Matt Zane Shares Clip of Unfinished Wayne Static Track “Infiltrator”
Filmmaker Matt Zane posted a snippet of an unfinished Wayne Static track titled “Infiltrator,” part of his contentious, unauthorized documentary about the late Static‑X frontman and his wife Tera Wray. The estates of Wayne and Tera, as well as Static‑X, have refused permission to use the original recordings, prompting Zane to seek new vocalists to re‑create the material. Zane claims he will donate 100% of any music profits to the families and is crowdfunding the film’s production. The documentary promises six unreleased or incomplete Static pieces, with “Infiltrator” leading the preview.
Pharrell Opens Up About How the ‘Blurred Lines’ Controversy Changed His Perspective Forever: ‘I Didn’t Get It at First’
The 2013 hit “Blurred Lines” ignited a cultural firestorm over its misogynistic lyrics and a high‑profile copyright lawsuit. Pharrell Williams initially dismissed the criticism, but a 2019 GQ interview revealed that the backlash forced him to reassess his view of...
New Additions to Alan Jackson’s Final Concert Are Family
Alan Jackson’s announced final show will take place on June 27 at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium, a 55,000‑seat venue that sold out within hours after tickets launched. The event, billed as “Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale,”...
Ex-The S.E.T. Brady Ebert Urges Fans Not to Support “Cover Band” After Exit
Former The S.E.T. guitarist Brady Ebert was expelled after publicly disparaging his former band. On the day the group released its debut EP *Self Evident Truth* (March 6), Ebert posted on Instagram urging fans not to stream the record, labeling the...
New Adds to Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Current Playlist (#174)
Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Current Playlist, now followed by over 11,000 Spotify users, has added eight fresh tracks from emerging country and roots artists. The curation remains strictly merit‑based—no paid placements—so each song must prove its quality on its own....
Separating the Signal From the Noise of Sturgill Simpson’s “Mutiny” Leak
Sturgill Simpson’s album *Mutiny After Midnight* was slated for a physical‑only launch on March 13, 2026, but a YouTube leak on March 1 made the record widely available. The leak stemmed from a “treasure hunt” that unintentionally flooded record stores with dozens,...
Conductor Andris Nelsons Has Become a Cautionary Tale
Andris Nelsons will leave the Boston Symphony Orchestra after a tenure marked by early artistic triumphs and recent tension with the orchestra’s leadership. The board cited a misalignment of future vision, reflecting a clash between Nelsons’s traditionalist style and the...
“He Loved Extremes”: The Saga of Townes Van Zandt
The article revisits Townes Van Zandt’s legendary 1973 live performance at Houston’s Old Quarter, the raw recording that became the 1977 album Live at the Old Quarter. It details the bar’s dilapidated setting, the makeshift four‑track TEAC capture, and the...
6 Best New Songs Right Now: 3/6/26
Revolver’s latest roundup highlights six fresh tracks spanning melodic metalcore, nü‑emocore, black‑metal‑trip‑hop fusion, gauzy nu‑gaze, mathcore, and riff‑rock. ERRA launches the djent‑laden single “stelliform” from their seventh album, while GILT delivers a post‑apocalyptic “Seattle Day 2.” Portrayal of Guilt blends...
Fugazi Share Previously Unreleased Recordings Made Alongside Steve Albini
Fugazi has issued a digital collection titled *Albini Sessions (Benefit For Letters Charity)* featuring twelve previously unreleased tracks recorded with Steve Albini in October 1992. The material represents early versions of songs later refined for the band’s 1993 album *In...
Bedelia’s Maiden Voyage
Long‑time friends Miles Morris and Marisa Shirar, who met in high‑school marching band and cut their teeth at the Cobalt Cafe, have launched a new project called Bedelia. Joined by guitarist Dakota Floeter, the trio recorded the debut EP “Never...
