Bill McClintock delivers a heartfelt and playful tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne by weaving “Mama I’m Coming Home” into Daryl Hall and John Oates’ holiday classic “Jingle Bell Rock”. The unlikely pairing lands with warmth and wit, blending metal soul and seasonal sparkle into something strangely moving. It is a reminder that music bends time, genres, and expectations, and that even the Prince of Darkness can find a moment under the Christmas lights.
Mashup Maestro Bill McClintock Honors Ozzy and Hall & Oates With Holiday Remix
Ska Tune Network Gives Inspector Gadget A Snakin’ Cool Upgrade
Jeremy Hunter, aka Ska Tune Network, flips the Inspector Gadget theme into a blast of brass, bounce, and pure restless energy, turning a childhood earworm into a full-body wake-up call. What starts as cartoon nostalgia quickly becomes a ska sprint, packed with punchy horns and forward motion that feels designed to shake off sleep and shake loose a little joy. It is playful, loud, and impossible to ignore, exactly the kind of musical detour that makes an ordinary day feel a bit more animated.
The White Stripes Get ReAction Figures
White Stripes fans have a new reason to celebrate with a 3.75 inch ReAction Figure two pack inspired by the striking cover art of ‘Get Behind Me Satan’. The set captures Jack and Meg White in classic red, white, and black style, with Jack sporting his iconic red suit and guitar while Meg stands ready with drumsticks in hand, quiet and commanding. Packaged on a special blistered cardback that mirrors the album’s bold minimalism, the release feels like a perfect crossover of rock history and collectible culture.
Joshua Woo Reworks Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill” In The Style Of … The Cure?
Joshua Woo takes Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill” and reframes it through the unmistakable lens of The Cure, delivering a transformation that feels both clever and deeply affectionate. From the emotive vocal phrasing inspired by Robert Smith to the atmospheric textures and melodic restraint that define the band’s sound, Woo captures the nuances with precision, creating a version that feels like an alternate universe classic rather than a novelty.
Brass Collective Brass Against Reimagine Portishead’s “Glory Box”
Trip hop classic “Glory Box” gets a bold new life as Brass Against strip the electronics away and rebuild it with blazing brass, strings, and pure atmosphere. The arrangement keeps the song’s hypnotic pull while adding cinematic weight, and Sophia Urista’s lead vocal rises with confidence and control, honoring the spirit Beth Gibbons brought to the original while making the performance unmistakably their own.
Country Rock Firebrand Joe Hermes Cranks Up “A Honky Tonk Feelin'”
Illinois country rock bruiser Joe Hermes returns with the high-octane single and video “A Honky Tonk Feelin'”, out now and built for jukeboxes, tailgates, and long nights that get away from you. Shot in his hometown bar Six Strings Club, the video leans into grit, camaraderie, and that first drink that turns into a full-blown barroom blowout, with Hermes delivering his signature raspy vocals over driving guitars and hard-hitting rhythms. Rooted in blue-collar stories, faith, and heartland pride, “A Honky Tonk Feelin'” captures Hermes at his most unapologetic and confident, pushing his gunpowder country sound forward with real momentum.
Rock Icon Duff McKagan Captures London Glory On ‘LightHouse Live’
Duff McKagan shares “Fallen Ones”, the latest highlight from his expansive live album and full-length concert film ‘LightHouse: Live From London’, out now. Recorded last October during his sold-out Lighthouse Tour ’24, the release captures McKagan and his band in peak form across a 19-track set filmed at London’s historic Islington Assembly Hall, with performances drawn from every chapter of his storied songwriting career.
The project first opened its doors with a striking live take on “Longfeather”, and the full performance builds from there, spotlighting songs from McKagan’s acclaimed solo catalogue including ‘Lighthouse’. Backed by Tim DiJulio, Jeff Fielder, Mike Squires, and Michael Musburger, with longtime collaborator Martin Feveyear handling live sound, the show carries both intimacy and force, the kind that only happens when a room and a band are fully locked in.
Alongside McKagan originals like “I Saw God on 10th St.”, “Lighthouse”, and “Chip Away”, the set moves effortlessly through inspired covers and career touchstones. Standouts include roaring versions of “I Wanna Be Your Dog”, “I Fought The Law”, and Guns N’ Roses’ “You’re Crazy”, plus unforgettable guest moments with Steve Jones on Johnny Thunders’ “Can’t Put Your Arms Around a Memory” and David Bowie’s “Heroes”, sealing the night as a singular snapshot of connection, power, and rock history in motion.
Pop Icon Ariana Grande Unveils Wicked-Inspired Fragrances
Ariana Grande unveils two limited-edition fragrances inspired by Wicked, Glinda Bubbly Pink and Elphaba Enchanted, out now ahead of the film’s cinematic conclusion. Designed as a personal tribute to her time bringing Glinda to life, the fragrances reflect the emotional heart of the story, capturing the contrast between light and shadow, innocence and power, and the evolving bond between two unforgettable characters.
Each scent carries its own identity, with Glinda Bubbly Pink offering a bright, effervescent blend grounded in warmth, while Elphaba Enchanted leans into darker, layered notes rooted in mystery and strength. Housed in sculptural bottles inspired by the characters’ iconic looks, the duo extends Wicked beyond the screen, inviting fans to connect with its magic through memory, emotion, and imagination.
Experimental Metal Visionary Igorrr Unleashes “DAEMONI” From ‘AMEN’
French multi-instrumentalist and producer Gautier Serre continues to defy expectation under the name Igorrr with the release of “DAEMONI”, a striking new video drawn from the unclassifiable album ‘AMEN’, out now. Marking 20 years of pushing sound into strange and thrilling places, the record blends extreme metal, baroque textures, and electronic chaos, amplified by guest appearances from Scott Ian, Trey Spruance, and Mike Leon. “DAEMONI” leans fully into ritual and atmosphere, translating Serre’s vision of light and darkness into sound, ceremony, and raw emotional force that feels as unsettling as it is vivid.
Roots Rock Storytellers Dewey Kincade And The Navigators Return
Dewey Kincade and The Navigators release their new full-length album ‘The Dark Ages’, out now, a 14-song journey that moves freely from funk-driven openers like “Tied to the Rhythm” to the warm country glow of “I Can’t Get to Sleep” and the hopeful sendoff of “Up Around the Bend”. Produced by Andrew McKenna Lee, the record reflects Kincade’s wide-ranging musical life and hard-earned perspective, embracing horns, pedal steel, stacked vocals, and vintage soul while reaffirming the power of sitting with a complete album from start to finish.