Today's Music Pulse
‘Michael’ Becomes Highest‑Grossing Music Biopic, Surpassing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
Lionsgate and Universal’s Michael biopic starring Jaafar Jackson has earned $911.9M worldwide, overtaking the 2018 Freddie Mercury film Bohemian Rhapsody’s $910.9M total. The film posted $358.6M domestically and $553.3M internationally, making it the top‑earning music biopic of all time.
How Laufey’s Star-Studded “Madwoman” Music Video Came to Life With Hudson Williams, Lola Tung
Icelandic‑born singer‑songwriter Laufey released the music video for her new single “Madwoman,” featuring an all‑AAPI cast that includes Hudson Williams, Lola Tung, Olympic gold‑medalist Alysa Liu and others. The project was produced by Gold House’s Creative Equity Fund, marking the nonprofit’s first foray into music videos. Director Warren Fu and DP Andrew Truong shot the video in Los Angeles, blending mid‑century American iconography with Hong Kong‑style details. Laufey says the video aims to fill a representation gap for Asian‑American and mixed‑heritage artists.
Ben Musser Song Premiere – Sentimental Fever
Ben Musser, a multi‑instrumentalist who previously lived in Austin, Nashville and New York, relocated to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where he and his wife cultivated a small artistic community. Encouraged by fellow musicians Aaron Lee Tasjan and Scott Mathews, Musser recorded...
Zara Larsson’s “Midnight Sun” Finally Dominates Summer Drives
i was disappointed when american radio didn't play zara larsson's "midnight sun" last year but it goes absolutely crazy as a car radio song now when the weather is getting warmer
Runo Plum – Pink Moon
Indie artist runo plum is set to release her new EP *Bloom Again* on May 8 through Winspear. The record, which supports a West Coast tour and an upcoming SXSW slot, follows an emotional journey from post‑breakup despondency to the...
Karnivool Announces Australian Tour After Number‑One Debut of First Album in 13 Years
Karnivool revealed a massive Australian tour as their long‑awaited album In Verses entered the charts at number one. The prog‑metal band’s first record in 13 years has sparked relief among members and reignited fan enthusiasm, setting the stage for a...
Avenged Sevenfold Announce Australia Tour
Live Nation announced that heavy‑metal veterans Avenged Sevenfold will return to Australia and New Zealand for the first time in 12 years, launching a three‑city Australian leg on October 16, 2026 followed by a New Zealand show on October 23. The tour features opening acts...
Bieberchella’s Karaoke Set Healed an Entire Generation
Justin Bieber turned his Coachella slot into a low‑key YouTube karaoke set, delivering nostalgic renditions of early hits and surprising collaborations with artists like Tems, Wizkid, and The Kid Laroi. The performance generated a viral surge on social media, prompting fans...
MANGORATA
Leeds‑based six‑piece jazz ensemble Mangorata will play a live show at The Grasshopper in Poole on Thursday, April 30, 2026, timed to coincide with International Jazz Day. The concert, priced at £17.50 ($22) for adults, £10 ($13) for students and free for...
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
Justin Bieber’s Coachella Set Floored Lizzo and Confused Zara Larsson in the Best Way
Justin Bieber returned to a major stage at Coachella, delivering his first public performance in four years. The set mixed live songs with a montage of viral internet clips, prompting strong reactions from fellow artists. Lizzo hailed the show as...
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
Remember when Pokémon Teamed up with Post Malone? Yeah, Well the Music Collabs Are About to Get More Electric
Pokémon is returning to live music with "Pokémon Night Out," featuring EDM headliners Marshmello and Alison Wonderland. The two‑city event will debut at Los Angeles' Intuit Dome on October 24 and later at London’s O2 Arena on November 10. Tickets go on...
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
Blizzard Beats My Expected Dramatic ATOM Video
I was sure I was going to have the most dramatically inclement ATOM video this month but then @tweeasfuck had to go record hers in a goddamn blizzard
Trails and Ways – Young
Trails and Ways released the single "Young," an alt‑pop track that has drawn praise for its warm, soulful production. The review on MP3Hugger highlights the song’s innocent vocal delivery and finger‑clicking rhythms, describing it as a breezy, cloud‑like listening experience....
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
Adam O’Farrill – ‘Elephant’
Adam O’Farrill’s fifth album, "Elephant," is his first quartet recording with trumpet as the sole horn, featuring pianist Yvonne Rogers, bassist Walter Stinson and drummer Russell Holzman. The record blends contemporary jazz, minimalism, and dance‑music textures, citing Radiohead and Ryuchi...
