Today's Music Pulse
Future and Tyla headline World Cup opening with “Game Time”
Future and Tyla performed “Game Time” at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles. The star‑studded show also featured performances by Katy Perry, LISA and Anitta, according to Billboard. The event highlights music’s central role in the global tournament.
XCOMM Announce Debut Album ‘Time To Burn’
Hardcore outfit XCOMM announced their debut full‑length album “Time To Burn,” slated for release on May 22 through Blowed Out Records. The record features ten tracks, including the lead single “Borrowed Happiness,” and was produced by renowned metal‑producer Ross Robinson. Drummer Revel Ian, son of Anthrax legend Scott Ian, highlighted the raw, emotional recording process. Band members praised the youthful energy that defines the album’s aggressive blend of thrash, punk, and hardcore.
M.I.A. Unveils Gospel‑Infused Album M.I.7 and Lead Single “Everything”
M.I.A. announced her seventh studio album, M.I.7, slated for April 17, and released the lead single “Everything.” The project, described as a gospel record rooted in prayer and biblical imagery, marks her first full‑length release since 2022’s Mata and comes...
Kanye West Teams With Nepo Kids for Upcoming Tour
kanye west and the nepo baby all-stars (north west, andre troutman, zion marley and yg marley) coming soon to a city near you
Heeseung Begins His Solo Era as Evan
Former Enhypen main vocalist Heeseung has officially left the group and relaunched his career under the moniker Evan. Belift Lab introduced new social channels and a minimalist visual concept that emphasizes raw authenticity. The rebranding highlights his personal history, with...
Cactus Lee Shares Lone Star Video
Cactus Lee has unveiled a new video for the single “Lone Star,” a folk‑country track written by Kevin Dehan. The song’s driving rhythm and lyrical nod to Texas imagery have drawn early praise from niche music circles. The video drops ahead...
ELLiS‑D, Congratulations, Bottle Rockets & More Confirmed to Play Twisterella 2026
Twisterella’s 2026 edition returns to Middlesbrough on Saturday, October 3, featuring experimentalist ELLiS‑D, party‑rock outfit congratulations and Glasgow quartet Bottle Rockets as headliners. The festival will span multiple venues, including Teesside University Students’ Union and the Town Hall Crypt, and adds...
Offset Shot Outside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida – Hospitalized but Stable
Rapper Offset was shot near the valet area of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, and is now in stable condition at a local hospital. Police detained two suspects and arrested rapper Lil Tjay for a preceding...
Weekly Newsletter Highlights New Music Reviews and Film Thoughts
In this week's newsletter: reviews of the new @more_eaze, @BenSeretan & John Thayer, Leila Bordreuil & Kali Malone, Foote/Dickow, ex_libris, and more (plus stray thoughts on Wes Anderson and, uh, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie) https://t.co/uStmzMpjf0 https://t.co/cEKk8EbzCp
L.A. Phil Creates New Position, Conductor-In-Residence, For Anna Handler
The Los Angeles Philharmonic has created a new three‑season conductor‑in‑residence position, appointing 30‑year‑old Anna Handler, a rising conductor and former Dudamel fellow. Handler will conduct three weeks each season at Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Hollywood Bowl while collaborating...
The Format’s First LP in 20 Years Lands Where It Belongs
The Format released Boycott Heaven, their first studio album in two decades, ending an 18‑year hiatus. The record blends alt‑country, Britpop, folk, and electronic textures while tackling themes of fame, faith, and personal fulfillment. Frontman Nate Ruess returns after successful...
Oli Steadman and a Musical Marathon: “365 Days of Folk” Goes Beyond Its Goal
Multi‑instrumentalist Oli Steadman, best known from Stornoway, completed a year‑long challenge to learn one folk song each day, surpassing his original goal. The "365 Days of Folk" marathon blended South African, Anglo‑concertina, Spanish and other traditions, turning the project into...
Phish’s Trey Anastasio Makes Surprise Appearance At Marc Maron & Friends Divided Sky Foundation Benefit
Phish frontman Trey Anastasio made an unannounced appearance at the Marc Maron & Friends Divided Sky Foundation benefit in Los Angeles, delivering a 25‑minute improvisational set that blended his solo material with extended jams. The intimate Largo at Coronet venue,...
