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Sex Pistols’ John Lydon Condemns “God Save the Queen” Promotion in Wake of Elizabeth II’s Death [Pitchfork] The singer “wishes to distance himself from any Sex Pistols activity which aims to cash in on Queen Elizabeth II’s death.” A spokesperson for Sex Pistols has said the band “cannot understand what [Lydon] would be referring to.”

Moonage Daydream Shows the Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust [Spin] In May, Moonage Daydream premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to a lengthy standing ovation for its layered, impressionistic approach to Bowie’s life and art, with stunning sound and visuals. It was praised as a monumental portrait of the chameleon alternately remembered as Ziggy Stardust, Major Tom, the Thin White Duke, and the Blackstar.

Nick Cave Explains How Fans Helped Him Cope With The Deaths Of His Sons [Stereogum] "...When Arthur died, I was thrust into the darkest place imaginable, where it was almost impossible to be able to see outside of despair. Susie and I somehow managed to pull ourselves out of that, and — I know this sounds corny — that did have something to do with the response I started to get from people who kept writing to me and saying, mostly, This happened to me, and this is what’s happening to you, and this is what can happen. This was extremely affecting for me..."

The 12 Worst Heavy Metal Albums of All Time by Spin. Do you agree?

Sublime Biopic in the Works With Sony, Director Francis Lawrence [Spin] The short-lived but influential California reggae-tinged rock trio Sublime is the latest group to receive the biopic treatment, this time from director Francis Lawrence, screenwriter Chris Mundy and Sony’s 3000 Pictures. The project will be executive produced by surviving Sublime members Bud Gaugh and Eric Wilson, as well as late frontman Bradley Nowell’s widow Troy and son Jakob.

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