Today's Music Pulse
Oliver Tree dies at 32 in Rio helicopter crash
Singer‑songwriter Oliver Tree was killed in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro at age 32. The incident was reported by Deadline and corroborated by Clash Music.
Good Time Mystery Vision – Ferris Wheel
Good Time Mystery Vision released the new single "Ferris Wheel" as part of their 2026 "Flux Magnetic Sessions" collection. The track merges classic folk sensibilities with contemporary production, creating a soothing, almost medicinal listening experience. It is distributed via Bandcamp and linked to the band’s Instagram presence, reinforcing their indie‑artist branding. Early listener feedback highlights the song’s effortless vibe and authentic folk roots.
“He Loved Extremes”: The Saga of Townes Van Zandt
The article revisits Townes Van Zandt’s legendary 1973 live performance at Houston’s Old Quarter, the raw recording that became the 1977 album Live at the Old Quarter. It details the bar’s dilapidated setting, the makeshift four‑track TEAC capture, and the...
Sleep While Walking – Only Dreaming
Sleeps While Walking’s new track “Only Dreaming” delivers a moody, dual‑tempo experience that merges ambient textures with a post‑sludge edge. The song oscillates between a slow, charging aura and a faster, levitation‑like surge, showcasing the band’s versatility. Released in 2026...
Stephen Godsall - Tingling Skin, Buzzing Wires (Jazz`halo, 2026)
Stephen Godsall’s album *Tingling Skin, Buzzing Wires* repositions the banjo as a lead voice in modern jazz, pairing it with flugelhorn, sax, Wurlitzer piano and synths. The record showcases inventive rhythms, electronic echo effects, and genre‑blending compositions that push the...
16 Best Songs of the Week: Black Country, New Road; Anna Calvi; Bat For Lashes; Metric; and More
Under the Radar’s ninth Songs of the Week highlights the launch of *HELP(2)*, a charity album released today to benefit War Child UK. The record, produced by James Ford at Abbey Road, features original tracks from 16 artists including Black Country, New Road, Anna Calvi,...
Lana Del Rey – White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter
Lana Del Rey’s latest single, “White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter,” drops a collage of Americana‑flavored orchestration, sparse acoustic plucking, and a deliberately lo‑fi hip‑hop edge. The track’s lyrical narrative glorifies rugged, back‑to‑the‑land masculinity while the vocal delivery oscillates between...
New Single Release – Haiku Logic
Bob Smith, performing as The Static Dive, has released "Haiku Logic," the second single from his forthcoming album Samsara Blues, slated for a summer launch. The track fuses a funky trip‑hop groove with live jazz percussion, blues guitar, and spoken...
Elliot Confronts Self-Sabotage on “Hot but Depressive”
Copenhagen‑based singer‑songwriter Elliot has dropped the single “hot but depressive,” a track that delves into the habit of self‑sabotaging love before intimacy deepens. The song pairs a soft, western‑inflected guitar line with polished indie‑pop production, highlighting Elliot’s raw yet controlled...
6 Best New Songs Right Now: 3/6/26
Revolver’s latest roundup highlights six fresh tracks spanning melodic metalcore, nü‑emocore, black‑metal‑trip‑hop fusion, gauzy nu‑gaze, mathcore, and riff‑rock. ERRA launches the djent‑laden single “stelliform” from their seventh album, while GILT delivers a post‑apocalyptic “Seattle Day 2.” Portrayal of Guilt blends...
Readers’ Pick: Rose’s Pawn Shop – American Seams
Rose’s Pawn Shop’s new album “American Seams” topped Twangville’s Readers’ Pick poll for the week of February 27, 2026, capturing 22 % of the 36 votes cast. The record also placed tenth in the broader Readers’ Tops Winter 2026 ranking. Although the sample size...
Fugazi Share Previously Unreleased Recordings Made Alongside Steve Albini
Fugazi has issued a digital collection titled *Albini Sessions (Benefit For Letters Charity)* featuring twelve previously unreleased tracks recorded with Steve Albini in October 1992. The material represents early versions of songs later refined for the band’s 1993 album *In...
Real Life Rock Top 10: March 6, 2026
Greil Marcus released his weekly "Real Life Rock Top 10" for March 6, 2026, noting that "Walk Away Renee" and "Mole in the Ground" reclaimed the top spots. The edition also featured a tongue‑in‑cheek battle of the bands between the Backstreet Boys...
