N0TRIXX (FFO: MIMI BARKS) Takes You On "A Journey Into The Depths Of A Troubled Mind" On Debut LP, 'A...
Russian‑born, UK‑based artist n0trixx released her debut concept album *A Catalogue of Madness and Melancholia*, a genre‑spanning collection that fuses metalcore, trap, EDM, industrial and grunge. Each of the nine tracks serves as an audio portrait of a distinct mental‑health condition, from depression to dissociative identity disorder. The project has earned early praise from outlets such as Metal Hammer and Kerrang! and underscores the artist’s personal experience with DID and BPD. n0trixx produced and wrote the album herself while on a UK Global Talent Visa.
Track Premiere: Bronco Forte – “Sixteen Lanes”
Bronco Forte, a Los Angeles‑based stoner‑rock quartet, premiered their new single “Sixteen Lanes” on March 23, 2026. The track, inspired by a drive on I‑5 and commentary on return‑to‑office mandates, showcases a slow‑burning sound reminiscent of early Queens of the...
Puscifer Kick Off Spring 2026 Tour, Perform Entire New Album and More: Video + Setlist
Puscifer kicked off its spring 2026 North American tour on March 20 in Las Vegas, delivering an 18‑song set that featured every track from the newly released album *Normal Isn’t*. The tour will run through May 14, hitting major markets such as Dallas,...
Incendiary Announce Rarities Comp & Long Island Show: Hear Previously Unreleased “Not Your Prophet”
Long Island hardcore band Incendiary has released a digital rarities compilation titled “Product Of New York,” with a physical edition slated for May 15. The collection gathers early split 7″ tracks, the debut “Amongst The Filth” EP, a Beastie Boys “Sabotage”...
On Their Own Terms: How the AACM Built a New American Music
The Association for the Advancement of Creative Music (AACM) was founded in Chicago in 1965 as a collective of avant‑garde musicians seeking artistic freedom beyond bebop conventions. Led by Muhal Richard Abrams and later joined by figures such as Henry...
Colombian Star Feid Unveils 2026 U.S. Tour Dates
Colombian urbano star Feid announced his 2026 U.S. tour, “Feid vs Ferxxo: Falxo Tour – El Mano a Mano Del Año,” following the release of his new album *EL GREEN PRINT: La Saga (Disc 1) — FEID VS FERXXO*. The...
IHeartMedia / Tik Tok Alliance Sought to Reinvent Album Releases
iHeartMedia and TikTok have launched a joint album‑release framework that merges live radio, social media, and fan‑generated content. The pilot, built around Bruno Mars' first solo album in a decade, streamed the nine tracks via iHeartRadio Talkback and TikTok Live before...
Former MISFITS Singer MICHALE GRAVES: 'I've Been A Christian All My Life'
Former Misfits frontman Michale Graves revealed in a podcast that his songwriting has long been rooted in his lifelong Christian faith. He credited fellow Misfits members for encouraging his openness and discussed how he now frames his music as a...
Nearing 93, Willie Nelson Is Still Chasing His Dreams
Willie Nelson, soon to turn 93, announced his 79th studio album, *Dream Chaser*, slated for release on May 29, 2026. The record features six original tracks, a co‑write with Bob Dylan, and production by longtime partner Buddy Cannon. Nelson also...
Crash of Rhinos Announce First New LP in over 10 Years & Shows, Share “Figures of Light”
UK emo veterans Crash of Rhinos announced their first new album in more than ten years, self‑releasing *Logbook* on May 22, 2026. The record, recorded in a hometown library and a remote Cumbria barn, features the lead single “Figures of...
Ex-KAMELOT Singer ROY KHAN On His Upcoming Debut Solo Album: 'It's Definitely Gonna Be Metal'
Former Kamelot frontman Roy Khan announced his first solo album, slated for release in late 2026 or early 2027. The record will be a metal‑centric effort, though Khan hints at occasional brighter tracks, and is being produced by longtime Kamelot...
Kesha to Embark on the Freedom Tour
Pop star Kesha announced the Freedom Tour, a North American leg beginning in May with electronic duo Chromeo as the opening act. The itinerary weaves through major amphitheaters, stadiums, and festival stages before extending to a European summer circuit that...
