There are moments in history when artists see what politicians refuse to acknowledge and say what journalists are afraid to print. Solomon King is one of those artists. His powerful new video “Blood on the Streets” is not just a song — it is a warning shot fired directly at the heart of a nation
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Rising Latin pop artist Nico Rocks is preparing to release his highly anticipated new single “Llegaste Tú” on May 15 across all major streaming platforms, marking a powerful new chapter in his evolving musical journey. Blending emotion, melody, and heartfelt storytelling, “Llegaste Tú” introduces listeners to a more personal and mature side of Nico’s artistry while showcasing
Los Angeles, CA – April 2026 Today’s artists are forced to juggle multiple platforms just to function. One for distribution, another for sync licensing, and another for Content ID management. Fees stack up. Data is fragmented. And the people actually making the music are left managing a system that feels designed to slow them down.
Warning: Rituals of Shame [Relapse] June 26 Beth Orton: The Ground Above [Partisan] Book of Love: Book of Love (40th Anniversary Edition) [Rhino] Chanel Beads: Your Day Will Come [Jagjaguwar] Downtown Boys: Public Luxury [Sub Pop] Félicia Atkinson: Sans Visage [Viernulvier] Girl Trouble: As Is [K Records] Madeon: Victory [Mom+Pop] Muse: The Wow! Signal [Warner]
KeiyaA has announced a tour of the United States and Europe behind Hooke’s Law. In the “Thirsty” video that accompanies the news, the New York-via-Chicago singer, songwriter, and producer puts her talents in service of the song’s theme—helped along by a Gucci Mane interpolation—by dancing and drinking a lot of milk. Watch it go down
Alex Cameron:09-10 Philadelphia, PA – Johnny Brenda’s09-11 Brooklyn, NY – Baby’s All Right09-12 Washington, DC – Comet Ping Pong09-13 Durham, NC – Pinhook09-14 Richmond, VA – The Camel09-16 Brooklyn, NY – Baby’s All Right09-17 Kingston, NY – Tubby’s09-18 Somerville, MA – Warehouse XI09-19 Portland, ME – Space09-20 South Burlington, VT – Higher Ground09-21 Montreal, Quebec
YHWH Nailgun have signed to vaunted British label 4AD. The news comes on the heels of the experimental rock outfit’s set at C2C Festival NYC, where they played 11 minutes of new material from something called ‘Magazine’—ostensibly an as-yet unannounced album—and then promptly left the stage. 45 Pounds, YHWH Nailgun’s debut full-length, came out last
The Strokes have released another single from the forthcoming Reality Awaits, their first album in six years. “Falling Out of Love” follows last month’s “Going Shopping,” which was originally sent out to 100 lucky fans on cassette tape. That song’s prominent use of Auto-Tune also makes a return. The Strokes will give “Falling Out of
Eartheater has an extravagantly titled new album on the way: Heavenly Body: If I’m the Bottle You’re the Message. With the news comes a single, “Paradise Rains,” and dates for a string of shows in Los Angeles and New York. Scroll down to check those out, and definitely scroll down to see the characteristically striking
The French Riviera Film Festival (FRFF) has released its official trailer for the 2026 edition, as announced today by co-founder Nicole Goesseringer Muj and executive producer Kate Elfatah. Now in its eighth year, the festival will take place May 15–16, 2026, continuing its mission to celebrate outstanding short-form content from around the world. https://youtu.be/U_GDfumWmqc?si=vqz1X10CD470PHC5 “As we return
IamTanieka doesn’t just sing songs — she delivers survival stories wrapped in melody. Beneath the glamour, the visuals, and the rising spotlight is an artist whose journey has been shaped by resilience, reinvention, and an unshakable belief in herself. Every performance feels less like entertainment and more like testimony. What makes IamTanieka compelling is her
Ni Music Group proudly announces the continued rise of 11-year-old pop sensation Orly Bekiri, whose breakout single “Strawberry Girl” is rapidly becoming one of the most talked-about emerging records across national radio. Already gaining impressive traction on multiple respected industry charts, “Strawberry Girl” has captured the attention of radio programmers, music insiders, and listeners nationwide with its infectious pop energy, polished production,
Yung Lean has released his first songs since 2025’s Jonatan, as part of the soundtrack to a new short film starring the Swedish rapper and directed by Romain Gavras. The film, set in 2034, puts Lean back in primary school alongside a cohort of well-dressed, slightly less well-behaved young gentleman. Give it a watch below.
