Future Islands Sign Exclusive Global Deal with Universal Music Publishing
Universal Music Publishing Group has signed Baltimore synth‑pop band Future Islands to an exclusive global publishing deal covering their back catalogue and future works. The agreement coincides with the band’s 20th anniversary and the UK Top 10 entry of their 2024 album People Who Aren’t There Anymore. UMPG highlighted the enduring revenue from the 2014 hit “Seasons (Waiting on You)” and its Gold certifications in the US and UK. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Video Premiere: Ravenmocker – “Where the Raven Flies”
Southern California melodic death metal band Ravenmocker has premiered its second single “Where the Raven Flies” with an accompanying video shot in Angeles National Forest. The track deepens the group’s thematic focus on the Raven Mocker cryptid, mixing soaring melodies...
Astrobeats: Which New Song Releases Match Your Zodiac Sign?
Rolling Stone India’s "Astrobeats" pairs twelve newly released Indian indie tracks with zodiac signs, matching each song’s vibe to astrological traits. The piece spotlights artists such as RANJ, Naam Sujal, Chaar Diwaari and emerging producers, highlighting genre‑fluid blends of R&B,...
Kevin Cronin: REO Speedwagon Reunion 'Exceeded My Expectations'
Kevin Cronin said the recent reunion of classic REO Speedwagon members exceeded his expectations, sparking optimism for a longer‑term reconciliation. The band halted touring under the REO Speedwagon name in 2024 after internal disputes, prompting Cronin to perform with the Kevin Cronin...
Clint Black Gets New Hall of Fame Exhibit. Will He Finally Be Inducted Too?
The Country Music Hall of Fame announced a dedicated exhibit, “Clint Black: The Hard Way On Purpose,” opening April 22, 2026 and running through August 2027. The showcase will display Black’s instruments, stage outfits, song manuscripts, photos and video footage, highlighting his...
How BTS’ ‘Arirang’ Comeback Is Shaping a Global Fan-Driven Marketing Play
BTS’s highly anticipated "Arirang" comeback is being amplified by a multi‑channel fan‑centric marketing push. Spotify’s global "SWIMSIDE" campaign pairs an interactive "Decoding Arirang" experience in the app with offline river‑cruise events in Seoul, unlocking exclusive video messages from each member....
Hear Rising Alt-Metal Artist CENOBIA’s “Make Us Whole Again”
Australian alt‑metal artist Cenobia released her first 2026 single, “Make Us Whole Again,” following two breakout tracks in 2025 that amassed millions of streams. The song, teased through desert‑scape Instagram clips, explores identity loss and regret while maintaining the artist’s...
Ustaad Bhagat Singh Song ‘Collar Ey Etthara’: Mythri’s Biggest Ever Song Set, 1,500 Dancers and Pawan Kalyan in Full Flow
Mythri Movie Makers released the third single “Collar Ey Etthara” from the upcoming Telugu film Ustaak Bhagat Singh, showcasing Pawan Kalyan in a high‑energy dance sequence. The song was filmed on the studio’s largest set to date, employing between 1,200 and...
Rewire Completes 2026 Lineup
Rewire has unveiled the final wave of artists for its 2026 edition, adding experimental musicians Lucy Railton, Slikback, Matthew Herbert, and others to an already robust roster. The four‑day festival will run from 9 to 12 April across multiple venues in The Hague,...
ALBUM REVIEW: Tony Trischka’s 'Earl Jam 2' Pays Tribute to Bluegrass Banjo Great, Earl Scruggs
Tony Trischka’s new album *Earl Jam 2* drops on March 13, 2026, extending his Grammy‑nominated tribute to bluegrass legend Earl Scruggs. The record blends traditional Scruggs‑style pieces with unexpected selections, such as “Here Comes the Bride,” showcasing the genre’s versatility. Trischka assembles...
Get To Know… Nia Smith
Nia Smith’s breakout single “Give Up The Fear” quickly amassed a massive, emotionally resonant fanbase, prompting an unexpected creative pause in Jamaica. During that retreat she reflected on the importance of patience in artistry, coining the mantra that “you can’t...
Mary Ocher, “Weimar”
Mary Ocher’s new album *Weimar* fuses stark piano minimalism with her trademark left‑leaning political commentary, revisiting earlier tracks through a Weimar‑era lens. The record’s eight pieces, anchored by an 1870s piano, address rising right‑wing populism, authoritarian drift, and artists’ cost‑of‑living...
