Ye’s ‘BULLY’ Projected to Debut at No. 2
Ye’s twelfth studio album, *BULLY*, dropped via his YZY imprint and Gamma multimedia, and early tracking predicts roughly 117,000 equivalent units in its first week. The numbers would land the record at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, trailing BTS’s *ARIRANG*. Despite a modest 3.4/10 Pitchfork rating and limited label promotion, the album logged between 33.2 million and 50 million Spotify streams on its debut day, positioning it as the biggest hip‑hop streaming launch of 2026. Industry analysts note the project could still fall short of the 150,000‑300,000 unit range typical for major releases.
Inside Ye's First Comeback Show at SoFi Stadium
Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, headlined his first Los Angeles stadium concert in two years at Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium, debuting material from his new album “Bully.” The show followed the album’s release, which industry trackers predict will enter the charts...
‘Lemonade Out of Lemons’: The Bluesfest Stars Playing Byron Pubs Following Festival Collapse
The long‑running Byron Bay Bluesfest collapsed, leaving over $10 million (≈US$6.6 million) in unpaid debts to ticket holders and suppliers. In response, local venues have organized a pop‑up “Bluesfest” across pubs and clubs, featuring big‑name acts such as The Living End, The...
A Transgender Woman on the Internet, Crying Review: Dark, Bold and Playfully Queer
Cassie Hamilton’s new musical *A Transgender Woman on the Internet, Crying* opened at Sydney’s Old Fitz Theatre, marrying hyper‑pop, drum‑and‑bass soundscapes with a rom‑com structure to explore trans identity in the digital age. Developed through ATYP’s Fresh Ink and previously...
Bianca Censori Comes Further Into Focus in Filmaking Debut for Ye’s ‘Fathers’
Australian architect and performance artist Bianca Censori made her filmmaking debut directing the music video for Ye’s new track “Father,” featuring Travis Scott. The surreal, single‑take video transforms a church into a dreamlike set filled with symbolic figures and dystopian imagery....
Gen Z Is Rewriting Fandom: From Gigs as Social Hubs to a Return to Physical Culture
Live Nation’s 2026 Love Song study reveals Gen Z treats concerts as social hubs, with almost 90 % comfortable attending alone and 96 % valuing pre‑ and post‑show moments. Fandom has morphed from hobby to identity, driving attendees to seek tangible connections and...
BTS’s ‘2.0’ Music Video Is The Definitive Visual of Their New Chapter
BTS’s new single “2.0” from the album *Arirang* marks a deliberate reset, pairing their early hip‑hop roots with polished, mature production by American hitmaker Mike WiLL Made‑It. The accompanying music video channels Park Chan‑wook’s *Oldboy* with noir‑inspired visuals, shifting from sleek suits to...
Guns N' Roses' Massive Reunion by the Numbers
Guns N’ Roses shocked fans by reuniting their classic trio—Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan—in April 2016, ending a 23‑year hiatus. Since that Troubadour show the band has performed over 340 concerts, grossed roughly $965 million and sold more than 9 million tickets worldwide. The reunion...
Static Dress Tap Underoath for New Single “Nostalgia Kills”
Static Dress announced their new album injury episode, dropping May 29 on Sumerian Records, alongside a limited‑edition vinyl (200 copies) and cassette (50 copies) sold through Alternative Press. The release was previewed at a phone‑free fan screening of the band’s...
Lupe Fiasco to Headline Friday Night Concert at Acura Grand Prix in Long Beach
Lupe Fiasco will headline the Friday Night Concert at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach on April 17, offering a free performance for race ticket holders. The event serves as a warm‑up for his Food & Liquor 20th‑anniversary tour...
A Place To Bury Strangers – Rare And Deadly
A Place To Bury Neighbours has issued Rare And Deadly, a 12‑track compilation of B‑sides, unfinished experiments and tape‑room outtakes drawn from Oliver Ackerman’s personal archive. The collection functions as their first full‑length release since 2024’s Synthesizer, delivering raw noise‑rock...
Sturgill Simpson Announces 2026 Tour as Johnny Blue Skies
Sturgill Simpson will tour North America in 2026 under the Johnny Blue Skies moniker, supporting his new album *Mutiny After Midnight*. The 29‑date “Mutity for the Masses Tour” runs from September 4 to October 30, hitting major markets from Austin to New York. Tickets go...
