YOSHIKI To Perform At Dodger Stadium For Japanese Heritage Night April 27
Japanese rock star and composer YOSHIKI will sing the U.S. national anthem at Dodger Stadium on April 27 during the Dodgers’ Japanese Heritage Night. The performance will precede the Dodgers’ game against the Miami Marlins and features YOSHIKI’s cinematic arrangement. The appearance serves as a high‑profile prelude to his “Classical 2026” concert series at Walt Disney Concert Hall in July, his first major U.S. shows since a 2024 cervical‑spine surgery. YOSHIKI, a TIME100 2025 honoree with over 50 million records sold, will headline the “Scarlet Night” and “Violet Night” concerts.
What Happened to the Letter Lainey Wilson Wrote to Tim McGraw?
Country singer Lainey Wilson wrote an 18‑year‑old letter to Tim McGraw seeking mentorship, as shown in her Netflix documentary Keepin’ Country Cool. The letter detailed her songwriting history and request for a meeting, but there is no public record of a...
What Happened to the Letter Lainey Wilson Wrote to Tim McGraw?
Lainey Wilson penned a heartfelt letter to country legend Tim McGraw when she was 18, attaching a demo CD while studying nursing in Louisiana. The letter, shown in her Netflix documentary "Keepin’ Country Cool," never received a public reply, and Wilson...
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings Introduce First-Time “Truckin'” Cover in New Orleans
Gillian Welch, David Rawlings and bassist Paul Kowert performed the second‑to‑last show of their Acoustic Reckoning Tour in New Orleans, debuting a live cover of the Grateful Dead’s “Truckin’.” The set blended classic Dead tracks from the 1981 *Reckoning* album...
RZA Makes Direct Pitch to Obama to Induct Wu-Tang Into Rock Hall
Wu‑Tang Clan has been confirmed for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year, prompting front‑man RZA to humorously suggest former President Barack Obama could present the honor. RZA, a longtime Obama fan, said in interviews that...
The Red Clay Strays Announce 2026 ‘Grateful’ North American Tour
The Red Clay Strays announced a North American tour supporting their new album *Grateful*, which debuted with the single “Demons In Your Choir.” The 45‑date trek begins on August 5 in Laval, Quebec, and concludes on November 13 at Atlanta’s State Farm...
Amaia Performs with a Chair Flute in New Tiny Desk Concert: Watch
Spanish singer‑songwriter Amaia performed her inaugural Tiny Desk Concert at NPR’s office, delivering six songs from her catalog. Mid‑set she introduced a makeshift flute crafted from a plastic folding chair, using it for a striking solo between “C’est La Vie”...
43 Years Ago Today, LA Punks Were Bused Into the Middle of the Desert for a Festival Blueprint of Burning...
In April 1983 the Desolation Center launched the first of three DIY desert concerts, ferrying Los Angeles punks on school buses into the Mojave for a three‑hour, no‑cops show. The lineup—Savage Republic, The Minutemen and later acts like Einstürzende Neubauten and...
Kacey Musgraves Covers SZA’s “Kill Bill” On BBC 1 Live Lounge: Watch
Kacey Musgraves visited BBC Radio 1’s Live Lounge to promote her forthcoming album *Middle of Nowhere*. She performed the lead single “Dry Spell” and delivered a country‑pop rendition of SZA’s chart‑topping “Kill Bill”. The cover reimagines the R&B revenge anthem as a sweet‑sour murder...
Bill Callahan: My Days of 58
Bill Callahan has released his ninth solo album, "My Days of 58," marking his 20th record when the Smog catalog is included. The double‑album is billed as his most personal work, with diaristic lyrics that explore family, loneliness, and his...
Annalisa Stroppa to Celebrate 50th Performance ‘Carmen’ in Ravenna
Mezzo‑soprano Annalisa Stroppa will celebrate her 50th performance as Carmen at Ravenna’s Teatro Alighieri on April 24 and 26. The milestone caps a decade‑long association with the iconic role, which she has sung at Italy’s leading houses including La Fenice,...
Sleeping With Sirens Announce New LP An Ending in Itself, Produced by Will Yip
American post‑hardcore outfit Sleeping With Sirens announced their eighth studio album, An Ending in Itself, slated for release on June 12 via Rise Records. The record, produced by acclaimed rock producer Will Yip, follows the title‑track single with a second...
