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50 Cent flaunts 164 M March streams, ribs Jay‑Z’s 58.9 M
50 Cent posted his catalog’s March YouTube Music streams at 164 million, using the data to mock rivals. He highlighted Jay‑Z’s 58.9 million streams and T.I.’s 63.7 million, underscoring the brag in the midst of ongoing feuds.
Rise Against and Alkaline Trio announced a co‑headlining U.S. tour that kicks off in Dallas on September 22 and concludes in Irvine, California on October 23, 2026. The month‑long run spans more than 20 venues across the East Coast, Midwest, and West Coast, including New York, Philadelphia, Seattle and San Francisco. Both bands will promote their latest releases—Rise Against’s 2025 album *Ricochet* and Alkaline Trio’s 2024 record *Blood, Hair, and Eyeballs*. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and the secondary market platform StubHub.
Umphrey’s McGee wrapped their Portland stop on March 19, delivering the first live performance of the new original “Cocoa Butter.” Guitarist Jake Cinninger was absent, having taken a personal leave earlier in the tour. The band invited New Orleans saxophonist Sean McLean, who...
Legendary singer‑songwriter Neil Diamond will issue a new album, *Wild At Heart*, on May 8, 2026. The record features nine previously unheard songs from the 2007 *Home Before Dark* sessions and an alternate take of “Forgotten.” Produced by Rick Rubin, the release...
Ellie O’Neill’s debut album *Time Of Fallow* delivers alt‑folk minimalism infused with personal storytelling, reflecting post‑pandemic introspection and queer identity. Recorded in a few days at the female‑run Analogue Catalogue studio, the record balances sparse guitar lines with haunting melodies....
CMU’s weekly roundup highlights five new singles from diverse artists. Kelsey Lu returns with "Running To Pain," featuring collaborators Sampha, Kamasi Washington and Kim Gordon, positioning her upcoming album as a major release. Ed O'Brien, MRCY with Yazmin Lacey, Lime...
The article spotlights three country covers—Brooks & Dunn’s “My Maria,” Alison Krauss’s rendition of “When You Say Nothing At All,” and Glen Campbell’s “Gentle On My Mind”—that have eclipsed their originals and become signature hits for the performers. Each cover retained core lyrical hooks while adding distinct vocal or instrumental flair, making the...
Tank & The Bangas will close their balloon‑themed trilogy with the May 15 release of The Last Balloon on Verve Forecast. The 13‑track album features high‑profile guests such as Lucky Daye, Ledisi, and Iman Omari, and was recorded with longtime collaborator Austin Brown in...
A limited‑edition vinyl reissue of the Labyrinth soundtrack has been announced to mark the film’s 40th anniversary. The special Crystal Edition drops on April 17, while a standard, digitally remastered pressing ships now. The six‑track Trevor Jones score is paired with...
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard and bluegrass virtuoso Billy Strings have confirmed a studio collaboration after a video surfaced showing the two acts working together. The clip, posted by drummer Michael Cavanagh, captures the band teaching Strings a song,...
Metalcore veterans Poison the Well have dropped their first album in 16 years, “Peace In Place,” on SharpTone Records. The band released an Anthony Altamura‑directed video for the third single “Weeping Tones,” which delves into themes of self‑suppression and resilient...
.@en_cohen came out of his book-writing hole to interview Crash Of Rhinos about their comeback https://t.co/3VJAbhTcVg
This is worth your time, if I do say so myself. A really thoughtful discussion, a real Rolling Stone interview, all captured on video. https://t.co/9GrnO5X2mo
American metalcore band Ice Nine Kills has released a re‑recorded version of the 80s hair‑metal anthem “Hell or High Slaughter (Grave Diggler: Pt. 2)” for the new film Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come. The track, originally by the fictional band...
Country Music Hall of Fame Announces Tim McGraw, the Stanley Brothers and Paul Overstreet as Class of 2026 Inductees https://t.co/V6PaK9afMt via @variety
British metalcore outfit Boundaries has inked a worldwide deal with Sumerian Records and launched a ferocious new single, “Skies cast amber black.” The track pushes the band’s aggression further, featuring seismic breakdowns, guttural vocals and apocalyptic atmosphere. It marks the...
The Afghan Whigs announced a 40th‑anniversary North American tour, kicking off on April 25 in Woodstock, NY and wrapping on May 24 in Pioneertown, CA. The band also released their first new track since 2022, "House of I," recorded at...
