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.
Hiding Places – Waiting / One Hand
Hiding Places, the Asheville‑born indie rock trio now based in Brooklyn, will release their new album *The Secret To Good Living* on 3 April via Keeled Scales. The record follows the spontaneous single “Holy Roller” and is previewed by two tracks, “Waiting” and “One Hand,” which blend grunge, alt‑country, and cinematic lyricism. Both songs are supported by self‑directed videos, and the album is available for pre‑order on Bandcamp. The release underscores the band’s evolving sound and the label’s commitment to genre‑defying artists.
Introducing: Jael Shares Debut Single ‘Prisoner of Love’
Australian singer‑songwriter Jael has signed a recording deal with Capitol Records and released her debut single, “Prisoner of Love.” The track fuses classic R&B instrumentation with raw, vulnerable lyrics about love, longing, and emotional tethering. Jael’s delicate yet soaring vocal...
Untitled Freak Shares Final Single ‘Hammerhead Shark’ Ahead of Debut EP 7 Circles
New York artist Ali Genevich, under the solo moniker untitled freak, has released "hammerhead shark," the final single from her debut EP 7 Circles, which arrives this Friday. The track, described as a stream-of-consciousness piece, delves into personal values and...
Michael Jackson Biopic ‘Michael’ Sets Early Screenings Two Days Before Wide Release
Lionsgate announced that its Michael Jackson biopic Michael will hold limited early‑access screenings in IMAX and other premium formats on Wednesday, April 22, two days before its wide release on Friday. Tickets for the one‑night‑only events go on sale March 11 at 9 a.m. PT/...
16 New Songs Out Today to Listen To: Earl Sweatshirt, MIKE, Surf Gang, and More
March 10, 2026 saw a flood of new music releases spanning hip‑hop, indie rock, and experimental pop. Highlights include a double‑album from Earl Sweatshirt, MIKE and Surf Gang, Modest Mouse’s first track since 2021, and Thundercat’s collaboration with Willow. Veteran...
AI 'Actor' Tilly Norwood Steps Out in Mind-Boggling Music Video About How Great AI Is
AI‑generated actor Tilly Norwood, created by Xicoia, has released a new single and music video titled “Take the Lead.” The video, produced with a mix of off‑the‑shelf AI tools and proprietary performance‑capture, claims involvement of 18 real humans and uses...
Bruno Mars Tops Hot 100 & Global 200 With Different Songs: How Rare Is That?
Bruno Mars’ new album *The Romantic* debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, while two separate tracks from the record simultaneously topped the Hot 100 and the Global 200. "I Just Might" reclaimed the Hot 100 crown for a third week, driven by...
Ex-Berlin Phil Principal Opts for California
Swiss flautist Sébastian Jacot, who served as principal flute of the Berlin Philharmonic from November 2022 until November 2024, has accepted the principal flute position with Camerata Pacifica in Santa Barbara. Prior to Berlin, he held the same chair at...
Bad Bunny Wins Dismissal of Lawsuit Claiming Uncleared Sample on ‘Un Verano Sin Ti’ Track
Bad Bunny secured a federal court dismissal of a lawsuit alleging his track “Enséñame a Bailar” sampled Nigerian artist Dera’s 2019 song “Empty My Pocket.” Judge Otis Wright threw out the case with prejudice after the plaintiff failed to meet...
Those Who Walk Away – Afterlife Requiem
Afterlife Requiem, the new album by Canadian post‑classical composer Matthew Patton (aka Those Who Walk Away), serves as a heartfelt homage to his late friend, Icelandic composer Jóhann Jóhannsson. Patton incorporated two orchestras, lush strings, and “disembodied audio ghosts” salvaged...
Hatsune Miku V6 Shows Off English Singing Capabilties
Crypton Future Media unveiled the Hatsune Miku V6 engine, featuring a new visual design by LAM and an improved English singing voice. The voice bank launches on April 14, 2026, priced at 10,780 JPY for the voice pack and 24,200 JPY for...
