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Know What's Happening in Music
George Harrison’s ‘Something’ Crowned Beatles’ Greatest Love Song
George Harrison’s 1969 ballad “Something,” originally released on the Abbey Road album, has been hailed as the Beatles’ greatest love song. The track topped charts upon release and has earned lasting critical acclaim, cementing Harrison’s reputation alongside Lennon and McCartney.
Martin Luke Brown has released his reflective new single “back of my mind” through Bright Antenna Records, marking his first output since the 2025 album “man oh man !”. The track was co‑written and produced with Grammy‑winner Matt Zara and is accompanied by a visualiser directed by Dana Trippe. Brown describes the song as an ode to lingering love and the emotional artifacts we carry into later life. The release coincides with the conclusion of his UK/EU tour alongside Madison Cunningham.
Jonathan Bernstein’s newly released authorized biography, "What Do You Do When You’re Lonesome," chronicles the turbulent life of singer‑songwriter Justin Townes Earle. The book uncovers his early immersion in Nashville’s underground Swindlers scene, chronic addiction battles, and fraught relationship with...
The Jerry Garcia Symphonic Celebration will return on September 4, 2026 at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Virginia, featuring the National Symphony Orchestra. The concert honors 60 years of Grateful Dead music with classic tracks like “Dark Star” and “Ripple.” Veteran collaborators Melvin Seals, Jacklyn...
Wrote about new albums from Booker Stardrum and Gregory Uhlmann in today's newsletter, plus Philip Jeck, Nadia Struiwigh, DJs di Guetto, FAX, and Dntel's newly reissued Enya edits https://t.co/a7KTSupp1L https://t.co/W8mK4YyYe6
Modest Mouse released a new two‑minute single, “Look How Far,” featuring former Sleater‑Kinney drummer Janet Weiss. The track showcases the band’s signature indie‑rock sound while highlighting Weiss’s dynamic percussion. Ahead of the release, the group expanded its 2026 U.S. tour,...
On the latest edition of Catalog Club: Ramones (1976-1984), I talked about their most complete album (and also went on a long tangent about Cheap Trick). https://t.co/CAEtl3W5be https://t.co/EmbgWs9hTf
Exhumed’s ninth studio album, Red Asphalt, turns America’s deadly highway culture into a visceral death‑metal experience. The record leans on grim statistics—45,000 road deaths in 2023—to fuel brutal riffs, snarling vocals, and a production that feels “molasses‑thick.” While some tracks,...
AI ‘Actor’ Tilly Norwood Sings About Backlash in Bizarre Music Video Claiming ‘AI’s Not the Enemy, It’s the Key’ https://t.co/72BC5zg938 via @variety
Lowertown’s new single “Big Thumb” serves as the first taste of their upcoming album Ugly Duckling Union, slated for May 22 via Summer Shade. The track returns to the duo’s DIY folk‑jazz roots, featuring Avsha Weinberg’s 12‑string guitar and Olivia...
Deer Tick announced their ninth studio album, Coin‑O‑Matic, slated for a June 5 release on ATO Records. The record draws on Rhode Island’s hidden mob‑linked past, blending working‑class narratives with the state’s notorious underworld. Lead single “Mary Singletary” explores Catholic guilt...
Montreal trio BIG|BRAVE announced their tenth album, *in grief or in hope*, slated for June 12 on Thrill Jockey. The lead single, *the ineptitude for mutual discernment*, arrives with a video directed by guitarist Mat Ball and colour‑graded by Stacy Lee. The record...
Mythical Motors released its second single, “Dismantled Man Tells You,” ahead of the full album _Tremolo On The Punch Line_ slated for April 10, 2026 via Best Brother Records. The track fuses power‑pop brightness with new‑wave nostalgia, echoing influences from Game...
Umphrey’s McGee announced that guitarist Jake Cinninger will miss their 14‑stop West Coast March run, citing personal reasons. The notice arrived on March 10, the day the tour kicks off at Solana Beach’s Belly Up Tavern. This follows a similar February withdrawal from the...
Reservoir Media announced a worldwide publishing‑administration agreement with Academy‑Award‑winning composer Hans Zimmer, giving the company control over his extensive catalog through Remote Control Publishing. Zimmer’s body of work spans more than 200 projects and has generated over $30 billion in global box‑office...
Wrote about the second noise-rap album from Kim Gordon, which leapt out of the speakers at me https://t.co/rmQ1R8oHOw
Rare vinyl collectors spent more than $20,000 on high‑value records in February 2026, according to Discogs Marketplace data. The standout sale was Glenn Danzig’s ultra‑rare 1983 purple‑and‑black pressing of “Who Killed Marilyn?” which fetched $10,000, a first‑time listing on the platform....