Unknown – Uu014
The UK‑based Unknown label released the six‑track EP uu014 without revealing the artist or track titles, turning anonymity into a marketing hook. An enterprising Discogs user later linked the record to Australian producer Trustee, confirming the mystery’s eventual resolution. Musically,...
Adam O’Farrill’s ‘ELEPHANT’ Is Simply Brilliant
Adam O’Farrill, hailed by the New York Times as a leading jazz trumpeter, releases his first quartet‑led album, ELEPHANT, in 2025. Joined by pianist Yvonne Rogers, bassist Walter Stinson and drummer Russell Holzmann, the record mixes post‑bop rigor with free‑form improvisation and electronic...
Body Type Return With New Single “And What Else?”
Australian post‑punk quartet Body Type has broken a brief hiatus with the release of their new single “And What Else?” and an accompanying video. The track arrives as the band signs to Stu Mackenzie’s p(doom) Records, marking their first release under...
Gigi Masin Confronts Loss with Blissed-Out Ambience
Italian ambient pioneer Gigi Masin, who lost his entire catalog in a 2007 flood, is returning with his first solo album in six years, *Movements*, slated for May 29 on Sacred Bones. The record confronts the recent death of his wife, yet...
Walter Kolm’s Blueprint for Latin’s Global Domination
Walter Kolm, CEO of WK Entertainment, is redefining Latin music management by blending data analytics with global touring and brand partnerships. He recently launched a joint‑management deal with Massivo Entertainment to expand Puerto‑Rican star Farruko’s international presence using a 360°...
Michael J. Sheehy Revels in Gin-Soaked Americana
British singer‑guitarist Michael J. Sheehy releases the single “Full Moon, Empty Belly,” a stripped‑down track that leans into gothic Americana after his noisy Dream City Film Club era. Backed by the Hired Mourners, the song showcases sparse guitars, brushwire textures...
The Gaping Hole in Paul McCartney's Resume? His Solo Career
An analysis of Paul McCartney’s post‑Beatles output shows his collaborative work consistently outperformed his solo efforts on the charts. In the U.S., Wings and other partnerships yielded more No. 1 albums and a greater number of Top 10 singles than his solo...
Billie Holiday’s Birth Celebrated in Illustrated Tale
Mister and Lady Day – the charming illustrated story of Billie Holiday, born on this day in 1915, and the dog who loved her https://t.co/ImETu60BYq
Hulu Orders 50 Cent Documentary Series
Hulu has commissioned a three‑part documentary series that chronicles rapper‑turned‑entrepreneur 50 Cent’s evolution from Queens street hustler to global cultural icon. The untitled series will examine his influence across music, business ventures, and film, offering an intimate portrait of his legacy....
‘Michael’ Ending Changed Over Legal Concerns
Lionsgate’s upcoming Michael Jackson biopic has scrapped its original ending after the Jackson estate’s lawyers cited a settlement clause that bars the portrayal of accuser Jordan Chandler. Early cuts featured the pop star confronting police lights and investigators searching Neverland...
Urner – Afterimages
Urner’s new LP Afterimages, released on the young Amsterdam label topo2, marks the label’s most playful offering yet. The record blends twinkling music‑box tones, vintage new‑age textures, and 16‑bit video‑game ambience, evoking nostalgic RPG worlds. Standout tracks like “Options, Thoughts”...
20 Greatest Classic Rock Albums of the '90s, Ranked
Collider’s music writer Gabrielle Ulubay released a ranked list of the 20 greatest classic‑rock albums of the 1990s, highlighting seminal releases from Maná’s *¿Dónde Jugarán los Niños?* to The Cranberries’ *Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can’t We?*. The...
BIG BLUE 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Sparrow Blue, the Edmonton‑based rock outfit, has unveiled its biggest venture yet – the “Big Blue 2026 North American Tour.” The six‑week itinerary spans 20 U.S. and Canadian cities, kicking off in Toronto on April 2 at the historic Horseshoe Tavern....
