Music
Reviews, artist profiles, and features on various music genres, artists, and the music industry.
Grammys add five new categories for 2027 music awards
In 2021, the Recording Academy received just 14 K-pop submissions, a stark contrast to the genre's undeniable global dominance.
James 'Blood' Ulmer, sonic trailblazer, dies at 86
James 'Blood' Ulmer played his final concert at the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival, retiring soon after due to deteriorating health, marking the quiet end of a revolutionary career that spanned decades.
When to euthanize a pet: hospice offers in-home support
Haunted by her cat Tango's prolonged suffering, Sherri Hannan vowed a different path for her dog, Julio.
Taylor Swift's Toy Story 5 Song Highlights Pop Dominance
In 2024, hip-hop vanished from the Billboard top 10 for two quarters.
Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music Launches at Monmouth University
Over 20 performers, including Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi, took the stage at Monmouth University for a two-night event.
North Park Music Fest Showcases Regional Talent and Diverse Sounds
While children under 12 enter the North Park Music Fest for free, adult tickets can jump from an initial $25 to $50 on event day.
US summer music festivals showcase diverse genres and local talent
In Duluth, Minnesota, the North Shore Jazz Summit unites legendary acts like The Count Basie Orchestra and Stan Kenton Legacy Orchestra on a single stage.
Jacksonville Celebrates Black Music Month 2026 Showcases
André Troutman, a Jacksonville native, recently earned his first two entries on the Billboard Hot 100 for his collaborations on Ye’s Bully.
Sueños Music Festival Celebrates Fifth Edition in Chicago
At the fifth annual Sueños Music Festival, thousands in Chicago's Grant Park didn't just dance to J Balvin and Fuerza Regida.
Dogs see humans in limited colors, research suggests
In daylight, a dog’s visual sharpness is 50 percent less than a human’s, meaning your beloved pet sees you with roughly the clarity of a blurry photograph, according to The New Yorker in 2026.
Maren Morris explores genre-fluid music path
Maren Morris will headline the 2026 Capital Pride Concert in Washington, D.
Harry Styles' 'Dance No More' Video Explores Escaping Performance
In a Berlin club in 2025, Harry Styles found himself dancing with his hands in the air and eyes closed, feeling "so unbelievably free and like safe" according to justjared .
Amapiano and Afrobeats Achieve Global Success, Defying Expectations
Tyla's 'Water' has amassed over a billion Spotify streams, a testament to the explosive global demand for African music.
NMIXX Launches First World Tour, '<EPISODE 1: ZERO FRONTIER>'
With tickets for their Brooklyn performance starting at $116, K-Pop sensation NMIXX is launching an 11-city world tour in March 2026, just five months after their debut album 'Blue Valentine'.
La Doña's SF Music & Activism Earns Local Arts Grants
On March 12, 2020, San Francisco artist La Doña released her EP 'Algo Nuevo'.
La Rueda de Candombe moves to Plaza de España due to popularity
Every Monday night, up to 2,000 people gather in Montevideo's Plaza de España, not for a protest or a concert, but to spontaneously participate in a traditional candombe music circle.
Heineken smart bands match festivalgoers to music at Coachella
At Coachella 2026, Heineken debuted 'The Clinker,' a smart device designed to attach to beer cans and illuminate upon contact with another festival-goer, signaling music compatibility.
Asha Bhosle dies at 92, marking end of an era in Indian music
In 2011, Guinness World Records recognized Asha Bhosle as the most recorded artist in music history, with 11,000 songs to her credit, according to The Times of India.
The AI Shift: How Generated Artists Are Reshaping Country Music's Economy
AI-generated artists are rapidly gaining traction in country music, challenging the genre's bedrock of authenticity and reshaping its economy. This raises profound questions about the future of human creativity in a world of algorithmic music.
New Game 'People of Note' Blends Music with Turn-Based RPG Combat
Dive into 'People of Note,' a new musical turn-based RPG where pop singer Cadence forms a band and fights to save her world. Experience rhythm-based combat and explore diverse musical genres in this story-driven adventure.
The New Gatekeepers: Analyzing Shifting Music Consumption Trends
More than 100,000 new songs are uploaded to streaming platforms every day. This data point reveals the massive shift in music consumption, where fans and algorithms are the new gatekeepers.
Ne-Yo Releases New Country Song, Sparks Debate Over Authenticity
R&B star Ne-Yo has released a new country song, 'Up, Out, & Gone,' following his Grand Ole Opry debut, igniting a discussion about genre fluidity and artistic authenticity. Critics question the move as a marketing ploy, while a press release frames it as artistic evolution.
37th Annual Savannah Music Festival Underway With Diverse Lineup
The 37th annual Savannah Music Festival is in full swing, offering a diverse lineup of world-class musicians across various genres. With twenty-nine performances still to come, the two-week event continues to draw enthusiasts.
Exploring Music Genres Fused With Cultural Influences
In 1969, Miles Davis plugged his trumpet into effects pedals like a rock guitarist for 'Bitches Brew,' a daring move that infuriated many jazz traditionalists, according to BBC .
How Do Music Curation Algorithms Work vs. Human Tastemakers?
In 2014, the funk band Vulfpeck earned approximately $20,000 from Spotify by releasing an album of silent tracks, 'Sleepify,' exposing a loophole in the platform's royalty calculation.
How Does Cultural Exchange Shape Music Genre Evolution?
As I reflect on the ever-shifting soundscape, I find myself drawn to the intricate tapestries woven by artists across generations.
Country Music's Black Origins: A Long Overdue Reckoning
In February, Beyoncé became the first Black woman to top Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart with her single "TEXAS HOLD 'EM," a milestone forcing a long-overdue reckoning with country music’s true or
Clive Davis's 94-year legacy shaped music and influenced future stars
At 94, Clive Davis, the legendary music executive who launched the careers of Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, and Alicia Keys, has died, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy of shaping popular mu
Andy Burnham uses music to shape his political identity
In 2018, Andy Burnham appointed Sacha Lord, the entrepreneur behind Manchester's iconic Warehouse Project, as the city's unpaid Night Time Economy Adviser.
Music Publications Name Top Albums of 2026 So Far
Just months into 2026, Treblezine has already published a list of the 48 best albums of the year.