Morrissey announces Broadway residency

Morrissey is heading to Broadway! The legend will be performing a seven date residency at Lunt-Fontanne Theatre May 2nd through the 11th in promotion of his forthcoming covers album California Son. Tickets for the shows go on sale this Friday, March 8th.

No other U.S. dates have been announced in promotion of his record so far, but he'll head to Canada for the first time in years this April.

Morrissey's new album California Son will be released on May 24th and is available to pre-order here.



Morrissey -- Canadian tour

Apr 15 -- Vancouver, BC @ Orpheum Theatre
Apr 17 -- Calgary, AB @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Apr 18 -- Edmonton, AB @ Northern Alberta
Apr 20 -- Saskatoon, SK @ TCU Place
Apr 22 -- Winnipeg, MB @ Centennial Concert Hall
Apr 26 -- Toronto, ON @ Sony Centre For The Performing Arts
Apr 27 -- Toronto, ON @ Sony Centre For The Performing Arts
Apr 29 -- Montreal, QC @ Mtelus

Morrissey -- Broadway residency

May 02 -- New York, NY @ Lunt-Fontanne Theatre
May 03 -- New York, NY @ Lunt-Fontanne Theatre
May 04 -- New York, NY @ Lunt-Fontanne Theatre
May 07 -- New York, NY @ Lunt-Fontanne Theatre
May 08 -- New York, NY @ Lunt-Fontanne Theatre
May 10 -- New York, NY @ Lunt-Fontanne Theatre
May 11 -- New York, NY @ Lunt-Fontanne Theatre

California Son - tracklisting

01. Morning Starship (Jobriath)
02. Don't Interrupt The Sorrow (Joni Mitchell)
03. Only A Pawn In Their Game (Bob Dylan)
04. Suffer The Little Children (Buffy Sainte Marie)
05. Days Of Decision (Phil Ochs)
06. It's Over (Roy Orbison)
07. Wedding Bell Blues (Laura Nyro / The Fifth Dimension)
08. Loneliness Remembers What Happiness Forgets (Dionne Warwick)
09. Lady Willpower (Gary Puckett & The Union Gap)
10. When You Close Your Eyes (Carly Simon)
11. Lenny's Tune (Tim Hardin)
12. Some Say I Got Devil (Melanie)

Published March 4th, 2019

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Keith Flint, R.I.P.

Keith Flint, the enigmatic leader of The Prodigy has died. Flint was found dead this morning at his home in Essex. The Prodigy issued a statement on social media confirming the utterly tragic news. According to bandmate Liam Howlett, Flint died by suicide this weekend. Flint was 49 years old.

R.I.P.

It is with deepest shock and sadness that we can confirm the death of our brother and best friend Keith Flint. A true pioneer, innovator and legend. He will be forever missed.
We thank you for respecting the privacy of all concerned at this time. pic.twitter.com/nQ3Ictjj7t

— The Prodigy (@the_prodigy) March 4, 2019

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The news is true , I can’t believe I’m saying this but our brother Keith took his own life over the weekend , I’m shell shocked , fuckin angry , confused and heart broken ..... r.i.p brother Liam #theprodigy

A post shared by The Prodigy official (@theprodigyofficial) on Mar 4, 2019 at 4:13am PST

Keith Flint RIP pic.twitter.com/cPRHIZfEqV

— Kevin Cummins (@KCMANC) March 4, 2019

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David J announces limited edition "Thoughts And Prayers" 7" single

David J has revealed details behind two special releases for Record Store Day.

The iconic bassist told fans via video that he's releasing a new full-band recording of "Thoughts And Prayers," the vitriolic song he wrote last year in response to the Parkland high school shootings. The single will be backed by a cover of Emily Jane White's "Hole In The Middle" and proceeds from the single will go to benefit the victims affected by the shootings.

The second RSD offering is a repress/reissue of "V For Vendetta," which was originally released on 12" in 1984.

