Teen Dave Grohl's Drum Skills Hint Future Rock Stardom
Video: 16-year-old Dave Grohl behind the drums shows exactly why he was destined to be a rock and roll star. https://t.co/lqTwjJ2Thd
1994: Grunge Tops Charts, Industrial Follows at #2
On this day in 1994, Soundgarden’s 'Superunknown' hits #1 on the Billboard album chart, with Nine Inch Nails’s 'The Downward Spiral' at #2. https://t.co/p23tRivNj4
Marías' “No One Noticed” Hits 1 Billion Streams
The Marías' "No One Noticed" has surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify, two years after the song slowly went viral on TikTok and got a boost from Billie Eilish singing along on Instagram. https://t.co/LfxZAlMrjN
Authentic Storytelling Beats Money for Media Coverage
The secret weapon every great artist has that gets them more media coverage than money ever could. https://t.co/UBBuwKsiTK
Can't Buy Me Love Broke Multiple Beatles Firsts
The Beatles' "Can't Buy Me Love" was... First Beatles single with 1 member on lead. First time Paul McCartney tried to write a 12-bar blues riff. First song the group recorded outside the UK. One of the first pop songs to start with the...
Phil Manzanera's Midwest “Words and Music” Showcase
Phil Manzanera brings "An Evening Of Words And Music" to the Midwest this May. A Rock & Roll Hall of Famer with a life story this rich deserves exactly this kind of platform. https://t.co/sb5LVp3qkH
WIDGET Drops Chaotic Disco‑punk Single Ahead of April Album
WIDGET charge forward with "Dogs Don’t Lie," a punchy, chaotic disco-punk cut from 'Classy Hits Vol.2.' The debut album arrives April 24, bringing their dancefloor energy straight into focus. https://t.co/6wemXiTPSL
10 Albums That Sound Like Debuts But
Think you know an artist’s debut album? From ‘Control’ to ‘Dookie,’ here are 10 albums that feel like first statements, but actually came later. https://t.co/hC42VIdpiM
TikTok Hit “Chest Pain” Goes Platinum, Hits Mainstream
Malcolm Todd's "Chest Pain (I Love)" has been certified Platinum in the United States for selling 1 million copies, proving that his viral TikTok hit has officially crossed over into mainstream success. https://t.co/IEu7xmdYq6
Tom Waits' Nighthawks: Wild Live Studio Revelations
Potato chips, a stripper, and the classified ads: explore the wild, "live" studio sessions behind Tom Waits’ 1975 classic 'Nighthawks at the Diner'. https://t.co/yixhdwGKFL
Akai MPC XL: Full‑Studio Power, No Computer Needed
Akai Professional just dropped the MPC XL, a standalone production powerhouse with an 8-core processor, 16GB RAM, 3D-sensing pads, and enough I/O to drive an entire studio. No computer required. https://t.co/RjwCb8ja0d
Dominic McLaughlin Debuts as Harry Potter, Fans Thrilled
HBO just dropped the first photo of Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter and the Wizarding World looks exactly like it should. The 2027 premiere cannot come soon enough. https://t.co/vDP8I04omc
Emerging Artists Release Music Wrong, Losing Everything
Most emerging artists are releasing music completely wrong. Here is exactly what they are getting wrong, and why it is costing them everything. https://t.co/1tHGaacLz7
Dominic Fike’s “3 Nights” Hits 3× Platinum
Dominic Fike's "3 Nights" has been certified 3x Platinum in the United States for selling 3 million copies, a massive achievement for the debut single that became a global hit reaching the top 10 in multiple countries. https://t.co/HVRvxGctJn
OneRepublic's “Apologize” Hits 5× Platinum Milestone
OneRepublic's "Apologize" has been certified 5x Platinum in the United States for selling over 5.8 million copies, a remarkable milestone for the crossover smash that once set the record for the biggest radio airplay week in Billboard Mainstream Top 40...
