Lauren Sanderson Teams Up With Limp Bizkit’s Fred Durst For New Version Of ‘COME SAY SUM’
Lauren Sanderson has released a revamped version of her single “COME SAY SUM” featuring Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst, accompanied by a diner‑set music video. The track arrives as Sanderson prepares to open for Limp Bizkit on their October Nashville dates. The collaboration follows Durst’s recent work with MGK and precedes his headline slot at the UK’s Download Festival. Sanderson’s full‑length album “LAUREN” is slated for release on May 29, 2026.
Sleep Token To Release Instrumental Version Of ‘Even In Arcadia’
Sleep Token announced an instrumental edition of their album Even In Arcadia, slated for streaming on May 8 and a double‑LP vinyl release on August 7. The instrumental version arrives as the record approaches its one‑year anniversary, offering fans a vocal‑free listening experience....
Listen to TYGAPAW’s ‘Groove-Oriented Techno’ Dazed Mix
NYC‑based producer TYGAPAW released their third album, Together You Gather All Power Applied Worldwide, a ten‑track techno opera anchored by a spoken‑word intro from poet Precious Okoyomon and featuring vocal contributions from Black queer and trans artists. The record, two...
Silly Goose Share Furious Single ‘Goodnight’
Atlanta rap‑rock trio Silly Goose has dropped their new single “Goodnight,” a high‑energy track that leans heavily into nu‑metal influences. The song, co‑produced with longtime collaborators Joey (Bad Behavior EP) and Ryan Hall, is positioned as a centerpiece for their...
5 Classical Music Albums You Can Listen to Right Now
The New York Times roundup spotlights five new classical albums, from Hans Otte’s 1982 piano work “The Book of Sounds” performed by Conor Hanick to Douglas J. Cuomo’s genre‑bending concerto featuring saxophonist Joe Lovano. The list also includes Jan Lisiecki’s fresh Mozart...
Why Elizabeth Maconchy Needs Context
The new Cambridge University Press volume *Elizabeth Maconchy in Context* re‑examines the Irish‑English composer’s life and output through a three‑part framework of environments, intersections, and works. It situates her quartet legacy alongside operas for children, choral pieces, and orchestral commissions, revealing how national...
Octo Octa – Sigils For Survival
Octo Octa’s tenth‑anniversary album *Sigils For Survival* transforms a house record into a ritualistic grimoire, intertwining chaos‑magic sigils with live acoustic textures. The New Hampshire‑based producer, who publicly transitioned in 2015, uses hardware‑driven imperfections and drift‑y MIDI clocks to evoke...
Jesca Hoop – Long Wave Home
Jesca Hoop returns with "Long Wave Home," her first album on her own Last Laugh label, released May 1 2026. The record fuses her folk foundation with orchestral, country, and electronic textures, delivering politically charged and personal narratives about solidarity, climate, and...
No Doubt Deliver '90s Nostalgia at Sphere Launch: Video, Set List
No Doubt kicked off its Las Vegas residency at the MSG Sphere with a high‑energy show that leaned heavily on 1990s nostalgia, especially the band’s breakthrough 1995 album *Tragic Kingdom*. The set featured nearly half of the setlist drawn from that record, including...
Peer Review: Loraine James Interviews Miho Hatori… and Vice Versa
British electronic producer Loraine James released her new Hyperdub album Detached From The Rest Of You, a stripped‑back, glitch‑heavy record she calls her “IDM popstar album.” The project features a collaboration with Miho Hatori of Cibo Matto on the track “Flatline,” and...
Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg 2025-26 Review: Brockes-Passion
George Frideric Handel’s Brockes‑Passion returned to its Hamburg roots at the Elbphilharmonie, presented by PRJCT Amsterdam under Maarten Engeltjes. The production balanced the work’s operatic vigor with introspective restraint, showcasing nuanced strings, oboes, and a luminous basso continuo. Soloists—including Benedikt...
Michael Jackson Hits Record Streaming Numbers Thanks to Wild Success of Biopic
The Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" sparked a massive surge in streaming, delivering a career‑best 137.5 million on‑demand U.S. streams in the week of April 24‑30, a 146 percent jump over his previous peak. Jackson 5 tracks added 10.1 million streams, up 135 percent, while song clicks...
