
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 April 18 in Alabama. Co‑written with Austin Goodloe and Joybeth Taylor, the heartbreak ballad expands the album’s narrative and aligns with the Still the Problem Tour, which now includes eight additional joint dates. The collaboration leverages Wallen’s massive fanbase, likely boosting streaming numbers and ticket sales.
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....

Emily Portman – Dominion of Spells
Emily Portman’s fourth album, Dominion of Spells, arrived on May 1, 2026 via Hudson Records after a brief scandal in which AI‑generated copies of her voice were uploaded to Spotify and Apple Music. The deepfake albums were quickly removed, but the episode highlighted...

Crimson Desert OST Volume 1 Official Album Released
Pearl Abyss has launched the first official soundtrack for its open‑world title Crimson Desert, offering the Crimson Desert Original Soundtrack Volume 1 as a free downloadable content (DLC) on Steam. The collection features 75 high‑fidelity tracks in MP3 and FLAC formats,...

An Ancient Philosophical Song Reconstructed and Played for the First Time in 1,000 Years
Cambridge University researchers have reconstructed a 1,000‑year‑old song drawn from Boethius' *Consolation of Philosophy*. By deciphering the melodic outlines encoded in an 11th‑century manuscript, Dr. Sam Barrett enabled a modern performance of the piece. Medieval ensemble Sequentia—Benjamin Bagby, Hanna Marti...

Walter Smith III: Twio Vol 2 Review – Classic Jazz Is Vividly Alive in the Hands of This Incisive Saxophonist
Walter Smith III’s new Blue Note release, *Twio Vol 2*, revisits classic jazz standards with a stripped‑down trio of saxophone, bass and drums. The 45‑year‑old Houston‑born saxophonist blends bebop‑era phrasing with modern improvisational flair, delivering fresh takes on songs such as...

Kneecap Strikes Back
Irish‑language rap trio Kneecap is releasing its sophomore album *Fenian* on May 1, turning a historic insult into a rallying cry. The record, which mixes Irish, Arabic and English, follows a turbulent year that saw the band win a BAFTA, an...

Paul Weller on Barbie, Billie Eilish and Being a Granddad
Paul Weller, the 67‑year‑old "Modfather," is releasing "Weller At The BBC Volume 2," a collection of live performances recorded for the BBC between 2008 and 2024. The double‑disc set features his classic hits alongside a cover of Billie Eilish’s Barbie soundtrack song,...

Blue Angel Sparkling Silver 2
Riya Mahesh, performing as Quiet Light, has dropped her seventh album, *Blue Angel Sparkling Silver 2*, the most high‑profile release of her career and her first on the True Panther label. The record showcases a polished art‑pop sound that builds on...
A Century Closes In A Single Day
Two cultural icons passed away on the same day: Michael Tilson Thomas, the 81‑year‑old former music director of the San Francisco Symphony, and Ruth Slenczynska, the 101‑year‑old pianist who was Sergei Rachmaninoff’s last surviving student. Meanwhile, AI continues to infiltrate creative...
Música Mexicana Songsmith Armenta Is Writing His Own Destiny
Miguel Armenta, a 25‑year‑old songwriter with more than 60 credits, has become a pivotal force in música mexicana. He crafted Fuerza Regida’s Billboard Hot 100 breakthrough “Bebe Dame” and wrote hits like “Marlboro Rojo” for the group and “Dos Días” for Tito...

Dumbfoundead's Battle Rap Memoir 'Spit' Is a K-Town Story of Cyphers and Survival
Los Angeles‑born battle rapper Jonnie Park, known as Dumbfoundead, has published his debut memoir “Spit: A Life in Battles,” released April 14 by Third State Books. The book, with a foreword by Anderson .Paak, chronicles his immigration from Argentina, his rise through...

Rappers and Hip-Hop Executives Honored With Keys to the City
Hip‑hop’s cultural influence is underscored as cities across the United States continue to award keys to prominent rappers and executives. The tradition, dating back to the genre’s early community roots, has recognized figures such as Dr. Dre, Nicki Minaj, and more recent...
Taylor Swift Has a Record-Tying 8 Grammy Nods for Song of the Year, But Has Yet to Win: Will 2027...
Taylor Swift has amassed eight Grammy nominations for Song of the Year, tying the record for most nods by any songwriter. Despite her prolific catalog, she remains winless in the category, matching Jack Antonoff’s 0‑8 record and joining Lady Gaga’s 0‑5...
Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” Is 10 Years Old & Still Feels Like A Cultural Reset
Ten years after its surprise debut, Beyoncé’s Lemonade remains a cultural touchstone. The project launched as a one‑hour HBO visual album before the music release, instantly sparking intense social‑media debate. Its blend of genre‑spanning tracks, striking Southern imagery, and themes...