Full Album Stream: Gore Machine – Congealed and Foaming
Philadelphia one‑man brutal death metal act Gore Machine has unveiled its second full‑length, Congealed and Foaming, slated for official release on March 13, 2026. The album, streamed early via Decibel Magazine, features ten tracks that dramatize Darwinian and historically gruesome...
Just In: Beatrice Venezi Is Confirmed as Venice Music Director
Beatrice Venezi, 36, has been confirmed as the new music director of Venice’s historic La Fenice opera house, beginning a four‑year term in October. The appointment was approved by the Opera and Symphony Foundation board alongside Venice Mayor Luigi Brugnaro. Venezi...
BBC to Broadcast Davie Bowie Tribute Concert in Lieu of Glastonbury This Summer
The BBC will air a high‑profile David Bowie tribute concert at London’s O2 Arena, filling the summer programming void left by Glastonbury’s quadrennial break. The event will feature a roster of leading young artists backed by an all‑star band and...
Kneecap Are “Mobilising to Cuba” With the Nuestra América Convoy
Irish rap trio Kneecap announced they will travel with the Nuestra América Convoy to deliver humanitarian aid to Cuba, arriving in Havana on March 21. The convoy, originally a flotilla, now employs air, land and sea routes to address Cuba’s...
Tilly Norwood's Music Video Disappoints, Offering Brief Relief
Tilly Norwood's music video is so bad that I think we can all breathe a sigh of relief — for now https://www.techradar.com/ai-platforms-assistants/tilly-norwoods-music-video-is-so-bad-that-i-think-we-can-all-breathe-a-sigh-of-relief-for-now
Kim Gordon Drops “Play Me” Ahead of New Album Release
Kim Gordon releases the title track and video for "Play Me" ahead of her third solo album arriving March 13, with a North American and European tour running April through July. https://t.co/KE9KYpWm5z
Ella Langley Joins Beyoncé & Taylor Swift to Become 3rd Woman to Hold Top 2 Spots on Hot Country Songs
Ella Langley dominates Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart dated March 14, with “Choosin’ Texas” logging a 15th week at No. 1 and “Be Her” climbing to No. 2. The lead single amassed 21.9 million U.S. streams, 44.1 million radio audience impressions and 6,000 sales, while...
Elton John Honored with Glenn Gould Prize in Toronto
Elton John receives the Glenn Gould Prize on May 9 in Toronto, with performances by Diana Krall, The Beaches, Ron Sexsmith, Jeremy Dutcher, Emily D'Angelo, Ryan Wang, and LOONY. https://t.co/LuzHigb6fK
Head Trip: Two‑night Indio EDM Festival, Nonstop Lineup
Goldenvoice announces Head Trip, a one-time two-night event in Indio this October. Calvin Harris, Swedish House Mafia, Skrillex, Peggy Gou, Four Tet, and more on one stage with no overlapping sets. https://t.co/nL4Mb2YZ5W
The Mellons – “Black & White”
The Mellons, the Salt Lake City‑based baroque pop outfit, released a new single titled “Black & White” on March 10, 2026. The track continues the group’s signature blend of lush harmonies, orchestral swells and bright pop hooks that defined their previous album...
Romeo Unveils Debut Vintage Hard‑rock Album Deja
Romeo announce their debut album 'Deja Vu Letters', nine tracks of vintage-inspired hard rock arriving May 29. Pre-save is live now. https://t.co/I0D5Sr4eX1
LYLVC's "Starless" Tackles Survival in Dark Times
LYLVC release "Starless" featuring Bobby Amaru of Saliva, a raw and unflinching single about surviving the darkest moments. Out now via Judge & Jury Records. https://t.co/AQvpHMCcnW
Stage Musical Based on John Mellencamp’s Classic Song “Jack & Diane” To Premiere This Fall
John Mellencamp’s classic “Jack & Diane” inspires a new jukebox musical titled *Small Town*, set to debut at the Ogunquit Playhouse on October 1 and run through November 1. The production pairs playwright Naomi Wallace’s book with three‑time Tony winner Kathleen Marshall’s...
