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Félicia Atkinson Reinvents a Cult Horror Score for New Album
French composer Félicia Atkinson is releasing a new album, Sans Visage, that reimagines Georges Franju’s cult horror film score from Les Yeux Sans Visage. A single, “Les Yeux II,” debuted ahead of the full record, which arrives on June 26 as a 34‑minute excerpt of a 90‑minute composition. The project is dedicated to French rape survivor Gisèle Pelicot, whose trial inspired Atkinson’s focus on empowerment. It follows her recent collaboration with Christina Vantzou on Reflections Vol. 3: Water Poems.
ABLATION Team Up With FRANK MULLEN (Ex-SUFFOCATION) On "Victim Kink"
Ablation, a new death‑metal supergroup, released its second single “Victim Kink” featuring former Suffocation frontman Frank Mullen. The track is part of the upcoming debut album Lethal Abuse, slated for May 29 on Iron Fortress Records. Mullen also appears on another...
2 Years Ago, the World Lost the Man Responsible for Shaping the Sound of 1990s Rock as We Know It
Steve Albini, the legendary recording engineer who defined the raw, analog sound of 1990s rock, died on May 7, 2024. He engineered seminal albums such as Nirvana’s *In Utero*, Pixies’ *Surfer Rosa*, and The Breeders’ *Pod*, championing natural room acoustics...
Hong Kong Professional Vocalists Association Brings Bizet’s ‘Le Docteur Miracle’ to French May 2026
The Hong Kong Professional Vocalists Association (HKPVA) will stage a reimagined version of Georges Bizet’s one‑act opera “Le Docteur Miracle” as part of French May 2026. The score has been re‑orchestrated by Marco Iannelli for a smaller chamber ensemble, emphasizing...
G. Schirmer & Wise Music Group Sign Métis-French Canadian Composer Ian Cusson
G. Schirmer and Wise Music Group have inked a publishing agreement with Canadian composer Ian Cusson, whose Métis‑French‑Canadian heritage informs his operatic and orchestral output. The deal precedes the world premiere of his new opera “Empire of Wild” at the Canadian Opera...
Indeterminacy Festival to Present World Premiere of ‘Directions for Making a Round Ark’
The Indeterminacy Festival will stage the world premiere of “Directions for Making a Round Ark,” a new chamber opera that reimagines a Babylonian flood myth predating Noah’s story. The three‑part work features soprano Alexandra Lang, tenor Michael Anderson and bass Bert K. Johnson, backed...
Classical Uprising Presents World of Sarah Kirkland Snider’s ‘Penelope’
Classical Uprising will stage Sarah Kirkland Snider’s song cycle “Penelope” during the Portland Bach Experience, featuring mezzo‑soprano Lauren Kelley with a string quintet and percussion. The work sets Ellen McLaughlin’s feminist‑inflected text drawn from Homer’s Odyssey, portraying Penelope’s 20‑year wait for...
Blackberry Smoke Enlist Jamey Johnson, Steve Earle, Margo Price and More for High Tide Getaway in Mexico
Southern rock outfit Blackberry Smoke is launching its second‑annual High Tide Getaway, a concert‑vacation at the all‑inclusive Dreams Sapphire Resort in Puerto Morelos, Mexico, from Dec 4‑8 2026. The event will feature three performances by the host band plus a star‑studded lineup...
Avett Brothers and Mike Patton Perform “Disappearing” On Jimmy Kimmel Live: Watch
The Avett Brothers teamed with Mike Patton under the AVTT/PTTN moniker to perform their single “Disappearing” on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The appearance coincides with a U.S. tour that runs through June 20 in Waukegan, Illinois, promoting their self‑titled debut album released...
Dove Ellis, Bb Trickz, Liim, Zack Fox and More Join Line-Up for Tyler, The Creator’s Two-Day Takeover at All Points...
Tyler, The Creator will headline a two‑day takeover at London’s All Points East festival on August 28‑29, 2026, following the surprise release of his ninth album, “Don’t Tap The Glass.” The expanded bill adds emerging acts such as Dove Ellis,...
These Are the 20 Best Guitarists in Country Music
The article spotlights the 20 best guitarists shaping country music, blending iconic pioneers such as Chet Atkins, Merle Travis and Jerry Reed with contemporary talents like Keith Urban, Brad Paisley and emerging artists Lindsay Ell and Ben Gallaher. It emphasizes...
