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 the BBC Essential Mixes and early‑2000s UK dance styles, Baauer describes the project as “super happy music.” The album follows his 2020 effort “Planet’s Mad” and marks a return to a cohesive body of work.
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...
Country Stars Who Could Sing the National Anthem at Nashville’s 2030 Super Bowl
A rumor sparked by sportscaster Dan Patrick suggests the NFL could award the 2030 Super Bowl to Nashville, leveraging the Titans’ new $2.1 billion, 60,000‑seat stadium slated for February 2027. The prospect has ignited speculation about a country‑music‑centric halftime, with several top...
Corey Feldman Performs “Smooth Criminal” With Alien Ant Farm, Shows Off His Michael Jackson Moves: Watch
Corey Feldman joined rock band Alien Ant Farm onstage for their signature cover of Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal” at the Rainbow Bar & Grill in West Hollywood. Dressed in the iconic white suit, hat and blue shirt from the 1988 video,...
Obituary: Conductor Víctor Eloy López Cerezo Dies 43
Spanish conductor Víctor Eloy López Cerezo died at 43 from cancer after a year‑long battle. He served as principal conductor of the Spanish Philharmonic and the Andalusian Symphony, and guest‑conducted leading European ensembles such as the Vienna Chamber Orchestra. López...
Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra to Honor Denyce Graves at the Spring Legacy Awards
The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra will present mezzo‑soprano Denyce Graves with its National Legacy Award at the Spring Legacy Awards dinner on June 4 in Easton, Maryland. Graves, who retired from the Metropolitan Opera on Jan. 24, 2026, is celebrated for iconic roles like...
Anna Netrebko, Sondra Radvanovsky, Saioa Hernández, Brian Jagde, Ludovic Tézier, Lisette Oropesa, Jakub Józef Orliński, Sonya Yoncheva, Marina Rebeka, Xabier...
Teatro Real de Madrid unveiled its 2026‑27 season, featuring a star‑studded roster that includes Anna Netrebko, Sondra Radvanovsky, Lisette Oropesa and Benjamin Bernheim. The program mixes heavyweight staples such as Puccini’s Manon Lescaut, Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra and Wagner’s Tannhäuser with rarer works like Stradella’s San Giovanni Battista and Busto’s Bodas de Sangre. Performances run...
The Story Behind the Only Song Toby Keith Co-Wrote With His “Idol” Merle Haggard
In February 2016, Toby Keith stepped onto stage to help a ailing Merle Haggard finish a Las Vegas concert, just two months before Haggard’s death. The two had previously co‑written the bittersweet ballad “Some of Us Fly,” the only song they...
Trampled by Turtles Schedule Fall 2026 Tour Dates With Last Revel & Futurebirds
Bluegrass‑folk band Trampled by Turtles announced an eight‑date fall 2026 tour covering the Mid‑Atlantic and Southeast. The run begins Oct 8 at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater in Wilmington, NC, and wraps Oct 18 at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary, NC. Supporting act The...
Drake Confirms Iceman Release Date
Toronto rapper Drake has officially set the release date for his ninth studio album, Iceman, for May 15, 2026. The date was revealed after a giant ice sculpture he installed melted, with Twitch streamer Kishka uncovering the hidden note. Iceman follows 2023’s...
100 Demons Announce First LP in over 20 Yeras, Share “Meat for the Beast”
Connecticut metalcore veterans 100 Demons are releasing their first full-length album in more than two decades. The LP, Embrace the Black Light, arrives on June 5 through independent label Closed Casket Activities and features the new single “Meat for the...
Thundercat Goes ‘Walking On The Moon’ For ‘Fallon’
Thundercat appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to perform his new single “Walking On The Moon.” The song is the ninth track on Distracted, his first full‑length album in six years, released April 3 on Brainfeeder. Distracted showcases a...
‘If Oasis Can Get Back Together, Then Anybody Can Do It’
The 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction class features the storied Joy Division/New Order lineup, reigniting hopes for a historic reunion onstage. Co‑founder Peter Hook, still embroiled in trademark disputes with former bandmates, confirmed he will attend the November ceremony...
DAVE GROHL Praises New FOO FIGHTERS Drummer ILAN RUBIN: 'His Capabilities Are Off The F***ing Charts'
Foo Fighters announced Ilan Rubin as their new drummer in July 2025, replacing Josh Freese. Rubin, a veteran of Nine Inch Nails and a 2020 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, made his live debut on September 14, 2025 at the Fremont Theater in...
