Paolo Ragusa

New York

Associate Editor at Consequence

Associate Editor at Modern Drummer

not the international pop sensation that betrayed Lizzie McGuire, I swear. Associate Editor @Consequence. he/him

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Articles

The Smashing Pumpkins Detail 25th Anniversary Machina Vinyl Reissues

1 day ago | consequence.net | Paolo Ragusa

The Smashing Pumpkins are commemorating the 25th anniversary of their pair of 2000 albums, Machina/The Machines of God and Machina II/The Friends & Enemies of Modern Music, with extensive new vinyl reissues arriving on August 22nd. In addition to remastered editions of both albums, Billy Corgan’s Madame Zuzu’s tea shop in Highland Park, Illinois is exclusively offering a special 80-song vinyl box set.
Lorde's Virgin Is Introspective, Honest, But Missing That Lasting Punch: Review

1 day ago | consequence.net | Paolo Ragusa

“Last year was bad,” Lorde sings at the opening of “Broken Glass” on her fourth album Virgin. That bad year has led Lorde to unravel again, though this time less in a less spectacular fashion than her still-beloved 2017 offering Melodrama. Instead, Virgin playfully oscillates between subtlety and directness, between heightened emotion and the numbing dread that follows. It’s a Lorde album, through and through; though this time, the magic is a little harder to find.
Bob Dylan Performs "The Times They Are a-Changin'" For the First Time in 15 Years

2 days ago | consequence.net | Paolo Ragusa

Bob Dylan revived a classic during his show in Tennessee on Wednesday night, performing “The Times They Are a-Changin'” for the first time in 15 years. The performance took place during Dylan and Willie Nelson’s “Outlaw Music Festival Tour” stop at the FirstBank Ampitheater in Franklin, Tennessee. The last time Dylan had performed the 1964 track was during an event at the White House in 2010 that celebrated the music from the civil rights movement.
The Grateful Dead Movie Coming to Theaters and IMAX for 60th Anniversary

2 days ago | consequence.net | Paolo Ragusa

The Grateful Dead’s 1977 concert film The Grateful Dead Movie is heading to theaters and IMAX in celebration of the group’s 60th anniversary this summer. The newly-remastered documentary will first make its IMAX debut in 60 theaters across North American as an exclusive preview on August 13th, followed by a wide release on August 14th.
The Grateful Dead Movie Coming to Theaters and IMAX for 60th Anniversary

2 days ago | flipboard.com | Paolo Ragusa

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Billy Joel Documentary And So It Goes to Debut on HBO Max on July 18th

3 days ago | consequence.net | Paolo Ragusa

After the first part of the new Billy Joel documentary Billy Joel: And So It Goespremiered at Tribeca Film Festival this month, HBO Max has confirmed that both parts will arrive on the platform next month, with part one debuting on July 18th and part two following on July 25th. The documentary captures the highs and lows of Joel’s life and career, delving into his various hit singles and albums, relationships, and health struggles.
Jack White Announces New Book of Collected Lyrics and Selected Writings

4 days ago | consequence.net | Paolo Ragusa

Jack White has announced a new book titled Jack White Collected Lyrics and Selected Writings Volume 1. As its title suggests, the book contains a compilation of lyrics written by White over the course of his career outside of his work with The White Stripes. The package includes lyrics written with his bands The Racounteurs and The Dead Weather as well from his most recent album, 2024’s No Name. The collection also features rare, exclusive photos and selected poems and writing by White.
Franz Ferdinand Recruit Johnny Marr for New Version of "Build It Up": Stream

4 days ago | consequence.net | Paolo Ragusa

Franz Ferdinand have unveiled two revamped tracks that appeared on their 2025 album The Human Fear: A new version of “Build It Up” with Johnny Marr on guitar and a live rendition of “Hooked” recorded live at Glasgow’s Barrowlands featuring Master Peace. Franz Ferdinand recently busted out “Build It Up” alongside Marr for an Amazon Music Live City Sessions performance, so the group decided to bring Marr into the studio for a recorded version.
Cage the Elephant Announce Fall 2025 Tour Dates

4 days ago | flipboard.com | Paolo Ragusa

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Cage the Elephant Announce Fall 2025 Tour Dates

4 days ago | consequence.net | Paolo Ragusa

Cage the Elephant have announced a new stretch of fall 2025 US tour dates. The new headlining shows take place in October and arrive in the midst of a busy festival season for Cage the Elephant, with appearances to come this fall at Bourbon & Beyond, Shakey Knees, Ohana Fest, and Austin City Limits. Cage the Elephant are also hitting the road with Oasis in August and September, opening for the reunited group in Toronto, Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and Mexico City.