Interview: Mala on Keeping Music Real, Dubstep Fresh
It was only in the mid-2000s that Mark Lawrence – then a relatively unknown producer – gained worldwide fame as a South London dubstep icon.
Verne Troyer, Mini-Me from ‘Austin Powers’, 49
LOS ANGELES — Verne Troyer, who played Dr. Evil's small, silent sidekick "Mini-Me" in the "Austin Powers" movie franchise, has died. He was 49.
First Saudi Movie Theater Opens With Black Panther Screening
RIYADH — The lights dimmed and the crowd of men and women erupted into applause and hoots as Hollywood's blockbuster "Black Panther" premiered in Saudi Arabia's first movie theater.
Dance, Dig for Vinyl Saturday on Record Store Day
On Saturday, record stores worldwide will go all out for a day of meet and greets, as staff get to meet their customers, bands meet and perform for fans and – most importantly – limited edition vinyl, album re-issues and CDs are made for a day dedicated to old school music platforms.
Kimbra Showcases Impressive Range on ‘Primal Heart’ Album
If there's any musical justice, Kimbra's third studio album should be the one that finally catapults the New Zealander to the acclaim she deserves.
‘Extreme’ ‘90s Rock to Drop ‘More Than Words’ in Bangkok
BANGKOK — Best known for their evergreen ballad “More Than Words,” popular jam “Play With Me” and fast, squealing guitarwork, American rock band Extreme is coming to Bangkok in June.
Sting and Shaggy Teaming Up For A Sunny Reggae Album
The fact that Shaggy and Sting are teaming up on a CD does, admittedly, sound like a gimmick. Why are these two very different artists together? Because they happen to be known by a single name? Why not keep going and add Shakira, Sia, Slash and Seal?
Diamond Fragment May Come From ‘Lost Planet’
BERLIN — Fragments of a meteorite that fell to Earth about a decade ago provide compelling evidence of a lost planet that once roamed our solar system, according to a study published Tuesday.
Mexican Drug Lord El Chapo Has Psychological Problems
NEW YORK — Notorious Mexican drug lord and escape artist Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is having psychological problems that could hinder his ability to fight U.S. drug-trafficking charges, his lawyer and wife said Tuesday.
Isaan-style Songkran in Bangkok? Here It Is. (Photos)
BANGKOK — After checking out a Mon-style Songkran on Friday, we didn’t think we could find another authentic Songkran experience closer to central Bangkok – until we did.
