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32 minutes ago

Kelela Drops Video for Grungey New Song "Idea 1"

"Idea 1" is about 'what it feels like to exist in this climate-the weight of being expected to witness, absorb, and speak truth at a time when the world feels like it's unraveling.'
Music production
Education
fromwww.amny.com
2 hours ago

Nonprofit ArtsConnection fills a creative gap in NYC public schools

Education's focus on efficiency often neglects the essential human connection fostered by art and music, which helps students recognize their self-worth.
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

Girl group Flo on entering into their 'bombastic, confident, strong' era

Girl group Flo is focused on their next achievements after winning a Mobo award, with their hit 'Leak It' gaining significant popularity.
fromFast Company
5 hours ago

'We make people feel something as a result of our work:' Figma's chief design officer on how to build impactful technology

"If we are successful, we make people feel something as a result of our work," says Crisan, emphasizing the emotional impact of design.
Music production
fromPitchfork
10 hours ago

Star Moles: Highway to Hell

"If I put my shirt on backwards one more time, I swear, this will be the darkest Tuesday in a thousand years." This line sets the tone for a whimsical yet dark exploration of everyday life.
Music
Music production
fromPitchfork
10 hours ago

Jeune Morty: Jeune Morty Vol.1

Jeune Morty's music blends nostalgia and immigrant experiences, reflecting his roots while navigating life in France's vibrant cultural scene.
#tour-news
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago
NYC music

Tour news: Parcels, Willie Nelson, The Mars Volta, Billy Idol, The Format / The Get Up Kids, more

Multiple artists have announced new tour dates across the U.S. and Mexico, supporting their latest albums and upcoming performances.
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago
London music

Tour news: MONOLORD, Richard Ayoade, Sylvan Esso, MEMORIALS more

Several artists are announcing tours in support of new albums and projects across various locations in the US and UK.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Tour news: Parcels, Willie Nelson, The Mars Volta, Billy Idol, The Format / The Get Up Kids, more

Multiple artists have announced new tour dates across the U.S. and Mexico, supporting their latest albums and upcoming performances.
London music
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago

Tour news: MONOLORD, Richard Ayoade, Sylvan Esso, MEMORIALS more

Several artists are announcing tours in support of new albums and projects across various locations in the US and UK.
Music
fromConsequence
17 hours ago

The Format Announce 2026 North American Fall Tour

The Format will embark on a fall 2026 US tour with The Get Up Kids as special guests, starting September 19th in Minneapolis.
Music
fromLGBTQ Nation
17 hours ago

Kehlani tells ICE agents to delete all her music in fiery Instagram post - LGBTQ Nation

Kehlani publicly rejects any association with ICE agents, urging them not to engage with her or her music.
fromConsequence
18 hours ago

Bob Dylan Adds More New Summer US Tour Dates

Bob Dylan has quietly expanded his 2026 tour itinerary, adding a handful of tour dates for the Southwest and Midwest, set for late June and early July.
NYC music
#spotify
fromThe Verge
18 hours ago
Podcast

Spotify's Prompted Playlists can help you find new podcasts to listen to

Spotify's Prompted Playlists now include podcasts, allowing Premium users to create customized playlists using text prompts.
fromEngadget
1 day ago
Podcast

Spotify's Prompted Playlist feature now works for podcasts

Spotify's Prompted Playlist tool now generates podcast playlists using AI based on user prompts and listening history.
Podcast
fromThe Verge
18 hours ago

Spotify's Prompted Playlists can help you find new podcasts to listen to

Spotify's Prompted Playlists now include podcasts, allowing Premium users to create customized playlists using text prompts.
Podcast
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Spotify's Prompted Playlist feature now works for podcasts

Spotify's Prompted Playlist tool now generates podcast playlists using AI based on user prompts and listening history.
fromVulture
22 hours ago

Donald Fagen Is Retired and Thriving in Woodstock

"He's doing fantastic. He's living up here in Woodstock full time. We've been playing a lot of music. He's enjoying his retirement. He's playing piano and singing the occasional rock-and-roll cover with our family band at the Midnight Ramble, and we're having a great time."
Music
fromPitchfork
20 hours ago

41: "Addicted" [ft. Fivio Foreign]

