Jude Law Is Vladimir Putin in The Wizard of the Kremlin Trailer: Watch
Jude Law stars as Vladimir Putin in the upcoming political thriller *The Wizard of the Kremlin*, directed by Olivier Assayas. The trailer reveals a post‑Soviet power struggle alongside Paul Dano as the scheming Vadim Baranov. Based on Giuliano da Empoli’s fictionalized novel, the film also features Alicia Vikander, Tom Sturridge, and Jeffrey Wright. Vertical Entertainment has slated a wide theatrical release for May 15, 2026.
FKA Twigs Makes Up for Missing Last Year’s Coachella with One of 2026’s Most Powerful Sets
FKA twigs finally took the Coachella stage in 2026 after visa issues forced the cancellation of her 2025 appearance. Her Body High Tour set, performed in the Mojave Tent, combined avant‑pop music with kinetic choreography, aerial pole work, and multiple costume...
Alice Cooper Performs Surprise Cover of Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit”: Watch
Veteran rocker Alice Cooper surprised fans at his 28th‑annual Coopstock festival by performing a faithful rendition of Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” The set introduced his new touring guitarist, Anna Cara, who is filling in for Nita Strauss while she is on...
Black Flag’s 2026 Coachella Set Was a Punk Rock False Flag Operation
Greg Ginn took the stage at Coachella 2026 with a markedly younger Black Flag lineup, delivering a set that leaned exclusively on classic tracks from the band’s 1978‑1984 catalog. While vocalist Max Zanelly, bassist David Rodriguez and drummer Bryce Weston...
Sombr Announces 2026 Arena Tour with Stacked Group of Opening Acts
Sombr unveiled the “You Are the Reason Tour,” a 37‑date North American arena run spanning July to November 2026, beginning in Mexico City and concluding at Madison Square Garden. The itinerary weaves through major U.S. markets and includes festival appearances...
The Strokes Announce 2026 Headlining Tour
The Strokes have unveiled a 30‑date world tour slated for summer and fall 2026, kicking off after their Bonnaroo slot and supporting the newly announced album Reality Awaits, which drops on June 26. The itinerary covers major arenas and amphitheaters...
At 73, David Byrne Outpaces Artists More Than Half His Age at Coachella
At 73, David Byrne delivered one of Coachella 2026’s standout sets, blending tracks from his new solo album *Who Is the Sky?* with Talking Heads classics. Backed by a troupe of singer‑dancers, his 13‑song performance combined precise choreography with a relaxed...
At Coachella, Nine Inch Noize Staged a Nightmare Rave for the Ages
At Coachella 2026, Nine Inch Noize—Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, and Boys Noize—took the Sahara stage for a 45‑minute, horror‑themed set that blended industrial rock with club‑ready beats. The performance featured a troupe of dancers, elaborate lighting, and guest vocals from...
Who Needs Justin Bieber When Geese Covered “Baby” At Coachella
New York garage‑rock band Geese surprised Coachella attendees by performing a live cover of Justin Bieber’s 2010 hit “Baby,” woven into a mash‑up with their own song “2122.” The performance marked the first time the band played the pop anthem...
Jack White Wasn’t Even on the Coachella Lineup 2 Weeks Ago. He’ll Probably Be Remembered As One of the Year’s...
Jack White was added to Coachella’s lineup just two weeks before the festival and headlined Rock and Roll Day with a 45‑minute, guitar‑driven set. The performance blended White Stripes classics, Raconteurs tracks, and new solo material, earning praise for its intensity...
Turnstile Perform Emotional, Triumphant Set at Coachella 2026
Turnstile delivered a high‑energy, emotionally charged set at Coachella’s Outdoor Theater, cementing their status as a festival‑headlining hardcore act. The performance featured a mix of tracks from their Grammy‑winning album *NEVER ENOUGH* and the earlier *GLOW ON*, igniting what many...
DEVO Rip Through Pointed Performance of “Freedom of Choice” At Coachella 2026
DEVO capped their Coachella 2026 set with a politically charged rendition of “Freedom of Choice,” featuring a tattered American flag video and a sardonic “Star‑Spangled Banner” intro. Frontman Gerald Casale closed the performance with a warning about the fleeting nature of...
