Bay Area hip hop trailblazers Digital Underground mark 35 years of their landmark debut ‘Sex Packets’ with a newly remastered and expanded anniversary edition, arriving March 27 via Tommy Boy Records. The groundbreaking album that introduced “The Humpty Dance” and “Doowutchyalike” returns with redesigned 3-D artwork and a slate of rare and previously unreleased material.
Available on 180-gram light blue and black on clear splatter 2LP vinyl, 2CD and digital formats, ‘Sex Packets (35th Anniversary)’ includes “A Tribute to the Early Days,” “The Humpty Dance (Humpstramental Mix),” the previously unreleased “Blue View,” and the full version of “Gutfest ’89.” The digital edition also features the exclusive “Mini-Hump Radio Mix” of “The Humpty Dance,” with all five bonus tracks available to stream for the first time.
Physical editions include a 12-page booklet with archival photos and liner notes by Atron Gregory. The gatefold, created with Lovepop, opens into a three-dimensional pop-up recording studio inspired by original artwork from Gregory “Shock G” Jacobs, who also created art under the name Rackadelic. A new lyric video for “Freaks of the Industry” arrives March 20.
Upon its 1990 release, ‘Sex Packets’ reshaped hip hop’s soundscape with P-Funk influences, Miami bass energy and unforgettable characters like Humpty Hump. The album went platinum, with “The Humpty Dance” reaching No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Rap Singles chart and No. 11 on the Hot 100. Thirty-five years later, its humor, groove and imagination continue to resonate.
Sex Packets (35th Anniversary) Track List:
CD/LP 1 The Humpty Dance The Way We Swing Rhymin’ on the Funk The New Jazz (One) Underwater Rimes (Remix) Gutfest ’89 (Edit) The Danger Zone Freaks of the Industry
CD/LP 2 Doowutchyalike Packet Prelude Sex Packets Street Scene Packet Man Packet Reprise A Tribute to the Early Days Blue View The Humpty Dance (Humpstramental Mix) Gutfest ’89 The Humpty Dance (Mini-Hump Radio Mix)
German hard rock legends Scorpions return to Las Vegas for an eight-night run titled “Coming Home To Las Vegas,” set for PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in September and October 2026. Special guest Buckcherry joins the residency, which follows three previous sold-out engagements at the venue in 2022, 2024 and 2025.
“Our residency in Las Vegas last year was pure rock ‘n’ roll joy!! Unforgettable nights with fans from all over the world,” said singer Klaus Meine. “That energy stayed with us, so coming back in 2026 just felt right. We can’t wait to return to Planet Hollywood and celebrate the music, the memories and another round of rockin’ good times. Vegas … we’re gonna sting you again!”
The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival expands its 2026 Calgary lineup with the addition of acclaimed comedian Bill Burr as the Saturday evening headliner at Prince’s Island Park. Known for sharp, unfiltered observations and fearless stage presence, Burr brings decades of sold-out tours, acclaimed specials and film and television credits to one of North America’s premier outdoor comedy events.
The Calgary weekend runs August 28 through 30, transforming Prince’s Island Park into a multi-day celebration of stand-up. Individual show tickets go on sale Friday at 10:00 a.m. MST, with limited three-day passes currently available for fans who want the full weekend experience.
Friday, August 28 kicks off with Matt Rife & Friends. Saturday afternoon features Jeff Arcuri and Caitlin Peluffo before Burr headlines the evening. Sunday afternoon brings a co-headline set from Matteo Lane and Tig Notaro, joined by special guest Bob the Drag Queen, with a Sunday evening act still to be announced.
With a lineup that balances established headliners and rising voices, the 2026 Calgary edition of the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival continues to position itself as a must-attend summer event for live comedy fans.
CALGARY, AB | PRINCE’S ISLAND PARK | AUGUST 28-30:
Friday, August 28 – Matt Rife & Friends Saturday, August 29 (Afternoon) – Jeff Arcuri, Caitlin Peluffo Saturday, August 29 (Evening) – Bill Burr Live Sunday, August 30 (Afternoon) – Matteo Lane and Tig Notaro, Bob the Drag Queen Sunday, August 30 (Evening) – Coming Soon!
