Browsing: Artist Spotlights

Rising shoegaze artist Wisp, born Natalie R. Lu, has officially announced her debut studio album, If Not Winter, set for release on August 1, 2025, through Music Soup and Interscope Records. The album signifies a pivotal moment in Wisp’s musical evolution, blending her shoegaze roots with pop and electronic influences to create a cohesive and

On June 20, 2025, New York-based indie rock band Hotline TNT released their third studio album, Raspberry Moon, marking a significant shift in their musical journey. Departing from the lo-fi shoegaze aesthetic of their earlier works, the album embraces a more polished blend of power pop and alternative rock. This release is particularly notable as

On June 28, 2025, Gary Numan, a pioneer of synth-pop and industrial rock, made his long-awaited debut at the Glastonbury Festival, performing on the Park Stage. This appearance marked a significant milestone in his nearly five-decade career, coinciding with the 45th anniversaries of his seminal albums “Replicas” and “The Pleasure Principle.” Numan’s hour-long set commenced

Synth-pop icon Gary Numan delivered a captivating debut performance at the Glastonbury Festival on June 28, 2025, thrilling audiences on the Park Stage with a set that spanned generations and musical eras. Celebrating 45 years since the release of his landmark albums Replicas and The Pleasure Principle, Numan proved that his influence on electronic and

In a heartfelt revelation, Grammy-winning artist Lizzo has opened up about her profound connection to music and its pivotal role in navigating her mental health challenges. Her latest mixtape, My Face Hurts From Smiling, released on June 27, 2025, stands as a testament to her journey through depression and her unwavering commitment to authenticity in

Composer and sound artist Heather Stebbins is redefining the boundaries of experimental music with her latest album, On Separation, released on May 30, 2025, through the independent label Outside Time. This six-track collection delves into themes of memory, nostalgia, and personal transformation, weaving together field recordings, cello, and modular synthesizers to create a deeply immersive

June 23, 2025 — After nearly two decades, The Lemonheads, fronted by Evan Dando, are set to release “Love Chant,” their first album of original material since 2006. Scheduled for release on October 24 via Fire Records, the album marks a significant comeback for the alternative rock band. The lead single, “In the Margin,” offers

At 84 years old, Ringo Starr proved age is just a number during his June 13 performance at New York’s Radio City Music Hall. Backed by his longtime ensemble, the All Starr Band, the iconic Beatles drummer brought energy, humor, and a deeply felt message of peace to a sold-out crowd. The show, delayed from its

In a deeply moving moment that blended personal grief with public connection, Grammy-winning bluegrass musician Billy Strings honored the passing of his mother, Debra Apostol, during his concert at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky, on June 20, 2025. Just hours after learning she had passed away peacefully in her sleep, Strings chose to continue with

Valerie June took to the stage at San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts on June 20 for a performance that left many attendees visibly moved. Opening with the hauntingly beautiful “Astral Plane,” her voice carried an emotional intensity that drew tears from the audience. One moment during the song prompted a quiet hush, followed by