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Olivia Rodrigo, Noah Kahan, and Morgan Wallen have recently faced incidents involving audience effluence at their concerts. This highlights a growing subculture of extreme fandom where fans endure significant physical challenges to secure front-row positions. Source: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/jul/22/pass-the-pit-diapers-why-are-fans-wetting-themselves-to-stand-front-row-at-concerts-olivia-rodrigo-noah-kahan-morgan-wallen

Shakira's second Brooklyn show leaned heavily into nostalgia, spotlighting her Latin-rock roots. The performance featured Wyclef Jean and arena-sized sing-alongs of rock-era gems. Source: https://www.billboard.com/music/latin/shakira-barclays-center-wyclef-jean-rock-night-two-recap-1236300525/

Olivia Rodrigo is using the release of her album 'Guts' to highlight abortion bans and advocate for reproductive rights. She has a long history of supporting feminist organizations, including the National Network of Abortion Funds, during her recent tour. Source: https://stereogum.com/2505950/olivia-rodrigo-discusses-abortion-bans-with-center-for-reproductive-rights/news/

An intimate documentary chronicling Lily Allen's life and career is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video in 2027. The film follows the release of her recent album, 'West End Girl'. Source: https://www.nme.com/news/film/lily-allen-documentary-coming-to-amazon-prime-video-will-offer-intimate-portrait-of-her-life-and-career-3958413?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lily-allen-documentary-coming-to-amazon-prime-video-will-offer-intimate-portrait-of-her-life-and-career

Olivia Dean and Sam Fender's collaboration 'Rein Me In' has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the U.K.'s longest-running No. 1 single of the decade. The track's sustained chart dominance marks a significant record-breaking success for both artists. Source: https://www.billboard.com/lists/sam-fender-olivia-dean-rein-mein-uk-chart-records/

The influential rock group confirmed news of Finch’s passing in an Instagram post, and paid tribute to her in a moving statement. “We are shattered by the loss of our beloved bandmate, sister and friend Jennifer Finch, whose fierce spirit, humor and boundless creativity helped shape L7 and changed all of our lives forever,” it read. “Jennifer was a true original who lived entirely on her own terms, and the impact she made on music, art and everyone lucky enough to know her cannot be measured. We love her beyond words and will carry her with us always. Rest in power our dear friend.” [NME](https://www.nme.com/news/music/jennifer-finch-l7-bassist-and-pioneering-figure-in-la-punk-scene-dies-at-59-3957772)

The Mancunian singer teased her plans for 2026 with NME at Mad Cool Festival, discussing shaking self-doubt and her return to dream-pop. Source: https://www.nme.com/news/music/ttssfu-tells-us-about-shaking-self-doubt-and-new-music-im-going-back-to-dream-pop-3957315?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ttssfu-tells-us-about-shaking-self-doubt-and-new-music-im-going-back-to-dream-pop

Logic1000 has announced a new album called 'Confirmation!', which will feature contributions from collaborators like Christine And The Queens, yunè pinku, Jam City, FAUZIA, and Tiffi M. The Australian-born, Berlin-based DJ and producer previously released her debut album 'Mother' in 2024. Source: https://stereogum.com/2505258/logic1000-announces-new-album-confirmation-feat-christine-and-the-queens-jam-city-yune-pinku-kucka-more/music/

KATSEYE has released the first high-energy trailer for their upcoming theatrical film 'KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS'. The special theatrical release will hit theaters for a limited engagement beginning on Aug. 12, chronicling the group's rapid rise to global stardom. Source: https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/trailer-katseye-wild-hearts-film-watch-1236294547/

Fiona Apple has released a new song titled 'Horns of a Bull', which serves as the theme song for the upcoming film 'Lucky'. The track is described as stylistically in line with her critically acclaimed album 'Fetch the Bolt Cutters'. Source: https://pitchfork.com/story/listen-to-fiona-apples-new-lucky-theme-song-horns-of-the-bull/

