Today's Music Pulse
Soft Cell announces final album “Danceteria”
Soft Cell revealed that “Danceteria” will be their last studio album, marking the end of the duo’s recording career. The announcement was reported by both Pitchfork and The Quietus.
Ziggy Marley’s ‘Brightside’ Album Embraces 432 Hz Healing Frequency
Reggae legend Ziggy Marley has dropped his ninth solo record, ‘Brightside’, a therapeutic collection recorded at the meditative 432 Hz frequency. The album, his first since 2020, blends themes of love, mindfulness and social justice, signaling a growing spiritual current in popular music.
Charli XCX Unveils 2026 North America ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ Tour with $20 Angel Tickets
Charli XCX announced her 2026 North America ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ tour, debuting limited $20 Angel Tickets and charity seats that donate half of proceeds to the Transgender Law Center. The tour supports her upcoming album ‘Music, Fashion Film’ and kicks...
Phoebe Bridgers Adds Second London O2 Show and Extra European Dates to 2026 ‘The Lost Tour’
Indie‑rock star Phoebe Bridgers announced additional European stops for her 2026 ‘The Lost Tour’, including a second night at London’s O2 Arena on Dec. 2 and a repeat show at Dublin’s 3Arena on Nov. 24. The extra dates were added...
Olivia Rodrigo and Robert Smith Unveil Surprise Duet at Primavera Sound
Olivia Rodrigo brought The Cure legend Robert Smith onstage at Primavera Sound in Barcelona, debuting their joint song “What’s Wrong With Me?”. The unexpected pairing ignited social‑media buzz and highlighted a rare cross‑generational collaboration.
Questlove’s Earth, Wind & Fire Doc Delivers Stevie Wonder Surprise on HBO Max
Questlove’s documentary "Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)" premiered on HBO and is now streaming on Max, unveiling a surprise interview with Stevie Wonder. The film’s star‑studded lineup—including former President Barack Obama—underscores...
Kanye West Announces Release Date For “BULLY” Deluxe Album
Kanye West announced that his BULLY Deluxe album will be released on Friday, June 19, 2026, following the drop of the new single “Gemini Season” with a Bianca Censori‑featured video. The rapper, who is currently on a summer tour that...
Rush Returns After 11 Years with Full Forum Show, Launches "Fifty Something" Tour
Rush played a 24‑song set at the Forum in Los Angeles, marking their first full concert since August 2015 and kicking off the newly announced Fifty Something tour. The show featured a rare opening with "Xanadu," a tribute to Neil Peart...
Soft Cell Announce Final Album ‘Danceteria’
Soft Cell announced their sixth and final studio album, Danceteria, slated for release on 25 September 2026 through Republic Of Music. The record is named after the legendary New York nightclub that shaped the duo’s early career, and serves as a tribute to multi‑instrumentalist...
Chlöe Bailey, Timbaland Align On New Mixtape ‘RESURRECTION’
American singer‑songwriter Chlöe Bailey announced her new mixtape “RESURRECTION,” slated for release on June 19. The project follows her 2024 sophomore album “Trouble In Paradise” and the lone post‑album single “Keep Watching.” Early 2024 studio teasers revealed a collaboration with legendary...
Suede Announce Deluxe Edition of Latest Album, Share New Song “Emotionally Unavailable”
British Britpop veterans Suede announced a deluxe edition of their 2025 album *Antidepressants*, titled *Antidepressants: Expanded*, slated for release on July 10 via BMG. The three‑disc set adds five new songs, including the freshly premiered track “Emotionally Unavailable,” and a full...
Erik Rabasca – ‘New Scrolls’
Connecticut singer‑songwriter Erik Rabasca has issued his debut full‑length album, “New Scrolls.” The record fuses folk, Americana, and electric twang while delivering introspective lyrics about media overload, capitalist pressures, and personal mindfulness. Tracks such as “Foolin’ Yourself” and “Love Resonates”...
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Emily Nenni, the May 2026 Spotlight Artist for No Depression, released her new LP "Movin' Shoes" on May 1 via New West Records. Raised in a musically diverse San Jose household, she absorbed rock, hip‑hop, country, and classic girl‑group sounds before...
Ariana Grande Opens ‘Eternal Sunshine’ Tour, First Live Show in Seven Years
Ariana Grande kicked off her Eternal Sunshine tour at Oakland Arena on June 6, 2026, performing for more than 17,000 fans in her first concert since December 2019. The launch also announced a ten‑show residency at London’s O2, signaling a major comeback for the pop...
Rone ~ Megaptera
Rone’s new album *Megaptera* is the original score for the French film *The Musician and the Whale*. The music was composed largely at sea in dialogue with scientists, bioacousticians, sailors and environmentalists, turning ocean recordings into a sonic conversation with...
Was #JayZ Right for Dissing #Drake, #Ye, and #NickiMinaj During His Roots Picnic Freestyle? 👀
At the Roots Picnic, Jay‑Z launched a freestyle calling out peers including Drake, Kanye West and Nicki Minaj, sparking debate about whether the rapper‑turned‑executive should engage in public feuds. Commentators argued Jay‑Z is both an institution and still a rapper,...
Eilen Jewell Steps Off the Road, But Not Out of the Song
Folk‑Americana singer‑songwriter Eilen Jewell announced an indefinite hiatus from touring, citing her 12‑year‑old daughter’s growing needs and personal weariness after two decades on the road. The pause does not end her music career; she released a new Doors‑cover single, “Soul...