Hopkins Symphony Orchestra Debuts New Piece About Frederick Douglass
The Hopkins Symphony Orchestra will debut the newly commissioned "Douglass Portrait" on April 18, pairing it with Aaron Copland’s historic "Lincoln Portrait." Composed by retired Army captain J. Kimo Williams, the work narrates Frederick Douglass’s life through music and spoken word. Conductor Jed Gaylin highlights the advantage of collaborating with a living composer, while actor Gerrad Alex Taylor and mezzo‑soprano Kyle Engler provide dual narration. The program aims to showcase diverse American experiences ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Shye Ben Tzur, Jonny Greenwood and The Rajasthan Express Return with New Album
Shye Ben Tzur, Jonny Greenwood and The Rajasthan Express have announced their new album Ranjha, slated for release on May 8 through World Circuit/BMG. The lead single “Shemesh” drops alongside a video directed by Ian Patrick. Recorded in Greenwood’s Oxfordshire studio...
“Nü Emocore” Band GILT Detail New LP I Saw Myself in the Black Screen
American band GILT announced their new album *I Saw Myself in the Black Screen*, slated for release on June 26 via Smartpunk Records. The record blends nü‑metal, metalcore, post‑hardcore and emo—a sound the group dubs “nü emocore.” The second single,...
With Sebastian Bach On The Mic, Twisted Sister Announces New Tour Dates
Twisted Sister has announced the first leg of its 2026 reunion tour, celebrating the band’s 50th anniversary, with former Skid Row frontman Sebastian Bach stepping in as lead vocalist after Dee Snider’s departure. The initial four shows will take place...
7 No-Skip Hip-Hop and R&B Albums That Are Turning 20 Years Old This Year
2006 marked a watershed moment for hip‑hop and R&B, and seven albums from that year are turning 20. The list includes T.I.’s *King*, Ne‑Yo’s debut *In My Own Words*, Clipse’s *Hell Hath No Fury*, Lupe Fiasco’s *Food & Liquor*, Pharrell’s...
GEDDY LEE & ALEX LIFESON Explain Why They Didn't Hire A Big Name Prog Drummer For Their Reunion
Prog‑rock icons Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson have confirmed a 2026‑27 world reunion tour titled “Fifty Something,” the first under the Rush name in 11 years. The 58‑date run kicks off June 7 at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles...
Rob Zombie Music Video for “The Black Scorpion” Streaming Online
Rob Zombie has released a new music video for “The Black Scorpion,” the lead single from his February‑released album The Great Satan. The two‑minute, green‑lit visual showcases the shock rocker’s high‑octane performance style and is now streaming online. The drop...
YOB, KHEMMIS, GREENLEAF & More Booked For RippleFest Texas 2026
RippleFest Texas will return September 17‑20, 2026, in Austin, featuring a heavyweight roster anchored by Yob, Khemmis, Greenleaf and Dopethrone. The four‑day event will occupy The Far Out Lounge and Sagebrush, with organizers guaranteeing no overlapping sets so fans can see...
Former Enhypen Member Heeseung Is Rebranding As Evan
Former Enhypen member Heeseung announced his departure from the six‑member group on March 10 and will continue his career under the new stage name Evan. He unveiled the rebrand on a fresh Instagram account, @h_evva_n, featuring stark, minimalist portraits released by...
VANA Releases Crushing New Track ‘In Your Name’
VANA has dropped her first 2026 single, “In Your Name,” a dynamic blend of atmospheric balladry and blistering metalcore. The track follows last year’s hit “Pray,” which has amassed over 3.7 million streams. In a personal statement, VANA ties the song...
MF Doom Explains How the Movie ‘Gladiator’ Helped Him With His Signature Mask in Throwback Interview
MF DOOM’s iconic metal mask traces back to a replica of the helmet from the 2000 film *Gladiator*. A friend acquired the prop, altered it for wearability, and added chrome and a ruby, creating the distinctive look that would define the...
2Slimey Isn’t Here to Be a Meme Artist: ‘I Want a Fucking Grammy’
Oakland‑born rapper 2Slimey is redefining the underground (UG) rap scene with hyper‑distorted, maximalist production that fuses EDM, punk and noise elements. Influenced by Playboi Carti’s *Die Lit* and XXXTentacion, he pushes bass and distortion beyond conventional limits, earning praise from Lil Uzi Vert and...
