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The music world is in mourning following the loss of legendary Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, who has passed away, leaving an indelible mark on rock and roll with his decades-spanning career. Family and close friends surrounded Phil in his final moments, filling his last breaths with immense love. Phil was a pivotal member of the iconic Grateful Dead, which originated in 1965 and played its final notes three decades later.

Phil Lesh, the bassist and founding member of the ultimate San Francisco jam band The Grateful Dead, died today. He was 84.

Grateful Dead, has died at the age of 84.The musician’s death was confirmed in a statement on social media, which shared that he “passed peacefully” today (October 25).“He was surrounded by his family and full of love. Phil brought immense joy to everyone around him and leaves behind a legacy of music and love.

Chris Morris Music Reporter Bassist Phil Lesh, whose dense, inventive playing powered the Grateful Dead and, following the 1995 death of guitarist Jerry Garcia, many of the San Francisco band’s touring reincarnations, died Friday. He was 84.

Helen Mirren has shared that she thinks it’s “so sad” that Kurt Cobain never got the chance to experience GPS technology.In a new chat with Evening Standard, the legendary actor spoke at length about how lucky she feels to have lived in a world without all of today’s technological experiences. While she’s grateful to have had a deeper human connection earlier in her life before all of today’s major technological advances such the internet, computers, smart phones and more, she’s also amazed at developments like the Global Positioning System (GPS).She relates technological advances over the last three decades to the late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, who died at the age of 27 in 1994: “I always say, it’s so sad that Kurt Cobain died when he did, because he never got to see GPS.”Mirren continued: “It’s the most wonderful thing, my little blue spot walking down the street.

As I Lay Dying citing their “personal morals” as a reason.Frontman Tim Lambesis was sentenced to six years in prison for plotting to kill his wife back in 2014. He was sentenced after pleading guilty to paying a police officer posing as a hitman $1,000 (£630) to kill his then wife, Meggan Lambesis.After being released in December 2016, Lambesis took to the band’s official Facebook page to post a lengthy statement, “apologising to everyone” for his actions.The vocalist then reunited with the San Diego band in 2018, who released their first new song in six years with ‘My Own Grave’ and announced details of a homecoming show that summer.A post shared by Ryan Neff (@whosryanneff)Now, bassist Ryan Neff, guitarist Ken Susi, and drummer Nick Pierce — all of whom joined As I Lay Dying in 2022, following the departure of longtime band members Nick Hipa, Josh Gilbert and Jordan Mancino – have split from the band.Neff shared a post of himself on his official Instagram account last Friday (October 18) with a caption that read: “As of today, I have made the decision to leave As I Lay Dying.

Muse’s Chris Wolstenholme has launched a new band called Chromes and dropped two new singles – check them out below.The project and new singles by the band were first shared earlier this year, when the musician created new social media platforms for the group and dropped hints to fans about his new venture.While Wolstenholme is best recognised as bassist and backing vocalist for Muse – and has gone on to take on various roles as a producer – this new endeavour sees him take on the role of frontman. For ‘Imaginary World’, he creates a straightforward rock anthem that seems to make a nod to the same energy and upbeat riffs seen in pop-punk classics.“Tired of these highs / So I’m not going back, I’m all out of whack / Fighting to be free/ Crying to leave and this newfound love,” he sings, before the song drops down ahead of the chorus: “I’m living in an imaginary world / Stay close because I’m loving every word / Find me in my imaginary world / Locked in, there is no other way to turn.”‘The Good Life’, on the other hand, is a much more sombre track.

Their newly announced performance at the Las Vegas festival – set to take place on April 12 2025 – will mark the band’s first show in 28 years.Acid Bath formed in 1991 and released two albums in their lifespan: 1994’s ‘When the Kite String Pops’ and ‘Paegan Terrorism Tactics’ in 1996. They broke up in 1997 when bassist Audie Pitre and his parents were killed in a car crash by a drunk driver.The reunion will include three of the band’s founding members, with lead singer Dax Riggs, guitarist Sammy ‘Pierre’ Duet and guitarist Mike Sanchez on board.

The Smiths drummer Mike Joyce has confirmed a permanent mural dedicated to late bassist Andy Rourke will go ahead.It comes after a crowdfunding campaign was set up by Joyce earlier this month to honour the late sticksman’s legacy and impact.Additionally, the campaign was also set up to raise funds for the charity organisation Pancreatic Cancer Action. This is notable as Rourke died from pancreatic cancer at the age of 59 last year.Now, Joyce has confirmed the crowdfunder for the mural, which will depict Rourke performing at Dundee’s Caird Hall in 1985, as captured in an image by tour photographer Nalinee Darmrong, has raised more than its initial £20,000 target.He told BBC Radio Manchester (via BBC News): “He was such a brilliant musician and such a great bloke that I thought a permanent memorial would be apt for the man.”The mural is due to be unveiled in November, which is pancreatic cancer awareness month and donors will receive a photograph print of the mural signed by Joyce and the mural artist.The mural will be created by renowned street artist Akse, who has previously depicted footballer Marcus Rashford in Withington and David Bowie on the side of a pub in Oak Street in Manchester’s Northern QuarterJoyce said he hoped it would raise awareness of “getting an early diagnosis”.Elsewhere, Morrissey fired his management team following Johnny Marr‘s statement refuting several claims regarding The Smiths earlier this week.The former Smiths singer took to his website to announce that he had parted ways with his management, but offered no further details.