Bedelia’s Maiden Voyage
Long‑time friends Miles Morris and Marisa Shirar, who met in high‑school marching band and cut their teeth at the Cobalt Cafe, have launched a new project called Bedelia. Joined by guitarist Dakota Floeter, the trio recorded the debut EP “Never...
Mixtape: KLOF No. 75 (Folk, Ambient, Experimental, Alternative)
KLOF’s latest mixtape, No. 75, blends folk, ambient, experimental and alternative tracks, spotlighting both veteran and emerging artists. The playlist features two songs from Bonnie “Prince” Billy’s freshly released album *We Are Together Again* and two cuts by Gregory Uhlmann from...
Philadelphia's Weekend Lineup Features Subtronics, Cat Power, Maná
Philly music this weekend with @Subtronics, Jimmy Webb, Cat Power, Maná, Moe., Bar Dust, @robertglasper, Baroness, Lindsey Webster & more https://www.inquirer.com/entertainment/music/philadelphia-music-concerts-cat-power-jimmy-webb-20260304.html?utm_source=threads.com&utm_campaign=edit_social_share_threads_traffic&utm_medium=social&utm_content=&utm_term=&int_promo=
NO DEPRESSION SESSIONS at Lucinda's: Steve Earle
Steve Earle headlined the latest No Depression Session at Lucinda’s, a Southern‑country bar in NYC’s East Village, in partnership with Hiatus Tequila. Backed by acoustic guitar and an octave mandolin, he performed three songs—"Copperhead Road," "I Don't Trust Happiness," and...
I Love This Record - "Jopango" By Rapasa Nyatrapasa Otieno
Bandcamp Notes’ “I Love This Record” column spotlights Rapasa Nyatrapasa Otieno’s 2023 album Jopango, his third release. Otieno, a Kenyan nyatiti virtuoso now based in England, blends the eight‑string, two‑necked nyatiti with contemporary production, echoing the work of Geoffrey Oryema...
StoveGodCooks Returns After Five Years With New Project
5 years since the last solo stovegodcooks project … He explains the wait. Ya’ll ready for new Stove? Full convo on @applemusic. #TheEbroShow.
Album Review – JD Graham’s “Uppers & Downers”
JD Graham’s new album “Uppers & Downers” arrives after he survived a devastating car accident that forced him to cancel his US and European tour. The record, co‑produced by Jason Weinheimer and featuring Tulsa’s top session players, delves into themes...
Let’s Eat Grandma’s Rosa Walton Launches Solo Project
British pop duo Let’s Eat Grandma’s vocalist Rosa Walton announced her debut solo album, “Tell Me It’s A Dream,” slated for release on June 5, 2026 via Transgressive. The record’s lead single, “Sorry Anyway,” showcases an 80s‑inspired alt‑pop sound and explores themes...
What to See at Somerset House Studios’ Assembly This Month
Somerset House Studios’ biannual Assembly returns to London from March 26‑28, presenting a three‑day program of experimental music, installations and talks. The opening night features Ellen Arkbro’s crumhorn‑organ premiere and Laurel Halo’s “Sour Loop” installation, while Friday showcases felicita’s “czysta forma”...
ALBUM REVIEW: Trey Hensley Lays Down a Guitar Masterpiece on ‘Can’t Outrun the Blues’
Trey Hensley’s new album “Can’t Outrun the Blues” arrives after several years of development, delivering a masterclass in guitar‑driven Americana. The record traverses blues, country, folk, and bluegrass, with Hensley writing or co‑writing seven of the ten tracks. Guest musicians...
Essential Releases, March 6th, 2026
Bandcamp Daily’s March 6 roundup showcases a diverse slate of releases, from Gregory Uhlmann’s pastoral ambient album “Extra Stars” to KABEAUSHÉ’s theatrical concept record “IGGY SWAGGERING UNGRATEFUL INCESSANT LITTLE PEEAAAAAAA.” The list also features New Age Doom’s genre‑spanning collaboration with H.R....
MØ Opens New Chapter with Double Single ‘Hunnybån’ / ‘Fine Curls’
Danish pop star MØ has launched a double single, “Hunnybån” and “Fine Curls,” recorded after her May 2025 album Plæygirl. The upbeat “Hunnybån” channels the fury of a friend’s betrayal, while the moody “Fine Curls” captures a tender longing for a...
