Heavy Song of the Week: BIG|BRAVE Bring Emotional Heft to “an Uttering of Antipathy”
Heavy music journalist Heavy Consequence spotlights BIG|BRAVE’s new single “an uttering of antipathy,” emphasizing its blend of sculpted noise, vocoded vocals, and raw emotional weight. The track showcases grief‑laden lyrics like “God only blames me,” positioning heaviness as a feeling rather than a strict genre. The article also highlights honorable mentions—Dimmu Borgir’s symphonic black metal, Haken’s progressive metal shift, and Thrown Into Exile’s drum‑driven intensity—illustrating the diverse ways modern acts push heavy music’s boundaries.
Analyzing ARIRANG’s Hidden Track “Come Over”: Stanning BTS Podcast
BTS’s hidden track “Come Over,” exclusive to the deluxe vinyl of ARIRANG, has become a focal point for fans and the group’s World Tour setlist. The Stanning BTS podcast dissects the song’s lyrical layers, highlighting verses from Suga, RM, and...
Qobuz Becomes Rough Trade’s Official Streaming Service Partner
Qobuz, the France‑based high‑resolution music streaming service, has signed a two‑year global partnership with UK indie retailer Rough Trade. The deal makes Qobuz the Official Streaming Service for Rough Trade’s seven physical locations – five in the UK, plus stores...
Justin Timberlake and Tiger Woods Settle Lawsuit Over Unpaid Sports Bar Wages
Justin Timberlake and Tiger Woods have agreed in principle to settle a lawsuit filed by two bartenders at their Manhattan venue, T‑Squared Social. The employees alleged the bar retained tips and miscalculated overtime, prompting a federal filing on May 18. The...
Morat Announce 2027 North American Tour Dates
Colombian pop‑rock band Morat announced a 13‑date North American arena leg of their “YEM: Ya Es Mañana World Tour,” running from February 26 to April 3, 2027. The itinerary spans major markets including Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Toronto, Montreal, Brooklyn and ends...
“Claypool Gold Tour” To Kick Off Featuring Primus, Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Flying Frog Brigade
Les Claypool has unveiled the "Claypool Gold 2026" tour, a 30‑date North American trek that will showcase his three primary projects—Primus, Claypool Lennon Delirium, and the Fearless Flying Frog Brigade—on the same stage each night. The itinerary launches in Reno,...
Don Omar Announces 2026 “The Last King” Tour
Puerto Rican reggaetón icon Don Omar has unveiled a 21‑date North American arena trek titled “The Last King Tour,” kicking off on September 25, 2026 at Reading’s Santander Arena and concluding November 8 in Phoenix. The itinerary hits major venues such as...
Does Drake Still Matter? A Consequence Chat
Canadian rapper Drake returned to the spotlight with a surprise triple‑album megadrop—Maid of Honour, Habibti, and Iceman—following a widely mocked Super Bowl halftime performance. The releases span dance, R&B, and rap, and early industry chatter suggests they could claim the...
Marco Antonio Solís Announces 2026 “Tour Gratitud”
Marco Antonio Solís announced a 23‑date North American "Tour Gratitud" that kicks off on July 24 in Austin and runs through October 11 in Highland, California. The itinerary spans major U.S. markets and includes two Canadian stops in Laval and Hamilton. Exclusive...
Maya Hawke on New Album Maitreya Corso, Marriage, and Post-Stranger Things Depression: Podcast
Maya Hawke’s new album *Maitreya Corso* marks a shift from career‑focused themes to intimate storytelling, inspired by her marriage to songwriter Christian Lee Hutson and a year‑long depression after wrapping *Stranger Things 5*. The record, featuring tracks such as “Dreamhouse” and “Love of My Life,”...
Paul McCartney Performs Three Songs on SNL in First Music Guest Spot in 14 Years: Watch
Sir Paul McCartney returned to Saturday Night Live as the musical guest for the first time in 14 years, closing the 51st season with three live performances. He opened with the new single “Days We Left Behind” from his forthcoming album The Boys of Dungeon Lane, revisited the Wings...
See the Setlist for Harry Styles’ “Together, Together” Tour Kick-Off
Harry Styles kicked off his 2026 “Together, Together” residency series with a ten‑show run at Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome, opening with a 20‑song set that blends hits and ten tracks from his new album “Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.” The...
