He doesn't exactly fit the typical mold of the hit US series *American Idol*. Married with two children, he has his own opinions—which he voices with plenty of humor—and, on top of that, he plays rock music! Yet none of that stopped him from becoming a finalist in 2006. His voice is somewhat reminiscent of Nickelback’s Chad Kroeger, though he possesses a certain special something all his own. His music leans toward the styles of Pearl Jam, Live, ...
Genre: Rock
Subgenre: Adult Alternative
Dive into this distinctive rock collection from Luke Haines, perfect for fans of his previous influential projects and aficionados of unique concept albums. The new solo album by Luke Haines (The Auteurs, Black Box Recorder, Baader Meinhof). Focusing on the magic and magicians of British children's TV of the 1960s and 70s. ...
Genre: Rock
Subgenre: Adult Alternative
CONFESSIONS II: Afterhours Edition
The AFTERHOURS edition includes six remixes from the album on virtual disc two, including two previously unreleased ones for Love Sensation by Austrian-born, Manchester-based DJ, producer, and remixer salute, known for their euphoric, high-energy blend of UK garage, French house, and ’80s synth-pop, and Floorplan, the father-daughter duo of Robert & Lyric Hood who have re- ...
Genre: Pop
Subgenre: Pop Rock
Multi-platinum-selling singer, producer and rapper Winston Surfshirt returns with his first new music in two years; the kaleidoscopic new single “Boots” is out now via Sweat It Out, following a premiere by Zane Lowe on Apple Music’s New Music Daily. Building on the sonic foundations laid in his critically acclaimed 2022 album, Panna Cotta, “Boots” is a dazzling ode to artistic evolution. Weaving together sparkling bass undertones and swirling ...
Genre: R&B
Subgenre: Hip Hop Soul
Narrow Stairs marked a bold shift in the band's sound — darker and more experimental. Featuring standout tracks like "I Will Possess Your Heart" and "Cath..." The atmosphere begins immediately with “Bixby Canyon Bridge,” featuring Gibbard’s voice, almost alone, crawling from silence and steadily inviting guitars, drums, and bass along for the build. Guitarist Chris Walla’s production here is in top form, a feat no doubt helped by his accomplished work producing past ...
Genre: Rock
Subgenre: Adult Alternative
Madonna’s new album Confessions ll is the continuation of her 2005 release Confessions On A Dance Floor — and a reunion with that album’s producer Stuart Price. Madonna sums up her new record best by quoting the first few lines of her song One Step Away: “People think that dance music is superficial, but they’ve got it all wrong. The dance floor is not just a place, it’s a threshold: A ritualistic space where movement replaces language.” (Music & Audio) ...
Genre: Pop
Subgenre: Pop Rock
"My Old Man" is the debut album by Bob Hughes, recorded with contributions from Ron Turner and Carmine ‘Chic’ Cinque, among others. The material combines elements of folk and singer-songwriter styles, with themes of relationships, personal experiences, and reflections on family and upbringing. ...
Genre: Songwriter
Subgenre: Contemporary Folk
Multi GRAMMY Award-nominated, critically acclaimed country iconoclast Charley Crockett releases today his latest album, "Clovis". Clovis marks Charley's fourth full-length album of original music within just a 16-month span and remarkably his 17th studio album since his 2015 debut, A Stolen Jewel. Co-produced by Charley and his creative kindred spirit, GRAMMY Award-winning producer Shooter Jennings, the bulk of the album was written and recorded with Charley's band ...
Genre: Country
Subgenre: Contemporary Country
Singer/songwriter John-Robert releases a collection of songs that skillfully blur the lines between acoustic folk and pop, Garden Snake features recent singles “Westward Bound” and “Sweet Child”. The album is out now and available via Nice Life. “It's a return to form inspired by my musical upbringing in Virginia,” John-Robert shares about the new EP. “This project feels the most like myself, and the songs feel lived in. While the writing process was me grieving ...
Genre: Songwriter
Subgenre: Contemporary
The Girl from Ipanema (Remastered)
The whole world knows at least one song she sang: the bossa nova song “The Girl from Ipanema.” In a 1963 recording featuring Astrud Gilberto’s vocals, the song and her voice became world-famous. Now Astrud Gilberto, the daughter of a Brazilian mother and a German immigrant, has died at the age of 83. ...
