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Bruno Mars Scores #1, 260‑week Streak Proves Lasting Catalog
SocialMar 23, 2026

Bruno Mars Scores #1, 260‑week Streak Proves Lasting Catalog

Bruno Mars debuts at #1 on the Billboard 200 with 'The Romantic' while his 2012 classic 'Unorthodox Jukebox' hits an incredible milestone of 260 weeks on the chart, proving his catalog only gets stronger with time. https://t.co/x2Tkh4MiM3

By Eric Alper
Grateful for GUTTERED, Hopeful for Shoegaze Youth
SocialMar 23, 2026

Grateful for GUTTERED, Hopeful for Shoegaze Youth

I saw GUTTERED on Saturday night and felt gratitude for our scene and hope for the young https://thefutureisourstomake.substack.com/p/when-the-shoegaze-revival-comes-home

By Chris Richards
Kicking Off 200-Show ‘Emergence’ Tour in Helsinki
SocialMar 23, 2026

Kicking Off 200-Show ‘Emergence’ Tour in Helsinki

Just arrived in Helsinki for the first night of my ‘Emergence’ tour (if you don’t count warm ups). The first of at least 200 shows through ‘26, ‘27 and ‘28 … https://t.co/tc5N5lNcZO https://t.co/ZimoFkAxrY

By Brian Cox
Kun Live Tomorrow on Apple Music Radio at 9am
SocialMar 23, 2026

Kun Live Tomorrow on Apple Music Radio at 9am

Very special guest @kun_officialx performing LIVE on the show tomorrow. Tune in on @AppleMusic radio 9am LT https://t.co/lB7kyWKqZi

By Zane Lowe
Mike WiLL Made-It Returns with New Album R3SET
SocialMar 23, 2026

Mike WiLL Made-It Returns with New Album R3SET

Talking the new album R3SET and where @MikeWiLLMadeIt has been the past 9 years ... Today 3p ET on @AppleMusic 🫡 https://t.co/mFL9dCc6Q5

By Ebro Darden
Data‑Driven Forecast Beats Industry Skepticism
SocialMar 23, 2026

Data‑Driven Forecast Beats Industry Skepticism

Remember when music infustry commentators were mocking my suggestion that the Johnny Blue Skies album could sell 100,000 physical copies? First week it sold 59k. It went to #3. I based my estimate on his recent ticket sales,...

By David Lowery
Springsteen Backs ACLU as Supreme Court Threatens Birthright Citizenship
SocialMar 23, 2026

Springsteen Backs ACLU as Supreme Court Threatens Birthright Citizenship

Just in: Bruce Springsteen authorizes ACLU to use 'Born in the USA' in a new ad campaign that debuts as the organization figures in a Supreme Court case that could deny birthright citizenship to children born in the United States...

By Brian Steinberg
William Shatner Celebrates 95th with Rocket Man Cover
SocialMar 23, 2026

William Shatner Celebrates 95th with Rocket Man Cover

To help celebrate the great man 95th birthday - here is William Shatner "Sings" 'Rocket Man' https://t.co/DiLuLzt7Ve

By Haplo
Beatles' "Golden Slumbers" Re‑enters UK Charts
SocialMar 23, 2026

Beatles' "Golden Slumbers" Re‑enters UK Charts

The Beatles’ “Golden Slumbers” returns to the U.K.’s Official Singles Downloads chart at No. 72 and Official Singles Sales chart at No. 77, as renewed fan demand drives the classic back onto both rankings. https://t.co/xdBUsOfmFf

By Eric Alper
Copenhagen Duo Returns Strong with 100%WET Grimes Cover
SocialMar 23, 2026

Copenhagen Duo Returns Strong with 100%WET Grimes Cover

100%WET's cover of Grimes' "Delete Forever" is out now via Crunchy Frog Recordings. Maximalist, emotionally charged hypergaze from a Copenhagen duo back stronger than ever after a serious health setback. https://t.co/R8ZHZ3vZVH

