Guster’s Adam Gardner and Jon Fishman Join Pete Kilpatrick Band in Maine
Guster’s Adam Gardner and Phish drummer Jon Fishman joined the Pete Kilpatrick Band for a full set in Portland, Maine, during Bernie Sanders’ Fight the Oligarchy tour. The show featured Guster classics, a David Bowie cover and a mash‑up of Guster’s “Center of Attention” with Phish’s “Bouncing Around The Room.” The collaboration continues a pattern of Guster members sitting in with jam‑band acts, following past appearances by Page McConnell and Mike Gordon. Guster will launch its summer tour in Chicago on June 26.
Seminal Grime Crew Roll Deep Launch ‘Best In The Game’ Mixtape
Seminal grime collective Roll Deep announced its first mixtape in over a decade, titled “Best In The Game,” set for a summer 2024 release via FabricLive. The group, historically linked to pioneers like Wiley and Skepta, is returning with a...
Fakemink Hosted A ‘Terrified’ Listening Party And 1000 Kids Turned Up
London artist fakemink orchestrated a surprise listening party for his new album “Terrified.” He posted cryptic map coordinates, prompting fans to converge on a West London venue where more than 1,000 attendees gathered. The album debuted live before hitting streaming...
DRAGONFORCE Announces Fall 2026 'Inhuman Rampage' 20th-Anniversary North American Tour
Dragonforce announced a 22‑city North American tour for November‑December 2026, marking the 20th anniversary of the landmark album Inhuman Rampage. The trek, the band’s largest U.S. run in over two decades, will feature support from Ensiferum and Rhapsody of Fire....
Juls X Projexx Align With Valiant For New Single ‘Rarri’
Juls, Ghana‑born producer and MOBO Best Producer winner, joins Jamaican rapper Projexx and UK vocalist Valiant for the new single “Rarri.” The track blends Ghanaian, Jamaican and British musical elements, positioning itself as a summer‑ready, pan‑diaspora anthem. Juls leverages his...
PERIPHERY Announces 'A Pale White Dot' Fall 2026 U.S. Tour
PERIPHERY announced a 20‑city U.S. and Canada tour titled “A Pale White Dot,” kicking off on October 22 at The Fillmore Philadelphia and concluding on November 18 in Raleigh, North Carolina. The tour supports the band’s newly released album of the same...
Jay-Z Was the Reason Pharrell Got To Work on an Iconic 2000s Pop Track
In a 2014 Vibe interview, Pharrell revealed that Jay‑Z’s club connection with Justin Timberlake led the Neptunes to work with *NSYNC and ultimately Britney Spears on “I’m a Slave 4 U.” Despite early pushback from industry peers who warned against pop projects,...
How Karen Borca Brought the Bassoon Into Free Jazz
Avant‑garde bassist Karen Borca, now 77, has become the preeminent jazz bassoonist, turning a classical instrument into a free‑jazz voice. After early work with Cecil Taylor’s unit and recordings with Jimmy Lyons, Bill Dixon, and Alan Silva, she finally released...
Album Review – Whey Jennings – “Baptized By Fire”
Whey Jennings, grandson of Waylon Jennings, releases his sophomore album "Baptized By Fire," his first full‑length effort after a 2020 faith‑based rehabilitation that erased his earlier catalog. The record fuses outlaw‑country grit with overt Christian themes, delivering standout tracks like...
Pantera Plays First Show of 2026: Video, Set List
Pantera kicked off 2026 by opening for Metallica at Frankfurt’s Deutsche Bank Park, delivering an 11‑song set dominated by tracks from 1992’s *Vulgar Display of Power* and 1994’s *Far Beyond Driven*. The lineup featured Phil Anselmo, Rex Brown, Zakk Wylde and guest drummer Charlie Benante,...
Today In Hip Hop History: Eminem Dropped ‘The Eminem Show’ 24 Years Ago
On this day in 2002, Eminem released *The Eminem Show*, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and moving 1.3 million copies in its first full week. The album quickly became the year’s top‑selling record across all genres and later earned Diamond...
Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith Launches Label, Details New Album
American electronic composer Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith has launched her own record label, Someone Special, co‑run with producer James Daniel. The imprint’s debut release is Smith’s upcoming album Ruin: It’s Not Just Music, slated for October 2, 2026. The record departs from her...
