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15 Songs to Pair with a Good Cry

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15 Songs to Pair with a Good Cry

Music understands feelings before we do. It sits beside us when words fall short, turns tears into something productive, and reminds us we are not alone in whatever ache we are carrying. Whether you are sad-sad, nostalgic-sad, or just emotionally overwhelmed by existing, these songs meet you exactly where you are and stay until the feeling passes.

Sometimes you do not need a solution. You just need a song that gets it.

Here are 15 songs to pair with a good cry, no judgment, tissues encouraged.

  • “All I Want” by Kodaline
    Pure emotional surrender. This song does not ask you to be okay, it lets you fall apart and breathe through it.
  • “Motion Picture Soundtrack” by Radiohead
    Soft, devastating, and beautiful in the quietest way. This one feels like crying alone at night with the lights off.
  • “Liability” by Lorde
    For the moments when you feel like too much and not enough at the same time. Intimate and painfully honest.
  • “I Can’t Make You Love Me” by Bonnie Raitt
    The universal anthem of loving someone who cannot love you back. Still hits every single time.
  • “Skinny Love” by Bon Iver
    Fragile, raw, and emotionally exposed. This song feels like heartbreak whispered directly into your ear.
  • “Fast Car” by Tracy Chapman
    Hope, struggle, and longing all wrapped into one song. It sneaks up on you and suddenly you are crying.
  • “Someone Like You” by Adele
    A goodbye that hurts because it is kind. Let this one roll while you stare out a window dramatically.
  • “Black” by Pearl Jam
    Big feelings, bigger emotion. This song is made for releasing everything you have been holding in.
  • “River” by Joni Mitchell
    Gentle sadness that feels timeless. Perfect for reflective tears and quiet moments of longing.
  • “Fix You” by Coldplay
    Sometimes you cry because you wish someone could save you. Sometimes you cry because you know they cannot.
  • “The Night We Met” by Lord Huron
    For grief, nostalgia, and all the things you wish you could redo. This song feels like memory in slow motion.
  • “I Know It’s Over” by The Smiths
    Melancholy at its most dramatic. Lean into it and let Morrissey do the emotional heavy lifting.
  • “Tears in Heaven” by Eric Clapton
    A song about loss that never tries to soften the truth. Heavy, honest, and quietly powerful.
  • “Everybody Hurts” by R.E.M.
    Sometimes you need a reminder that feeling broken is part of being human. This song holds your hand through it.
  • “Cellophane” by FKA twigs
    Vulnerable, exposed, and deeply personal. This is the sound of standing in your truth and crying anyway.

Star Bandz and Chance the Rapper Join Forces for the Hometown Anthem “Touch The Ground”

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Chicago rap phenom Star Bandz reaches a massive new milestone with the release of her electric collaboration “Touch The Ground” featuring the legendary Chance the Rapper. This powerhouse single arrives via Priority and Capitol Records to blend the sharp drill-infused delivery of the seventeen-year-old artist with the soulful melodic flow that defines Chance the Rapper’s iconic sound. Directed by Christian Loggins, the accompanying music video highlights the natural hometown chemistry between the two generations of Chicago talent as they celebrate their shared roots.

The new track builds on a red-hot streak for Star Bandz following her successful Lollapalooza debut and viral hits like “My Baby” and the recent single “2 Gravy.” This collaboration serves as a bold evolution of her sonic landscape while Chance the Rapper continues his own monumental chapter following the critical acclaim of his independent album ‘Star Line’. Together, these artists deliver a defiant anthem that cements Star Bandz as a recognizable and shaping voice for a new generation of hip hop fans.

Geoff Castellucci Challenges Your Subwoofers with Bone-Rattling “Ring of Fire” Cover

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Geoff Castellucci Challenges Your Subwoofers with Bone-Rattling “Ring of Fire” Cover

Prepare to test the limits of your sound system as world-renowned bass vocalist Geoff Castellucci releases his staggering low-bass reimagining of the Johnny Cash classic, “Ring of Fire.” Known for his superhuman vocal range and viral performances with the a cappella group VoicePlay, Castellucci dives into the subharmonic depths for this rendition, delivering a performance so resonant it demands the highest-quality headphones to truly appreciate. While Cash famously made the track an anthem of burning desire, Castellucci transforms it into a dark, floor-shaking masterclass in vocal control, proving exactly why he is considered one of the most unique and powerful bass singers on the planet today.