Ella Langley’s 2026 Tour: How to Get Tickets
Ella Langley’s second album *Dandelion* has propelled three singles into the Billboard Hot 100 top 10, with “Choosin’ Texas” holding No. 1 for nine weeks. The artist launched the Dandelion Tour in February, marking her first arena‑headlining run across the United States and...
World Cup Ticket Prices Have Dropped 24% Over the Last 30 Days
Ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are sliding sharply on the secondary market, with a 24% drop over the past month—equating to roughly $177 less per ticket. Data from Ticketdata.com shows a 5% decline in the last seven...
Ice Cube, Mike Epps Announce Friday 30th Anniversary Hip-Hop and Standup Show
Ice Cube and comedian Mike Epps are staging a one‑night, hip‑hop and stand‑up celebration of the 30th anniversary of the cult classic *Friday* on July 17 at the Long Beach Amphitheater. The "Everyday’s Friday: Lyrics, Loungin’ and Laughing" show will feature...
Dave Matthews Band Open 2026 Tour by Digging Deep Into Their Catalog
Dave Matthews Band kicked off its 2026 U.S. tour with two Texas shows, delivering a 20‑song set in The Woodlands and a 22‑song set in Dallas that featured rare and unreleased tracks. The band revived "Only Takes a Moment," "Broken...
Charli XCX Doubles Down on Chaos with New Song “I Keep Thinking About You Every Single Day And Night”
Charli XCX released the B‑side “I Keep Thinking About You Every Single Day And Night” just hours after debuting the punk‑leaning single “Rock Music.” The new track swaps aggressive guitars for a sleek ’90s‑style club beat while delivering provocative queer‑themed...
Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week May 2nd – May 8th
Consequence’s weekly "Songs of the Week" roundup spotlights ten new tracks spanning indie‑folk, funk, hip‑hop, indietronic and indie‑rock. Aldous Harding releases “Coats,” the final single ahead of her fifth album, while Chaka Khan returns with the Godzilla‑themed funk anthem “Chakzilla.”...
Psychedelic Furs Cancel Spring and Summer 2026 Tours Due to “Serious Medical Issue”
The Psychedelic Furs have abruptly canceled both their spring and summer 2026 U.S. tours, citing a serious medical issue affecting a band member. The cancellations come just days after the band announced the summer dates with Living Colour and the...
Debbie Harry and Pamela Anderson to Play Mother and Daughter in Indie Comedy Maitreya
Indie comedy Maitreya, written by Samuel D. Hunter and directed by Jonathan Krisel, is currently pitching for a distribution deal at Cannes. The film pairs 80‑year‑old Blondie frontwoman Debbie Harry with 58‑year‑old actress Pamela Anderson, casting Harry as Anderson’s mother....
Alanis Morissette, Katy Perry, Future to Perform at FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremonies
FIFA announced three separate opening ceremonies for the 2026 World Cup, each staged in the host nations of Mexico, the United States and Canada. The Mexico City event on June 11 will feature Maná, Los Ángeles Azules and South African artist...
Heavy Song of the Week: Darkthrone Unite Badass Metal and Cerebral Prog on “They Found One of My Graves”
Norwegian metal veterans Darkthrone have dropped the lead single “They Found One of My Graves,” the opening track from their upcoming album Pre‑Historic Metal. The four‑minute song channels late‑70s/early‑80s doom, heavy rock and early speed metal before erupting into a...
New AirPods to Feature Cameras for AI-Powered Visual Intelligence: Report
Apple is in the final development stages of new AirPods that embed low‑resolution cameras in each earbud, turning the devices into visual sensors for Siri. The cameras, housed in longer stems, will capture environmental cues to enable context‑aware answers, cooking...
A Definitive Ranking of Every Megadeth Album
Heavy Consequence has published a definitive ranking of all 17 Megadiff studio albums, culminating with the band’s self‑titled release in early 2026. The piece traces Dave Mustaine’s journey from his 1983 dismissal from Metallica to building a thrash‑to‑progressive‑to‑alternative metal powerhouse....
Olivia Rodrigo’s “The Unraveled Tour” Is Sold Out — Here’s How You Can Still Get Tickets
Olivia Rodrigo’s "The Unraveled Tour" – a 98‑show global trek supporting her third album – sold out its general on‑sale within hours of the May 7 launch. Despite the sell‑out, fans can still snag tickets through verified resale channels like Ticketmaster...
