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Watch Brooklyn Cowgirl Michaela Anne Fess Up in 'Haunting' Cheater's Ballad

Cheating songs are nothing new in country music, but it’s rare that they’re told from the perspective of the woman — as the one doing the cheating. Nashville by-way-of-Brooklyn country artist Michaela Anne chooses that less common approach in her new ballad “The Haunting.” Check out the video premiere above. “‘The…… Source: RollingStone Link: Watch […]

Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley Headline Faster Horses Festival 2015

The third annual Faster Horses Festival in Brooklyn, Michigan, boasts a who’s-who list of country stars. Florida Georgia Line, Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood will headline the three-day event, set for July 17th — 19th on the grounds of the Michigan International Speedway. Also on the bill are Frankie Ballard, Kristian…… Source: RollingStone Link: Carrie […]

Ian Allen, Former Negativland Member, Dead at 56

Onetime Negativland member Ian Allen died on January 17th, a result of infections and complications following heart-valve replacement surgery at a hospital in Sanford, California. He was 56. The band reported the news on its Facebook page. A member during their 1983 album A Big 10-8 Place, Allen was part of the…… Source: RollingStone Link: Ian […]

Kid Rock Snipes at 'Piece of Sh-t' Michael Moore

Filmmakers Michael Moore and Seth Rogen’s negative comments regarding the movie American Sniper — a contender for Best Picture at the Oscars next month — have evoked a rather colorful response from self-proclaimed “American Bad Ass” Kid Rock. The musician took particular umbrage with the Bowling for Columbine director’s statement…… Source: RollingStone Link: Kid Rock […]

Jay Z Weighs in on New York Governor's Plan to Improve Police Relations

In a rare public statement, Jay Z commented on New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo’s initiative to improve relations between police and civilians, revealed in Wednesday’s State of the State speech. The rapper praised Cuomo’s initiatives, which include the recruitment of more minorities in law enforcement and an independent monitor to review…… Source: RollingStone Link: Jay Z […]

Puddle of Mudd Singer Arrested for Riding Baggage Carousel

Puddle of Mudd frontman Wes Scantlin was arrested last week at the Denver airport after embracing his inner child riding a baggage carousel, Colorado’s 9News reports. According to a report from the Denver police, Scantlin — in flagrant disregard for signs reading “keep out” and “do not ride the carousel” — was seen running…… Source: RollingStone Link: Puddle […]

HBO Stocks Two-Night Frank Sinatra Doc With Rare 1971 Footage

Oscar-winner Alex Gibney’s new, four-hour documentary on Frank Sinatra, Sinatra: All or Nothing At All, will premiere over two nights on HBO, airing at 8 p.m. ET/PT on April 5th and 6th. The film takes an in-depth look at Sinatra’s life and storied career, with Gibney utilizing hours of archived interviews, as…… Source: RollingStone Link: HBO […]

Rush Announce Dates for 'Likely Last Major Tour of This Magnitude'

After months of rumors, Rush have announced tour dates for their 40th anniversary tour. They plan on hitting 34 cities across North America, kicking off May 8th in Tulsa, Oklahoma and wrapping up August 1st in Los Angeles. “These not-to-be-missed concerts will highlight four decades of the band’s music,” the group…… Source: RollingStone Link: Rush Announce […]

Heeding musicians, New Orleans moves to ban smoking in bars

By Jonathan Kaminsky NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) – The New Orleans City Council voted on Thursday to ban smoking in the city’s bars, a move supported by several prominent local musicians who said the issue was for them a matter of workplace health. Most large U.S. cities already have such restrictions in place, anti-smoking advocates said, […]