Today's Music Pulse
Jay‑Z Announces Dual Stadium Shows in Paris and Los Angeles for 2026
Roc Nation revealed that Jay‑Z will headline two massive stadium concerts in 2026: September 10 at Paris’s Stade de France, which seats roughly 80,000, and October 23 at Los Angeles’s SoFi Stadium, with a capacity of up to 100,000. The dates add to three sold‑out Yankee Stadium performances earlier this year, bringing his total live shows for 2026 to six.
Hear Rising Alt-Metal Artist CENOBIA’s “Make Us Whole Again”
Australian alt‑metal artist Cenobia released her first 2026 single, “Make Us Whole Again,” following two breakout tracks in 2025 that amassed millions of streams. The song, teased through desert‑scape Instagram clips, explores identity loss and regret while maintaining the artist’s signature masked aesthetic. Compared with her earlier djent‑heavy releases, the new track leans toward atmospheric, watery guitar tones reminiscent of Deftones and Bad Omens. A striking, surreal music video accompanies the launch, reinforcing her enigmatic brand and expanding her global fan base.
The MerKaBa Brotherhood – “Galgalim”
The MerKaBa Brotherhood announced their self‑titled album, slated for release on May 15 through Mississippi Records. The lead single, “Galgalim,” showcases a blend of percolating percussion and oscillating Rhodes, echoing the calm of the trio’s earlier work while hinting at new‑age...
Ustaad Bhagat Singh Song ‘Collar Ey Etthara’: Mythri’s Biggest Ever Song Set, 1,500 Dancers and Pawan Kalyan in Full Flow
Mythri Movie Makers released the third single “Collar Ey Etthara” from the upcoming Telugu film Ustaak Bhagat Singh, showcasing Pawan Kalyan in a high‑energy dance sequence. The song was filmed on the studio’s largest set to date, employing between 1,200 and...
Rewire Completes 2026 Lineup
Rewire has unveiled the final wave of artists for its 2026 edition, adding experimental musicians Lucy Railton, Slikback, Matthew Herbert, and others to an already robust roster. The four‑day festival will run from 9 to 12 April across multiple venues in The Hague,...
Anjimile’s You’re Free to Go: Finding Liberation in Tenderness
North Carolina singer‑songwriter Anjimile is releasing his second album “You’re Free to Go” on March 13 via 4AD, produced by Brad Cook. The record expands his sound with dreamy chords and disruptive harmonies while centering the Black trans experience. Tracks like...
ALBUM REVIEW: Tony Trischka’s 'Earl Jam 2' Pays Tribute to Bluegrass Banjo Great, Earl Scruggs
Tony Trischka’s new album *Earl Jam 2* drops on March 13, 2026, extending his Grammy‑nominated tribute to bluegrass legend Earl Scruggs. The record blends traditional Scruggs‑style pieces with unexpected selections, such as “Here Comes the Bride,” showcasing the genre’s versatility. Trischka assembles...
Adiós Augie Meyers: 1940-2026
Augie Meyers, the 85‑year‑old musician and producer who co‑founded the Sir Douglas Quintet and the Texas Tornados, died on March 7, 2026. A versatile keyboardist, he helped define the Tex‑Mex rock sound of the 1960s and later blended country, rock, and Tejano in...
Get To Know… Nia Smith
Nia Smith’s breakout single “Give Up The Fear” quickly amassed a massive, emotionally resonant fanbase, prompting an unexpected creative pause in Jamaica. During that retreat she reflected on the importance of patience in artistry, coining the mantra that “you can’t...
Tedeschi Trucks Band – Future Soul
The Tedeschi Trucks Band is set to release its new studio album *Future Soul* next week, featuring all 12 members on most tracks. The record blends heavy blues roots with R&B, rock, and acoustic elements, delivering a dense wall‑of‑sound experience....
Fire in the Mountains 2026 Preview: Yaotl Mictan, Savage Oath, Galvanist, and Nocturne
Fire in the Mountains 2026 runs July 23‑26 in Cut Bank, Montana, featuring a near‑complete lineup that now includes Agalloch performing the full Ashes in the Wake album, Abbath’s side‑project I revisiting Between Two Worlds, and a still‑secret surprise headliner....
Andrew Sa – “Lavender Cowboy”
Andrew Sa’s debut album American Rough arrives on June 26 via Bloodshot Records, led by the single Lavender Cowboy. The track pays homage to gay‑country pioneer Patrick Haggerty, whose 1973 Lavender Country album broke barriers. Produced by H.C. McEntire, the record features...