‘Back To The Future: The Musical’ Making-Of Documentary To Feature Michael J. Fox And Broadway Cast – Watch Trailer
A feature‑length documentary titled *A Future on Stage* premieres on March 24 across Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, YouTube and other platforms. Directed by Brian Stillman, it includes new interviews with Michael J. Fox, Robert Zemeckis and the Broadway and West End...
The Doobie Brothers Announce North American Walk This Road Tour
The Doobie Brothers have unveiled a North American leg of their "Walk This Road" tour, kicking off on September 26, 2026 in Ohio and wrapping up on October 21 in Florida. The itinerary supports their 2025 studio album Walk This...
Grammy-Winning Duo CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso Map Out ‘FREE SPIRITS World Tour’
Argentine Grammy‑winning duo CA7RIEL and Paco Amoroso announced their “FREE SPIRITS World Tour,” supporting their new album. The Live Nation‑promoted trek kicks off May 14 in Buenos Aires and will cover 39 shows across North America, Europe, and Latin America...
In Defence of Chappell Roan
Singer Chappell Roan faced accusations from Brazilian footballer Jorginho Frello that her security team aggressively confronted his 11‑year‑old stepdaughter in São Paulo. Roan denied seeing the child and clarified the guard involved was not part of her personal detail, posting an...
Download Festival Reveal 2026 District X Line-Up
Download Festival has unveiled the 2026 District X schedule, running June 10‑14 at Donington Park, with the main music program kicking off on June 12. The expanded District X segment features pop act FIVE alongside rock staples like Electric Six, Bat Sabbath, The All‑American Rejects and Dune Rats....
Enter To Win Free VIP Tickets To A LACUNA COIL Show Of Your Choice
Italian gothic‑metal band Lacuna Coil has launched a free VIP ticket giveaway, allowing three fans (plus a guest each) to choose any upcoming show. Winners receive a full VIP package that includes meet‑and‑greet access, exclusive merchandise, early venue entry, and a...
Wu-Tang Clan Announce Final Tour “Encore” With Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
Wu‑Tang Clan announced an “encore” leg of their so‑called final tour, kicking off on August 27, 2026, and running through October 4. The hip‑hop legends will be joined by Bone Thugs‑N‑Harmony, who open most dates, including festival slots at Shaky...
POWERRAGE, Featuring Former EXCITER Guitarist JOHN RICCI, Releases Second Single, 'Dragon Man'
Powerrage, the new metal outfit fronted by former Exciter guitarist John Ricci, has released its second single “Dragon Man” with an official lyric video. The track comes from the band’s debut album Beast, slated for an April 24 release on High Roller...
‘The Most Stunningly Awful Wonderful Record’: How the Shaggs Became Rock’s Most Divisive Band
The Shaggs, a 1960s trio of sisters forced into music by their father Austin Wiggin Jr., released the baffling album *Philosophy of the World* in 1969, which initially vanished with most copies missing. Decades later, the record resurfaced through a...
ILL NIÑO Parts With Brand New Guitarist Hired Earlier This Year
Ill Niño announced a 25th‑anniversary tour for their debut album *Revolution Revolución*, but just three weeks before the first show the band dismissed guitarist Xander Raymond Charles, who had been hired earlier this year. Charles posted on Instagram that the...
Model/Actriz Surprise Release New EP Ahead of Spring Tour (Listen)
Model/Actriz has surprise‑released a three‑track EP titled *Swan Songs* to kick off their spring North American tour, which launches in Durham, NC on March 25. The EP blends a new banger, “Glassman,” with more subdued cuts, including a Dido‑inspired track. The...
Album Review – Colton Bowlin’s “Grandpa’s Mill”
Colton Bowlin’s debut album "Grandpa’s Mill" delivers homespun Appalachian storytelling backed by producer David “Fergie” Ferguson, echoing the raw authenticity of Sturgill Simpson and Tyler Childers. The record leans heavily on personal and regional narratives, from murder ballads like “Dirty...
FOUNDERS KEEPERS: The Triumphant Return of Crooked Fingers, Plus New Music From the Delines, Steve Poltz, and More
Eric Bachmann revives his Crooked Fingers project with "Swet Deth," his first album under the moniker in 15 years. The record draws on personal experiences, including a near‑fatal heart attack and his son’s artwork that inspired the title. High‑profile guests...
