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The Best Vinyl Releases Of October 2023

October 31, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Anybody who thought the vinyl resurgence was just a fad was mistaken: The industry has experienced a legitimate revival. As a result, music fans are interested in physical media in ways they may not have if the decades-old medium hasn’t made a comeback. That doesn’t mean everybody is listening to just their parents’ old music, though. That’s part of it, sure, thanks to rereleases that present classic albums in new ways. A vital part of the renewed vinyl wave, though, is new projects being released as records, of which there are plenty.

Whatever you might be into, each month brings a new slew of vinyl releases that has something for everybody. Some stand out above the rest, naturally, so check out some of our favorite vinyl releases of October below.

Linda Ronstadt — A Merry Little Christmas (Reissue)

In the year 2000, Linda Ronstadt carved herself a space in the holiday music pantheon with her A Merry Little Christmas album. Now, ahead of the holiday season, the project is being reissued, with this rerelease being the first time the project is available on vinyl. There are three pressings to suit any festive record collection: metallic silver, evergreen, and poinsettia red.

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Mötley Crüe — Year Of The Devil

Mötley Crüe came into their own with their second album, 1983’s Shout At The Devil. To mark the project’s 40th anniversary, there’s a fresh new reissue that has a bunch of goodies, like reproductions of 7-inch singles, tarot cards, and event a collection of demos, compiled and dubbed Shout At The Demos & Rarities.

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Tom Waits — Bone Machine and The Black Rider (Reissues)

tom waits black rider vinyl — Island/UMe

Tom Waits and longtime collaborator/wife Kathleen Brennan are overseeing a reissue project at the moment, and the latest releases from the bunch are two of Waits’ best ’90s albums: Bone Machine and The Black Rider. Both are available for the first time on vinyl in the US, and come in both black and colored versions. (In case you missed it, Swordfishtrombones, Rain Dogs, and Franks Wild Years were previously reissued in September; Find more information on those in the link below.)

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The Blood Brothers — Burn, Piano Island, Burn (20th Anniversary Reissue)

Seattle post-hardcore favorites The Blood Brothers are celebrating 20 years of their classic album Burn, Piano Island, and they’re doing so with a reissue. It’s a fun one, too, as it comes with the album on exclusive colored vinyl (differing depending on where you pick it up), an “Ambulance Vs. Ambulance” 7-inch, and an expanded 32-page booklet featuring new liner notes and photos.

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Future — Pluto, DS2, Super Slimey, Monster, Beast Mode, 56 Nights, Purple Reign, Future, and Hndrxx (Reissues)

Future is currently offering the perfect opportunity for fans to get his work into their vinyl collections: He’s bringing nine of his albums and mixtapes to vinyl in a series of drops. Pluto, DS2, and Super Slimey kicked things off on October 20; Monster, Beast Mode, and 56 Nights arrived on October 27; and Purple Reign, Future, and Hndrxx are coming November 3.

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Led Zeppelin — IV (Reissue)

Atlantic Records launched a 75 anniversary campaign not long ago and it’s good news for vinyl fans, as the long-running label has a number of classic releases prime for reissues. Among the lot of LPs getting re-pressed is Led Zeppelin’s IV, which comes in a lovely translucent vinyl.

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Coldplay — A Head Full Of Dreams (Reissue)

coldplay head full of dreams reissue — Atlantic

As part of the same campaign as the Led Zep album, Coldplay is reissuing their esteemed 2015 project A Head Full Of Dreams. It’s pressed on 140g colored recycled vinyl and comes with a bonus track, the hit Chainsmokers collaboration “Something Just Like This.

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Nirvana — In Utero (30th Anniversary Reissue)

Nirvana’s Nevermind reissue was a big deal in 2021, and now it’s In Utero‘s turn. The beloved Nevermind follow-up is 30 now and it’s getting re-released in a number of formats, including an 8-LP edition that includes a whopping 53 unreleased tracks, including two previously unheard full shows from the In Utero tour.

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Van Halen — The Collection II

In 2015, Van Halen unveiled The Collection, which focused on the band’s first six albums. Now, after nearly a decade, The Collection II is here. This five-LP release highlights the band’s second incarnation (Sammy Hagar, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony) and features four remastered albums (5150, OU812, For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge, and Balance), as well as some rarities from between 1989 and 2004.

