Music

From Drake’s streaming records to Tiësto’s trance return and rising indie acts, new 2026 releases prioritize emotional storytelling and cross-genre sounds.

Frustrated by a lack of label support, Lizzo hits the streets to promote her upcoming album. Analysis of how physical media and DIY marketing are returning.

Taylor Swift's 'Reputation' has rapidly become the best-selling album of 2017 with 3X Platinum certification, highlighting traditional success amidst artists like Lizzo and Also Eden navigating evolving digital music landscapes.

Q1 2026 saw major music companies like Spotify, UMG, and HYBE report strong earnings, yet investor reactions varied. Live Nation and Sphere Entertainment soared while iHeartMedia faced advertising challenges.

Q1 2026 earnings reveal a complex music industry landscape, with Spotify and UMG facing investor skepticism despite beating metrics, while HYBE, Live Nation, and Sony Music soar on artist-driven success and strategic growth initiatives.

Los Angeles duo Sace6 redefines "controlled chaos" on their debut album "Brutalist" via Sumerian Records, blending experimental pop with post-hardcore aesthetics.

Believe and TuneCore artists gain access to Google's AI music creation platform, Flow Music, a move to democratize creativity, amidst industry debates on AI training data and copyright.

From Kendrick Lamar's R&B ballad to Post Malone's country pivot, 2024-2025 saw unprecedented cross-genre collaborations achieving massive commercial and critical success, challenging traditional music industry norms.

Universal Music Group's sale of Spotify shares, influenced by Taylor Swift's 2018 negotiation, will ensure non-recoupable payouts for thousands of artists, setting a new industry precedent.

Country music veteran Skip Ewing, now a Wyoming resident, releases his new single 'Me, God, And A Fishing Pole,' deeply embodying the state's outdoor lifestyle and personal reflection.

Lil Tjay discusses his new independent album, "They Just Ain't You," reflecting on his recent arrest, the Offset drama, and Justin Bieber's unexpected musical inspiration, signaling a career shift.

Navigate the demanding modern music industry by adopting sustainable release strategies that prioritize creative health and longevity over algorithmic chasing.

The upcoming EG Kight Trio performance in Chattanooga sparks an intriguing debate, paralleling discussions around manufactured virality in indie music and digital marketing strategies.

Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, and Lainey Wilson lead nominations for the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, with Moroney scoring nine nods, marking a historic and empowering moment for female artists in country music.

HYBE Chairman Bang Si-Hyuk details the meticulous 18-month process behind BTS' record-breaking 'ARIRANG' album, their post-military service comeback, and the intentional shift in their musical identity.

Sonic Youth co-founder Kim Gordon, 72, releases her third solo album 'PLAY ME,' venturing into industrial trap and rap to critique technology and streaming culture.

Jonathan Azu, founder of Culture Collective and manager for Grammy-winning artists Leon Thomas and Jon Batiste, redefines the modern artist manager as an intimate partner, not just a facilitator, highlighting a shift in the music industry.

Legendary bluegrass singer and songwriter Ronnie Bowman, 64, has died following a motorcycle accident, leaving the music community in deep mourning.

Producer Labrinth's harsh criticism of the music industry and labels like Columbia and Euphoria has sparked a chorus of support from fellow artists, highlighting widespread disillusionment with transactional relationships and creative compromise.

Derry musician Shannon Delores O'Neill, known as Sister Ghost, has announced her new EP "Oracle," featuring the single "Embers," and a trio of UK tour dates.

James Blake discusses his new album ‘Trying Times,’ the 'Sinners' soundtrack, and his bold transition to a fully independent, DIY artist, detailing his unique business model and reclaiming creative freedom.

Spanish artist Bad Gyal celebrates the release of her second studio album, Más Cara, focusing on crafting club-ready hits over conceptual "eras."

Washington's Zach Top secured a Grammy for Best Traditional Country Album at the 68th awards, a new category. UW Tacoma student Tam Cureaux weighs in on the significance for local artists.