Watch a Trailer for the Bob Dylan Center’s Thin Wild Mercury: Dylan 1966 Exhibition
The Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa will launch the "Thin Wild Mercury: Dylan 1966" exhibition on July 18, offering an immersive, multi‑media retrospective of Dylan’s pivotal year. Curator Mark Davidson describes 1966 as a combative, iconic period when Dylan produced...
The Colourfield’s The Sound Of The Colourfield Reviewed: When Terry Hall and Pals Went “Folky Pop”
The Colourfield’s new box set, The Sound Of The Colourfield, compiles the band’s two 1980s albums, a wealth of demos, B‑sides and live footage into a 96‑track collection. Their debut, Virgins And Philistines, delivered the summery folk‑pop hit “Thinking Of...
Flea’s Honora Reviewed: Serial Sideman Finally Gets to Blow His Own Trumpet
Longtime Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has finally issued his first solo record, Honora, after a two‑year intensive focus on trumpet and composition. The album fuses jazz, funk, and experimental rock, enlisting collaborators such as saxophonist Josh Johnson, guitarist...
Ora Cogan Is a ‘Hard Hearted Woman’
Ora Cogan’s ninth studio album, Hard Hearted Woman, arrives on Sacred Bones as a stark evolution from her folk‑gaze roots toward synth‑driven, rhythm‑heavy arrangements. The record intertwines haunting vocals with ominous electronic textures while retaining her signature ethereal lyricism. Lyrically,...
Fabiano Do Nascimento Blossoms on the Organic, Tender ‘Vila’
Brazilian guitarist Fabiano do Nascimento releases his latest album, Vila, recorded with the 16‑piece Vittor Santos Orquestra. The record reimagines longtime favorites such as “O Tempo” and “Plateau” while delivering ten new compositions that fuse his carioca roots with lush...
Tara Clerkin Trio Detail New Album, ‘Somewhere Good’
The Bristol‑based Tara Clerkin Trio announced their new eight‑track album, Somewhere Good, slated for release on 5 June 2026. It follows their critically praised 2023 mini‑album On The Turning Ground and will be available digitally, on CD, and on vinyl. A limited‑edition...
What Is Electronic Music?
An archival BBC video from 1969 revisits the birth of electronic music at the Radiophonic Workshop, the unit established in 1958 to produce sound effects and experimental compositions. The footage features interviews with pioneers like Daphne Oram, who demonstrate the hands‑on...
Never Feel Again – Song by Edward Skeletrix
Edward Skeletrix, an enigmatic underground hip‑hop artist, released his new single “Never Feel Again” on March 11, 2026, as part of the album *Body Of Work*. The track showcases off‑the‑wall production and distorted vocals, reinforcing his reputation for experimental sound....
5 Classical Music Albums You Can Listen to Right Now
The article spotlights five newly released classical albums, beginning with Lise Davidsen’s ‘Live at the Met,’ a 53‑minute recital captured in 2023. It praises Davidsen’s powerful soprano and James Baillieu’s supportive piano, while noting the omission of her onstage commentary....
The Secret History of Rock’s Wildest Stage Prop: P-Funk’s Mothership
George Clinton’s P‑Funk “Mothership” debuted on the 1976 Earth Tour, a $500,000 floating spaceship that became the centerpiece of his funk mythology. Funded by a $1 million loan arranged by Casablanca founder Neil Bogart, the prop turned concerts into theatrical interstellar...
Chaz Prymek & Matthew Sage Announce Duo Debut ‘Shelter,’ & Share Single ‘Hill Blocks View’
Chaz Prymek and Matthew Sage will issue Shelter, their first full‑length duo album in six years, on April 10 via the boutique label AKP. The release follows a period of prolific solo work—Prymek’s Lake Mary project and Sage’s acclaimed RVNG Intl....
Goldie Directs New Documentary Exploring the Rise of Rufige Kru
Goldie, alongside Andy Hayes and London Records, has released *The Rufige Files*, a feature‑length documentary charting the rise of his 1990s moniker Rufige Kru. The film, premiered on 5 March, delves into the early jungle, drum‑and‑bass, and hardcore scenes that shaped the...