Item Removed From Iceblock Reveals Drake’s ‘Iceman’ Is Set for May 15
Drake’s upcoming album *ICEMAN* will drop on May 15 after a viral stunt in downtown Toronto. Streamer Kishka climbed a massive ice block, retrieved a blue case labeled “Freeze the World,” and delivered it to Drake’s home, where the release date...
If You Love the Outlaw Country Sound of Waylon Jennings, These 3 Songs Still Carry It
Outlaw country remains vibrant, with modern artists echoing Waylon Jennings' gritty style. Cody Jinks' "Loud And Heavy" blends rock edge with rebellious lyricism, while Charley Crockett's "Welcome To Hard Times" channels a 1970s traditional sound. Colter Wall's "The Devil Wears...
Chayanne Extends ‘Bailemos Otra Vez,’ Adds US Arena Shows
Latin pop icon Chayanne is extending his “Bailemos Otra Vez” U.S. arena tour with 22 additional dates from August 28 to October 31, 2026. The run, promoted by Cárdenas Marketing Network, will hit major venues in the Midwest, East Coast,...
7 Hip-Hop Songs From the 2010s That Should’ve Been Bigger Hits
Vice’s Noisey highlights seven 2010s hip‑hop tracks that never broke out despite strong line‑ups and production. The list includes Playboi Carti’s “Mileage” with Chief Keef, Goldlink’s “Got Friends” featuring Miguel, Trouble’s “Bring It Back” with Drake, Lido & THEY.’s “Not Enough,” Ty Dolla $ign’s...
Deezer Says It’s Getting Spammed with AI Songs
Deezer reports that AI‑generated tracks now account for 44% of its daily uploads, even though they represent only 1‑3% of listener consumption. Roughly 75,000 AI songs are added each day, amounting to about two million per month, creating sizable moderation...
Full EP Stream: Mortuary – “Great Black Earth”
Mexican death‑thrash pioneers Mortuary have released Great Black Earth, their first EP since 2012 and the first full‑time output after reuniting in 2008. The four‑track record resurrects the raw, primitive sound of late‑90s extreme metal, drawing on early Slayer, Sepultura...
FAILURE Shares 'The Rising Skyline' Single Featuring HAYLEY WILLIAMS, Announces Fall 2026 Tour
Los Angeles trio FAILURE has released a new single, “The Rising Skyline” featuring Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams, as the lead track from their upcoming seventh studio album, Location Lost, slated for April 24. The acoustic‑leaning duet marks one of the band’s rare collaborations...
When Will Drake’s “ICEMAN” Sculpture Finally Melt?
Canadian rapper Drake has erected a massive ice sculpture, dubbed “ICEMAN,” in Toronto as a teaser for his upcoming solo album. University of Toronto theoretical physicist Valentin Crépel estimates the structure contains 200‑350 tons of ice and will require roughly...
7 New Songs You Should Hear Now
Nine Inch Noize, a new collaborative project between Nine Inch Nails and German producer Boys Noize, released a debut album featuring club‑ready remixes of classic Nine Inch Nails tracks, many of which debuted live at Coachella and a Brooklyn arena show....
Squid Pisser Announce ‘Internal Violence’ Tour
Squid Pisser, the avant‑garde grindcore outfit, unveiled its ‘Internal Violence Tour 2026,’ a 15‑day, 13‑city trek across the western United States. The run kicks off on June 18 at Las Vegas’s Dive Bar and wraps on July 2 in San...
A Legendary Punk Singer Went Missing on This Day in 1982, Forcing His Band to Cancel Their Tour Before a...
In May 1982 The Clash released the blockbuster album Combat Rock, but weeks before its launch frontman Joe Strummer disappeared for three weeks, forcing the band to cancel a major tour. The disappearance was later revealed as a publicity stunt orchestrated...
The Ghost Of A Future Dead
Swedish death‑metal legend Tomas Lindberg’s death in September 2025 prompted a wave of tributes, and AT THE GATES responded with their final album, “The Ghost Of A Future Dead.” The record delivers 12 tracks over 42 minutes, merging the band’s classic...
