Today's Music Pulse
Ye releases deluxe edition of ‘Bully’ with new Don Toliver track
Ye issued the deluxe edition of his twelfth studio album Bully on June 19, adding updated mixes, a Don Toliver collaboration titled “OK,” and a new song “Mission Control.” He also premiered a surreal video for the opening track “Kings,” directed by his wife Bianca Censori.
Nicky MacKenzie Explores Self-Awareness, Escapism & Emotional Growth on Morals EP, Led by Reflective Lead Single “Lost and Found”
Canadian singer‑songwriter Nicky MacKenzie has released the introspective EP Morals, anchored by the reflective lead single “Lost and Found.” The project revisits voice‑memo fragments from her early twenties, re‑working them with mature lyrical insight and sleek pop production. Recorded on her grandfather’s out‑of‑tune acoustic guitar, the EP embraces imperfect textures alongside atmospheric vocoder hooks. MacKenzie describes the work as a dialogue between her younger self and her present self, exploring self‑awareness, emotional avoidance, and personal growth.
Thomas Duxbury and New Mother Nature Debut New Album “Night Is Young” With Epic Title Track
Thomas Duxbury and New Mother Nature, hailing from Hamilton, Ontario, have released Night is Young, a sprawling garage‑rock album that blends blues‑rock grit with indie‑rock exploration. The record chronicles years of travel from Spain to Scotland, reflecting themes of change,...
Watch the Paradox’s Tiny Desk Concert
The Paradox performed a six‑song set on NPR’s Tiny Desk as part of Black Music Month, debuting their new single “Good For Me.” The appearance highlighted collaborations with Travis Barker and celebrated recent milestones, including becoming the first all‑Black act...
John Gallagher Jr. On Almost Okay, Swept Away, and The Exorcist: Podcast
Actor‑musician John Gallagher Jr. released his new EP "Almost Okay", describing it as a raw snapshot of a personal reset after a breakup and his Broadway run in "Swept Away". He highlighted the EP’s live‑band feel, the pressures of indie...
Drake Matches Adele In A Historic Feat
Drake’s third‑week reign at No. 1 with his album Iceman brings his career total to 40 weeks atop the Billboard 200, tying Adele for ninth‑place all‑time. The milestone also pushes him past Elton John, Fleetwood Mac and the Rolling Stones in cumulative chart dominance. While...
Fly Anakin Completes ‘(The) Forever Dream’ Arc With New EP ‘Night Shift’
Virginia rapper Fly Anakin drops ‘(The) Forever Dream: Night Shift’, a twelve‑track EP released through Lex Records. The project serves as an expansion of last year’s ‘(The) Forever Dream’ album, continuing the late‑night radio show concept with Anakin and executive...
SLEEPING WITH SIRENS Announces Fall 2026 North American Headlining Tour
Sleeping With Sirens announced a 30‑city North American headlining tour for fall 2026, beginning after their Aftershock Festival appearance on Oct. 3 and concluding at the Vans Warped Tour in Orlando on Nov. 14. The trek features support from Rain City Drive...
Symphonic Metal Band DOLIA Unveils Cinematic New Single And Video 'Duet'
Bosnian symphonic‑metal outfit DOLIA has dropped its second single “Duet,” the next chapter of a trilogy inspired by the Slavic goddess Morana. Frontwoman Sara Vojicic, daughter of Bosnian rock legend Mladen “Tifa” Vojičić, delivers a theatrical vocal performance that blends...
Watch: Julian Lage Joins Goose for “Travelers”
Goose kicked off its North American summer tour at Toronto’s RBC Amphitheatre, the first show after releasing the new album *Big Modern!*. The band delivered a career‑spanning set that featured extended improvisations, including a 46‑minute sequence linking “Creatures” and “So...
SPOTLIGHT: River Shook Finds Security in The Unknown on Self-Titled Solo Debut
River Shook’s self‑titled solo debut arrives on June 26 via Blackberry River, marking a decisive break from the outlaw‑country roots of Sarah Shook and The Disarmers. The new record pares back distortion in favor of intimate, vocal‑forward arrangements, showcasing the...
Ariana Grande Ties Taylor Swift’s No. 1 Record — For Now
Ariana Grande’s single “Hate That I Made You Love Me” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, giving her an eighth chart‑topping debut. The feat ties her with Taylor Swift for the most instant No. 1 entries among female artists, while Drake...