Paul McCartney’s Nostalgic New Album Includes His First Ever Duet With Ringo Starr
Paul McCartney’s forthcoming album *The Boys Of Dungeon Lane* features his first ever recorded duet with Ringo Starr on the track “Home To Us.” Produced by Andrew Watt, the song also includes backing vocals from Chrissie Hynde and Sharleen Spiteri. The record...
Listen to Father John Misty’s New Song “The Payoff”
Father John Misty (Josh Tillman) dropped a new single, “The Payoff,” on Sub Pop, co‑produced with longtime collaborator Drew Erickson. The track follows his January 2026 one‑off “The Old Law,” marking his second original release of the year. Tillman’s most...
Watch Flight of the Conchords Perform ‘Hiphopopotamus Vs. Rhymenoceros’ in LA
Flight of the Conchords surprised Los Angeles fans with a surprise set at Largo, performing their 2008 classic “Hiphopopotamus vs. Rhymenoceros.” The New Zealand comedy duo is gearing up for their first headlining concerts in eight years at the Santa Barbara...
KJ Apa Chides ‘F-Cking Liar’ Mr. Fantasy After His Friends Show Up on His Video
KJ Apa publicly accused internet personality Mr. Fantasy of hijacking his image in a recent music video that also featured several of Apa’s Riverdale co‑stars. Apa said the unauthorized use of his likeness has damaged his reputation and caused him...
Laufey, EJAE, Amy Allen and Suki Waterhouse on ASCAP Pop Music Awards, Importance of Songwriting
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) held its Pop Music Awards in Los Angeles, honoring a mix of established and emerging talent. Icelandic singer‑songwriter Laufey received the Creative Voice Award, while Amy Allen was named Pop Songwriter‑of‑the‑Year...
Eddy Current Suppression Ring Are Returning to Sydney for First Show in 15 Years
Cult garage‑punk band Eddy Current Suppression Ring will headline a free show in Sydney on Friday, June 12, as part of Vivid’s Tumbalong Park program. The gig marks the group’s first Sydney performance in more than 15 years and follows...
Harry Styles Is Ready to Sweat in ‘Dance No More’ Music Video Teaser
Harry Styles will drop the official music video for “Dance No More” on May 7, the third visual from his latest record *Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally*—often shortened to KISSCO. A teaser shows the singer in white sneakers, dragging a...
Another Vulgar Zach Bryan Fan Experience, Or Was It Just a Joke?
Zach Bryan was recorded using a vulgar insult toward a fan at a Starkville, Mississippi concert on May 2, then claimed the remark was a joke referencing a Netflix sketch. The clip sparked immediate backlash on TikTok and X, prompting the...
Another Vulgar Zach Bryan Fan Experience, Or Was It Just a Joke?
Country‑rock singer Zach Bryan sparked controversy on May 2 in Starkville, Mississippi, when he called a fan a “c‑‑shot” during a meet‑and‑greet. Bryan later claimed the profanity was a joke lifted from the Netflix sketch‑comedy series ‘I Think You Should Leave.’ The remark ignited a...
‘This Is the Worst Day of My Life’: Bright Eyes Postpones Red Rocks Show—And Fans Have Big Feelings
Bright Eyes canceled their May 6 concert at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheater after city officials deemed incoming weather unsafe, rescheduling the show for May 12. The performance was meant to celebrate the 21st anniversary of the band’s twin 2005 albums *I’m Wide Awake,...
Paradox’s ‘Bade Dino Baad’ Is a Trilogy About Love, Loss, and Letting Go
Indian hip‑hop artist Paradox (Tanishq Singh) has dropped the three‑track EP “Bade Dino Baad,” a self‑styled trilogy that charts a breakup from romance to reunion and final reckoning. The songs—“Bade Dino Baad” (2:31), “Latt” (3:03) and “Waqt” (4:02)—were released as...
MACHINE GUN KELLY Explains Why He Dissed YUNGBLUD On "FIX UR FACE": "Loyalty Is Really the Only Thing That Matters"
Machine Gun Kelly confirmed that a lyric in his Fred Durst‑produced track “FIX UR FACE” is aimed at fellow rocker Yungblud, citing a perceived breach of loyalty after Yungblud declined to defend him on a podcast. The contentious line references Yungblud’s private‑school upbringing,...
P.O.D. Finishes New Album with TURNSTILE Producer WILL YIP
Christian nu‑metal veterans P.O.D. announced they have finished recording their next album, the follow‑up to 2024’s Veritas, with Grammy‑nominated producer Will Yip. The 13‑14 track record was completed in just 12 days at Yip’s new Memory Music Studios in South...
