71‑Year‑Old Accordionist
Street musician Alexander (no last name given), 71, plays the accordion on Nikolskaya Street in central Moscow, Russia March 10, 2026. REUTERS/Ramil Sitdikov https://t.co/4YhuICQdDR
AI Music Blurs Line Between Human and Machine
A viral AI cover of Papaoutai sparked a simple question. Could you actually tell if your favorite song was created by a human or a machine? As generative music improves, the line between authentic performance and algorithmic creation is getting harder to...
BTS and Spotify Launch Interactive ARIRANG ‘SWIMSIDE’ Campaign
.@BTS_twt is teaming up with @Spotify to ensure #ARIRANG is more than just a passive listening experience with their 'SWIMSIDE' campaign Full details via @Forbes: https://t.co/eoJU7dgNsJ
Lost Biggie‑Dilla Collaboration Resurfaces After 1990s Feud
In '96, Biggie spit a verse over a Dilla instrumental made for Busta Rhymes. It was shelved because of subliminals aimed at 2Pac. After Puffy unsuccessfully tried to buy the beat, one of rap's great dream collabs was lost until it...
Dissonance Drops Brutal “Induced Mentac
Knoxville death/black thrash force Dissonance release "Induced Mentacide" featuring Ricky Myers of Suffocation. Raw, punishing, and absolutely unrelenting. https://t.co/Qydxlfr4aN
Total Annihilation Unleashes Heavier, Faster “Mountains of Madness”
Basel thrash/death metal force Total Annihilation release their fourth album 'Mountains of Madness'. Faster, heavier, and more brutal than anything they have done before. https://t.co/Y5RlkMICr3
Get Expert Media, Radio, Playlist Support for Releases
If you’re planning a new release and want help reaching more media outlets, radio shows, and playlists, I’d be happy to help. I’ve spent decades working with artists at every stage of their careers. Feel free to reach out at...
Big Thief Adds North American Leg, Tickets March 13
Big Thief announce a new North American leg of the "Somersault Slide 360 Tour," running August through October in support of 'Double Infinity'. Tickets on sale March 13. https://t.co/kgrQgZolMq
Kim Gordon Drops “Play Me” Ahead of New Album Release
Kim Gordon releases the title track and video for "Play Me" ahead of her third solo album arriving March 13, with a North American and European tour running April through July. https://t.co/KE9KYpWm5z
Elton John Honored with Glenn Gould Prize in Toronto
Elton John receives the Glenn Gould Prize on May 9 in Toronto, with performances by Diana Krall, The Beaches, Ron Sexsmith, Jeremy Dutcher, Emily D'Angelo, Ryan Wang, and LOONY. https://t.co/LuzHigb6fK
Head Trip: Two‑night Indio EDM Festival, Nonstop Lineup
Goldenvoice announces Head Trip, a one-time two-night event in Indio this October. Calvin Harris, Swedish House Mafia, Skrillex, Peggy Gou, Four Tet, and more on one stage with no overlapping sets. https://t.co/nL4Mb2YZ5W
Romeo Unveils Debut Vintage Hard‑rock Album Deja
Romeo announce their debut album 'Deja Vu Letters', nine tracks of vintage-inspired hard rock arriving May 29. Pre-save is live now. https://t.co/I0D5Sr4eX1
LYLVC's "Starless" Tackles Survival in Dark Times
LYLVC release "Starless" featuring Bobby Amaru of Saliva, a raw and unflinching single about surviving the darkest moments. Out now via Judge & Jury Records. https://t.co/AQvpHMCcnW
Kanye's SoFi Stadium Show Tests Hollywood's Forgiveness
Is Hollywood ready for Kanye West again? His SoFi Stadium show may be the test https://t.co/FvjT5B0eSQ
Stray Cats Launch Month-Long Summer Tour July 24
The Stray Cats announce a month-long cross-country summer tour, with Brian Setzer, Lee Rocker, and Slim Jim Phantom hitting the road starting July 24 in Las Vegas. https://t.co/BYimcd6pTs
Paid Narratives Skew Perception of Drake's Classic Album
I never said Drake didn’t have a classic album, I said that has been the discussion. But ya’ll get duped with the paid narratives And unfortunately I appreciate the promo
Tilly Norwood's Music Video Disappoints, Offering Brief Relief
Tilly Norwood's music video is so bad that I think we can all breathe a sigh of relief — for now https://www.techradar.com/ai-platforms-assistants/tilly-norwoods-music-video-is-so-bad-that-i-think-we-can-all-breathe-a-sigh-of-relief-for-now
David Bowie’s 1980 Tonight Show Performance of Classics
Watch David Bowie Perform “Life on Mars” and “Ashes to Ashes” on The Tonight Show in 1980 https://t.co/ieYvgnXYxK
Bands Decline on Hot 100; Solo Acts Dominate
Interrupting what's left of yet another manic trading day to bring you this sad reality via @SoberLook Bands have steadily lost prominence on Billboard Hot 100 since their 1960s peak, with solo artists and collaborations dominating chart-topping hits over the...