Horsegiirl Announces Debut Album ‘Nature Is Healing’ with Hypnotic ‘Earth Is Turning’
Berlin‑based DJ Horsegiirl announced her debut album Nature Is Healing, slated for release on June 5 through RCA. The record is led by the hypnotic single “Earth Is Turning,” which blends trance‑y beats with nature‑sampled sounds. Produced alongside heavyweights such as A.G. Cook,...

50th Anniversary of Ramones’ Debut Album To Be Celebrated with Reissues, Museum Exhibit, and Special Events
The Ramones’ self‑titled debut album turns 50 on April 23, 2026, prompting a series of commemorations. Rhino announced new vinyl, CD and deluxe box‑set reissues slated for release before year‑end. The Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas will open an official Ramones...
Jack Harlow Recalls When He Thought Drake Became The Best Rapper Alive
Jack Harlow told Rolling Stone that he once declared Drake the "best rapper alive," citing the Toronto star’s blend of singing and rap as a core influence. Harlow highlighted Drake’s minimalist production style, saying it taught him to focus on essentials...

Irmin Schmidt’s Requiem Reviewed: The Can Explorer’s Elegiac Hymn to Nature
German avant‑garde pioneer Irmin Schmidt, co‑founder of Can, has issued Requiem, a two‑movement instrumental work recorded at his Luberon retreat. The album weaves field recordings of birdsong, streams and rain with a prepared piano that echoes his early experimental training...
Geese Are Going on Tour and ‘Getting Killed’ Again This Fall
Rock band Geese announced a North American "Getting Killed Again" tour that kicks off on September 29, 2026, at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium and concludes on November 10 in Boston. The itinerary spans 20 dates across the United States and includes...

Geese Set 2026 North American Tour Dates
American indie rock outfit Geese announced an extensive 2026 "Getting Killed Again" tour, covering major North American cities, a European festival circuit, and a stop in Mexico City. The itinerary features headline slots at high‑profile festivals such as Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza,...

‘Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul,’ Documentary On Rock Music Legend, Lands June Theatrical Release
The documentary *Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul* opens nationwide on June 17, debuting with one‑week engagements in Los Angeles and New York and one‑night screenings across the U.S. Directed by James Keach, the film weaves archival footage, interviews and live...
Win Airfare, VIP Tickets & More To Fire In The Mountains 2026 Feat. NEUROSIS, SIXTEEN HORSEPOWER & More
Fire in the Mountains 2026 returns to the Rocky Mountains with an all‑metal lineup anchored by Neurosis, now fronted by Aaron Turner. The festival also features a Sixteen Horsepower reunion, a U.S. debut for Gallowbraid, and exclusive appearances by Borknagar, The Ruins of Beverast, and...

Tim McGraw Scored a Career-Altering Hit With an Unlikely Anthem
Tim McGraw’s 2016 single “Humble and Kind,” written by Nashville songwriter Lori McKenna, became a career‑defining hit. The song topped Billboard’s Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay charts, and its simple, universal message resonated with a broad audience. A striking video...
Lucki Refuses To Delay His Album Despite Sharing Same Release Day As Drake’s “ICEMAN”
Chicago rapper Lucki announced his new mixtape *Drugs R Bad* will drop on May 15, the same day Drake releases his highly anticipated album *ICEMAN*. Lucki revealed the date on March 18 via Instagram, emphasizing confidence in his project despite...

Korn Return with Pounding Single Reward The Scars, in Collaboration with New Diablo IV Expansion Lord Of Hatred
Korn released the single "Reward The Scars" on April 23, marking their first new music since the 2022 album Requiem and the first recording without founding bassist Fieldy. The track is a cross‑media collaboration with Blizzard’s Diablo IV expansion "Lord Of Hatred,"...

How Third Eye Blind Ended up at Stagecoach
Stephan Jenkins of Third Eye Blind negotiated a specific 6 p.m. slot at Stagecoach, insisting the sunset hour creates the band’s optimal energy. The band’s 90s hits continue to thrive on TikTok and Spotify, with four tracks surpassing 100 million streams each....
BLACK VEIL BRIDES Recruits MACHINE HEAD's ROBB FLYNN For New Single "Revenger"
Black Veil Brides have dropped a new single, “Revenger,” featuring Machine Head frontman Robb Flynn. The track is the latest preview from their seventh studio album VINDICATE, slated for release on May 8 via Spinefarm Records. The band also announced a...

Travis Barker Announces New Doc Louder Than Fear
Travis Barker, the famed Blink‑182 drummer, announced his upcoming documentary *Louder Than Fear* will debut on Hulu in summer 2026. The film, revealed at Hulu’s Get Real House Party in Los Angeles, chronicles his life after the 2008 plane crash...