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Slug from Atmosphere on Fatherhood, Finding That Balance, and Sourdough Pancakes
On the 2011 album The Family Sign, indie-rap mainstay Atmosphere—who’d gained a devoted fan base drawn in by front man Sean “Slug” Daley’s gleefully self-lacerating tales of debauchery and depression—switched things up by showing off a more domestic side, exemplified by the pudgy hand of a baby adorning the cover. The progenitors of “emo rap”…
Listen To Young the Giant’s New Song, “Simplify”
Young the Giant just released “Simplify,” its first new song since 2016. It’s available for download and streaming right now via Elektra Records. “Everything in modern life is complicated,” explains lead singer Sameer Gadhia. “Each decision divides into possible alternatives, reflections multiplying within themselves endlessly, like a room of a thousand mirrors. We construct images…
Riot Fest Adoptable Puppy of the Week: SOL
Sol is a little stressed out right now because she’s CACC’s longest term resident. She’s came in as a stray in December 9th, and just wants to find her forever home. In her kennel, Sol is friendly and offers tail wags. She’s easy to leash up and get out, but can be strong on leash…
Smash the State in Style and Support Free Speech with this New Pussy Riot Merch
Proceeds go to Mediazona, the band’s publication, despite Putin’s best effortsDespite the fact that outwardly vocal opponents of Vladimir Putin have a nasty habit of dying or disappearing, in 2014, Moscow-based ruble-rousers Pussy Riot launched Mediazona, an independent publication dedicated to fighting the Russian President’s system, including his courts, his prison system, and his enforcement of the law enforcement in general. As we know, the…
The Riot Fest 2018 Playlist
All of these artists are playing Riot Fest 2018, Sept. 14-16 in Chicago’s Douglas Park. For tickets, more info, and all sorts of other surprises, visit riotfest.org. If you would like to listen to (almost) every band that has ever played Riot Fest, we made a playlist for you too.
“You’re gonna see some new music next year,” says Maynard James Keenan
If you say something at an awards show, it’s a legally binding contract. Therefore, we’ll be seeing some new Tool music in 2019. While accepting the Icon Award at the 16th annual Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards in London this week, Maynard James Keenan said, “I wouldn’t be here without you guys, so thank you…
Talk Therapy with Skyler McKee From Super Whatevr, A Band That’s Here to Help
“I wanna kill myself, but I’ll go read a book instead.” This is the first thing vocalist/guitarist Skyler McKee says in the Super Whatevr song, “Telelelevision.” It’s a fascinatingly-loaded, attention-grabbing Rorschach of a line. To some, the lyric might evoke an appreciative smirk, not unlike Kurt Cobain’s most bluntly-ironic bon mots. To others—especially in the wake…
A Safe Haven 5K: Run Fast, Do Good, Win Riot Fest Tickets
This July, you can help the homeless, get some exercise, and win Riot Fest tickets all at the same time. A Safe Haven Foundation will launch its 8th Annual 5K Run To End Homelessness on Saturday, July 14, at scenic Montrose Harbor in Buena Park, Chicago. Proceeds will support the foundation’s mission of supporting and guiding…