Jazz Corner: Celebrating a Hundred Years of Miles Davis and John Coltrane
In 2026 the jazz world marks the centennial of Miles Davis and John Coltrane, both born in 1926. Their partnership on classics such as *Kind of Blue* reshaped modal jazz, while Coltrane’s *A Love Supreme* set a spiritual benchmark. After their collaborations, Davis pushed into electronic‑driven fusion and Coltrane explored avant‑garde and soprano saxophone textures. Decades later their recordings still dominate jazz sales, streaming charts and radio playlists, underscoring an enduring cultural and commercial legacy.
Kim Seon-Ho Expands Stacked Lineup with New Fantasy Drama
Kim Seon‑ho adds a new fantasy‑political drama, *May the Congressman Protect You*, to his busy slate, slated for early 2027. The series adapts Kim Hyun‑bin’s popular web novel and follows a dead assemblyman who returns as a ghost in 1998...
Premiere: Tech Panda X Kenzani Champion Love Against the Odds in New ‘Jija’ Video
Indian electronic duo Tech Panda x Kenzani have released an elaborate music video for their single “Jija,” filmed over two days in Amritsar. The narrative follows a wedding‑band trumpet player racing to win back his lover before she marries another,...
Parmish Verma Announces Shera India Tour Across Eight Cities
Punjabi rapper, singer, actor and filmmaker Parmish Verma announced an eight‑city Shera India Tour that begins on May 30 in Ludhiana and concludes on June 26 in Hyderabad. The tour follows the global release of his action film “Shera” and...
Indo Warehouse & Rashmeet Kaur, Reble, Adnan Sami and All The Songs to Know This Week
Rolling Stone India’s weekly roundup spotlights a diverse set of new releases across India’s music scene, from Indo Warehouse and Rashmeet Kaur’s dance‑floor anthem “Chor” to Uday Benegal’s introspective EP *Human Be*. The list also includes electronic‑rock single “Praying Mantis”...
Drake Finally Unveils ‘Iceman’ — and Surprise Drops 2 More Albums
After a two‑year silence, Drake unleashed three albums—*Iceman*, *Habibti* and *Maid Of Honour*—in a surprise triple‑drop. The releases arrive amid a high‑profile feud with Kendrick Lamar, whose Grammy‑winning diss track "Not Like Us" painted Drake in a negative light. *Iceman*...
Gracie Abrams Details New Album ‘Daughter From Hell’
Gracie Abrams announced her third studio album, Daughter From Hell, slated for release on July 17. The record is co‑produced and co‑written with longtime collaborator Aaron Dessner, and its lead single “Hit the Wall” drops on May 14. Abrams revealed...
Raye Lands First Major Acting Role in Upcoming Crime Drama
British singer‑songwriter Raye, fresh from her Grammy‑nominated album *My 21st Century Blues*, has landed her first major scripted acting role in the upcoming London‑set crime drama *Lineage*. The film, directed by Yann Demange and starring Isabelle Huppert, Dali Benssalah and...
‘I’m Popo’, Korea’s First AI-Generated Feature Film, Explores the Dark Side of AI
South Korea’s first fully AI‑generated feature film, “I’m Popo”, will hit theaters on May 21. The 64‑minute sci‑fi thriller, directed by Kim Il‑dong, follows a predictive‑justice robot cop whose pre‑emptive killings spark a legal battle. The production used AI for character...
Raghu Dixit Fans (And Their Mothers) Are Moved to Tears in ‘Amma’ Video
Bengaluru folk‑fusion star Raghu Dixit unveiled a Kannada rendition of his 2013 track “Amma” to mark Mother’s Day, adding new lyrics by Pramod Maravante while retaining the original arrangement. The music video, directed by Rahul Rajeev, captures fans and their...
How Adi Shankar Brought Papa Roach and Hanumankind Together for ‘Devil May Cry’ Song ‘See U In Hell’
Adi Shankar teamed with Netflix music chief Arun Ganapathy to commission a new song for the second season of the animated *Devil May Cry* series. American rock outfit Papa Roach and Indian‑born rapper Hanumankind recorded “See U In Hell,” a rap‑metal track that mirrors the conflicted...
Michael Jackson Hits Record Streaming Numbers Thanks to Wild Success of Biopic
The Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" sparked a massive surge in streaming, delivering a career‑best 137.5 million on‑demand U.S. streams in the week of April 24‑30, a 146 percent jump over his previous peak. Jackson 5 tracks added 10.1 million streams, up 135 percent, while song clicks...
