Today's Music Pulse
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Soundtrack Shatters Billboard Hot 100 Records
Netflix’s animated series “KPop Demon Hunters” has remained in the Global Top 10 films chart for 52 straight weeks, amassing more than 20.5 billion U.S. viewing minutes and 600 million completed views. Its soundtrack made history by placing four tracks simultaneously in the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10, securing the first K‑pop Oscar and Grammy nominations for a TV series.
Wyclef Jean Talks 2026 World Cup Performances, Upcoming 7-Album ‘Quantum Leap’ Series & Bringing Haitian Carnival to the World: ‘Feels...
Wyclef Jean returned to the FIFA World Cup stage for a second consecutive year, delivering a collaborative performance of his new single “Chosen” at the Toronto Fan Festival and a high‑energy set in New York that celebrated his 1997 album *The Carnival*. The Haitian‑born artist used the NYC show to spotlight Haitian Carnival culture, wearing a Knicks jersey and featuring vibrant dancers. He also announced an ambitious “Quantum Leap” project—a series of seven genre‑spanning albums to be released within a year, beginning with the hip‑hop LP *Clef Notes* on June 26. Guest appearances include Rapsody, Lil Wayne, G Herbo and others, underscoring his cross‑generational appeal.
Malcolm Todd’s ‘Do That Again’ Debuts in Top 10 of 7 Billboard Charts
Malcolm Todd’s sophomore album *Do That Again* debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 with 67,000 equivalent album units, including 30,000 pure sales and 19,000 vinyl copies. The release also entered the top ten of seven Billboard charts, reaching No. 2 on...
YHWH Nailgun Are Taking Magazine on Tour
YHWH Nailgun released their 11‑minute debut album *Magazine* on 4AD, debuting it at C2C Festival in New York. The band announced a fall 2026 North American tour spanning 23 dates from September to October. Supporting acts include Seattle darkwave musician...
BCMC :: Stash
BCMC’s second album, Stash, sees Cooper Crain and Bill MacKay moving away from the free‑form improvisation of their debut, Foreign Smokes, toward tighter, pre‑planned structures. The duo honed the new material onstage before recording, resulting in intricate, geometrically patterned riffs...
ANGEL Is Open To Making Festival Appearances Following Completion Of 2026-2027 'Farewell' Tour
Angel frontman Frank DiMino outlined the band’s 2026‑2027 farewell tour, which will hit West Coast clubs, a Gene Simmons Legends of Rock Expo appearance, and dates in Texas and Florida. The group remains open to festival slots after the tour concludes,...
Track Premiere: Dragsholm – ‘Battling Through the Stormlands’
New Jersey black/death metal outfit Dragsholm is set to release its first full-length album, “From the Bloodlines of Bram,” on July 3, 2026. The record delves into the Dracula legend, positioning the band’s vampire‑themed narrative beyond typical genre clichés. Its lead track,...
Johnny Marr Announces New Album, The Age of Everything, Unveils First Single: Stream
Johnny Marr has announced his fifth solo studio album, *The Age of Everything*, slated for release on October 2 via BMG Records. The record’s lead single, “Spin,” is now streaming and highlights Marr’s signature guitar work with a dance‑punk edge. Marr...
Built to Spill & Quasi Announce Fall Tour
Built to Spill and indie rock veterans Quasi have announced an extensive fall tour that runs from June through November 2026, covering more than 30 dates across the United States. The itinerary includes festival slots in the Pacific Northwest, a...
Margo Price Remembers Bob Weir: An Effortlessly Ground Guru
Margo Price paid tribute to Bob Weir after his passing, calling him a sage and musical guru who taught her about melody, meditation, and presence. She recounts their first collaboration at the Ryman Auditorium in 2018 and subsequent performances together,...
FATES WARNING's RAY ALDER And JIM MATHEOS To Release Second NORTH SEA ECHOES Album 'How To Cast A Shadow'
North Sea Echoes, the progressive‑metal side project of Ray Alder and Jim Matheos, will release its second album "How To Cast A Shadow" on July 24 via Metal Blade Records. The record builds on the critical acclaim of their 2024...
Vince Staples Lines Up North American Tour
Vince Staples is embarking on a North American Cry Baby tour, supported by a live band, with shows scheduled from October 19 to November 15 across 15 U.S. and Canadian cities. The tour follows the release of his first full‑length...
