ABBA Voyage Reaches “Incredible Milestone” Of 4million Visitors
ABBA Voyage, the CGI‑driven concert residency in London’s purpose‑built ABBA Arena, has welcomed its four‑millionth visitor, a figure that quadruples the one‑million milestone reached in April 2023. Since its 2022 debut, the show has staged 1,415 performances, delivering more than 141,500 audience hours. Fans have traveled from as far as New Zealand, generating over five million DLR trips to the venue. The band says the sustained demand will drive plans to replicate the arena in Asia, Australia and North America.
3 Not-So-Old Songs That Gen Z Already Treat Like Classic Rock
The article highlights three late‑2000s and 2010s rock songs—The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside,” Tame Impala’s “The Less I Know the Better,” and The Neighbourhood’s “Sweater Weather”—that Gen Z now treats as classic rock staples. It notes how each track has amassed sustained streaming...
10 Minutes Backstage with David Lee Roth at Coachella
David Lee Roth made a surprise appearance at Coachella, joining singer‑songwriter Teddy Swims to perform Van Halen’s 1984 hit “Jump.” The 71‑year‑old rock icon, dressed in a beaded vest and silver‑black trousers, gave a candid backstage interview that mixed quirky personal...
4 Years Ago Today, Country Music’s Most Iconic Mother-Daughter Duo Reunited for the First Time in Two Decades for a...
In April 2022, the iconic mother‑daughter duo The Judds reunited at the CMT Music Awards, delivering a moving performance of “Love Can Build a Bridge” after a 20‑year hiatus. Their appearance coincided with their induction into the Country Music Hall...
Joe Jonas on What Makes the Perfect Coachella Day Party, From Kid Cudi on the Playlist to an Aperol Spritz...
Aperol returned to Coachella for its fourth year with the free Aperol Day Club, an activation featuring live DJ sets, beauty salons, and immersive installations. To launch the club, the brand enlisted pop star Joe Jonas to host an exclusive surprise...
TRAVIS SEDG BACON (BLACK ANVIL, CONTRACULT COLLECTIVE) Releases New Solo Single, "Dopamine"
Travis Sedg Bacon, known for his work with Contracult Collective and Black Anvil, has launched his solo career with the single “Dopamine,” the lead track from his upcoming EP *Industrial Blues*. The song showcases a self‑coined “industrial blues” style that...
Turnstile Open Coachella Set with Video of Singer Brendan Yates' Father Who Is Recovering From Alleged Attempted Murder Attack by...
Turnstile opened their 2026 Coachella set with a pre‑recorded video of frontman Brendan Yates’ father, Bill Yates, who is recovering from injuries after an alleged attempted murder by former guitarist Brady Ebert. Ebert was arrested, charged with attempted second‑degree murder and...
Why Ringo Starr Said This Beatles Song Was “The Worst Track We Ever Had To Record”
Ringo Starr told Rolling Stone that "Maxwell’s Silver Hammer" was the most difficult Beatles track to record, requiring four lengthy sessions in 1969. The song, written by Paul McCartney for the Abbey Road album, sparked frustration among all members, with...
5 Songs That Prove the 1970s Were Folk Rock Music’s Greatest Decade
The 1970s marked the apex of folk‑rock, producing timeless hits that still dominate playlists. The article highlights five emblematic tracks—Neil Young’s “Heart of Gold,” America’s “A Horse With No Name,” Bob Dylan’s “Tangled Up In Blue,” Joni Mitchell’s “Big Yellow...
After Sold-Out Shrine Runs, Subtronics Takes Dubstep to Coachella's Biggest Stage
Subtronics, the Philadelphia‑born dubstep producer, will headline Coachella 2026’s Sahara Tent, becoming the festival’s highest‑billed bass‑music act. The slot follows a string of six sold‑out shows at L.A.’s Shrine Auditorium and a recent Las Vegas Sphere headline. His set will...
Sabrina Carpenter’s Coachella Set Featured Sam Elliott, Susan Sarandon & Will Ferrell Cameos
Sabrina Carpenter opened Coachella’s first weekend with a 20‑song set that interwove music and scripted skits featuring Sam Elliott, Susan Sarandon, Will Ferrell, Corey Fogelmanis and a Samuel L. Jackson voice cameo. The performance began with a black‑and‑white pre‑recorded short starring...
MAX CAVALERA Joins ATREYU On New Single, "Children Of Light"
Atreyu has released a new single, “Children Of Light,” featuring Sepultura legend Max Cavalera. The track drops on April 24 as the lead‑off for the band’s upcoming tenth studio album, The End Is Not The End, via Spinefarm Records. The collaboration blends...
