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Ellie Goulding is set to electrify the World Cup quarterfinals with a halftime performance at England’s match against Norway in Miami, proving her unwavering support for the team with a jersey-clad social media blitz. This isn’t her first rodeo—she’s a longtime England fan who once fooled fans in 2018 by teasing new music… only to drop a “Three Lions” anthem. Meanwhile, Ed Sheeran’s camp visit and...

Shinedown bassist Eric Bass is stepping back from the band’s upcoming tour after a mental health crisis, opting for treatment including transcranial magnetic stimulation and therapy. He’s being replaced by Josh Sturm and Zack Mack for the initial dates, with no set return date yet — but hopes to be back soon. Openly advocating for mental health, Eric emphasized the importance of seeking help and u...

Steelheart’s Miljenko Matijevic unleashes his long-awaited, emotionally charged orchestral reimagining of “Without You,” a track he’s been refining for 30 years—now finally released as part of their “Steelheart 30” anniversary celebration. Backed by a 40-piece orchestra, this version marks his most vulnerable vocal performance ever, following a career that’s seen him conquer global charts, collabo...

Boosie Badazz drops a fiery new snippet aimed squarely at Jay-Z, referencing Rymir Satterthwaite’s long-running paternity claims — a case repeatedly dismissed in court but still fueling hip-hop chatter. While Boosie insists his bars are “real talk,” not a diss, the track reignites debates about Jay-Z’s legacy, especially in the South, where Boosie believes his influence is underappreciated. Satter...

Madison Square Garden’s secret database tracking thousands of attendees—celebrities included—is sparking outrage, with rappers like A Boogie and Freddie Gibbs flagged as “High Risk” and others like Lil Tjay outright banned. The system, which even notes sexual orientation and labels figures under “DO NOT HOST” or “LGBTQIA,” has left artists stunned and raised serious alarms about privacy and survei...

Country star Charley Crockett’s tour just got a shocker — he’s dropped Satanic doo-wop duo Twin Temple after their occult-themed branding clashed with his image, scrapping their slots in Oregon and California. The married pair, known for songs like “Lucifer, My Love,” were reportedly told “not today, Satan” by Crockett, who compared them to Black Sabbath — but apparently not his kind of Sabbath. T...

Huey Lewis, the legendary 80s rock icon, reveals he’s been essentially deaf for nearly nine years due to Ménière’s disease — a condition that’s robbed him of his music, his voice, and his connection to sound. Once powered through on one ear, he now relies on a cochlear implant and hearing aid, but even those can’t restore the rich, nuanced world of music — now sounding like a digital mess. He’s tr...

Future drops his long-awaited album The Real Me, and fans are already losing their minds. After a two-year wait since Mixtape Pluto, he delivers with that signature high-energy, melodic chaos — no softening in sight. While the lead single “Radio” hinted at introspection, the real magic is in tracks like “Konnichiwa,” which is already blowing up as the breakout hit. This is Future at his peak: fami...

Bad Bunny narrowly survives a major lawsuit after a Puerto Rico court tossed out claims tied to his hit “Pa Ti” — but the fight isn’t over, as allegations around “Dos Mil 16” still stand. His ex-girlfriend, who says she recorded “Bad Bunny, baby” during their 2011–2016 relationship, is still pushing for damages, alleging unauthorized use of her voice on songs and live performances. While the court...

Satanic doo-wop duo Twin Temple got axed from Charley Crockett’s tour over their devilish aesthetic — but instead of fading into obscurity, they’re getting a second wind. Crockett called them “more like Black Sabbath” and invoked Johnny Cash’s line about Jesus, while Twin Temple stood firm on artistic freedom and even threw in “Hail Satan.” Enter Jack White, who offered them an opening slot at his...

Bunnie’s divorce from Jelly Roll is behind her — and she’s not just moving on, she’s thriving. After taking down a viral YouTube video about the split, she opened up on her podcast about the emotional toll she’s quietly endured, including months of grief, days where she barely ate or drank — all while the world saw her having fun. She’s been mourning privately for a year, but now she’s embracing a...

SZA’s wild, alien-themed unfinished music video for “Scorsese Baby Daddy” is sparking major buzz — and she’s actually reconsidering finishing it after fans went wild for the clip. The track, from her 2024 SOS Deluxe album, hit Billboard 41, but the video’s trippy, retro-gym concept has been on hold since it started scaring even her. “It’s warping in the edit room,” she admitted — but fans’ overwhe...

