DAVID ELLEFSON On AI-Generated Music: "Things Created On A Computer Don't Have Emotion. They May Be Smart, But They Don't...
Former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson warned that AI‑generated music lacks emotional depth, emphasizing that only human performance can truly connect with listeners. He reiterated that his own recordings, though digitally processed, remain human‑played. Ellefson also said he remains willing to rejoin Megadeth for a farewell tour and hopes past tensions dissolve. Meanwhile, he continues touring with Kings Of Thrash and Metal Church.
Shania Twain Says Forthcoming Album Is About Something She’s “Never Shared” With Fans Before
Country legend Shania Twain announced that her upcoming album will delve into her childhood and personal history, topics she has never shared with fans before. The 60‑year‑old says the record reflects the environment she grew up in and marks a...
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country Unveil First Live Album, ‘Ryman to Robert’s,’ with “Blame the Train”
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country announced its first live album, “Ryman To Robert’s,” slated for release on August 28 through Retrace Music. The double‑disc set compiles the full 18‑song performance at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium and selected cuts from an after‑show at...
This Is Lorelei Just Announced a 2026 Fall Tour
Indie band This Is Lorelei announced its "Singer in My Band" fall 2026 tour, launching on September 22 in Columbus, Ohio. The itinerary blends headlining dates with opening slots for Bleachers across the Midwest, followed by solo shows supported by Colin...
Sondre Lerche Announces New Album & Tour, Shares “Little Kids”
Norwegian singer‑songwriter Sondre Lerche announced his first album in four years, *Acrobats*, slated for release on August 21 through PLZ/Virgin. The record was recorded across nine studios, features string arrangements by Sean O’Hagan of The High Llamas, and is led by...
This Is Lorelei Have Signed to Matador and Announced a UK Tour
This Is Lorelei, the project of New York songwriter Nate Amos, has signed a recording contract with Matador Records and announced a headline tour across the UK and Ireland for November 2026. The tour will culminate with a London show...
Pixies Unveil ‘Complete B-Sides: 1988-97’ Reissue
Pixies' 2001 compilation Complete B‑Sides: 1988‑97 is getting its first vinyl pressing, remastered for a 26 June 2026 release. The reissue will also be issued as a double‑CD, preserving the original 25‑track lineup of rare B‑sides and live cuts. The collection spans...
PEARL JAM, EDDIE VEDDER & FRIENDS, BILLY IDOL, BAD RELIGION Set For 10th-Anniversary Edition Of OHANA FESTIVAL
The Ohana Festival marks its 10th anniversary with a three‑day lineup at Doheny State Beach, featuring headliners Pearl Jam, Eddie Vedder & Friends, Billy Idol and Bad Religion among more than 30 acts. The event runs September 25‑27 and offers...
68 Years Ago, The Everly Brothers Started a Four-Week Run at No. 1 With a Song Penned by a Famed...
On May 12, 1958 the Everly Brothers’ “All I Have To Do Is Dream” surged to No. 1 on Billboard’s Best Sellers in Stores chart and simultaneously topped the country, R&B, Top 100 and Most Played by Jockeys charts. The song, penned by husband‑wife...
Walt Disco Have Returned with “Horny, Chaotic” New Single ‘Coup De Foudre’
Glasgow indie outfit walt disco has returned with the single “Coup de foudre,” their first release on EMI North. The track leans into a faster, 2000s dance‑floor aesthetic, described by frontperson Jocelyn as “horny, chaotic,” and blends Yeah Yeah Yeahs‑style...
Pearl Jam Announce First Concert Since Matt Cameron Departed at Ohana Festival
Pearl Jam will headline the Ohana Festival in Dana Point, California, marking the band’s first live appearance since longtime drummer Matt Cameron left in July 2025. The three‑day, 10‑year anniversary event runs Sept. 25‑27 and features a diverse roster including Eddie...
Pixies Are Celebrating 40 Years with a Remastered Reissue of ‘Complete B-Sides: 1988-97’
The Pixies are issuing a remastered version of their 2001 compilation ‘Complete B‑Sides: 1988‑97’ on June 26, 2026 through 4AD. The set will debut on vinyl for the first time, offered in double‑black and double‑clear LP formats alongside a double...
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What It’s Like Backstage on Luke Combs’ Tour [Exclusive]
Country star Luke Combs’ My Kinda Saturday Night Tour is being lauded for its exceptional backstage environment, with opener Ty Myers praising the crew’s hospitality and five‑course meals that even include daily hot‑dog livestreams. The tour’s emphasis on fan‑friendly service...
