It seems that the easy success of California heavy rock group the Queens of the Stone Age has been carefully mapped out by their creative kingpin, Josh Homme. But the group’s new album, “Era Vulgaris,” signals that they might be losing their way on a side route. Continue reading
In 2001, post-punk revivalists like the Strokes and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club were touted as the ones who’d finally overthrow the prefabricated pop royals Britney, Christina and Justin. But despite considerable buzz, no musical revolution swept these bands onto the airwaves. Two years later, they’re trying it again. Continue reading
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