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STAGE DIVES: Mitski's Laurel Hell at Massey Hall

Our new podcast episode on Mitski's freakishly well received concert in Toronto for her Laurel Hell tour.
We'll be breaking down the best tours coming into town and why these artists are putting thousands of butts in seats.
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The process has been called grueling and involves long hours of singing and dancing sessions with Madonna herself.
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IDLES, Mitski, Turnstile, and Freddie Gibbs round out first Osheaga in three years.
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neil young and a wall of amps spotify
A Meat Loaf becomes a Martyr, Euphoria Stories, and the When We Were Young Backlash plus more.
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Joe Rogen podcast not actually included in coverage*
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tyler the creator with a grammy in a polo striped
Spoilers: Marilyn Manson is nominated for Rap Song, Louis C.K. got one over Bo Burnham, and Drake was left with scraps.
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taylor swift stands outside of her red chevy in a beige coat and red beret, unbrushed hair
The smiling overlord has overlapped the cultural discourse with appearances on all three NBC late night programs and ten minute version of “All Too Well.”
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adele wears a blanket
It’s long and paywalled so we thought we’d do you a favour.
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Alanis is notably not giving interviews or publicizing the film for inaccuracies regarding her abuse experiences.
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The cover of the Weather Station's album presents Tamara Lindeman in a forest covered in large broken disco ball pieces
The people at SMACK have rounded up the artists we think should take home the prize for best Canadian album of the year.
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free britney testimony in court
As the high-profile case hits another tentpole today, SMACK fills you in on everything that has happened since Britney hit the stand on June 23.
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britney spears testifies for her freedom against the conservatorship of her father Jamie
Britney Spears is due in court today in a much talked about appearance in the fight for control of her life.
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Kaytranada wins the polaris prize 2016
The non-profit organization declared ten albums for selection of the best Canadian album.
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ticketmaster refund policy
The alteration came with no announcement and now only lists cancellation as a basis for refund.
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Primavera Sound Announces 2021 Lineup The iconic Barcelona festival adjusts its postponed 20th anniversary incarnation.
The iconic Barcelona festival adjusts its postponed 20th anniversary incarnation.
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Disclosure Press Picture for ENERGY
The record’s announcement comes with a full statement and the video for its first single.
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Frank Ocean looks at phone outside of the car
“Dear April” and “Cayendo” were previously available as vinyl exclusives.
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Childish Gambino performs live with a beard in blue light for his new album 3.15.20
Superstar Donald Glover surprise released his fourth commercial release in the middle of the night.
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The Weeknd Bloody Nose for After Hours Duncan Loudon
The new wave R&B icon will hit the road throughout Summer and Fall with a revolutionary stage design.
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STORMZY BRITS 2020
Less awards and better performances led to a politically charged, tighter show
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Prince looks on with shade auntie orange top and afro album of the year grammys
St. Vincent, H.E.R., The Time, Beck, Sheila E., Gary Clark Jr. and many more celebrated The Purple One in L.A. last night.
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Deborah Dugan smiles, Neil Portnow upset
Deborah Dugan is putting the Recording Academy through Hell and revealing corruption, electoral fraud and misconduct through its ranks.
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Beastie Boys spray budweiser beer everywhere during Fight For Your Right video shoot
what do Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, and Stereogum have in common? A lot.
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Trump signs the Music Modernization Act with Kid Rock and Oren Hatch
SMACK explains the MMA.
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