Classic Bands Archives — Page 16 of 125

Mavericks of Indie Rock and Alternative Dance EMF to Perform First US Gigs in 32 Years — Plus Interview

EMF, those mischievous lads from Cinderford, Gloucestershire, burst onto the scene in 1989 like a confetti cannon at a solemn dinner party. The name, officially standing for “Epsom Mad Funkers,”…

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The Psychedelic Furs and The Jesus and Mary Chain Announce Co-Headlining North American Tour

The Psychedelic Furs and The Jesus and Mary Chain are hitting the road together for a North American co-headline tour! It’s a double dose of greatness bound to rattle some…

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R.E.M. Reunite For the First Time in 15 Years — Watch Surprise Performance of “Losing My Religion”

Like a comet, often observed as a once-in-a-lifetime event, R.E.M. returned to the stage last night (June 13) at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. Celebrating their induction…

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UK Post-Punk Legends The March Violets Return with Their Video for “Hammer the Last Nail”

All I ask is the stars! It’s been quite the year for Leeds legends, The March Violets. They’ve recently signed with Metropolis Records and have a shiny new album, Crocodile…

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Elizabeth Fraser Performs “Song to the Siren” with Massive Attack for the First Time Ever

In a long-awaited return to the stage, Massive Attack delivered their first concert in five years tonight with a spellbinding surprise: Elizabeth Fraser’s haunting rendition of Tim Buckley’s “Song to…

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Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Debut Exuberant New Single “Frogs”

Ushering in the week he knelt down and crushed his brother’s head in with a bone It’s my great privilege to walk you home The tale of Cain and Abel…

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Clan of Xymox Unveil Dystopian Cyberpunk Video for Their New Single “X-Odus”

In the ever-evolving landscape of post-punk and gothic rock, Clan of Xymox has been a constant presence for four decades. Originally hailing from the Netherlands, the band, fronted by the…

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Love and Rockets and Jane’s Addiction Announce 2024 North American Tour

Jane’s Addiction and Love and Rockets are joining forces for a co-headlining 2024 North American tour. The two legendary alt-rock groups will embark on a 23-city trek starting in early…

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Listen to the Spacious Pop of Manchester Indie Rock Ensemble The Speed of Sound’s New Album “A Cornucopia: Minerva”

Hailing from Manchester, The Speed of Sound is a band composed of father and son John Armstrong (guitars and vocals) and Henry Armstrong (keyboards), Ann-Marie Crowley (vocals and guitar), Kevin…

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The Chameleons Release “Where Are You?” Single with Three Songs Ahead of North American Tour

Long hailed as a pivotal force in the post-punk musical landscape, Manchester’s The Chameleons have indelibly influenced luminaries such as The Verve, Oasis, White Lies, The Slow Readers Club, Interpol,…

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