There’s about the be a new music festival in town: Bridgeport, Connecticut will host the inaugural edition of the Soundside Music Festival later this year, with the two-day event going down on September 28 and 29 at Seaside Park, along the banks of the Long Island Sound. They’re kicking things off with a bang, too: Noah Kahan will headline the festival’s first day while Foo Fighters will lead the second.
Beyond them, Saturday will feature Goo Goo Dolls, Fleet Foxes, Boyz II Men, Grace Potter, Thee Sacred Souls, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Lisa Loeb And Nine Stories, Madi Diaz, and Rijah. Also performing on Sunday are Queens Of The Stone Age, Norah Jones, Teddy Swims, Gregory Alan Isakov, The Kills, Drew Holcomb And The Neighbors, War & Treaty, Hurray For The Riff Raff, and Darren Kiely.
There’s an SMS pre-sale for tickets happening on May 16 from 10 a.m. to noon ET. The public on-sale begins immediately after, at which point ticket prices will increase. Find more information about tickets on the festival website.
As Connecticut Post notes, Soundside isn’t a completely new event, as it’s a rebranded version of the pre-existing Sound On Sound festival. The publication also notes that Founders Entertainment, which was an organizer of Sound On Sound, has combined with C3 Presents, the Live Nation-owned event production company behind events like Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits, and C3 will operate this year’s Soundside fest.
Hip-hop legend Fat Joe, iconic rapper Chuck D, and rock band Foo Fighters are joining forces for a special event on March 5 in Washington, D.C., advocating for more affordable, accessible, and equitable healthcare through true price transparency. Hosted by Power To The Patients and produced by Swift River Productions, the event aims to raise awareness about the inequality and uncertainty millions of patients face due to hidden upfront prices in the healthcare system face.
With over 100 million Americans burdened by medical debt from surprise bills, the event seeks to prompt lawmakers to mandate upfront disclosure of healthcare service prices. This transparency empowers patients to make informed decisions and reduces costs, combating medical debt, the leading cause of personal bankruptcy in the U.S.
“When we were asked by Power to the Patients to help raise awareness of the need for transparency in healthcare pricing, we immediately said yes. People suffering from illness and injury shouldn’t have to worry about being bankrupted by surprise charges for their treatment.”
– Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters, alongside Fat Joe and Chuck D, will shed light on the injustices perpetuated by hidden healthcare prices, urging for legislative action to hold hospitals and insurers accountable. Notable artists like Jelly Roll, Wyclef Jean, French Montana, and Busta Rhymes joined the fight.
As a leader in the movement, Fat Joe has advocated for healthcare price transparency on Capitol Hill, emphasizing the overwhelming support from Americans for this initiative. In December, bipartisan lawmakers introduced a bill to strengthen transparency requirements to ensure fairness and accountability in the healthcare system.
Individuals seeking resources to challenge healthcare bills or advocate for transparency can visit PowertothePatients.org. With the support of influential artists and public figures, the event underscores the urgent need for a transparent and fair healthcare system in the United States.
New Orleans JazzFest is returning this year, with The Rolling Stones, Foo Fighters, Chris Stapleton, Neil Young & Crazy Horse, The Killers, Queen Latifah, and Hozier set to headline the event. It will run on two different weekends: April 25 to 28 and May 2 to 5.
Vampire Weekend, Big Freedia, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Celebrating Jimmy Buffett with the Coral Reefer Band, and many more will be appearing at the festival, too.
Here’s what to know about getting tickets for those interested in going.
When Do New Orleans JazzFest 2024 Tickets Go On Sale?
Tickets for this year’s New Orleans JazzFest are currently on sale now, with Early Bird pricing available. There are several different passes. General Admission starts at $240 for the 3-Day second weekend pass. There are also 4-Day options for either festival weekend.
The GA+ passes only offer 4-Day weekend options, and these start at $499. It includes private restrooms and beverage stands.