The Pussycat Dolls Plot Major Comeback Tour With U.K., Europe & North America Arena Dates
Pop group The Pussycat Dolls announced a 2026 arena tour spanning the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom, marking their first full‑scale tour since disbanding in 2010. The 53‑date run kicks off on June 5 in Palm Desert, California, and...
The Four Seasons: Bill Orcutt’s Music In Continuous Motion
Bill Orcutt’s new album *Music In Continuous Motion* returns to his signature four‑guitar format, delivering a looser, more organic sound than the mathematically precise 2021 release. The compositions loop like a fixed‑gear bike, creating perpetual motion that feels both hypnotic...
Phew and Danielle De Picciotto – Paper Masks
Japanese post‑punk veteran Phew teams with Berlin‑based vocalist Danielle de Picciotto for the experimental album *Paper Masks*. The record transforms de Picciotto’s English and German vocal snippets into manipulated sound objects, creating an eerie, ambient dialogue. Drawing on their long‑standing friendship, the...
Sarasota Opera Announces ‘Salute to the Stars’ Awards Luncheon
Sarasota Opera will host its annual “Salute to the Stars” Awards Luncheon on March 24, 2026, at the Sarasota Yacht Club. The event honors Apprentice and Studio artists from the 2026 Winter Opera Festival with a gourmet lunch and live...
Tzvi Bat Asherah Wins 2026 Dallas Opera National Vocal Competition
Bass‑baritone Tzvi Bat Asherah captured first place at the 34th Dallas Opera National Vocal Competition on March 6, 2026, earning a $10,000 prize and the audience‑selected Jonathan Pell People’s Choice Award. The competition, held at the Winspear Opera House, featured ten finalists...
How Jeff Pilson Found His True Musical Home in Foreigner’s High-Energy, Hit-Making Legacy
Jeff Pilson, former bassist for Dokken and Dio, joined Foreigner in 2004, attracted by the band’s high‑energy rock and songwriting pedigree. Over two decades he absorbed Mick Jones’s approach to vocal production and band dynamics, positioning himself as a journeyman...
Over 1 Million Sign Petition For Heeseung To Pursue Solo Music Without ENHYPEN Exit
BELIFT LAB announced that ENHYPEN member Heeseung will leave the group to focus on a solo career, prompting a massive fan response. Within two days, a Change.org petition demanding he remain in ENHYPEN amassed over 1.23 million signatures. The petition highlights...
Here Are the Lyrics to Olivia Dean’s ‘Man I Need’
Olivia Dean’s single “Man I Need” surged from a modest debut at No. 82 to a No. 2 peak on the Billboard Hot 100, while also topping the Pop Airplay chart. The track marked her first entry on the Hot 100 and became a...
Here Are the Lyrics to Bruno Mars’ ‘Risk It All’
Bruno Mars returned with his fourth solo album, The Romantic, a decade after 24K Magic, instantly reclaiming chart dominance. The lead single “I Just Might” sits at No. 1 on the Hot 100, while the follow‑up “Risk It All” entered the Hot 100...
Agent Provocateur (50 Cent Diss Track) – Song by Papoose
New York rapper Papoose released the five‑minute diss track "Agent Provocateur" on March 11, 2026, targeting 50 Cent amid their escalating online feud. The song accuses 50 Cent of inflating the number of times he was shot and of disparaging fellow G‑Unit...
Kelly Clarkson Says She Never Received Her $1 Million In ‘American Idol’ Prize Money
Kelly Clarkson revealed on her talk show that the $1 million she was promised for winning American Idol in 2002 was not a cash prize but an investment in her career, and she never received the promised vehicle either. She contrasted...
4 Indie Rock Albums Reaching Legal Voting Age in 2026
Four seminal indie‑rock albums from 2008—WHY?’s *Alopecia*, Deerhunter’s *Microcastle*, Ponytail’s *Ice Cream Spiritual*, and Wolf Parade’s *At Mount Zoomer*—are turning 18 in 2026. Each record pushed genre boundaries, from avant‑hip‑hop fusion to stripped‑down post‑punk and experimental math‑rock. Critics praised *Microcastle*...
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CFCF Announces New Album L.U.V.
Montreal producer Mike Silver, known as CFCF, announced his first album under the moniker since 2021’s Memoryland. The new record, titled L.U.V., will be released on June 12, 2026 through BGM Solutions, and its lead single “Let’s Kill Ourselves” features...
Fans Accused The Eagles of Selling Out With This Divisive Record, but the Band Said They Had Nothing to Do...
