‘SNL’: Watch Paul McCartney Perform ‘Days We Left Behind,’ ‘Band on the Run’
Paul McCartney returned to Saturday Night Live for the first time in 15 months, debuting the lead single "Days We Left Behind" from his upcoming 18th solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane. He followed with a live rendition of the Wings classic "Band on the Run," backed by Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith. After the show’s credits, McCartney surprised viewers with an encore of his 1980 hit "Coming Up." The performance underscores his continued relevance and promotes the new record ahead of its release.
"I Think that Losing a Parent as a Child Had an Adverse Effect. There Was This Melancholy, a Sadness that...
Alter Bridge frontman Myles Kennedy released his debut solo album, *Year of the Tiger*, a 12‑track Americana‑infused record that confronts the lingering grief from losing his father at age four. The project, completed after scrapping earlier material, was sparked by...
See the Setlist for Harry Styles’ “Together, Together” Tour Kick-Off
Harry Styles kicked off his 2026 “Together, Together” residency series with a ten‑show run at Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome, opening with a 20‑song set that blends hits and ten tracks from his new album “Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.” The...
Delta Goodrem Puts on Incredible Performance as Australia Comes up Short at Eurovision
Australian singer Delta Goodrem delivered one of the year’s strongest Eurovision performances, earning 165 points and finishing fourth behind Bulgaria, Romania and Israel. The win went to Bulgaria’s Dara with “Bangaranga,” who amassed 204 points. Only three of the 35...
Finland, the Eurovision Favorite, Is Here for Revenge
Finland entered the Eurovision semifinal as the competition’s clear favorite, showcasing the duet “Liekinheitin” by pop star Pete Parkkonen and violinist Linda Lampenius. The performance combined a fiery stage set with Lampenius’s 1781 Gagliano violin, estimated at $660,000, creating a dramatic visual...
¥ (Yen) – Song by JPEGMAFIA
JPEGMAFIA released the single “¥ (Yen)” on May 16, 2026, previewing his upcoming album EXPERIMENTAL RAP. The track delivers a hard‑hitting blend of crushing bass, distortion, and glistening synths, pushing the artist’s chaotic aesthetic further than recent releases. Lyrically, the song fixates...
How Lykke Li’s Biggest Song Landed on Drake’s ‘Iceman’: ‘It Has a Life of Its Own’
Swedish indie‑pop star Lykke Li’s 2011 hit “I Follow Rivers” is interpolated on Drake’s newly released track “Janice STFU” from his triple‑album debut Iceman. The collaboration echoes Drake’s earlier use of Li’s 2008 song “Little Bit” on his mixtape So Far Gone, highlighting a recurring...
Scarface Goes Off On The White House Using Drake’s “ICEMAN” Cover Art
Hip‑hop legend Scarface publicly condemned the White House for repurposing Drake’s ICEMAN album cover with a MAGA‑styled iced‑out chain. The White House’s social‑media post altered the original artwork, which features a hand gesture tied to Drake’s Toronto roots, into a...
Remember When Blondie Bridged the Gap Between Hip-Hop and New Wave in 1981?
In 1981 Blondie released “Rapture,” a genre‑blending single that fused new‑wave, disco, and early rap elements. The track featured one of the first rap verses in mainstream pop and name‑dropped pioneering DJs like Fab 5 Freddy and Grandmaster Flash. “Rapture” topped the Billboard...
Big Inflatable Willies, Nu Metal and 80s Pop Covers - Here's What Went Down on Day Two of Sonic Temple...
Day two of Sonic Temple 2026 turned the Altar stage into a nu‑metal showcase, featuring Mushroomhead, Everclear, Powerman 5000 and Dope. The performances blended classic hits with high‑energy theatrics, including giant inflatable phallus props and a surprise Kia Sonata giveaway. Sublime’s...
Today in Hip-Hop History: Ice Cube Dropped His First Solo LP ‘Amerikkka’s Most Wanted’ 36 Years Ago
On October 29, 1990 Ice Cube released his debut solo album *Amerikkka’s Most Wanted*, marking his first major project after N.W.A.'s breakup. The record peaked at #19 on the Billboard 200 and earned platinum certification in its launch year. Produced with Public...
Michael Jackson Holds U.K. Albums Chart Crown as Compilation Scores Second Week at No. 1
Michael Jackson’s compilation *The Essential Michael Jackson* secured a second consecutive week at No. 1 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart dated May 15, extending a reign it first achieved 17 years ago. Westlife’s new compilation *25 – The Ultimate Collection* entered...
