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.
ANN WILSON Releases New Single 'Nothing But Love', A Song Written With BURT BACHARACH
Ann Wilson has issued a new single, “Nothing But Love,” co‑written with legendary songwriter Burt Bacharach and recorded for the first time after being shelved since 1999. The release coincides with a music video that pulls never‑seen footage from her forthcoming documentary “In My Voice,” which chronicles her rise from Seattle to Heart’s global fame and her personal battles, including cancer. Wilson also announced a North American tour with her TRIPSITTER project, adding live dates across the United States and Canada. The single is now streaming worldwide, reinforcing Wilson’s continued relevance as both a vocalist and storyteller.
“Rock Music”
Charli XCX’s new single “Rock Music,” a 115‑second burst of overdriven guitars and glitchy pop, doubles as a provocative anthem for creative risk‑taking. The track juxtaposes troll‑like lyrics with earnest advice about physical pain as a catalyst for artistic growth. Critics...
"Women in the Rock Community, Most of Us Know Each Other. It's Important that We Lift Each Other Up." Evanescence's...
Evanescence frontwoman Amy Lee discussed her 2025 collaboration with Poppy and Spiritbox vocalist Courtney LaPlante on the single “End Of You.” The trio, described as an “internet‑breaking” track, brings together three of metal’s most visible female artists. Lee highlighted how each embraces femininity...
Toward a Theory of Burger Music
The phrase “burger music” has evolved from a Detroit slang insult into a viral label for meme‑driven, often low‑brow tracks circulating on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and Twitch. Early adopters like Prince Cassell and Macc Danny used it to mock artists...
1-800 GIRLS Shares Impeccably Detailed Debut Album ‘LOVE’
Bristol‑based electronic artist 1‑800 GIRLS has released his debut album “LOVE,” a self‑written, produced and mixed collection that fuses dance‑floor energy with indie‑rock songwriting. The record follows singles such as the club‑ready “eye contact” and features guest contributions from Art...
Olivia Rodrigo Steps up Sold-Out Unraveled Tour
Olivia Rodrigo’s Unraveled Tour has added 25 new dates, bringing the total to 86 arena shows across North America, Europe and the UK. The expansion includes multi‑night runs in major markets such as Boston, Los Angeles, Brooklyn, Amsterdam, London, Paris...
STEEL PANTHER Returns With New Anthem Dedicated To Loving Mothers Around The World
California metal parody outfit STEEL PANTHER has broken a three‑year recording silence with "The Mother’s Day Song," their first original track since 2023. The single drops via all major digital services and is accompanied by a Beatles‑inspired Ed Sullivan‑style video directed...
The Psychedelic Furs and Living Colour Cancel 2026 Tour Dates
The Psychedelic Furs and Living Colour announced the cancellation of their joint 2026 summer tour, which had featured more than 20 North American dates beginning July 31. The bands cited a serious medical issue affecting the Psychedelic Furs as the reason...
Bicep Confirm Royal Albert Hall Show
Northern Irish electronic duo Bicep will perform a special show at London’s historic Royal Albert Hall on November 26, 2026. The concert follows a string of sold‑out gigs at venues such as Alexandra Palace and O2 Academy Brixton, and includes...
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13 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Aldous Harding, Broken Social Scene, and More
Pitchfork’s weekly roundup spotlights 13 fresh releases from indie and alternative artists, ranging from Aldous Harding’s fifth album “Train on the Island” to Broken Social Scene’s first record in nine years. The list also includes genre‑bending projects such as Lykke Li’s...
Eyedress Open Up Their New Era With Hazy & Hypnotic ‘Stoner Olympics’
Filipino singer‑songwriter Eyedress has dropped his first 2026 single, “Stoner Olympics,” on Atlantic Records through his newly formed label Psychedelic Industries. Co‑written and produced with Jake Miller, the track blends industrial, punk and progressive‑rock influences into a hazy, slow‑burning anthem...
Boston Symphony Plans Europe Tour with Andris Nelsons
Boston Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Andris Nelsons announced an eight‑city European tour for March 2027, marking their eighth and final collaboration abroad. The itinerary includes London, Hamburg, Luxembourg and Paris, with a debut three‑night run at London’s Barbican Centre....