CHILDREN OF BODOM's JANNE WIRMAN Confirms Plans For More 'Celebration Of Music' Concerts In 2027: 'It's Gonna Continue'
Finnish metal veterans Janne Wirman, Henkka Seppälä, Jaska Raatikainen and early guitarist Alexander Kuoppala staged two sold‑out "Children Of Bodom – A Celebration Of Music" shows at Helsinki's Tavastia club in February 2026, honoring late frontman Alexi Laiho. The concerts...
Labrinth Blasts ‘Euphoria,’ Explains Why His Music Will Not Appear in Season 3: ‘I Don’t Let People Treat Me Like...
British singer‑producer Labrinth announced on Instagram that none of his music will appear in the upcoming third season of HBO’s hit series Euphoria. He explained the decision by saying he refuses to be treated “like s‑t” and criticized the industry’s...
Latto Twerks While Pregnant During Guest Slot At Mariah The Scientist Show
Latto joined Mariah The Scientist’s Atlanta concert on April 10, performing her new single “Big Mama” while visibly pregnant. She twerked and delivered the full song, drawing applause and online buzz for her stamina. The appearance coincides with rumors that...
Alabama Shakes Show “a Snapshot of What We’re Living Through in 2026” On the Howling ‘American Dream’
Alabama Shakes have broken their decade-long silence with the release of “American Dream,” a politically charged single that reflects the social and economic anxieties of 2026. Frontwoman Brittany Howard describes the track as a snapshot of current American struggles, from...
Acid Bath Return to Premier Guitar’s Rig Rundown: Watch
Premier Guitar’s popular Rig Rundown series welcomed back sludge‑metal veterans Acid Bath for a new episode filmed in Tennessee. The show dives into the gear choices of guitarists Mike Sanchez and Sammy Duet, as well as new bassist Shane Wesley, revealing amps,...
Sparklmami Announces Debut Album ‘in This Body’
Chicago singer‑songwriter Sparklmami will drop her debut album ‘in this body’ on June 5 via Verve Records/slowplay. The release is anchored by the new single “no te vayas,” a funk‑infused track with a throwback video featuring Andre Gibson of the Universal...
Swae Lee Seemingly Cut Off From Performing ‘Black Beatles’ During Coachella Performance
During his April 10 Coachella set, Swae Lee was forced to end his performance early, cutting out the Rae Sremmurd hit “Black Beatles” and another new track. Production shut the lights and switched to a Ferris‑wheel visual, prompting Lee to plead on‑stage...
BTS’ ARIRANG World Tour Launches in South Korea: Best Moments From Opening Night
BTS launched the Arirang World Tour on April 9 in Goyang, South Korea, delivering a rain‑soaked 23‑song set that blended new material with classic hits. The concert, the first of three sold‑out stadium nights, featured a powerful “Body to Body” sing‑along...
Here's Morgan Wallen's 2026 Still the Problem Tour Setlist
Country star Morgan Wallen kicked off his 2026 Still the Problem Tour with a sold‑out show at Minneapolis’s U.S. Bank Stadium on April 10. The opening night featured a 28‑song setlist dominated by tracks from his latest album I’m the...
DANNY LOHNER (Ex-NINE INCH NAILS) To Join THE BLACK QUEEN Tour Lineup
American synth‑wave supergroup The Black Queen has added former Nine Inch Nails and A Perfect Circle multi‑instrumentalist Danny Lohner to its spring tour lineup. The tour, the band’s first since 2019, will kick off in May and marks the 10‑year...
Bryan Cranston Goes Viral for Tame Impala X JENNIE ‘Dracula’ Lip-Sync
Bryan Cranston’s backstage lip‑sync to Tame Impala and Jennie’s “Dracula” remix went viral, amassing hundreds of thousands of TikTok views. The remix, released in February, has already been a TikTok favorite, and Cranston’s performance adds a celebrity boost. His appearance coincides...
Turnstile Perform Emotional, Triumphant Set at Coachella 2026
Turnstile delivered a high‑energy, emotionally charged set at Coachella’s Outdoor Theater, cementing their status as a festival‑headlining hardcore act. The performance featured a mix of tracks from their Grammy‑winning album *NEVER ENOUGH* and the earlier *GLOW ON*, igniting what many...
Sabrina Carpenter Sparks Controversy After Seemingly Mocking Fan’s Cultural Celebration at Coachella
Sabrina Carpenter’s Coachella debut sparked controversy after she mocked a fan’s ululation—a traditional Arab and North African celebratory vocalisation—calling it "yodeling" and "weird." The incident ignited a heated debate on social media about cultural sensitivity and the responsibilities of high‑profile...
