Today's Music Pulse
Oliver Tree dies at 32 in Rio helicopter crash
Singer‑songwriter Oliver Tree was killed in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro at age 32. The incident was reported by Deadline and corroborated by Clash Music.
Bossanova Frankenstein – “Get A Rest”
Montreal‑based indie act Bossanova Frankenstein dropped its sophomore album Heavy Relic last month, featuring the high‑octane track “Get A Rest.” The song blends blues‑punk swagger with post‑punk aggression, drawing comparisons to early Viagra Boys. Critics note the track’s ferocious energy and vintage vocal drawl, positioning it as a live‑room staple. The full album is available for streaming and purchase on Bandcamp.
New Order Hall of Fame; 1993 Baywatch
Read about New Order (and others) being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame today, and it casually mentioned a 1993 Top Of The Pops performance of Regret from the set of Baywatch, featuring The Hoff. And now...
BIGHIT Sues to Uncover ARIRANG Leak Source
Last week, BIGHIT MUSIC initiated legal proceedings to discover the owner of an account @/jwngkcck that allegedly leaked 'ARIRANG' songs, lyrics and artwork before its release, according to @Billboard (1/2)
Royal Blush – “Ur Cure”
Jersey City indie duo Royal Blush has dropped “Ur Cure,” the lead single from their forthcoming EP “From Where We’re From.” The track channels a 90s indie‑rock aesthetic while exploring themes of old scars and youthful regret. It is available...
Never the Wiser X Hattie – “Better Than Ever”
In this episode, the folk‑noir collaboration between Never the Wiser and Hattie is explored through their new track “Better Than Ever,” which tells the story of a sorceress‑narrator who manipulates admirers until one sees through her façade. The hosts highlight...
Super Junior’s Leeteuk and Heechul Form New Sub-Unit, Bringing Fan-Con Tour to Singapore on Oct 16
Super Junior’s veteran members Leeteuk and Heechul are forming a new sub‑unit called Super Junior‑83z, slated to debut in July 2026. The duo will launch a “fan‑con” tour that blends concert performance with interactive fan‑meeting elements, beginning in Seoul and...
"52nd American Music Awards" Nominations Revealed
CBS and Dick Clark Productions announced the nominees for the 52nd American Music Awards, to be held May 25, 2026, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and streamed on CBS and Paramount+. The fan‑voted ceremony will be hosted by Queen Latifah,...
Synclicity Sees More Sync Opportunities for Emerging Artists
James Lloyd has launched Synclicity, a boutique sync‑licensing agency that debuted this week with a roster of 18 emerging artists spanning alt‑rock, indie pop, punk and folk. The firm targets placement opportunities across television, film, advertising, sports and the rapidly...
Lemonade Sin – “Hold The Frame”
London‑via‑Devon duo Lemonade Sin, composed of Lee Friese‑Greene and Simon Aldous, is set to release their new album *Nothing For A Pair* on BoogleWonderland. Ahead of the album, they dropped the pre‑release single “Hold The Frame,” a hazy, cinematic psych‑ballad...
Alexa Frankian Named 2026 Recipient of Igor Gorin Memorial Award
Soprano Alexa Frankian has been named the 2026 recipient of the Igor Gorin Memorial Award, presented by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona. The award honors young vocal artists who demonstrate exceptional promise and artistry. Frankian receives the honor as...
Infinite Illumination
Nate Garrett announced the retirement of his heavy‑metal project Spirit Adrift with the release of their sixth album, Infinite Illumination. The record showcases a synthesis of neo‑doom, traditional metal, and Southern‑rock elements, featuring guest solos from members of Crypt Sermon, Eternal Champion and...
Our Hyper
Japanese experimental duo HYPER GAL releases their third album *Our Hyper* on Skin Graft, earning a 7.4 Pitchfork rating. The record pivots from the harsh distortion of earlier releases toward club‑ready basslines, acid‑style synths, and slower, sludgier passages. Veteran free‑improv mixer Taku Unami...
City of Careless Angels
Internet creator Blake, known as Blaketheman1000, released his full‑length debut *City of Careless Angels*. The album blends lo‑fi bedroom pop with the tongue‑in‑cheek humor that made his TikTok‑style tracks viral, while retaining earnest heartbreak lyrics. Production was handled by Brooklyn...
+3
Samba Jean‑Baptiste releases his second album +3, an experimental R&B record that replaces the loose instinct of his debut with tighter, chamber‑like structures. The 12‑track project blends faint guitars, reverb‑laden beats, avant‑rap interjections, and Auto‑tuned monologues, creating a hazy yet...
Tashi Dorji - Low Clouds Hang, This Land Is on Fire (Drag City, 2026)
Tashi Dorji’s third Drag City album, Low Clouds Hang, This Land Is on Fire, drops in 2026 as a quietly intense work that fuses ambient guitar textures with bursts of anarchist‑fueled aggression. The record opens with delicate, reverb‑laden soundscapes before...
Jasmine Rho – “Quiet, The Winter Harbor” (Mazzy Star Cover)
Indie singer‑songwriter Jasmine Rho released a lo‑fi cover of Mazzy Star’s “Quiet, The Winter Harbor,” preserving the original’s dreamy melancholy while adding intimate bedroom‑recording texture. The track debuted on the We All Want Someone To Shout For blog and quickly spread...