Ceremony Announce New Album ‘Tell Me Your Dream’ and Share Single ‘Death Destruction Mayhem’
California punk veterans Ceremony announced their seventh studio album, Tell Me Your Dream, slated for an August 7 release on Relapse Records. The announcement coincides with the debut of the post‑punk single “Death Destruction Mayhem” and its accompanying video. Produced...
ANDY LA ROCQUE: 'Nobody Knows' When The Long-Awaited New KING DIAMOND Album 'Saint Lucifer's Hospital 1920' Will Arrive
Andy La Rocque revealed that King Diamond’s long‑awaited horror‑trilogy opener, “Saint Lucifer’s Hospital 1920,” is still in pre‑production, with only a few of his eight demo songs cleared for the album. The band has been refining material live, including tracks like “Electro Therapy” and “Spider Lilly,” while...
Julia Jacklin Announces New Album, Shares “Get Away From Me (I Think I’ll Love You Soon)”
Australian singer‑songwriter Julia Jacklin announced her fifth studio album, The Gem, slated for release on September 25 via independent label 4AD. The record marks her first collaboration with the label and was co‑produced with Robert Muinos in Melbourne. The lead...
Genghis Tron, “Signal Fire”
Electro‑metal veterans Genghis Tron released their fourth studio album, Signal Fire, on June 15, 2026. The record expands the core duo Hamilton Jordan and Michael Sochynsky with Sumac drummer Nick Yacyshyn, The Armed vocalist Tony Wolski, and bassist Kenny Szymanski, creating a...
Twenty-Seven Projects and Counting: Alice Simard’s Unstoppable Metal Onslaught
Alice Simard, a 22‑year‑old Quebec musician, has built an unprecedented DIY empire with 27 active metal projects and nearly 100 releases since 2019. She self‑teaches every instrument, vocal style, and production technique, releasing music directly on Bandcamp and streaming platforms....
Father Dionysios Tabakis’s Drone Metal Debut
Greek Orthodox priest Father Dionysios Tabakis has broken into the experimental music world with his debut album “Paradise Metal,” a 32‑minute blend of Byzantine chant, drone metal, and ambient electronics. Initially released as a limited run of 150 cassettes, the...
BRUCE DICKINSON Shares Behind-The-Scenes Footage From Making Of New Video For His Classic Solo Song 'Tears Of The Dragon'
Bruce Dickinson released a cinematic music video for the re‑imagined version of his solo classic “Tears Of The Dragon,” filmed in a disused São Paulo brewery with a full orchestra and ballet dancer. The video is part of the newly remixed “More Balls To Picasso” album, now...
Kehlani Drops ‘Cruise Control’ Music Video Ahead of World Tour
R&B star Kehlani has dropped the official video for her track “Cruise Control,” directed by Gabe Phoenix and set against a desert backdrop. The song comes from her self‑titled album, which entered the Billboard 200 at No. 4 with 69,000 equivalent units, the...
Jenny Reynolds Keeps Things Flexible on ‘Willow & Stone’
Jenny Reynolds’ latest indie release, Willow & Stone, arrives as an 11‑track collection anchored by acoustic guitar and modest orchestration. Produced by veteran Mark Hallman, the album features subtle flourishes such as flugelhorn, cello, and layered background vocals from singers...
Drake’s ‘Janice STFU’ Becomes His Defining 2020s Hit
Drake’s single “Janice STFU,” released May 15 from the album *Iceman*, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his 14th chart‑topper and overtaking Michael Jackson for the most No. 1 hits by a solo male artist. The track became his first...
Drake Inches Closer to Matching Morgan Wallen’s Record Atop Billboard 200
Toronto rapper Drake’s album *Iceman* has extended his total tenure at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 to 41 weeks, putting him one week shy of Morgan Wallen’s 42‑week record for male artists in the 21st century. The gap could close next...
Des Rocs ‘To Hell And Back’ | Track By Track
Des Rocs’ new album “To Hell And Back” is a ten‑track rock odyssey that fuses aggressive riffs with vulnerable lyricism. The record was partly recorded at New York’s iconic Power Station, giving it a historic studio vibe. Themes range from...
Mondays with Morgan: New Jazz Underground – New Album ‘Hoodies’
New Jazz Underground’s debut album Hoodies dropped on May 29 via Paris‑based Artwork Records. The trio—saxophonist/vocalist Abdias Armenteros, bassist Sebastian Rios and drummer T.J. Reddick—leveraged pandemic‑era YouTube virality to attract NPR’s attention, an A&R scout and ultimately a record deal. Armenteros’ profile rose after subbing...
