Caroline Rose Shares Fan-Favourite Song ‘Yip Yip Yow’
Caroline Rose has finally released the studio version of “Yip Yip Yow,” a track she first performed during a 2015 NPR Tiny Desk session. The song, a fan favorite for a decade, is now out on her newly founded label, SUCK Records. Rose says the lyrics capture a decade‑long sense of being out of sync with time, place, and identity, and she finally felt comfortable sharing its simple, nonsensical charm. The release gives listeners a polished version of a beloved live staple.
AMORPHIS Announce "Borderland Tour 2027" Dates With INSOMNIUM And UNTO OTHERS
Finnish progressive metal band Amorphis has unveiled its European “Borderland Tour 2027,” kicking off on Jan 22 in Hamburg and concluding on Feb 14 in Tilburg. The tour features fellow Finnish act Insomnium and Dutch outfit Unto Others as supporting bands, covering...
Sir Richard Bishop Announces ‘Hillbilly Erotica’ and Shares “Finger, Tennessee”
Sir Richard Bishop returns to Drag City with the album *Hillbilly Erotica*, slated for a July 31, 2026 release. The record comprises eight fully improvised acoustic guitar pieces, highlighted by the lead single “Finger, Tennessee” and its self‑directed video. Bishop frames the...
Kneecap’s Remarkable Sound of Righteous Fury
Kneecap’s new album *Fenian* pushes the Irish‑language rap trio from party‑fuelled protest to a mature, genre‑spanning statement against British imperialism. The record blends gangsta rap, UK rave, post‑punk and Detroit hip‑hop, while reclaiming the term “Fenian” as a symbol of...
Keith Richards Dismisses Possibility of a 2026 Stones Tour
The Rolling Stones will release their new album *Foreign Tongues* on July 10, 2024, but guitarist Keith Richards ruled out a supporting tour in 2026, saying the band is focused on finishing the record. Lead singer Mick Jagger, 82, indicated he...
Thundercat’s Humor Undermines an Otherwise Radiant LP
Thundercat’s 2024 album *Distracted* builds on the smooth, soulful direction he established with 2020’s *It Is What It Is*, delivering lush basslines, falsetto‑driven vocals, and a star‑studded roster that includes Mac Miller, Tame Impala, and A$AP Rocky. The production, co‑handled by Greg Kurstin, blends...
Linda Perry to Join Joel Madden on Ep. 165 of Artist Friendly
Alternative Press announced that Grammy‑winning songwriter and producer Linda Perry will appear on episode 165 of the Artist Friendly podcast with Joel Madden. Perry, famed for writing 4 Non Blondes’ “What’s Up?” and producing hits for Gwen Stefani, Miley Cyrus...
Radiohead’s ‘A Moon Shaped Pool’ Is Gorgeous and Moving
Radiohead’s seventh studio album, A Moon Shaped Pool, arrived in May 2016 to widespread acclaim, praised for its lush orchestration and emotional depth. The record showcases Thom Yorke’s haunting vocals layered over strings and ambient textures, marking a mature evolution...
Watch Joseph Decosimo Performing “Cumberland Gap” + UK Tour This Month – May 2026
Joseph Decosimo, the Durham‑based fiddler and banjoist known for his psychedelic take on old‑time music, has released a solo guitar rendition of the Appalachian classic “Cumberland Gap” using a banjo‑style tuning. The video, filmed in his backyard, highlights his deep study...
Jolanda Moletta Showcases the Female Voice’s Power
Jolanda Moletta’s third album, *Oceanine*, expands her vocal‑only approach by pairing each track with a distinct female vocalist, while the underlying soundscape remains built entirely from her own layered voice. The record, described as a distinctly feminist musical practice, weaves...
Today In Hip Hop History: DMX Dropped His Debut Album ‘It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot’ 28 Years Ago
DMX’s debut album *It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot* dropped on May 12, 1998, moving 251,000 copies in its first week and debuting at number one on the Billboard 200. It earned quadruple‑platinum status by December 2000, cementing its commercial clout. Arriving amid hip‑hop’s post‑Tupac/Biggie...
