Music News: How much would you pay for original Fyre Festival merch? March 19, 2019 It may not make the $26 million the festival still owes, but the remaining original Fyre Festival merch is going up for auction. Also in the news today: Metallica are going orchestral; Fiona Apple's teasing new music; remembering 'Godfather of Rap' Andre Williams; hip-hop makes the funkiest cheese; and Karen O and Danger Mouse film a music video live on TV.
Music News: Myspace loses 50 million songs, oops March 18, 2019 Hope you had a backup: Myspace has confirmed losing data for 50 million songs uploaded to the platform between 2003 and 2015. Also in the news today: remembering Dick Dale, Shawn Mendes cleans up at the Junos, Neil Finn leaves social media in wake of Christchurch, Sam Smith comes out as genderqueer, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers play a very obvious cover at the Great Pyramids of Giza.
Music News: How's Mariah Carey in concert in 2019? March 14, 2019 Mariah Carey's Caution Tour is underway, and Jade and Jay checked it out. What's it like to see Mimi live in concert in 2019? Also, The Current's David Safar checks in from SXSW.
Music News: Who's inducting who into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame March 13, 2019 Janelle Monae for Janet Jackson, David Byrne for Radiohead, and more...we now know who's making the speeches inducting this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class. Also in the news today: K-pop star nailed in sex sting, Red Hot Chili Peppers to rock the pyramids, and Jerry Seinfeld stars in a Vampire Weekend video. Plus, The Current's David Safar checks in from SXSW.
Music News: Legendary drummer Hal Blaine dies at 90 March 12, 2019 Hal Blaine, the drummer behind immortal singles from 'Be My Baby' to 'Strangers in the Night,' has died at age 90. Also in the news today: Britney Spears (or, at least, her songs) on Broadway; an honorary degree for Missy Elliott; Lana Del Rey, published poet; star musicians sing 'Dumbo' song; and Brittany Howard appears in a deleted 'Vice' scene.
Music News: 50 phones pickpocketed during a single show in London March 11, 2019 Our lead story today is a good reminder to keep your phone in a secure spot when you're at a crowded show. Also in the news today: a 'Bohemian Rhapsody' sequel may be in the works, streaming services 'sue songwriters' to fight royalty rise, Bloodshot Records co-founder resigns, presidential hopefuls pick their signature songs, and a New York crowd can't keep from singing after seeing Robyn perform live.
Music News: A candid conversation with Margo Price for International Women's Day March 8, 2019 For International Women's Day, Margo Price talked with The Current's Jill Riley about pregnancy, the wage gap, and Price's upcoming projects.
Music News: New releases from Amanda Palmer, Stella Donnelly, and more March 7, 2019 Jay and Jade dig into this week's new releases - including new albums from Amanda Palmer, Stella Donnelly, Dido, and Flight of the Conchords. Plus, the Black Keys' first new song in five years.
Music News: Hozier talks about new album 'Wasteland, Baby!' March 6, 2019 Singer-songwriter Hozier talks with Jay about his highly-anticipated sophomore album 'Wasteland, Baby!' Also in the news today: Dave Grohl lends a throne, radio stations pull Michael Jackson music, R. Kelly gives angry interview, 'Shallow' hits number one, and an upcoming documentary focuses on Other Music.
Music News: The music of Mardi Gras March 5, 2019 Today is Mardi Gras, and we take a look at the musical tradition of Fat Tuesday. Also, a fake Rihanna album climbs the charts, Jack White rebuilds a baseball stadium, and a Beatles fan finally returns a magazine from 1968.