Watch the All-American Rejects Break Down “Dirty Little Secret”
All‑American Rejects sat down with Genius to dissect their 2005 hit “Dirty Little Secret,” discussing its ambiguous lyrics and the song’s role in shaping their polished pop‑rock sound. Vocalist Tyson Ritter describes the track as a teenage confession about a...
Harry Styles Discos All the Time, School Assemblies Occasionally in ‘Dance No More’ Video
Harry Styles debuted the "Dance No More" video ahead of his "Together, Together" residency, turning a school gym into a coordinated dance floor. The clip, directed by Colin Solal Cardo, visualizes the communal vibe of his new album *Kiss All the Time. Disco,...
Emily Scott Robinson Is a Mountain Muse on Her New Album ‘Appalachia’
Emily Scott Robinson releases her fifth LP, Appalachia, on Oh Boy Records. The album blends sorrowful and uplifting folk, reflecting personal upheavals—divorce, engagement, stepparenthood—and the 2024 Hurricane Helene devastation in western North Carolina. Produced by Josh Kaufman at Dreamland Recording Studios, it...
Qendresa Returns With Double Single ‘Rain In July / Be The One’
North West London artist Qendresa released a double A‑side single, “Rain In July / Be The One,” continuing her retro‑referential R&B sound. The tracks explore a fading relationship with otherworldly synths and haunting vocals. Accompanying visuals, created with multidisciplinary artist...
Treaty Oak Revival Expands West Texas Degenerate Tour 2026
Treaty Oak Revival announced an expanded West Texas Degenerate Tour 2026, adding summer dates starting July 24 at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles and a fall leg ending November 13 at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion near Houston. The band will tour 20...
Semibreve Announces First Wave of Artists for 2026
Portuguese electronic music festival Semibreve will take place in Braga from October 22‑25, 2026. The festival announced its first wave of artists, featuring avant‑garde collaborations such as Christian Fennesz and Oscar Jockel’s *Saffron on Grey*, modular‑synth work by Qasim Naqvi,...
JAMES LABRIE Says DREAM THEATER Are Preparing To Work On Their Next Record In "Late '26 Or Early '27"
Dream Theater vocalist James LaBrie revealed that the band expects to begin writing and recording their next studio album in late 2026 or early 2027, after completing their current world tour in mid‑May 2026. The tour, which started in October 2024,...
Interview: Inspidus Talk ‘Nearest Dusk,’ Artistic Expression, and Busking
Denver‑based indie metal outfit Insipidus has self‑released their new album *Nearest Dusk*, recorded at 2839 Studios with producer Drew Smith in 2025. The band handled every aspect of the launch—from songwriting and production to artwork, merch, and guerrilla‑style promotion that...
Diljit Dosanjh on Jimmy Fallon: A History Lesson in Canada’s Mistreatment of Immigrants
Punjabi star Diljit Dosanjh appeared on Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight Show to promote his new album Aura and North American tour, but pivoted to recount the 1914 Komagata Maru incident, when 376 Indian passengers were denied entry to Canada. The interview...
Jane Fonda, Patti Smith, Rufus Wainwright to Gather in Celebration of the First Amendment in NYC
Hollywood icons Jane Fonda, Patti Smith, Rufus Wainwright and others will perform at Rise Up, Sing Out, a free concert streamed June 14 to celebrate the First Amendment. The 90‑minute event, organized by the Committee for the First Amendment, will raise funds for legal and educational initiatives...
Persona 30th Anniversary Jazz Album Vinyl Announced with Pre-Orders Now Live
iam8bit and Atlus have unveiled the Persona 30th Anniversary Jazz Album, a vinyl compilation featuring the Blueshift Big Band’s jazz renditions of iconic Persona tracks. The album is available for pre‑order at $31.99 on iam8bit, with a limited‑edition Blue Butterfly...
Charli Xcx Announces New Single “Rock Music” Dropping Tomorrow
Charli XCX announced the release of her new single “rock music,” dropping tomorrow as the lead track from her forthcoming eighth studio album. A black‑and‑white Instagram teaser shows her stomping on an electric guitar, hinting at a grittier, distorted sound...
How a Passing Comment on the ‘SNL’ Set Convinced the Smashing Pumpkins This 1993 Single Was a Hit
In a 2025 interview, Billy Corgan recalled a fleeting compliment from SNL music director G.E. Smith that convinced him "Cherub Rock" was a hit. The 1993 single, the lead track from Siamese Dream, soon topped charts worldwide, becoming the Smashing Pumpkins'...