#SHOWBIZ: Amy Search Downplays 'Raja Rock' Title, Says Fans Should Decide
Veteran Malaysian rock icon Datuk Suhaimi Abdul Rahman, known as Amy Search, dismissed the “Raja Rock Negara” title during a press event for the comedy film “5 Bomoh.” He emphasized that he focuses on sincere artistry rather than titles, leaving judgment...
"Men Could Make You Feel Like You Were Really Silly for Even Trying." Heart's Ann Wilson Recalls the Sexism of...
Ann Wilson, co‑founder of Heart, is fronting a new documentary, *Ann Wilson – In My Voice*, which debuted on May 11 in Seattle. The film blends home movies, photographs, and never‑seen concert footage to chart her rise from a Beatle‑obsessed child to a rock icon. Wilson uses...
Tour News: The Weeknd’s Five-Year Tour to End in Asia
Live Nation confirmed that The Weeknd’s five‑year After Hours ‘Til Dawn Tour will conclude with an 11‑show Asian leg later this year, kicking off on 20 September in Tokyo and wrapping on 4 November in Kuala Lumpur. The tour, which began in...
‘The UK Albums Chart Has Stopped Measuring the Future of Music.’
Kenny Gates argues that the UK Albums Chart no longer measures new music momentum because legacy compilations and greatest‑hits collections dominate the rankings. Streaming rules count every play as album‑equivalent sales, allowing decades‑old catalogues to compete directly with fresh releases....
Baby Queen Offers up New Single ‘Word Vomit’
British indie‑pop artist Baby Queen released her new single “Word Vomit” on May 12, 2026, positioning it as a teaser for her forthcoming project. The track follows March’s “Feel Something” and builds on the momentum from her 2023 debut album Quarter Life...
Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” And ‘GNX’ Temporarily Disappear Online Before Reappearing
Kendrick Lamar’s hit video “Not Like Us” and his 2024 album *GNX* were briefly removed from major streaming and video platforms before reappearing hours later. The takedowns displayed a “removed by uploader” notice, reset view counts to zero, and altered...
Chile’s Lotus Rolls Out Details of New Two-Day Latin Festival
Chile's event promoter Lotus, partnering with Colombian star Juanes, announced the Bamba Festival, a two‑day Latin music event in Santiago on Oct. 24‑25 at Parque O’Higgins. The lineup features headliners Juanes, Marc Anthony, Fito Paez and Carlos Vives, plus emerging acts such as Bomba...
Graham Coxon Has Unearthed Another Lost ‘Castle Park’ Track with ‘Alright’
Graham Coxon is releasing the second lost track from his shelved solo album ‘Castle Park’, titled “Alright”, on 19 June 2026. The song follows the earlier debut of “Billy Says” and arrives alongside reissues of his first two solo albums, ‘The Sky Is Too High’ and ‘The Golden D’. The release kicks off...
Celebrating 59 Years of Jimi Hendrix's Groundbreaking Debut Album 'Are You Experienced'
Jimi Hendrix’s debut album “Are You Experienced” turned 59 on May 12, 1967, marking a watershed moment in rock history. The UK release introduced a groundbreaking blues‑rock fusion, while the later U.S. version added hits like “Purple Haze” and spent...
Eddie Van Halen's 'Eruption' Ranked Second in Guitar World's Greatest Solos List
In July 2022 Guitar World asked its guitarist‑heavy readership to vote on the 50 greatest guitar solos. Eddie Van Halen’s one‑minute‑42‑second instrumental "Eruption" from the 1978 debut album was voted the second‑best solo of all time. The poll highlighted the track’s...
ILHOON Drops Hook-Filled New Single ‘Devil Can Wait’
South Korean singer‑songwriter ILHOON released his first pop‑punk single, “Devil Can Wait,” on May 12, 2026, produced with PakOde. The track channels early‑2000s acts like New Found Glory and Avril Lavigne, delivering hook‑laden choruses and gritty guitars. It serves as...
Wasia Project Announce Debut Album ‘Nocturne’
London‑based sibling duo Wasia Project announced their debut full‑length album Nocturne, set for release on 18 September 2026 via AWAL Recordings. The twelve‑track record, written and recorded primarily over the past year, examines life and identity in a post‑COVID, digitally‑centric world. The...
Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember, Motionless In White & More To Play Furnace Fest 2026
Furnace Fest announced its 2026 lineup, featuring Bring Me The Horizon headlining Sunday with a full performance of their debut album as an anniversary celebration. A Day To Remember will headline Saturday, while Motionless In White, Underoath, Circa Survive, and...
Bloc Party Ready New Album Anatomy of a Brief Romance
British indie rock band Bloc Party announced their upcoming album “Anatomy of a Brief Romance,” produced by legendary pop architect Trevor Horn. The record follows 2022’s “Alpha Games” and is anchored by the new single “Coming on Strong.” It will...
Shearwater Announce “The New World” And Share Antarctica-Filmed “Daydream Unbeliever”
Shearwater announced their ninth album, *The New World*, slated for a July 31 release on the band’s own Polyborus label in partnership with Secretly Distribution. Two singles—"More and More" and the Antarctica‑filmed "Daydream Unbeliever"—have been issued to preview the record. The...
Billie Eilish Just Turned Roblox Into Her Concert Stage
Billie Eilish’s 3D documentary film “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR” was turned into an immersive activation on Roblox’s music hub, The Block, from May 6‑10. The virtual environment recreates her concert stage, allowing fans to explore, role‑play as the...
Luna Lab Is Building a Future for Female Composers
Luna Composition Lab, founded by composers Missy Mazzoli and Ellen Reid in 2016, celebrates its 10th anniversary as a nonprofit that mentors female, nonbinary and gender‑nonconforming composers aged 13‑18. The organization runs a year‑long fellowship for six fellows and a...
Kurt Vile Finds Inspiration in Philadelphia
Indie rocker Kurt Vile is channeling Philadelphia’s streets into his new album, “Philadelphia’s Been Good to Me,” slated for release on May 29 via Verve Records. The record was largely self‑produced in his basement studio, OKV Central, where he works late‑night...
Bloc Party Announce New Album ‘Anatomy of a Brief Romance’
Bloc Party announced their seventh studio album, *Anatomy of a Brief Romance*, slated for release on September 11, 2026. The record will be the inaugural offering from the newly created label cOnTAGIOUS LTD in partnership with Mushroom Music. Produced by veteran...
Elim Chan Joins Wiener Symphoniker as Artistic Partner
Conductor Elim Chan has been appointed Artistic Partner of the Wiener Symphoniker for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons. In this role she will lead ballets and orchestral concerts at the Wiener Konzerthaus and the Musikverein. Chan previously served as principal...
Spotify Introduces “Verified by Spotify”
Spotify is rolling out a "Verified by Spotify" badge that will appear on artist profiles and in search results, signaling that the artist has been vetted for authenticity. The program, currently in beta, requires consistent listener engagement, compliance with platform...
Zara Larsson Is Making Sure ‘Midnight Sun’ Is More Than Just a Moment
Swedish pop star Zara Larsson is turning her 2025 album *Midnight Sun* into a lasting brand with a remix project, *Girl’s Trip*, that pairs each track with high‑profile female collaborators. The album’s lead single “Stateside” topped the Billboard Global 200 and reached No. 6 on...
Britten Pears Arts Announces Summer at Snape’s 2026 Lineup
Britten Pears Arts unveiled its 2026 Summer at Snape program, featuring a series of classical voice events across August. Mezzo‑soprano Niamh O’Sullivan will open the season on August 2 with the Fantasia Orchestra, followed by a production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s...
Laurie Anderson with Sexmob – Let X=X (Live)
Laurie Anderson’s new live album Let X=X, released by Nonesuch, captures the full theatricality of her recent tour with New York jazz quartet Sexmob. The record groups songs around technology, angels, familial loss, and late‑stage capitalism, while updating familiar tracks...
Gracie Abrams Details New Album ‘Daughter From Hell’
Gracie Abrams announced her third studio album, Daughter From Hell, slated for release on July 17. The record is co‑produced and co‑written with longtime collaborator Aaron Dessner, and its lead single “Hit the Wall” drops on May 14. Abrams revealed...
Gracie Abrams Is Your Daughter From Hell
Singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams announced her third studio album, "Daughter From Hell," slated for release on July 17, 2026. The lead single, "Hit the Wall," drops Thursday and marks a reunion with acclaimed producer Aaron Dessner, who helmed her first two...