The Rolling Stones Seem To Be Teasing Intimate Live Shows
The Rolling Stones are teasing a series of intimate live performances under their 1977 alias “The Cockroaches”. Mysterious posters featuring a QR code direct fans to a website that displays a countdown to an April 11, 2026 announcement. The site...
King & Prince’s ‘Waltz for Lily’ Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Japan Hot 100
Japanese boy band King & Prince secured the top spot on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 with their single “Waltz for Lily,” which opened with 284,138 physical copies sold. The track also led the download chart, placed third in radio airplay,...
Sara Bareilles Signs With CAA
Grammy‑winning singer‑songwriter Sara Bareilles has signed with talent agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA). The deal adds a multi‑award‑nominated composer, performer and producer whose catalog includes over three million albums, 15 million singles and 3.5 billion global streams. Bareilles is currently developing a musical adaptation...
Havells mYOUsic Aims to Be a Talent Hunt with a Difference
Havells mYOUsic is an Indian talent hunt that welcomes singers, music producers, lyricists and instrumentalists to submit original work. Shortlisted participants attend a three‑day bootcamp featuring masterclasses on creative and business aspects of the music industry. The final cohort will...
Documentary Series Charting 100 Years of Japan's Listening Bar Culture Premieres in London
"A Century In Sound," a three‑part documentary tracing a hundred years of Japan’s listening‑bar culture, opened at London’s Barbican Centre with screenings on March 22, April 2 and April 18, 2026. The series, first shown at Sheffield Doc Fest in May 2025, follows New Zealand directors...
Listen to Frankie Knuckles’ Last-Ever Recorded Mix
To commemorate the 12th anniversary of Frankie Knuckles' death, Mixmag has resurfaced his final recorded set from March 22, 2014 at Miami’s Winter Music Conference. The hour‑long house mix, released as the magazine’s Christmas Eve 2015 “In Session,” blends original...
Metric’s ‘Crush Forever’ Is An Ode To Femme Energy
Canadian indie-rock band Metric has released the electro‑infused single “Crush Forever,” the latest preview from their forthcoming album Romanticize The Dive. Frontwoman Emily Haines describes the track as a love letter to strong women, pairing crisp guitar with seismic vocals....
Joyce Manor Join the Latest Episode of AltPress: In Session
Alternative Press has partnered with Joyce Manor to issue a limited‑edition vinyl of their latest album, I Used to Go to This Bar, capped at 500 copies. The record, produced by Bad Religion’s Brett Gurewitz, showcases the band’s matured punk...
Wu Lyf Share “Simple, Sweet Love Song” With ‘The Fool’ – While Trolling Spotify with Homer Simpson Version
Manchester indie band Wu Lyf has released the stripped‑back love single “The Fool,” the lead track from their long‑awaited second album “A Wave That Will Never Break,” due April 10. The band also uploaded a meme‑style AI‑generated Homer Simpson version to...
UADA Announces 10th Anniversary Edition Of Devoid Of Light
Uada is marking the 10th anniversary of their seminal 2016 black‑metal debut *Devoid of Light* with a deluxe reissue slated for July 17, 2026 via Eisenwald. The edition, remastered by Arthur Rizk, adds unseen photography, archival material, extended liner notes and an exclusive...
Collective Soul Announce New Album Touch and Go, Inspired by New Wave Music
Collective Soul announced their new album *Touch and Go*, slated for a Record Store Day exclusive release on April 18. The record marks a stylistic shift toward New Wave, drawing inspiration from The Cars, diverging from the band’s alternative rock...
CROWBAR Is Itching To Work On New Music
Crowbar frontman Kirk Windstein confirmed that a follow‑up to 2022’s *Zero And Below* is in the works, while the band enjoys a surge in streaming, now hitting roughly 1.2 million monthly Spotify listeners. Their spring 2026 co‑headlining tour with EyeHateGod is nearly sold...
Are the Strokes Planning To Release New Music, or Is This an Elaborate April Fool’s Joke?
The Strokes posted a cryptic Instagram Story on March 31 featuring pixelated cassette imagery and a link to a Laylo‑hosted text‑message sign‑up, hinting at new music ahead of their 2026 festival slate, including Coachella. The sign‑up asks fans for phone...