By Eric Alper
Heidi Curtis Debuts Powerful Single “Siren” With Momentum
SocialMar 23, 2026

Heidi Curtis Debuts Powerful Single “Siren” With Momentum

Heidi Curtis' "Siren" is out now via AWAL. Powerhouse vocals, vivid songwriting, and a debut year that's already generating serious momentum. One of the UK's most compelling new voices, fully arrived. https://t.co/L6X31IoyTa

By Eric Alper
Sturgill Simpson's Vinyl-Only Album Hits Billboard #3
SocialMar 23, 2026

Sturgill Simpson's Vinyl-Only Album Hits Billboard #3

Sturgill Simpson’s Johnny Blue Skies Album Debuts at No. 3 on Billboard 200, Despite Only Being Released on Vinyl, CD and Cassette https://t.co/GuT4olH0oy via @variety

By Chris Willman
Autumn Fires Drop Infectious Pop‑Punk Single Gone By June
SocialMar 23, 2026

Autumn Fires Drop Infectious Pop‑Punk Single Gone By June

Autumn Fires' "Gone By June" is out now ahead of EP 'BLOOM.' via Marshall Records on February 25th. Infectious, emotionally charged pop-punk from a quintet with the instincts and the energy to go a long way. https://t.co/UN9tFsLyZh

By Eric Alper
Premier Jester Drops Retro‑Electronicore Single “Pac’d Out”
SocialMar 23, 2026

Premier Jester Drops Retro‑Electronicore Single “Pac’d Out”

Premier Jester's "Pac'd Out" is out now. Retro-tinged electronicore with attitude, massive hooks, and a debut album on the horizon. One of the UK's most energetic new heavy acts keeps raising the bar. https://t.co/zynOjUkw1N

By Eric Alper
Junkbreed Drops “Misantrophe” Video, New Track Out
SocialMar 23, 2026

Junkbreed Drops “Misantrophe” Video, New Track Out

Junkbreed's video for "Misantrophe" is out now. 'Sick Of The Scene' is out now via Raging Planet. Portuguese post-hardcore built on real conviction, and one of the underground's most vital heavy acts delivering at full force. https://t.co/0MOOZjg44U

By Eric Alper
Bruno Mars' "God Was Showing Off" Lands UK #67
SocialMar 23, 2026

Bruno Mars' "God Was Showing Off" Lands UK #67

Bruno Mars’ “God Was Showing Off” debuts at No. 67 on the U.K.’s Official Singles chart, giving him another hit from 'The Romantic' as strong fan support keeps multiple tracks from the album on the ranking. https://t.co/akkgLwkXgp

By Eric Alper
Tinsley Ellis Releases Raw Acoustic Blues Masterpiece
SocialMar 22, 2026

Tinsley Ellis Releases Raw Acoustic Blues Masterpiece

Tinsley Ellis' 'Labor Of Love' is out now, thirteen original acoustic blues compositions from one of the genre's most seasoned and soulful voices. Raw, honest, and built to last. https://t.co/JMB9e9Aeq7

By Eric Alper
Medieval Tavern Remix Turns Bon Jovi’s Hook Into Folk Triumph
SocialMar 22, 2026

Medieval Tavern Remix Turns Bon Jovi’s Hook Into Folk Triumph

Algal the Bard's Medieval tavern cover of Bon Jovi's "Livin' on a Prayer" is out now. Bouzouki, whistle, lute-guitar, and one of rock's greatest hooks. It works better than it has any right to. https://t.co/GBC9YMlyjn

By Eric Alper
Inside the Future of Artist Royalties and AI Music
SocialMar 22, 2026

Inside the Future of Artist Royalties and AI Music

went deep on artist royalties, AI music, @spotifyforartists features, and the streaming business with @andrew.southworth & @mypoint4cents. covered a lot of complex and important topics in the hour (but hopefully didn't make the expression in the thumbnail for more than...

