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Green Day have taken a shot at former United States president Donald Trump during their performance at New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.During the band’s set at Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve – hosted by Ryan Seacrest – the band’s lead singer, Billie Joe Armstrong, altered the lyric “I’m not a part of a redneck agenda” to become “I’m not a part of the MAGA agenda”.The song, originally written as a diss against George W. Bush, now incorporates a mention of Trump’s presidential rally slogan, “Make America Great Again” (MAGA).Watch a clip of the moment below."I'm not a part of the MAGA agenda…" -Green Day on New Year's #RockinEve tonight.

a source of psychic strain and emotional damage. Still, crippling carols and all, Christmas music is an enduring piece of our national landscape. In the words of Post columnist Rich Lowry: “American tastes have drastically changed over the decades, yet our Christmas songbook has remained largely the same.

Sublime with Rome have announced that they will part ways at the end of next year.The news of their split comes after the surviving members of Sublime – Eric Wilson (bass) and Bud Gaugh (drums) – reunited to play a set with late singer Bradley Nowell’s son, Jakob, last Monday night (December 11).Held at the Teragram Ballroom in Los Angeles, the gig was part of a benefit for Bad Brains frontman H.R.Now, as confirmed in a new press release, frontman Rome Ramirez has announced his upcoming departure from the line-up – effectively bringing an end to the band.“After almost two remarkable decades, I am announcing my departure from Sublime with Rome at the close of 2024,” the statement began (via Consequence). He went on to confirm that the band will perform their previously announced run of tour dates, and following their completion he will have some solo music on the horizon.“The upcoming performances over the next year will allow us to reflect on countless incredible memories together.

Misfits, has died aged 69.The news was announced on social media by Zach Rector, a friend of Martinez’s. No cause of death has been given.“Going to miss you Brother Manny Martinez” he wrote, also calling him “a true living legend” and “a student of Buddy Rich”.He continued: “I remember Manny telling me Multiple occasions of Buddy bringing up his chops while coming up, & his stories of his family’s notorious bar …An Original MISFITS period.” Rector added that Martinez was an “all around stand up guy,” often checking in with the renovation of his house built in 1872.“More than just a musician, artist & carpenter…he was my friend,” he finished.

The Offspring have announced a concert celebrating the 30th anniversary of their 1994 full-length, ‘Smash’.Yesterday (December 11), the punk titans took to social media to announce the gig, which will take place in their native Orange County at the Honda Center on Saturday, June 1, 2024. They will perform ‘Smash’ in its entirety, in addition to “all the hits”.

the iconic New York rock club that started a music moment five decades ago.In fact, the all-female act made themselves so at home at the East Village institution that they once played in their pajamas at a benefit gig — with a loaded lineup including Patti Smith, Elvis Costello and CBGB house band Mink DeVille — after club owner Hilly Kristal kept pushing their set time back.“We used to use the Ramones’ loft around the corner [at 6 East 2nd St., now known as Joey Ramone Place] as our dressing room because it was horrible at CBGB,” Ross told The Post.“So we went over to the Ramones loft, and we changed into our pajamas. And we wore these pink flannel pajamas and cowboy boots back over to CBGB’s, and we brought pillows.

Pussy Riot is being developed. Pussy Riot co-founder Nadya Tolokonnikova has reportedly reached a deal with STX Entertainment to develop the “limited scripted series”, which will be based on her upcoming memoir.Per a Deadline Hollywood report, Tolokonnikova shared via a press release her intentions behind producing the show, expressing her ambition to “inspire a new generation of rebels”.

The Murder Capital covered The Pogues‘ ‘I’m A Man You Don’t Meet Every Day’ in tribute to Shane MacGowan during a recent live performance in Ireland.The Dublin punk group were performing as part of Other Voices Festival on Friday (December 1) at St James’ Church in Dingle when they remembered the late Pogues frontman, who died last week, aged 65.The five-piece performed an a cappella version of The Pogues’ 1985 song from album ‘Rum Sodomy & the Lash’, only occasionally using the sparse rattle of a tambourine for the haunting rendition.Frontman James McGovern asked the crowd to “join us if you know it”, before performing their version of the song. “Love you, Shane,” he said as they closed out the set.A post shared by The Murder Capital (@themurdercapital)The Murder Capital are the latest band to pay musical tribute to the late Irish singer-songwriter.U2 covered The Pogues’ ‘A Rainy Night in Soho’ in tribute to MacGowan during their latest show at the Las Vegas Sphere.

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Gogol Bordello have joined forces with Bernard Sumner to share a cover of punk classic ‘Solidarity’. Check it out below.The new release sees the American rock band team up with the New Order member to deliver a cover of the thought-provoking ‘70s track ‘Solidarity’ – originally recorded by punk veterans Angelic Upstarts.When it was first recorded, the song was written in support of the anti-Communist Solidarity movement in 1980s Poland, and went on to be the band’s most famous hit.