JON SCHAFFER Shares Music Video For 'Molon Labe' From SONS OF LIBERTY Project
Jon Schaffer, founder of Iced Earth and Sons of Liberty, has released a new official music video for “Molon Labe,” the second single from his re‑imagined double‑album “Thought Crimes (Volumes 1 & 2). The album blends material from the 2009 “Brush‑fires Of The...
Isaiah Rashad to Hit the Road on U.S. Tour
Isaiah Rashad announced the Awful Road Trip Tour, a 30‑date U.S. trek launching in Atlanta this August to promote his May‑released album It’s Been Awful. The tour features TDE label‑mate Alemeda as the opening act and marks Rashad’s first headline...
Pink Floyd Blocked From A New No. 1 Album
Pink Floyd’s new compilation *8‑Tracks* entered the UK market this week, debuting at No. 2 on the Official Rock & Metal Albums chart and landing inside the top‑10 on four of six overall UK album lists. The release fell just one position...
From Hell I Rise (Extended Deluxe Edition)
Kerry King’s debut solo album *From Hell I Rise* has been reissued as an extended deluxe edition, adding five demo tracks where the guitarist handles vocals. The core 13‑track record showcases ferocious thrash reminiscent of Slayer’s late‑career sound, bolstered by...
YouTube Steps up Live Concert Offerings with New Series
YouTube is launching a new live‑music series called Music Nights, debuting with three intimate concerts featuring Kacey Musgraves, Isaiah Rashad and Bleachers. The shows will be filmed at iconic venues such as Gruene Hall, the Stone Pony and Intuit Plaza...
Squirrel Flower Announces New Album ‘Say a Prayer to the Gods of Getting Going’ and Shares Single ‘Reelin’
Chicago singer‑songwriter Ella Williams, performing as Squirrel Flower, announced her fourth studio album, Say a Prayer to the Gods of Getting Going, slated for August 21 on Polyvinyl Record Co. The lead single, “Reelin,” arrived with a striking video filmed...
Rotterdam Post-Hardcore Outfit Tramhaus Share Cultic Video for New Single ‘Plovdiv’
Rotterdam post‑hardcore band Tramhaus dropped the video for their new single “Plovdiv,” the lead track from the forthcoming album Blister, due Oct 9. The video, directed by multidisciplinary artist Héctor Garcia Martin (Hache), depicts a surreal cult ritual that satirizes corporate...
Album Review – Mack Geiger’s “Walk a Straight Line”
Australian singer‑songwriter Mack Geiger has broken into the U.S. country scene with his six‑song EP Walk a Straight Line, earning an 8.5/10 rating and strong streaming numbers. The record blends ’90s neotraditional country with Western swing, and all but one...
Danny Simmons, Older Brother Of Rev. Run and Russell Simmons, Passes Away At 72
Danny Simmons, the 72‑year‑old abstract expressionist painter and philanthropist, died this week, leaving a legacy that spanned visual art, poetry, and community activism. He co‑founded the Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation in 1995, which has provided arts education to underserved youth...
Lenny Kaye to Sit for A New York Evening with Michael Imperioli
Longtime Patti Smith Group guitarist Lenny Kaye will appear at the Grammy Museum’s A New York Evening with Michael Imperioli on June 23, offering a conversation and a live performance. At 79, Kaye is set to release his solo debut...
Infinity Song – Infinity Song
Infinity Song’s self‑titled album marks a decisive shift from their folk‑soft roots toward a fuller, rock‑inflected sound. The Boyd siblings preserve their signature tight harmonies while layering electric guitars, tighter rhythms, and bolder production. Standout tracks such as “Hurricane” and...
Lily Seabird Announces New LP ‘Lightspheres on Their Way,’ Shares “Election Day”
Lily Seabird announced her new LP Lightspheres on Their Way, slated for a September 4 physical release and an October 2 digital launch via Lame‑O Records. The album, co‑produced with Garrett Linck, opens with the gritty single “Election Day,” a metaphor‑laden track...
Sir Richard Bishop Shares “Back Forty Lashes” (On Tour Now)
Sir Richard Bishop released the second single “Back Forty Lashes” with a self‑directed video, previewing his upcoming album Hillbilly Erotica, due July 31 on Drag City. The track follows the lead single “Finger, Tennessee” and showcases Bishop’s ferocious, trance‑inducing acoustic guitar...