In her first UK headline show in 16 years, Jett has a terrific knack for a cover version, though she’s a touch nonchalant – and there’s a real misstep. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee celebrated 45 years of her career-defining albums Bad Reputation and I Love Rock’n’Roll. Source: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/jul/03/joan-jett-and-the-blackhearts-review-o2-academy-glasgow

Baby Rose's third album 'Yearnalism' paints an impressively wide variety of shades on her latest record, from vintage R&B to melodic soft-rock and balladry worthy of Nina Simone. Source: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/jul/10/baby-rose-yearnalism-review-gloriously-cinematic-soul-from-the-edge-of-emotional-collapse

Beth Orton's new album 'The Ground Above' may have been therapeutic for the folktronica artist, but it is not redemptive, according to this review. Source: https://www.popmatters.com/beth-orton-ground-above

Madonna's new album 'Confessions II' reinforces the notion that the best we can hope for from our pop matriarchs is nostalgia, lacking innovation in its sequel to a revival album. Source: https://www.popmatters.com/madonna-confessions-ii

RAYE is featured in The Guardian's list of readers' favourite albums of 2026 so far, alongside artists like Muna, Arlo Parks, Maya Hawke, and J Cole. Source: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/jul/14/readers-favourite-albums-of-2026-so-far-from-muna-to-raye-and-j-cole

Michelle Branch will celebrate the 25th anniversary of her career with a collaborative EP 'Everywhere and Back Again' and a tour. She has also recreated her old hits and has an updated 'The Game of Love' with New Radicals. Source: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/michelle-branch-new-ep-25th-anniversary-new-radicals-1235592070/

Sade is among this year's inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, alongside acts like Phil Collins, Oasis, Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Luther Vandross and Wu-Tang Clan. Source: https://www.nme.com/news/music/phil-collins-talks-meeting-oasis-at-upcoming-rock-hall-of-fame-induction-after-noel-gallagher-called-him-the-antichrist-3957052?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=phil-collins-talks-meeting-oasis-at-upcoming-rock-hall-of-fame-induction-after-noel-gallagher-called-him-the-antichrist

Phoebe Bridgers has performed 'Lost Boys' live on The Tonight Show. The singer-songwriter shared the track last month after announcing her upcoming new album 'Lost Weekend'. Source: https://www.nme.com/news/music/watch-phoebe-bridgers-perform-lost-boys-live-on-the-tonight-show-3957075?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=watch-phoebe-bridgers-perform-lost-boys-live-on-the-tonight-show

Lily Allen has downsized several venues on her North American 'West End Girl' tour and cancelled her Montreal concert. She has also added a new show to the tour, taking place at Seattle's Paramount Theatre in September. Source: https://www.nme.com/news/music/lily-allen-downsizes-several-venues-on-north-american-west-end-girl-tour-and-cancels-montreal-concert-3957090?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lily-allen-downsizes-several-venues-on-north-american-west-end-girl-tour-and-cancels-montreal-concert

Liz Lawrence has announced a 2026 UK tour following the release of her latest album, 'Vespers', last month. Source: https://www.nme.com/news/music/liz-lawrence-announces-2026-uk-tour-buy-tickets-3956920?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=liz-lawrence-announces-2026-uk-tour-buy-tickets

Alabama Shakes have announced their first album in 11 years, titled 'I Must Be Dreaming', set for release on August 28. Source: https://pitchfork.com/story/alabama-shakes-announce-new-album-i-must-be-dreaming/

L7 singer and bassist Jennifer Finch has revealed she has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer and will not be able to participate in the band's farewell tour due to the need for ongoing medical care. Source: https://stereogum.com/2505067/l7s-jennifer-finch-reveals-brain-cancer-diagnosis/news/

