Jason Aldean Achieves Third Straight No. 1 Album
Jason Aldean tops the Billboard charts this week. Drake comes in at number two, and the Suicide Squad soundtrack is at three.
They Don’t Know is also Aldean’s third consecutive No. 1 on the chart. His last two chart entries, which also happen to be his last two studio albums, likewise opened atop the list. His last album, 2014’s Old Boots, New Dirt, launched at No. 1 with 278,000 copies sold. Two years before that, Night Train rolled in at No. 1 with 409,000 sold.
Bands on TV (Week of September 19th)
The notable artists on your television screen this week include: Die Antwoord (Kimmel; 9/19), Usher (Kimmel; 9/20), Ariana Grande (Fallon; 9/19), Band of Horses (Fallon; 9/21), Wilco (Colbert; 9/21), Panic! at the Disco (Conan; 9/22), and X Ambassadors (Ellen; 9/22).
A Chorus.fm Forum Tribute to The 1975
One of my favorite things about the forums is watching talented and motivated people come together to make awesome things. Today I’m excited to feature the latest in the “member compilation” series that has been taking shape in our music forum — a tribute to The 1975. Below you’ll find a stream of the 8-track cover album dedicated to the band.
Thrice Debut ‘The TBEITBN Sessions’
Thrice have debuted a new YouTube series called The TBEITBN Sessions. The first video is for “Black Honey.”
Top Shop Was Selling Against Me! Jackets Without Permission
Laura Jane Grace of Against Me! called out Top Shop for selling a $700 leather jacket with the band’s name on it. It looks like the company will be removing the jacket.
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Morrissey’s Alleged Technical Tour Rider
Morrissey-Solo has published what is reported to be Morrissey’s 2016 technical tour rider. I always find these interesting to read through.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Announce 2017 Tour
Red Hot Chili Peppers have announced some new tour dates. You can find those below.
James Corden Stars in Apple Music Ad
James Corden stars in the latest Apple Music ad.
One Ok Rock – “Taking Off”
One Ok Rock have released their new song “Taking Off” on Spotify and Apple Music.
Strung Out – “Crows”
Strung Out have posted up the b-side “Crows” on their Facebook page.
Warpaint – “Whiteout”
Balance and Composure – “Spinning”
Balance and Composure have shared their new song, “Spinning.”
How to Dress Well – “Can’t You Tell”
How to Dress Well have released the new song “Can’t You Tell.”
Interview: Gallant
Gallant discusses his full-length debut album Ology, the goal of always keeping things as raw and unfiltered as possible, and how he learned to become confident with his past history.