Brooklyn Vegan — The song was co-produced by Rick Rubin and it's reportedly off the long-talked-about 'reunion' album that Rubin is working with them on. Continue reading… more info

Stereogum — Back in the '90s, Melissa Auf der Maur rose to prominence as the bassist of Hole. But even then, the mechanisms and visibility of being in a major rock band weren't for her. She signed the contract in search of experience, got it, then walked away. A... more info

Rock Sound — The compilation features 12 artists covering a song that had an important impact on their lives, with all proceeds benefitting mental health charities. Hopeless Records has announced a compilation to be released later this year of 'Songs Th... more info

Stereogum — It's been three years since Pagans In Vegas, the last album from the ageless Canadian synth-rock crew Metric. But right now, the band is gearing up for a big return. They're currently serving as the opening act on the Smashing Pumpkins' grand quasi-r... more info

Consequence of Sound — The Smashing Pumpkins frontman revealed as much in a recent Instagram Q&A. more info

Stereogum — Billy Corgan answered some fan questions on his Instagram story today and, as Exclaim points out, when asked if he had ever seen Shrek, he responded with a fun fact, which is that the Smashing Pumpkins were apparently originally offered the end credi... more info

Chicago Sun-Times, IL — It was incredibly fulfilling to see Billy Corgan back with the sorely-missed guitarist James Iha and mastercraft drummer Jimmy Chamberlin. more info

Stereogum — The Smashing Pumpkins are in the midst of their Shiny And Oh So Bright Tour. To rehash, this tour comes close to reuniting the band's original lineup by bringing guitarist James Iha back into the fold with Billy Corgan and Jimmy Chamberlin, and it fe... more info

Consequence of Sound — The Smashing Pumpkins frontman is joined by his girlfriend and his son. more info

Metalsucks — Hint: a lot. The post Wanna Know How Much Rob Zombie, Slayer and The Smashing Pumpkins Earn to Play Shows? appeared first on MetalSucks. more info