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General News
Bruce Springsteen's current Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour has a permanent special guest, but as a twist, he doesn't play on every song. But that doesn't mean there's any less bite to the guitar solos.
Festivals
In the 24 festivals that led up to this year's spectacular, thousands of bands have graced the desert stages upon the polo fields.Incredible acts like Prince, AC/DC, Madonna, Beastie Boys, Beyoncé, Kendrick, The Replacements, even 2Pac's hologram have delighted the crowds who pilgrimaged to the Coachella Valley just east of Palm Springs.
Festivals
It was the tale of two pop titans on the first two days of Coachella 2026.
General News
Shinedown formed 25 years ago in Jacksonville, Florida, after the breakup of the band Dreve. The group was founded by Brent Smith (vocals) who was joined early on by Jasin Todd (guitar), Brad Stewart (bass), and Barry Kerch (drums). Smith had previously been signed as part of Dreve, but after that project dissolved, Atlantic Records backed him in building a new band.
Festivals
With all apologies to David Byrne, who is an extremely close second, the coolest, most punk rock act at Coachella this year has got to be James Newell Osterberg Jr., who will be celebrating his 79th birthday on April 21, 2026.
Festivals
Straight outta Brighton, the Lambrini Girls are an outspoken punk duo who have earned their way to Coachella with their non-stop work ethic, catchy tunes, and a debut LP called Who Let The Dogs Out that made its way onto Kerrang!'s Top 25 list of 2025.
Festivals
We're just days away from Coachella 2026. So for Coachella week we'll be spotlighting some groups you shouldn't miss if you have a chance.
Festivals
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival will be celebrating it 25th anniversary next weekend with a smile on its face because it sold out quickly for the first time in a while.
General News
Ye aka Kanye West wowed his fans at SoFi Stadium on Wednesday (4/1) in Inglewood, presenting a trippy show built around new material, classic bangers, while dealing with production issues.
Covers
Richard Ashcroft did what many casual fans often wish happened at shows: for the act to play one or two of the new songs, preferably back-to-back so they can get a new beer, and then play all the familiar songs for the rest of the night.
