Today's Music Pulse
Oliver Tree dies at 32 in Rio de Janeiro helicopter crash
Singer‑songwriter Oliver Tree was killed in a helicopter accident in Rio de Janeiro at age 32. The tragedy was reported by multiple outlets, confirming the location and cause of death.
Jean Noir – “Brad’s Cabana”
Jean Noir’s new single “Brad’s Cabana,” crafted by former punk musician Jonny Black, fuses ambient textures, retro pop shimmer, and hazy Americana. The track opens with lyrical reflections on a Southern‑California hangout, while production incorporates iPhone‑recorded Amtrak horn pads for atmospheric depth. Drawing inspiration from The Beach Boys, the song layers lush synths and baroque vocal harmonies. It has been added to Obscure Sound’s Emerging Singles Spotify playlist, positioning the track for broader indie‑music discovery.
Baby Hollis – “Talking Stage”
Atlanta‑based musician Hollis Griffin, performing as baby hollis, has dropped the debut single “talking stage.” The track captures the exhilaration of early‑relationship moments with dreamy‑rock arrangements, jangly guitars, distortion, and hook‑laden vocals that echo Mitski’s emotive style. Its lyrical focus...
Braxton Keith Announces New, Debut Album “Real Damn Deal”
Braxton Keith’s debut album “Real Damn Deal” arrives on May 15 under Warner Records Nashville, cementing his status as a leading neotraditional country act. The Texas‑born singer already commands 2.2 million monthly Spotify listeners, filling venues with fans who crave classic‑styled...
Brain Is On Standby
Lee “Scratch” Perry joins avant‑garde electronica duo Mouse On Mars for the track “Rockcurry,” marrying the legendary dub reggae vocal style with the German group’s motorik‑driven synth grooves. The song’s bright, saturated keyboards and brisk tempo give it a garage‑flavored...
Raye's Experimental Second Album Hits 16M Streams; She Vows to Wait for Love Before Next Record
Raye released her experimental sophomore album "This Music May Contain Hope," which amassed over 15.95 million Spotify streams in its first day and earned a near‑perfect Pitchfork rating. The singer also announced she will not write her third album until she...
The Ancient Unknown – “Separated”
London‑based rock outfit The Ancient Unknown released “Separated,” a three‑minute track that fuses fierce guitar distortion with soaring vocals and piano accents. The song narrates a lover’s separation caused by political bureaucracy, echoing the emotional intensity of bands like Muse,...
3 Classic Rock Songs From the 1960s That Drove Moms and Dads Crazy
The article spotlights three iconic 1960s rock tracks that sparked generational tension, highlighting how the rebellious sound of the era clashed with parental expectations. It details each song’s lyrical edge, sonic innovation, and the cultural shockwaves they created among conservative...
Cardi B Defeats ‘Enough (Miami)’ Song Copying Lawsuit: ‘No Factual Support’
Cardi B won a federal court ruling that dismissed a Texas lawsuit alleging her 2024 single “Enough (Miami)” copied the unregistered track “Greasy Frybread.” Judge Fernando Rodriguez Jr. found the plaintiffs lacked factual support and could not establish personal jurisdiction...
Linea Personal Sprinkles R&B Soul in LP 'Todo Ø Nada'
Linea Personal, a Mexican‑American band from Stockton, released its sophomore LP “Todo ø Nada” on March 26, blending corridos tumbados with R&B, trap, blues and jazz influences. The three‑year project narrowed 50 recorded songs to a 13‑track album featuring a Future interpolation on...
MAMA Awards 2026 Goes Global From Osaka
The 2026 MAMA Awards will be held at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Japan from November 20-21. CJ ENM says in a press release it will "present a range of new on-site and online events, reflecting its commitment to delivering a truly...
5 Songs That Could Serve as CliffsNotes to Country Music in the 1970s
The article spotlights five emblematic 1970s tracks that map the decade’s country music spectrum—from Buck Owens’ Bakersfield‑style "Made in Japan" to Dolly Parton’s Nashville‑Sound ballad, Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson’s outlaw anthem, the Eagles’ country‑rock crossover "Desperado," and John Prine’s folk‑infused...