Genre: Latin
Subgenre: Bossa Nova
GRAMMY® Award-winning English rock titans MUSE are releasing their tenth studio album, "The WOW! Signal". The WOW! Signal marks MUSE’s first album since 2022’s acclaimed Will Of The People – which premiered at #1 on Billboard’s Top Rock Albums and Top Alternative Albums. Inviting us to dive headlong into the new album’s world, MUSE are sharing the massive opening salvo of a lead single, “Be With You,” alongside a scene-setting official music video starring Ella Balinska ...
Genre: Rock
Subgenre: Adult Alternative
Get ready to experience the vibrant evolution of Acker Bilk and His Paramount Jazz Band in "As Time Goes By," where a fresh lineup breathes new life into classic jazz. Recorded live at The Regent Centre, this album captures the spirit of change and reminds us that while the faces may shift, the music remains as captivating as ever.
Genre: Jazz
Subgenre: Contemporary Jazz
Multi-Platinum-selling and four-time 2026 ACM nominee Cody Johnson is set to release his new studio album, "Banks Of The Trinity", on June 26, 2026. “On this album, I wanted to tell the story about my childhood,” Cody said. “When I heard the song ‘Banks Of The Trinity’ for the first time, it was like this portrait showed in my head of memories that I had honestly forgotten. It just took me back home to Sebastopol, Texas, where I grew up on the Trinity River. ...
Genre: Country
Subgenre: Contemporary Country
Cécile McLorin Salvant’s With Every Breath I Take is due June 26, 2026, on Nonesuch Records. The album, Salvant’s first with orchestra, features The Netherlands’ Metropole Orkest conducted by Jules Buckley. Salvant and the ensemble perform timeless songs newly arranged by composer and bandleader Darcy James Argue. ...
Genre: Jazz
Subgenre: Jazz Blues
Atom Goes Funky (Polish Jazz, Vol. 91)
The album "Atom Goes Funky" is the 91st installment in the legendary Polish Jazz series. For the first time in the series’ history, its prestigious logo adorns an album recorded by a string quartet! The Atom String Quartet—a group that has been pushing the boundaries of classical instruments for years—is now challenging the very foundations of funk, proving that groove doesn’t need electricity to get people dancing. ...
Genre: Jazz
Subgenre: Contemporary Jazz
Grammy Award-winning Ryan Beatty releases his fourth studio album, "Sweet Fortune", preceded by its lead single, Secret Language. The album arrives on 26 June via Atlantic Records, building on the success of Ryan’s contributions to Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter album. “Sweet Fortune beautifully expands upon the sonic foundation of his past catalogue, delivering a genre-defying body of work that’s entirely timeless. Throughout the 2026 record, ...
Genre: Pop
Subgenre: Pop Rock
Gary Bartz and new London ensemble Your Brother‘s Keeper collaborate on Where Rivers Meet, a deeply intuitive new studio album capturing a rare meeting between generations of jazz musicians. Released on June 19, 2026 via Brownswood Recordings, as the label celebrates its 20th anniversary, the record brings together Bartz’s jazz lineage and a new collective emerging from ...
Genre: Jazz
Subgenre: Nu Jazz
The Story of Michael and Tanya
Acclaimed husband-and-wife duo The War And Treaty have announced their signing to Atlantic Outpost alongside details of their forthcoming new album The Story Of Michael And Tanya, set for release on 19th June. The two-time GRAMMY®-nominated pair launch this new chapter with the soaring lead single Don’t Say Goodbye, a deeply emotional introduction to what promises to be ...
Genre: Country
Subgenre: Contemporary Country
FOCUS 12, the brand new studio album from Focus. Founded by Thijs van Leer, Focus have been at the forefront of the progressive music movement since 1969, yet they still continue to deliver engaging, innovative and skillfully crafted music. Focus 12 exemplifies this and proves why they are still a firm fan favourite, the world over. ...
Genre: Rock
Subgenre: Modern Rock
Daniel Lanois releases "Belladonna Nocturne" – a new sonic exploration composed and performed by Lanois, featuring 14 tracks and guest appearances from longtime collaborators Emmylou Harris, Brian Blade, Daryl Johnson, and more. With Belladonna Nocturne, Lanois extends the dreamlike language of his acclaimed GRAMMY-nominated 2005 instrumental album, Belladonna, pushing into new ...
Genre: Electronic
Subgenre: Ambient
