How events like CMA Fest help build a buzz for artists who are popular online and help them transition into mainstream stars.

An alternative rock band is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its biggest album by unearthing songs from the vault. 311 released “90s Throwback EP: Vol 1″ on Friday, the first of a two-part ...

Jimi Hendrix did not just leave behind mourning fans and his guitar when he tragically passed away at 27 years old. He left ...

Released in 1987 as the lead single to Floodland, 'This Corrosion' was stand as UK post-punks The Sisters of Mercy's most pivotal and transformative single.

Dubbed ‘Steppin’, Booty’s soulful new single was produced by Caleb Tasker (Rum Jungle, The Terrys), with lyrics that explore ...

Travis Roberts is emphasizing the “alt” in alt-country. On his debut album, Rebel Rose, coming Aug. 1 on New West Records, the Amarillo, Texas, songwriter channels the punk sounds of Jimmy Eat World, ...

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A TikTok-viral music video celebrating Myrtle Beach as a trashy paradise for divorced dads went viral on social media. Here’s what inspired the creators.

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In , Aesop Rock relies on personification in his lyrics, switching between outrageous boasts and mordant self-deprecation. On “Checkers,” he brags, “I’m all of Alexandria’s information in aggregate.” ...

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Every Friday, pop critics for The New York Times weigh in on the week’s most notable new tracks. Listen to the Playlist on Spotify here (or find our profile: nytimes) and at Apple Music here, and sign ...