Christina Aguilera Celebrates 25 Years of Holiday Magic with ‘Christmas in Paris’ on CBS

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Christina Aguilera Celebrates 25 Years of Holiday Magic with ‘Christmas in Paris’ on CBS

Global superstar Christina Aguilera is bringing the “City of Light” to living rooms tonight with the broadcasting debut of ‘Christina Aguilera: Christmas in Paris’. Airing on CBS and streaming on Paramount+, this dazzling holiday special celebrates the 25th anniversary of her landmark album ‘My Kind of Christmas’. Filmed against the breathtaking backdrop of the Eiffel Tower—transformed into a shimmering Christmas tree—Aguilera delivers a masterclass in vocal prowess for an intimate audience at the Musée du Quai Branly. Directed by Emmy-winner Sam Wrench, the special is a cinematic journey through holiday staples and career-defining hits, featuring high-energy appearances from legendary percussionist Sheila E. and French star Yseult.

Beyond the spectacular musical performances, the special offers a rare, introspective look at Aguilera’s life and legacy. Between Parisian vignettes, she opens up about motherhood, her evolution as an artist, and the reinvention that has kept her at the top of the charts for three decades. The celebration is accompanied by the live performance album ‘Christmas in Paris’, which is out now on all streaming platforms. Featuring 13 tracks, including a show-stopping mashup of “Express” and “Santa Baby,” the album allows fans to take the magic of the Parisian night home. From her “Crazy Horse” cabaret sequences to a snow-kissed finale beneath the tower lights, Aguilera proves once again why she remains the quintessential voice of her generation.

Kyle Sevenoaks Ignites the Industrial Scene with New Single “Watch It Burn”

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Kyle Sevenoaks Ignites the Industrial Scene with New Single “Watch It Burn”

British-Norwegian composer and filmmaker Kyle Sevenoaks has unleashed his first musical offering of 2025 with the blistering industrial metal single “Watch It Burn.” Released on October 31st, the track is a raw, cathartic explosion aimed at the abuse of power and calculated injustice. Known for his “unhinged” sonic palette that blends heavy extended-range guitars with throbbing electronic elements, Sevenoaks describes the song as a fiery response to life-changing decisions made by those in cold control. This release marks a return to his musical roots following the massive success of his 2024 horror short, ‘Taste In Music’, which earned him a “Best Monster Movie” award and critical acclaim across Norway’s premier film festivals.

Sevenoaks continues to bridge the gap between sonic terror and cinematic storytelling, a skill honed through his work as the primary songwriter for the band I, The Betrayer. His transition into directing has been equally impactful; ‘Taste In Music’—filmed on a shoestring budget in a remote Norwegian cabin—captivated audiences at the Ramaskrik and Ravenheart festivals with its tale of a cosmic storm and a sentient, evil keyboard. Whether he is performing at TwitchCon or engineering music for global content creators, Sevenoaks remains a versatile force in the horror and metal communities. With “Watch It Burn,” he solidifies his reputation as a master of atmospheric extremity, proving that whether on screen or through a speaker, his vision is meant to leave a lasting, scorched-earth impression.

T. Rex and Devo Join the Rhino High Fidelity Series with Elite Audiophile Reissues

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T. Rex and Devo Join the Rhino High Fidelity Series with Elite Audiophile Reissues

Rhino High Fidelity (Rhino Hi-Fi) expands its acclaimed series of limited-edition, audiophile vinyl reissues todaywith two pivotal albums: T. Rex’s Electric Warrior and Devo’s Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!.

Each album was cut from the original analog master tapes by Kevin Gray and pressed on 180-gram black vinyl at Optimal in Germany. Both releases are limited to 5,000 individually numbered copies and available exclusively at Rhino.com and select Warner Music Group stores internationally. As a bonus, Electric Warrior has two 7-inch singles, “Hot Love” and “Bang A Gong (Get It On),” available to bundle. Order HERE.

Recently released as part of Rhino’s High Fidelity Reel-to-Reel line, Electric Warrior crystallized Marc Bolan’s transformation from cult folk hero to the godfather of glam with its release in 1971. The album topped the charts in the U.K. and was certified gold in the U.S., powered by hits like “Bang A Gong (Get It On)” and “Jeepster.” Working with producer Tony Visconti, the band built a sleek, groove-driven sound—equal parts grit and glitter—that came to define glam’s golden age.

In the new liner notes, Visconti recalls how sessions for the album gained momentum when the band moved from London to Los Angeles, and finally New York, where they cut three songs in a day, including “Lean Woman Blues” and “Jeepster.” “I could tell this was one of the best times of Marc’s life from how great these tracks turned out—they fully complemented the tracks we had just recorded in L.A. He was so happy,” he writes. “We knew we had a hit album.”

Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! introduced the band’s theory of de-evolution to the world in 1978, as shown in their 2025 GRAMMY®-award nominated documentary DEVO. Formed in the wake of Kent State and forged in Ohio’s post-industrial landscape, Devo turned art-school ideas into subversive songs. Mark Mothersbaugh, Gerald Casale, Bob Mothersbaugh, Bob Casale, and Alan Myers recorded the album in Germany with Brian Eno, blurring the line between human and mechanical on “Uncontrollable Urge,” “Jocko Homo,” and their twitchy reimagining of “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction.”

