Today's Music Pulse
Oliver Tree dies at 32 in Rio de Janeiro helicopter crash
Singer‑songwriter Oliver Tree was killed in a helicopter accident in Rio de Janeiro at age 32. The tragedy was reported by multiple outlets, confirming the location and cause of death.
Renée Fleming, Miah Persson, Ildebrando D’Arcangelo & Clay Hilley Lead Orchestre Symphonique De Montréal’s 2026-27 Season
Montreal's Orchestre symphonique de Montréal unveiled its 2026‑27 season, featuring a blend of canonical works and new commissions across 12 concerts. Highlights include Mahler excerpts in September, a joint “Voice of Nature” program with Renée Fleming and Rafael Payare in January, and a Beethoven Ninth performance paired with Jimmy López’s Symphony No. 6 in May. The season also showcases contemporary composers such as Hana Ajiashvili and Dalit Hadass Warshaw, and a full staging of Mozart’s Don Giovanni in April. Conductors Rafael Payare, Kent Nagano and Gemma New lead the varied repertoire.
UNCSA Symphony Orchestra 2026 Review: Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 & Malek Jandali’s Symphony No. 5 (U.S. Premiere)
The University North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) Symphony Orchestra delivered a free concert at the National Cathedral, pairing Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 with the U.S. premiere of Syrian composer Malek Jandali’s Symphony No. 5. Conductor James Allbritten led 92 student...
Gnod – Chronicles Of Gnowt Vol.1
Gnod’s new album *Chronicles Of Gnowt Vol.1* kicks off a planned three‑part series recorded in just under a week. The record mixes sparse folk‑ambient pieces with the heavy, riff‑driven rock the band is known for, showcasing new vocal approaches and...
Olivia Dean’s ‘Man I Need’ Passes One Billion Streams on Spotify
Olivia Dean’s single “Man I Need” has entered Spotify’s Billions Club after surpassing one billion streams, joining an elite list of tracks. The British pop star, fresh off Grammy, BRIT and MOBO wins, also logged 20 weeks at No. 1 on...
Günther Groissböck Joins Centre Stage Artist Management
Austrian bass Günther Groissböck has joined Centre Stage Artist Management, where he will be represented by Dominik Kitzl. Groissböck, celebrated for his Wagner and Strauss interpretations, has performed at the Vienna State Opera, the Metropolitan Opera, La Scala, the Royal...
Fidelity
Yaya Bey’s seventh studio album, Fidelity, drops in 2026, deepening her long‑standing focus on grief while weaving in themes of love, sexuality, and Black resilience. The record leans more toward breathy singing than rap, channeling mid‑90s R&B textures with sparkling...
Indigo Garden
Black Nile’s fourth LP, *Indigo Garden*, arrives as a polished homage to Los Angeles’ modern jazz renaissance, weaving sax‑driven melodies with Latin, electronica, and Black liberation motifs. The Shaw brothers—Aaron on sax and Lawrence on bass—are joined by a tight rhythm...
CANDY
Justine Skye’s new album *CANDY* marks a decisive shift from R&B to Ibiza‑inspired dance‑pop, debuting under a fresh Warner Brothers deal. The eight‑track, 25‑minute record leans heavily on house beats, with production credits from Kaytranada on songs like “Pop It” and “Thong.” Skye’s...
Red Hot Photo Committee
National Photo Committee finally released their long‑awaited debut album *Red Hot Photo Committee* after a seven‑year development period, moving from a YouTube teaser to a full release on Ever/Never Records. The Chicago‑based group blends punk‑originated energy with alt‑country instrumentation, featuring...
Nalan – “Ok”
Berlin‑based singer‑songwriter Nalan is set to release her sophomore album *2009* on April 24, 2026 through the indie label Mansions and Millions. The album follows the singles “59:1 (fiftynine to one)” and “I Like You,” and the latest track “Ok”...
L.A. Sagne – “Music in the Neighbourhood”
Amsterdam‑based L.A. Sagne released their debut album Good Company last month on the independent label Geertruida. The opening track, “Music in the Neighbourhood,” delivers a fast‑paced, hard‑hitting post‑punk sound that critics liken to Lambrini Girls and Amyl and the Sniffers....
