is the largest partnership of its kind in live entertainment, which means that fans with sensory processing needs have access to more live music than ever before,” said KultureCity Executive Director Uma Srivastava. “By partnering with Live Nation, we are scaling our impact and redefining what it means to create inclusive spaces.”
- Live Nation and KultureCity first teamed up to certify a pilot group of venues. After receiving positive fan feedback about the program, the partnership significantly expands this summer, with additional venues joining the Sensory Inclusive™ program—bringing the total to 25 certified venues. With an eye to the future, Live Nation will certify an additional nine indoor venues this Fall.
- Participating venues include:
- Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront* – Richmond, VA
- Archer Music Hall – Allentown, PA
- Ascend Amphitheater – Nashville, TN
- Budweiser Stage – Toronto, ON
- Byline Aragon Ballroom – Chicago, IL
- Cascades Amphitheater – Ridgefield, WA
- Coca-Cola Amphitheater* – Birmingham, AL
- Freedom Mortgage Pavilion* – Camden, NJ
- Hollywood Casino Amphitheater* – Maryland Heights, MO
- Jiffy Lube Live – Bristow, VA
- Leader Bank Pavilion – Boston, MA
- The Mann Center for the Performing Arts** – Philadelphia, PA
- MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre* – Tampa, FL
- MGM Music Hall at Fenway – Boston, MA
- North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre* – Chula Vista, CA
- PNC Music Pavilion* – Charlotte, NC
- Red Hat Amphitheater* – Raleigh, NC
- Rogers Stadium* – Toronto, ON
- Ruoff Music Center – Noblesville, IN
- Broadview Stage at SPAC* – Saratoga Springs, NY
- Shoreline Amphitheatre* – Mountain View, CA
- The Dome* – Virginia Beach, VA
- Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater* – Virginia Beach, VA
- Vibrant Music Hall – Waukee, IA
- Xfinity Center – Mansfield, MA
- *New certified venues for the 2025 concert season
- **An independently owned and operated Live Nation Partner
Disney Assembles the Ultimate Superhero Landing Compilation — Because Even Heroes Need a Signature Pose
Disney’s new compilation of Marvel’s superhero landings is pure cinematic joy. Each pose tells its own story — dramatic, powerful, and just a little self-aware. And thanks to Yelena Belova, we’ll never unsee the hair whip again.
Jason Sinay Honors Neil Young with Soulful Take on “Cortez the Killer” Ahead of His Double Album ‘The Mountain’
Renowned guitarist Jason Sinay has released his captivating rendition of Neil Young’s iconic “Cortez the Killer”, offering a fresh perspective on the classic track. Sinay is known for his work with Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs, as co-founding member, Keith Richards, Jackson Browne, and a slew of others, including the aforementioned Young, himself.
In a recent Guitar World piece, Jason admitted that he was starstruck when Young asked him to play. “I looked out into the audience and saw Neil Young sitting in the middle – I froze.”
“Cortez the Killer,” a staple in Neil Young’s discography since its release on the 1975 album Zuma, is known for its historical references, evocative imagery, and soaring guitar work. Sinay’s version promises to honor the original while imbuing it with his unique artistry and style. Fans can anticipate a powerful and insightful take on a song that has resonated with audiences for decades.
The Mountain, Sinay’s long-awaited double album, is finally set for release October 24th. The album’s first disc features a full band A list players, with Sinay on vocals and guitar, Bruce Watson on guitar, Phil Parlapiano on keys, mandolin and squeezebox, Doug Livingston on pedal steel, Lance Morrison or Mike Mennell on bass, and Matt Laug or Herman Matthews on drums. In addition to the full arrangements, Mountain will feature a special “second side,” which reprises the entire program in a stripped down, acoustic format.
Darren Kiely Shares Heartfelt New Single “Married On My Phone” and Emotional Music Video
Free Flight Records artist Darren Kiely just released a brand new track entitled “Married On My Phone” along with an official music video for the song.
