Today's Music Pulse
Soft Cell Announces Final Album ‘Danceteria’
British synth‑pop duo Soft Cell revealed that ‘Danceteria’ will be their last studio album, marking the end of their recording career. The announcement was reported by Pitchfork and echoed by The Quietus.
Questlove To Reunite The Soulquarians In Honor Of D’Angelo
Questlove announced on *The Questlove Show* that the Soulquarians will reunite to honor the late D’Angelo, who died in October 2025. He confirmed that core members James Poyser and Bilal will join the revived collective. The original late‑90s/early‑00s group, which also featured Common, Erykah Badu, Q‑Tip and Talib Kweli, lost several key figures including Roy Hargrove and J Dilla. Questlove framed the reunion as a responsibility to preserve the artistic legacy D’Angelo helped shape.
John Corabi Reveals Solo Journey and Mötley Crüe Era
Check out my feature interview with the legendary John Corabi as we discuss his solo album, fronting Mötley Crüe in the early 90s and more innScreamer Magazine here: https://tinyurl.com/ytbjeeup
Harry Styles Catches Marcello Hernández Impersonating Him in ‘SNL’ Promo
Harry Styles returned to Saturday Night Live as both host and musical guest, featuring a promo where impersonator Marcello Hernández dons the Chanel pinstripe suit Styles wore at the 2026 BRIT Awards. The sketch plays on Styles' tardiness, with a...
Older Festivalgoers Skip EDM, Younger Fans Thrive
I once ran a panel at Brian Zisk's music and tech conference where the woman who ran Coachella, and another who ran EDC in Vegas, and I talked about generational shifts in music that I noticed by going to several...
On This Day in 1978, a Pair of Outlaw Country Legends Were at No. 1 With a Song That Delivered...
On March 11, 1978 Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs with “Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys.” The duet from *Waylon & Willie* stayed atop the chart for four weeks and won...
Mihali Adds May 2026 Tour Dates
Mihali announced six additional Midwest shows for May 2026, extending his tour after a string of festival appearances. The new leg kicks off on May 26 in Davenport, Iowa and concludes on May 31 in Columbus, Ohio, covering Illinois, Wisconsin,...
Herbie Hancock Reveals 2026 Summer Tour Dates
Legendary jazz pianist Herbie Hancock announced a 2026 summer tour spanning 14 performances across North America. The itinerary kicks off on July 26 at Toronto’s Massey Hall and concludes with a tribute concert to Miles Davis at Los Angeles’ Hollywood...
Pro-Putin Supporter Ildar Abdrazakov Named Artistic Director of the Mikhailovsky Theatre
Renowned bass Ildar Abdrazakov, a vocal supporter of President Vladimir Putin, has been appointed artistic director of the St. Petersburg State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater – the Mikhailovsky Theatre. He announced the role on social media, thanking Governor Alexander Beglov...
2 Chainz Explains Drake’s “Genius” Contribution To “F**kin’ Problems”
2 Chainz revealed that Drake and producer 40 reshaped his original verse into the hook for the hit single “F**kin’ Problems,” which also features A$AP Rocky and Kendrick Lamar. The rapper said the final version reflects Drake’s “genius” in reworking...
Blackpink Misses Out On A New No. 1 In America As A Top Pop Star Returns
Blackpink returned with the five‑track EP Deadline, debuting at No. 2 on Billboard's Top Album Sales chart and entering the Billboard 200 at No. 8. The release sold just under 41,500 copies, far behind Bruno Mars' The Romantic, which opened with 93,500 units and...
Bring Me The Horizon Sets Hollywood Palladium Warmup Show With Dying Wish
British rock outfit Bring Me The Horizon announced a rare intimate warm‑up concert at Los Angeles' Hollywood Palladium on April 23, 2026, with Dying Wish as the opening act. The show, dubbed the “DLC Expansion Pack,” precedes the band’s North...
3 Forgotten Female Country One-Hit Wonders Who Should’ve Had Longer Runs
Three female country singers—Jessica Andrews, Cam, and Cyndi Thomson—are commonly labeled one‑hit wonders, each known for a single chart‑topping track released between 2001 and 2015. Andrews' “Who I Am” (2001) and Thomson's “What I Really Meant To Say” (2001) captured...