Mitski Dances to Her Own Tune for Compelling Royal Albert Hall Performance
Mitski, the American art‑pop auteur, delivered a striking live show at London’s Royal Albert Hall, drawing a fervent Gen Z crowd. The concert blended her latest album’s narrative with immersive set pieces, from projected cornfields to a living‑room stage setup. Audience...
Muroki Is Travelling the World and Soaking Up Stories
Muroki, the first artist signed to BENEE’s Olive Records, released his debut album *Amber Skies* in January 2026, a record crafted while living between New Zealand, Berlin and Kenya. The album’s sun‑baked, groovy sound mirrors his nomadic lifestyle and has been...
BTS Crowned 'Artist of the Year' At American Music Awards
BTS secured the American Music Awards’ Artist of the Year title for the second year in a row, beating rivals such as Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. The fan‑voted win highlights the power of the BTS ARMY, which...
BTS Bring ‘Hooligan’ Music Video to Life at the American Music Awards
BTS took the stage at the 2026 American Music Awards in Las Vegas, delivering a live rendition of their Arirang track “Hooligan.” The performance was staged amid red lighting and black outfits, mirroring the song’s music video, and coincided with...
Drake Makes Chart History as New Album Trilogy Lands Top Three Spots
Canadian rapper Drake made Billboard history by debuting three new albums—"Iceman," "Habibti" and "Maid of Honour"—in the top three positions of the Billboard 200. "Iceman" opened at No. 1 with 463,000 equivalent album units, driven by 462.2 million on‑demand streams. "Habibti" and...
With New Album Pureflow Pt.1, Le Sserafim Are Facing Their Fears and Are Stronger for It
Le Sserafim released their second studio album, Pureflow Pt.1, on May 22. The 11‑track record flips the debut mantra of fearlessness, arguing that confronting fear builds strength, and spans styles from Latin house to punk and funk. The group, a Hybe subsidiary,...
The Color of Rain
Los Angeles poet‑performer aja monet releases her second album, the color of rain, merging slam poetry with jazz, soul, and electronic production. The record, co‑produced with bassist Meshell Ndegeocello, drummer Justin Brown and trumpeter Nico Segal, expands her vocal palette through humming, trills and pitched‑down...
Förlorarnas Natt
Swedish musician Dicksson, operating the Discreet Music label, has issued *Förlorarnas Natt* (“Night of the Losers”), a concept album fashioned as a soundtrack for an imagined teen film. The record channels 1970s Italian film‑score aesthetics, employing Rhodes keyboards, vintage Korg...
Teddy Swims Brings Down the House With ‘Mr. Know It All’ at American Music Awards
Teddy Swims delivered the live debut of his new single “Mr. Know It All” at the 2026 American Music Awards in Las Vegas. The performance took place on a set resembling a boarded‑up house, highlighting his soulful vocals with minimal...
Karol G Enchants at 2026 AMAs With Ethereal ‘Ivonny Bonita’ Performance
Karol G made a splash at the 2026 American Music Awards, delivering an ethereal rendition of “Ivonny Bonita” from her Tropicoqueta album. She was presented with the International Artist Award of Excellence, the first time the honor has been given...
MARTA Brings ‘The Heat’ to Summer Dancefloors
Canadian DJ‑producer MARTA drops her latest club anthem, "The Heat," building on the breakout success of "Keep Moving." The track delivers a dark, sweat‑soaked groove designed for peak‑time pressure and packed summer dance floors. Featuring loop‑ready vocals and a hypnotic...
Rod Serling's The Twilight Zone Inspired A '80s Music Video That's Still Legendary
Young MC’s 1989 single “Bust a Move” topped the Billboard Hot 100 at #7 and went platinum, selling over a million copies. The music video, conceived by Delicious Vinyl co‑founder Mike Ross, casts Young MC as a Rod Serling‑like narrator, mirroring the detached voice...
The Grammys Allegedly Reached Out To Drake For “ICEMAN” Submissions
Drake’s triple‑album drop—ICEMAN, HABIBTI, and MAID OF HONOUR—has dominated streaming charts and reinforced his commercial clout. Rumors circulating from OVO insiders claim the Recording Academy reached out to Drake, his label OVO and parent company Universal Music Group to encourage...