Gucci Mane has reinvented himself from a chaotic, legally‑troubled rapper in the late 2000s to a health‑conscious, legacy‑driven artist after his 2014‑2016 prison stint. He credits incarceration with reshaping his perspective, prompting a focus on mental and physical well‑being, business...
The Eagles will issue a deluxe edition of *One of These Nights* on May 1, marking the album's 50th anniversary with new mixes, Dolby Atmos, and high‑resolution audio. The set includes a previously unreleased 1975 Anaheim concert, featuring Bernie Leadon's final...
East London rapper Unknown T has dropped the single “BBK,” a tribute to the first‑wave grime crews that shaped his early years. The track melds his drill‑rooted lyrical flow with melodic, grime‑style energy, showcasing his evolution as a versatile MC....
Lamb of God will stage a surprise, intimate concert at Philadelphia’s Theatre of Living Arts on March 15, just two days after dropping their new album *Into Oblivion*. The $15 tickets are being distributed through a Ticketmaster request system rather...
British indie artist Kamal. has released the new single “no friend, no lover,” featuring fellow singer‑songwriter Keaton Henson. The track follows a series of early‑year singles and serves as a bridge to his upcoming post‑2023 album cycle. It blends soulful...
The New York Philharmonic announced its 2026‑27 season, marking Gustavo Dudamel’s debut as music and artistic director. The opening concerts will debut at Radio City Music Hall and include a memorial performance at the Perelman Performing Arts Center for the...
French producer Kaval released the Drum Answer EP on Bristol‑based label Club Djembe, reviving UK funky influences within a broader African‑Caribbean palette. The six‑track record opens with the breezy “Floating Island” and builds through percussive cuts like “Mechanical” and the...
Tyler, the Creator will headline Lollapalooza Argentina on March 13 and Lollapalooza Chile on March 14, riding the momentum of his 2024 album Chromakopia. The festival lineups feature several artists—Lorde, Turnstile, KATSEYE, Djo, and School of Rock—who present natural collaboration opportunities on...
Grungegaze has become the defining sound of 2026’s underground, merging the melodic‑droning aesthetics of soft grunge with shoegaze textures and nu‑metal aggression. The movement traces back to Pennsylvania’s early‑2010s hardcore‑emo crossover, where Balance and Composure and Title Fight forged a...
Bilbao BBK Live announced its 2026 lineup, adding electronic heavyweight Calvin Harris and emerging act Westside Cowboy as headline attractions. The festival, marking its 20th anniversary, will run July 9-11 in Bilbao’s Kobetamendi park and already features Lily Allen, Robbie Williams,...
Disturbed frontman David Draiman performed both the U.S. and Israeli national anthems at the Algemeiner’s 12th annual J100 gala in New York. He was honored at the event, which gathers global leaders and supporters of the Jewish community. Draiman’s appearance...
Figure Eight, an emerging indie act, has issued a new 7‑inch single through Cherub Dream Records. The track opens with a two‑minute stretch of airy, patient sound before erupting into a wall of ambient distortion. Critics note the deliberate contrast...
Spanish grindcore veterans Nashgul mark their 25th anniversary with the self‑released EP "Santa Cruz Session." The record returns to the band’s roots, fusing relentless D‑beat grindcore, thrash riffs, and horror‑movie samples. Critics note its appeal to both underground hardcore fans...
Greek black‑metal veterans Rotting Christ have re‑recorded their 2010 album Aealo, releasing the updated version through Season of Mist in 2026. The new mix addresses the original’s thin production with modern mastering, but pushes vocalist Sakis Tolis forward, sometimes at the expense...
Grammy‑winner SZA has credited yoga and meditation practices at India’s Isha Foundation for reshaping her creative workflow. A viral moment at the Mahashivratri celebration highlighted her public embrace of the spiritual retreat, while a 30‑day silent Samyama program deepened her...
The indie duo Special Friend has unveiled their new LP, delivering a mix of upbeat singles and a softer, Camera Obscura‑style pop sound. The record showcases the group’s trademark vocal harmonies and feather‑light guitar jangle. Their lead single “Clipping” will be...
Belfast duo CHALK released their debut album Crystalpunk, a nine‑track record that fuses electronic, punk, and rave elements into a self‑coined genre. The album opens with the abrasive ‘Tongue’ and includes standout singles like ‘Pain’ and ‘Can’t Feel It’, which...
