Chris Rainbow's 1979 Track Debuts on Billboard After Death
More than a decade after his death, Chris Rainbow makes his Billboard Hot 100 debut as "Be Like a Woman," a 1979 deep cut, enters at #94 with 3.4 million U.S. streams. https://t.co/6zWwwRFgdD
Bruce Hornsby Marks 40‑Year Billboard Run with New Album
Bruce Hornsby extends his Billboard chart run to nearly 40 years as "Indigo Park" debuts on Adult Alternative Airplay. The new album also opens with 2,000 copies sold in its first week. https://t.co/xKeAhu3qYm
Your Email List Outlasts Fickle Platform Algorithms
Every platform changes its algorithm. Every app can disappear overnight. Why your email list is still one of the most valuable things you own as an artist: https://t.co/xPTc9zM3q8
Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” Marks 20 Weeks #1
Ella Langley’s "Choosin’ Texas" earns a milestone 20th week at #1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart, with 26.6 million streams, 42.4 million in radio audience, and 9,000 sold. https://t.co/antFeHcjOV
LEGO Coffee Factory Automates Your Morning Brew
Someone built a LEGO Coffee Factory that takes your order on a smartphone app, brews it through a Keurig, disposes of the pod, and puts the lid on. Mornings just got an upgrade. https://t.co/ltZi3Ddh0T
Bruno Mars's 2013 BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend Set Streams
Bruno Mars shut down BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in 2013 with one of the most purely entertaining festival headline sets you'll find anywhere. The full Londonderry performance is streaming now: https://t.co/qlZnfxo1EA
Arctic Monkeys Dominate NOS Alive 2023, Full Set Streaming
Video: Arctic Monkeys owned NOS Alive 2023 from the first note to the last. The full headline set, spanning every era of their catalog, is streaming now : https://t.co/wrb3u4HCAE
Linkin Park Returns After Seven Years with New Singer
Video: Linkin Park's first performance in seven years introduced Emily Armstrong as co-lead vocalist and debuted 'From Zero' to the world. The full Warner Bros. Studios livestream is available now: https://t.co/cmgMEvG7dg
Five Songwriters Who Build Whole Worlds, Not Just Feelings
Most songwriters write feelings. These five write entire worlds. There's a difference and it's everything. https://t.co/zddPQ3AeIS
SNL May Lineup Features Olivia Rodrigo, Damon, Ferrell, McCartney
Olivia Rodrigo, Matt Damon, Will Ferrell and Paul McCartney headline Saturday Night Live’s Star-Studded May Lineup https://t.co/H0JRa04ZmI
Legends Unite at Jersey Shore for U.S. 250th Celebration
Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi, Kenny Chesney, Mavis Staples, Public Enemy and a stacked cast of American music legends converge on the Jersey Shore June 4 and 5 to mark the U.S. 250th birthday. Tickets on sale April 21 here:...
10 Classic Tracks That Defined Radio’s Golden Era
Before Spotify, radio was everything. These 10 songs did more than fill the airwaves, they celebrated them. A love letter to the dial, the DJs, and every static filled moment that made you turn it up https://t.co/nAQVOrT0nR
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Unexpected Hit: “Walking on Sunshine” Became Timeless Anthem
On this day in 1985, Katrina and the Waves released "Walking on Sunshine." It was not even a favourite in the studio, but it became their defining hit, earning millions and lighting up films, ads, and playlists for decades. https://t.co/R3pYnCqqS2
Rush's "2112" Ends with Accidental Numeric Album Code
Did you know the closing words of Rush's "2112" accidentally encode the album title numerically — and Alex Lifeson says it was completely unintentional? Five surprising facts about one of rock's greatest records. https://t.co/KpL9hKq2Xu
Madonna Reunites with Stuart Price for New Album
Madonna and Stuart Price reunite for 'Confessions II,' the follow-up to 'Confessions on a Dance Floor,' out July 3rd. A visual teaser is out now. 20 years later, the manifesto hasn't changed. https://t.co/MxNLxoj7rQ
Amy Ray's 'Prom' Turns 20, Still Punk‑Fresh
20 years ago today, Amy Ray of Indigo Girls released 'Prom,' a punk inspired solo album about growing up in the American South. High school hallways meet Hüsker Dü, Patti Smith, and The Clash, and it still hits just as...
