Jason Schwartzman Breaks Down How He Crafted the Theme Song to His New Show ‘Kevin’ | Video
Jason Schwartzman not only stars in the new Prime Video animated series "Kevin" but also wrote and performed its theme song. The brief, lyric‑driven opening tracks the titular cat’s emotional journey as he leaves his broken‑up owners and seeks a new home. Schwartzman noted the rarity of a character‑point‑of‑view song in modern TV, especially for an adult‑oriented cartoon, and described the challenge of condensing a full song into a short intro. He also highlighted the oddity of delivering risqué lines while feeling a lingering sense of prudence.
Prince’s Estate Releases Unheard Recording of “With This Tear”
Prince’s estate has issued “With This Tear,” an unheard piano ballad recorded in 1991 as a demo for Celine Dion. The track, newly mixed and mastered by Grammy‑nominated producer Chris James, was released through NPG Records and Legacy Recordings a...
At L.A. College Campuses, Punjabi Music Is Opening Doors to Heritage Long Kept Closed
Punjabi music is moving from private community gatherings to mainstream U.S. venues, with artists like Diljit Dosanjh performing at Coachella and appearing on national TV. Young South Asian Americans at colleges such as USC and UC Davis cite the genre’s blend of...
Newport Jazz Fest Has Angine De Poitrine, Herbie Hancock, Thundercat, Little Simz, Flea, Coltrane & Miles Tribute, Vulfpeck, More
The Newport Jazz Festival announced its 2026 lineup, running July 31‑August 2 at Fort Adams State Park. Headliners include legendary pianist Herbie Hancock, a John Coltrane and Miles Davis tribute featuring Kamasi Washington and Chief Adjuah, and funk‑pop outfit Vulfpeck. The roster spans...
MY HEART, AN INVERTED FLAME Streams Synth-Heavy Doom Track "Whispers In Dead Languages"
My Heart, An Inverted Flame released the synth‑heavy doom single “Whispers In Dead Languages,” previewing their upcoming sophomore album *My Death Is More Beautiful Than Your Life*. The track showcases the duo’s “tectonic synth‑doom” style, emphasizing massive percussion and layered...
SOFIA ISELLA Joins the Latest Episode of AltPress: In Session
Sofia Isella, the 21‑year‑old singer‑songwriter and producer, appeared on the latest AltPress: In Session episode after dropping her fourth EP, Something is a shell. The LA‑based artist has opened for Taylor Swift, Florence and the Machine and Melanie Martinez, carving a niche with confrontational,...
Mortiis Drop New Single “Violent Silence”
Norwegian darkwave pioneer Mortiis released "Violent Silence," the second single from his forthcoming album Ghosts of Europa. The track arrives with a Claudio Marino‑directed video and marks Mortiis' first release on Prophecy Productions, slated for June 26. Mortiis says the...
MACHINE GUN KELLY and FRED DURST Drop New Single and Video For 'Fix Ur Face'
Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) and Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst have released a new single, “Fix Ur Face,” accompanied by a black‑and‑white video that debuted on MTV Live, MTVU and Paramount’s Times Square billboards. The track fuses 1990s nu‑metal grit with MGK’s contemporary alternative sound, showcasing...
Raekwon Gets Real About Why Older Rappers Struggle to Keep Making Good Music: ‘Some People Just Stop’
In a 2015 interview, Wu‑Tang Clan’s Raekwon warned that many veteran rappers lose steam as they age, often trading creative drive for financial comfort. He credits his own continued output to genuine inspiration, a disciplined schedule, and a supportive team....
Musician Morgan Wade Joins Paramount+’s ‘Dutton Ranch’
Country singer Morgan Wade joins Paramount+’s Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch as Carol, a bartender in the Texas town of Rio Paloma. The nine‑part series, created by Chad Feehan and executive‑produced by Taylor Sheridan, premieres on May 15, 2026, following Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly)...
On This Day in 1990, Sinéad O’Connor Hit No. 1 With a Prince Cover 26 Years to the Day Before...
On April 21, 1990 Sinéad O’Connor’s rendition of Prince’s “Nothing Compares 2 U” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, cementing the track as a global hit. The original, recorded by Prince’s side project The Family in 1985, never charted as a single. O’Connor’s raw, single‑take...