Video Premiere: Conan – ‘Anger Mask’
UK doom metal trio Conan is set to release the second installment of its DIY 10‑inch vinyl series, with Decibel debuting the new single “Anger Mask.” The track features the band’s signature sludgy riffs and forceful drumming, while its lyrics...
Corima Brings Doom to Zeuhl on “Hunab Ku” (Album Review)
Californian progressive rock group Corima releases “Hunab Ku,” a zeuhl album steeped in Mesoamerican doom philosophy. The record fuses jazz, metal, and symphonic elements, featuring cyclical structures, chaotic breakdowns, and non‑lexical vocal chants. While the lineup has remained stable for...
George Collins Bottles the Spirit of Paradise on New Release “My Island Life”
George Collins has dropped his latest single “My Island Life,” a breezy, reggae‑inflected track that paints vivid tropical scenes. The song opens with a mango‑tree lyric and blends light percussion, easy‑going guitar, and a catchy chorus that feels like a...
Wesley Joseph Shares Atmospheric New Offering ‘Pluto Baby’
Wesley Joseph has released the atmospheric single “Pluto Baby,” the third track lifted from his forthcoming debut album Forever Ends Someday, slated for an April 10 release on Secretly Canadian. The song, recorded during a thunderstorm in Hastings, blends hazy textures with...
Hear THE WARNING’s Blazing New Song “Kerosene”
The Warning released their second 2026 single, “Kerosene,” a hard‑rock track that follows last month’s country‑crossover “Love to Be Loved.” The song pairs soaring three‑part harmonies with aggressive riff‑rock and fuzz‑bass, while its video showcases tattoo‑shop scenes, a high‑speed highway...
The Itch Share New Single ‘Drugdealer’ From Upcoming Debut Album
British duo The Itch have unveiled their new single “Drugdealer,” a slower, synth‑driven track that diverges from their usual dance‑punk energy. The song’s lyrical hook, “if you want me, I could be your drugdealer,” frames a love‑song metaphor inspired by...
The Reds, Pinks and Purples – “Worthy Of Love”
The Reds, Pinks and Purples are set to release their new album Acknowledge Kindness on April 24, 2026 through Fire Records. The record expands the band’s rain‑streaked jangle into a pop‑grandiose sound reminiscent of the Go‑Betweens and early‑90s The Chills....
Harlan Silverman
Harlan Silverman’s new album *Music For Stillness* follows his work with the Cosmic Tones Research Trio, offering a concise 27‑minute collection of flute, cello, and viola‑driven ambient pieces. The record leans toward Japanese folk‑inspired pastoral tones while retaining the band’s...
Eric Silverman – “Living The Dream”
Eric Silverman, a leading figure in California’s Cosmic Americana scene, is set to release his new album Bitter Honey on May 29 via Royal Oakie Records. The record continues his signature blend of psychedelic rock, AOR, and 1970s‑era cowboy aesthetics, anchored by the...
Gretel Drops Latest ‘Squish’ Preview ‘Fire Blooming Trees’
British indie‑rocker Gretel Hanlyn released the new single “Fire Blooming Trees,” the latest teaser from her debut album Squish, slated for 10 April on Breadcrumb Records/AWAL. The track, recorded live, draws its title from the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires and tackles themes of...
Nathan Bowles – Seven Lefts
Nathan Bowles releases Seven Lefts, his first solo album in a decade, delivering over seventy minutes of tape‑recorded improvisations. He built the record on a four‑track cassette machine, layering keyboards, banjo and sampled fragments into sprawling, sixteen‑minute pieces. The album...
Morrissey’s Make-Up Is A Lie Reviewed: Entertainingly All over the Shop
Morrissey's long‑awaited album *Make‑Up Is A Lie* finally arrives three years after the shelved *Bonfire Of Teenagers* saga. The record jumps across genres—electropop, psych‑pop, lounge‑shuffle—and showcases his still‑strong vocal delivery. Produced by Joe Chiccarelli, the album feels oddly cohesive despite...