Country Music’s Middle Road
In March, two female country artists—Ella Langley and Megan Moroney—simultaneously topped Billboard’s Hot 100 and Billboard 200, a first in nearly seven decades of chart history. Their pedal‑steel‑kissed breakup hit “Choosin’ Texas” and Moroney’s pop‑country album *Cloud 9* underscore a growing appetite for...
All One Song :: Brigid Mae Power on “Albuquerque”
Aquarium Drunkard’s "All One Song" podcast released a new episode featuring Irish singer‑songwriter Brigid Mae Power dissecting Neil Young’s 1975 track “Albuquerque.” The conversation places the song within Young’s Ditch Era, noting its stark, lonely soundscape and lyrical melancholy. Power, whose decade‑long...
Daddy Yankee Named 2026 Latin Person of the Year
The Latin Recording Academy has named reggaeton pioneer Daddy Yankee the 2026 Latin Person of the Year. The honor celebrates his three‑decade career that turned reggaeton into a worldwide genre, highlighted by chart‑topping hits such as “Gasolina” and his contribution...
Chris Brain Shares ‘Kinds Of Kindness’ From Forthcoming Album “Red Sun Rising”
Chris Brain released the third single “Kinds Of Kindness” from his upcoming fourth album Red Sun Rising on May 1, accompanied by a music video. The album, issued through indie label Big Sun Records, delves into British pastoral motifs and themes...
Brands and Music: KFC Single and Leon Thomas’s Delta Show
KFC has entered the music arena with "Finger Lickin’ Machine," a track released on streaming services and accompanied by a YouTube video to promote its latest menu deal. The video gathered 2.8 k views on its first day, while Spotify play...
Cocktail 2’s Jab Talak: Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Rashmika Mandanna’s Dance Number Is Reminiscent of ‘Tum Hi Ho Bandhu’
Cocktail 2’s beach‑party song “Jab Talak” has moved from an exclusive theatrical preview to a digital release, showcasing Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna dancing on a sun‑kissed shoreline. The track, composed by Pritam and voiced by Arijit Singh and Akasa Singh, deliberately...
Niche, Cryptic, Trippy: Coachella’s Billboards Are a Preview of Music Branding in 2026
Coachella 2026’s desert billboard campaign features cryptic, font‑driven visuals for headliners such as Justin Bieber, Katseye, Karol G and others. The ads replace traditional copy with niche aesthetics—gooey neon fonts, emoji mosaics, and minimalist typography—turning each sign into a brand signal...
Ex_libris – 003
Dutch producer Dave Huismans, known as 2562 and A Made Up Sound, has released ex_libris 003, the third installment in his self‑released series after a near‑decade hiatus. The album continues his habit of subverting deep house, ambient, and dub‑techno conventions, delivering...
The Pianist – the One with the Nice Nazi – Is Now a Musical
The world premiere of The Pianist musical will open at London’s Park Theatre on 15 October 2026. The stage adaptation draws from Wladyslaw Szpilman’s memoir, which inspired Roman Polanski’s Oscar‑winning film. Written and directed by Thom Southerland, the production features Szpilman’s original compositions with...
Wireless Festival Canceled After UK Bars Kanye West Over Antisemitic Remarks
The Home Office blocked Kanye West from entering the United Kingdom, leading organizers to cancel London’s Wireless Festival and issue full refunds. The decision sparked political condemnation and a sponsor withdrawal, underscoring the growing clash between artist controversy and live‑event...
‘We Wanted to Put a Mark on the World’: The Sweaty, Singular Indie Music Scene of Early-00s Brighton
In the early 2000s Brighton became a hotbed for indie music, anchored by intimate venues like the Free Butt and the Lift that nurtured a wildly diverse roster of bands. Artists such as Bat for Lashes, Sea Power, the Pipettes...
Sara Persico Has Better Taste Than I Do
Sara Persico, a classically trained vocalist from Naples now based in Berlin, has carved a niche in avant‑garde music with releases like the 2023 EP “Boundary” and the sprawling LP “Sphaîra,” which incorporates field recordings from Lebanon’s abandoned Niemeyer‑designed fair....
