Today's Music Pulse
Lily Seabird Announces New LP ‘Lightspheres on Their Way’
Lily Seabird revealed her upcoming album Lightspheres on Their Way, slated for a September 4 physical release and an October 2 digital launch on Lame‑O Records. The record opens with the gritty single “Election Day” and will be backed by a summer‑fall tour across the US and Europe. Co‑producer Garrett Linck helped shape the album’s sound.
Stream Skrillex’s New Surprise Album SOMA
Skrillex surprised fans on June 5, 2026 by dropping his 13‑track album SOMA, a collection that showcases a worldwide roster of collaborators including Anita B Queen, BEAM, Chris Lake and Feid. The release follows a string of successful singles such as “Duro,” “Smoke” and “Thistle,” building momentum ahead of his live appearances. In parallel, Skrillex unveiled CONTRA, an event platform co‑created with Berlin Atonal, and is set to perform on the Revolut Stage at Primavera Sound Barcelona before curating the CUPRA Pulse Stage. The dual push of new music and immersive events underscores his expanding role beyond production into festival curation and tech‑driven experiences.
The Paradox Share Sensational New Track ‘Good For Me’
The Paradox released the pop‑punk single “Good For Me,” their first new music since the 2025 EP “NSFW.” The track blends classic genre hooks with modern production, delivering an infectious chorus designed for repeat listening. It debuted alongside a SXSW...
Jesse Welles: Unmasking the News, Technology and Pete Seeger’s Hudson River Legacy
Folk singer Jesse Welles is set to release his sixth album, *Masks Off*, on June 12, a collection of politically charged songs that tackle immigration enforcement, AI, and global crises. The album was recorded in three fast‑paced sessions with veteran engineer...
Madonna’s Surprise Times Square Takeover Debuts New ‘The Square’ Performance Space
Madonna surprised New York City with a six‑song performance that unveiled "The Square," a new multi‑use venue in Times Square. The space features a retractable stage that opens onto the iconic intersection, an 18,000‑square‑foot digital billboard, and proprietary Square Stream...
Charley Crockett Goes Full Gonzo to Get “Clovis” To Fans
Charley Crockett independently released his new album *Clovis* on April 28, just weeks after Island Records issued *Age of the Ram*. Island pulled *Clovis* on May 6, alleging contract violations, while continuing to promote the earlier record, which now sits at #3...
OSEES Surprise Release New Album ‘OFF COURSE’ (Listen)
OSEES, led by John Dwyer, surprise‑released the album OFF COURSE today on the Deathgod label. The record was assembled from live jam sessions recorded to tape, then refined with vocals and contributions from Tom Dolas and Brigid Dawson. The five‑track...
Christina Aguilera to Headline HeritageLive Festival’s Sole 2026 UK Show at Sandringham
Christina Aguilera confirmed she will headline the HeritageLive Festival in Sandringham on Aug. 21, 2026 – her only UK appearance that year. The gig features R&B star Craig David, boy‑band Blue and emerging alt‑pop act Ruby Roberts, underscoring the festival’s star‑studded line‑up.
THEORY OF A DEADMAN Announces New EP 'Part 1: Funeral Songs'
Canadian rock veterans Theory of a Deadman announced a six‑track EP titled “Part 1: Funeral Songs,” slated for release on September 4, 2026 through independent distributor ONErpm. The announcement follows the rollout of the new single “Winnebago (Lay Low)” and its music video, which...
Phoebe Bridgers Announces 2026 UK, Europe and North America Arena Tour with “No Phones”
Phoebe Bridgers has unveiled “The Lost Tour,” a 30‑date arena trek across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and mainland Europe beginning September 15, 2026. The tour uniquely bans phones, requiring attendees to lock devices in pouches for...
Electric Callboy Join Forces With The Offspring’s Dexter Holland On ‘Let The Good Times Roll’
German metalcore outfit Electric Callboy has dropped a new single titled "Let The Good Times Roll," featuring guest vocals from The Offspring frontman Dexter Holland. The track blends the band’s high‑energy hooks with Holland’s punk‑rock flair, echoing the Offspring’s 2022...
KLOF No. 86 (Folk, Experimental, Alternative)
KLOF’s latest mixtape, No. 86, opens with Frankie Archer’s new album "The Dance of Death" and features a diverse roster of folk, experimental and alternative artists, including a 15‑minute finale by Brown Wimpenny. The collection also spotlights a benefit compilation, *The...