The Eagles' 1976 compilation *Their Greatest Hits (1971‑1975)* was issued by Asylum Records without the band's approval, sparking accusations of sell‑out from fans. Despite the band's disdain, the album became a historic commercial juggernaut, earning the first Platinum certification and...
Born on This Day in 1911, One of the First “Singing Cowboys” Who Shaped Ernest Tubb’s Career
Born on March 11, 1911, Nolan “Cowboy Slim” Rinehart became a seminal “singing cowboy” and the “King of Border Radio,” broadcasting hillbilly songs from the powerful Mexican station XEPN. His cross‑border signal reached from Mexico to Canada, giving him a massive...
Tour News: Empire of the Sun, Kruder & Dorfmeister, Lydia Lunch / Genre Is Death, Great South Bay Music...
BrooklynVegan’s latest tour roundup highlights a bustling 2026 live‑music calendar. Australian duo Empire of the Sun extends its Ask That God tour with stadium shows in New York, New Jersey and Long Island, while Kruder & Dorfmeister celebrate 30 years...
Bruce Springsteen’s Land of Hope and Dreams Tour 2026: How to Get Tickets
Bruce Springsteen’s Land of Hope and Dreams Tour kicks off March 31, 2026 in Minneapolis and wraps May 27 in Washington, D.C., spanning 20 major U.S. markets. The routing is deliberately symbolic, echoing Springsteen’s outspoken support for Minneapolis residents impacted...
SXSW 2026: The De Los Showcase Will Be a Celebration of Latin Music. Here's Who's Performing
De Los, the Latino‑centric vertical of the Los Angeles Times, returns to SXSW 2026 with its showcase now embedded in a week‑long festival that includes film, TV and interactive programming. The event features a record‑setting lineup of Latin artists, highlighting...
Questlove To Reunite The Soulquarians In Honor Of D’Angelo
Questlove announced on *The Questlove Show* that the Soulquarians will reunite to honor the late D’Angelo, who died in October 2025. He confirmed that core members James Poyser and Bilal will join the revived collective. The original late‑90s/early‑00s group, which...
Harry Styles Catches Marcello Hernández Impersonating Him in ‘SNL’ Promo
Harry Styles returned to Saturday Night Live as both host and musical guest, featuring a promo where impersonator Marcello Hernández dons the Chanel pinstripe suit Styles wore at the 2026 BRIT Awards. The sketch plays on Styles' tardiness, with a...
On This Day in 1978, a Pair of Outlaw Country Legends Were at No. 1 With a Song That Delivered...
On March 11, 1978 Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs with “Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys.” The duet from *Waylon & Willie* stayed atop the chart for four weeks and won...
Mihali Adds May 2026 Tour Dates
Mihali announced six additional Midwest shows for May 2026, extending his tour after a string of festival appearances. The new leg kicks off on May 26 in Davenport, Iowa and concludes on May 31 in Columbus, Ohio, covering Illinois, Wisconsin,...
Herbie Hancock Reveals 2026 Summer Tour Dates
Legendary jazz pianist Herbie Hancock announced a 2026 summer tour spanning 14 performances across North America. The itinerary kicks off on July 26 at Toronto’s Massey Hall and concludes with a tribute concert to Miles Davis at Los Angeles’ Hollywood...
Pro-Putin Supporter Ildar Abdrazakov Named Artistic Director of the Mikhailovsky Theatre
Renowned bass Ildar Abdrazakov, a vocal supporter of President Vladimir Putin, has been appointed artistic director of the St. Petersburg State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater – the Mikhailovsky Theatre. He announced the role on social media, thanking Governor Alexander Beglov...
2 Chainz Explains Drake’s “Genius” Contribution To “F**kin’ Problems”
2 Chainz revealed that Drake and producer 40 reshaped his original verse into the hook for the hit single “F**kin’ Problems,” which also features A$AP Rocky and Kendrick Lamar. The rapper said the final version reflects Drake’s “genius” in reworking...
Blackpink Misses Out On A New No. 1 In America As A Top Pop Star Returns
Blackpink returned with the five‑track EP Deadline, debuting at No. 2 on Billboard's Top Album Sales chart and entering the Billboard 200 at No. 8. The release sold just under 41,500 copies, far behind Bruno Mars' The Romantic, which opened with 93,500 units and...