Paul McCartney’s Nostalgic New Album Includes His First Ever Duet With Ringo Starr
Paul McCartney’s forthcoming album *The Boys Of Dungeon Lane* features his first ever recorded duet with Ringo Starr on the track “Home To Us.” Produced by Andrew Watt, the song also includes backing vocals from Chrissie Hynde and Sharleen Spiteri. The record...
Paradox’s ‘Bade Dino Baad’ Is a Trilogy About Love, Loss, and Letting Go
Indian hip‑hop artist Paradox (Tanishq Singh) has dropped the three‑track EP “Bade Dino Baad,” a self‑styled trilogy that charts a breakup from romance to reunion and final reckoning. The songs—“Bade Dino Baad” (2:31), “Latt” (3:03) and “Waqt” (4:02)—were released as...
Arijit Singh and Prajakta Shukre, Danny Pandit, Kalra Saab and All The Songs to Know This Week
Rolling Stone India’s weekly roundup spotlights a surge of genre‑blending releases across the Indian music landscape. Coke Studio Bharat reimagines Bulleh Shah’s poetry in “Bulleya Ve,” while Arijit Singh partners with composer Prajakta Shukre for the non‑film ballad “Ya Tum.” The list also highlights Costheta’s nu‑metal single...
Arslan Nizami, Masrat Un Nissa Ponder Lost Love in Kashmir for ‘Waniyo’ Video
Kashmiri artists Arslan Nizami, Masrat Un Nissa, and Hyder Dar release the pop‑folk single “Waniyo,” produced by Danish Renzu and featuring veteran actress Soni Razdan. The music video, shot in an autumn‑tinted Kashmir, follows Razdan’s character returning after 25 years...
Shakira’s Free Concert Draws 2 Million to Rio De Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach
Colombian pop star Shakira performed a free, 30‑song concert on Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach, drawing an estimated two million attendees. The show featured Brazilian icons Anitta, Maria Bethânia and Caetano Veloso, continuing a recent streak of high‑profile female artists...
MILI’s Cosmic New Song ‘Elephant’ Brings in Joe Satriani, Vinnie Colaiuta, James Genus and Jeff Babko
Indian singer‑songwriter MILI has released the single “Elephant,” enlisting guitar legend Joe Satriani, drummer Vinnie Colaiuta, bassist James Genus and keyboardist Jeff Babko. The track fuses Kerala‑inspired imagery with Satriani’s melodic rock guitar, marking his first collaboration with an Indian vocalist. Produced with...
Rock of Ages: ‘Blackbird’ by The Beatles
The Beatles’ acoustic ballad “Blackbird,” recorded as the first finished track for the 1968 White Album, was written by Paul McCartney in April 1968 at his Scottish farm. Inspired by the Little Rock Nine’s fight for school desegregation, the song uses a...
Restaurant Naar After Dark Isn’t What You Expect
Restaurant Naar, a 16‑seat cliff‑side venue in the Himalayas, opened in late 2023 and quickly earned a spot on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list. The night‑time experience blends candlelit ambience, live jazz, and a cocktail menu crafted from local trees and herbs....
Times Music Acquires Punjabi Label Catrack Entertainment
Times Music has acquired Punjabi label Catrack Entertainment, adding its legacy catalog of artists like Babbu Maan and Malkit Singh. The deal marks the third regional catalog purchase for the joint venture between The Times Group and Primary Wave Music....
Girish Pradhan on Lending His Soaring Vocals for Accept’s 50th Anniversary Album
German heavy‑metal pioneers Accept are releasing a double‑album to mark their 50th anniversary, titled *Teutonic Titans 1976‑2026*, on Sept. 4, 2026. Indian vocalist Girish Pradhan, frontman of Girish And The Chronicles, was recruited to cover the band’s 1981 track “Breaker,” joining a...
Beyond the Bloom: Why K-Pop Looks Different This Season
Spring 2026 sees K‑pop shedding its pastel‑kissed "bloom" for a moodier, identity‑driven soundscape. BTS leads the shift with *Arirang*, a comeback that emphasizes legacy over flashy concepts, while groups like Monsta X, I.O.I, Enhypen and TXT explore noir romance, raw...
See Diljit Dosanjh Perform ‘Morni,’ Teach Jimmy Fallon Bhangra Moves on The Tonight Show
Diljit Dosanjh appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on April 27, 2026, performing his single “Morni” and giving Fallon a quick bhangra lesson. The segment highlighted his latest album Aura, released in October 2025, and promoted his North...
