Fans attending Sam Smith’s To Be Free: San Francisco  residency at the historic Castro Theatre were treated to a special surprise last night. The multi-Platinum, GRAMMY®, BRIT, Golden Globe, and Oscar-winning artist welcomed rising singer Sienna Spiro to the stage for an unforgettable duet during the intimate show. DIE ON THIS HILL The performance took place at the Castro Theatre — a landmark venue in the heart of San Francisco’s LGBTQ+ cultural district — which recently reop

Built around sweeping soundscapes and powerful dancefloor energy, SYNCHRONICITY  blends trance, melodic techno, and house into a deeply immersive listening experience. The album moves through emotional terrain — from quiet introspection to euphoric release — creating something that feels equally powerful in headphones or in a packed club. The concept behind the album draws inspiration from Carl Jung’s theory of “synchronicity,”  the idea that seemingly unrelated events can al

The mysterious duo TOMORA  — made up of AURORA and Tom Rowlands of The Chemical Brothers — just released their stunning new single “SOMEWHERE ELSE.”  The drop also came with a Zane Lowe Apple Music Premiere and an in-depth interview breaking down the origins of the project. And if this is your first time hearing the name TOMORA? That’s intentional. A Song That Feels Cosmic — and Physical “SOMEWHERE ELSE” might be one of the purest expressions of what this duo is building. The

Houston’s own Lebra Jolie is stepping into a new season — and she’s not asking for permission. Whole Thang Fresh off a steady run of momentum, Jolie just dropped her bold new single “Whole Thang”  via Interscope Records — and at the same time, officially announced her upcoming album Better Than Yesterday . If this rollout is any indication, she’s not just evolving… she’s leveling up. “Whole Thang” Is a Statement On “Whole Thang,” Jolie makes one thing crystal clear: she’s in

If you’ve been keeping an eye on country’s next wave, Baylee Lynn  is a name that keeps coming up — and her latest single, “You Didn’t Love Me,”  might be her most emotionally raw release yet. You Didn’t Love Me At just 18, the Tennessee native is stepping firmly into country’s long tradition of unrequited-love ballads — but she’s doing it with a perspective that feels deeply personal and refreshingly unfiltered. From Confident to Confessional Last month, Baylee delivered the

42 Dugg isn’t slowing down. Fresh off the release of his latest mixtape, the Detroit heavyweight is keeping the pressure on with the official video for “Thick One,” featuring fellow Motor City standout Skilla Baby. The track already carried serious weight — gritty production, sharp bars, and that unmistakable Detroit bounce — but the visual takes it up another notch. “Thick One” feels like a hometown link-up done right, spotlighting the chemistry between two of the city’s mos

This April, Hibell kicks off his highly anticipated debut North American run — a 24-date stretch that will bring his immersive live experience to cities across the U.S. and Canada. After selling out four consecutive nights in both Los Angeles and New York last fall, the momentum is clearly real — and it’s only getting bigger. The SYNCHRONICITY Tour Is More Than a Show The SYNCHRONICITY  tour isn’t just a DJ set. It’s designed as a fully immersive, cinematic experience. Hibell

Nine Inch Nails have officially launched the second North American leg of their Peel It Back Tour , and they did it in unmistakable fashion with a commanding opening night at New Orleans’ Smoothie King Center. Peel It Back Tour Led by Trent Reznor  and Atticus Ross , the touring lineup also features longtime collaborators Robin Finck (guitar) and Josh Freese (drums), alongside new bassist Stuart Brooks. Together, the group delivers one of the most ambitious and visually strik

After months of anticipation, Hanumankind  is officially making his long-awaited return to North America. The Kerala-born, Houston-raised rapper is hitting the road this month for his rescheduled headlining tour, bringing his high-voltage live show to major cities across the U.S. and Canada. Hanumankind The run launches on February 18 in Los Angeles  at the Fonda Theatre and winds through key markets including Washington, DC, New York, Atlanta, Vancouver, Seattle, and a near-

Fresh off the release of her most refined and self-assured body of work to date, Ari Lennox  is officially hitting the road. The GRAMMY-nominated R&B powerhouse has announced a massive 2026 North American tour in support of her critically acclaimed third studio album, Vacancy . Vacancy Tour Produced by Live Nation, the 31-city run kicks off Sunday, April 12  at Seattle’s WAMU Theater and stretches across the continent, with major stops in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Toronto, Brookl