Video Premiere: Mama Doom – “Woven Linen” (NSFW)
New York trio Mama Doom, known for guitar‑free retro doom, released a striking video for their single “Woven Linen.” The video, produced by Gratuitous Productions, features the band blindfolded amid occult‑themed gore, brief topless nudity, and a visual homage to *Suspiria*....
Frizzell D’Souza & Abdon Mech, Jass Manak and All The Songs To Know This Week
Rolling Stone India’s weekly music roundup spotlights a travel‑themed wave of new releases across India’s indie, Punjabi and pop scenes. Bengaluru singer‑songwriter Frizzell D’Souza partners with Nagaland’s Abdon Mech for the single “Places I Find You In,” while Delhi‑based SoHumble...
RAYE Pushed Herself to Her “Limit” With New Album and Recent Touring
British singer‑songwriter RAYE released her second album, "This Music May Contain Hope," in March after a three‑year, high‑intensity recording period. She told Billboard she pushed herself to her limit while balancing relentless touring and studio work. The album earned a...
Elliott Wilson Declares Drake’s “ICEMAN” Album Of The Year
Elliott Wilson, veteran hip‑hop journalist, announced on May 25 that Drake’s album ICEMAN earns a 13‑out‑of‑18 score and deserves hip‑hop album of the year. Wilson praised 13 tracks while omitting five, signaling selective approval despite a lingering personal feud. The...
Lizzo Addresses the Backlash and Performs Live at The New York Times
Lizzo appeared on The New York Times’ Popcast, addressing recent lawsuits and her artistic evolution. She discussed the legal challenges surrounding her management and songwriting credits while promoting her upcoming album “Bitch.” The interview featured a stripped‑down performance of four songs, highlighting...
Queen Latifah on Hosting the American Music Awards, Releasing New Music This Year and Being a Taylor Swift Fan: ‘She...
Queen Latifah is set to host the American Music Awards on May 25, marking her first stint as host since 1995. The ceremony will be broadcast live on CBS and streamed on Paramount+, reviving the AMAs after a brief hiatus. In...
Legendary Rocker Billy Idol Performing Medley of Hits at AMA Awards, To Receive Lifetime Achievement Honor
Billy Idol capped a landmark 2026 by releasing his first album in three years, "Dream Into It," and earning a spot in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class. The 70‑year‑old rocker was also honored with the Lifetime Achievement...
Chris Stapleton Flirts With His Wife, Duets With Lainey Wilson, and Powers Through a Rainstorm During Nashville Stadium Show
Chris Stapleton headlined a two‑hour concert at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium, delivering a mix of hits, covers, and surprise duets. He performed alongside his wife Morgane, brought out Allen Stone for an Al Green cover, and shared the stage with rising star...
Keith Urban Previewing Upcoming Album During AMA Awards Performance
Keith Urban used his AMA Awards performance to preview his upcoming album *Flow State*, slated for release on June 12, 2026. Unlike his previous work, the record is largely a collection of cover songs, featuring collaborations with Little Big Town, John Mayer and...
Paul McCartney Talks About Origins of New Album With Actor Paul Mescal in Amazon Short Film Streaming Now
Paul McCartney teamed with actor Paul Mescal for an Amazon‑produced short film that delves into the personal stories behind his forthcoming album *The Boys of Dungeon Lane*. The film premiered on Amazon Live and the Amazon Music app on May 25, positioning the...
Drake Becomes 1st Artist to Simultaneously Hold Top 3 Spots on Billboard 200 Albums Chart
Drake made history on May 25, 2026 by occupying the top three positions on the Billboard 200 with his newly released trilogy—*Iceman*, *Habibti* and *Maid of Honour*. *Iceman* debuted at No. 1, giving the rapper his 15th chart‑topping album and tying Taylor Swift...
Stability AI’s Julian Parker, a Key Researcher Behind Stable Audio, Joins Spotify’s ‘Artist-First AI’ Team – Days After Streamer’s Landmark...
Julian Parker, a senior researcher behind Stability AI’s Stable Audio models, has joined Spotify to bolster its artist‑first AI program. His move follows Spotify’s landmark licensing agreement with Universal Music Group that will let fans create paid AI‑generated covers and...
Born 133 Years Ago Today, the Virginia Native Who Became One of Country Music’s First Commercial Recording Stars
Ernest Van “Pop” Stoneman, born May 25, 1893 in Virginia, became one of the first commercially successful country‑music recording stars. His 1925 debut single “Sinking of the Titanic” sold roughly two million copies, and he recorded about 200 tracks in the 1920s....
