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Bruno Mars’ ‘The Romantic’ Gets Lukewarm Critical Reception
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Bruno Mars’ ‘The Romantic’ Gets Lukewarm Critical Reception

Bruno Mars’ first album in a decade, ‘The Romantic’, is receiving largely negative reviews from critics. While reviewer…

Updated 25 days ago
Gorillaz Release ‘The Mountain’ Album and Announce Tour
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Gorillaz Release ‘The Mountain’ Album and Announce Tour

Gorillaz have released their ninth studio album ‘The Mountain,’ which showcases Damon Albarn transforming grief into an…

Updated 26 days ago
Harry Styles Teases New Album at BRIT Awards
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Harry Styles Teases New Album at BRIT Awards

Harry Styles made a highly anticipated return to the stage at the 2026 BRIT Awards, performing his new single ‘Aperture…

Updated 29 days ago
RAYE Debuts New Song at 2026 BRIT Awards
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RAYE Debuts New Song at 2026 BRIT Awards

British singer-songwriter RAYE performed at the 2026 BRIT Awards in Manchester, delivering both her track ‘Where Is My …

Updated 29 days ago

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RAYE joins stacked line-up of performers at BRIT Awards 2026
NME

RAYE joins stacked line-up of performers at BRIT Awards 2026

RAYE has been announced as a performer at the upcoming 2026 BRIT Awards, joining an already stacked…

www.nme.com · Feb 26, 2026
electronic
“They Tried to Bury Me” — Wadena Drops ‘Bum Busta’ With Grammy Winner Zaytoven After Decade-Long Industry Feud, Brain Injury Recovery & Father’s Death
IndiePulse Music

“They Tried to Bury Me” — Wadena Drops ‘Bum Busta’ With Grammy Winner Zaytoven After Decade-Long Industry Feud, Brain Injury Recovery & Father’s Death

R&B singer Wadena releases ‘Bum Busta’ in collaboration with Grammy-winning producer Zaytoven, …

indiepulsemusic.com · Feb 25, 2026
r&b
Xav Trudeau Has Been Getting Music Guidance from Katy Perry and Drake │ Exclaim!
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Xav Trudeau Has Been Getting Music Guidance from Katy Perry and Drake │ Exclaim!

Xav Trudeau, son of a celebrity, has been receiving music advice and mentorship from Katy Perry (hi…

exclaim.ca · Feb 25, 2026
r&b
Deluxe Albums Aren't Fun Anymore │ Exclaim!
Exclaim!

Deluxe Albums Aren't Fun Anymore │ Exclaim!

The article criticizes how deluxe album releases have become a cynical strategy for gaming streamin…

exclaim.ca · Feb 25, 2026
hip hop
Gorillaz: The Mountain review - substantial and satisfying while emotionally resonant
The Line of Best Fit

Gorillaz: The Mountain review - substantial and satisfying while emotionally resonant

Gorillaz's new album The Mountain is being praised as their most substantial and satisfying release…

www.thelineofbestfit.com · Feb 25, 2026
alternative
The myth and magic of Max B’s Harlem
The FADER

The myth and magic of Max B’s Harlem

Critic Shamira Ibrahim explores how Harlem rapper Max B's music captures and connects the past, pre…

www.thefader.com · Feb 25, 2026
hip hop
fakemink says ‘Terrified’ will be out this spring
The FADER

fakemink says ‘Terrified’ will be out this spring

British rapper fakemink has announced his self-produced sophomore album Terrified, set for release …

www.thefader.com · Feb 25, 2026
hip hop
Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, INXS, Phil Collins, Joy Division/New Order, The Black Crowes Amongst 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - Glide Magazine
Glide Magazine

Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, INXS, Phil Collins, Joy Division/New Order, The Black Crowes Amongst 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - Glide Magazine

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 class of nominees, featuring a diverse line…

glidemagazine.com · Feb 25, 2026
metal
Angelo De Augustine Announces New Album Following Miraculous Recovery - Indie is not a genre
Indie is Not a Genre News

Angelo De Augustine Announces New Album Following Miraculous Recovery - Indie is not a genre

Angelo De Augustine has announced a new album and will embark on his first U.S. tour since 2019, be…

www.indieisnotagenre.com · Feb 25, 2026
hip hop
Jeff Buckley, Wu-Tang, & Lauryn Hill Among First-Time Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Nominees
Stereogum

Jeff Buckley, Wu-Tang, & Lauryn Hill Among First-Time Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Nominees

