Today's Music Pulse
Jack White Unveils Solo Album 'Frozen Charlotte' for July Release
Jack White announced his new solo album "Frozen Charlotte" slated for July 10. The Needle Drop confirmed the release date and details of the upcoming record.
Taj Mahal on Resurrecting a Lost Bill Withers Song as Title Track of New Album, ‘Time,’ More Than 60 Releases...
Taj Mahal announced his new album “Time,” slated for release on May 1, featuring a title track that revives an unreleased Bill Withers composition. The record, backed by his longtime Phantom Blues Band, includes guest Ziggy Marley and showcases a blend of blues, jazz, reggae, and soul. Mahal, now 84, recently earned both a lifetime‑achievement Grammy and a competitive Grammy, underscoring his enduring relevance after more than 60 albums. The album’s rollout coincides with an extensive U.S. tour and a pre‑order campaign.
Paul Overstreet Named New Songwriter Inductee to the Country Hall of Fame
Paul Overstreet was announced as the 2026 Country Music Hall of Fame songwriter inductee, joining veterans Ralph Stanley and modern star Tim McGraw. Overstreet’s catalog includes 27 Top‑Ten hits, two Grammy Awards and a record‑setting five consecutive BMI Songwriter of...
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country Outline Massive Summer Tour
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country announced a massive summer tour featuring more than 40 live dates across the United States and Alaska, kicking off on May 30 at Maybe It Was The Roses Music Festival in Ventura, California. The itinerary blends...
BONUS TRACKS: New Country Music From Ringo Starr, Bob Dylan Center Songwriter Fellowship, and More Roots Music News
Ringo Starr is set to release his country‑leaning album Long Long Road on April 24, reuniting with producer T Bone Burnett and featuring collaborators such as Molly Tuttle, Billy Strings, Sheryl Crow and St. Vincent. The Bob Dylan Center and Universal Music...
Halle Opera House to Stage Rare Schreker Opera ‘Das Spielwerk Und Die Prinzessin’
The Halle Opera House will present Franz Schreker’s seldom‑performed opera “Das Spielwerk und die Prinzessin” from April 11 to May 24, 2026. Conducted by Fabrice Bollon and directed by Nele Lindemann, the production features Thomas Weinhappel as Master Florian alongside a multinational cast. The staging revives the original 1913 version, which sparked...
“Up Down”
Madison‑based rapper‑producer Lightris has self‑released the new single “Up Down,” following his recent TikTok hit “Kwik Trip.” The track blends low‑end Milwaukee club drums, hyperpop vocal textures, and dance‑floor rhythms reminiscent of both Midwest bounce and European electronic scenes. Critics...
As December Falls Share Cover Of Twenty One Pilots’ ‘Message Man’
British rock outfit As December Falls has unveiled a fresh cover of Twenty One Pilots’ “Message Man,” featured on Rock Sound’s “Blurryface Reborn” compilation. The rendition blends the original’s melodic core with the band’s pop‑punk energy and glitch‑infused British rock aesthetic, while...
Sophie Moore – “Closer Than”
Sophie Moore’s new single “Closer Than” serves as a compelling preview of her forthcoming Trouble in Mind album, blending UK alt‑country sensibilities with Nashville‑style elegance. Produced by Mark Nevers and featuring members of Lambchop, the track layers warm brass, mellow...
BTS, Rvssian, Underscores, and All the Songs You Need to Know This Week
This week’s music roundup spotlights BTS’s comeback single “Swim,” marking the K‑pop megastar’s latest push into global charts. Rvssian teams with Afro‑beat heavyweight WizKid and Latin star Rauw Alejandro on the glittering track “Pongo,” while hyperpop producer Underscores drops “Hollywood...
3 Little-Known One-Hit Wonders From the 1990s That Weren’t Grunge or Even Rock
While the 1990s are remembered for grunge, several non‑rock one‑hit wonders also made a splash. Latin hip‑hop artist Mellow Man Ace reached No. 14 with “Mentirosa,” synth‑pop duo Cause&Effect hit No. 38 with “You Think You Know Her,” and UK electronic act The Prodigy’s “Firestarter”...
Netflix, Warner Music Group Partner For Artist Movies, Documentaries
Netflix and Warner Music Group announced a strategic partnership to produce documentary series and feature films centered on WMG’s artists and songwriters. The collaboration will be executed through Unigram, WMG’s production arm, which will develop each project with the artists...