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
Nuclear Messiah (Ex-Megadeth) Is Bringing the Star Power on New Album Dropping This Month
Ex‑Megadeth guitarist Chris Poland has assembled a 36‑musician supergroup called Nuclear Messiah to release the concept album *Black Flame* on April 24 via Cleopatra Records. The project debuted its first single, “For Mad Men Only,” featuring guest vocalists Pat Travers...
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
CS Hellmann Shares Hazy Guitar Rocker “Don’t Let The Songbirds Cry”
Nashville indie artist CS Hellmann has dropped a new lo‑fi single titled “Don’t Let The Songbirds Cry.” The track was recorded at Jared Corder’s Polychrome Ranch in Hartsville, Tennessee, and blends analog synths, finger‑picked acoustic guitar, and psychedelic influences from...
Ewan Bleach & the Fleeting Paradise Orchestra
Ewan Bleach’s Fleeting Paradise Orchestra has launched a fortnightly Sunday lunchtime residency at London’s Jamboree Venue, delivering authentic 1920s‑30s jazz for dancing. The 10‑piece band performs meticulously transcribed classics from Ellington, Armstrong and obscure contemporaries, plus Bleach’s original compositions, each...
10/10 You’re Great: ‘Long.Live.A$AP.’
The Alt Editing piece revisits a 2013 night of reckless celebration, where recent graduates blasted ASAP Rocky’s breakout album while splurging on two Hallmark‑brand wines in a Reno bar. The article blends nostalgic storytelling with a tongue‑in‑cheek look at how viral...
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Reveals 2026 Inductees
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2026 inductees, spanning performers, early influence, musical excellence, and the Ahmet Ertegun Award. First‑time nominees include Phil Collins, Luther Vandross and Wu‑Tang Clan, while legacy acts such as Iron Maiden and...
Grief, Storytelling, and Identity
Lynn Breedlove’s new concept album, *Why I Like Dead Guys*, turns the murder of his parents into a series of elegiac songs that map his relationships with friends, family, and even a dog. The record blends his queer‑punk heritage with...
What Kind Of Message This Sends
Indie veteran Of Montreal released “When”, a manic post‑breakup track that lays bare Kevin Barnes’ emotional turbulence. The Strokes debuted “Going Shopping”, the lead single from their upcoming seventh album, notable for its warmer tone and reduced compression compared with...
Eddie Dalton’s (Actually Quite Modest) Chart Success Sparks Further Debate About Where AI Music Fits In
AI‑generated blues persona Eddie Dalton briefly topped the UK Official Singles Sales Chart, reaching number two thanks to a surge in paid downloads, not streaming. The track "Another Day Old" logged only 1.73 million Spotify streams and failed to appear on...
Justin Maki Blends Atmosphere and Edge on “Wasting Time”
Justin Maki, a Japan‑born, Canada‑raised artist, released the R&B single “Wasting Time” ahead of his upcoming album Technicolor Dreams, due June 26, 2026. The track, co‑written with longtime collaborator Josh Ellison, was refined with Juno‑Award‑winning production duo VAŪLTS, shifting its...
“Pushing Forty” Finds Ellie Heath in a Moment of Growth and Reinvention
Canadian singer‑songwriter Ellie Heath releases “Pushing Forty,” the lead single from her debut album slated for May 29, 2026. The upbeat pop anthem celebrates turning 40, blending nostalgic rock rhythms with dance‑forward production. Heath says the track sets the album’s confident, energetic...
Jont Reflects on Love, Presence, and Self-Discovery on “You In The World”
Indie singer‑songwriter Jont is set to release his album Walk Right Through on May 15, 2026, with “You In The World” highlighted as the emotional centerpiece. The track emerged at the close of an intense 10‑song, 10‑week writing sprint that began in...
Monday Morning Video – Dallas House Show Preview
Twangville’s Sunday Social returns to Dallas on April 19, 2026, featuring Nashville songwriters Kevin Gordon, Joelton Mayfield and Miss Tess. The backyard‑style concert will start at 7 PM and highlights Gordon’s Southern storytelling, Mayfield’s alt‑country introspection, and Tess’s timeless songwriting. Fans...
Allegories Embrace Chaos and Dreamlogic on New Single “Horrible Wonder”
Experimental duo Allegories released the single “Horrible Wonder,” a genre‑bending track that fuses indie electronic textures with atmospheric rock. The song evolved from a simple ukulele sketch into a layered, immersive soundscape, retaining only its title and fragments of original...
