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The Video for “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana Has Surpassed 2 Billion Views on YouTube

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Nirvana’s video for “Smells Like Teen Spirit” which catapulted the band to rock superstardom, has surpassed 2 billion video views on YouTube. It passed the 1 billion mark in 2019.  The lead track and single from Nirvana’s breakthrough release Nevermind (Geffen/UMe), which hit No. 1 around the world, selling more than 30 million copies worldwide. The single made its radio debut on August 27, 1991. Over the last few years, we have seen partial reunions of the band, a frivolous lawsuit over the iconic album cover, a 30th anniversary boxed set, and placements across pop culture, including movies and television. Continue reading →


ALBUM REVIEW: Bronson Arm – Casket Schwagg 

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Kalamazoo, Michigan is home to Bronson Arm (Blake Bickel – Guitar/Vocals, Garrett Yates – Drums) who are back with a new release a mere year after last year’s self-titled debut. The oddly titled Casket Schwagg (Learning Curve Records) is described as a politically charged album by Bickel despite the band not being politically charged themselves, whether this proves potentially off-putting to some remains to be seen. Continue reading →


INTERVIEW: Paige Owens Talks “500 Essential Pop Punk Albums” – The Return of Vans Warped Tour and More

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In this episode, Keefy chatted with Paige Owens of Idobi Radio and Ruffian Books to discuss her recent release “500 Essential Pop Punk Albums!” Paige has an encyclopedic knowledge of the genre and we totally nerded out on bands and albums selected, including some notable exclusions, the return of Warped Tour, and some forecasting for the lineups and future of Warped, and the just-released companion book, “500 Essential Emo Albums” which promises to be even more in-depth in its reviews!Continue reading →


Watch Nirvana Reunite with St. Vincent, Kim Gordon, Joan Jett, and Violet Grohl At the Fire Aid Benefit

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Last night was night one of the Fire Aid Benefit to raise money for victims of the recent devastating California Wildfires. Among the star-studded performers at the arena was the surviving members of Nirvana, performing a mini-set of mostly deep cuts and hits. Filling in on guest vocals and guitars were St. Vincent, Kim Gordon (Sonic Youth), Joan Jett, and Violet Grohl. This was also Dave Grohl’s first performance and official public appearance since his family issues, last year. Nirvana has reunited a few times over the years since the death of Kurt Cobain, including with Joan Jett twice for their Rock N Roll Hall of Fame induction. You can donate at the link here. https://fireaidla.org/Continue reading →


Casino Hearts Share a Cover of Nirvana’s “Jesus Doesn’t Want Me For A Sunbeam” – Tribute Album Coming Soon

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LA based indie rockers, Casino Hearts, have just dropped a cover of the Nirvana classic, “Jesus Doesn’t Want Me For A Sunbeam,” along with a music video. The track appears on A Tribute to Nirvana, The Songs of MTV Unplugged in New York, due out February 07th, on French record label, GM Editions. The album celebrates the 30th anniversary of Nirvana’s MTV Unplugged in New York, with further contributions from Current Joys, Camille Jansen, Brad Stank, Levitation Room, Chris Staples, and Far Caspian. Catch the new video below.
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Brad Stank Shares a Cover of Nirvana’s “All Apologies” – Tribute Album with Chris Staples, Camille Jansen, and More Coming Soon

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French Label, GM Editions, is to honor the 30th anniversary of Nirvana’s iconic MTV Unplugged in New York with a tribute album on February 7th. Current Joys, Camille Jansen, Brad Stank, Levitation Room, Casino Hearts, Chris Staples, and Far Caspian will all perform covers of some of the album’s most legendary tracks, on A Tribute to Nirvana, The Songs of MTV Unplugged in New York. Brad Stank has just shared a cover of “All Apologies,” which is his contribution to the release. Check it out and find out more below.
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CLASSIC ALBUMS REVISITED: Korn’s Influential Debut Album Turns 30 

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Around the 48-second mark of album opener “Blind” Jonathan Davis screams “Are you ready?” Looking back at 30 years of history and an ever-shifting heavy music landscape, holy shit, Davis could not have realized how impactful of a statement that would become. Continue reading →


ALBUM REVIEW: The Jesus Lizard – Rack

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Twenty-five years since their dissolution and Noise-Rockers The Jesus Lizard are back, with the classic line-up of Mac McNeilly – Drums, David Wm Sims – Bass, Duane Denison – Guitar, and David Yow – Vocals now fully restored. A quick history lesson for the uninitiated, the band formed in Austin, Texas in 1987 from the ashes of Scratch Acid, before relocating to Chicago in 1989. From there they would go onto put out a string of groundbreaking releases including a split single with some band called Nirvana, who you may have heard of. Continue reading →


RIP Saint Vitus Bar – The Home of Metal 2013-2024 and The Top 5 Shows (Nirvana, Against Me!)

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Pour one out for Saint Vitus Bar, The Home of Metal (and more) 2013-2024. We share our feelings on the closing and also:

We ranked the Top Five Most Important Shows Ever at Saint Vitus Bar
Top 15 Shows Covered by Ghost Cult
Top Interviews we conducted there
Top 5 Special Events

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Nirvana’s 1990s Classic Song “Heart Shaped Box” Heard in The Season 4 Finale of “The Boys”

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The Boys Season 4 just had its epic finale on Amazon. Over the final scenes and end credits of the episode Nirvana’s 1990s classic song “Heart Shaped Box” could be heard. The track comes from In Utero (DGC Records) album, which has its 30th anniversary last year and saw a deluxe boxed set both as a vinyl boxed set and DSPs. The song has been one of the most covered Nirvana songs, used especially in television and movies. Continue reading →