Olivia Rodrigo Expands 2026 – 2027 Unraveled World Tour
Olivia Rodrigo has expanded her 2026‑2027 Unraveled World Tour, adding 12 extra shows across the United States and Europe and extending the run to May 10, 2027. New dates include a third Boston concert, five additional Los Angeles shows at the Intuit Dome,...
Chanpan Go Rock On New Single ‘Confessions Part Iii’
Chanpan, a Chinatown‑originated trio from NYC, has dropped the single “confessions part iii,” a gritty rock preview of their upcoming EP “autogratis,” slated for June 25. The track departs from their earlier sound, featuring distorted guitars and punk‑style chants. Production...
Ed Gardner, ‘Force to Be Reckoned With,’ Comes Into His Own
British conductor Ed Gardner, a product of Eton, Cambridge and the Royal Academy, is cementing his role as an ambassador for UK music. He serves as principal conductor of the London Philharmonic and music director of the Norwegian Opera and...
L7 Map 2026 Farewell Tour Dates
L7, the iconic ’90s garage‑rock band, announced the first leg of their "Last Hurrah" farewell tour, covering major U.S. and Canadian markets plus a European stop in Belgium. The tour follows their 2019 comeback album *Scatter the Rats* and the...
Bar Italia Playing NYC Before Montreal’s Osheaga Fest (BV Presale)
London indie trio Bar Italia is returning to North America this summer, kicking off with a New York show at The Ruins in Queens on July 30, followed by a headline slot at Montreal’s Osheaga festival on July 31. Tickets are available...
Great South Bay Music Festival Details Bob Weir Tribute with Members of Infamous Stringdusters, Dark Star Orchestra, Leftover Salmon and...
The Great South Bay Music Festival will take place July 23‑26, 2026 at Shorefront Park in Patchogue, New York. The four‑day event features a diverse roster, from punk‑rock act The Used to jam legends Gov’t Mule and My Morning Jacket....
School Is Back in Session for the Teaches of Peaches
Canadian electroclash pioneer Peaches returns with her first album in over a decade, titled No Lube So Rude. The record’s provocative name is framed as a call for socio‑political smoothing rather than a literal reference to lubricant. In interviews, Peaches...
Festival News: EXIT Makes Montenegro Move
EXIT Festival announced two summer editions in Montenegro, branding the country as the central stop of its 2026 World Tour. The move follows EXIT’s departure from its longtime home in Novi Sad after political pressure, and it enjoys the backing...
Four Chord Music Festival Reveals 2026 Lineup
The Four Chord Music Festival announced its 2026 lineup, headlined by hardcore act Knocked Loose and emo‑pop outfit Pierce the Veil. Celebrating its 12th year, the two‑day event runs Sept. 25‑26 at Pittsburgh’s F.N.B. Stadium. Supporting acts include Underoath, Mayday Parade,...
Blue Lab Beats Unleash New Album ‘The Blue Beats Show’
London production duo Blue Lab Beats released their fifth studio album, “The Blue Lab Beats Show,” celebrating a decade of genre‑bending music. The record traverses highlife, afrobeat, jazz, neo‑soul and electronic textures, and includes guest performances by FourNine, Jamila Woods,...
Why Lynyrd Skynyrd's Legendary 'Free Bird' Still Flies High
Southern‑rock icons Lynyrd Skynyrd will close every show on their upcoming Double Trouble Double Vision tour with Foreigner by performing their signature anthem “Free Bird.” Frontman Johnny Van Zant explained that the song, originally a modest love ballad, was expanded after Duane Allman’s death...
Scotland’s the Sensational Alex Harvey Band’s American Revolution
The Sensational Alex Harvey Band (SAHB) released a hard‑rock single titled “Boston Tea Party” in 1976, coinciding with the United States Bicentennial. The five‑minute track became a surprise hit, reaching #13 on the UK singles chart, and offered the only...
Josiah and the Bonnevilles Display Craft and Vision
Josiah Leming’s latest record, *As Is*, is presented as his artistic arrival, marrying folk roots with polished rock production. The album showcases deft songwriting, vivid imagery, and a vocal range that shifts from gravelly intimacy to soaring confidence. Tracks like...