The track puts a modern twist on the concept of struggling to move on from a past relationship, with the narrator reflecting on the gut-wrenching feeling of stumbling upon photos of his ex on her wedding day. Kiely penned the relatable track with Joe Fox, Brad Rempel, and Femke Weidema.
The captivating video shows Kiely in several shots, ranging from a lush but melancholy setting in the woods to the pouring down rain, with the variety of scenes representing the many emotions explored in the song.
38 Special Mark 50 Years with New Album ‘Milestone’ and a Fresh Shot of Southern Rock Fire
Today, 38 Special, the classic southern rock band behind worldwide hits such as “Hold On Loosely” and “Caught Up In You,” have announced their new album Milestone out now. In celebration of the band’s 50th anniversary, their first new music in over 20 years features guests and co-writes with Pat Monahan (Train) and Randy Bachman (Bachman Turner-Overdrive / The Guess Who), and longtime collaborator Jim Peterik (Survivor, Sammy Hagar, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Cheap Trick).
Along with the announcement, 38 Special shared the lilting lead single, and accompanying music video, “All I Haven’t Said” which nods to the melody-driven bands that came before them.
“That’s my throwback to the ’60s, inspired by bands like the Searchers,” says frontman and co-founder Don Barnes who produced the album alongside Peterik. “I’ve always loved that jangling guitar sound and what’s old is new again. We just inject more power guitars to it.”
50 years together. 20 million albums sold. More than 15 albums of guitar-driven southern rock, stacked high with hits like “Hold On Loosely,” “Caught Up In You,” “If I’d Been The One,” “Back Where You Belong,” and “Second Chance.” 38 Special is proof that there’s strength in numbers.
Formed in 1974 the band toured tirelessly from the start, sharpening the explosive live show that’s been 38 Special’s calling card for a half-century. Along the way the Florida natives fine-tuned their sound too: a blend of muscle and melody, filled with the arena-rock pop hooks that would soon become staples of FM radio. As 38 Special enters its sixth decade together, the music continues with Milestone. Fueled up on snarling guitars, anthemic melodies, and the desire to break new ground, they update their sound for the 2020s, bridging the gap between past and present without forgetting their rock & roll roots.
“After all this time, we wanted to create a more modern 38 Special album,” says Barnes. “This is a fresh, updated approach to the sound we’ve been making together for so long. Why not make a big statement after all these years? When you’re reintroducing yourself to the world, ‘good enough’ doesn’t work anymore. If you’re gonna do it, you might as well go big.”
To revisit — and reimagine — the tightly-constructed sound that turned 38 Special into platinum-selling artists, the band turned to an old friend. Decades earlier, they’d struck up a partnership with Jim Peterik, founder of the band Survivor. Sitting around his kitchen table in 1980, Barnes and Peterik co-wrote “Hold On Loosely” with 38 Special’s original guitarist Jeff Carlisi. One year later the same trio wrote “Caught Up In You.” Those songs became defining songs not only of a decade, but of an entire genre, and Milestone gave the band a chance to work with Peterik once again.
“Jim is such a brilliant musician,” Barnes says. “He wrote ‘Eye Of The Tiger,’ ‘Heavy Metal’ for Sammy Hagar, and all of the Survivor hits. He literally wrote the book on songwriting; it’s called Songwriting For Dummies. He’s been my co-writer brother for decades and is a lifelong friend.”
Between their cross-country tour dates, 38 Special began recording Milestone at the Atlanta-area studio of Will Turpin, longtime bassist for Collective Soul. They worked quickly, all five musicians playing together in real time, capturing each song in a series of live-in-the-studio performances. Overdubs took place at Peterik’s home studio — “I’d be singing final harmonies in the vocal booth with a car and driver outside waiting to take me to the airport so I could fly to another show,” Barnes remembers — and mixing was completed by Johnny K, the hard-rock legend behind albums by Disturbed, Plain White T’s, and Megadeth.