Fivio Foreign kicks it off-macking on someone, drunk tweeting, calling up Lil Mabu?-before the trio's Kyle Richh and TaTa exchange stories of sweaty, tipsy sexcapades.
NYC music
Music production
fromGameSpot
21 hours ago

This Turn-Based RPG Musical Is Fun But Drags A Bit In Act 3 | People Of Note Review

People of Note is a whimsical RPG where music battles and friendship combat an ancient power, blending humor with a journey to fame.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Iceage announce new album 'For Love of Grace & the Hereafter,' share new single "Ember"

Iceage will release their sixth album, For Love of Grace & the Hereafter, on May 29, marking their first album in five years.
Music
fromConsequence
23 hours ago

Goose Announce New Album BIG MODERN!, Share "Good2B"

Goose's new album BIG MODERN! features the single 'Good2B' and explores themes of desire and distraction.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Kim Gordon adds new shows to summer tour, NYC & LA included

Kim Gordon announced new tour dates for her solo album PLAY ME, including cities like Brooklyn, Los Angeles, and Toronto.
London music
fromConsequence
1 day ago

Kurt Vile Announces New Album Philadelphia's been good to me and 2026 Tour Dates

Kurt Vile's new album 'Philadelphia's been good to me' releases on May 29th, featuring the single 'Chance to Bleed' and a 2026 tour.
Music
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

M.I.A. Launches M.I.7 With New Song "Everything"

M.I.A. will release her seventh album, M.I.7, on April 17, featuring gospel elements and a collaboration with the Sunday Service choir.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I thought I'd finish the album then die': how Angelo De Augustine came back from a medical nightmare

Angelo De Augustine faced a severe health crisis but persevered to complete his album Toil and Trouble amidst significant challenges.
London music
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

Harry Styles has curated a London music festival - and the lineup has just been revealed

Harry Styles will curate the 2026 Meltdown festival featuring a diverse lineup of artists including Warpaint and NilĂĽfer Yanya.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

She couldn't afford L.A. rent after law school. Her parents' ADU came to the rescue

"We bought it for $650,000," LaMonica says of the house. "Of course, we could never afford to buy it now."
Renovation
Berlin music
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

Sofia Kourtesis: DJ-Kicks

Sofia Kourtesis blends her Peruvian roots with Berlin's techno scene, reflecting her personal journey through music and nostalgia.
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

Thundercat: Distracted

Thundercat relinquishes his investment in a romance but won't leave it behind: 'Love is a two-way street/I'm letting go because both of us don't need to drive,' he sings in his trademark high falsetto.
Humor
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

10 Songs You Should Listen to Now: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

The Pitchfork Selects playlist features a variety of tracks, including Los Thuthanaka's 'Ay Kawkinpachasa? (capo-kullawada)' and Ravyn Lenae's 'Reputation' featuring Dominic Fike.
Music production
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

'Born and Buried in Brooklyn' celebrates the borough's legendary composers with winds, strings and song * Brooklyn Paper

A concert titled 'Born and Buried in Brooklyn' celebrates composers Gershwin, Copland, and Bernstein, showcasing Brooklyn's rich musical heritage.
fromConsequence
1 day ago

Young Miko Announces 2026 "Late Checkout Tour"

The 'Late Checkout Tour' marks Young Miko's first headlining arena run, featuring 31 dates across Europe, Mexico, and North America, starting July 3, 2026.
NYC music
Music production
fromPitchfork
2 days ago

Mall Walking With dexter in the newsagent

Charmaine Ayoku explores her artistic voice through grief and creativity, culminating in her mixtape 'Time Flies' released in 2025.
Berlin music
from48 hills
2 days ago

At 20, CubaCaribe looks back-and ahead-at vibrant diasporic culture - 48 hills

The 20th annual CubaCaribe Festival showcases Caribbean cultural traditions through dance, music, and community events across various Bay Area venues from April 8-19.
Music
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Happy Hour with Emanuel Ax

Ax and Ma share a deep friendship and musical connection, highlighted by their collaborative performances and humorous banter.
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Jessie Ware on making music for queer fans: "I know they want a diva that can sing" - Queerty