Counting Sunsets
Ambient‑country trio SUSS released their latest album Counting Sunsets, the newest entry in the Across the Horizon brand that also spans a podcast, compilation series, and a Big Ears Festival jam. By self‑branding as “ambient country,” the group secured algorithmic playlist...
Eurovision 2026: Italy
Italian singer Sal Da Vinci, born Salvatore Michael Sorrentino, captured the Eurovision 2026 stage with his ballad “Per Sempre Sì.” The veteran performer, who previously won Sanremo in 2026 after a 2009 third‑place finish, leveraged his decades‑long career in theater and pop music....
MACEY Announces First Headline Show in Three Years
New Zealand singer‑songwriter MACEY announced his first headline concert in over three years, set for May 15 at Auckland’s Tuning Fork as part of Live Nation’s Next On series. The show coincides with the July 3 release of his sophomore album...
Borderline Announce Australia and New Zealand Tour
Australian‑New Zealand pop‑rock outfit Borderline announced a July tour spanning five New Zealand cities and three Australian venues, coinciding with the June 26 release of their self‑titled debut album on EMPIRE. The band will perform new singles such as “Terrify,” “Tainted,” and...
The Phoebe Bridgers Surprise Shows Are Out of This World
Phoebe Bridges ended a three‑year solo hiatus with a series of surprise pop‑up concerts in towns famed for UFO sightings, starting in Roswell, New Mexico, on May 8 and continuing in Lubbock, Texas, and Little Rock, Arkansas. The shows were kept secret until...
The Inaugural Mentos Fresh Sounds Class of ‘26 Is Here to Help Launch Your Music Career
Rolling Stone AU/NZ and Mentos have launched the inaugural Mentos Fresh Sounds Class of ‘26, a year‑long launchpad that will hand‑pick eight emerging Australian and New Zealand artists. Selected musicians receive editorial coverage, placement on Rolling Stone‑curated playlists, documentary‑style social media...
Body Type Announce Third Album, Share New Single ‘Mulberry’
Australian post‑punk band Body Type announced their third studio album, Tally, slated for release on July 24, 2026 via Poison City Records. The announcement coincides with the debut of the new single “Mulberry,” described as a meditation on self‑dissolution. Tally follows...
Junior H Addresses Corrido Controversy with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum
Junior H appeared alongside President Claudia Sheinbaum at a daily news conference to endorse México Canta, a binational music competition aimed at highlighting regional Mexican talent while moving away from violent corridos. The 25‑year‑old artist reflected on his own controversial...
Lamb of God and Trivium Announce Joint Australia Tour
Lamb of God and Trivium have teamed up for a joint Australian arena tour this October, supported by Scottish metal act Bleed From Within. The five‑date run will hit Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, with tickets hitting the public...
‘We’re Working On Something’: Evanescence’s Amy Lee Teases Australia and New Zealand Tour
Amy Lee hinted that Evanescence is planning a tour of Australia and New Zealand, sparking fan excitement after a Merch Jungle pre‑order bundle offered early ticket access. The band last visited the region in 2025, supporting Metallica and headlining three shows,...
These Festivals Are Turning Historic Landscapes Into Immersive Destination Experiences
Destination festivals across Portugal and Croatia are redefining electronic music events by turning historic sites and natural landscapes into immersive experiences. YARD Festival returns to Setúbal’s Azeitão region, spanning a castle, coastal park, and vineyards, while Gates of Agartha stages...
Xabier Anduaga Encores in ‘Werther’ at Gran Teatre Del Liceu
Tenor Xabier Anduaga made history on May 10 by delivering his first encore at Barcelona’s Gran Teatre del Liceu during a performance of "Werther." After his rendition of "Pourquoi me réveiller," the audience gave a thunderous ovation, prompting the encore of...
Chicago Opera Theater Announces 2026-27 Season
Chicago Opera Theater unveiled its 2026‑27 season, opening with the Chicago premiere of Mario Castelnuovo‑Tedesco’s comic opera “The Importance of Being Earnest” in December 2026, followed by a Glass‑Moran collaboration “The Juniper Tree” in May 2027. The season also features...