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.
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 separate tour alongside Mushroomhead and Nine Treasures, spanning October 13 to November 11. Ticket sales are being handled through StubHub, and while a new Fear Factory record has not been announced, the extensive touring schedule signals a major push for live revenue. The tour caps off at Los Angeles’ iconic Whisky A Go Go.
American Football Reveal LP4 Tracklist with Turnstile, Wisp, and Rainer Maria
American Football has unveiled the tracklist for their upcoming LP4, a 10‑song record produced by Sonny DiPerri and featuring guest vocals from Turnstile’s Brendan Yates, Rainer Maria’s Caithlin De Marrais, and Wisp’s Natalie Lu. The band also announced a limited‑edition vinyl...
The Black Crowes Have No Time for AI Songwriting: ‘It’s Lazy Bullshit’
The Black Crowes are set to release their new album *A Pound of Feathers* on Friday, recorded entirely using traditional methods. Frontman Chris Robinson publicly denounced AI‑generated songwriting, calling it "lazy bullshit" during a Rolling Stone podcast. The record was tracked...
Hollywood Undead Share Slayer-Sampling Anthem ‘1×1’
Hollywood Undead has dropped a new single titled “1×1,” which incorporates a sample of Slayer’s legendary “Raining Blood” riff. The track, described as the band’s hardest work in years, centers on a resilience theme and marks their first release since...
Kacey Musgraves Announces Sixth Album, Drops “Dry Spell” Video
Kacey Musgraves Announces Sixth Album, ‘Middle of Nowhere’; Witty and Racy ‘Dry Spell’ Video Out Now https://t.co/sjjs0ooL1D via @variety
The Knife’s Olof Dreijer Announces Debut Solo Album, Shares Single
Swedish producer Olof Dreijer, one half of the iconic duo The Knife, has signed to Dirty Hit’s electronic imprint dh2 and announced his debut solo album, Loud Bloom, slated for release on May 8, 2026. The launch is accompanied by the new...
Modest Mouse Return with First New Song in Five Years
Modest Mouse has broken a five‑year silence with the single “Look How Far…,” released on GP Records. The track features veteran drummer Janet Weiss, known for her work with Sleater‑Kinney and Quasi. It follows the band’s 2021 album The Golden Casket...
Korn’s Jonathan Davis to Be Grand Marshall at This Weekend’s NASCAR’s Pennzoil 400
Metal band Korn’s frontman Jonathan Davis will serve as grand marshal for the NASCAR Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 15. The appointment was announced on Instagram, featuring a video of Davis in a Sick New World‑branded...
Full Album Stream: Lesotho – “A Flashing on Plain Glass”
Boston‑based instrumental collective Lesotho has dropped its third full‑length, A Flashing on Plain Glass, on March 13. The album delves into themes of impermanence, pairing quiet, introspective passages with sudden, heavy riffs. Tracks such as “Marigold” and “Frail Weapon” showcase dynamic loud‑quiet...
Empire of the Sun Announce 2026 North American Tour
Australian synth‑pop duo Empire of the Sun unveiled their “Ask That God: Afterlife” 2026 North American tour, kicking off at Red Rocks on August 11 and wrapping in Las Vegas on October 9. The itinerary spans more than 30 venues, including major festivals...
Jacksonville Community Calls for “Lil Poppa Day” To Honor Late Rapper
Community members from Jacksonville’s Eastside petitioned city officials to name March 18, the late rapper Lil Poppa’s birthday, as “Lil Poppa Day.” The proposal, presented at a public council meeting, emphasizes his influence on local youth and his advocacy for mental‑health...
Circles Around the Sun Announce Summer Spin Tour
Circles Around the Sun announced their Summer Spin tour, launching on June 19, 2026 at the Northlands Music & Arts Festival in Swanzey, N.H. The six‑stop itinerary will travel through Pittsburgh, Washington, D.C., Brooklyn, Westport and conclude at Ardmore Music...