Record Store Day takes place Saturday, April 13th. If you're interested in these (or any) Record Store Day releases, be sure to contact your favorite record store ahead of time to see if they'll be stocking the release. View the official Record Store Day website here.

Head here to watch David J's video announcement regarding both releases.

Published March 4th, 2019

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Classic Alternative - Episode #95: Transcend

Classic Alternative - Episode #95: Transcend

Includes music from: Shriekback, The Mighty Lemon Drops, Gary Numan,  U2, The Stranglers, The Wedding Present, New Order, The Cure, Peter Murphy, Teenage Fanclub, Talk Talk, and more.

Stream below or here and catch up with the archive of previous episodes here or here.


Music news from the week:

New Order announce docu-series Transmissions
XTC's Oranges & Lemons turns 30
New Order's "Round & Round" turns 30
Modern English, The Alarm + Gene Loves Jezebel team up for summer tour
Andy Anderson, R.I.P.
Morrissey debuts "It's Over" from California Son
Gang Of Four cut U.S. tour short after Andy Gill hospitalized
Peter Murphy details Live In London LP
Mark Hollis, R.I.P.

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New Order announce 'New Order: Transmissions' documentary series

New Order announced they've created an exciting new video series documenting their debut album Movement. The first episode of the weekly series New Order: Transmissions premieres next Thursday, March 7th on the band's You Tube channel and features candid interviews with Bernard Sumner, Peter Hook, Stephen Morris, and Gillian Gilbert.

The trailer for the series premiered today and looks to be brimming with interesting moments and insightful commentary from this legendary band. This is the story of New Order told by New Order in their own words.

View the magnificent trailer below and get ready for the debut episode on March 7th.

Transmissions leads up to and celebrates the release of the Movement Definitive Edition box set. The four piece set (1LP/2CD/1DVD) arrives April 5th and contains a copy of Movement on vinyl, a copy of Movement on CD, a bonus CD with previously unreleased tracks (Western Works and Cargo demos, rehearsal versions and more), a DVD collecting live concert recordings from 1980/81 along with their Granada TV and BBC appearances, plus a hard back book. Pre-order here.

Besides the New Order: Transmissions series, March will be a BIG month for New Order -- as previously reported New Order will reissue remastered editions of four iconic non-album Movement era singles in March: both versions of "Ceremony" (original and re-recorded versions) will be released March 8th; "Everythings Gone Green" follows March 15th (with the correct tracklisting for "Mesh" and "Cries And Whispers"!); and "Temptation" wraps up the reissue series on March 23rd. Head here to pre-order.



Published February 28th, 2019

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New Order's "Round & Round" released 30 years ago

New Order's glorious synth-smash "Round & Round" was released as a single 30 years ago today. The song appeared on Technique, which was released in January of 1989, however a single version of the track was recorded and issued on 7" and 12" on February 27th, 1989 due to the insistence of Tony Wilson.

Like the parent album Technique, the Peter Saville-designed cover art for "Round & Round" features a statue, however it's a different statue than the one gracing Technique. Factory reportedly sold replicas of the statue titled "Little Lewie for New Order" in promotion of the single.

"Round & Round" remains one of New Order's finest dance floor booty-shaking anthems in their exceptional career.

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XTC's 'Oranges & Lemons' turns 30 years old

XTC's superb double record Oranges & Lemons was released 30 years ago today. The intriguing psychedelic cover art promised aural goodness; the album delivered and then some!

The fifteen track record is brimming with brilliant songwriting -- most of the tracks were written by Andy Partridge, though Colin Moulding represented with a few songs including the eternally addictive "King For A Day" which is one of the standouts on this incredible record alongside "The Mayor Of Simpleton," "The Loving," "Chalkhills And Children," "Garden Of Earthly Delights," and more.

Oranges & Lemons was technically the follow up to the 1986 (North American) breakthrough Skylarking, though the band had managed to sneak in a phenomenal Dukes of Stratosphear record between the proper XTC releases.