‘Wanderstop’ Soundtrack to Get Vinyl Release
Wanderstop, the cozy tea‑shop simulation released in March 2025, is getting its first physical editions for Nintendo Switch ($49.99) and PlayStation 5 ($39.99) with stickers and a fold‑out poster, shipping August 28, 2026. The game’s lo‑fi soundtrack by C418 will also be issued...
Sea Shanties Actually Help People Work Together Better
A team of cognitive scientists at Central European University published evidence that work songs, such as sea shanties, can eradicate the phenomenon known as joint rushing—when groups unintentionally speed up a shared task. In controlled lab tests, pairs of participants...
3 Rock Hits From 1974 That Every 70s Kid Can Still Sing From Memory Today
An article by Gayle Thompson highlights three 1974 rock singles that remain cultural touchstones: Eric Clapton’s cover of “I Shot The Sheriff,” Rufus’s “Tell Me Something Good,” and Andy Kim’s “Rock Me Gently.” Clapton’s version earned multi‑platinum sales and Grammy Hall...
Video Premiere: Achryma – “Hollowlight”
Belgian post‑black metal collective Achryma has quietly emerged, unveiling its debut EP Hollowlight in March and now premiering a stark black‑and‑white video for the title track. The quartet, composed of members from several established European metal acts, self‑produced the EP...
SLAYER Exclusive "Hell Awaits" (40th Anniversary Edition) Vinyl Box Sets & More Available For Pre-Order
Slayer is commemorating the 40th anniversary of its seminal 1985 album Hell Awaits with a series of deluxe physical releases. Fans can pre‑order a 3×12‑inch vinyl box set featuring fire‑splatter vinyl, a restored original master, and an unreleased full live...
On This Day in 1968, the Rolling Stones Played Their Final Show With Their Founding Guitarist
On May 12, 1968 the Rolling Stones performed their final concert with founding guitarist Brian Jones at the NME Pollwinners’ Concert in Wembley’s Empire Pool. The two‑song set—"(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction" and the unreleased "Jumpin’ Jack Flash"—marked Jones’ last appearance before his dismissal in June 1969 and his death...
Fakemink Addresses Rolling Loud Set Critics, Cites Unknown “Health Conditions”
UK artist Fakemink’s high‑profile Rolling Loud set drew sharp criticism after clips showed a sluggish performance and off‑beat choreography. The rapper defended himself on Tumblr, citing a grueling schedule of four to five shows per week and undisclosed health conditions that...
Interpol Sign to Partisan for New Album: “We Feel in Ideal Company on Every Level”
Interpol announced they have signed to Partisan Records for their upcoming eighth studio album, following teasers of two new songs, “See Out Loud” and “Wings Of Fire.” The band said the partnership puts them “in ideal company on every level”...
The Beach Boys’ The Smile Sessions Reviewed – an Odyssey on a Vast Scale
The Beach Boys’ "The Smile Sessions" is a 5‑CD deluxe box that reconstructs Brian Wilson’s legendary, unfinished 1967 album "Smile". Produced by archivists Mark Linett and Alan Boyd, the set assembles 19 tracks, isolated vocal and instrumental takes, and a...
Soffel’s New Album ‘Even Oceans Fall Apart’ Is A Real Journey
Ukrainian‑born artist Soffel has released her sophomore album, *Even Oceans Fall Apart*, expanding on the dark‑pop foundation of her 2025 debut *MOONLIGHT WHISPERS*. The record fuses frosty cold‑wave synths with orchestral layers, drawing sonic parallels to OMD, La Roux, Billie Eilish...
XPoNential Music Festival 2026 Lineup: Dawes, Little Feat, Cyril Neville Plays Dead & More
The XPoNential Music Festival announced its 2026 lineup, set for September 18‑20 at Camden’s Wiggins Park Riverstage. Headliners Dawes, Little Feat, and Portugal. The Man will anchor a three‑day slate that also features St. Paul and The Broken Bones, Rebirth Brass Band, and a Cyril Neville tribute...
“I Wanted Happy Music” – Album By Album with The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson
In a 2006 Uncut interview, Brian Wilson revisits six pivotal Beach Boys albums—from the surf‑era Surfin’ Safari to the synth‑laden Love You—offering candid reflections on songwriting, production, and his evolving artistic vision. He credits early mentor Gary Usher, describes Pet...