First Country Splash Comes Ashore In Cabo San Lucas With Riley Green, Jon Pardi, Tucker Wetmore And DIPLO
Country Splash, the first beach‑side country music festival in Cabo San Lucas, will debut September 4‑6 over Labor Day weekend. Headliners include Riley Green, Jon Pardi, Tucker Wetmore and electronic act DIPLO, offering a mix of country and crossover performances. The event is anchored...
Uncut’s Guide to the Best of 2026’s Record Store Day Releases
Uncut has released its annual guide to the most compelling Record Store Day 2026 vinyl offerings, spotlighting a mix of archival releases and fresh collaborations from iconic artists. Highlights include Neil Young’s live “As Time Explodes” from the Love Earth...
Anyma, LISA Combine On Explosive Single ‘Bad Angel’
Italian EDM producer Matteo Milleri, known as Anyma, has dropped the single “Bad Angel” featuring BLACKPINK’s Lisa. The track blends high‑energy EDM, pop‑R&B and digital sound design, and is paired with a striking visual video. It arrives just before Anyma...
Behemoth Covered Bathory’s “The Return of Darkness and Evil” For Mystic Festival’s Anthem
Polish extreme‑metal giants Behemoth released a new single and video covering Bathory’s 1985 classic “The Return of Darkness and Evil,” designating it as the official anthem for Mystic Festival 2026. Frontman Adam “Nergal” Darski explained the song’s personal significance and...
"English People Don't Really Want to Feel that Much." The Curious Tale of Robert Smith's Least Favourite Cure Album, Despite...
The Cure’s twelfth studio effort, simply titled *The Cure*, arrived on 25 June 2004 after the band signed a three‑album deal with ARTISTdirect’s I AM imprint and teamed with producer Ross Robinson. Smith entered the studio with 37 demo tracks, whittling them down...
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings Premiere Three New Grateful Dead Originals During Latest Reckoning Tour Stop
On April 7, folk duo Gillian Welch and David Rawlings performed at the Haw River Ballroom in Saxapahaw, North Carolina, as part of their Acoustic Reckoning Tour. The show featured a setlist drawn heavily from the Grateful Dead’s 1975 acoustic...
ALBUM REVIEW: On ‘Total Dive’ Brown Horse Balance Originality and Derivation
Brown Horse released its third album, Total Dive, building on the momentum of 2024’s Reservoir and 2025’s All the Right Weaknesses. The record features richer, more lush arrangements and showcases Patrick Turner’s increasingly nuanced vocal delivery. Critics highlight the band’s...
Juvenile on the Music That Made Him
Veteran rapper Juvenile recounts his 1999 breakthrough at New York’s iconic Tunnel, where his performance of “Ha” from 400 Degreez silenced a skeptical East‑Coast crowd and cemented his role as a bridge between Southern bounce and mainstream hip‑hop. He reflects on...
XCOMM Announce Debut Album Time to Burn, Produced by Ross Robinson
XCOMM announced their debut album, Time to Burn, slated for release on May 22 via Blowed Out Records. The record was produced by veteran Ross Robinson, whose résumé includes work with Korn and The Cure. Alternative Press is offering an...
Joni Mitchell’s Hejira – a Track-by-Track Guide to the 1976 Classic
Uncut’s track‑by‑track guide revisits Joni Mitchell’s 1976 masterpiece Hejira, pairing each song with commentary from contemporary musicians such as Tamara Lindeman, Weyes Blood’s Natalie Mering, and Allison Russell. The piece highlights the album’s pioneering blend of folk, jazz, and Jaco Pastorius’...
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Cover the Clash’s ‘Clampdown’ for First Time Since 2014
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band surprised fans at the Kia Forum by performing the Clash’s 1979 protest anthem “Clampdown,” their first rendition since a 2014 show. Guitarist Tom Morello rejoined the band, trading lead vocals with Springsteen and...
Who Are the 'Big 4' Of Rock Supergroups?
The article identifies Cream, Crosby Stills & Nash (plus Young), Emerson Lake & Palmer and Bad Company as the definitive “Big 4” rock supergroups, using criteria of prior success, collective achievement and lasting influence. Cream’s 1966 lineup set the template, while CSNY merged folk harmony with arena rock, ELP...