JASON NEWSTED & THE CHOPHOUSE BAND Announce First-Ever Headlining North American Tour
Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted is launching The Chophouse Band’s first‑ever North American headlining tour, beginning July 1 at Iron Horse Music Hall in Northampton, MA. The itinerary features eight headline dates across the Northeast, Midwest and South, including stops in...
Slayer to Play 'Reign in Blood' In Full at 2 Upcoming 2026 Shows
Slayer will celebrate the 40th anniversary of their seminal thrash‑metal album *Reign in Blood* with two U.S. headline concerts in 2026. The first show is slated for Sept. 4 at Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee, Minnesota, and the second for Nov. 13...
Karol G Readies Yearlong World Tour
Colombian reggaeton star Karol G has confirmed a year‑long world trek, the Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour, to promote her 2025 album Tropicoqueta. The itinerary launches July 24, 2026 in Chicago and includes more than 39 stadium‑scale shows across North America, South America...
Jack White Adds More Dates to North American Tour
Jack White has expanded his 2026 North American tour by adding two Northeast shows—College Street Music Hall in New Haven on July 18 and the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester on July 19. Ticket sales for both venues open on April 24 at 10 a.m. ET,...
BLOOD VULTURE Streams Uniquely Doomed Cover Of CONVERGE's "You Fail Me"
Jordan Olds’s solo project Blood Vulture has released a striking cover of Converge’s seminal track “You Fail Me.” The rendition features Olds on vocals, guitar and bass, with Moe Watson on drums and Rosie Slater adding synth textures. Production was overseen...
Deezer Says It's Being Bombarded by 'Nearly 75,000' AI-Generated Tunes Every Day, and that 97% of Survey Respondents Can't Tell...
Deezer reports that nearly 75,000 AI‑generated tracks are uploaded daily, representing about 44% of all new songs on the platform. Its detection system flags roughly 85% of those as fraudulent, demonetizing them, while only 1‑3% reach listeners. A survey shows...
This Is Why the Eagles Fired Guitarist Don Felder
The Eagles terminated guitarist Don Felder on February 6, 2001 after a long‑running power and financial dispute with co‑founders Don Henley and Glenn Frey. Felder, who helped shape the band’s rock sound and co‑wrote hits like “Hotel California,” sued for wrongful...
"I Feel Like a Robot and I Can’t Believe a Crowd Can Care About What We’re Doing." The Genre-Smashing Underground...
Belgian underground metal outfit Oathbreaker resurfaced this month, ending a ten‑year hiatus with live shows in the UK and upcoming festival dates. Their 2016 album Rheia, a critically lauded fusion of extreme metal, folk, hardcore and post‑rock, cemented the band’s...
Mgk Teams Up With Limp Bizkit’s Fred Durst On Boisterous New Track ‘FIX UR FACE’
American pop‑punk star mgk has officially released the single “FIX UR FACE,” a high‑energy collaboration with Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst. The track first premiered live in Perth during mgk’s Lost Americana world tour before dropping globally with a black‑and‑white video...
Track Premiere: Gadget – ‘Flatline’
Swedish grindcore outfit Gadget has dropped a new single, “Flatline,” ahead of its first EP since 2016, *Coerced*, slated for May 8. The track introduces guitarist Kristofer Jankarls and vocalist Emilia Henriksson, whose pandemic‑written lyrics explore isolation and frustration. The band...
Gretel: Trust Your Gut
British singer‑songwriter Maddy Haenlein, known as Gretel, released her debut full‑length album *Squish* via AWAL. After discarding an earlier studio‑heavy effort, she recorded the album live over five days at RAK Studios with producer Seth Evans, prioritising raw band energy....
David Byrne Adds Asia Leg, More U.S. Dates — Including Bowl, Forest Hills Stops
David Byrne is extending his "Who Is The Sky" tour with a new Asian leg and additional U.S. dates, including a double‑header at the Hollywood Bowl and a show at Forest Hills Stadium. The Asian segment features five concerts in...
The Cure Albums Ranked Worst to Best
Rolling Stone’s Michael Gallucci ranks all 13 of The Cure’s studio albums, placing 1989’s *Disintegration* at the summit and 1984’s *The Top* at the bottom. The list traces the band’s journey from post‑punk debut *Three Imaginary Boys* through the gothic...
Barclays Arena: ‘We as an Arena Should Help Develop Artists’
Barclays Arena in Hamburg posted a record year in 2025, drawing over 1.2 million fans across 156 events. Leveraging its 15,000‑seat capacity, the venue is now actively nurturing German talent by scaling down to 6‑8k seats for emerging acts. The strategy...