Seoul lit up with a massive drone show as BTS returned with their tenth studio album, “Arirang,” ending a three‑year hiatus. The group’s comeback sparked citywide celebrations, from illuminated landmarks to purple‑themed pastries, ice cream, and pizza. A concert at...
Keith Urban was surprised onstage at the Country Radio Seminar when Randy Owen presented him with the St. Jude Angels Among Us Award. The honor recognizes Urban’s long‑standing support for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, including a recent visit to...
Country radio icon Keith Urban was surprised onstage at the Nashville Country Radio Seminar with the Randy Owen Angels Among Us Award, recognizing his contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The award, presented by fellow musician Randy Owen, highlighted...
David Ellefson and Jeff Scott Soto’s joint project Ellefson‑Soto has dropped two surprise cover tracks—Elvis Presley’s “Jailhouse Rock” and Fear’s “I Don’t Care.” Both songs were recorded live at Rogue Recording in London’s Battery Studios during July 2025 sessions. The releases are timed ahead...
Gustavo Dudamel will assume the role of music and artistic director of the New York Philharmonic in the fall, after a season of high‑profile introductions. He has staged radical concerts, pop‑infused events with Bernadette Peters and Lin‑Manuel Miranda, and world...
Nylon’s Soundcheck highlights ten new tracks, ranging from MUNA’s introspective "So What" to FLO’s dance‑ready "Leak It." The roundup showcases genre‑blending releases by emerging and established acts such as Coco Jones, Kelsey Lu, Grace Ives, and Girl Scout. Each song...
In March 1990, Eric Clapton appeared on Saturday Night Live and performed three songs, including the ballad “Wonderful Tonight,” which he originally wrote for Pattie Boyd, the former wife of George Harrison. The SNL slot was part of a hectic...
Former Arch Enemy frontwoman Alissa White‑Gluz has launched her new band Blue Medusa with the release of the single “Checkmate.” The track blends heavy riffs with melodic hooks and is accompanied by a chess‑themed video co‑directed by White‑Gluz and Vicente...
Maribou State returned to London’s Corsica Studios for a War Child fundraiser, marking a nostalgic homecoming after years of larger‑scale gigs. The duo emphasized the unique energy of intimate venues, reshaping tracks like “Blackoak” and “Midas” to suit the cramped,...
The Stanley Brothers have been announced as the 2025 Veteran’s Era inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame, joining Paul Overstreet and Tim McGraw in the 2026 class. The ceremony, held in Nashville’s Hall of Fame rotunda, featured Marty Stuart’s...
Renée Fleming and banjo legend Béla Fleck are set to release a cross‑genre album, *The Fiddle And The Drum*, on May 29 through Thirty Tigers. The record’s lead single, “In The Pines,” features country icon Dolly Parton, adding star power to the...
RADIOPUSHERS launched a Twitch‑based Music Discovery Mix that lets independent artists co‑host live sessions, showcase visuals, and receive real‑time critique from panels and audiences. The stream is simultaneously rebroadcast on LOOKHU TV, reaching connected‑TV devices such as Amazon Fire, Roku, Samsung...
C.Y. Fest 2026 has been cancelled after founder Ignacio “Nacho Corrupted” Rodriguera was accused of sexual assault and misconduct. The allegations triggered a wave of artist boycotts, with Subhumans, Ghoul, Dropdead and others withdrawing. Promoter Scotty Heath briefly took over...
Mathilda Homer returns with the single “Pretty In Blue,” a melodic track that blends honeyed tones with a sharp critique of patriarchal beauty standards. Written for a friend battling self‑esteem issues, the song expands into a universal anthem about feminine...
Filth is Eternal has unveiled their new album Impossible World, featuring a guest guitar solo from Fall Out Boy’s Joe Trohman on the track “So Below.” The record channels the band’s response to rapid gentrification, unchecked technological expansion, and rising authoritarianism, while also showcasing...
Ladytron released their eighth studio album, "Paradises," in 2026, pivoting toward a Balearic‑inspired dancefloor sound. The band’s 2002 single "Seventeen" resurfaced on TikTok in 2021, catapulting the track into Spotify’s US Viral Top 50 and tripling streaming royalties. Throughout their career,...
morrissey releasing an album called 'make-up is a lie' feels like he wanted to come up with a title as provocative as 'meat is murder' and failed miserably
The No Depression Session series teamed up with Lucinda’s bar and Hiatus Tequila for a live showcase featuring Irish‑American singer‑songwriter Gráinne Duffy. Duffy performed two originals from her forthcoming album *What Am I Supposed to Do?* and a Rolling Stones cover,...
