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fromPitchfork
8 hours ago

Grouper Lines Up Mini North America Tour

Grouper will perform six rare shows in North America this September across various cities and venues.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

Grouper announces fall shows (BV Presale for NYC)

Grouper will perform a series of shows in September 2026 across several cities including Chicago, Toronto, and New York.
#new-music
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago

9 New Songs Out Today

New music releases include Kacey Musgraves' album, S.G. Goodman's cover, and tracks from Slayyyter and Dead Can Dance.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago

Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)

A weekly playlist features new music from various artists including Nine Inch Noize, Olivia Rodrigo, and Kasey Musgraves.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
2 days ago

9 New Songs Out Today

New music releases include Graham Coxon's lost album, Shooter Jennings' cover featuring Willie Nelson, and new tracks from Beck and Portrayal of Guilt.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago

9 New Songs Out Today

New music releases include Kacey Musgraves' album, S.G. Goodman's cover, and tracks from Slayyyter and Dead Can Dance.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago

Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)

A weekly playlist features new music from various artists including Nine Inch Noize, Olivia Rodrigo, and Kasey Musgraves.
Portland
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
23 hours ago

That sense of connection is at the heart of what we do: Music makers in Bend and Corvallis * Oregon ArtsWatch

Clyde Thompson founded Central Oregon Mastersingers in 2005, which has grown into a cherished community choir celebrating its 20th anniversary.
Portland food
fromPortland Monthly
1 hour ago

The Definitive Guide to Portland's Best Indie Coffee Shops

Portland's coffee scene thrives with diverse offerings, blending traditional and innovative styles, making it a vibrant hub for coffee lovers.
London food
fromTime Out London
14 hours ago

Hackney will host London's first ever festival dedicated to dive bars next month

Hackney will host London's first dive bar festival, Hackney Altfest, from May 4 to May 10, featuring various alternative bars and events.
SF music
fromsf.funcheap.com
1 day ago

Free Punk Show + Art Walk Afterparty (SF)

Punk Majesty hosts an Art Walk closing reception featuring contemporary artists, followed by a live performance by DAMAGE PARTY at Mayes.
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

Pitchfork Founder Ryan Schreiber Is Releasing a Memoir

Weird Era is described as an Almost Famous-like memoir for the 21st century, where Schreiber opens up about running the most influential, and infamous, music publication of the internet age.
Books
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Gigs turns your concert history into a personal live music archive | TechCrunch

Gigs allows users to import concert details from various sources, utilizing Apple's Foundation Models to extract dates, venues, and lineups, creating a comprehensive concert archive.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
10 hours ago

Amazon Music partners with Bandsintowns for concert listings | TechCrunch

"Live music is one of the most powerful ways fans connect with the artists they love-something we've seen firsthand through the livestream performances we've brought to fans worldwide," said Karolina Joynathsing, Director of Business Development, Amazon Music.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Office Dog announce new album, share "Gold Things"

'This song is about getting what you've wanted, or reaching a place you've seen off in the distance for a long time.'
Music
London music
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

The Tubs sign to Merge, share cover of Metallica's "Fade to Black"

The Tubs signed with Merge Records after their previous label closed, releasing a cover of Metallica's 'Fade to Black' to celebrate.
#boards-of-canada
Books
from48 hills
4 days ago

How 'absurd grunge Cinderella' Melissa Auf der Maur embraced her wild '90s - 48 hills

Melissa Auf der Maur reflects on the '90s, seeking to reclaim meaningful experiences from a chaotic past as she promotes her memoir.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

Tour news: Bright Eyes, Black Country New Road, Sleaford Mods, Ian Sweet, Tinlicker, Tigercub, more

Bright Eyes celebrates 21 years of two albums with special shows featuring various openers across multiple cities.
fromPortland Mercury
23 hours ago