Rolling Stones Drop Mini Turntable, Tiny Singles for RSD
The Rolling Stones show up with a mini turntable, 6 classic 3-inch singles, and a Japanese LP import. Record Store Day 2026 is genuinely unhinged in the best way. The complete list is here: https://t.co/STF4zJwc7U
Daily Music Newsletter: New Releases, Industry News, Artist Stories
I've been covering music for a long time and I pour that into a daily newsletter. New releases, industry news, artist stories. Come read what I'm reading. https://t.co/jIMKr1oTO6
Bowie’s “Heroes” Guitarist Recorded Blind After Three‑year Hiatus
The guitarist on "Heroes" hadn't played in three years, arrived with no rehearsal, and recorded all his parts in three days — for songs he'd never heard before. Five things you might not know about Bowie's "Heroes." https://t.co/T9S0AdIbFQ
5 Surprising Facts About Sabbath’s Master of Reality
Here are 5 surprising facts about Black Sabbath’s 'Master of Reality' that dig a little deeper into one of heavy music’s most influential albums. https://t.co/tULgTKPhl5
Harry Jordan’s Debut EP Proves Worthy Solo Breakthrough
Harry Jordan spent years producing records for others and fronting Eades. His debut solo EP 'This Beautiful Life' is out April 17, and "(When I Wasn't) Electric" makes a strong case for why he waited until he had something worth...
MerleFest Week Away: Krauss, OCS, Smoke, Opry Jam
MerleFest is one week out. Alison Krauss, Old Crow Medicine Show, Blackberry Smoke, and a Late Night Jam with Grand Ole Opry headline four days on the campus of Wilkes Community College. Advance tickets available through April 22 here: https://t.co/tkj3vKE04O
Collective Soul Drops Surprise New Wave Vinyl
Collective Soul are releasing a surprise New Wave album on Record Store Day, April 18. 'Touch and Go' is ten new tracks inspired by The Cars, pressed on colored vinyl, and available exclusively at independent record stores. This one came...
Cross‑Continental Duo Unites Small‑Town Roots in New Track
Australia's James Johnston and Nashville's Chase Matthew drop "Smoke I've Known," a collaboration built around small-town roots that happen to look the same on both sides of the world. https://t.co/ud1P5tlDNu
Eric Church to Celebrate 20 Years with Unique July Shows
Eric Church announces three nights at Red Rocks and two at Lake Tahoe this July, each night a different set celebrating 20 years of his catalog. Tickets on sale April 17 and details here: https://t.co/bCe1XowZUa
Organic Farmers Turned Rockers Launch NA Tour
The Inspector Cluzo are organic farmers from Gascony who also play 80+ shows a year worldwide. Their North American tour kicks off September 19 at Shaky Knees. Tickets on sale now. https://t.co/xzaVbMcg6g
Billy Corgan Joins SOMBR: Coachella, Fall Tour, New Single
SOMBR brought Billy Corgan to Coachella, announced a 37-date fall arena tour across North America, and has a new single dropping Thursday. Artist presale starts Tuesday, general on-sale Friday. Details here: https://t.co/yZ47DleyOA
Talking Heads Began as RISD Cover Band Before CBGB
Talking Heads told Colbert how they started as a RISD cover band. Smokey, The Who, Velvet Underground—then CBGB, The Ramones, and the rest was history. https://t.co/TQjv7iLcPP
George Strait’s “Here for a Good Time” Hits 2× Platinum
George Strait’s 2011 single “Here for a Good Time” is now certified 2x Platinum in the U.S. for 2 million units sold. The song peaked at #2 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and #46 on the Hot 100. https://t.co/kH47yKSfk5
Fleetwood Mac’s “Silver Springs” Resurfaces on UK Charts
Fleetwood Mac’s “Silver Springs” reenters the U.K. Official Singles Downloads chart at #97 and the Official Singles Sales chart at #100, decades after its release on ‘Rumours.’ https://t.co/hxqk3i04wi
Jack Grisham Unveils Debut Single, New Album July 10
Jack Grisham of T.S.O.L. and The Joykiller drops "Pieces of the Sun," the debut single from his new project with Lars Triesch. The self-titled album arrives July 10 via Lost in Berlin Records. https://t.co/afr5Ad8wa4
Fleetwood Mac Rumored Toronto Return, Tickets Friday
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac returns to Toronto's CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre for six nights, November 3-8. Personally endorsed by Mick Fleetwood. Tickets on sale this Friday, April 17 and details here: https://t.co/cSL8PD6CuO
Asha Bhosle, Bollywood’s Iconic Voice, Dies at 92
Asha Bhosle, the most recorded artist in music history and the defining voice of Bollywood for eight decades, has died at 92 in Mumbai. There will never be another. https://t.co/4UsBA3J2KR
Limberlost Revamps Fan Favorite with Hall‑Fame Bass
Limberlost's "Give It to Me (Redux)" takes a 2023 European fan favourite and rebuilds it from the ground up. Two classically trained vocalists, a Metal Hall of Fame bassist, and a riff that doesn't let go. A new EP is...
