Weezer Launch The Gold Album With Wednesday Collaboration
Weezer announced a new self‑titled record, dubbed The Gold Album, slated for release on August 21 via Reprise/Warner. The album marks the band’s first full‑length LP since 2021’s Van Weezer and OK Human and introduces Rivers Cuomo’s first co‑write with drummer Pat Wilson. Its lead single, “We Might as Well Be Strangers,” is a duet with Wednesday’s Karly Hartzman, and the record was produced by Klas Åhlund and Kenny Beats, who promised a “most violent Weezer album ever.” A supporting tour, Weezer: The Gathering, will launch in September with the Shins and Silversun Pickups.
The Boys of Dungeon Lane
Paul McCartney returns with *The Boys of Dungeon Lane*, his first studio album in six years, offering a nostalgic look at his Liverpool roots. The record features a duet with Ringo Starr and leverages vintage four‑track tape to capture a 1960s feel....
YHWH Nailgun’s New Album Is 11 Minutes Long
YHWH Nailgun’s new album *Magazine*—a 10‑track, 11‑minute LP—will drop on June 11 as the band’s debut on the storied 4AD label. Produced by frontman Saguiv Rosenstock, the record follows last year’s *45 Pounds* and includes songs performed on The Adam Friedland Show....
Detour
German pop star Kim Petras has officially asked Republic Records to drop her, seeking full creative control. Her new album Detour, released after the contentious Feed the Beast era, is presented as her true artistic debut, built with collaborators like...
The Avalanches and Jamie Xx Reunite for “Every Single Weekend”
The Avalanches have issued their second single of a new stealth campaign, "Every Single Weekend," reuniting with British producer Jamie xx. The track, accompanied by a Jonathan Zawada‑directed video featuring a fictional El Dorado ad audition, follows their first post‑hiatus release,...
Ranjha
Shye Ben Tzur’s new album *Ranjha*, created with Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood, fuses Sufi qawwali, Hindustani classical modes, and Western experimental rock. The record revisits the collaborative spirit of 2015’s *Junun* but was recorded in Greenwood’s Oxford studio, giving the percussion a tighter,...
Boards of Canada Soundtrack Backrooms End Credits
Boards of Canada broke a 13‑year recording silence on May 31, 2026 with their new LP Inferno. The duo’s unreleased track “The World Becomes Flesh” debuted early, playing over the end credits of A24’s horror film Backrooms. Directed by former YouTuber Kane Parsons,...
Nevada City Declares May 27 Joanna Newsom Day
Nevada City’s council proclaimed May 27 as Joanna Newsom Day, honoring the acclaimed singer‑songwriter. Mayor Adam Kline, a longtime friend, presented the proclamation and praised her contributions to the city’s cultural vitality. Newsom delivered a 15‑minute acceptance speech, noting the honor...
Chief Keef and Katy Perry Work It Out On The Remix
Chief Keef and Katy Perry have ended a decade‑long online feud by collaborating on a remix of Perry’s 2013 track “Legendary Lovers.” The two were seen hugging and dapping on TikTok on May 27, and Perry posted the new version with...
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Beauty Land
Greg Mendez’s new album *Beauty Land* arrives as his first release on Dead Oceans, continuing his 15‑year habit of solitary, lo‑fi recording. The 73‑second opener “Frog” and other brief tracks showcase stark, minimalist arrangements that foreground his hushed vocals and raw...
Library Copy Do Not Remove
JJ Weihl’s third solo album as Discovery Zone, *Library Copy Do Not Remove*, transforms her pillowy art‑pop roots into an ambient space odyssey inspired by Borges’s *The Library of Babel* and the simulation hypothesis. The work was captured in a...
Independent Music Platform Nina Protocol to Shut Down
Nina Protocol, the Web3‑based independent music streaming and marketplace founded in 2021, announced it will fully shut down by July 15 after a six‑week wind‑down. The platform allowed artists to upload music directly to fans via blockchain, retain full ownership, and...
