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MusicR.I.P., Scott 'Top Ten' Kempner: Guitarist for the Dictators and the Del-Lords, Dead at 69
Kempner also had a solo career and was part of a short-lived band called Little Kings with Dion DiMucci. The Q RecommenderNew Music Friday: Peter Gabriel, the Violent Femmes, Soft Cell
Gabriel's first new album in more than a decade highlights the week's new releases. MusicKeane Issue Previously-Unreleased Single Originally Written for the Classic Holiday Film 'Love Actually'
“I realized what a dreadful mistake [I'd made] when six months later 'Hopes and Fears' was Number 1 in the charts." - Richard Curtis PlaylistsQ: The Music for the Weekend (December 1, 2023)
In this week's playlist, we open and close with the Pogues, and in between there's everything from Harry Styles to Killing Joke. The Q InterviewDave Alvin on the Blasters' Legacy, Playing with The Third Mind, Writing Music for John Waters, and Opening For Queen
"You've never really been booed until you've been booed by 17,000 Queen fans." MusicR.I.P. Shane MacGowan: Songwriter and Longtime Frontman for the Pogues, Dead at 65
The hard-living singer-songwriter composed such classic songs as "Fairytale of New York," "If I Should Fall From Grace With God," and "A Pair of Brown Eyes." The Q InterviewJohn Douglas of the Trashcan Sinatras Reflects on the Sudden Top 10 Success of 'Cake' After 33 Years
"We're getting lots of attention. We've not really had that too many times in our career, so it's been a very pleasant surprise!" MusicThe Jesus & Mary Chain Announce a New Album, New Tour, and Forthcoming Autobiography for 2024
New single, "Jamcod," is out now, with the album, 'Glasgow Eyes,' set for a March release The Q InterviewPhil Manzanera Has Put Roxy Music Back on the Shelf, But He and Andy Mackay Are Still Together
The guitar legend discusses his latest endeavor, his debut solo LP, and past collaborations with Brian Eno, David Gilmour, and Split Enz The Q InterviewMadness' Suggs on the Band's First No. 1 Album, Covering Supergrass, and the Importance of 'Norton Folgate'
"They'll say, 'Can you do [the "One Step Beyond" moves]?' And I'm like, 'Mate, I'm 62 years old. You do it, alright?'" The Q InterviewMariel Loveland of Best Ex on Leaving the Candy Hearts Behind and the Partial Delusion Required to Make It in Music
The singer-songwriter dissects her new album, reveals the ways touring has changed since the pandemic, and discusses how she's been inspired by Taylor Swift. MusicChris Butler Remembers Former Bandmate Mars Williams: 'He Was Equal Parts Charming and a Knucklehead...and Unbelievably Talented'
"I worked really hard to keep him interested [in The Waitresses], because he was so good that he'd get bored easily." PlaylistsQ: The Music for the Weekend (November 24, 2023)
In this week's playlist, the Rolling Stones and the Lightning Seeds share space with Andre 3000, Johnny Cash, and the Jasmine Minks Shows & FestivalsPaul Weller Provides Dates for April 2024 UK Tour
The new dates arrive on the heels of earlier-announced July shows in Ireland, Scarborough, and Edinburgh. MusicThe Hives Are Spreading: The Swedish Rockers Offer a Franchise Opportunity for Hives Cover Bands
"That's it! You people have stood in my way long enough! I'm going to start an officially-franchised Hives cover band!" Movies & TVDisney+ Fails to Renew 'The Muppets Mayhem' for Second Season
Can you picture that? For we cannot. The Q InterviewRobert Fripp on 50 Years of '(No Pussyfooting),' Working With Brian Eno, the Future of King Crimson, and More
The legendary guitarist also discusses collaborating with Daryl Hall and David Bowie, and a close encounter with Lester Bangs. MusicLightning Seeds Celebrate 35th Anniversary with new Best-Of Collection ('Tomorrow's Here Today') and Tour in 2024
The 2024 tour spans November and December and will take the band from Sheffield to Wolverhampton MusicR.I.P., Mars Williams, Saxophonist for the Waitresses, the Psychedelic Furs, and Liquid Soul, Dead at 68
The sax man also played on Billy Idol's "For a Lover," the Power Station's self-titled debut, and countless other songs and LPs The Q InterviewGraham Parker Still Makes Records Because He Still Writes Songs — Simple as That
Graham Parker discusses his lengthy career, his influences, and his fans — including Bruce Springsteen. Shows & FestivalsTaylor Swift Postpones Brazil Concert Due to 'Extreme Temperatures in Rio,' Issues Statement on Death of Fan at Previous Show
"I feel this loss deeply and my broken heart goes out to her family and friends," Swift wrote on Instagram PlaylistsQ: The Music for the Weekend (November 17, 2023)
In this week's playlist, Cat Power does Dylan, Suggs does Supergrass, and most everyone else does their own material MusicJenny Lewis Drops New Live Performance of 'Joy'All' While Prepping for Upcoming 'Joy'All' Ball Tour
The brief jaunt takes Lewis through California and up to Oregon and Washington for a few dates Movies & TVClassic Song Goes Hollywood: J. Kevin Swain to Direct Documentary on the Origin and History of 'Stand By Me'
The song has been recorded more than 1,000 times and has appeared on the Billboard Hot 100 more times than any other song MusicPosthumous Album by Lee 'Scratch' Perry, 'King Perry,' Set for Release in 2024, Preceded by New Single, '100lbs of Summer'