Gerald Casale says Devo knew exactly what they wanted their first album to sound like when they arrived in Germany—but Eno had other ideas. “Brian had ‘evolved’ to nuanced electronic beauty. He was attempting to broaden our aesthetic, and we were trying to double down on our Brutalist leanings.” Despite the head-butting, he says they “captured the Devo meta-concept in a way that has withstood the test of time. Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! doesn’t sound like 1978. It doesn’t sound like punk. It doesn’t sound like it’s ‘of its time’ in any way.”

Rhino High Fidelity continues to tap into Warner Music’s vast catalog, introducing reissues of seminal albums across genres—from rock and pop to jazz, soul, and beyond. Each title pairs uncompromising audio with archival-grade packaging, honoring the album’s original intent in both sound and design.

Electric Warrior (Rhino High Fidelity)

LP Track Listing

Side One

  1. “Mambo Sun”
  2. “Cosmic Dancer”
  3. “Jeepster”
  4. “Monolith”
  5. “Lean Woman Blues”

Side Two

  1. “Bang A Gong (Get It On)”
  2. “Planet Queen”
  3. “Girl”
  4. “The Motivator”
  5. “Life’s A Gas”
  6. “Rip Off”

Singles

Side One

  1. “Hot Love”

Side Two

  1. “Woodland Rock”
  2. “The King Of The Mountain Cometh”

Side One

  1. “Bang A Gong (Get It On)”

Side Two

  1. “There Was A Time”
  2. “Raw Ramp”
  3. “Electric Boogie”

Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! (Rhino High Fidelity)

LP Track Listing

Side One

  1. “Uncontrollable Urge”
  2. “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction”
  3. “Praying Hands”
  4. “Space Junk”
  5. “Mongoloid”
  6. “Jocko Homo”

Side Two

  1. “Too Much Paranoias”
  2. “Gut Feeling” / “(Slap Your Mammy)”
  3. “Come Back Jonee”
  4. “Sloppy (I Saw My Baby Gettin’)”
  5. “Shrivel-Up”
  6.  

The Behaviour Deconstructs The Police on Brooding New Single “Invisible Sun”

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The Behaviour Deconstructs The Police on Brooding New Single “Invisible Sun”

Multi-instrumentalist and seasoned rhythm veteran Marshall Kilpatric is continuing his transformation from elite skinsman to alternative visionary with the release of “Invisible Sun,” the haunting new single from his project The Behaviour. A masterful deconstruction of The Police classic, the track serves as the final precursor to the upcoming EP ‘PEDESTALS’, set for release via Rexius Records. Kilpatric—whose storied career includes replacing Brann Dailor in Today is the Day and Josh Freese in Black Light Burns—strips the 1980s staple down to its melancholic core, infusing it with the fuzz-drenched shoegaze and analog warmth that has become The Behaviour’s signature. It is a poignant, timely reimagining that breathes new life into Sting’s lyrics, finding the light in adverse environments with a sound that is both personal and profoundly cinematic.

The forthcoming EP ‘PEDESTALS’ explores themes of uncritical admiration, loss, and the “shadow work” of spiritual redemption. Moving beyond the critical acclaim of his 2023 debut ‘A Sin Dance’, Kilpatric takes full creative control here, crafting a sonic haven for fans of Queens of the Stone Age and All Them Witches. Drawing inspiration from the poetic intensity of Leonard Cohen and the atmospheric mystique of Pink Floyd, ‘PEDESTALS’ represents an arc of healing and transformation, where the noise of heavy music becomes a form of medicine. As Kilpatric moves from the back of the stage to the front of the studio, The Behaviour invites listeners into a brooding, introspective landscape where every distorted note and layered vocal serves as a step toward clarity.

W.E.B. Captures Hometown Fury on Debut Live Album ‘Darkness Alive’

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W.E.B. Captures Hometown Fury on Debut Live Album ‘Darkness Alive’

Greek symphonic extreme metal force W.E.B. is set to immortalize their legendary stage presence with the release of ‘Darkness Alive’, their first-ever official live album. Recorded during a high-stakes hometown performance in Athens on September 22, 2024—a night they shared with black metal titans Dark Funeral—the record captures the quartet at their most visceral and “unhinged.” Vocalist and guitarist Sakis Prekas notes that the evening marked a pivotal moment of transition for the band, fueled by an electric energy that demanded to be documented. From the soaring, epic finale of “Dragona” to the “thunderous marriage” of genres in “Into Hell Fire We Burn,” ‘Darkness Alive’ serves as both a definitive live document and a powerful testament to the band’s enduring connection with their audience.