Kanye's SoFi Stadium Show Tests Hollywood's Forgiveness
Is Hollywood ready for Kanye West again? His SoFi Stadium show may be the test https://t.co/FvjT5B0eSQ
Stray Cats Launch Month-Long Summer Tour July 24
The Stray Cats announce a month-long cross-country summer tour, with Brian Setzer, Lee Rocker, and Slim Jim Phantom hitting the road starting July 24 in Las Vegas. https://t.co/BYimcd6pTs
Harry Styles and 8 More Boy Band Stars Who Went Solo
Harry Styles released his fourth solo album, “Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally,” a breezy electro‑pop collection that leans into dance‑floor beats. The record marks another step in his evolution from One Direction teen idol to a mature solo artist. The...
Paid Narratives Skew Perception of Drake's Classic Album
I never said Drake didn’t have a classic album, I said that has been the discussion. But ya’ll get duped with the paid narratives And unfortunately I appreciate the promo
David Bowie’s 1980 Tonight Show Performance of Classics
Watch David Bowie Perform “Life on Mars” and “Ashes to Ashes” on The Tonight Show in 1980 https://t.co/ieYvgnXYxK
Reggae in Real Time: Inside Protoje’s Lost In Time Festival
Protoje’s Lost In Time festival returned to Kingston’s Hope Gardens for a two‑day celebration of reggae’s heritage, featuring emerging voices like Lila Iké and veterans such as Buju Banton and the Marley brothers. The lineup highlighted the genre’s evolution, with headliners Protoje,...
Bands Decline on Hot 100; Solo Acts Dominate
Interrupting what's left of yet another manic trading day to bring you this sad reality via @SoberLook Bands have steadily lost prominence on Billboard Hot 100 since their 1960s peak, with solo artists and collaborations dominating chart-topping hits over the...
Noah Kahan Slams Autograph Scalpers, Defends Chappell Roan
Noah Kahan Defends Chappell Roan’s Right to Be Left Alone: ‘Eat F—ing Nails,’ He Tells ‘Scummy’ Professional Autograph ‘Scalpers’ https://t.co/yLAdLLuxGh via @variety
Kim Gordon Shares “Play Me” Video, Announces North American and European Tour
Kim Gordon released the title track and video for her forthcoming solo album PLAY ME, directed by Barney Clay and set in a chaotic shopping‑mall backdrop. The album, her third solo effort, drops on March 13. To support the release, the Sonic Youth co‑founder...
Gloss Up Reveals She Was Arrested Over Beef With GloRilla’s Sister
Gloss Up disclosed on Instagram Live that she was arrested following a heated verbal clash with GloRilla’s sister, Victoria Woods, known as Scar Face. The altercation escalated when Scar Face publicly challenged Gloss Up to a $10,000 boxing match, prompting...
Bob Dylan Shouts Out Hank Williams III in New Post
Bob Dylan recently posted an Instagram video featuring Hank Williams III performing his grandfather’s 1948 song “My Sweet Love Ain’t Around” on The Marty Stuart Show. The post follows a series of Dylan’s country‑oriented shares, including videos of Ray Benson and Ray...
Ceylon Sailor – The Tiny Wave
Brooklyn‑based indie outfit Ceylon Sailor has dropped the single “The Tiny Wave,” a breezy track that captures the carefree spirit of a summer day. The song’s bright production and melodic hooks have earned it a glowing review that praises its...
Magnolia Park Share Sensual New Track ‘Dangerous’
Magnolia Park unveiled “Dangerous,” a new single from the upcoming deluxe edition of their 2025 album VAMP. The track fuses slick RnB‑style vocals with crushing metalcore riffs, positioning it as the centerpiece of “NIGHTS AFTER VAMP.” The deluxe edition, slated...
Noah Kahan Defends Chappell Roan After Her Confrontation With Photographers
Singer‑songwriter Noah Kahan publicly defended fellow artist Chappell Roan after she filmed several intrusive photographers in Paris. Roan’s video, which showed her demanding the photographers leave, went viral and sparked debate over celebrity privacy. Kahan reposted a Billboard headline and...
