“The new album, ZIPPER DOWN, really represents to me an attitude and philosophy of life,” Hughes said in a statement “One should not zipper up, they should zipper down and let it all hang out.” Homme added: “In an independent study, four out of three doctors say ZIPPER DOWN is an eargasm trapped inside a crazerbeam. And I believe them.”
Eagles of Death Metal are on tour now. Find their tour dates below. They’ve also announced The Redemption of the Devil, a VICE-produced documentary about Hughes. You can watch a trailer for that below.
ZIPPER DOWN:
01 Complexity 02 Silverlake (K.S.O.F.M.) 03 Got a Woman 04 I Love You All The Time 05 Oh Girl 06 Got the Power 07 Skin Tight Boogie 08 Got a Woman (slight return) 09 The Deuce 10 Save a Prayer (Duran Duran cover) 11 The Reverend
Eagles of Death Metal:
06-17 London, England – KOKO 06-19 Mérignac, France – Krakatoa 06-20 Vitoria, Spain – Azkena Rock Festival 06-22 Bologna, Italy – Botanique 06-23 Zagreb, Croatia – INmusic Festival 06-25 Werchter, Belgium – Rock Werchter 06-27 Norrköping, Sweden – Bravålla Festival 06-28 Odense, Denmark – Tinderbox Festival 06-29 Berlin, German – Huxleys 06-30 Prague, Czech Republic – Lucerna Music Bar 07-02 Gdynia, Poland – Open’er Festival 07-04 Luxembourg, Luxembourg – Rock A Field 07-05 Belfort, France – Les Eurockéennes 07-06 Milan, Italy – Carroponte 07-07 Dornbirn, Austria – Conrad Sohm 07-09 Novi Sad, Serbia – Exit Festival 07-10 Trencin, Slovakia – Pohoda Festival 07-12 Tel Aviv, Israel – Barby 07-14 Athens, Greece – Fuzz Club 07-16 Hegyalja, Hungary – Kingdom of Hegylja Festival 08-26 Tucson, AZ – Club Congress 08-27 Albuquerque, New Mexico – Launchpad 08-29 Denver, CO – Riot Fest 08-30 Salt Lake City, UT – In the Venue 09-01 Portland, OR – Wonder Ballroom 09-02 Seattle, WA – The Showbox 09-03 Vancouver, British Columbia – Commodore Ballroom 09-05 Calgary, Alberta – X Fest 09-06 Edmonton, Alberta – Sonic Boom 09-08 Winnipeg, Manitoba – Pyramid Cabaret 09-09 Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater 09-10 Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon 09-11 Chicago, IL – Riot Fest 09-12 Detroit, MI – The Shelter 09-14 Philadelphia, PA – The Black Box at Underground Arts 09-15 Washington, DC – 9:30 Club 09-16 New York, NY – The Bowery Ballroom 09-18 Allston, MA – Brighton Music Hall 09-19 Toronto, Ontario – Riot Fest 10-20 Phoenix, AZ – The Crescent Ballroom 10-21 Solana Beach, CA – Belly Up Tavern 10-23 Los Angeles, CA – The Teragram Ballroom 10-25 Sacramento, CA – Aftershock Festival 10-26 San Francisco, CA – Great American Music Hall 10-31 Leeds, England – Beckett University 11-01 Norwich, England – Norwich UEA LCR 11-02 Bristol, England – O2 Academy Bristol 11-04 Southampton, England – Engine Rooms 11-05 London, England – The Forum 11-06 Birmingham, England – The Institute 11-07 Manchester, England – The Ritz 11-09 Newcastle Upon Tyne, England – O2 Academy Newcastle 11-11 Glasgow, Scotland – O2 ABC 11-13 Paris, France – Le Bataclan 11-14 Tourcouing, France – Le Grand Mix 11-17 Cologne, Germany – Essigfabrik 11-18 Zürich, Switzerland – Komplex Klub 11-19 Munich, Germany – Kesselhaus 11-22 Bremen, Germany – Aladin 11-30 Vienna, Austria – Arena 12-07 Nimes, France – La Paloma
Emerging artist Goladen Chyld is set to go global with his new album, War Cry.