One Press Release Can Land Your Music on Major News
My U.S. and worldwide PR packages get your music directly onto Google News, Bing News, Yahoo News, and in front of editorial desks that matter. Your next big break could be one press release away. Let's go! Eric@ThatEricAlper.com
Harvest Music Festival Announces Star-Studded Canadian Summer Lineup
Barenaked Ladies, Graham Nash, The Beaches, Sloan, Drive-By Truckers, Blackberry Smoke, and Young The Giant are all heading to Fredericton for the 36th Harvest Music Festival, September 15-20. One of Canada's best lineups of the summer. https://t.co/PAIUdvqgSe
Robert Crumb's “Keep on Truckin’” Dominated 1970s Pop Culture
This Keep on Truckin' art by Robert Crumb was on everything back in the 70s https://t.co/BxOgkfQKya
Garth Brooks' 'Fun' Hits 2× Platinum Milestone
Garth Brooks' 'Fun' has been certified 2x Platinum in the United States for selling 2 million copies, a strong showing for the album that features collaborations with Blake Shelton and Trisha Yearwood. https://t.co/E8uTPgaDEa
Jungle Unveils Fifth Album “Sunshine” And World Tour
Jungle announce fifth album 'Sunshine' out August 14, lead single "Carry On" debuting today as BBC Radio 1's Hottest Record, and a global arena tour hitting North America, Europe, the U.K., and Australia. This is a big one. https://t.co/cRN5UdBRQu
Chance The Rapper, Father John Misty Headline Victoria Festival
Chance The Rapper, Father John Misty, and Modest Mouse headline Victoria's Phillips Backyard Music Festival on July 10-12, with Wolf Parade, Sudan Archives, Duckwrth, and more filling out three stacked nights. https://t.co/2fKtyYxhMS
Heated Rivalry Soundtrack Drops Vinyl/CD July 10
The 'Heated Rivalry' soundtrack gets a full vinyl and CD release via Milan Records on July 10, featuring Feist, Wet Leg, Wolf Parade, t.A.T.u., and Peter Peter's complete original score. Pre-orders open March 26. https://t.co/QdOk1cVKR3
Foreigner Marks 50 Years with Epic World Tour
Foreigner announce a 90-plus date 50th anniversary world tour, a Broadway-style musical, a co-headline run with Lynyrd Skynyrd, and a concert film shot on Ellis Island. Fifty years in and still one of the hardest-working bands in rock. https://t.co/HlR9DFvyaO
Garth Brooks' Christmas Album Hits 4× Platinum
Garth Brooks' 'Beyond the Season' has been certified 4x Platinum in the United States for selling 4 million copies, making it one of the best-selling Christmas albums in country music history. https://t.co/XslPmwC3tp
13 Shows That Redefined Live Music’s Possibilities
13 performances that didn't just fill venues, they changed what live music could be. From Monterey to the Super Bowl, these are the moments the stage became something else entirely. https://t.co/Q4UOS8Vjze
Disney's Live-Action Moana Trailer Drops, July 10 Release
Disney's live-action Moana has a trailer, a release date, and Catherine Laga'aia announcing herself as a serious screen presence. July 10 can't come fast enough. https://t.co/pFDeDTJA84
Song Release Is Just the Beginning, Not the End
Releasing a song is not the finish line, it is the starting point. Here is what emerging artists keep getting wrong about putting music out, and how to build real momentum. Read more: https://t.co/DhF0jOSCD0
Latto's "Sunday Service" Hits Platinum, Remix Boosts Buzz
Latto's "Sunday Service" has been certified Platinum in the United States, recognizing 1 million certified units for the fan favorite track that later got an all-star remix featuring Megan Thee Stallion and Flo Milli. https://t.co/tbJPwD8g1c
Jessie Murph's Debut Album Hits Platinum Status
Jessie Murph's debut album 'That Ain't No Man That's the Devil' has been certified Platinum in the United States, a major milestone for the rising singer-songwriter whose collaborations with Jelly Roll, Teddy Swims, and Koe Wetzel helped drive the project...
Controversial ICP Album Goes Double Platinum After Disney Ban
Insane Clown Posse's 'The Great Milenko' has been certified 2x Platinum in the United States, a remarkable achievement for an album that was pulled from shelves by Disney within hours of its 1997 release before finding a second life on...
Gaga's 'Mayhem' Marks One Year, Fifth Billboard Milestone
Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem' has hit the 1-year mark on the Billboard 200, making it her 5th album to reach that milestone as the Grammy-winning era draws to a close with her final Mayhem Ball tour date set for April 13....