Conducta Details Breakbeat-Fuelled EP ‘SOUNDBOY JOHNNY’
UK producer Conducta is set to drop the EP “SOUNDBOY JOHNNY” on May 28 through the Up Ya Archives imprint. While known for UK garage, the new record leans heavily into breakbeat and jungle rhythms, reflecting recent shifts in his DJ...
GENE SIMMONS Confirms KISS Has Recorded A New PAUL STANLEY-Written Song: We Are 'In The Studio Now'
Gene Simmons confirmed KISS has recorded a new Paul Stanley‑written song while the band is in the studio. The track is slated for release alongside an avatar‑based KISS experience planned for Las Vegas in 2028, the first U.S. venture for...
Boards Of Canada Share Two New Songs, ‘Introit’ and ‘Prophecy At 1420 MHz’
Boards of Canada have unveiled two new songs, “Introit” and “Prophecy At 1420 MHz,” as the first cuts from their upcoming album *Inferno*. The tracks follow a standalone YouTube release, “Tape 05,” and mark the duo’s first new material since 2013’s *Tomorrow’s...
THE READING ROOM: Revisiting Dave Mason’s ‘Only You Know and I Know’
Dave Mason, the understated guitarist and songwriter who shaped classic rock, died on April 19, 2026. Known for his crisp solos and subtle riffs, Mason contributed to bands like Traffic and released solo albums such as *Alone Together* and *Headkeeper*....
"He Called Me the Night Before He Passed to Tell Me How Much He Loved It." Eric Clapton, Brian May,...
Steve Cropper’s unfinished album *Watching The Tide* will be released on 28 August, featuring guest performances by Eric Clapton, Brian May, Billy Gibbons and Ronnie Wood. Producer Jon Tiven completed the mixes a week before Cropper’s death and delivered a final CD that the...
Turnover Announce New Album Down On Earth
Turnover announced their sixth studio album, *Down On Earth*, slated for release on May 29. The record is self‑released and produced by longtime front‑of‑house engineer Zac Montez, aiming to capture the band’s live energy in the studio. Two singles, “Nightjar”...
4 80s Rock Bands That Were Ahead of Their Time
The article highlights four 1980s rock acts—Fugazi, Pixies, The Jesus and Mary Chain, and the Melvins—that pushed musical boundaries well beyond their era. It outlines each band’s key releases, such as Fugazi’s *13 Songs* (1989) and the Pixies’ *Doolittle* (1989),...
Martha Reeves Teases First Album in 22 Years: ‘I’m Just Glad to Still Be Here’
Motown legend Martha Reeves is set to release her first album in more than two decades, *Searching*, on August 14, 2024. The record was recorded in New Orleans with trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis serving as co‑producer, blending classic Motown soul with jazz standards...
My New Band Believe’s New Video Is a Japanese Fishing Expedition
My New Band Believe, Cameron Picton’s post‑Black Midi project, released the video “In the Blink of an Eye,” directed by Dos Monos member Botsu_NGS and starring Ishikawa fisherman Hiroki Kaniya. The visual is billed as a Japanese seafaring odyssey and...
Father John Misty’s ‘The Payoff’ Is A Baroque Liturgy
Father John Misty released his new single "The Payoff," a six‑minute baroque‑infused liturgy. The track, produced by Josh Tillman and arranged by Drew Erickson, mixes 60s left‑banke pop vibes with modern orchestration. He announced a UK show at London’s O₂...
REZN Announce New Album 'Cycles in the Infinite Dream', Share New Single "Cloudfall"
Chicago doom metal quartet REZN announced their next album, *Cycles in the Infinite Dream*, slated for release on July 24 through Sargent House. The band debuted the lead single “Cloudfall,” a track and video inspired by sleep‑paralysis. The record follows 2024’s...
Yard Act Announce New Album, Share “Redeemer”
British post‑punk outfit Yard Act announced their third studio album, *You’re Gonna Need A Little Music*, slated for release on July 17 through Island Records. The record was produced by veteran Justin Meldal‑Johnsen and recorded largely live in studios spanning...
Jordan Joy On Her Debut Single, Upcoming EP & Bono’s Reality Checks
Irish-born Jordan Joy, Bono’s eldest daughter, released her debut single “Don’t Kill the Vibe” on April 24, 2026, marking the start of her music career. The track, a reflective nod to her recent departure from New York, earned a spot in...