On AI in Hip-Hop
AI‑generated visuals have become a staple in both underground and mainstream hip‑hop, from Kasher Quon's surreal "Transported" video to high‑budget releases by Kanye and YoungBoy. Artists and DIY editors tout AI for its speed and sub‑$300 production costs, while labels...
Randy Travis Cuts The Ribbon On Room Named In His Honor At The Nashville Palace
Country music legend Randy Travis officially opened the newly dedicated Randy Travis Room at Nashville Palace, marking the 40th anniversary of his debut album *Storms of Life*. The ceremony gathered longtime band members, rising stars and artists from other genres...
Bell X1 Announce Ninth Album Good Bones and Share First Single 'But First, Love'
Irish indie-rock veterans Bell X1 announced their ninth studio album, Good Bones, and debuted the lead single “But First, Love.” The record was tracked at Dreamland Recording Studios in upstate New York with producer Josh Kaufman and engineer D. James Goodwin....
NO DEPRESSION SESSIONS at Wild Coyote: Cat Clyde
Canadian singer‑songwriter Cat Clyde used a brief break between shows in Brooklyn and Cambridge to debut two songs from her fourth album, Mud Blood Bone. In a video for No Depression, she explained the album’s creation, highlighting producer Drew Vandenberg’s...
Oregon Country Fair’s All-Star Celebration of Bobby Weir to Feature Steve Kimock, Jay Lane, and More
The Oregon Country Fair will host an All-Star Celebration of the late Grateful Dead rhythm guitarist Bobby Weir on July 12, 2026, featuring veteran Dead‑associated musicians such as Steve Kimock, Jay Lane, Dan "Lebo" Lebowitz, and others. The tribute will...
CARICATURE (SIX FEET UNDER, BIONATOPS, BLACK HEART SUTRA) Point Fingers On, "Let The Devil In"
Eccentric metal veterans Ray Suhy and Joseph Spiller have launched Caricature’s new single “Let The Devil In,” a politically‑charged track that denounces community decay. The song was recorded using only analog techniques—no digital edits, quantization, or AI assistance—emphasizing a raw,...
Steve Lacy Teases Upcoming Album with “the Feeling”
Steve Lacy dropped the single “the feeling,” the lead track from his forthcoming third album *Oh yeah?*, slated for July 17 release on RCA Records. The album, entirely written and produced by Lacy, follows his 2022 breakthrough *Gemini Rights* and is...
New Exclusive Vinyl: Codefendants (Fat Mike, Get Dead, Ceschi) ‘Lifers’ Canary Yellow & Tangerine LP
Codefendants—Fat Mike, Sam King and rapper Ceschi—have issued an exclusive canary‑yellow and tangerine vinyl of their sophomore album Lifers, limited to just 400 copies and sold through BrooklynVegan’s shop. The release coincides with an ambitious 2026 tour that hits major...
Album Review – Colby Acuff’s “Handmade Horsepower”
Colby Acuff drops his seventh studio effort, "Handmade Horsepower," as a fully independent release after parting ways with a major label. The album leans heavily into outlaw‑country aesthetics, pairing twangy two‑tone beats with sharp, industry‑focused protest lyrics. Critics praised its...
Essential Releases, June 5, 2026
June 5, 2026’s Essential Releases roundup highlights a wave of independent music launches, from Pressure Sounds’ deluxe reissue of Cedric Brooks’ 1978 reggae classic to a slew of self‑released albums on Bandcamp. Veteran label Ninja Tune veteran Machinedrum announced his departure to issue...
DEF LEPPARD Guitarist PHIL COLLEN's MANRAZE Releases 'Lock, Stock & Barrel' Five-CD Box Set
MANRAZE, the supergroup featuring Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen, GIRL bassist Simon Laffy and Sex Pistols drummer Paul Cook, has issued a five‑CD box set titled “Lock, Stock & Barrel” through Cherry Red Records and HNE Recordings. The collection compiles...
14 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Vince Staples, horsegiirL, Modest Mouse, and More
Pitchfork’s latest roundup spotlights 14 fresh releases, from Vince Staples’ Loma Vista debut "Cry Baby" to Modest Mouse’s first independent album in three decades. The list showcases genre‑bending projects such as horsegiirL’s electronic‑rich "Nature Is Healing" and the posthumous Lee...