More than fifty-eight years after his passing, John Coltrane remains one of the most vital and influential figures in modern culture. His music is probing, spiritual, endlessly exploratory, and continues to reach new listeners, transcending genre, generation, and geography. In 2026, the Coltrane Estate will mark the 100th anniversary of the musician’s birth with COLTRANE 100, an ambitious, year-long global celebration honoring an artist whose work permanently reshaped the language, ambition, and purpose of music.
COLTRANE 100 will unfold across recorded music, live performance, visual art, and institutional partnerships, positioning Coltrane not only as a jazz icon but as a central figure in 20th-century cultural history. At the core of the celebration is the first-ever release of the long-mythologized Tiberi Tapes, a set of private live recordings captured by musician Frank Tiberi between 1961 and 1965 in clubs across New York and Philadelphia. These recordings document Coltrane in constant motion, revealing new dimensions of his improvisational language through a treasure trove of previously unheard performances. Set for release via Impulse! Records, the collection will debut in September 2026, preceded by a Record Store Day preview.
On the unveiling of the fabled tapes later this year and the Coltrane year-long celebration, Jamie Krents, President and CEO of UMe and Verve Label Group, says, “The Tiberi tapes have literally been the stuff of legend in the world of John Coltrane until now. We’re thrilled to finally get to share these recordings of Coltrane’s musical evolution with the world. It’s a true privilege and honor for the team at Impulse! to release unheard music from one of the absolute icons of music as we celebrate his centennial.”
On September 23, the 100th anniversary of John Coltrane’s birth, the Hollywood Bowl hosts the LA premiere of Coltrane 100: Legacy, a symphonic celebration with new arrangements of Coltrane’s popular and groundbreaking works newly reinterpreted, expanded, and reimagined for orchestra by the most lauded arrangers of the current era, including GRAMMY nominated Carlos Simon. As Coltrane himself explored and expanded upon his compositions in every performance, that quest to discover new meaning in the pieces continues today. The Hollywood Bowl performance features soloist Lakecia Benjamin, a critically hailed saxophonist who was acclaimed for her 2020 album of John and Alice Coltrane compositions. Benjamin will be backed by her touring band and a 16-piece orchestra. Wynton Marsalis closes the evening in his final performance at the Hollywood Bowl. Coltrane 100: Legacy makes its St. Louis debut with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra on February 28 with soloist Joe Lovano, conducted by Edwin Outwater. Tickets are on sale now.
Impulse! Records and partner labels will celebrate Coltrane’s catalog throughout 2026 with an extensive slate of releases that honor both the breadth and depth of his recorded legacy. Impluse! Records releases include Africa/Brass (April 24) ready to pre-order here, Impressions (May 22), Ascension (June 12), Meditations (August 14), Live at Birdland (October 23), and the Essential John Coltrane, a Target-exclusive limited-edition 2LP that’s available now.
Impulse! Records has also today unveiled the first-ever official music video for A Love Supreme: “Acknowledgement,” the suite’s opening movement, directed by award-winning filmmaker AG Rojas. Filmed on Kodak Double-X black-and-white 16mm, the live-action work meticulously recreates Van Gelder Studio as it appeared on the day A Love Supreme was recorded, December 9, 1964, transforming the space into an immersive, spiritual meditation on Coltrane’s most enduring masterpiece. In conjunction with the premiere of A Love Supreme: “Acknowledgement,” COLTRANE 100 will appear on YouTube billboards in New York City’s Times Square and along the Sunset Strip in Los Angeles., marking Coltrane’s centennial across two global cultural capitals.
Craft Recordings is looking back at Coltrane’s earliest days as a leader with a curated collection of originals and standards. Available for pre-order, The Best ofJohn Coltrane (March 13) draws from the saxophonist’s 1957–1958 sessions—a period of rapid artistic evolution as he established his sound and cemented his legacy as an innovative force in jazz music. Look out for more releases coming later in the year from this pivotal period of Trane’s career.
