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George Harrison’s ‘Something’ Crowned Beatles’ Greatest Love Song
George Harrison’s 1969 ballad “Something,” originally released on the Abbey Road album, has been hailed as the Beatles’ greatest love song. The track topped charts upon release and has earned lasting critical acclaim, cementing Harrison’s reputation alongside Lennon and McCartney.
Michael Lane, operating under the ambient moniker Boy of Sleep, has dropped the new single “117-155” as a preview of his forthcoming album Ambient Works: Vol., slated for release later this year. The track showcases his signature minimalist, emotive soundscape, layering patient drones with subtle melodic growth. Lane’s previous releases, such as “Whispers Between Stars” and “No Clue,” have cultivated a niche following that appreciates tranquil, meditative music. The single is now available for streaming on the We All Want Someone To Shout For platform.
R&B legend Brandy was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, cementing her three‑decade career. Monica appeared at the ceremony, publicly celebrating Brandy’s achievement and underscoring their long‑standing musical bond. The duo’s 1998 hit “The Boy Is...
In this 95‑minute episode of "Foo's Files," host Dan Harrison chats with a longtime Foo Fighters fan who worked at the band's Close Quarters studio alongside Dave Grohl. They discuss the band's unique fan‑first culture, how that interaction shapes a...
Amsterdam‑based dream pop outfit Pale Puma, formerly known as Django Duyns, has issued a revamped version of the track “TBV.” The new recording retains the original’s Fontaines D.C.-style post‑punk edge while layering a pronounced dream‑pop sheen, creating a distinct sonic...
French synthwave artist Harbinger released the Wavesyzer EP on March 31, 2026, following his 2024 debut. The four‑track collection blends retro‑futuristic space‑race motifs with danceable electronica, drawing on influences such as Jean‑Michel Jarre, Kavinsky and Daft Punk. Tracks like “Nova,” “Solar,”...
Budapest singer‑songwriter Villő debuted her first full‑length album, *Madárlány*, on the indie label Move Gently Records. The record weaves dream‑pop, folk, and cinematic elements, using bird symbolism and siren‑like vocals to create a haunting yet serene atmosphere. Critics liken the...
Denver‑based multi‑instrumentalist BEOM releases his self‑produced debut album HOME, merging jazz theory, classical training, and synth‑driven production. The record blends English and Korean lyrics, offering intricate low‑end movements, atmospheric harmonies, and genre‑bending tracks like “Sunshine,” “Paint Me Blue,” and the...
Tokyo‑based producer KHROTO releases “Betsuni Heiki,” a pop‑hip‑hop‑R&B single featuring vocalist YU‑KA and rapper HIDEKICHI. The track blends piano‑forward harmonies, crisp rap flows, and nostalgic R&B textures to portray the uncertainty of adulthood masked by casual reassurance. Critics note the...
Jeremy Parks, an Atlanta‑based singer‑songwriter, releases the emotive folk track “Love Through the Rear View (Amy).” Inspired by a longtime friend, the song examines how witnessing resilience deepens personal affection. The arrangement blends subdued acoustic verses with a richer chamber‑folk...
Jordi Savall will close the Schubert Club’s 2025‑26 International Artist Series at the Ordway in Saint Paul on April 16, 2026, leading his ensembles Hespèrion XXI and La Capella Reial de Catalunya. The concert, titled “Songs, Battles, and Dances from the Old and the New World,”...
Salle Cortot unveiled its April 2026 calendar, opening with a concert on April 4 that pairs Debussy’s “Danse sacrée et danse profane” with orchestrated songs by Duparc and Shostakovich’s Chamber Symphony. A contemporary program drawing on Amerindian traditions follows on April 7,...
White Denim announced a 2026 tour that spans the United States and Europe in support of their forthcoming album 13, due April 24 on Bella Union. The itinerary kicks off with warm‑up shows in May, a West‑coast summer leg from July 7‑16, followed by...
Melissa Auf der Maur, former Hole bassist and 90s alt‑rock icon, discussed her new memoir *Even the Good Girls Will Cry* and highlighted a direct link between Hole and pop star Olivia Rodrigo. After Rodrigo thanked Auf der Maur’s daughter...
Former Queensrÿche frontman Geoff Tate discussed the paradox of being both recognized and overlooked by fans while touring, noting how imitators both flatter and surprise him. He announced the May 3 release of "Operation: Mindcrime III," a concept album that revisits the...
