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When Bartees Strange took the stage at The Paramount in L.A.’s historic Boyle Heights neighborhood on February 13th, he was quick to let the audience know exactly where he’s at. “I worked on this album for three-and-a-half years and it drove me a little insane,” he opens with, “It feels …
Smashing Pumpkins‘ Billy Corgan is among the many rock and metal legends that’ll perform at Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath‘s reunion show this summer, and in a new interview, he clarified exactly who he’ll play the show with. Black Sabbath and Osbourne are the two main acts on the bill, …
A$AP Rocky has been found not guilty on two counts of first-degree assault The Harlem rapper was charged with assault with a firearm in connection to the alleged November 2021 shooting of his former collaborator, A$AP Relli. The incident occurred in the Hollywood area during an argument between the two …
High Vis will embark on a tour of North America this spring, with support across the run from Militarie Gun. After the band wraps up its UK run behind last year’s Guided Tour this week, they’ll kick off the North American dates in Seattle, in April, and wrap up a …
Tool bassist Justin Chancellor has provided an update into the band’s famously-protracted album release schedule, revealing that the Los Angeles quartet will be hitting the studio following their upcoming tour of South America. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Speaking to Summa …
In the city of light, where centuries of culture and creativity converge, Dimash Qudaibergen orchestrated a masterful takeover, seamlessly blending his artistry with the storied worlds of haute couture and classical elegance. Over the course of a few transformative days, the Kazakh vocalist left an indelible mark on Paris, navigating …
Last May, Australian metalcore/post-hardcore troupe The Amity Affliction’s founding bassist/co-vocalist, Ahren Stringer, claimed that he was “booted” from their 2024 tour. Now, Stringer has officially responded to getting “kicked out” of the group (with the band also posting their own statement on the situation). The Amity Affliction and Stringer’s Statements …
After teasing new music for over a year, Tool’s Justin Chancellor has once again assured fans that a new album is on the way. Following their upcoming Latin American tour, he’s revealed that they will “dedicate the next three months” to organizing their ideas in the studio. The comment came …
Note: This article contains references to alleged sexual assault that some readers may find disturbing. Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter and Sean “Diddy” Combs are no longer facing a lawsuit from a woman who claimed that the rappers drugged and raped her, in 2000, when she was 13 years old. The woman, …
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Gente De Zona and …
Bon Iver radiate an uncharacteristic optimism and upbeat vibe on “Everything Is Peaceful Love,” the first single from the Justin Vernon-led project’s upcoming album, SABLE, fABLE, due April 11 from Jagjaguwar. The song is accompanied by a video directed by John Wilson of HBO’s How To With John Wilson fame. …
It doesn’t happen often, but there are some cases where different albums have had the same, or at least very similar, artwork on their covers. While some artists have artwork designed specifically for the front of their albums or simply use a photograph of themselves, others use illustrations and designs …
Death Cab for Cutie will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their 2005 album Plans with a run of seven shows in August 2025. The four shows will feature Death Cab for Cutie playing Plans in full, and take place in Chicago, New York, and the band’s hometown, Seattle. Death Cab previously embarked …
Less than a fortnight after a Chappell Roan Grammys speech sparked a conversation about mental healthcare in music, Universal Music Group (UMG) has partnered with the Music Health Alliance to launch the Music Industry Mental Health Fund. The major-label group and music nonprofit say the initiative will provide “comprehensive, high-quality …
Australian rock veterans INXS are taking a look back in time, celebrating 40 years of their international breakthrough record, Listen Like Thieves. Originally released in October 1985, Listen Like Thieves was the Sydney sextet’s fifth album, and their first to make a sizable impact on a global scale. Their second …