A Postcard From Joshua Burnside
Belfast folk singer‑songwriter Joshua Burnside has released his new album *It’s Not Going to be Okay*, a stark, lyric‑driven record dedicated to his friend Dean Jendoubi, who died of a drug overdose in August 2025. Most of the songs were...
TED NUGENT Still Doesn't Care About Being Excluded From ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME: 'It Doesn't Affect Me At...
Ted Nugent told The Adam Carolla Show that his exclusion from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame stems from political bias rather than musical merit. He defended Joan Jett’s talent while criticizing the Hall’s recent inductees, including non‑rock acts...
Robyn Throws It Back to 2002 on New Song “Blow My Mind”: Stream
Swedish pop star Robyn has reworked her 2002 track “Blow My Mind” into a new single dedicated to her three‑year‑old son, serving as the lead song from her upcoming ninth album Sexistential, due March 27. The refreshed version speeds up the...
Starveil
Swiss vocalist Fabienne Erni releases her debut solo album "Starveil", a folk‑infused symphonic metal work that showcases her Celtic harp and expansive songwriting. The record blends heavy riffs, pop‑leaning melodies, and guest vocals from Lena Scissorhands, delivering tracks such as...
Iceage Waited, Finally Revives Indie Rock Algorithmically
iceage could have hit geese levels of hype, but they waited til last year to make indie rock legal in the algorithm again
Avril Lavigne Breaks Down the Homemade Aesthetic That Became Synonymous With Her Early 2000s Music
Avril Lavigne revisited her early‑2000s DIY aesthetic in a June 2022 Alternative Press interview with rapper Rico Nasty. Lavigne explained that her iconic tomb‑girl look—baggy tees, neckties, skate‑ready style—was unintentional, simply wearing whatever she owned. She also cited influences ranging...
Alex Warren Wanted to Leave Grammys After Performance Malfunction: ‘I Was Distraught’
Alex Warren entered the 2026 Grammy Awards as a Best New Artist nominee and performed his hit "Ordinary" in a medley, only to discover his in‑ear monitors failed moments before stepping onstage. Despite the malfunction, he continued the set, battling...
Yonder Mountain String Band Unveil Summer Tour
Yonder Mountain String Band announced a summer leg of their 2026 tour, adding 15 dates from May 1 to August 15 across the United States. The new leg follows their spring run and will feature festival appearances and headline shows,...
A Night at the Opera
The Metropolitan Opera premiered a new production of Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde on March 9, 2026, featuring several company‑role debuts: soprano Lise Davidsen as Isolde, tenor Michael Spyres as Tristan, and bass‑baritone Ryan Speedo Green as King Marke. Director Yuval Sharon made his Met debut, and music...
Herb Lore – “Dialogue With The Mother”
Brooklyn-based psychedelic folk group Herb Lore announces their new album Mysticism, slated for release on March 27 through the Inner Islands label. The record’s lead single, “Dialogue With The Mother,” showcases a blend of meditative folk melodies and ambient field...
Rick Ross Outlines 2026 Port Of Miami 20th Anniversary Orchestra Tour Dates
Rick Ross announced a 17‑city "Port of Miami" 20th‑anniversary Black‑Tie Experience Orchestra Tour, kicking off in Miami on May 29 and wrapping in North Carolina on August 29, 2026. The tour pairs his classic hits with a full orchestra and choir, and...
DROWNING POOL Has 'Plenty Enough Songs Right Now' For A New Full-Length Album
Drowning Pool guitarist C.J. Pierce confirmed the band has amassed enough songs for a new full‑length album, slated for release toward the end of 2026 after a series of singles—"The Wrong One" (Feb 2026), "Madness" (Apr 2025) and "Revolution (The Final Amen)" (Sept 2024). The...
Melissa Auf Der Maur Joins Billy Corgan on The Magnificent Others Podcast
Former Hole bassist Melissa Auf der Maur appeared on Billy Corgan’s podcast The Magnificent Others, revisiting their shared musical history. They recounted meeting at a 1991 Smashing Pumpkins show, her eventual recruitment into Hole, and her later stint with the Pumpkins...