Pretenders' New Album Feels Timeless, Raw, and Unexpected
Chrissie Hynde and The Pretenders came out of nowhere with a record that sounded like it had always existed. Raw. Hooky. Timeless. Here are 5 facts that’ll surprise you: https://t.co/GjLAbjU4Uw
Beatles' 1963 Debut Still Radiates Infectious Joy
This week in 1963, The Beatles released their debut album 'Please Please Me', a vibrant, infectious set bursting with energy, charm, and a sense of fun that still feels just as joyful today. https://t.co/nyoNd4sDCV
The Hives and The Chats Light Up Toronto History
Photo Gallery: The Hives And The Chats At Toronto's History On March 23, 2026 https://t.co/GTygEArZkP
Bruno Mars Scores #1, 260‑week Streak Proves Lasting Catalog
Bruno Mars debuts at #1 on the Billboard 200 with 'The Romantic' while his 2012 classic 'Unorthodox Jukebox' hits an incredible milestone of 260 weeks on the chart, proving his catalog only gets stronger with time. https://t.co/x2Tkh4MiM3
Beatles' "Golden Slumbers" Re‑enters UK Charts
The Beatles’ “Golden Slumbers” returns to the U.K.’s Official Singles Downloads chart at No. 72 and Official Singles Sales chart at No. 77, as renewed fan demand drives the classic back onto both rankings. https://t.co/xdBUsOfmFf
Copenhagen Duo Returns Strong with 100%WET Grimes Cover
100%WET's cover of Grimes' "Delete Forever" is out now via Crunchy Frog Recordings. Maximalist, emotionally charged hypergaze from a Copenhagen duo back stronger than ever after a serious health setback. https://t.co/R8ZHZ3vZVH
Heidi Curtis Debuts Powerful Single “Siren” With Momentum
Heidi Curtis' "Siren" is out now via AWAL. Powerhouse vocals, vivid songwriting, and a debut year that's already generating serious momentum. One of the UK's most compelling new voices, fully arrived. https://t.co/L6X31IoyTa
Autumn Fires Drop Infectious Pop‑Punk Single Gone By June
Autumn Fires' "Gone By June" is out now ahead of EP 'BLOOM.' via Marshall Records on February 25th. Infectious, emotionally charged pop-punk from a quintet with the instincts and the energy to go a long way. https://t.co/UN9tFsLyZh
Premier Jester Drops Retro‑Electronicore Single “Pac’d Out”
Premier Jester's "Pac'd Out" is out now. Retro-tinged electronicore with attitude, massive hooks, and a debut album on the horizon. One of the UK's most energetic new heavy acts keeps raising the bar. https://t.co/zynOjUkw1N
Junkbreed Drops “Misantrophe” Video, New Track Out
Junkbreed's video for "Misantrophe" is out now. 'Sick Of The Scene' is out now via Raging Planet. Portuguese post-hardcore built on real conviction, and one of the underground's most vital heavy acts delivering at full force. https://t.co/0MOOZjg44U
Bruno Mars' "God Was Showing Off" Lands UK #67
Bruno Mars’ “God Was Showing Off” debuts at No. 67 on the U.K.’s Official Singles chart, giving him another hit from 'The Romantic' as strong fan support keeps multiple tracks from the album on the ranking. https://t.co/akkgLwkXgp
Tinsley Ellis Releases Raw Acoustic Blues Masterpiece
Tinsley Ellis' 'Labor Of Love' is out now, thirteen original acoustic blues compositions from one of the genre's most seasoned and soulful voices. Raw, honest, and built to last. https://t.co/JMB9e9Aeq7
Medieval Tavern Remix Turns Bon Jovi’s Hook Into Folk Triumph
Algal the Bard's Medieval tavern cover of Bon Jovi's "Livin' on a Prayer" is out now. Bouzouki, whistle, lute-guitar, and one of rock's greatest hooks. It works better than it has any right to. https://t.co/GBC9YMlyjn
Resale Price Caps Look Simple, But Market Complexity Awaits Ford
A cap on resale prices sounds simple. The market it is up against is anything but. Here is what the Ford government is walking into. https://t.co/9SkPlMvsgj
Olivia Dean's "Man I Need" Sets
Olivia Dean’s "Man I Need" earns an 18th week at #1 on Australia’s ARIA Singles Chart, becoming the second-longest running #1 since 1983 and surpassing both "Stay" and "Ordinary," which each spent 17 weeks on top.
Canada’s Social Media & Marketing Jobs Hiring Now
New jobs just dropped. Social media, marketing, media buying, and more roles across Canada are hiring right now. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to apply, this is it. Browse the full list now. https://t.co/hswAhZliaW
SiriusXM Show Features Legendary Rockers and Rising Star
My SiriusXM show: Interviews with legendary rockers The Romantics and 54-40, Chris Entwisle, author of ‘The Visual Language of Prestige Records,’ and rising star Irish Millie. Sat 8am & 2pm, Sun 12pm, Wed 2pm & 7pm (all ET), Channel 167...
Rock ’N’ Roll Debuted on Screen 71 Years Ago
71 years ago today, rock and roll hit the big screen. Blackboard Jungle premiered in New York City, opening with Bill Haley & His Comets’ "Rock Around the Clock," the first time rock and roll powered a major film and...
Glam Rock's Glitter Revolution: 10 Must‑Hear Anthems
Glam rock was a glitter-fueled revolution. From Bowie to Bolan, Sweet to Suzi, here are 10 of the best glam rock songs that prove more is always more. 🎸✨ https://t.co/Cbm2oYtSWg