Derek Trucks Says Tedeschi Trucks Band Has New EP Ready For Release
Tedeschi Trucks Band released its first album in four years, Future Soul, and guitarist Derek Trucks announced that six additional tracks are already mixed and ready for an upcoming EP. The band recorded 17 songs with producer Mike Elizondo, selecting 11 for the album and reserving the remaining six for the follow‑up release. Trucks described the new material as "equal siblings" to Future Soul and hinted at a release roughly six months later. The EP will likely showcase a more aggressive, edgier sound introduced on the recent album.
Whitney Share ‘Light Upon The Lake’ 10th Anniversary Edition
Whitney is celebrating the 10th anniversary of their debut album Light Upon The Lake with a re‑issue that adds demo tracks, alternate takes, and a new visualiser for a finger‑picking rendition of “Golden Days.” The band’s co‑founders Max Kakacek and Julien Ehrlich provide...
Suede Reveal ‘Antidepressants’ Deluxe Edition
British rock veterans Suede will issue an expanded version of their 2025 album Antidepressants on 10 July 2026, featuring five previously unreleased tracks—including “Emotionally Unavailable” and “Medication”—plus a trove of demos and early mixes. Simultaneously, author Rodge Glass releases As One: Remaking...
DEF LEPPARD's PHIL COLLEN: Final Concert Of Latest Las Vegas Residency 'Was Probably The Best Show We've Ever Done'
Def Leppard wrapped its third Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace with a 12‑show run that the band describes as one of their best ever. Guitarist Phil Collen singled out the final night as possibly the greatest concert of their 40‑year...
Towa Bird Announces North American Tour
Singer‑songwriter Towa Bird announced a nine‑show North American tour this fall to promote her 2026 album "Gentleman." The tour kicks off on September 13 at The Independent in San Francisco and concludes on October 3 at The Foundry at The Fillmore in Philadelphia,...
SERJ TAKIAN, ROMAN & TOM MORELLO Say "Adjourn It" Is A Response To ICE Raids And Their "Absolute Reign Of...
Tom Morello, Serj Tankian, and Morello’s 15‑year‑old son Roman released the protest single “Adjourn It.” The track was born out of the wave of ICE and DHS raids sweeping Los Angeles, which the artists describe as a “reign of terror” on...
Hammok ‘When Does This Place Become Our Scene’ | Track By Track
Norwegian hardcore outfit Hammok has unveiled a new, genre‑bending album, detailed track‑by‑track by vocalist Tobias Osland. The record mixes aggressive riffs with pop‑leaning references to Bleachers, Justice and Korn, while lyrics critique post‑COVID internet capitalism. Songs draw on early‑2000s influences such...
Lady A Announces December Holiday Tour
Country trio Lady A has announced the 2026 “This Winter’s Night Tour,” a ten‑day holiday concert series running from Dec 10 to Dec 21. The itinerary kicks off in Northfield, Ohio, and concludes with two back‑to‑back shows at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. Fan‑club pre‑sale...
Post Your Questions for David Byrne
David Byrne is releasing a one‑night, 4K cinema version of his acclaimed *American Utopia* tour on August 5, a remastered Spike Lee‑directed concert film that originally ran on Broadway. To promote the event, Byrne will field fan questions for a July 10 interview,...
Album Review – Charlie Marie’s “Signs”
Charlie Marie’s second album *Signs* arrives as a self‑financed, pandemic‑inspired record that expands beyond her classic country roots. Drawing on a solo cross‑country road trip, the project fuses traditional country vocal stylings with folk, rock, and spiritual motifs. Produced with...
Pitchfork Festival London 2026 Announces Lineup
Pitchfork Festival London 2026 unveiled a multi‑day lineup that runs from November 2‑8 across venues such as Roundhouse, KOKO, Hackney Empire and the Royal Festival Hall. Headliners include The Avalanches, Noname (with a special “10 years of Telefone” set), Tortoise, Olof Dreijer and Hania Rani,...
BST Hyde Park Announce Norman Jay, Dub Pistols, Daft Funk and Loads More as Part of Free Open House 2026...
BST Hyde Park has unveiled its free Open House 2026 programme, running from June 29 to July 9 in London’s iconic park. The schedule blends a stacked music roster—including Norman Jay, Dub Pistols, Daft Funk, Garth Brooks, ATEEZ, Maroon 5, and Duran Duran—with outdoor cinema, live Wimbledon...