Tim McGraw To Join Country Music Hall of Fame In 2026
Tim McGraw has been announced as the Modern Era inductee for the Country Music Hall of Fame’s 2026 class, joining veteran bluegrass duo the Stanley Brothers and songwriter Paul Overstreet. The modern‑era slot honors artists who achieved national prominence at...
Florida Georgia Line Reunite Onstage for First Time in Four Years
Florida Georgia Line reunited onstage at the Country Radio Seminar honoring Jason Aldean, marking their first performance since announcing an indefinite hiatus four years ago. The duo performed "You Make It Easy," a track they co‑wrote for Aldean that topped...
Failure’s “A Way Down” Pulls Inspiration From the Cure
Failure has released the single “A Way Down,” the lead track from their forthcoming seventh album Location Lost, due April 24. The song pays direct homage to early‑80s post‑punk icons The Cure and Siouxsie & the Banshees, blending angular guitars with bleak...
Seriously Though: JOSH SCOGIN Is Not Joining BETTER LOVERS
'68 announced its dissolution, scheduling a final show in Atlanta for June 20. Following the breakup, rumors circulated that vocalist Josh Scogin would replace Greg Puciato in Better Lovers. Scogin publicly refuted the speculation on Instagram, stating he is not...
Neurosis Release First New Album in a Decade
Neurosis has dropped their first album in a decade, “An Undying Love For A Burning World,” featuring eight tracks. The record was recorded over three weekends in Seattle and includes new contributions from SUMAC’s Aaron Turner on vocals and guitar....
Boxoffice Insider: Cardi B’s Little Miss Drama Tour Grosses $32M Midway Through Run
Cardi B’s Little Miss Drama Tour has generated over $32 million after 17 of its 35 North American arena dates, selling 209,622 tickets. Attendance averages 12,330 per show, with peaks above 13,800 in Las Vegas, Detroit, Seattle and Dallas. The tour...
Doc’n Roll NYC Film Fest 2026: Butthole Surfers, Rockers Revenge, Sex Pistols’ Glen Matlock, More
The Doc’n Roll NYC Film Festival returns for its 2026 edition, running April 28 through May 7 at four Manhattan and Brooklyn venues. The program spotlights a diverse slate of music documentaries, from the punk legacy of the Butthole Surfers...
Rise Against and Alkaline Trio Announce Co-Headlining Tour: How to Get Tickets
Rise Against and Alkaline Trio announced a co‑headlining U.S. tour that kicks off in Dallas on September 22 and concludes in Irvine, California on October 23, 2026. The month‑long run spans more than 20 venues across the East Coast, Midwest,...
Umphrey’s McGee Dish Out Debut Original on Second Night in Portland, Welcome Saxophonist Sean McLean
Umphrey’s McGee wrapped their Portland stop on March 19, delivering the first live performance of the new original “Cocoa Butter.” Guitarist Jake Cinninger was absent, having taken a personal leave earlier in the tour. The band invited New Orleans saxophonist Sean McLean, who...
Neil Diamond To Release New Album in 2026, Featuring Unheard Songs From His 2000s Collaborations With Rick Rubin
Legendary singer‑songwriter Neil Diamond will issue a new album, *Wild At Heart*, on May 8, 2026. The record features nine previously unheard songs from the 2007 *Home Before Dark* sessions and an alternate take of “Forgotten.” Produced by Rick Rubin, the release...
Ellie O’Neill – Time Of Fallow
Ellie O’Neill’s debut album *Time Of Fallow* delivers alt‑folk minimalism infused with personal storytelling, reflecting post‑pandemic introspection and queer identity. Recorded in a few days at the female‑run Analogue Catalogue studio, the record balances sparse guitar lines with haunting melodies....
CMU Selects - the Last Week’s Standout Releases
CMU’s weekly roundup highlights five new singles from diverse artists. Kelsey Lu returns with "Running To Pain," featuring collaborators Sampha, Kamasi Washington and Kim Gordon, positioning her upcoming album as a major release. Ed O'Brien, MRCY with Yazmin Lacey, Lime...
3 Country Covers That Sound Like They Were Written by the Artists Who Borrowed Them
The article spotlights three country covers—Brooks & Dunn’s “My Maria,” Alison Krauss’s rendition of “When You Say Nothing At All,” and Glen Campbell’s “Gentle On My Mind”—that have eclipsed their originals and become signature hits for the performers. Each cover retained core lyrical hooks while adding distinct vocal or instrumental flair, making the...
