Already heralded as the band’s best in decades, Pearl Jam proudly present their anxiously awaited twelfth studio album, Dark Matter, available now via Monkeywrench Records/Republic Records. Listen here!
In the ever-changing landscape of rock music, Pearl Jam has remained a steadfast presence, their longevity a testament to both their musical prowess and their ability to evolve with the times. With their latest offering, “Dark Matter,” the Seattle rockers continue to carve their path through the cosmos of sound, delivering an album that is both familiar and refreshingly innovative.
From the opening chords of the album’s lead single, listeners are immediately drawn into Pearl Jam’s sonic universe. “Dark Matter” wastes no time in asserting its presence, with Eddie Vedder’s distinctive vocals soaring over a backdrop of thunderous guitars and driving rhythms. The band’s trademark intensity is palpable from the get-go, setting the stage for an exhilarating musical journey.
In the ever-changing landscape of rock music, Pearl Jam has remained a steadfast presence, their longevity a testament to both their musical prowess and their ability to evolve with the times. With their latest offering, “Dark Matter,” the Seattle rockers continue to carve their path through the cosmos of sound, delivering an album that is both familiar and refreshingly innovative.
From the opening chords of the album’s lead single, listeners are immediately drawn into Pearl Jam’s sonic universe. “Dark Matter” wastes no time in asserting its presence, with Eddie Vedder’s distinctive vocals soaring over a backdrop of thunderous guitars and driving rhythms. The band’s trademark intensity is palpable from the get-go, setting the stage for an exhilarating musical journey.
- 4/19/2024
- by Kristyn Clarke
- Age of the Nerd
George Harrison was rarely a provocateur, however, he called his final album Brainwashed. Accusing anyone of being brainwashed is pretty bold! One of George’s British Invasion peers explained the origin of that memorable title. Notably, it had a connection to George’s spiritual views.
Donovan said George Harrison’s album ‘Brainwashed’ was a reaction to materialism
Two kindred spirits in the 1960s counterculture were George Harrison and Donovan. Both artists were folk-rockers who explored spirituality through their songs. George’s songs were often expressions of his Hindu faith, whereas Donovan sang about common New Age topics like Atlantis and witchcraft. Both of them were also environmentalists.
During a 2018 interview with Goldmine, the “Mellow Yellow” singer discussed his feelings about the planet and George’s — and what they both learned from the books they read. “That the older generation was destroying the ecosystem with no consideration whatsoever for the inner world of plants,...
Donovan said George Harrison’s album ‘Brainwashed’ was a reaction to materialism
Two kindred spirits in the 1960s counterculture were George Harrison and Donovan. Both artists were folk-rockers who explored spirituality through their songs. George’s songs were often expressions of his Hindu faith, whereas Donovan sang about common New Age topics like Atlantis and witchcraft. Both of them were also environmentalists.
During a 2018 interview with Goldmine, the “Mellow Yellow” singer discussed his feelings about the planet and George’s — and what they both learned from the books they read. “That the older generation was destroying the ecosystem with no consideration whatsoever for the inner world of plants,...
- 4/6/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Beatles and The Rolling Stones were the two defining bands of the 1960s. Surely, any artist who split the difference between them would find an audience. A singer who saw himself as the middle ground between the two bands was big in the 1960s — but only in the 1960s.
A fellow British Invasion artist compared his music to The Beatles’ and The Rolling Stones’
Donovan is a folk singer who became one of the icons of the British Invasion. He’s known for hits such as “Hurdy Gurdy Man” and “Mellow Yellow,” as well as the popular album track “Season of the Witch.” Notably, Donovan’s album Sunshine Superman became one of the foundational texts of the psychedelic rock subgenre.
During a 2018 interview with Goldmine, Donovan explained his musical style. “Once you’ve romanced your darling with The Beatles, once you’ve rocked and rolled with The Rolling Stones,...
