Janet Jackson’s ‘Rhythm Nation’ Inducted Into Grammy Hall of Fame: It ‘Fights Bigotry and Promotes Understanding’
Janet Jackson’s 1989 album *Rhythm Nation 1814* was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame at a Beverly Hilton gala on Friday. Jackson delivered an acceptance speech stressing the record’s ongoing fight against bigotry and its role in promoting peace. The 2026 Hall of Fame class also honored iconic works by 2Pac, Radiohead, Alice Coltrane, Eric B. & Rakim and others. The event doubled as a fundraiser for the Grammy Museum’s national education initiatives.
What’s (Likely) Going On with Charley Crockett’s New Album “Clovis”
Charley Crockett surprise‑released his Americana album *Clovis* on April 28, only to have it pulled from streaming services on May 6. The removal follows his public criticism of Island Records, the label that still promotes his prior album *Age of the Ram*,...
ANDREW FREEMAN On His Exit From LAST IN LINE: 'I Was Not Really Given Any Reason At All About What...
Andrew Freeman confirmed he is no longer with Last In Line, describing himself as a free agent after the band’s two‑year inactivity. Drummer Vinny Appice announced the group is actively seeking a new vocalist while a recording deal with earMUSIC remains in...
Isabella D’Oriano Takes First Place at Schmidt Vocal Arts’ Washington Regional Competition
Isabella D’Oriano of Fort Dorchester High School captured first place at Schmidt Vocal Arts' 2025‑26 Washington Regional Competition, earning a $2,500 prize and a spot in the national finals in Sarasota. Addyson Finley and Quinn Fotos took second and third,...
Joyce DiDonato, Sabine Devieilhe, Jamie Barton Star in Oslo Philharmonic’s 2026-27 Season
The Oslo Philharmonic unveiled its 2026‑27 season, spotlighting a series of vocal concerts that run from August 2026 through April 2027. Star singers such as Joyce DiDonato, Sabine Devieilhe, Jamie Barton, and Kathleen O’Mara will appear alongside the orchestra and choirs, performing works ranging...
Amy Grant’s Mom's Final Breath Inspired a Powerful New Song
Amy Grant returned with *The Me That Remains*, her first album of original material in 13 years, dropping on May 8. The ten‑track record includes “The Other Side of Goodbye,” a ballad inspired by her mother’s final moments in hospice care....
What to Expect From Robert Plant's 2026 Summer Tour
Robert Plant is embarking on a 2026 summer tour to promote his new album *Saving Grace*, which reached No. 4 on the U.K. charts. The itinerary starts with a South American leg in May, covering multiple cities in Argentina and Brazil, before...
This Stoner Rock Band Helped a Legendary SNL Cast Member Revive an Iconic Character During Their Musical Guest Performance
In 2005 Queens of the Stone Age appeared as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live’s 30th season, sharing the stage with host Will Ferrell. During their performance of “Little Sister,” Ferrell revived his Gene character from the classic Blue...
A Beloved Indie Worrier Is Back, Chiller Than Ever
Australian indie rocker Courtney Barnett has returned with her ninth studio album, “Creature of Habit,” after relocating to Los Angeles in 2024. The record deepens her trademark lo‑fi, self‑reflective songwriting, tackling anxiety and the paradox of creating art versus living it....
Jasmine Sandlas Lived on Food Stamps in US, Father Died the Year She Made It Big but She Never Quit
Jasmine Sandlas, a Punjabi‑American singer, grew up on food stamps after immigrating from India, enduring language barriers and cramped housing. Her breakout came in 2014 with the Bollywood hit “Yaar Na Miley,” which propelled her to fame just as her father passed...
Teyana Taylor Enlists Wale for Sultry “Bed of Roses” Remix
Teyana Taylor released a remix of her single “Bed of Roses” featuring rapper Wale, dropping today on Def Jam Recordings. The track follows their live debut at the 2026 Billboard Women In Music ceremony, where Taylor received the Visionary Award....
"I Always Go Back to the Early 1970s because Those Sounds Are Timeless, Even Though They’re From Before I...
Norwegian keyboard virtuoso Lars Fredrik Frøislie’s second solo album, *Gamle Mester* (2025), is a homage to 1970s progressive rock, built entirely around vintage analogue instruments such as Mellotron, Hammond organ, Minimoog and a harpsichord. He assembled the gear by purchasing...
