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Candlebox frontman Kevin Martin spoke about his decision to retire after the 30th anniversary of the release of the band’s debut album in 2023. He recently joined in for an interview with “Paltrocast” host Darren Paltrowitz. Here is what he said (via Blabbermouth): “It’s been a great career and I’m just so grateful that our music has lasted for 30 years.  » Read More

The solo studio LP is billed as Stevens’ first true singer-songwriter album since Carrie & Lowell  » Read More

Of all the things that could’ve sabotaged the creative process for Soft Punch’s Rye Thomas, writer’s block wasn’t one of them. Words have always seemed to come fairly easily for Thomas, as both a journalist and a musician embedded in Washington, D.C’s DYI underground. Turns out Thomas had other major obstacles to contend with—namely a […] The post MAGNET Exclusive: Premiere Of Soft Punch’s “My Head” Video appeared first on […]

Happy birthday Matt Johnson (The The). This is the day when things fall into place. Read our Classic Alternative review of The The’s Dusk: The post Happy Birthday Matt Johnson (The The) appeared first on Magnet Magazine.  » Read More

40 years ago today, Cheap Trick released Next Position Please. Tramps like us … Read our overview of ‘70s power pop featuring Cheap Trick, Raspberries, Flamin’ Groovies, the Nerves and more: The post Cheap Trick Released “Next Position Please” 40 Years Ago Today appeared first on Magnet Magazine.  » Read More

Happy birthday Craig Wedren (Shudder To Think). Tough lover. Watch our MAGNET television episode with him: The post Happy Birthday Craig Wedren (Shudder To Think) appeared first on Magnet Magazine.  » Read More

35 years ago today, the Wonder Stuff released debut album The Eight Legged Groove Machine. Give, give, give us more, more, more. Read our review of Cherry Red’s excellent C87 compilation with the Wonder Stuff, House Of Love, Vaselines, Wedding Present and more: The post The Wonder Stuff Released Debut Album “The Eight Legged Groove Machine”  » Read More

Happy birthday Jimmy Webb. What’s the worst that could happen? Read Bob Mould in MAGNET on Webb: The post Happy Birthday Jimmy Webb appeared first on Magnet Magazine.  » Read More

Get yourself back to the garden. The post Ah, Woodstock … 54 Years Ago Today appeared first on Magnet Magazine.  » Read More