Lady Gaga and Doechii Turn the Dancefloor Into a ‘Runway’ in New Music Video
Pop icon Lady Gaga teams with rising rapper Doechii for "Runway," a new single and music video directed by choreographer Parris Goebel. The track will appear on the soundtrack of the upcoming sequel The Devil Wears Prada 2, slated for...
Swing Into International Jazz Day with Music and Movement in Mumbai
International Jazz Day on April 30 was marked in Mumbai by the National Media Arts Centre (NMACC) with two distinct performances. The Latination Jazz Band, led by French‑Indian percussionist Emanuel Simon, delivered a Latin‑infused set at The Cube, featuring Duke Ellington’s...
Mumbai Is Getting a Single-Window Clearance System for Live Events. Is It Enough?
Maharashtra has introduced a single‑window clearance system for Mumbai live events, allowing organizers to secure police, fire, health, transport and other permits through one digital portal. The initiative follows recent concert cancellations and a fatal overdose at NESCO, prompting a...
Metallica Pay Tribute to ‘S&M2’ Collaborator, Classical Music Icon Michael Tilson Thomas
Metallica posted a heartfelt Instagram tribute to the late Michael Tilson Thomas, the iconic conductor who guided the San Francisco Symphony for 25 years and co‑produced the band’s 2019 S&M2 concerts. Thomas, a 12‑time Grammy winner, died at 81 after...
Everything We Know About Lee Dong-Wook’s New Drama ‘The Facade of Love’
Netflix is set to launch "The Facade of Love," a Korean drama starring Hallyu icon Lee Dong-wook. Directed by Mo Wan‑il, the series blends melodrama and romance, following a chance one‑night encounter that destabilizes a married man’s life. The narrative...
Foo Fighters Build a Healing Album Out of Heroic Noise
Foo Fighters’ twelfth studio effort, *Your Favorite Toy*, follows the mournful 2023 release *But Here We Are* with a louder, garage‑rock catharsis. The album, recorded with new drummer Ilan Rubin, trades reflective grief for high‑energy riffs and punchy lyrics that...
Tyla Reveals Sophomore Album ‘A*POP’
South African singer‑songwriter Tyla announced that her sophomore album *A*POP* will be released on July 24. The record is billed as “African, unapologetic, confident, and global,” following the success of her Grammy‑winning singles “Water” and “Push 2 Start.” Recent collaborations, including the...
Garvit-Priyansh on Getting Arijit Singh’s Stamp of Approval and Their India Tour
Indian music duo Garvit-Priyansh received a surprise endorsement when Arijit Singh performed a cover of their hit “Kaahe Mose” at a private concert in Noida, praising the track. The duo, who have amassed millions of streams since their 2022 debut,...
Inside the Making of Midival Punditz Long-Anticipated New Album ‘Love And Machines’
After a decade without a full-length release, Indian electronic pioneers Midival Punditz unveil their new album *Love And Machines*. The 13‑track record weaves ghazal, Sufi, Rajasthani folk and Bengali classical into the duo’s signature synth‑driven soundscape. Star vocalists such as...
Decoding ‘Arirang’: The Links Between BTS’ Latest Era and Their Past Hits
South Korean boy band BTS released their ninth studio album Arirang, which immediately claimed the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 and secured a perfect all‑kill on Korean charts. The record also topped the Official UK Albums Chart and saw multiple...
Calvin Harris in Mumbai Showed That Production Can Make or Break a Show
Calvin Harris' April 18 concert in Mumbai drew a large crowd but stumbled over logistics and production. Attendees reported confusing entry points, poor signage, and a dry‑venue policy that dampened crowd energy. While Harris delivered his classic hits, the lighting,...
How ‘Event Cinema’ Is Bridging India’s Global Concert Gap
Indian cinema chain PVR INOX turned concert films into "event cinema," screening BTS's Arirang live viewing across more than 20 cities on April 11, 2026. The debut achieved an average 54% seat occupancy, prompting a second Tokyo‑based screening a week...
Twin Strings, Premanjali, Inayat, Chaos and All The Songs to Know This Week
Rolling Stone India’s weekly roundup spotlights a surge of new Indian releases, ranging from heavy‑metal anthems to experimental pop. Notably, thrash veterans Chaos unveil “It’s Time for War,” a teaser for their forthcoming album *Bane of Humanity*. Kochi’s Aprils Away...
