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Muse Bassist Chris Wolstenholme Shares Thoughts on '2nd Law,' Personal Demons, Band Credibility + More

Dave Kim — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 23:06:33 +0000

U.K. rockers Muse have become one of the biggest bands in the world, selling out arenas on a regular basis. After releasing their sixth studio album The 2nd Law late last year, the trio have embarked on a worldwide tour in support of the record. Bassist Christopher Wolstenholme shared his thoughts on fans' early perception of The 2nd Law, singing lead for the first time and more in an exclusive interview with GRD.

Muse Cancel Concerts After Matt Bellamy Breaks Foot

Joe Robinson — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 03:00:30 +0000

Muse have cancelled three concerts on their European tour after frontman Matt Bellamy broke two bones in his foot. The band revealed the news yesterday (Nov. 29) after Bellamy tweeted, "Ouch! Broke my foot..." The post also featured an X-ray of his damaged foot.

Muse Named 'Best Act in the World Today' at Q Magazine Awards

Joe Robinson — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 18:50:59 +0000

Muse have landed the top honor at the Q magazine Awards 2012, as the British trio bested the likes of Coldplay, Lady Gaga and the Stone Roses to be named Best Act in the World Today during a ceremony held on Monday (Oct. 22) in London, England. Muse led an impressive list of Q Awards winners that also included Blur, Bobby Womack, Keane, Pulp, Johnny Marr and Killers frontman Brandon Flowers.

Muse Cover Prince's 'Sign o' the Times' [Listen]

Joe Robinson — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 02:02:57 +0000

Muse certainly explored new sonic territories with their recent dubstep-inspired track 'Unsustainable,' and now the British rockers drift even further from their original, um, muse with a cover of Prince's 'Sign o' the Times,' recorded earlier today at the BBC’s Radio One Live Lounge.

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Muse's "Hysteria" Voted Best Bassline Ever

Dave Kim — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:49:57 +0000

Sometimes bass players can be the most under-appreciated member of a band. Just because a lot of songs don’t have an outrageous bass solo doesn’t mean bassists are any less important. A recent poll seems to share my sentiment and has named Muse’s “Hysteria” the best bassline of all time. MusicRadar (via NME) asked fans which song [...]

Foo Fighters, Eminem, Muse to Headline Lollapalooza 2011

Dave Kim — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 13:38:26 +0000

The rumors are true! As previously reported, Foo Fighters, Eminem and Muse will headline an impressive lineup for this year's Lollapalooza in Chicago, which takes place August 5-7 at Grant Park. Over 120 bands will help celebrate the 20th anniversary of the festival.

Muse To Record New Album This Year

Dave Kim — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:28:17 +0000

U.K. rockers Muse revealed that they will start recording their new album this year in London. It will also be the first time all the band members have lived in the same place in 12 years. Speaking to BBC 6Music (via Spinner), frontman Matt Bellamy says the group will start work on the new record [...]

Muse, Them Crooked Vultures, Green Day, More Win Grammys

Dave Kim — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 17:54:18 +0000

Many rock acts had reason to celebrate after Sunday night’s (February 13) Grammy Awards. Muse, supergroup Them Crooked Vultures, Green Day, and others picked up trophies during the ceremony. Muse won “Best Rock Album” for The Resistance, beating out Pearl Jam, Tom Petty, Jeff Beck, and Neil Young. Them Crooked Vultures nabbed the “Best Hard [...]

Eminem, Muse, Foo Fighters Rumored To Headline Lollapalooza

Dave Kim — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 17:58:47 +0000

This year’s Lollapalooza festival could have some heavy headliners, including Eminem, Muse, and Foo Fighters. At least that’s what the Chicago Tribune wants us to believe. According to Greg Kot, who writes the “Turn It Up” blog for the Chicago Tribune, reliable industry sources are confirming that Slim Shady will make a trip to Grant [...]

Ozzy, Muse, Paramore and Alice Chains receive Grammy nods

Dave Kim — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 17:11:02 +0000

Ozzy Osbourne, Muse, Paramore, and Alice In Chains are all nominated for next year’s Grammy Awards. Muse nabbed three nominations including Best Rock Performance and Best Rock album for The Resistance. Ozzy, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, Stone Temple Pilots and Them Crooked Vultures will battle it out for Best Hard Rock Performance award. Main [...]