It’s box set season–and here comes more Tragically Hip
Now that we’ve reached Labour Day weekend, we’re going to begin to hear more about big box sets. So far, the list includes a 30th anniversary edition of Green Day’s Dookie, yet another
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Faith No More has inspired a tabletop role-playing game
You might remember a story from back in 2022 about a new role-playing game based on Faith No More. It was originally called The Real Thing after the band’s 1989 album. I quote
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They’re not Beastie Boys “dolls.” They’re “Sabotage” action figures
One of the greatest (if not THE greatest) Beastie Boys songs and videos has to be “Sabotage” from 1994. If you know of someone who adores the song–and especially the Spike Jonze-directed video–here’s
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Gift idea: Gord Downie socks
Still shopping for Christmas? How about a pair of these Gord Downie socks? And yes, they’re officially licensed from the Downie estate. In other words, with permission from the family. A portion of
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Gift Idea: Bauhaus’ Peter Murphy is now an action figure
Okay, so there’s not much action to be had but wouldn’t this look good on the shelf? It’s for the Goth who has everything. The purpose? To commemorate the 30th anniversary of Murphy’s
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I’m a little (Radiohead) teapot, short and stout
Looking for a Christmas gift idea that won’t be delivered in time for the holidays? Or maybe you’re already shopping for Christmas 2022. Either way, take a look at this new Radiohead teapot
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Gift idea: How did I miss this radio-related present?
I was already in radio when this appeared in the Sears catalogue in 1982. Still, I would have grabbed one had I known it existed!
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There’s now a Metallica version of the board game CLUE
Next to KISS, Metallica never seems to miss a merchandising opportunity. The band’s latest offering is a Metallica version of the classic board game CLUE. I quote from Blabbermouth: The band and crew
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Members of Tool star in an Xmas commercial. No, really.
A Tool Christmas commercial? That doesn’t make any sense. Then again, it does if bassist Justin Chancellor is plugging his new Dunlop Cry Baby Wah pedal. Justin plays just about every part in
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Like jigsaw puzzles? Then check out this Johnny Rotten set.
I’ve lost count of how man musician-theme jigsaw puzzles have been released over the last couple of years. Bowie, Pink Floyd, AC/DC, Iron Maiden, Queen, and many others have jumped into the market.
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Gift Guide: Black Sabbath Shoes & Shirts
Yeah, it’s that time again when I start posting cool music-related items suitable for gift-giving this Christmas. First up is an offering from DC Shoes which includes a collection of Black Sabbath stuff.
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