System Of A Down | Protect the Land and Genocidal Humanoidz
System Of A Down released new material for the first time in 15 years. The two new songs are called “Protect the Land” and “Genocidal Humanoidz.” The group released the tracks to bring awareness to the “serious war being perpetrated upon our cultural homelands of Artsakh and Armenia.”
In a statement released by the band, they emphasized how important it is to donate to those who are affected “with what are ever growing accounts of crimes against humanity.” They also want their fans to “speak out about the horrific injustices and human rights violations occurring there now.”
These protest songs follow the band’s 2005 album’s Mezmerize and Hypnotize. Although they hadn’t released new material in over a decade, System of Down continued to tour. Back in 2018, frontman Serj Tanakian said, “I’ve always felt continuing to do the same thing with the same people over time is artistically redundant even for a dynamic outfit like ours.” However, the crisis in their homelands changed that. Proceeds from the songs will go to those in need of “crucial aid and supplies” in Artsakh and Armenia.
System Of A Down- Protect The Land
System Of A Down- Genocidal Humanoidz (Official Audio)
Jade Bird | Headstart
Jade Bird dropped a new track titled “Headstart.” The new single was recorded at RCA studios and produced by Dave Cobb, who previously worked with the late John Prine and Grammy winner Brandi Carlile.
“Headstart” follows Jade Bird’s self-titled debut album, which was released in April 2019. The UK artist said she wrote the song after taking a trip to upstate New York. “Being there, I was immediately taken back to the magic and inspiration of creating the first album. It’s quite a light-hearted song, about liking someone who just can’t see the signs, but more than that releasing it feels like a way to give a bit of joy to the end of the year. It feels like community to me, and it makes me want to sing again.”
Bird shared a tutorial on Instagram for the guitar riff of “Headstart.” Stream the track below and watch the tutorial to see the UK artist break it all down.
Jade Bird- Headstart (Official Audio)
Wilco | Summerteeth
Wilco shared a deluxe reissue of Summerteeth. The album was released back in 1999, the new version is a four-disc set and features many demos, live recordings and outtakes. Unreleased demos include “Tried and True,” “I’m Always in Love,” and “She’s a Jar.” The reissue also includes alternate versions of songs from the 1999 album.
In addition, the group included a live concert recording from their 1999 show at The Boulder Theatre in Boulder, Colorado. It doesn’t stop there. There’s also a limited edition vinyl reissue. That features 10 songs that were performed at Tower Records in 1999, only a few days before the release date of their Summerteeth album.
The Offspring | Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)
The Offspring shared a song that has a holiday twist to it. They covered Darlene Love’s classic “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” and it’s the first time they’ve released a holiday track. The band’s singer Dexter Holland said “the world could use a nice holiday song right now.” Along with the release, the band promised that they’ll be unveiling new music by early 2021.
You can pre-order the signed limited edition 7-inch vinyl on their website. Hear their version of “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home.”
The Offspring- Christ (Baby Please Come Home)
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