Finn Wolfhard’s new band Calpurnia performed last night in Brooklyn. The “Stranger Things” actor played a series covers as well as originals at Rough Trade NYC. Amongst the covers, the played the Velvet Underground’s “Here She Comes Now” from their White Light/White Heat album. “This song goes out to Lou Reed,” Wolfhard said. Watch the group perform it here via Rolling Stone
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Watch Alice Glass’ “Forgiveness” video
Alice Glass has released a video for “Forgiveness,” from last year’s self-titled solo EP. It was directed by Lindsey Mann and comes after her video for “Without Love.” Watch it below. “This song is about rejecting the idea of forgiveness,” Alice Glass said in a statement. “Forgiveness isn’t always a moral act, the way some religions portray it. Sometimes forgiveness can be exploitative or even predatory, especially when people use it as a means to guilt someone rather than heal them. When forgiveness is used to create a false sense of superiority it is a toxic act.”
Sleater-Kinney working on new album
In a “Portlandia” interview with Billboard, Carrie Brownstein announced that Sleater-Kinney are working on a new record and talked about recording new music with Corin Tucker and Janet Weiss, saying that they are taking their time. “Now, just so you know, we’re going to do this very slowly,” she said. “It’s an ongoing conversation.” Sleater-Kinney had announced a hiatus in 2006 after their album The Woods which came out in 2005. They returned in 2015 with No Cities to Love.
Kendrick Lamar and Vince Staples’ new song teased in Black Panther trailer
Kendrick Lamar and Vince Staples appear in the new trailer for Marvel’s upcoming movie Black Panther with what seems to be a new song. Watch it below. The soundtrack for the film, Black Panther: The Album is produced and curated by both Kendrick and Top Dawg Entertainment CEO Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith. Black Panther is to be in theaters February 16th while the soundtrack is out February 9th. The film is also scored by Ludwig Göransson.
New Flight of the Conchords TV special in the works
Flight of the Conchords, aka Jemaine Clement and Bret McKenzie, have teased at returning plans with an hour-long special. In an interview with ET, Clement said, “We’re going to film a little something this year. We’re going to shoot an hour thing.” Their HBO show “Flight of the Conchords” premiered in 2007 but ended in 2009. It is currently uncertain whether or not their new special will be for HBO as when A.V. Club reached out for comment, a spokesperson for HBO replied, “The deals are not fully in place. We’ll hopefully have news soon and will be back in touch.”
Watch the Tallest Man on Earth cover Adele
The Tallest Man on Earth appeared on Swedish television recently to cover Adele’s 25 song, “When We Were Young.” Kristian Matsson played the song with the group Augustifamiljen on a game show called “På Spåret.” Watch it below.
Watch Julien Baker perform “Turn Out the Lights” on “Colbert”
Julien Baker made her late night debut performance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night.” She played the title track from her album Turn Out the Lights. Watch her performance below.
Justin Timberlake announces new album Man of the Woods
Justin Timberlake has announced his next album titled Man of the Woods, and it is set to be out February 2nd. A new song will also come out January 5th. Watch the announcement video below and it features new music and an appearance from Pharrell. “This album is really inspired by my son, my wife, my family, but more so than any album I’ve ever written, where I’m from,” Timberlake says. “And it’s personal.” Man of the Woods will be Timberlake’s first LP since The 20/20 Experience 1 and 2. He also shared what could be the album cover and features photos by Ryan McGinley. Find it below.
Flying Lotus shares new song “Quarantine”
Brainfeeder has shared a new mix to start off the new year. The collection was mixed by PBDY and features tracks from artists on the label. The very last song on the mix is a new track from Flying Lotus called “Quarantine.” Listen to the 46-minute collection below. The mix features remixed Thundercat songs as well as music from Iglooghost, Lapalux, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, and more.
Listen to Francis and the Lights’ new album Just For Us
Francis and the Lights has released a new album called Just For Us. The 10-track LP can be streamed below. Francis Starlite announced the release on hours before it officially arrived.
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