Mixtape: KLOF No. 75 (Folk, Ambient, Experimental, Alternative)
KLOF’s latest mixtape, No. 75, blends folk, ambient, experimental and alternative tracks, spotlighting both veteran and emerging artists. The playlist features two songs from Bonnie “Prince” Billy’s freshly released album *We Are Together Again* and two cuts by Gregory Uhlmann from...
NO DEPRESSION SESSIONS at Lucinda's: Steve Earle
Steve Earle headlined the latest No Depression Session at Lucinda’s, a Southern‑country bar in NYC’s East Village, in partnership with Hiatus Tequila. Backed by acoustic guitar and an octave mandolin, he performed three songs—"Copperhead Road," "I Don't Trust Happiness," and...
Album Review – JD Graham’s “Uppers & Downers”
JD Graham’s new album “Uppers & Downers” arrives after he survived a devastating car accident that forced him to cancel his US and European tour. The record, co‑produced by Jason Weinheimer and featuring Tulsa’s top session players, delves into themes...
Let’s Eat Grandma’s Rosa Walton Launches Solo Project
British pop duo Let’s Eat Grandma’s vocalist Rosa Walton announced her debut solo album, “Tell Me It’s A Dream,” slated for release on June 5, 2026 via Transgressive. The record’s lead single, “Sorry Anyway,” showcases an 80s‑inspired alt‑pop sound and explores themes...
What to See at Somerset House Studios’ Assembly This Month
Somerset House Studios’ biannual Assembly returns to London from March 26‑28, presenting a three‑day program of experimental music, installations and talks. The opening night features Ellen Arkbro’s crumhorn‑organ premiere and Laurel Halo’s “Sour Loop” installation, while Friday showcases felicita’s “czysta forma”...
ALBUM REVIEW: Trey Hensley Lays Down a Guitar Masterpiece on ‘Can’t Outrun the Blues’
Trey Hensley’s new album “Can’t Outrun the Blues” arrives after several years of development, delivering a masterclass in guitar‑driven Americana. The record traverses blues, country, folk, and bluegrass, with Hensley writing or co‑writing seven of the ten tracks. Guest musicians...
Essential Releases, March 6th, 2026
Bandcamp Daily’s March 6 roundup showcases a diverse slate of releases, from Gregory Uhlmann’s pastoral ambient album “Extra Stars” to KABEAUSHÉ’s theatrical concept record “IGGY SWAGGERING UNGRATEFUL INCESSANT LITTLE PEEAAAAAAA.” The list also features New Age Doom’s genre‑spanning collaboration with H.R....
MØ Opens New Chapter with Double Single ‘Hunnybån’ / ‘Fine Curls’
Danish pop star MØ has launched a double single, “Hunnybån” and “Fine Curls,” recorded after her May 2025 album Plæygirl. The upbeat “Hunnybån” channels the fury of a friend’s betrayal, while the moody “Fine Curls” captures a tender longing for a...
Video Premiere: Conan – ‘Anger Mask’
UK doom metal trio Conan is set to release the second installment of its DIY 10‑inch vinyl series, with Decibel debuting the new single “Anger Mask.” The track features the band’s signature sludgy riffs and forceful drumming, while its lyrics...
Wesley Joseph Shares Atmospheric New Offering ‘Pluto Baby’
Wesley Joseph has released the atmospheric single “Pluto Baby,” the third track lifted from his forthcoming debut album Forever Ends Someday, slated for an April 10 release on Secretly Canadian. The song, recorded during a thunderstorm in Hastings, blends hazy textures with...
Hear THE WARNING’s Blazing New Song “Kerosene”
The Warning released their second 2026 single, “Kerosene,” a hard‑rock track that follows last month’s country‑crossover “Love to Be Loved.” The song pairs soaring three‑part harmonies with aggressive riff‑rock and fuzz‑bass, while its video showcases tattoo‑shop scenes, a high‑speed highway...
Gretel Drops Latest ‘Squish’ Preview ‘Fire Blooming Trees’
British indie‑rocker Gretel Hanlyn released the new single “Fire Blooming Trees,” the latest teaser from her debut album Squish, slated for 10 April on Breadcrumb Records/AWAL. The track, recorded live, draws its title from the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires and tackles themes of...