The announcement comes alongside the release of the live single and video for “Dark Web,” a fan-favorite onslaught originally featured on their 2021 LP ‘Colosseum’. A scathing critique of the abuse of power, the track highlights the band’s ability to fuse melodic death metal intensity with modern symphonic grandeur. Set for a digital and physical release on February 20, 2026, via Metal Blade Records and Sleaszy Rider, the album features nine tracks hand-selected for their proven ability to command a crowd. As W.E.B. begins composing their next full-length studio effort, ‘Darkness Alive’ stands as a bloodthirsty reminder of why they remain one of the most formidable names in the international extreme metal scene.

Grateful Dead Opens the 2026 Archival Season with the Chicago and Tampa Performances for ‘Dave’s Picks’

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Grateful Dead Opens the 2026 Archival Season with the Chicago and Tampa Performances for ‘Dave’s Picks’

The Grateful Dead officially begin their 2026 archival journey by revealing the first two installments of the highly anticipated ‘Dave’s Picks’ subscription series. Opening the year is ‘Dave’s Picks Volume 57’, which captures the band during a high-energy winter run at the Uptown Theatre in Chicago on February 1, 1978. This performance finds the group in peak form as they balance the tight precision of their late seventies sound with the expansive improvisational spirit found on tracks like “Estimated Prophet” and “The Other One”. Fans of this era can also look forward to bonus material from the previous night to complete the story of this historic Chicago stand.

The second release of the year takes listeners back to the legendary jazz-influenced era of 1973 with ‘Dave’s Picks Volume 58’. This volume presents the complete December 18 performance from Curtis Hixon Hall in Tampa, featuring a massive second set anchored by a “Dark Star” into “Eyes of the World” sequence. Subscribers will also receive an exclusive bonus disc containing rare highlights from the band’s first-ever appearance at The Omni in Atlanta. With limited editions of 25,000 copies shipping throughout the year, these releases ensure that the 2026 series remains an essential deep dive into the most fertile chapters of the Grateful Dead live legacy.

‘Dave’s Picks 2026’ Release Schedule:

Jan 30 – Dave’s Picks Volume 57: Uptown Theatre, Chicago, IL (2/1/78)

May 01 – Dave’s Picks Volume 58: Curtis Hixon Hall, Tampa, FL (12/18/73)

Jul 31 – Dave’s Picks Volume 59: TBA

Oct 30 – Dave’s Picks Volume 60: TBA

Caliban Releases “Dear Suffering” Live Video to Celebrate the ‘Back From Hell (Deluxe Edition)’ Arrival

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Caliban Releases “Dear Suffering” Live Video to Celebrate the ‘Back From Hell (Deluxe Edition)’ Arrival

German metalcore pioneers Caliban continue their relentless evolution with the digital release of ‘Back From Hell (Deluxe Edition)’ on Century Media Records. This expanded collection features the high-energy new single “Anthem” alongside a massive live video for “Dear Suffering” featuring guest vocals from Andreas Bjulver of Cabal. The band recorded these intense performances during a hometown show in Cologne to give fans an authentic look at the current lineup which now includes the melodic vocal range and songwriting skills of bassist Iain Duncan.

The deluxe package offers a comprehensive journey through the band’s aggressive sound with nineteen tracks including covers of “Shout” and “You Only Live Once”. Founding members Andreas Dörner and Marc Görtz express deep gratitude to their dedicated community for supporting the group through over two decades of genre-defining music. This release arrives just as the quintet prepares to bring back their signature Darkness Over X-Mas tour for a string of end-of-year performances across Germany with special guests Doomcrusher and Strength.

‘Back From Hell (Deluxe Edition)’ Tracklist:

  1. Resurgence (Intro)
  2. Guilt Trip (feat. Mental Cruelty)
  3. I Was A Happy Kid Once
  4. Back From Hell (feat. The Browning)
  5. Insomnia
  6. Dear Suffering (feat. Joe Bad of Fit For An Autopsy)
  7. Alte Seele
  8. Overdrive
  9. Infection
  10. Glass Cage
  11. Solace In Suffer
  12. Till Death Do Us Part
  13. Echoes
  14. Anthem
  15. Shout
  16. You Only Live Once
  17. Dear Suffering (feat. Andreas Bjulver of Cabal Live in Cologne 2025)
  18. Insomnia (Live in Cologne 2025)
  19. Nothing is Forever (Live in Cologne 2025)

Darkness Over X-Mas Tour 2025:

12/27 – Saalfeld, DE – Klubhaus

12/28 – Frankfurt, DE – Das Bett

12/29 – Oberhausen, DE – Kulttempel

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Eric Alper is a 6-time nominee for Publicist of the Year during Canadian Music Week and has overseen the publicity campaigns for over 183 JUNO Award-nominated albums (and 16 in 2025), 45 Grammy-nominated albums, including 47 JUNO Award, 58 Canadian Folk Music Award, 126 Maple Blues Award-winning albums and is also truly honoured to work with some of the biggest and most important artists of our time.

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