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 nominees, featuring 17 acts with 10 first-t…

stereogum.com · Feb 25, 2026
folk
Keith Robinson chante l’amour au-delà des mots avec “Different Languages”
Iggy Magazine

Keith Robinson chante l’amour au-delà des mots avec “Different Languages”

Keith D. Robinson returns to the contemporary R&B scene with ‘Different Languages,’ a delicate …

www.iggymagazine.com · Feb 25, 2026
r&b
FUSEO, JON KLAASEN | singolo | DISTOPIC.IT
DISTOPIC.IT

FUSEO, JON KLAASEN | singolo | DISTOPIC.IT

FUSEO and JON KLAASEN release “What Are We Waiting For,” a single that blends rock, R&B, and bl…

www.distopic.it · Feb 24, 2026
r&b
22 New Songs Out Today
Brooklyn Vegan

22 New Songs Out Today

A roundup of 22 new song releases featuring diverse artists across multiple genres. The collection …

www.brooklynvegan.com · Feb 24, 2026
indie rock
REASON - The Fall (ft. Cozz)
Stereofox

REASON - The Fall (ft. Cozz)

REASON and Cozz collaborate on their new single ‘The Fall,’ delivering motivational lyrics over a s…

www.stereofox.com · Feb 24, 2026
soul
The xx, Geese, Lorde, Turnstile Lead Osheaga 2026 Lineup │ Exclaim!
Exclaim!

The xx, Geese, Lorde, Turnstile Lead Osheaga 2026 Lineup │ Exclaim!

Osheaga 2026 has announced its festival lineup featuring headliners The xx, Geese, Lorde, and Turns…

exclaim.ca · Feb 24, 2026
indie rock
The xx Announce First Show In Eight Years
Stereogum

The xx Announce First Show In Eight Years

The xx have announced their first concert in eight years, marking their return after working on a n…

stereogum.com · Feb 24, 2026
alternative
Heartlay ft. Ivan King Vilified [Video]
Zone Nights

Heartlay ft. Ivan King Vilified [Video]

Heartlay featuring Ivan King has released ‘Vilified’ with an official music video. The song is avai…

www.zonenights.com · Feb 24, 2026
hip hop
Watch IDLES’ Joe Talbot, Sparks, Black Thought and more join Gorillaz as they kick off 2026 ‘The Mountain’ tour
NME

Watch IDLES’ Joe Talbot, Sparks, Black Thought and more join Gorillaz as they kick off 2026 ‘The Mountain’ tour

Gorillaz launched their 2026 ‘The Mountain’ tour with special guest appearances from IDLES frontman…

www.nme.com · Feb 24, 2026
indie rock
Professor Banner dévoile « London Chick » : virage urbain et flow incisif au cœur de Londres
Iggy Magazine

Professor Banner dévoile « London Chick » : virage urbain et flow incisif au cœur de Londres

London rapper Professor Banner releases his new single ‘London Chick’, showcasing his ability to bl…

www.iggymagazine.com · Feb 24, 2026
hip hop
Misha - Aura Gold (ft. BeMyFiasco, Jussi Halme)
Stereofox

Misha - Aura Gold (ft. BeMyFiasco, Jussi Halme)

Misha and BeMyFiasco have released their collaborative EP titled Aura Gold, featuring Jussi Halme. …

www.stereofox.com · Feb 24, 2026
electronic
Melany Cubero y el viaje espiritual de su álbum “Invisible” - La Caverna
lacaverna.net

Melany Cubero y el viaje espiritual de su álbum “Invisible” - La Caverna

Costa Rican singer-songwriter Melany Cubero releases ‘Invisible’, a conceptual album that explores …

lacaverna.net · Feb 24, 2026
r&b
Listen: OKARO - “TURN UP” -- Obscure Sound
Obscure Sound

Listen: OKARO - “TURN UP” -- Obscure Sound

Swedish-Assyrian artist OKARO releases new single “TURN UP,” blending cyber R&B and nocturnal s…

www.obscuresound.com · Feb 23, 2026
r&b
Watch Baby Keem Get Scammed in “Birds & the Bees” Video
Pitchfork News

Watch Baby Keem Get Scammed in “Birds & the Bees” Video

The new clip also stars KATSEYE’s Lara Raj

pitchfork.com · Feb 23, 2026
hip hop
Lil Hawa is shaky and sprung on “Malfunction”
The FADER

Lil Hawa is shaky and sprung on “Malfunction”

Philadelphia rapper Lil Hawa releases a new single titled ‘Malfunction’ following her stint as an o…

www.thefader.com · Feb 23, 2026
hip hop