Finally, JazzFest is offering many different VIP packages. The Big Chief VIP ticket starts at $1,700, with access to private viewing areas at the festival, and the option to upgrade for shuttle access. The Grand Marshal VIP pack starts at $1,750, which gives ticketholders access to a hospitality tent and other exclusive perks. Finally, the Krewe of JazzFest option starts at $925.
For more information, visit JazzFest’s official website.
Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
1st Weekend 4-Day (April 25, 26, 27, 28): Early Bird Ticket ($290) or Advance Ticket ($320)
2nd Weekend 4-Day (May 2, 3, 4, 5): Early Bird Ticket ($465) or Advance Ticket ($495)
2nd Weekend 3-Day (May 3, 4, 5): Early Bird Ticket ($240) or Advance Ticket ($270)
GA+ 4-Day 1st Weekend: Early Bird Ticket ($499) or Advance Ticket ($549)
GA+ 4-Day 2nd Weekend: Early Bird Ticket ($749) or Advance Ticket ($799)
Additionally, there are two VIP packages: Big Chief and Grand Marshal. The base price for the Big Chief VIP 1st weekend is $1,850, while Big Chief VIP 2nd Weekend starts at $2,550. There is a 2nd Weekend 3-Day option with a base price of $1,700, but VIP parking and VIP shuttles are no longer available.
Similarly, Grand Marshal VIP is separated into 1st Weekend ($1,750 base price) and 2nd Weekend ($2,350 base price).
All of those ticket packages are currently on sale, and single-day tickets are expected to become available in February.
See the lineup poster below.
New Orleans JazzFest 2024 lineup poster
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Much to the joy of fans, Foo Fighters officially announced that they will be dropping a double A-side single of their song, “The Glass,” including a reinterpretation of the track performed by HER.
The track will be available to stream starting this Friday. There is also a limited-edition 7-inch vinyl that is currently up for pre-order. This will be released on December 29.
While the two performed the song together during the band’s previous Saturday Night Live appearance, Grohl delivered the lead vocals while she first popped in as the backing vocals in the chorus. From there, she carried the second verse on her own, giving fans a glimpse of what she’ll sound like delivering the heartbreaking lyrics in the full upcoming song.
HER will appear solo on this release, delivering new vocals and guitar instrumentation that is meant to transform the original’s “sonic and emotional dimensions,” per a release.
“The Glass” previously appeared as part of Foo Fighters’ recent album, But Here We Are, which dropped back in June. It marked the band’s first record without their late drummer, Taylor Hawkins.
Check out the Foo Fighters’ SNL performance, featuring HER, above.
Foo Fighters and HER’s “The Glass” is out 11/17 via Roswell Records/RCA Records. Find more information here.
The 2024 Grammy Awards nominations have been announced, and as usual, there are plenty of surprises and snubs to discuss. Although the Recording Academy added some new categories this year to accommodate the emergence of Afropop as a global force, it looks like another growing genre was left out in the cold. Meanwhile, as country music experiences a resurgence, some of the genre’s most dominant stars missed out on the biggest looks of the year. And even though the Grammys have taken huge steps in addressing the awards’ shortcomings in rap and R&B, they appear to have overlooked some of the year’s most talked-about projects and artists.
Here are the biggest surprises and snubs of the 2024 Grammy nominations.
PinkPantheress Wasn’t Nominated Despite A Breakout Year
“Boy’s A Liar” was one of the biggest hits of the past year, sticking its index finger directly on the pulse of the zeitgeist. From predicting the resurgence of the 2-step/garage sounds that shaped huge hits like “Seven” and “Super Shy” (more on them later) to introducing the non-rap-fan population to the pop culture juggernaut that is Ice Spice, “Boy’s A Liar” was an inescapable phenomenon and the fact that PinkPantheress couldn’t get a record, song, or Best New Artist nomination speaks to both how competitive the field was this year and how much further the Academy has to go in bridging that pesky generation gap.