Noah Kahan Slams Autograph Scalpers, Defends Chappell Roan
Noah Kahan Defends Chappell Roan’s Right to Be Left Alone: ‘Eat F—ing Nails,’ He Tells ‘Scummy’ Professional Autograph ‘Scalpers’ https://t.co/yLAdLLuxGh via @variety
Matt Palka's 'Gypsy Queen' Chronicles Unexpected Cross‑Country Love
Matt Palka releases "Gypsy Queen," the second single from his album 'Moment In The Sun', out June 19. The track tells a true story of unexpected love, pedal steel, and a cross-country drive. https://t.co/o5d7KOdxzn
Kenny Chesney Wins First Ocean Legacy Award at Tortuga
Kenny Chesney receives the inaugural Ocean Legacy Award at Tortuga Music Festival on April 12, marking his sixth headline appearance at the festival he helped launch in 2013. https://t.co/N0LhMuoptn
Whitelands Debut US SXSW Shows, Promoting “Sunlight Echoes”
London shoegazers Whitelands play their first ever US shows at SXSW this week, performing five dates across Austin in support of their acclaimed second album 'Sunlight Echoes'. https://t.co/YC95uVbYvS
Abigail Drops Debut EP ‘Bad Mind’ – Texas Rock Powerhouse
Awaiting Abigail arrive with debut EP 'Bad Mind', four tracks of heavy riffs and melodic firepower from one of the Texas rock scene's most promising new forces. https://t.co/GhbzyII9pW
Big Richard Reimagines Classic on Debut Album Pet
Big Richard share their interpretation of "Make The World Go Away," the Hank Cochran classic that closes their debut album 'Pet', out now on Signature Sounds. https://t.co/oMhpDDwa4R 0
Fender Launches John Osborne Signature Tele with B‑String Bender
Fender and John Osborne unveil a signature Telecaster modeled on his personal 1968 original, featuring Fender's first-ever in-house designed B String Bender. Available now: https://t.co/5bAjbxBAba
Sammy Adams Debuts Bold Personal Single LIGHT
Sammy Adams returns with "LIGHT," his debut single with Big Noise Music Group, produced alongside John Feldmann. It is his boldest, most personal release yet. https://t.co/x0pBuljejj
Live at 9 Am PT: New Music & Bleachers Chat
Going live with new music and a chat with Bleachers at 9am PT, see you there https://t.co/4bdr4A5q06
Fred Again.. Reunites Bangalter for Live “One More Time” Performance
Fred again.. brought out Thomas Bangalter at Alexandra Palace on the USB002 Tour for a live performance of "One More Time." The clip is out now and it is exactly what it sounds like. https://t.co/YLsEnAI9mT
Bruno Mars Scores First #1 Debut in a Decade
Bruno Mars lands his second #1 album on the Billboard 200 as 'The Romantic' debuts on top with 186,000 units in the U.S. It is his first #1 in more than a decade and his first album to debut at...