From En Vogue to ‘Café Mocha’ & Beyond: Industry Veteran Sheila Eldridge on Staying ‘In a Learning State of Mind’
Industry veteran Sheila Eldridge, longtime PR chief for En Vogue, now leads Miles Ahead Entertainment, owns radio stations, and produces the Café Mocha syndicated show. She says the upcoming "Iconic" tour featuring TLC, Salt‑N‑Pepа, and En Vogue will be a...
Eric Church Played a Totally Unexpected Song at Opry Debut
On April 1, 2006, Eric Church made his Grand Ole Opry debut, performing his lead single “How ’Bout You” before unexpectedly segueing into Leadbelly’s classic “Black Betty.” The surprise cover, approved on the spot by his band, earned an enthusiastic response from...
5 Rock Songs That Started Out as Jokes (Until They Became Hits)
The article highlights five iconic rock tracks—Led Zeppelin’s “D’yer Mak’er,” Radiohead’s “Karma Police,” Guns N’ Roses’ “Sweet Child O’ Mine,” The Beatles’ “I Am The Walrus,” and Stealers Wheel’s “Stuck In The Middle With You”—that originated as jokes, parodies, or casual jams before becoming chart‑topping hits. Each...
Tom Misch on Returning and Recovering From Burnout: “If I’m Not Enjoying It Then There’s No Point”
Tom Misch has returned to the spotlight with his first solo album in eight years, "Full Circle," after a self‑imposed hiatus to recover from burnout. The London‑based artist stepped away in 2022, taking jobs as a barista and gardener while...
Adrian Sherwood Vibes Through Dub, Spaghetti Westerns, Japanese Films, and Loss on ‘The Collapse of Everything’
British dub pioneer Adrian Sherwood released his first solo album in 13 years, *The Collapse of Everything*, on his On‑U Sound label. The record blends dub, Japanese cinema, Spaghetti Western motifs, and personal grief after the deaths of close friends Mark Stewart and...
SLAG: “A Lot of Our Decision-Making Is Fueled by What We Think Would Be the Most Fun”
London‑based indie collective SLAG is releasing their debut EP “Losing” this month on the independent label Big Scary Monsters. The five‑track record follows three singles—“Ripped,” “Heaven,” and “Legs”—and showcases a kaleidoscopic blend of each member’s distinct musical influences. Beyond the...
Keith Urban Channeled a Better Version of Himself With This Early Hit From 2002
In 2002 Keith Urban scored his second No. 1 single with “Somebody Like You,” co‑written with producer John Shanks for the Golden Road album. The upbeat anthem was crafted while Urban was heavily drinking, finishing the verses after a bottle of...
Gillian Welch: This Land Is Her Land
Gillian Welch grew up immersed in a household of keyboards, shaping her nuanced folk storytelling. Since adding the song “Hard Times” to her set in 2011, the track has become a staple of her performances with Rawlings. Over the past...
Alewya Taps Into Ethiopian Tradition And Folklore On ‘Eshi’
London‑based Ethiopian‑Egyptian artist Alewya released the single “Eshi,” a tribute to ancestry that blends traditional masenqo strings with modern production. The track, co‑produced by Boddhi Satva, Craigie Dodds and Dean Barrett, serves as a preview of her debut album ZERO, slated for June 26...
Who Are the 'Big 4' Of New Jersey Rock Bands?
The article defines New Jersey’s “Big 4” rock bands as Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, the Misfits, and My Chemical Romance. It outlines each act’s origins, signature releases, and cultural impact, noting Springsteen’s half‑century career, Bon Jovi’s diamond‑selling “Slippery When Wet,” the Misfits’ horror‑punk legacy, and...
“I Don’t Know if I Want To Go With You”: Why Journey’s Singer Tried To Skip the Band’s Final Tour
Arnel Pineda, Journey’s Filipino front‑man since 2007, nearly walked away from the band’s announced farewell tour after confronting vocal strain, a harsh touring schedule, and a turbulent divorce. He emailed the group in early 2024 requesting schedule adjustments, but received...
Shakira Announces 2026 US Tour Dates
Colombian pop star Shakira has unveiled a new U.S. leg of her 2026 “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour,” kicking off with back‑to‑back shows at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome on June 13‑14. The itinerary adds 13 dates in cities such...
"When You Live in Mexico There Is Always This Thought in the Back of Your Head that You Are Not...