Laufey at London’s O2 Arena: Timings, Set List, Last-Minute Tickets and Everything You Need to Know
Icelandic singer‑songwriter Laufey will headline two shows at London’s O2 Arena on March 8 and March 9, 2026, supporting her third album *A Matter of Time*. Doors open at 6 pm on Sunday and 6:30 pm on Monday, with the performances slated for roughly 8:20‑9 pm. Alice Phoebe Lou...
A Voice From And For The Sea: The Making of ‘From the Floorboards’
To commemorate the 125th anniversary of the RRS Discovery, the artist released the album *From the Floorboards*, built around the Shackleton Violin—a handcrafted instrument made from the floorboards of Ernest Shackleton’s former Edinburgh home and driftwood. The violin’s maritime provenance...
HELP(2)
HELP(2), the sequel to the 1995 War Child compilation, drops a 23‑track, charity‑driven album recorded in a single week at Abbey Road Studios in November 2025. The record features fresh contributions from Arctic Monkeys, Pulp, Depeche Mode and a host of...
Ayra Starr Wants Women To Own Their Power
Nigerian pop star Ayra Starr has dropped her latest single “Where Do We Go,” a track she describes as a personal anthem for getting ready and stepping out with confidence. The song continues her pattern of crafting music that speaks...
Dave at London’s O2 Arena: Timings, Set List, Last-Minute Tickets and Everything You Need to Know
British rapper Dave will headline four consecutive nights at London’s O2 Arena from March 6‑11, 2026, as part of his Boy Who Played the Harp Tour promoting his third album. Ticket demand forced the addition of extra dates, underscoring his...
Trippers & Askers: Tried to Do’s — A Song Cycle of Loss, Love and Re-Membering
Jay Hammond’s Trippers & Askers project will issue its second full‑length album, *Tried to Do’s*, on May 8 via Sleepy Cat Records. The record follows 2021’s concept work *Acorn* and shifts from a Butler‑inspired sequel to a personal song cycle shaped...
The New Cue #574 March 6: Aldous Harding, Shabaka, Bonnie Prince Billy, Little Barrie, Joshua Idehen, Chris Cohen & Cass...
The New Cue #574 delivers a curated music briefing, spotlighting Aldous Harding’s forthcoming fifth album, Train On The Island, slated for a May release, and Shabaka Hutchings’ new record Of The Earth. Both artists are highlighted with detailed commentary despite...
STL
The blog post spotlights STL, the electronic music project of German producer Stephan Laubner, tracing his roots from video‑game‑inspired early listening to Frankfurt’s techno scene. It highlights two key releases: the 2014 album At Disconnected Moments, noted for its sanded‑smooth dub techno percussion,...
The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis - Deface the Currency (Impulse!, 2026)
The Messthetics teamed up with tenor saxophonist James Brandon Lewis to release their second album, *Deface the Currency*, recorded in just two days after a transatlantic tour. The seven‑track record expands the quartet’s blend of alternative rock, jazz‑rock, and free...
Today Is Bandcamp Friday
Bandcamp Fridays, launched in March 2020 during the pandemic, waive the platform’s revenue share so every purchase goes directly to artists and labels. The program has generated over $120 million for independent musicians and has become a vehicle for charitable fundraising....
Catherine Lamb X Ghost Ensemble ~ Interius/Exterius
Catherine Lamb and Ghost Ensemble have released *interius/exterius* on Greyfade, a 33‑minute recording that distills a previously hour‑long work. The piece is built on a radical just‑intonation system derived from an inaudible 10 Hz fundamental, creating a relational harmonic field. Ghost...
Peso Pluma & Tito Double P – Dopamina
Peso Pluma teams up with emerging rapper Tito Double P for the March 2026 single “Dopamina,” a cross‑genre blend of regional Mexican vocals and urban trap production. The track showcases stark vocal contrast—Pluma’s nasal rasp against Double P’s deep snarl—over...
Ateez – Adrenaline
Ateez’s latest single “Adrenaline” attempts to fuse EDM hype with nu‑metal aggression, but critics argue the track falls short of delivering a compelling drop. Reviewers praise the energetic verses yet criticize the chorus for sounding like a dated club remix....
CP Radio 018
The author reflects on a harsh winter in New York and how the environment influences mind, body, and spirit, highlighting music’s ability to shift mood. A new episode of The (Almost) Reckless Podcast with Jeffrey Saad explores controlling thoughts to...