Renowned violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja has publicly denounced the abrupt removal of Markus Hinterhäuser from his role as artistic director of the Salzburg Festival. She described the decision as a betrayal of the festival’s soul and lamented the loss of his visionary programming....
The Best Summer, a documentary directed by Tamra Davis, will screen at the 73rd Sydney Film Festival in June. Built from archival footage of the 1995‑96 Summersault tour, the film features never‑seen performances by the Beastie Boys, Sonic Youth, Foo...
George Harrison’s post‑Beatles legacy is anchored by his 1970 triple‑album All Things Must Pass, which supplies the majority of his top‑ten solo tracks. The list highlights iconic songs such as “My Sweet Lord,” “Give Me Love (Give Me Peace on...
Bob’s Burgers released a surprise sketch where characters Bob and Gene cover Joy Division’s 1979 single “Transmission.” The animation features bedroom‑stage visuals and toy‑instrument sounds, turning a post‑punk anthem into a whimsical, family‑friendly performance. The original track, Joy Division’s first...
Neal Francis, the acclaimed keyboardist, has added five new summer 2026 tour dates spanning Montana, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Baltimore. The shows run from July 12 at Pine Creek Lodge in Livingston, MT, to August 15 at Union Craft Brewing in Baltimore, MD....
Celine Cairo, the Dutch singer‑songwriter, has released “Woman,” the third single from her upcoming third album Panacea. The track, recorded in Amsterdam with longtime collaborators and featuring a lush string arrangement, was mastered in Berlin. A heartfelt music video starring...
Portland‑based folk singer‑songwriter Anna Tivel released the single “Gunmetal Blue,” the lead track from her forthcoming Animal Poem B‑Sides collection, which supplements her 2025 album Animal Poem. The song is described as a slow‑burn ballad with vulnerable lyrics, ethereal instrumentation,...
Tony Dolan announced that Venom Inc. will issue a South‑America live album, a mini‑EP with two new tracks and re‑recordings, and a special Kiss FM studio session before recording a full‑band third album. The band’s current trio—Dolan, drummer Marc Jackson...
Yeat announced The Love/Lyfe Tour 2026, a 18‑date North American summer run supporting his new album ADL (A Dangerous Lyfe/A Dangerous Love). The itinerary spans major markets from Minneapolis to San Diego, with a special Yeat & Friends concert at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome...
Tinariwen, the legendary Tuareg blues‑rock collective, released its tenth studio album *Hoggar* on March 13 through their own Wedge label. The 11‑track record blends traditional desert sounds with contemporary influences and features collaborations with younger Tuareg groups Imarhan and Terakaft,...
Dutch sister duo Sarah Julia have announced their debut album, “The Fear That This is Real,” slated for release on October 9, 2026 through Nettwerk. The album follows their recent single “Bigger Picture” and introduces another track, “Conversation,” which reflects today’s polarized political...
Steve Perry, the iconic voice of Journey, has definitively ruled out any reunion with the band, ending long‑standing speculation. Jonathan Cain admitted he deliberately spread false rumors in a February interview to stir fan interest, only to be rebuked by...
David Byrne appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, performing "When We Are Singing" from his new album Who Is the Sky?. The record, released through Matador Records, is Byrne’s first full‑length studio effort since 2018’s American Utopia and...
Corrosion of Conformity has issued the double‑album “Good God / Baad Man,” their first full‑length release in eight years. The 67‑minute record features new bassist Bobby Landgraf and returning drummer Stanton Moore, and marks the final recordings of original drummer Reed Mullin, who...
This week’s classical releases span iconic reissues and fresh recordings, highlighted by Decca’s remastered Luciano Pavarotti “Verismo” album and a new Tenor Arias collection. Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky delivers a live Puccini Heroines set recorded in February 2025, while countertenor Randall Scotting issues a...
Greg Puciato addressed rumors about rejoining The Dillinger Escape Plan during a Music Is My Life interview, emphasizing his pride in the band’s legacy while focusing on new creative pursuits. He praised the early work with original vocalist Dimitri Minakakis, especially...
Times Culture editor Dave Renard curates a playlist of ten iconic 1980s synth‑pop tracks, noting their frequent use in contemporary TV dramas like HBO’s *Industry*. He highlights how the genre, often dismissed as light‑hearted, repeatedly tackled serious subjects such as...
Umphrey’s McGee has added nine additional summer 2026 shows, extending its tour into the Mid‑Atlantic in July and the Midwest in August. The new dates follow the band’s co‑headlining run with moe. and precede a series of festival appearances. Pre‑sale tickets...