HorsegiirL – NATURE IS HEALING
Berlin‑based DJ/producer horsegiirL released her debut album “NATURE IS HEALING” in June 2026. The record features collaborations with A.G. Cook, Novak (Charli XCX), Casey MQ and Luvhunter, merging hyperpop, electronic beats and field recordings of birds, insects and mammals. Critics gave it an 8/10,...
Zoh Amba
Zoh Amba, known for saxophone‑driven jazz, releases "Eyes Full" in 2026, a blues‑rock record that diverges from their 2025 album "Sun". The album features electric guitar by Kevin Hyland and drums from Jim White, delivering raw, experimental rock infused with...
Composer Bear McCreary Teams with Slash, McKagan, Smith on New Single “Cool Kids”
Composer Bear McCreary has released the single “Cool Kids,” a hard‑rock collaboration with Guns N’ Roses’ Duff McKagan, Slash and Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith. The track serves as the lead‑off for his upcoming album The Singularity: Ekleipsis,...
For Love of Grace & the Hereafter
Danish punk outfit Iceage has dropped their sixth studio album, *For Love of Grace & the Hereafter*, via Mexican Summer. The record was mixed with longtime collaborator Nis Bysted at Sweden’s remote Silence Studio and follows frontman Elias Bender Rønnenfelt’s 2024...
How T-Pop Is Blowing up the Global Charts
Thai pop (T‑pop) is surging globally, with label‑collective revenue projected at roughly $310 million in 2026 and $364 million by 2029. Superfans—about 2% of an artist’s audience—contribute up to 42% of total earnings, driven by strong live‑ticket and merchandise sales. Gen Z dominates...
Simon Joyner :: Tough Love
Simon Joyner’s new album Tough Love revisits the grief that powered 2024’s Coyote Butterfly while expanding into imagined voices and broader vignettes. The title track anchors a nine‑minute meditation, but the surrounding songs unfold with patient detail and a cruel...
The Afghan Whigs Hint at a Reckoning on “Jungle Roux”
Greg Dulli’s Afghan Whigs have unveiled “Jungle Roux,” the lead preview from their forthcoming album Soft Control. The track showcases a nine‑piece lineup, soaring chorus and backup vocals, signaling a confident return after the personal‑turmoil‑laden 1965 record. Dulli notes the...
11 New Albums Out Now From Modest Mouse, Death Cab For Cutie, Bedouine & More
A wave of new releases hit the market on June 5, 2026, featuring 11 albums from indie and alternative acts such as Modest Mouse, Death Cab for Cutie, Bedouine, Old Crow Medicine Show, and Lizzo. Modest Mouse returns after a five‑year gap with *An Eraser And A Maze*,...
CMU Selects - the Last Week’s Standout Releases
CMU Selects highlighted five standout releases this week, ranging from Venbee’s direct‑hit “encore, encore” to LA Priest’s electro‑charged “Into The Sky.” Indonesian‑Scottish rapper Ledbyher returned with “DIRTY RUMOURS,” featuring Clams Casino’s signature production. Steve Lacy teased his forthcoming album with...
South Arcade Share Cutesy New Track ‘DEADMEAT’
South Arcade has unveiled a new single titled “DEADMEAT,” a sugary‑sweet, ear‑catching track that frames a modern Romeo‑Juliet love story with an optimistic twist. The band released the song ahead of their main‑stage slot at the June 11 Download Festival, using...
Skrillex Unveils Experimental Fifth Album 'SOMA'
Skrillex has released his fifth studio album, SOMA, a genre‑bending collection that mixes trap, house, reggaeton and Eurodance samples. The record arrives after a high‑profile Ultra headline set and signals a renewed focus on avant‑garde production.
Vince Staples Launches Independent Era With New Album ‘Cry Baby’
Vince Staples has launched his new album *Cry Baby* through Loma Vista Recordings, offering a 10‑track project on digital platforms and a limited red‑vinyl edition with an exclusive bonus track. The release signals the start of his "independent era," marked...
Taylor Swift: I Knew It, I Knew You Review – Giddy Up! Song for Toy Story Cowgirl Jessie Is Swift’s...
Taylor Swift’s new song “I Knew It, I Knew You” for Pixar’s *Toy Story 5* has been hailed as her strongest soundtrack effort in years, matching the emotional depth of Randy Newman’s classic “When She Loved Me.” The track blends nostalgic lyricism with organic instrumentation, featuring Jack Antonoff’s production and a subtle...
