The Faint Pique Fans' 'Fasciinatiion' in New York

Omaha's emo-dance outfit perform their new album at Manhattan's Terminal 5 venue to the delight of a rowdy audience.
The Faint / Photo by Jackie Roman

"Good show so far. Let's see if we can't fuck it up," exclaimed the Faint's lead singer, Todd Fink, as the electro-rock quintet launched into their set at Manhattan's cavernous Terminal 5 venue last night.

Portland's Rock Elite Attend Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks' 'Gardenia' Video Premiere

Members of Spoon, Sleater-Kinney, the Thermals and more check out local musical handyman Dantronix's star-studded video treatment for Malkmus' breezy tune.
One fan asks the burning question... / Photo by Josh Elliott

Portland, OR's indie rock upper crust -- including members of Spoon, Sleater-Kinney, the Thermals, Quasi, and many more -- packed the air-conditioned confines of Valentine's Saturday night (Au

Rancid Wreak Havoc in NYC

Punk nobility return to Gotham with a five-night stand at Irving Plaza.
Tim Armstrong of Rancid / Photo by Matt Kiser

East bay punk pioneers Rancid charged through their penultimate gig in a five-night stand at New York City's Irving Plaza Saturday, August 16 with a blistering and motivated wallop.

Kings of Leon Set London Ablaze

British fans embrace brand new songs with open arms at Carling Academy Brixton.
King of Leon bassist Jared Followill / Photo by Judith Tigner

Forget that the new Kings of Leon single, "Sex on Fire," was released just two days ago. The sold-out crowd at the Carling Academy Brixton sang along like it was an old favorite.

The Melvins' Sonic Sludge Invades Brooklyn

The Northwestern punk vets' goopy rockers make for a dark yet kick-ass set at the Music of Hall of Williamsburg.
King Buzzo of the Melvins / Photo by Damien Neva

It doesn't really matter who's actually in the Melvins, or the last time you bought a Melvins album. If you like the Melvins, you're going to head out and see them, and that was exactly the case last night (Aug.

'Guitar Hero' Tour Closes Out in San Francisco

At the final stop of regular competition in the Guitar Hero: Aerosmith ROCKS the Hard Rock tour, faux axe-slingers battle for the remaining slots in the finals.
'Guitar Hero' Chad Casket (left) slays his competition in the semi-finals / Photo by Muhammad Asranur

The 'Guitar Hero: Aerosmith ROCKS the Hard Rock' contest returned to California last night (Aug. 12) for the last of 15 dates before winners selected at tournaments nationwide travel to Boston for a final showdown. Devout gamers took over San Francisco's Hard Rock Cafe and battled intently, much to the bewilderment of diners munching on ribs and burgers.

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