Women in metal continue to battle entrenched misogyny, from being dismissed as mere “female‑fronted” acts to facing harsher scrutiny over appearance and vocal style. Pioneers such as Maria Ferrero, who signed seminal thrash bands in the 1990s, and modern artists...
John Andrews releases his fifth solo record, STREETSWEEPER, with backing collective the Yawns. The album weaves personal anecdotes—from playing hockey to a part‑time stint with the NYC Parks Department—into a mellow, bright soundscape. Guest musicians Luke Temple, Star Moles and...
Hip‑hop icon J. Cole told the Lost in Vegas YouTube channel that music streaming’s flat‑rate model devalues songs by removing the financial commitment that once drove deeper listener engagement. He contrasted today’s unlimited catalog with the era of buying CDs or...
Sleepbomb released the video for “A Gift of Crom,” a dreamy interlude from their upcoming album *Songs in the Key of Conan*. The album reimagines the 1983 *Conan the Barbarian* film with doom‑metal arrangements while incorporating clarinet, saxophone and flute...
AI is lowering the barrier to making music to almost zero. Tools like Suno let anyone generate songs from simple prompts, turning creation into something instant and accessible. That opens the door to massive creativity, but also raises questions about originality...
The Callous Daoboys, a mathcore outfit that earned critical acclaim with their 2025 album “I Don’t Want to See You in Heaven”, announced a new single slated for release on Thursday, April 2. The band posted a 19‑second teaser on Twitter,...
American metalcore band '68 announced their final studio album, *They Are Survived*, slated for release on May 28, with the lead single “ALWAYS LOVE” already streaming. The group will support the record with a North American farewell tour kicking off May 13...
Seattle’s Bumbershoot Arts & Music Festival announced its 2026 lineup, slated for September 5‑6 at Seattle Center. Hardcore act Turnstile and indie stalwarts Death Cab for Cutie will headline, coinciding with Death Cab’s new album *I Built You A Tower*. The...
Seattle’s Bumbershoot festival returns Sep. 5‑6, 2026, with hardcore band Turnstile headlining Saturday and indie‑rock stalwarts Death Cab for Cutie closing Sunday. The two‑day event features a genre‑spanning roster that includes Japanese Breakfast, Bikini Kill, De La Soul, and a 10th‑anniversary set by Noname. Visual art installations...
Hanif Abdurraqib’s essay in GQ revisits Jay‑Z’s 1996 debut Reasonable Doubt, using the album as a lens to explore the distinction between hustlers and gangsters. He argues that Jay‑Z escaped direct violence, positioning the record as a “hustler text” that...
Shinichi Atobe, the once‑elusive Japanese producer known for the 2001 Chain Reaction classic "Ship‑Scope," gave his first interview in 2024 and announced the full‑length album Silent Way on his own Plastic & Sounds imprint. The record spans his early dub‑techno roots to the...
Gorillaz’s long‑awaited Netflix movie fell apart after the studio’s key contact quit, leaving Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett in a creative limbo. While waiting for the film to restart, the duo channeled frustration into their eighth album, Cracker Island, released...
If you know my friend @thisisrozzi , you already know. If you don’t, this is your sign. Her new album Fig Tree drops May 8th and it’s the kind of music that makes you pull over and just sit in...
people who like jack harlow watching his album rollout vs. people who dislike jack harlow watching his album rollout https://t.co/dyr8zfkI2b
Trey Anastasio announced his new acoustic live album, *Live and Acoustic*, slated for release on Friday, April 3, via his independent label Rubber Jungle Records. The record captures performances from his sold‑out 2025 Spring Acoustic Tour, a 20‑show run that marked...
'Unpretty Rapstar: Hip Pop Princess' group H//PE Princess (from CJ ENM + marketing company Hakuhodo's joint venture Chapter-I) signs global deal with @WarnerMusic Group before Q2 debut They're co-managed by Chapter-I + Amoeba Culture in Korea, WMG oversees Japan + broader...
Mos Def & the Robert Glasper Experiment covering De La's "Stakes Is High" at A Vaulx Jazz Festival (2014) https://t.co/6WMG2qWed1
On the 20th Anniversary of his debut cult classic, I spoke to Mickey Avalon about his early graffiti days, modern social media vs. the Myspace era, "Jane Fonda," the Boost Mobile commercial with Jeezy & Jermaine Dupri &...