Offset Says Lil TJay Did Not Shoot Him, Claims He Never Gave Statement Naming The Shooter
Offset clarified that Lil Tjay was not the shooter in the South Florida incident and asserted he never provided police with a statement naming any suspect. The altercation at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel left Offset with a leg injury but...
-(16)- Take Out Their Frustrations with Black Flag Cover of “Beat My Head Against The Wall”
California sludge metal band -(16)- is gearing up for the May 1 release of its cover album *Forgeries Vol 1, 1972‑1984*. The group previewed the record with a rendition of Black Flag’s “Beat My Head Against The Wall,” adding to earlier Bee Gees...
Middleman – Following The Ghost
London‑based quartet Middleman has released their debut LP, "Following The Ghost," a nine‑track record that fuses power‑pop vigor with punk’s raw edge. The album builds on the momentum of two acclaimed EPs from 2022 and 2024, channeling influences from Superchunk,...
Pink Floyd Set to Release Rare Extended Version of '70s Favorite
Pink Floyd will issue a new compilation titled *8‑Tracks* on June 5, 2026, featuring seven iconic ’70s songs plus the full‑length version of “Pigs on the Wing” that was previously limited to the original 8‑track tape. The tracks are seamlessly mixed...
Bleachers Release “The Van” In Advance of Upcoming Tour
Bleachers, the Jack Antonoff‑led project, unveiled an extensive North American tour to promote its upcoming album *everyone for ten minutes*, slated for May 22 on Dirty Hit. The itinerary blends arena shows—including a return to New York’s Madison Square Garden—with intimate multi‑night...
Next Wave #1180: Lizzie Reid
Lizzie Reid, a rising Scottish singer‑songwriter, is set to release her third solo EP *Undoing* on April 17, following a debut that earned a Scottish Album of the Year nomination and a follow‑up that drew comparisons to Joni Mitchell. The new...
ALBUM REVIEW: Nashville Rebel Tenille Townes Reboots Her Music on ‘The Acrobat’
Tenille Townes, the Canada‑born Nashville singer‑songwriter, has dropped her fourth album, The Acrobat, as an independent release. After a successful stint with Sony Nashville—including a 2020 debut and ACM New Female Artist of the Year—she chose to produce, mix, and...
Zoh Amba Announces “Eyes Full” And Shares First Single/Video ‘Another Time’
Zoh Amba, the avant‑garde saxophonist turned guitarist, announced the debut album Eyes Full for June 5, accompanied by the first single and video “Another Time.” The record was tracked live at Drop of Sun Studios in Asheville with no overdubs, featuring longtime...
Kelela Returns With Powerful New Single ‘Idea 1’
Ethiopian‑American singer‑songwriter Kelela has dropped her first solo single in three years, "idea 1," produced by Oscar Scheller. The track follows her 2021 album Raven, a 2024 remix collection, and a 2023 jazz reinterpretation, blending ambient, shoegaze, and industrial sounds. Kelela...
Makthaverskan, “Glass and Bones”
Swedish post‑punk band Makthaverskan released their fourth album, Glass and Bones, on April 8 2026. The record leans into bright, major‑key dream‑punk, drawing parallels to The Cure’s poppier moments. Frontwoman Maja Milner showcases higher‑register howls while drummer Andreas Wettmark supplies relentless energy....
Reuben Aziz Returns With ‘Promised Land’
British songwriter Reuben Aziz returns with his new single "Promised Land." The track fuses soulful R&B vocal delivery with hip‑hop‑driven production, showcasing Aziz’s signature pitched‑up style. Produced in collaboration with Caleb, whom Aziz met on Discord, the song emphasizes themes...
Behind The Campaign: Fcukers
New York electronic duo Fcukers, consisting of Shanny Wise and Jackson Walker Lewis, released their debut EP Baggy$$ on Ninja Tune in September 2024. The pair, formed in 2022, caught the attention of manager Simon Parsons, who first met Jackson at the...
Harry Styles Reveals Meltdown Festival Artists and Solo Show
Harry Styles will curate the 31st Meltdown Festival at London’s Southbank Centre, unveiling a first wave of artists that includes Yussef Dayes, Jon Hopkins, Devonte Hynes, Kamasi Washington, Nilüfer Yanya, Fousheé, Getdown Services and Warpaint. The festival runs June 11‑21,...
