Gina Vespa – who, sadly, is not affiliated with the motor scooter company – is a GWU graduate currently residing in Maryland with her husband and two dachshunds. A freelance writer for both Diffuser.fm and PopCrush, Gina enjoys combining her love for music with her passion for writing. She has interviewed artists such as Matt Pond and Zac and Isaac Hanson, and she's always on the lookout for new bands to check out.
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Medicine, ‘Long as the Sun’ [Listen]
For the first time in 18 years, veteran L.A. noise-rock greats Medicine have reunited their original lineup of Brad Laner, Jim Goodall and Beth Thompson. The trio is readying the release of a brand-new album, ‘To the Happy Few,’ and now we have the first taste, a single called ‘Long as the Sun.’
Daft Punk Headlining Coachella 2013? VEVO Page Hints at Surprise Appearance
Although Daft Punk weren't among the numerous acts confirmed to perform at Coachella 2013 when the lineup was announced back in January, their record label has dropped hints that they'll be the surprise headliner at this year’s fest. Execs at Universal Music Group, EMI and Sony Entertainment – the umbrella company for Daft Punk’s label, Columbia Records – made a post on the band’s official VEVO pa
Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl + Taylor Hawkins to Induct Rush into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
The 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on April 18 at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, and the Foo Fighters have been given the honor of inducting Canadian prog rockers Rush at this year’s event.
Pitchfork Music Festival 2013 Announces Full Lineup, Adds M.I.A., Yo La Tengo + More
Pitchfork Music Festival has just announced a slew of acts to round out this year’s killer lineup. Joining previously announced headliners Belle and Sebastian, Bjork and R. Kelly are M.I.A. and Yo La Tengo, plus many more.
Echo and the Bunnymen Releasing New Album ‘The Garden of Meedin’ This Year
British post-punk legends Echo and the Bunnymen will release a new album, ‘The Garden of Meedin’,' later this year. The record follows their 2009 release of ‘The Fountain,’ and according to frontman Ian McCulloch, it harks back to their earlier material.
Fall Out Boy Get Courtney Love, Elton John for New Album
Fall Out Boy’s new album, ‘Save Rock and Roll,’ is due out April 16, and as Billboard reports, the band has collaborated with Hole’s Courtney Love and Elton John on the disc.
The National Releasing New Album ‘Trouble Will Find Me’ in May
The National will release a new album, ‘Trouble Will Find Me,' on May 21 via 4AD, the Brooklyn band has announced. The record is the follow-up to 2010's 'High Violet.'
Flaming Lips Serve Up ‘Yoshimi’ Favorites at SXSW 2013
The Flaming Lips headlined the Warner Sound showcase at SXSW 2013 last night (March 14), and Oklahoma's finest experimental rockers gave fans a rare treat. As Billboard reports, the band performed their critically acclaimed ‘Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots' nearly in its entirety (watch ‘Are You a Hypnotist??’ above and ‘Do You Realize??’ below), and that meant keeping the party going until after
Dave Grohl Discusses Nirvana, ‘Gangnam Style’ + More in SXSW 2013 Keynote Speech
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl delivered the keynote speech at SXSW 2013 earlier today (March 14), covering a wide range of topics during his hour-long chat, including Nirvana, his ‘Sound City’ documentary and his surprising love for the Psy YouTube hit ‘Gangnam Style.’
Paramore Unveil New Single, ‘Still Into You,’ at SXSW 2013
Paramore fans were in for a treat at the Warner Sound showcase at SXSW 2013 last night (March 13), when the band unleashed a brand-new tune, ‘Still Into You.’ (Watch the video above.) During the song, singer Hayley Williams prowled the stage with fierce red hair, unstoppable energy and paint on her face.
Weezer Announce 2014 Cruise
Weezer and Rose Tours have announced the 2014 Weezer Cruise. The five-day adventure is set to run from Feb. 13-17, departing from Jacksonville Fla. and making stops in Freeport and Nassau in the Bahamas.
Transplants Announce New Album, ‘In a Warzone,’ Due in May
Punk-rap supergroup the Transplants, featuring Rancid’s Tim Armstrong, Rob Aston (aka "Skinhead Rob") and Blink-182’s Travis Barker, are finally getting ready to release a new album -- their third overall and first since 2005 -- in the spring.