Preserving the French Underground: A Guide to Souffle Continu
Souffle Continu Records, founded in 2014, is systematically restoring and releasing obscure 1970s French underground music that blends free jazz, prog rock, and musique concrète. Recent issues feature Jac Berrocal’s live sessions, Birgé & Gorgé’s avant‑garde synth‑guitar experiments, Camizole’s 1977 concert recordings, and...
Billy Woods and Mickey Diamond Take a Bite Out of “Peter and the Wolf”
Underground hip‑hop duo billy woods and Mickey Diamond have released “Peter and the Wolf,” a hip‑hop reinterpretation of Sergei Prokofiev’s classic tale. The single, produced by Sam Seed, pairs woods as Peter with Diamond as the Wolf over a cinematic blend...
Ben Wendel’s ‘BaRcoDe’ Is Unique and Uniquely Excellent
Ben Wendel’s new album *BaRcoDe* pairs his tenor saxophone with four vibraphonists/percussionists, creating a hybrid of jazz, chamber, and electronic music. Recorded after residencies at New York’s Jazz Gallery, the record features six tracks—five originals and a Jobim cover—built on...
Downtown Boys Announce First Album in 9 Years, Share “No Me Jodas”
Downtown Boys announced their first album in nine years, *Public Luxury*, set for release on June 26 through Sub Pop. The record, co‑produced by guitarist Joey La Neve DeFrancesco and engineer Seth Manchester, seeks to translate the band’s high‑energy live...
Full Album Stream: Zerre – “Rotting on a Golden Throne”
German thrash outfit Zerre has dropped its sophomore full‑length, *Rotting on a Golden Throne*, via Dying Victims Productions. The record amplifies the band’s speed, aggression and dark atmosphere, moving further from their punk‑infused debut toward straight‑ahead thrash. Drawing heavily on...
Is Céline Dion About To Announce Paris Concert Dates? Speculation Rife As Posters Bearing Hit Song Titles Appear On Streets...
Céline Dion may soon announce a series of Paris shows after a mysterious poster campaign featuring her hit song titles appeared throughout the city. Canadian outlet La Presse reported that the singer could stage two concerts per week at the 40,000‑seat Paris La Défense...
AFI Announce UK Headline Tour
AFI announced a UK headline tour that runs alongside their appearances at Outbreak Fest and All Points East in London. The dates mark the band’s first UK shows since supporting Deftones in 2017 and their first proper headline run since 2010. The itinerary...
‘Thala Meets Thala’: AR Rahman’s Video with MS Dhoni at CSK’s ROAR 2026 Takes over the Internet
AR Rahman performed at CSK’s ROAR 2026 fan event in Chennai and posted an Instagram video showing a brief, friendly encounter with captain MS Dhoni. The clip, captioned “Thala meets Thala,” quickly went viral, highlighting the shared nickname that links the city’s music...
The “Baritenor” Michael Spyres Soars in the Met’s New “Tristan Und Isolde”
The Metropolitan Opera’s latest "Tristan und Isolde" under Yuval Sharon blends philosophical ambition with a visually crowded stage. Michael Spyres, a self‑styled "baritenor," delivers a securely sung Tristan that eclipses many recent interpretations. Lise Davidsen’s Isolde, while dazzling in the...
Meet the Africans Remaking Classical Musical on the World Stage
African musicians are reshaping the classical canon by spotlighting a rich, often overlooked repertoire from across the continent. Nigerian pianist Rebeca Omordia launched Wigmore Hall's eight‑year African Concert Series, featuring traditional instruments like the ọjà, kora and nyatiti alongside works...
Ruvim Echiusciu on the Evolving Scholar-Performer Model
Ruvim Echiusciu illustrates the rising scholar‑performer model in classical music, where emerging artists blend rigorous academic study with active stage careers. He balances a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance at Belhaven University with international solo engagements, emphasizing steady daily...
BTS on Track for the Biggest Album Debut of 2026 With 'ARIRANG'
South Korean boy band BTS is set to achieve the biggest album debut of 2026 with their new record ARIRANG. Early industry projections estimate first‑week activity between 550,000 and 600,000 units, driven by strong physical sales and streaming. Target leads...
"Open Your Mind. Wear What You Want, Sing What You Want to Sing, Be What You Want to Be. Be...
