Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 called TMZ Live to talk about his obsession with Pokémon Go.
Mark Hoppus Talks with TMZ Live About Pokémon
Katy Perry – “Rise”
Katy Perry has released her new single, “Rise,” via Apple Music. The song will be used during NBC’s coverage of the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio.
Bayside to Release Black IPA With Oskar Blues
Bayside have teamed up with Oskar Blues Brewery to collaborate on a “Black IPA.” Anyone want to send me some to review?
The beer, which features a malty backbone with bright, citrusy hops, will be limited to 100 barrels and available for a pre-order bundle with the new album via Craftshack (availability restricted to participating states). The cans will also be available at Total Wine & More, as well as select venues with a special focus on stores/venues along Bayside’s tour (dates below).
Sims – “Triple Sixes”
Save the Lost Boys – “Nothing’s Real Outside” (Video Premiere)
Save The Lost Boys’s new album, Temptress, comes out today and we’ve got the video premiere for the new single “Nothing’s Real Outside.” Vocalist/guitarist Lee Weiss describes the song:
“Nothing’s Real Outside” is about the world coming to an end and what you would go through for the people you love most while trying to deal with all the chaos and uncertainty that surrounds you. As you realize society in crumbling around you and everyone has gone blind to what truly matters, you remain a steadfast example of hope.
You’ll find the video and the band’s upcoming tour dates below.
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I Have Takes That Need to Be Heard (Encore Episode 128)
This week’s episode of Encore is all about Blink-182 and their new album California. Thomas kinda really hates it. I like it more. We discuss our history with the band, what we think about the songs, why I’m more positive on the album and the “feel” it gives off, and why Thomas thinks it’s super boring. We also have some talk about Snapchat and the NBA making us excited and sad all at the same time. These are the episodes that are a lot of fun to do — I like when we disagree.
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Albums in Stores – July 15th, 2016
The biggest release this week relevant to those of us that grew up in the late 90’s is probably the new one from Good Charlotte. I’m actually a little surprised I enjoyed it as much as I have. I’m going to give that Needtobreathe album a spin as well since I liked the interview we did with them on the site. If you hit read more you can see all the releases we have in our calendar for the week. Hit the quote bubble to access our forums and talk about what came out today, what albums you picked up, and to make mention of anything we may have missed.
Relient K Stream New Album
Foreigner – “I Want To Know What Love Is” (feat. Nate Ruess)
Interview: Issues (Video)
Issues have only been together for about four years but their members are well versed in the Warped Tour scene. In my video interview lead singer Tyler Carter and company talk about the recent release of their new album Headspace, the art of collaboration, and social media (though Carter may be forgetting to hit “send”).
Nintendo to Release Mini Version of NES Console
Nintendo has announced that they will release a “mini” version of their classic NES system on November 11th. The mini console will be only $60 and come with 30 games built in.
“We wanted to give fans of all ages the opportunity to revisit Nintendo’s original system and rediscover why they fell in love with Nintendo in the first place,” said Nintendo of America President and COO Reggie Fils-Aime. “The Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition is ideal for anyone who remembers playing the NES, or who wants to pass on those nostalgic memories to the next generation of gamers.”
I think this is pretty great. Even if it’s just parents picking one up to play some old retro games with their kids. I’ve still got my old system and a bunch of games around here somewhere, some day I’ll figure out what to do with those.
The Matches – “Dog Eared Page” Acoustic
Shawn Harris of The Matches recently performed an acoustic version of “Dog Eared Page” for Live! from The Rock Room.
Promise of Redemption – “Stuck in Cement”
Promise of Redemption’s new song “Stuck in Cement” can be streamed below. Pre-orders for the new album, Where You Ought To Be, are also up in physical and digital versions.
Ariana Grande and Jimmy Fallon Snapchat Duet
Ariana Grande and Jimmy Fallon did a Snapchat duet for “Into You.”
Polaris Prize Shortlist Includes PUP, Grimes, and Carly Rae Jepsen
Grimes, PUP, and Carly Rae Jepsen are among those up for the 2016 Polaris Music Prize, which goes to the best album of the year by a Canadian artist.
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