Jehnny Beth Shares ‘Look At Me’ Featuring Faith No More’s Mike Patton
French artist Jehnny Beth has released the single “Look At Me” with Faith No More frontman Mike Patton, a track that critiques the online self‑help industry by framing personal opinions as objective truths. The song, described as a two‑part narrative, is accompanied by a Taxi Driver‑inspired video where Beth plays a lonely outcast and Patton appears as a preacher. Patton’s involvement also signals the musical direction of Beth’s upcoming 2025 album “You Heartbreaker, You.” Beth will promote the release on a European tour and as a supporting act for Deftones in Mexico City.
My Top 30 Songs for March 8-14, 2026
The March 8‑14, 2026 top‑30 chart places Australian duo Royel Otis at number one with the pop hit “who’s your boyfriend,” while Mumford & Sons climb after a high‑profile SNL performance. English folk rock band Mumford & Sons featuring Hozier moves up to...
The Cords @ Esquires, Bedford, UK, March 6, 2026
The indie‑pop duo The Cords headlined a sold‑out show at Bedford Esquires, delivering an 18‑song set that blended debut‑album hits with five new tracks. Their self‑titled 2025 album earned widespread critical praise and secured signings with Skep Wax (UK/EU) and...
‘Thank God I'm A Country Boy’
John Denver’s “Thank God I’m a Country Boy,” recorded 52 years ago, celebrated its anniversary this week. Written by band member John Martin Sommers in December 1973, the upbeat Texas two‑step topped both the country chart and the Hot 100. The...
Favorite New R&B and Country-Tinged Rock, and some Vibe-Coding for People Scared by Claude Code
Rosecrans Baldwin’s Sunday supplement spotlights a selection of 2026 R&B singles and revisits the LA‑based band The Berries, whose latest self‑titled album blends country influences with rock energy. The post highlights tracks like “Lowest Form of Life” and “Fruit,” and...
The Choir – “Cool Black Water”
The Choir, an alt‑rock indie act originally from Los Angeles now based in Nashville, released “Cool Black Water,” a standout track from their ambient instrumental album *Translucent*. The song weaves a dark, sensual atmosphere that evolves into a funky 90s‑style...
The Wild Irises – “Missy”
New York indie rock trio The Wild Irises has dropped “Missy,” the third single off their forthcoming album. The track draws lyrical inspiration from bassist Nate Goldsmith’s cat, Missy, and showcases a shimmering blend of shoegaze and 90s lo‑fi indie...
POOLHEAD – “Shake ‘N’ Spill”
German surf trio POOLHEAD released their 2023 single “Shake ‘n’ Spill,” blending 60s surf, garage, and psych rock. The track features retro surf twang, slick guitar, and a Tarantino‑esque vibe that feels both vintage and early‑2010s. A music video accompanies...
Queen Anne – “Watch Me Win It”
Los Angeles‑based indie‑pop duo Queen Anne has dropped their latest single, “Watch Me Win It.” The track fuses alt‑rock grit with pop sheen and leans heavily on early‑2000s throwback aesthetics. Lead singer Katie Silverman says the song’s narrative sprang from...
Mansfield – “Too Much to Handle”
Danish indie outfit Mansfield has dropped its latest single, “Too Much to Handle,” as the next chapter after the 2024 album *For All the Right Reasons*. The track pairs a shimmering, echo‑laden production with hypnotic vocals, channeling early‑2000s NME‑style swagger...
Pearly Drops – “Heaven”
Finnish duo Pearly Drops, comprised of Sandra Tervonen and Juuso Mali, have dropped their latest single “Heaven,” extending the sonic palette introduced on their 2025 album *The Voices Are Coming Back*. The track blends neon‑lit synths with electronic pop, delivering...
Red Largo ~ Hotel Neuf
Berlin‑based Red Largo debuted the winter‑themed single Snow in December, using it as a bridge to their upcoming spring album Hotel Neuf. The release pairs Snow with a radio edit of The Diplomat, showcasing unconventional instruments such as lap steel,...