Barbie Took Over
Here’s how dominant the Barbie soundtrack was this year: the Best Song Written For Visual Media category only features ONE non-Barbie song (Rihanna’s “Lift Me Up” from Wakanda Forever) and a Barbie song is nominated in both eligible Big Four categories, as well as for Rap Song of the Year. The doll who does it all is practically guaranteed at least one win at this year’s awards — even at the cost of me and my editor’s bet about “Peaches” from Mario and “Dear Alien” from Asteroid City. And Across The Spider-Verse deserved more.
Foo Fighters Weren’t Nominated For Album Of The Year
In somewhat of a break from Grammy tradition, Foo Fighters’ But Here We Are wasn’t nominated for Album Of The Year, despite the recent death of drummer Taylor Hawkins and the album’s emotional material. It’s grim to think about, but in past years, you could reliably expect a consolation posthumous nomination. It’s downright disheartening to think that this time the Grammys ignored the macabre tradition.
Country Dominated The Charts But Got (Mostly) Shut Out Of The Big Four
The general awards are always controversial but there’s an argument to be made here. While the Big Four are almost never actually tied to commercial achievement — hello Esperanza Spalding — Zach Bryan, Luke Combs, and Morgan Wallen all utterly dominated the charts this year, yet it appears that if this was taken into consideration, it wasn’t enough to lift them out of their respective niches. Perhaps the ideological fractures in that fanbase had an effect. At least there is Jelly Roll.
Where Are The K-Pop Stars?
During the eligibility period this past year, a bunch of songs from K-pop acts took over the American charts. Fifty Fifty’s “Cupid” has been impossible to get away from (I may or may not have tried), New Jeans’ “Super Shy” became a mall P.A. mainstay, and Jung Kook’s solo hit “Seven” peaked at No. 1 on the Hot 100. What makes K-pop’s absence from this year’s nominations stranger is how ubiquitous K-pop has been at the Grammys for the past handful of years, with BTS performing “Dynamite” in 2021 and “Yet To Come” earning a history-making nomination in 2022.
Reggaeton And Latin Trap Were Locked Out Of The Big Awards, Too
Take everything said about K-pop above and translate it into Spanish. Sure, there’s a Latin Grammys, but that smells suspiciously of “separate but equal,” you know? You’d think Peso Pluma or Karol G would warrant a nod, even if Grammys voters could hardly be expected to tunnel all the way down to discover newer breakout artists like Myke Towers or Rauw Alejandro. Again, with the Latin Grammys coming just a few weeks after the “standard issue” ceremony, perhaps interested voters were just too distracted to manage both sets of ballots. Still, it’s a black mark for sure.
Gunna Didn’t Make The Cut For Best Rap Album
Yes, awards nominations are subjective, but there’s a general consensus among rap fans online — corroborated by chart performance — that Gunna had one of the standout albums of the year, if not the only one with any real staying power. Yet, it seems Grammy voters went for the lowest-hanging fruit: Killer Mike and Nas are obvious “prestige” picks for the Gen X hip-hop heads that mostly make up the part of the Academy most well-versed in rap (heyo), while Drake and Travis Scott are brand-friendly pop mainstays. However, Utopia only spent four weeks on the Billboard 200 — a massive drop off from his last two projects, and reception was largely lukewarm. Metro Boomin is a nice addition, but again, for the wrong album (Across The Spider-Verse getting snubbed is going to give me heartburn for the rest of the year).
Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Dave Grohl, a name synonymous with rock music, has been influential in the music industry for decades. As of 2023, his net worth stands at an impressive $330 million, as reported by Celebrity Net Worth. But how did Grohl amass such wealth, and what has been his journey in the world of rock?