Although Skylarking still seems to receive the most attention from XTC fans in the U.S. (or at least seems to be the best known album), Oranges & Lemons yielded XTC's biggest charting single in the U.S., "The Mayor Of Simpleton." [Not that a charting single equals a better song -- obviously ALL of XTC's music is wonderful, just not as widely appreciated, which is a shame indeed for this underrated gem of a band.]

Happy 30th!









Published February 27th, 2019

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Modern English, The Alarm + Gene Loves Jezebel team up for summer tour

Modern English, The Alarm, and Gene Loves Jezebel (Jay Aston's version) are hitting the road this summer for a tour titled Sigma LXXXV. The initial list of dates/cities were announced today with more to be announced shortly. The Detroit show takes place August 17th at Saint Andrew's Hall. Tickets are on sale now.

View Mike Peters' tour announcement and the tour itinerary below:



SIGMA LXXXV tour

Jul 19 -- Austin, TX @ 3Ten Live
Jul 20 -- Dallas, TX @ Gas Monkey
Jul 21 -- Oklahoma City, OK @ Tower Theater
Jul 25 -- San Diego, CA @ House Of Blues
Jul 26 -- Temecula, CA @ Wiens Family Cellars
Jul 27 -- Los Angeles, CA @ Microsoft Theater
Aug 02 -- San Francisco, CA @ Regency Ballroom
Aug 03 -- Sacramento, CA @ Ace Of Spades
Aug 05 -- Portland, OR @ Aladdin
Aug 06 -- Seattle, WA @ Triple Door
Aug 07 -- Spokane, WA @ Bing Crosby Theater
Aug 09 -- Denver, CO @ Oriental Theater
Aug 10 -- Lawrence, KS @ Liberty Hall
Aug 12 -- St. Louis, MO @ Delmar Hall
Aug 14 -- Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line
Aug 15 -- Milwaukee, WI @ Turner Ballroom
Aug 16 -- Chicago, IL @ House Of Blues
Aug 17 -- Detroit, MI @ Saint Andrew's Hall
Aug 18 -- Cleveland, OH @ House Of Blues
Aug 21 -- Boston, MA @ Paradise
Aug 29 -- Asbury Park, NJ @ Asbury Lanes

Published February 26th, 2019

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Andy Anderson, R.I.P.

Andy Anderson, who drummed for The Cure from 1983 through 1984 has died at the age of 68. Lol Tolhurst confirmed the sad news this afternoon on social media.

It's with a heavy heart, I have to report the passing of a Cure brother.
Andy Anderson was A true gentleman and a great musician with a wicked sense of humor which he kept until the end, a testament to his beautiful spirit on the last journey. We are blessed to have known him.

— Lol Tolhurst (@LolTolhurst) February 26, 2019

A week ago Anderson revealed to fans on Facebook that he had terminal cancer. He indicated at the time he was exploring treatment options but stated that the cancer was irreversible.

Anderson played on The Cure's The Top and Concert: The Cure Live along with the Japanese Whispers songs "The Lovecats" and "Speak My Language" He also played drums on Blue Sunshine, the album from the Robert Smith/Steve Severin project The Glove; he then launched a successful career as a session musician playing with Iggy Pop, Glen Matlock, Sham 69, and many others.

R.I.P. to an amazing drummer and gentleman.

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Gang Of Four US tour cut short after Andy Gill hospitalized

Gang Of Four were forced to cut their North American tour short after Andy Gill was hospitalized with a serious chest infection. Gill initially hoped he'd be out of the hospital in time to perform the last show on tour -- last night's sold out show in Brooklyn -- however due to the severity of Gill's condition he was ordered to remain hospitalized.

The band issued a statement today apologizing to fans for the last minute cancellation and promise they'll make it up to fans on their next trip to New York. The statement is available to read in full below.

Meanwhile, send your love and healing thoughts to Gill as he recuperates from his illness.