Lizet Aviva – “Une Vie Trop Tranquille”
Dutch singer‑songwriter Lizet Aviva has issued the single “Une Vie Trop Tranquille,” the second track from an upcoming EP slated for a late‑spring release. The song originated during a night walk on Poland’s Sopot beach and draws on a French...
Rock Hall Legend Dave Mason Dies at 79
Dave Mason, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Who Co-Founded Traffic and Sang ‘Feelin’ Alright’ and ‘We Just Disagree,’ Dies at 79 https://t.co/MTgeFwzFmE via @variety
Club 8 – “There Is a Light That Seems to Go Out”
Swedish indie pop duo Club 8 has released a new single titled “There Is a Light That Seems to Go Out.” The track maintains the band’s signature dreamy, romantic pop sound, featuring a slow‑jam, waltz‑like rhythm that evokes cinematic intimacy....
Very Busy People – “Ordinary Night”
Austin‑based collective Very Busy People has dropped its new EP *Impressions*, highlighted by the single “Ordinary Night.” The song fuses late‑night jazzy indie rock with dream‑rock textures, 80s guitar tones, and bedroom‑pop lushness, evoking early‑2010s indie aesthetics. Released through the...
Rock Hall Legend Dave Mason Dies Peacefully at 79
Dave Mason passed away at 79 in his favourite chair, in the Carson Valley he loved, after cooking dinner with his wife. A Rock and Roll Hall of Famer who played on some of the greatest records ever made. https://t.co/xQyPLd8QcE
Twenty One Pilots' “Stressed Out” Hits 3 Billion Streams
Twenty One Pilots’ "Stressed Out" has reached 3 billion streams on Spotify. It peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent 23 weeks at #1 on Hot Rock Songs. It was the first rock song to hit 1...
Prince 10 Years Later: A Purple Legacy That Will Never Fade
Ten years after Prince’s death, his estate marked the anniversary with a free public opening of Paisley Park, a concert screening, and a moment of silence at 4:21 p.m. The summer will host “Prince Celebration 2026,” featuring members of The New Power Generation,...
Katseye to Perform at 2026 American Music Awards
Katseye is set to perform at the 52nd American Music Awards on May 25 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The group secured three nominations—New Artist of the Year, Best Music Video for “Gnarly,” and Breakthrough Pop Artist—highlighting...
TRAFFIC Co-Founder DAVE MASON Dead At 79
Legendary rock musician Dave Mason, co‑founder of Traffic, died at 79 on April 19, surrounded by his wife Winifred, their Maltese dog Star, and the Carson Valley he loved. He had retired from touring in 2024 after health setbacks, including a...
Imagine Dragons' “Demons” Hits 3 Billion Spotify Streams
Imagine Dragons’s "Demons" has reached 3 billion streams on Spotify. The song peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent 12 weeks in the top 10. It has been certified 12x Platinum in the U.S. https://t.co/u8U2DecRsP
BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Announces Summer/Fall 2026 Leg Of 'American Crusade' Tour With ZAKK SABBATH And DARK CHAPEL
Black Label Society announced the second leg of its “American Crusade” tour, kicking off in August 2026 and running through early October. The shows will feature Zakk Sabbath as the support act, with frontman Zakk Wylde handling both his band...
From ‘Confessions II’ Reveal to Sabrina Carpenter Coachella Cameo, Madonna Is Back On the Dance Floor
Madonna announced the sequel to her 2005 dance classic, Confessions II, with a July 3, 2026 release date. She unveiled the album’s lead single, “I Feel So Free,” on Friday, marking the first full taste of the project. The pop icon then...
Wayne Moss – Guitarist on “Pretty Woman” And “Jolene” – Has Died
Wayne Moss, the legendary Nashville session guitarist who contributed iconic riffs to songs by Dolly Parton, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan and many others, died on April 20 at age 88. Starting in 1959, he became a go‑to musician for country and rock artists, earning credits...