Violet Grohl Announces Debut Album Be Sweet To Me
Violet Grohl has announced her debut album *Be Sweet To Me*, slated for release on May 29 through Aurora Records and Republic Records. The record features the single “595,” a track that probes power dynamics, loneliness, and the commercialization of...
Colter Wall Says He’s ‘Mentally Unwell’ and Is Taking Hiatus From Touring
Colter Wall announced an indefinite hiatus from touring, canceling the remainder of his 2026 concert schedule to address his deteriorating mental health. The Canadian singer‑songwriter shared the decision on social media, emphasizing that continuing to tour had worsened his condition....
Denzel Curry - Strictly 4 the Scythe
The Scythe, a newly formed hip‑hop supergroup led by Denzel Curry, released its debut album Strictly 4 the Scythe, an eight‑track, 29‑minute project featuring A$AP Ferg, Bktherula, TiaCorine, Key Nyata and guests like Juicy J and Smino. The record delivers...
Kibo Shares ‘SHUBZONLINE’ Video, Plans His Debut UK Tour
London rapper Kibo has dropped the full video for his new single “SHUBZONLINE,” a surreal track that reflects his constant‑online persona. The release follows a series of genre‑blending grime and drill singles that have built his digital following. Kibo announced...
Tedeschi Trucks Band Open Beacon Run with Three-Piece ‘Future Soul’ Preview, First-Time Cover of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young’s “Ohio”
Tedeschi Trucks Band kicked off its Beacon Theatre residency in New York by previewing material from the forthcoming album *Future Soul*, slated for release on March 20, 2026. The set featured debut live performances of the new songs “Hero” and...
Kevin Morby Shares Video for New Song “Die Young”
Kevin Morby announced his upcoming album Little Wide Open, slated for May 15 on Dead Oceans, and released the second single “Die Young” with an accompanying video he co‑directed. The record, produced by Aaron Dessner of The National, features a roster of high‑profile...
10/10 You’re Great: ‘Funhouse’
The Alt Editing podcast released an episode titled “10/10 You’re Great: ‘Funhouse’” that dives into The Stooges’ seminal 1970 album Fun House. Hosts DeeDee and Him Horrison blend serious music analysis with comedic banter, dissecting each track while riffing on...
Catch Kacey Musgraves Live on Radio in One Hour
Kacey Musgraves, live on the radio show, one hour away. Tune in live and free to catch the conversation…. https://t.co/4bdr4A5q06
Behind The Campaign: Breathe
Australian electronic duo Breathe released their debut album For Your Darkest Days on 30 October, shifting from an initial singles‑only plan to a full album campaign. The pivot was enabled by a partnership with music distribution and artist services firm Group...
The Pogues Bring Greatest Hits Tour to Dublin, Belfast and Killarney
The Pogues announced a three‑city Irish leg of their Greatest Hits Tour for December 2026, hitting Dublin, Belfast and Killarney. Original members James Fearnley, Jem Finer and Spider Stacy will front the shows alongside a rotating roster of contemporary Irish...
The Ebro Show
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‘I’ve Always Had This Blind Faith’: Morgan Nagler on Writing with Alt-Rock’s Biggest Names – and Making Her Solo Debut...
Veteran songwriter Morgan Nagler, known for co‑writing hits for Haim, Phoebe Bridgers and Kim Deal, released her first solo album, I’ve Got Nothing to Lose, and I’m Losing It, at age 47. The Americana‑leaning record features guest performances by Courtney Barnett, Madi Diaz and...
A.A. Williams Announces New Album ‘Solstice’
A.A. Williams announced her new album *Solstice*, slated for release on June 5, 2026, marking her first full-length project with the RPM label. The announcement includes the third single, “Hold It Together,” which blends piano‑driven atmospheres with post‑rock textures. The...
Today Im Hip Hop History: Killer Mike Released His Debut Solo Album ‘Monster’ 23 Years Ago
On March 26, 2003 Killer Mike debuted his solo album *Monster* on Columbia and Aquemini Records, marking his emergence from the OutKast‑linked Dungeon Family. Executive‑produced by Big Boi, the record blended soulful instrumentation with hard‑hitting Southern beats and featured collaborators such as...