Sabrina Carpenter Turns Coachella Into Sabrinawood
Sabrina Carpenter headlined Coachella 2026, turning the festival into a "Sabrinawood" spectacle that showcased her upcoming 2025 album Man’s Best Friend. The production, overseen by Jack Antonoff, blended live band arrangements with Hollywood‑themed set pieces and cameo skits featuring Sam...
Here’s the Setlist for Bruno Mars’ “The Romantic Tour” Kick-Off
Bruno Mars launched his first full‑scale, worldwide headlining trek in nearly a decade, kicking off “The Romantic Tour” at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The opening night featured a 26‑song set that mixed tracks from his new album *The Romantic*,...
HUNTR/X Perform “Golden” With KATSEYE at Coachella: Watch
HUNTR/X capped a “Golden” year with a surprise Coachella appearance, joining KATSEYE to perform their Oscar‑winning K‑Pop Demon Hunter track live. The trio—Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami—has been on a high‑profile circuit that includes the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade, the...
Recording From Brendan Yates’ Father Opens Turnstile’s Coachella Set
Turnstile kicked off their Coachella performance with a pre‑recorded video from Brendan Yates’ father, William Yates, thanking fans. The clip was filmed before a recent violent incident involving former guitarist Brady Ebert, who was arrested on second‑degree attempted‑murder charges after allegedly...
Purity Ring Unveil New Song “Lemonlime” Ahead of Spring Tour: Stream
Purity Ring has dropped a new single titled “lemonlime,” recorded during the sessions for their self‑titled 2025 album. The track serves as a promotional lead‑in to the band’s 2026 “Place of My Own” tour, which will cover North America, Europe,...
BTS at AT&T Stadium: How to Get Tickets for Their Sold-Out Texas Shows
South Korean boy band BTS will headline two consecutive concerts at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on August 15‑16, 2026 as part of their ARIRANG World Tour. The 80,000‑seat venue sold out during the initial ticket release in January, making...
Spirit Adrift Surprise Release Sixth and Final Album Infinite Illumination: Stream
American doom‑metal outfit Spirit Adrift surprise‑dropped its sixth and final record, Infinite Illumination, on April 10 2026 via independent label 20 Buck Spin. The album revisits the bleak, doom‑heavy style of their 2011 debut Chained to Oblivion, closing a decade‑long career that had recently...
Alabama Shakes Lament Breakdown of the “American Dream” On New Song: Stream
Alabama Shakes unveiled “American Dream,” a politically charged single that previews their upcoming third album on Island Records. The slow‑burning track critiques the erosion of the American Dream, referencing issues from gun reform to healthcare access. It follows 2022’s “Another...
Coachella Friday Livestream: Sabrina Carpenter, The Xx, KATSEYE & More
Coachella 2026 opened on Friday, April 10, with a full‑day livestream across YouTube and the festival app. Headliners included Sabrina Carpenter, who billed her set as her most ambitious ever, and Anyma debuting the new Æden show. The xx returned...
Anitta and Shakira Unite on New Song “Choka Choka”: Stream
Anitta released a new bilingual collaboration with Shakira titled “Choka Choka” ahead of her Saturday Night Live appearance. The track features Anitta singing in Spanish and Shakira in Portuguese, emphasizing a narrative of non‑conformist female empowerment. “Choka Choka” will appear...
Taylor Momsen Bit By Venomous Spider on AC/DC Tour After Previously Being Bit by Bat
Taylor Momsen, frontwoman of The Pretty Reckless, was bitten by a venomous spider before a concert in Mexico City while touring with AC DC. The incident follows a previous on‑stage bat bite earlier in 2024, prompting medical treatment on the spot....
Sturgill Simpson Promises Price-Controlled Tickets for Upcoming Tour: “If I’m Lying…Sell My Bones to Davey Jones”
Sturgill Simpson announced a 29‑date “Mutiny for the Masses” U.S. tour with The Dark Clouds, starting in Austin on September 4. After pre‑sale tickets sparked fan complaints over price, Simpson posted on Instagram that the average ticket will rise only $10...
