Amplified w/Darby

I throw my back out unloading the dishwasher, vent about elevator etiquette, and talk through the albums I kept coming back to over the weekend.Also this episode: William Shatner's Riot Fest tour rider, Marilyn Manson's new single, Jennifer Finch, Rush, Soundgarden, Poppy, Jason Newsted and a few other things that caught my attention.New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.Show NotesAlbums MentionedQuicksand – Bring On the PsychicsHer Heads on Fire – Am I Not Your GirlCinder Well – A Blooming BodyLily Meola – Postcards to HeavenSyd – The Last Honest WomanInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/darby.amplifiedI'm Glad You're Here.

This week on Amplified, I'm diving into a seriously strong batch of new releases. I'm talking about the new albums I'm most excited to spend time with, including **Quicksand's **Bring On the Psychics, **Protest the Hero's **Within, **Tesla's **Homage, and taking a chance on Her Heads on Fire simply because that's an incredible band name.Plus...Unearthed David Bowie recordings featuring Jimmy Page.The latest on L7 bassist Jennifer Finch and the incredible response from fans.Queens of the Stone Age release another killer new song.Slipknot reveals the producer behind their next album.Beck announces a new record.Ghost heads back to theaters with another concert film.Candlebox isn't retiring after all.Why I'm officially over music algorithms...and why supporting your local record store is worth it.As always, thanks for hanging out. I'm Glad You're Here.Show NotesSupport Jennifer Finch (L7):https://www.gofundme.com/f/jennifer-finch-vs-brain-cancer-its-time-to-make-noiseGuns N' Roses / American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Fundraiser:https://fandiem.com/gnrFollow the show on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/darby.amplified

This week on Amplified, I break down another week in rock and music news, including Jack White stepping up after Charlie Crockett dropped Twin Temple, Mastodon's huge new album announcement, Turnstile taking over Camden Yards, Fuel's return, and some sad news involving Tom Morello, L7's Jennifer Finch, and Morbid Angel co-founder Mike Browning.I also talk about the albums I spent the weekend with—including some absolute standouts—and I'd love to hear what you've been listening to.Albums mentioned this week:The Rolling Stones – Ringing HollowJack White – Frozen CharlotteHoundmouth – LordyKelela – New AvatarAllison Russell – In the Hour of ChaosShow Me The Body – Alone TogetherOtis Redding – The Very Best of Otis ReddingIf you're able, please consider supporting L7 bassist Jennifer Finch as she battles aggressive brain cancer:https://www.gofundme.com/f/jennifer-finch-vs-brain-cancer-its-time-to-make-noiseWhat are you listening to this week? Hit me up on Instagram @darby.amplified—I'm always looking for great recommendations.New episodes every Tuesday (music news) and Friday (new album releases).I'm glad you're here.

The Rolling Stones are back. Jack White has a new album. DevilDriver, Ava Under Fire, Show Me the Body, and a stacked list of new releases make this one of the best New Music Fridays of the year.Plus, I dive into the Charlie Crockett/Twin Temple controversy, the debate over satanic imagery in rock, Amy Lee's surprising family connection to The Gong Show, Bon Jovi holograms, new videos from John 5 and Social Distortion, Black Sabbath's first official book, and all the rock news worth talking about this week.Instagram: @darby.amplified#AmplifiedPodcast #RockNews #NewMusicFriday #RollingStones #JackWhite #CharlieCrockett #TwinTemple #DevilDriver #RockPodcast #NewMusic #HardRock #Metal #ClassicRock #AlternativeRock #MusicDiscovery #MusicNews

It's a quiet week for new releases, but somehow the music news is completely unhinged.This week I'm talking about the latest albums from Madonna, Deep Purple, Low Cut Connie and more, plus why next week's release schedule is looking a whole lot stronger.Also this week:Javier Bardem used Linkin Park to get into character for Cape Fear.GWAR and the Burton family are rallying around members facing major health battles.Concertgoers are literally wearing diapers to keep their spot at the barricade... and yes, we have to talk about it.New data suggests explicit lyrics are disappearing from mainstream music. Is popular music getting tamer, or is something bigger changing?New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.Follow along on Instagram: @darby.amplified#AmplifiedPodcast #RockNews #MusicNews #NewMusic #LinkinPark #Madonna #DeepPurple #RockPodcast #Metal #AlternativeMusic #MusicDiscovery #Podcast

I spent the weekend listening to a lot of new music and finally had time to really dig into some of this week's releases—including The Pretty Reckless, Truck Violence, Willow Avalon, Beth Orton, and the massive **Metallica **Reload deluxe box set.I also get into the latest music news, including:Whitesnake vinyl reissuesFive Finger Death Punch's new album announcementBring Me the Horizon revisiting their debutJason Newsted's upcoming memoirSocial Distortion's recycled tour merch initiativeDisturbed taking a breakIce Nine Kills, Beck, Joy Division, Children of Bodom, and more.Plus, I share some thoughts on remasters, demos, the future of albums versus singles, and the records I've had on repeat over the past few days.New episodes of Amplified drop every Tuesday and Friday.Follow along on Instagram: @darby.amplified#AmplifiedPodcast #RockMusic #Metallica #ThePrettyReckless #Whitesnake #FiveFingerDeathPunch #BringMeTheHorizon #SocialDistortion #JasonNewsted #NewMusic #HardRock #AlternativeRock #MetalPodcast #MusicDiscovery #RockNews

Metallica's Reload gets the deluxe treatment, and I'm making the case that it deserves a lot more love than it gets. Plus, I'm breaking down one of the strongest new release Fridays we've had in a while with new music from The Pretty Reckless, Butthole Surfers, Muse, Pixies, The Strokes, Willow Avalon, Savatage, Mortiis, Beth Orton, Switchfoot, and more.In music news, we remember legendary music executive Clive Davis, talk about Tesla's 40th anniversary celebration, a massive Smashing Pumpkins tribute album, unreleased Zwan material, new music from Phoebe Bridgers, PJ Harvey, Brandon Flowers, Jim James, Cult of Luna, Russian Circles, and why Turnstile continues to be one of the most exciting bands in rock. I also dive into Deftones, Rival Sons, AC/DC, William Shatner's unexpected metal project, and plenty more.New episodes of Amplified drop every Tuesday and Friday.Follow along on Instagram: @darby.amplified

Ozzy has a giant new statue, KISS is building an avatar show in Vegas, and Shinedown's Brent Smith shared one of the coolest quotes I've heard in a while. I also talk about new music from Beartooth, Starcrawler, Sleep Theory, I Prevail, and Quicksand, the Rolling Stones getting into podcasting, a new Waylon Jennings release, and why I still have no interest in making this show sound perfect. Plus a few records I've been spinning over the last week and the usual detours along the way.New episodes of Amplified every Tuesday and Friday.Follow Amplified:Instagram: @darby.amplifiedTikTok: @darby.amplified