The LP was co-produced by Perry and Daniel Boyle and features guest appearances by Shaun Ryder and Greentea Peng MusicThe Zutons Announce New Album, 'The Big Decider,' Produced by Nile Rodgers and Ian Broudie
The new LP, the band's first full-length studio effort since 2008's 'You Can Do Anything,' will be preceded by a tour MusicPeter Hook And the Light Announce 2024 Tour of North America, The UK and Ireland
The former Joy Division and New Order bassist will be playing the 'Substance' albums by both bands during the shows The Q InterviewGlenn Mercer on The Feelies' Live Album of Velvet Underground covers, Their Connection to Jonathan Demme, and More
True story: if he'd had the funding, director Jonathan Demme would've done a Feelies concert film before doing 'Stop Making Sense' The Q InterviewNick Heyward on The 40th Anniversary of 'North of a Miracle' And Other Efforts From His Solo Catalogue
The Haircut One Hundred frontman discusses why he split with the band and whether they might yet return to America The Q InterviewNorman Blake of Teenage Fanclub on the Band's Ironically-Titled New Album, 'Nothing Lasts Forever,' And More
The Scottish songwriter/guitarist discusses his musical origins, working with BMX Bandits and Joe Pernice, and meeting Ray Davies. The Q InterviewPeter Frampton on His Latest Live Album, The State of His Health and the Best Bit About Being on 'The Simpsons'
The noted guitarist also talks about touring with David Bowie, guesting on 'Black Sheep Squadron,' and working with Dolly Parton and George Harrison ReviewsConcert Review: The Darkness, 9:30 Club, Washington, DC
The lads from Lowestoft bring their 'Permission to Land...Again' tour to a conclusion in one of Washington, DC's most iconic venues MusicCast Comes Back: The Britpop Band That Brought You 'Beat Mama' Is Back With Their First New Music in Six Years
You may also remember them from such hits as "Sandstorm," "Flying," and "Free Me" MusicRoyal Reunion: DJ Jazzy Jeff and 'Fresh Prince' Will Smith to reunite for 'A Grammy Salute to 50 Years of Hip-Hop'
Reunion with disgraced royalty: DJ Jazzy Jeff and 'Fresh Prince' Will Smith to reunite for 'A Grammy Salute to 50 Years of Hip-Hop' MusicGreen Day Celebrates 30 Years of 'Dookie' and 20 Years of 'American Idiot' With One Big Stadium Tour in 2024
Support acts on the US tour include Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid, and The Linda Lindas The Q InterviewStephen Duffy of The Lilac Time—Still Enthusiastic After All These Years
Even with a musical history that includes Duran Duran, "Kiss Me," Robbie Williams, and Barenaked Ladies, folk still comes first for the Lilac Time frontman MusicInterpol Make Plans to Play Anniversary Shows For Their 'Turn On the Bright Lights' and 'Antics' Albums in 2024
The NYC-based band's most recent LP was 2022's well-received 'The Other Side of Make-Believe.' MusicShooter Jennings Drops a New Live Album Featuring Non-Stop Warren Zevon Covers
The name of his backing band? The Werewolves of Los Angeles. Because of COURSE that's what they're called. MusicFinally Found a Home: After 10+ Years, Huey Lewis' Jukebox Musical 'The Heart of Rock & Roll' is Headed to Broadway
The musical broke the record for highest gross per performance at San Diego’s Old Globe theater in 2018 Shows & FestivalsWith 2023 Almost at an End, John Mellencamp Releases Dates for His "Live and In Person 2024" Tour
The 'Storytellers'-esque tour gives the singer-songwriter to tell some tales between the tunes MusicMGMT Locks In a February 23 Release Date for 'Loss of Life,' Their First New Studio LP in Six Years
The LP will be the band's first for Michael Goldstone's Mom + Pop Records MusicGeddy Lee of Rush Steps in Front of the Camera to Host New Docuseries About Bassists
The four-part series premieres on Paramount+ on December 5 MusicCourtney Love Pops Up on Unofficial TikTok Account to Announce New Album, Possibly in Time For The Holidays (But Probably Not)
If Love's TokTok claims are to be believed, the new LP could be "the longest record that’s ever been written in the history of rock" MusicFall Out Boy Announce 20th Anniversary Vinyl Reissue of Their Debut Album, 'Take This to Your Grave'
Fall Out Boy announce 20th anniversary vinyl reissue of their debut album, 'Take This to Your Grave' Shows & FestivalsCreed Succumbs to Apparent Public Outcry for Reunion, Announces 40-City 'Summer of '99' Tour
Finger Eleven will open the shows, with 3 Doors Down, Daughtry, Switchfoot, Tonic, and Big Wreck appearing on various other dates MusicPaul Rodgers Returns With New Record 'Midnight Sun': 'It's My Best Album to Date'
Former Bad Company frontman Paul Rodgers returns with new solo record, 'Midnight Sun,' on September 22, his first for Sun Records MusicPet Shop Boys Use Social Media to 'Call The Police' on Drake For Utilizing 'West End Girls' on His New Album
The chorus of the classic Pet Shop Boys single can be heard in Drake's song 'All The Parties' MusicSpotify Declares The Killers' 'Mr. Brightside' the Most Streamed Song in the UK During the Past 15 Years
The song has spent 382 weeks in the Top 100 since its initial release in 2003 MusicR.I.P., Dwight Twilley, Icon of '70s Power Pop ('I'm on Fire,' 'Girls'), Dead at 72
The singer-songwriter also penned 'Why You Wanna Break My Heart,' as sung by Tia Carrere in 'Wayne's World' MusicR.I.P., Rudolph Isley, Founding Member of The Isley Brothers
The Isleys scored 26 top-10 R&B hits during Rudy's tenure with the group