St. Louis singer-songwriter Jordan Ward  is officially stepping into his next era. Today, he drops his highly anticipated sophomore album BACKWARD  via ARTium Recordings / Interscope Records — a project that flips reflection into momentum and proves Ward is only getting more confident, fluid, and fearless with every release. Executive produced by Lido, BACKWARD  finds Jordan linking up with a sharp lineup of collaborators including SAILORR, Smino, and TiaCorine. To celebrate

South London’s own LeoStayTrill  is wasting no time in 2026. The 18-year-old rap prodigy returns with “Active,”  a tightly wound, percussion-forward track that shows just how locked-in he is right now. Refined and restrained, the record lets Leo’s voice work like another instrument, snapping into the beat with precision and purpose. It’s a reminder that his instincts as a producer are just as sharp as his pen. Active The release lands fresh off the heels of “Blessing,”  his e

Rising alt-rock trio People I’ve Met  are back with their latest single, “For Hire,”  out today via Interscope Records . The track builds on the momentum of the band’s late-2025 debut while showing off a looser, more playful side of their sound. For Hire Fronted by vocalist and guitarist Moses Martin alongside drummer Orlando Wiltshire and bassist Andrew Suster, People I’ve Met first turned heads with their debut single “Promise,”  which earned praise from NME for its euphori

Detroit’s own 42 Dugg  is back with PART 3 , his new 10-track mixtape released today via CMG Records / 4PF / Interscope Records. The project marks another steady step forward for one of rap’s most consistent voices, blending Dugg’s unmistakable Detroit realism with high-profile collaborations and renewed momentum as he continues to expand his catalog. Part 3 The title PART 3  doubles as a riddle for fans. Is it the next chapter in Dugg’s 11241 Wayburn  series, or Young & Turn

If you’re always on the lookout for emerging artists who are carving their own lane, it’s time to get familiar with Pvvli  (pronounced Paulie ). Hailing from Virginia, the independent hip-hop artist and producer is quietly building momentum—and his latest release, “LIMOUSINES,”  makes a strong case for why his name should be on your radar. “LIMOUSINES” arrives as both a song and a visual, serving as a warm-up for Pvvli’s forthcoming album. Entirely self-produced, the record s

Rising country singer-songwriter Brandon Wisham  is opening his heart on his confessional new single, “Good Grief.”  The slow-burning power ballad marks one of the most vulnerable moments yet from the 23-year-old artist, offering a cathartic reflection on losing his father to COVID. Produced by Matt Geroux (Josh Ross, Just Jayne), “Good Grief” unfolds with aching guitar lines, bittersweet piano melodies, and gently swaying rhythms that frame Wisham’s assured, emotionally raw

Indie-rock and folk storyteller Truman Sinclair  is back with Rivers of Sugar and Blood , his first EP for Capitol Records  and the follow-up to his acclaimed 2025 debut album, American Recordings . Released today, the six-song project finds the 23-year-old artist digging deeper into the emotional terrain that has quickly become his signature. Written, produced, and recorded entirely by Sinclair—who also performs many of the instruments—the EP is an intimate portrait of menta

Sienna Spiro has officially unveiled the long-awaited music video for her breakout single “Die On This Hill,” and it’s every bit as devastating and powerful as fans hoped. Premiering today on Lyrical Lemonade, the stark black-and-white visual marks a milestone moment — it’s the first time founder Cole Bennett has directed a video for a female pop solo artist, and the first such release to live on Lyrical Lemonade’s tastemaking YouTube channel. The minimalist video strips away

Josiah Queen opens 2026 with a bold, soul-searching statement. His new single “demons,”  out now via Capitol Records/Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG), is a triumphant anthem about confronting fear, reclaiming joy, and refusing to let darkness have the final word. Anchored by a soaring chorus — “Fear ain’t gotta home here up inside my mind / Darkness has to leave up in this light”  — the track captures Queen at his most resolute and vulnerable. demons Co-written by Queen a

Sienna Spiro has officially arrived on the world stage. Her breakout ballad “Die On This Hill”  has surged into the Top 10 on Spotify’s Global Chart , placing her alongside RAYE  and Olivia Dean  as the only British artists currently occupying that tier. Notably, Spiro is the only one of the three yet to release a debut album—making the achievement even more striking. The momentum behind “Die On This Hill” is undeniable. The song has surpassed 173 million global streams , rea