Stage Girl (Not A Dream Anymore)
Eli’s sophomore effort Stage Girl (Not A Dream Anymore) expands the original’s trans‑life narrative with a deluxe edition that adds nine new tracks. The record mixes yacht‑rock revival beats with glittery pop while confronting the pain of living closeted, as heard...
Gilla Band Reveal New Song and Tour Dates Through 2027
Irish post‑punk outfit Gilla Band has broken a three‑year recording silence with the single “Giraffe,” accompanied by an animated video crafted by visual artists Cuan Roche and Chanthila Phaophanit. The release coincides with an ambitious North American tour slated for...
The Color of Rain
Los Angeles poet‑performer aja monet releases her second album, the color of rain, merging slam poetry with jazz, soul, and electronic production. The record, co‑produced with bassist Meshell Ndegeocello, drummer Justin Brown and trumpeter Nico Segal, expands her vocal palette through humming, trills and pitched‑down...
Förlorarnas Natt
Swedish musician Dicksson, operating the Discreet Music label, has issued *Förlorarnas Natt* (“Night of the Losers”), a concept album fashioned as a soundtrack for an imagined teen film. The record channels 1970s Italian film‑score aesthetics, employing Rhodes keyboards, vintage Korg...
Drake Becomes First Artist to Hold Top Three Billboard 200 Spots
On May 15, Drake dropped three new LPs—*Iceman*, *Habibti* and *Maid of Honour*—in a surprise triple‑album release. The three titles entered the Billboard 200 at numbers one, two and three, making Drake the first artist to occupy the top three...
13 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Bladee, Fakemink, and Eli
Pitchfork’s latest roundup spotlights 13 fresh releases spanning hyper‑pop, experimental jazz, indie rock, and world‑inspired guitar music. Highlights include Bladee’s eighth album “Sulfur Surfer,” Fakemink’s genre‑bending LP “Terrified,” and Eli’s deluxe pop collection “Girl Of Your Dreams (Not a Dream...
Feeble Little Horse Announce New Album Bitknot Dropping Next Week
Feeble Little Horse, the Pittsburgh noise‑pop trio, announced their third album *Bitknot* will be released on May 26, 2026. The band has sent fans a free download of the new single “Poison” via Dropbox and teased the record with a retro‑styled...
Wiki Announces First Solo Album in Seven Years
New York rapper Wiki ends a three‑year recording hiatus by announcing his first solo album in seven years, "Ancient History," slated for release on June 12, 2026. The record arrives on his own imprint, Wikset Enterprise, and is preceded by...
Watch Kevin Morby and Carrie Brownstein Perform Sleater-Kinney’s “Modern Girl”
Kevin Morby surprised Portland fans at Revolution Hall on May 20 by inviting Sleater‑Kinney founder Carrie Brownstein onstage for a rendition of the band’s 2005 anthem “Modern Girl.” The performance was recorded and posted online, drawing attention to both artists’ enduring...
Netflix to Revisit Michael Jackson’s Child Sex Abuse Trial in Docuseries
Netflix will debut a three‑part docuseries, *Michael Jackson: The Verdict*, on June 3, revisiting the singer’s 2005 child‑sex‑abuse trial. The series features new interviews with jurors, courtroom observers and other eyewitnesses, offering a fresh look at the four‑month case that ended...
Same Fangs
Spencer Krug, known for his work with Wolf Parade and solo projects, released the album "Same Fangs" after re‑recording a set of tracks originally delivered to Patreon supporters. The record blends his signature piano‑driven avant‑garde pop with new strings, guitar,...
Arab Strap Launch New Album Half-Told Tales With Acerbic Single “You You You”
Scottish indie duo Arab Strap announce their new album *Half‑Told Tales*, arriving on September 4 via Rock Action. The lead single “You You You” drops with a tongue‑in‑cheek video, showcasing a disco‑metal sound layered with their trademark acerbic lyrics. The...
Barely Here
Long Island post‑hardcore outfit Koyo has dropped its second full‑length album, Barely Here, a deliberate love letter to the region’s melodic‑hardcore lineage. The record features a guest snarl from Drain frontman Sammy Ciaramitaro and blends emo, pop‑punk, and modern hardcore...