Soulive Returns After 15 Years with Eclectic Icelandic Album
Soulive's first album in 15 years finds Eric Krasno and the Evans brothers sounding like they never left. 'Flowers' was recorded in Iceland, features Van Hunt, and moves through jazz, funk and blues like it's the most natural thing in...
Limited‑Edition Brian Wilson Live Box Drops on Record Store Day
Two thousand copies, one day only. Brian Wilson's 'On Tour 1999-2007' lands on Record Store Day, April 18, via Oglio Entertainment. Eight years of live recordings, a world-class backing band, and a catalog that never gets old. https://t.co/606AHmPeBp
Charlotte Sands Drops Independent Arena‑Ready Album Satellite
Charlotte Sands' sophomore album 'Satellite' is out now, fully independent and built for arenas. Latest single "back to you" is the kind of alt-pop that sticks. Over 300 million streams and she's just getting started. https://t.co/pnwe5B17jW
Joe Jackson Returns with New Single and Global Tour
Joe Jackson's new single "Fabulous People" is out now, and 'Hope And Fury', his first studio album in seven years, follows on earMUSIC. Eighty shows across 14 countries start in May. He's not slowing down. https://t.co/Zi0SUqPsIy
Manchester Orchestra Releases 21‑track Live Album From Sold‑out Chapel
Manchester Orchestra's 'Union Chapel, London, England' is out now on Loma Vista Recordings. Twenty-one tracks, three sold-out nights in a gothic London chapel, and a catalog reimagined from the ground up. https://t.co/DVAz24xVE7
Kooks Drop Live O2 Performance Ahead of 20‑Year Anniversary
The Kooks have released "See Me Now (Live At The O2 Arena, London)", a deeply personal performance from their biggest-ever UK headline show. The 20th anniversary of 'Inside In/Inside Out' is coming. The band is very much alive. https://t.co/gNgQmbqofJ
AIR Drops Debut Live Album Recorded Under Acropolis
AIR release their first-ever live album on Record Store Day, April 18. 'Moon Safari, The Athens Concert' was recorded beneath the Acropolis in Athens. Limited vinyl, indie stores only. https://t.co/nxFNNUe9uK
Stephen Pearcy Announces 2026 Undercover Tour, New Solo Album
Stephen Pearcy has launched "The Undercover Tour" for 2026, with Warren DeMartini joining several dates. A new solo album is also in the works. The voice of Ratt isn't taking a breath. https://t.co/d1UlHxKaZv
Ben Reel's Spirit's Not Broken Delivers Soulful Guitars and Love
Ben Reel's twelfth album 'Spirit's Not Broken' is out now. Big guitars, soul grooves, and a clear-eyed message about love and human connection. Focus track "Better Be Better" hits hard right out of the gate. https://t.co/dfNMd7XMJU
Truman Sinclair Releases Self‑produced Alt‑country
Truman Sinclair's 'Rivers Of Sugar And Blood' is out now on Capitol Records. Six self-produced alt-country songs about depression, friendship, and growing up hard. He opens for Courtney Barnett across North America starting May 1. https://t.co/AYWGjxeJja
Beatles Break Record: 14 Songs on 1964 Hot 100
On this day in 1964, The Beatles set a new chart record when they had 14 songs on the Billboard Hot 100. The songs ranged from 'Can't Buy Me Love' at #1 to 'Love Me Do' at #81. https://t.co/GAePX3wDfj
1970: Beatles' Dream‑Born ‘Let It Be’ Tops Charts
On this day in 1970, The Beatles hit #1 with “Let It Be.” Written from a dream, carried around the world, and sung by millions in their toughest moments. https://t.co/db3lJ5Tx62
1994: Oasis' “Supersonic” Heralds British Rock Resurgence
On this day in 1994, Oasis released their debut single "Supersonic." We didn’t know it yet, but British rock was about to swagger back into our lives with a sneer, a hook, and a whole lotta attitude. https://t.co/uurvqRncAM
Public Enemy’s ‘Fear of a Black Planet’ Redefined Hip‑Hop
On this day in 1990, 35 years ago, Public Enemy released 'Fear of a Black Planet'. A fearless, groundbreaking hip-hop landmark that amplified truth, challenged power, and redefined what the genre could say and stand for. https://t.co/TLwnfucRPx
Feng E Transforms Interstellar Theme to Ukulele Masterpiece
Taiwanese musician Feng E takes on Hans Zimmer's Interstellar theme on ukulele, and the result is stunning. This one demands a listen. https://t.co/dDljU3pBzv