Reading & Leeds announces its biggest staging and arena overhaul ever for 2026, with headliners including Fontaines D.C., Florence + The Machine, Dave, Charli XCX, RAYE and Chase & Status. Source: https://www.nme.com/news/music/reading-leeds-announces-biggest-staging-and-arena-overhaul-ever-for-2026-3955680?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reading-leeds-announces-biggest-staging-and-arena-overhaul-ever-for-2026

Reading & Leeds boss Melvin Benn revealed that Charli XCX will headline her show, teasing a potential four full days of music in the future. Source: https://www.nme.com/news/music/reading-leeds-boss-talks-biggest-ever-arena-overhaul-and-strength-of-uk-and-irish-music-on-line-up-were-buzzing-with-ideas-for-the-future-3955730?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reading-leeds-boss-talks-biggest-ever-arena-overhaul-and-strength-of-uk-and-irish-music-on-line-up-were-buzzing-with-ideas-for-the-future

The star’s third album dives more fully into her inner world, with a bigger, more satisfying sound to match Source: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-album-reviews/gracie-abrams-album-review-daughter-from-hell-1235587533/

Julia Jacklin has shared her new song ‘I Wish’. The Australian songwriter’s new album ‘The Gem’ lands on September 25th via 4AD, a 10-track project recorded in Melbourne, a city she now calls home. Source: https://www.clashmusic.com/news/julia-jacklins-i-wish-is-a-song-to-her-younger-self/

Legendary Welsh rock singer Bonnie Tyler passed away unexpectedly on 8 July 2026 at the age of 75 in a Portuguese hospital. Her family and team confirmed that she passed away following complications from emergency intestinal surgery she underwent in May. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c9326rq1509t

We’ve made a new album called Stay Lonely, the name that you guessed already, the name which is a joke but it’s also really not a joke at all, the name that we had for the album before we’d even written the first song. It’s an album entirely made by us two from top to bottom, we wrote, played, recorded, produced, mixed it ourselves and we’re releasing it on our own label in partnership with our friends at V2 Records. It’s kind of an inward looking record from 2 people who are trying to make sense of the strange existence they have shared for over 2 decades. The album comes out on September 18th, a few days before our 22nd anniversary, and we’ve released 2 singles from it today because for us, 2 is the magic number. You can pre-order vinyl and CD right now, and we’ll be seeing you on tour later this year in the real world, which is much better than the online world now isn’t it. Love, BRS xx

Tabitha Zu’s 2026 remastered debut single “Heard It Before” has finally landed in the land of the digital — marking a new chapter in the band’s long-overdue digital revival. The track was originally released as a limited split 7-inch in 1991 with TLF label mates Homage Freaks. “Heard It Before” captures Tabitha Zu at their earliest and most direct - urgent, unapologetic, and unfiltered. Mixed by Derek Birkett (Flux of Pink Indians, OLI Records), the track packs a punch — raw, stormy and ethereal in equal measure. The single is released alongside a newly created video built entirely from never-before-seen live footage and archival tour photography. The track offers a vivid snapshot of a band both fearless, wild spirited and impossible to ignore. https://maplebee2.bandcamp.com/track/heard-it-before

Singer Jessie J has said she is now "cancer free", a year after revealing she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. In a video posted on Instagram on Thursday, external, the singer is seen waiting for an MRI scan as part of a yearly check-up. The caption reads: "Results are in and I am cancer-free!" followed by 10 crying emojis. BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crrpxzrgnppo

From soap star to superstar, Kylie's career has been full of twists, turns and spinning around — as she candidly reveals in this unfiltered documentary.