BLOOD INCANTATION Announce Release Of All Gates Open Documentary & Soundtrack
Denver death‑metal outfit Blood Incantation announced a standalone release titled All Gates Open (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), slated for June 5, 2026 on Century Media Records. The package pairs a 73‑minute documentary chronicling the creation of their 2024 album Absolute Elsewhere with...
NO DEPRESSION SESSIONS at Milk Bar: The Lone Bellow
The Lone Bellow performed a No Depression Session at Milk Bar’s flagship bakery in Manhattan, delivering a pop‑up show for a mix of fans and surprised customers. The set featured the new track “Honeysuckle” and a cover of “Islands in...
PBS SoCal Steers Hip-Hop Series Towards Crossroads of Music and Local Communities
PBS SoCal’s digital series *Outside the Lyrics* has shifted its editorial focus from a metaverse‑centric format to a community‑driven exploration of hip‑hop and jazz in Los Angeles. The second season, produced with USC Annenberg’s IDEA institute, showcases how music influences...
Suki Waterhouse's "Tiny Raisin" & 9 Other Tracks Out This Week
Nylon’s weekly Soundcheck roundup spotlights ten fresh releases, from Suki Waterhouse’s grungy “Tiny Raisin” to Kehlani’s duet with Brandy on “I Need You.” The list also features Lucy Dacus’s introspective “Planting Tomatoes,” Kim Petras’s hyperpop anthem “Need For Speed,” and genre‑bending...
Lucy Dacus Reflects On Loss & Growing Older In New Song ‘Planting Tomatoes’
Lucy Dacus has released “Planting Tomatoes,” a song that debuted as a Record Store Day exclusive and is now available on all major streaming platforms. The track is her first new material since the 2025 album Forever Is A Feeling and...
From Michael to Back to Black, Authorised Music Biopics Are Becoming Bland, Blatant Propaganda. Audiences Deserve Better | Simran Hans
The article argues that authorized music biopics, exemplified by the upcoming Michael Jackson film, have become formulaic vehicles for estate‑driven profit rather than honest portraits. It notes that "Michael" sidesteps the singer’s long‑standing abuse allegations, focusing instead on a glossy...
FAC Announces Its First Beneficiaries of UKAT Fund
The Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) has released the first tranche of the UK Artist Touring (UKAT) fund, allocating £125,000 (≈ $159,000) to support 211 tour dates for 26 emerging UK artists. Each recipient can receive up to £7,000 (≈ $9,000) to plug...
Luvcat Unveils Plans for Pete Doherty-Featuring EP ‘Lovebites’
British indie artist Luvcat announced her upcoming EP “Lovebites,” slated for release on May 22 via AWAL. The record is billed as a collection of murder‑ballads that continues the vaudevillian world of her 2025 debut “Vicious Delicious.” It includes guest contributions from...
Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida to Present World Premiere of Choral Requiem Marking 10 Years Since Pulse Nightclub Shooting
The Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida will debut the world premiere of “Amor Eterno: A Requiem for Pulse” on June 19, 2026 at Fort Lauderdale’s Broward Center. The 45‑minute work, composed by Saunder Choi, commemorates the tenth anniversary of...
Laurie Vincent’s Big Truck Shares Debut Single ‘Central Reservation Blues’
British musician Laurie Vincent, known as the guitarist for Soft Play, has unveiled his new band Big Truck and released its debut single “Central Reservation Blues” on Marshall Records. The track leans into Americana while echoing influences from The Cure, The Smiths, The War On Drugs and...
Nintendo Releases Classic Soundtracks on Spotify but You Have to Be Quick
Nintendo has placed the full soundtracks from Super Mario Galaxy and its sequel on Spotify for the first time, coinciding with the franchise’s 40th‑anniversary celebrations. The playlists, which feature 130 tracks, are accessible only to Spotify Premium mobile users and include a...
LCD Soundsystem Reveals 2026 North American Summer Tour Dates
LCD Soundsystem announced a 2026 North American summer tour spanning August 7 to September 20, kicking off in Vancouver and concluding at Atlanta’s Shaky Knees festival. The itinerary covers major markets from the Pacific Northwest to the East Coast, with three consecutive nights in...