Mexican trad‑metal band Jet Jaguar, formed in Cancún, is relocating members to Europe to escape safety concerns. Their debut album "Severance," released via Steamhammer, blends 80s‑style power metal with modern socio‑political lyrics about anti‑science sentiment. The group credits early local...
Daniel Caesar Reveals 2026 Son Of Spergy Tour Dates
Canadian singer‑songwriter Daniel Caesar announced his 2026 Son Of Spergy arena tour, his first headline run in large venues. The itinerary launches in Asia in May, moves to North America in July, and includes a seven‑date Canadian leg plus a...
Max Cooper Collaborates With Yoshi Sodeoka On New ‘Ebb & Flow’ Video
Max Cooper has released the single “Ebb & Flow” alongside a new video created with visual artist Yoshi Sodeoka. The track showcases Cooper’s experimental construction techniques, blending rising and falling tones with resonant synths. The video extends their earlier collaboration...
Dillinger Four Share First New Song in 18 Years, “Don’t Happy Be Worry”
Minnesota punk veterans Dillinger Four have broken an 18‑year recording silence with the new single “Don’t Happy Be Worry,” released on April 1, 2026. The track follows a string of live dates, including a three‑city Japanese tour and a hometown show in...
Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien Announces ‘An Evening With… Blue Morpho’ 2026 UK and European Tour with Dave Okumu and ESKA
Radiohead guitarist Ed O'Brien announced a seven‑date solo tour, “An Evening With… Blue Morpho,” across Europe and the UK from October 4‑16, 2026. The trek supports his second solo album, Blue Morpho, slated for release on May 22, 2026. The live band...
ALBUM REVIEW: Maria Taylor Juggles Hope and Despair on ‘Story’s End’
Maria Taylor returns with "Story’s End," her first solo album in seven years, delivering a moody folk‑pop collection that balances hope and despair. The record features lush string arrangements and a chamber‑music aesthetic, highlighting her introspective songwriting. Collaborations with high‑profile...
‘I Can’t Listen without Feeling Rattled’: How Fairuz’s Anthem of Resilience Became a Harbinger of Strife for Lebanon
Fairuz’s 1976 anthem “Bahebak Ya Lebnan” has evolved from a wartime rallying cry into Lebanon’s unofficial national song, resurfacing during every major crisis from civil war to the 2020 Beirut explosion. The track now carries a dual legacy: older generations...
3 Pop Artists You Probably Didn’t Know Released Christian Music
Pop icons Katy Perry, Kanye West and Bob Dylan each ventured into Christian music at pivotal moments in their careers. Perry recorded a gospel album as teenager under the name Katy Hudson before shifting to mainstream pop. West released *Jesus Is King* and...
Tucker Zimmerman’s Final Studio Album “Dream Me A Dream” Out On June 19th
Tucker Zimmerman’s posthumous final studio album, *Dream Me A Dream*, drops on June 19, 2026 via Big Potato Records. The record, completed in 2025 with producer Nick Holton, marks a dramatic shift from his recent acoustic folk work, integrating banjo,...
White Denim Share Backyard Wig-Out ‘Ruby’
White Denim has dropped a new single, “Ruby,” as a preview of their forthcoming album *13*, slated for release on April 24. The track showcases sun‑bleached, fuzzy guitar lines over a relaxed, Meters‑style shuffle, hinting at a more groove‑centric direction. A...
SAGA To Return To Stage In 2026 With Limited Engagements
Canadian prog‑rock legends Saga announced a limited‑engagement tour across Canada for 2026, with dates to be revealed soon. Frontman Michael Sadler returns to the stage after recovering from a rare, aggressive muscle‑invasive cancer diagnosed in 2024. The lineup features drummer...
Robber Robber, “Two Wheels Move the Soul”
Robber Robber’s second album “Two Wheels Move the Soul” channels the upheaval the Vermont duo endured after a fire destroyed their building, turning that crisis into a gritty, upending sound. The record abandons the playful energy of their 2024 debut,...
Dialled In Announces Label, Signs Ahadadream, Excise Dept
London‑based cultural platform Dialled In has launched Dialled In Records, a label dedicated to elevating South Asian artists on the global stage. Its first signees are co‑founder Ahadadream and the Mumbai/Delhi‑area collective Excise Dept, and the debut single “Bass Dhol”...