A fellow British Invasion artist compared his music to The Beatles’ and The Rolling Stones’
Donovan is a folk singer who became one of the icons of the British Invasion. He’s known for hits such as “Hurdy Gurdy Man” and “Mellow Yellow,” as well as the popular album track “Season of the Witch.” Notably, Donovan’s album Sunshine Superman became one of the foundational texts of the psychedelic rock subgenre.
During a 2018 interview with Goldmine, Donovan explained his musical style. “Once you’ve romanced your darling with The Beatles, once you’ve rocked and rolled with The Rolling Stones,...
- 4/3/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
John Lennon was both the dreamer who wrote “Imagine” and someone with a dark side. One of his fellow 1960s rock stars discussed John’s “positively vitriolic” behavior at length. He still defended the former Beatle.
A rock star said John Lennon had a ‘dark side’ but Liverpool did too
Donovan is a rock star who evolved from Scotland’s Bob Dylan into a psychedelic mystic in a very short period of time. Donovan crossed paths with The Beatles several times during the 1960s. The Billboard Book of Number 1 Hits says he helped write The Beatles’ “Yellow Submarine,” which makes sense because many of Donovan’s songs feel like oddball nursery rhymes. In a way, Paul McCartney returned the favor by contributing vocals to Donovan’s own yellow-themed hit “Mellow Yellow.”
For some time, John has had a dual public image as both a troubled man and a saintly peace activist.
A rock star said John Lennon had a ‘dark side’ but Liverpool did too
Donovan is a rock star who evolved from Scotland’s Bob Dylan into a psychedelic mystic in a very short period of time. Donovan crossed paths with The Beatles several times during the 1960s. The Billboard Book of Number 1 Hits says he helped write The Beatles’ “Yellow Submarine,” which makes sense because many of Donovan’s songs feel like oddball nursery rhymes. In a way, Paul McCartney returned the favor by contributing vocals to Donovan’s own yellow-themed hit “Mellow Yellow.”
For some time, John has had a dual public image as both a troubled man and a saintly peace activist.
- 4/3/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Beatles were the most popular and important act of the British Invasion, but no classic rock fan should ignore the achievements of Donovan. Notably, John Lennon was a big fan of one of Donovan’s songs, and he played it over and over. The “Hurdy Gurdy Man” singer revealed what he thought of John as a person. John felt that he and Donovan were on a similar wavelength.
John Lennon loved 1 of Donovan’s folk songs
Donovan is known for two types of songs: psychedelic ditties like “Mellow Yellow,” “Atlantis,” and “Sunshine Superman,” and folk tunes such as “Colours,” “Catch the Wind,” and “Universal Soldier.” A 2018 article from Goldmine says John was taken with Donovan’s folk song “Turquoise.” He had a vinyl copy of the song and played it repeatedly on a personal jukebox he brought with him on tour.
The “Season of the Witch” singer revealed what...
John Lennon loved 1 of Donovan’s folk songs
Donovan is known for two types of songs: psychedelic ditties like “Mellow Yellow,” “Atlantis,” and “Sunshine Superman,” and folk tunes such as “Colours,” “Catch the Wind,” and “Universal Soldier.” A 2018 article from Goldmine says John was taken with Donovan’s folk song “Turquoise.” He had a vinyl copy of the song and played it repeatedly on a personal jukebox he brought with him on tour.
The “Season of the Witch” singer revealed what...
- 4/2/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Elvis Presley‘s daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, discussed her feelings about singing. One of her female inspirations worked with the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. The rest of them became huge stars as solo singers.
Lisa Marie Presley loved a female vocal group that worked with Elvis Presley
During a 2012 interview with Goldmine, Presley discussed musicians who connected to her. “When I was younger I loved The Sweet Inspirations,” she said. “I loved the song ‘Sweet Inspiration.’ They were like The Supremes then but they weren’t as high profile. I think they were underrated because my father snagged them at some point.”
The Sweet Inspirations performed backing vocals on some of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s albums from his comeback era. In addition, the band released albums of their own and performed backup vocals on albums by artists such as Petula Clark, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Dusty Springfield,...