Blxst Announces New Self-Produced Album ‘Labor of Love’
Grammy‑nominated rapper Blxst announced his next album, Labor of Love, slated for June 12 2026 via EMPIRE. Unlike his 2024 narrative‑driven project, the new record is fully self‑produced and draws on his experiences as a father balancing fame and family. A trailer...
Taj Mahal’s New Album, ‘Time,’ Keeps the Blues Looking Ahead
Legendary blues artist Taj Mahal, turning 84 on May 17, has released his latest album “Time.” The record continues his decades‑long practice of fusing traditional blues with sounds from India, Mali, Jamaica, and other world musics. Recorded with a roster of diaspora...
Charli XCX, Rolling Stones: 8 Songs We’re Talking About This Week
This week’s music roundup highlights Charli XCX’s genre‑bending single “Rock Music,” Paul McCartney’s new album *The Boys of Dungeon Lane* featuring Ringo Starr on “Home to Us,” and the Rolling Stones’ fresh track “In the Stars” from their upcoming July 10 album *Foreign...
Odds Surge for Yeat, 21 Savage, and Carti on Drake’s ‘Iceman’
Drake’s ninth studio album *Iceman* is slated for May 15, and VegasInsider.com has published betting odds for potential guest appearances. Yeat leads the pack with a +150 line (40% implied probability), followed by 21 Savage and Playboi Carti at +400 each. OVO regulars...
San Francisco Opera to Present ‘Il Barbiere Di Siviglia’ with Two Casts
The San Francisco Opera launches its 2026 summer season with Rossini’s Il Barbiere di Siviglia, running from May 28 to June 21. Conductor Benjamin Manis will lead two separate international casts, each covering the title baritone, Rosina, Count Almaviva, and Doctor Bartolo....
Joey Valence & Brae Turn ‘Security’ Into Dance-Rap Chaos on ‘Like A Version’
Joey Valence & Brae delivered a synth‑heavy, dance‑rap rendition of Amyl and the Sniffers’ 2021 punk anthem “Security” on triple j’s renowned “Like A Version” show. Stripping back the original’s pub‑rock guitars, they rebuilt the track around booming low‑end electronics...
Rap Snacks and BlockWork TV Launch National Search for Next Hip Hop Star
Rap Snacks and BlockWork TV have teamed up to launch a six‑city national talent search for unsigned rappers, beginning May 22, 2026 in Atlanta. Each city will select 25 artists, with six overall winners collaborating on a Mixtape Vol. 1 and one national...
Opera Montana Announces 2026-27 Season Featuring Schyler Vargas, Lisa Marie Rogali & John Riesen
Opera Montana announced its 2026‑27 season to celebrate its 50th anniversary, kicking off with the world premiere of Zach Redler, Kelley Rourke and Matt Foss’s new opera “A River Runs Through It.” The production runs from September 18 to October...
Maná, Alejandro Fernández, J Balvin & More to Open the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Mexico
FIFA announced that a star‑studded lineup—including Maná, Alejandro Fernández, J Balvin, Los Ángeles Azules, Belinda, Lila Downs, Danny Ocean and South African act Tyla—will perform at the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City’s Estadio Banorte on June 11....
Hannah Barry on Turning a Peckham Car Park Into a Cultural Hotbed
Ahead of a new season of the Bold Tendencies festival, its founder reflects on its impact for artists and communities
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Super Mario Galaxy / Super Mario Galaxy 2
Super Mario Galaxy and its sequel rewrote Nintendo’s musical playbook by replacing Koji Kondo’s synth‑driven motifs with a 50‑player symphony orchestra. Mahito Yokota, the new music director, spent months redefining the “Essence of Mario” to match the games’ space‑age ambition, blending orchestral grandeur with ambient...
“Owner of a Lonely Heart”
In 1983, Yes revived their waning career with "Owner of a Lonely Heart," a track forged by guitarist Trevor Rabin’s demo riff and producer Trevor Horn’s daring use of the Fairlight CMI sampler. Horn layered synthetic choirs, horn stabs and...
Oasis Documentary to Show First Gallagher Brothers Interview in 25 Years
Oasis brothers Noel and Liam have given their first joint interview in 25 years for a new feature‑length documentary about their 2025 global reunion tour. Disney, in partnership with Sony Music Vision and Magna Studios, will release the film on...
