From underground gems to headline-worthy drops, it’s New Music Friday for 5-30-25
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PREVIEW: New Music Friday – Rock and Metal Releases for 5-30-25
From underground gems to headline-worthy drops, it’s New Music Friday for 5-30-25
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INTERVIEW: Jarboe on The Reissue of “Disburden Disciple” on Vinyl, and Her Many Vocal Styles
In this latest episode, Ghost Cult’s Managing Editor Tom Osman interviews the one and only Jarboe! One of her most influential and boundary-breaking albums, “Disburden Disciple” on vinyl for the first time ever for its 25th anniversary, out now via The Circle Music. Jarboe shares her excitement over the reissue, her path as a DIY artist back in the day, her songcraft, work with Swans, a strange connection with Phil Anselmo of Pantera, and much more! Hail Jarboe!Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Jarboe – Disburden Disciple (25th Anniversary)
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Disburden Disciple (The Circle Music)—the first truly “post-Swans” solo record from the ever-magikal (and prolific!) singer, musician and songwriter Jarboe (remastered and available on vinyl for the first time).
ALBUM REVIEW: Little Annie – With
Since the late seventies, Annie Bandez (known as Little Annie) has carved out a singular path as a singer, painter, and performance artist. Over the years she has collaborated with many luminaries of the Alternative music scene. With (Cold Spring) is a compilation that brings together many of Annie’s key collaborations on one record for the first time.Continue reading
Swans Announce North American Tour, New Album “Birthing” Incoming
Swans, who recently announced their seventeenth studio album, Birthing, (Young God Records), have confirmed a North American tour supporting the highly-anticipated release. A preview of Birthing, produced by Michael Gira and recorded at Soundfabrik Berlin, can be heard via the recently released song, “I Am A Tower.” Listen here:
Swans Book Headlining North American Tour – New Album Coming Soon
Having recently announced a May 30th release for their upcoming seventeenth studio album, Birthing, on Young God Records/Mute, Swans, have now confirmed their first North American tour in support of the record. Kicking off on Sept. 4 in Philadelphia, with Little Annie and Paul Wallfisch opening, tickets are on-sale Friday, March 21, at 10 a.m. local time. Find live listings and more below.
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Human Impact (Unsane, Cop Shoot Cop, Made Out of Babies, Daughters) Book US and European Tour Dates
Human Impact – featuring members of Chris Spencer (Unsane), Jim Coleman (Cop Shoot Cop), Eric Cooper (Made Out of Babies) and Jon Syverson (Daughters) – have announced their first U.S. tour since 2021. It kicks off May 17th in Austin, TX, running through to Seattle, WA, May 25th, and is followed the next month by 14 dates in Europe. These shows come in support of their Ipecac Recordings album, Gone Dark, released October last year. Keep reading below for more information.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Jaye Jayle – After Alter
Jaye Jayle went from being Evan Patterson’s solo project that explored sounds outside of what he did in Young Widows and has now become a full-fledged band.Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Haunted Horses – Dweller
On the band’s fourth album, Dweller (Three One G Records), Seattle Noise-Punk trio Haunted Horses treat the listener to a ghastly, gothic, sci-fi nightmare of the soul. Continue reading