[img=073011_mikefenderinterview.jpg]This summer, Fender.com sat down with Mike Dirnt to talk to him about a spectrum of things. They get Mike on the record about everything from Cigarettes and Valentines to his diner, Rudy's Can't Fail Cafe. Mike opens up about his feelings regarding American Idiot, and even brags about Green Day's supremacy over all other bands.

When talking about his own goals and ambitions in life, MIke had this to say:
I think because I was adopted I have this sense of always needing to prove that who I am and what I do matter," says Dirnt. "I don't want to leave any stone unturned, and I guess I feel like I need to stake my claim no matter what it is I'm doing. If I was selling vacuum cleaners, you better believe I'd be the best damn vacuum cleaner seller on the planet.


You can read the whole article over on Fender.com by clicking here, it is really worth taking a few minutes to read.

Thanks to Jules M. for sending this news.
[img=073011_rollingstone.jpg]Rolling Stone just put out a new poll for their Facebook and Twitter followers. They want to know who the best punk band of all time is. Well, it's Green Day, of course. The answer is obvious isn't it? Yes, Ok ... read story
In the most recent issue of Kerrang Magazine, Billie Joe is featured in the magazine's "30 Amazing Facts" section celebrating Kerrang's 30th anniversary. Only 29 of the 30 facts are correct and if you can pick out what one is the false ... read story
[turl=http://www.greendayauthority.com/merch/item/40/][img=072811_picks.jpg][/turl] Just a quick reminder to let you guys know that our 'Fuck' picks are [turl=http://www.greendayauthority.com/merch/item/40/]still available[/turl]. Right now ... read story
[img=070111_kyle.jpg]Last month [turl=http://www.greendayauthority.com/news/2367/]we wrote about[/turl] a teenager battling brain cancer who's last wish was to meet his favorite musicians, Green Day, Linkin Park and Ozzy Osbourne. When we ... read story
Earlier this month, Adeline Records announced the release of the Network's Money Money 2020 on vinyl. Well, for those of you that pre-ordered the bundle, (which should have begun shipping yesterday) Adeline is sending you the vinyl as well ... read story
[img=072611_bobinterview.jpg]Back in March the UK television network, Sky, did a special documentary on photographer Bob Gruen. Bob is known internationally for his work with punk and rock stars such as The Who, John Lennon, Led Zeppelin, ... read story
As we posted last week, Adeline Records was selling a limited grey pressing of the 7" 'Minority' single. Weren't lucky enough to get one before they sold out? Well, you have a chance at winning one from GDA. Follow us on Twitter ( ... read story
[img=072611_mikeshoe1.jpg]Mike Dirnt has once again collaborated with Macbeth to create another shoe for his line. The shoe (pictured at the right) is grey/black and is made with vegan materials. It will be available in the Fall 2011 lineup ... read story
Hello Green Day Authority. I'm Dylan, and I was just added to the GDA Team as a writer/editor. You can also find me on the forum as stjimmy31295. I'll mainly be working with Amanda and Andres on Editorial projects, but I'll also be ... read story
[img=072011_aaf.jpg]A final reminder to submit your entry for our cover song contest which ends on Wednesday night. Two weeks ago, we started accepting covers of either a Green Day, The Network, or Foxboro Hot Tubs song, with the winning ... read story
On behalf of the entire GDA team, I'd like to wish our founder and co-owner, Courtney, a very happy birthday! Have a great day Courtney ... read story
[img=072411_sideproject.jpg]Late last month, we put up a poll asking if people would like to see Billie Joe star in the purposed American Idiot movie. We received just over 9,000 votes and an overwhelming majority (82%) of voters said yes ... read story
[img=072411_gda4.jpg] Cracked.com recently did a segment listing five classic rock songs "that suck." "Good Riddance" topped the list because of "the fact that 14 year old girls all over the world love this song and want to put it in iMovie ... read story
[img=041911_seize.jpg]As mentioned earlier in the week, we have another contest for you. We just can't stop giving stuff away at the moment! Now you have the opportunity to win a copy of Niki Lee's book 'Seize The Green Day' - the story ... read story
< Older
Page 1
Follow @gdauthority on Threads
Upcoming Tour Dates
Forum Topic
Mexico City, Mexico
Nov. 15, 2024
View All Tour Dates