Chris Robinson, frontman of the Black Crowes, joins Joel Madden on episode 156 of the Artist Friendly podcast. The conversation follows the band’s release of their 2025 album *A Pound of Feathers*, recorded in Nashville with producer Jay Joyce in...
Tilaye Gebre’s saxophone performance with the Dahlak Band, recorded in the late 1970s, was captured in a single‑take, single‑mic live session at Addis Ababa’s Ghion Hotel. The nine‑track album delivers a slow‑burning, groove‑centric sound that feels both nocturnal and bright,...
Youbet is riding the current grunge revival by infusing the genre’s gritty guitar work with subtle pop melodies. Their new single demonstrates this blend, offering both distortion‑driven intensity and catchy hooks. The band will release a self‑titled LP on May 1...
Russian deathcore outfit Slaughter to Prevail announced a month‑long European and UK summer tour running from July 17 to August 15. The itinerary hits major festivals and club dates in twelve countries, featuring supporting acts Vended, Crypta and debuting teen‑thrash...
Michael Stipe teams up with Grammy‑winner Andrew Watt, former Pearl Jam guitarist Josh Klinghoffer, and Blink‑182 drummer Travis Barker to record "I Played The Fool," the official theme for HBO’s new comedy Rooster. The track marks Stipe’s first new song...
Delighted to say we’re bringing the JR Sextet to Liverpool’s magnificent Tung Auditorium this November. Been a while since we’ve played in the North West. Very much looking forward to it. https://t.co/3G66mgchbk
The Academy announced that singers from two Best Original Song nominees will perform live at the 98th Oscars on March 15. K‑pop‑themed "KPop Demon Hunters" will feature EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami singing "Golden" with traditional Korean instrumentation. The...
The 98th Academy Awards will spotlight two on‑stage musical performances that showcase the Original Song nominees. The K‑Pop Demon Hunters trio—Ejae, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami—will perform the hit “Golden,” blending traditional Korean instruments and dance. A separate tribute to...
Hong Kong shoegaze quintet Lucid Express releases their sophomore album *Instant Comfort*, featuring the track “Faux Sweetness” that juxtaposes pop‑leaning melodies with denser, heavier shoegaze production. Mixed by Kurt Feldman, the record expands on the debut’s optimism with louder guitars,...
Cornelia Murr has dropped the single “Come Undone,” featuring harpist Céline Dessberg and produced by Frank Maston in his Paris studio. The track’s airy arrangement underscores Murr’s gentle vocals while exploring themes of surrender and unexpected outcomes. “Come Undone” serves as the...
The Black Crowes released their tenth studio album, *A Pound of Feathers*, in March 2026, marking a second wave of new material after the 2024 reunion record *Happiness Bastards*. The album leans heavily on the band’s classic Southern‑rock formula—Rolling Stones...
The Times published Kevin Ng’s review of the Metropolitan Opera’s new Tristan und Isolde, noting mixed reactions to the production. Ng criticized the costume design and argued that conductor Yannick Nézet‑Séguin’s heavy orchestral emphasis drowned out the singers. However, he...
London‑based French quartet Huarinami has dropped their latest single, “Carried Away,” a high‑energy track that fuses early punk vibes with 60s French new‑wave flair and modern garage‑rock swagger. Frontwoman Pauline Janier (aka Cody Pepper) narrates a youthful, female‑centric story of...
GENA’s debut album *The Pleasure Is Yours* pairs Detroit‑born producer‑drummer Karriem Riggins with avant‑garde vocalist‑rapper Liv.e. The record fuses lo‑fi hip‑hop, jazz rap, soulful R&B, and experimental synth textures across a concise, beat‑tape‑like tracklist. All compositions are original, with no...
The Mad Mile, the UK indie duo of Adam Pickering and Matthew Goodbody, released the single “Smiths” from their 2026 album Legroom. The track mixes a proto‑jazz swing with classic Madchester‑era indie, drawing comparisons to the Bluetones and the original...
Founding Saxon guitarist Paul Quinn, now 74, has issued a new single with his side project The Cards titled “The Path You Choose.” The track reflects his shift from Saxon’s heavy‑metal thrust to a blues‑infused, acoustic‑friendly style. Quinn also announced...
Lamb of God’s latest record, *Into Oblivion*, drops on March 13 and is being hailed as the band’s strongest effort since 2012’s *Resolution*. The album mixes aggressive thrash with industrial‑tinged noise‑rock, delivering both familiar ragers and experimental tracks. Guitarists Mark Morton...