Coachella 2026 Livestream to Features All Seven Stages, 4K Resolution
Coachella 2026 is livestreaming all seven stages on YouTube, with the Coachella Stage, Outdoor Theatre and Sahara presented in 4K resolution and the Quasar stage offering both horizontal and vertical formats. Viewers can watch up to four performances at once...
The Best AirPods Deals for April 2026
Consequence highlights the top AirPods discounts available in April 2026, covering the Pro 3, AirPods 4 (with and without noise cancellation), and both generations of AirPods Max. Prices range from $119 for the entry‑level AirPods 4 up to $529.99 for the Max 2, representing discounts...
Peter Dinklage Joins Alien: Earth Season 2 Cast
Peter Dinklage has been cast in Season 2 of Noah Hawley’s sci‑fi series *Alien: Earth* on FX. The actor’s role remains undisclosed, but he will join the existing ensemble as production moves from Thailand to London’s Pinewood Studios. Filming is slated...
Cameron Diaz to Star in Troop Beverly Hills Sequel Film: Report
The Hollywood Reporter confirms a sequel to the 1989 cult classic Troop Beverly Hills is moving forward, with Clea DuVall writing and directing and Cameron Diaz set to headline. The story is expected to follow Diaz leading a new troop of affluent...
The Format Announce Fall 2026 North American Tour with The Get Up Kids
The Format has unveiled a fall 2026 North American tour, kicking off on September 19 in Minneapolis and concluding on October 7 in Pittsburgh, with indie rock veterans The Get Up Kids as special guests. Tickets go on sale April 10 at noon via Ticketmaster, following...
The Body and BIG|BRAVE Announce Summer 2026 North American Tour
Experimental‑metal acts The Body and BIG|BRAVE will co‑headline a month‑long North American tour from July 8 to August 8, 2026, covering more than 30 venues from Cambridge to Brooklyn. Ticket sales begin Friday, April 10 at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster and individual venue sites....
Bob Dylan Adds New Summer US Tour Dates
Legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan has expanded his 2026 tour with additional shows across the Southwest and Midwest, adding nine dates in June and July. The new stops include Tucson, Albuquerque, Austin, Chicago, Kansas City (July 4), New Braunfels, Rogers, and Shakopee....
BTS Is Coming to Chicago and It’s Sold Out: How You Can Still Get Tickets
BTS will headline two sold‑out shows at Chicago’s Soldier Field on August 27‑28, 2026, the smallest U.S. venue on their ARIRANG World Tour. With a capacity of roughly 61,000, the stadium’s limited seats have driven secondary‑market prices to the highest...
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne’s L.A. Home Hits Market for $17 Million
The late Ozzy Osbourne’s former Los Angeles residence has been listed for $17 million. The 1929 Tudor‑style mansion in Hancock Park, bought by the Osbournes in 2015 for $11.58 million, was previously on the market in 2022 at $18 million before being withdrawn....
Sabrina Carpenter Previews Coachella Set: “It’s the Most Ambitious Show I’ve Ever Done”
Sabrina Carpenter announced her upcoming Coachella headlining set, describing it as her most ambitious show yet. She began rehearsals seven months ago, an unusually long preparation period for a festival performance. The slot marks her return to Coachella two years...
Best Headphone Deals on Sony, Bose, and Beats for April 2026
April 2026 sees deep discounts on top‑tier headphones, with Sony’s WH‑1000XM5 now $248, a near‑record low, and Beats Studio Pro falling to $179.95, delivering premium active‑noise‑cancellation at half price. Bose’s flagship QuietComfort Ultra is reduced to $329, while its mid‑range...
Jack White Lets It Rip on SNL: Watch
Jack White returned to Saturday Night Live as musical guest in a crossover episode hosted by Jack Black. He performed his two newly released singles, “Derecho Demonico” and “G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs,” backed by his regular band. White also...
Lords of Acid Enlist Princess Superstar for “Karaoke Superstar,” First New Song in Eight Years: Stream
Lords of Acid have broken an eight‑year recording silence with the single “Karaoke Superstar,” featuring rapper‑singer Princess Superstar. The EBM‑infused track is accompanied by a Japanese game‑show‑style video, while former Butcher Babies vocalist Carla Harvey joins as the new “Acid...