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U2 — Zooropa (30th Anniversary Reissue)

u2 zooropa reissue — Island/Interscope/UMe

U2 is currently in the spotlight thanks to their concerts at the wild new Las Vegas venue The Sphere, for a residency dubbed U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere. 1993’s Zooropa, meanwhile, is very much a part of the Achtung Baby story, and as Zooropa turns 30, the band has reissued the album in a transparent yellow vinyl pressing.

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Bruce Springsteen – Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.

Limited to just 7,500 copies, Springsteen’s debut album gets the audiophile treatment from MoFi, making this pressing of the classic album a must-own for fans of The Boss. For those into the pressing specifics, that means 1/4″ / 15 IPS analog master to DSD 256 to analog console to lathe. Get out your good headphones for this, “Blinded By The Light” has never sounded so good.

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Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Dave Grohl Net Worth 2023: What Is The Foo Fighters And Nirvana Legend Worth?

October 17, 2023 by newhiphopnews

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

dave grohl — 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

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

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.

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Twitter/X Is Auctioning Off Its Selection Of ‘Essential’ Vinyl Records And More Stuff As It Continues To Rebrand

August 8, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Elon Musk Twitter Blue Checkmark Verified — Getty Image

Twitter, as you may have heard, is currently in the process of re-branding to X. The social media platform currently refers to itself as X, but its website is still twitter.com. Another part of the process on the in-person side of things is the company’s headquarters. The office is going to need a facelift, so they’re clearing out space by auctioning off some old Twitter stuff.

The online auction, dubbed “Twitter Rebranding: Online Auction Featuring Memorabilia, Art, Office Assets & More!,” is set to start on September 12 through Heritage Global Partners. Of note to music fans might be the numerous guitars, drum sets, amps, keyboards, and other music gear.

X is auctioning off signs and other items from the former Twitter HQ.

: https://t.co/UEBsV9UToH pic.twitter.com/dVb5UtjkA7

— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) August 8, 2023

Another particularly interesting item is a record player that comes with a collection of 24 records dubbed “The Twitter Essential’s.” Included in the exclusive collection are albums by artists like David Bowie, Tom Petty, Marvin Gaye, Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson, ABBA, Pink Floyd, John Lennon, Nirvana, Elton John, Prince, Bee Gees, Madonna, and Fleetwood Mac. More contemporary releases include My Morning Jacket’s Z, Olivia Rodrigo’s Sour, and the Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack.

Beyond that, there’s just a bunch of Twitter signs and office stuff. X/Twitter had another auction earlier this year which included similar lots of workplace miscellany.

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Nirvana, The Supremes, Slick Rick, and More to Be Honored With Grammys Lifetime Achievement Award

January 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nirvana, The Supremes, And Other Music Icons Will Be The Latest Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients

January 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The 2023 Grammys continue to take shape. All nominees were revealed in mid-November, including a record-breaking nod for Bad Bunny, with Beyoncé leading the field. Last month, Trevor Noah confirmed to Billboard that he will host the ceremony.

This morning, January 5, the Recording Academy announced which musical icons will be honored with this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award, as relayed by The Hollywood Reporter: Nirvana, Ma Rainey, Slick Rick, The Supremes, Nile Rodgers, Bobby McFerrin, and Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson of Heart.

The publication additionally pointed out that the awards will be given posthumously to Rainey, Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain, and The Supremes’ Mary Wilson and Florence Ballard. Diana Ross was previously given the Lifetime Achievement Award as a solo artist in 2012. Ross is also nominated for the Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album category for Thank You, released in November 2021 as her first solo release since I Love You in 2006 and first original material since 1999’s Every Day Is A New Day.

The Special Merit Awards Ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, February 4 at Los Angeles’ Wilshire Ebell Theatre.

The 2023 Grammys will air live on CBS (and stream live on Paramount+) from LA’s Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, February 5.

“A lot of what I would suggest is what I’ve heard [Recording Academy CEO] Harvey [Mason Jr.] talk about: trying to create a Grammys where the music reflects the awards show and the awards show reflects the music,” Noah told Billboard of what he would change about the Grammys. “Oftentimes [with] award shows, there may be a disconnect between the general public who are consuming music and the people who are voting on the music. It’s important for every award show [that] wishes to maintain its relevance to understand that difference. The audience isn’t wrong in having different tastes or a preference on whom they wish to see. I think in music as a whole, you have to acknowledge that, and the Grammys has, albeit slowly.”