I Love Mystery :: Hiss Golden Messenger on the Hard-Earned Optimism of I’m People
Hiss Golden Messenger’s latest record, I’m People, signals a fresh chapter for front‑man MC Taylor. The album’s biography frames it around “truth, lies, magic, faith,” and the music reflects that ambition. Taylor and his collaborators distill the band’s signature country‑rock...
Paleblu Release Politically-Charged New Single: ‘Rotten’
East London producer Paleblu (Ryan Gonsalves) has dropped a new politically‑charged single titled “Rotten,” debuting after a Sunday slot at Liverpool Sound City and a show at London’s Paper Dress Vintage. The track marks his first foray into a self‑coined...
This Sounds Like Spring
Swedish singer‑songwriter Lykke Li has announced a new album released through indie label Neon Gold Records. The Substack post by Songletter shares a direct streaming link via Song.link, inviting listeners to play the tracks immediately. The announcement marks Li’s first full‑length release...
Yr Knives – “Stretch Bath (Live 9/2025)”
Yr Knives, a new Chicago‑based improv collective, released a merch‑table‑only live CD titled “Stretch Bath,” recorded during their September 2025 set at Tubby’s. The recording captures the band’s dynamic shift from searing intensity to tender passages, showcasing members from Tortoise, BASIC, Health...
Interview: The Big Hash Wants You To Feel The Love
South African artist The Big Hash drops his genre‑bending album *Love Is A Star*, a joint effort with Amapiano heavyweight Kabza De Small and producer SLY. The record fuses Afro‑beat, Amapiano, R&B and trap‑soul while centering love as both inspiration...
Essential Releases, May 8, 2026
Bandcamp Daily’s May 8 roundup spotlights five distinct releases, from Croz Boyce’s atmospheric Animal Collective side‑project to Da Qi’s avant‑garde free‑improv quartet. Metal upstarts Frozen Soul debut a guest‑laden third album featuring Gerard Way and Machine Head, while L’Orange reissues his 2013 debut Old Soul on...
Nicole Sabouné – Lubnan
Nicole Sabouné, a Lebanese‑born singer‑songwriter, released the single “Lubnan” in 2026, drawing attention for its kinetic motorik rhythm and emotionally charged vocals. The track, highlighted on mp3hugger.com, is praised for its boundless energy that “flails limbs” and evokes a sense...
Noah Kahan's 'The Great Divide' Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200
Singer‑songwriter Noah Kahan achieved his first Billboard 200 No. 1 with the fourth album The Great Divide, moving 175,000 copies and posting the year's biggest streaming debut. The surprise deluxe edition placed all 21 tracks on the Hot 100, underscoring the power of...
Ruby Duff and Lo Lauren Become First Recipients of John Sweeney Awards and Bursaries
SESAC and Sound City introduced two new honors—the John Sweeney Impact Award and the John Sweeney Legacy Prize—at Sound City 2026, naming Ruby Duff and Lo Lauren as the inaugural recipients. Each winner receives a £5,000 (≈ $6,350) unrestricted bursary to fund...
Chaka Khan Doesn’t Believe in Alarm Clocks
Legendary vocalist Chaka Khan has returned with the single “Chakzilla,” the first new music she’s released in almost ten years, and announced her 14th solo album of the same name for September 18, 2026. The album will feature high‑profile collaborations...
ALBUM REVIEW: Ashley McBryde’s ‘Wild’ Offers Raucous Redemption and Hope
Ashley McBryde releases her fifth studio album, Wild, a raucous blend of rock and country. The record opens with “Rattlesnake Preacher,” a snarling rocker that pairs screaming guitars with gospel‑tinged lyrics about a fire‑and‑brimstone preacher. Tracks like “Arkansas Mud” showcase...
The Last Dinner Party Unleash Long-Awaited Fan Favourite ‘Big Dog’
British art‑pop band The Last Dinner Party released "Big Dog", a dark art‑pop single co‑produced with Animesh Raval, alongside spoken‑word intro "Come All You Beasts". The track, a longtime live favorite, showcases a more experimental left‑field sound reminiscent of PJ...