Tank & The Bangas Confirm Trilogy-Closing ‘The Last Balloon’ Album & 2026 Tour Dates
Tank & The Bangas will close their balloon‑themed trilogy with the May 15 release of The Last Balloon on Verve Forecast. The 13‑track album features high‑profile guests such as Lucky Daye, Ledisi, and Iman Omari, and was recorded with longtime collaborator Austin Brown in...
Labyrinth Soundtrack Receives 40th Anniversary Reissue
A limited‑edition vinyl reissue of the Labyrinth soundtrack has been announced to mark the film’s 40th anniversary. The special Crystal Edition drops on April 17, while a standard, digitally remastered pressing ships now. The six‑track Trevor Jones score is paired with...
King Gizzard & Billy Strings Stoke Collaboration Buzz With Studio Video
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard and bluegrass virtuoso Billy Strings have confirmed a studio collaboration after a video surfaced showing the two acts working together. The clip, posted by drummer Michael Cavanagh, captures the band teaching Strings a song,...
POISON THE WELL Releases Music Video For 'Weeping Tones' From 'Peace In Place' Album
Metalcore veterans Poison the Well have dropped their first album in 16 years, “Peace In Place,” on SharpTone Records. The band released an Anthony Altamura‑directed video for the third single “Weeping Tones,” which delves into themes of self‑suppression and resilient...
En Cohen Returns to Interview Crash Of Rhinos' Comeback
.@en_cohen came out of his book-writing hole to interview Crash Of Rhinos about their comeback https://t.co/3VJAbhTcVg
Must‑Watch Rolling Stone Interview: Thoughtful Discussion Captured
This is worth your time, if I do say so myself. A really thoughtful discussion, a real Rolling Stone interview, all captured on video. https://t.co/9GrnO5X2mo
Ice Nine Kills Share New Hair Metal Epic ‘Hell or High Slaughter (Grave Diggler: Pt. 2)’
American metalcore band Ice Nine Kills has released a re‑recorded version of the 80s hair‑metal anthem “Hell or High Slaughter (Grave Diggler: Pt. 2)” for the new film Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come. The track, originally by the fictional band...
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Country Music Hall of Fame Announces Tim McGraw, the Stanley Brothers and Paul Overstreet as Class of 2026 Inductees https://t.co/V6PaK9afMt via @variety
Boundaries Share Bludgeoning New Track ‘Skies Cast Amber Black’
British metalcore outfit Boundaries has inked a worldwide deal with Sumerian Records and launched a ferocious new single, “Skies cast amber black.” The track pushes the band’s aggression further, featuring seismic breakdowns, guttural vocals and apocalyptic atmosphere. It marks the...
“40 Years Later, I Still Get to Do the Thing I Love the Most. I Truly Have to Pinch Myself.”...
The Afghan Whigs announced a 40th‑anniversary North American tour, kicking off on April 25 in Woodstock, NY and wrapping on May 24 in Pioneertown, CA. The band also released their first new track since 2022, "House of I," recorded at...
Lights, Drones, Purple Pizza: BTS-Mania Takes Over Seoul
Seoul lit up with a massive drone show as BTS returned with their tenth studio album, “Arirang,” ending a three‑year hiatus. The group’s comeback sparked citywide celebrations, from illuminated landmarks to purple‑themed pastries, ice cream, and pizza. A concert at...
Keith Urban Surprised With St. Jude's Angels Among Us Award
Keith Urban was surprised onstage at the Country Radio Seminar when Randy Owen presented him with the St. Jude Angels Among Us Award. The honor recognizes Urban’s long‑standing support for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, including a recent visit to...
Keith Urban Surprised With St. Jude's Angels Among Us Award
Country radio icon Keith Urban was surprised onstage at the Nashville Country Radio Seminar with the Randy Owen Angels Among Us Award, recognizing his contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The award, presented by fellow musician Randy Owen, highlighted...
DAVID ELLEFSON And JEFF SCOTT SOTO Release Covers Of ELVIS PRESLEY And FEAR Classics
David Ellefson and Jeff Scott Soto’s joint project Ellefson‑Soto has dropped two surprise cover tracks—Elvis Presley’s “Jailhouse Rock” and Fear’s “I Don’t Care.” Both songs were recorded live at Rogue Recording in London’s Battery Studios during July 2025 sessions. The releases are timed ahead...