Chester Watson’s Psychedelic Beats Serve as Witchcraft Study Soundtrack
The "Psychic Warfare Department" instrumentals. Surreal and psychedelic spells summoned from the liminal mind of Chester Watson. Beats to study witchcraft to. https://t.co/EQqRoKGDXa @swampmonti
Billie Eilish's 'Wildflower' Hits 2 B Streams, 72‑week Hot
Billie Eilish’s "Wildflower" has reached 2 billion streams on Spotify. The song peaked at #17 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #7 in the U.K. It became her longest-charting Hot 100 hit with a 72-week run. https://t.co/AvpB6Cz39o
Spotify Launches Three New Features to Deepen Listener Engagement
Spotify rolled out three beta features—About the Song, an upgraded Ask DJ, and SongDNA—to Premium listeners in ten countries. The tools deliver story cards, conversational context, and interactive sample maps, aiming to turn passive listening into a deeper, more informed...
The Charlatans Return with “We Are Love” Tour
The Charlatans UK are back in North America this September with 'We Are Love,' their finest album in years. The Dandy Warhols open the West Coast shows. Presale Wednesday. General on-sale Friday. https://t.co/2TEenqmia2
Chayanne Announces 22‑Date US Arena Tour
Chayanne's "Bailemos Otra Vez" tour is back in the US for 22 arena dates, August 28 through October 31. Presale opens April 23. General on-sale April 24 here: https://t.co/NIb3TlL4g6
Baby, This Changes Us
Frog’s new track “Je Ne Sais Pas” showcases polished 80s‑style songwriting wrapped in a lo‑fi, deliberately unfinished production. The song opens with a shocking line—“I want to fuck / I want to sick your duck”—before shifting to a witty, self‑deprecating...
How a Drunken Car Ride Turned Into One of Hank Williams’ Most Popular Religious Songs
In January 1947, a drunken car ride inspired Hank Williams to write the gospel song “I Saw The Light,” as recounted by promoter Leaborne Eads and biographer Colin Escott. Williams’ mother nudged him awake with the line “I just saw...
Charbel Haber ~ May a Soft Sun Bless Your Sky While You Wait for the Inevitable
Charbel Haber’s new ambient album *May a soft sun bless your sky while you wait for the inevitable* was recorded in Paris, mixed in Beirut with Fadi Tabbal, and mastered in Montreal by Harris Newman. The record unfolds as a...
BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, ZAKK SABBATH & DARK CHAPEL Announce American Crusade 2026 Tour
Black Label Society announced the American Crusade 2026 tour, joined by Zakk Sabbath and Dark Chapel—both projects that include members of the flagship band. The 20‑date trek kicks off on August 25 at Albany’s Palace Theatre and concludes on October 2 in Bend,...
An Interstellar Chain Reaction
Ruth Garbus debuted her new single "I Think I’m Ready Now" opening for Fievel Is Glauque at the Music Hall of Williamsburg. The track opens with a provocative line that immediately grabs attention, then shifts into a vivid blend of...
On The Up: Napier’s Paisley Stage to Host New Monthly Hawke’s Bay Blues Nights
The Hawke’s Bay Blues Club will host a curated blues night each month at Napier’s Paisley Stage, beginning May 6. Each event gives local musicians a 20‑minute slot to showcase a range of blues styles, from Chicago to a‑cappella. Founder David McCall,...
Tour News: Sparta, Violent Femmes, Mac DeMarco, Wednesday, Book of Love, Balmora, More
BrooklynVegan’s latest tour roundup shows a surge of live‑music announcements across rock, indie, metal and pop. Sparta added September dates with Jimmy Eat World, while Slayer will headline US shows performing Reign in Blood in full. Major festivals such as...
FIELDY Reveals Why He Stepped Down From KORN, Might Return Someday
Korn bassist Reginald “Fieldy” Arvizu, who left the band in 2021, confirmed his departure stemmed from COVID‑related concerns and a personal decision not to tour. He still contributed bass to Korn’s 2022 album Requiem and recently hinted he might return,...
