DrownedInSound — Notoriously difficult, and often one of the most introverted bands ever likely to be witnessed, Sonic Youth as a live experience tends to stretch from the sublime to the ridiculous and occasionally downright confusing Read the full story on Dro... more info

WFMU's Beware of the Blog — Hello. I am Bill, Cyber DJ Handi: Each week, I’ll be picking an archive, or aspects of shows I found compelling and hope you also do. I have my favorite genres and shows, but getting to hear and like what we may not have expected is the whole free... more info

WFMU's Beware of the Blog — Share what's interesting to youHello. I am Bill, Cyber DJ Handi: Each week, I’ll be picking an archive, or aspects of shows I found compelling and hope you also do. I have my favorite genres and shows, but getting to hear and like what we may ... more info

melophobe — Merry Christmas Eve Eve, Season’s Greetings and Happy Holidays! Here is the last installment of my holiday gifts to you. There’s a mix of covers, originals and videos to give you that last kick into feeling festive. Don’t forget to revisit part... more info

Guardian Music — Sonic Youth, Manchester & LondonHow best to see in the new year? With friends, and hot wine? Or perhaps with some of the most uncheery rock acts of the last 30 years? Unlikely as it may seem, there's a lot to be said for the latter course. Another of... more info

Stereogum — Don Van Vliet has passed away at age 69 due to complications from multiple sclerosis. Hailed as a genius by many rock critics, the avant-garde musician and painter was an inspiration to “alternative” artists like Beck and Sonic Youth. 1969’s Tr... more info

Guardian Music — Pop chameleon lends his production skills to the Sonic Youth guitarist's third solo outing, BenedictionBeck has produced a new solo album by Sonic Youth guitarist Thurston Moore. The long-time friends collaborated at Beck's house in southern Californ... more info

411 Mania — Plus, Sonic Youth's plans for 2011... more info

NME — The pair have been recording in California more info

Guardian Music — Former Black Flag frontman reveals he helped the notorious criminal record a collection of acoustic pop songsHenry Rollins was commissioned to produce an album by Charles Manson, the punk rocker revealed last week. The incarcerated cult leader report... more info