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Associated Press
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Music Review: The Black Keys' 'No Rain, No Flowers' puts a feel-good spin on a turbulent year
NEW YORK (AP) — The Ohio alt-rock band the Black Keys are finding their way home on their 13th full-length LP, 'No Rain, No Flowers.' The journey hasn't been easy. Last year, the Grammy-winning duo underwent a fiery, public split with their management after their arena tour was unceremoniously canceled. But on 'No Rain, No Flowers,' guitarist and vocalist Dan Auerbach and drummer Pat Carney put a feel-good spin on their recent career turbulence. The album pulls the raw blues, psychedelia, garage rock and roots music of their 23-year discography into a single package. Discerning fans won't have to look hard for nods to their rough 2024. The opening track begins with a synthesizer-infused post-punk riff that leaves a sense of both inner peace and simmering resentment. After warning 'There's evil people in this world / Live long enough and you will be burned,' Auerbach's easygoing voice assures that 'Baby, the damage is done / It won't be long 'til we're back in the sun.' Their fourth album in five years marks a return to the prolific pace they maintained early on in their career. Underdogs no more, the critically acclaimed duo's tenure shows itself on this album, in a mix of trusted creative partners and long-admired new collaborators. And perhaps truer to their name, this iteration of the Black Keys includes a lot more piano. The band says they've never worked with someone who writes on the piano like Rick Nowels, who appeared on Lana Del Rey 's Auerbach-produced album 'Ultraviolence.' Hip-hop producer Scott Storch plays keyboard on the groovy 'Babygirl,' which is part-power pop, part-Rolling Stones with its sharp rhythmic piano and lyrical self-assertiveness. He's also on 'Make You Mine,' where Auerbach's upper register and a string section push the band as close to Bee Gees' disco as they'll get. But they're at their best with moody, trance-inducing tracks like 'Down to Nothing,' where Auerbach's guitar elicits the feeling of yearning that's remained a constant throughout their catalog. The album leaves listeners with the twangy tones and folksier sounds of Nashville — where many of its contributors work and where Auerbach launched his Easy Eye Sound record label eight years ago. Music City songwriter Pat McLaughlin brings the same Americana sound of Auerbach's 2017 solo album to the penultimate track 'A Little Too High,' an upbeat stomper that evokes The Eagles. Electronic backing vocals imbue the closer, 'Neon Moon,' with the same supernatural undercurrent as Kacey Musgraves' 2018 'Golden Hour' — both of which credit songwriter Daniel Tashian. Its natural imagery, however, is less complex. 'You can find it in the southern sky,' Auerbach sings, 'By the light of the neon moon.' 'Take me home / Back to you,' the chorus repeats. 'Take me home / Neon moon.' The Black Keys aren't quite home with this one. But they're certainly following the light.
Yahoo
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Everclear Celebrate ‘Sparkle and Fade' With Full Album Tour Down Under
Three decades after the release of Sparkle and Fade, Everclear are bringing their seminal 1995 album to life on an extensive 16-date Australian tour kicking off Nov. 21 in Newcastle. The Portland alt-rock outfit, led by founding member Art Alexakis, will perform the beloved album in full each night — including hits like 'Santa Monica' and deep cuts like 'Strawberry' — alongside other fan favorites from their discography. More from Billboard Coldplay's Chris Martin Bounces Back From Astronomer Kiss-Cam Scandal With Sweet Serenade of Soccer Legend Lionel Messi & Wife 'Quietly Impressed': Bad Company Talks Upcoming Tribute Album 'Can't Get Enough' Ice Cube Tries to Save the World in First Trailer For Ominous 'War of the Worlds' Remake In a statement shared with fans, Alexakis said, 'Because of its success and lasting impact, this band has survived and prospered for three decades, and this tour celebrating Sparkle and Fade is another way of us saying 'thank you' to all of the incredible fans — old and new.' He continued, 'We're excited to bring this tour to Australia. In addition to all the hits and fan favourites, we're going to pretty much play the whole album through the course of the show to commemorate this 30th anniversary.' Originally released in 1995, Sparkle and Fade marked Everclear's major label breakthrough and was certified platinum in the U.S. by the RIAA in 1996. While 'Santa Monica' became the band's breakout anthem, tracks like 'Heroin Girl' and 'Strawberry' earned a cult following among longtime fans. The latter has taken on new significance for Alexakis, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2019. Despite his health challenges, Alexakis has remained active on the road, with one dollar from every Everclear ticket sold donated to organizations including the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund and the National MS Society. The tour begins Nov. 21 at Bar on the Hill in Newcastle, followed by shows at Manning Bar in Sydney on Nov. 22, Caringbah Hotel on Nov. 23, Drifters Wharf in Gosford on Nov. 24, The Baso in Canberra on Nov. 27, Chelsea Heights Hotel in Chelsea Heights on Nov. 28, Prince Bandroom in St Kilda on Nov. 29, and Barwon Heads Hotel on Nov. 30. It continues to The Warehouse in Townsville on Dec. 2, Kings Beach Tavern in Caloundra on Dec. 4, The Back Room in Brisbane on Dec. 5, Miami Marketta on the Gold Coast on Dec. 6, Freo Social in Fremantle on Dec. 10, The Carine in Duncraig on Dec. 11, Magnet House in Perth on Dec. 12, and wraps at The Gov in Adelaide on Dec. 13. Presale tickets via Spotify and Bandsintown begin July 30 at 9 a.m. local time. General public tickets will be available from July 31 at 9 a.m. via Everclear 2025 Australian Tour Dates: Nov. 21 — Bar on the Hill, Newcastle NSW Nov. 22 — Manning Bar, Sydney NSW Nov. 23 — Caringbah Hotel, Caringbah NSW Nov. 24 — Drifters Wharf, Gosford NSW Nov. 27 — The Baso, Canberra ACT Nov. 28 — Chelsea Heights Hotel, Chelsea Heights VIC Nov. 29 — Prince Bandroom, St Kilda VIC Nov. 30 — Barwon Heads Hotel, Barwon Heads VIC Dec. 2 — The Warehouse, Townsville QLD Dec. 4 — Kings Beach Tavern, Caloundra QLD Dec. 5 — The Back Room, Brisbane QLD Dec. 6 — Miami Marketta, Gold Coast QLD Dec. 10 — Freo Social, Fremantle WA Dec. 11 — The Carine, Duncraig WA Dec. 12 — Magnet House, Perth WA Dec. 13 — The Gov, Adelaide SA Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart Solve the daily Crossword
The Guardian
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Jane's Addiction members sue singer Perry Farrell over onstage altercation
Members of Jane's Addiction have sued the alt-rock band's lead singer, Perry Farrell, after an on-stage altercation last fall that they claim derailed their North American tour and forthcoming album. Dave Navarro, Eric Avery and Stephen Perkins are seeking $10m from the 66-year-old singer. Guitarist Navarro is also suing Farrell for assault and battery for the onstage altercation at a Boston gig in September last year. Footage from the concert showed Farrell punching and shoving Navarro before he was restrained by crew members. He was then escorted off the stage. The band members reportedly allege in the complaint that 'Perry's repeated and unprovoked attack on Navarro was especially painful because Perry knew that Navarro was still weak and suffering from the effects of long Covid-19'. The attack allegedly continued backstage, where Farrell threw 'another unexpected punch at [Navarro], striking him on the left side of the face'. Following the incident, the band canceled the rest of their well-reviewed reunion tour, which marked the first time Avery joined the lineup since 2010, and Navarro's return after his bout with long Covid. At the time, Navarro released a statement on behalf of him, Avery and Perkins that read: 'Due to a continuing pattern of behavior and the mental health difficulties of our singer Perry Farrell, we have come to the conclusion that we have no choice but to discontinue the current US tour. 'Our concern for his personal health and safety as well as our own has left us no alternative. We hope that he will find the help he needs.' Farrell later apologized to fans and his bandmates, saying in a statement: 'This weekend has been incredibly difficult and after having the time and space to reflect, it is only right that I apologize to my bandmates, especially Dave Navarro, fans, family and friends for my actions during Friday's show. Unfortunately, my breaking point resulted in inexcusable behavior, and I take full accountability for how I chose to handle the situation.' The altercation precipitated the cancellation of the remaining 12 shows in the band's tour and delayed the production of their new album – the first featuring the band's classic lineup since 1990 – resulting in major financial losses. All three musicians are suing Farrell for emotional distress, negligence and breach of contract for the altercation, according to TMZ, the first to report the lawsuit. The lawsuit also alleges that Farrell was often intoxicated on tour and during shows. 'The problems with Perry's performance would often worsen as the night wore on and he became more intoxicated,' it reportedly reads. In the months since the incident, Navarro has shut down chances of a rapprochement with Farrell. 'I have to say that's my least favorite gig, without throwing animosity around and without naming names and pointing fingers,' Navarro told Guitar Player in May, adding that the situation was 'still very tender and unresolved'. The altercation 'forever destroyed the band's life', Navarro continued. 'And there's no chance for the band to ever play together again.' Founded by Farrell, Avery, Chris Brinkman and Matt Chaikin in Los Angeles in 1985, Jane's Addiction infused hard rock with psychedelic energy. Their first two albums went platinum in the US, and their 2003 comeback Strays reached the US top 10.