Hayley Williams Announces “The Hayley Williams Show” Tour
Hayley Williams has expanded "The Hayley Williams Show" tour with additional U.S. dates in September‑October 2026 and a full Latin America leg in November. The U.S. shows feature Magdalena Bay and Rico Nasty as openers, while Annie DiRusso joins the Latin America dates....
Phoebe Bridgers to Play Comeback Show in Roswell, New Mexico on Friday
Phoebe Bridgers is set to headline her first solo concert in three years at The Liberty in Roswell, New Mexico, on May 8. The event was announced via local flyers and will begin ticket sales at noon on Friday at the...
Gene Simmons Reveals KISS Just Recorded a New Song
Gene Simmons announced that KISS has entered the studio and recorded a new song written by co‑founder Paul Stanley, marking the band’s first fresh material since 2012’s "Monster" album. The revelation came during a fan‑run YouTube interview, confirming creative activity...
Avett Brothers and Mike Patton Perform “Disappearing” On Jimmy Kimmel Live: Watch
The Avett Brothers teamed with Mike Patton under the AVTT/PTTN moniker to perform their single “Disappearing” on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The appearance coincides with a U.S. tour that runs through June 20 in Waukegan, Illinois, promoting their self‑titled debut album released...
Shakira Adds Five New US Shows to “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour”
Colombian pop star Shakira has expanded the U.S. leg of her 2026 Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour with five additional dates, adding second nights in San Jose, Atlanta, Miami, Boston and Brooklyn. Tickets will be offered through a staggered...
Chat Pile’s Raygun Busch Names 10 Albums with Essential Vocal Performances
Chat Pile frontman Raygun Busch curated a list of ten albums that showcase standout vocal performances, focusing on the often‑overlooked talk‑singing style. His selections range from 1970s soul (Clarence Carter) to alternative country and theatrical rock, reflecting a broad musical...
The Rocky Horror Show Broadway Cast Performs “Sweet Transvestite” On Fallon: Watch
The new Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show opened at Studio 54 on April 23, featuring a star‑studded cast that includes Rachel Dratch, Stephanie Hsu, Andrew Durand and Luke Evans. The ensemble performed the iconic number “Sweet Transvestite” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,...
Bring Me the Horizon’s Rise to Arena Headliner on Full Display at Madison Square Garden Show: Review, Photos + Video
Bring Me the Horizon sold out Madison Square Garden on May 2, 2024, cementing their transition from death‑core origins to arena headliner status. The show was billed as an immersive, multi‑sensory experience, featuring AI‑driven visuals that projected frontman Oli Sykes in real...
The Pussycat Dolls Cancel North American Reunion Tour Amid Reports of Sluggish Ticket Sales
The Pussycat Dolls' planned "PCD Forever Tour" in North America has been largely scrapped, with every U.S. and Canadian concert canceled except a single appearance at the OUTLOUD Music Festival in Los Angeles on June 6. The decision follows reports that...
Kid Cudi Drops M.I.A. From Tour After “Offensive Remarks” About Immigrants
Kid Cudi announced on Instagram that M.I.A. was removed from his Rebel Ragers Tour after she made remarks about illegal immigrants that sparked boos in Dallas. Cudi said he had warned his team about offensive content and acted after receiving...
Jena Malone on Flowers for Men, Sci-Fi Folk, and the Duffer Brothers’ The Boroughs: Podcast
Actress‑musician Jena Malone returns with her first album in a decade, Flowers for Men, which she describes as “sci‑fi folk.” The record reflects a decade of private songwriting, motherhood‑driven perspective shifts, and a quest to forge new myths. Simultaneously, Malone stars...
Islands’ Nick Thorburn and Ratata’s Mike Stroud Join Forces as The Creem, Unveil Debut Songs: Stream
Nick Thorburn of Islands and The Unicorns and Mike Stroud of Ratatat have launched a new project called The Creem. Their partnership traces back to a 2006 email that eventually led to studio sessions in the Catskills. The duo’s debut album,...
Shakira Performs to 2 Million People at Copacabana Beach in Rio De Janeiro
Colombian pop star Shakira headlined Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach on May 2, delivering a free three‑hour show to an estimated two million spectators. The performance opened the “Todo Mundo no Rio” festival with a drone‑lit wolf tribute and featured nearly 30...
