Bastille fight the apocalypse, car crashes & Will Smith in new video

In a song for our twisted times, Bastille rolled out a new video for “World Gone Mad” yesterday with a violent riot before the apocalypse unfolding as singer Dan Smith emerges from a crashed police car and breaks from his cuffs. It’s visually and musically one of the best music videos we have seen in some time. The video has already garnered attention earning the #26 trending spot today on Youtube.

This is the first new music we have heard from Bastille

Oh , AND WILL SMITH IS IN IT! The song fromties into Smith’s new sci-fi cop movie ‘Bright’ which comes out on Netflix on December 22, ‘Wolrd Gone Mad’ is the lead single from the film’s soundtrack.

Here is a reminder of how awesome Bastille was in our exclusive LOUNGE session from last year. Want to go to a future session? Text LOUNGE to 312101.

Watch the entire sessions with more performances and an in-depth interview here.

 

Louis C.K. acknowledges sexual misconduct allegations: “These stories are true”

(from consequenceofsound.net)

Louis C.K. has addressed allegations of sexual misconduct made by five women in an explosive report from The New York Times. The comedian said “the stories are true” and apologized to the women for taking “advantage of the fact that I was widely admired in my and their community, which disabled them from sharing their story and brought hardship to them when they tried because people who look up to me didn’t want to hear it.” (MORE HERE)

Read his full statement below:

I want to address the stories told to the New York Times by five women named Abby, Rebecca, Dana, Julia who felt able to name themselves and one who did not.

These stories are true. At the time, I said to myself that what I did was okay because I never showed a woman my d*#* without asking first, which is also true. But what I learned later in life, too late, is that when you have power over another person, asking them to look at your d*#* isn’t a question. It’s a predicament for them. The power I had over these women is that they admired me. And I wielded that power irresponsibly.

I have been remorseful of my actions. And I’ve tried to learn from them. And run from them. Now I’m aware of the extent of the impact of my actions. I learned yesterday the extent to which I left these women who admired me feeling badly about themselves and cautious around other men who would never have put them in that position.

I also took advantage of the fact that I was widely admired in my and their community, which disabled them from sharing their story and brought hardship to them when they tried because people who look up to me didn’t want to hear it. I didn’t think that I was doing any of that because my position allowed me not to think about it.

There is nothing about this that I forgive myself for. And I have to reconcile it with who I am. Which is nothing compared to the task I left them with.

I wish I had reacted to their admiration of me by being a good example to them as a man and given them some guidance as a comedian, including because I admired their work.

The hardest regret to live with is what you’ve done to hurt someone else. And I can hardly wrap my head around the scope of hurt I brought on them. I’d be remiss to exclude the hurt that I’ve brought on people who I work with and have worked with who’s professional and personal lives have been impacted by all of this, including projects currently in production: the cast and crew of Better Things, Baskets, The Cops, One Mississippi, and I Love You Daddy. I deeply regret that this has brought negative attention to my manager Dave Becky who only tried to mediate a situation that I caused. I’ve brought anguish and hardship to the people at FX who have given me so much The Orchard who took a chance on my movie. and every other entity that has bet on me through the years.

I’ve brought pain to my family, my friends, my children and their mother.

I have spent my long and lucky career talking and saying anything I want. I will now step back and take a long time to listen.

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MAYNARD JAMES KEENAN Responds To Fans Over ‘No Photos’ Policy Read

(from blabbermouth.net)

A PERFECT CIRCLE frontman Maynard James Keenan has issued a brief response to fans following reports that more than 60 concertgoers were ejected from an APC show over the weekend for taking photos in violation of the band’s stated policy. After a fan complained about the policy on InstagramKeenan wrote: “No. Recording. Of. Any. Kind. For. 25. Years. Guided experience. Unplug and enjoy the ride.” (MORE HERE)

I think if you’re going to eject people for taking a photo you should reimburse them, policy or not. Or provide the concert goer with a locking device that they can put their phone in during the show. Tracy Morgan and Dave Chappelle have used them here in Chicago. (WATCH BELOW)

See A Perfect Circle at UIC Pavilion 11/24 (MORE HERE)

 

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Recreational marijuana could be on the ballot in Chicago in 2018