Artists Reduced to Soulless Sync Music Factories
Modern muzak. What's sad is that artists are now being encouraged to become "sync artists"-- specifically making soulless, author less music (Translation: Cheap) for this purpose.
Kendrick Lamar Would Rate His Albums in This Order, but I Don’t Think I Agree
In a 2017 interview on Big Boy’s Neighborhood, Kendrick Lamar ranked his discography, placing DAMN. at the top, followed by good kid, m.A.A.d city, To Pimp a Butterfly, and Section 80. He explained the ranking as a hybrid of the...
Who Is Jelly Roll's Mom, Donna DeFord?
Jelly Roll was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry on March 10, a career‑defining achievement that also honored his mother, Donna DeFord, who watched from the front row. Donna, who gave him the nickname‑turned‑stage name “Jelly Roll,” raised him in Antioch,...
Skaņu Mežs Announces First Artists Playing 2026 Edition
Riga’s avant‑garde festival Skaņu Mežs has unveiled the first wave of artists for its 2026 edition, scheduled for October 9‑10 at Hanzas Perons. The lineup features pioneering electronic acts Gudrun Gut and aya, metal outfit Krallice, and a trio of experimental...
Alex Warren Doubles His No. 1s With His Latest Smash
Alex Warren’s new single “Fever Dream” debuted at No. 1 on the UK Official Singles Downloads chart, marking his second download‑chart topper after “Ordinary.” The track also entered the top five on the Official Singles, Singles Sales and Streaming charts, while...
UTA Signs Rico Nasty For Global Representation
Rico Nasty has entered a global representation agreement with United Talent Agency, tasking agents Caroline Yim and Jon Briks with expanding her career beyond music. UTA will target live‑touring slots, brand collaborations, and broader entertainment opportunities. The deal follows the...
DEICIDE, DYING FETUS, ORTHODOX & More Announce Shows Around 2026 Sonic Temple Festival
The 2026 Sonic Temple Festival in Columbus, Ohio, will run May 14‑17 at Historic Crew Stadium, featuring headliners such as Tool and My Chemical Romance. In addition to the main event, organizers announced a series of after‑shows featuring extreme metal acts like Deicide,...
"It Was Construed as Being About a Sex Worker." The Story Behind the Blondie Classic that Everyone Misunderstood
Blondie's 1976 single "X Offender" was originally titled "Sex Offender" but was renamed to secure radio airplay. Debbie Harry clarified that the song narrates a teenager facing a statutory‑rape charge, not a story about a sex worker, a point often...
Thundercat Is The Second Face Of CLASH 133
Thundercat returns as the second face of CLASH 133, unveiling his first album in six years, Distracted. The new record shifts toward a broader, pop‑facing sound while preserving his signature cosmic oddities and genre‑mutating flair. In a CLASH interview, he frames...
Warren G Track
No idea why Wayne left this Warren G-produced song off "Carter VI" but it would've been the best thing on it. https://t.co/9WUnSSj9hc
Sombr Summons Joe Jonas For ‘Cake By The Ocean’ In London
Joe Jonas made a surprise appearance with indie act sombr at London’s O2 Academy Brixton, performing the DNCE hit “Cake By The Ocean.” The guest spot followed a previous collaboration at the Jonas Brothers’ Brooklyn show last December. After the...
Molly Tuttle and Maggie Rose Outline Co-Headlining Tour Dates
Molly Tuttle and Maggie Rose announced an eight‑city co‑headlining tour running May 7‑16, kicking off at Houston’s Heights Theater and concluding in Lexington, Kentucky. The itinerary threads through Texas, Louisiana, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Ohio, targeting mid‑size venues that match their growing...
'68 Announces Their Farewell Tour, Set To Play "Very Last Show" In Atlanta
Noise‑rock duo ’68, led by Josh Scogin, announced a farewell tour following the release of their fifth studio album. The 30‑date run begins May 13 in Orlando and concludes with a "very last show" on June 20 at Atlanta’s Masquerade....
