Daft Punk's Thomas Bangalter Announces New Album 'Mirage - Ballet for 16 Dancers'
Thomas Bangalter, co‑founder of Daft Punk, announced his first solo album in almost two decades, "Mirage - Ballet for 16 Dancers," slated for June 5 on Alberts & Gothmaan/Erato. The eight‑part work serves as the score for a new ballet by Damien Jalet and artist Kōhei Nawa, blending ambient, industrial, IDM and trance elements. A ten‑minute single, "Mirage: Part II," has already been released, and Bangalter will debut the music live at Art Basel’s "Warehouse Artefacts" event on June 20. The project marks a rare return to the decks for the French producer, who last performed publicly in a B2B set with Fred again… in 2023.
From Michael to Back to Black, Authorised Music Biopics Are Becoming Bland, Blatant Propaganda. Audiences Deserve Better | Simran Hans
The article argues that authorized music biopics, exemplified by the upcoming Michael Jackson film, have become formulaic vehicles for estate‑driven profit rather than honest portraits. It notes that "Michael" sidesteps the singer’s long‑standing abuse allegations, focusing instead on a glossy...
Behemoth’s ‘The Godless IV’ Tour Held a Dark Ceremony at Portland’s Roseland Theater and Basically Opened a Portal to Hell
Polish black‑metal titans Behemoth headlined their ‘The Godless IV’ tour at Portland’s Roseland Theater on April 18, 2026, delivering a sold‑out, ritual‑like performance. The night featured death‑metal stalwarts Immolation, Greek outfit Rotting Christ, and iconic Deicide as opening acts. Behemoth’s set mixed classic anthems...
When Did Northern Soul Get so Southern?
Northern soul, the 1970s dance movement rooted in industrial northern England, is experiencing a resurgence driven by Gen‑Z. Youth‑led clubs in London, Bristol, and other southern cities now dominate the scene, posting viral dance videos and all‑night events. Meanwhile, the...
Billie Eilish Releases ‘INTRO (HIT ME HARD AND SOFT TOUR)’ Ahead Of Early Global Fan Screening Events
Billie Eilish has released an intro track for her upcoming 3‑D concert film, "INTRO (HIT ME HARD AND SOFT TOUR)." Early global screenings begin on April 29, offering Dolby 3D and RealD 3D experiences ahead of the May 8 worldwide release. The...
Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)
BrooklynVegan launched its latest weekly playlist, aggregating more than 30 newly released tracks from a mix of indie, rock, and pop artists. The collection spans emerging acts like Mary in the Junkyard and Sundayclub, as well as veteran names such...