(from timeout.com)
We’re nearly certain that marijuana will eventually be legal in Illinois, but it’s looking even more likely now that Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and a handful of commissioners are pushing to get a recreational marijuana referendum on the 2018 ballot. According to the Chicago Tribune, Preckwinkle is supporting a resolution introduced by commissioners John Fritchey and Luis Arroyo Jr. that would ask Cook County voters if they support the legalization of recreational weed for anyone 21 years of age or older. (MORE HERE)

 

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New Fashion For Men: Crochet Shorts Made From Recycled Vintage Blankets

(from boredpanda.com)

Crochet’s not just for scarves and sweaters anymore. Schuyler Ellers, who runs the Lord von Schmitt Etsy shop, creates dazzlingly colorful patterned crochet shorts out of recycled materials that are sure to please both the wearer and their stunned beholders (man or woman).

Ellers embraces every style out there, from form-fitting booty shorts to extravagant bell-bottom pants. Most of these fabulous pieces are made of recycled vintage crochet afghans; according to Ellers’ shop, “Afghan blankets are original pieces of folk art, hand made by artisans across America since the 1960’s and well before. With scissors and a sewing machine I transform vintage crochets into wearable sculpture!

(MORE HERE)

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Tim Meadows In Studio

Tim Meadows came by to tell us about his new show “No Activity” premiering on CBS All Access this Sunday!

Here’s the NSFW trailer for “No Activity.”

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Louis C.K. accused of sexual misconduct by five women

(from consequenceofsound.net)

Comedian Louis C.K. has been accused of sexual misconduct by five women, according to a new report from The New York Times.

All five of his accusers were aspiring comedians. Two women, Dana Min Goodman and Julia Wolov, said C.K. masturbated in front of them follow a show in Aspen, Colorado in 2002.

Another woman, Abby Schachner, said she could hear C.K. masturbating as they spoke on the phone in 2003. C.K. later acknowledged the incident in a message he sent to her on Facebook. “Last time I talked to you ended in a sordid fashion,” he wrote. “That was a bad time in my life and I’m sorry.”

A fourth woman, Rebecca Corry, said C.K. asked if he could masturbate in front of her while on the set for the TV pilot in 2005. Courteney Cox and David Arquette, who were executive producers on the pilot, confirmed the incident to The New York Times.

“What happened to Rebecca on that set was awful,” Cox said in an email, adding that she felt “outrage and shock.” “My concern was to create an environment where Rebecca felt safe, protected and heard,” she added. They discussed curtailing the production, but Corry decided to continue with the show.

(MORE HERE)

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Christmas Music Could Harm Your Mental Health

( from iflscience.com)

You might want to put the Christmas decorations down for a second, and unwrap some presents, because there’s a new warning that Christmas music could be bad for your mental health. That’s right, if you’re in the mood to hum along to Christmas jingles, you might want to think again Chauncey.

Clinical psychologist Linda Blair told Sky News that Christmas songs can make us feel “trapped”. “It’s a reminder that we have to buy presents, cater for people, and organize celebrations,” she said. Well, surely that can’t be too bad unless “Grinch” or “Scrooge” is your middle name. (MORE HERE)

I don’t think any of us like being told to “Get in the Christmas spirit” or be made to feel as though we’re supposed to ‘FAKE HAPPY’ (thank you Paramore) for everyone. That actually makes me in a worse mood.

This is one of the only examples of Christmas music I want to hear this year. (-_\\) \m/

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Canada decides the F-word is not taboo for radio listeners’ ears

(from theguardian.com)
It may still be too blue for English speakers, but authorities in Canada have ruled that the F word is no longer taboo on French language broadcasts as its use is so commonplace.

The Canadian Broadcasting Standards Council (CBSC) had previously classified the word as being suitable only for adults in both French and English, banning its use on radio and television to beyond the evening watershed and even then, only with a warning.

(MORE HERE)

I was raised by my Midwest grandmothers Viola & Dorothy to never curse in front of a woman. Even to this day it takes a lot for me to forget that. I’ve also done some form of broadcasting as my job my whole life.

I’ve always felt if you can’t say what you need to say without swearing to get a reaction or a laugh, it probably wasn’t that interesting or funny in the first place. That said, I don’t have anything against swearing. It’s a formality really. I mean the people who care are usually not the audience the particular piece of content was intended for anyway. In the world we live in now I think we’ve earned the right to express ourselves with a few words that Viola & Dorothy would most likely put us on a very extended time out for.