Getting High on Her Own Supply - Portland Mercury

The Body High Tour revealed a symbiotic relationship between twigs' music and dance, especially as she bucked pop tradition by performing off-center stage, drawing the audience's focus toward her dancers' moves synced to twigs' words and arrangements.
#horsegiirl
London music
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

horsegiirL announces debut album, shares "earth is turning"

horsegiirL announces debut album 'NATURE IS HEALING' set for release on June 5, emphasizing the connection between humans and nature.
London music
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

horsegiirL announces debut album, shares "earth is turning"

horsegiirL announces debut album 'NATURE IS HEALING' set for release on June 5, emphasizing the connection between humans and nature.
fromPitchfork
5 hours ago

Tyle Announces Sophomore Album A*Pop

"I feel like the first album, it was very hectic, it was a rush. It was like, all of a sudden, overnight craziness. So now that I'm settled in, I feel like I know more about my direction and what I want to do, what I want to say."
Music production
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

Don't Underestimate the Appeal of Punk Rock Flea Markets

The Seattle Punk Rock Flea Market is part renegade art gallery, part unfathomable yard sale and part curated vintage mall, showcasing a blend of creativity and commerce.
Portland food
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

Jesse Malin tells us about his top 10 American hardcore records, extends 'Silver Manhattan' run

"Howie could get along with anybody. He was friends with both Johnny and Joey Ramone. Hells Angels, skinheads, drag queens, comic-book nerds, art collectors, fashionistas-they all loved him."
NYC music
#music
fromPitchfork
2 days ago
Music production

Tiga, Massive Attack, and Nine Inch Noize: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

Music production
fromPitchfork
2 days ago

Tiga, Massive Attack, and Nine Inch Noize: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

Pitchfork Selects playlist showcases favorite new music from staff, featuring diverse artists and tracks.
NYC music
fromGothamist
2 days ago

How a Brooklyn musician uses her Norwegian fiddle to make a sound all her own

Zosha Warpeha records an album in a historic Brooklyn theater, using the space's acoustics as an integral part of her music.
NYC music
fromGothamist
2 days ago

How a Brooklyn musician uses her Norwegian fiddle to make a sound all her own

Zosha Warpeha records an album in a historic Brooklyn theater, using the space's acoustics as an integral part of her music.
Music
fromPitchfork
2 days ago

Frog: Frog for Sale

Daniel Bateman's creative process emphasizes prolific output, allowing for experimentation and growth despite not always achieving perfection.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
2 hours ago

Gregg Foreman, the Delta 72 founder and Cat Power collaborator, dead at 53

Gregg Foreman, influential blues-punk musician and collaborator, has died at 53, leaving a significant impact on the music scene.
#tour-announcements
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago
NYC music

Tour news: Sparta, Violent Femmes, Mac DeMarco, Wednesday, Book of Love, Balmora, more

Numerous artists have announced upcoming tours and shows across various locations in the U.S.
fromBrooklynVegan
1 month ago
NYC music

Tour news: Sleater-Kinney & Fred Armisen's Ramones tribute band, WhoMadeWho, Surfbort, SF Bay Popfest, Wicca Phase, Concrete Collective, more

Multiple artists and bands announced tour dates across North America and Europe, including Sleater-Kinney's Ramones tribute, Kittie's 30-year legacy tour, and The Sex Pistols' 50th anniversary celebration.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Tour news: Sparta, Violent Femmes, Mac DeMarco, Wednesday, Book of Love, Balmora, more

Numerous artists have announced upcoming tours and shows across various locations in the U.S.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 month ago

Tour news: Sleater-Kinney & Fred Armisen's Ramones tribute band, WhoMadeWho, Surfbort, SF Bay Popfest, Wicca Phase, Concrete Collective, more

Multiple artists and bands announced tour dates across North America and Europe, including Sleater-Kinney's Ramones tribute, Kittie's 30-year legacy tour, and The Sex Pistols' 50th anniversary celebration.
#lenny-kaye
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

Lenny Kaye announces first-ever solo album 'Goin Local,' shares title track

Lenny Kaye will release his first solo album, Goin' Local, on July 17, featuring various artists and a title track with Television-style energy.
Music
fromPitchfork
7 hours ago