MASTERPLAN Shares Music Video For 'The Call' From Upcoming 'Metalmorphosis' Album
German power‑metal veterans Masterplan announced their new studio album “Metamorphosis,” slated for release on June 26, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl. The band unveiled the official video for the fourth single “The Call,” which guitarist Roland Grapow describes as the album’s most...
Anula Namshum’s ‘NTWM’ Video Takes Us To a Party By Tea Plantation Workers
Singer‑songwriter Anula Namshum returns after a four‑year hiatus with the indie‑rock single “NTWM,” co‑written and produced with guitarist Lemuel Mazumder and featuring bassist Nisham Pul and drummer Stephen Krisikro. The track, originally born from a 2017‑18 jam session, blends dreamy...
Drake Sets New ARIA Chart Record With Three Top 10 Album Debuts
Drake has set a new ARIA chart record by debuting three albums—*Iceman*, *Maid Of Honour* and *Habibti*—in the Australian top 10 during the same week, with *Iceman* landing at No. 1. He is the first artist since the chart’s 1983 inception to...
Sugar Review – Bob Mould’s Reunited Band Still in a Sweet Spot Between Noise and Melody
Bob Mould has reunited his 1990s alt‑rock band Sugar for a UK and Ireland tour, following three New York shows. The trio—Mould, bassist David Barbe, and 73‑year‑old drummer Malcolm Travis—delivers a 90‑minute set of 23 songs, including two newly written...
Girl Pop Group VIVA’s Music Is Now Streaming, Two Decades After They First Made Waves
Indian pop pioneers VIVA have finally placed their debut album and follow‑up VIVA Reloaded on major streaming services. The five‑member girl group, formed in 2002 after winning Channel V’s Popstars, originally collaborated with top composers like Salim‑Suleiman and Shankar‑Ehsaan‑Loy. Their...
Udio’s Licensed AI Music App Will Be Called Starstruck, with Four Creation Modes for Fans (Report)
Udio is launching Starstruck, a mobile‑first AI music app that lets fans generate covers, reimagined tracks, remixes, or original songs using licensed artist vocals. The platform operates on a subscription model with Standard and Pro tiers, limiting the number of...
Hot Chip To Re-Issue ‘The Warning’, ‘Made In The Dark’ & ‘One Life Stand’
British electronic band Hot Chip will re‑issue three seminal albums—'The Warning' (2006), 'Made In The Dark' (2008) and 'One Life Stand' (2010)—on July 17, 2024. The releases include a newly available B‑side, "Bally," streaming for the first time, and coincide with...
Monday Morning Brew #156 (+ Ana Lua Caiano and Paolo Angeli)
Monday Morning Brew #156 spotlights Lisbon experimentalist Ana Lua Caiano, whose 2024 debut *Vou Ficar Neste Quadrado* earned Album of the Year honors. The newsletter announces her new single “Uma Vida A Menos,” a commentary on limited leisure time, as a preview...
Ava Mendoza – Alive Alone, Alive Together
Brooklyn guitarist‑vocalist Ava Mendoza has issued *Alive Alone, Alive Together*, an eight‑track album recorded while touring in 2025. Seven songs are dramatically reworked versions of material from her 2021 instrumental *New Spells* and 2024’s *The Circular Train*, while the new track...
Drake Ties Taylor Swift for the Most Billboard 200 No. 1 Albums Among Soloists
Drake’s latest album ICEMAN entered the Billboard 200 at No. 1, giving him his 15th chart‑topping album and tying him with Taylor Swift for the most No. 1s among solo artists. The milestone places both artists just behind The Beatles, who hold 19 No. 1s across...
Why All Signs Pointed to This Top 40 Neil Young Album Not Working, and How It Miraculously Pulled Through
Neil Young’s second solo album, *Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere*, was created under challenging circumstances. Young recorded while feverish at 103°F, writing classics like “Cinnamon Girl” from his bedside. He assembled the nascent Crazy Horse band with virtually no rehearsal, capturing...
Mike D Has Unveiled His Second Single of the Month with 'What We Got'
Mike D, the former Beastie Boys drummer, dropped his second solo single of May, “What We Got,” while headlining two sold‑out shows at Brooklyn’s Xanadu Roller Arts. The track follows “Switch Up,” his first solo release in 15 years, and...