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Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer REO Speedwagon has announced that the group will cease touring at the end of the year due to “irreconcilable differences” that arose between bassist Bruce Hall and lead vocalist Kevin Cronin. The band, consisting of Hall, Cronin, guitarist Dave Amato, touring keyboardist Derek Hilland and drummer Bryan Hitt, made its announcement on its official site, detailing the process behind what led to the group’s retirement from live performances.

The Smiths drummer Mike Joyce has launched a crowdfunding campaign to create a permanent mural of late bassist Andy Rourke – find out more below.On Sunday (September 15), Joyce took to social media to share that he has launched a campaign on the Crowdfunder platform. The campaign aims to secure a permanent mural of Rourke in Manchester to honour his legacy and impact.Additionally, the campaign will also raise funds for the charity organisation Pancreatic Cancer Action.

Herbie Flowers, a veteran bass guitarist who worked with the likes of David Bowie, Elton John, Paul McCartney and more, has died at the age of 86, according to a family Facebook post.

Elton John, Lou Reed, David Bowie, Cat Stevens, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr and Bryan Ferry, among others.His start as a musician came in 1956 when, aged 18, he was conscripted into the Royal Air Force. There, he played the tuba as a bandsman, before eventually taking up double bass shortly followed by electric bass.Speaking to Guitar World last year, Flowers shared how his early experiences playing tuba eventually influenced his playing on Bowie’s ‘Space Oddity’.

Spiritbox are teasing new music through the means of a puzzle – and it seems a new song could drop very soon.Fresh from their appearances at Reading and Leeds last month, the Canadian metal band are letting fans who click a pre-save button on streaming access to a puzzle which, put together, plays a snippet of their first new music since their 2023 EP ‘The Fear of Fear’.The puzzle is made up of various symbols that play a split second of music when they’re clicked. The pieces need to be moved into the correct sequence in order to progress to the next level.Once the puzzle is completed, a countdown appears on the page that is set to end at some point tomorrow (September 6).

Nukuluk have announced their forthcoming mixtape ‘stillworld’ and shared a brand new song called ‘Faith’.Fresh off the release of their Henry Spychalski-directed video for ‘Hand On The Hilt‘, the South London collective have returned with the news of ‘stillworld’, their first new music since 2023’s ‘SUPERGLUE’ EP. ‘Stillworld’ is due to drop on November 27 via colourburst records.‘Faith’ was made in collaboration with Deathcrash bassist Patrick Fitzgerald prior to Nukuluk’s inception.

Thania Garcia ‘Tis the season of rock reunions — but not for the Smiths, according to Morrissey, who has responded to demands for the British rock band’s revival after Oasis unexpectedly announced their return. Although it comes as no surprise (the Smiths have famously rejected similar offers for a reunion tour), Morrissey seemed encouraged to shut down any excitement for a treaty between himself and bandmate Johnny Marr. A message was posted onto his “Morrissey Central” website on Thursday claiming that the duo were presented with a “lucrative offer” to tour worldwide as the Smiths in 2025.

System Of A Down bassist Shavo Odadjian has announced his new band Seven Hours After Violet and has shared his plans for a debut album.Seven Hours After Violet – comprised of Odadjian, vocalist Taylor Barber, guitarist Michael Montoya (aka Morgoth Beatz), guitarist and backing vocalist Alejandro Aranda and drummer Josh Johnson – are set to release their first self-titled LP on October 11 via Sumerian Records imprint 1336 Records. You can pre-order the limited-edition milky clear black galaxy 2xLP vinyl here.The announcement of their LP comes alongside the group’s release of their second single ‘Radiance’. The heavy track features thrashing drums with chugging guitars as Barber sings: “Radiant / I see you for who you are / Radiant / I see you for who you are,” in the chorus.

Slipknot bassist Alessandro “V-Man” Venturella has shared a close-up of his new mask with fans.In a recent Instagram post, V-Man shared a picture of a metallic mask with slashes through the eyes and mouth, writing that he was “beyond stoked with it”. The mask was designed by visual artist and sculptor, Hedi Xandt, who the bassist said he was “a massive fan of”.Xandt also made a post debuting the new mask he designed, writing: “Before I forget…here’s a first and closer look at the mask that @vmanshreds debuted for the start of the @slipknot 25th (!) anniversary tour this weekend.“Its design nods to earlier incarnations of V Man‘s face and references Italian expressionist sculptures ravaged and converted into a mask by brute force.

Nickelback bassist Mike Kroeger has said the hate his band received in their early days was a “training ground for cyber bullying”.The early ‘00s rockers often found themselves being used as an easy target, with many music fans in that era choosing to vocally express their distaste for the band.Kroeger – the brother of the band’s frontman Chad – even spoke to NME earlier this year about the phenomenon. Reflecting on how they have been treated over the years, he said: “The thing we came to realise through all of this is as much as the word ‘hate’ is used, it’s pretty overstated because people don’t really care that much.”“If Nickelback is the thing you get most upset about, you’re living a charmed life.

Lily Allen has certainly stirred the pot with her latest social media antics following England's disappointing football defeat.The 39 year old singer found herself in hot water with some of her followers after she shared her thoughts on England's recent match against Spain in the Euros 2024, which took place on July 14.The game, which began at 8pm on Sunday, came after a previous victory for Southgate's squad.The match saw an equaliser from Cole Palmer bringing hope to England fans, but it was short-lived as Mikel Oyarzabal of Real Sociedad clinched the winning goal for Spain, ending the game at 2-1 and leaving English supporters gutted. Lily, from London, took to her X account) to express her feelings about the loss.