Sleeping With Sirens Announce 2027 UK/EU Headline Tour
American post‑hardcore outfit Sleeping With Sirens has unveiled a 2027 headline tour across the United Kingdom and mainland Europe, kicking off in February and wrapping in early March. The trek will feature 12 dates in major venues from Paris to...
Laura Marling Surprise Releases New Album… of Raffi Covers
British folk‑pop star Laura Marling returns with her first album since 2024, releasing a 17‑track collection titled “Laura Sings Raffi.” The record consists entirely of covers of children’s classic Raffi songs, self‑produced in her London home studio. Marling frames the...
As It Is Share Vital New Track ‘Live, Laugh, Love, Los Angeles’
British pop‑punk outfit As It Is has dropped a new single, “Live, Laugh, Love, Los Angeles,” ahead of their self‑titled album due July 17 on FLG. The track, originally omitted from the album, was added after the band witnessed a...
Europe Eternal: Kraftwerk in Bournemouth
Kraftwerk delivered a landmark concert at Bournemouth International Centre in 2026, proving the German pioneers’ relevance nearly five decades after their debut. Frontman Ralf Hütter, now 79, led the show with high‑fidelity sound and striking visuals that mixed retro automotive...
Reissue of the Week: Do The Impossible: Original Soundtrack, by Sun Ra
The Quietus highlights the new "Do The Impossible" soundtrack, compiled to accompany the PBS‑aired documentary on Sun Ra. The album mirrors the film’s sequence, presenting 40 years of the Arkestra’s output in bite‑size tracks that often truncate iconic pieces. While big‑band tributes...
Gerry Mulligan – ‘Gerry Mulligan Meets – Classic Collaborations 1957-59’
The newly released three‑CD box set “Gerry Mulligan Meets – Classic Collaborations 1957‑59” compiles the baritone saxophonist’s most celebrated Verve sessions from the late 1950s, including partnerships with Stan Getz, Paul Desmond, Ben Webster, Johnny Hodges, and rare Mulligan‑Monk recordings....
Greta Van Den Brink Was Once Lisa Kudrow’s Stunt Double. Now She’s Entering Music with Her Debut Album
Greta van den Brink, known for stunt work as Lisa Kudrow’s double and roles on productions like The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, has launched her debut indie‑pop album “This Wasn’t Planned.” The record showcases witty, emotionally...
Lee “Scratch” Perry & Mouse on Mars – Spatial, No Problem.
Lee "Scratch" Perry joins German electronic duo Mouse on Mars for the collaborative album "Spatial, No Problem," released posthumously after Perry’s death. The 50‑minute record blends Perry’s iconic dub vocals with Mouse on Mars’ experimental synths, brass, and genre‑bending arrangements...
Khun Narin Electric Phin Band – III
Khun Narin Electric Phin Band returns with *III*, their first studio‑recorded album after a decade of touring and two prior releases. The record, produced with longtime collaborator Josh Marcy, captures the group’s raw psychedelic energy while adopting tighter three‑minute song...
Taylor Swift Returns to Her Country Roots With ‘Toy Story 5’ Anthem: ‘Felt Like … Coming Home’
Taylor Swift has released a new song, “I Knew It, I Knew You,” for the upcoming Pixar film Toy Story 5, marking a return to her country‑music roots. She announced the track on Instagram, sharing a childhood cowgirl video and a note...
Thomas Morgan - Around You Is A Forest (Loveland, 2025)
Thomas Morgan releases his 2025 debut album "Around You Is A Forest" on Jakob Bro’s Loveland label, introducing WOODS—an algorithmic string instrument he invented. The record pairs WOODS with his upright bass on the opening track and then features duets...
Audren – ‘Think Freedom’
French singer‑songwriter Audren releases "Think Freedom," an indie‑pop album that fuses lush strings, vibrant organ textures, and eclectic guitar work. The record opens with the melodic "A New Page" and follows with mood‑laden tracks like "The Good Road" and the...
Roar Idle – ‘Sailing In My Mind’
London duo Roar Idle releases their sophomore album *Sailing In My Mind*, a hybrid of alternative rock, psychedelia, and soulful blues. The record features evolving guitar work, moody synths, and multi‑layered harmonies, with the title track delivering dynamic vocal shifts....
Allan Jamisen – “Closing In”
Phoenix‑based composer and painter Allan Jamisen releases the single “Closing In,” a haunting blend of synths, jangly guitar, and layered vocals that explores personal upheaval. The track began as a 1990s Danish poem written after a divorce and was re‑imagined...