Phoebe Bridgers Playing Madison Square Garden This Week
Phoebe Bridgers announced a surprise solo concert at New York’s Madison Square Garden for June 4, 2026, presented by streaming service Tidal. Tickets are priced at $1, with proceeds benefiting the Community Justice Exchange’s Immigration Bond Freedom Fund, and are allocated through a random‑selection request system to deter scalpers. Fans must register by June 1, and selected ticket holders receive digital tickets with randomly assigned seats. The event follows a series of intimate pop‑up shows and marks her first solo MSG appearance since a 2023 boygenius performance.
Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)
BrooklynVegan has launched a weekly Spotify playlist that aggregates the most compelling new releases across its coverage areas, from indie rock to experimental electronic. The May 29, 2026 edition features 18 tracks, including contributions from Boards of Canada, Iceage, Kristin Hersh, Wet Leg...
Death Cab for Cutie Playing New Album at Intimate LA Show (Pre-Order Exclusive Vinyl Variant)
Indie rock veterans Death Cab for Cutie are set to release their first album on an independent label in two decades, "I Built You a Tower," on June 9. Ahead of the launch, the band will perform the record in...
Le Guess Who? Announces 2026 Initial Lineup & Guest Curators
Le Guess Who? festival announced its 2026 lineup and guest curators for its 20th anniversary, scheduled for November 5‑8 across multiple Utrecht venues. Curators aja monet, KMRU, Los Thuthanaka and Tropical Fuck Storm each present exclusive performances and collaborations. The initial...
Chanel Beads Share “Dust in the Wind,” Announce Fall Tour with Urika’s Bedroom, Anastasia Coope, More
Brooklyn‑based indie act Chanel Beads, the moniker of Shane Lavers, dropped a new single titled “Dust in the Wind,” co‑written with Isaac Eiger and accompanied by a Robbie Barnett‑directed video. The track precedes the artist’s sophomore album, also called Your Day...
Ravyn Lenae Announces New Album, Shares “Handle”
Ravyn Lenae announced her third album, Blue Island, set for an August 7 release on Atlantic Records. The record reunites her with producer Dahi and features the newly dropped rock‑leaning single “Handle.” It follows 2024’s Bird’s Eye and includes earlier collaborations like “Reputation” with Dominic Fike. Lenae...
Riot Fest 2026 Lineup: Tool, Nas, Alanis, Iggy, Sex Pistols AND PiL, Bright Eyes, Pixies, Angine De Poitrine, More
Riot Fest returns to Chicago’s Douglass Park for September 18‑20, 2026, with headliners Tool, Twenty One Pilots, Pierce the Veil and Alanis Morissette. The massive lineup also features the Sex Pistols with Frank Carter and Public Image Ltd, sparking buzz...
17 New Songs Out Today
Brooklyn Vegan’s daily roundup spotlights 17 freshly released songs spanning indie rock, folk, synth‑pop and hip‑hop. Highlights include Holy Wave’s debut single “S33.U.IN/HAL” from the forthcoming i’m DADA album, Jungle’s “The Wave” teasing the August 14 Sunshine LP, and The...
Sébastien Tellier Announces North American Tour
French electronic veteran Sébastien Tellier announced a North American tour to promote his new album Kiss the Beast. The itinerary includes headline shows in New York City’s Brooklyn Steel (Sept 21), San Francisco, Los Angeles and a slot at San Diego’s CRSSD Festival, with tickets on sale...
Gogol Bordello Announce Fall Tour ++ New Exclusive ‘Gypsy Punks: Underground World Strike’ Vinyl
Gogol Bordello’s new album *We Mean It, Man* fuels a fall 2026 North American tour that begins in September after a summer European festival run. The band also offers an exclusive “Yellow w/ Black Splatter” vinyl of their 2005 album *Gypsy Punks:...
Charli XCX, Mike D & Olivia Rodrigo Release New Songs
Charli XCX, Beastie Boys co‑founder Mike D, and pop star Olivia Rodrigo each dropped new singles on Friday, adding fresh material to a busy release week. Charli’s “SS26” pairs a runway‑styled video with a candid statement about artistic honesty. Mike...