Galaxy Buds4 Pro Review: Nearing the Sweet Spot
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds4 Pro aim to hit the sweet spot for premium true‑wireless earbuds, launching at a discounted ₹22,999 (≈ $277) versus a ₹29,999 MRP (≈ $361). The review praises the earbuds’ comfortable fit, active noise cancellation, nine‑band EQ, and 360‑audio, while...
Scorpions Cancel India Tour Citing ‘Unforeseen Medical Circumstances’ Within Band
German rock icons the Scorpions have cancelled their four‑city India tour, originally set to begin on April 21, 2026 in Shillong and conclude on April 30 in Mumbai. The cancellation was attributed to unforeseen medical circumstances affecting band members, according...
RSI Recommends: Experiences To Catch At The Vinyl Pop Up in Mumbai This Record Store Day
Record Store Day will be celebrated in Mumbai on April 18, 2026 as The Vinyl Pop‑Up returns to Peace Haven in Bandra. The pop‑up will feature more than 5,000 licensed vinyl titles ranging from Led Zeppelin to Michael Jackson, alongside...
TXT’s ‘Stick with You’ Is a Dreamy Song of Longing
South Korean boy band TXT released “Stick with You” as the lead single from their seventh mini‑album 7th Year: When the Wind Pauses in the Thorns. The track pairs airy, minimalist production with breathy vocals to convey anxiety, loyalty, and a...
Charli XCX’s Next Album Is Less ‘Dance-Leaning’ and More Rock: ‘It’s Fun to Flip the Form’
Charli XCX announced that her eighth studio album will abandon her signature dance‑centric pop for a rock‑infused direction, calling it a “rock reinvention.” The record, still in development, is being crafted with longtime collaborators A.G. Cook and Finn Keane and...
Avril Lavigne Covers Alanis Morissette’s ‘Ironic’ for Rom-Com Soundtrack
Avril Lavigne has recorded a faithful cover of Alanis Morissette’s 1995 hit “Ironic,” which will appear on the soundtrack of the new rom‑com Mile End Kicks. The film, set in 2011 Montreal, follows a music critic turned publicist and opens in U.S. and Canadian...
First Trailer for ‘Krishnavataram’ Brings Divine Love Story to Global Screens
The first trailer for *Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart* debuted on April 15, 2026, unveiling a visually ambitious retelling of Hindu god Krishna’s life. Directed by Hardik Gajjar and starring Siddharth Gupta, the film weaves together the Radha, Rukmini, and Satyabhama narratives...
Meet The Indian Designer Behind Some of Katseye’s Most Iconic Looks
Rohit Mane, a 27‑year‑old Indian‑born, London‑based designer, has become the creative force behind Katseye’s striking looks in the “Pinky Up” music video, as well as outfits worn by global stars such as SZA, Lara Raj and Raveena Aurora. After a...
‘Bloodhounds 2’: What Does It Actually Mean to Be a ‘Bloodhound’ Now
Netflix’s “Bloodhounds 2” redefines the series’ signature term, turning the “bloodhound” from a street‑level slur into a state‑controlled weapon. The sequel follows former debt‑collector boxers Geon‑woo and Woo‑jin as they rise to a pro title, only to be targeted by...
From South Africa to Brazil, World Jazz Festival 2026 Brings Global Talents to India This Week
The World Jazz Festival 2026 will tour five Indian cities from April 17 to April 25, featuring a diverse lineup of international jazz talent. Organized by the World Jazz Network and Banyan Tree Events, the festival showcases artists from the...
Remembering Asha Bhosle’s Legacy Through 20 Years of Conversations
Rolling Stone India reflects on two decades of interviews with Asha Bhosle, charting her evolution from a 1950s playback singer to a cross‑generational icon. The piece highlights her 1998 MTV award, Grammy‑nominated "Legacy" album, and recent collaborations with Gorillaz and...
BTS Bring the Hits, Brave Torrents of Rain at Tour Kickoff
BTS launched the Arirang stadium tour at Goyang Stadium near Seoul, performing to roughly 40,000 fans despite torrential rain. The setlist covered most of the new Arirang album alongside signature hits, with elaborate pyrotechnics, lasers and rain‑proof staging. Fans braved...
Roger Waters Fired His Son. Now He’s Looking for a Singer to Front Son’s Pink Floyd Tribute Band
Roger Waters publicly fired his son Harry from his touring band in 2023, a move that sparked media attention. Harry has since assembled a Pink Floyd tribute act called Legacy, which will showcase the band’s classic era and Waters’ solo...