Canada’s greatest power trio was assembled slowly, one piece at a time. Toronto guitarist Alex Lifeson co-founded Rush as a teenager in 1968, and a few months later, invited a childhood friend, bassist/singer Geddy Lee, to replace the band’s original frontman. Rush’s permanent lineup was completed in 1974, when drummer …
Guns N’ Roses have made their way into the country world, as there’s a new country song about a GN’R T-shirt making the rounds on the radio. Canada’s Chris Godwin Band shared the song, which is literally titled “GN’R Tee,” last month. It’s since picked up traction on SiriusXM’s Top of the …
Singer-songwriter Gina Zollman is making a powerful comeback with her two latest singles, “Where I Begin” and “Heartstrings.” Released under Tribeca Records, these tracks are quickly gaining attention in the adult contemporary music scene. Hailing from Palm Springs, California, Gina has been passionate about music since the age of six, performing throughout her school years. She later pursued …
Here’s some good news for music fans and cinephiles alike: the Timothée Chalamet-led Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown will be available for digital purchase on February 25th, with the physical release following on April 1st. Get Bob Dylan Tickets Here Pre-orders for the digital release of A Complete Unknown are …
David Johansen, the singer in influential 1970s proto-punk band New York Dolls and who also goes by the pseudonym Buster Poindexter, has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. His daughter, Leah Hennessey, launched a Sweet Relief fundraiser to help cover the costs of his treatment and care. In the post, …
Beyoncé expanded her 2025 Cowboy Carter tour on Monday morning (Feb. 10). The Cowboy Carter & the Rodeo Chitlin’ Circuit Tour in support of Queen Bey’s Grammy-winning Cowboy Carter album initially just announced the handful of cities she’ll be visiting, which include Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, London, Paris, Houston, …
In the wake of the LA fires, Grammy week hit a different tone this year. With many events and parties cancelling, MusiCares thankfully went ahead with its star-studded tribute to the Grateful Dead, in turn raising millions for Angelenos affected by the tragedy. With three live stages in rotation, performers …
Back in January, Loudwire reported on American thrash metal band Exodus parting ways with longtime singer Steve “Zetro” Souza (and replacing him with former singer Rob Dukes). Recently, Souza has come forward to clarify that he “did not leave,” but instead was “let go.” Souza’s Explanation Souza’s statements came in …
Christy Carlson Romano was shot in the eye at a clay pigeons range while celebrating her husband’s birthday on Friday. In an Instagram post, the 40-year-old actress, known for her roles in the Disney Channel series Even Stevens and Kim Possible, said she was “hit in 5 places, one was …
Alabama Shakes—the trio of vocalist and guitarist Brittany Howard, guitarist Heath Fogg, and bassist Zac Cockrell—played a surprise reunion set in December, and, now, they have announced that they’re going on tour for the first time since 2017. The band will tour North America in the summer, with support from …
Wicked, Emilia Pérez and The Substance each won three awards at the 30th annual Critics Choice Awards, which were held at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Calif. on Friday (Feb. 7). But none of those films took the top prize, best picture, which went to Anora (which won no …
Eddie Vedder, Fiona Apple, Brandi Carlile, Mumford & Sons, Sharon Van Etten and the Lumineers are among the artists contributing covers to Heart of Gold: The Songs of Neil Young, the first volume of which will be released April 25 through Cinema Music Group and Killphonic Records. All proceeds will …
Record Store Day has just revealed the massive list of releases slated for this year’s event and we’ve singled out all of the rock and metal titles to make your life easier! From classic rock and prog to death metal and drone to grunge and alternative… and so much more, there’s …
Rihanna goes blue as Smurfette in the new trailer for the upcoming Smurfs movie, in which she not only debuts her new character, but also sings “Don’t Stop the Music” and “Heaven Is a Place on Earth.” After an introduction from Rihanna, the clip begins with a mash-up of the original Smurfs …
Moses Sumney has released a new version of his Sophcore song “Hey Girl.” The new song, called “Hey Girl(s),” features Syd (of the Internet) and Meshell Ndegeocello. Check out the new single below. In a statement, Ndegeocello said, “I was excited when Moses thought of me for this song because …
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