ZULI – The Screaming Abdabs
ZULI has dropped the EP *The Screaming Abdabs*, branding it the most aggressive work in his catalog. The record foregoes traditional mastering, instead layering saturation and clipping to make distortion the core architecture. Tracks blend club‑oriented rhythms with breakcore intensity, featuring vocal fragments from Elvin Brandhi and a raw, chaotic aesthetic. Critics note the EP pushes rhythmic limits while still hinting at dancefloor roots, positioning it as a bold statement in experimental electronic music.
Whisper Dish – Money Home
Whisper Dish’s new single “Money Home,” featured on the 2026 album “The Desert Wind,” channels a nostalgic 1990s groove while nodding to psychedelic acts like Jagwar Ma and Primal Scream. The track’s production blends retro rock textures with modern electronic...
Spotify CEO: The Answer to Too Much Music Is... More Music
Spotify disclosed its catalog has swelled to 250 million tracks, roughly 2.5 times earlier estimates, as AI‑generated songs flood the platform. The surge contributed to a weak revenue outlook that sent the stock down 13.4 % after the earnings call. Co‑CEO Gustav Söderström framed...
Black Swan Network Announce The Early Music Vol. 1
Will Cullen Hart, co‑founder of the Elephant 6 collective, left behind a trove of unfinished recordings that have been assembled into Black Swan Network’s *The Early Music Vol. 1*. The Elephant 6 community rallied to finish the tracks, blending material from the 2000...
DREAMSCAPES – ‘Tales of A Wanderer’
Dreamscapes, a Birmingham‑based jazz collective led by guitarist Julien Durand, has released its debut full‑length album, Tales of A Wanderer, on 17 April 2026. Produced by Snowpoet’s Chris Hyson and backed by Arts Council England, the record fuses contemporary jazz with electronic...
Gun Outfit Share Whiplash
Gun Outfit has unveiled a new single, “Process and Reality,” as a preview of an upcoming double album. The track was captured in a single take, allowing the band’s chemistry to unfold organically. Listeners experience a dynamic, ember‑like progression that...
The Reds, Pinks and Purples
Glenn Donaldson, the ever‑evolving force behind The Reds, Pinks & Purples, drops his first full‑length album, Acknowledge Kindness, on Fire Records in 2026. The record deepens his signature melancholy pop, drawing on 80s‑era 4AD and Rough Trade vibes while citing...
Sully – Model Collapse Remix / Proof
UK jungle veteran Sully released a new version of his track “Model Collapse” alongside an original cut titled “Proof.” The Basic Rhythm remix trims the original’s chaos, deepens the bass and heightens tension, while “Proof” blends skippy rhythms with aggressive...
Darren Hayman and Friends Cover Jonathan Richman
British indie songwriter Darren Hayman teamed with fellow UK pop musicians to release a bluegrass rendition of a Jonathan Richman song. The cover appears as a bonus track on the 2008 LP "Hayman, Watkins, Trout and Lee" issued by Fortuna...
Saint Clair Make Their Mark with Debut Single “Too Young To Notice”
London indie quartet Saint Clair launched their career with the debut single “Too Young To Notice,” released through Black Butter Records. The track showcases a minimalist approach that balances fragile vocals with bursts of distorted guitar, reflecting the band’s “songs over...
Wax – 11110
German producer René Pawlowitz, better known as Shed, has issued the latest Wax release titled 11110. The double‑track offering—11110A and 11110B—continues his long‑running shift from raw house toward a more melodic, dub‑inflected techno aesthetic. Critics highlight the tracks’ hazy, late‑night...
All One Song :: Micah Nelson on “Change Your Mind”
Micah Nelson appears on Aquarium Drunkard’s Neil Young podcast to discuss his new track “Change Your Mind.” The guitarist has been a close collaborator with Young since 2014, performing in the Promise of the Real, Crazy Horse and the Chrome Hearts, and...
Kotrell Wants To Document Love
Nigerian artist Kotrell, originally known for Afro‑fusion rap, has shifted to soulful R&B, drawing inspiration from Ed Sheeran. His 2024 debut album "And Everything In Between" expands on the love themes introduced in his 2023 and 2024 EPs, documenting romance,...