Dublin’s Really Good Time Announce Debut Album ‘Affirmations’ and Gritty New Single
Irish trio Really Good Time announced their debut album, Affirmations, slated for an August 7 release, accompanied by the new single “Do It.” The track showcases motorik‑driven guitars and a relentless rhythm section while lampooning Ireland’s housing crisis and the pressures of...
The Last Dinner Party Unleash Fan Favourite “Big Dog”
The Last Dinner Party released “Big Dog,” a dark art‑pop single co‑produced with Animesh Raval, marking the band’s first production credit. Accompanying the track is a spoken‑word intro, “Come All You Beasts,” which deepens the song’s folkloric narrative. The group...
Dallas Rapper ABM Benji Drops High-Energy “Let’s Get To It” Visual
Dallas‑born rapper ABM Benji has launched the official video for her single “Let’s Get To It,” which features fellow artist Ratchet Lo. The high‑energy visual, filmed in Oak Cliff, showcases the duo’s chemistry and street‑style aesthetics. The track is already gaining...
Turnover Announce New Album ‘Down On Earth’
Turnover announced their sixth studio album, "Down On Earth," slated for release on May 29. The record is the band’s first independent release after parting with Hopeless Records, reflecting a shift toward artist‑controlled distribution. To promote the launch, the group...
King Tuff :: Moo
King Tuff’s frontman Kyle Thomas has released the new album *MOO*, recorded on a refurbished Tascam 388 and a well‑worn Gibson SG. After abandoning Los Angeles, Thomas retreated to his hometown of Brattleboro, Vermont, to capture a stripped‑down, mid‑1970s‑style country‑rock vibe....
Slow Fiction Return With New Single “Junior Year”
Brooklyn indie band Slow Fiction has released “junior year,” their first single on the Tight Knit label, accompanied by a video directed by Miles Wilson. The track follows the critical acclaim of their 2024 EP *Crush* and delves into the...
The Tiwa Savage Foundation Is Here To Train The Next Generation Of African Music Stars
Tiwa Savage, one of Africa’s most prominent Afrobeats stars, has launched the Tiwa Savage Foundation in partnership with Berklee College of Music. The inaugural week-long program, held April 22‑26, brought together 120 aspiring musicians, producers, songwriters, and business students for...
Ye Makes Courtroom Joke During ‘DONDA’ Listening Event Sampling Dispute
Kanye West, now known as Ye, appeared in an Atlanta courtroom to defend a copyright lawsuit tied to his 2021 Donda listening event. Producers DJ Khalil, Sam Barsh, John Mease and Dan Seeff claim Ye sampled their composition “MSD PT2”...
Harrison Gordon Sign To Hopeless Records And Share Emotionally-Charged Single ‘Pretty’
Illinois‑based indie rock outfit Harrison Gordon has officially signed to Hopeless Records and released the single “Pretty.” The track delivers an urgent, emotionally charged critique of society’s reliance on screens and the erosion of face‑to‑face connection. The band is supporting...
Rick Ross Requests “No Drake Vocals” During Verzuz Battle
During his May 7, 2026 Complex Verzuz showdown with French Montana, Rick Ross insisted on playing a version of his 2008 hit “Aston Martin Music” that omitted Drake’s guest vocals. The request was made live as the producers queued the...
Beatles Solo Albums Ranked Worst to Best
The article ranks every Beatles member’s solo releases from worst to best, covering over 65 albums spanning the 1970s to posthumous collections. It notes that while some projects fell into dated clichés, others—especially George Harrison’s and John Lennon’s comebacks—have grown...
How Adi Shankar Brought Papa Roach and Hanumankind Together for ‘Devil May Cry’ Song ‘See U In Hell’
Adi Shankar teamed with Netflix music chief Arun Ganapathy to commission a new song for the second season of the animated *Devil May Cry* series. American rock outfit Papa Roach and Indian‑born rapper Hanumankind recorded “See U In Hell,” a rap‑metal track that mirrors the conflicted...
The Last Dinner Party Share Storming New Single ‘Big Dog’ & Poem ‘Come All You Beasts’
British indie‑rock outfit The Last Dinner Party has dropped a new single titled “Big Dog,” paired with a spoken‑word piece called “Come All You Beasts.” The poem, written by bassist Georgia Davies, extends the storytelling arc of their sophomore album...