Trick Daddy’s Performance at Sorority Event Cut Over Vulgar Lyrics
Hip‑hop veteran Trick Daddy’s set at an Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority leadership event was abruptly stopped after he delivered explicit lyrics that violated the organization’s pre‑approved content guidelines. Sorority officials said they had met with the artist multiple times to...
Bleachers Reminisce About Packing “the Van” On New Song: Stream
Bleachers have released "the van," the third single from their forthcoming album everyone for ten minutes. The track leans heavily on Jack Antonoff’s early days with Steel Train, evoking road‑trip nostalgia. The full album arrives on May 22 via Dirty Hit, with...
Heavy Song of the Week: Monolord Doom Us All With “You Bastard”
Swedish doom metal veterans Monolord dropped the single “You Bastard,” a heavy‑melodic track from their forthcoming album Neverending, slated for May 29 via Relapse Records. The song’s mix preserves a punchy bass and guitar tone while enveloping the riff in classic...
BTS’ ARIRANG Review, Part 2: Stanning BTS Podcast
The Stanning BTS podcast’s second episode dissects the back half of BTS’s comeback album *ARIRANG*, offering a track‑by‑track commentary. Hosts Kayla and Bethany highlight the emotive single “Merry Go Round,” noting Kevin Parker’s Tame Impala‑style contribution, and the grittier “Like Animals,”...
Bush Bring Atmospheric Ambiance to NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert: Watch
Bush performed a four‑song set on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert, reimagining two classic hits from their 1994 debut Sixteen Stone alongside a deep cut from 2001’s Golden State and the title track of their 2025 album I Beat Loneliness. The...
Pooh Shiesty Arrested and Charged with Kidnapping Gucci Mane
Pooh Shiesty was arrested on April 1 after federal prosecutors charged him with kidnapping and robbing his former label boss, Gucci Mane, during an alleged armed takeover at a Dallas studio. The Department of Justice says Shiesty and his crew forced...
*NSYNC Choreographer Sues Sony Music for Letting Deadpool Dance His “Bye Bye Bye” Routine
Choreographer Darrin Henson, creator of *NSYNC’s iconic “Bye Bye Bye” dance, has filed a lawsuit against Sony Music for licensing the routine without his permission. The complaint, lodged on March 27, alleges that Sony allowed the choreography to be used in...
Olivia Rodrigo Announces New Album You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl so in Love
Pop star Olivia Rodrigo announced her second studio album, "you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love," slated for release on June 12 through Geffen Records. The record, which carries a parental advisory label, follows her 2023 breakthrough...
Of Montreal Announce New Album Aethermead, Share Forceful Lead Single “When”: Stream
American indie pop outfit of Montreal announced their 20th studio album, aethermead, slated for release on June 5 via Polyvinyl Record Co. The record, described as a breakup and personal rebirth narrative, was recorded in New York’s Honey Jar studio...
Sturgill Simpson Announces 2026 Tour as Johnny Blue Skies
Sturgill Simpson will tour North America in 2026 under the Johnny Blue Skies moniker, supporting his new album *Mutiny After Midnight*. The 29‑date “Mutity for the Masses Tour” runs from September 4 to October 30, hitting major markets from Austin to New York. Tickets go...
Fight Club Finally Gets 4K Ultra HD Release, One-Night Return to Movie Theaters
David Fincher’s cult classic *Fight Club* is getting a one‑night theatrical re‑release on April 22, followed by a 4K Ultra HD Steelbook launch on May 12. The new edition promises to showcase the film’s iconic cinematography and sound design in unprecedented...
Steve Zahn and Audrey Zahn on She Dances, Family Filmmaking, and Small Town Life: Podcast
Steve Zahn and his daughter Audrey Zahn have co‑written and produced the indie drama “She Dances,” drawing on Audrey’s upbringing in competitive dance and the family’s Kentucky hometown. The film explores the high‑stakes dance subculture while weaving a grief narrative...
Collective Soul Announce New Album Touch and Go, Inspired by New Wave Music
Collective Soul announced their new album *Touch and Go*, slated for a Record Store Day exclusive release on April 18. The record marks a stylistic shift toward New Wave, drawing inspiration from The Cars, diverging from the band’s alternative rock...