Gang Of Four release their new album Happy Now March 1st. The first single "Paper Thin" is available to stream below.



"Last night at Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn, NY, we were unfortunately forced to cancel our show - the last performance on our US Tour - as we were set to take the stage to a packed audience.

Struggling with a serious chest infection that had been developing ower the last week while on the road, Andy was rushed to the hospital early in the afternoon on Monday, February 25, 2019, with hopes he could get the necessary treatment and be released before show time at 9:30pm. With every effort to get on stage, the night progressed as planned. Sticking it out till the very last minute, we hoped for the best outcome - a slight delay in set time, and prepared to take the stage.

Recognizing the seriousness of Andy's condition, the medical team felt otherwise and delayed Andy's discharge from the hospital. When it became apparent that Andy would not be returning in time, the crew, band and Andy (on speakerphone), made the very difficult decision to cancel the show.

We are heartbroken we could not deliver a promised great end to the tour. With Andy's health as a top priority, we apologize to the fans who had come out to support us and promise that the next time we return to NYC, not only will Andy and the band be in top shape, we'll give the show an added push to give back to the fans."

Statement on last night’s cancelled performance at Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn, NY (@MusicHallofWB) pic.twitter.com/Mk7JpiWHX3

— GANG OF FOUR (@gangof4official) February 26, 2019

Published February 26th, 2019

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Morrissey debuts "It's Over" off covers LP 'California Son'

As previously reported Morrissey returns with his covers album California Son on May 24th. Today he's unleashed the first song from the record, which is a cover of Roy Orbison's "It's Over." The single also features LP's (aka Laura Pergolizzi) voice right off the top and on backing vocals.

Stream "It's Over" below or on Spotify.

California Sun features 12 cover songs and is available to pre-order here or here.



California Son - tracklisting

01. Morning Starship (Jobriath)
02. Don't Interrupt The Sorrow (Joni Mitchell)
03. Only A Pawn In Their Game (Bob Dylan)
04. Suffer The Little Children (Buffy Sainte Marie)
05. Days Of Decision (Phil Ochs)
06. It's Over (Roy Orbison)
07. Wedding Bell Blues (Laura Nyro / The Fifth Dimension)
08. Loneliness Remembers What Happiness Forgets (Dionne Warwick)
09. Lady Willpower (Gary Puckett & The Union Gap)
10. When You Close Your Eyes (Carly Simon)
11. Lenny's Tune (Tim Hardin)
12. Some Say I Got Devil (Melanie)

Morrissey -- Canadian tour

Apr 15 -- Vancouver, BC @ Orpheum Theatre
Apr 17 -- Calgary, AB @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Apr 18 -- Edmonton, AB @ Northern Alberta
Apr 20 -- Saskatoon, SK @ TCU Place
Apr 22 -- Winnipeg, MB @ Centennial Concert Hall
Apr 26 -- Toronto, ON @ Sony Centre For The Performing Arts
Apr 27 -- Toronto, ON @ Sony Centre For The Performing Arts
Apr 29 -- Montreal, QC @ Mtelus

Published February 26th, 2019

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Peter Murphy details live LP 'Live In London'

Peter Murphy has announced details behind his live album Live In London. The recording was captured live December 9th at the O2 Academy Brixton during the 40 Years Of Bauhaus Celebration tour which saw Murphy and David J performing In The Flat Field in full along with other Bauhaus favorites.

Live In London will be released on deluxe triple ruby red vinyl (3LP), double CD, and as a bundle (3LP + 2CD). The release is available to pre-order now. An art print commemorating the show is also available. Head here to pre-order and view the tracklisting below.

Murphy and David J wrap up the 40 Years Of Bauhaus Celebration in Los Angeles this week. Murphy then moves to San Francisco to kick off his long-delayed solo album residency. The residency at the Chapel will also include a few Mr. Moonlight gigs with David J along with two David Bowie tribute shows. Head here for tickets to the residency.


