Taylor Swift’s Remarkable Year 2023 has been a significant year for Taylor Swift. Masters Acquisition In March, Swift concluded a nearly six-year-long dispute by reclaiming her masters from Shamrock Capital. The private equity firm had acquired them from Scooter Braun’s Ithaca Holdings in 2020, following Braun’s purchase of Big Machine Records in 2019. Swift expressed…
Winger Announces Retirement from Touring, Leaves Future Open In a recent discussion with Anthony Bryant of The Hair Metal Guru, Rod Morgenstein, drummer for Winger, addressed the band’s decision to cease touring following their final show on August 31, 2025, at the Rainbow Bar & Grill Backyard Bash in West Hollywood, California. He remarked, “It’s…
DAVID BIANCULLI, HOST: Welcome to FRESH AIR. I’m TV critic David Bianculli. Last weekend, a tribute concert was held for Raul Malo and his band, The Mavericks, at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. Artists like Steve Earle, Patty Griffin, and Jim Lauderdale participated. However, Malo, who had been battling cancer, was unable to attend and…
Metal streaming sensation Nik Nocturnal is back with the 2025 edition of his annual awards show, celebrating the best in metal music. How to Watch the 2025 Nocturnal Awards The 2025 Nocturnal Awards will be broadcast live from Sweetwater HQ today, December 12, at 5 PM ET on Nik Nocturnal’s Twitch channel (twitch.tv/niknocturnal). The event…
Mariah Carey, often dubbed the “Queen of Christmas,” has once again marked the start of the festive season. Her iconic track “All I Want For Christmas Is You” has reclaimed the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100, continuing a tradition that has become synonymous with the holidays over recent years. This week, Carey’s holiday…
Formation of New Band TERMINAL Brian Wheat, bassist and founding member of TESLA, has joined forces with original TESLA guitarist Tommy Skeoch to create a new band named TERMINAL. They are accompanied by former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes and original SALIVA vocalist Josey Scott. Band Formation In an interview with Jimmy Kay from Canada’s The…
In May 2025, a remarkable album quietly made its debut. “QUIET,” the latest release from Munich-based German-American singer-songwriter Caro Kelley, showcases her mastery in soul-pop music and demands attention. The album features eight meticulously crafted tracks that highlight Kelley’s evolution as an artist. She displays confidence and a clear purpose in her songwriting, revealing a…
Since its inception, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has been a focal point for debate. While some question the very need for such an institution, others argue over the artists who have been included or omitted. Allegations suggest that personal conflicts between bands and the nominating committee have delayed deserving acts from being…
Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” matches a record-tying 19th week at the top of the Billboard Hot 100. Denise Truscello/Getty Images for Live Nation Las/Getty Images North America Denise Truscello/Getty Images for Live Nation Las/Getty Images North America Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” has once again reached…
Mammoth’s track “The End” has been named Loudwire’s top rock song of 2025. This song serves as the title track from Mammoth’s third album and was the leading single, released in May. Wolfgang Van Halen performed all instruments and vocals, showcasing his singular creative talent. Loudwire conducted an in-depth interview with Wolfgang about the song’s…