Lisa Marie Presley loved a female vocal group that worked with Elvis Presley
During a 2012 interview with Goldmine, Presley discussed musicians who connected to her. “When I was younger I loved The Sweet Inspirations,” she said. “I loved the song ‘Sweet Inspiration.’ They were like The Supremes then but they weren’t as high profile. I think they were underrated because my father snagged them at some point.”
The Sweet Inspirations performed backing vocals on some of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s albums from his comeback era. In addition, the band released albums of their own and performed backup vocals on albums by artists such as Petula Clark, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Dusty Springfield,...
- 10/30/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Inspiration for The Beatles‘ songs came from every avenue imaginable. John Lennon’s son, Sean Ono Lennon, said his mother, Yoko Ono, and his grandmother, Julia Lennon, inspired one of The Beatles’ songs. Sean discussed how the song highlighted an aspect of John’s writing style. Another 1960s rock star said he might have penned a line from the tune in question.
John Lennon’s son said a Beatles song references Yoko Ono’s name
During a 2020 interview with Rolling Stone, Sean discussed his father’s songwriting style. “I do think that my dad sincerely wrote songs about many things at once,” he said. “I think that’s incontrovertible. Like the song ‘Julia’ is about my grandmother. But then he says ‘Ocean Child,’ which is what my mother’s Japanese characters are individually — Yoko is written as ‘ocean child.’ So that was definitely about my mom there. But it was about my grandmother.
John Lennon’s son said a Beatles song references Yoko Ono’s name
During a 2020 interview with Rolling Stone, Sean discussed his father’s songwriting style. “I do think that my dad sincerely wrote songs about many things at once,” he said. “I think that’s incontrovertible. Like the song ‘Julia’ is about my grandmother. But then he says ‘Ocean Child,’ which is what my mother’s Japanese characters are individually — Yoko is written as ‘ocean child.’ So that was definitely about my mom there. But it was about my grandmother.
- 10/11/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Watch any classic movies, and there’s a good chance you’ll see someone who got famous down the line. A future pop star appeared as a dancer in Elvis Presley’s Viva Las Vegas. That was far from the end of her career on the big screen.
‘Mickey’ singer Toni Basil danced to a Ray Charles song in Elvis Presley’s ‘Viva Las Vegas’
Toni Basil is a dancer and choreographer who’s most known for her No. 1 single “Mickey.” In a 2014 Facebook post, she discussed her experiences on the set of Viva Las Vegas. “Over the months of rehearsing with Anne-Margret and Elvis Presley, [choreographer] David Winters and I became close friends with them,” she recalled.
“David the choreographer and I worked on many musical numbers for this film,” Basil added. “Here’s ‘What’d I Say’ where I got to be the girl with the red dress on.
‘Mickey’ singer Toni Basil danced to a Ray Charles song in Elvis Presley’s ‘Viva Las Vegas’
Toni Basil is a dancer and choreographer who’s most known for her No. 1 single “Mickey.” In a 2014 Facebook post, she discussed her experiences on the set of Viva Las Vegas. “Over the months of rehearsing with Anne-Margret and Elvis Presley, [choreographer] David Winters and I became close friends with them,” she recalled.
“David the choreographer and I worked on many musical numbers for this film,” Basil added. “Here’s ‘What’d I Say’ where I got to be the girl with the red dress on.
- 9/17/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
It’s not always the most tasteful trend, but technology is now allowing artists to make music with singers who died. Lisa Marie Presley released a version of Elvis Presley’s “In the Ghetto” with her vocals added in. She had a righteous reason for doing that.
Lisa Marie Presley’s recorded a duet version of Elvis Presley’s ‘In the Ghetto’ for charity
Several times in her career, Lisa Marie recorded virtual duets with her father, editing her vocals into preexisting Elvis tracks. Some of the songs she recorded as virtual duets included “In the Ghetto,” “Don’t Cry Daddy,” “Where No One Stands Alone,” and “I Love You Because.” During a 2012 interview with Goldmine, Lisa Marie discussed why she chose to cover “In the Ghetto” and “Don’t Cry Daddy. “‘In the Ghetto’ was done for charity for Presley Place, which was a transitional housing program.