Mary Ocher, “Weimar”
Mary Ocher’s new album *Weimar* fuses stark piano minimalism with her trademark left‑leaning political commentary, revisiting earlier tracks through a Weimar‑era lens. The record’s eight pieces, anchored by an 1870s piano, address rising right‑wing populism, authoritarian drift, and artists’ cost‑of‑living...
Broken Social Scene Shares Hey Amanda
Canadian indie collective Broken Social Scene is set to release their new album "Remember the Humans" on May 8 via Arts & Crafts. The lead single showcases a gentle folk‑pop opening that erupts into a horn‑accented, harmony‑rich explosion, echoing the...
Watch a Trailer for the Bob Dylan Center’s Thin Wild Mercury: Dylan 1966 Exhibition
The Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa will launch the "Thin Wild Mercury: Dylan 1966" exhibition on July 18, offering an immersive, multi‑media retrospective of Dylan’s pivotal year. Curator Mark Davidson describes 1966 as a combative, iconic period when Dylan produced...
Vilde Share Sunblush + Release Qualia at Odds
Thomas Savage, the Melbourne‑based musician behind Vilde, has released his debut album "Qualia at Odds". The record blends bedroom‑pop intimacy with refined production, highlighted by the piano‑driven track "Sunblush". Savage’s career spans global touring and founding bands like Kins and...
Shane MacGowan Tribute Album to Feature Bruce Springsteen, Madra Salach, Tom Waits, Primal Scream, Lisa O'Neill, The Jesus & Mary...
The tribute album "20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan" drops on 13 November 2026, curated by Victoria Mary Clarke and Rubyworks. It assembles a diverse roster—including Bruce Springsteen, Tom Waits, Primal Scream, Hozier, and The Pogues—to reinterpret MacGowan’s catalog....
The Colourfield’s The Sound Of The Colourfield Reviewed: When Terry Hall and Pals Went “Folky Pop”
The Colourfield’s new box set, The Sound Of The Colourfield, compiles the band’s two 1980s albums, a wealth of demos, B‑sides and live footage into a 96‑track collection. Their debut, Virgins And Philistines, delivered the summery folk‑pop hit “Thinking Of...
Flea’s Honora Reviewed: Serial Sideman Finally Gets to Blow His Own Trumpet
Longtime Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has finally issued his first solo record, Honora, after a two‑year intensive focus on trumpet and composition. The album fuses jazz, funk, and experimental rock, enlisting collaborators such as saxophonist Josh Johnson, guitarist...
Ora Cogan Is a ‘Hard Hearted Woman’
Ora Cogan’s ninth studio album, Hard Hearted Woman, arrives on Sacred Bones as a stark evolution from her folk‑gaze roots toward synth‑driven, rhythm‑heavy arrangements. The record intertwines haunting vocals with ominous electronic textures while retaining her signature ethereal lyricism. Lyrically,...
365 Is Your Favorite Number
My New Band Believe releases “Numerology,” a track that fuses frenetic acoustic guitar with EDM‑style synth textures. The song features skronky horns that act as energetic bursts, while former Black Midi vocalist Cameron Picton delivers a smooth, calculated vocal performance...
Fabiano Do Nascimento Blossoms on the Organic, Tender ‘Vila’
Brazilian guitarist Fabiano do Nascimento releases his latest album, Vila, recorded with the 16‑piece Vittor Santos Orquestra. The record reimagines longtime favorites such as “O Tempo” and “Plateau” while delivering ten new compositions that fuse his carioca roots with lush...
Flyss – Porcelain (Tread Carefully)
Flyss released the single “Porcelain (Tread Carefully)” showcasing a 90s‑style alt‑rock sound anchored by reverb‑rich production. Lead vocalist Bec delivers a performance reminiscent of Dolores O’Riordan, adding nostalgic weight to the track. The Sydney‑based five‑piece blends innocence with modern polish,...
Brian Molley Quartet – Scottish Tour Dates Mar-May 2026
Glasgow saxophonist Brian Molley’s quartet will tour Scotland from March to May 2026 to promote its sixth album, Tùs/Origin, which explores Scottish musical roots such as Gaelic psalm singing and incorporates elements like Louisiana gospel, jigs and hoedowns. The tour...