EINHERJER To Release 'Lifeblood' Album In June; 'Bloodborn' Single Now Available
Norwegian Viking metal veterans Einherjer announced their tenth studio album, Lifeblood, slated for worldwide release on June 19 via By Norse Music. The band debuted the album’s lead single, Bloodborn, which explores primal, nature‑driven themes rooted in Norse heritage. Founder...
The Three Instruments That Lay the Curse in the ‘Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen’ Score
Composer Colin Stetson, known for his work on "Hereditary" and video‑game scores, is providing the original music for Netflix’s horror miniseries "Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen." He built the soundtrack around three core pillars—a natural, tree‑creaking percussion palette,...
DEVO Rip Through Pointed Performance of “Freedom of Choice” At Coachella 2026
DEVO capped their Coachella 2026 set with a politically charged rendition of “Freedom of Choice,” featuring a tattered American flag video and a sardonic “Star‑Spangled Banner” intro. Frontman Gerald Casale closed the performance with a warning about the fleeting nature of...
Morgan Wallen’s Still The Problem Tour Kickoff in Minneapolis: Best Moments
Morgan Wallen launched his Still The Problem Tour on April 10 at Minneapolis’s U.S. Bank Stadium with a two‑night run. The opening night featured a custom video intro, a surprise appearance by former Vikings star Jared Allen, and guest performances by Thomas Rhett,...
EXPERIENCE Says That BRADY EBERT Is No Longer A Member; To Release EP As Planned In June Regardless Of EBERT's...
Experience announced that guitarist Brady Ebert is no longer in the band after his arrest for an attempted murder of Turnstile vocalist Brendan Yates' father. Despite the controversy, the group confirmed the June release of their 12‑song EP *Stay Present*,...
Drake’s Producer OZ Builds “ICEMAN” Hype With A Promising Message
Producer OZ, a frequent collaborator with Drake, posted a cryptic Instagram story reading “Consistency looks like nothing is happening, until everything changes,” reigniting buzz around the yet‑unreleased album ICEMAN. The message arrived amid growing fan speculation, as Drake has offered...
1973 Hit Voted 'Best Country Song of All Time' Rocked The Music Industry
Dolly Parton’s 1973 single “Jolene” has been crowned the top track on Billboard’s 100 Best Country Songs of All Time. The song originally surged to No. 1 on the Billboard Country Songs chart and reached No. 60 on the Hot 100, showcasing its...
Will Ferrell, KPop Demon Hunters, and Susan Sarandon Have All Crashed Coachella so Far
Coachella 2026 opened with pop star Sabrina Carpenter headlining a set that featured cameo appearances by Sam Elliott, Susan Sarandon and comedian Will Ferrell. The festival also spotlighted K‑Pop group Katseye, who performed Oscar‑winning Huntr/x’s song “Golden.” A severe wind and dust...
A DAY TO REMEMBER Announces 'A Day To Remember's Big Ole Boat Show' Cruise With KNOCKED LOOSE, THE DEVIL WEARS...
A Day to Remember has teamed with festival‑cruise veteran Sixthman to launch the inaugural "Big Ole Boat Show," a four‑day cruise from Miami to Nassau aboard Norwegian Jewel from April 28 to May 2, 2027. Presale sign‑ups run through April...
Will Ferrell Makes Random Cameo in Star-Studded Sabrina Carpenter Coachella Performance
Sabrina Carpenter headlined Coachella with a theatrically staged set that featured surprise cameos from Will Ferrell, Sam Elliott and Susan Sarandon. The celebrity interludes turned a music performance into a viral, cross‑industry moment that generated massive social buzz. Carpenter highlighted...
The Oasis Hit Written and Recorded in a Single Day
Oasis’s debut single “Supersonic” was written, recorded and mixed in roughly 11 hours during a December 1993 studio session in Liverpool. Noel Gallagher sketched the song in about ten minutes while the band waited for a Chinese takeaway, and the...
Ex-W.A.S.P. Guitarist CHRIS HOLMES Cancels May 2026 Tour Dates 'Due To Health Issues That Require Immediate Attention'
Former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes has called off his May 2026 United Kingdom and Scandinavia tour due to health issues that need immediate attention. The 67‑year‑old announced the cancellation through a statement from The Abyss club in Gothenburg, confirming that...