ShoalsFest 2026 to Host Drive By Truckers and Jason Isbell Reunion, Isbell and the 400 Unit, Jeff Tweedy, S.G. Goodman...
Jason Isbell’s ShoalsFest announced its 2026 lineup, returning to Florence’s McFarland Park on October 3‑4. The festival will feature two headline sets, including a rare reunion where Isbell and the Drive‑By Truckers will perform their 2003 *Decoration Day* album in full—their...
Full Album Stream: LaCasta –Olibanvm
Italian black‑metal quartet laCasta drops its sophomore album Olibanvm, also known as Frankincense, on May 8 via Argonauta Records. The nine‑track, 34‑minute release follows 2020’s In Aeturnvm and showcases a blend of blistering blast beats and mid‑tempo crust hardcore. Recorded, mixed...
Bonnaroo Reveals Kesha-Hosted Superjam Lineup Featuring Margo Price, Grouplove, Mountain Grass Unit, Chromeo and More
Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival announced its 2026 SuperJam, headlined by pop star Kesha under the title “Kesha Presents: SuperJam Esotérica: The Alchemy of Pop.” The collaborative set runs June 13 from 8:45‑10:30 p.m. in the This Tent and features guests...
Norway’s Trad Folk Scene Is Booming
Norway’s traditional folk scene is experiencing a rapid resurgence as a new wave of alt‑trad bands blend the Hardanger fiddle and other acoustic instruments with rock, hip‑hop, African grooves and electronic textures. Central to the movement are grassroots venues like...
Punch Brothers Add 31 Dates To North American Tour
Punch Brothers announced a 64‑city North American tour beginning May 14, promoting their new album *The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers* (release July 24, Nonesuch Records). The itinerary, the band’s most extensive since 2019, includes headline venues such as Carnegie...
5 Must-See Artists at Sonic Temple 2026
Sonic Temple returns to Columbus, Ohio, May 14‑17, 2026 at Historic Crew Stadium, presenting 140 bands on five stages. The four‑day lineup blends legacy acts like My Chemical Romance and Bring Me the Horizon with pop‑punk staples such as Pierce...
FLO Announces New Album, ‘Therapy At The Club’
British pop trio FLO announced their sophomore album *Therapy At The Club*, slated for release on July 24, 2026. The group highlighted the project’s personal themes, describing the club as a therapeutic space and emphasizing their hands‑on involvement in songwriting...
Despite Drumming Their First No. 1 Hit 31 Years Ago, This OG Britpop Drummer Was Fired After Bandmates Felt He...
Tony McCarroll, co‑founder and original drummer of Oasis, was dismissed just 11 days after the band scored its first UK No. 1 with “Some Might Say” in May 1995. Noel Gallagher and producer Owen Morris cited McCarroll’s basic drumming as insufficient...
In Pictures: Kim Petras’ ‘Jeep’ Is a Tumblr Fantasy Come to Life
German pop star Kim Petras dropped the music video for her new single “Jeep,” a kaleidoscopic visual that feels like a Tumblr‑style fantasy. The clip is packed with early‑2000s references—Skippy Peanut Butter, Jeffrey Campbell shoes, Marc Jacobs mouse flats, pastel sunsets...
This Album Unites the ‘Jackson Pollock and Agnes Martin’ of Chinese Rap
Chinese rappers Bloodz Boi and Jackzebra have released *Bloodzebra*, an experimental double‑album that blends glitchy, ambient beats with cryptic Mandarin lyrics. Recorded in hotel studios in late 2024 and summer 2025 and exec‑produced by Syrian‑born .cutspace, the project juxtaposes chaotic, expressionist verses...
Boys Like Girls’ Martin Johnson Joins the Latest Episode of AltPress: In Session
Boys Like Girls are on their "Soundtrack of Your Life" tour, marking the 20th anniversary of their 2006 debut and the 15th anniversary of 2009’s Love Drunk by performing both albums in full. Frontman Martin Johnson appeared on the latest AltPress:...
Reggie: “We’re Dundalk, and We’re Making Noise”
Irish rapper Reggie, originally known for drill, is rebranding with a more melodic, house‑inflected sound. His 2022 track “Talk of the Town” caught the attention of UK producer Fred again.., whose 2025 remix propelled Reggie onto the global stage and...