"It Brings to Mind the Amped-Up Energy of Motörhead's No Sleep 'Til Hammersmith or Thin Lizzy's Live And Dangerous." Halestorm...
Halestorm headlined Sonic Temple 2026 with a performance that rivaled classic live rock albums, delivering thunderous renditions of "Falling Star" and "I Miss The Misery." Frontwoman Lzzy Hale’s soaring vocals drew comparisons to Motörhead’s raw fury and Thin Lizzy’s soaring...
Sam Fender & Olivia Dean Set New U.K. Chart Record as ‘Rein Me In’ Earns 11th Week at No. 1
Sam Fender and Olivia Dean’s collaborative remix “Rein Me In” has reclaimed the UK Official Singles Chart for an 11th non‑consecutive week, establishing a new record for the longest‑running number‑one by a male/female duo. The track, originally from Fender’s 2025...
Watch: Ex-YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Singer MATS LEVÉN Performs Entire 'Facing The Animal' Album In Japan
Swedish vocalist Mats Levén staged two back‑to‑back concerts in Tokyo, performing Yngwie Malmsteen’s 1997 album “Facing The Animal” in its entirety. Backed by a Japanese rhythm section, Levén tackled the full setlist, including the demo track “Playing With Fire,” and...
Shakira, Gracie Abrams: 9 Songs We’re Talking About This Week
Shakira teams with Burna Boy for the FIFA World Cup anthem “Dai Dai,” reviving her tournament‑song legacy with an Afrobeats‑infused, multilingual track. Gracie Abrams releases the anxious lead single “Hit the Wall” from her upcoming album *Daughter From Hell*, highlighting mental‑health themes....
Unfettered Creativity: The Beach Boys’ ‘Pet Sounds’ At 60
The Beach Boys’ album *Pet Sounds* celebrates its 60th anniversary, reaffirming its status as a pop‑music masterpiece. Brian Wilson single‑handedly wrote, arranged, and produced the record, pushing studio techniques that later inspired The Beatles’ *Sgt. Pepper*. Though Capitol Records initially deemed...
Eurovision Song Contest 2026: What Time Is Delta Goodrem?
Australian singer Delta Goodrem has become the surprise frontrunner in Eurovision 2026 after her semi‑final performance, with bookmakers lifting her win probability from roughly 6% to 20%. She now sits second overall and leads the jury vote, though the public...
“I’m No Stranger to the Rain”
Keith Whitley’s 1989 single “I’m No Stranger to the Rain” became a No. 1 country hit, cementing his place in the 1980s neotraditionalist movement. The song’s stark lyrics and gradual build reflect Whitley’s personal battle with alcoholism, which ultimately led to...
Drake Is Spotify’s Most-Streamed Artist in a Day for 2026 Following Three-Album Release
Drake released three full‑length albums—Iceman, Habibti, and Maid of Honour—simultaneously on May 15, 2026. Within 24 hours the trio generated over 250 million streams, making Drake the most‑streamed artist of the day on Spotify and delivering the platform’s highest‑single‑day album streams...
Kiefer Sutherland Cancels US Music Tour After ‘Very Low Ticket Sales’
Actor‑musician Kiefer Sutherland announced on Instagram that the U.S. leg of his "Love Will Bring You Home" 2026 tour is canceled because ticket sales were far below expectations. The decision follows successful shows in Oslo, Stockholm and Vienna, which were...
Delta Powers Australia Into the Grand Final at EUROVISION 2026
Australian pop star Delta Goodrem secured a place in the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final after a visually striking semi‑final performance in Vienna. The staging, designed by Dan Shipton and Ross Nicholson, combined celestial visuals, towering light effects and more than...
V and J-Hope Are in Shock Over Drake’s BTS Shoutout on ‘Iceman’
Drake unleashed his new album Iceman alongside surprise releases Habibti and Maid Of Honour, dropping three records in a single day. In the opening track “Make Them Cry,” he name‑dropped BTS, prompting V and J‑Hope to post shocked Instagram stories....
Guitarist PIGGY D. Starts New Band Called GABI & THE FLY
Matt "Piggy D." Montgomery, former Rob Zombie bassist turned guitarist, has launched a new heavy‑metal project called Gabi & The Fly with Canadian vocalist Gabriella Lindland. The duo released a five‑song debut demo, Initiation of Decay, exclusively on Bandcamp and...