Video Premiere: Kilter – ‘Weather Cycle’
Kilter, a Franco‑American trio, released the video for “Weather Cycle,” the lead single from their forthcoming album Ten Billion Years. The track fuses jazz elasticity with metal intensity, using electric bass, bass saxophone, and volatile drumming to create a constantly...
Juni Habel – Evergreen In Your Mind
Juni Habel’s long‑awaited album Evergreen In Your Mind dropped on April 10, 2026, marking her first release in three years. Early radio spins and curated streaming playlists have already propelled several tracks into the top‑20 of folk‑indie charts. Produced by longtime collaborator...
ElectroMatters: Best Electronic Music of March 2026
ElectroMatters highlights the 12 most compelling electronic releases of March 2026, ranging from Saba Alizadeh’s Persian‑classical‑infused drone to Slayyyter’s genre‑bending alt‑pop. The roundup showcases a blend of atmospheric ambient, hook‑laden synth‑pop, and precise minimal techno, underscoring the season’s creative surge. Independent...
XCOMM Announce Debut Album ‘Time To Burn’
Hardcore outfit XCOMM announced their debut full‑length album “Time To Burn,” slated for release on May 22 through Blowed Out Records. The record features ten tracks, including the lead single “Borrowed Happiness,” and was produced by renowned metal‑producer Ross Robinson. Drummer...
Heeseung Begins His Solo Era as Evan
Former Enhypen main vocalist Heeseung has officially left the group and relaunched his career under the moniker Evan. Belift Lab introduced new social channels and a minimalist visual concept that emphasizes raw authenticity. The rebranding highlights his personal history, with...
ELLiS‑D, Congratulations, Bottle Rockets & More Confirmed to Play Twisterella 2026
Twisterella’s 2026 edition returns to Middlesbrough on Saturday, October 3, featuring experimentalist ELLiS‑D, party‑rock outfit congratulations and Glasgow quartet Bottle Rockets as headliners. The festival will span multiple venues, including Teesside University Students’ Union and the Town Hall Crypt, and adds...
L.A. Phil Creates New Position, Conductor-In-Residence, For Anna Handler
The Los Angeles Philharmonic has created a new three‑season conductor‑in‑residence position, appointing 30‑year‑old Anna Handler, a rising conductor and former Dudamel fellow. Handler will conduct three weeks each season at Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Hollywood Bowl while collaborating...
The Format’s First LP in 20 Years Lands Where It Belongs
The Format released Boycott Heaven, their first studio album in two decades, ending an 18‑year hiatus. The record blends alt‑country, Britpop, folk, and electronic textures while tackling themes of fame, faith, and personal fulfillment. Frontman Nate Ruess returns after successful...
Phish’s Trey Anastasio Makes Surprise Appearance At Marc Maron & Friends Divided Sky Foundation Benefit
Phish frontman Trey Anastasio made an unannounced appearance at the Marc Maron & Friends Divided Sky Foundation benefit in Los Angeles, delivering a 25‑minute improvisational set that blended his solo material with extended jams. The intimate Largo at Coronet venue,...
Adam O’Farrill’s ‘ELEPHANT’ Is Simply Brilliant
Adam O’Farrill, hailed by the New York Times as a leading jazz trumpeter, releases his first quartet‑led album, ELEPHANT, in 2025. Joined by pianist Yvonne Rogers, bassist Walter Stinson and drummer Russell Holzmann, the record mixes post‑bop rigor with free‑form improvisation and electronic...
Gigi Masin Confronts Loss with Blissed-Out Ambience
Italian ambient pioneer Gigi Masin, who lost his entire catalog in a 2007 flood, is returning with his first solo album in six years, *Movements*, slated for May 29 on Sacred Bones. The record confronts the recent death of his wife, yet...
Walter Kolm’s Blueprint for Latin’s Global Domination
Walter Kolm, CEO of WK Entertainment, is redefining Latin music management by blending data analytics with global touring and brand partnerships. He recently launched a joint‑management deal with Massivo Entertainment to expand Puerto‑Rican star Farruko’s international presence using a 360°...
Michael J. Sheehy Revels in Gin-Soaked Americana
British singer‑guitarist Michael J. Sheehy releases the single “Full Moon, Empty Belly,” a stripped‑down track that leans into gothic Americana after his noisy Dream City Film Club era. Backed by the Hired Mourners, the song showcases sparse guitars, brushwire textures...