Liv Redpath to Perform at Park Avenue Armory
Liv Redpath will make her New York solo recital debut at the Park Avenue Armory’s Board of Officers Room on May 28 and May 30, 2026. She will be joined by pianist Harry Rylance for a French art‑song program titled...
Anna Netrebko, Jonas Kaufmann, Juan Diego Flórez, Elīna Garanča, Lisette Oropesa, Pretty Yende, Asmik Grigorian, Freddie De Tommaso, Luca Salsi, Marina Rebeka,...
The Wiener Staatsoper has released its 2026‑27 season, showcasing more than 30 productions and a roster of world‑renowned artists such as Anna Netrebko, Jonas Kaufmann, Juan Diego Flórez, and Elīna Garanča. Highlights include new productions of Zemlinsky’s "Eine Florentinische Tragödie" and Bartók’s "Bluebeard’s...
Sabrina Carpenter Turns Coachella Into Sabrinawood
Sabrina Carpenter headlined Coachella 2026, turning the festival into a "Sabrinawood" spectacle that showcased her upcoming 2025 album Man’s Best Friend. The production, overseen by Jack Antonoff, blended live band arrangements with Hollywood‑themed set pieces and cameo skits featuring Sam...
Here’s the Setlist for Bruno Mars’ “The Romantic Tour” Kick-Off
Bruno Mars launched his first full‑scale, worldwide headlining trek in nearly a decade, kicking off “The Romantic Tour” at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The opening night featured a 26‑song set that mixed tracks from his new album *The Romantic*,...
Young Thug’s Coachella Return Comes With Recent Smoke And Message to Opps
Young Thug is set to perform on both weekends of Coachella, marking a high‑profile comeback amid his *UY SCUTI* rollout. The shows serve as a public statement after a period of legal uncertainty tied to the YSL RICO indictment. Simultaneously,...
Anyma’s Coachella Set Cancelled Due to “Strong Wind Conditions”
American‑Italian DJ Anyma’s midnight set on Coachella’s main stage was cancelled after 15 minutes due to strong wind conditions that reached 35 mph. The festival issued an app notification, emphasizing safety as the priority. Organizers have not confirmed whether the performance...
Hip-Hop Voices Clash as Pooh Shiesty and Big30 Case Fuels Public Divide
Pooh Shiesty and Big30 are entangled in a criminal case alleging kidnapping and robbery linked to Gucci Mane, sparking a heated debate within hip‑hop. The dispute has moved beyond the courtroom, with artists publicly choosing sides on social media. Moneybagg Yo posted...
BossMan Dlow Drops ‘Chicken Talkin’ Bastard’ Featuring DaBaby, Trey Songz, and More
BossMan Dlow released his 20‑track album Chicken Talkin’ Bastard across all streaming platforms, enlisting guest verses from DaBaby, Trey Songz, G Herbo and OJ da Juiceman. The project’s lead single “Motion Party” quickly became the most‑added urban radio track and entered the Billboard Hot 100,...
Women Lead 2026 ACM Nominations Across Major Categories
Women dominate the 2026 Academy of Country Music (ACM) nominations, with Megan Moroney leading at nine nods and Miranda Lambert close behind with eight. Ella Langley and Lainey Wilson each earned seven nominations, underscoring a broad female presence across categories from Entertainer...
Lady Gaga and Doechii, the Strokes: 8 Songs We’re Talking About This Week
The New York Times’ weekly music roundup spotlights four standout releases. Lady Gaga teams with Doechii on the house‑driven “Runway,” the soundtrack for The Devil Wears Prada 2. The Strokes unveil “Going Shopping,” the lead single from their Rubin‑produced album Reality Awaits, their first record since 2020. Kelela...
Stone Temple Pilots Crushed Their Critics with the Ambitious Tiny Music… Songs From the Vatican Gift Shop
Stone Temple Pilots released their third studio album, Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop, in 1996. The record marked a deliberate departure from the grunge sound of Core and Purple, embracing glam, post‑punk and experimental textures recorded at...
Mexodus Review: This Live-Looped Musical Is a Theatrical Miracle
Mexodus, an Off‑Broadway musical, blends live‑looped hip‑hop, storytelling and experimental sound design to dramatize the southbound Underground Railroad that led enslaved people to Mexico. Creators Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson compose the entire score onstage, layering vocals, instruments and...
Usher and Chris Brown Announce ‘R&B: Raymond & Brown’ Tour
Usher and Chris Brown have unveiled a joint summer concert series titled “R&B: Raymond & Brown,” set to kick off in June 2026. The tour will span roughly 30 major U.S. markets, pairing the two R&B icons on a single...