On the Record with WHO SHOT SCOTT
Australian‑New Zealand rapper WHO SHOT SCOTT dropped his debut album HAIRY last week, a genre‑bending collection that fuses alt‑rock with hip‑hop. The record is a personal reclamation, referencing the bullying he endured for his body hair after fleeing war‑torn Iraq as a child. HAIRY follows a successful UK headline tour that featured a slot at The Great Escape 2026, and the artist is now set to appear at Toronto’s NXNE Festival. Critics praised the album’s raw honesty and its role in expanding the ANZ music landscape.
Netflix’s Michael Jackson Documentary Pulls 17 Million Views in First Week
Netflix’s three‑part documentary *Michael Jackson: The Verdict* logged more than 17 million views in its first week, making it one of the platform’s biggest non‑fiction hits of 2026. The series debuted near the top of Netflix’s global English‑language TV rankings, underscoring...
On This Day: Eskimo Joe Release ‘Black Fingernails, Red Wine’ in 2006
Australian rock trio Eskimo Joe marked the 20th anniversary of their third studio album, Black Fingernails, Red Wine, which debuted at No. 1 on the ARIA Albums Chart in June 2006. The record achieved 4× platinum certification in Australia and remains the...
Vera Blue Announces New Album and Australian Tour Dates
Vera Blue, the Australian singer‑songwriter also known as Celia Pavey, announced her third studio album *Modern Rituals* for release on 21 August 2026 via Island Records/Universal Music Australia. The album’s lead single “Rituals,” produced with Grammy‑nominated Lachlan Bostock, explores self‑acceptance and emotional...
Ecca Vandal Announces Headline Australian Tour
Australian alternative‑rock artist Ecca Vandal announced a three‑city headline tour for early November 2026, hitting Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. The pre‑sale runs June 10‑11 with general tickets available June 12 at 11 am local time. The tour follows a world‑wide run...
Best Australian and New Zealand Music of the Week: BOY SODA, WHO SHOT SCOTT, Inertia and More
Rolling Stone has combined its Australian and New Zealand weekly music round‑ups into a single ANZ list, spotlighting the most compelling releases from June 1‑7. The roundup features a diverse slate—from BOY SODA’s R&B‑infused single “Elements” with producer MXXWLL to The Avalanches’ Jamie xx...
Phoebe Bridgers’ Madison Square Garden Return Was Unforgettable
Phoebe Bridgers delivered a surprise concert at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, announced just four days earlier with $1 lottery tickets. The show marked the climax of a month‑long pop‑up tour that brought the 31‑year‑old singer back to the stage...
Greta Van Den Brink Was Once Lisa Kudrow’s Stunt Double. Now She’s Entering Music with Her Debut Album
Greta van den Brink, known for stunt work as Lisa Kudrow’s double and roles on productions like The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, has launched her debut indie‑pop album “This Wasn’t Planned.” The record showcases witty, emotionally...
Radio Free Alice Are Continuing Australia’s Proud History of Post-Punk
Australian post‑punk outfit Radio Free Alice has emerged from a crowded 2020s scene with a hook‑driven, upbeat take on the genre. Their 2023 EP *Empty Words* earned critical praise and led to high‑profile slots at SXSW Austin, a support gig...
Muna Can’t Wait To Take Their New LP on the Road: ‘This Is What We F-Cking Love to Do’
Muna’s new album Dancing on the Wall has been out for a week and the trio is already rolling into the Gets So Hot tour this fall, following a high‑profile opening slot on Harry Styles’ Eras Tour. The band says the record...
Muroki Is Travelling the World and Soaking Up Stories
Muroki, the first artist signed to BENEE’s Olive Records, released his debut album *Amber Skies* in January 2026, a record crafted while living between New Zealand, Berlin and Kenya. The album’s sun‑baked, groovy sound mirrors his nomadic lifestyle and has been...
Teddy Swims Brings Down the House With ‘Mr. Know It All’ at American Music Awards
Teddy Swims delivered the live debut of his new single “Mr. Know It All” at the 2026 American Music Awards in Las Vegas. The performance took place on a set resembling a boarded‑up house, highlighting his soulful vocals with minimal...
Karol G Enchants at 2026 AMAs With Ethereal ‘Ivonny Bonita’ Performance
Karol G made a splash at the 2026 American Music Awards, delivering an ethereal rendition of “Ivonny Bonita” from her Tropicoqueta album. She was presented with the International Artist Award of Excellence, the first time the honor has been given...
Niall Horan Says Goodbye to Liam Payne on New Song ‘End of an Era’
Former One Direction member Niall Horan has released a new single, “End of an Era,” as a heartfelt tribute to his late bandmate Liam Payne, who died in October 2024. The song, co‑written with longtime collaborators John Ryan and Julian...
Paul McCartney Looks Back in Splendor With a New Solo Masterpiece
Paul McCartney’s new solo album, *The Boys of Dungeon Lane*, arrives six years after his last release, offering a nostalgic look at his Liverpool upbringing. The 14‑track record features McCartney playing nine instruments, with minimal production support from Andrew Watt....