Black Sabbath’s Ozzy Osbourne and Geezer Butler Once Revealed How They Got ‘Ripped Off’ (But Ozzy Had This Extra Advantage)
In a 2013 Howard Stern interview, Ozzy Osbourne and bassist Geezer Butler disclosed how early Black Sabbath management siphoned off earnings and left the band burdened by massive tax bills. Their lack of business savvy meant they were paid far...
Algorithm Shifts Push Artists Toward Real‑world Support
Whe that IG algo switched up artists been struggling… That TikTok don’t hit like it used to either… Now we gone see who loves the work in real life.
Google Gemini’s Lyria Generates Full Songs Automatically
Creating song lyrics with AI is so 2025. Now you can compose entire songs using the Lyria model in Google Gemini. It's pretty darn astonishing. Here's how it works, with sample tracks in a variety of styles: https://t.co/7pNLIXLKWJ #gemini #lyria...
9 New Songs Out Today
BrooklynVegan’s daily roundup highlights nine freshly released tracks spanning metal, indie rock, emo, and shoegaze. Notable releases include Division of Mind’s two singles from the upcoming “Exoterror” album, Robber Robber’s “New Year’s Eve” ahead of “Two Wheels Move the Soul,”...
JPEGMAFIA’s Unexpectedly Hilarious Touch on BTS Song
the BTS song co-written by Jpegmafia is so funny. just imagining if he could've heard that 10 years ago and then was told that he helped make it. https://t.co/hugMu1U9oK
Lavelles – “And I Roll”
Los Angeles indie rock outfit Lavelles has returned with a double single, "And I Roll / Funny," released through MV 11 Records. The A‑side, "And I Roll," mixes post‑punk aggression with garage‑rock riffs and a 1990s throwback vibe, drawing comparisons...
4 of the Hairiest Hair Metal Bands That Make Me Instantly Smell Aquanet
The Vice piece spotlights four quintessential hair‑metal acts—Ratt, Twisted Sister, Poison and Mötley Crüe—detailing their 1980s rise, signature looks, and lasting influence. Ratt’s 1984 debut *Out of the Cellar* cemented their stadium‑rock reputation, while Twisted Sister’s anthems like “I Wanna Rock”...
Billy Joel’s The 100th: Live at Madison Square Garden (The Complete Concert) Coming to Blu-Ray and DVD
Sony Legacy Recordings will issue a Blu‑ray and DVD of Billy Joel’s *The 100th: Live at Madison Square Garden (The Complete Concert)* on May 29, 2024. The physical set adds 11 songs that were omitted from the CBS broadcast of the March 28, 2024...
Bob Dylan’s AI “Lectures From the Grave” Are an Accidental Warning for What Not to Do: Review
Bob Dylan launched a $5‑a‑month Patreon called "Lectures from the Grave," offering AI‑generated monologues, a faux Mark Twain letter, a short story, and a vintage video. The pieces use synthetic voices and fabricated pen names, delivering historically themed content that...
Ruthie Bandit Plots Goose Madison Square Garden Afterparties
Indie‑jam quartet Goose will headline Madison Square Garden on June 19‑20, 2026, marking a follow‑up to their sold‑out debut last summer. Dayglo Presents is extending the event with after‑parties featuring Ruthie Bandit, formerly Rivka Ruth, at nearby Hill Country BBQ....
BTS Album Embraces Free‑Form Capitalization Across Tracks
i like how the BTS album is capitalization agnostic. some song titles are in all caps, one is all lowercase, others are capitalized normally, it's all loosey goosey.
Hannah Peel & Beibei Wang Share New Chinese Tongue Twister Track, "Awaken the Insects"
Northern Irish composer Hannah Peel and Chinese percussionist Beibei Wang have released a new track, “Awaken the Insects,” as the second preview from their forthcoming album *The Endless Dance*. The piece reimagines a Chinese tongue‑twister with playful vocals and bamboo...
Disclosure Share Video for New Song “The Sun Comes Up Tremendous”
Disclosure has dropped its first 2026 single, "The Sun Comes Up Tremendous," featuring a rare lead vocal performance by Howard Lawrence. The track is accompanied by a visually striking video directed by Colt Grice and Moldyroom. The release follows the...