Swedish Meteor – Meteor
Swedish Meteor, a Gothenburg‑based synth project, has released its 2026 album “Phased & Confused.” The record channels 1980s electronic pioneers such as Jean‑Michel Jarre and Public Service Broadcasting, delivering high‑tempo, space‑age synth textures. Critics praised its warp‑speed energy and nostalgic sound...
Tara Clerkin Trio Detail New Album, ‘Somewhere Good’
The Bristol‑based Tara Clerkin Trio announced their new eight‑track album, Somewhere Good, slated for release on 5 June 2026. It follows their critically praised 2023 mini‑album On The Turning Ground and will be available digitally, on CD, and on vinyl. A limited‑edition...
What Is Electronic Music?
An archival BBC video from 1969 revisits the birth of electronic music at the Radiophonic Workshop, the unit established in 1958 to produce sound effects and experimental compositions. The footage features interviews with pioneers like Daphne Oram, who demonstrate the hands‑on...
Never Feel Again – Song by Edward Skeletrix
Edward Skeletrix, an enigmatic underground hip‑hop artist, released his new single “Never Feel Again” on March 11, 2026, as part of the album *Body Of Work*. The track showcases off‑the‑wall production and distorted vocals, reinforcing his reputation for experimental sound....
5 Classical Music Albums You Can Listen to Right Now
The article spotlights five newly released classical albums, beginning with Lise Davidsen’s ‘Live at the Met,’ a 53‑minute recital captured in 2023. It praises Davidsen’s powerful soprano and James Baillieu’s supportive piano, while noting the omission of her onstage commentary....
The Secret History of Rock’s Wildest Stage Prop: P-Funk’s Mothership
George Clinton’s P‑Funk “Mothership” debuted on the 1976 Earth Tour, a $500,000 floating spaceship that became the centerpiece of his funk mythology. Funded by a $1 million loan arranged by Casablanca founder Neil Bogart, the prop turned concerts into theatrical interstellar...
Ben Wendel – ‘BarCoDe’
Ben Wendel’s new album BarCoDe, released March 13 2026 on Edition, pairs his tenor saxophone with an unprecedented quartet of vibraphonists—Joel Ross, Simon Moullier, Patricia Brennan and Juan Diego Villalobos. Over six tracks, Wendel writes original pieces that weave vibraphone, marimba, balafon and subtle electronics into a...
Chaz Prymek & Matthew Sage Announce Duo Debut ‘Shelter,’ & Share Single ‘Hill Blocks View’
Chaz Prymek and Matthew Sage will issue Shelter, their first full‑length duo album in six years, on April 10 via the boutique label AKP. The release follows a period of prolific solo work—Prymek’s Lake Mary project and Sage’s acclaimed RVNG Intl....
Goldie Directs New Documentary Exploring the Rise of Rufige Kru
Goldie, alongside Andy Hayes and London Records, has released *The Rufige Files*, a feature‑length documentary charting the rise of his 1990s moniker Rufige Kru. The film, premiered on 5 March, delves into the early jungle, drum‑and‑bass, and hardcore scenes that shaped the...
CAVS – “Candiru”
Melbourne drummer Michael Cavanagh, known for King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, is releasing "Candiru" under his solo project CAVS. The track serves as a preview for his sophomore album Sojourn, slated for an April 24 launch on the independent...
Dreamwave – “Over You”
Bristol‑based Dreamwave has dropped “Over You,” the final single ahead of its Drifter EP, slated for March 20 on Stolen Body Records. The track fuses splashy psychedelic rock with raw garage and punk energy, drawing comparisons to early Osees and Ty...
The Pussycat Dolls Plot Major Comeback Tour With U.K., Europe & North America Arena Dates
Pop group The Pussycat Dolls announced a 2026 arena tour spanning the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom, marking their first full‑scale tour since disbanding in 2010. The 53‑date run kicks off on June 5 in Palm Desert, California, and...
Mel Denisse – “Aiming Alone”
Nashville‑based artist and producer Mel Denisse has dropped her third single, “aiming alone,” ahead of her debut EP. The track fuses alt‑rock, pop, and dark shoegaze elements, evoking a late‑90s/early‑2000s sound while adding modern flourishes. Denisse describes the song as...
Wolfschmidt – “File”
Wolfschmidt, a five‑piece nu‑gaze band from Gothenburg, Sweden, has returned with the single “file.” The track blends chugging post‑punk, shoegaze textures and early‑2000s emo sensibilities, delivering aggressive riffs alongside tranquil moments. Lyrically, it circles themes of failed explanations, resignation and...
