With World Painted Blood, Slayer's new album out Nov. 3, the Huntington Park, CA, quartet tried out some new tricks -- including writing a song from the perspective of a woman for the first time ever!

Mulled cider, twill blazers, Kings of Convenience -- some things just go with autumn. Starting with the 2001 release of their cheekily-titled debut, Quiet is the New Loud, Norwegians Erlend Øye (the red-headed one) and Eirik Glambek Bøe have consistently crafted warm acoustic folk that gently breaks hearts and brings smiles in equal measure.

Despite its sadly abbreviated history, Nirvana was responsible for some amazing live moments -- the acoustic set captured on MTV Unplugged in New York; Kurt and Krist sealing their first SNL appearance with a kiss; a performance at the 1992 Reading Festival where Kurt came on stage in a wheelchair as a goof and then delivered a fiery, intense show.

When it comes to feuds with other pop stars, Lily Allen is relentless.

Scott Weiland has landed the lead role in a new romantic comedy video -- and its soundtrack kicks ass!

For the music video for the sometime Stone Temple Pilot's solo song "Tangle With Your Mind," the 41-year-old rocker acts in an uber cute tale of boy-meets-girl. Check out the video below.

Fran Healy, singer/songwriter for the Scottish alt-rock band Travis, recently stopped by SPIN's lower Manhattan office to preview his acoustic tour (which runs through November). The tour features stripped-down versions of Travis favorites and rarities.