Music

‘Hunger Games’ Soundtrack Featuring Arcade Fire, the Decemberists is No. 1

The soundtrack for “The Hunger Games” debuted No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart this week, counting sales of 175,000 copies, according to Nielsen Soundscan.
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Posted 29 Mar 2012 | Alternative, Music, Rock, Rock News | 0 Comments

AWOLNATION’s ‘Sail’ Goes Platinum, Aaron Bruno Explains Song’s Genesis

AWOLNATION are the hot alternative act of the moment, as their chart-topping single “Sail” off “Megalithic Symphony” has been certified platinum.
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Posted 29 Mar 2012 | Alternative, Music, Rock News | 0 Comments

Linkin Park to Release New Single, ‘Burn It Down,’ Says Mike Shinoda

Rap-rock band Linkin Park have announced they’ll release a shiny new single, “Burn It Down,” to rock radio on April 16.
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Posted 29 Mar 2012 | Alternative, Music, Rock, Rock News | 0 Comments

The Offspring Complete Work on New Album

New music from the Offspring is on the way. Singer Dexter Holland has announced via Twitter that the punk rock band have finished recording their new album.
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Posted 28 Mar 2012 | Alternative, Music, Rock, Rock News | 0 Comments

Soundgarden, Stone Temple Pilots’ Scott Weiland, Evanescence to Appear on ‘Avengers’ Soundtrack

The full track list for the soundtrack for “The Avengers” is out, and it features Soundgarden, Stone Temple Pilots’ Scott Weiland, Evanescence, Bush and more.
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Posted 28 Mar 2012 | Alternative, Music, Rock, Rock News | 0 Comments

Ronnie Montrose Tribute Show to Feature Sammy Hagar, Members of Kiss

Sammy Hagar, members of Kiss, Tesla, Styx and more are taking part in a special tribute concert for Ronnie Montrose.
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Posted 28 Mar 2012 | Music, Rock, Rock News | 0 Comments

Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl, Josh Groban Appear in New Tenacious D Video

Tenacious D have unleashed a video for their new album, “Rize of the Fenix,” and it features cameos from Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl and singer Josh Groban.
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Posted 28 Mar 2012 | Music, Rock, Rock News | 0 Comments

Smashing Pumpkins Announce Release Date for ‘Oceania’

Smashing Pumpkins have announced an exclusive agreement with EMI Label Services/Caroline Distribution to pump out their latest album, “Oceana.”
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Posted 28 Mar 2012 | Alternative, Grunge, Music, Rock News | 0 Comments

Alice in Chains Announce First Show of 2012

Alice in Chains have announced their first official show of 2012, and it’s a benefit concert that also serves as a tribute to guitarist Jerry Cantrell.
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Posted 27 Mar 2012 | Alternative, Grunge, Music, Rock, Rock News | 0 Comments

Demon Hunter Frontman: ‘Most Bands Feel the Need to Prove Themselves’

Seattle metallers Demon Hunter are long known for not only their pummeling music, but also for their strong Christian beliefs.
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Posted 27 Mar 2012 | Metal, Music, Rock News | 0 Comments