1967: Beatles Capture Iconic Sgt. Pepper Cover at Chelsea Manor
On this day in 1967, The Beatles shot the cover of their Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album at Chelsea Manor Studios in London. Turned out pretty good, don't cha think? https://t.co/RqUDJrvHUI
The Luck Behind The Beatles
On June 12, 1964, a half‑million‑plus crowd gathered in Adelaide to greet The Beatles, marking the largest audience they ever attracted. Their meteoric rise was not just talent and hard work; a series of near‑misses, timing quirks, and serendipitous encounters—from...
Liz Lawrence Grieves the Tragic Loss of Her Sister on New Album 'Vespers'
British singer‑songwriter Liz Lawrence announced her fifth album, Vespers, set for release on June 5 via Chrysalis Records. The record, written in a three‑week span after her sister Jessie’s fatal 2024 accident, is a stark, unembellished tribute aimed at offering comfort...
From ‘DTF St. Louis’ to ‘Project Hail Mary,’ This Dennis Wilson Song Is Having a Moment
Dennis Wilson’s 1977 solo track “Rainbows” has resurfaced after nearly five decades, appearing in the sci‑fi film *Project Hail Mary* and HBO’s series *DTF St. Louis*. The song underscores a scene where Ryan Gosling’s astronaut character marvels at Earth’s beauty, and a...
Periphery Announce ‘A Pale White Dot’, Will Release New Single “Mr. God” Thursday
American progressive metal outfit Periphery announced their upcoming album *A Pale White Dot*, slated for release on May 15 via 3 Dot Recordings. The band will drop a new single, “Mr. God,” this Thursday, with pre‑save options now available. This...
YE – Fka Kanye West – To Headline Wireless Festival
American artist YE, formerly Kanye West, will headline all three nights of the Wireless Festival in London from July 10‑12. The announcement follows the release of his delayed album “Bully,” which debuted with an exclusive listening party. This marks YE’s...
John Summit’s Rise From Accountant to DJ
John Summit, formerly CPA John Schuster at Ernst & Young, leveraged his 2020 single “Deep End” to become a globally recognized electronic music DJ and producer. The track’s viral streaming success propelled him onto worldwide festival circuits, culminating in a...
Paul McCartney’s Intimate Hollywood Show Draws Star-Studded Crowd Amid Political Tension
Paul McCartney played a two‑hour set at the 1,200‑seat Fonda Theatre in Hollywood on March 28, 2026, surrounded by a celebrity‑filled audience that included Taylor Swift, Stevie Nicks and Ringo Starr. The concert offered a musical refuge while the city...
It’s Mountain Music Time: How Alabama Owned Springtime in the 1980s
Alabama became the most successful country band in the 1980s, achieving eleven No. 1 albums and spending a total of 125 weeks atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart. A striking pattern emerged: each of their chart‑topping releases rose to No. 1 during...
Today In Hip Hop History: Onyx Dropped Their Debut Album ‘Bacdafucup’ 33 Years Ago
On March 30, 1993, Onyx released their debut album *Bacdafucup* on Rush Associated Labels. The record, chiefly produced by Jam Master Jay with contributions from Kool Tee, Chryskillz and Jeff Harris, introduced the group’s raw, high‑energy style. Hit singles like “Slam” and “Throw Ya Gunz” propelled...
DJ Dan’s Legacy: Global Dance Culture Beyond the Beats
DJ Dan built something that went far beyond records and festival sets. He built a culture. From the Funky Tekno Tribe to InStereo Recordings to dancefloors on five continents, he gave everything to the music. Gone at 57. The floor...
The Boo Radleys Announce New Album ‘In Spite of Everything,” Share “Bring Them Back Again”
The Boo Radleys, the British shoegaze/Britpop veterans, announced their second post‑reunion album, “In Spite of Everything,” slated for release on May 1 via Boostr Music. Produced by bassist Tim Brown, the record was created while he mourned the loss of his...
Mondays with Morgan: Emilio Solla – New Album ‘Handmade’
Argentine‑born pianist and composer Emilio Solla released his new album Handmade on March 13 via Club del Disco. The record features his nine‑piece ensemble La Inestable de Brooklyn, recorded in May 2025 at Brooklyn’s The Bunker with support from a...
