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Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley makes non-Linkin Park announcement

Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley makes non-Linkin Park announcement

Disney/Randy HolmesSum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley has made his announcement, which has nothing to do with Linkin Park.As previously reported, the “Fat Lip” rockers teased that Whibley would be sharing some news Wednesday, which coincided with the end a countdown clock Linkin Park had started. Given that he sang with Mike Shinoda on a celebrated version of…read more »

John 5 urges folks to adopt not shop in new PETA ad

John 5 urges folks to adopt not shop in new PETA ad

courtesy of PETAMötley Crüe guitarist John 5 has teamed with PETA to help promote pet adoption. The rocker and his rescue dog Churro, a hairless Chinese crested mix, appear in a new campaign for the organization, urging folks to go to shelters to adopt their pets rather than shopping or going through breeders.In the clip, John 5…read more »

Linkin Park’s countdown clock is now counting up

Linkin Park’s countdown clock is now counting up

ABC/Image Group LAIt looks like we’ll have to wait awhile more for a Linkin Park announcement.On Saturday, the “Numb” rockers launched a countdown clock that began at 100 hours, offering no context as to what they were counting down to. However, when the clock finally hit zero on Wednesday shortly after 2:15 p.m. ET, the…read more »

Cherub Rock, part three: Billy Corgan & Chloé Mendel expecting new baby

Cherub Rock, part three: Billy Corgan & Chloé Mendel expecting new baby

Barry Brecheisen/Getty ImagesBilly Corgan and Chloé Mendel have smashing good news.In an interview with People, the Smashing Pumpkins frontman and his wife announce that they’re expecting a new baby.”We are overjoyed to announce that our family is growing!” Mendel says. “It’s an exciting time for us, although unexpected!” The new addition will be Corgan and Mendel’s third child, following…read more »

Anyway, here’s Weezer’s Rivers Cuomo covering “Wonderwall”

Anyway, here’s Weezer’s Rivers Cuomo covering “Wonderwall”

Kieran Frost/RedfernsAs Oasis famously declared on “Wonderwall,” “Today is gonna be the day that they’re gonna throw it back to you.” Well, “today” is now and “it” is Rivers Cuomo’s cover of “Wonderwall.”Weezer is marking the reunion of the Gallagher brothers with throwback footage of Cuomo performing “Wonderwall.” They write in the caption, “Anyway, here’s Wonderwall,” a reference…read more »

Bad Religion cancels tour amid “unforeseen family circumstance”

Bad Religion cancels tour amid “unforeseen family circumstance”

Bad Religion has canceled their upcoming U.S. fall tour, which was set to kick off in September.In an Instagram post, the punk vets cite an “unforeseen family circumstance.””We apologize for any disappointment and disruption this may cause,” the post reads. “We appreciate your understanding. For ticket refunds, please visit the point of purchase.” Bad Religion also…read more »

10-year-old ‘AGT’ contestant follows up “Last Resort” cover with “Master of Puppets” performance

10-year-old ‘AGT’ contestant follows up “Last Resort” cover with “Master of Puppets” performance

Trae Patton/NBCAfter making headlines for her shredding rendition of Papa Roach’s “Last Resort,” 10-year-old guitar phenom Maya Neelakantan delivered another rocking cover on America’s Got Talent.During Tuesday’s quarterfinal episode, Maya performed Metallica’s classic “Master of Puppets” while joined by a live band. In addition to surely impressing fans of the “Enter Sandman” legends and Eddie Munson alike, Maya…read more »

Oasis denies Glastonbury rumors

Oasis denies Glastonbury rumors

Peter Bischoff/Getty ImagesWhile Oasis is indeed reuniting, their 2025 tour won’t include Glastonbury.In an statement posted to Instagram, the “Wonderwall” outfit writes, “Despite media speculation, Oasis will not be playing Glastonbury 2025 or any other festivals next year.””The only way to see the band perform will be on their Oasis Live ’25 World tour,” the post…read more »