Gorgon City, Chase & Status
Gorgon City and Chase & Status headline "Why Not Now?", a new two-night electronic festival at Brooklyn's Industry City on May 23 and 24. Tickets on sale March 11. https://t.co/sb7vzG0VkP
New Releases & Reissues Spotlight: Booker, Uhlmann, Jeck, & More
Wrote about new albums from Booker Stardrum and Gregory Uhlmann in today's newsletter, plus Philip Jeck, Nadia Struiwigh, DJs di Guetto, FAX, and Dntel's newly reissued Enya edits https://t.co/a7KTSupp1L https://t.co/W8mK4YyYe6
Ramones' Definitive Album Explored, with Cheap Trick Tangent
On the latest edition of Catalog Club: Ramones (1976-1984), I talked about their most complete album (and also went on a long tangent about Cheap Trick). https://t.co/CAEtl3W5be https://t.co/EmbgWs9hTf
AI Actor Tilly Norwood Defends Tech in Provocative Music Video
AI ‘Actor’ Tilly Norwood Sings About Backlash in Bizarre Music Video Claiming ‘AI’s Not the Enemy, It’s the Key’ https://t.co/72BC5zg938 via @variety
Kim Gordon's Second Noise‑Rap Album Packs a Punch
Wrote about the second noise-rap album from Kim Gordon, which leapt out of the speakers at me https://t.co/rmQ1R8oHOw
JR Sextet Returns to North West, Liverpool Show
Delighted to say we’re bringing the JR Sextet to Liverpool’s magnificent Tung Auditorium this November. Been a while since we’ve played in the North West. Very much looking forward to it. https://t.co/3G66mgchbk
Celebrating My Second Rolling Stone Cover on Fuerza Regida
no más pa que sepan…….. mexicans are fucking up rn 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽 honored to have written my second rolling stone cover on fuerza regida
Friends Jam Deep Cuts at Friday Camp‑In
For Friday night of the Camp-In. Me, Greg, Anne, Megan, Bryan and Carlton are working up some Camper Van Beethoven deep cuts. https://t.co/47zvGBHERz
Biggie’s Legacy: Human Genius Over Mythic Legend
The Best Biggie songs, ranked. https://t.co/T2q62O766I "It’s easy to lose Christopher Wallace in mythology. Because he died so young, and left such an impossible body of work, because of legends those who were around him in his brief lifetime continue to tell,...
Nashville's Hidden Gigs Deliver Legendary Surprise Performances
Nashville is rad because you can go to your cool local hangout and see a legendary band playing basically a public rehearsal for their next album release and the guitarist you were writing about that day (bc he also plays...
Music Assets Surge While Public Music Stocks Hit Lows
Music is more popular than ever as an asset class in private markets, but publicly-traded music companies are near their all-time low stock prices. Quite the paradox.
Squeeze's Lost 1970s Concept Album “Trixies” Finally Discussed
Glad to talk w/ Difford & Tilbrook about this very good and unusual @Squeezeofficial record... Squeeze’s Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford Go Time-Tripping With ‘Trixies,’ a Terrific New Concept Album They Wrote but Never Recorded in the 1970s https://t.co/drmaJayqBh via...
Artists Dissect Haters, Celebrate Truth, And
Bruiser Wolf x Payroll Giovanni explain the differences between haters and opps. Sideshow delivers one of the year's best albums. A Skrilla seance with ancient Santo deities. Blue Pesos keeps the truth alive. So does @DonnyMorrison26 at The Rap Up. https://t.co/tHSmvY7uJy
Lorelei Unveils Super Deluxe Box, Drops Cover
This Is Lorelei announces 'Box for Buddy, Box for Star' Super Deluxe, shares Power Snatch cover of "Perfect Hand" https://t.co/imj5ZVJDZ6
Charlie Puth Goes Live on Apple Music to Debut “Home”
Catching up with Charlie Puth live on @AppleMusic radio in 10 mins to chat new track Home. Tap in
February's Must-Listen Albums: Ratboys, J. Cole, Charli XCX
Monthly Report: February Albums - Ratboys, Department, J. Cole, Charli XCX, The Paranoid Style, The Tomeka Reid Quartet, Willow, etc. https://t.co/52p0LNSgaa
Michael Stipe Returns, Performs Two Songs After 20 Years
Michael Stipe sings "These Days" and "The Great Beyond" for the first time in nearly two decades https://t.co/0Gyy1gwdWk
Woodstock Icon Country Joe McDonald Dies at 84
Country Joe McDonald, Woodstock Star Who Found Counterculture Fame With ‘I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-To-Die Rag,’ Dies at 84 https://t.co/jSEOsuwktk via @variety
Triad's Fantastic Show Shows Every Player Thriving
Fantastic @makayamccraven show Wednesday at thebasementeast — every player in this trio is amazing. Band as circulatory system mhillsounds @juniuspaulmusic
Philadelphia's Weekend Lineup Features Subtronics, Cat Power, Maná
Philly music this weekend with @Subtronics, Jimmy Webb, Cat Power, Maná, Moe., Bar Dust, @robertglasper, Baroness, Lindsey Webster & more https://www.inquirer.com/entertainment/music/philadelphia-music-concerts-cat-power-jimmy-webb-20260304.html?utm_source=threads.com&utm_campaign=edit_social_share_threads_traffic&utm_medium=social&utm_content=&utm_term=&int_promo=