Ana Popovic, the Serbian blues guitarist, is set to play London’s Jazz Café on March 30 with a flexible seven‑piece ensemble. She recently received high‑profile praise from Bruce Springsteen, who called her “one hell of a guitarist.” Her latest album, *Dance To The...
Every Song on the ‘Bring Me The Horizon L.I.V.E. In São Paulo’ Soundtrack
Bring Me The Horizon’s São Paulo concert will be screened in select cinemas worldwide on March 25 and March 28, 2026, offering fans a two‑day immersive experience. The film, titled *L.I.V.E. in São Paulo (Live Immersive Virtual Experiment)*, is co‑directed by CiRCUS HEaD and frontman Oliver Sykes...
Barry Manilow Announces First New Studio Album of Mostly New Material in Nearly 15 Years
Barry Manilow will release his 33rd studio album, *What a Time*, on June 5, marking his first collection of mostly new material in nearly 15 years. Produced primarily by Manilow and longtime collaborator Michael Lloyd, the record features guest appearances...
"On Paper, It's Hard to Imagine Ronstadt as a Road-Weary Trucker, but She Completely Owns Lowell George's Willin'." Linda Ronstadt...
Released in November 1974, Linda Ronstadt’s *Heart Like a Wheel* marked her breakthrough from a strong live act to a commercial powerhouse. The album’s eclectic mix of country, rock, folk and R&B, anchored by Ronstadt’s powerful interpretations, produced hit singles...
BTS, the World’s Biggest Boy Band, Return From Military Service with Arirang
South Korean boy band BTS, the world’s biggest music act, has completed its mandatory military service and re‑emerged with the documentary series "Arirang" on Disney+. The eight‑member group, which paused all activities for nearly two years, uses the series to...
Robyn — Sexistential
Swedish pop icon Robyn released her ninth studio album, *Sexistential*, on March 27, 2026 via Young Records. The record intertwines her experiences of motherhood with overt sexuality, revisiting early‑2000s material like “Blow My Mind” while adding fresh demos. Musically, it...
If Opera Festival Unveils 2026 Lineup
The If Opera Festival marks its 30th anniversary with a 2026 season that runs from August 6 to 14, featuring Bizet’s Carmen, a baroque drinking‑song concert, a family‑friendly Carmen fiesta, Oscar Straus’s The Chocolate Soldier, and a baroque masterclass. Productions...
Hit Songwriter, Bluegrass Great Ronnie Bowman Dies in Motorcycle Crash
Renowned bluegrass vocalist, guitarist and songwriter Ronnie Bowman died at age 64 following a motorcycle crash in Ashland City, Tennessee, on March 22, 2026. Bowman’s career spanned more than three decades, highlighted by a 11‑year tenure with the Lonesome River...
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Sentence Structure in the Country
Experimental musician Mari Rubio’s new album *sentence structure in the country* merges Auto‑Tune‑processed vocals with classic country elements like pedal steel and banjo, creating a soundscape that questions the old dichotomy between technology and authenticity. Recorded in New York with...
Q & A: Music Director Peter Whelan on His Vision for Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale & the 2026-27 Season...
Peter Whelan steps in as the new Music Director of the Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale, unveiling the 2026‑27 season titled “The Power of Music.” The season opens with Handel’s opera Tolomeo, features a cross‑cultural Vivaldi‑and‑oud program, and presents the U.S....
Berkshire Opera Festival to Present ‘Once Upon an Opera’
The Berkshire Opera Festival (BOF) will stage a free, interactive family concert titled “Once Upon an Opera” on April 12 at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. The one‑hour program showcases soprano Juliet Schlefer, mezzo‑soprano Abbegael Greene,...
Mexican Conductor Felipe Tristán Earns Mayte Spínola Gold Medal
Mexican conductor Felipe Tristán has been awarded the Mayte Spínola Gold Medal, a top honor from the Grupo Pro Arte y Cultura recognizing contributions that fuse culture, society, and patronage. The ceremony takes place in Belgium, underscoring the award’s international...
Clémentine Margaine, Constantin Trinks, Ian Bostridge, Lidia Fridman Headline Opéra De Lyon’s 2026-27 Season
The Opéra de Lyon unveiled its 2026‑27 season, featuring a blend of classic operas, contemporary works, and extensive concert and recital programming. Star performers Clémentine Margaine, Constantin Trinks, Ian Bostridge and Lidia Fridman headline key productions, including new stagings of Prokofiev,...