Barnes has been putting in the work ever since he formed 38 Special in Jacksonville, Florida, joining forces with co-founder Donnie Van Zant — the younger brother of Lynyrd Skynyrd frontman Ronnie Van Zant — as well a talented vocalist who left 38 special’s lineup in 2013 due to inner-ear nerve damage. The group had dedicated themselves to the long, steady climb from small clubs to big arenas.
“Now, I have to say…some of the ‘new’ members have been here over 30 years and they are my brothers, too,” Barnes explains. “We’ve built our mission out of sheer stamina and fortitude, and after all this time together, we’ve learned that if we’re gonna do something, we should fiercely go at it and do it the best we possibly can. That’s why we worked so hard on Milestone. It’s paying respect to that history. Every song is diverse. We have in-your-face rockers and introspective moments. We go back and forth, over and over. It’s a great ride.”
Milestone Tracklist:
1. So Much So Right (D. Barnes / J. Peterik)
2. Slightly Controversial feat. Pat Monahan (D. Barnes/B. Capps/R. Wilson)
3. All I Haven’t Said (C. Barnes/D. Barnes/J. Peterik)
4. The Main Thing (D.Barnes/J. Peterik)
5. Long Long Train (D.Barnes, R. Bachman)
6. Looking For My Life (D. Barnes, J. Peterik)
7. Making Up For Lost Time (D. Barnes, J. Peterik)
8. Windows of Memories (D. Barnes, J. Peterik)
9. The Look (J. Peterik)
Tour Dates:
October 16 – New Brunswick, NJ – State Theatre New Jersey
October 17 – Glenside, PA – Keswick Theatre
October 18 – Charles Town, WV – Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
November 13 – Ivins, UT – Tuacahn Amphitheatre
November 14 – Chandler, AZ – Gila River Resorts & Casinos (Wild Horse Pass)
Nirvana (UK) Illuminate the Swinging Sixties with 12-Disc Retrospective ‘The Show Must Go On’
Nirvana were essentially the duo of Irishman Patrick Campbell-Lyons and Greek Alex Spyropoulos – two immigrants who, following a chance meeting during the summer of 1966, became an integral part of the very fabric that was Swinging London. Crafting a visionary sound that moved beyond the confines of 1960s pop into baroque, psych and proto-Prog territory, Nirvana’s story remains a wonderful tale of artistic ambition.
The Show Must Go On: The Complete Collection is a definitive 12-CD compendium that encompasses the complete studio recordings of Nirvana across 8 studio albums, all with newly remastered audio, as well as 3 additional discs of rare outtakes, demos, and other rarities. Some of the gems located on the bonus discs include the 1971 Vertigo label single ‘The Saddest Day of My Life’ and an alternative version of a 1973 Patrick Campbell-Lyons single ‘Everyone Should Fly A Kite’.
As well as the 12 CDs, The Show Must Go On: The Complete Collection also includes a beautiful 90-page hardback book that offers an intimate and detailed exploration of Nirvana’s history, their creative evolution, and their indelible cultural footprint. Within its pages are interwoven with exclusive interviews featuring founding members Patrick Campbell-Lyons and Alex Spyropoulos, revealing their personal narratives, inspirations, and experiences crafting music during an era of profound experimentation and change. The book is further enriched by previously unseen photographs by Gered Mankowitz and archival materials that vividly capture the essence and atmosphere of the band’s creative zenith.
This limited edition, one-time pressing presents the CDs in mini-LP sleeves featuring original artwork, all elegantly contained within a deluxe heavy lift-off lid box.
79 Facts About Diane Keaton
Diane Keaton passed away today at age 79, leaving behind a legacy that shaped film, fashion, and storytelling forever. Few stars glowed with the warmth, wit, and originality of Diane Keaton. Across five decades, she lit up Hollywood — from The Godfather to Annie Hall — with a voice, a style, and a spirit that were entirely her own. Here are 79 facts celebrating her extraordinary life and legacy.
- Diane Keaton was born Diane Hall on January 5, 1946, in Los Angeles, California.
- She was the eldest of four children raised in Santa Ana, California.