Peter Murphy - Live In London

Double Dare
In the Flat Field
A God in an Alcove
Dive
The Spy in the Cab
Small Talk Stinks
St. Vitus Dance
Stigmata Martyr
Nerves
King Volcano
Kingdom’s Coming
Burning from the Inside
Silent Hedges
Bela Lugosi’s Dead
She’s in Parties
Adrenalin
Kick in the Eye
The Passion of Lovers
The Three Shadows Part 2
Severance
Telegram Sam
Ziggy Stardust

Published February 26th, 2019

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Evi Vine releases cinematic gothic adventure 'Black Light White Dark'

London's Evi Vine, who was previously part of the music collective Eden House and guested on The Mission's 2016 album Another Fall From Grace has released a new solo album. Black Light White Dark is the intense and haunting follow up to her critically acclaimed debut album ...And So The Morning Comes.

Black Light White Dark is a mysterious and cinematic gothic adventure which highlights Vine's incredible vocals and features an impressive roster of guests including The Cure's Simon Gallup and Peter Yates of Fields Of The Nephilim. The album is recommended listening for fans of dark ethereal in the vein of This Mortal Coil, Portishead, Swans, Cocteau Twins, and Dead Can Dance.

Stream the official video for "Sabbath" featuring Simon Gallup below and head here to order Black Light White Dark.





Published February 26th, 2019

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R.I.P. Mark Hollis

Mark Hollis, the brilliant singer/songwriter and founder of Talk Talk has died. Multiple sites in the U.K. are reporting Hollis' death, however an official statement has not been issued. The (apparently) official Talk Talk/Mark Hollis Facebook page seemed to confirm the news by posting a screenshot of a family member's tweet.  Hollis was 64 years old.

Hollis was a musical genius and created an exceptional body of work. He was so talented -- not only did he create perfect pop gems found on Talk Talk's early records, but he was able to successfully transition from pop into crafting stunning experimental works. His music was timeless, beautiful, exquisite, and divine. An extraordinary iconic musician who gave so much to the world of music. We are all incredibly lucky to have been the beneficiaries of his majestic talent.

Truly heartbreaking news.

R.I.P.

UPDATE: Hollis' manager Keith Aspden confirmed to the BBC that Hollis died "after a short illness from which he never recovered."

Talk Talk's bassist Paul Webb posted the following statement in tribute to Hollis:

"I am very shocked and saddened to hear the news of the passing of Mark Hollis. Musically he was a genius and it was a honour and a privilege to have been in a band with him. I have not seen Mark for many years, but like many musicians of our generation I have been profoundly influenced by his trailblazing musical ideas. He knew how to create a depth of feeling with sound and space like no other. He was one of the greats, if not the greatest."





















Published February 25th, 2019

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Classic Alternative - Episode #94: The Wizard Of Odds

Classic Alternative - Episode #94: The Wizard Of Odds

This program includes Love And Rockets, New York Dolls, Kraftwerk,  New Order,  Big Black, David Bowie, Ministry, Killing Joke, Ride, The Smiths, and more.

Stream below or here and catch up with the archive of previous episodes here or here.


Music news from the week:

David J holding live video event to launch new single
Johnny Marr debuts riveting single "Armatopia"
The Cure announce 30th anniversary Disintegration shows
Wax Trax! and Vans announce Industrial Accident launch events
Morrissey announces Canadian tour
Johnny Marr announces tour; plays Detroit
Andy Anderson, ex-Cure drummer reveals cancer diagnosis
The Smiths brilliant debut LP turns 35
Shaun Ryder collects Happy Mondays + Black Grape lyrics in Wrote For Luck
The Dream Syndicate announce new LP These Times
Teenage Fanclub kick off North American tour; premiere single

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Johnny Marr releases brand new single "Armatopia"

Johnny Marr unleashed a brand new single today in promotion of his newly announced North American tour. The one-off single "Armatopia" is a killer electro-groove jam - stream the official video for the single below.