The new star spreads peace, love, and unity with informative lyrics, crafty rhymes, summoning productions, and vibrant song structure. The debut album encapsulates the illustrious history of Chicago Hip-Hop, which is drenched in the windy city’s historic activism and unity.
The album, its anthems, message, and authenticity are the perfect starting points for newfound fans of the rising star. Tracks like “Righteous Stepper,” “Savior,” and “Gifted” showcase the artist’s progressive music that advocates for equality. War Cry peaked at #3 on Apple Music and cemented Goalden Chyld’s movement.
“I don’t believe you can listen to this album and not feel some sense of purpose and duty to your community,” he told The Final Call.
He added: “I haven’t received a single negative review. The response has been overwhelmingly positive across all age groups. I’ve received messages from nonprofits showing children engaging with the music, which shows its impact. It’s amazing to see a project resonate so deeply across different segments of our community, reinforcing the need for unity and positive change.”
Chyld, real name Qadir Hakim, was raised by a single mother on the rough side of Chicago. His musical abilities transcend barriers for a wider audience with the storytelling of struggles and progress. His resume is filled with endorsements from big names in hip-hop, ranging from Shaquille O’Neal to Lil Baby to Funk Flex.
War Cry quickly gained popularity on streaming platforms and social media, becoming a highly discussed new artist of 2024. The album arrives at the perfect time, especially considering the current social climate.
Goalden Chyld supports the new album with a series of album release events, including an upcoming unity concert in Chicago on May 25 and a five-borough community tour event at SOBs in New York City on May 30.
Stream the new album here and, afterward, follow the rising star on social media for more updates.
In partnership with Roc Nation’s indie distribution company Equity, DMV multi-hyphenate JS aka The Best liberates his first audio contribution of the new year titled “Single.” Composed of storytelling lyrics centered around doing the self work needed to heal from your past before jumping into a new relationship, the slower tempo Afrobeats track is fused with soulful R&B, Hip-Hop, and elements of Go-Go.
Most known for providing instrumentation to artists like B.o.B., Twista, and Raheem DeVaughn as well as securing notable sync placements with the Washington Wizards, Netflix, and Cartoon Network, JS is just as seasoned in front of the camera as he is in the studio; boasting an acting resume that contains appearances on Hulu’s Wu-Tang An American Saga in addition to commercial spots for Macy’s and Starbucks. Recently tapped as a media personality for both popular gambling sportsbook DraftKings and trending celebrity news outlet The Shade Room, the fresh release finds him living up to his name with vivid colors.
Stream “Single” on your DSP of choice below via Weapon X Evolution and expect matching visuals to be released soon.
It’s amazing to see how much progress has been made, not only in the world of music but also in terms of tolerance and acceptance of different genres worldwide. Reflecting on their childhood, many can relate to not being allowed to listen to certain types of music, let alone pursue a career in it.
Growing up in a Greek household, there were limitations, and pursuing a career in music seemed like a distant dream. In many families, the expectation was to follow a more conventional path, such as becoming a teacher or a doctor. Back then, familial support for artistic endeavors was rare. However, as we step into 2024, things have significantly changed.
Parents are now not only supportive but encouraging of their children pursuing their creative dreams. There’s a newfound appreciation for the creative arts, and families play a crucial role in nurturing and supporting their children’s aspirations. This shift marks a significant change in societal attitudes towards creativity and the arts.
The 12-track project, heavily influenced by New York drill with elements from the Vermont music scene, offers a smooth listening experience. The album not only showcases Faxohzrd’s confidence but also his passion for music.
As someone once told us, there’s a difference between artists who create to connect with their audience and those who create solely for profit. Faxohzrd aims to move his crowd and make them experience his music fully.
For example, in “Kobe Bryant,” he displays his pen game and wordplay, cleverly referencing the late Kobe Bryant’s jersey number, 24. Faxohxzrd takes his shot and never misses.
“Lobotomy” is a straight pen track where he exhibits some of his best bars, blending boom-bap and drill beats, giving off takeover vibes as he talks about eliminating his competition as if performing a lobotomy.
“On Me” is a track dedicated to the ladies. Faxohxzrd acknowledges the women in his life, recognizing how they have always supported him and declaring his affection for his dream woman. The song gave me a taste of Mac Miller while listening to it.
Although these were our favorites from the project, without giving too much away, you need to check out the entire project for yourself.