Lenny Kaye of the Patti Smith Group Readies Debut Solo Album

Lenny Kaye releases his debut solo album 'Goin' Local' at 79, featuring collaborations with notable artists and a focus on personal expression.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

Lenny Kaye announces first-ever solo album 'Goin Local,' shares title track

Lenny Kaye will release his first solo album, Goin' Local, on July 17, featuring various artists and a title track with Television-style energy.
Music
fromPitchfork
7 hours ago

Lenny Kaye of the Patti Smith Group Readies Debut Solo Album

Lenny Kaye releases his debut solo album 'Goin' Local' at 79, featuring collaborations with notable artists and a focus on personal expression.
Music production
fromPitchfork
19 hours ago

Black Nile: Indigo Garden

Kendrick Lamar's collaboration with L.A. jazz musicians sparked a transformative movement in jazz fusion, influencing sociopolitical expression and establishing L.A. as a jazz hub.
London music
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

French psych band SLIFT announce North American tour for upcoming album 'Fantasia'

SLIFT will tour North America in support of their album Fantasia, starting October 6, 2026.
fromConsequence
8 hours ago

Fieldy Opens Up on Why He Stepped Away from Korn

COVID happened. That's it. I'm like, 'I'm not going out there.' That's what happened, 'cause it was new. Now. I'm like... The whole time - I mean, I didn't get vaccinated or anything - but when you reflect on it, that's what happened.
Music
NYC music
fromConsequence
8 hours ago

Jason Newsted Announces First-Ever US Headlining Tour with His Chophouse Band

Jason Newsted & The Chophouse Band will embark on their first US headlining tour starting July 1st, featuring a mix of original songs and covers.
#oklou
Music production
from48 hills
1 day ago

At the Warfield, Baroque pop avatar Oklou emerged a star - 48 hills

Oklou blends Baroque pop with modern elements, creating a unique sound that resonates with a niche audience in the hyperpop scene.
NYC music
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Mercury Music Picks: Hip-Hop Royalty the Pharcyde and Emo Heartthrobs AFI Are in Town - Portland Mercury

Oklou and The Pharcyde are notable artists with significant contributions to experimental pop and hip-hop, respectively.
#modest-mouse
fromConsequence
1 day ago
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Modest Mouse Announce New Album An Eraser and a Maze, Fall 2026 Tour Dates

Modest Mouse will release their new album, An Eraser and a Maze, on June 5th and has expanded their North American tour into the fall.
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago
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Modest Mouse announce new LP & fall tour, share "Picking Dragons' Pockets" (BV Presale for NYC)

Modest Mouse announced a new album, 'An Eraser and a Maze,' set for release on June 5, following their single 'Look How Far.'
Music
fromConsequence
1 day ago

Modest Mouse Announce New Album An Eraser and a Maze, Fall 2026 Tour Dates

Modest Mouse will release their new album, An Eraser and a Maze, on June 5th and has expanded their North American tour into the fall.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Modest Mouse announce new LP & fall tour, share "Picking Dragons' Pockets" (BV Presale for NYC)

Modest Mouse announced a new album, 'An Eraser and a Maze,' set for release on June 5, following their single 'Look How Far.'
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Yard Act tease new album, announce 2026 US summer tour

Yard Act is back in action with a new album on the horizon, possibly titled YGNALM, and has shared clips from a new music video.
London music
Music production
fromConsequence
2 days ago

Barbie Ferreira, Devon Bostick, and Chandler Levack on the Messy Indie Sleaze of Mile End Kicks: Podcast

Mile End Kicks captures the chaotic energy of youth in Montreal's 2011 blog rock scene through personal and relatable storytelling.
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

Watch Hayley Williams bring out American Football's Mike Kinsella in Chicago

Hayley Williams has been bringing out surprise guests to join her on 'Parachute' at some shows of her current solo tour, and for night one in Chicago, she had Mike Kinsella of American Football join her on her set-closing rendition of that very song.
Music
#gen-z
fromAol
1 day ago
NYC music

