Jethro Tull built a world where pastoral tales share a table with roaring riffs and a flute can outshout an electric guitar. The band’s songs feel like fireside stories told by a traveler who has seen both foggy moors and neon cities, then set to rhythms that buck and canter. Ian Anderson’s voice perches on […]
It has been a while since Latto officially released the full-length version of her T.I. tribute, “Chicken Grease,” on the deluxe edition of her third album, Sugar Honey Iced Tea. That didn’t stop her from finally releasing a music video for it to celebrate the album’s one year anniversary, complete with Latto showing off her […]
Restless artists have been around since music started to be performed, written down and recorded. It’s in artists’ nature to challenge themselves, and by turns, their audience with their work. Nobody wants to hear the same four chords rehashed over and over. But as the below list of 40 Artists Who Challenged Fans With Unconventional Records shows, […]
Cavetown has returned with vulnerable new single ‘Baby Spoon’. Marking a new chapter, it’s his first release via new label home Futures Music Group, a joint venture between Neon Gold and Avenue A Records. Inspired by his relationship with his partner, ‘Baby Spoon’ is a heartfelt meditation on vulnerability and self-acceptance. Speaking on his latest single, Robin has […]
The music of Bob Marley feels like sunrise shared by strangers. These songs skip across borders with the ease of birds over water, carrying stories of love, justice, and everyday courage. The Wailers lock into a pulse that is both invitation and insistence, while Marley’s voice folds warmth and resolve into every line. Across ballads […]
UPDATE (Aug. 8): YNW Melly‘s attorney, Raven Liberty, has released the following statement to XXL in response to Melly’s double-murder retrial being postponed until 2027. “We’re disappointed that today’s hearing was yet another win for the State of Florida, allowing more time to subject my client to inhumane treatment,” the statement reads. “Melly has spent […]
Bloodstock Open Air is pulling out all the stops for its massive 25th anniversary in 2026, and the first wave of band announcements proves this celebration is going to be unforgettable. Set to return to Catton Park, Derbyshire from August 6 through 9, 2026, the UK’s heaviest festival is packing its lineup with legends, fan […]
Chubby Checker will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Nov. 8, but the singer has made clear he won’t be in attendance. And interestingly, the Rock Hall is on board with that. At Checker’s July 27 concert in Des Plaines, Illinois, the organization presented him with his induction trophy early. Additionally, […]
In the wake of Ozzy Osbourne’s death, Howard Stern took a break from his scheduled summer vacation to return to his SiriusXM radio show on Wednesday (Aug. 6th) in order to pay tribute to the late Black Sabbath frontman. “Ozzy’s gone and I’m profoundly sad,” he said while “Mama, I’m Coming Home” played in the […]
The trumpet has long been a beacon of brilliance in the world of music, its bright notes cutting through the air with an unmistakable clarity and power. From the smoky jazz clubs of New Orleans to the grand orchestras of Europe, trumpet players have captivated audiences with their extraordinary talent and artistry. This article takes […]