SoundCloud just announced artists will now keep 100% of their distribution royalties — not just on SoundCloud, but on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music and more. A long overdue win for independent creators everywhere.
Slow Horses Season 5 delivers a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it tribute to Heath Ledger’s legendary Joker performance — courtesy of Gary Oldman, the man who once shared the screen (and cinematic universe) with him.
De La Soul is back with Cabin in the Sky — an album that lives in the space between heartbreak and uplift. The record honors the late Trugoy while delivering the layered lyricism and soulful craftsmanship only De La could pull off.
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Morrissey cancels Mexico tour dates due to “extreme exhaustion.” We wish him a speedy recovery — but maybe it’s time for a Smiths reunion instead of another solo burnout
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Shakira and The Weeknd are turning up the volume on global change, joining FIFA’s Global Citizen Education Board alongside Serena Williams, Ivanka Trump, and other power players. They’re aiming to raise $100 million for global education — because who better to inspire the next generation than the artists who already own the charts (and our hearts)?
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau have gone public in Paris — proving that love is blind, fame is contagious, and apparently political careers can survive anything except good taste in music.
Kevin Parker finally ended his five-year disappearing act, dropping Deadbeat — a technicolor blend of vintage rave energy and signature Tame Impala brilliance. The track “Loser” stars Stranger Things’ Joe Keery (aka Steve Harrington with a better haircut), and yes, the vibes are immaculate.
Kylie Jenner jumped into the musical deep end with her debut on “Fourth Strike”, channeling her “King Kylie” alter ego. Whether it’s brilliant branding or just noise, we’ve got thoughts — and no, we didn’t listen with the volume up.