- Her mother, Dorothy Deanne Keaton, was a homemaker and amateur photographer.
- Her father, John Newton Ignatius Hall, was a real estate broker and civil engineer.
- Keaton’s mother once won the “Mrs. Los Angeles” pageant for homemakers.
- Watching her mother perform inspired Diane to pursue acting.
- She graduated from Santa Ana High School in 1963.
- At school, she starred as Blanche DuBois in A Streetcar Named Desire.
- She studied at Santa Ana College before transferring to Orange Coast College.
- Diane left college after a year to chase her acting dreams in New York City.
- She trained at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre.
- She studied the Meisner technique of acting.
- Upon joining the Actors’ Equity Association, she adopted her mother’s maiden name, Keaton.
- She chose the name to avoid confusion with another actress named Diane Hall.
- Keaton briefly sang in New York nightclubs early in her career.
- In 1968, she joined the original Broadway cast of Hair.
- She became known for refusing to appear nude in Hair’s finale.
- The decision earned her respect and attention on Broadway.
- In 1969, she starred in Woody Allen’s play Play It Again, Sam.
- Her performance earned her a Tony Award nomination.
- Diane made her film debut in Lovers and Other Strangers (1970).
- She appeared on TV shows like Love, American Style and Night Gallery.
- In 1972, she portrayed Kay Adams-Corleone in The Godfather.
- Francis Ford Coppola cast her for her offbeat charm and originality.
- The film won the 1972 Academy Award for Best Picture.
- She reprised her role in The Godfather Part II (1974).
- She later returned for The Godfather Part III (1990).
- Her collaborations with Woody Allen shaped her early career.
- She starred in Sleeper (1973) and Love and Death (1975).
- Her breakout came with Annie Hall in 1977.
- “Annie Hall” earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress.
- The character was partly based on Keaton herself.
- Her real last name, Hall, inspired the film’s title.
- Her Annie Hall wardrobe sparked a global fashion trend.
- She often wore vintage men’s clothing, ties, and fedoras.
- Her look made her a 1970s fashion icon.
- Time magazine called her “the funniest woman now working in films.”
- That same year, she starred in Looking for Mr. Goodbar.
- Looking for Mr. Goodbar showed her powerful dramatic range.
- In 1981, she starred as journalist Louise Bryant in Reds.
- Reds earned her a second Oscar nomination.
- She co-starred with and dated Warren Beatty during Reds.
- Critics praised her performance as one of her finest.
- In 1982, she starred in Shoot the Moon opposite Albert Finney.
- Pauline Kael called her work in Shoot the Moon “revelatory.”
- She starred in Crimes of the Heart (1986) with Jessica Lange and Sissy Spacek.
- In 1987, she led Baby Boom, playing a career woman turned mother.
- Baby Boom marked her first collaboration with Nancy Meyers.
- That year, she directed Heaven, a documentary about the afterlife.
- She began directing music videos for Belinda Carlisle.
- Keaton directed an episode of Twin Peaks.
- She made her feature directorial debut with Unstrung Heroes (1995).
- She returned to comedy with Father of the Bride (1991).
- She reprised the role in Father of the Bride Part II (1995).
- In 1993, she reunited with Woody Allen for Manhattan Murder Mystery.
- She earned another Golden Globe nomination for the role.
- In 1996, she starred in The First Wives Club with Goldie Hawn and Bette Midler.
- The First Wives Club grossed over $100 million worldwide.
- That same year, she starred in Marvin’s Room alongside Meryl Streep.
- Marvin’s Room earned Keaton her third Oscar nomination.
- In 2003, she starred in Something’s Gotta Give opposite Jack Nicholson.
- The role brought her a fourth Oscar nomination.
- Something’s Gotta Give became a box-office hit and fan favorite.
- She starred as the matriarch in The Family Stone (2005).
- Her performance earned her a Satellite Award nomination.
- In 2016, she voiced Jenny, Dory’s mother, in Finding Dory.
- The Pixar film grossed over $1 billion worldwide.
