In this exclusive conversation with Ghost Cult Keefy, Buzz Osbourne explores the creative process behind the new album Tarantula Heart out now via Ipecac Recordings discussing its themes, inspirations, and perspectives on Melvins’ iconic sound.Continue reading
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INTERVIEW: High on Fire on “Cometh the Storm” – Crafting Our Epic Album with Matt and Jeff
In this episode, Matt Pike and Jeff Matz of High On Fire share insights into the making of “Cometh the Storm” (MNRK Music, MNRK Heavy) discussing the album’s themes, influences, and the band’s signature sonic approach. Hear why this is a standout in their illustrious discography.Continue reading
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: New Rock and Metal Releases for 4-19-24
PREVIEW: New Music Friday – New Rock and Metal Releases for 4-19-24
ALBUM REVIEW: Oozing Wound – We Cater To Cowards
Judging by the name, Oozing Wound should be a run-of-the-mill Death Metal outfit with all of the daft connotations that come with the genre. Thankfully the band is signed to the excellent Thrill Jockey Records, so safe to say this is not the case. What it does demonstrate, however, is a band not afraid to annoy overly serious music journos like me, and artists are supposed to stick it to the man, who in this case would be me. Ahem.
Ipecac Recordings Presents Geek Show Tour 2023 with Mr. Bungle, The Melvins, and Spotlights
Mr. Bungle, the Melvins, and Spotlights join forces this Spring, resurrecting Ipecac Recordings’ storied Geek Show tour, with the labelmates performing several shows across the Western U.S.
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: October 15th New Music Releases
The Melvins Release “Revolve” (Acoustic Version)” – Unplugged Album Coming Soon
Melvins will release their new album, their career-spanning acoustic collection of reimagined originals and covers: Five Legged Dog (Oct. 15 via Ipecac Recordings). The band has shared it’s biggest commercial hit song “Revolve”, from 1994’s Stoner Witch album, recast as “Revolve” (Acoustic Version)”. Stream that now and pre-order the album.
LIVESTREAM REVIEW: The Melvins – Melvins TV Volume 3: Mayday! Mayday! Mayday!
After a year and change of no live shows, every single band on the planet has got to adapt themselves into the world of live streaming. The few live stream concerts I’ve seen have portrayed each band’s unique style and vision, but none as bizarre as The Melvins’ Volume 3: Mayday! Mayday! Mayday! which aired last Saturday, May 1st. The complete show is exactly what you would expect from this legendary band. The live stream started with acoustic versions of ‘Dark Brown Teeth’, a King Buzzo cover, and ‘Up The Dumper’. The most interesting and funny aspect of this particular live stream is that it felt like you were hanging out with the band in between songs. Each transition from song to song had a small interview that started with the whole band, then with Buzz Osborne, followed by Steven McDonald, and finishing with Dale Crover. Each interview featured hilarious stories of the band and their lives that covered the usage of masks to, of course, weed. The overall performance of the band was superb with a sound the sound quality you would expect from a band like The Melvins and the visuals were in the more psychedelic side that went along well with each of the played tracks. Overall this was a fun and refreshing way of conducting a live stream event and one that only sets up for the upcoming return of live shows.Continue reading
LIVESTREAM REVIEW: Melvins TV: Volume 2 – Divine Monkeyshines Valentine’s Day Special
A Melvins Valentine’s Day Special……. Yeah…….. let that sink in for a moment. If you were anything like me you started with a puzzled look that slowly turned into a grin as the gears began turning trying to imagine what this could entail. With Covid changing the game everyone has had to dig into their bag of tricks and hustle like never before. It’s like touring (thanx to social media) has turned into who can be more creative and really tap into what they think their fans are going to want. So, a lot of bands have been going the route of the “Live Stream ”, but how the hell do you get ppl to pay to watch a band play in front of nobody? I mean it’s like sitting in on a rehearsal, it’s cool but you’re not getting the feels or the energy of the crowd and artist interaction.