Haruomi Hosono Details New Album Yours Sincerely
Japanese music pioneer Haruomi Hosono announced his 23rd studio album, Yours Sincerely, slated for release on September 11 through Ghostly International. The record’s title reflects the Japanese concept of omoiyari, which blends shared suffering with collective joy. At 78, Hosono...
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Now You Exist EP
Swedish ambient‑techno veteran Axel Wilner, aka The Field, returns after an eight‑year silence with the EP *Now You Exist* on Studio Barnhus. The release departs from his long‑standing Kompakt aesthetic, introducing looser, Chicago‑house‑inspired drums and more pronounced vocal hooks. Tracks such as...
The Smashing Pumpkins Announce the Rats in a Cage Tour
The Smashing Pumpkins announced the "Rats in a Cage" tour, a 30‑date North American run that will run from September 30 to November 14, 2026. Each night will feature two distinct sets – one devoted to the 30th‑anniversary celebration of...
“I’m No Stranger to the Rain”
Keith Whitley’s 1989 single “I’m No Stranger to the Rain” became a No. 1 country hit, cementing his place in the 1980s neotraditionalist movement. The song’s stark lyrics and gradual build reflect Whitley’s personal battle with alcoholism, which ultimately led to...
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Watch an iPod and a Floppy Disk Dance in the Avalanches’ New Video
The Australian trio the Avalanches have broken a six‑year silence with the single “Together,” featuring vocalists Nikki Nair, Jessy Lanza and 18‑year‑old producer Prentiss. The track’s visualizer stars an animated iPod and floppy disk, directed by longtime collaborator Jonathan Zawada. The release follows...
This Is the Best Drake Song of the 2020s
The article crowns Drake’s “Fucking Fans” from Certified Lover Boy as the standout track of the 2020s, arguing it captures the raw emotional honesty of his early “Heartbreak Drake” era while employing modern production. It revisits the mixtape‑style R&B scraps...
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Watch the Rolling Stones De-Age Themselves for “In the Stars” Video
The Rolling Stones have unveiled a deep‑faked, de‑aged version of themselves in the short video “In the Stars,” starring actress Odessa A’zion. Directed by François Rousselet, the clip shows the band at a house party while A’zion dances and even licks a...
Overmono Detail New Album Pure Devotion
Welsh electronic duo Overmono announced their sophomore album *Pure Devotion*, slated for release on August 7, 2026 via XL Recordings. The record drops with the lead single “Lockup,” a club‑ready reinterpretation of Fast Relief’s “What A Waste.” Featuring guest spots from...
Bloc Party Ready New Album Anatomy of a Brief Romance
British indie rock band Bloc Party announced their upcoming album “Anatomy of a Brief Romance,” produced by legendary pop architect Trevor Horn. The record follows 2022’s “Alpha Games” and is anchored by the new single “Coming on Strong.” It will...
Counting Sunsets
Ambient‑country trio SUSS released their latest album Counting Sunsets, the newest entry in the Across the Horizon brand that also spans a podcast, compilation series, and a Big Ears Festival jam. By self‑branding as “ambient country,” the group secured algorithmic playlist...
Loud Bloom
Swedish producer Olof Dreijer, half of the seminal duo The Knife, released his long‑awaited debut solo album “Loud Bloom” in May 2026. The record abandons Euro‑centric dance tropes, weaving kuduro, gqom, batida, steel‑drum textures and verses in Spanish, Arabic and Zulu. Guest...
Dancing on the Wall
MUNA’s fourth studio album, Dancing on the Wall, trades the bright synth‑pop of their 2022 self‑titled record for a moodier palette of anxious basslines and shuffling percussion. The trio—Katie Gavin, Naomi McPherson and Josette Maskin— use the darker sound to explore desire,...