“It was...
Lisa Marie Presley’s recorded a duet version of Elvis Presley’s ‘In the Ghetto’ for charity
Several times in her career, Lisa Marie recorded virtual duets with her father, editing her vocals into preexisting Elvis tracks. Some of the songs she recorded as virtual duets included “In the Ghetto,” “Don’t Cry Daddy,” “Where No One Stands Alone,” and “I Love You Because.” During a 2012 interview with Goldmine, Lisa Marie discussed why she chose to cover “In the Ghetto” and “Don’t Cry Daddy. “‘In the Ghetto’ was done for charity for Presley Place, which was a transitional housing program.
“It was...
- 9/14/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Monkees‘ ballads were some of the best of their time. They released many of their best ballads during their 1960s peak. Despite this, they also put out an all-time great ballad in 2016.
The Monkees | Michael Ochs Archives / Stringer 5. ‘Daydream Believer’
Of The Monkees’ ballads, The Billboard Book of Number 1 Hits says “Daydream Believer” is their only one to top the Billboard Hot 100. And who could deny power of the song? That tinkling piano, those horns, and Davy Jones’ great vocal performance are pop music heaven. “Daydream Believer” was also the band’s final No. 1 single, making it more bittersweet. Notably, The Beatles’ “Hello, Goodbye” knocked the song off the top of the chart. Considering The Monkees were inspired by The Beatles, that’s like the Prefab Four coming full circle!
4. ‘I Wanna Be Free’
“I Wanna Be Free” is a song about not committing to one partner. That’s...
The Monkees | Michael Ochs Archives / Stringer 5. ‘Daydream Believer’
Of The Monkees’ ballads, The Billboard Book of Number 1 Hits says “Daydream Believer” is their only one to top the Billboard Hot 100. And who could deny power of the song? That tinkling piano, those horns, and Davy Jones’ great vocal performance are pop music heaven. “Daydream Believer” was also the band’s final No. 1 single, making it more bittersweet. Notably, The Beatles’ “Hello, Goodbye” knocked the song off the top of the chart. Considering The Monkees were inspired by The Beatles, that’s like the Prefab Four coming full circle!
4. ‘I Wanna Be Free’
“I Wanna Be Free” is a song about not committing to one partner. That’s...
- 4/15/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
After The Monkees ended as both a band and a television series, Micky Dolenz spent several years exploring other aspects of the entertainment business. However, he remained a staple of the Hollywood nighttime scene due to a longtime friendship with Alice Cooper. Their recreational softball team turned drinking club became the legendary Hollywood Vampires. This eclectic band of musicians held court at Hollywood Rainbow Bar and Grill, raising what Dolenz called “holy hell” with a group that included John Lennon and Keith Moon.
John Lennon, Anne Murray, Harry Nilsson, Alice Cooper, and Micky Dolenz in 1973 | Richard Creamer/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images Related
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Who were The Hollywood Vampires?
The Hollywood Vampires members included some of the greatest musicians of the 1960s and 70s. These musicians included Alice Cooper, Harry Nilsson,...
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Who were The Hollywood Vampires?
The Hollywood Vampires members included some of the greatest musicians of the 1960s and 70s. These musicians included Alice Cooper, Harry Nilsson,...
- 2/6/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Sandy Powell — the three-time Oscar-winning costume designer whose credits include Gangs of New York, Shakespeare in Love, Carol and The Irishman — is set to receive the BAFTA Fellowship, the British Academy’s highest honor.
Powell, who becomes the first costume designer to be awarded the fellowship, will be given the honor at the BAFTA film awards on Feb. 19.