Purple Stone – I’m The One
Swedish duo Purple Stone released the psychedelic rock single “I’m The One” from their 2026 album Spacetime. The track blends retro‑futuristic tones with modern production, delivering an escapist listening experience. Distributed via Bandcamp, the song targets both niche playlists and...
Good Time Mystery Vision – Ferris Wheel
Good Time Mystery Vision released the new single "Ferris Wheel" as part of their 2026 "Flux Magnetic Sessions" collection. The track merges classic folk sensibilities with contemporary production, creating a soothing, almost medicinal listening experience. It is distributed via Bandcamp...
Sleep While Walking – Only Dreaming
Sleeps While Walking’s new track “Only Dreaming” delivers a moody, dual‑tempo experience that merges ambient textures with a post‑sludge edge. The song oscillates between a slow, charging aura and a faster, levitation‑like surge, showcasing the band’s versatility. Released in 2026...
Stephen Godsall - Tingling Skin, Buzzing Wires (Jazz`halo, 2026)
Stephen Godsall’s album *Tingling Skin, Buzzing Wires* repositions the banjo as a lead voice in modern jazz, pairing it with flugelhorn, sax, Wurlitzer piano and synths. The record showcases inventive rhythms, electronic echo effects, and genre‑blending compositions that push the...
16 Best Songs of the Week: Black Country, New Road; Anna Calvi; Bat For Lashes; Metric; and More
Under the Radar’s ninth Songs of the Week highlights the launch of *HELP(2)*, a charity album released today to benefit War Child UK. The record, produced by James Ford at Abbey Road, features original tracks from 16 artists including Black Country, New Road, Anna Calvi,...
Lana Del Rey – White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter
Lana Del Rey’s latest single, “White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter,” drops a collage of Americana‑flavored orchestration, sparse acoustic plucking, and a deliberately lo‑fi hip‑hop edge. The track’s lyrical narrative glorifies rugged, back‑to‑the‑land masculinity while the vocal delivery oscillates between...
New Single Release – Haiku Logic
Bob Smith, performing as The Static Dive, has released "Haiku Logic," the second single from his forthcoming album Samsara Blues, slated for a summer launch. The track fuses a funky trip‑hop groove with live jazz percussion, blues guitar, and spoken...
Elliot Confronts Self-Sabotage on “Hot but Depressive”
Copenhagen‑based singer‑songwriter Elliot has dropped the single “hot but depressive,” a track that delves into the habit of self‑sabotaging love before intimacy deepens. The song pairs a soft, western‑inflected guitar line with polished indie‑pop production, highlighting Elliot’s raw yet controlled...
Readers’ Pick: Rose’s Pawn Shop – American Seams
Rose’s Pawn Shop’s new album “American Seams” topped Twangville’s Readers’ Pick poll for the week of February 27, 2026, capturing 22 % of the 36 votes cast. The record also placed tenth in the broader Readers’ Tops Winter 2026 ranking. Although the sample size...
Real Life Rock Top 10: March 6, 2026
Greil Marcus released his weekly "Real Life Rock Top 10" for March 6, 2026, noting that "Walk Away Renee" and "Mole in the Ground" reclaimed the top spots. The edition also featured a tongue‑in‑cheek battle of the bands between the Backstreet Boys...
I Love This Record - "Jopango" By Rapasa Nyatrapasa Otieno
Bandcamp Notes’ “I Love This Record” column spotlights Rapasa Nyatrapasa Otieno’s 2023 album Jopango, his third release. Otieno, a Kenyan nyatiti virtuoso now based in England, blends the eight‑string, two‑necked nyatiti with contemporary production, echoing the work of Geoffrey Oryema...
Corima Brings Doom to Zeuhl on “Hunab Ku” (Album Review)
Californian progressive rock group Corima releases “Hunab Ku,” a zeuhl album steeped in Mesoamerican doom philosophy. The record fuses jazz, metal, and symphonic elements, featuring cyclical structures, chaotic breakdowns, and non‑lexical vocal chants. While the lineup has remained stable for...
George Collins Bottles the Spirit of Paradise on New Release “My Island Life”
George Collins has dropped his latest single “My Island Life,” a breezy, reggae‑inflected track that paints vivid tropical scenes. The song opens with a mango‑tree lyric and blends light percussion, easy‑going guitar, and a catchy chorus that feels like a...
