Music
Reviews, artist profiles, and features on various music genres, artists, and the music industry.
Dogs see humans in limited colors, research suggests
In daylight, a dog’s visual sharpness is 50 percent less than a human’s, meaning your beloved pet sees you with roughly the clarity of a blurry photograph, according to The New Yorker in 2026.
Maren Morris explores genre-fluid music path
Maren Morris will headline the 2026 Capital Pride Concert in Washington, D.
Harry Styles' 'Dance No More' Video Explores Escaping Performance
In a Berlin club in 2025, Harry Styles found himself dancing with his hands in the air and eyes closed, feeling "so unbelievably free and like safe" according to justjared .
Amapiano and Afrobeats Achieve Global Success, Defying Expectations
Tyla's 'Water' has amassed over a billion Spotify streams, a testament to the explosive global demand for African music.
NMIXX Launches First World Tour, '<EPISODE 1: ZERO FRONTIER>'
With tickets for their Brooklyn performance starting at $116, K-Pop sensation NMIXX is launching an 11-city world tour in March 2026, just five months after their debut album 'Blue Valentine'.
La Doña's SF Music & Activism Earns Local Arts Grants
On March 12, 2020, San Francisco artist La Doña released her EP 'Algo Nuevo'.
La Rueda de Candombe moves to Plaza de España due to popularity
Every Monday night, up to 2,000 people gather in Montevideo's Plaza de España, not for a protest or a concert, but to spontaneously participate in a traditional candombe music circle.
Heineken smart bands match festivalgoers to music at Coachella
At Coachella 2026, Heineken debuted 'The Clinker,' a smart device designed to attach to beer cans and illuminate upon contact with another festival-goer, signaling music compatibility.
Asha Bhosle dies at 92, marking end of an era in Indian music
In 2011, Guinness World Records recognized Asha Bhosle as the most recorded artist in music history, with 11,000 songs to her credit, according to The Times of India.
The AI Shift: How Generated Artists Are Reshaping Country Music's Economy
AI-generated artists are rapidly gaining traction in country music, challenging the genre's bedrock of authenticity and reshaping its economy. This raises profound questions about the future of human creativity in a world of algorithmic music.
New Game 'People of Note' Blends Music with Turn-Based RPG Combat
Dive into 'People of Note,' a new musical turn-based RPG where pop singer Cadence forms a band and fights to save her world. Experience rhythm-based combat and explore diverse musical genres in this story-driven adventure.
The New Gatekeepers: Analyzing Shifting Music Consumption Trends
More than 100,000 new songs are uploaded to streaming platforms every day. This data point reveals the massive shift in music consumption, where fans and algorithms are the new gatekeepers.
Ne-Yo Releases New Country Song, Sparks Debate Over Authenticity
R&B star Ne-Yo has released a new country song, 'Up, Out, & Gone,' following his Grand Ole Opry debut, igniting a discussion about genre fluidity and artistic authenticity. Critics question the move as a marketing ploy, while a press release frames it as artistic evolution.
37th Annual Savannah Music Festival Underway With Diverse Lineup
The 37th annual Savannah Music Festival is in full swing, offering a diverse lineup of world-class musicians across various genres. With twenty-nine performances still to come, the two-week event continues to draw enthusiasts.
AI's Creative Revolution Reshaping the Music Industry
In November 2022, pianist David Dolan performed live with a semi-autonomous AI system, marking the first documented blend of human and generative AI in music.
Top 3 Global Music Revivals and Their Significance
In 2022, Gen Z's discovery of 80s synth-pop on TikTok led to a 400% increase in searches for artists like Kate Bush and Tears for Fears.
Emerging Music Genres Redefining Global Soundscapes in 2026
In 2023, 'Baza,' a single track from the Angolan Kuduro scene, captured more streams in Luanda than the top five global pop hits combined.
Iconic Album Covers and Their Shocking Stories
In 1966, The Beatles' 'Yesterday And Today' album cover, featuring the band as butchers surrounded by raw meat and dismembered doll parts, was swiftly pulled from shelves just days after its release,
Emerging Music Festivals in 2026 With Diverse Genres
At 'The Confluence' festival in 2026, attendees can seamlessly transition from a hyperpop mosh pit to an indigenous folk music circle, reflecting a radical shift in live music curation.
Caribbean Music's Global Reach: A Double-Edged Sword
Reggae, a genre born of protest, sees its own artists become 'victims' of the very commercial systems that propel its global reach.
Top 12 Best Music Documentaries Defining Genre and Artists
In 2021, Questlove's 'Summer of Soul' won an Oscar and a Grammy, unearthing a forgotten festival.
6 Emerging Artists Challenging Music Conventions in 2026
In the last month, the music artist with the largest audience across YouTube platforms was not Bad Bunny or Taylor Swift, according to The New York Times .
5 Most Influential Music Festivals Shaping Global Culture
Around 2017, the Kardashian-Jenners shifted Coachella fashion towards a polished, designer aesthetic.
Top 9 House Songs Defining Summer Dance Floors
At a recent underground club night in Ibiza, the most electrifying moment wasn't a new tech-house banger, but a track built around a 1980s gospel choir sample, prompting collective, unexpected euphori
Top 7 Emerging UK Underground Rap Artists in 2026
One artist, barely known outside their London borough two years ago, now commands a monthly Spotify listenership rivaling established pop acts, all without a major label deal.
Top 8 Iconic 1950s Rock Artists Influencing Today's Music
More than two decades after his death, Johnny Cash's raw narratives of sin and redemption continue to define how Americans hear songs about fundamental human experiences.
6 Essential Music History Documentaries
The documentary 'Scarlatti: Man Out of Time' posits that Domenico Scarlatti, a Baroque composer, radically reshaped his musical language by incorporating the 'exotic sounds' of 18th-century Spain.
Top 10 New Music Discovery Platforms Beyond Streaming in 2026
In Oakland, California, indie musicians are organizing 'Death to Spotify' talks, actively discussing how to decentralize music discovery from capitalist economies, according to The Guardian .
Music Festival Style Essentials and Trends for 2026
Forget subtle accessories: in 2026, music festival attendees will embrace over-the-top jewellery, fringing, and neon touches, even as they pack their waterproof ponchos.
5 Music Festivals for Unique Cultural Experiences in 2026
On April 7, 2026, full subscriptions for the Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music become available, offering early access to a season featuring three world premieres and a co-commission celebrating