Widowspeak Remain Hypnotic, Brightening Their Sound
Widowspeak’s new album *Roses* arrives with brighter, pop‑tinged textures while preserving the band’s hazy, melancholic core. Molly Hamilton’s vocals blend wistful melancholy with a subtle country cadence, exploring themes of impermanence. Guitarist Robert Earl Thomas delivers solos that reference George...
‘The Indigenous Setlist’ Podcast Will Spotlight Thriving Native and Indigenous Music Scene
Indigenous House and Little Bear Audio are debuting *The Indigenous Setlist*, a weekly podcast spotlighting modern Native and Indigenous musicians. The series kicks off on June 22 with Halluci Nation and will feature artists such as Maoli, THRONE, Aysanabee, Shawnee Kish,...
Digital Footprint – Song by BLP Kosher
BLP Kosher released the single “Digital Footprint” on June 5, 2026, marking the latest evolution of the viral rapper’s catalog. The track features razor‑sharp production paired with a more subdued, traditional vocal delivery, while still showcasing his trademark clever wordplay. Critics note...
Spotify Seeking Rights to Show Live Video of Music Festivals (Report)
Spotify is negotiating with concert promoters, including a multi‑year deal with Live Nation, to license live‑video rights for music festivals, adding a new video dimension to its platform that previously offered only live‑audio streams. The initiative coincides with Spotify’s "Reserved"...
Spotify Wants to Have More Video Content, and It Could Start Streaming Live Concert Footage Soon — but My Scepticism...
Spotify is preparing to stream live concert footage directly within its app, targeting a shift toward video content. The company has begun negotiating licensing deals with promoters and has already trialed pre‑recorded shows such as Dua Lipa’s Mexico City performance. This...
EQ Are the New Face of Argentina’s Electronic Underground
Argentine duo EQ has become the face of their country’s underground electronic scene, drawing global attention with a sold‑out performance at Berlin’s Oxi club. Their high‑energy set, marked by post‑genre production and Latin‑infused rhythms, resonated with a youthful crowd dressed...
Portishead’s Geoff Barrow Says ‘Gone’ Composer Admits Ripping Off His ‘Devs’ Score
Geoff Barrow, co‑composer of the 2020 Hulu series *Devs*, says composer Harry Escott admitted to copying a cue from that score for ITV’s thriller *Gone*. Barrow posted an Instagram video juxtaposing the two pieces and alleges the director, Richard Laxton,...
Scorcher’s ‘All Dorks Must Die’ Is Completely Unfiltered
Scorcher has returned to the UK rap scene with his new album “All Dorks Must Die,” a concise 10‑track project that leans into his gritty roots. The record follows the buzz‑worthy Giggs collaboration “Ups,” which reignited interest in the veteran...
Culture Clash: Widowspeak
Widowspeak, the Brooklyn‑origin indie duo, releases their seventh album *Roses* after more than 15 years of touring and recording. The record reflects a shift from city‑center hustle to suburban life, blending mature lyricism with the band’s signature melodic hooks. A...
Converge Release ‘Hum Of Hurt’ – Their Second Album Of 2026
Converge has unleashed ‘Hum Of Hurt,’ their second full‑length album of 2026, arriving only months after the metalcore‑focused ‘Love Is Not Enough.’ Frontman Jacob Bannon said the band amassed enough material during the earlier sessions to craft two separate records,...
Folk Collective Brown Wimpenny Release Their Titanic Debut Album
Manchester‑based folk collective Brown Wimpenny has released their debut album, Long Live Brown Wimpenny, through the Broadside Hacks label. The group evolved from informal living‑room sessions to a stable 11‑musician ensemble after briefly expanding to 25 members. Drawing on North‑West...
Slim Drops New Mixtape ‘The Final Call’
South London rapper Slim released his 13‑track mixtape ‘The Final Call’, positioning it as his most personal work yet. The project follows his viral collaboration ‘In My Bag’ with M Huncho, which has surpassed 50 million streams. Featuring UK drill heavy‑hitters...
Niall Horan Hints at Australian Return as New Album ‘Dinner Party’ Arrives
Niall Horan announced that an Australian tour is imminent, with dates expected early next year, following the release of his fourth solo album, Dinner Party. The album, his first since 2023’s The Show, continues his string of Billboard 200 successes....