Tickets for Marr's North American tour went on sale today. View the full tour itinerary below:



Johnny Marr - North American tour

Apr 27 -- Atlanta, GA @ Variety Playhouse
Apr 28 -- Charlotte, NC @ Neighborhood Theatre
Apr 29 -- Raleigh, NC @ Lincoln Theatre
May 01 -- Montclair, NJ @ Wellmont Theater
May 03 -- Providence, RI @ Fete Music Hall - Ballroom
May 04 -- New Haven, CT @ College Street Music Hall
May 06 -- Huntington, NY @ The Paramount
May 07 -- South Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground Ballroom
May 08 -- Portland, ME @ Aura
May 10 -- London, ON @ London Music Hall
May 11 -- Detroit, MI @ Saint Andrew's Hall
May 13 -- Chicago, IL @ Vic Theatre
May 14 -- Milwaukee, WI @ The Pabst Theater
May 15 -- North Kansas City, MO @ Voodoo Lounge / Harrah's
May 16 -- Englewood, CO @ Gothic Theatre
May 18 -- Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl
May 19 -- Anaheim, CA @ House Of Blues
May 20 -- San Diego, CA @ House Of Blues
May 21 -- Los Angeles, CA @ John Anson Ford Amphitheatre

Published February 22nd, 2019

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Andy Anderson, ex-drummer of The Cure reveals cancer diagnosis

Andy Anderson, The Cure's drummer from 1983 to 1984, announced he has terminal cancer. Anderson revealed the heartbreaking news in a posting to fans and friends on Facebook. In the posting he stated that he'll be discussing chemo and radiation treatments with doctors and will be apprising fans with the news shortly, but the cancer is irreversible. Anderson thanks friends and fans for their support and well wishes and says he remains positive about his situation. Send Anderson your love and read his full posting via Facebook below.

Anderson played on The Cure's The Top and Concert: The Cure Live along with the Japanese Whispers songs "The Lovecats" and "Speak My Language" He also played drums on Blue Sunshine, the album from the Robert Smith/Steve Severin project The Glove; he then launched a successful career as a session musician playing with Iggy Pop, Glen Matlock, Sham 69, and many others.

Watch The Cure in concert featuring Anderson on drums along with The Cure's Top Of The Pops performance below:





"Hi guy’s, I am and I have Terminal 4 Cancer, and their is no way of returning back from that, it’s totally covering the inside of my body, and I'm totally fine and aware of my situation I've gone for a no resuscitation, with that, I have a next of kin, in place and there is no way I would want them to be looking me as a vegetable, if I were to survived a resuscitation, because it may well involve the possibility of sustaining cracked ribs and Brain Damage, and I would hate to lay that on anyone.

Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy will be discussed over the next few days, hopefully I’ll be able to get back to get to you in the next few days about the outcome, and please, No Boo, Hooing, here, just be positive, for me it’s just another life Experience and Hurdle, that one has to make yet another Choice in life, be cool, I most definitely am and positive about the situation , well that’s it for now, good folk, and thank you all for the well wishes I love them all, and are held very, very close to my heart dearly, and will stay with me for ever, any way, stay well yourselves and chat soon. Ax."

Published February 22nd, 2019

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Wax Trax! and Vans team up for 'Industrial Accident' launch events

As previously reported the highly anticipated Wax Trax! documentary Industrial Accident: The Story of Wax Trax! will be released on DVD on April 16th. That same day the companion soundtrack which features classic and previously unreleased material from Ministry, KMFDM, Chris Connelly, Front 242, Laibach, Pankow, Mussolini Headkick and more will also be released.