Show Me the Body Move Through Struggle on “Dance In The USA”
Show Me the Body dropped the single “Dance In The USA,” a preview of their upcoming fourth album and a follow‑up to 2022’s Trouble the Water. The track was produced by Klas Åhlund, known for work with Iggy Pop and...
Drake's 'ICEMAN' Release Date Is at the Bottom of This Ice Sculpture in the Bond Hotel Parking Lot
Drake has officially kicked off the ICEMAN album rollout by unveiling a massive ice sculpture in the Bond Hotel parking lot in downtown Toronto. A sheet of paper tucked at the base of the pyramid displays the album's release date,...
Slayer to Play Two Special US Shows Celebrating 40 Years of Reign In Blood This Autumn
Slayer announced two exclusive U.S. concerts this autumn to commemorate the 40th anniversary of their seminal album Reign In Blood. The band will perform the album in its entirety on September 4 at Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Minnesota and on...
Zach Top Didn't Expect Country Fans to Embrace Him
Zach Top, a self‑described country‑music staple, earned five nominations at the 2026 ACM Awards, including Male Artist of the Year, Album of the Year and Song of the Year for “I Never Lie.” In a recent interview he admitted he...
Karol G Announces Global Stadium Tour
Karol G unveiled the Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour, a stadium‑scale world tour running from July 2026 through July 2027. The itinerary covers North America, Latin America and Europe, opening at Chicago’s Soldier Field and culminating with a European leg that makes...
Alan Osmond’s Sister Revealed How Her Family’s Inheritance Would Be Divided Before His Death
Alan Osmond, the 76‑year‑old founding member of The Osmonds, died on April 20, 2026, after a long battle with multiple sclerosis. While his exact net worth remains unverified, estimates place it near his brother Merrill’s $5 million valuation. Osmond leaves behind...
Little Baby Sweet: CLASH Meets Heartcoregirl
London‑based avant‑pop artist heartcoregirl released her 15‑track mixtape Lullabies on Valentine’s Day 2026. The project, three years in the making, fuses melancholic lyrics with glittering synths and raw, auto‑tuned vocals. Recorded largely in a Glasgow bedroom on a $25 podcast...
Tedeschi Trucks Band Forecast ‘Future Soul’ Tour Dates in Japan After Welcoming Lukas Nelson in Texas
The Tedeschi Trucks Band announced a four‑night Japanese leg of its Future Soul tour, starting Nov. 15 in Nagoya and concluding with two shows in Tokyo. The announcement follows a Texas concert on April 17 where guest artist Lukas Nelson joined the band...
Reese Maslen Back in Bilmuri Even Though He Quit Over Abuse Allegations
Guitarist Reese Maslen, who left metal band Bilmuri in December 2025 after abuse allegations, has rejoined the group. Maslen issued a public apology and said he spent months working on personal improvement. Bilmuri announced his return ahead of the April...
CBGB Festival Announces The Sex Pistols & Frank Carter, Militarie Gun, Violet Grohl & More
The CBGB Festival returns on September 26, 2026 at Brooklyn Under the K Bridge, reviving the iconic New York punk venue for a one‑day event. Headliners include Morrissey, Patti Smith and Interpol, while the bill also features The Sex Pistols & Frank Carter, Militarie Gun, Violet Grohl, Bikini Kill...
Emily A. Sprague Shares New Single and Video “Double Moon”, Announces New EP
Emily A. Sprague released the new single “Double Moon” with a video by longtime visual collaborator V Haddad, serving as the lead track from her upcoming Double Moon EP slated for May 29 on RVNG Intl. The EP expands her modular‑synthesis...
AUDIOSLAVE's Out Of Exile Is The Latest Vinyl To Get A Liquid-Filled Variant
Audioslave announced a 2026 vinyl release of their 2005 album *Out Of Exile*, scheduled for June 12 via Universal Music Enterprises. The record will be offered as a standard 180‑gram black vinyl and a limited “Black Liquid Vinyl” edition that features...
Rustie Just Uploaded Three New Tracks
Glasgow‑born electronic producer Rustie has quietly added three new tracks—“ATHANASIA,” “AMENTET,” and “TRIZKEL SUN”—to major streaming services. The releases mark his first original output since a 2024 drop, following the critically acclaimed debut Glass Swords (2011) and follow‑up Green Language...