Morgan Wallen Appears to Grab Phone and Toss It During Pittsburgh Concert
Country star Morgan Wallen sparked a viral moment on June 5 when he snatched a cellphone from a security guard and hurled it across the stage at Pittsburgh’s Acrisure Stadium. The incident followed a turbulent week that included a piano malfunction...
Kodak Black Reveals New Album “Kodak The Blessing” Dropping Soon
Kodak Black unveiled his upcoming album "Kodak The Blessing," a 26‑track project slated for release on June 12, 2026. He shared the tracklist and cover art on Instagram, revealing guest spots from up‑and‑coming artists such as G Thugg, Shadea Charai,...
Ariana Grande Fans Divided Amid Growing Concerns Over Singer’s Appearance: ‘This Is Not OK’
Pop star Ariana Grande kicked off her Eternal Sunshine tour in Oakland, promoting her upcoming album “Petal” slated for July 31. While many fans celebrated her first live performance in seven years, a segment of the audience took to X to criticize...
Just Played: A Column About Vinyl Records #71
The column spotlights a flood of fresh vinyl releases, ranging from Norwegian producer Les Imprimés’ soulful second album *Fading Forward* to Harry Styles’ synth‑leaning *Kiss All The Time. New label Music Saves launches with Late Transmissions & Eva Quarterman, while legacy acts like Paul McCartney, Foo Fighters, and...
Is Australian Music at Risk of Extinction? Here’s What the Data Tells Us
Australian representation on the ARIA singles chart has slumped from roughly 30% in the early 1990s to single‑digit levels today, with only five Australian artists appearing in the 2024 Top 100. The shift from physical sales to streaming—now accounting for over...
Live Report: Doja Cat – The O2 Arena, London
Doja Cat returned to London’s O₂ Arena for the opening night of her "Vie" tour, delivering a 1‑hour‑45‑minute show that blended theatrical entrances, elaborate costumes and nonstop choreography. The performance featured a suspended white winged outfit, a Union‑Jack ensemble, and a full‑hit...
Drake’s “ICEMAN” Stays At Number One On Billboard 200 In Its Third Week
Drake’s surprise album ICEMAN logged roughly 171,000 album‑equivalent units in its third week, keeping the record at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a third consecutive week. The run ties the longest‑running 2026 chart‑toppers—Noah Kahan’s The Great Divide and BTS’s ARIRANG—at three...
Hear Bob Dylan Play ‘Basement Tapes’ Gem ‘You Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere’ for First Time in 14 Years
Bob Dylan opened his Woodinville, Washington show on the Long Hot Summer Tour 2026 with the Basement Tapes classic “You Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere,” marking his first live performance of the song since 2012. The rendition featured harmony vocals from guitarists Doug...
Drake’s ‘ICEMAN’ Scores Third Week Atop Billboard 200
Drake’s seventh studio album *ICEMAN* remained atop the Billboard 200 for a third straight week, moving 171,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. during the week ending June 4, a 24% decline from the prior period. Streaming accounted for 170,000...
DON BROCO Vocalist ROB DAMIANI Joins PAPA ROACH On Stage At Rock AM Ring
English rock singer Rob Damiani of Don Broco joined Papa Roach onstage at the Rock AM Ring festival, delivering guest vocals on “Between Angels and Insects.” The appearance coincided with Don Broco’s release of their fifth studio album, “Nightmare Tripping,” their first record in five years and...
Carly Pearce Honors Her Bluegrass Roots With Surprise Guests Ricky Skaggs and Molly Tuttle During CMA Fest Performance
Carly Pearce turned her CMA Fest set into a bluegrass showcase, inviting legends Ricky Skaggs and Grammy‑winner Molly Tuttle to the stage. The performance also featured 15‑year‑old mandolin prodigy Shay Morgan on the song “From Now On,” and ended with a surprise duet...
CHARLIE BENANTE On ANTHRAX's Upcoming Album 'Cursum Perficio': 'It's A Culmination Of Different Eras, Different Moods, Different Ideas'
Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante discussed the upcoming twelfth studio album "Cursum Perficio," set for September 18 release via Megaforce in the U.S. and Nuclear Blast in Europe, marking the band's first full‑length record in a decade since 2016's "For All...
Earl Sweatshirt on the Evolution of Music Streaming Services and Big Data’s Impact on the Industry: ‘These Algorithms Are Weird...
Earl Sweatshirt, reflecting on his tenure with Columbia Records, lambasted modern music‑streaming services for relying on opaque, "weird and undefeatable" algorithms powered by big‑data analytics. He argued that these systems create a power vacuum that skews exposure toward a few...