EELS Announce New Album ‘COOKIE HAPPENED’
American indie rock outfit EELS announced their sixteenth studio album, COOKIE HAPPENED, slated for release on October 16. The record’s title riffs on a Cookie Monster quote that frames fleeting joy as a philosophical point. A raw, downbeat lead single,...
Tyler Sabbag’s ‘Novella’ Is a Glorious Cinematic Musical Journey
Tyler Sabbag, Emmy‑winning TV composer, releases his first solo EP, “Novella,” a six‑track collection of cinematic instrumental music. The record blends orchestral strings from the Stockholm Studio Orchestra with harp, vibraphone, brass, and woodwinds, creating a sun‑kissed, Mediterranean‑flavored soundscape. Each...
Pictish Trail Return With a Lovely But Brooding LP
Scottish singer‑songwriter Johnny Lynch, aka Pictish Trail, releases his new album *Life Slime*, a 20‑year‑veteran’s blend of electronic textures and acoustic folk. The record oscillates between ethereal soundscapes and earth‑bound titles, tackling themes of loss, separation, and human frailty while...
The Tower Recordings :: Furniture Music For Evening Shuttles
Matt Valentine has re‑entered the Tower Recordings roster, prompting a fresh look at the label’s seminal release Furniture Music For Evening Shuttles. The album, originally issued in the early 2020s, is being re‑pressed on limited‑edition vinyl alongside a new Lagniappe Session and the follow‑up...
Electric Callboy Announce UK/EU Arena Tour
German metalcore act Electric Callboy announced a 13‑date arena tour across the UK and Europe for early 2027, timed to support their forthcoming album TANZNEID. The itinerary kicks off in Dublin’s 3Arena on Jan 21 and runs through major venues such...
Guest Playlist: Alif Hilal
Alif Hilal, formerly Lyra Pramuk, released Hymnal (Resung), a remix album that reimagines tracks from her second studio record Hymnal with contributions from 18 artists including Djrum, Laurel Halo, John Tejada and Dumama. The project blends Sufi Islamic rituals, blues,...
Janet Jackson Conquers Japan with Sold-Out Arenas and No. 1 Collaboration
Janet Jackson’s latest Japan tour featured four sold‑out arena performances, including two nights at Yokohama’s K Arena and shows in Kobe and a final date on June 17. The tour was amplified by a new remix of “Doesn’t Really Matter” with Japanese...
Styrofoam Winos Share “Somebody Wants to Send You a Message” Ahead of New Album
Styrofoam Winos released the final single “Somebody Wants to Send You a Message” ahead of their new album Any River, arriving on June 19 via Dear Life Records. The track, inspired by a late‑night encounter with a sex‑bot, evolved from...
Manchester’s Holly Head Return With ‘I’ve Had Want’
Manchester post‑punk outfit Holly Head has dropped a new single titled “I’ve Had Want.” The track tempers the band’s usual political fury with a sweeter melodic edge, reflecting a broader emotional palette. Co‑written by former guitarist and Westside Cowboy drummer...
Tech Startup Artist Included Launches with Plan to Re-Record Classic Songs Using AI. First Up: Karma Chameleon with Boy George
Los Angeles‑based startup Artist Included has unveiled an AI‑assisted vocal platform that lets legacy artists re‑record classic songs while retaining ownership of new masters. To showcase the technology, Boy George recorded a fresh version of Culture Club’s “Karma Chameleon” in partnership with...
Lily Seabird Announces New Album, Shares New Single ‘Election Day’
Lily Seabird announced her sophomore album *Lightspheres on Their Way*, slated for a September 4 physical release and an October 2 digital drop on Lame‑O Records. The announcement is accompanied by the fiery lead single “Election Day,” whose video was directed by...
Lily Seabird Announces New Album ‘Lightspheres On The Way’
Lily Seabird, the Vermont‑born indie songwriter, will issue her third album *Lightspheres On Their Way* on September 4 (physical) and October 2 (digital) via Lame‑O Records. The record follows the buzz‑driven debut *Alas* and the critically praised *Trash Mountain*, showcasing heightened confidence...
Dren McDonald – “Fading” (Ft. Sophia James)
Dren McDonald released the single “Fading” featuring vocalist Sophia James, serving as the lead track and chronological finale for his upcoming album Vox Pterous. The song blends unconventional layered guitars, dreamy strings, and drone‑like vocals to create a melancholic, Mazzy‑Star‑esque...