The Rolling Stones Will Not Tour in 2026
The Rolling Stones announced their next studio album, Foreign Tongues, slated for a July 10 release on Capitol Records. Produced by Andrew Watt, the record follows 2023’s Hackney Diamonds and includes guest spots from Paul McCartney, Robert Smith, Steve Winwood and...
BLACK VEIL BRIDES Announce Second North American Leg Of 'Vindicatour' For August/September 2026
BLACK VEIL BRIDES have announced the second North American leg of their "Vindicatour" for August‑September 2026, supporting their newly released seventh studio album "Vindicate." The 16‑city trek kicks off in Phoenix on August 27 and concludes in Montclair, New Jersey on September 27,...
Here Are the Lyrics to Bryan Andrews' Song 'Yeehaw'
Bryan Andrews dropped his new single “Yeehaw” on May 8, 2024, swapping his usual pop‑rap style for a ’70s outlaw‑country sound. The track directly attacks modern country artists who co‑opt the outlaw image without embracing its historic protest roots. Andrews, a...
This New Book Finally Sums Up The UK’s 00s Indie Scene
Janine Warren’s new book, *The World Was a Mess But His Hair Was Perfect: The Last Indie Music Scene 2000‑2010*, chronicles the UK indie resurgence from 2000 to 2010. Drawing on her experience as publicist for acts like Bloc Party, Franz Ferdinand...
Dave Matthews Band Welcome Fiddler Jake Renick Simpson, Play “Snow Outside” For First-Time Since 2015 and Debut “All That I...
Dave Matthews Band performed at Austin’s Moody Center, featuring guest fiddler Jake Renick Simpson on several songs. The set included a rare revival of "Snow Outside," the first time the track was played since September 2015, ending a 481‑show gap....
Legendary THE WHO Singer ROGER DALTREY Announces 2026 U.S. Solo Tour 'A Great Night Out'
Sir Roger Daltrey, freshly knighted and fresh from The Who’s farewell tour, has announced a 20‑date solo trek across the United States called “A Great Night Out,” running from August 23 to September 29, 2026. The shows will feature the...
Blast Worship: Common Decency
Boston‑area grindcore outfit Common Decency, hailing from Binghamton, NY, has dropped a new split with Self Love on Rat Mix Records. The release channels early‑2000s powerviolence aggression with jagged stop‑start riffs and a vocal delivery described as a drunk little‑league...
Marshall Unveil Cosmic Jimi Hendrix 60th Anniversary Collection: New Velvet-Covered Bluetooth Speaker and Amp Bundle Now Available
Marshall Amplification has launched a limited‑edition collection to mark the 60th anniversary of Jimi Hendrix’s first plug‑in to a Marshall amp. The range includes a velvet‑covered Acton III Bluetooth speaker priced at $299.99 and a JMH Half Stack amp paired with...
GENE SIMMONS's 'Legends Of Rock Expo' To Feature GEEZER BUTLER, STEWART COPELAND And DAVE DAVIES
Gene Simmons is launching the Legends Of Rock Expo, a three‑day fan festival in Las Vegas from September 25‑27 at Westgate Resort & Casino. The lineup boasts rock legends such as Geezer Butler, Stewart Copeland and Dave Davies, alongside Simmons’ own...
Saosin Announce Self-Titled 20th Anniversary Tour
Saosin announced a 20th‑anniversary tour for their self‑titled album, launching on Oct. 23 in Anaheim and running through Dec. 28 across 26 U.S. cities. The shows will feature support from Silent Planet, Like Moths to Flames and Save Us, and are preceded by...
HYBE X Geffen Reveals New Girl Group After KATSEYE
HYBE and Geffen Records introduced Saint Satine, a four‑member multinational girl group, after the finale of the Japanese survival show World Scout: The Final Piece. The lineup—Emily (USA), Lexie (Sweden), Samara (Brazil) and 16‑year‑old Sakura (Japan)—debuted the single “PARTY b4 the...
Show Me The Body Announce New LP ‘Alone Together,’ Share “No God”
Brooklyn‑based hardcore outfit Show Me The Body announced their fourth studio album, *Alone Together*, slated for release on July 10 through Loma Vista. The record was crafted with producers Klas Åhlund and Kenneth Blume III, and already features the single “Dance in...