My queer fans have given me such confidence in myself and my ability, but also the way I present myself. They've made me feel so adored and sexy.
SF LGBT
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

It's dark in here you can cry': Mitski hosts intimate residency at LA high school

Mitski performed at Hollywood High School to create an intimate concert experience reminiscent of DIY shows.
fromCN Traveller
3 days ago

Yearround sunshine, no jet lag: the underrated island we can't stop recommending

Cape Verde's islands, with their volcanic beauty and sandy beaches, offer a unique blend of adventure and relaxation, making them ideal for both tourists and digital nomads.
Travel
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Baukunst First Fridays: Art, Music + Food (Bernal Heights)

Baukunst First Fridays is a free monthly event celebrating art, music, and food in San Francisco, fostering community engagement and artistic integrity.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Baukunst First Fridays: Art, Music + Food (Bernal Heights)

Baukunst First Fridays is a free monthly event celebrating art, music, and food in San Francisco's Bernal Heights neighborhood.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I was getting down with a guy and he decided to put on One Love. It was creepy': Duncan James from Blue's honest playlist

Music evokes strong memories and emotions, influencing personal experiences and relationships throughout life.
fromFortune
3 days ago

Former Turnstile guitarist gets attempted murder charge for hitting bandmate's father with his car | Fortune

William Yates, the 79-year-old father of lead singer Brendan Yates, was found injured in a front yard after being struck by a car driven by Brady Ebert.
NYC music
fromConsequence
3 days ago

The xx Play First Show in Eight Years in Mexico City: Setlist + Video

The xx brought a career-spanning setlist of 19 songs, performing beloved tracks like 'Crystalized' and 'Islands' from their 2009 debut, 'Angels' from their 2012 sophomore effort, and 'I Dare You' from their most recent album, 2017's I See You.
London music
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Bo Lueders, guitarist and co-founder of hardcore metal band Harm's Way, dies at 38

Lueders will be remembered for his unwavering empathy and compassion for his friends & family and his magnetic, inimitable presence on & off the stage.
Music
Music production
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Walt Disney Records releases country-inspired album based on classic Disney movie songs

Walt Disney Records releases 'Main Street Country,' featuring country artists reimagining Disney songs.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Drummer James Gadson, who played with Bill Withers and Marvin Gaye, dies at 86

James Gadson, influential drummer known for his work with Bill Withers and the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band, passed away at age 86.
#olivia-rodrigo
Music
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Olivia Rodrigo's new album ditches her iconic brand. Is it a marketing masterclass or a misstep?

Olivia Rodrigo's third album marks a departure from her established branding with a new title and cover art, sparking mixed reactions from fans.
Music
fromVulture
5 days ago

Olivia Rodrigo Is 'Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love'

Olivia Rodrigo's third album features a longer title and new visual themes, while likely continuing her focus on heartbreak.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

It's not deja vu: Olivia Rodrigo announces highly anticipated new album

Olivia Rodrigo's third album, 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,' will be released on June 12.
Music
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Olivia Rodrigo's new album ditches her iconic brand. Is it a marketing masterclass or a misstep?

Olivia Rodrigo's third album marks a departure from her established branding with a new title and cover art, sparking mixed reactions from fans.
Music
fromVulture
5 days ago

Olivia Rodrigo Is 'Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love'

Olivia Rodrigo's third album features a longer title and new visual themes, while likely continuing her focus on heartbreak.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

It's not deja vu: Olivia Rodrigo announces highly anticipated new album

Olivia Rodrigo's third album, 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,' will be released on June 12.
SF music
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event celebrating 20 years, welcoming all forms of expression every Thursday from 9pm to 12am.
DC food
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Afroman Announces New Album Freedom of Speech, Expands 2026 Tour

Afroman announces new album 'Freedom of Speech' after winning a lawsuit against Ohio's Adams County Sheriff's Department.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago

she's green announce new EP, share "Paper Thin," touring with Chapterhouse & more

Minneapolis band she's green will release their third EP, Swallowtail, on July 10, featuring singles 'Mettle' and 'Paper Thin'.
#u2
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago

U2 surprise release 'Easter Lily' EP ft Brian Eno

U2 releases the surprise EP 'Easter Lily' featuring six new songs, reflecting on personal and societal challenges during turbulent times.
Music
fromConsequence
5 days ago