Oakwood Announce Tour with Love Letter, Joie-De-Vivre, Gapyear, Camping in Alaska, More
Texas emo outfit Oakwood is set to release its first album in years, *Blurred Away*, on May 29 through Memory Music. To support the record, the band announced a 20‑plus‑date North American trek that kicks off in July and runs through...
Hot Chip Announce First-Ever Reissues of ‘The Warning,’ ‘Made in the Dark’ & ‘One Life Stand’
British electronic band Hot Chip announced the first-ever reissues of three of their most acclaimed albums—2006’s The Warning, 2008’s Made in the Dark, and 2010’s One Life Stand—on double‑LP gatefold biovinyl, slated for July 17 via Domino. The Warning marks its...
The Coral Surprise Release New Rocksteady-Influenced Album ‘388’ (Listen)
The Coral, the UK indie rock outfit, surprised fans on May 21, 2026 with their 13th album, 388, released without prior notice. Recorded on a vintage Tascam 388 tape machine, the record blends rocksteady, reggae, and 60s‑era sounds, debuting as a limited‑run vinyl before...
Three 6 Mafia, Circle Jerks, American Nightmare, More Playing New Festival Endless Fires
Keith Allen, co‑founder of the U.S. Hellfest, is debuting a new two‑day festival called Endless Fires in Syracuse, New York, on August 15‑16, 2026. The event, hosted at Sharkey’s Event Center, targets fans of hardcore, metal, punk, crossover and underground hip‑hop....
ADULT. & A Place To Bury Strangers Announce Co-Headline Fall Tour
ADULT. and A Place To Bury Strangers have unveiled a co‑headlining fall tour across the United States. The 15‑date run kicks off on Nov 5 in Kingston, NY and concludes on Nov 21 in Detroit, with stops in major markets such as...
BV Interviews: Robyn Hitchcock Celebrates Collapse, Polka Dots & New Album ‘The Confuser’
Veteran singer‑songwriter Robyn Hitchcock announced his 25th studio album, *The Confuser*, recorded in Nashville with a cadre of session musicians. He describes the record as a ‘celebration of collapse,’ reflecting artistic change. To support the release, Hitchcock is launching his...
24 New Songs Out Today
BrooklynVegan’s daily roundup spotlights 24 freshly released songs spanning indie, electronic, metal and pop, from collaborations like Locust’s "Long Distance Lover" with Slowdive’s Neil Halstead to solo debuts such as MMJ’s "Nobody Knows." The list also flags major album announcements,...
Hovvdy Announce New LP ‘Big World’ & Tour, Share “Try Try Try”
Indie duo Hovvdy announced their sixth full-length album, Big World, slated for release on August 14 through Arts & Crafts. Produced by Ben Littlejohn, the record trims the expansive double‑album format of their 2024 self-titled effort into a tighter, more...
Sondre Lerche Announces New Album & Tour, Shares “Little Kids”
Norwegian singer‑songwriter Sondre Lerche announced his first album in four years, *Acrobats*, slated for release on August 21 through PLZ/Virgin. The record was recorded across nine studios, features string arrangements by Sean O’Hagan of The High Llamas, and is led by...
Show Me The Body Announce New LP ‘Alone Together,’ Share “No God”
Brooklyn‑based hardcore outfit Show Me The Body announced their fourth studio album, *Alone Together*, slated for release on July 10 through Loma Vista. The record was crafted with producers Klas Åhlund and Kenneth Blume III, and already features the single “Dance in...
Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)
BrooklynVegan launched its weekly Spotify playlist, highlighting 22 newly released tracks spanning indie, pop, punk, and legacy acts. The list includes songs from high‑profile artists such as the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney & Ringo Starr, Charli XCX, and emerging names like RIP Magic and Dazy....
Portrayal of Guilt Tell Us About 10 Bands They Listen to While on the Road
Portrayal of Guilt is launching a North American tour to promote their April‑released album …Beginning of the End. The itinerary pairs the band with industrial‑leaning Street Sects and rotating openers such as Taraneh, Halloween, The Infinity Ring and pageninetynine. Ahead of...
Olivia Rodrigo Adds New Shows to Tour (10 Barclays Center Shows Included)
Olivia Rodrigo has expanded her 2026‑27 arena tour with ten additional shows at New York’s Barclays Center in February 2027. The added dates bring the Brooklyn run to ten nights, reflecting strong ticket‑presale demand. The concerts will feature rotating opening...
