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Trent Reznor called Donald Trump “a complete fucking moron” who doesn’t believe in science in a new interview.

Speaking to the Village Voice on the heels of

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Stream “My Only True Friend” the lead single from ‘Southern Blood’ the final studio album of late legendary musician Gregg Allman. Andy Kahn #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Watch a touching performance by the Grateful Dead of Brent Mydland’s “I Will Take You Home” on the anniversary of the late keyboardist’s tragic passing. Andy Kahn #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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When it comes to his musical tastes, Mikael Åkerfeldt has no problem labeling himself an “old fart.” It’s not too surprising to hear that the Opeth leader’s listening preferences tend toward the retro, given that the Swedish guitarist, vocalist and

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Gerard Way reflected on the late Chester Bennington in a recent interview, saying that Linkin Park “changed [his] life” by bringing

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On the night of May 26th, Gregg Allman listened to his singing voice for the last time. Michael Lehman, Allman’s manager, sent completed versions of four new Allman songs to his home in Savannah, Georgia, and Allman was able to hear almost half of his next album. “He was fully lucid and he was excited,”

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After debuting at last year’s Wacken festival in Germany, a hologram of late heavy-metal singer Ronnie James Dio will set out on a world tour, backed by musicians who

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The music industry has spent two decades smashing cockroaches with sledgehammers. Now, Google has a simpler way to clean up the kitchen. Google is the devil. And so is YouTube. Because, a bunch of music industry executives told me that. And hey, they have a point: Google exploits more loopholes than a Bahamian tax shelter […]

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Check out photos and videos from a wonderful end to The String Cheese Incident’s Red Rocks run including rarities, a cover debut, guests and more. Jeremy Williams #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Betty Cantor-Jackson’s recording of a top-tier Grateful Dead show from 1978 will be released as ‘Dave’s Picks Volume 23.’ Scott Bernstein #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Vermont jam quartet Twiddle shared the stage with multiple musicians each night of their recently completed run at Irving Plaza in New York City. Scott Bernstein #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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So, how much can you expect to get from Spotify, Apple Music, and the other top plays? Music streaming services have helped spark a revival in the music industry. This year alone, major labels have reported record-breaking revenue. But, how much are artists truly earning? Independent data-analysis organization Information is Beautiful has released a new […]

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In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the release of the Grateful Dead album, this week JamBase presents the ‘Inspiration: Celebrating 40 Years Of Terrapin Station’ video series featuring covers of each of the songs originally issued on July 27, 1977. Andy Kahn #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Justin Bieber canceled the remaining dates of his Purpose World Tour. The singer announced the decision in a statement on his website, though he didn’t elaborate on his reasoning for axing

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The Wheels Of Soul Tour featured more collaborations and debut covers performed by Tedeschi Trucks Band with the help of Hot Tuna and The Wood Brothers. Andy Kahn #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Few rappers today spit with as much passion and verve as Meek Mill. The Philadelphia MC raps as if his life depends on it, his voice frequently – and famously – ascending into a shout. When he talks about having run-ins with law enforcement, losing loved ones or celebrating his status as one of the best in the business, you can feel his joy and pain.

On his third studio album, Wins

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Hardcore supergroup Dead Cross take a grisly look at cockfighting in their new video for “Obedience School,” a cut off the band’s self-titled debut LP.

Dead Cross – featuring Faith No More’s Mike Patton, Slayer’s Dave Lombardo and Retox’s Michael Crain and Justin Pearson – teamed with director Dennis Bersales for the brutal black-and-white visual, which plants the viewer center-ring as

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The Brothers Comatose have announced a special all-star late night set and other events taking place at this year’s Comatopia. Andy Kahn #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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In the days following Chester Bennington’s unexpected suicide, people are questioning how someone could leave six children and a loving wife behind. And this is part of the reason. The legacy of Chester Bennington won’t be defined by his music. It will now include a suicide that has confused millions of fans, and left friends and family […]

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A music charity in the UK aims to help artists avoid committing tragedies in the wake of Chester Bennington’s suicide. Artists face a tremendous amount of pressure under the spotlight. Last week, Linkin Park’s lead singer, Chester Bennington, made the decision to kill himself. The singer had long battled with depression. Now, a music charity […]

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New Hope rockers Ween will make their long awaited return to Austin in November. Scott Bernstein #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Motörhead will gather 11 covers the metal act recorded in the studio – including their unreleased version of David Bowie’s “Heroes – for the upcoming Under Cover.

The 11-track LP, due out September 1st, finds Lemmy

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Watch Bon Iver’s Vernon sit-in with The Revolution a cover of Prince’s “Erotic City.” Andy Kahn #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Twenty years ago this month, Sarah McLachlan and a rotating cast of fellow artists embarked on the women-centric traveling fest known as Lilith Fair. While the nostalgic view of the Nineties paints it as a decade where not just female-fronted, but female-populated acts surged on the pop and rock charts, Lilith’s presence

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Download the latest Widespread Panic archival release featuring a recording from 1991 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Andy Kahn #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Listen to moe.’s emotional performance in New York City on Friday night. Scott Bernstein #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Watch Strand Of Oaks, The Infamous Stringdusters and Holly Bowling cover Phish as part of Relix’s ‘13 For 13’ video series. Andy Kahn #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Stephen Stills and Judy Collins intertwine their voices on a duet cover of

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After the shocking news of Chester Bennington’s suicide broke on Thursday afternoon, many of the tributes from fellow artists and fans had one thing in common.

“A Thousand Suns got me through a horribly dark time,” Joss Whedon wrote, referencing

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Colorado jam act The String Cheese Incident issues a “Save The Dates” for a pair of upcoming holiday runs. Scott Bernstein #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Last night Umphrey’s McGee performed a pair of cover songs for the first time during their concert at The Landing in Peoria, Illinois. Andy Kahn #Jambase #MusicNews #IndieBrew
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Linkin Park issued a statement in memory of Chester Bennington, four days after the death of their lead singer.

Penned as a letter to Bennington, the band discuss their “grief and

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Puff Daddy teams with Rick Ross and the late Notorious B.I.G. on “Watcha Gon’ Do,” which the mogul debuted during his guest DJ spot Saturday on

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