U2 Release Surprise New EP Easter Lily: Stream

U2's Easter Lily EP features reflective songs on friendship, loss, hope, and renewal, contrasting their previous EP's response to chaotic times.
Music
fromPitchfork
5 days ago

U2 Return with New EP Easter Lily

U2's EP Easter Lily explores personal themes and relationships, featuring a tribute to Hal Willner and addressing faith and friendship in challenging times.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
5 days ago

U2 surprise release 'Easter Lily' EP ft Brian Eno

U2 releases the surprise EP 'Easter Lily' featuring six new songs, reflecting on personal and societal challenges during turbulent times.
Music
fromConsequence
5 days ago

U2 Release Surprise New EP Easter Lily: Stream

U2's Easter Lily EP features reflective songs on friendship, loss, hope, and renewal, contrasting their previous EP's response to chaotic times.
Music
fromPitchfork
5 days ago

U2 Return with New EP Easter Lily

U2's EP Easter Lily explores personal themes and relationships, featuring a tribute to Hal Willner and addressing faith and friendship in challenging times.
Graphic design
fromDesign Milk
5 days ago

F5: Alex Lerian on Live Music, a Favorite Burrito Spot, Materials + More

Alex Lerian emphasizes the importance of observation and creativity in design, advocating for intentional resets and embracing the creative void.
SF music
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

The 'Jesus of Cool' returns to rock San Francisco

Nick Lowe has a long-standing affection for San Francisco, performing there since the late 1970s and cherishing his memories of the city.
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

A Marriage, Turned Into Epic Theater

Lily Allen's 'West End Girl' is an excoriating concept album about the failure of her second marriage, filled with vivid details of betrayal and personal turmoil.
London music
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days 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 production
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
5 days ago

Wasia Project Unveils New Single "2515": A Sonic Journey Through Night - KALTBLUT Magazine

Wasia Project's new single '2515' blends cinematic alt-pop with Berlin's nightlife energy, showcasing their evolution and maturity in sound.
fromAnOther
5 days ago

Musician Lyra Pramuk on Astrology

Khan's writings look at Hindu music, ecology and Sufi metaphysics, and everything is about vibration. Astrology is not different from music for me. They both have their own measured speeds and relationships that are mathematical.
Music production
fromPitchfork
5 days ago

Robber Robber: Two Wheels Move the Soul

The Sound It Made opens Two Wheels Move the Soul like the blaze is roaring to life before your eyes. Zack James' shifty drumming hammers out a drum 'n' bass redux like a panicked heartbeat while Carney Hemler's bass lurches in slow motion, replicating the gut drop of a horrible realization.
Music
#j-cole
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Rapper J Cole signs with Chinese basketball team, his third stint as a professional hoopster

J. Cole signs with Nanjing Monkey Kings, marking his third professional basketball stint overseas while balancing music commitments.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Rapper J Cole signs with Chinese basketball team, his third stint as a professional hoopster

J. Cole signs with Nanjing Monkey Kings, marking his third professional basketball stint overseas while balancing music commitments.
Berlin music
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

When Music Was Used to Deceive, Control, Survive

Yom HaShoah commemorates the 6 million Jews and 5 million others who perished in the Holocaust, reflecting on music's dual role in history.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
6 days ago

Gost's James Lollar has died

James Cody Lollar, known as GOST, has passed away at age 46, leaving behind a legacy as a talented artist in the synthwave genre.
Music
fromConsequence
5 days ago

James Cody Lollar, Musician Known as GOST, Has Died

James Cody Lollar, known as GOST, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy in the dark-synthwave music scene.
NYC music
fromBillboard
6 days ago

Saweetie to Perform at IDL's Inaugural Event in NYC

Saweetie will perform at the inaugural International Dance League event in New York City on May 2.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
6 days ago

Joe Pernice tells us about every song on his new album 'Sunny, I Was Wrong' (stream it early)

Joe Pernice releases his fourth solo album, Sunny, I Was Wrong, featuring collaborations and live studio recordings with notable musicians.
fromConsequence
6 days ago

Maggie Rogers Returns to Colbert to Perform "Alaska" and "One for My Baby (And One More for the Road)"