On The Late Show With Stephen Colbert last night, Michael Stipe returned to the studio to chat and perform an unreleased song called “The Rest of Ever.” The track is set to appear on his debut solo album, which, he revealed, is coming at the end of this year. Watch the performance and the pair’s
The livestream schedule for the 2026 edition of Stagecoach is here. Footage from the Indio, California, country festival kicks off today at 3:05 p.m. Pacific, streaming on Prime Video, the Amazon Music app, and Twitch. Find out when to catch headliners Post Malone, Lainey Wilson, and Cody Johnson, along with the rest of the country-ish
LCD Soundsystem have added more dates to their upcoming North American itinerary. After a brief four-show run in Boston that kicks off at the end of the month, James Murphy and co. will hit the road again in August. They will spend most of their time out west, visiting cities like Vancouver, Minneapolis, and Pasadena,
Vince Staples is back with his first new solo song in two years and it’s a dark one. Over a noise-rock beat, “Blackberry Marmalade” seems to be about modern anti-establishment views aligning with horseshoe theory, and includes the refrain “Promise me you won’t gun me down” along with references to Kanye West crashing out and
Note: This article contains references to sexual assault that readers may find disturbing In a new interview with The New York Times, five siblings who grew up with close ties to Michael Jackson have discussed their decision to sue the late singer’s estate for sexual assault. The Cascio siblings, who often described themselves as Jackson’s
Nedra Talley Ross, a founding member of the seminal girl group the Ronettes, has died. The group’s official social media accounts confirmed the news on Sunday, April 26. Ross was the final living original Ronette—her cousins and bandmates, sisters Estelle Bennett and Ronnie Spector, predeceased her in 2009 and 2022, respectively. Ross was 80. “It
The staff of Pitchfork listens to a lot of new music. A lot of it. On any given day our writers, editors, and contributors go through an imposing number of new releases, giving recommendations to each other and discovering new favorites along the way. Each Monday, with our Pitchfork Selects playlist, we’re sharing what our
Morrissey is touring the United States this fall in support of his new album Make-Up Is a Lie. After a previously announced European stint and a four-night residency in Las Vegas, you’ll be able to catch him at shows across the East Coast and Southern U.S. in September, October, and November. Just hope he doesn’t
Lizzo has shared details for her upcoming third album, Bitch. The 12-song LP is set to drop June 5 and will include her previously released disco romp “Don’t Make Me Love U.” The record’s title track is out May 1. Check out the full track list—which includes some very Lizzo song titles like “That GRRRL”
Lady Gaga and Doechii have followed up the release of their Devil Wears Prada 2 single “Runway” with a predictably extravagant music video directed by Parris Goebel, featuring bedazzled bondage suits, Gaga dressed as a teapot, and an enormous high-heeled shoe. You can watch the full thing below. Lady Gaga recently wrapped up her massive
Vince Staples has lined up a new album for June 5. Presented as the start of a more independent era, Cry Baby is Staples’ debut for Loma Vista and will be released in partnership with the rapper’s own label, Section Eight Arthouse. “As the world burns, I have decided to release this album,” he said
Ariana Grande has a new studio album on the way. Petal, the follow-up to Eternal Sunshine, is executive produced and co-written by Grande and Ilya, reuniting her with the “Problem”hitmaker. The album is due July 31 via Republic. Check out the cover art below. In a press release, Grande describes Petal as “something that is
Sleater-Kinney and Liz Phair are hitting the road for a co-headlining run, bringing a double dose of 1990s nostalgia to U.S. venues this September. Dubbed the Flannel and the Fury, the tour brings together the alt-rock giants for the first time, with dates in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, and other cities. Check out
DJ Shadow is commemorating the 30th anniversary of his landmark 1996 album, Endtroducing…, with a North American tour this fall. The run kicks off in San Diego on September 24 and weaves across the U.S. and Canada before wrapping up with two nights in Fort Worth, Texas. Check out the complete itinerary below. Action Adventure,
A 52-year-old man has pleaded guilty for his role in orchestrating the murder of Jam Master Jay. In 2023, prosecutors charged Bryant for conspiring in the killing after his DNA was found near the scene of the crime. He was accused of opening a locked door that allowed his co-conspirators to easily ambush and murder
Cornelius, the project of Japanese composer Keigo Oyamada, is launching a new phase. Off the back of a burst of TikTok virality, Oyamada has signed to Eat Your Own Ears and released a cover of a Japanese Balearic classic: Yosui Inoue’s 1990 song “Yumenemi” (or “Yume Ne Mi”). Check it out below. The new music
MIKE’s annual Young World festival is returning to Brooklyn’s Herbert Von King Park this summer, with Max B and MIKE himself set to headline. The free, all-ages event takes place on July 11 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Eastern, as part of New York’s SummerStage series. More acts will be announced in the coming weeks.
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