Fresh off the sold-out finale of Playboi Carti’s Antagonist tour, Platinum recording artist Ken Carson is back with a new release that fans have been waiting for. His latest single, “the acronym,”  features Opium labelmate and longtime collaborator Destroy Lonely, reuniting one of rap’s most influential duos. Produced by Akachi, Sonickaboom, and DJ Moon, the track delivers the dark, high-energy sound that has come to define the Opium movement. Ken first teased the record last

Detroit heavyweight 42 Dugg is ushering in his next era with the release of “It Is What It Is,” a highly anticipated new single featuring Lil Baby and Rylo Rodriguez. Arriving this Friday via CMG Records/4PF/Interscope Records, the track sets the tone for Dugg’s forthcoming mixtape, slated for release on January 23. “It Is What It Is” marks a powerful reunion between three of rap’s most dependable and distinctive voices. Over a moody, hard-edged production, Dugg leans back in

Dave is officially heading back to North America. In support of his newly released album The Boy Who Played the Harp , the chart-topping UK rapper has announced his first North American tour in nearly four years, bringing his celebrated catalog to fans across the U.S. and Canada. The upcoming run will see Dave perform in major cities including Los Angeles, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., Toronto, New York, and more. Known for his commanding live shows and emotionally incisive song

After tickets to every show on SIENNA SPIRO’s inaugural North American headline run sold out within seconds, the London-based singer-songwriter is answering overwhelming demand with newly added U.S. dates for The Visitor Tour . The expanded run now includes two highly anticipated performances at West Hollywood’s legendary Troubadour on March 3 and March 6, along with back-to-back nights at New York City’s Bowery Ballroom on March 17 and March 18. Between those marquee stops,

Empire of the Sun have announced Chrysalis , a new three-day destination music festival set to take place May 14–16, 2026 at The Sculpture Gardens at Puerto Los Cabos in San José del Cabo, Baja California. Created in partnership with 100x Hospitality, the inaugural edition will feature more than 25 artists across three stages, blending music, art, and immersive environments into a fully realized creative world. Designed as an extension of Empire of the Sun’s visionary univers

Rising Appalachian singer, songwriter, and guitarist Christian Hayes has released 26 , a new EP that captures a pivotal moment in his life and career. The six-track project blends rock, folk, and pop with Hayes’ talent for vivid storytelling, offering a collection of songs that reflect on the turbulence of youth and the clarity that follows. 26  is out now via Capitol Records. 26 A Year of Transition Becomes a Defining Body of Work Hayes wrote and recorded the EP while he was

GloRilla is kicking off a new chapter with a powerful one-two punch. The Grammy-nominated rapper has released two new singles, “MARCH” and “Special,” and paired the rollout with a striking music video for “MARCH,” directed by Troy Roscoe. A Tribute to HBCU Energy With “MARCH” “MARCH” finds GloRilla blending her unmistakable Memphis attitude with the bold, high-energy flair of HBCU marching band culture. The video leans fully into that world, offering a polished nod to the 200

Dublin’s rising dance star Jazzy is closing out a breakthrough year with a brand-new collaboration. She’s joined forces with producer Spriitzz (also known as Spray) for the infectious single “Can’t Deny It,” released via Polydor’s Chaos imprint. CAN’T DENY IT The track leans into the tension and thrill of irresistible desire, and it arrives at the end of a year that has pushed Jazzy even further into the global spotlight. Throughout 2025, she has continued to show her knack f

London singer/songwriter SIENNA SPIRO is officially bringing her breakout year to North America. The rising artist has announced “The Visitor Tour,”  her first-ever headlining run across the U.S. and Canada, kicking off March 5 in San Francisco and wrapping March 17 at New York’s Bowery Ballroom. Along the way, she’ll hit standout venues like Toronto’s The Great Hall and the Troubadour in West Hollywood. Presale tickets go live on December 4 at 9 a.m. local time, with general

Ella Mai is stepping confidently into a new era. The GRAMMY-winning singer and songwriter has officially announced her third studio album, Do You Still Love Me? , set for release on February 6. The project reunites her with longtime collaborator Mustard, who serves as executive producer and helps shape the chemistry that has defined some of her most celebrated work. DO YOU STILL LOVE ME? With the album artwork now unveiled, Ella is giving fans an early taste of what’s to come

Chicago rapper Munna Ikee is entering a pivotal moment in his career with the release of his new album, Hope In My Hood Vol. 1 . The project marks a major step forward for the rising O’Block artist, whose gift for melodic storytelling has quickly made him one of the most promising new voices from the South Side. The album features previously released tracks “Oh Brother” and “Save Me,” along with standout guest appearances from G Herbo on “Live From The Ghetto” and Hunxcho on

Guns N’ Roses are closing out the year with a major surprise: the rock legends have released two brand new singles, “Nothin’” and “Atlas,” marking their first new music since 2023. The tracks highlight two distinct sides of the band—“Atlas” brings the explosive, full-throttle energy GNR is known for, while “Nothin’” leans into a more reflective mood built around atmospheric keys and expressive guitar work. Both songs are out now via Interscope Records. In recent years, Guns N