# indie rock (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover indie rock. Page: Feed: --- ## [Taylor Swift Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton: “A World Without Dolly Doesn’t Feel Possible”](https://consequence.net/2026/08/taylor-swift-dolly-parton-tribute/) _2026-08-26 · Eddie Fu · Consequence_ Swift is the latest notable musician to honor Parton in light of her passing. Taylor Swift Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton: “A World Without Dolly Doesn’t Feel Possible” Eddie Fu ## [Eminem Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton: “A Superstar in Every Sense”](https://consequence.net/2026/08/eminem-dolly-parton-tribute-letter/) _2026-08-26 · Karan Singh · Consequence_ Both artists were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022, but never got the chance to meet. Eminem Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton: “A Superstar in Every Sense” Karan Singh ## [What The Dog Stars’s Messy Failures Reveal About Ridley Scott](https://consequence.net/2026/08/dog-stars-review-ridley-scott-jacob-elordi/) _2026-08-26 · Liz Shannon Miller · Consequence_ This post-apocalyptic thriller desperately needed a stronger script. What The Dog Stars’s Messy Failures Reveal About Ridley Scott Liz Shannon Miller ## [Dolly Parton Died Following Brief Battle with Cancer](https://consequence.net/2026/08/dolly-parton-died-following-brief-battle-with-cancer/) _2026-08-25 · Alex Young · Consequence_ Parton, 80, passed away at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, surrounded by loved ones. Dolly Parton Died Following Brief Battle with Cancer Alex Young ## [Jack White Covers “Jolene” Live in Tribute to Dolly Parton: Watch](https://consequence.net/2026/08/jack-white-dolly-parton-jolene-cover/) _2026-08-25 · Alex Young · Consequence_ "Instant Sainthood," White wrote of Parton in an Instagram post following news of her death. Jack White Covers “Jolene” Live in Tribute to Dolly Parton: Watch Alex Young ## [How Dolly Parton Made the World Better Through Charity](https://consequence.net/2026/08/dolly-parton-charity-money-donation-giving/) _2026-08-25 · Wren Graves · Consequence_ After making her name in music, Dolly Parton lived her life in charity. How Dolly Parton Made the World Better Through Charity Wren Graves ## [Bruno Mars at MetLife Stadium: How to Get Last-Minute Tickets](https://consequence.net/2026/08/bruno-mars-romantic-tour-metlife-stadium-tickets/) _2026-08-25 · Travis Bland · Consequence_ "The Romantic Tour" comes to MetLife Stadium for two more nights on Tuesday, August 25th and Wednesday, August 26th. Bruno Mars at MetLife Stadium: How to Get Last-Minute Tickets Travis Bland ## [Trump’s Kennedy Center Name Change Cost Venue Nearly $100 Million in Lost Revenue: Report](https://consequence.net/2026/08/trump-name-cost-kennedy-center-budget/) _2026-08-25 · Travis Bland · Consequence_ Ticket sales and donations plummeted after the president's name was put on the building despite officials statement to the contrary, a new report found. Trump’s Kennedy Center Name Change Cost Venue Nearly $100 Million in Lost Revenue: Report Travis Bland ## [Kanye West’s Russia Concerts Canceled After Contract Dispute, Venue Says](https://consequence.net/2026/08/kanye-west-russia-concerts-canceled/) _2026-08-25 · Travis Bland · Consequence_ The concerts were supposed to take place at a St. Petersburg arena in October. Kanye West’s Russia Concerts Canceled After Contract Dispute, Venue Says Travis Bland ## [Paul McCartney Remembers Dolly Parton: “We Will Always Love You”](https://consequence.net/2026/08/paul-mccartney-dolly-parton-tribute/) _2026-08-25 · Paolo Ragusa · Consequence_ "Her songwriting, her singing and her philanthropy were unrivaled in the world of country music and it is hard to imagine living in a world without Dolly," McCartney wrote in his tribute. Paul McCartney Remembers Dolly Parton: “We Will Always Love You” Paolo Ragusa ## [Collect Open Source Legends (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ndS6REmn2QXP) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Open-licensed art, limited foil trading packs, and optional