Ariana Grande Kicks Off “The Eternal Sunshine Tour: See Setlist + Photos
Ariana Grande opened her first headlining tour since 2019 with the Oakland stop of the “Eternal Sunshine Tour,” a 41‑concert residency‑style rollout across North America and Europe. The setlist featured 23 songs, including 11 tracks from her 2024 album *eternal sunshine* and the new single “hate that i made you love me” from the forthcoming *petals* album. The tour will span ten cities, with multiple nights in each venue, and serves as a live‑marketing platform ahead of the July 31 release of *petals*. Grande’s production also highlighted a back‑tracked performance of “Rain on Me” with Lady Gaga, underscoring her collaborative catalog.
Olivia Rodrigo Debuts New Song with Robert Smith During Surprise Set at Primavera Sound
Olivia Rodrigo surprised Primavera Sound attendees with a pop‑rock popup set that introduced her first-ever collaboration, a new song with The Cure frontman Robert Smith titled “what’s wrong with me.” The track appears on her forthcoming album you seem pretty...
Gracie Abrams’ “The Look at My Life Tour” Is Selling Out — Here’s How to Still Get Tickets
Gracie Abrams’ "The Look at My Life Tour" is a 64‑date global run supporting her third album, Daughter from Hell, kicking off Dec 2 2026 in Denver and concluding May 28 2027 in Barcelona. The tour features multi‑night stops in major U.S. markets and...
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Gets Switch 2 Release Date, Pre-Orders Now Open
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition will debut on Nintendo’s Switch 2 on August 28, four years after the original launch. Co‑written by George R.R. Martin and Hidetaka Miyazaki, the $79.99 package bundles the base game, the 2024 Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, and new classes,...
Soul Asylum Announce Tour Dates, MPLS Unplugged Live Album
Soul Asylum announced a 2026 world tour that will hit Europe, North America and South America, beginning in June and running through November. The band will release a new live album, *MPLS Unplugged*, on August 28 via Blue Élan Records, featuring a...
The Afghan Whigs Announce New Album Soft Control and 2026 Tour Dates
The Afghan Whigs announced their tenth studio album, Soft Control, slated for release on August 21 2026 via Royal Cream and BMG Records. The band debuted the second single “Jungle Roux” and revealed a 2026 fall tour that kicks off in Europe...
Frankie Valli Cancels 2026 Tour Dates Due to Health Issues
Legendary singer Frankie Valli, 92, announced he is canceling the remaining dates of his 2026 tour to focus on his health. He apologized to ticket holders and said he will take the rest of the year off. His representative clarified...
Heavy Song of the Week: Tom Morello and Serj Tankian Bring Political Fire With “Adjourn It”
Tom Morello and Serj Tankian have dropped the politically charged single “Adjourn It,” featuring a guest solo from Morello’s son Roman. The track’s lyrics target immigrant persecution and the resurgence of fascist rhetoric, while its video nods to historic Mexican‑American miner...
007 First Light, First James Bond Game in 14 Years, Sells 1.5 Million Copies in 24 Hours
IO Interactive’s *007 First Light* marks the first James Bond video game in 14 years and has quickly become a commercial hit, moving 1.5 million copies within its first 24 hours. The action‑adventure title blends stealth and cinematic combat, drawing comparisons to...
Joan Baez Calls Out Pop Stars Who Avoid Activism: “Take That Little Step”
Iconic folk singer Joan Baez used her recent appearance on "Wiser Than Me With Julia Louis‑Dreyfus" to challenge today’s pop stars to speak up on political issues. While she praised Brandi Carlile and Maggie Rogers for taking visible stands, Baez expressed frustration that...
Stan Lee’s Voice Licensed to AI for Commercial Uses, Non-Stan Lee Stories
Stan Lee Universe has partnered with ElevenLabs to license the comic legend’s voice and likeness for commercial AI applications and a new public‑domain audiobook club. The estate will curate monthly releases, starting with classic titles like *Treasure Island*, allowing AI‑generated...
Godsmack’s Sully Erna Talks “Live at Mohegan Sun,” New Lineup, 2026 Tour, and Future Albums
Godsmack released the live album and concert film *Live at Mohegan Sun*, documenting their October 26 2024 sold‑out show in Connecticut, which turned out to be the final performance of classic members Tony Rombola and Shannon Larkin. Frontman Sully Erna highlighted the recording’s...
Rivers Cuomo Uploads Mysterious Collection of Covers Songs to YouTube
Rivers Cuomo posted an album‑length collection of 16 lo‑fi cover songs on his YouTube channel, featuring brief renditions of tracks ranging from Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson to Nirvana and Dolly Parton. The recordings, made between 2018 and 2021, were released...
Kehlani Announces 2026 North American Tour
R&B star Kehlani unveiled a 33‑date North American "Kehlani World Tour" slated to begin on August 6 in Minneapolis and run through early October, covering major markets such as Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago. The tour supports her self‑titled album, which entered...
Paul McCartney Talks About Origins of New Album With Actor Paul Mescal in Amazon Short Film Streaming Now
Paul McCartney teamed with actor Paul Mescal for an Amazon‑produced short film that delves into the personal stories behind his forthcoming album *The Boys of Dungeon Lane*. The film premiered on Amazon Live and the Amazon Music app on May 25, positioning the...