Guns N Roses’ Duff McKagan announces solo US tour, shares new concert video

The Jesus and Mary Chain just announced they’re striking out on a 27-concert, North American co-headlining tour with The Psychedelic Furs and special guest Frankie Rose this fall.Early on in the run, the ’80s alt icons will make three New York stops.First up, they’re slated to bring their unique brands of pop to New York City’s Beacon Theatre on Friday, Oct. 4.

Slash has suggested that Guns N’ Roses will have an especially busy year in 2025.The individual members of the legendary rock band have largely been concentrating on their own projects. Last month, Slash released his blues covers album ‘Orgy Of The Damned’ while earlier this month, Duff McKagan announced a US solo tour.Slash was asked about his future plans in an interview for Loudwire Nights, where he revealed the wheels would soon be in motion for Guns N’ Roses.“I’m going into the studio with the Conspirators [his project with Myles Kennedy], getting a new record done and then after that, 2025 is all about Guns N’ Roses,” he said.“We’re trying to get some things going with that.

H1-KEY have officially released their third mini-album ‘Love or Hate’, along with a music video for title track ‘Let It Burn’.Both the record and accompanying visual were released on June 19 at 6pm KST. The latter features the four members of H1-KEY as rebellious students of a high school, as they revel in the nostalgic joys of being teenagers while embracing their defiant spirit.The song itself is “characterised by rebellious and straightforward lyrics different from past H1-KEY songs”, they said in a press conference for the release.

Julien Baker on tour would be a huge mistake.Baker, 28, just announced her first true solo tour since her 2021-22 ‘Little Oblivions Tour.’This time around, the indie folk/art rocker will pound the pavement at U.S., Canadian and British venues from September through November.As of now, the “Appointments” singer doesn’t have a New York concert lined up but will headline at the inaugural NYC edition of the All Things Go Festival on Sept. 29 alongside big names like Chappell Roan, Reneé Rapp, MUNA, Janelle Monáe and Ethel Cain among others.“Excited to be getting back on the road with the band,” Baker shared on Instagram.

Ivan Cornejo turned 20.Less than two weeks later, the rapidly rising Regional Mexican singer-songwriter announced he’s heading out on his ‘Mirada Tour’ from July through October.As of now, Cornejo isn’t slated to perform in New York or New Jersey but will get close when he swings into Bridgeport, CT’s Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater on Saturday, Sept. 7 and Boston, MA’s Leader Bank Pavilion on Sunday, Sept.

The Simpsons producer and writer has dismissed Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan’s claims that Duff Beer was named after him.Last week, McKagan opened up about The Simpsons reportedly using his name for the fictional beer brand on the popular animated show.He first made the claim in his 2011 autobiography, It’s So Easy And Other Lies, where he stated that a “production company working on a new animated series” contacted him in 1988/89, asking if they could use the name ‘Duff’ for a band of beer in the show,” due to his reputation “big drinker”.McKagan claims that he granted his permission, but numerous writers on The Simpsons have since dismissed his claims.In a new interview with Stereogum, McKagan reiterated his claim, saying: “I didn’t know about branding or anything like that, but that show took off. And then they started selling merch and stuff.

Nilüfer Yanya has announced her new album ‘My Method Actor’ and shared the new single ‘Method Actor’ – check out the song’s video below.The album will be released on September 13 via Ninja Tune, the London musician’s third studio record. It has been produced by Wilma Archer, known for his work with Sudan Archives, MF Doom and Celeste.The new single sees Yanya exploring themes of memory and self-identity, and it comes with a visualiser that was filmed in an old hotel in Benidorm, Spain.

Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan has insisted that The Simpsons named Duff Beer after him.The rock n’ roll star first made the claim in his 2011 autobiography It’s So Easy and Other Lies, stating that a “production company working on a new animated series” contacted him in 1988/89 to ask if they could use the name ‘Duff’ for a band of beer in the show,” owing to his reputation as a “big drinker”.Believing it was a low-budget animation project, McKagan laughed off the request and said “no problem”. However, he began to take notice when Duff became an integral part of the show, and merchandise started popping up all over the world.

Hanson isn’t above a clever gimmick.The ’90s trio behind the unforgettable cultural sensation “Mmmbop” just announced that they’re taking off on their ‘Underneath Experience Tour’ this fall. They’ll play their 2004 album “Underneath” in its entirety two nights in a row at venues all over North America on the run.That’s not all, though.Each night will be wholly different ‘Underneath Experience’ experiences.On night one, Taylor, Isaac and Zac will perform an acoustic version of the 13-song record along with special guest Matthew Sweet.

