Sonic Youth

Stereogum — Kim Gordon has long been one of our most intimidating rock stars. From her work with the legendary Sonic Youth to her side gig Free Kitten and current project Body/Head, she's always been able to wield harsh noise, anti-patriarchal vitriol, and rock ... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — Plus: Angelique Kidjo, The Dils' first show in 40 years, Possessed, more Sonic Youth "Daydream Nation" film screenings, Lucifer, Ibibio Sound Machine, and more tour-related news. Continue reading… more info

Brooklyn Vegan — Tonight's NYC-area shows include the Sonic Youth 'Daydream Nation' film events, Pixies, Bob Weir, Dirty Projectors/Lower Dens, Fenster, Witchcraft, City Morgue, and more. Continue reading… more info

Brooklyn Vegan — Lee Ranaldo and his Electric Trim Trio are playing Brooklyn a few days after his new 'Electric Trim' live album comes out. Continue reading… more info

The Quietus — Sonic Youth's new live recordings archive features both audio and video content more info

Obscure Sound — We’re premiering “Natural Causes,” the charismatic new track from Newcastle rockers Swine Tax. The vocals’ spoken-word approach reminds fondly of Art Brut, while the blistering guitars give off a reminiscence to the likes of Sonic Youth and P... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — There's tons of cool stuff available, like lots of guitars the band used (including the original prototype of Lee Ranaldo's signature Jazzmaster), tons of pedals, amps, and more. Continue reading… more info

Consequence of Sound — To mark the 30th anniversary of their iconic album Daydream Nation. more info

The Quietus — Sonic Youth team up with music equipment marketplace Reverb to sell old guitars, pedals and test pressings more info

Brooklyn Vegan — 'We now maintain an archive of hundreds of hours of Sonic Youth concerts and we'd like to share some of our favorites,' said Steve Shelley. That includes 1988 shows at CBGB and Chicago's Cabaret Metro, their final NYC show at Williamsburg Waterf... more info