Riotous punk rock icons Lunachicks reunite after 20 years in an unfiltered, hilarious, and electric documentary. Packed with rare archival footage, the film traces their rise from gritty NYC teens to feminist trailblazers of the 90s grunge era. Fans and newcomers alike will thrill as the band recounts old antics, rekindles bonds, and embarks on their long-awaited journey back to the stage.

| Date | City | Country | Venue | Tickets / Info | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **29 Sep 2026** | Porto | Portugal | Mouco Hotel | [Official Tour Page](https://bloodredshoes.co.uk) | | **30 Sep 2026** | Lisbon | Portugal | República da Música | [Official Tour Page](https://bloodredshoes.co.uk) | | **01 Oct 2026** | Madrid | Spain | Moby Dick Club | [Ticketmaster](https://ticketmaster.co.uk) | | **02 Oct 2026** | Bilbao | Spain | Azkena Bilbo | [Ticketmaster](https://ticketmaster.co.uk) | | **03 Oct 2026** | Barcelona | Spain | Razzmatazz 2 | [Official Tour Page](https://bloodredshoes.co.uk) | | **05 Oct 2026** | Bordeaux | France | Rockschool Barbey | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **06 Oct 2026** | Nîmes | France | Paloma | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **07 Oct 2026** | Annecy | France | Le Brise Glace | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **08 Oct 2026** | Zürich | Switzerland | Plaza | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **09 Oct 2026** | Vienna | Austria | Flex Wien | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **10 Oct 2026** | Prague | Czech Republic | Cargo Gallery | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **12 Oct 2026** | Munich | Germany | Technikum | [Official Tour Page](https://bloodredshoes.co.uk) | | **13 Oct 2026** | Berlin | Germany | Festsaal Kreuzberg | [Official Tour Page](https://bloodredshoes.co.uk) | | **14 Oct 2026** | Hamburg | Germany | Uebel & Gefährlich | [Official Tour Page](https://bloodredshoes.co.uk) | | **15 Oct 2026** | Cologne | Germany | Bürgerhaus Stollwerck | [Official Tour Page](https://bloodredshoes.co.uk) | | **16 Oct 2026** | Utrecht | Netherlands | TivoliVredenburg (Pandora) | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **17 Oct 2026** | Amsterdam | Netherlands | Tolhuistuin | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **19 Oct 2026** | Nijmegen | Netherlands | Doornroosje | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **20 Oct 2026** | Eindhoven | Netherlands | Effenaar | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **21 Oct 2026** | Antwerp | Belgium | Kavka Zappa | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **22 Oct 2026** | Lille | France | L'Aéronef | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **23 Oct 2026** | Rennes | France | UBU | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **24 Oct 2026** | Paris | France | Le Trabendo | [Songkick](https://songkick.com) | | **27 Oct 2026** | Glasgow | United Kingdom | King Tut's Wah Wah Hut | [Ticketmaster](https://ticketmaster.co.uk) | | **28 Oct 2026** | Manchester | United Kingdom | Gorilla | [See Tickets](https://seetickets.com) | | **29 Oct 2026** | London | United Kingdom | Village Underground | [See Tickets](https://seetickets.com) | | **30 Oct 2026** | Bristol | United Kingdom | Thekla | [See Tickets](https://seetickets.com) |

The legendary '90s grunge band L7 has officially announced **"The Last Hurrah Tour,"** which will serve as their final farewell world tour. Frontwoman Donita Sparks shared that after 11 years of touring since their 2014 reunion, the band is ready to take a final bow and say goodbye to their fans. *** ## 2026 Tour Dates ### Summer Dates (Supporting Amyl and the Sniffers & Festivals) * **01 Jun:** Toronto, ON – History * **02 Jun:** Montreal, QC – M Telus * **04 Jun:** Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway * **06 Jun:** New York, NY – Knockdown Center * **07 Jun:** Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore * **09 Jun:** Washington, DC – The Anthem * **15 Jun:** Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre * **11-12 Jul:** Lille, FR – Sjock 50 Festival ### Fall Headline Leg (The Last Hurrah) * **09 Oct:** Phoenix, AZ – Walter Studios * **11 Oct:** Dallas, TX – Granada Theater * **12 Oct:** Austin, TX – Emo's Austin * **14 Oct:** Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade (Heaven) * **16 Oct:** Nashville, TN – Cannery Hall * **17 Oct:** Carrboro, NC – Cat's Cradle * **18 Oct:** Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring * **20 Oct:** Philadelphia, PA – Union Transfer * **22 Oct:** Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club * **24 Oct:** Queens, NY – Knockdown Center * **25 Oct:** Asbury Park, NJ – The Stone Pony * **27 Oct:** Pittsburgh, PA – Mr. Smalls Theatre * **28 Oct:** Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew's Hall * **29 Oct:** Cleveland, OH – House of Blues * **31 Oct:** Milwaukee, WI – The Rave * **01 Nov:** Chicago, IL – The Vic Theatre * **02 Nov:** Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue * **05 Nov:** Denver, CO – Gothic Theatre * **06 Nov:** Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot * **08 Nov:** Portland, OR – Revolution Hall * **10 Nov:** Seattle, WA – The Showbox * **11 Nov:** Vancouver, BC – Vogue Theatre * **13 Nov:** San Francisco, CA – The Regency Ballroom * **14 Nov:** Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern

Lush have announced details of their first live show in almost twenty years, playing London's prestigious Roundhouse venue on Friday 6th May 2016. Tickets for the show go on sale on Wednesday 30th September 2015 at 9am via www.alt-tickets.co.uk/lush-tickets and are priced at £27.50. Further worldwide shows will be announced shortly. Lush played their last show in Tokyo in September 1996. ........ http://music-news.com/news/UK/92513/Read

'Black, White & Blue' serves as the lead single from her new album Anxiety. It will be released on February 19. http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/music/news/a360715/ladyhawke-announces-new-single-black-white--blue.html

PJ Harvey has become the first person to win the Mercury Prize twice, with her album Let England Shake. The record, which was inspired by the horrors of war, was the bookmakers' favourite. Harvey won in 2001, when the ceremony was held on 11 September, but was unable to accept the prize in person because she was on tour in the US..... BBC http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-14815129

Anet Mook, singer and guitarist in 1990s indie band Cay, has died after being apparently struck by a bus. The musician passed away in her native Holland earlier this month, where her funeral was held on Thursday (June 15). Read more at http://www.nme.com/news/cay/57422#431yibbfYoAYYWgI.99

Lady Gaga fans were delighted Monday to learn that they could download her new album, Born This Way, from Amazon for a mere $0.99 -- until, of course, technical difficulties set in. Downloads of the album are delayed, leaving folks unable to get the entire album immediately upon purchase. http://news.yahoo.com/s/mashable/20110523/tc_mashable/lady_gagas_099_album_download_overwhelms_amazon_1

Katy Perry has become the first artist in US chart history to spend an entire year in the top 10. Four of her singles have been in the Billboard Hot 100 chart separately for 52 weeks in a row. Swedish group Ace of Base held the previous record with a 48-week run with All That She Wants, The Sign and Don't Turn Around between 1993 and 1994. In April, Perry became only the ninth artist in US history to score four number 1 singles from the same album. E.T. (featuring Kanye West) went down to number two in the US chart this week after spending five weeks at the top. California Gurls, Teenage Dream and Firework also all spent time in the top 10 over the past year. Currently on a world tour, Perry will play a series of concerts across the UK in October and November. Source : BBC http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/13424890

Punk singer Poly Styrene, former singer with the X Ray Spex, has died at the age of 53 after suffering from cancer. BBC http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-13193968