3 One-Hit Wonders From the 1990s That Are So Catchy, I Couldn’t Forget Them if I Tried
The article highlights three 1990s one‑hit wonders—Sixpence None The Richer’s “Kiss Me,” Natalie Imbruglia’s “Torn,” and Haddaway’s “What Is Love.” Each track achieved high chart positions, with “Kiss Me” reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, “Torn” earning a Grammy nomination and strong sub‑chart performance,...
Julian Lage: Scene Study with John Medeski, Derek Trucks and Nels Cline
Jazz guitarist Julian Lage released his new quartet album *Scenes From Above* on Blue Note in January, featuring organist John Medeski, drummer Kenny Wollesen and bassist Jorge Roeder. The nine‑track, 42‑minute record blends lyrical jazz with a singer‑songwriter sensibility, reflecting Lage’s long‑standing ties...
DEVIN TOWNSEND Shares New Single 'Home At Night' From Upcoming Orchestral Metal Opus 'The Moth'
Canadian metal visionary Devin Townsend announced his 24‑track orchestral metal opus “The Moth,” slated for release on May 29 through InsideOut Music. The project, a decade‑long concept, features three distinct parts—the core album, a pure orchestral version titled “The Afterlife,” and...
Nate Smith Is Bringing a Big-Tent Approach to the Newport Jazz Festival
Grammy‑winning drummer Nate Smith has been named the third artistic director in the 72‑year history of the Newport Jazz Festival. Known for genre‑blurring collaborations and a strong social‑media presence, Smith plans to use a “big‑tent” approach that pairs jazz legends...
Billy Idol Saw It Coming
In 1993 Billy Idol printed his internet address on the sleeve of the cyber‑themed album *Cyberpunk*, foreshadowing the digital distribution era. Over three decades later he released *Dream into It* using the same modest home‑studio setup, echoing the DIY ethos...
David Bowie: You’re Not Alone Reviewed – a Dazzling Collage of Sound, Film and Images
The Lightroom in King’s Cross has opened “You’re Not Alone,” an immersive, hour‑long installation that chronicles David Bowie’s career through a kaleidoscopic mix of film, animation, and more than 40 songs. Visitors are surrounded by 360‑degree projections on walls, floor...
Gary Klebe Grows Up Without Growing Old
Veteran Shoes bassist Gary Klebe, now in his 60s, has issued his first solo record, *Out Loud*, handling vocals, most instrumentation, production, and mixing from his basement. The album preserves the bright hooks and soaring harmonies that define power pop...
Exclusive: Leila Abdul-Rauf Breaks Down ‘Andros Insidium’ Track By Track
California multi‑instrumentalist Leila Abdul‑Rauf released her sixth solo album, *Andros Insidium*, on independent label 20 Buck Spin. The record is described as her darkest, most confrontational work, weaving industrial, ambient and medieval textures. It retells the Sumerian Inanna myth across eight tracks,...
The Charlatans Announce Fall North American Tour, Share Mark Gardner (Ride) Remix of “We Are Love”
British indie‑rock veterans The Charlatans have unveiled a 14‑date North American fall tour slated for September 3‑26, 2026. The itinerary kicks off in Santa Ana, California and wraps at Brooklyn Steel in New York, with The Dandy Warhols joining them for the Santa Ana and...
Aespa Announces 2nd Album ‘Lemonade’ & Plots 2026 – 2027 World Tour
South Korean girl group aes a spa announced their second full‑length album, Lemonade, slated for release on May 29, 2026, via SE Entertainment. The 10‑track record follows 2024’s Armageddon and is supported by a 2026‑27 world tour titled SYNK: ____æ____ that will run from August...
BUTTHOLE SURFERS Release Music Video For 'Imbuya' From Upcoming Album 'After The Astronaut'
American alt‑rock veterans BUTTHOLE SURFERS have unveiled the official video for “Imbuya,” the second single from their long‑awaited album “After The Astronaut.” The album, slated for release on June 26 2026 via Sunset Blvd., finally presents the original 1998 recordings that were...
Ex-MUSHROOMHEAD Vocalist JEFFREY NOTHING Announces Full-On U.S. Tour
Jeffrey Nothing, co‑founder and former vocalist of industrial metal band Mushroomhead, announced his first solo tour in eight years, launching July 25 and running through August 26, 2026. The 30‑date U.S. trek will feature opening support from October Noir for the opening...
