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Watch: New Jane’s Addiction Video for “Underground”

March 25th, 2012

Check out Jane’s Addiction’s new music video for their song ”Underground”.  The tantalizing video, directed by Robert Hales, showcases the band playing at a strange, occult gathering.  More details after the jump.

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By Carey Uhl Posted in News

Eric Avery Completes Solo Album

December 28th, 2011

Eric Avery, the former bassist from Jane’s Addiction, has just reported that his solo record is about finished up.  Though he no longer plays with Jane’s Addiction, he is still creating thoughtful, deeply atmospheric music.

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Jane’s Addiction – The Great Escape Artist

December 20th, 2011

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Not Quite Shocking Enough

What made Jane’s Addiction essential 20-plus years ago was not the music alone; it was the tapestry interwoven among the instruments, the melodies, the sonic explorations and textures, and the words of Perry Farrell. Perry Farrell was a man in love: in love with youth, in love with bohemia, in love with drugs, in love with life. Their gestalt reflected an overwhelming compulsion to express. Nothing’s Shocking and Ritual de lo Habitual transcend their medium; the song “Three Days” is as indispensible a piece of American art as any Wyeth painting. Read more…

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Lineup Announced for 2012 Lollapalooza Chile and Lollapalooza Brazil Festivals

November 21st, 2011

Lollapalooza, the 20-year-old festival founded by Jane’s Addiction frontman, Perry Farrell, has just announced festival lineups for both Brazil and Chile.  This year marks the first-ever Lollapalooza Brazil, taking place at the Jockey Club in São Paulo April 7-8, 20012.  The second edition of Lollapalooza Chile is set in O’Higgins Park in Santiago March 31-April 1, 2012.

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Jane’s Addiction Returns to John Anson Ford Theater

September 21st, 2011

The current line up of Janes Addiction–featuring frontman Perry Farrell, guitarist Dave Navarro and drummer Stephen Perkins, along with Chris Chaney on bass–are playing at John Anson Ford Theater October 3 and 4 in support of their newest effort, The Great Escape, in partnership with Citi. Read more…

By Dan Newman Posted in News

Jane’s Addiction Announce Two-Night Stands in Support of The Great Escape Artist

September 8th, 2011

Following the release of a video for “Irresistible Force” from their upcoming album, The Great Escape Artist, last week, Jane’s Addiction announced this week that they will perform a series of two-night stands beginning late this month. Read more…

By Nick Vadala Posted in News

Jane’s Addiction Debut New Track With TVOTR’s David Sitek

August 4th, 2011

Jane’s Addiction premier a new track off their new album The Great Escape Artist featuring David Sitek on bass?

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Jane’s Addiction: New Single Debut, Album Release, Fall Tour

July 26th, 2011

On August 2, Jane’s Addiction will debut their brand new single “Irresistible Force” on KROQ FM’s “The Kevin and Bean Show.” The single comes off of their highly anticipated latest album The Great Escape Artist, set to hit stores on Tuesday, September 27. Read more…

By Asia Smith Posted in News

Jane’s Addiction to Release The Great Escape Artist on September 27

July 16th, 2011

Beloved alternative rock outfit Jane’s Addiction recently revealed more details regarding their upcoming Capitol records LP, The Great Escape Artist, including a release date. More info after the jump. Read more…

By Nick Vadala Posted in News

Members of Mastodon, Jane’s Addiction, Mars Volta, and Dillinger Escape Plan Come Together to Form New Band

June 14th, 2011

An epic band is formed when members of Mastodon, Jane’s Addiction, Mars Volta, and Dillinger Escape Plan join forces. Read more…

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