Truck Violence Announce New Album The Weathervane Is My Body
Truck Violence announced their second album, *The weathervane is my body*, slated for release on June 26 via the independent label The Flenser. The record expands the band’s folky hardcore sound and is entirely DIY, with all writing, recording, mixing,...
Manon Was at Coachella, Actually
Katseye made a high‑profile Coachella debut, opening with the new single “Pinky Up” performed by five members instead of the usual six. Manon Bannerman, who announced a health‑related hiatus in February, was not onstage but was spotted in the crowd during Sabrina Carpenter’s...
INTERVIEW: Broadside On The Pursuit Of Peace Within New Album ‘Nowhere, At Last’
British rock quartet Broadside releases their fifth studio album, “Nowhere, At Last,” a vibrant blend of heavy riffs and melodic hooks that reflects front‑man Ollie Baxxter’s quest for personal peace. The record follows the band’s first profit‑making effort with 2023’s...
Sierra Ferrell Announces 40‑Date “Heavy Petal” Tour Across U.S. and Europe
Four‑time Grammy winner Sierra Ferrell has unveiled a 40‑date Heavy Petal Tour that will span the United States and Europe from May through October 2026. The tour supports immigrant rights with a $1 per ticket contribution, underscoring Ferrell’s growing influence...
The Lagniappe Sessions :: Shane Parish
Shane Parish, known for fluidly moving between original composition and reinterpretation, releases the latest Lagniappe Sessions, a series that reimagines songs from diverse artists. In this installment he tackles late‑90s southern gothic Cat Power, the cinematic pop of Lana Del Rey, early‑career...
Celebrating Al Green’s 80th with 400th Deep Cuts Playlist
my 400th deep album cuts playlist is Al Green, whose 80th birthday is today: https://t.co/shD4ceo18e https://t.co/vTe4npytzC
How Ghana Party in the Park Became a Launchpad for Ghanaian Artists Abroad
Ghana Party in the Park, a London‑based festival founded by Akwaaba UK in 2005, now attracts 8,000‑10,000 Ghanaian diaspora fans each August. Over two decades it has become the premier overseas stage for Ghana’s top acts—from Stonebwoy and Sarkodie to...
Upcoming Metal Releases: 4/12/26 – 4/18/26
A slate of underground metal releases is set for April 12‑18, 2026, featuring Darkthrone’s first official live album, Reeking Aura’s sophomore death‑metal record, and new offerings from Mylingar, Pilori, Pissrot, Beneath Purgatory, and Lividus. The Darkthrone live set, pressed on...
Full Album Stream: Abrams – “Loon”
Denver sludge band Abrams is set to release their sixth album, Loon, later this week on independent label Blues Funeral. Decibel Magazine is offering an exclusive early stream of the full record, which was recorded by Felipe Patino at Green...
The Stones – Leaning on a Domino B/W (I’m a) Drama Queen
The Stones, a New York City four‑piece, released the double‑A side “Leaning on a Domino” b/w “(I’m a) Drama Queen,” showcasing a swaggering glam‑punk style. The tracks were produced by Ryan Howe, who also contributed to the recent Josephine record,...
Lev3ls Launches London Showcase Series for International Acts
London grassroots promoter Lev3ls is launching the ‘Further’ showcase series, a six‑show program that brings emerging international artists to intimate London venues while pairing them with elite backing musicians. The inaugural event on July 21 features Rae Khalil, signed to Anderson .Paak’s Apeshit...
Morning Verses – The End Times Blues
Morning Verses, an emerging indie folk act, released the single “The End Times Blues” on Bandcamp in 2026. The track juxtaposes somber, apocalyptic lyrics with an unexpectedly upbeat, melodic arrangement, creating a warm yet introspective listening experience. Critics note the...
Celebrating Al Green’s 80th with 1973’s “Call Me”
Today is Al Green's 80th birthday. This month I'm talking about a different Al album every week. This week is his 1973 masterpiece CALL ME. Happy birthday, Al! https://t.co/ji6Daylzqh https://t.co/3KbCzwCi8W
FKA Twigs Makes Up for Missing Last Year’s Coachella with One of 2026’s Most Powerful Sets
FKA twigs finally took the Coachella stage in 2026 after visa issues forced the cancellation of her 2025 appearance. Her Body High Tour set, performed in the Mojave Tent, combined avant‑pop music with kinetic choreography, aerial pole work, and multiple costume...
Rolling Stone Drops BTS Cover Story and Interviews
‼️NEW: I flew to Seoul in February for my second Rolling Stone cover-story package on the world’s biggest band, BTS. Today, we’re releasing the group cover story and group video interview. Video interviews and q+as with each member roll...