Newcastle Duo Lots of Hands Share New Single ‘Grapevine’
Newcastle‑based art‑pop duo lots of hands have dropped their new single “grapevine,” marking their first release since the 2023 debut LP “into a pretty room.” The track is described as a dreamy, melancholic soundscape with hushed guitars, reverberant drums and...
Your Favorite Toy
Foo Fighters have dropped their twelfth studio album, Your Favorite Toy, marking a gritty return after a turbulent four‑year period that included drummer Taylor Hawkins' death and frontman Dave Grohl’s public controversies. The record leans heavily on distorted guitars and...
Kneecap Share Moving Short Film for 'Irish Goodbye' Featuring Kae Tempest Ahead of FENIAN Album
Belfast hip‑hop trio Kneecap is set to release their new album *FENIAN* on May 1 through Heavenly Recordings, accompanied by a 12‑minute short film titled “Irish Goodbye.” The film, directed by Thomas James and starring Irish actors such as Liam Cunningham and Deirdre O’Kane,...
Disorienting Dread in the Works of Hannah Kendall
Hannah Kendall’s Composer Portrait opened Miller Theatre’s 2025/2026 season, performed by the International Contemporary Ensemble under Vimbayi Kaziboni. The program featured four recent works—*Tuxedo: Diving Bell 2*, *When flesh is pressed against the dark*, *Even sweetness can scratch the throat*, and...
Glasgow’s DOSS Share New Single ‘BIGFELLAFUNK’
Glasgow‑based duo DOSS has dropped their new single “BIGFELLAFUNK,” the lead track from an upcoming self‑titled EP. The song fuses DIY funk, saxophone riffs, and hardcore screamo with a horror‑movie aesthetic, delivering a scathing “eat the rich” narrative. Described as...
Famed String Quartet Bows Out After 44 Years
Mexico’s Cuarteto Latinoamericano, a 44‑year‑old string quartet, will close its storied run with a farewell concert on May 9 at Mexico City’s Palacio de Bellas Artes. Since its 1982 founding, the ensemble has championed Latin American composers such as Villa‑Lobos, Revueltas,...
Bayonne – Oxygen
Bayonne released the single "Oxygen" in 2026, delivering a breezy blend of tropical synths and indie‑electronic pop. Critics praised its vibrant production and sing‑along vocal hooks, noting a clear summer‑ready vibe. The track adds to Bayonne's growing catalog and positions...
Arvo Pärt Gets a Goethe
Estonian composer Arvo Pärt, now 90, has been awarded the 2026 Goethe Medal. The German cultural honor, traditionally given to literary and artistic figures, recognized Pärt’s decades‑long connection to Berlin after he sought refuge there in 1981. Award officials highlighted the...
Teens Are Skipping Release Week – Here’s Why the Music Industry Can’t Ignore It
MIDiA’s Q4 2025 survey shows only 24 % of teens listen to new music during its release week, while catalogue streaming continues to dominate consumption. Gen Z and Gen Alpha listeners prefer algorithm‑curated playlists and on‑demand discovery over traditional hype cycles. The trend signals...
Michael Harrison
American pianist and composer Michael Harrison, whose family lineage includes distinguished mathematicians, died at 67. His early exposure to mathematics led him to explore Indian raga and the pure tuning system of just intonation while studying at the University of...
CPH Artist Albert Hertz Turns Existential Doubt Into Something Comforting on “Actor”
Albert Hertz, a veteran of Copenhagen’s indie and art‑pop scene, releases his third solo single “Actor,” marking a strategic shift toward personal branding. The track blends warm indie melodies with existential lyrics that question the nature of self‑performance. Released on...
Worst Album of 2026 So Far
Azealia Banks, long absent from the mainstream, dropped an hour‑long ambient meditation album titled "Zenzealia." The record is built on repetitive synth drones, lengthy spoken‑word relaxation instructions, and recycled instrumental loops. Critics, including music commentator Anthony Fantano, argue the project...
Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy
Foo Fighters released their 12th studio album, *Your Favorite Toy*, marking the band’s shortest record at 36 minutes. The album introduces Ilan Rubin, formerly of Nine Inch Nails, as the new drummer, replacing Josh Freese after the death of longtime...
Bang Bang Jet Away Turn Literary Legend Into a Wall of Sound on “Mishima”
Bang Bang Jet Away released the shoegaze single “Mishima” in April 2026, a track that leans heavily on atmospheric depth rather than conventional hooks. Inspired by Japanese author Yukio Mishima, the song uses layered guitars and deliberate pacing to evoke the writer’s dramatic legacy....
University of Texas Symphony Orchestra – ‘The Sounds of Eternity’
The University of Texas Symphony Orchestra released the live album “The Sounds of Eternity,” a 25‑minute centerpiece that fuses Western symphonic form with Azerbaijani mugham and the kamancha. Conducted by Farkhad Khudyev, the record features world‑renowned mugham vocalist Alim Qasimov,...
Horse Lords – “First Galactic Utopia”
Horse Lords debuted the single “First Galactic Utopia,” a disjointed funk track that blends looping synths with lock‑n‑clock rhythms. The song is paired with a retro‑styled graffiix video directed by Alexander Stewart. The release serves as a preview for the...
Anjali Rose – Sovereignty
Brooklyn‑based multi‑instrumentalist Anjali Rose returns after a four‑year hiatus with the single “Sovereignty.” The track fuses stripped‑back folk structures with electric distortion, ambient textures and gun‑shot samples, mirroring a chaotic 2026 United States. Rose frames the song as a woman’s...
Daniel Recommends Concerts! May 6-12
Daniel Zinn’s Substack newsletter delivers a curated list of live‑music events for May 6‑12, highlighting a free Bach concert at Trinity Church in New York City. The post notes that free subscribers receive the list on April 28, while paid subscribers get...
MOXIE mOTIVE – ‘ANIMOXIE – Starstone Saga: The Eternal Lives of Keket’
Denver‑based mOXIE mOTIVE, the solo project of Matthew Nurse, has dropped the EP *ANIMOXIE – Starstone Saga: The Eternal Lives of Keket*. The six‑track record blends ambient‑infused electronics with violin, piano and ethereal vocals, creating a cinematic soundscape described as...
Kate Williams – New Album ‘On The Wing Of A Dragonfly’
London‑born pianist and composer Kate Williams releases her sixth album, “On The Wing Of A Dragonfly,” on 1 May 2026. The record returns to a stripped‑down trio with longtime collaborators bassist Oli Hayhurst and drummer David Ingamells, featuring all‑new material plus a deconstructed Fats Waller classic....
Kneecap Share Final Single From Their New Album
Belfast hip‑hop trio Kneecap released the final single from their upcoming sophomore album, "Irish Goodbye," featuring poet‑artist Kae Tempest. The track serves as a tribute to rapper Moglai Bap’s late mother and explores everyday moments missed after her death. Kneecap’s...
New Track From Greg Mendez
Greg Mendez has dropped a new single titled “Beauty Land,” released on May 29 through the indie label Dead Oceans. The track leans on minimalist instrumentation—light guitar strums, brushed snare, and later piano—to build a gentle, evolving soundscape. Mendez’s soft, emotive vocals guide...
Ariana Grande Announces New Album 'Petal,' Coming in July
Ariana Grande announced her eighth studio album, *petal*, slated for release on July 31, 2026 via Republic Records. She describes the record as “full of life and growing through the cracks of something cold and hard and challenging.” The project...
🎧 Approved: Alex Amor
Scottish‑raised singer‑songwriter Alex Amor has released the self‑produced single “Meet On The Moon,” a dreamy alt‑pop track built from shimmering guitars, soft synths, and layered vocals. The song serves as a tribute to a close friend who recently passed away,...
