There will never be any shortage of bands I haven’t seen but want to see. One of those is playing Nashville on Feb. 18. Whores., correctly penned by their publicity folk, is a powerhouse trio from Atlanta. YouTube their live stuff and you’ll see how intense they are.
How I’ve never seen this until today I don’t know, but from That’s Live – the Biggest Rock Band on Earth, in Cesena – July 2016 – here it is. And it’s amazing.
The awards show will feature performances from Avenged Sevenfold, Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine, Anthrax, Judas Priest’s Rob Halford, Halestorm, Body Count, In This Moment, Lita Ford, Nothing More, Starset, Hatebreed’s Jamey Jasta and Power Trip, along with a bunch of surprises throughout the night!
I’m not into contemporary Christian music, but one of the genre’s biggest and most successful tours typically has a small rock flair. The 2018 lineup has been announced and Skillet is the headliner for 2018.
I’ve seen Skillet at this event once before and if you want to get close – there won’t likely be a pit – you’ll have to arrive really early, as the entry is $15 GA at the door and you’ll have to sit through a few acts you’s rather not.
But as far as an encouraging worship experience, it’s great. You’ll just have to deal with the soft music until Skillet shreds and they won’t hold back.
First things first, the Memphis date has been postponed, so my first look at The Struts, opening for Foo Fighters, will have to wait until Thursday in Birmingham.
I’ve been trying to find the words to describe The Struts – but it sort of like Queen and The Strokes had four babies and the babies formed a band. That would be this band.
The UK foursome has produced some of the most dance-happy rock you haven’t heard. You have a chance Thursday in Birmingham, so take advantage of the opportunity.
They’ve played with the Stones and can boast Motley Crue among their fanbase. You’ll be in that mix too. So if you were planning just to get to BJCC in time for Foo Fighters Thursday, get there earlier and see these guys.
This is the latest single, but subscribe to their Vevo and familiarize yourself and sing along Thursday. “Could Have Been Me” may be my favorite track. It is below too.
You won’t find a better deal the rest of the year than seeing Foo Fighters for $29.50 (plus service charges). Head over to Ticketmaster to get this deal for the show Tuesday at FedExForum.
It’s been more than 10 years since I’ve see Dave Grohl and the boys and I plan to be there with you.
While you’re at it, go pick up the new “Concrete and Gold” plus a bevy of awesome Foo shirts from the band’s store – The Shop of Foo.
From FooFighters.com, the making of “Concrete and Gold.”
Marilyn Manson has been tasked with covering Johnny Cash’s “God’s Gonna Cut You Down” for Ethan Hawk’s upcoming “24 Hours To Live” movie.
It’s actually even a cover for Cash, with ties to Elvis Presley among others. But like this article from NME, Cash has the most recognized version of the reinvented folk song.