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Nirvana Over Naked Baby on ‘Nevermind’ Artwork

September 5, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Rod Wave Denies That His Latest Single Was A Suicide Letter: ‘That’s Not How That Works’

December 12, 2021 by newhiphopnews

Rod Wave is known for wearing his heart on his sleeve. It’s what that’s made him appealing to his fanbase, who gave the Florida rapper his first No. 1 album with Soulfly earlier this year. Despite this, Rod Wave’s last single “Nirvana,” which he shared and quickly deleted on Saturday, left many concerned, as people felt it sounded like a suicide letter.

The lyrics left people worried. “If you’re hearin’ this, it’s too late / I’ve been writin’ this since Tuesday, today Friday / That mean tomorrow’s doomsday / Tried to fight the pain, but it ate me alive,” he sings. However, according to Rod Wave himself, there’s nothing to worry about.

Rod Wave responds to blogs commenting about his mental health just by a snippet he posted last night.

He lets everyone know he’s good and would never fake being su*cidal for clout pic.twitter.com/Cl96MBjxBG

— My Mixtapez (@mymixtapez) December 12, 2021

part of a now deleted song where @rodwave talks about potentially committing… check on him pic.twitter.com/nrjy3htDW5

— Josh DUBS (21-5) | MIDHAWKS (4-13) (@JoshhTooWavy) December 11, 2021

The Florida native hopped on Instagram Live to set the record straight. “Why the f*ck people take that sh*t and just say that was my suicide letter?” he said. “That’s not how that works. That’s not how suicide letters work. You don’t go to a studio and record a suicide letter. Real fans of me, people that listen to my music and f*ck with me, they know what my music be like, feel what I’m saying?” He added, “So, sh*t, they should already…But all the blogs and sh*t posting…just like cooking up sh*t saying, ‘Rod posting a suicide letter,’ that’s not true, bro.”

Rod also addressed critics who believed the song was an odd way for him to get people’s attention. “F*ck niggas hating, talking ’bout I’m looking for attention. Bitch, who the f*ck needs attention?” he said in the video. “You forgot who the f*ck I was? I don’t need new attention. Did you not see my tour? Did you not see my album sales? I don’t need no extra attention. I had already deleted my Insta and my Twitter and all that shit because of the extra attention. I don’t need no extra attention from nobody, I’m good.”

You can listen to a clip from his livestream and hear some of “Nirvana” above.

The Best Vinyl Releases Of November 2021

November 30, 2021 by newhiphopnews

The Black Keys — El Camino (10th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)

The Black Keys were at the height of their power with 2011’s El Camino, and in just a few days, the album celebrates its tenth anniversary. To mark the occasion, the band has re-released it in various expanded editions. Aside from the remastered album, bonuses include a photo book, a limited-edition poster, and a previously unreleased concert recording from a 2012 show in Portland, Maine. Coincidentally, I was actually at that concert, and if my memory serves me correctly, it was a good one.

Get it here.

Lil Wayne — The Carter Singles Collection

Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter series is an iconic hip-hop institution, and now he’s collected the highlights all in one place. On Tha Carter Singles Collection, you get 19 of the finest songs from the series pressed on ten 7-inch records, as well as a booklet full of rare photos, two lithos, and brand new art.

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U2 — Achtung Baby (30th Anniversary Edition)

After the all-time classic album The Joshua Tree and the not-as-beloved Rattle & Hum, U2 made a drastic change to their sound with the alternative- and electronic-inspired album Achtung Baby. That album dropped 30 years ago, so now the band is celebrating its three decades with a new anniversary edition. This version of the album has been remastered and also includes remixes of songs from both Achtung Baby and its follow-up Zooropa.

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Charlie Parker — Bird In LA

Los Angeles played a major role in the story of jazz legend Charlie Parker, and now some formative recordings from the Kansas City native’s time in the City Of Angels are all together on this new collection. The release features the only known recordings from Billy Berg’s on December 17, 1945; three previously unknown JATP recordings from the Shrine Auditorium on November 22, 1948; and the complete recordings of the July 1952 party at Jirayr Zorthian’s Altadena ranch. For those wanting more context on the meaning of these recordings, the project’s producer, John Burton, offers just that in his liner notes.