MacFarmlin – ‘Amber’ EP
Jonas Axt’s project MacFarmlin debuts with the “Amber” EP, a six‑track blend of folk, chamber‑rock, and atmospheric songwriting. The record explores anxiety and inner conflict through mountain‑laden metaphors, highlighted by tracks such as “Alaska,” “Amber,” and “169 Avel.” Axt will...
King Cangin Making an Impact With High Energy Project “Brooklyn Buddha”
Brooklyn-born rapper King Cangin releases his debut album "Brooklyn Buddha," blending gritty boom‑bap with spiritual themes. The project reflects his personal transformation after a knee surgery forced a career shift from teaching to music. Featuring collaborations with Big Body Bes,...
MONÉT MERCHAND The Global Pop Arrival Has Officially Begun
Monét Merchand’s debut single “KOKORO” cracked the iTunes Global Top 10, landing at #9 alongside icons like Michael Jackson and Lady Gaga. The independent artist amassed 3.7 million streams on Boom‑play and is gaining traction across YouTube, radio and international press. Her rise...
Best New Albums This Week: Broken Social Scene, Lemoncello, Aldous Harding, Action Bronson and More
A wave of new releases this week spotlights indie heavyweights and emerging acts, from Broken Social Scene’s first album in nine years to Lykke Li’s announced final record. The lineup includes Lemoncello’s synth‑infused sophomore, Aldous Harding’s fifth album, and Action Bronson’s self‑released...
BBC Beatles Drama of Unknowns Prepares to Go Head-to-Head with Sam Mendes Hollywood Biopic
The BBC is producing a six‑part drama, "Hamburg Day," slated for a 2027 broadcast that chronicles the Beatles' formative years playing clubs in Germany. The series relies on unknown young actors and cover songs because it lacks rights to the...
Add to Playlist: The Magnetic, Uncanny Songwriting of Frances Chang and the Week’s Best New Tracks
Brooklyn‑based singer‑songwriter Frances Chang has issued the single “No Avatar” on RVNG Intl, a label known for avant‑pop acts such as Julia Holter. The track strips back her earlier prog‑laden noise in favor of piano‑driven minimalism, echoing the six‑minute suite “I...
HoodTrophy Bino Releases Captivating New Album “Made a Way”
Rising West Coast rapper HoodTrophy Bino has released his 11‑track album "Made a Way", featuring collaborations with NoCap, Luh Kel, and other regional artists. The project mixes gritty street narratives with club‑ready production, underscoring Bino’s evolution from incarceration to national...
Beijing's Premier Experimental Music Night Shifts to Saturday
To my friends in Beijing, the Sally Can't Dance Tuesday shows have become, over the past nine months, one of the main focal points for experimental and improvised music in Beijing. Because of the holiday, we moved Tuesday's performance...
Top 40 Radio
it feels like top 40 stations forcefully put "the fate of ophelia" back in heavy rotation immediately after "elizabeth taylor" was chosen as the doa third single
Ariana Grande Unveils Ferocious New Album 'Petal' Ahead of Summer Tour
Pop icon Ariana Grande announced her upcoming album 'Petal', describing it as "feral" and a break from politeness. The record drops July 31, preceding her first North American tour in seven years, marking a decisive artistic pivot.
Stevie Wonder’s Late‑December Sun Shines Bright
I wrote about Stevie Wonder's "I Can See the Sun in Late December" for @Spin's Deep Cut Friday column this week: https://t.co/wMiFB6f4aY
Charli XCX’s ‘Rock Music’ Video Sparks Yes‑Answer Debate
Charli xcx Releases ‘Rock Music’ Video — Is It Rock, or Is It Not Rock? Fans Agree: The Answer Is Yes https://t.co/mZCdJ5ZkZb via @variety
Lemonsuckr Share Bruising New Single “Stain”
British indie rock quartet Lemonsuckr has dropped “Stain,” the lead single from their upcoming EP *Life Is A Heist* slated for release on ALTER Music. The track, a gritty exploration of family fracture, was self‑produced and recorded between the band’s...