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Iggy & the Stooges, 'Ready To Die' – Album Review

Dave Swanson — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:53:58 +0000

Who would have ever guessed that in 2013, we would be talking about a new Stooges album? The odds were certainly not in that column, but then in 2003, the unexpected happened and Iggy Pop, Ron Asheton and brother Scott plugged in once again. They toured and wowed young and old fans alike with their brutal rock and roll assault, and even released a reunion album, although 2007's 'The Weirdness' was hardly the stuff of legend and kind of a false-start comeback.

Iggy and the Stooges, 'Burn' – Song Review

Nick DeRiso — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:01:52 +0000

The ear-melting riff that opens 'Burn' -- Iggy Pop and the Stooges' new single -- makes it clear that this is no nostalgia act. Not only do these guys still have their edge, four decades after their crunchy punk rock classic of a debut, you could argue that 'Burn' is all edge.

Iggy and the Stooges Announce 'Ready to Die' Release Details

Billy Dukes — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 16:56:15 +0000

The Iggy and the Stooges album 'Raw Power' turns 40 this month, and the group is also planning a new release. Iggy Pop, James Williamson and Scott Asheton have united to record 'Ready to Die,' their second album featuring the surviving members of that lineup. (2007's 'The Weirdness' featured the surviving members of the Ron Asheton-fronted Stooges lineup.)

Iggy Pop & the Stooges Ron Asheton Tribute Concert Coming to DVD

Dave Swanson — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 21:32:46 +0000

Original Stooges guitarist Ron Asheton passed away in 2009, but his dynamic playing and presence has not been forgotten. On April 19, 2011, his former bandmates held a tribute concert to honor his legacy and music. A DVD from that night, appropriately titled 'Tribute to Ron Asheton,' is now making its way to DVD on June 4 via MVD.

David Bowie, Iggy Pop Collaboration to Be Subject of Movie

Dave Lifton — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 19:46:46 +0000

The creative and personal relationship between David Bowie and Iggy Pop will form the basis of ‘Lust for Life.’ The film will soon be shopped to international buyers at the European Film Market. The Hollywood Reporter notes that ‘Lust for Life’ takes place in the mid-70s, when the duo moved to West Berlin to refocus [...]

40 Years Ago: Iggy & the Stooges Release 'Raw Power'

Bryan Wawzenek — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:26:17 +0000

Has an album ever had a more perfect title than ‘Raw Power?’ What words could more accurately describe the contents of this classic – released on Feb. 7, 1973 in the U.S. – than â€œRawâ€ and â€œPowerâ€? But that’s the essence of the Stooges. They removed all the unnecessary pomp and fluff of rock and [...]

Iggy Pop Limited Edition Bobblehead Now Available for Pre-Order

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 18:54:30 +0000

In the inevitable juxtaposition of punk rock and toy collectibles, Drastic Plastic Collectibles have teamed up with Impact Merchandising to announce the release of a new Iggy Pop bobblehead. The innovative punk rocker and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer (as a member of the Stooges) has been the subject of movies, books and much [...]

Iggy Pop and Best Coast's Bethany Cosentino Collaborate on Song for HBO's 'True Blood'

Dave Lifton — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 16:48:39 +0000

Generations of rock stars collide on a new song composed for HBO’s hit vampire drama, ‘True Blood.’ The episode that will debut July 8 will feature Iggy Pop and Bethany Cosentno of indie band Best Coast duetting on ‘Let’s Boot and Rally.’

Iggy Pop Doubts the Clash's Sincerity, Vows No More Stage Dives

Chad Childers — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 21:00:18 +0000

Iggy Pop is credited as one of the original punk rockers, but the singer says he’s not exactly a fan of all the bands that were the next generation in that genre. Pop says he had a bit of an issue with their intentions. He tells the New York Times, “I reacted to it better [...]

Iggy Pop Compares Modern Music to 'Cheap Drinks'

Shauna Wright — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 15:00:40 +0000

Iggy Pop has never been much of a shy wallflower, and as an ambassador for Record Store Day 2012, he didn’t hold back when talking about today’s music — and the people who perform it. In a self-posted video, the Stooges frontman — who’s been making music for some 50 years — had a lot [...]