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

fromAol
1 day ago
NYC music

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

NYC music
fromUSA TODAY
1 day ago

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

A growing movement among Gen Z is embracing phone-free parties to escape the influence of technology and reconnect socially.
NYC music
fromAol
1 day ago

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

A growing movement among Gen Z is promoting phone-free parties to escape the influence of technology and reconnect socially.
NYC music
fromAol
1 day ago

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

A growing movement among Gen Z is promoting phone-free parties to escape the influence of technology and reconnect with social life.
London music
fromConsequence
2 days ago

FORM's 2026 Lineup Is Led by Lorde, Geese, Turnstile, Adrianne Lenker

The 2026 FORM festival in Arizona features a notable lineup including Lorde, Geese, and Disclosure, with no overlapping sets.
Music production
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago

Indie Basement (4/17): Nine Inch Noize, Jessie Ware, more

Nine Inch Nails collaborates with Boys Noize for a reimagined album, blending live and studio recordings of their classic songs.
fromBrooklynVegan
2 days ago

Suicidal Tendencies brought out Metallica's Robert Trujillo at Coachella, playing Decibel Metal & Beer Fest

Suicidal Tendencies just wrapped up consecutive weekends at Coachella, where they were had by surprise guests for both of their sets. Two former bassists, Thundercat and Metallica's Robert Trujillo, joined them, along with Nisha STar, who appears on their 2025 single 'Adrenaline Addict.'
London music
Music production
fromSPIN
5 days ago

Sean Solomon's Busy, Messed-Up World - SPIN

Sean Solomon's solo debut blends whimsical animation with disillusioned songwriting, showcasing a clean folk sound influenced by indie music of the 2000s.
Music
fromSPIN
1 day ago

Souled American's Downbeat Country Still Feels Vital - SPIN

Souled American returns with their seventh record, Sanctions, exploring themes of isolation, mortality, and decline after a 30-year hiatus.
Music production
fromPitchfork
6 days ago

Allstar JR: "Mob Untied"

The hip-hop industry has increasingly turned violent incidents into sensationalized media events, impacting artists' careers and public personas.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

Beck Readies North American Tour, Shares Video for New Song

Beck releases new single 'Ride Lonesome' and announces North American tour dates from September to October 2023.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
2 days ago

Ceremony share first new song in over 5 years, "Other Hells"

Ceremony releases new song 'Other Hells' after five years, exploring duality and aiming to unify through music.
fromNylon
2 days ago

Snail Mail Gives Us A Backstage Pass To Her Brooklyn Paramount Show

Snail Mail might have the most 'stars, they're just like us' pre-show ritual of any working rockstar: After a quick guitar warm up and a necessary styling consult with her partner, Etta Friedman, Snail Mail hugged her friends goodbye and made her way to stage.
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

We wanted to put a mark on the world': the sweaty, singular indie music scene of early-00s Brighton

Brighton was rarely described as a scene, despite being home to Nick Cave and Paul McCartney and hothousing a surge of remarkable young talent that's still thriving more than 20 years later.
London music
fromConsequence
3 days ago

sombr Covers Radiohead, Brings Out Billy Idol at Coachella: Watch

Sombr played with the rockier edges of vocals that sound comfortable with everything from punk to pop. His falsetto soared on "Fake Plastic Trees," and I hope everyone in the crowd enjoyed it, because as much as sombr sings about smoking cigarettes, those notes might not be available to him for too many more years.
Music
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fromPitchfork
1 week ago

My New Band Believe: My New Band Believe

Cameron Picton's debut album reflects his complex songwriting and evolution after Black Midi, showcasing his unique voice in indie rock.
NYC music
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Sarah Breen: I thought Coachella was some kind of utopia, until I realised it was missing something very important

Californian festival offers influencers, allocated camping, and sun, but lacks genuine fun and excitement.
Music
fromKqed
5 days ago

Long Live The Pound: The Forgotten 2000s Venue That Changed the Bay Area | KQED

The Pound venue thrived due to its isolation, allowing loud music and all-ages shows, but faced challenges as bands moved to larger venues.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago

Album Reviews: Nine Inch Nails, Prince Daddy & The Hyena, Yaya Bey, more

Andrew is on paternity leave, but notable music releases and events are highlighted for readers.
Music
fromPitchfork
5 days ago

Souled American: Sanctions

Souled American created a unique sound that influenced many but was never widely replicated, leading to their eventual obscurity.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 week ago

Tour news: Big Kids, David Sedaris, Sincere Engineer, Pickathon, more

Several bands and artists have announced upcoming tours and shows across various locations.
fromBrooklynVegan
6 days ago

Charli XCX is making a rock album: "I think the dance floor is dead"

"I think the dance floor is dead, so now we're making rock music." Charli XCX emphasizes her shift in musical direction, moving away from previous genres to explore rock.
Music
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago

Craft Beer and Rock Music: A Cultural Collaboration - Food & Beverage Magazine

Craft beer has always been about creativity and community, but when it teams up with rock music, it becomes something truly special. In this post, we'll explore some of the most iconic collaborations between craft breweries and legendary bands, highlighting how these unique brews reflect the spirit of rock culture. ## The Rise of Band-Inspired Brews As craft beer continues to dominate the beverage landscape, breweries are increasingly looking to popular culture for inspiration. Band-inspired beers have become a staple, and for good reason. They not only attract fans of the music but also tap into the stories, values, and identities that these bands represent.
Beer
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

90s rock icon Bob Mould: When Cobain died, I pulled the plug there was nothing worth saving'

The beating heart of Sugar was always the sound of Bob Mould's guitar: a colossal, metallic, thunderous thing, like a sonic boom you could whistle. It was incredible, being engulfed by that wall of sound.
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Music
fromPitchfork
6 days ago

WU LYF: A Wave That Will Never Break

WU LYF's legacy is solidified by their impactful debut and a surprising second album that defies expectations.
#girl-trouble
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fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Girl Trouble Return With First Album in 23 Years

Girl Trouble returns to K Records for their first album in 23 years, titled 'As Is', releasing on June 26.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
2 weeks ago

Girl Trouble announce first album 23 years: hear "Make It Mine"

Girl Trouble announces their first new album 'As Is' since 2003, featuring songs recorded over 15 years, releasing on June 26.
Music
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Girl Trouble Return With First Album in 23 Years

Girl Trouble returns to K Records for their first album in 23 years, titled 'As Is', releasing on June 26.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
2 weeks ago

Girl Trouble announce first album 23 years: hear "Make It Mine"

Girl Trouble announces their first new album 'As Is' since 2003, featuring songs recorded over 15 years, releasing on June 26.
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Punk Veterans Dwarves Announce New Album JENKEM and 2026 Tour Dates

Dwarves have announced their 17th studio album, titled J ENKEM, set to arrive June 6th via Greedy Records. In support of the upcoming record, the veteran punk band will embark on US tours in the spring and fall.
Music
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Add to playlist: the endlessly inventive, radiant indie rock of Friko and the week's best new tracks

Friko's second album, Something Worth Waiting For, explores themes of yearning and growth through inventive indie rock sounds.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
3 weeks ago

Indie Basement: Best Albums of 2026 So Far (Q1)

Indie Basement highlights 21 favorite albums from the first quarter of 2026, showcasing a mix of indie veterans and new acts.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
2 months ago

13 New Songs Out Today

Multiple artists released new singles and soundtrack contributions, including SZA, Killer Mike, Glixen, and Jessie Ware, across genres and upcoming film and album projects.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
2 months ago

13 New Songs Out Today

A daily music roundup highlights new-album reviews, indie and metal releases, premieres, playlists, and previews from artists like Daniel Avery, Ransom, Memorials, and Cadence Weapon.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

Mercury Music Picks: Birthdays for Commonwealth Skate and Mallbrawlreds, Rare Portland Appearances by Derek Hunter Wilson and Visible Cloaks

A hectic weekend of local shows and album releases showcased the collectivism of live music, ambient harp collaborations, and Cardi B's provocative new album.
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