Vazon Are Tapping Into A New Energy on Latest Single, ‘Hammerhead’
Leeds‑born duo Vazon has unleashed their new single “Hammerhead,” a high‑voltage blend of rock, metal and punk that showcases their evolving sound. The track mixes heavy distortion with groove‑laden vocals, positioning it as a showcase piece for their upcoming EP....
POV: You’re Caity Baser, And You’re About To Play The Great Escape
British pop rising star Caity Baser is set to deliver a surprise performance titled “The Great Escape” as the de facto headliner of the CLASH stage at the Patterns festival in Brighton. Her freshly released single “Holiday Song” is already charting...
Watch The Strokes Premiere New Song ‘Falling Out Of Love’ On ‘Colbert’
The Strokes premiered their new single “Falling Out Of Love” on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, marking the first public performance of material from their forthcoming album Reality Awaits. The nine‑track record, the band’s first studio release in six years, is...
Watch Evanescence Explore a Collapsing World in “Who Will You Follow” Video
Evanescence released the official video for “Who Will You Follow,” the lead single from their upcoming album Sanctuary. Directed by Jensen Noen, the clip shifts from a chaotic Los Angeles street to a sterile, phone‑obsessed corridor before plunging Amy Lee into a...
Indo Warehouse & Rashmeet Kaur, Reble, Adnan Sami and All The Songs to Know This Week
Rolling Stone India’s weekly roundup spotlights a diverse set of new releases across India’s music scene, from Indo Warehouse and Rashmeet Kaur’s dance‑floor anthem “Chor” to Uday Benegal’s introspective EP *Human Be*. The list also includes electronic‑rock single “Praying Mantis”...
Niall Horan’s Dinner Party Live On Tour 2026-27: How to Get Tickets
Niall Horan announced the Dinner Party Live On Tour 2026‑27, supporting his new album Dinner Party, which releases on June 5, 2026. The North American leg runs from March 17 to May 29, 2027, covering major U.S. and Canadian markets....
Meet 2026’s First Breakout Band, According to Luminate – a Masked Math Rock Duo Called Angine De Poitrine, with Weekly...
Angine de Poitrine, a masked math‑rock duo from Quebec, exploded from obscurity to global virality after a KEXP live session went viral, amassing over 14 million YouTube views. Their second album, Vol. II, released April 3, generated more than 20 million Spotify streams and...
Ibeyi Announce New Album ‘Offering’
Ibeyi, the French‑Cuban twin duo, announced their new album "Offering" slated for release on July 26. The record marks their first full‑length project since 2022’s "Spell31" and reflects an independent era with an overhauled sound. The lead single “Aset”, inspired by...
Ella Langley’s 2026 Tour: How to Get Tickets
Ella Langley’s second album *Dandelion* has propelled three singles into the Billboard Hot 100 top 10, with “Choosin’ Texas” holding No. 1 for nine weeks. The artist launched the Dandelion Tour in February, marking her first arena‑headlining run across the United States and...
Primus Shares Surprise EP ‘A Handful Of Nuggs’
Primus surprise‑released the four‑track EP A Handful Of Nuggs on May 15, 2026, making it available instantly on streaming platforms and announcing a 12‑inch vinyl for July 22. The record opens with “The Ol’ Grizz,” the first studio cut to feature new drummer John Hoffman alongside...
Video Premiere: Windswept – “Cenote”
Windswept, a Wellington‑based black metal outfit formed in 2024, has released a striking video for “Cenote,” the lead single from its forthcoming album Howling in Baptismal Filth. The track blends raw, distorted riffs with melodic and punk‑inspired chaos, drawing comparisons...
Kendrick, Canada, Extra Albums and More: Takeaways From Drake's Iceman
Drake unleashed a surprise triple‑album drop on March 2026, debuting *Iceman* alongside *Habibti* and *Maid of Honour*. The three projects deliver 43 tracks and roughly two‑and‑a‑half hours of music, with *Iceman* serving as the centerpiece and a direct response to his...
Listen: Grace Potter Previews New LP ‘Trespasser’ with First Single “Love Me Not”
Grace Potter announced her seventh studio album, Trespasser, slated for release on August 21 through independent label Thirty Tigers. The 10‑track record is introduced by the lead single “Love Me Not,” which blends stripped‑down soul, cosmic country, and hard‑rock elements....