De La Soul Action Figures Announced
Super7 has launched a line of 3.75‑inch De La Soul ReAction figures, modeled after the group’s “Me Myself and I” video. The set includes Posdnuos and Trugoy with microphones and Maseo with a record, and can be pre‑ordered individually or as a three‑pack. The release...
Bar Italia Playing NYC Before Montreal’s Osheaga Fest (BV Presale)
London indie trio Bar Italia is returning to North America this summer, kicking off with a New York show at The Ruins in Queens on July 30, followed by a headline slot at Montreal’s Osheaga festival on July 31. Tickets are available...
Yard Act Announce New Album, Share “Redeemer”
British post‑punk outfit Yard Act announced their third studio album, *You’re Gonna Need A Little Music*, slated for release on July 17 through Island Records. The record was produced by veteran Justin Meldal‑Johnsen and recorded largely live in studios spanning...
Tour News: Karol G, Radiohead, Judge, Bright Eyes, Graham Nash, More
BrooklynVegan’s latest tour roundup highlights a flurry of live‑music activity across North America. Colombian pop star Karol G adds a second MetLife Stadium date for September 18, while Radiohead extends its immersive Kid A Mnesia Motion Picture House through June 28. Major festivals such as...
Spencer Krug (Wolf Parade) Announces Solo Piano Tour
Spencer Krug, known for his work with Wolf Parade, is launching a solo piano tour to promote his upcoming album Same Fangs, which drops later this month. The itinerary spans 22 dates across the United States and Canada from May...
Cate Le Bon Playing NYC After Woodsist Fest (BV Presale)
Welsh singer‑songwriter Cate Le Bon will appear at the 2026 Woodsist Festival in Accord, NY, followed by a solo show at Queens’ Knockdown Center on September 30. The festival also features acts like Destroyer, Ryan Davis & The Roadhouse Band,...
Squeeze Announce North American Tour with Adam Ant & Haircut 100
British new‑wave band Squeeze has announced a 2026 North American summer tour. The trek pairs the group with 80s icons Adam Ant and Haircut 100 on most dates, while The English Beat and Squeeze frontman Glenn Tilbrook’s son Leon Tilbrook appear on...
5 New Songs Out Today
BrooklynVegan’s daily roundup highlights five freshly released tracks from the indie underground. Funambulist (Caroline Glaser & Kevin Devine) debut the folk‑laden “Hatchery,” while North Carolina’s Wailin Storms announce their Southern‑gothic album The Arsonist for July 10 via Season Mist. Parts & Labor return after a 15‑year...
Fat Evil Children Touring, Including Dates with Lowertown and Wunderhorse
Los Angeles‑based indie rock band Fat Evil Children, formed at USC, released their debut album “Fat Evil Dogs, Fat Evil Cats, Fat Evil Bears, Fat Evil Rats” in 2024 and followed with the “Can’t Stop” EP in November. The group...
AFI Announce Fall Tour with Choir Boy
AFI announced a North American fall tour co‑headlining with indie act Choir Boy, kicking off on October 10 at Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, N.J. The itinerary spans 15 dates, including stops in Baltimore, Columbus, Milwaukee, Toronto and a festival slot at Aftershock...
All Things Go DC 2026 Has Mitski, Hayley, Brandi, Ethel, Father John, Muna, Robby Hoffman, Slayyyter, More
All Things Go DC unveiled its complete 2026 lineup for the three‑day event at Merriweather Post Pavilion, scheduled for September 25‑27. Mitski and Hayley Williams were confirmed as the headliners, anchoring a roster that blends indie, pop, hip‑hop and emerging talent....
Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)
BrooklynVegan has launched its latest weekly Spotify playlist, featuring 20 newly released tracks from a mix of indie, punk, and experimental artists. The lineup includes songs by Citizen, The Menzingers, Laibach, Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry & Mouse on Mars, and a...
Geese Add 2nd Forest Hills Stadium Show
NYC indie rock outfit Geese announced a fall tour that now includes two consecutive headline shows at Forest Hills Stadium, Queens, on October 2 and 3, 2026. The first night sold out almost instantly, prompting the addition of the second...