Animal Collective's Avey Tare and Geologist Announce Duo Project Croz Boyce
Avey Tare and Geologist, two core members of Animal Collective, have formed a new duo called Croz Boyce and will release a self‑titled LP on May 8 via Domino. The project’s first single, “Hanging Out With a Blueberry Pop,” arrived with...
Gouge Away Sign To Run For Cover Records, Release New Song
Gouge Away has officially joined Run For Cover Records and debuted the new single “Figurine.” The track, recorded live to tape in Portland with Larry Crane and featuring guitarist Theo Hartlett, showcases the band’s raw, angular punk sound. It is...
SIX FEET UNDER Streams "Unmistakable Smell Of Death", Announces New Record Next To Die
Veteran death‑metal act Six Feet Under announced their fifteenth studio album, *Next to Die*, slated for release on April 24. The 12‑track record blends the band’s classic groove‑heavy style with fast, aggressive death‑metal songs. Guitarist Jack Owen and vocalist Chris Barnes co‑produced the...
The Source Magazine Remembers Legendary Detroit Femcee Boss Two Years Later
The Source Magazine commemorated Detroit rap pioneer Lichelle Marie Laws, known as Boss, two years after her death. A trailblazing female MC in the early 1990s, she released the gritty album *Born Gangstaz* in 1993, featuring the standout single “Deeper.”...
ALBUM REVIEW: Sweet Petunia Gets Raw and Real About Mental Health on 'Foggy Mountain Mental Breakdown'
Boston‑based duo Sweet Petunia released their debut album Foggy Mountain Mental Breakdown, a raw exploration of mental health struggles. The record mixes traditional bluegrass instrumentation with punk energy and shoegaze textures, highlighted by sleeplessness‑themed lyrics like “Heels.” Vocalists Maddy Simpson...
Alyn Shipton’s New Orleans Friends – ‘The Oxford Concert’
Alyn Shipton’s New Orleans Friends recorded a live concert on May 11, 2024, in an Oxford church, pairing New Orleans jazz with sacred space. The ensemble—led by Shipton and clarinettist Tom Sancton—performed seven tracks, five drawn from gospel‑originated hymns. The recording showcases clarinet‑driven...
10 Years After Promising a “Symphony of C*cks and V*ginas and Death”, Devin Townsend Has Finally Announced His Life’s Work...
Devin Townsend has finally unveiled his long‑promised magnum opus, *The Moth*, a 24‑track concept album slated for release on May 29 via Inside Out. The record blends heavy prog‑metal with choirs, orchestras, and the provocative single “Enter The City.” After a decade...
See Lunachicks’ Punk-Rock Origin Story in ‘Pretty Ugly’ Doc Trailer
The new documentary *Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks* premieres on April 24, streaming worldwide and in limited theaters across major U.S. cities. It chronicles the all‑female New York punk band’s formation, raw energy, and the challenges they faced...
The Lemon Twigs Announce Look for Your Mind LP
The Lemon Twigs have announced their new LP, *Look For Your Mind*, slated for release on May 8, 2024 via Captured Tracks. The record continues the band’s signature blend of classic pop‑rock with unexpected, left‑field flourishes, pushing the retro formula toward...
Premiere: Nic Panken Shares New Single “2 Hearts”
New York indie singer‑songwriter Nic Panken has premiered his latest single “2 Hearts,” a sunny folk‑pop track that expands on existential themes. The song is the newest release from his forthcoming solo album *Near Divine or Merely Rhyme*, slated for...
Today in Hip-Hop History: Scarface Dropped His Fourth LP ‘The Untouchable’ 29 Years Ago
On March 11, 1997, Houston legend Scarface released his fourth solo album, *The Untouchable*. The record debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200—the first southern rap album to achieve that milestone—and topped the Top R&B/Hip‑Hop Albums chart for two weeks. Featuring...
Audrey Hobert’s Beauty Secrets? Water, Lip Gloss and Gum
Audrey Hobert, the rising alt‑pop star, champions a "low effort chic" beauty routine anchored by water, ILIA Overglaze lip gloss, and gum. In a Dazed Digital interview she emphasizes nightly skincare and draws inspiration from everyday people rather than polished...