Nathan Bowles – Seven Lefts
Nathan Bowles releases Seven Lefts, his first solo album in a decade, delivering over seventy minutes of tape‑recorded improvisations. He built the record on a four‑track cassette machine, layering keyboards, banjo and sampled fragments into sprawling, sixteen‑minute pieces. The album...
Morrissey’s Make-Up Is A Lie Reviewed: Entertainingly All over the Shop
Morrissey's long‑awaited album *Make‑Up Is A Lie* finally arrives three years after the shelved *Bonfire Of Teenagers* saga. The record jumps across genres—electropop, psych‑pop, lounge‑shuffle—and showcases his still‑strong vocal delivery. Produced by Joe Chiccarelli, the album feels oddly cohesive despite...
Laufey at London’s O2 Arena: Timings, Set List, Last-Minute Tickets and Everything You Need to Know
Icelandic singer‑songwriter Laufey will headline two shows at London’s O2 Arena on March 8 and March 9, 2026, supporting her third album *A Matter of Time*. Doors open at 6 pm on Sunday and 6:30 pm on Monday, with the performances slated for roughly 8:20‑9 pm. Alice Phoebe Lou...
A Voice From And For The Sea: The Making of ‘From the Floorboards’
To commemorate the 125th anniversary of the RRS Discovery, the artist released the album *From the Floorboards*, built around the Shackleton Violin—a handcrafted instrument made from the floorboards of Ernest Shackleton’s former Edinburgh home and driftwood. The violin’s maritime provenance...
Dave at London’s O2 Arena: Timings, Set List, Last-Minute Tickets and Everything You Need to Know
British rapper Dave will headline four consecutive nights at London’s O2 Arena from March 6‑11, 2026, as part of his Boy Who Played the Harp Tour promoting his third album. Ticket demand forced the addition of extra dates, underscoring his...
Trippers & Askers: Tried to Do’s — A Song Cycle of Loss, Love and Re-Membering
Jay Hammond’s Trippers & Askers project will issue its second full‑length album, *Tried to Do’s*, on May 8 via Sleepy Cat Records. The record follows 2021’s concept work *Acorn* and shifts from a Butler‑inspired sequel to a personal song cycle shaped...
Today Is Bandcamp Friday
Bandcamp Fridays, launched in March 2020 during the pandemic, waive the platform’s revenue share so every purchase goes directly to artists and labels. The program has generated over $120 million for independent musicians and has become a vehicle for charitable fundraising....
Fan Poll: 5 Best Post-Hardcore Bands Right Now
AltPress surveyed readers to rank the five best post‑hardcore bands of 2026, highlighting a mix of veterans and newcomers. I Promised the World secured a Rise Records deal and upcoming tour slots, while Thrice released ambitious companion albums that reaffirm their...
Video Premiere: Red Sands – “System”
Mexico City metal trio Red Sands has premiered a video for “System,” the centerpiece track of their six‑track EP Evocations released in January. The band describes the song as a scathing critique of political corruption, religious hypocrisy, and corporate‑driven environmental...
Track Premiere: Crippled Black Phoenix – “Colder and Colder”
Crippled Black Phoenix debuted their new single “Colder and Colder,” a brooding blend of death‑rock atmosphere and shoegaze‑laden melancholy, ahead of the forthcoming album Sceaduhelm. Vocalist‑guitarist Justin Storms describes the track as a rhythmic, tragic narrative built around the title’s...
ALBUM REVIEW: With 'Watterson Hall,' William Clark Green Embraces a Mainstream Sound
William Clark Green’s seventh studio effort, *Watterson Hall*, signals a deliberate pivot toward a more mainstream country sound. The 50‑minute record fuses classic twang with contemporary production, tackling familiar topics like love, partying, and perseverance. Green’s lyrical hook‑craft and upbeat...
