Jordan Blum

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Energy Editor at Fortune

Energy Editor for Fortune. Former Houston Chronicle, S&P Global, The Advocate, Hart Energy. New Orleans native, Horned Frog. Roots for purple, black and gold.

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Why Shinedown's Zach Myers Defends Using Backing Tracks During Concerts

5 days ago | loudwire.com | Jordan Blum

YouTube: American Musical Supply / Davyd Kopych, iStock/Getty Images PlusSHARETWEETOne of the hottest debates within the modern rock and metal scene(s) is whether it’s okay for bands to use backing tracks throughout live shows. In a new interview with American Musical Supply, Shinedown guitarist Zach Myers defended bands using backing tracks during concerts, citing a specific legendary rock act as proof of why it’s acceptable.
Shinedown's Zach Myers Defends Using Backing Tracks in Concert

5 days ago | flipboard.com | Jordan Blum

"Who cares? Queen did it, so shut up." Continue reading…
Why Shinedown's Zach Myers Defends Using Backing Tracks During Concerts

5 days ago | wgrd.com | Jordan Blum

Why Shinedown’s Zach Myers Defends Using Backing Tracks During ConcertsWhy Shinedown’s Zach Myers Defends Using Backing Tracks During ConcertsYouTube: American Musical Supply / Davyd Kopych, iStock/Getty Images PlusSHARETWEETOne of the hottest debates within the modern rock and metal scene(s) is whether it’s okay for bands to use backing tracks throughout live shows.
Bonnaroo Organizers Now Offering Full Refunds Amid Backlash, Not Announcing Future Plans

5 days ago | loudwire.com | Jordan Blum

Josh Brasted, WireImage / Douglas Mason, WireImageSHARETWEETThis year’s Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival – which was set to take place from June 12 to June 15 at The Farm in Manchester, TN – was unexpectedly canceled on June 13 due to severe weather conditions (with organizers offering a 75% refund to all 4-day ticket holders). After receiving backlash over that initial response, organizers have now upped the refund to 100% and revealed that they’re not announcing any future plans.
What the Iran/Israel conflict means for U.S. energy prices going forward

1 week ago | hallaback.com | Jordan Blum

Jordan Blum is the Energy editor at Fortune, overseeing coverage of a growing global energy sector for oil and gas, transition businesses, renewables, and critical minerals.
Here's why oil markets are relatively muted from the Israel-Iran conflict

1 week ago | fortune.com | Jordan Blum

The U.S. oil benchmark hovered around $71 per barrel on June 16—about where it started the year—but up roughly 9% from a week prior. The current price tag is considered a relatively healthy value—profitable for most oil producers without creating particularly high fuel prices.
The Heaviest Song by 5 Big Prog Metal Bands

1 week ago | wgrd.com | Jordan Blum

The Heaviest Song by 5 Big Prog Metal BandsThe Heaviest Song by 5 Big Prog Metal BandsMikka Skaffari/Film Magic, Getty Images / Theo Wargo, Getty images / Inside Out Music / Century Media RecordsSHARETWEETHere is the heaviest song from five big progressive metal bands!By their very nature – and regardless of how “proggy” they get along the way – every progressive metal group knows how to deliver enjoyably destructive tunes when the mood strikes.
The Heaviest Song by 5 Big Prog Metal Bands

1 week ago | loudwire.com | Jordan Blum

Mikka Skaffari/Film Magic, Getty Images / Theo Wargo, Getty images / Inside Out Music / Century Media RecordsSHARETWEETHere is the heaviest song from five big progressive metal bands!By their very nature – and regardless of how “proggy” they get along the way – every progressive metal group knows how to deliver enjoyably destructive tunes when the mood strikes.
Tom Morello + Evanescence's Amy Lee Join Nationwide 'No Kings' Protests

1 week ago | loudwire.com | Jordan Blum

Taylor Hill, Getty Images for Boston Calling / nokings/org / Michael Loccisano, Getty Images for Live Nation SHARE TWEET Yesterday (June 14), people from across the country took part in the nationwide “No Kings” protests that arose in response to Donald Trump’s birthday/military parade in Washington, D.C. The protests occurred in several major cities – as well as online – and amongst the countless citizens participating were former Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello and...
Tom Morello + Evanescence's Amy Lee Join Nationwide 'No Kings' Protests

1 week ago | wgrd.com | Jordan Blum

Tom Morello + Evanescence’s Amy Lee Join Nationwide ‘No Kings’ Protests Tom Morello + Evanescence’s Amy Lee Join Nationwide ‘No Kings’ Protests Taylor Hill, Getty Images for Boston Calling / nokings/org / Michael Loccisano, Getty Images for Live Nation SHARE TWEET Yesterday (June 14), people from across the country took part in the nationwide “No Kings” protests that arose in response to Donald Trump’s birthday/military parade in Washington, D.C. The protests occurred in several major cities...