The Guardian
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Jane's Addiction members sue lead singer Perry Farrell over on-stage altercation
Member of Jane's Addiction have sued the alt-rock band's lead singer, Perry Farrell, after an on-stage altercation last fall that they claim derailed their North American tour and forthcoming album. Dave Navarro, Eric Avery and Stephen Perkins are seeking $10m from the 66-year-old singer. Guitarist Navarro is also suing Farrell for assault and battery for the on-stage altercation at a Boston gig in September last year. Footage from the concert showed Farrell punching and shoving Navarro before he was restrained by crew members. He was then escorted off the stage. The bandmembers reportedly allege in the complaint that 'Perry's repeated and unprovoked attack on Navarro was especially painful because Perry knew that Navarro was still weak and suffering from the effects of long Covid-19'. The attack allegedly continued backstage, where Farrell threw 'another unexpected punch at [Navarro], striking him on the left side of the face'. Following the incident, the band canceled the rest of their well-reviewed reunion tour, which marked the first time Avery joined the lineup since 2010, and Navarro's return after his bout with long Covid. At the time, Navarro released a statement on behalf of him, Avery and Perkins that read: 'Due to a continuing pattern of behavior and the mental health difficulties of our singer Perry Farrell, we have come to the conclusion that we have no choice but to discontinue the current US tour. 'Our concern for his personal health and safety as well as our own has left us no alternative. We hope that he will find the help he needs.' Farrell later apologized to fans and his bandmates, saying in a statement: 'This weekend has been incredibly difficult and after having the time and space to reflect, it is only right that I apologize to my bandmates, especially Dave Navarro, fans, family and friends for my actions during Friday's show. Unfortunately, my breaking point resulted in inexcusable behavior, and I take full accountability for how I chose to handle the situation.' The altercation precipitated the cancellation of the remaining 12 shows in the band's tour and delayed the production of their new album – the first featuring the band's classic lineup since 1990 – resulting in major financial losses. All three musicians are suing Farrell for emotional distress, negligence and breach of contract for the altercation, according to TMZ, the first to report the lawsuit. The lawsuit also alleges that Farrell was often intoxicated on tour and during shows. 'The problems with Perry's performance would often worsen as the night wore on and he became more intoxicated,' it reportedly reads. In the months since the incident, Navarro has shut down chances of a rapprochement with Farrell. 'I have to say that's my least favorite gig, without throwing animosity around and without naming names and pointing fingers,' Navarro told Guitar Player in May, adding that the situation was 'still very tender and unresolved'. The altercation 'forever destroyed the band's life,' Navarro continued. 'And there's no chance for the band to ever play together again.' Founded by Farrell, Avery, Chris Brinkman and Matt Chaikin in Los Angeles in 1985, Jane's Addiction infused hard rock with psychedelic energy. Their first two albums went platinum in the US, and their 2003 comeback Strays reached the US top 10.
ABC News
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Jebediah lock in Australian dates for October 2025
Aussie alt-rock icons Jebediah have been delighting Australian audiences for around 30 years now. They started strong, with 1996's Twitch EP serving as a brilliant introduction, and things only got better from there. From their acclaimed debut album Slightly Odway, all the way through to last year's brilliant sixth album Oiks, the band have consistently delivered spirited, often high energy and always imminently enjoyable music. The band will get back out on the road to celebrate the breadth of that music this October, and with no new album to plug and a bevy of greatest hits shows in the rearview, they'll use these shows as a chance to do something a little different. The tour will serve as something of a retrospective of their catalogue, offering fans a chance to see the band playing songs that don't necessarily get wheeled out all that often. "We've been playing a lot of festival sets where we wheel out all the hits, so to speak," Kevin Mitchell said in a statement today. "So, it's time for us to curate a set of songs that aren't just a parade of singles. "Hopefully the set will be different to anything we've done before and be more of a deeper cross section of our history that represents a bit of everything." As well as the tour, the band are preparing to reissue a few of their albums on vinyl, and will also upload a bevy of very rare material onto streaming platforms for the very first time. "We have found lots of old demo recordings that no one has ever heard before and B-sides that have never been digitally released so they are going to be really cool collections of material that hopefully long-time fans will enjoy," Mitchell says. "That is one of the redeeming features of digital music and streaming and stuff, is that it is very easy to put that kind of stuff out for people to hear. It's really for us and the hardcore fans to enjoy, a place for all this archival stuff to sit publicly." The excitement for those fans doesn't end there, either. There are whispers, fairly loud ones, about a forthcoming Jebediah documentary. That's something to pester them about when they come to your town. Fans in most capital cities around the country will get the chance to reacquaint themselves with classics and deep cuts from one of Australia's absolute favourite rock'n'roll bands. Catch Jebediah playing the following shows this October, proudly presented by Double J. Thursday 16 October — Lion Arts Factory, Kaurna Country, Adelaide Friday 17 October — Altar, Palawa Country, Hobart Saturday 18 October — The Croxton, Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country, Melbourne Thursday 23 October — The Triffid, Turrbal and Jagera Country, Brisbane Friday 24 October — Factory Theatre, Gadigal Country, Sydney Saturday 25 October — The Baso, Ngunnawal Country, Canberra Friday 31 October — Rosemount Hotel, Whadjuk Noongar Country, Perth Saturday 1 November — Rosemount Hotel, Whadjuk Noongar Country, Perth
