Music journalism is an immersive endeavor. In order to keep up with what’s happening we at The Hard Times go to shows constantly. This rock-solid…
Early 2000s indie was a unique time- we all thought that quirky guitar riffs, danceable drum beats, and iPod commercials featuring happy-go-lucky dipshit silhouettes would…
Today I was slated to have an in-depth discussion with a Minneapolis police officer about the situation on the ground and how he feels about…
One of the best parts of working for The Hard Times is getting to sit down with all of the celebrities, punk legends, and interesting…
In this very trying time, it is important that we are able to have a rational conversation with those in charge of our future. We…
Few character actors have had as prolific of a career as the great Joe Don Baker. But who are we kidding? Unless you recently binged…
We haven’t heard new music from Korean pop sensation PSY in two years and we wanted to see what he was up to. I convinced…
From his work with 90s industrial metal band White Zombie to his movies, even that silly one with the little person playing an evil clown…
In these divided times it takes real courage to go against the grain and stand up for what you believe in. But apparently it’s been…
KANSAS CITY, Miss. — Local rabble rouser and aspiring terrorist Shaun Norris reportedly deleted all of his social media posts criticizing the Islamic State of…
There is no way to tell John Mellencamp’s story without telling my own. And if his story is really a confession of sucking on chili…
The other day The Hard Times was at a coffee shop and ahead of us in line was a real-live 40-year-old in a beanie. He…
Well, here we are, I hope you’re happy you sick fucks. It’s come to this. Jesus fucking Christ. We landed an exclusive interview with that…
Last week, we were fortunate enough to sit down with indie pop (we think?) band We the Kings to catch up on their latest tour…
Gorillas are magnificent creatures. They stand tall with powerful posture, pick their noses, and fuck in full view of a family audience in zoos. Very…