Tiffy – Scam Likely
Tiffy released the single “Scam Likely” in 2026, showcasing a bright blend of indie‑pop, country, and mainstream pop elements. The track’s upbeat harmonies and summer‑ready vibe have earned it a positive review that likens its feel‑good energy to classic indie...
Josephine Foster Announces 'Adormidera', A New LP of Songs by Longtime Collaborator Víctor Herrero
Josephine Foster announced the May 1 release of *Adormidera*, a seven‑track LP co‑released by Seattle’s Eiderdown Records and Irish experimental label Nyahh. All songs were written by Spanish composer Víctor Herrero, who also performs classical guitar on the record, drawing from...
The Mellons – “Things Gone By”
The Mellons, a Seattle‑based psych‑pop outfit, have announced their sophomore album In Color, arriving on June 19 via indie label Earth Libraries. The record’s lead single, Things Gone By, delves into nostalgia, lost friendships, and unspoken love, pairing melancholy lyrics...
Leeds Duo TURNSPIT Share New Single ‘DO I KNOW YOU?’
Leeds‑based electronic pop duo TURNSPIT dropped their second single, “DO I KNOW YOU?”, continuing a string of glossy, synth‑driven tracks that debuted last summer. The song is described as a floating, maze‑like backbeat wrapped in pristine melodies, reflecting the duo’s...
Nina Winder-Lind of The New Eves Shares New Solo Track "This Is Our Life"
Swedish multi‑instrumentalist Nina Winder‑Lind, known for her work with art‑rock group The New Eves, has issued a new solo single titled “This is Our Life.” The track, her first solo material since the 2023 EP “The Spirit is Carnal,” was...
For Vocana, the Best Proof of Being Human Is a Gig
Vocana, an indie‑only streaming service, is rolling out a "Verified Human Artist" badge that marks musicians who perform live shows. The badge will be granted to artists whose concerts are recorded in JamBase’s three‑decade‑old live‑show database. By tying verification to...
The Hanging Stars – “All Your Yesterdays”
The Hanging Stars released their sixth studio album, Just A Day, on June 19 through independent label Loose Music. The record’s lead single, “All Your Yesterdays,” mixes jangle‑pop riffs with Americana organ swells and introspective lyrics about the fleeting nature...
Trever M. Keith on Rehearsing in His Buddy’s Garage and Playing 1980’s Covers
Trever M. Keith, the founding frontman of So Cal punk outfit Face to Face, is debuting an Americana record titled We Drank From a Poisoned Well, slated for release on July 10. The album reflects his childhood love of classic country and serves...
New Music From Pretty Baby
North Carolina indie outfit Pretty Baby has released their new 11‑track LP, Layaway Plot. The record opens with a sprawling title track that mixes spoken‑word verses with ferocious, Cursive‑style screams. Critics note the song’s shifting mini‑movements, juxtaposing brash aggression with...
✘ Limitation, Lineage, and Building Worlds: Lyra Pramuk's Voice
Berlin vocalist and trans performance artist Lyra Pramuk received an Orchestral Tools microgrant for her pioneering work that constructs entire soundscapes from her own processed voice. Her debut album Fountain—and its follow‑up Hymnal—were built using granular synthesis, spectral morphing and...
Club 8 Drop New Single
Swedish indie‑pop duo Club 8 released a new single this week, continuing its 2024 strategy of dropping a fresh track each month. The song opens with a punchy drum snap that drives a thumping groove, while the vocalists trade silky harmonies...
Charles Mingus :: A Modern Jazz Symposium of Music and Poetry
Charles Mingus’s 1958 experimental project “A Modern Jazz Symposium of Music and Poetry” blends spoken‑word vignettes by actor Melvin Stewart, partially penned by Langston Hughes, with extended jazz suites. The centerpiece, “Scenes in the City,” narrates a Harlem storyteller’s relationship...
How to "Accidentally" Open for Olivia Rodrigo...
Olivia Rodrigo surprised fans on April 26 by stepping onto the stage at Pete’s Candy Store, a tiny Brooklyn open‑mic venue, to perform a stripped‑back version of her new single “Drop Dead.” The cameo coincides with the promotional push for her...