on-chain mints. ## [Olivia Rodrigo Releases Politically Charged New Song “Serena Joy” on Limited-Edition CD](https://consequence.net/2026/08/olivia-rodrigo-releases-politically-charged-new-song-serena-joy-on-limited-edition-cd/) _2026-08-22 · Alex Krinsky · Consequence_ Named after the Handmaid's Tale character, the track arrives ahead of Rodrigo's inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival in Irvine. Olivia Rodrigo Releases Politically Charged New Song “Serena Joy” on Limited-Edition CD Alex Krinsky ## [Vans Warped Tour 2026 – Jour 1 | Réussir son comeback](https://sorstu.ca/vans-warped-tour-2026-jour-1-reussir-son-comeback/) _2026-08-22 · Joshua Lessard · Sors-tu?Sors-tu? – Média de sorties culturelles à Montréal et au Québec_ Hey, grosse année pareil, hein, 2026. La Tournée 123Punk qui repart. Bam Margera qui recommence à skater. Et là, 12 ans après ce qui semblait pourtant être un adieu, le retour du Warped Tour. What’s my age again? ## [Kacey Musgraves Launches Lube, Hangs from Giant Disco Balls at Tour Kickoff](https://consequence.net/2026/08/kacey-musgraves-sex-lube-disco-balls-tour-kickoff/) _2026-08-22 · Alex Krinsky · Consequence_ The suggestive product launch arrived just days before Musgraves took the joke to arena scale in Chicago. Kacey Musgraves Launches Lube, Hangs from Giant Disco Balls at Tour Kickoff Alex Krinsky ## [Buckcherry’s Tour Bus Involved in Fatal Multi-Vehicle Accident](https://consequence.net/2026/08/buckcherrys-tour-bus-involved-in-fatal-multi-vehicle-accident/) _2026-08-22 · Alex Young · Consequence_ Members of the band and its touring crew are said to be "safe and unharmed." Buckcherry’s Tour Bus Involved in Fatal Multi-Vehicle Accident Alex Young ## [See the Setlist for Garth Brooks’ “Blame It All On My Roots” Arena Tour Kick-Off](https://consequence.net/2026/08/garth-brooks-blame-it-all-on-my-roots-arena-tour-setlist/) _2026-08-22 · Alex Young · Consequence_ Brooks kicked off his arena return with two sold-out Indianapolis shows featuring deep cuts, fan favorites, and surprises from across his career. See the Setlist for Garth Brooks’ “Blame It All On My Roots” Arena Tour Kick-Off Alex Young ## [3 Led Zeppelin vocal parts Robert Plant listed as favorites](https://rockandrollgarage.com/3-led-zeppelin-vocal-parts-robert-plant-listed-as-favorites/) _2026-08-21 · Rafael Polcaro · Rock and Roll Garage_ To millions of fans and many singers who were influenced by him, Robert Plant is one of the greatest singers in the world, especially revered for his work with Led Zeppelin . Although he has had a very diverse solo career since 1980, where he showed and continues to show how versatile he can be as a singer, his songwriting and voice continue to be discovered by younger generations. In interviews… ## [Foo Fighters will be AC/DC’s opening act next September](https://rockandrollgarage.com/foo-fighters-will-be-ac-dcs-opening-act-next-september/) _2026-08-21 · Rafael Polcaro · Rock and Roll Garage_ Foo Fighters will take one detour from their "Take Cover" tour to fill in for Pretty Reckless that will be unable to be AC/DC 's opening act at their show next September 8 at the Dome at America's Center in St. Louis, Missouri. Dave Grohl and the band are good friends with the Hard Rock band and they are pretty excited. What Dave Grohl said about Foo Fighters being AC/DC's opening act for the… ## [Def Leppard’s Vivian Campbell talks about his cancer treatment](https://rockandrollgarage.com/def-leppards-vivian-campbell-talks-about-his-cancer-treatment/) _2026-08-21 · Rafael Polcaro · Rock and Roll Garage_ Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2013 and has had ups and downs with his health since then. He has now revealed that the cancer has returned once again and he is continuing treatment to manage it. Def Leppard's Vivian Campbell talks about his cancer treatment "Well, I think you have to keep moving forward. And I do think that that's what helped me,… ## [Hear the new Jefferson Starship song “Jetpack”](https://rockandrollgarage.com/hear-the-new-jefferson-starship-song-jetpack/) _2026-08-21 · Rafael Polcaro · Rock and Roll Garage_ Jefferson Starship