By Sam Duboff
Remembering Phife Dawg: Rap’s Greatest #2
SocialMar 22, 2026

Remembering Phife Dawg: Rap’s Greatest #2

RIP Phife, the 5-foot assassin, the greatest #2 in rap history, the earthly balance to the abstract, more hits than the Braves and the Yankees. 10 years absent today. https://t.co/bLS91bhOKw

By Jeff Weiss
Remembering Sondheim: 96 Years of Humanity and Artistry
SocialMar 22, 2026

Remembering Sondheim: 96 Years of Humanity and Artistry

Sondheim would have turned 96 today. His humanity, his artistry — and his honesty — are missed. #RIP 🙏🏼 https://t.co/BMXbl06ECz

By Carl Quintanilla
104,000 Fans Fill Seoul for BTS Comeback Live
SocialMar 22, 2026

104,000 Fans Fill Seoul for BTS Comeback Live

HYBE and BIGHIT MUSIC report 104,000 fans gathered in Seoul for 'BTS the Comeback Live | ARIRANG' Via official press release: https://t.co/dpTMDRjaeY

By Jeff Benjamin
ARIRANG: BTS's Global Homecoming Celebrated by ARMY
SocialMar 21, 2026

ARIRANG: BTS's Global Homecoming Celebrated by ARMY

BTS' 'ARIRANG' is a true homecoming in many way, but particularly with the way it's being shared with the world and its promotional strategy — which longtime ARMY will appreciate in particular https://t.co/wWKOBWFkN4

By Jeff Benjamin
BTS' “Arirang” Beats Harry Styles, Leads 2024 Streaming
SocialMar 21, 2026

BTS' “Arirang” Beats Harry Styles, Leads 2024 Streaming

BTS’ ‘Arirang’ Nearly Doubles Harry Styles’ Opening-Day Spotify Numbers to Claim Year’s Top Streaming Bow So Far https://t.co/YDthslCdll via @variety

By Chris Willman
Fiona Apple's 1996 Debut “Tidal” Still a Classic
SocialMar 21, 2026

Fiona Apple's 1996 Debut “Tidal” Still a Classic

From 1996, Fiona Apple’s debut #Tidal remains a classic, with tracks like “Shadowboxer,” “Sleep to Dream” and “Criminal.” It was this week’s #sundayspin.

By Michael Schneider
Google Gemini's Lyria Generates Full Songs, Not Just Lyrics
SocialMar 21, 2026

Google Gemini's Lyria Generates Full Songs, Not Just Lyrics

Creating song lyrics with AI is so 2025. Now you can compose entire songs using the Lyria model in Google Gemini. It's pretty darn astonishing. Here's how it works, with sample tracks in a variety of styles: https://t.co/7pNLIXLKWJ #gemini #lyria...

By Dave Taylor
Kanye Remix Overused Across Three Ghostface Albums
SocialMar 21, 2026

Kanye Remix Overused Across Three Ghostface Albums

def jam made the kanye remix of "back like that" a bonus track on three different ghostface albums. just corny and thirsty.

By Al Shipley
NZ's Fazed On A Pony: Lenderman‑style Alt‑Country Revival
SocialMar 21, 2026

NZ's Fazed On A Pony: Lenderman‑style Alt‑Country Revival

I wrote about New Zealand's Fazed On A Pony, the "Stone Temple Pilots phase" (complimentary) of MJ Lenderman-esque alt-country https://t.co/ig9ToAqt0o https://t.co/RirnaEW8tn

By Steven Hyden
Nicki and Kanye Both Promise March 27 Album Drops
SocialMar 21, 2026

Nicki and Kanye Both Promise March 27 Album Drops

first nicki said she was gonna release an album on march 27, then kanye said he was gonna release an album on march 27. so we're either gonna get one, two, or zero albums from washed mentally ill maga rappers...