Ariana Grande Kicks Off “The Eternal Sunshine Tour: See Setlist + Photos
Ariana Grande opened her first headlining tour since 2019 with the Oakland stop of the “Eternal Sunshine Tour,” a 41‑concert residency‑style rollout across North America and Europe. The setlist featured 23 songs, including 11 tracks from her 2024 album *eternal sunshine*...
63 Years Ago Today: Legendary Rock Band Released Its First Single
On June 7, 1963 the Rolling Stones released their debut single ‘Come On’, a Chuck Berry cover recorded at Olympic Sound Studios. The track peaked at No. 21 on the UK charts, securing the band’s first national exposure and prompting Decca Records to...
Watch Fontaines D.C.’s Grian Chatten Join Kneecap on Stage and Rock Out to The Cure at Primavera Sound 2026
Irish rap trio Kneecap invited Fontaines D.C. frontman Grian Chatten onstage at Primavera Sound Barcelona on June 6, 2026, to perform their 2023 single “Better Way To Live.” The surprise collaboration echoed previous live renditions on Ireland’s Late Late Show, Glastonbury...
Album Review – The Red Clay Strays – “Grateful”
The Red Clay Strays released their new album *Grateful*, earning an 8.1/10 rating and solidifying their reputation as genre‑defying Americana leaders. The record weaves gospel, Southern rock, Sun‑era rock ’n’ roll, and classic roots music, reflecting the band’s refusal to...
On This Day 7 Years Ago, Future Released One of His Darkest, Most Underrated Projects To Date
Future’s seven‑year‑old EP *SAVE ME* resurfaced as a dark, introspective entry in his catalog, highlighting themes of grief, drug use, and emotional isolation. The project’s fragile vocal delivery and blues‑infused production set it apart from his more commercial releases like...
Watch: KITTIE Kicks Off First Full North American Headlining Tour In Over 10 Years, Enlists Stand-In Bassist RACHEL GONZALES
Canadian metal pioneers KITTIE kicked off their first full North American headlining tour in over a decade on June 6, 2026, with a 16‑date "Legacy Of Fire Tour: 30 Years Of Kittie" celebrating three decades since their 1996 formation. Bassist Ivana...
Ariana Grande Embraces Every Version of Herself on Eternal Sunshine Tour: 5 Best Moments
Ariana Grande kicked off her Eternal Sunshine Tour on June 6 in Oakland, drawing nearly 20,000 fans for her first live shows since the 2019 Sweetener World Tour, which grossed $146 million. The new tour is deliberately scaled back to 41 dates,...
Best Australian and New Zealand Music of the Week: BOY SODA, WHO SHOT SCOTT, Inertia and More
Rolling Stone has combined its Australian and New Zealand weekly music round‑ups into a single ANZ list, spotlighting the most compelling releases from June 1‑7. The roundup features a diverse slate—from BOY SODA’s R&B‑infused single “Elements” with producer MXXWLL to The Avalanches’ Jamie xx...
Olivia Rodrigo Debuts New Song with Robert Smith During Surprise Set at Primavera Sound
Olivia Rodrigo surprised Primavera Sound attendees with a pop‑rock popup set that introduced her first-ever collaboration, a new song with The Cure frontman Robert Smith titled “what’s wrong with me.” The track appears on her forthcoming album you seem pretty...
Duffy Announces First Live Show in 15 Years After Kidnapping Ordeal
Welsh singer Duffy announced her first live performance in 15 years, set for July 5 at a secret intimate London venue. Fans can apply for a limited‑capacity spot via a free ballot, with winners notified on June 15. The show will feature...
Keith Urban Brings Out Michael McDonald to Perform “We Go Back” At CMA Fest
Keith Urban surprised CMA Fest attendees by bringing Michael McDonald onstage to perform their new duet “We Go Back.” The song appears on Urban’s upcoming yacht‑rock album *Flow State*, slated for release on June 12. Urban highlighted the album’s collaborative spirit, noting...
Vince Staples Trashes His Old Label for Trying To Keep Him Boxed Into ‘Straight Hip-Hop’
Vince Staples publicly criticized his former label for forcing him to produce a conventional hip‑hop record, prompting him to release his politically charged, punk‑infused album "Cry Baby" independently. The Long Beach rapper explained he avoided press tours because he was tired of...