- She co-starred in Book Club (2018) alongside Jane Fonda and Candice Bergen.
- Book Club became her biggest hit since Something’s Gotta Give.
- Diane was also a successful producer and director.
- She produced Gus Van Sant’s Elephant (2003), about a school shooting.
- Keaton published several books of photography and memoirs.
- Her 2011 memoir Then Again was inspired by her mother’s journals.
- She followed it with Let’s Just Say It Wasn’t Pretty (2014).
- Her final memoir, Brother & Sister (2020), explored family and memory.
- She was an active preservationist, restoring historic L.A. architecture.
- Keaton received the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2017.
- She earned the Film Society of Lincoln Center Gala Tribute in 2007.
- Diane Keaton passed away today in California at age 79, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, strength, and endless style.
Diane Keaton taught generations that brilliance could be quiet, joyful, and defiantly original. She made every scene her own — and in doing so, made Hollywood a little braver, and a lot more human.
Goldfinger and Mark Hoppus Team Up for the Pop-Punk Power Surge “Freaking Out a Bit”
Goldfinger released a high-energy pop-punk track “Freaking Out a Bit” featuring blink-182 frontman Mark Hoppus. Out now via Big Noise, the summer anthem explores themes of anxiety, digital-age burnout, and nostalgia delivered with a perfect blend of Goldfinger and blink-182’s signature sounds.
Frontman of Goldfinger, John Feldmann shared his thoughts on the track: “Freaking Out a Bit is a song I wrote with Travis Barker and Mark Hoppus… I had the concept for a song and a chorus, and they came in and brought it to life! Mark wrote the best verses, and Travis turned the beat around in the bridge, which gave it a whole new life of its own. Those guys are some of my best friends and I love them. So grateful I got to do this song with them I’m so glad it’s finally coming out!”
Renowned producer and frontman John Feldmann has been a driving creative force behind modern pop-punk’s resurgence playing a major role in shaping the sound of a new generation of artists under his label and production wing. As long-time friends and collaborators, John and Mark have been making hits together since blink-182’s Grammy-nominated seventh studio album California (2016). This new single is the latest addition to their growing discography.
With a career spanning nearly three decades, Goldfinger has been a pillar in the ska-punk and pop-punk movements since the mid-90s. Known for breakout hits like “Superman” and “99 Red Balloons” and their electrifying live shows, the band continues to evolve while staying true to their roots.
Minus the Bear Celebrate 20 Years of ‘Menos el Oso’ with Demos, Memories, and a Full-Circle Reunion
The twentieth anniversary deluxe reissue of Minus the Bear’s seminal 2005 album Menos el Oso is out now via Suicide Squeeze Records, and today they’re excited to share for the first time “The Pig War (Demo),” an early version of what would become one of the most emotionally evocative, nostalgia-tinged cuts on the record.
Speaking on the song, the band’s vocalist Jake Snider says “The music for the song had a melancholy, rolling feel leading me to nostalgic memories of being on Wescott Bay on San Juan Island, a few hours trip north of Seattle. The lyrics are more an impression of the place than a narrative; a longing for the simplicity of being there. It’s cool to hear the contrast between the rougher edges of the demo against the album track’s more polished flow.”
This unreleased version follows on the heels of the recently released demo of fan-favorite album cut “Hooray.” Last week, the band revealed the supporting acts for their fall tour celebrating twenty years of the album.
The 2xLP release includes a remastered version of the original album on one 12″ and 5 unreleased original demos on the second 12″, including the demo versions of “The Pig War” and “Hooray,” available to stream now for the first time. Side B of disc two features an etching by bassist Cory Murchy. The reissue also includes Los Archivos Del Oso, a 24-page archive photo journal from the band’s personal collection.
Speaking on the reissue, Snider says “…Oso is a band and fan favorite. We came into our sound on this record. I’m excited for fans to hear these demos for the first time! Revisiting demos and hearing the evolution of some of these tracks puts me right back in our early 2000s practice space. And now we’re literally back in that same practice space for rehearsals. It’s wild!”