J. Cole’s The Fall-Off Tour: How to Get Tickets
J. Cole announced The Fall‑Off Tour to support his new album, launching July 11 in Charlotte and spanning North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Demand surged, prompting the addition of 19 extra shows and causing many dates to sell...
SPREAD EAGLE Announces New Studio Album 'The Brutal Divine', Shares First Single 'Street Noise'
Hard rock veterans Spread Eagle announced their fourth studio album, The Brutal Divine, slated for release on June 12, 2026 through Frontiers Music. The band unveiled the lead single “Street Noise” alongside a video, setting an aggressive tone for the...
Snapchat Awards Crown DJ Khaled with Lifetime Achievement
Snapchat Is Honoring DJ Khaled With a ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ at Its First-Ever Snappy Awards https://t.co/SVFliYvp6u via @variety
Chris Stapleton Earns His First No. 1 On A Chart He’s Never Ruled
Country star Chris Stapleton achieved his first No. 1 on Billboard’s Alternative Digital Song Sales chart with the Mumford & Sons collaboration “Here,” which also topped the Rock Digital Song Sales list. The track leapt from No. 4 to No. 1 on Alternative and from...
11th Hour SXSW Recommendations
The ATH IT Department curates a last‑minute SXSW music guide featuring five standout acts. Nightbus will spin vinyl on Sunday at Tweedy’s, while Belfast’s Chalk promises heavy, menacing beats. Modeselektor brings early‑2000s East Berlin synth vibes to the Speakeasy, and...
The Academy Is… Release Blossoming New Track ‘L Train’
The Academy Is… has unveiled a new single, “L Train,” as a preview for their forthcoming album “Almost There,” slated for release on March 27 through I Surrender Records. The track blends breezy psychedelia with lyrical introspection, reflecting the band’s 20‑year...
Ariana Grande’s Latest Album Makes It To A Chart Milestone
Ariana Grande’s seventh studio album *Eternal Sunshine* has logged 104 weeks on the Billboard 200, matching the two‑year run of her 2020 record *Positions*. The album slipped from No. 124 to No. 136 this week but remains on the chart, making it her...
Wendy Eisenberg Shares “Vanity Paradox” Video Ahead of Self-Titled Album
Wendy Eisenberg released "Vanity Paradox," the third single from the self‑titled album arriving April 3 on Joyful Noise Recordings. The accompanying video, directed by Ruby Mars, was shot around Lucy the Elephant, a 65‑foot landmark on the Atlantic City boardwalk. Eisenberg describes...
Red Langur – Crawl
Swedish indie pop outfit Red Langur has dropped their latest single, “Crawl,” a breezy track that fuses folk‑inflected guitar work with bright, melodic vocal hooks. Critics praise the song for its nostalgic radio vibe while avoiding derivative pastiche, noting its...
Thomas Dollbaum Nabs MJ Lenderman For Southern Rock Ode ‘Dozen Roses’
Thomas Dollbaum’s new album *Birds Of Paradise* drops on May 22 through Dear Life Records, marrying Southern rock roots with off‑kilter indie textures. The record features his longtime band—Nick Corson, Josh Halper—and guest guitarist MJ Lenderman, who delivers a standout solo on...
Jerry Garcia and Merl Saunders Mingle on Forthcoming Live LPs, ‘GarciaLive Volume 22: September 25th, 1971, Lion’s Share’
Garcia Family Provisions will issue GarciaLive Volume 22 on May 1, 2026, documenting Jerry Garcia and Merl Saunders’ September 25, 1971 performances at San Anselmo’s Lion’s Share nightclub. The double‑LP captures early and late sets recorded on analog reel by Betty Cantor‑Jackson and Bob...
FEAR FACTORY Announces Fall 2026 Headlining Tour With DARKEST HOUR & BROTALITY
Fear Factory has unveiled its Fall 2026 Cybernetic Domination Tour, a twelve‑city U.S. headline run from November 13 to November 29, with Darkest Hour as direct support and thrash outfit Brotality opening each show. The band will precede the fall leg with a...