Archive for June 8th, 2012

I am Empire Recording Sophomore LP

The proliferation of bands named “I am _________” over the last couple years is not the least bit disconcerting. Yet, one of the better “I am ________” bands going today is Christian rock outfit, I am Empire. Signed to Tooth & Nail Records, I am Empire released their debut full-length, Kings, last year and many […]

Nas Unveils Shocking Cover Artwork For ‘Life Is Good’, Discusses Direction

Nas has unveiled his cover artwork for his highly-anticipated tenth studio album, Life Is Good, and already has UTG talking. This album has an official release date of July 17 through Island Def Jam. Read the interview with Rap-Up discussing the direction of this album, plus featured artists, after the jump and tell us what […]

Frank Ocean Teases New Song “Channel Orange”

Odd Future member Frank Ocean has released a teaser clip of his incredible new song “Channel Orange” and we are excited for this material. The song features a short video of the song clip, moving around the shape of a car, and announcing the song will be premiering on July 17. Stay tuned because Under […]

REST IN PEACE: Bob Welch (Fleetwood Mac)

UTG is very sad to learn that former Fleetwood Mac guitarist/vocalist Bob Welch died yesterday from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Bob Welch was Fleetwood Mac’s guitarist and vocalist from 1971 through 1974. The 66-year-old was found dead in Nashville by his wife, with a chest wound, in their home. Welch had left a suicide note […]

Refused Announce Two UK Tour Dates

Refused have been rocking out on select stages all over and fans cannot get enough. To add to the re-ignited success of these punk rockers, they have announced two new United Kingdom touring dates. The first date will find Refused playing in London at the Forum (August 13) and the second will take place at […]

STREAM: OutKast – ATLiens (Urban Noize Remix)

Florida production duo Urban Noize have returned to Under The Gun Review today to debut their remix of OutKast’s “ATLiens” and we cannot get enough. Combining the smooths flows of Andre 3000 and Big Boi, along with an unstoppable rhythm section, the duo certainly put a twist on the 1996 hit. Are you enjoying this […]