I don’t make the rules. I don’t see the FCC changing them anytime soon. They can’t stop me from thinking about it though.

Until then we’ll just have to bleep and blur everything to keep our children safe like Jimmy Kimmel does on his show.  #UnnecessaryCensorship

 

 

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“Stranger Things” Cello Medley

Medley of themes from the “Stranger Things” series, originally by Kyle Dixon and Michael Stein. Featuring Adam Caulfield and Katherine Pernal! Like many others, I was captivated by the “Stranger Things” series when it came out earlier this year and fell in love with its exciting storytelling, engrossing set design and unique blend of creepiness, nostalgia and heartwarming moments. The music adds such richness to the show and I love how the cello showcases its strength and versatility in this medley. Enjoy!

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Doctor Who’s Your Time Lord Now!?!

(from uproxx.com)

The BBC posted our first look at Jodie Whittaker’s costume for her — and womankind’s — inaugural Doctor Who voyage. With her gold suspenders, rainbow shirt, striped socks and teal culottes, it’s very Colin Baker meets Peter Davison sans celery meets Tom Baker’s scarf meets Mork from Ork and we’re here for it. She’s sporting army boots because she’s ready for action, a practical raincoat because she spends an inordinate amount of time in Cardiff, and an ear cuff because she’s all of us in high school.

(MORE HERE)

I haven’t watched Doctor Who since Matt Smith. I’ve planned to but just haven’t gotten around to it. I’m very excited to see Jodie Whittaker as The Doctor. I may have to do some binge watching to catch up.

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WKQX Weezer and The Pixies Web Contest

WKQX-FM’s “Weezer and The Pixies Web” Contest
Official Rules

A complete copy of these rules can be obtained at the offices of radio station WKQX-FM (“Station”), owned and operated by Cumulus Media Holdings Inc. or one of its subsidiary companies, 455 N. CityFront Plaza Chicago, IL 60611, during normal business hours Monday through Friday or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the above address.

The Station will conduct the WKQX-FM “Weezer and The Pixies Web & Text” Contest (the “Contest”) substantially as described in these rules, and by participating, each participant agrees as follows:

  1. No purchase is necessary to enter or win. A purchase will not increase your chance of winning.   Void where prohibited.  All federal, state, and local regulations apply.
  2. This Contest is open only to legal U.S. residents, excluding Florida and New York residents, age eighteen (18) years or older at the time of entry with a valid Social Security number and who reside in the Station’s Designated Market Area (“DMA”) as defined by Nielsen Audio, who have not won a prize from the Station in the last 30 days or a prize valued at $500 or more in the last 60 days, and whose immediate family members or household members have not won a prize from the Station in the last 30 days or a prize valued at $500 or more in the last 60 daysVoid where prohibited by law.  Employees of Cumulus Media Holdings Inc., its parent company, affiliates, related entities and subsidiaries, promotional sponsors, prize providers, advertising agencies, other radio stations serving the Station’s DMA, and the immediate family members and household members of all such employees are not eligible to participate. The term “immediate family members” includes spouses, parents and step-parents, siblings and step-siblings, and children and stepchildren.  The term “household members” refers to people who share the same residence at least three (3) months out of the year. The Contest is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. Participation constitutes entrant’s full and unconditional agreement to these Official Rules and Station’s decisions, which are final and binding in all matters related to the Contest. Winning a prize is contingent upon fulfilling all requirements set forth herein.
  3. Contest Period. The Contest will begin at 1:58 pm CT on Thursday, November 9, 2017 and will run until 11:59 am CT on Monday, July 2, 2018 (the “Contest Period”).  The Station’s computer is the official time keeping device for this Contest.
  4. How to Enter. To enter:

(i)  Online: Visit the Station’s website www.101wkqx.com during the Contest Period, click on the “Contest” link, click on the “101WKQX Presents…Weezer & The Pixies” Contest link, and complete an entry form.  All entries must be received by 11:59 am CT on Monday, July 2, 2018 to be eligible for the Grand Prize drawing.  Limit one (1) entry per person per email address.  Multiple participants are not permitted to share the same email address. Any attempt by any participant to submit more than one (1) entry by using multiple/different email addresses, identities, registrations and logins, or any other methods will void that entry and the participant may be disqualified.  Use of any automated system to participate is prohibited and will result in disqualification. Station is not responsible for lost, late, incomplete, invalid, unintelligible, inappropriate or misdirected registrations, all of which will be disqualified.  In the event of a dispute as to any registration, the authorized account holder of the email address used to register will be deemed to be the participant. The “authorized account holder” is the natural person assigned the telephone number by the wireless carrier or an email address by an Internet access provider, online service provider or other organization responsible for assigning email addresses for the domain associated with the submitted address.  Potential winner may be required to show proof of being the authorized account holder. All entries become the sole and exclusive property of Station and will not be returned.  Station reserves the right to contact entrants and all other individuals whose email address is submitted as part of this promotion.  No mail-in entries will be accepted.

  1. Winner Selection. At approximately 1:00 pm CT on Monday, July 2, 2018, Station will select one (1) entries for the Grand Prize in a random drawing from among all valid entries received by Station during the Contest Period. The winning entrant will be contacted using the email address and/or telephone number provided with the entry and may be awarded the prize (subject to verification of eligibility and compliance with the terms of these rules).  Station’s decisions as to the administration and operation of the Contest and the selection of the potential winner are final and binding in all matters related to the Contest. Failure to respond to the initial verification contact within three (3) days of notification will result in disqualification.
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  3. Grand Prize. One (1) Grand Prize will be awarded in this Contest.  The Grand Prize is two (2) tickets to Weezer and The Pixies on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre. ARV: Fifty Dollars ($50). Winner is responsible for all taxes associated with prize receipt and/or use.  Odds of winning the Grand Prize depend on a number of factors including the number of eligible entries received during the Contest Period and listeners participating at any given time.

There is no substitution, transfer, or cash equivalent for prizes, except that the Station may, at its sole discretion and to the extent permitted by law, substitute prizes of comparable value or cash.  The prizes are expressly limited to the item(s) listed above and do not include taxes, gratuities or any other expenses.  Any tickets and/or gift certificates/cards awarded as part of a prize will be subject to the terms and conditions set forth by the issuer and are valid only on the date(s) printed on the tickets or gift certificates/cards.  Other restrictions may apply.

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A Harry Potter mobile adventure game is coming 🔮

A Harry Potter mobile adventure game is coming 🔮

If you also experienced intense disappointment when a letter from Hogwarts didn\’t arrive on before your 11th birthday, we have great news. Niantic (the company that developed Pokémon Go) has announced that their next augmented reality mobile game is Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. Muggles now have the opportunity to \”learn spells, explore their real world neighborhoods and cities to discover & fight legendary beasts and team up with others to take down powerful enemies.\”

While a launch date has yet to be set, there is a sign up list to get first-hand updates here. In the meantime, I\’ll be trying to train Siri to open my maps app when I say \”I solemnly swear I\’m up to no good\”.

Watch the Yeah Yeah Yeahs smash mics at comeback show

The Yeah Yeah Yeahs made a triumphant hometown return last night in Brooklyn after a 4 year hiatus, in front of a packed crowd at the Kings Theatre. Videos and social media from the show are all over the place showing that Karen O and company are really going for it on stage just like they did when they headlined PIQNIQ in 2013. The band did have their first comeback show a few weeks back in Los Angeles, and we got videos of that too.

Brookyn Vegan has a complete review with pics that will make you say ‘Oh, they come to town soon’

My lucky duck of friend Gina got to attend the show last night in Brooklyn and document every amazing moment on IG. Karen smashed that microphone like it owed her money.

#yeahyeahyeahs #brooklyn

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Karen and Nick #yeahyeahyeahs #brooklyn

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I AM SO READY

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Stop What You’re Doing: You Can Now Buy A Ranch Keg

(from delish.com)

Hidden Valley seems to operate under a sort of if you build it, they will come mentality. No one needed the $100 ranch fountain they debuted earlier this year, but condiment diehards bought out the entire stock. Same goes for the bejeweled bottle and beach towel that launched alongside it. And while you’ve been resting on your laurels for months now, content with telling your grandchildren about the time someone invented a machine that could make ranch flow freely, ready for some carrots or your bare hands to dip into it at any moment — WHABAM: Hidden Valley Ranch Outlet drops a holiday collection. (MORE HERE)

In theory, you want to bathe in a pool of ranch surrounded by all your favorite dippers: pizza, veggies, fries. NOW YOU CAN!!

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