continues active led by the founding member David Freiberg (Vocals and guitar), accompanied by Donny Baldwin (Drums), Chris Smith (Keyboards, bass), Cathy Richardson (Vocals and guitar) and Jude Gold (Guitar). They are currently touring across the United States and released a new single called "Jetpack". Hear the new Jefferson Starship song "Jetpack"… ## [ENHYPEN on How THE SIN : BLISS Is a New Sound for a New Beginning](https://consequence.net/2026/08/enhypen-new-album-the-sin-bliss-interview/) _2026-08-21 · Christine Terrisse · Consequence_ ENHYPEN on how their latest EP THE SIN : BLISS stretched them artistically and personally. ENHYPEN on How THE SIN : BLISS Is a New Sound for a New Beginning Christine Terrisse ## [100,000 Bonus Points Await You (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/9Ngfo2JIatQY) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in the first 3 months. ## [Eddie Van Halen on Jimmy Page and Ritchie Blackmore as guitarists](https://rockandrollgarage.com/eddie-van-halen-on-jimmy-page-and-ritchie-blackmore-as-guitarists/) _2026-08-21 · Rafael Polcaro · Rock and Roll Garage_ Without Jimi Hendrix and Eddie Van Halen, guitar playing could have been very different over the past six decades and Rock and Roll would not be exactly the same. They expanded the notion of what guitar playing could be with their extremely difficult techniques, which were never easily replicated by other musicians and represented a huge innovation. During his career, Eddie shared his views on… ## [The Lion King à la Place des Arts | Le lion est loin de vouloir mourir ce soir](https://sorstu.ca/the-lion-king-a-la-place-des-arts-le-lion-est-loin-de-vouloir-mourir-ce-soir/) _2026-08-21 · Charleyne Bachraty · Sors-tu?Sors-tu? – Média de sorties culturelles à Montréal et au Québec_ Avertissement : cette critique va manquer d’objectivité. Car la comédie musicale The Lion King est un mythe, rien de moins. Cela dit, d’autres comédies musicales pourraient lui disputer le podium de Broadway, autant récentes que plus datées. Et pourtant, celle-ci traverse les décennies sans fausse note (!!!), et rallie de nouveaux adeptes à chaque tournée. ## [West End Motel and Matt Pike Honor Mastodon’s Brent Hinds with New Song “Return of the Kid”: Stream](https://consequence.net/2026/08/west-end-motel-matt-pike-brent-hinds-return-of-the-kid/) _2026-08-21 · Langdon Hickman · Consequence_ The track was released on the one-year anniversary of the Mastodon guitarist's tragic passing. West End Motel and Matt Pike Honor Mastodon’s Brent Hinds with New Song “Return of the Kid”: Stream Langdon Hickman ## [Heavy Song of the Week: Down Return with Masterpiece “Blood Oath”](https://consequence.net/2026/08/heavy-song-of-the-week-down-blood-oath/) _2026-08-21 · Langdon Hickman · Consequence_ Down return after over a decade with the genuinely perfect Sabbathian doom metal track "Blood Oath." Heavy Song of the Week: Down Return with Masterpiece “Blood Oath” Langdon Hickman ## [Ministry Unleash Anti-Trump Single and Music Video “We Hate”: Stream](https://consequence.net/2026/08/ministry-we-hate-single-video/) _2026-08-21 · Langdon Hickman · Consequence_ The video delivers a scathing examination of Trump's presidency. Ministry Unleash Anti-Trump Single and Music Video “We Hate”: Stream Langdon Hickman ## [Fontaines D.C. Announce Fall Headlining Shows in Brooklyn and Los Angeles](https://consequence.net/2026/08/fontaines-dc-fall-headlining-shows-brooklyn-los-angeles/) _2026-08-21 · Paolo Ragusa · Consequence_ Fresh off the announcement of their new album Dopamine Chamber, the Irish band will perform two special headlining shows in the US in September. Fontaines D.C. Announce Fall Headlining Shows in Brooklyn and Los Angeles Paolo Ragusa ## [Superman Spinoff Comedy The People v. 