Beastie Boys, Beck, Santigold Remix Norah Jones
Among other collaborators, Norah Jones managed to enlist musicians who worked with Beck for her fourth studio release, The Fall. But as she revealed recently, she had originally wanted the Record Club composer himself to oversee the album.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsOutside Lands Becomes First Festival Streamed Live on YouTube
Music fans without transportation to Golden Gate Park's Outside Lands this weekend need not wallow in envy. Instead, they can watch the concert live on their computer screens.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsYeah Yeah Yeahs to Fill in for Beastie Boys at Lollapalooza
Recent news regarding Beastie Boy Adam Yauch's cancerous tumor has left Yauch's bandmates, fans and fellow musicians shaken. The trio was forced to delay the release of its forthcoming album, Hot Sauce Committee, and cancel its upcoming tour dates. Among these dates was a headlining slot at this year's Lollapalooza. But ticket holders can look forward to a performance from a different trio instead: Yeah Yeah Yeahs have agreed to fill in for the Beasties, adding the festival to their international tour schedule.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsBeastie Boy Adam Yauch Diagnosed with Cancer; Group Cancels Tour, Postpones Album
Unfortunate news arrived this morning from legendary New York-based rap trio, Beastie Boys, namely that band member Adam Yauch (MCA) has a cancerous tumor in his left parotid (salivary) gland. The tumor was detected early and localized in a single area, so hopes are high for effective treatment. Thankfully, the tumor is not located where it might affect Yauch's vocal chords.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsMy Friday at Bonnaroo Featured Animal Collective, Grizzly Bear and Beastie Boys, but Al Green Wins
In a day full of musical highlights from The Low Anthem, Animal Collective, Santigold, Grizzly Bear, Lucinda Williams, Beastie Boys and David Byrne, the most memorable came during Al Green's set on the big What Stage, when we broke into "Let's Stay Together." Hitting impossible high notes and sliding onto his knees, Rev. Al showed that his time in the pulpit has been just fine for the soul. He looked mighty dapper in his dark suit and tossed roses to pretty girls in the front the front rows.... read more
Found in: Blogs, FestivusBeastie Boys Call Hot Sauce Committee to Order
Agriculture Committee, Budget Committee or Hot Sauce Committee? Which would you rather listen to for an hour? We bet we can guess, especially if Mike D, Ad-Rock and MCA are heading it up.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsAustin City Limits Snubs Bob Dylan, Invites Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews Band, Beastie Boys, Many More to 2009 Festival
Question: What do Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews Band and Beastie Boys have in common?Answer: They're seemingly headlining every 2009 music festival ever.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsPaste's Tax Refund Playlist: Cash Money Mix
The best thing about giving your money away is getting a bit of it back. Some people say that money can't buy happiness, but we respectfully disagree with this opinion; it definitely makes us feel warm, fuzzy and well-fed. If you aren't smiling when you get your tax-refund check in the mail, you might be a robot. In fact, you're most likely incapable of feeling emotion and Blade Runner's Rick Deckard is closing in on your mailbox as you read this. As you patiently wait for that refund check to arrive, whether you're making a wish list of goodies for... read more
Found in: Blogs, PlaylistLollapalooza 2009 line-up to feature Tool, Lou Reed, Beastie Boys, Jane's Addiction, Snoop Dogg, many more
After months of anticipation, Lollapalooza has finally announced its full 2009 line-up. Taking place Aug. 7-9 in Chicago's Grant Park, the event hosts the proverbial headliners (Tool, The Killers, Jane's Addiction, Beastie Boys, Lou Reed, Snoop Dog, Depeche Mode), the indie-rock staples (Vampire Weekend, TV On the Radio, The Decemberists, Ben Folds, Of Montreal) the slightly under-the-radar favorties (The Raveonettes, Bat For Lashes, Ra Ra Riot, Heartless Bastards) and the up-and-coming baby bands (Passion Pit, Hockey, The Low Anthem, The Virgins) one might expect, plus many more.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsMontreal's Osheaga Festival announces initial line-up
The initial line-up for the fourth annual Osheaga Festival in Montreal, Quebec, was recently announced, and not unlike the various other fests going on this summer, Osheaga has its fair share of big-name artists coming.... read more
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