Gustavo Dudamel’s Portrait Emerges From a Season of Introductions
Gustavo Dudamel will assume the role of music and artistic director of the New York Philharmonic in the fall, after a season of high‑profile introductions. He has staged radical concerts, pop‑infused events with Bernadette Peters and Lin‑Manuel Miranda, and world...
MUNA's "So What" & 9 Other Tracks Out This Week
Nylon’s Soundcheck highlights ten new tracks, ranging from MUNA’s introspective "So What" to FLO’s dance‑ready "Leak It." The roundup showcases genre‑blending releases by emerging and established acts such as Coco Jones, Kelsey Lu, Grace Ives, and Girl Scout. Each song...
On Stage 36 Years Ago, Eric Clapton Appears on ‘SNL’ to Perform a Song About His and George Harrison’s Ex-Wife
In March 1990, Eric Clapton appeared on Saturday Night Live and performed three songs, including the ballad “Wonderful Tonight,” which he originally wrote for Pattie Boyd, the former wife of George Harrison. The SNL slot was part of a hectic...
ALISSA WHITE-GLUZ's BLUE MEDUSA Releases New Single 'Checkmate'
Former Arch Enemy frontwoman Alissa White‑Gluz has launched her new band Blue Medusa with the release of the single “Checkmate.” The track blends heavy riffs with melodic hooks and is accompanied by a chess‑themed video co‑directed by White‑Gluz and Vicente...
Maribou State Bid Farewell To Corsica Studios With A Back-To-Foundations Rave
Maribou State returned to London’s Corsica Studios for a War Child fundraiser, marking a nostalgic homecoming after years of larger‑scale gigs. The duo emphasized the unique energy of intimate venues, reshaping tracks like “Blackoak” and “Midas” to suit the cramped,...
Ralph Stanley / The Stanley Brothers Named New Hall of Fame Inductees
The Stanley Brothers have been announced as the 2025 Veteran’s Era inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame, joining Paul Overstreet and Tim McGraw in the 2026 class. The ceremony, held in Nashville’s Hall of Fame rotunda, featured Marty Stuart’s...
Renée Fleming & Béla Fleck Announce Joint Album & Share Single Featuring Dolly Parton
Renée Fleming and banjo legend Béla Fleck are set to release a cross‑genre album, *The Fiddle And The Drum*, on May 29 through Thirty Tigers. The record’s lead single, “In The Pines,” features country icon Dolly Parton, adding star power to the...
RADIOPUSHERS Launches the TWITCH Livestream Music Discovery Platform Powered by Indie Artists
RADIOPUSHERS launched a Twitch‑based Music Discovery Mix that lets independent artists co‑host live sessions, showcase visuals, and receive real‑time critique from panels and audiences. The stream is simultaneously rebroadcast on LOOKHU TV, reaching connected‑TV devices such as Amazon Fire, Roku, Samsung...
C.Y. Fest 2026 Canceled Amidst Allegations & Loads Of Artists Leaving
C.Y. Fest 2026 has been cancelled after founder Ignacio “Nacho Corrupted” Rodriguera was accused of sexual assault and misconduct. The allegations triggered a wave of artist boycotts, with Subhumans, Ghoul, Dropdead and others withdrawing. Promoter Scotty Heath briefly took over...
Mathilda Homer’s ‘Pretty In Blue’ Is A Note Of Empathy
Mathilda Homer returns with the single “Pretty In Blue,” a melodic track that blends honeyed tones with a sharp critique of patriarchal beauty standards. Written for a friend battling self‑esteem issues, the song expands into a universal anthem about feminine...
Filth Is Eternal Tap Fall Out Boy’s Joe Trohman for “So Below”
Filth is Eternal has unveiled their new album Impossible World, featuring a guest guitar solo from Fall Out Boy’s Joe Trohman on the track “So Below.” The record channels the band’s response to rapid gentrification, unchecked technological expansion, and rising authoritarianism, while also showcasing...
‘We Didn’t Want to Play the Game’: How Ladytron Became Unlikely Pop Survivors
Ladytron released their eighth studio album, "Paradises," in 2026, pivoting toward a Balearic‑inspired dancefloor sound. The band’s 2002 single "Seventeen" resurfaced on TikTok in 2021, catapulting the track into Spotify’s US Viral Top 50 and tripling streaming royalties. Throughout their career,...