WYWA: New Guns N’ Roses, KMFDM’s New LP, RIP POORSTACY, And More
While You Were Away is back from the Thanksgiving break! We’re refreshed, full, and ready to bring you the music news you didn’t have enough time to keep up with. This week, we’re checking out new music from Guns N’ Roses and KMFDM, plus remembering POORSTACY, and more. Catch up on all the music news you missed after the jump.
Guns N’ Roses release two new songs
Guns N’ Roses have shared two new songs – “Nothin'” and “Atlas.” The band previously teased that new music would drop on Tuesday, December 2nd, but they actually arrived two days later.
Similar to previous singles “The General” and “Perhaps,” the new song’s origins are believed to come from sessions for the band’s 2008 album Chinese Democracy. Like the previous tracks, “Nothin'” and “Atlas” were re-recorded with Slash and Duff McKagen, who were not in the band at the time of the original demos.
Stream the new songs below.
KMFDM announce new album ‘ENEMY’
KMFDM have announced their new album, ENEMY, out February 6th via Metropolis Records. The band’s 24th album spans 11 tracks and includes lead single “Oubliette,” which is set to drop on Friday, December 12th.
The lineup featured on ENEMY features Sascha “Käpt’n K” Konietzko, Lucia Cifarelli, percussionist Andy Selway, plus London guitarist Tidor Nieddu. Sascha’s daughter, Annabella Konietzko, also appears on the album.
Pre-order ENEMY here.
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Emo rapper POORSTACY dies at 26
POORSTACY, emo rapper who collaborated with rockers Bring Me the Horizon and Travis Barker, has died at 26 years old.
The news was confirmed by Palm Beach Country Medical Examiner. Though no cause of death has been revealed, TMZ reports authorities were called to a hotel in Boca Raton, Florida on Saturday, November 29th, over a medical emergency. The rapper, whose real name Carlito Milfort Jr., was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. At the time, he was staying with Nicole Grikstas, who has since been arrested on a child neglect charge.
POORSTACY broke out of the underground rap scene in 2020 with The Breakfast Club, followed by Party at the Cemetery. Earlier this year, he released new songs “Last Time Around,” Nothing belongs to you,” and “Parasite.” Our thoughts go out to his family and friends during this difficult time.
Refused to livestream final gig
Refused have announced a special livestream of their final-ever performance. The punk legends will play one last time in their hometown of Umeå, Sweden, on December 21st. Those who can’t make it in person will be able to watch the show live via Kiswe.
“This final year has been nothing short of amazing,” says frontman Dennis Lyxzén. “We’ve played some of the best shows of our entire life. But, as with anything there are plenty of countries, cities, venues and people that we didn’t have the time to get to.
“Here is a final chance for you all to get to us: the final show in Umeå will be livestreamed for the whole world to see and we are inviting you to be a part of the festivities. Not only do you get to witness the final Refused show ever, but you also get to see our friends in Abhinanda tear it up. You get to see me and David make fools of ourselves with the first Final Exit show in 18 years, and as a bonus you can check out some contemporary Umeå hardcore with Nix and Dream Warriors.
“So, what are you waiting for?! Don’t miss this chance to hang out with us one final time. All for the cheap price of 15 USD / 11 GBP / 13 EUR / 145 SEK. See you on the 21st of December.”
Get tickets here.
Tours on sale this week
Amyl and the Sniffers will embark on a North American tour next summer. The tour starts June 4th in Toronto, Ontario, and runs through June 20th with a show in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 12th at 10 AM local time. A pre-sale starts Tuesday, December 9th at 10 AM local time. Get the details here.
LCD Soundsystem have announced a Chicago residency set for March 2026. The four-show run will take place at Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom from March 5th to March 8th. First access tickets will be available via an artist pre-sale starting Tuesday, December 9th. Sign up here. General on-sale starts Friday, December 12th at 10 AM local time. See all the dates here.
Jimmy Eat World will celebrate the 25th anniversary of their seminal album, Bleed American, with three massive UK shows. The band will play Halifax, Cardiff, and London in August 2026. Special guests include Jay Som (London and Cardiff only), Rise Against, and The Get Up Kids. Tickets are on sale now.
Evanescence will hit the road next year with special guests K.Flay, Nova Twins, Spiritbox, and Poppy on select dates. The tour starts in North America, kicking off June 11th in West Palm Beach, Florida, followed by the UK/European leg in September. The outing concludes on October 26th in Morrison, Colorado. See all the dates here.