‘The Great Divide’ Review: Noah Kahan Is Caught in the In-Between
Noah Kahan’s third studio album, The Great Divide, arrived on April 24, 2026, marking a stylistic leap for the 29‑year‑old folk‑pop singer. Co‑produced with longtime collaborator Gabe Simon and indie‑rock veteran Aaron Dessner, the record blends atmospheric arrangements with sharper lyrical self‑examination. Kahan expands...
ENSIFERUM & FIREWIND Announce North American Tour
Finnish folk‑metal veterans Ensiferum announced the "Winter Storm Over North America 2026" tour, kicking off on September 9 at ProgPower USA XXV and concluding September 27 in Seattle. Greek power‑metal act Firewind will accompany the trek, appearing on every date except the opening show in...
Sleeping With Sirens Announce New Album ‘An Ending In Itself’
Sleeping With Sirens announced their eighth studio album, “An Ending In Itself,” slated for release on June 12. Produced by veteran Will Yip, the record marks the band’s first full‑band studio collaboration in years, moving away from the previous guitarist‑centric...
Here Are the Lyrics To Langley, Wallen 'I Can't Love You Anymore'
Ella Langley's sophomore album Dandelion, released on April 10, quickly rose to No. 1 on the country album chart. On April 24 she added a new duet, “I Can’t Love You Anymore,” featuring Morgan Wallen, and the pair debuted the song live on...
Ill Peach Announce Second Album EAVESDROPPING
ill peach, the alt‑pop duo known for collaborations with SZA, Pierce the Veil and Weezer, is releasing its second full‑length album *EAVESDROPPING* on June 26 through Handwritten Records. The record marks the group’s evolution into a trio with the addition...
Solstice Festival Expands 2026 Line-Up
Finland's Solstice Festival unveiled its full 2026 roster, running June 18‑20 on the Rukatunturi fell. A new 150‑person dance floor called The Hut will spotlight experimental club music, curated with New York’s The Lot Radio on its tenth anniversary. The...
SPIRIT ADRIFT Added To Decibel Magazine Tour In Place Of FULCI
Spirit Adrift has been added to the Decibel Magazine Tour, replacing Fulci for a 21‑date North American run. The shows double as the band’s farewell circuit following the release of their sixth and final album, Infinite Illumination. Nate Garrett highlighted...
Essential Releases, April 24, 2026
April 24 2026’s Essential Releases spotlight a wave of independent music spanning five continents. Black Nile’s fourth album *Indigo Garden* fuses jazz‑funk with Pan‑African motifs, while Bel Cobain’s *Kizzy* pushes alt‑R&B into atmospheric, electronic terrain. Indonesia’s Pure Wrath delivers a genre‑bending black‑metal‑shoegaze...
Premiere: Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol Serve Up a Fuzzy New Jam in “Peaches”
Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol, the “doom wop” trio, premiered their new single “Peaches” ahead of the upcoming album CA$H GRAB. The track is a fuzzy, hook‑laden tune that the band says could make Green Album‑era Weezer jealous. The release coincides...
Festival News: Rock en Seine Locks in Lineup
Rock en Seine has unveiled its full 2026 roster, featuring headliners Tyler, The Creator, Lorde, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Deftones and The Cure for the August 26‑30 run at Domaine National de Saint‑Cloud. Supporting acts include The Black...
The 5 Best Tracks From April 2026
Dazed’s April 2026 roundup spotlights five standout tracks from emerging and established artists, ranging from H.LLS’s alt‑dance RnB single “GUERILLAZ FEAT. LUCY PARK” to Loukeman’s lo‑fi‑laden “TO THE SKY.” The list features fresh voices like Swedish pop‑EDM hybrid Jalda, Canadian dream‑pop singer Sophia Stel’s A24‑label debut, and...
Summer 2026 Preview: Rock's 85 Biggest Tours
The summer 2026 rock touring calendar is dominated by high‑profile reunions and farewell runs. Rush will hit the road for the first time since drummer Neil Peart’s death, the Black Crowes are reuniting, and Triumph returns with its classic trio....
WATCH: Bring Me The Horizon Give ‘YOUtopia’ Its Live Debut
British rock outfit Bring Me The Horizon opened their U.S. tour on April 23 in Los Angeles, debuting the 2024 track “YOUtopia” from their seventh album “Post Human: Nex Gen.” The song premiered midway through the Hollywood Palladium show, accompanied by a surprise...