17 New Songs Out Today
BrooklynVegan’s daily roundup spotlights 17 freshly released songs spanning indie rock, metal, and experimental pop. Highlights include Pulp’s long‑awaited instrumental “Open Strings,” Show Me The Body’s socially‑charged single “Dance in the USA,” and Modest Mouse’s first new album track since...
The Weeknd Fuels New Music Rumors Amid Drake’s “ICEMAN” Rollout
Drake’s ninth studio album ICEMAN is slated for a May 15 release after a blue bag was discovered inside an ice sculpture in Toronto. On the same day, The Weeknd posted cryptic Instagram photos that have fans speculating he may...
The Story So Far Announce Fall Tour with The Starting Line & Ultra Q
The Story So Far announced a U.S. fall tour supporting their first album in six years, 2024’s “I Want to Disappear.” The pop‑punk outfit will be joined by The Starting Line and Ultra Q for a 18‑date run that kicks off...
Shakey Graves Adds Summer 2026 Tour Dates With Dope Lemon
Shakey Graves has expanded his 2026 summer tour, adding a series of July dates that feature Australian act Dope Lemon and Nashville duo Texino. The new leg kicks off on July 20 in Des Moines and runs through July 26, ending...
“There Is No Tribute to Women in Country That Could Ever Top This” Carrie Underwood Medley at the Grand Ole...
Carrie Underwood headlined the 2020 ACM tribute to the Grand Ole Opry, delivering a medley that honored six legendary female country artists—Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Martina McBride, Barbara Mandrell, and Loretta Lynn. She seamlessly transitioned between classics like...
Not All the Jacksons Wanted to Be in Michael
The upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, titled *Michael*, will omit several key family members who have declined participation, most notably Janet Jackson. Randy and Rebbie Jackson also chose not to be involved, while Michael’s daughter Paris publicly criticized the film’s emphasis...
CANDLEBOX's KEVIN MARTIN On Why He Reversed His Decision To Retire: 'I Still Have Things That I Wanna Talk About...
Kevin Martin, frontman of Candlebox, reversed his retirement plans after rejoining original guitarist Pete Klett and touring with the 2024 BUSH lineup. The reunion sparked fresh creative energy, leading the band to release a deluxe edition of *The Long Goodbye*...
Spafford Expands Summer Tour 2026
Spafford announced an expansion of its 2026 Summer Tour, adding seven new shows across the Northeast and Mid‑Atlantic. The added dates include five consecutive July concerts in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont, New York, and New Jersey, followed by two August...
Just Turned 27!
Kalpit Veerwal celebrated his 27th birthday by releasing a new single, “Only With You,” on Spotify. The track, a reflective ode to savoring moments with a loved one, coincides with his personal milestone to boost listener engagement. Veerwal also promotes...
Grimes’ Album Announcement Reveals Contradicting Feelings Toward AI: ‘People Have Really Misunderstood Me’
Canadian artist Grimes has revealed her first full‑length album since 2020, *Psy Opera*, slated for release later this year. In a recent Interview magazine feature, she disclosed she had considered quitting music and even becoming a stay‑at‑home mom before returning...
Baauer’s Announces First Album in Six Years, Shares New Single
Baauer announced his first full‑length album in six years, titled “U,” set for release on June 10 via LuckyMe. The 16‑track record features collaborators Aluna, Kučka, Brazy, Betsy and pianist Eli Teplin, and is anchored by the Eurodisco‑infused single “Better.” Inspired by...
More Bob Dylan 2026 Tour Dates Just Dropped: Here’s Everything You Need To Know
Legendary singer‑songwriter Bob Dylan announced additional 2026 tour dates, expanding his summer U.S. leg. The new schedule kicks off with a July 8 performance in Chicago and runs through an August 1 show in Nashville. Several concerts will feature guest appearances by...
11 New Songs Out Today to Listen To: Modest Mouse, Friko, and More
Our Culture’s April 21 roundup spotlights eleven fresh tracks, ranging from veteran indie icons to emerging acts. Modest Mouse announced their first album in five years, “An Eraser and a Maze,” debuting the single “Picking Dragons’ Pockets.” Beck returns with “Ride...