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Every week, we’ll be posting a new illustration by David Lester. The Mecca Normal guitarist is visually documenting people, places and events from his band’s 40-year run, with text by vocalist Jean Smith. If this is the woman in the song, perhaps being marooned for 20 years after the sea sucked her boat away is not necessarily […] The post Normal History Vol.  » Read More

40 years ago today, the Cure released Japanese Whispers. You remember from December. Read our Cure live reviews from this year: The post The Cure Released “Japanese Whispers” 40 Years Ago Today appeared first on Magnet Magazine.  » Read More

Happy birthday Benny Andersson (ABBA). Here we go again. Read Wesley Stace in MAGNET on ABBA: The post Happy Birthday Benny Andersson (ABBA) appeared first on Magnet Magazine.  » Read More

Happy birthday Billy F Gibbons (ZZ Top). Enjoy and get it on. Photo for MAGNET by Wes Orshoski. Read our Gibbons live review from 2018: The post Happy Birthday Billy F Gibbons (ZZ Top) appeared first on Magnet Magazine.  » Read More

Renowned for its rich analog tones and unparalleled versatility, the Prophet-6 isn't merely another instrument in a producer's arsenal. It's a source of inspiration, a catalyst for creativity. In a candid interview with Solique, the electronic duo making waves with their debut on LIFEFORMS with the ...Continue reading  » Read More

In the heart of club and rave culture, there's a notable trend of audiences consistently facing the DJ during performances, a departure from the eclectic dance practices of past raves. This shift in dance floor etiquette and audience dynamics raises questions about its impact on live dance music ...Continue reading  » Read More

Hot take; there's too much music getting released these days. It's impossible to keep up with it all, and there's no worse sense of FOMO than the fear that something that could have been your next favorite track slipped under your radar. But with so much going on these days, you don't have time to ...Continue reading  » Read More

Julian Prince, the driving force behind the acclaimed SXM Festival, reveals the inner workings of festival selection committees, sharing invaluable insights into what shapes the ultimate line-up. This exclusive interview, an essential read for music enthusiasts and aspiring artists, unveils the ...Continue reading  » Read More

This week we revealed our staff picks for 2023’s best songs and our columnists’ countdowns of the year’s best country, electronic, rap, hardcore, jazz, metal, and experimental albums. We also shared our annual In Memoriam tribute to the bands who broke up. RIP KIX. There’s more year-end coverage coming next week, but it will be weirder.  » Read More