Sound Therapy
Brooklyn producer JWords releases "Sound Therapy", an album designed to soothe her nervous system with gentle synths and pads, diverging from her earlier anxiety‑laden club tracks. While the production showcases sticky grooves and atmospheric melodies, her vocal performances on more...
Play Monk
European avant‑garde quartet Play Monk releases a daring album that reinterprets Thelonious Monk’s canon through a collective, rehearsal‑free approach. Pianist Pat Thomas, bassist Joel Grip, drummer Antonin Gerbal and saxophonist Seymour Wright stretch familiar tunes into lengthy, experimental journeys, most notably a 25‑minute take on “Round Midnight.”...
Charli XCX Drops New Song “I Keep On Thinking Bout You Every Single Day and Night”
Charli XCX released a new B‑side titled “I Keep On Thinking Bout You Every Single Day and Night,” available only on limited‑edition vinyl and her Instagram B‑sides feed. The track serves as a slower, softer counterpart to her recent single...
Caravanserai
Santana’s 1972 album *Caravanserai* marked a dramatic turn from their blues‑rock roots toward a jazz‑rock, spiritually driven sound. After the breakthrough Woodstock performance and three commercially successful albums, Carlos Santana and drummer Michael Shrieve recruited new musicians, including percussionist James...
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Super Mario Galaxy / Super Mario Galaxy 2
Super Mario Galaxy and its sequel rewrote Nintendo’s musical playbook by replacing Koji Kondo’s synth‑driven motifs with a 50‑player symphony orchestra. Mahito Yokota, the new music director, spent months redefining the “Essence of Mario” to match the games’ space‑age ambition, blending orchestral grandeur with ambient...
“Owner of a Lonely Heart”
In 1983, Yes revived their waning career with "Owner of a Lonely Heart," a track forged by guitarist Trevor Rabin’s demo riff and producer Trevor Horn’s daring use of the Fairlight CMI sampler. Horn layered synthetic choirs, horn stabs and...
“Rock Music”
Charli XCX’s new single “Rock Music,” a 115‑second burst of overdriven guitars and glitchy pop, doubles as a provocative anthem for creative risk‑taking. The track juxtaposes troll‑like lyrics with earnest advice about physical pain as a catalyst for artistic growth. Critics...
Toward a Theory of Burger Music
The phrase “burger music” has evolved from a Detroit slang insult into a viral label for meme‑driven, often low‑brow tracks circulating on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and Twitch. Early adopters like Prince Cassell and Macc Danny used it to mock artists...
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13 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Aldous Harding, Broken Social Scene, and More
Pitchfork’s weekly roundup spotlights 13 fresh releases from indie and alternative artists, ranging from Aldous Harding’s fifth album “Train on the Island” to Broken Social Scene’s first record in nine years. The list also includes genre‑bending projects such as Lykke Li’s...
Beastie Boys’ Mike D Reveals Debut Solo Single
Mike D, the drummer of the Beastie Boys, has dropped his first solo single, “Switch Up,” marking the group’s first new music from an individual member since 2011’s Hot Sauce Committee Part Two. The track was co‑produced with his sons’...
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Félicia Atkinson Reinvents a Cult Horror Score for New Album
French composer Félicia Atkinson is releasing a new album, Sans Visage, that reimagines Georges Franju’s cult horror film score from Les Yeux Sans Visage. A single, “Les Yeux II,” debuted ahead of the full record, which arrives on June 26 as a 34‑minute excerpt of a 90‑minute composition. The project...
L7 Map 2026 Farewell Tour Dates
L7, the iconic ’90s garage‑rock band, announced the first leg of their "Last Hurrah" farewell tour, covering major U.S. and Canadian markets plus a European stop in Belgium. The tour follows their 2019 comeback album *Scatter the Rats* and the...
My New Band Believe’s New Video Is a Japanese Fishing Expedition
My New Band Believe, Cameron Picton’s post‑Black Midi project, released the video “In the Blink of an Eye,” directed by Dos Monos member Botsu_NGS and starring Ishikawa fisherman Hiroki Kaniya. The visual is billed as a Japanese seafaring odyssey and...