Don’t mess with Shirley Manson. The Garbage frontwoman, 58, is firing back at an article claiming the band’s members look unrecognizable in promotional pics for its new single, “There’s No Future in Optimism.” Sharing a screenshot of the article on Instagram, Manson wrote, “Well well well … What is THIS supposed to mean?!?” Shirley Manson … Read more
They won’t be guilt-tripped for leaving no tip. A diner sparked a raging debate about gratuities after refusing to tip a waitress over a stingy portion of fajitas, as detailed in a video with over 2.6 million views on TikTok. “I went to dinner with my parents last night and we did not tip our … Read more
Tina Fey does her research. The actress, 54, chatted with Jon Hamm for an Interview magazine story published Monday and they reminisced on Hamm, 54, landing a role in “30 Rock” after he hosted “Saturday Night Live” in October 2008. Tina Fey, Jon Hamm in “30 Rock.” ©NBC/Courtesy Everett Collection “I didn’t meet you before … Read more
Can we dream on? Aerosmith producer Jack Douglas — who was behind the boards for the band’s best-selling album, 1975’s “Toys in the Attic” — is still holding out hope that it’s not the end for the group after Steven Tyler’s vocal-cord injury forced them to cancel the remainder of their Peace Out: The Farewell … Read more
They were both born to rock. Fate brought Steven Tyler’s Aerosmith and Bruce Springsteen together to record their classic third albums side by side at the Record Plant in Midtown Manhattan. That’s where the magic happened for Aerosmith’s “Toys in the Attic” and Springsteen’s “Born to Run” to turn both acts into rock royalty 50 … Read more
In the final stretch of making their iconic 1975 album “Toys in the Attic,” Aerosmith stumbled upon inspiration for “Walk This Way” while strolling through the seedy streets of Hell’s Kitchen and Times Square. “‘Walk This Way’ was the last song that we had to finish,” “Toys in the Attic” producer Jack Douglas exclusively told … Read more
Will Smith “is canceled” — according to Will Smith. The actor said just that on his new album’s first track, “Int. Barbershop — Day,” which dropped on Friday. The song features Smith’s “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” collaborator DJ Jazzy Jeff and B. Simone. “Who the f–k Will Smith think he is?” one voice asks, to which … Read more
Russell Wilson and Ciara are in a New York State of Mind. The new Giants quarterback and his music star wife spent Wednesday night embracing their new home by taking in a Knicks game at Madison Square Garden to wrap up a day that included press conferences and a visit to Big Blue’s facility in … Read more
They will never break the chain, after all. Seven years after Lindsey Buckingham was famously fired from Fleetwood Mac, he reunited with Mick Fleetwood — the legendary band’s namesake drummer — in the studio. The 75-year-old singer-guitarist sat in on studio sessions with Fleetwood, 77, who is working on a new solo album. “Slightly unreal … Read more
Call it a “Brilliant Disguise.” Bruce Springsteen personally praised British actor Stephen Graham for his portrayal of his late father, Douglas “Dutch” Springsteen, in the legendary rocker’s upcoming biopic “Deliver Me from Nowhere.” After filming wrapped on the movie — starring Jeremy Allen White as Springsteen — the Boss’ props came in “the most gorgeous … Read more
If you were made for lovin’ Gene Simmons — and his face-painted band Kiss — then the rocker stands by charging $12,495 to be his personal assistant and band roadie for a day. That’s the cost of “The Ultimate Gene Simmons Experience” — a pricey package that is being offered to one fan per show … Read more
When Kiss suited up to shoot the iconic cover of the band’s 1975 album “Dressed to Kill” on the southwest corner of 23rd Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan, there were no stylists or tailors involved. “I did not own a suit or a tie, so I had to borrow our manager at the time … Read more
Larry Tamblyn, a founding member of the band The Standells, has died. He was 82. The musician’s death was announced by his nephew, Dennis Tamblyn, on Facebook Friday. “My uncle Larry Tamblyn passed away today. I have very fond memories of him and his family over the years,” Dennis wrote. Larry Tamblyn and Legs McNeil … Read more
Grateful Dead founding member Bobby Weir is one of the last men standing in his legendary rock band. The thought of mortality has crossed Weir’s mind, as he’s seen many of his band members pass. Despite having lived a life full of music and memories, Weir’s sentiment wasn’t one of fear, but rather of acceptance. “Every … Read more
A hardcore rock band abruptly split because of their guitarist’s alleged “heinous acts,” which included stealing thousands of dollars for an “unbelievable amount” of OnlyFans subscriptions weeks before performing at Coachella New Jersey-based Gel announced the sudden breakup to their fans in a lengthy social media post on Wednesday. “Gel is no longer and band, … Read more
Welcome to the jungle. Guns N’ Roses revealed the name of their new drummer just one day after announcing the departure of longtime percussionist Frank Ferrer. Drummer and songwriter Isaac Carpenter will take Ferrer’s seat behind the drums as the iconic band prepares to hit the road for their 2025 European, Asian, and Middle East … Read more
Ladies, it’s time to suit up. It’s shaping up to be the year of the women’s power suit, as the masculine look takes over femme fashion from the runway to the red carpet — with everyone from Rihanna to first lady Melania Trump flaunting their figures in dude-centric duds. NYC-based custom suit tailor Melissa Watson Ellis … Read more
On a swelteringly hot day in Chandler, Arizona, in July 1991, Jane’s Addiction was set to take the stage on the first date for Lollapalooza, a new traveling alternative music festival that the band’s frontman, Perry Farrell, has conceived. There was just one problem. The band’s lead guitarist, Dave Navarro, who had been trying to … Read more
A singer in a smokey room. Legendary rock band Journey was forced to end its concert in Houston on Friday night when an “electrical incident” broke out under an hour into the gig. The rockers just started playing their hit song “Don’t Stop Believin’” — the fifth song on their setlist — at the Houston … Read more
DK Metcalf continues to have a busy offseason. Metcalf revealed that he got engaged to longtime girlfriend and R&B singer Normani during an introductory press conference with the Steelers on Thursday. “Hold that rock up, baby,” Metcalf told his new fiancee while talking to reporters days after his trade from the Seahawks. “Hold that rock … Read more