Green Day - Suburbia Bomb
Pile of cut-rate dookie read more
Dirty Three - Cinder
Instrumental trio changes its traditional formula, entertains high-profile guests read more
The Fray - How To Save A Life
Denver piano-pop rockers out to write catchy tunes, not reinvent wheel read more
Songs of Green Pheasant - Songs of Green Pheasant
Lush four-track loveliness from the North Country read more
Wilson Pickett dead at 64
Pickett is synonymous with the greasy, unfiltered soul that was a powerful influence on early rock ’n’ roll read more
Paste Gets Props In MarketWatch Column
MarketWatch columnist Jon Friedman had nothing but praise for Paste in his Media Web column today. "Of all the magazines that have come along during the past few years, Paste is my favorite," he wrote. "... While Rolling Stone guards its image carefully, Paste's witty, understated approach is refreshing." To read the whole article, click here. ... read more
Little Brother to perform with MF Doom
Hip-hoppers Little Brother will begin their first national tour Jan. 28. Two days prior, the group will perform a star-studded show in New York City with MF Doom, Big Daddy Kane and others. The group’s 2005 Atlantic records debut The Minstrel Show received 3.5 stars from Paste and landed them at the top of hip-hop charts. LITTLE BROTHER 2006 Tour (Supporting Fort Minor) Jan. 26 | New York, N.Y. | Nokia Theater in Times Square * Jan. 28 | Minneapolis, Minn. | First Quest Club Jan. 29 | Chicago, Ill. | House of Blues Jan. 31 | Detroit, Mich. |... read more
Sugarland Member Quits
Sugarland’s Kristen Hall has decided to leave the band. “Kristen has decided that she wants to stay home and write songs, “ says a statement from bandmates Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush. “And we support her in that decision.” ... read more
The Pogues Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
Folk-punk band, The Pogues, will be receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at The Meteor Ireland Music Awards 2006. The popular '80s band returns with an upcoming tour of the U.S. including St. Patrick’s Day in Times Square. For more information including tour dates click here. ... read more
Dilated Peoples Launch New Album
Hip-hop trio Dilated Peoples’ new album, 20/20, will hit stores on Feb. 21, accompanied by a North American headlining tour. The group's new single “Back Again,” is making way on the radio, with first-week adds by Top 40 rhythmic stations in major markets. For more information on Dilated Peoples, visit their website at: www.dilatedpeoples.com. ... read more
The Fiery Furnaces - Rehearsing My Choir
What have you done for your grandmother lately? read more
Patty Loveless - Dreamin’ My Dreams
Loveless proves she’s got nothing but love for traditional country read more
Spin Doctors - Nice Talking to Me
Veteran jam-poppers paint in muted neons read more
Charlemagne - Detour Allure
An engaging slice of summer, just in time for winter read more
Golden Globes Recap
(Pictured above: Philip Seymour Hoffman in Capote) The 63rd Annual Golden Globe Awards took place last night, and many Paste favorites were among the recipients. Winners included Brokeback Mountain for best motion picture and Walk The Line for best musical or comedy. Philip Seymour Hoffman, featured on the cover of the latest issue of Paste, won best actor for his performance in Capote, and Desperate Housewives’ Felicity Huffman won best actress for her performance in Transamerica. In addition to the best motion picture award, Brokeback Mountain won best screenplay, and Ang Lee won best director for the film. Television winners... read more
KCRW Host Arrested
KCRW’s Chris Douridas was arrested last week outside a Santa Monica bar on suspicion of drugging and trying to kidnap a 14-year-old girl, according to the LA Times. Witnesses reported seeing Douridas put a substance into the girl’s drink and then carry her out of the bar. The girl was taken to a hospital, treated and released. After posting $1-million bail, Douridas was released by police. Douridas will continue to host KCRW’s “New Ground,” which airs on Saturdays. “Chris has been with us for 15 years, during which he has interacted with thousands of people,” KCRW assistant general manager Jennifer... read more
Particle Films DVD, Launches Tour
“Funktronic” rockers Particle will shoot their first live performance DVD Feb. 24 at the Henry Fonda Theater in Hollywood. Billed as Particle: Transformations, the DVD will be released this summer by Shout! Factory. The band, which has parted ways with guitar player Charlie HItchcock and is auditioning new guitar players, will kick off its spring tour with a performance at SXSW, March 16 in Austin, Texas. For more information on the upcoming tour click here. ... read more
Paul McCartney
Renaissance Man: Former Beatle’s solo outing proves he’s still making music that matters read more
Red House Records President Bob Feldman Dies at 56
The founder and president of music label Red House Records, Bob Feldman, died Thursday at age 56. After battling health issue for months, he is survived by his wife, son, parents, brother and sister. Feldman leaves a legacy of considerable contributions to folk and rock music. He was many things to many people: not just a businessman, but a friend and fan to all the artists with whom he worked. Feldman was a rarity in the world of label presidents. His philosophy was “to provide a home and environment in which creative artists can make albums in total freedom—without interference... read more
Patterson Hood Helps Launch Music-Business Program at University of Georgia
(Photo by Terry Hall, courtesy Terry College of Business) The University of Georgia in Athens launched its new music-business certificate program this semester, with guest lecturer Patterson Hood of Drive-By Truckers opening the series. This long-awaited program has been a cooperative effort from the Terry College of Business and the Hodgson School of Music, and will feature numerous seminars and lectures from musicians like Hood and other industry notables. The 40-Watt Club's booking agent, R.E.M's lawyer and Widespread Panic's manager are also scheduled to speak. ... read more
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