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Slayyyter Self-Directs Video for New Single 'I Think He's Got a Girl'

Pop artist Slayyyter has released a self-directed music video for her new single 'I Think He's Got a Girl,' centered on confronting a cheating partner. The track will appear on her upcoming album Wor$t Man in America, due out December 4.

Slayyyter Self-Directs Video for New Single 'I Think He's Got a Girl'
09/10/2026 19:09 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Sheryl Crow Credits Olivia Rodrigo for Keeping Her Inspired

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sheryl Crow says Olivia Rodrigo's drive pushes her to keep going, citing the younger artist's commitment to grassroots work. Crow singled out Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields festival as proof of her dedication beyond chart success.

Sheryl Crow Credits Olivia Rodrigo for Keeping Her Inspired
09/10/2026 17:53 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Don Toliver and Malcolm Todd Compare Notes on Viral Fame and Staying Grounded

Rising artists Don Toliver and Malcolm Todd sit down to discuss their breakout years, linked by a key sample connecting their work. The pair dig into songwriting process, navigating fame, and keeping creative energy intact under pressure.

Don Toliver and Malcolm Todd Compare Notes on Viral Fame and Staying Grounded
09/10/2026 14:00 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Tinashe's Deep Cuts: The Essential Pre-Popstar Listening Guide

As Tinashe's fanbase surges following her new album Popstar, GQ highlights ten deep cuts that trace her artistic evolution before mainstream breakthrough. The feature underscores how her catalog built the foundation for her current moment.

Tinashe's Deep Cuts: The Essential Pre-Popstar Listening Guide
08/10/2026 17:18 Source: GQ ↗
Music

AI Music Tools Like Suno Are Reshaping How Viral Tracks Get Made

A new wave of artists is using AI music generators such as Suno to create tracks that break through online, treating the tech as a modern-day auto-tune rather than a gimmick. The trend raises real questions for the music industry about authorship, virality and what counts as an artist's work.

AI Music Tools Like Suno Are Reshaping How Viral Tracks Get Made
08/10/2026 10:47 Source: Dazed ↗
Music

Philly Singer-Songwriter Star Moles Earns Buzz for Vivid Everyday Storytelling

Rolling Stone spotlights Star Moles, a Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter whose distinct perspective on ordinary life is translating into standout songwriting. The profile frames the rising artist as one to watch for a fresh, observational voice in the current music landscape.

Philly Singer-Songwriter Star Moles Earns Buzz for Vivid Everyday Storytelling
07/10/2026 15:30 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Kiko Kostadinov Explores Light and Darkness in SS27 Paris Show

At Paris Fashion Week, Laura and Deanna Fanning presented Kiko Kostadinov's SS27 collection drawing inspiration from artist Nanda Vigo's work with light, time and space. The collection pushed the brand's design language into new conceptual territory.

Kiko Kostadinov Explores Light and Darkness in SS27 Paris Show
07/10/2026 12:24 Source: Dazed ↗
Music

DJ Mag Reveals Ranks 51-100 in Top 100 DJs 2026 Poll

DJ Mag has published the second half of its influential Top 100 DJs 2026 poll, spotlighting the artists just outside the top tier. The list offers a wider read on who's shaping the global dance music landscape heading into next year.

DJ Mag Reveals Ranks 51-100 in Top 100 DJs 2026 Poll
07/10/2026 04:00 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Music

Six Warp Records Artists Debut Orchestral Works at the Barbican

Loraine James, Puce Mary, Clarissa Connelly, Mabe Fratti, Kelman Duran and Mark William Lewis will premiere new orchestral compositions at London's Barbican. The works were developed during a residency in the remote location of Providenza.

Six Warp Records Artists Debut Orchestral Works at the Barbican
06/10/2026 17:03 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Music

Blues Artist Nat Myers Fights Stage IV Cancer, Vows to Return to Stage

Blues troubadour Nat Myers is navigating a stage IV cancer diagnosis and the healthcare system while pushing to get back on the road. He describes brushes with death as he works toward playing his next show.