Camiaow – “3D Glasses”
Australian bedroom‑pop artist camiaow has dropped the EP "blue rocket garden," highlighted by the moody single "3D glasses." The track delves into the anxieties of entering one’s twenties, where repetitive patterns stall personal growth. Musically, it fuses intimate folk‑pop textures...
Meet L.A.'s Mariachi Reyna, the All-Woman Band that Joined Karol G at Coachella
Karol G made history as the first Latina to headline Coachella, and she invited the all‑woman Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles to join her on stage. The ensemble backed her on the ranchera‑styled rendition of “Ese Hombre Es Malo” and performed...
By Million Wires – ‘Not Over’ EP
Polish indie band By Million Wires is set to release their new EP *Not Over* on May 1, with pre‑save links now live. Founder Mirek Skrok takes over vocal duties, delivering raw, intimate performances across six tracks that blend alt‑rock, shoegaze,...
Sotto James – “Cold Fingers”
London‑based Sotto James released "Cold Fingers," a melancholic folk‑pop track that fuses acoustic guitar, brass, and strings. Written during a reflective journey from Greece to Japan, the song explores grief and emotional suspension through sparse instrumentation and soulful vocals reminiscent...
Adorn – ‘Let Love Remain’
Dallas‑based band Adorn released its debut album “Let Love Remain,” a hard‑rock‑infused alternative record that blends post‑hardcore aggression with piano‑driven introspection. Formed in 2021, the five‑piece lineup—vocals Austin Gordon, guitarists Kalen and Eric Orr, bassist Logan Gavaldon, and drummer Ray...
Angelo Piana – “Mare Aperto”
Italian composer Angelo Piana has issued a new solo‑piano single titled “Mare Aperto.” Drawing on his jazz roots and formal studies in Milan and Siena, the piece weaves minimalism, modern classical, and ambient textures into an evocative seascape. The track...
Danny Django – “Oh Me Oh My”
Colorado‑based indie rocker Danny Django has dropped the single “Oh Me Oh My,” the lead track from his forthcoming sixth studio album, The Peach Orchard Field. The song was written and recorded alone in his basement studio in the wake...
Highway Wolf – “No Time For Time”
San Francisco‑based collaborative project Highway Wolf released its debut original track “No Time For Time,” a meditative, guitar‑driven song inspired by the death of a close friend. Led by Mick Hellman with Tal and Amber Morris, the recording features a roster...
Jeffrey Chan – “Rebound Boy”
Sydney‑born, Los Angeles‑based Jeffrey Chan drops the electro‑pop single “Rebound Boy,” a synth‑driven track that delves into the emotional gray zone of modern situationships. Drawing on Pet Shop Boys‑style new wave, his classical piano background underpins melodic vocals layered over...
The 3 Biggest Stories in Music: Bieber’s Payday, Ye’s Comeback, and $64B for Universal Music Group
The episode breaks down three headline music‑industry stories: Bill Ackman’s $60 billion bid to take Universal Music Group private, Kanye West’s (Ye) tumultuous comeback tour and its fallout with the UK government, and Justin Bieber’s $10 million Coachella set amid rumors about catalog...
Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Class Of 2026: Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Billy Idol, Luther Vandross, Celia Cruz, Wu-Tang...
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class, featuring a mix of rock legends, metal icons, R&B stalwarts, and the first hip‑hop collective. Phil Collins becomes a two‑time inductee after his earlier Genesis honor, while Wu‑Tang Clan...
Texas Music Revolution Fest Reveals 2026 Lineup, New Documentary
The Texas Music Revolution Fest marks its 30th anniversary in June 2026, returning to McKinney, Texas for a two‑day showcase. The lineup features Texas stalwarts such as Shane Smith & the Saints, Ray Wylie Hubbard, and special guest Kiefer Sutherland. Alongside...
Ruth Iniesta Makes Historical Encore in ‘Jugar Con Fuego’ at the Teatro De La Zarzuela
Ruth Iniesta made history on April 12 at Madrid’s Teatro de la Zarzuela by earning a rare encore during the revival of Barbieri’s zarzuela “Jugar con Fuego.” She starred as Leonor/Duquesa de Medina, delivering a standout performance of the demanding third‑act Romanza...
Oasis, Phil Collins and Sade to Join Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its 41st‑annual class, inducting Oasis, Phil Collins, Sade, Wu‑Tang Clan, Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order and Luther Vandross. The ceremony is slated for Nov. 14 at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater and will stream on ABC and Disney+...
Walkways Drops Aggressive New Single “A F**k You, A Thank You” With Video
Tel Aviv alt‑metal outfit Walkways released the hard‑hitting single and video “A F**k You, A Thank You” on April 12, 2024. The track, mastered by Forrester Savell and mixed by drummer Priel Horesh, draws lyrical inspiration from the film Split...
The Highs, Lows, and Whoas of Coachella 2026
Coachella 2026 returned as both a massive in‑person event and a YouTube‑driven livestream spectacle, cementing its role as a cultural megaphone. The festival spotlighted breakout artists like Dijon and Labrinth, while established acts such as Katseye navigated controversy over member...
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...
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