By Al Shipley
BTS Album Features Spotify's Current Top 14 Songs
SocialMar 21, 2026

BTS Album Features Spotify's Current Top 14 Songs

The 14 songs on the new @bts_bighit album are the 14 most popular songs on Spotify right now. https://t.co/eFGcGwd66H

By Lucas Shaw
Olivia Dean's "Man I Need" Sets
SocialMar 21, 2026

Olivia Dean's "Man I Need" Sets

Olivia Dean’s "Man I Need" earns an 18th week at #1 on Australia’s ARIA Singles Chart, becoming the second-longest running #1 since 1983 and surpassing both "Stay" and "Ordinary," which each spent 17 weeks on top.

By Eric Alper
SiriusXM Show Features Legendary Rockers and Rising Star
SocialMar 21, 2026

SiriusXM Show Features Legendary Rockers and Rising Star

My SiriusXM show: Interviews with legendary rockers The Romantics and 54-40, Chris Entwisle, author of ‘The Visual Language of Prestige Records,’ and rising star Irish Millie. Sat 8am & 2pm, Sun 12pm, Wed 2pm & 7pm (all ET), Channel 167...

By Eric Alper
Taj Mahal Revives Lost Bill Withers Song for New Album
SocialMar 20, 2026

Taj Mahal Revives Lost Bill Withers Song for New Album

Talked with Taj yesterday... Taj Mahal on Resurrecting a Lost Bill Withers Song as Title Track of New Album, ‘Time,’ More Than 60 Releases Into His Career: ‘I’m in It for the Duration’ https://t.co/MIInbEpOzp via @variety

By Chris Willman
En Cohen Returns to Interview Crash Of Rhinos' Comeback
SocialMar 20, 2026

En Cohen Returns to Interview Crash Of Rhinos' Comeback

.@en_cohen came out of his book-writing hole to interview Crash Of Rhinos about their comeback https://t.co/3VJAbhTcVg

By Chris DeVille
Must‑Watch Rolling Stone Interview: Thoughtful Discussion Captured
SocialMar 20, 2026

Must‑Watch Rolling Stone Interview: Thoughtful Discussion Captured

This is worth your time, if I do say so myself. A really thoughtful discussion, a real Rolling Stone interview, all captured on video. https://t.co/9GrnO5X2mo

By Brian Hiatt
Tim
SocialMar 20, 2026

Tim

Country Music Hall of Fame Announces Tim McGraw, the Stanley Brothers and Paul Overstreet as Class of 2026 Inductees https://t.co/V6PaK9afMt via @variety

By Chris Willman
Morrissey's 'Make‑up Is a Lie' Misses Provocative Mark
SocialMar 20, 2026

Morrissey's 'Make‑up Is a Lie' Misses Provocative Mark

morrissey releasing an album called 'make-up is a lie' feels like he wanted to come up with a title as provocative as 'meat is murder' and failed miserably

By Al Shipley
Dave Grohl Opens Up on Grief, Identity, Ambition
SocialMar 20, 2026

Dave Grohl Opens Up on Grief, Identity, Ambition

I did the first newspaper interview with Dave Grohl since his infidelity scandal, and since the deaths of his mother and Taylor Hawkins. He was powerful on grief, selfhood, ambition ... and we did an interesting dance around *that* issue...

By Ben Beaumont-Thomas
Exploring Sly’s “Africa Talks to You” On Spin’s Deep Cuts Playlist
SocialMar 20, 2026

Exploring Sly’s “Africa Talks to You” On Spin’s Deep Cuts Playlist

I wrote about Sly & The Family Stone's "Africa Talks to You" for @Spin's Deep Album Cuts playlist this week: https://t.co/59btbjOKFg

By Al Shipley
Afroman's March Victory Sparks 2026 Feel‑Good Momentum
SocialMar 20, 2026

Afroman's March Victory Sparks 2026 Feel‑Good Momentum

I know it's only March, but Afroman's victory is an early candidate for the Feel-Good Story of 2026.

