On Wednesday (February 12) Milwaukee’s Summerfest announced their stacked 2025 music lineup, which features diverse headliners Megan Thee Stallion, Hozier, Lainey Wilson, The Lumineers, Benson Boone, The Killers, Def Leppard, and James Taylor. Summerfest is spread across three weekends from June 19 to July 5, and features over 160 acts performing on 12 stages located throughout the 75-acre festival site on Lake Michigan. Other artists set to perform include Gary Clark Jr., DEVO, the Avett Brothers, Riley Green, Billy Corgan and the Machines of God, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Young the Giant, Lindsey Stirling, Cake, and the Fray. “As an independent music festival, Summerfest delivers a one-of-a-kind experience, bringing fans together from all backgrounds to enjoy incredible performances and Milwaukee’s vibrant energy,” said Sarah Pancheri, President and CEO, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. Tickets are currently on sale, including a special UScellular Power Pass offering admission for all nine days of the festival until February 18. (Billboard)
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After 25 years together, Mastodon and their co-founding guitarist Brent Hinds have amicably parted ways. The band announced the news on social media on Friday (March 7), writing: “We’re deeply proud of and beyond grateful for the music and history we’ve shared and we wish him nothing but success and happiness in his future endeavors.…
Mastodon Part Ways With Co-Founding Guitarist Brent Hinds
After 25 years together, Mastodon and their co-founding guitarist Brent Hinds have amicably parted ways. The band announced the news on social media on Friday (March 7), writing: “We’re deeply proud of and beyond grateful for the music and history we’ve shared and we wish him nothing but success and happiness in his future endeavors.…
Brian James, the founding member of English punk rock band The Damned, passed away on Thursday (March 6) at the age of 70. The sad news was shared on James' official Facebook page, which described him as “one of the true pioneers of music” and a “true gentleman,” while revealing that James died peacefully surrounded…
Brian James, Founding Member Of The Damned, Dead At 70
Brian James, the founding member of English punk rock band The Damned, passed away on Thursday (March 6) at the age of 70. The sad news was shared on James’ official Facebook page, which described him as “one of the true pioneers of music” and a “true gentleman,” while revealing that James died peacefully surrounded…
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the release of David Bowie's Young Americans, guitarist Carlos Alomar fondly recalls the making of the iconic album. Alomar praised Bowie's venture into what David called "plastic soul," which resulted in the English music legend’s first U.S. Top 10 charting album of his trailblazing career. Their collaboration on…
Guitarist Carlos Alomar Reflects On Making David Bowie’s Classic ‘Young Americans’ On Album’s 50th Anniversary
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the release of David Bowie’s Young Americans, guitarist Carlos Alomar fondly recalls the making of the iconic album. Alomar praised Bowie’s venture into what David called “plastic soul,” which resulted in the English music legend’s first U.S. Top 10 charting album of his trailblazing career. Their collaboration on…
Renowned drummer Aaron Rossi, known for his powerful playing with bands like Prong, Ministry, and Ankla, tragically passed away on January 27, 2025, due to a sudden heart attack. The news of his sad passing wasn’t officially announced until Thursday (March 6) in a post on Rossi’s official Facebook page. “Aaron leaving us so soon…
Aaron Rossi, Former Drummer In Ministry And Prong, Dead At 44
Renowned drummer Aaron Rossi, known for his powerful playing with bands like Prong, Ministry, and Ankla, tragically passed away on January 27, 2025, due to a sudden heart attack. The news of his sad passing wasn’t officially announced until Thursday (March 6) in a post on Rossi’s official Facebook page. “Aaron leaving us so soon…