The Afghan Whigs Brought 40 Years of Swaggering Rock to Webster Hall with Mercury Rev (Review, Setlist, Video)
The Afghan Whigs marked their 40‑year anniversary with a high‑energy concert at New York’s Webster Hall, supported by longtime collaborators and an expanded lineup that added former vocalist Steve Myers and additional percussionists. The set spanned the band’s nine‑album catalog,...
Slayyyter Adds New Shows to Tour, NYC & LA Included
Pop provocateur Slayyyter has expanded her 2026 tour supporting the album Worst Girl in America, adding new headlining dates in New York City, Los Angeles, Oakland and San Diego, plus a five‑show Australian run in August. The additional shows go...
JPEGMAFIA Announce New Album & Tour, Share “Babygirl” Video
JPEGMAFIA announced his next album, EXPERIMENTAL RAP, slated for release on May 29 through AWAL Recordings. The lead single “babygirl” drops with a video that pairs a hypnotic vocal sample with heavy‑metal guitars. A North American fall tour supporting the album...
Interpol Announce North American Tour W/ DIIV, Loathe, Youth Lagoon, Julie, More
Interpol has added a North American leg to its 2026 world tour, kicking off on the West Coast in late August with Youth Lagoon, Loathe and julie as opening acts. The band will transition to an October run across the...
Olivia Rodrigo Announces 2026-2027 Tour with Die Spitz, The Last Dinner Party, Grace Ives, Wolf Alice, More
Olivia Rodrigo has unveiled a massive arena tour running from September 2026 through May 2027, spanning North America and Europe. The schedule includes multiple shows in several cities, notably four nights at New York’s Barclays Center. Supporting acts rotate among...
Tour News: Santigold, Young M.A., Jeff Rosenstock, Bad Gyal, More
BrooklynVegan’s latest tour roundup spotlights a wave of announcements from diverse acts ranging from indie‑pop star Santigold to rock veterans Foo Fighters. Several artists, including Kacey Musgraves and Young M.A., are pairing new releases with arena or club dates, while Jeff...
The Hobknobs (Ex Lewsberg) Prep Debut Album, on US Tour Now: Hear “Easier Listening”
Dutch indie act Lewsberg has dissolved, but front‑man Arie van Vliet has resurfaced with vocalist Yaël Dekker as the duo The Hobknobs. Their debut album, Helmets Off, arrives on June 26 via the 12XU imprint, led by the jaunty single...
Live Nation’s $30 “All-In” Concert Ticket Promotion Happening Now
Live Nation has launched a $30 “all‑in” ticket promotion covering more than 4,000 concerts across North America. The offer, which includes fees and taxes, is live now and runs through May 5 or while supplies last. Headliners range from Guns N’ Roses and...
SummerStage 2026 Free Show Lineup
The City Parks Foundation announced SummerStage’s 2026 lineup, marking the series’ 40th anniversary with a slate of free concerts and ticketed benefit shows across New York City’s five boroughs from May through October. The program features a diverse roster—from indie...
Taking Back Sunday Announce Fall Tour with Thrice and Saves the Day
Taking Back Sunday has unveiled a 30‑date North American fall tour, joined by fellow emo stalwarts Thrice and Saves the Day. The run kicks off September 23 in Wallingford, CT and wraps on October 18 at Las Rocks, where the band will celebrate...
Dying Fetus & Sanguisugabogg Announce Tour W/ Crowbar, Left to Suffer, Deterioration, More
Death metal veterans Dying Fetus and Sanguisugabogg will co‑headline a 32‑city North American tour from September 17 to October 24, 2026. The bill includes established act Crowbar and rising groups Left to Suffer, Deterioration, with Scorching Tomb opening select dates....
Static Dress Share “…Hospice” From New LP ‘Injury Episode’ (Pre-Order Exclusive Vinyl)
British post‑hardcore outfit Static Dress is set to release its second full‑length, Injury Episode, on May 29 through Sumerian Records. The album arrives with two exclusive vinyl pressings—a Black Ice glitter edition limited to 200 copies and an Ice Blue/Red half‑half...
Cabaret Voltaire Tell Us About 5 Songs that Shaped Their Sound
Cabaret Voltaire has issued a live album that surveys the full breadth of their pioneering electronic output, coinciding with the announcement of their final North American tour. Founding member Stephen Mallinder identified five tracks—Can’s “Vitamin C,” Joy Division’s “Atmosphere,” Wayne...