On-Air: Middays
Chris Atticus has worked in radio for over twenty years and serves as the host of the Mid-day show on 102.9 The Buzz.
He is a native Tennessean, born and raised in Memphis where he got his start in radio at the age of eighteen. After eight years on the air in the “Birthplace of Rock ‘N Roll,” he traveled East on I-40 to Nashville which he now calls home.
He enjoys all forms of music, the outdoors, hiking, biking, and exploring. Chris loves spending time with his wife and dog at Percy Priest Lake, and eating pizza as much as possible. Oh, and if you mention Star Trek.. watch out!!
ATTICUS POSTS
Pulp Return With First Album in 24 Years, 'More,' Share Lead Single, "Spike Island"
Britpop legends Pulp just announced their first album in 24 years, More, which is set to be released on June 6 via Rough Trade. The band also shared lead single, "Spike Island," along with a music video directed by frontman Jarvis Cocker. The 11-track ...
Apr 11, 2025
Depeche Mode Releasing Concert Film Capturing 'Memento Mori' Shows In Mexico City
On Thursday (April 10), Depeche Mode announced the upcoming release of Depeche Mode: M, a feature-length concert film documenting their electrifying shows in Mexico City during the Memento Mori Tour. Directed by Fernando Frias, the film showcases the b...
Apr 11, 2025
Billy Idol And Drew Barrymore Look Back On Their Club Days Together In The 1980s
Billy Idol and Drew Barrymore reminisced about their vibrant nights in the 1980s New York City club scene during his appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show on Tuesday (April 8). The duo reflected on their shared experiences, including adventures at icon...
Apr 11, 2025
Creed Reveals Lineup For 2026 'Summer Of '99 Cruise'
Creed just announced their lineup for the 2026 'Summer of '99 Cruise,' which will feature 3 Doors Down, Collective Soul, Living Colour, Filter, and more. The rock and roll expedition will set sail from Miami on April 17 on the Norwegian Joy luxury line...
Apr 11, 2025
Weezer Still Planning To Perform At Coachella Despite Shooting And Arrest Of Bassist's Wife
Despite a dramatic incident on Tuesday (April 8) involving the shooting and arrest of Jillian Lauren Shriner, the wife of Weezer's bass player Scott Shriner, the band remains determined to perform at Coachella this Saturday (April 12). A source with ti...
Apr 11, 2025
Flaming Lips' Wayne Coyne Says Billy Corgan Was A "Raging A**hole" During Lollapalooza Tour
Billy Corgan caused plenty of animosity while The Smashing Pumpkins headlined Lollapalooza in 1994, as detailed in the new book, LOLLAPALOOZA: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock's Wildest Festival. Originally slated as Nirvana's replacement after...
Apr 10, 2025
Slash Declares That He "Will No Longer Be Active" On X/Twitter
On Tuesday (April 8), Slash announced his departure from X/Twitter due to repeated hacks and a desire to change his communication methods. The Guns N' Roses guitarist directed fans to instead follow him on other social platforms like Instagram, TikTok,...
Apr 10, 2025
Green Day Announce 'Saviors' Deluxe Edition, Share New Song, "Smash It Like Belushi"
On Wednesday (April 9), Green Day announced that they will be releasing an expanded deluxe edition of their 2024 album, Saviors, on May 23rd through Reprise Records. The deluxe edition, dubbed Saviors (édition de luxe), includes five new studio songs -...
Apr 10, 2025
Sex Pistols Dedicate Performance To Blondie Drummer Clem Burke, A "Friend Of The Lads"
The Sex Pistols dedicated their show in Sydney, Australia on Tuesday (April 8) to the late Blondie drummer Clem Burke. The punk legends have been touring with former Gallows vocalist Frank Carter as their frontman, and the singer took a moment to pay t...
Apr 10, 2025
Trailer For 'Metallica Saved My Life' Documentary Premieres, Celebrating Four Decades Of Band Fandom
In the just released teaser trailer for the new documentary, Metallica Saved My Life, fans of the heavy metal band share their personal and powerful stories, celebrating the deep connection and sense of community formed through their love of Metallica'...
Apr 10, 2025
Wife Of Weezer Bassist Scott Shriner Shot By Police, Charged With Attempted Murder
Weezer bassist Scott Shriner's wife, Jillian Lauren, was charged with attempted murder after firing a gun during a police manhunt in Los Angeles. Police were searching for three suspects when Lauren emerged from her home and began firing her weapon, po...
Apr 10, 2025
Amy Winehouse, Elton John, 'Hamilton' Lead List Of Music Added To Library Of Congress' National Recording Registry
It was announced on Wednesday (April 9) that twenty-five sound recordings, including Amy Winehouse's Back to Black, Elton John's Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, and the Hamilton Original Cast Album, have been inducted into the Library of Congress' National ...
Apr 10, 2025
Breaking Benjamin And Three Days Grace Announce 2025 US Co-Headlining Tou
On Tuesday (April 8), Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace announced the dates and details of their co-headlining 2025 US tour, with support coming from Los Angeles alt-rock band Return to Dust. The 25-date trek will hit arenas and amphitheaters thro...
Apr 09, 2025
Perry Farrell Tried To Keep "Boy Band" Green Day Off 1994 Lollapalooza Lineup
A newly published book, LOLLAPALOOZA: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock's Wildest Festival, by Richard Bienstock and Tom Beaujour, recounts some wild stories from Lolla's past, including festival founder Perry Farrell's fight to keep Green Day o...
Apr 09, 2025
Arcade Fire Announces New Album, 'Pink Elephant,' Shares Lead Single, "Year Of The Snake"
On Tuesday (April 8), Arcade Fire announced the upcoming release of their seventh studio album, Pink Elephant, which is set to arrive on May 9, along with sharing the lead single, "Year of the Snake." The album features 10 tracks recorded at Win Butler...
Apr 09, 2025
Metallica Partners With American Red Cross To Set Up Blood Drives On Upcoming Tour
On Monday (April 7), Metallica announced that they have partnered with the American Red Cross on their upcoming M72 World Tour to encourage fans to donate blood at selected tour stops during this spring and summer. Organized by the band's All Within My...
Apr 09, 2025
Blink-182 Announce 2025 'Missionary Impossible' Tour With Alkaline Trio
On Tuesday (April 8), Blink-182 announced the dates and details of their upcoming Missionary Impossible Tour, where the SoCal pop punk trio will bring their infectious hits to arenas across the United States this fall. The 20-date tour will kick off in...
Apr 09, 2025
Original Beatles' Drummer Pete Best Announces His Retirement From Performing
Pete Best, the original drummer of The Beatles who performed with the band in the early 1960s, has announced his retirement from appearances and performances due to what his daughter calls "personal circumstances." News of Best's retirement was reveale...
Apr 09, 2025
Don Dokken Reveals That He Will Most Likely Play His Final Dokken Concert "Within The Year"
In a new interview with Cassius Morris, Don Dokken reflected about why Dokken's 2023 album, Heaven Comes Down, will be their last, and how he's ready to finally retire from performing live due to recent health issues. "I feel after 50 years and 13 reco...
Apr 08, 2025
Bruce Dickinson Is Planning Another Solo Album, Reissuing 'Balls To Picasso' This Summer
During a recent Instagram Live session with Z2 Comics, Iron Maiden singer Bruce Dickinson surprised fans by announcing plans for a new solo album following the release of The Mandrake Project in 2024. The heavy metal legend hinted at a quicker turnarou...
Apr 08, 2025
