It looks like Mike D and Ad-Rock are to tell the Beastie Boys story in a new book that is said to be in the works for 2015. Spiegel & Grau, an imprint of Random House will be publishing their memoirs edited by hip-hop journalist Sacha Jenkins.
It is said that the book was underway before the unfortunate death of soul-mate MCA aka Adam Yauch last May but the remaining members have reignited their interest now in completing it.
Ghostface Killah
Twelve Reasons To Die: The Brown Tape
Soul Temple Music
Get hyped on Apollo Brown’s alternative version of Ghostface Killah‘s 12 Reasons To Die album that was released on Record Store Day on cassette only but has only just reached the interweb this week.
The vinyl version will be available from June 11th so put this one on your wish list and either pick up the MP3’s from the links below or stream it.
1. Beware of the Stare 02:31
2. Rise of the Black Suits 02:33
3. I Declare War 03:11
4. Blood on the Cobblestones 03:35
5. The Center of Attraction 02:47
6. Enemies All Around Me 02:10
7. An Unexpected Call 02:12
8. Rise of the Ghostface Killah 03:24
9. Revenge is Sweet 03:15
10. Murder Spree 03:53
11. The Sure Shot [parts 1 and 2]
A brand new book covering Washington DC’s infamous hardcore punk scene will be released this June. “Hard Art, D.C. 1979” has been put together by Lucian Perkins who spent 27 years of his life taking photographs for The Washington Post.
His iconic snaps of Minor Threat, Bad Brains and beyond whilst he was an intern there proceeded a career that earned him not one but two Pulitzer Prize’s for his sterling work shooting various wars and conflicts in Iraq, Afghanistan and much more.
You can pre-order this on through Dischord so you know it is legit for a decent price of $23. It will be a far better choice than the rip off project that the Vinyl Factory are selling to hipsters this month. Make sure you do your homework.
This is too good. Press play for complete piss takes of Coachella festival goers discussing bands that don’t actually exist for the Jimmy Kimmel show. Why does the ‘facebook’ generation live in a fantasy world?
GG DOOM
‘But How?’
(MF DOOM Remixes)
Not everybody would get away with this but the fine skills of producer Grip Grand has merged MF Doom’s unique vocals to a mix of TV, radio and film samples and applied some tasty, lo-fi beats that will leave you salivating for more.
As Doom says sampled in here: “You gotta give this bum some props”. GG Doom‘s ‘But How?’ is a freebie, so get down there and download it whilst it’s still hot from here.
The Wytches
‘Beehive Queen’
Hate Hate Hate Records
Brighton garage rock hounds The Wytches have returned with a brand new single this week scheduled for release on Hate Hate Hate Records. ‘Beehive Queen‘ is another slice of psyche goodness from the three piece that comes with a White Stripes-esque production courtesy of producer Liam Watson at Toe Rag studios, who brings their previously grungey sound on debut single Digsaw into more classic 60’s territory with a trademark nuggets sound.
This release comes with a AA-side track titled ‘Crying Clown’ and will be out on limited 7″ vinyl (only 300 printed) and via digital download on June 3rd. Look out for them on the road.
Black Sabbath
‘God Is Dead’
www.blacksabbath.com
It took 35 years for Black Sabbath to write and release a new track and here it is, an 8:51 minute heavy metal journey for 2013.
‘God Is Dead‘ is the first piece of music released last night from their new album ’13’, Black Sabbath’s first studio LP with Ozzy Osbourne since 1978. The question is though, is this any good?
The song was produced by legendary producer Rick Rubin, famous for his work with the Beastie Boys, Public Enemy, Run DMC, Slayer and plenty more. It was said that he asked the band to deliver something for him to work with that would be up there with the first 4 Sabbath albums. On reflection, ‘God Is Dead’ has taken elements of those classic breakdowns we all know so well; the graveyard production and those trademark Iommi heavy riffs and even Ozzy’s voice sounds like he just about gets away with it, although some will argue that he clearly has nothing left to give due to the effects on this recording. For me, the end section of this track is where it all comes together. Seven minutes in, Sabbath are absolutely flying, Ozzy is on point and you are shipped back to 1970 where it all began.
