... the other Black experience
With a lead singer called Mat Bastard, France-based punk band Skip The Use is causing a commotion around the country. After making the festival rounds and putting out a couple of records, they released their second album 'Can Be Late' earlier this year. These guys look and sound like trouble... :) Let us know what you think. - Lou C-D…
Added by Afro-Punk on July 2, 2012 at 10:00am — 4 Comments
'Black Traffic'. That's the title of classic UK rock band Skunk Anansie's upcoming album, to be released on September 17 (the first to be released through their own label, in partnership with 100% Records). Lead singer Skin says it better: "We've wanted to be in charge of our own destiny for many years. The doom and gloom merchants may whine about the music industry, but we've seen it as a positive chance to re-invent how we work and take more control over our art form. (...)…
The troublemakers of hardcore punk band Trash Talk are now signed to Odd Future Records. Look for their new album '119' coming this fall. The Odd Future press release (ahem) speaks for itself: "So them muthafu***** ova at Odd Future records done signed a fu***** group of crackas and ni**** in a hardcore punk band called Trash Talk. I mean it makes sense since Odd Future fans…
Added by Afro-Punk on June 4, 2012 at 9:30am — 2 Comments
In case you didn't know, Reggie Watts is a real talented comedian/musician/vocalist/beatboxer. Yes, he's funny, but there's also real musical badassness there too, you heard? On the heels of his latest Comedy Central special (Live at Central Park), a new CD/DVD of the show is set for release on May 15th.
Watts also has a slew of tour dates coming up in the US. New York, Philly, Atlanta, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New Orleans and more cities have been…
Added by Afro-Punk on May 11, 2012 at 4:00am — 3 Comments
Are you ready for Bloc Party's big come back? Yes, Kele is still on the line-up, although
he once thought he was fired... They've been recording new music and announced tour dates all over the place, from Europe to Australia, and yes, in the US (see schedule below).
Who's excited?
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Added by Afro-Punk on May 9, 2012 at 11:30am — 3 Comments
Sade only tours every 10 years or so, right? And while it's worth the wait, it's always nice to be able to jam to their performances a little more often. Ms. Adu and her bandmates are releasing a Live DVD from their 2011 tour on May 22nd, available
HERE for pre-order. 122 minutes of goodness. Will you be watching it? - L…
Added by Afro-Punk on May 9, 2012 at 6:10am — 2 Comments
If you know anything about Erykah Badu, you know her Live shows are the real deal. That's where she truly brings the songs to life, freestyles, and usually leaves the audience moved and uplifted. If you don't believe it honey, check out the video below.
She also revealed that she will be releasing a solo album later this year, and an record with her band The Cannabinoids.
A slew of European tour dates have been announced + a show in Istanbul, Turkey, and the artist…
Added by Afro-Punk on April 24, 2012 at 8:30am — 5 Comments
Get ready motherfuckers! Skunk Anansie said they will release a new album this year, and will reveal 20 tour dates. They announced: "These dates will mark Skunk Anansie’s only touring activity for 2012 and the European trek will finish at London’s Brixton Academy on Saturday December 1st. The full list of dates and tickets will go on pre-sale on Wednesday 25th from the band’s website and general sale from Friday 27th…
Added by Afro-Punk on April 23, 2012 at 12:30pm — 8 Comments
Iconic guitarist Slash is making a come back! He never really left actually, although he's not officially a member of Guns N' Roses anymore. His new album 'Apocalyptic Love' is coming out on May 22nd, and if you can't wait 'til then, get a taste of the band and new music in the videos below. The group is also kicking off an extensive tour on May 3rd in Baltimore, with dates all over the US, in Canada and in Europe.
The album is already available for pre-order…
Added by Afro-Punk on April 20, 2012 at 9:30am — 4 Comments
As she's gearing up for the release of her album 'Master of My Make-Believe' (May 1st), Santigold is not about to stop touring the country. She announced numerous new tour dates (full schedule below), so she's probably coming to your area soon.... In other news, the artist stated that she and Odd Future's Earl Sweatshirt would like to collab some time. Nothing precise yet, we'll see what happens!…
Added by Afro-Punk on April 6, 2012 at 7:37am — 7 Comments
Say what?! The motherfucking London Souls are back on the road for a US tour. You guys might remember their performances at various Afro-pukn events (including the Festival - check out the video below), in which case you know their show is definitely worth your time. Straight up rock & roll. Tour schedule below, more dates to be announced soon. - L C-D
Added by Afro-Punk on April 4, 2012 at 6:00am — No Comments
Saul Williams is kicking off his pretty extensive North American Tour 2012 in New York on February 17th! 28 dates have been announced so far (US & Canada). His 4th studio album 'Volcanic Sunlight' was released in the US a few months ago, and now it's time to live the tracks in a Live setting. You might know from …
Added by Afro-Punk on February 13, 2012 at 9:00am — 7 Comments
One for the collectors! AP member dcscorpiongirl told us she wanted to share her collection of flyers. She gathered them from punks around the world (1980-2002). She says: "I am from Washington, DC, so there's a strong focus on bands like Minor Threat, Bad Brains, Fugazi, and Dischord bands, as well as bands from South Africa, Brazil, Peru, Colombia and more."
The flyers are compiled into an eBook that you can download for free by clicking…
Added by Afro-Punk on January 31, 2012 at 11:00am — 13 Comments
Ms. LaidBack Badassness herself, Santigold, is coming to your city soon! (if you're in the US) She will play the infamous Coachella Festival in April, and is also about to head out on tour with Red Hot Chili Peppers. Let's take a look at the tour dates, shall we? xo
Santigold Tour Dates
APRIL 15th Indio, CA Coachella
APRIL 22nd Indio, CA Coachella
Santigold + Red Hot Chili Peppers Tour Dates
JANUARY 20th Sunrise, FL…
Added by Afro-Punk on January 18, 2012 at 8:30am — 4 Comments
These are shows you don't wanna miss when they hit your town, boyz and girlz! Grounbreaking bands Fishbone and Death Grips are on tour. No, not together (wouldn't that be fierce, though?). Apocalyptic rebels Death Grips are doing a mini West Coast tour with AP member B.L.A.C.K.I.E., while Fishbone is still on their mission to bring twisted ska-funk-rock hotness to the world, one city at a time. Check out their tour dates below! - L C-D…
Added by Afro-Punk on November 14, 2011 at 1:25pm — 1 Comment
"SculptureCenter is pleased to announce 'Cosmic Voodoo Circus', an exhibition of new work by Sanford Biggers commissioned through SculptureCenter's Artist in Residence program. (...) Added by Afro-Punk on September 9, 2011 at 7:00pm — 3 Comments
A year after the devastating earthquake we've all heard about, Haiti is still struggling to get back on track. Conflicts, homelessness, poor sanitary conditions, are part of many Haitians daily lives. '100 Shows For Haiti' urges promoters around the world to put together events, any kind of events, to help raise funds for relief. The money collected will be distributed to two organizations on the ground: One Hundred For… Continue
Added by Afro-Punk on December 22, 2010 at 3:30pm — No Comments
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