The Itch Share New Single ‘Drugdealer’ From Upcoming Debut Album
British duo The Itch have unveiled their new single “Drugdealer,” a slower, synth‑driven track that diverges from their usual dance‑punk energy. The song’s lyrical hook, “if you want me, I could be your drugdealer,” frames a love‑song metaphor inspired by...
The Reds, Pinks and Purples – “Worthy Of Love”
The Reds, Pinks and Purples are set to release their new album Acknowledge Kindness on April 24, 2026 through Fire Records. The record expands the band’s rain‑streaked jangle into a pop‑grandiose sound reminiscent of the Go‑Betweens and early‑90s The Chills....
Harlan Silverman
Harlan Silverman’s new album *Music For Stillness* follows his work with the Cosmic Tones Research Trio, offering a concise 27‑minute collection of flute, cello, and viola‑driven ambient pieces. The record leans toward Japanese folk‑inspired pastoral tones while retaining the band’s...
Eric Silverman – “Living The Dream”
Eric Silverman, a leading figure in California’s Cosmic Americana scene, is set to release his new album Bitter Honey on May 29 via Royal Oakie Records. The record continues his signature blend of psychedelic rock, AOR, and 1970s‑era cowboy aesthetics, anchored by the...
HELP(2)
HELP(2), the sequel to the 1995 War Child compilation, drops a 23‑track, charity‑driven album recorded in a single week at Abbey Road Studios in November 2025. The record features fresh contributions from Arctic Monkeys, Pulp, Depeche Mode and a host of...
Ayra Starr Wants Women To Own Their Power
Nigerian pop star Ayra Starr has dropped her latest single “Where Do We Go,” a track she describes as a personal anthem for getting ready and stepping out with confidence. The song continues her pattern of crafting music that speaks...
The New Cue #574 March 6: Aldous Harding, Shabaka, Bonnie Prince Billy, Little Barrie, Joshua Idehen, Chris Cohen & Cass...
The New Cue #574 delivers a curated music briefing, spotlighting Aldous Harding’s forthcoming fifth album, Train On The Island, slated for a May release, and Shabaka Hutchings’ new record Of The Earth. Both artists are highlighted with detailed commentary despite...
STL
The blog post spotlights STL, the electronic music project of German producer Stephan Laubner, tracing his roots from video‑game‑inspired early listening to Frankfurt’s techno scene. It highlights two key releases: the 2014 album At Disconnected Moments, noted for its sanded‑smooth dub techno percussion,...
The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis - Deface the Currency (Impulse!, 2026)
The Messthetics teamed up with tenor saxophonist James Brandon Lewis to release their second album, *Deface the Currency*, recorded in just two days after a transatlantic tour. The seven‑track record expands the quartet’s blend of alternative rock, jazz‑rock, and free...
Catherine Lamb X Ghost Ensemble ~ Interius/Exterius
Catherine Lamb and Ghost Ensemble have released *interius/exterius* on Greyfade, a 33‑minute recording that distills a previously hour‑long work. The piece is built on a radical just‑intonation system derived from an inaudible 10 Hz fundamental, creating a relational harmonic field. Ghost...
Peso Pluma & Tito Double P – Dopamina
Peso Pluma teams up with emerging rapper Tito Double P for the March 2026 single “Dopamina,” a cross‑genre blend of regional Mexican vocals and urban trap production. The track showcases stark vocal contrast—Pluma’s nasal rasp against Double P’s deep snarl—over...
Ateez – Adrenaline
Ateez’s latest single “Adrenaline” attempts to fuse EDM hype with nu‑metal aggression, but critics argue the track falls short of delivering a compelling drop. Reviewers praise the energetic verses yet criticize the chorus for sounding like a dated club remix....
CP Radio 018
The author reflects on a harsh winter in New York and how the environment influences mind, body, and spirit, highlighting music’s ability to shift mood. A new episode of The (Almost) Reckless Podcast with Jeffrey Saad explores controlling thoughts to...