Album Review – Bobby Dove’s “Fortune Teller”
Bobby Dove’s third album, Fortune Teller, merges classic country sensibilities with Americana storytelling, creating a vivid travelogue of a touring musician’s search for love, place, and purpose. Highlights include the outlaw‑styled “Trans Canadian Blues,” a heartfelt duet with Jim Lauderdale...
Journey Adds New 'Final Frontier' Tour Dates
Journey announced 40 new concerts for its "Final Frontier" farewell tour, extending the run from September 12 in Los Angeles to November 28 in San Francisco. Ticket sales begin May 15, with an early presale for Citi cardholders on May...
Kacey Musgraves Is Bringing the ‘Middle of Nowhere’ Tour to the UK Next Year
Kacey Musgraves announced a UK arena tour for February 2027, her first British dates since the 2024 Deeper Well leg. The three‑city run will hit Glasgow’s OVO Hydro, Manchester’s AO Arena and London’s OVO Arena Wembley, returning to the venue after a 2018 show....
SOFY Announces Debut Album ‘How To Perform Magic’
UK alt‑pop artist SOFY is set to release her debut album, *How To Perform Magic*, on September 25, 2024. After early viral success, she retreated from the spotlight to combat burnout and wrote the record largely from her Camden flat with...
‘Everything Is Dead’: Why Tyler, the Creator Is Fine With Gatekeeping (And Why the Gate Doesn’t Even Faze Him)
Tyler, the Creator says gatekeeping isn’t a flaw but a choice, arguing that not everything needs to be universally accessible. He applauds fans who accept missing out and stay within their own cultural bubbles. While he’s lax about music, he...
Exclusive: Sub Sun Catch Up With Geese Ahead of Their New Sunglasses Collaboration
Premium eyewear label Sub Sun has partnered with New York band Geese to launch a limited‑edition sunglasses collection. The drop consists of 900 black‑and‑silver “bug‑eye” frames, each engraved with the band’s signature and available for pre‑order starting May 12 at 17:45 BST on...
Queen Latifah Joins ‘The Voice’ As Coach For Season 30
NBC’s flagship singing competition The Voice is expanding its coaching panel for Season 30, adding Grammy‑winner Queen Latifah as the fourth coach. She joins returning veterans Kelly Clarkson and Adam Levine, alongside newcomer Riley Green, marking Latifah’s first regular coaching role after guest‑judge...
Downtown’s CD Baby Launches ‘Full-Service’ Artist Program Offering Marketing, Distribution, and Financial Support for 10 Indie Acts in 2026
CD Baby, the artist‑direct arm of Downtown Music, unveiled the Stages Selects program, a full‑service offering that will support ten independent musicians through 2026. The package delivers priority distribution, targeted DSP marketing, paid digital‑campaign funding and strategic release guidance, with...
Chicago’s Body Shop Will Make You Sweat and Think
Chicago’s industrial‑dance punk outfit Body Shop has dropped its new EP *Sex Body*. The record mixes harsh industrial beats, club‑ready dance rhythms and punk aggression while foregrounding breathy vocals and a deliberately intimate live vibe. Band members stress that the...
In the Deep End With Taj Mahal
Veteran blues icon Taj Mahal, now 84, has issued his latest album *Time*, marking his first collaboration in 18 years with the Phantom Blues Band. The record includes a never‑released Bill Withers composition, underscoring Mahal’s knack for unearthing hidden gems....
Nothing Pick Their Bandcamp Favorites
Philadelphia shoegaze veterans Nothing have released their latest album *a short history of decay*, expanding their sound with drum‑and‑bass beats and Radiohead‑style art pop. The band’s third‑annual Slide Away Festival will tour three U.S. cities, pairing legacy acts like Hum...
This Irish Trio Are the Loudest Band I've Seen in 40 Years of Gig-Going. You'll Be Hearing More From Them,...
Irish noise‑rock trio Bucket has earned a reputation as the loudest live act the author has witnessed in four decades, highlighted by their debut headline show in London. Their newly released five‑track EP *Mosiac* amplifies their abrasive, genre‑bending sound, drawing...
Caroline Rose Has Launched SUCK Records with the Long-Awaited Release of ‘Yip Yip Yow’
Caroline Rose has launched an independent imprint, SUCK Records, debuting it with the long‑awaited single “Yip Yip Yow.” The track, produced by John Congleton, finally materialized after a decade of being performed live but never recorded. Rose’s catalog now includes...