Alan Walker and STING Energy Turn Formula 1 Roar Into Global Anthem in Barcelona
Alan Walker and STING Energy launched "The Sting Within Me," a track built from authentic Formula 1 engine sounds, during the 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix. The song blends race ambience with electronic production, turning the sport’s roar into a global dance...
Punjabi Pop Icon Karan Aujla Announces New Zealand Show
Punjabi star Karan Aujla will perform at Auckland’s Spark Arena on August 25, 2026 as part of his world tour. Ticket sales begin with an artist pre‑sale on June 17, a Live Nation pre‑sale on June 18, and a general...
Poetics of a New Estate
Norwegian‑Danish project Soli City releases its debut album *Poetics of a New Estate*, a 45‑minute experimental work that fuses a chamber ensemble with glitch‑laden electronic production. Graduate Harald Bjørn, who remains anonymous in the liner notes, pairs intricate string arrangements with...
BIGSOUND Unveils Stacked 2026 Artist Showcase Lineup
BIGSOUND announced its 2026 Artist Showcase lineup, featuring 100 emerging acts from Australia and New Zealand, slated for September 1‑4 in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley. The festival’s curators, Casey O’Shaughnessy and Katie Rynne, assembled a diverse roster that includes rising talents such as...
Fjall – ‘Helt’
British indie label Discus Music releases Fjall’s double‑CD album “Helt,” recorded from two live Sheffield concerts in April 2025 and December 2023. The project, described by founder Martin Archer as the group’s “final statement,” spans 158 minutes across four expansive tracks. Featuring...
Drake’s ‘ICEMAN’ No. 1 for Fourth Week on Billboard 200
Drake’s album ICEMAN held the Billboard 200’s top spot for a fourth consecutive week, moving 133,000 equivalent album units in the U.S., a 22% dip from the prior week. Streaming drove the bulk of the tally, delivering 132,000 units (about 135.8 million on‑demand...
DARKTHRONE's TED 'NOCTURNO CULTO' SKJELLUM Says His New Band AVRAK Will Release Debut Album This Fall
Norwegian black‑metal legend Darkthrone’s frontman Ted “Nocturno Culto” Skjellum announced his new heavy‑rock outfit AVRAK will issue its debut album this autumn. The band, featuring guitarist Anders Hegna of NØD, EL KAYENNE and SVIDD GREVLING, debuted live in April with...
A PERFECT CIRCLE Has More New Music Coming: 'We're Working Toward Something'
Guitarist Billy Howerdel told 93X’s Kevin Kellam that A Perfect Circle is actively writing new material, though no release date is set. The band is juggling songwriting with a European tour, using “soft deadlines” to keep momentum. Their latest single “Starless,” recorded...
MATT HEAFY Of TRIVIUM Swears Their Next Record Is "Arguably Our Greatest Album Of All Time"
Metal band Trivium announced that their 11th studio album is now in the mixing phase. Frontman Matt Heafy told Metal Injection the record could be "arguably our greatest album of all time." The band has not revealed a title or...
My Top 30 Songs for June 14-20, 2026
The weekly roundup from Eclectic Music Lover spotlights the top 30 songs for June 14‑20, 2026, with Death Cab for Cutie’s “Riptides” retaining the #1 spot for a second straight week. Olivia Rodrigo breaks into the top‑10 with “Drop Dead,” while four new...
MATT HEAFY On TRIVIUM's Upcoming LP: 'We're Sitting On Arguably Our Greatest Album Of All Time'
At Download Festival on June 13, Trivium frontman Matt Heafy revealed the band’s next LP is slated for late 2026 and will be the first record featuring new drummer Alex Rüdinger, who finally joined after a decade‑long pursuit. Heafy described the...
Dave Holland – ‘Freedom Call’ – Major Boxset Due for October 2026
Jazz bassist Dave Holland turns 80 on October 1, 2026, and Edition Records will mark the milestone with "Freedom Call," the first comprehensive boxset of his career. Scheduled for release on October 2, the 6‑LP/3‑CD collection compiles previously unreleased live material from Holland’s...
Drake Joins Spotify’s Exclusive 100 Million Monthly Listeners Club as ‘ICEMAN’ Rolls On
Drake has become only the second hip‑hop artist to reach 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify, underscoring his streaming clout. His May 15 album *ICEMAN* debuted with 463,000 units and has now exceeded one million total consumption, positioning it for a fourth consecutive...
Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love’ Breaks First-Day Streaming Records
Olivia Rodrigo’s third album, *You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love*, debuted on June 12 and instantly set streaming milestones. Spotify reported it as the most‑streamed album in a single day by a female artist in 2026,...
STAIND To Release 'Break The Cycle - 25th Anniversary Live' In August
Staind will issue “Break The Cycle – 25th Anniversary Live” on August 21 through BMG/Alchemy Recordings, featuring live renditions of all 13 tracks from their 2001 breakthrough album. The release is accompanied by an official video of the live performance...
Lil Uzi Vert Proves They Can’t Be Duplicated With Frenetic Headlining Performance at Summer Smash 2026: ‘New Album on the Way’
Lil Uzi Vert headlined Lyrical Lemonade’s Summer Smash 2026 in Bridgeview, Illinois, energizing a crowd of roughly 50,000. The set opened with an unreleased song, then blended recent hits like “What You Saying” with early fan favorites such as “Money...
MIKE MANGINI Joins GODSMACK As New Drummer
Mike Mangini, the veteran drummer best known for his tenure with Dream Theater, has officially joined hard‑rock outfit Godsmack as their new percussionist. The announcement follows Godsmack's recent decision to expand their live lineup ahead of a global tour supporting...
Ed Sheeran to Kick Off Massive “LOOP Tour” Of North America
Ed Sheeran launches a 27‑date “LOOP Tour” across North America, kicking off June 13 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona and concluding November 7 in Tampa, Florida. The stadium trek supports his September‑released album Play, which peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard 200. Major...
Harry Styles Grabs Wembley Stadium Crown as Historic Run Begins: 7 Best Moments
Harry Styles' June 2022 Wembley Stadium show marked his first solo headline in an outdoor arena and introduced the now‑iconic red love‑heart jumpsuit. The recent "Together, Together" residency returned to Wembley for a 12‑night run, breaking Coldplay's record of ten...
The Strokes Put on a Very Strokesian Show at Bonnaroo with Live Debuts and Kanye Jokes
The Strokes headlined Bonnaroo 2026, delivering an 18‑song set that spanned all seven studio albums and featured the live debut of their new single “Falling out of Love.” Frontman Julian Casablancas peppered the performance with jokes about Kanye West, NFTs and...
SABATON Announce 'The Grand Swedish Arena Tour' And Share New Lyric Video For "The Duelist"
Swedish power‑metal veterans Sabaton have unveiled "The Grand Swedish Arena Tour," slated to launch in January 2027 across major venues throughout Sweden. The announcement coincides with the release of a new lyric video for the track "The Duelist," providing fresh...
Snow Tha Product Receives City Honor for Speaking Up After L.A. ICE Raids & More Uplifting Moments
Snow Tha Product was honored by the City of Los Angeles with a Certificate of Recognition for using her platform to uplift Latino communities, a tribute arriving one year after the ICE raids that rattled immigrant families. The ceremony, signed by all...
Ariana Grande Blocked From A New No. 1 By A Musical Legend
Ariana Grande’s 10‑year anniversary reissue of *Dangerous Woman* surged to No. 2 on Billboard’s Vinyl Albums chart, narrowly missing the top spot. Paul McCartney’s new vinyl release *The Boys of Dungeon Lane* claimed No. 1, giving the legend his fifth vinyl chart‑topping album....
Molly Brandt Invites You To The ‘Museum of Being’
Molly Brandt, the Minnesota‑born Americana singer‑songwriter, has released her third full‑length album, Museum of Being. The record expands her pandemic‑born songwriting catalog with a concept that treats personal memories as museum exhibits, moving from intimate acoustic moments to sweeping, dramatic...
Blxst Returns with Deeply Personal New Album ‘Labor of Love’
Grammy‑nominated West Coast artist Blxst has dropped his first full‑length album in two years, Labor of Love, via EMPIRE and International BLXST. The 13‑track project is entirely self‑written and self‑produced, featuring guest spots from Sasha Keable, Cheyenne Wright, poet Love Rich TT and Big Sad 1900....
Katy Perry, LISA, Anitta & More at 2026 World Cup USA Opening Ceremony: Best Moments From Inside L.A. Stadium
On June 12, 2026, the United States kicked off the FIFA World Cup with a star‑studded opening ceremony at Los Angeles Stadium. Performers included Katy Perry, who debuted “Wonder” with 10‑year‑old Norwegian singer Tius Luka, K‑pop star LISA, Brazilian vocalist...