Direct Hit have released a video for “Perfect Black.”
Bands on TV (Week of September 24th)
The notable artists on your television this week include: Avril Lavigne (Kimmel; 9/26), BTS (Fallon; 9/25), Shawn Mendes (Fallon; 9/27), Portugal. The Man (Meyers; 9/24), and Josh Groban (Corden; 9/26).
Carrie Underwood Tops the Charts
Carrie Underwood has the number one album in the country this week:
The set, which was released on Sept. 14 via Capitol Nashville, bows with 266,000 equivalent album units earned in the week ending Sept. 20 according to Nielsen Music. Of that sum, 251,000 were in traditional album sales.
For those curious, Thrice sold around 16,000 copies of their new album.
Bayside – “Howard” (Acoustic)
Kevin Devine and Petal Interview Each Other
Kevin Devine and Kiley Lotz of Petal interview each other over at Talkhouse. The interview also premieres Kevin’s cover of Tom Petty’s “Into The Great Wide Open.”
Young the Giant – “Heat of the Summer”
Young the Giant have released their new song “Heat of the Summer.”
Circa Survive May Not Play Shows for a While
Anthony Green suggests Circa Survive may not play again for a while, so, you should go see their shows.
Copeland Announce Show With Imperial Symphony Orchestra
Copeland will be performing with the Imperial Symphony Orchestra in Florida on October 12th.
John Nolan Announces New Album; Streams New Song
John Nolan will release his new album, Apendigo, on November 2nd. Today he’s released the new song “Do You Remember?” and pre-orders are now up.
Beastie Boys Book Tour
The Beastie Boys have announced a book tour. The _Beastie Boys Book_ comes out next month.
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Avenged Sevenfold Re-Mix “Mad Hatter”
Avenged Sevenfold have released a new mix of “Mad Hatter.” A message from M. Shadows, along with a download to the new version of the song, can be found below.
SiriusXM to Acquire Pandora for $3.5 Billion
SiriusXM and Pandora have announced acquisition plans before the stock market opens. SiriusXM is offering to acquire Pandora for $3.5 billion in stock, or $10.14 per share. Pandora would continue to exist as an independent service.
‘Breaking Bad’ Getting Anniversary Vinyl Box Set
Breaking Bad’s soundtrack is getting a box set release.
Panic! at the Disco Boot Touring Guitarist
Panic! at the Disco have parted ways with touring guitarist Kenny Harris after allegations of sexual misconduct were made over the weekend.
Audio Karate – “Bounce”
Audio Karate have shared their new song “Bounce” via BrooklynVegan.
The Maine Cover Tom Petty
The Maine have shared a cover of “Wildflowers” by Tom Petty.
Mike Shinoda – “Make It Up as I Go” Video
Mike Shinoda has released a video for “Make It Up As I Go.”
Good Charlotte Announce, Then Pull, Support for Europe Tour
Good Charlotte announced a Europe tour with Boston Manor and Moose Blood. However, after hearing concerns from fans over putting Moose Blood on the bill, they’ve taken down the announcement tweets and said they’re “reviewing the situation.”
Weezer – “Africa” Video
Nowhere Fast – “Soft Spoken”
Nowhere Fast’s new song “Soft Spoken” can be streamed below.