Bill Orcutt, “Music in Continuous Motion”
Bill Orcutt’s new solo album *Music in Continuous Motion* expands on the multi‑guitar concepts of his 2022 release *Music for Four Guitars*, but this time he records all four parts himself. The record juxtaposes razor‑sharp, bell‑toned guitar lines with surprisingly...
DAVE ELLEFSON – Irritated With DAVE MUSTAINE Again
Former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson opened up on the Quemar Un Patrullero podcast, recalling a close friendship with Dave Mustaine that resurfaced when he rejoined the band in 2010. He revealed that Mustaine removed his bass tracks and lyrical contributions...
Video Premiere: Vanta – ‘Alchemy’
Australian metal outfit Vanta released the video for their new single “Alchemy,” a lead track from their debut full‑length Perpetual Selection arriving March 13. The song merges razor‑sharp melodic death‑metal riffs with blast‑driven urgency while drawing lyrical inspiration from Warhammer...
The Orielles’ Only You Left: A Genre-Defying Embrace
The Orielles release their fifth album, Only You Left, recorded between Hamburg and the Greek island of Hydra. The record mixes grunge, psychedelic dream‑pop, electronic textures and occasional jazz‑inflected passages, showcasing the trio’s willingness to defy genre expectations. While the...
Sylvie’s Head Share Frankie + Announce Debut
Swedish indie outfit Sylvie’s Head announced their debut album, Everything is Free, slated for release later this year on the Welfare Sounds label. The band melds nostalgic 1990s alternative rock with underground techno rhythms, creating a heavier, club‑ready sound. Critics...
To Pay the Bills, a Cult Band Becomes a Doors Tribute Act
The Brewis brothers, frontmen of the cult indie act Field Music, have launched a Doors tribute project called the Fire Doors, performing roughly one show each month. Despite a two‑decade catalog, critical acclaim and celebrity fans such as Prince, the...
Times New Viking: Columbus Indie Legacy Reunited
I wrote a gazillion words about my long history with Times New Viking, backing my way into local music from the internet, indie vs. Big Indie, and a reunion show that cast TNV as a link in a long chain...
DoYeon Kim Announces Debut Album Wellspring Feat. Tyshawn Sorey, Mat Maneri & Henry Fraser
South Korean‑born improviser DoYeon Kim announced her debut album, Wellspring, slated for May 1 on the TAO Forms label. The record features Kim on the traditional gayageum alongside drummer Tyshawn Sorey, bassist Henry Fraser and violist Mat Maneri, merging Korean folk...
Runo Plum Preps Bloom Again EP (SXSW Artist)
Indie singer‑songwriter Runo Plum is set to debut her new Bloom Again EP at SXSW. The EP, scheduled for release on May 8 through the Winspear label, showcases a minimalist, guitar‑centric sound that emphasizes intimate vocals. Critics note the track’s sparse...
GENE SIMMONS: "Do Your Art And Shut Up"
Kiss co‑founder Gene Simmons told TMZ that entertainers should focus on their craft and stay silent on politics. He dismissed celebrity activism as out‑of‑touch lecturing by wealthy figures, arguing audiences aren’t interested in their opinions. The remarks, delivered amid ongoing...
"To Create Something From Nothing Is One of the Greatest Feelings. It's Heaven." Why Prince Turned Down a Partnership Deal...
Prince turned down Activision's offer to feature his catalog in Guitar Hero, citing a desire for kids to learn real guitar rather than profit from a video game. The deal would have granted a modest share of the franchise’s $2 billion...
Sun People X Other Worlds – Endophyte
Sun People’s All Things imprint releases “Endophyte,” a four‑track EP co‑produced with fellow Graz DJ Other Worlds. The record fuses experimental techno with Warp‑era aesthetics, highlighted by the Aphex Twin‑reminiscent opener “Sunnyview.” Tracks such as “Psychicemotus” and “June” push the...