Éliane Radigue: A Legacy of Listening Closely, Together
French composer Éliane Radigue, who died in February 2024, left a profound legacy as a pioneer of drone‑based electronic and acoustic music. Beginning with her early feedback works in the late 1960s and the iconic ARP 2500 synth pieces such as...
The Itch Have Shared ‘No More Sprechgesang’ Ahead of Debut Album ‘It’s The Hope That Kills You’
British indie duo The Itch has released the single “No More Sprechgesang” as a pre‑release for their debut album It’s The Hope That Kills You, slated for Friday. The record arrives through a joint venture between Fiction Records and I OH YOU...
Frost Children Have Shared ‘SISTER (Remixed)’ with The Dare, Ninajirachi and More
Frost Children have issued the remix EP “SISTER (remixed)”, featuring fresh takes from The Dare, ninajirachi, Olswel, Saska and swedm®. The collection arrives through True Panther/Dirty Hit and includes a standout collaboration on “Sisters”. Simultaneously, the duo announced an extensive...
Courtney Barnett Has Announced a UK and European Tour Following ‘Creature of Habit’
Courtney Barnett announced a European tour to promote her fourth album, *Creature of Habit*. The 12‑date run starts in Berlin on October 5 and ends with a headline show at London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town on October 20. The itinerary spans Germany,...
Dublin Duo Burglar Have Shared ‘Star-Crossed’ Ahead of Their First UK Headline Tour
Dublin‑based indie duo Burglar released their new single “Star‑Crossed” through the TULLE label, setting the stage for their first UK headline tour in late April 2026. The track follows the January‑released “Lovey” and delves into themes of anxiety and the...
Rising Pop Experimentalist Rian Brazil Has Shared Two New Tracks and Announced EP ‘Engine Heartbreak’
London‑based experimental pop artist Rian Brazil has unveiled two new songs, “a butterfly was born” and “things 2 make U smile,” from his upcoming eight‑track EP “Engine Heartbreak.” The EP, slated for release on May 20 via Black Butter Records, follows...
Rua Rí Shares New Single & Video “Makeover”
Irish singer‑songwriter Seán Damery, performing as Rua Rí, released the single “Makeover” and its accompanying video on 1 May. The track, born from a stint of unemployment while busking on Cork’s Shandon Bridge, leads up to his debut album Tell Your Mother I...
WATCH: The Maine Perform ‘Die To Fall’ On The Kelly Clarkson Show
The Maine appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show, delivering a live rendition of their lead single “Die To Fall” to promote the forthcoming album Joy Next Door, slated for release on April 10 via Photo Finish Records. The performance highlighted vocalist...
Oma Totem – Exercicis Rítmics Volum 2
Catalan producer Ignasi Sadurní, under the oma totem name, releases his second album “Rhythmic Exercises Vol. 2” on Hivern Discs, three years after the acclaimed debut. The record expands his percussive techno palette with bigger, club‑scale sounds while preserving the intricate...
Bleachers Have Announced a Major UK and European Tour, Culminating at London’s Eventim Apollo
Bleachers announced a 17‑date UK and European tour slated for November‑December 2026, culminating with a headline show at London’s Eventim Apollo on December 3. The tour supports the band’s fifth studio album, everyone for ten minutes, which drops on May 22 via...
Stray Planets – Your Revolution
Dublin‑based indie outfit Stray Planets released the single "Your Revolution," a track that fuses shoegaze textures with 1960s‑era pop sensibilities. Critics liken its sound to early‑90s icons Boo Radleys and House of Love, suggesting a nostalgic yet fresh approach. The...
BTS Goes Back to Its Roots in Hooligan MV, Their Third Visual From Comeback Album ARIRANG
South Korean boy band BTS released the high‑energy “Hooligan” music video, the third visual from their comeback album ARIRANG, on April 8, 2026. The video, featuring all‑black outfits, masked dancers, and a sword‑wielding cameo, nods to the group’s 2017 “Not Today” parking‑garage...
5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Detroit Jazz
Detroit’s jazz scene emerged in the late 1940s alongside the auto industry, nurtured by public‑school programs and after‑hours jam sessions on Hastings Street. By the 1950s the city produced legends such as Tommy Flanagan, Barry Harris and Elvin Jones, whose...