Rogers gave 'Alaska' the acoustic treatment, surrounded by a string quartet and slowing the song's tempo to folk-tinged crawl, providing a luxurious, introspective rendition.
Music
Music
fromConsequence
6 days ago

Sparta Announce New Album, Unveil "Crater" Co-Written by MCR's Frank Iero

Sparta's new album 'Cut a Silhouette' releases on May 29th, featuring the single 'Crater' co-written by Frank Iero.
London music
fromTime Out London
6 days ago

SXSW London has revealed some major names for its music lineup for 2026

SXSW London festival returns June 2-7, featuring major artists and over 200 emerging acts across various venues in east London.
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

Abandoned piece of history on SF's Haight Street undergoes major transformation

"I hadn't even seen the inside just like you, but I just felt like one person, DJ equipment, had to fit in there somehow. We knew it could be Pandora's box in there."
Mission District
Music
fromPitchfork
6 days ago

RAYE: THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE.

RAYE's album blends despair and beauty, showcasing her unique artistry and resilience in the pop music landscape.
Music
fromPitchfork
6 days ago

Slayyyter: WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA

Slayyyter's new album WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA showcases her boldness and vulnerability through chaotic, explicit hyperpop music.
fromVulture
6 days ago

Lindsey Buckingham Attacked With Unknown Substance by Reported Stalker

The Los Angeles Police Department's Threat Management Unit is working with the Santa Monica Police Department to investigate this incident. To protect the integrity of the open and ongoing investigation, no further comment will be provided at this time.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 week ago

Tour news: Jesca Hoop, Shakira, Man Man, Daniel Caesar, Sturgill Simpson, Ellen Allien, more

Jesca Hoop has announced a tour in support of her upcoming album Long Wave Home. Dates are with Faun Fables and include NYC's Le Poisson Rouge on June 29.
NYC music
Film
fromVulture
6 days ago

The Mother Mary Trailer Rules

Anne Hathaway's upcoming film Mother Mary blends haunting themes with pop music, featuring original songs and a horror-infused narrative.
NYC music
frompitchfork.com
6 days ago

Shakira Announces Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran U.S. Arena Tour

Shakira will tour the U.S. this summer in support of her divorce album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, starting June 13 in California.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 week ago

Starting Line & Algernon Cadwallader members form FILM, announce debut album 'Permanence'

Permanence is the debut album by FILM, featuring demos recorded by Ken Vasoli, Joe Reinhart, and the late TJ DeBlois.
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Method Man turns his eyeball inside out: Eddie Otchere's best photograph

Photography began with a Praktica camera and a chance encounter with Wu-Tang Clan, leading to a memorable experience capturing their journey.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 week ago

Weezer share new single "Shine Again"

Weezer released their new single 'Shine Again' and announced a fall arena tour with The Shins and Silversun Pickups.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Horny on IVF, Robyn's Midlife Cringe Makes for New Dancefloor Classics.

The podcast discusses new shows and music, including Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat, Bait, and Robyn's album Sexistential.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Sluice: Companion

Justin Morris's album Companion reflects on personal experiences, including a robbery, through a blend of humor and contemplation.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 week ago

UK rappers Pete & Bas (Sindhu World) announce US North American tour

Pete & Bas, the British rap duo, will tour North America in late spring, including major US cities and Vancouver.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

'Messy' hitmaker Lola Young is back and recovering after addiction woes led to collapse on stage

Lola Young described her onstage collapse as a 'breaking point' that allowed her to focus on recovery, stating, 'What do you call that? Like, a breaking point which allowed me to then be able to be here today, allowed me to be better for my fans, better for the future, and better for myself.'
London music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Video: BTS Is Back, But at What Cost?

The new album, 'Arirang,' is way better than it needs to be, showcasing BTS's musical growth and willingness to take risks. The standout track, 'Normal,' taps into the stylings of late-career Rihanna and Mk.gee, blending rock influences with mainstream pop structures.
Music production
Music
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Wendy Eisenberg, The Soft Pink Truth Lead New Benefit Compilation

A new benefit compilation, Just Cause Vol. 2, supports the Immigrant Defense Project with contributions from various artists.
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