Post Malone Postpones Start of Stadium Tour with Jelly Roll, Cancels Several Dates Outright
Post Malone announced a three‑week delay to his “BIG ASS Stadium Tour,” now launching on June 12 in Indianapolis. The postponement allows him extra time to finish new music, prompting the outright cancellation of six U.S. shows in El Paso, Waco, Baton Rouge,...
Prog Band The Dear Hunter Cover Hall & Oates’ “Maneater” On the Spot: Watch
The Dear Hunter performed a surprise on‑the‑spot cover of Hall & Oates’ 1982 hit “Maneater” for Musora’s song‑craft series. The band transformed the synth‑pop anthem into an atmospheric, sax‑driven ballad with a sophisti‑pop groove and syncopated textures. Musora pairs diverse...
Carín León Details New Album MUDA, Shares “Ruca”: Stream
Mexican star Carín León announced his 14‑track album MUDA for May 7, debuting the disco‑funk single “Ruca.” The record features collaborations with Rawayana and Juanes and signals a stylistic shift toward a more global sound. León also unveiled an extensive North American tour...
Mining Metal: Ain Sof Aur, Astral Spectre, Devoid of Thought, Lynx, Nagött, Ordh, Scimitar, Ultha
Colin Dempsey contrasts Stormkeep’s five‑year wait for their second album, *The Nocturnes of Iswylm*, with Immolation’s four‑year gap between *Acts of God* (2022) and the newly released *Descent*. He argues Stormkeep’s evolution reflects a deliberate artistic shift, while Immolation leans...
Terminator 2: Judgment Day Returning to Theaters This May
Terminator 2: Judgment Day will return to U.S. cinemas for an eight‑week run beginning May 22, marking the film’s 35th anniversary. The revival will be presented in four formats—original 35 mm, 70 mm, 4K DCP and 3‑D DCP—offering both nostalgic and high‑definition experiences. The...
Alissa White-Gluz Names Her Top Three Vocalists of All Time
Alissa White‑Gluz, former Arch Enemy frontwoman and current Blue Medusa leader, revealed her three all‑time favorite vocalists: Freddie Mercury, Chris Cornell and Lzzy Hale. She praised Mercury’s expressive range, Cornell’s emotive vibrato, and Hale’s powerhouse delivery. After 13 years with Arch Enemy, White‑Gluz launched...
Bruce Springsteen Brings a Rock Revolution to Chicago: Review + Photos
Bruce Springsteen’s United Center show in Chicago continued his politically charged "Land of Hope and Dreams" tour, featuring a set that mixed classic hits with protest anthems. Guest guitarist Tom Morello joined the E Street Band, amplifying the concert’s activist...
Craig Finn and Patterson Hood Announce Summer 2026 Co-Headlining Tour
Craig Finn of The Hold Steady and Patterson Hood of Drive‑By Truckers will co‑head the "Devils in the Details" summer tour, running from July 9 to July 21, 2026. The 10‑date trek kicks off in St. Paul, Minnesota and moves across the...
Myles Kennedy Names His Top Five Vocalists of All Time
Rock vocalist Myles Kennedy, known for his work with Alter Bridge and Slash, revealed his personal list of the five greatest singers of all time. He placed David Bowie, Ella Fitzgerald, Jeff Buckley, Paul Rodgers and Freddie Mercury at the top of his...
Suki Waterhouse Announces 2026 North American Tour
Suki Waterhouse announced her 2026 North American “Loveland” tour, kicking off in Phoenix on July 22 and wrapping in Chicago on October 17. The itinerary covers 24 cities, including festival slots at Lollapalooza and the Hinterland Music Festival, and features Charlotte Lawrence,...
BTS Kick Off “ARIRANG” US Tour: See the 23-Song Setlist
BTS launched the North American leg of their ARIRANG World Tour with a two‑night kickoff at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, delivering a 23‑song set that blended new album tracks with longtime hits. The opening show featured fresh songs like...
Foo Fighters Rip Through “Caught in the Echo” And “Child Actor” On SNL UK: Watch
Foo Fighters made their first late‑night TV appearance on SNL UK, performing "Caught in the Echo" and "Child Actor" to promote their new album Your Favorite Toy. The show marked the return of longtime guitarist Pat Smear, who recovered from...