By Scott Lincicome
Netflix Doc Reveals Chili Peppers' Hidden Founding Member
SocialMar 20, 2026

Netflix Doc Reveals Chili Peppers' Hidden Founding Member

Fantastic documentary about the origins of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and the founding member you probably never heard of. Great interviews especially with @flea333 - now streaming on Netflix https://t.co/Gr4N4ne4Oz

By Chris Fralic
Algorithm Uncovers Hidden Gem: Mama’s Lemon Pound Cake
SocialMar 20, 2026

Algorithm Uncovers Hidden Gem: Mama’s Lemon Pound Cake

I don’t have any context, but the algo got me this banger called “mamas lemon pound cake” and I’m here for it It’s dialed in!

By Jason Calacanis
BTS Returns After Army, Announces Long-Awaited Album Tour
SocialMar 20, 2026

BTS Returns After Army, Announces Long-Awaited Album Tour

BTS is about to return after three years in the South Korean Army. Then spoke Sohee and me about their long-awaited album/tour.

By Lucas Shaw
Hearts2Hearts Premieres “HEARTS 2 HOUSE” Setlist in NYC
SocialMar 20, 2026

Hearts2Hearts Premieres “HEARTS 2 HOUSE” Setlist in NYC

2026 @Hearts2Hearts Premiere Showcase in North America Setlist at @BklynParamount 1. The Chase 2. Apple Pie 3. Pretty Please 4. STYLE 5. Gee (Girls' Generation Cover) -Talk & Games Section- (Continued) https://t.co/K98xab1OdJ

By Jeff Benjamin
Rock ’N’ Roll Debuted on Screen 71 Years Ago
SocialMar 19, 2026

Rock ’N’ Roll Debuted on Screen 71 Years Ago

71 years ago today, rock and roll hit the big screen. Blackboard Jungle premiered in New York City, opening with Bill Haley & His Comets’ "Rock Around the Clock," the first time rock and roll powered a major film and...

By Eric Alper
Glam Rock's Glitter Revolution: 10 Must‑Hear Anthems
SocialMar 19, 2026

Glam Rock's Glitter Revolution: 10 Must‑Hear Anthems

Glam rock was a glitter-fueled revolution. From Bowie to Bolan, Sweet to Suzi, here are 10 of the best glam rock songs that prove more is always more. 🎸✨ https://t.co/Cbm2oYtSWg

By Eric Alper
Six-Hour Stretch Turns Eno's Airport Music Into Deep Meditation
SocialMar 19, 2026

Six-Hour Stretch Turns Eno's Airport Music Into Deep Meditation

What happens when Brian Eno’s Music for Airports is time-stretched to six hours? Even more serene, hypnotic, and immersive than before. Originally meant to ease airport stress, now it’s perfect for deep focus or meditation. Listen here: https://t.co/X3bkpeCcIs

By Eric Alper
SiriusXM Show Spotlights Grammy Star, Authors, Producers
SocialMar 19, 2026

SiriusXM Show Spotlights Grammy Star, Authors, Producers

My SiriusXM show: Interviews with Grammy-winning country superstar Carly Pearce; Cam Gordon, author, Track Changes: The Origin Story of Canadian Music on the Internet (1990-2010); Singer-Songwriter Lia Pappas-Kemps; Mega-producer now author Vito Luprano of It’s All Coming Back To https://t.co/uOLq7e8c89...

By Eric Alper
Crown Lands Drop Prog‑Rock Deep
SocialMar 19, 2026

Crown Lands Drop Prog‑Rock Deep

Crown Lands have shared "Through the Looking Glass," a prog-rock deep cut featuring 12-string arpeggios, Mellotrons, and a 7/8 Moog bridge. Their new album 'Apocalypse' arrives May 15. https://t.co/fzVpPPw5eX

By Eric Alper