Isaiah Rashad Says They Don't Make a Manual for Bi Black Men
Isaiah Rashad discussed his new album "It’s Been Awful" on The Breakfast Club, using the platform to address a 2022 leaked sex tape and his bisexual identity. He highlighted the lack of a "manual" for bisexual Black men and reflected...
We Can Conquer It All: The Biffy Clyro Futique Tour Report
Biffy Clyro’s 2026 Futique world tour launched in January, delivering a critically acclaimed arena run across the UK, Ireland and 12 European countries. After bassist James Johnston withdrew three weeks before kickoff, session musician Naomi MacLeod was recruited and rehearsals were...
Lambchop Reveal New LP, ‘Punching The Clown’
Lambchop announced their new album, Punching The Clown, slated for release on August 21, 2026 through City Slang. The 12‑track record, produced by Ryan Olson, was recorded at Justin Vernon’s April Base studio and features Vernon’s banjo throughout. Lead single “Weakened”...
ALBUM REVIEW: On ‘These Are the Days’ Michaela Anne Finds the Sacred in the Everyday
Michaela Anne’s fifth studio effort, "These Are the Days," drops Friday as her first crowdfunded project, financed through a Kickstarter campaign and issued on her newly formed Georgia June Records. The album, recorded after the birth of her second child, delves...
Kyle Craft’s ‘Dolls of Highland’ Is Genuine Theater
Kyle Craft’s 2016 debut album *Dolls of Highland* arrived as a theatrical blend of glam‑rock, folk, and surreal storytelling, earning praise for its cinematic production and vivid character sketches. The record’s lyrical focus on death drive, voyeurism, and self‑destructive romance...
Foo Fighters’ New LP Shows Dave Grohl Needs to Go Solo
Dave Grohl’s latest Foo Fighters record, *Your Favorite Toy*, reads more like a solo effort than a full‑band project. Critics note that longtime members Nate Mendel and Pat Smear are under‑utilized, while Grohl’s vocals dominate the mix. The album also...
ALBUM REVIEW: India Ramey’s Feminist Outlaw Country Kicks Ass on ‘Villain Era’
India Ramey’s new album *Villain Era* redefines outlaw country by foregrounding a feminist narrative. The record opens with the cinematic single “We Ride at Dawn,” a revenge‑themed anthem that pits women against patriarchal bandits. Ramey’s gritty vocals and western‑flavored instrumentation...
Album Premiere: Lago – Vigil
Phoenix‑based death metal band Lago breaks an eight‑year silence with Vigil, their most aggressive full‑length to date. The album, released May 8, 2026 on Everlasting Spew Records, marks a shift to full self‑production after a turbulent period that included label...
Could Alt-Rockers Sub*T Be the New Fanny?
Sub*T, an all‑female alt‑rock duo led by Grace Bennett and Jade Alcantara, released their debut album “How My Own Voice Sounds.” The record fuses 1970s hard‑rock aesthetics with modern production, delivering gritty power ballads, swamp‑laden tracks, and a commercially‑leaning single...
Kacey Musgraves, Shaboozey Lead Tour Announcements
Several major artists announced extensive North American tours for 2026, ranging from arena‑scale runs to theatre‑level engagements. Kacey Musgraves will embark on a 29‑date Middle of Nowhere arena tour, while Shaboozey’s Outlaws Never Die Tour adds 25 dates across the...
LAMC Unveils 2026 Wonder Women of Latin Music Honorees
The Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) announced its 2026 Wonder Women of Latin Music honorees, a cohort of 20 women spanning journalism, public relations, and executive roles. The list, unveiled exclusively by Billboard, includes Billboard social‑media manager Ingrid Fajardo and...
Lambchop Announce New Album, Punching The Clown, and Share “Weakened”
Lambchop announced their first full‑length album in almost four years, *Punching The Clown*, slated for release on 21 August 2026 through City Slang. The lead single “Weakened” debuted today, giving fans a taste of the record’s stripped‑back banjo‑and‑choir aesthetic. Recorded in just three...
Karol G & Greg Gonzalez’s ‘Después De Ti’ Makes Top 10 Debut on Hot Latin Songs Following Coachella Set: ‘The...
Karol G and Cigarettes After Sex frontman Greg Gonzalez released their first joint track, “Después De Ti,” which entered Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs at No. 6 and topped the Hot Latin Pop Songs chart. The song, premiered during Karol G’s Coachella headlining set, amassed 3.8 million U.S. streams and...