Ballhooter Festival Offers Beefy New Lineup for 2026
The Ballhooter Festival returns to Cheat Mountain’s Snowshoe Resort for a three‑day summer edition on Labor Day weekend, September 4‑6, 2026. Headliners Turnpike Troubadours, 49 Winchester and Morgan Wade will anchor a lineup that also includes Sam Bush, The Record Company and...
DJ Whoo Kid Says Rap Game Needs Drake: ‘When He’s Here, We’re on the Charts’
DJ Whoo Kid told Diverse Mentality that hip‑hop is missing Drake’s chart‑pulling power, noting the Toronto rapper’s recent request to use his drop on a Kendrick Lamar diss track. Whoo Kid highlighted how Drake’s presence historically lifts rap songs onto...
Split Enz Tease New Album Ahead of First Tour in 17 Years: ‘We’d Make a Really Good Record Now’
New Zealand rock pioneers Split Enz have embarked on their first tour in 17 years, kicking off in Auckland before heading to Australia. The band is supporting the tour with a new box set, "Enzyclopedia," and an 18‑month vinyl reissue...
Rare Footage: Remember When Iggy Pop Took a Documentary Crew on a Tour of the Lower East Side in 1993?
In 1993 Dutch filmmaker Bram van Splunteren and a small crew followed Iggy Pop on a nostalgic tour of New York’s Lower East Side. The footage captures Pop pointing out bodegas, streets and landmarks that shaped his early career and the broader...
Mick Jagger Reveals Which Zara Larsson Song Got Him Hooked on Her Music
Mick Jagger told the *Today* show that he’s been a fan of Zara Larsson since her 2018 breakout single “Ruin My Life.” The rock legend’s surprise clip aired alongside Larsson’s promotion of her new remix album *Midnight Sun (Girls Trip)* and...
21 Years Ago Today, Bruce Springsteen Took What Might Be His Most Audacious (And Controversial) Record to No. 1 With...
On May 8, 2005 Bruce Springsteen’s acoustic album *Devils & Dust* debuted at No. 1, marking his seventh chart‑topper and the first to reach the summit without the E Street Band. The record, featuring songs written a decade earlier, earned five Grammy nominations and won Best...
On This Day in 1965, The Rolling Stones Inspired the Greatest Southern Rock Band in History on Their First US...
On May 8, 1965 the Rolling Stones performed at Jacksonville Coliseum, a show that profoundly impacted a young Ronnie Van Zant. Witnessing the Stones’ stage presence and fan frenzy convinced Van Zant to abandon his athletic aspirations and pursue a music career. Inspired by...
Gene Simmons Teases New KISS Song Ahead Of Avatar Show Launch
Gene Simmons announced that KISS has entered the studio and recorded a new song written by guitarist Paul Stanley, marking the band’s first original material since the 2012 Monster album. The group also confirmed plans for avatar‑driven concerts beginning in...
3 Rock Hits From 1976 That Every 70s Kid Can Still Sing From Memory Today
The article highlights three 1976 rock hits—Johnnie Taylor’s “Disco Lady,” Chicago’s “If You Leave Me Now,” and Leo Sayer’s “You Make Me Feel Like Dancing.” Each song topped charts, earned certifications, and remains recognizable to listeners who grew up in...
On This Day in 2015, Rush Kicked Off a Landmark Tour, Taking Fans Back in Time to Their Humble Beginnings
On May 8 2015 Rush opened the 35‑stop R40 tour at Tulsa’s BOK Center, marking 40 years since drummer Neil Peart joined the band. The concert featured a reverse‑chronology setlist that began with 2012’s *Clockwork Angels* and wound down to the debut‑era anthem...
Future Will Perform At 2026 FIFA World Cup For USA’s Opening Ceremony
Rapper Future has been added to the roster of performers for the United States opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The ceremony is scheduled for June 12 at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, will run about 13 minutes and...
BONUS TRACK: New Allison Russell LP, The Mavericks Tribute Tour, and More Roots Music News
Allison Russell announced her third solo album, *In The Hour of Chaos*, set for release on July 10 through Fantasy Records and featuring a roster of twelve guest artists including Norah Jones and Joy Oladokun. The Mavericks will embark on...
Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)
BrooklynVegan launched its weekly Spotify playlist, highlighting 22 newly released tracks spanning indie, pop, punk, and legacy acts. The list includes songs from high‑profile artists such as the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney & Ringo Starr, Charli XCX, and emerging names like RIP Magic and Dazy....