Today Wax Trax! and Vans announced they're teaming up for a Record Store Day edition of the soundtrack, plus they're launching a special series of events to coincide with the film/soundtrack release. The Wax Trax! Experience launches on Record Store Day (April 13th) in Chicago, then hits five other cities in North America. Each night of the tour includes a screening of Industrial Accident followed by a Q & A session with panelists including legends Paul Barker and Chris Connelly, plus Julia Nash of Wax Trax! along with a 90s era Wax Trax! performance by Ministry. Tickets for these events will be available at independent record stores in host cities and further info will be announced shortly.

View the Industrial Accident Experience tour dates below along with the tracklisting for the Industrial Accident: The Story Of Wax Trax! soundtrack.

FYI: pre-orders for Industrial Accident bundles/film/soundtrack opened last month and are available to view here.



Wax Trax! Experience tour (venue TBA)

Apr 13 -- Chicago, IL
Apr 15 -- Brooklyn, NY
Apr 17 -- Toronto, ON
Apr 19 -- Austin, TX
Apr 22 -- San Francisco, CA
Apr 23 -- Los Angeles, CA

Industrial Accident - Soundtrack (RSD version)

01: My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult -- A Daisy Chain 4 Satan (Acid and Flowers Mix)
02: Revolting Cocks -- Animal Nation
03: The Young Gods -- Envoyé!
04: Pankow -- Me and My Ding-Dong
05: Ministry -- Tonight We Murder (Original Version)
06: KMFDM -- Vogue (Apart Version)
07: Front 242 -- Headhunter (Live NYC)
08: Mussolini Headkick -- Your God is Dead
09: Laiback -- Leben-Tod
10: Fini Tribe -- I Want More **CD Only**
11: Mystery Track - Previously Unreleased **CD + Deluxe Only**
12: Mystery Track - Previously Unreleased **CD + Deluxe Only**
13: Mystery Track - Previously Unreleased **CD Only**
14: Chris Connelly -- Shipwreck
15: Michael Wells/Greater Than One -- Untitled **CD Only**

Industrial Accident - Soundtrack (standard version)

A1: My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult --  A Daisy Chain 4 Satan (Acid and Flowers Mix)
A2: Revolting Cocks -- Animal Nation
A3: The Young Gods -- Envoyé
A4: Pankow -- Me and My Ding-Dong
A5: Ministry -- Tonight We Murder (Original Version)

B1: KMFDM -- Vogue (Apart Version)
B2: FRONT 242 -- Headhunter (Live NYC)
B3: Mussolini Headkick -- Your God is Dead
B4: Laibach -- Leben-Tod
B5: Chris Connelly -- Shipwreck

Published February 21st, 2019

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The Smiths debut LP turns 35 years old

The Smiths debut self-titled album turns 35 years old this week. The album, released February 20th, 1984, was a brilliant debut and remains one of the band's most cherished albums. From the opening drumbeat of "Reel Around The Fountain" to the fading intense jangle of "Suffer Little Children" the album is an incredible work of art; Morrissey and Johnny Marr songwriting is replete with splendorous intensity, everlasting divinity, and darkly beautiful sadness. An extraordinary album from a most exceptional and timeless band.

Envelop yourself in the sublime sounds of The Smiths.

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David J announces live video event

David J Haskins (aka David J), founding member of Bauhaus and Love and Rockets, is holding a live Facebook event to announce a brand new single. The February 28th video announcement will reveal all regarding a new "searingly political single" which Haskins describes as a vital song "which poured from him like blood in spontaneous response to tragedy."

This isn't the first time the legendary bassist created solo music in frustration -- last February he released an acoustic song "Thoughts and Prayers" in response to the tragic shooting a high school in Parkland, Florida.

David J's video announcement takes place Thursday, February 28th from 3 to 3:15 PM ET (12 to 12:15 PST) here. View the event info below.

"David J, founding member of Bauhaus and Love & Rockets, will soon be making a video announcement regarding a special forthcoming searingly political single. A vital song which poured from him like blood in spontaneous response to tragedy!
All will be revealed on February 28th, right HERE. Mark the date!"



Published February 21st, 2019

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