“I am hugely flattered to receive the BAFTA Fellowship and especially proud to be the first costume designer,” said Powell. “I am lucky in that I love what I do and have been extremely fortunate to have collaborated with some of the most talented and inspirational people in the industry both behind and in front of the camera. I look forward to many more years to come.”
Beginning in fringe theater before meeting filmmaker and mentor Derek Jarman, Powell landed her first BAFTA and Oscar nomination for Sally Potter’s Orlando. She...
Powell, who becomes the first costume designer to be awarded the fellowship, will be given the honor at the BAFTA film awards on Feb. 19.
“I am hugely flattered to receive the BAFTA Fellowship and especially proud to be the first costume designer,” said Powell. “I am lucky in that I love what I do and have been extremely fortunate to have collaborated with some of the most talented and inspirational people in the industry both behind and in front of the camera. I look forward to many more years to come.”
Beginning in fringe theater before meeting filmmaker and mentor Derek Jarman, Powell landed her first BAFTA and Oscar nomination for Sally Potter’s Orlando. She...
- 2/5/2023
- by Alex Ritman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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David Crosby wasn’t fully onboard with one of George Harrison’s most important relationships.David Crosby said he was close friends with George Harrison.Afterward, David Crosby wrote a song about George Harrison. George Harrison and David Crosby | David Redfern/Redferns; Robert Altman/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images
David Crosby didn’t get along with many people, but he found a friend in George Harrison. Though Crosby didn’t agree with everything Harrison did — he even wrote a song about this — he valued his relationship with him. Crosby said that of all of The Beatles, Harrison was his favorite.
David Crosby was cautious of a close relationship George Harrison made
Crosby and Harrison got along, and the former Byrds artist was slightly concerned about a significant relationship in his life. When Harrison met Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and had his spiritual awakening, Crosby was happy for him, but,...
David Crosby wasn’t fully onboard with one of George Harrison’s most important relationships.David Crosby said he was close friends with George Harrison.Afterward, David Crosby wrote a song about George Harrison. George Harrison and David Crosby | David Redfern/Redferns; Robert Altman/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images
David Crosby didn’t get along with many people, but he found a friend in George Harrison. Though Crosby didn’t agree with everything Harrison did — he even wrote a song about this — he valued his relationship with him. Crosby said that of all of The Beatles, Harrison was his favorite.
David Crosby was cautious of a close relationship George Harrison made
Crosby and Harrison got along, and the former Byrds artist was slightly concerned about a significant relationship in his life. When Harrison met Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and had his spiritual awakening, Crosby was happy for him, but,...
- 1/30/2023
- by Emma McKee
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
George Harrison said one of the reasons why he agreed to do his 1991 Japanese tour with Eric Clapton was so he could stop smoking. The former Beatle needed a reason to stop. Doing a 12-date tour in Japan was reason enough.
George Harrison | Ebet Roberts/Redferns George Harrison started smoking at 13
During an interview (per George Harrison on George Harrison: Interviews and Encounters), George told Scott Muni that he’d started smoking at 13.
In 1987, he told Charles Bermant (per George Harrison on George Harrison) that since he started smoking as a kid, he’d done it “off and on. You know, something like this, it’s, ah, on.”
George Harrison used his 1991 Japanese tour as an excuse to stop touring
In 1991, George found himself in a mental and physical rut. He didn’t know what to do next and wasn’t in the healthiest state. When Clapton told George that...
George Harrison | Ebet Roberts/Redferns George Harrison started smoking at 13
During an interview (per George Harrison on George Harrison: Interviews and Encounters), George told Scott Muni that he’d started smoking at 13.
In 1987, he told Charles Bermant (per George Harrison on George Harrison) that since he started smoking as a kid, he’d done it “off and on. You know, something like this, it’s, ah, on.”
George Harrison used his 1991 Japanese tour as an excuse to stop touring
In 1991, George found himself in a mental and physical rut. He didn’t know what to do next and wasn’t in the healthiest state. When Clapton told George that...
- 1/29/2023
- by Hannah Wigandt
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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