Myles Smith, the BRIT Rising Star winner, will release his debut album “My Mess, My Heart” on June 12. The British singer‑songwriter has been touring extensively, including supporting Ed Sheeran on a stadium run. He also announced a UK arena tour...
Duane Betts announced his new album Isle Of Hope, slated for a June 12 release on Sun Records. The ten‑track LP, produced by veteran Dave Cobb, was recorded in just five days at Cobb’s Savannah studio. The lead single “Down To...
Lollapalooza’s 2026 lineup, featuring headliners like Charli XCX, Lorde, and The Smashing Pumpkins, underscores the festival’s evolution from a traveling alt‑rock tour to a multi‑genre, Chicago‑based destination. Since its 1991 launch, the event has mirrored shifts in live‑music economics, embracing...
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Johannesburg’s weekend cultural guide highlights a star‑studded lineup, headlined by Grammy‑winner Doja Cat’s first South African concert at Sunbet Arena, with tickets ranging from R1,000 to R1,696. The city also hosts the Jazz In The Lights festival at the Johannesburg Zoo,...
The Boston Symphony Orchestra’s Board announced that Maestro Andris Nelsons will leave after the 2027 Tanglewood season. In a lengthy letter, trustees blamed declining attendance, rising operating costs and a $100 million draw on reserves for the decision, rather than artistic...
Detroit rapper Chasey The Illest has dropped his new EP “Cirrus Clouds,” a follow‑up to the breakout project “Afraid Of Heights.” The six‑track collection mixes street‑level finesse with electronic‑driven production, showcasing his lyrical agility and pan‑genre ambition. Critics note echoes...
AFI’s 2006 breakout single “Miss Murder” turns 20 on April 3, 2026, after vocalist Davey Havok disclosed its dark, suicidal undertone in a HardLore interview. The track emerged amid label turbulence—AFI moved from a sold‑out label to Interscope—and a producer swap from...
The latest cultural roundup spotlights Austin’s vibrant live‑music ecosystem, from the high‑energy Gondos track that captures the city’s sunny vibe to in‑depth reviews of Andrew Bird, The Psychedelic Furs, and Thievery Corporation performances at iconic venues. Festival coverage, such as the...
Latto confirmed she is expecting a child by unveiling her pregnancy in the music video for “Business and Personal (Intro),” the lead single from her forthcoming album Big Mama. The visual doubles as a personal announcement and a promotional tool,...
Legendary post‑metal band Neurosis will reunite for an exclusive performance at this year’s Fire in the Mountains festival on the Blackfeet Nation’s sacred lands in July, featuring new vocalist/guitarist Aaron Turner. The concert is presented by the Firekeeper Alliance, a...
British drum‑and‑bass duo Chase & Status have released a new single titled “Doin It More,” featuring UK rap heavyweight Bladee Brown. The track showcases the duo’s signature bass‑heavy production paired with Bladee’s swaggering verses, continuing their recent momentum after the...
Canadian metal veterans Anvil announced a 26‑date North American summer tour running from June 3 to July 11, 2026. The itinerary covers major U.S. markets and several Canadian cities, kicking off in Rochester, NY and wrapping in Toledo, OH. East Coast shows will...
Finland’s emerging act Telephone Romeo announced a self‑titled LP slated for release on June 5 through independent label Soliti Music. The announcement follows the debut of a new single that blends angular guitar work reminiscent of The Strokes with a steady,...
British four‑piece My First Time have released their self‑titled EP, a genre‑spanning collection that moves from pop‑punk to electronic pop. The record captures a coming‑of‑age narrative, reflecting lead singer Isaac‑Stroud Allen’s view of adulthood’s disillusionment and yearning. The band supports...
Path of Totality, the third studio album from indie folk duo The Montvales, delves into the struggles of everyday Americans facing economic pressure. Frontwomen Molly Rochelson and Sally Buice deliver gritty storytelling through harmonized vocals, underscored by traditional instrumentation like...
French indie duo POSTADAM released the single “Little Things” in 2026, delivering a track that fuses folk sensibility with post‑rock textures and a subtle spaghetti‑western cinematic feel. Reviewers note the song’s layered arrangement gradually erodes listeners’ defenses, inviting repeated plays....