Linda Catlin Smith – The Complete Piano Solos: Volume 1: The Plains (Redshift Records, 2025)
Linda Catlin Smith’s solo piano anthology opens with *The Plains*, a minimalist work performed by longtime student Cheryl Duvall and released on Redshift Records in 2025. The review highlights the album’s balance of vastness and precision, noting Duvall’s confident, compassionate...
Nalan – “59:1 (Fiftynine to One)”
Berlin‑based singer‑songwriter Nalan announces her comeback with the album 2009, slated for release on April 24, 2026 via the independent label Mansions and Millions. The album follows the earlier single “I Like You” and now features the new track “59:1 (fifty‑nine to one)”....
The Four Seasons: Bill Orcutt’s Music In Continuous Motion
Bill Orcutt’s new album *Music In Continuous Motion* returns to his signature four‑guitar format, delivering a looser, more organic sound than the mathematically precise 2021 release. The compositions loop like a fixed‑gear bike, creating perpetual motion that feels both hypnotic...
P1H's Comeback Poised to Dominate TikTok
This @P1H_official comeback is crazzzzy. I feel like this song is about to be all over tiktok
Phew and Danielle De Picciotto – Paper Masks
Japanese post‑punk veteran Phew teams with Berlin‑based vocalist Danielle de Picciotto for the experimental album *Paper Masks*. The record transforms de Picciotto’s English and German vocal snippets into manipulated sound objects, creating an eerie, ambient dialogue. Drawing on their long‑standing friendship, the...
Sarasota Opera Announces ‘Salute to the Stars’ Awards Luncheon
Sarasota Opera will host its annual “Salute to the Stars” Awards Luncheon on March 24, 2026, at the Sarasota Yacht Club. The event honors Apprentice and Studio artists from the 2026 Winter Opera Festival with a gourmet lunch and live...
Tzvi Bat Asherah Wins 2026 Dallas Opera National Vocal Competition
Bass‑baritone Tzvi Bat Asherah captured first place at the 34th Dallas Opera National Vocal Competition on March 6, 2026, earning a $10,000 prize and the audience‑selected Jonathan Pell People’s Choice Award. The competition, held at the Winspear Opera House, featured ten finalists...
Guido Affini – ‘RUST’
Guido Affini’s latest EP “RUST” translates hydrophone recordings of Ligurian Sea wrecks and industrial port noise into a conceptual soundscape using granular synthesis. The four‑track release—“RUSTY GHOST”, “HYDRO CHECK”, “CONDENSATION”, and “50 KM FROM THE COAST”—evokes nocturnal, post‑apocalyptic marine environments...
Runa Viggen – ‘Open Plains’
Runa Viggen’s sophomore album Open Plains, recorded in Los Angeles, presents a conceptual journey from trauma to resilience. The record fuses jazz fusion, classical motifs, and progressive‑rock elements, anchored by the bookended tracks “Amaranth” and “Rubicon.” Critics highlight the vibrant...
Slept All Day – ‘Yutori’
Austin‑based duo Slept All Day released their second album, Yutori, a seven‑track concept record centered on the Japanese idea of spaciousness and living in the present. The record blends dreamy rock, ambient textures, and a striking cover of “Pure Imagination,”...
How Jeff Pilson Found His True Musical Home in Foreigner’s High-Energy, Hit-Making Legacy
Jeff Pilson, former bassist for Dokken and Dio, joined Foreigner in 2004, attracted by the band’s high‑energy rock and songwriting pedigree. Over two decades he absorbed Mick Jones’s approach to vocal production and band dynamics, positioning himself as a journeyman...
Sunna Corona – ‘Demigold’
Sunna Corona, the new solo project born from personal loss, is set to release its debut album Demigold this spring. The record fuses lo‑fi, multi‑instrumental indie rock with dream‑pop textures, echoing ’90s DC punk, folk‑rock, and modern ambient influences. Reviewers...
“IMPACT X Nightline: Britney Spears: Chasing Freedom” Coming Soon To Disney+ & Hulu
Disney+ and Hulu will debut “IMPACT x Nightline: Britney Spears: Chasing Freedom” on March 12, 2026. The documentary follows Britney Spears after a recent DUI arrest, revisiting the fallout from her conservatorship and the #FreeBritney movement. It features new interviews with Nightline...