You may have already noticed Ladytron's latest single 'Ace of Hz' is featured on the FIFA 2011 video game soundtrack, and as far as soundtracks go, this isn't the last time you'll see the band's name listed on one. "That's something we've definitely wanted to get into," singer Mira Aroyo tells Spinner, noting the band's interest in scoring everything from computer games to feature films. "A lot of our music has been in films, but we'd like to make more music for film and game soundtracks." The quartet's ultimate goal is to score an entire film, but they will take it one step at a time, as Aroyo explains, "at the moment, we're talking about scoring some games." Their contribution to FIFA is just the latest of several projects that boast the group's synth-powered beats, with their sonic handiwork showcased on flicks like 'August' (2008), 'Sorority Row' (2009), and last year's fashion documentary about Vogue Magazine, 'The September Issue.' Scanning this list, one can gather that Ladytron's dark and eerie electro-pop lends itself quite well to a variety of projects. But what type of film or video game does the band, themselves, think would best suit the Ladytron touch? "Something that definitely has its own mood," says Aroyo. "It's slightly melancholic but with funny elements, as well. "A horror film would be a lot of fun," she adds. Another genre that Aroyo believes to be a good fit are Westerns, which might seem a little odd without the following disclaimer: "Not in a typical Western kind of way," says Aroyo, "the way that 'There Will Be Blood' was scored." Though Ladytron is all about broadening their horizons, the band hasn't lost track of their main focus as evidenced by the arrival of their upcoming full-length later this year. Promising a grander, more mature sound, with an abundance of orchestral elements and organs, the album will remind people that though it's fun to encounter their sounds on a video game or documentary, hearing just one song on a soundtrack rarely satisfies a Ladytron craving. [Source http://www.spinner.com/2011/03/24/ladytron-synth-pop-soundtracks/ ]

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yeh it's true. having been "off tour" for about a year we're keen to get back to it in support of the new album. i think the most shows we've done in a row in 2009 was six, which by our standards is pathetic, this feels much more like real touring. tickets go onsale at 9am tomorrow (wednesday) and are all £8 apart from london which is a quid or two more i think. all the venues are 14+ apart from edinburgh sadly (sorry but they can only do 16+). MARCH 2010 02 - Academy 3, Birmingham 03 - Rescue Rooms, Nottingham 04 - Thekla, Bristol 05 - Komedia, Brighton 06 - Cockpit, Leeds 08 - Electric Circus, Edinburgh 09 - Doghouse, Dundee 10 - King Tuts, Glasgow 11 - Academy 2, Newcastle 12 - Academy 3, Manchester 13 - Garage, London

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NEW TIMES Thursday, Sep. 24 2009 @ 03:00PM Alligator Alley has a stacked lineup for Saturday, which includes the most rawkin', grrrliest band in South Florida, Angry Pudding. The foursome is one of the best punk groups around, playing with a femme-driven grit that, well, is sort of hard to find in these parts. I admit, I have a serious soft spot for the XX-set, but South Florida, come on! I feel like our tri-county punk scene is dominated by testosterone. Can we borrow Kathleen Hanna from Willie Mae Rock Camp and send her over to the Talent Farm? Angry Pudding will play along with some of our favorite bluesy garage rockers Stonefox, and psychedelic indie groups Psycho Daisies and the Dirty Boxes. Doors open at 8 p.m., music at 9:30. You may want to show up at Alligator Alley early because it'll feel like a packed house even if only the bands show up. Admission costs $7.

The new Bananarama album is entitled VIVA and is planned to be released in September 2009. This fantastic new album is written by Sara and Keren and produced by Ian Masterson. The first single taken from VIVA is "Love Comes".

With acclaimed producer Don Gilmore (Avril Lavigne, Linkin Park, Pearl Jam) at the famed NRG Studios in Los Angeles. This new effort is another huge step forward in the band's continuous evolution and marks their first full-length since 2006's Karmacode. Cristina Scabbia (vocals) states: "Shallow Life is a natural metamorphosis from within the band; we explored different musical territories while maintaining our own style. A mix of old and new, fast and slow and light and dark. The album production is incredibly powerful and has a beautiful purity to it. Shallow Life has forced us to challenge ourselves. It represents the way we see ourselves in the days we live in through truth, love and lies."

Toronto's Birthday Massacre offer their first live CD, capturing the intensity of their shows recorded in late 2007 in Hamburg. Features fifteen fan faves. Look for the DVD later this year, as well as another studio album.

Awesome new album, out now!!