Thin Lizzy Were the Boys All Along
In 1976 Thin Lizzy’s album *Jailbreak* teetered on the brink of being dropped, but the modest track “The Boys Are Back in Town” unexpectedly became a breakout hit. Two Louisville DJs gave the song heavy rotation, propelling it to No. 12 on...
OOIOO and Lightning Bolt: Together at Last!
OOIOO and Lightning Bolt have issued a split LP titled *The Horizon Spirals/The Horizon Viral*, pairing two of the underground’s most daring acts. The record juxtaposes OOIOO’s two extended, rhythm‑rich tracks with Lightning Bolt’s five concise, high‑octane pieces. Both groups...
As December Falls Share Explosive New Track ‘Teeth’
American post‑hardcore trio As December Falls dropped “Teeth,” the heaviest track yet from their upcoming fifth album. Vocalist Bethany Hunter says the song tackles the unsettling nature of parasocial relationships, pushing the band into new, heavier territory. The release precedes...
Yung Lean Debuts New Music in Short Film Storm Pt. I & II
Swedish rapper Yung Lean has returned with his first new music since the 2025 album Jonatan, releasing a two‑track single in partnership with French producer Gener8ion. The tracks serve as the soundtrack for his new short film Storm Pt. I...
“It’s How The Beatles Must Have Felt” – Stephen Street on Recording The Smiths’ The Queen Is Dead
Stephen Street reflects on the 40th‑anniversary of The Smiths’ landmark album *The Queen Is Dead*, describing how the band’s confidence and studio experimentation shaped its sound. He recounts recording the title track at Jacobs residential studio, using samplers, looping, and...
RØRY Shares Powerful Party Anthem ‘KIDS THESE DAYS’
British indie‑pop artist RØRY announced a tongue‑in‑cheek political movement called the Kids These Days Party, complete with a self‑produced anthem titled “KIDS THESE DAYS.” The party’s manifesto satirically claims it will "de‑unite Britain" and "stop hope," positioning the project as...
Add to Playlist: The Disaster-Baiting Jazz-Rock Brinkmanship of Taupe and the Week’s Best New Tracks
Glasgow trio Taupe has dropped their third album, *Waxing | Waning*, on Minority Records, capturing their notorious live intensity in a studio setting. The record fuses “not jazz” improvisation, sludgy rock, and home‑grown electronics, highlighted by the chaotic single “Lemonade Tycoon.” Critics note...
Arijit Singh Teams up with Ruaa Kayy and RUTVXK for ‘Laiyaan’, Months After Announcing Retirement
Arijit Singh released the independent single “Laiyaan” on April 16, teaming with vocalist Ruaa Kayy and producers Harjyot and Ritvik (RUTVXK). The track departs from his Bollywood playback roots, favoring a minimal, emotionally driven arrangement. Within hours, fans praised the song’s...
KNIFE BRIDE ‘Sorry About the Plague’ | Track By Track
British alt‑rock outfit Knife Bride released its first EP, “sorry about the plague,” on April 24, 2026. The six‑track record, led by the single “alone at the altar,” delves into self‑destructive impulses, medication ambivalence, and fragile identity. Frontwoman Mollie Clack describes the project...
Black Veil Brides Team Up With Machine Head On Brutal Single ‘Revenger’
Black Veil Brides have teamed up with Machine Head for the single “Revenger,” the lead track from their upcoming album Vindicate, due May 8 on Spinefarm Records. Frontman Andy Biersack says the song explores the ethical dilemma of seeking ultimate justice, prompting...
WATCH: Dave Grohl Surprise Foo Fighters Fan Singing Karaoke
On April 23, Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl surprised a fan by joining her karaoke performance of the band’s classic “Monkey Wrench” during a London listening party for the new album “Your Favorite Toy.” The impromptu duet unfolded in an...
Big Thief Live at Brixton Academy – a Band that Refuses to Stand Still
Big Thief wrapped up a four‑night residency at London’s Brixton Academy, opening with the brand‑new acoustic ballad “What I Only Dream Of.” The set blended fresh material—six songs debuted on the tour—with fan favourites and tracks from their latest album,...
Who’s Who in ‘Michael’: A Guide to the Characters
The upcoming biopic “Michael” stars Jaafar Jackson, the nephew of the pop legend, as Michael Jackson. It chronicles the singer’s rise from a child in Gary, Indiana to global stardom, featuring industry icons like Quincy Jones, Gladys Knight and Motown founder Berry Gordy....