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music2 years ago

Arctic Monkeys Drummer Matt Helders Reflects on Joining Iggy Pop's Band

Arctic Monkeys drummer Matt Helders reflects on the time he joined Iggy Pop's band for the 2016 album "Post Pop Depression," expressing initial nerves about being in another band and learning from the experience. Helders found the opportunity beneficial, gaining confidence and new songwriting insights that influenced Arctic Monkeys' 2018 album "Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino."

music2 years ago

Severe weather disrupts Siouxsie and Iggy Pop's Cruel World sets, rescheduled for Sunday.

The Cruel World Festival at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena was evacuated due to lightning during Iggy Pop's set, but organizers rescheduled headliners Siouxsie and Iggy Pop for Sunday night. Siouxsie will play an extended set, and this will be her only North American performance in 2023. The festival promised free parking and reissued wristbands. Despite the evacuation, concertgoers were able to see more than 20 other acts on three different stages, including Gang of Four, Gary Numan, and Billy Idol.

entertainment2 years ago

Severe Weather Disrupts Multiple Music Festivals, Forcing Evacuations and Cancellations

The Cruel World Festival at the Rose Bowl was evacuated due to the threat of severe weather, causing frustration among attendees who had to leave the no-roof stadium. The evacuation message interrupted Iggy Pop's performance, and headliner Siouxsie Sioux was unable to take the stage. Festival organizers announced that Siouxsie and Iggy Pop would perform on Sunday, and Saturday pass holders would be allowed entrance. Many fans are hoping for a refund on their tickets, which ranged from $159 to $800.

music2 years ago

Severe weather disrupts Siouxsie Sioux's U.S. comeback concert at Rose Bowl festival.

The Cruel World festival in Pasadena, California was cut short due to the threat of severe weather, causing Siouxsie Sioux's first U.S. concert in 15 years to be canceled. Proto-punk pioneer Iggy Pop was also affected, with both artists' shows rescheduled for Sunday evening. Fans were disappointed and confused as the weather threat never materialized, and festival organizers have not yet provided clarification. Other artists who pulled out of the festival included the Motels and Adam Ant, but Love and Rockets made a successful return to the stage.

entertainment2 years ago

Severe weather disrupts Rose Bowl music festival and Cruel World performance.

Thousands of concertgoers were evacuated from the Rose Bowl during The Cruel World Music Festival due to an unexpected thunderstorm. The festival was postponed until further notice and a new rescheduled date has not been announced. The evacuation was ordered during Iggy Pop's performance after lightning was spotted near the venue. The National Weather Service warned of strong gusty winds, heavy downpours, lightning, and small hail.