Born David Eric Grohl on January 14, 1969, in Warren, Ohio, Dave’s passion for music was evident from a young age. After his family moved to Springfield, Virginia, he learned to play the guitar at 12. By 13, he was introduced to punk rock, marking the beginning of his love affair with the genre. His musical journey took a significant turn when he joined the hardcore punk band Dain Bramage at 16. However, his real break came when he became the drummer for the Washington, D.C., punk rock band Scream. During his time with Scream, he met Buzz Osborne from the Melvins, eventually leading him to audition for Nirvana.
Nirvana & Beyond
GERMANY – NOVEMBER 12: Photo of NIRVANA; L-R: Dave Grohl, Kurt Coabin, Krist Novoselic – posed, group shot (Photo by Paul Bergen/Redferns)
Grohl’s association with Nirvana made him a household name and cemented his place in rock history. The band’s album Nevermind became a global sensation after its release in 1991. However, the tragic passing of Kurt Cobain in 1994 led to Nirvana’s end. After Cobain’s death, Grohl recorded music independently, playing all instruments himself. Initially distributed as cassettes among friends, these recordings laid the foundation for the Foo Fighters. The band, formed by Grohl, has since released 11 studio albums, selling tens of millions of copies worldwide and winning multiple Grammy awards.
Diverse Musical Endeavors
BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA – FEBRUARY 24: Dave Grohl of the Foo Fighters performs at Suncorp Stadium on February 24, 2015 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)
Apart from his success with Foo Fighters, Grohl has collaborated with numerous artists and bands. He has made guest appearances for bands like Queens of the Stone Age and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Grohl’s collaborations extend to music legends such as David Bowie, Paul McCartney, and Nine Inch Nails.
In addition to his musical pursuits, Grohl has ventured into filmmaking. He directed a documentary about the legendary recording studio Sound City in 2013. He also directed the HBO documentary miniseries “Sonic Highways” in 2014, which explored the musical history of various American cities.
Personal Life & Legacy
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 05: (FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY) (L-R) Harper Grohl, Jordyn Blum, Dave Grohl, Ophelia Grohl, and Violet Grohl attend the 65th GRAMMY Awards on February 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
Dave Grohl’s personal life has seen its share of ups and downs. He was first married to Jennifer Leigh Youngblood but later divorced. He then married Jordyn Blum in 2003, with whom he has three daughters. Despite his massive success, Grohl remains grounded. He’s often regarded as one of the nicest and most down-to-earth celebrities. His contributions to music, both as a member of iconic bands and as a solo artist, have left an indelible mark on the industry.
In 2022, Grohl faced personal losses with the passing of his mother, Virginia, and his close friend and bandmate, Taylor Hawkins. The Foo Fighters’ 11th studio album, But Here We Are, is a tribute to them.
Grohl’s net worth of $330 million in 2023 is a testament to his talent, hard work, and dedication to music. From his early days in Warren, Ohio, to becoming a rock legend with Nirvana and Foo Fighters, Grohl’s journey inspires many. His story serves as a reminder that passion, combined with perseverance, can lead to unimaginable success.
October is here. Time for Pumpkin Spice Latte, Taylor Swift —at football games, in theaters, or on the charts, take your pick — and Austin City Limits. The latter’s 2023 iteration will be staged this weekend, October 6-8, and next weekend, October 13-15, with headliners Kendrick Lamar, Foo Fighters, and Mumford & Sons. The other big-text artists are Odesza, The Lumineers, Shania Twain, Alanis Morissette, The 1975, and Hozier. You can find all of the acts’ set times here.
But before you can enjoy any ACL performances at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas, you’ll have to find somewhere to park. According to the festival’s official website, Zilker Park does not offer parking. However, per the site, “Pavemint has partnered with ACL Fest to provide parking for festival attendees with Pavemint’s smart parking solution.” Parking reservations can be made here. The website additionally clarifies, “There is limited accessible parking available near the festival on a first-come, first-served basis to vehicles displaying an appropriate state-issued plate or placard.”
