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Blondshell’s Second Album, "Violins," Set for September Release, Title Track Now Available
Blondshell will release her new album, "Violins," on September 25th via Partisan Records. Fans can now stream the title track from the album, which is the artist's second full-length release.

Snoop Dogg Opens F&M Bank Amphitheater in Long Beach
Long Beach native Snoop Dogg and Friends headlined the grand opening of the $21.3 million, 11,000-capacity F&M Bank Amphitheater on June 6. This new venue is now the second-largest amphitheater in Los Angeles County, after the Hollywood Bow

Pennywise Announces NYC Show with H2O, Tickets on BrooklynVegan Presale
Following their Riot Fest performance, punk veterans Pennywise will tour this fall, including a stop in NYC with H2O. A BrooklynVegan presale is currently underway.

Sugar Releases New Single “Keep Looping”
Sugar has dropped a new song, “Keep Looping.” The band’s North American reunion tour kicks off August 11 in Denver.

Joy Division to Release "Eternal," First-Ever Live Recording Collection
Joy Division announces "Eternal," a collection of live concert recordings featuring 16 performances, some of which have never been heard before.

Review: "Jackass" Crew Delivers Classic Carnage in Fifth and Final Film
The "Jackass" crew, led by Liz Shannon Miller, unleashes plenty of new and classic carnage in what is being billed as their fifth and final movie, "Best and Last."

Smidley (Conor Murphy of Foxing) Announces New LP, Releases “Capstone” Featuring Lucy Dacus
Conor Murphy, also known as Smidley, reflects on a year of uncertainty and profound personal commitment as he unveils his new album, featuring the single “Capstone” with Lucy Dacus.

Morrissey Criticizes Johnny Marr Regarding New Smiths Documentary
Morrissey claims Johnny Marr "cannot do anything with his life but look back" and "the truth is always ignored" in a new statement about an upcoming Smiths documentary.

Nottingham’s Splendour Festival to Conclude After 18 Years
After 18 years, Nottingham’s Splendour Festival will host its final event this summer. Independent promoter DHP Family confirmed the upcoming edition at Wollaton Hall & Deer Park will be the 25,000-capacity festival's last.

Switzerland's Live Music Scene: Big Business Thrives Amidst Struggles for Smaller Shows
Switzerland, a small country with high spending power, sees its live music scene booming for major acts but struggling for smaller shows due to intense competition from various entertainment options. This annual focus explores the dynamics

Stefan Wyss on How Gadget Entertainment Group Stays Culturally Relevant for 30+ Years
Gadget, one of Switzerland’s longest-standing promoters, marked its 30th anniversary in 2024. In 2020, Gadget and WePromote, a promoter network behind many of Switzerland’s popular festivals, merged after years of successful collaboration.

Amphitheater Boom: New Venues Emerge Across the U.S.
The U.S. is experiencing a surge in amphitheater development, with over 30 new outdoor venues announced or under construction since 2023 by municipalities, developers, and entertainment companies.

Nicole Atkins, Hot Mulligan, John C Reilly, and More Announce New Tour Dates
Find the latest tour and show news from artists including Nicole Atkins, Hot Mulligan, John C Reilly (Mister Romantic), Frog / Woods, The Snuts, beabadoobee, The Killers’ Brandon Flowers, Geordie Greep, Russian Circles, Kamasi Washington, a

Sesame Street gives Chappell Roan, Taylor Swift, and Bruno Mars the “Weird Al” treatment
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Erykah Badu Reveals 2026 Fall North American Tour Dates
Erykah Badu has announced a North American tour set for Fall 2026, with support from The Alchemist, De La Soul, and Smino on various dates.

Brandon Flowers Announces First Solo Album in Over a Decade,
Brandon Flowers' new solo album, 'THRASHER,' is set to release on August 21,

Kirk Hammett: "Songwriting and Pop Music Is Crap" Right Now
Metallica's lead guitarist, Kirk Hammett, expresses his disappointment with the current state of songwriting and pop music.

Leonard Cohen Estate Denounces Unauthorized Use of "Hallelujah" at Trump Rally
The Leonard Cohen Estate has issued a statement condemning the unauthorized use of "Hallelujah" at a recent Trump rally, clarifying that they "do not support or approve of this or any similar usage."

New Music Friday: 17 Songs You Need to Hear Today
This week's new music releases include tracks from Sam Smith, Uh Huh Her, HAAi, Johanna Samuels, Navy Blue, Nicole Atkins, WILLOW, 156/Silence, Le Ren, Growing Pains, and Ian Sweet.

Línea Personal Embarks on Inaugural US Headlining Tour
Música mexicana quartet Línea Personal announces their first US headlining tour, featuring tracks from their sophomore album, "TODO Ø NADA."

Jai’Len Josey Announces Fall Tour for Debut Album ‘Serial Romantic’
Jai’Len Josey will support her debut album, "Serial Romantic," with a 9-date headlining tour this fall. Kicking off in Los Angeles on October 6, the tour includes stops in New York, Chicago, Toronto, and Washington, D.C.

Geordie Greep to Tour North America in Fall 2026
Geordie Greep will embark on a North American tour in Fall 2026, continuing to support his 2024 debut solo album, "The New Sound."

Sienna Spiro’s 2026-2027 "My House" World Tour Sells Out
Sienna Spiro's breakout year continues as her massive 2026-2027 “My House” world tour has completely sold out.

Taylor Frankie Paul's Bachelorette Season to Premiere Next Month After Domestic Violence Allegations
The new season of The Bachelorette, starring Taylor Frankie Paul, is set to premiere next month. The show was previously pulled in March due to domestic violence allegations against Paul.

Automatic Reveal Fall Tour Dates with Accessory and Donzii Amid Stones Throw Records Festival Performance
Automatic announces a fall tour with Accessory and Donzii. The band is also set to headline the opening night of Stones Throw Records’ 30th-anniversary festival in Los Angeles.

Don Omar Adds 2027 Dates to Sold-Out ‘The Last King World Tour’
Due to immense demand and sold-out 2023 dates, Don Omar is extending his "The Last King World Tour" into 2027, including major stops in Los Angeles, Seattle, Baltimore, and Austin.
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