Royal Blush – “Gimme (One Thing)”
Royal Blush has released the anthemic rock single “Gimme (One Thing)” alongside a quirky music video inspired by guitarist Andrew Merclean’s prank‑call aliases. The track highlights frontwoman Allison Heckart’s expansive vocal range, shifting from raw frustration to calm autonomy over...
Criminal Hero – “Walk Through The Fire”
Canadian indie rock project Criminal Hero drops its fourth single, “Walk Through The Fire,” delivering a hook‑laden, raw‑energy track that previews their forthcoming debut album. The song blends fierce vocals, layered harmonies, and a mid‑track guitar solo, emphasizing no‑frills songwriting...
Twell Regor – ‘I Asked Her’
Twell Regor’s debut album *I Asked Her* marries alt‑pop and R&B with sweeping classical orchestration, delivering a cinematic soundscape that ranges from brass‑laden openers to trip‑hop‑infused closers. The record showcases Super Lunar’s soulful, multi‑layered vocals over strings, synths, and woodwinds,...
Nettspend Teases Album With OsamaSon
Rapper Nettspend hinted at a joint album and tour with fellow hip‑hop artist OsamaSon during a June 13 interview, coining the phrase “NXO album, NXO tour.” The two have a history of guest spots, including 2023’s “Wake Up,” 2024’s “Withdrawals,” and the...
Taylor Swift's Toy Story Track Hits No.1, 15th Chart‑Topper
Taylor Swift’s ‘Toy Story’ Song ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’ Bows at No. 1, Becoming Her 15th Hot 100 Topper https://t.co/RbXLeiDN0X via @variety
Widespread Panic Announce Riverside Run Following All Good Now Weekend
Widespread Panic has locked in a three‑night residency at Milwaukee’s Riverside Theater for Oct. 23‑25, 2026, with tickets on sale June 20 at 10 a.m. CT. The band just wrapped a two‑set‑per‑day headline stint at the All Good Now festival in Columbia, Maryland,...
Jazzy Announces Debut Album ‘Peace & Patience’
Irish electronic producer Jazzy is set to release her debut album, “Peace & Patience,” on October 23. The record was crafted with collaborators Mark Ralph, Tre Jean Marie, and Theo Hutchcraft across Dublin, London, and Los Angeles. A lead single, “Invisible,”...
New Viewing Options Open Up for Alan Jackson’s Final Concert
Alan Jackson’s farewell concert at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium sold out instantly, driving ticket prices to record highs. The lineup now includes country legends like George Strait, expanding its draw. NBC will film the show for a future primetime special, with...
Marty Kolls Debuts Folk Laced Single “Waves”
London‑based singer‑songwriter Marty Kolls has dropped her newest folk‑pop single “Waves,” a calm, meditative track that mirrors the natural rhythms of water. Inspired by her time on Lake Huron, the song explores struggle, surrender, and emotional grounding through layered harmonies...
Victoria Staff Embraces Self-Discovery and Indie Pop Ease on Debut Album Pink Magnolia, Helmed by the Confident Lead Single “Take...
Toronto singer‑songwriter Victoria Staff has launched her debut album Pink Magnolia, anchored by the upbeat lead single “Take Me Home.” The record pairs breezy indie‑pop melodies with lyrical explorations of self‑discovery, uncertainty, and youthful freedom. Produced alongside Will Crann, the...
Sleeping With Sirens Announce Fall 2026 North American Tour
Sleeping With Sirens announced a Fall 2026 North American tour, kicking off on October 8 in Phoenix and wrapping on November 14 in Orlando. The 20‑date run features Rain City Drive and Shyeye as supporting acts and supports the band’s newly released album,...
Pianist Abdullah Ibrahim Crafted a Magnificent New Culture for South Africa
Abdullah Ibrahim, born Adolph Brand in Cape Town, transformed South African jazz from the 1950s onward, blending bebop with local styles to create the iconic Cape jazz sound. His 1974 composition "Mannenberg" became the best‑selling South African jazz record and...
Em Armstrong Debuts Alt-Laced Single “Unapologetic”
Alternative artist Em Armstrong has dropped the single “Unapologetic,” a bold, camp‑filled track that champions self‑acceptance. The song’s lyrics, including the standout line “twisted copacetic,” flip conventional optimism on its head. Produced with the help of LESS KILLJOY and Lucky...