You have to give it up to them on actually making this record. We are talking about 60 year old men here. Most old codgers can’t even make it to the john in time, let alone write and record a nineteenth album. The Stooges made a complete mess of their comeback record this month; in comparison, this track kicks its arse.
The chances of this song going down in rock history like classics such as ‘War Pigs’, ‘Iron Man’ or ‘Paranoid’ though is slim. ‘God Is Dead’ lacks any of the songwriting skills needed to be logged in the Sabbath hall of fame and lyrically it’s about as entertaining as the news of Rolf Harris being arrested this morning. The fact that the band have left drummer Bill Ward out of the band for this whilst he is fully active in Orange County and added Audioslave’s Brad Wilk adds more mental torture ahead of the release of 13, but have a listen and make your own opinions.
Overall, this tells us that metal’s darkest lords could have have some good stuff up their wizard sleeves and with the positive force from Nietzsche here on their cover, maybe their new album scheduled for release on June 11th will pull off a miracle we never thought would ever happen.
This band have been played to death on the Crossfire stereo and after seeing them play live last month in London they are the real deal. Noisey have come good with a new video documentary today featuring Parquet Courts in SXSW, Mexico and beyond. Get to know them.
One of the best festivals to kick off the season with, Groezrock in Belgium, is looming on the horizon and we couldn’t be more excited! As ever, there are a plethora of classic hardcore and punk bands on the bill, alongside some of the hottest new punk and metal talent from across the globe. Aside from the cherry beer, cava delights and hopefully some stellar weather, we are looking forward to seeing the following sure-to-be-damn-fine music over the weekend in Meerhout. Winegums brings you her Top 10 to look out for.
ROCKET FROM THE CRYPT
Well won’t this just be one massive party of a set? We can’t wait to rock out with Speedo et al in the most apt of surroundings.
BAD RELIGION
Fresh off the back of the release of highly lauded new album ‘True North’, kings of punk BR will be bringing their signature brilliance to the stage and we have no doubt that everyone will be rapt.
THE ATARIS
Undoubtedly one of the guiltier pleasures on this rundown, The Ataris will none the less provide some excellent nostalgic fare.
TEXAS IS THE REASON
We’re not sure it’s possible to be any more excited about a set. Having checked out frontman Garrett’s spine-tingling acoustic set at the festival last year, we are rippling with anticipation.
BRING ME THE HORIZON
Always good for a raucous rock and roll time, BMTH’s new sound / line-up / whatever will merely serve the purpose of propelling the band to an astoundingly brilliant performance as per bloody usual.
WHILE SHE SLEEPS
Metallic Sheffield upstarts WSS will be bringing their heavy onslaught to the Belgian field and there’s no doubt they’ll be bringing it hard. If ever there were ones to watch.
COMEBACK KID
On an anniversary turn that will see them play Turn It Around in its entirety with original vocalist Scott Wade, you can bet a bit of ‘You said, you said, you said…’ will get a look in too.
KID DYNAMITE
Punk rock at its finest, Kid Dynamite’s set is sure to be a continual barrage of stage diving madness, in the finest Groezrock tradition.
POLAR BEAR CLUB
Endearing new punks provide a welcome addition to the line-up and the opportunity for many a heartfelt fist in the air.
GEOFF RICKLY
Thursday frontman turned acoustic troubadour, Rickley will no doubt be pulling out the classics, but we’re also expecting to hear something a bit different in the way of new material and perhaps the odd cover or two. Well worth checking out.
Oh and there’s this too. How could we forget?!
Major Lazer
Chronixx & Walshy Fire
‘Start a Fyah’ Mixtape
majorlazer.tumblr.com
Sick of the cold weather and taking in those Springs rays this week? Get yourself ion the mood for the summer sessions ahead with a Major Lazer mixtape from Diplo and Chronixx and DJ Walshy Fire. Press play for an hour of dance hall vibes to bump to this week. Download it for free from the Soundcloud link.
Major Lazer has a new album out this week. Not heard it yet but check the tumblr for movement.