Blues Artist Nat Myers Fights Stage IV Cancer, Vows to Return to Stage
06/10/2026 15:06 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Dolly Parton, Billie Eilish Among 80 Artists in New 'Underrated Albums' Book

A new book titled 'On the Records' gathers 80 artists, including Dolly Parton and Billie Eilish, discussing overlooked albums that shaped their own music. The project spotlights deep-cut influences behind major artists' sounds.

Dolly Parton, Billie Eilish Among 80 Artists in New 'Underrated Albums' Book
05/10/2026 15:45 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Mixmag Spotlights Rising Acts: Blackhaine, horsegiirL, DJ HEARTSTRING

Mixmag's weekly radar highlights fresh releases from Blackhaine, horsegiirL, and DJ HEARTSTRING. The roundup signals which emerging electronic and club-adjacent artists are gaining traction this week.

Mixmag Spotlights Rising Acts: Blackhaine, horsegiirL, DJ HEARTSTRING
04/10/2026 11:10 Source: Mixmag ↗
Brands

Damien Hirst Designs Cashmere Capsule With Scottish Knitwear House Barrie

Artist Damien Hirst has teamed up with cashmere label Barrie on a new clothing collection, calling the project an extension of his art practice. He also opened up about near-collaborations with Hussein Chalayan, Lee Alexander McQueen, and Virgil Abloh that never materialized.

Damien Hirst Designs Cashmere Capsule With Scottish Knitwear House Barrie
03/10/2026 20:24 Source: Vanity Fair ↗
Music

PinkPantheress Shifts Focus to Producing Pop's Next Wave

PinkPantheress is moving beyond her own pop stardom to establish herself as a producer shaping other artists' sounds. The shift signals a broader play for influence across the pop landscape, not just the charts.

PinkPantheress Shifts Focus to Producing Pop's Next Wave
03/10/2026 19:39 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
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Sara Landry Drops New Single 'Awakening'

Techno artist Sara Landry has released her latest single, 'Awakening,' described as mystical and fierce with high energy. The track adds to her growing catalog as one of the scene's in-demand producers.

Sara Landry Drops New Single 'Awakening'
02/10/2026 15:15 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Music

October 2026 Music Watch: Troye Sivan and Angèle Lead Anticipated Releases

Numéro rounds up the most anticipated albums and singles landing in October 2026, spotlighting Troye Sivan and Angèle among the artists to watch. The playlist highlights fresh releases shaping the month's music conversation.

October 2026 Music Watch: Troye Sivan and Angèle Lead Anticipated Releases
02/10/2026 11:00 Source: Numéro ↗
Music

Noah Kahan joins Hunger Games soundtrack with new single

Noah Kahan's 'Draw You Out' will feature on the soundtrack for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, blending heartache and hope in the artist's signature style. The track marks another high-profile film tie-in for the singer-songwriter.

Noah Kahan joins Hunger Games soundtrack with new single
02/10/2026 05:22 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Macklemore's 'Free Palestine' Tour Dates Sell Out Across Europe

Macklemore reports that all three stops of his 'Free Palestine' tour — Dublin, Paris, and London — sold out immediately. The rapper framed the shows as a form of artistic resistance tied to the tour's message.

Macklemore's 'Free Palestine' Tour Dates Sell Out Across Europe
01/10/2026 00:00 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

J Balvin Reteams With Jordan Brand for Air Jordan 4 'Amazonas'

Colombian artist J Balvin returns to Jordan Brand with a new collaborative sneaker, the Air Jordan 4 'Amazonas.' The release continues his run of high-profile footwear partnerships blending music and streetwear.

J Balvin Reteams With Jordan Brand for Air Jordan 4 'Amazonas'
30/09/2026 21:11 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Brands

Virginie Viard Opens Up on Life After Karl Lagerfeld at Chanel

In her new book, Un regard: Une vie chez Chanel, the house's former artistic director reflects on her relationship with Karl Lagerfeld and the weight of his legacy. She describes feeling reduced to an 'intermission' while trying to define her own chapter in Chanel's history.