ALBUM REVIEW: Chemistry, Storytelling Propel Sons of Town Hall’s ‘Of Ghosts and Gods’
Transatlantic folk duo Sons of Town Hall release their sophomore album, Of Ghosts and Gods, a concept‑driven collection of twelve tracks that weave narrative storytelling with expansive orchestration. The record opens with the introspective “Gods,” followed by the cinematic “How...
ALBUM REVIEW: Brit Taylor's ‘Land of the Forgotten’ Is One Banger After Another
Brit Taylor’s new album *Land of the Forgotten* delivers eleven tightly crafted songs that honor her East Kentucky upbringing while sounding fresh for today’s country‑rock audience. The record weaves fiddle, mandolin, brass and a drawl‑filled vocal style into cinematic narratives...
How to Hear an Album Before It Drops
Record stores across the globe are staging pre‑release listening parties, letting fans hear new albums before they hit streaming platforms. Bruno Mars' upcoming record, "The Romantic," was previewed at Rough Trade East in London ahead of its Feb. 27 launch, with...
ALBUM REVIEW: Pert Near Sandstone Shine Compassion Into a Troubled World with ‘Side by Side’
Pert Near Sandstone releases its ninth studio album, *Side by Side*, centering on friendship, community, and social commentary. The record blends traditional folk instrumentation—banjo, mandolin, upright bass—with modern production, delivering both intimate and politically charged tracks. Songs like “Racin’ to...
Bill Callahan Confronts Mortality and Legacy on ‘My Days of 58’
Bill Callahan’s new album *My Days of 58* confronts mortality, legacy, and fatherhood after a recent health scare. The record blends his trademark baritone stoicism with gentler humor and intimate acoustic arrangements, marking a shift from the louder, rock‑leaning sound...
Devon Turnbull’s Ojas Music Label Launches with Muller and Totland’s Unna
Devon Turnbull’s Ojas Music label has launched with its inaugural release, the ambient minimalist EP *Unna* by Michael A. Muller and Otto A. Totland. The record, issued in partnership with The Vinyl Factory, pairs Totland’s close‑miked piano with Muller’s double...
Nic Vans Makes His Production Debut with Remix of Łaszewo’s ‘3AM’
DJ Nic Vans has entered the production arena with his first official release, a remix of Łaszewo’s track “3AM.” The remix, issued on Carter Gregory’s Plot Twist Records, showcases Vans’ signature high‑energy style with pumping synths, heavy sub‑bass and trap‑pop...
The Biggest Band You’ve Never Heard Of
Stray Kids, the South Korean boy band, posted the second‑highest‑selling album worldwide in 2025, trailing only Taylor Swift. The group’s success reflects K‑Pop’s expanding global footprint and the power of fan‑driven streaming. Their Hyde Park headline show underscored a growing appetite for...
SOUNDIT Festival Shares the Full Line-Up for Its Second Edition
SOUNDIT Festival returns for its second edition on July 17‑18, 2026 in Barcelona’s Parc Nou, featuring 55 acts across four purpose‑built stages. Headliners include Blawan, gyrofield, Laurel Halo and a TraTraTrax takeover, with b2b sets from Kode9, Tim Reaper, Martyn and Om Unit. The...
Germany’s Legendary Club Boothaus Finally Gets Its Own Imprint
Germany’s iconic Bootshaus club in Cologne has launched its own imprint, Bootshaus Music, debuting with OGUZ and Jay Toledo’s track “Euphoria.” The release delivers uncompromising, high‑energy techno that mirrors the venue’s reputation for relentless, bass‑driven nights. Unlike many fledgling labels,...
Hen Ogledd Makes Us Feel Off-Kilter With ‘Discombobulated’
Hen Ogledd, the fluid folk‑experimental supergroup founded by Richard Dawson and Rhodri Davies, has released its new album *Discombobulated* on Domino Recording Company. Recorded in northern England and Wales, the record blends shambolic folk, gentle jazz, and extended improvisations, reflecting...