RAYE Apologizes for Vinyl Release of Album with Unfinalized Mix
The South London singer’s vinyl edition of her new album features early mixes, prompting a heartfelt apology to fans. When an artist you admire drops a new album, grabbing a vinyl... more »
Courtney Love Reveals the True Inspiration Behind a Key Lyric in Nirvana’s ‘Heart-Shaped Box’
Courtney Love uncovers the real muse behind a pivotal ‘Heart-Shaped Box’ lyric, sharing stories from the ’90s indie scene and her complex ties with iconic musicians. If you grew up in the... more »
Elbows Out Review: Pet Needs Swing at Capitalism (and Don’t Miss)
Elbows Out turns folk-punk into a sweaty argument with the modern world—catchy enough to sing, bleak enough to mean it. Some albums “explore themes.” Elbows Out doesn’t explore... more »
Jozzy’s Soundtrack 2 Get Her Back Is an Apology Tour With Receipts (Mostly)
Soundtrack 2 Get Her Back turns R&B confession into a messy, adult repair attempt—until it gets bored and chooses chaos. Some albums want your attention. This one wants your... more »
Internet Killed: Marlon Craft’s Neighborhood Eulogy (Too Online to Hug)
An Internet Killed listen that turns Hell’s Kitchen nostalgia into a self-own—and it mostly works. Marlon Craft doesn’t make The Internet Killed the Neighborhood to “comment on... more »
Robber Robber “Two Wheels Move the Soul” Review: Panic, Grooves, No Seatbelt
Move the Soul turns displacement into jittery indie rock that refuses to settle—catchy enough to lure you in, weird enough to keep you tense. Some albums sound like an artist... more »
Slave Machine Review: Nervosa’s “Bigger Choruses” Era (Yes, Really)
Slave Machine by Nervosa delivers thrash and death metal with a confident new vocal approach and bigger, more impactful choruses without losing its aggressive edge. Nervosa has spent... more »
STBC Shifa Review: Healing Rap That Smells Like Subway Chai
STBC Shifa isn’t “self-care rap.” It’s broke, busy healing—building houses, feeding extra mouths, and turning nerd lore into community plans. Most albums about healing want candles and... more »
Tom Misch on Overcoming Burnout and Returning with ‘Full Circle’: “If I’m Not Enjoying It Then There’s No Point”
Tom Misch opens up about his journey through burnout, recovery, and his fresh approach to music with ‘Full Circle’. If you've followed the vibrant soundscape of the 2010s UK music... more »
Wu Lyf Drop “Simple, Sweet Love Song” ‘The Fool’ and Troll Spotify with Homer Simpson Remix
Wu Lyf brings heartfelt vibes with their new single ‘The Fool’ and playfully mocks Spotify by unleashing a Homer Simpson AI version. --- If you’ve been waiting eagerly for Wu Lyf’s... more »
Now Hear This: April 2026 New Music Highlights
Explore fresh sounds and emerging artists shaping today's vibrant music scene with our April 2026 picks. Every month, our Now Hear This column shines a spotlight on fresh tunes discovered... more »
Billy Corgan and Courtney Love Reunite for Candid Chat on ‘90s Gatekeepers and Indie Drama
Billy Corgan and Courtney Love open up about their past, the indie music scene’s harsh gatekeepers, and their complicated ties in this revealing interview. What happens when two iconic... more »
Fleetwood Mac’s Lindsey Buckingham Attacked in Santa Monica, Police Report
Lindsey Buckingham was reportedly attacked by a woman in Santa Monica, though he escaped without injury, police say. It’s not every day you hear about rock legends caught up in real-life... more »
Masters of the Artistry Review: Bop Alloy’s “Reliable” Flex Is Weirdly Bold
Bop Alloy’s Masters of the Artistry is grown-rapper hip-hop that refuses to surprise you—and that stubborn calm is kind of the point. Here’s the setup you can hear in the seams: Bop... more »
Sonos Play Review: Sound Quality Isn't the Only Magic Behind This Portable Speaker
Explore how Sonos Play blends smart design and versatility, creating a seamless music experience beyond just sound quality. Every home has that one gadget we once loved dearly — a fancy... more »
Biodegradable Noise-Cancelling Mycelium Earplugs Tackle Plastic Waste Crisis
Innovative mycelium earplugs offer a sustainable solution to decades of plastic pollution with natural noise-cancelling power. For over fifty years, the classic foam earplug has been our... more »
How Samsung’s Hearapy App Rescues Your Vestibular System Anywhere
Struggling with motion sickness? Samsung’s Hearapy app offers a digital fix for your vestibular troubles on the go. Ever wonder why some people get queasy riding in the backseat while others... more »
Sony’s Bravia Theatre Bars: Sound Systems That Rattle Even Grandma’s China
Experience immersive Dolby Atmos sound with Sony’s bold new Bravia Theatre Bars for stunning home audio performance. Have you ever heard a sound that made you glance around your empty room,... more »