Stereogum — We’re about a month out from the American presidential election, which means we’re probably about to see some very big campaign events. Some of those events are going to feature musicians. If you’re anywhere near Pittsburgh, for instance, th... more info

Stereogum — In the early ’80s, 10-year-old Chicago kid Jason Narducy started a punk band called Verböten with his friends, and they were a key early inspiration for Dave Grohl when he caught one of their early practices. Since then, Narducy has led the ban... more info

Magnet Magazine — Happy birthday Bill Rieflin (Ministry, R.E.M., Swans, King Crimson, Robyn Hitchcock, et al). Birth of a giant. Read Rieflin in our MAGNET Classics feature on Swans’ Soundtracks For The Blind: The post Happy Birthday Bill Rieflin (Ministry, R.E.M., ... more info

Magnet Magazine — 30 years ago today, R.E.M. released Monster. Irony was the shackles of youth. Read our review of its essential predecessor: The post R.E.M. Released “Monster” 30 Years Ago Today appeared first on Magnet Magazine. more info

Stereogum — This past winter, Oscar-nominated actor Michael Shannon and indie rock veteran Jason Narducy headed out on tour performing R.E.M.’s iconic debut album Murmur in full. Based on reports from the shows, it was more of an all-around R.E.M. tribute t... more info

Antimusic Rock — The 30th anniversary of R.E.M.'s 'Monster' album is being celebrated by the syndicated radio show In The Studio With Redbeard: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands more info

Magnet Magazine — Happy first day of fall from R.E.M. and MAGNET. Bury MAGNETs. Swallow the rapture. Let’s gather feathers. The post Happy First Day Of Fall From R.E.M. And MAGNET appeared first on Magnet Magazine. more info

Obscure Sound — “What Passed Me By This Night” is a moody, nocturnal rock success from Iceland-based artist R.M. Hendrix. Thematically capturing a will to survive, amidst foreboding threats at the midnight hour, pairs with an atmospheric rock sound that takes in... more info

Magnet Magazine — Happy birthday Fiona Apple. Remember that depth is the greatest of heights. Read our MAGNET Feedback with Robyn Hitchcock, writing about Apple, Syd Barrett, Byrds, Decemberists, Bob Dylan, Feist, Kinks, Alison Krauss And Gillian Welch, John Lennon, N... more info

Magnet Magazine — Happy 50th birthday Michael Shannon. Just sit there and eat your wonderful egg salad. Photo for MAGNET by Wes Orshoski. Read our live review of Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy And Friends Play R.E.M.’s Murmur and the cover interview the twice Oscar... more info