Watch Oklou Cover Plain White T’s “Hey There Delilah”
Oklou delivered a cello‑driven rendition of Plain White T’s "Hey There Delilah" on Triple J’s Like a Version, swapping guitar for cello after deciding not to cut her nails. The performance taps into her teenage memories and showcases a skill...
Kacey Musgraves’ New Album: Everything We Know So Far
Kacey Musgraves has begun teasing her next record, likely titled "Middle of Nowhere," with billboard campaigns and a lyrical Instagram snippet. The lead single, "Dry Spell," is scheduled for release on March 11, promising the first glimpse of the new...
Could You Tell if Your Favourite Song Was Made with AI? The Viral ‘Papaoutai’ Cover Controversy Suggests Not
A viral Afro‑soul cover of Stromae’s 2013 hit *Papaoutai* has racked up nearly 80 million Spotify streams, yet it was created using generative AI. The track’s authorship is attributed to a Swedish musician, an unverified collaborator, and an indie label, none...
Watch: Bruce Hornsby Talks March Madness on New Track “Ecstatic”
Bruce Hornsby has unveiled the second single “Ecstatic” from his forthcoming album Indigo Park, slated for release on April 3. The track, inspired by the chant‑filled atmosphere of AAU basketball games, features a music video filmed on the LSU campus with...
Surf Festival Expands Debut Line-Up with OMOLOKO, Chaos In The CBD and More
Surf Festival will debut on Croatia’s Krk island from June 25‑28, 2026, featuring a blend of DJ sets and live performances. The latest lineup adds Brazilian act OMOLOKO, Jumbi co‑founder Bradley Zero, acclaimed producer Leon Vynehall, NTS host Flo Dill,...
Big Thief Announce 2026 Leg of “Somersault Slide 360 Tour”
Big Thief has unveiled the second leg of its “Somersault Slide 360” tour, covering Europe in spring and North America in late summer and fall 2026. The European segment features sold‑out shows in major cities such as Copenhagen, Berlin, Paris,...
BON JOVI Biopic In Development At UNIVERSAL
Universal Pictures is developing a feature‑length biopic about rock icons Bon Jovi, with frontman Jon Bon Jovi granting access to the band’s extensive music catalog. Screenwriter Cody Brotter, known for the Black List script “Drudge,” is attached, while producers Kevin J. Walsh and Gotham Chopra will helm...
Crespi Drum Syndicate – Colada Talk
Crespi Drum Syndicate, the Miami duo of Jonathan Trujillo and Pablo Arrangoiz, have dropped their new album "Colada Talk" on the independent Cinnamon Disc label. The record fuses a junk‑yard percussion aesthetic with avant‑funk, early no‑wave references and subtle Latin...
Matt Palka's 'Gypsy Queen' Chronicles Unexpected Cross‑Country Love
Matt Palka releases "Gypsy Queen," the second single from his album 'Moment In The Sun', out June 19. The track tells a true story of unexpected love, pedal steel, and a cross-country drive. https://t.co/o5d7KOdxzn
Super Sometimes Announce New Album ‘Show the World What’s Underneath’
Super Sometimes announced their second full‑length album, “Show The World What’s Underneath,” slated for release on May 15 through Pure Noise Records. The record follows last year’s “From Now And Then” and is supported by the lead single “Afterthought,” which...
Kenny Chesney Wins First Ocean Legacy Award at Tortuga
Kenny Chesney receives the inaugural Ocean Legacy Award at Tortuga Music Festival on April 12, marking his sixth headline appearance at the festival he helped launch in 2013. https://t.co/N0LhMuoptn
Greensky Bluegrass Tees Up 2026 Summer Tour Dates
Greensky Bluegrass announced a 2026 summer tour adding 13 new headline dates across North America, running from June 3 in Toronto to August 27 in Grand Rapids. The itinerary also includes festival appearances at Telluride Bluegrass, All Good Now, 4848,...