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Travis Barker Opens Up on Plane Crash and Mom’s Passing in Interview with Anderson Cooper Spencer Kaufman ## [Young Miko Names Bad Bunny, Tego Calderon to Her Reggaeton Mount Rushmore](https://consequence.net/2026/08/young-miko-reggaeton-mount-rushmore/) _2026-08-21 · Pedro Camacho · Consequence_ Asked to narrow her picks down to four, Miko admitted she couldn’t: “Si eres de PR, you’re up there for me". Young Miko Names Bad Bunny, Tego Calderon to Her Reggaeton Mount Rushmore Pedro Camacho ## [Dissecting Series A Rounds (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/sXBUieVDGQOq) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Two real Series A cases: timelines, investor sequencing, and common founder mistakes. ## [Stream On This Week: An Instantly Iconic Dad Movie, and Lady Whistledown Is Watching The Sopranos](https://consequence.net/2026/08/stream-on-pressure-lanterns-nicola-coughlan/) _2026-08-21 · Liz Shannon Miller · Consequence_ Here's what to stream the weekend of August 21st. Stream On This Week: An Instantly Iconic Dad Movie, and Lady Whistledown Is Watching The Sopranos Liz Shannon Miller ## [Les soirées à l’Ange cornu | La poésie «trad-urbaine» d’Alphonse Bisaillon](https://sorstu.ca/les-soirees-a-lange-cornu-la-poesie-trad-urbaine-dalphonse-bisaillon/) _2026-08-21 · Denis Bergeron · Sors-tu?Sors-tu? – Média de sorties culturelles à Montréal et au Québec_ Alphonse et sa bande étaient donc de passage au bistro l'Ange cornu de L'Assomption le 11 août dernier et notre collaborateur Denis Bergeron, de plus en plus familier avec la planète du jeune auteur-compositeur-interprète, était présent. ## [Mac Miller’s Estate Announces The Divine Feminine 10th Anniversary Edition, Unveils “Butterflies”: Stream](https://consequence.net/2026/08/mac-millers-estate-announces-the-divine-feminine-10th-anniversary-edition-unveils-butterflies-stream/) _2026-08-21 · Travis Bland · Consequence_ The anniversary edition of the rapper's fourth studio album comes out in October. Mac Miller’s Estate Announces The Divine Feminine 10th Anniversary Edition, Unveils “Butterflies”: Stream Travis Bland ## [New Snake Species Named After Slash](https://consequence.net/2026/08/new-snake-species-named-after-slash/) _2026-08-21 · Travis Bland · Consequence_ The Guns N' Roses guitarist has been a long-time enthusiast of reptiles and supporter of conservation efforts. New Snake Species Named After Slash Travis Bland ## [Rosie O’Donnell’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! Takeover Sets Summer Ratings High](https://consequence.net/2026/08/rosie-odonnell-jimmy-kimmel-guest-host-ratings/) _2026-08-21 · Alex Krinsky · Consequence_ Her Monday episode also out-rated The Tonight Show. Rosie O’Donnell’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! Takeover Sets Summer Ratings High Alex Krinsky ## [Ticketmaster Cancels Scalped Tickets to Olivia Rodrigo’s “The Unraveled Tour,” and Fans Can Get Them at Face Value](https://consequence.net/2026/08/ticketmaster-offers-fans-recovered-olivia-rodrigo-tickets/) _2026-08-20 · Travis Bland · Consequence_ Fans of the mega pop star have until Friday, August 21st at 11:59 p.m. ET to request the tickets. Ticketmaster Cancels Scalped Tickets to Olivia Rodrigo’s “The Unraveled Tour,” and Fans Can Get Them at Face Value Travis Bland ## [MUTEK 2026 | Le Village Numérique : lieu par excellence pour découvrir l’art numérique québécois](https://sorstu.ca/mutek-2026-le-village-numerique-lieu-par-excellence-pour-decouvrir-lart-numerique-quebecois/) _2026-08-20 · Félix Rousseau-Giguère · Sors-tu?Sors-tu? – Média de sorties culturelles à Montréal et au Québec_ Le festival MUTEK et l’association professionnelle des créateurs d’expériences numériques XN Québec s’associent pour une troisième année pour présenter le Village Numérique, un parcours gratuit d’installations d’art numérique qui se déploie au Quartier des spectacles, à l’Agora du Cœur des sciences de l’UQAM, à la Place des Arts et à la Société des Arts technologiques (SAT), à Montréal. ## [Sean Duffy’s America 250 Reality Show Draws Just 2,900 Viewers](https://consequence.net/2026/08/sean-duffys-america-250-reality-show-draws-just-2900-viewers/) _2026-08-20 · Alex Krinsky · Consequence_ Months of promotion, corporate sponsors, and a cameo from Donald Trump haven't translated into much of an audience Sean Duffy’s America 250 Reality Show Draws Just 2,900 Viewers Alex Krinsky ## [beabadoobee Gets Nostalgic on New Song “Memories”: Stream](https://consequence.net/2026/08/beabadoobee-memories-new-song/) _2026-08-20 · Alex Krinsky · Consequence_ Bea describes the bittersweet track as "one of the happiest songs on the album," despite its fixation on moments that are long gone. beabadoobee Gets Nostalgic on New Song “Memories”: Stream Alex Krinsky ## [Wolves in the Throne Room Announce New Album, Unveil “Ghosts Among the Obelisks”: Stream](https://consequence.net/2026/08/wittr-estuary-ghosts-among-the-obelisks/) _2026-08-20 · Langdon Hickman · Consequence_ Estuary, the band's eighth LP, is out October 23rd via Relapse Records. Wolves in the Throne Room Announce New Album, Unveil “Ghosts Among the Obelisks”: Stream Langdon Hickman ## [Argentina’s Cosquín Rock Announces 2027 Lineup with Jack Johnson, Babasónicos, Wos, and Illya Kuryaki](https://consequence.net/2026/08/jack-johnson-babasonicos-cosquin-rock-2027/) _2026-08-20 · Pedro Camacho · Consequence_ The 27th edition of the festival returns to Córdoba on February 6th and 7th with Los Fabulosos Cadillacs, Jorge Drexler, Divididos, and more. Argentina’s Cosquín Rock Announces 2027 Lineup with Jack Johnson, Babasónicos, Wos, and Illya Kuryaki Pedro Camacho ## [Enslaved Announce New Album, Unleash Single “Solar Will”: Stream](https://consequence.net/2026/08/enslaved-new-album-single-solar-will/) _2026-08-20 · Langdon Hickman · Consequence_ The veteran metal act's 17th studio album is out October 30th via Nuclear Blast Records. Enslaved Announce New Album, Unleash Single “Solar Will”: Stream Langdon Hickman ## [Def Leppard’s Vivian Campbell Reveals His Cancer Has Returned](https://consequence.net/2026/08/def-leppard-vivian-campbell-cancer-has-returned/) _2026-08-20 · Spencer Kaufman · Consequence_ The guitarist was originally diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2013. Def Leppard’s Vivian Campbell Reveals His Cancer Has Returned Spencer Kaufman ## [Patrick Haggerty and Andrew Sa Color Their Songs in Shades of Lavender](https://www.popmatters.com/patrick-haggerty-andrew-femme-cowboys) _2026-08-20 · A. Loudermilk · PopMatters_ If the song “A Boy Named Sue”, as a specter of queerness, haunts country music, Lavender Country’s Patrick Haggerty is country’s queer saint and Andrew Sa is a credible beneficiary of queer country’s legacy. ## [The Music Never Stops with the Terrapin Roadshow](https://www.popmatters.com/terrapin-roadshow-2026) _2026-08-20 · Greg M. Schwartz · PopMatters_ Grahame Lesh and the Terrapin Family Band honor the past by rocking into the future at the Terrapin Roadshow. It's a sonic journey through time and space. ## [Lambchop’s ‘Punching the Clown’ Is Worth the 4-Year Wait](https://www.popmatters.com/lambchop-punching-the-clown) _2026-08-20 · John Alan Urquhart · PopMatters_ With acoustic guitar and banjo, Lambchop return to their Nashville roots, while the choruses create yet another idiosyncratic background for musings on America. ## [Wild Pink Churn Out Some Swaggering Rock and Roll](https://www.popmatters.com/wild-pink-still-coming-down) _2026-08-20 · Patrick Gill · PopMatters_ On Still Coming Down , the John Ross-fronted Wild Pink keep things crunchy and concise on a record meant to be played on repeat. ## [Lee Scratch Perry Was at the Height of His Powers in 1973](https://www.popmatters.com/lee-scratch-perry-flashing-echo) _2026-08-20 · John Bergstrom · PopMatters_ Lee Scratch Perry's Flashing Echo captures a seminal artist at the peak of his powers, just before those powers were transferred from one context to another. ## [Charli XCX Discovers the Antidote to Fame](https://www.popmatters.com/charli-xcx-music-fashion-2-2) _2026-08-20 · Matthew Dwyer · PopMatters_ On Music, Fashion, Film , Charli XCX turns experimentation into self-deprecation, vindicating pop music's commercialism. ## [MUTEK 2026 | Une 27e édition vibrante au coeur de la créativité numérique](https://sorstu.ca/mutek-2026-une-27e-edition-vibrante-au-coeur-de-la-creativite-numerique/) _2026-08-20 · REFRAIN Projet Horizons · Sors-tu?Sors-tu? – Média de sorties culturelles à Montréal et au Québec_ Nous donnons aujourd'hui la parole à Sandrine Roy, qui nous présente la 27e édition du festival MUTEK.