The Weeknd Confessed That He ‘Relates’ to a Famous Comic Book Villain, but Isn’t ‘Out To Destroy the World’
Canadian singer‑songwriter The Weeknd revealed in a 2015 interview that he identifies with the Joker, calling the comic‑book villain his favorite because of the character’s shifting back‑story. He likened his own mysterious public persona to the Joker’s tendency to reveal...
Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week May 2nd – May 8th
Consequence’s weekly "Songs of the Week" roundup spotlights ten new tracks spanning indie‑folk, funk, hip‑hop, indietronic and indie‑rock. Aldous Harding releases “Coats,” the final single ahead of her fifth album, while Chaka Khan returns with the Godzilla‑themed funk anthem “Chakzilla.”...
No Doubt’s Tony Kanal on Las Vegas Sphere Residency, Why They Haven’t Toured in Years and Whether New Music Is...
No Doubt began an 18‑show residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, debuting a two‑hour, four‑act production that chronicles the band’s 40‑year journey. The show mixes classic hits with deep‑cut fan favorites and incorporates extensive archival video curated by longtime documentarian Eric Keyes. Production...
The Rolling Stones Go ‘Back to Black’ With an Amy Winehouse Cover on ‘Foreign Tongues’
The Rolling Stones announced their 25th studio album, *Foreign Tongues*, featuring a cover of Amy Winehouse’s 2006 hit “You Know I’m No Good.” The tracklist was revealed on *The Tonight Show* with Jimmy Fallon, who also performed an a‑capella rendition...
Artist of the Week: Claudia Boyle
Belgian opera house La Monnaie launched the world premiere of Iain Bell’s new opera “Medusa,” starring Irish soprano Claudia Boyle. The production portrays Medusa as a reborn, emotionally nuanced woman surrounded by stone statues of her would‑be conquerors. Boyle, a First...
Psychedelic Furs Cancel Spring and Summer 2026 Tours Due to “Serious Medical Issue”
The Psychedelic Furs have abruptly canceled both their spring and summer 2026 U.S. tours, citing a serious medical issue affecting a band member. The cancellations come just days after the band announced the summer dates with Living Colour and the...
Danylo Matviienko, Carolina Lopez Moreno, Gregory Kunde, Ekaterina Semenchuk, Erika Grimaldi, Johanni Van Oostrum Lead Teatro Regio Di Torino’s 2026-27...
Teatro Regio di Torino unveiled its 2026‑27 season, kicking off on Oct. 27 with Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci and Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana. The program features a mix of staples such as La Traviata, Carmen and Eugene Onegin, alongside rarer works like Iris and...
Juan Diego Flórez, Nadine Sierra, René Pape, Cecilia Bartoli, Franco Fagioli, Josep Bros, Lea Desandre, Magdalena Kožená & David Butt...
The Palau de la Música Catalana unveiled its 2026‑27 season, showcasing a star‑studded lineup that includes Juan Diego Flórez, Nadine Sierra, René Pape, Cecilia Bartoli, Franco Fagioli, Magdalena Kožená and David Butt Philip. The program spans October 2026 through July 2027, mixing baroque operas, Romantic masterpieces, contemporary commissions and large‑scale choral...
French Montana’s Confidence Finally Paid Off During “Verzuz”
French Montana faced Rick Ross in a highly publicized Verzuz showdown and emerged the victor, winning by a clear margin. The win underscored that most of his strongest performances stem from collaborative tracks such as “Lockjaw,” “Unforgettable,” and “Freaks.” While...
STANLEY SIMMONS, Featuring Sons Of KISS's PAUL STANLEY And GENE SIMMONS, Shares Third Single 'Temporary Love'
Stanley Simmons, the collaborative project of Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons—sons of KISS members Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons—released their third single “Temporary Love” and announced their debut album Dancing While The World Is Ending, due August 28. The duo’s...
Young Thug Addresses Rich Homie Quan’s Family After Brother’s Diss
Young Thug used Instagram Stories on May 8 to address Rich Homie Quan’s family after a tribute post sparked criticism from Quan’s brother and close affiliates. He defended his earlier tribute, denied any role in Quan’s death, and expressed continued love for his...
Baby Keem Makes a Big Promise to Fans About His Next Album: ‘We’re Going To Be Coming in Hot’
After a five‑year silence following 2021’s *The Melodic Blue*, Baby Keem returned in February 2026 with the introspective album *CA$INO*, named for his Las Vegas roots. The record delves into personal hardships and aims to empower listeners, marking a stark...