Greensky Bluegrass Sets Premiere Of New Documentary ‘Find Ourselves Lost, The Iceland Sessions’
Greensky Bluegrass is releasing a new documentary, *Find Ourselves Lost, The Iceland Sessions*, premiering on April 5 via nugs and the band’s YouTube channel. The film marks photographer René Huemer’s directorial debut and follows the five‑member group recording the *Iceland Sessions* EP...
This Early 80s New Wave Band Almost Made It to Superstardom (And the Reason They Didn’t Is Unfair)
Romeo Void, a San Francisco new‑wave/post‑punk band formed in 1979, earned modest chart traction with 1984’s “A Girl In Trouble (Is A Temporary Thing)”, which reached #35 on the Hot 100. Their third album, Instincts, peaked at #68, but Columbia Records abruptly...
Jmsbxtr – “Ŝlimo”
jmsbxtr, a Brazilian indie project formed in 2025, released its debut album nemodulita earlier this year. The new single “ŝlimo” is the first track with vocals, sung in English and Portuguese, delivering a sense of hopelessness. Its lo‑fi shoegaze production...
Houston Grand Opera Unveils Bold 2026‑27 Season
Houston Grand Opera's 2026-27 season is here, six productions, world-class casts, and a bold new chapter of leadership. This is what opera at the highest level looks like. https://t.co/zyewVcFjVq
Turnpike Troubadours Extend Wild America Tour, Tickets Friday
Turnpike Troubadours have extended their "Wild America Tour" through the fall, and with over 2.2 billion streams and 'The Price of Admission' still in heavy rotation, these shows are going to move fast. Tickets for the new dates go on...
Birds Of A Feather by Billie Eilish Joins Just Dance+ March 31st, 2026
Ubisoft announced that Billie Eilish’s new single “Birds Of A Feather” will be added to the Just Dance+ streaming catalog on March 31, 2026. The track will be available through Just Dance+ subscriptions tied to the 2023, 2024 and 2025...
Teagan Johnston Debuts Stunning Release “My Luck”
Toronto‑based alternative artist Teagan Johnston has released “My Luck,” an introspective track that delves into feelings of unluckiness and disconnection. The song blends alt‑country and indie‑pop textures, supporting Johnston’s vulnerable vocal delivery. She also directed a striking video shot at...
The Mosfets Channel Defiance and Freedom Through Garage Rock Urgency on “Take A Chance”
The Mosfets have unveiled their first 2026 single, “Take A Chance,” ahead of a self‑titled EP slated for May 29, 2026. The track fuses garage‑rock grit with neo‑psychedelic flair, featuring unconventional beat‑drop verses that heighten its rebellious vibe. Recorded at Yeah Yeah...
Mark Fenster & Claude Laflamme Debuts Strong New Single “Reflections”
Mark Fenster and longtime collaborator Claude Laflamme have released a new single titled “Reflections,” a neo‑classical composition infused with world‑music textures. The track grew from Laflamme’s daily meditative piano improvisations, to which Fenster added lyrics that celebrate light, love, and collective...
Mudgoose – “Yum Cha Takeover”
New Zealand alt‑country/slowcore act Mudgoose released the album *Chasing Horse* earlier this year on Swamp Soul, featuring the lo‑fi track “Yum Cha Takeover.” The song was recorded on a Tascam 4‑Track cassette in a cold bedroom and draws its lyrics...
Watch Jeff Tweedy Cover Doobie Brothers & Grateful Dead In San Francisco
Jeff Tweedy’s solo tour stopped at San Francisco’s historic Fillmore, where he and his band delivered surprise covers of the Doobie Brothers’ 1979 hit “What A Fool Believes” and the Grateful Dead classic “Ripple.” The encore was part of Tweedy’s...
Prince's 1987 Sign O' The Times: His Best Album
"Sign o' the Times" "If I Was Your Girlfriend" "U Got the Look" "I Could Never Take the Place of Your Man" On this day in 1987, Prince released Sign O' The Times, the greatest album he ever released, and I will not take...
Tank & the Bangas End Balloon Trilogy With Powerful “Move”
Tank and the Bangas are closing out the balloon trilogy and "Move" featuring Lucky Daye is proof they're going out at full power. 'The Last Balloon' drops May 15, and it's going to be something. https://t.co/w2BFQEN6Og