Sixpence None The Richer have announced their first tour with all four original members in almost 20 years. Find all the information below.The US alt-rock band, best known for their singles ‘Kiss Me’ (1998) and ‘Breathe Your Name’ (2002), are due to hit the road in the US this autumn for their ‘We Are Love’ 25th anniversary trek.It has been confirmed that the full original line-up – Leigh Nash, Matt Slocum, Dale Baker and Justin Cary – will perform at the upcoming shows, which are set to coincide with new music from the group.Sixpence None The Richer’s 2024 US reunion tour will include stops in Memphis, Houston, New Orleans, Chicago, Nashville, Philadelphia, Boston, New York and other locations.Tickets go on general sale tomorrow (Friday June 14) – you’ll be able to buy yours here.

Adam Thomas has said it 'breaks my heart' as he shared an emotional video with fans in which his daughter could be seen in tears. The actor took to social media with the clip of little Elsie saying goodbye to her cousins at the end of a wholesome family holiday.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has spoken out following the news that Giovanni Pernice won't be returning to Strictly Come Dancing.The actress, who took home the glitterball trophy with Giovanni in 2021, made a splash on Instagram with an exciting update just after the 2024 Strictly cast was revealed. The 29 year old star is set to delve into her ancestry on the BBC's Who Do You Think You Are? and joining a stellar line-up, including Line of Duty's Vicky McClure, TV host Paddy McGuinness, TOWIE icon Gemma Collins, Olympic legend Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill, and pop sensations Olly Murs and Mel C.

following the May 29 release of Netflix’s three-part docuseries, In a video published on June 10 , Derrick speaks to camera about the impact the documentary has had on her and her husband’s lives. “Since this documentary came out, we feel like our lives have been put in danger,” she says, perched on the edge of a bed wearing mint green leggings and a black racerback tank.Miranda Derrick and her husband, the dancer James “BDash” Derrick, are featured prominently in the docuseries as members of the alleged , run by Robert Shinn, who is also the founder and pastor at LA's Shekinah church.

Vanna White is saying goodbye to her Wheel of Fortune co-star Pat Sajak!

Ice Spice‘s highly anticipated debut album ‘Y2K’ has finally received a release date – find out more below.Yesterday (June 5), the New York rapper took to social media to reveal that cover and released date for her debut album, ‘Y2K’. Per the rapper, the album is due to arrive on July 26.

The Killers have announced a surprise intimate gig in New York City ahead of their UK and Ireland tour.Brandon Flowers and co will take over the Bowery Ballroom – an iconic venue in Manhattan’s Lower East Side with a capacity of 500 people – this Friday (June 7). General ticket sales will commence tomorrow (June 6) at 10am local time.

Maria Becerra is going on the biggest tour of her career. The Argentinean singer has shared some dates for her 2024 world tour, titled, #Tour24. The tour, which has over 50 stops in countries all over the world, is touted as the biggest of her career.Premio Lo Nuestro 2024: Who are the nominees?New Music Friday: Cardi B, Carin León, J Balvin, Miley Cyrus, and moreBecerra’s tour will have stops at some of the major cities in the world, including US cities like New York and Los Angeles.

Machine Gun Kelly’s live guitarist Sophie Lloyd has announced her first solo headline show. Find all the details below.The musician released her first studio album, ‘Imposter Syndrome’, last November via Autumn Records.She began playing in Machine Gun Kelly’s live band for his huge ‘Mainstream Sellout’ world tour in 2022.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic Cyndi Lauper is retiring from the road. The “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” singer-songwriter announced a farewell tour Monday morning, setting one last national jaunt that will take her to arenas in 23 cities in North America this fall before she calls it a day as a touring artist. Lauper did not release any statement explaining her reasons for deciding to do a farewell tour now, although she is expected to talk about it later this week as she promotes a new documentary about her career, “Let the Canary Sing,” that premieres on Paramount+ Tuesday.

Thom Yorke has announced an upcoming solo tour, which will include dates in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Japan.While details remain scarce, W.A.S.T.E. HQ – an official website for Radiohead and Radiohead-related news – shared a preview of the tour graphic today (June 2), along with the confirmed countries that Yorke will perform in, with cities and venues yet to be revealed.The graphic shows that the trek will be called the ‘Everything’ tour and that it promises Yorke “playing work from across his career”.Last Friday, Yorke shared a clip of him performing a piano-led cover of Radiohead’s ‘Bloom’, with a message pointing fans to subscribe to W.A.S.T.E.’s newsletter for “some new news coming shortly” that’s “mostly concerning Australasia and Japan”.Subscribe to w.a.s.t.e for some new news coming shortly, mostly concerning Australasia and Japan https://t.co/7oy3Av36u3 pic.twitter.com/GJdKw18Qgb— Thom Yorke (@thomyorke) May 31, 2024In April, the Radiohead and The Smile frontman released his soundtrack for Confidenza, an Italian thriller directed by Daniele Luchetti.