Virginie Viard Opens Up on Life After Karl Lagerfeld at Chanel
30/09/2026 13:59 Source: Vanity Fair ↗
Music

Grammy Nominee Raye Talks Growth Beyond Breakout Hit

Grammy-nominated singer Raye, known for her hit single "Where Is My Husband!", opens up about her drive to keep evolving as an artist. The interview offers a look at where the buzzy vocalist is headed next in her career.

Grammy Nominee Raye Talks Growth Beyond Breakout Hit
30/09/2026 12:03 Source: TIME ↗
Music

New Albums From Tinashe, MNEK and Adéla Wrestle With Pop Stardom Itself

A wave of new pop releases from Tinashe, MNEK, and Adéla turns inward, exploring what it actually means to chase and hold pop stardom. The trend highlights artists using ambition itself as creative material on their latest bold records.

New Albums From Tinashe, MNEK and Adéla Wrestle With Pop Stardom Itself
29/09/2026 21:40 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Arkansas Songwriter Trey Pendley Delivers Raw Rural Portrait on New Album

Trey Pendley, a Toad Suck, Arkansas native whose songs have been cut by Luke Combs, releases new album Signs of Life. The record offers an unusually candid look at rural upbringing, marking Pendley's arrival as an artist in his own right.

Arkansas Songwriter Trey Pendley Delivers Raw Rural Portrait on New Album
29/09/2026 19:58 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

JMSN Sends Cease-and-Desist Over Unauthorized Use of 'Love Me' in Trump Ad

Singer-songwriter JMSN's legal team issued a cease-and-desist letter demanding the White House stop using his viral track 'Love Me' in a government-funded ad. The letter states the artist never authorized the song's use in the spot.

JMSN Sends Cease-and-Desist Over Unauthorized Use of 'Love Me' in Trump Ad
29/09/2026 19:15 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Margins United festival spotlights East Asia's next-gen music scene

Eastern Margins' Margins United festival brought together diverse communities to showcase a fresh wave of East Asian sonic talent, moving beyond the K-pop label. The event signals growing momentum for emerging artists redefining the region's sound.

Margins United festival spotlights East Asia's next-gen music scene
29/09/2026 12:37 Source: Dazed ↗
Music

John Mayer Books 2027 Return to the Sphere for Multi-Format Run

John Mayer is set to return to the Sphere in 2027 for a special residency featuring three distinct sets: a solo performance, a full-band show, and a set with his blues-rock trio. The announcement signals another major touring artist committing to the venue's immersive format.

John Mayer Books 2027 Return to the Sphere for Multi-Format Run
28/09/2026 17:00 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Sienna Spiro Wins Best New Artist at 2026 MTV VMAs

Sienna Spiro took home the Best New Artist trophy at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, delivering a brief, emotional acceptance speech. The win marks a major breakthrough moment for the rising artist's career.

Sienna Spiro Wins Best New Artist at 2026 MTV VMAs
28/09/2026 03:18 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

VMAs Honor George Michael With All-Star Medley Tribute

Raye, Sombr, Teddy Swims and Adam Lambert joined forces at the MTV VMAs to perform a medley celebrating George Michael's biggest hits. Rising U.K. artists Meek and Saint Harison also joined the tribute lineup.

VMAs Honor George Michael With All-Star Medley Tribute
28/09/2026 03:11 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
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Taylor Swift Wins First-Ever VMA Artist Director Honor

Taylor Swift accepted the inaugural Artist Director award at the VMAs, marking a new category recognizing artists behind the camera. She marked the occasion with the premiere of her music video 'Patient Zero.'

Taylor Swift Wins First-Ever VMA Artist Director Honor
28/09/2026 02:47 Source: Harper's Bazaar ↗
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Madonna Named Artist of the Year at 2026 VMAs

Madonna took home Artist of the Year at the 2026 VMAs, reflecting on a period of personal rediscovery over the past year and a half. She also won Best Dance, sharing the moment onstage with presenters Charli XCX and Troye Sivan.

Madonna Named Artist of the Year at 2026 VMAs
28/09/2026 02:34 Source: Rolling Stone ↗