23 Band Names Inspired by Literature
At Paste, we look for "Signs of Life" in all forms of art. And while we value each artform for its unique merits, it's always a treat when they overlap. So we decided to take a look at bands that derived their names from literature. Who knew metalheads were such scholars? read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayMan Man Announce Tour Dates with Gogol Bordello
Catch the Philly-based mustachioed madmen paired up with the original gypsy punks this winter.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsGogol Bordello's Tiny Desk Concert
National Public Radio’s Tiny Desk Concerts bring an array of musical artists into the NPR offices for some memorable live performances. Back in June, resident gypsy punks Gogol Bordello gave the people over at NPR one they surely won’t forget anytime soon.... read more
Found in: Blogs, Awesome of the DayGogol Bordello Push for Immigration Reform in Latest Video
Gogol Bordello tackles immigration reform in their video for “Immigraniada (We Comin’ Rougher)” off of Trans-Continental Hustle.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsOur 11 Favorite Oversized Bands
When it comes to music, sometimes more is more. There's a definite trend among rock bands to pile every musician friend onstage to make a joyful noise. We've collected our favorite current big bands together, and the list goes to 11. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayGogol Bordello: Trans-Continental Hustle
Innovative sound feels strained Eugene Hütz’s belligerent snarl has never been particularly easy on the ears, and when paired with Gogol Bordello’s hodgepodge of punk and traditional Eastern European influences, it’s often downright bizarre. On Trans-Continental Hustle, the group’s fifth full-length album—and first major-label release—this aggressive weirdness isn’t tempered in the slightest.... read more
Found in: Music, ReviewsJesse Malin Talks New Album, J.D. Salinger Soundtrack, Ryan Adams Side Project
Jesse Malin's been playing music onstage for just under 30 years. He’s 42... read more
Found in: Movies, NewsIggy Pop, Patti Smith, Philip Glass, More to Perform at Tibet Benefit
This year, the 20th annual Tibet House benefit will be held on Feb. 26 at Carnegie Hall in New York. The event features a concert with performers such as Gogol Bordello, Patti Smith, Iggy Pop and Regina Spektor. Founded in 1987, Tibet House is a non-profit that supports the preservation and presentation of Tibetan culture.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsGogol Bordello Announces Rick Rubin-Produced Album, Spring Tour
New York gypsy punk outfit Gogol Bordello is gearing up for a spring tour that will be an “international mini festival.” The eclectic band will take its “Casa Gogol” roadshow—including “Slavic-punk-band DeVotchKa, East Village punk troubadour Jesse Malin and St. Mark’s Social, electro-anarchists Tres Leches Afterparty Sound Crew and special surprise guest appearances”—to Australia, North America and Europe in support of the band’s upcoming album, Transcontinental Hustle.... read more
Found in: Music, News21 Songs About Booze: A Playlist in Honor of 95-Year-Old Bartender Angelo Cammarata
Above: Prohibition, what a waste. Angelo Cammarata, 95, is the world's longest-running bartender. He's literally been serving since a few minutes after prohibition ended in 1933—he's even in the Guinness Book and Jim Beam's Bartender Hall of Fame for his longevity slinging suds. Of course, there's more to being a barkeep than pouring drinks. As this man has presided over his family business—no-frills neighborhood bar Cammarata's Cafe in West View, Pa.—for the better part of the last century and into the new millennium, he's also been a friend and counselor to his devoted regulars. Now, Cammarata plans to retire, and... read more
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