Essential New Music: Suuns’ “Felt”
The problem with drone rock is that sometimes a band bears down on the “drone” and forgets about the “rock.”
In The News (Reissues And Collections Edition): Joe Strummer, The Band, The Fall, Led Zeppelin, Moldy Peaches, Pet Shop Boys, The Doors, Elvis Presley And More
Just because you were the face of the Only Band That Matters doesn't mean you didn't make some essential music
MAGNET Exclusive: Premiere Of Paul Collins’ “Go”
Paul Collins was one of the pioneers of American power pop, playing with bands such as the Nerves ("Hanging On
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Michael Gira Gears Up For A Swans Reissue, A Solo Tour And An Oral History On His 35-Year Career
Michael Gira's Young God label has just released Swans' seminal Soundtracks For The Blind on vinyl for the first time.
From The Desk Of The Feelies’ Dave Weckerman: Davy Crockett Craze (1955)
Percussionist Dave Weckerman has been part of the Feelies story since 1976 when he, Glenn Mercer and Bill Million formed
MAGNET Exclusive: Premiere Of The Eyebrows’ “Avocado” Video
In music, as in life, being quirky tends to elicit very mixed reactions. For every good "freaky" band (we're thinking
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Normal History Vol. 487: The Art Of David Lester
Every Saturday, we’ll be posting a new illustration by David Lester. The Mecca Normal guitarist is visually documenting people, places
Record Review: The Skygreen Leopards’ “The Jingling World Of The Skygreen Leopards”
When Donavan Quinn and Glenn Donaldson started the Skygreen Leopards in 2001, they agreed upon some ground rules. They would
MAGNET Exclusive: Premiere Of Tulipomania’s “Off The Map” Video
It's hard not to think of Tulipomania as one of those 4AD bands you somehow missed back in the mid-'80s
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A New Public Image Ltd Boxed Set Is Both From The Heart And Rotten
It's a bitter "pil" to swallow, but Public Image Ltd does indeed turn 40 this year. Happy? Disappointed? After quitting
Frigs: Forever Changes
After years of trying to find their identity, Frigs are finally ready for their closeup In the eight years since
MAGNET Exclusive: Premiere Of Jon Bryant’s “Paradise” Video
A lot of albums are termed cult classics, but the latest from Jon Bryant is the genuine article. The
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Brandon Grafius Makes MAGNET A Mix Tape
Michigan native Brandon Grafius just released sophomore album Highways And Backroads. The 10-track LP speaks to places—how we all happen
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MP3 At 3PM: Pale Green Things
Pale Green Things just released ultra-relaxing new album The Beast In The Hearts Of Men. The Manchester-based band is actually
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Film At 11: Detroit Rebellion
Detroit Rebellion just released a video for “Black,” a track from sophomore album See You Next Year, out August 24
Essential New Music: Body/Head’s “The Switch”
The binary name of this duo promises a focus on the essentials, and The Switch delivers. Singer/guitarist Kim Gordon and
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MP3 At 3PM: Adam Plomaritas
Adam Plomaritas’ latest single, “The Other Side,” reflects on a personal journey that's full of heart and love. A talk
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R.I.P. MAGNET Senior Writer Jonathan Valania