The festival will kick off on Friday, October 6, with the likes of Delacey, Portugal. The Man, Lil Yachty, Little Simz, Maggie Rogers, Kali Uchis, The Revivalists, The Lumineers, and Kendrick Lamar. (Lamar will also headline on Friday, October 13.) Foo Fighters will deliver headlining sets on Saturday, October 7, and Saturday, October 14, while Mumford & Sons will headline on Sunday, October 8, and Sunday, October 15.
Some of the artists mentioned are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
This weekend marks the start of Austin City Limits for 2023, as it spans two weekends in October. With a stacked lineup, attendees have a lot to see and set times to remember. Here’s what to know about some key acts playing and when.
Friday, October 6
Delacey at 1:40-2:25 p.m. (BMI stage)
Portugal. The Man at 4:10-5:10 (Honda stage)
Lil Yachty at 4:10-5:10 (American Express stage)
Little Simz at 5:10-6:10 (T-Mobile stage)
Maggie Rogers at 6:10-7:10 (Honda)
Kali Uchis at 6:10-7:00 (American Express)
The Revivalists at 7:10-8:10 (IHG stage)
The Lumineers at 8:10 (Honda) Kendrick Lamar at 8:40 (American Express)
Saturday, October 7
Jessie Ware at 2:00-3:00 (Honda)
Declan McKenna at 2:00-3:00 (AmEx)
Gus Dapperton at 3:00-4:00 (T-Mobile)
Rina Sawayama at 4:00-5:00 (Honda)
Coi Leray at 5:15-6:00 (IHG)
Thirty Seconds To Mars at 6:00-7:00 (Honda)
Alanis Morissette at 6:00-7:00 (AmEx)
Tove Lo at 7:00-8:00 (IHG)
Noah Kahan at 7:00-8:00 (T-Mobile)
Shania Twain at 8:00 (Honda) Foo Fighters at 8:00 (AmEx)
Sunday, October 8
Suki Waterhouse at 3:15-4:15 (Miller Lite stage)
The Walkmen at 3:15-4:15 (T-Mobile)
Niall Horan at 4:15-5:15 (AmEx)
The Breeders at 5:15-6:15 (IHG)
GloRilla at 5:30-6:15 (T-Mobile)
Yeah Yeah Yeahs at 6:15-7:15 (Honda)
Hozier at 6:15-7:15 (AmEx)
Death Grips at 7:15-8:15 (IHG)
Odesza at 8:15 (Honda) Mumford & Sons at 8:30 (AmEx)
The second week schedule follows a similar path, but for a complete list of acts and set times, visit ACL’s official website here.
Some of the artists mentioned are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
The full schedule is available on the Louder Than Life mobile app, but the festival posted Sunday’s schedule to Instagram.
On September 24, the doors will open at noon local time. The festival features five stages: Loudmouth, Space Zebra, Disruptor, Revolver, and Road Hounds. The likes of Run The Jewels (5:45-6:35 p.m. local time), Turnstile (6:40-7:35 p.m.), and Queens Of The Stone Age (7:40-8:50 p.m.) will lead up to Green Day’s headlining set from 8:55 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Per the app, the acts scheduled to perform on September 21 include White Reaper (3:15 p.m., Loudmouth), Beauty School Dropout (4 p.m., Revolver), Coheed & Cambria (4:40 p.m., Loudmouth), 311 (5:30 p.m., Space Zebra), Weezer (7:30 p.m., Space Zebra), and Foo Fighters (8:45 p.m., Loudmouth).
Friday, September 22, will get underway at 12:25 p.m. with Flat Black. Later in the day, attendees will be treated to the likes of Megadeth (5:35 p.m., Loudmouth), Limp Bizkit (6:35 p.m., Space Zebra), and Tool (8:55 p.m., Space Zebra).
On Saturday, September 23, Avenged Sevenfold’s headlining set is scheduled for 9:15 p.m. on the Loudmouth Stage.
See the full lineup below, and find more information here.
Weezer is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