Sam Fender and Olivia Dean just shattered U.K. chart history with “Rein Me In,” now at 16 weeks atop the charts — the longest run by any British artist ever. It eclipses Wet Wet Wet’s 1994 record and ties with Bryan Adams for second-longest in U.K. history. The track, originally from Fender’s People Watching album, took 35 weeks to first reach No. 1 — the slowest climb ever — before Dean’s remix r...

WerQfest is roaring back to St. Louis this Saturday for its seventh year, turning a humble Twitch stream into a powerhouse multi-stage festival celebrating Black and queer artistry. Headlined by RuPaul’s Drag Race star Onya Nurve, rapper Infinite Coles, and a surprise appearance from JT, the event continues its mission of spotlighting overlooked talent — with nearly 80% of this year’s lineup haili...

The Linda Lindas are back with their explosive new album Gotta Get Out, dropping August 28th on Reprise Records — their first release since signing with the label and their fastest follow-up yet after Growing Up and No Obligation. For the first time ever, the whole band wrote the record together in one room, giving it a tighter, bigger sound. The new single “Closer,” featuring Hayley Williams of P...

Satanic rock duo Twin Temple got booted from Charley Crockett’s tour for their imagery — but Jack White swooped in, offering them a prime opening slot at his Hollywood Palladium shows, complete with a cheeky “Get in front of me Satan!” nod to his Get Behind Me Satan album. Crockett called them “more like Black Sabbath,” but White embraced their boldness, turning a controversy into a rockstar redem...

Bunnie XO’s explosive divorce podcast episode—about her split from Jelly Roll, filed in May and breaking mid-June—was pulled just weeks later after backlash over how her honesty was twisted. Though she regrets the fallout and doesn’t want her pain to become a permanent headline, she stands by the episode’s value in helping her process. She’s moved on, focused on healing, and while she won’t revisi...

Motley Crue drops a legendary box set, “Crucial Crue 1981-1989,” featuring five platinum albums on picture discs plus a rare, hand-numbered edition of just 250 units. Packed with timeless anthems like “Home Sweet Home” and “Kickstart My Heart,” it’s a must-have for fans of classic rock. The band also kicks off a massive 33-city North American tour this summer, “The Return Of The Carnival Of Sins T...

When the world slowed down during the pandemic, this artist turned isolation into inspiration, crafting a raw, heartfelt anthem called “Unfinished Business.” Born from eighteen months of creative labor, the song reflects on life’s constant evolution, the ache of separation, and the enduring power of human connection. Inspired by the passing of John Prine, it pays tribute to his lyrical magic while...

The Rolling Stones drop their electrifying new album “Foreign Tongues,” a 14-track blast that channels their legendary sound while boldly stepping into fresh sonic and lyrical territory. Featuring the smoldering single “Jealous Lover” and the gritty opener “Rough and Twisted” (even released in a rare white label as The Cockroaches), the record was forged in under a month at Metropolis Studios with...

Megan Moroney dropped a jaw-dropping surprise at Barclays Center when she brought out Benson Boone to join her on stage for a duet of their smash hit “Beautiful Things”—a moment fans will never forget. Both artists, chart-toppers with their own viral hits, connected effortlessly as Benson, rocking Megan’s signature pink, soaked in the energy of the crowd. It was a sweet, genre-blurring moment that...

Alabama Shakes are back with their first album in 11 years, I Must Be Dreaming, dropping August 28 — a surprise reunion tour and new single “Another Life” paved the way. Led by Brittany Howard, Fogg, and Zac Cockrell, the band’s return feels electric, with the title hinting at both the surreal chaos and breathtaking beauty of the world. Tracks like “I Feel Hope Coming” and “Tea Time” promise uplif...

Marcellus Wiley is in legal freefall: a court has ordered him to pay Preferred Bank $550,000 after defaulting on a loan, while his wife, Annemarie, has filed for divorce and obtained a restraining order following his July arrest for domestic violence. The divorce papers detail years of alleged abuse, including rape and physical assault, and the restraining order bars him from contacting his wife o...

A new gritty series dives into the rise of the Westies, a brutal but brilliant crew from Hell’s Kitchen battling a 50-to-1 odds against the Italian Mafia during the Jacob Javits Convention Center build. Tensions within the crew threaten to explode, drawing the FBI into the mix. Meanwhile, Dropkick Murphys’ iconic “I’m Shipping Up To Boston” — famously featured in The Departed — gets a fresh, high-...

Math rock duo Angine de Poitrine, the anonymous Quebec-based masked legends, are blowing up with their new vinyl bundle featuring Vol. I and Vol. II—the first time their debut hits vinyl widely. Their viral KEXP session and critical acclaim for Vol. II, including a top track pick and a spot on best albums of April 2026, have propelled them into the spotlight. With heavy North American touring ahea...