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Kiss — Destroyer (45th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition)

1976’s Destroyer was a formative and landmark release for Kiss, and now, 45 years later, they’re expanding upon it with a new reissue. Aside from the remastered album, the amount of goodies that is included with the Super Deluxe box is extravagant but not surprising coming from perhaps the most merchandised band ever: There are iron-ons, stickers, posters, trading cards, stage blueprints, a newspaper, a hardcover book, and much more.

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Nirvana — Nevermind (30th Anniversary Reissue)

Much has been made about the 30th-anniversary edition of Nirvana’s Nevermind, and truly, this is a must-have for Nirvana fans. There are a variety of editions, the beefiest of which comes with 8 LPs that feature the original album (newly remastered, of course), four full concerts, a 40-page hardcover book with unreleased photos, and other goodies. If physical music isn’t your thing, the band also has a bunch of new merch to coincide with the album’s anniversary.

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Radiohead — Kid A Mnesia

Speaking of anniversary releases, Radiohead had a big one this year, although it’s pretty different from the Nirvana one. Kid A Mnesia actually celebrates two albums, Kid A and Amnesiac, by collecting both albums as well as B-sides and unreleased tracks from the era. Again, if you’re not looking to buy a record/CD/tape, the gift-able merch offerings here are diverse, including everything from a paint-by-numbers set to holographic stickers.

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She & Him — A Very She & Him Christmas

A Very She & Him Christmas vinyl — Merge Records

Who’s that girl? It’s Zooey Deschanel! And also that guy, M. Ward, who is known collectively alongside Deschanel as She & Him. The duo dropped a delightful Christmas album a decade ago and now they’re celebrating the project with a rerelease. It’s super holiday-ready, too, as it’s pressed on tinsel silver vinyl and comes with a new 7-inch, which features covers of Madonna’s “Holiday” and Wham!’s “Last Christmas.”

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Yusuf / Cat Stevens — Teaser And The Firecat (50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition Box Set)

Teaser And The Firecat helped establish Stevens as a premier singer-songwriter of his era 50 years ago. Now he’s celebrating the anniversary with a deluxe edition of the album that is described as “the most in-depth and definitive version of the album possible.” This version includes a remastering of the original artwork, 41 previously unreleased tracks including studio demos and alternate mixes, and a 108-page essay book.

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Billy Joel — The Vinyl Collection, Vol. 1

Billy Joel is still going strong today, but on The Vinyl Collection, Vol. 1, he looking back on the ’70s. The massive 9-LP collection features his first six solo albums (Cold Spring Harbor, Piano Man, Streetlife Serenade, Turnstiles, The Stranger, and 52nd Street), his first live album (Songs In The Attic), and a previously unreleased concert recording (Live At The Great American Music Hall — 1975). All of the aforementioned come right from the original album tapes, and there’s also a 50-page booklet to offer more context on these classic projects.

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RZA — Bobby Digital In Stereo (Vinyl Me, Please Reissue)

RZA As Bobby Digital In Stereo — Gee Street/V2/BMG Records

RZA went out on his own outside of Wu-Tang with his debut solo album, 1999’s Bobby Digital In Stereo, a project that helped him establish his own unique identity outside of the iconic hip-hop collective. Vinyl Me, Please always nails it with the vinyl color and they did so again here with their reissue of the album, which is pressed on “Mantis” Green vinyl that’s a perfect visual complement to the cover art.

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Sigur Rós — Með suð i eyrum við spilum endalaust

Sigur Rós’ 2008 album was a defining release for post-rock fans and buttcheek lovers everywhere, and while it’s not celebrating a round-numbered benchmark anniversary this year, the group is still going ahead and giving it a vinyl reissue. It was a good call, though, as the album was previously out of print worldwide, and now it’s available in both heavyweight black vinyl and a limited run of sky blue vinyl.

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Rihanna — Rih-Issue (Music Of The Sun, A Girl Like Me, Good Girl Gone Bad, Rated R, Loud, Talk That Talk, Unapologetic, Anti)

No, Rihanna hasn’t announced a new album though. However, for those looking back on her old projects in the meantime, she is now offering a tremendous way to do so. She recently announced a cleverly titled new series of “Rih-Issue” releases, which features fancy rereleases of her entire eight-album discography. Each one comes with an exclusive shirt, making this the best way to fill any Rihanna-shaped hole in your vinyl library.

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Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.