Killing Joke’s Youth has spoken out about the loss of his friend and bandmate Geordie Walker, who died yesterday (November 26).The guitarist, whose full name is Kevin “Geordie” Walker, was confirmed as having passed in an update shared by former Killing Joke drummer Martin Atkins. Shared in a Facebook update, he posted a video of The Damage Manual’s ‘Laugh Track’ – a supergroup of which they were also both a part of – with the caption “gutted”. He also wrote in the comments section: “Geordie has passed.”The band then released a statement later that evening, writing that they were “devastated” by the news.

Anti-Flag frontman Justin Sane is being sued by a woman for sexual assault.In a lawsuit filed in New York on Wednesday (November 22) and obtained by Rolling Stone, Kristina Sarhadi, a New York holistic therapist and health coach, is suing Sane – real name Justin Geever – and the band’s distribution company for an unspecified amount.In a statement, Sarhadi has said: “Justin Geever used his platform as a celebrated, self-proclaimed ‘punk rock star’ to groom and lure vulnerable girls into feeling safe in his presence.”“While he sang about protecting women and standing up to abusers, it appears he was hiding an addiction to power and control, harming countless women who have been unable to speak up before now. Today I hope to encourage his survivors, and survivors of other predators in the music industry, to feel hope again.”Neither Geever nor his former bandmates have responded to requests for comment.The lawsuit alleges that Geever invited Sarhadi into his motel room and restrained and strangled her, before forcing her to perform oral sex on him.

Tom Waits is set to join Iggy Pop for a rare interview, which will span two hours on BBC 6 Music.The discussion will mark one of the first new interviews the iconic American singer-songwriter has taken part in during recent years, and will see him co-host a special show with punk veteran Iggy Pop.Taking place on Sunday, December 3, the show will air on BBC Radio 6 Music between 4pm and 6pm. It will also see the two converse about their time in the music industry, share anecdotes from their personal lives and spin some of the famous tracks that have influenced them over the years.These songs include ‘Bangkok’ by Alex Chiltern, ‘Bye Bye Butterfly’ by Pauline Oliveros, ‘Moon River’ by Frank Ocean and ‘Colorado Kool-Aid’ by Johnny Paycheck, as well as the first spoken word song that Waits heard on the radio, and a couple of noteworthy TV theme tunes from the ‘60s.In between records, Waits will share stories with Iggy Pop, including how he hitched a ride towards Los Angeles with Eden Ahbez – the songwriter who composed ‘Nature Boy’, which became a hit for Nat King Cole.Iggy Pop is also set to share some anecdotes of his own too, such as the time he came across Captain Beefheart eating breakfast in L.A., but was wise enough not to disturb him.Waits has rarely stepped into the public eye to discuss his music career since he released his last studio album, ‘Bad As Me’ back in 2011.Since the release over a decade ago, Waits also celebrated the 50th anniversary of his 1973 debut LP ‘Closing Time’ buy sharing a new vinyl reissue.He played one of his last live shows back in 2008, taking place in a tent venue in Dublin named the Rat Cellar.

The Damned have announced a 2024 UK tour and the return of their ’80s line-up featuring drummer Rat Scabies.The band – comprising David Vanian, Captain Sensible, Rat Scabies and Paul Gray – will perform 12 shows across the UK next year, marking the first time the line-up has played together in 35 years.The tour will open at Newcastle’s NX on December 4, followed by dates in Manchester, Nottingham, Bristol, Cambridge and more, before closing out the run at London’s Roundhouse on December 18.Tickets will go on general sale this Friday (November 24) at 10am GMT from here. A pre-sale will also go live on Thursday (November 23) which fans can sign up for here.A post shared by The Damned (@thedamnedofficial)Rat Scabies will rejoin the band for tours, festivals and more in 2024, who quipped in a press statement: “Be careful what you wish for.’”Audiences will be able to expect songs from ‘Machine Gun Etiquette’, ‘The Black Album’ and ‘Strawberries’, along with favourite tracks like ‘Neat Neat Neat’, ‘New Rose’ and more.Find the full tour schedule below.DECEMBER4 – Newcastle, NX5 – Glasgow, Barrowlands6 – Manchester, Academy8 – Leeds, O2 Academy9 – Nottingham, Rock City10 – Wolverhampton, Civic at The Halls12 – Bristol, Beacon13 – Southampton, O2 Guildhall14 – Eastbourne, Winter Garden16 – Cambridge, Corn Exchange18 – London, Roundhouse47 years after the release of their debut, ‘Damned Damned Damned’, The Damned released their twelfth studio album ‘Darkadelic‘ earlier this year.Elsewhere, The Damned’s Captain Sensible recently spoke about his relationship with Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister, and how the late bassist “saved” the band.