Pearla – Imagine Your Face
Pearla, the moniker of Nicole Rodriguez, is set to release her sophomore album *Song Room* on April 24, 2026, following the debut *Oh Glistening Onion, The Nighttime Is Coming*. The lead single “Imagine Your Face” delves into the interior landscape of a...
“My Mother Turned Down A Record Deal With Ice Cube in 1992”: An Interview With Seth Neblett, Author of ‘Mothership...
Seth Neblett’s new oral‑history book *Mothership Connected* lifts the veil on the women who helped shape Parliament‑Funkadelic’s iconic sound, profiling five vocalists and their behind‑the‑scenes roles. The narrative draws on interviews with George Clinton, Bootsy Collins, Sly Stone and other...
Review: Baby Keem – ‘Ca$ino’
Baby Keem’s sophomore album Ca$ino has arrived to critical acclaim, with reviewers highlighting its eclectic production, autobiographical lyricism, and high‑profile collaborations with Kendrick Lamar. The record channels early‑era Kanye influences while incorporating trap beats and spoken‑word interludes, creating a fresh...
Lauren Presley Examines Hope and Reality on “Potential”
Lauren Presley’s new single “Potential” drops a darker alt‑rock edge, pairing distorted guitars with steady tension. The track’s controlled vocal delivery lets lyrics about hoping for who someone could be, rather than who they are, take center stage. By framing...
Tomo Katsurada & Misha Panfilov – “Mostra”
Former Kikagaku Moyo guitarist Tomo Katsurada has partnered with Estonian composer Misha Panfilov to release a new collaborative record titled Eternal Almost. The duo debuted the project with the psych‑funk single “Mostra,” which blends 70s‑era groove with dreamy, free‑flowing textures....
From Busker to Believer: The Hard-Earned Songs of Slaid Cleaves
Slaid Cleaves, a Texas‑based Americana singer‑songwriter, recounts his rise from $600‑a‑month busking gigs to a sustainable independent music career. After quitting his minimum‑wage job, he spent years honing his craft on the streets of Cork and in Austin’s open‑mic scene,...
Matt Valentine :: The Aquarium Drunkard Interview
Matt Valentine’s Wet Tuna project releases its fourth full‑length album, Vast, on Captured Tracks. The record blends psychedelic, funk, and experimental pop elements, delivering richly textured yet spacious soundscapes. Coming a decade after the debut, Vast underscores Valentine’s evolving solo...
Nothing Breaks Our Little Hearts In Two
The reviews spotlight Gena’s “Circlez,” praised for its meticulously calibrated mix that blends warm organ tones, precise percussion, and immersive spatial effects. Bebe Rexha’s “Çike Çike” draws heavily on early‑90s house and Madonna‑era pop while feeling contemporary, reflecting a streaming‑driven “flat‑time”...
Book of Churches’ Self Titled: A 48-Hour Blueprint of the Soul
Felix Mackenzie-Barrow’s debut solo album Book of Churches was recorded in a frantic 48‑hour session using only a couple of microphones and a cell phone. The resulting collection feels like a raw demo, emphasizing first‑thought urgency and stripped‑back arrangements. Critics...
Snake Eyes’ Cash Rich: Unleashing Calculated Chaos
Snake Eyes have finally released their long‑awaited album Cash Rich on Alcopop! Records after five years of careful curation. The 12‑track record showcases a lo‑fi fuzz‑driven sound mixed with heavy distortion and occasional acoustic moments, reflecting the band’s gear‑obsessed production...
Maya Hawke Announces Fourth Album ‘Maitreya Corso’ and Releases Lead Single
Maya Hawke, known for her roles in "Stranger Things" and "The Hunger Games," announced her fourth studio album, Maitreya Corso, slated for release on May 1. The lead single, "Devil You Know," showcases stripped‑back folk influences and reflects her desire...
Tokyo’s Bed Share New Single ‘風 | KAZE’ via 40Miles
Japanese post‑punk outfit bed has dropped their latest single “風 | KAZE” on the 40Miles imprint, following an aggressive UK tour that saw them play multiple venues in a single week. The 105‑second track fuses industrial rock, noisy distortion and...