Jason Schwartzman Breaks Down How He Crafted the Theme Song to His New Show ‘Kevin’ | Video
Jason Schwartzman not only stars in the new Prime Video animated series "Kevin" but also wrote and performed its theme song. The brief, lyric‑driven opening tracks the titular cat’s emotional journey as he leaves his broken‑up owners and seeks a...
Prince’s Estate Releases Unheard Recording of “With This Tear”
Prince’s estate has issued “With This Tear,” an unheard piano ballad recorded in 1991 as a demo for Celine Dion. The track, newly mixed and mastered by Grammy‑nominated producer Chris James, was released through NPG Records and Legacy Recordings a...
At L.A. College Campuses, Punjabi Music Is Opening Doors to Heritage Long Kept Closed
Punjabi music is moving from private community gatherings to mainstream U.S. venues, with artists like Diljit Dosanjh performing at Coachella and appearing on national TV. Young South Asian Americans at colleges such as USC and UC Davis cite the genre’s blend of...
Newport Jazz Fest Has Angine De Poitrine, Herbie Hancock, Thundercat, Little Simz, Flea, Coltrane & Miles Tribute, Vulfpeck, More
The Newport Jazz Festival announced its 2026 lineup, running July 31‑August 2 at Fort Adams State Park. Headliners include legendary pianist Herbie Hancock, a John Coltrane and Miles Davis tribute featuring Kamasi Washington and Chief Adjuah, and funk‑pop outfit Vulfpeck. The roster spans...
MY HEART, AN INVERTED FLAME Streams Synth-Heavy Doom Track "Whispers In Dead Languages"
My Heart, An Inverted Flame released the synth‑heavy doom single “Whispers In Dead Languages,” previewing their upcoming sophomore album *My Death Is More Beautiful Than Your Life*. The track showcases the duo’s “tectonic synth‑doom” style, emphasizing massive percussion and layered...
SOFIA ISELLA Joins the Latest Episode of AltPress: In Session
Sofia Isella, the 21‑year‑old singer‑songwriter and producer, appeared on the latest AltPress: In Session episode after dropping her fourth EP, Something is a shell. The LA‑based artist has opened for Taylor Swift, Florence and the Machine and Melanie Martinez, carving a niche with confrontational,...
Mortiis Drop New Single “Violent Silence”
Norwegian darkwave pioneer Mortiis released "Violent Silence," the second single from his forthcoming album Ghosts of Europa. The track arrives with a Claudio Marino‑directed video and marks Mortiis' first release on Prophecy Productions, slated for June 26. Mortiis says the...
MACHINE GUN KELLY and FRED DURST Drop New Single and Video For 'Fix Ur Face'
Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) and Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst have released a new single, “Fix Ur Face,” accompanied by a black‑and‑white video that debuted on MTV Live, MTVU and Paramount’s Times Square billboards. The track fuses 1990s nu‑metal grit with MGK’s contemporary alternative sound, showcasing...
Raekwon Gets Real About Why Older Rappers Struggle to Keep Making Good Music: ‘Some People Just Stop’
In a 2015 interview, Wu‑Tang Clan’s Raekwon warned that many veteran rappers lose steam as they age, often trading creative drive for financial comfort. He credits his own continued output to genuine inspiration, a disciplined schedule, and a supportive team....
Musician Morgan Wade Joins Paramount+’s ‘Dutton Ranch’
Country singer Morgan Wade joins Paramount+’s Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch as Carol, a bartender in the Texas town of Rio Paloma. The nine‑part series, created by Chad Feehan and executive‑produced by Taylor Sheridan, premieres on May 15, 2026, following Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly)...
On This Day in 1990, Sinéad O’Connor Hit No. 1 With a Prince Cover 26 Years to the Day Before...
On April 21, 1990 Sinéad O’Connor’s rendition of Prince’s “Nothing Compares 2 U” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, cementing the track as a global hit. The original, recorded by Prince’s side project The Family in 1985, never charted as a single. O’Connor’s raw, single‑take...
JASON NEWSTED & THE CHOPHOUSE BAND Announce First-Ever Headlining North American Tour
Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted is launching The Chophouse Band’s first‑ever North American headlining tour, beginning July 1 at Iron Horse Music Hall in Northampton, MA. The itinerary features eight headline dates across the Northeast, Midwest and South, including stops in...