Bikini Kill have announced details of a UK and Europe tour to take place next summer.The riot grrrl pioneers will play a series of eleven shows in June, including a headline set at London’s Roundhouse on June 12. Tickets go on general sale at midday on Friday (November 17).

Pussy Riot have brought a giant inflatable vulva to the Indiana State Capitol while protesting for abortion rights.READ MORE: Who are Pussy Riot? A guide to the Russian activist group who crashed the World Cup FinalShe continued: “Art is like a magic wand; it’s a very special instrument. Resist, organise, find like-minded people.

Mannequin Pussy have shared their latest single ‘Sometimes’, along with dates for a 2024 North American tour.‘Sometimes’ is the third single to be released from the band’s forthcoming fourth studio album ‘I Got Heaven’. The track follows ‘I Don’t Know You‘ and the lead single ‘I Got Heaven‘.

Sleaford Mods frontman Jason Williamson has clarified his stance on the Israel-Hamas war after the band recently cut short a concert in Madrid.The duo were playing at La Riviera in the Spanish capital earlier this month but decided to end the show early, after a Palestinian scarf was repeatedly thrown onstage.The band subsequently addressed the situation on X, formerly Twitter, Williamson writing: “Don’t be asking me to pick sides for something I ain’t got any real idea about, at a gig. I’m a singer.

Kid Kapichi have unveiled details of a new album with their latest ’90s inspired single ‘Tamagotchi’ – check it out below.The single is the second to be take the band’s new album, ‘There Goes The Neighbourhood’ after ‘Let’s Get To Work’. The new album will be released on March 15 on Spineform records and you can pre-order it here.Frontman Jack Wilson said of the band’s latest song: “‘Tamagotchi’ is a song about turning 30 and feeling for the first time like your life is running away from you.”“As I’ve gotten older, I’ve found myself being more nostalgic about the past and the ‘good times’.

Green Day have today (November 5) unveiled details of a surprise, intimate London gig.The pop-punk trio – comprised of Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool – will play London’s Electric Ballroom on November 10.Fans need to request tickets here before 10am on November 6. A two-ticket limit will be imposed on all fans.The band will also perform a similarly intimate gig in Milan on November 7.

Sleaford Mods have cut a concert short in Madrid after a Palestinian scarf was thrown onto the stage during their performance.The duo were playing at La Riviera in the Spanish capital yesterday (November 3) but decided to end the show early, leaving the stage after the item of clothing was repeatedly thrown at them.The band subsequently addressed the situation on X, formerly Twitter. The band’s singer Jason Williamson wrote: “Don’t be asking me to pick sides for something I ain’t got any real idea about, at a gig.”Don’t be asking me to pick sides for something I ain’t got any real idea about, at a gig. I’m a singer.

Iggy Pop has joined forces with Trevor Horn to share a gritty cover of ‘Personal Jesus’ – check it out below.Shared by Depeche Mode back in 1990, the track has since gone on to be a fan favourite for the band and has been covered by an extensive list of other famous faces, including Johnny Cash.Now, Iggy Pop has become the latest to cover the iconic track and joined forces with Trevor Horn to create a more gritty, rustic version of the original.Surprisingly, the cover alongside the renowned record producer and musician marks the first time that the former frontman of The Stooges has put his name to the track – and the finished product sees him put a noticeably more rockabilly spin on the original.Check it out below.Shared as part of Horn’s forthcoming covers album, ‘Echoes – Ancient & Modern’, the cover with Iggy Pop stemmed from the singer wanting to try recording various approaches to his performance and stitch them all together to create a more rustic final result.“[Iggy] said: ‘I’ve heard the track, I’m going to do three takes where I gradually get crazier and crazier and then a fourth take where I speak it and that will be it. You don’t mind if I run my own session?’ I said, ‘No, go ahead’, and that’s exactly what he did,” said Horn, speaking about the approach (via Stereogum).“It’s Iggy, after all.

Green Day is taking off on their 27-concert ‘Saviors Tour’ with special guests Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid and The Linda Lindas on select dates.That includes a huge gig at the Mets’ ballpark Citi Field on Monday, Aug. 5.The upcoming jaunt will respectively celebrate the 20th and 30th anniversaries of the punk icons’ seminal “American Idiot” and “Dookie” as well as their upcoming 14th studio album “Saviors.”“We’ve never been more excited to unleash new music than with ‘Saviors,’ a record that’s meant to be rocked live, together,” the 2015 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees shared in a press release.