The Prodigy To Kick Off CBGB Fest Weekend With First NYC Performance In 17 Years
Electronic music pioneers The Prodigy will headline a free concert in New York City on Sept. 25, marking their first NYC appearance in 17 years. The performance will launch the CBGB Fest weekend at Under The K Bridge Park and will be supported...
No-Frills Thrash, Heart-Rending Doom and Demented Black Metal: The 10 Best New Metal Songs You Need to Hear This Week
Metal Hammer’s weekly roundup spotlights ten fresh metal tracks released this week, ranging from Anthrax’s thrash comeback to Mourir’s expansive black‑metal preview. The feature highlights upcoming album releases, including Anthrax’s first record in a decade slated for September 18, 2026, and Warning’s...
KATSEYE Announces The Wildworld Tour 2026
KATSEYE unveiled The Wildworld Tour 2026, a global concert run that will hit Europe from September 1 to September 17 and then North America from October 13 through November 27. The band will also drop a new EP titled “Wild” on August 14, aligning fresh...
Drake Gets Personal with Surprise Three-Album Drop After Kendrick Beef
Drake shocked the music world by releasing three full‑length albums—*Iceman*, *Habibti* and *Maid of Honour*—in a single surprise drop, delivering 43 songs across rap, R&B and dance‑music styles. The releases mark his first major output since the 2024 feud with...
Paul Simon Performs ‘April Come She Will’ Solo For 1st Time Since 1965
Paul Simon, 84, surprised fans at Royal Albert Hall by performing “April Come She Will” solo for the first time since its 1965 debut. The rare rendition closed a second encore during his A Quiet Celebration tour, which opened with a full performance...
Album Review – Braxton Keith’s “Real Damn Deal”
Braxton Keith’s long‑awaited debut, "Real Damn Deal," arrives after a seven‑year build‑up, delivering fifteen tracks that champion traditional country while injecting youthful vigor. The album mixes classic Western swing, heartfelt duets and a few pop‑leaning experiments, showcasing Keith’s range as...
Drake Drops 3 Albums: ‘Iceman,’ ‘Habibti’ and ‘Maid of Honour’
Canadian rapper Drake unleashed a surprise triple‑album drop on May 15, 2026, delivering 43 tracks totaling 149 minutes. The primary release, “Iceman,” is his first solo album since 2025, accompanied by the companion projects “Habibti” and “Maid of Honour.” The...
The Maine Share Surprise New Track ‘Parking Garage Song #5’
The Maine surprised fans by releasing ‘Parking Garage Song #5,’ the intended final track of their tenth studio album, Joy Next Door. The acoustic‑driven song was added after the album’s August launch, positioned as an essential piece rather than a...
Next Wave #1185: Ivy Knight
Ivy Knight, a Brooklyn‑based singer‑songwriter, is set to release her debut album "Iron Mountain," a nine‑track collection that fuses bedroom folk pop with darker, cinematic tones. The record was co‑produced with former classmate Deer Park, who helped weave older songs...
A Faithful Hand: Sam Carter Revisits “Canadee-I-O” For New Nic Jones Tribute Album
Sam Carter announced a live tribute album, *Sam Carter Sings Nic Jones: Live At Celtic Connections*, slated for release on 26 June 2026 through Captain Records. The recording captures his January 2026 performance at Celtic Connections and features a fresh take on Nic...
Super Sometimes Celebrate Release Of Debut Album ‘Show The World What’s Underneath’ With Title Track Music Video
Super Sometimes released their debut album “Show The World What’s Underneath” on May 15, accompanied by a new music video for the title track. The record drops via Pure Noise Records and showcases the trio’s take on modern pop‑punk. Band...
South London Quintet Y: “We Don’t Overthink Anything Too Much”
South London quintet Y emerged from pandemic lockdown, channeling 80s‑inflected dance‑punk into a tight five‑piece. Founders Adam Brennan and Sophie Coppin write and demo new songs daily, drawing on a deep network of local indie venues like The Windmill. Their...
Adam Ross – Bring On The Apathy
Adam Ross released his third solo album, *Bring On the Apathy*, on May 15, 2026 via the independent label Fika Recordings. The record mixes witty, socially‑aware lyrics with folk‑pop melodies reminiscent of Belle and Sebastian and mid‑60s Dylan. Guest musicians from his...