Slayer Unveil Two ‘Reign In Blood’ Anniversary Shows with Down, Cannibal Corpse, and More
Legendary thrash metal icons Slayer announced two U.S. shows to mark the 40th anniversary of their seminal 1986 album *Reign In Blood*. The band will perform the record in its entirety on September 4 at Minnesota’s Mystic Lake Amphitheater and...
AKA Shares Sardonic Solo Jammer ‘It Grows On Trees (Money)’
Liverpool musician Callum Thompson, known as the guitarist for The Mysterines, has launched his solo project AKA with the single “It Grows On Trees (Money).” The track, a sardonic indie‑grunge burner, debuted on Record Store Day at Rough Trade East...
Failure and Hayley Williams Team up on “The Rising Skyline”
Alternative rock veterans Failure have unveiled "The Rising Skyline," a delicate acoustic duet with Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams. The track serves as the lead single from their forthcoming album Location Lost, which will be issued on a limited‑edition 500‑copy opaque...
Basement Drop Ludicrously Hooky New Track ‘Head Alight’
British indie‑rock trio Basement has unveiled “Head Alight,” the latest single from their forthcoming album WIRED. The track, described by vocalist Andrew Fisher as an ethereal love song turned universal anthem, showcases a stripped‑back arrangement that departs from the band’s earlier...
Bonnie Kemplay Shares New Single ‘Dandelions’
Indie singer‑songwriter Bonnie Kemplay has dropped her new single “Dandelions” through Dirty Hit. The track marks her return after a creative hiatus, featuring a sparse guitar line and her delicate vocals. Lyrically, it delves into childhood memories and the muted...
THROUGH THE LENS: Treefort Music & Tucson Folk Fests Rally Roots Music Fans Out West
The article spotlights two major roots‑music festivals in the West: Boise’s Treefort Music Fest (March 25‑29, 2026) and Tucson’s Folk Festival (April 10‑12, 2026). Treefort delivers a massive program of over 500 performances, while Tucson’s 41st‑year, volunteer‑run event offers about 150 free...
Leenalchi Announce Luaka Bop Debut EP “Here Comes That Crow” & Share Title Track Video
Leenalchi, a Seoul‑based seven‑piece, announced its Luaka Bop debut EP “Here Comes That Crow,” releasing on June 12. The title track video, inspired by a pansori tale of warlord Cao Cao, showcases the band’s blend of traditional Korean storytelling with modern bass‑driven arrangements....
Why Infrastructure Is the Key to Africa’s Long-Term Music Success: Guest Column
Afrobeats has propelled Sub‑Saharan Africa into the second‑fastest‑growing recorded music market in 2024, yet the region’s revenue per streaming user remains $1‑$2, far below Western benchmarks. Co‑founders Tom Russell and Y’akoto identify six structural gaps—low ARPU, weak rights collection, limited...
Teen Suicide Comes Out of Hiding
Teen Suicide’s new album _Nude descending staircase headless_ marks the band’s first full‑studio effort, produced by Mike Sapone, and delivers a cleaner, heavier sound than their lo‑fi catalog. After a dozen years with Run for Cover Records, Sam and Kitty Ray...
Bowling For Soup Unveil Cover Of Sum 41’s ‘In Too Deep’
American pop‑punk outfit Bowling For Soup has dropped an animated cover of Sum 41’s 2001 single “In Too Deep.” The video recreates the original’s nostalgic vibe and follows the band’s recent Simple Plan cover. Frontman Jaret Reddick highlighted a 25‑year friendship...
Michael Bingham of Spiritual Cramp to Join Joel Madden on Ep. 162 of Artist Friendly
Alternative Press announced that Michael Bingham, frontman of punk band Spiritual Cramp, will appear on episode 162 of the Artist Friendly podcast hosted by Joel Madden. The episode follows recent conversations with Marc Roberge, Slayyyter, and Ziggy Marley and will...
"Discharge Meets GBH and Motörhead at an Anti-Nazi Demonstration After Drinking Cider All Afternoon in a Hackney Squat." Ten Obscure...
The article spotlights ten overlooked UK punk albums, ranging from the chaotic anti‑Nazi fury of Defcon Zero’s *Music For Gluesniffers* to the experimental edge of The Damned’s *Music For Pleasure*. It highlights how many of these records were dismissed at...