Blink-182 is ready to do it all over again next year.Starting in June 2024, Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge and Travis Barker will return to the road for their 30-concert North American ‘One More Time Tour’ with special guests Pierce The Veil.That includes a huge gig at Flushing, NY’s Citi Field on Sunday, July 21.The tour comes on the heels of the pop-punk legend’s ninth studio album “One More Time,” which dropped on Friday, Oct. 20.In a glowing review, Consequence called the record “a love letter to each other and to life.”And if you’re hoping to snatch up tickets to hear the “What’s My Age Again” pop-punk icons turned elder statesmen live next year, you can pick them up as soon as today.Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster until Friday, Oct.

Green Day have debuted a new song titled ‘Look Ma, No Brains’ during their set at When We Were Young 2023.

Green Day have announced news of a US stadium tour with Smashing Pumpkins and Rancid, set for 2024.The pop-punk trio – comprised of Billie Joe Armstrong, Tre Cool and Mike Dirnt – announced the news last night (October 19), as they played an intimate live show in Las Vegas.Taking place in the 1,000-capacity Fremont Country Club, the gig was held as a warm-up for their headline sets at this weekend’s When We Were Young festival, and saw the members announce plans to hit the road in 2024.According to the band, the tour will take place next summer and see them join forces with Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid and The Linda Lindas. Currently, no exact dates have been announced and it is not clear when tickets will be available.A fan who attended the show last night also shared a promotional flyer for the upcoming tour dates, which teases that the tour is set to make its way over to the UK and Europe at a later date.

Sick Of It All have filed a lawsuit against Mobb Deep over their recent collaboration with Supreme, which allegedly infringes on their trademark logo.The issue relates to the New York hardcore band’s logo, the “Alleyway Crew Dragon”, which the members introduced in 1987 – a year after they formed – and have used in their recordings, merchandise, and advertisements in the time since.Filed last Wednesday (October 11), the lawsuit names Mobb Deep’s Havoc (Kejuan Muchita), the estate of the late rapper Prodigy (Albert Johnson), and Supreme’s owner Chapter 4 Corp as defendants.This comes as streetwear brand Supreme released a collaboration with hip-hop duo Mobb Deep this past summer, which included items featuring the dragon logo on shirts, hats, and other apparel.According to a report by Stereogum, the documents say that the “cases arise out of Defendants’ improper and illegal use of a nearly identical logo mark to Plaintiff’s inherently distinctive, incontestable and famous logo”.A post shared by Supreme (@supreme__hustle)“Immediately prior to the institution of this lawsuit, plaintiff demanded that defendants cease use of their infringing logo and provide an accounting to plaintiff of sales of the infringing goods,” it reads. “Defendants refused to comply with those demands.”As reported by Pitchfork, the suit asks the court to prevent the defendants from using the logo “or any other mark or marks confusingly similar thereto,” as well as a full accounting of revenue generated from using the logo, any products with the logo for destruction and cease of online use, compensatory damages and attorney’s fees.

title track which arrived in August. Speaking of ‘I Don’t Know You’ in a press release, the band said: “This is simply a song about having a crush. About the excitement and playful fantasy that can come from meeting someone unexpectedly at a festival, or on the street, or in line at the grocery store.”They continued: “You don’t know when you’ll see them again but the rush of their possibility lingers, making you yearn to know more about them.” Directed by Mason Mercer and Anthony Miralles, the song’s accompanying video features the band performing in a barn.

Sick of It All are suing Mobb Deep and Supreme for copyright infringement, Billboard reports. The lawsuit was filed in the hardcore band's native New York on October 11; Sick of It All claim that the band's "Alleyway Crew dragon" logo was plagiarized for a collaboration between the rap duo and the streetwear brand. The case names Supreme’s owner Chapter 4 Corp alongside a corporate entity owned by Havoc and the estate of Prodigy (the rapper died in 2017), claiming that the logo featured on the Supreme x Mobb Deep T-shirts and caps is "virtually identical" to the one they have used since 1987.

Sløtface have collaborated with The Buoys for a new song – listen to ‘Fight Back Time’ below.The Norwegian act – as of last year now a solo project under Haley Shea – and the Australian indie rockers The Buoys linked up digitally to make the song, which is about the nagging feeling of always having to be switched-on.Sløtface’s Shea said in a statement: “‘Fight Back Time’ for me is about feeling way too caught up in everything you’re doing when you have too much going on, and desperately trying to grab some pieces of your life back so that you feel in control.“It’s about staying up late when you should get a good night’s sleep just to feel like you have some free time and feeling like there must be a fix to how you’re feeling out there somewhere. I love how the chorus has stacks of vocals egging me on to indulge in my bad habits, it feels very much like the voices in my head.”The Buoys vocalist and guitarist Zoe Catterall added: “Words started pouring out of me when I sat down to write my parts.