Rhino Records kicked off the Centennial with the 1960-1964 Mono (Rhino High Fidelity) box set, bringing together Giant Steps, Coltrane Jazz, My Favorite Things, Olé Coltrane, Coltrane Plays The Blues, and Coltrane’s Sound. The collection is AAA cut from the original analog mono master tapes by Kevin Gray and pressed on 180-gram heavyweight vinyl at Optimal and limited to 2,000 individually numbered copies. The records are presented in glossy gatefold jackets with the alternate French cover art and the original U.S. cover art inside the gatefolds, and exclusive new liner notes by music writer Syd Schwartz.
COLTRANE 100 extends into the public sphere as a wide-ranging cultural moment. This year, both The John & Alice Coltrane Home in Dix Hills, New York and The John Coltrane House in Philadelphia will open to the public for the first time. John and Alice Coltrane lived, composed, recorded, and pursued spiritual study during a period of profound artistic transformation during their time in the New York home, and Coltrane came of age as a creative innovator within the local music community while living in the Philadelphia House. The Coltrane Estate leads the preservation and activation of these two sites as a centerpiece of furthering the Coltrane legacy. In 2026, the Homes anchor two major off site Centennial initiatives: in New York, a collaboration with ShapeShifter Plus focused on performance, education, and new creation; and in Philadelphia, a multi-month, citywide tribute presented with Ars Nova Workshop that situates Coltrane’s work within the city that shaped his artistic foundations with an emphasis on youth engagement.
Museum-level collaborations—including a partnership with Devon Turnbull (OJAS) during Art of Noise at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum—will place his recordings within contemporary sound and design culture.
Modern listening culture is also central to the centennial. Sonos Radio has curated a John Coltrane takeover on its exclusive Impulse! Records station, live now on Radio HD, offering listeners a deeply contextualized journey through Coltrane’s catalog and underscoring his continued relevance within today’s high-fidelity and streaming ecosystems. Additionally, communal listening experiences will be celebrated through dedicated A Love Supreme vinyl events in New York and Los Angeles with The Record Club, a monthly series known for immersive, audiophile-focused listening sessions. The centennial will also include a limited-edition collaboration with Brooklyn-based menswear brand Corridor, founded by Dan Snyder, translating Coltrane’s legacy into their music and art based designs. The John Coltrane Estate will continue its partnership with the design studio/clothing company Online Ceramics during the centennial celebration, with a new Coltrane 100 capsule collection debuting this year. Perryscope Productions, John Coltrane’s official merchandising and licensing representatives who oversee the official John Coltrane online store, will offer exclusives of wearables and collectables throughout the year that highlight John’s incredible career.
About John Coltrane: John Coltrane (1926–1967) was one of the most transformative artists in the history of modern music. A saxophonist, composer, and bandleader of singular vision, he expanded the expressive possibilities of jazz while establishing music as a vehicle for spiritual inquiry and human connection. His unmistakable sound and relentless curiosity placed him at the center of nearly every major stylistic shift in jazz during the mid-20th century.
During a concentrated decade of unprecedented creative output, Coltrane released 25 albums as a leader, forging a legacy defined by fearless exploration and emotional depth. His work bridged blues, bebop, modal jazz, and the avant-garde, influencing generations of musicians across jazz, rock, hip-hop, classical, and experimental music. Despite the near-mythic devotion his work inspires, Coltrane emphasized discipline, humility, and practice as the foundation of artistic excellence.
Since his passing, Coltrane’s stature has only grown. His recordings are preserved by the Library of Congress and studied worldwide as cornerstones of American music. His honors include a Pulitzer Prize Special Citation, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, multiple inductions into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and a U.S. commemorative postage stamp. John Coltrane endures as a paragon of artistic courage and spiritual vision, and his music continues to speak—urgently and timelessly—to listeners around the world.
Revered multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and producer Jordan Rakei has today announced his new collaborative EP Between Us, due for release on April 24, via Fontana. The project launches with the radiant new single ‘Easy To Love’, featuring Tom McFarland of Jungle.
Speaking on the track, Jordan explains: ”I’d seen Jungle a few times over the summer beforehand and had been a fan of their music for years, so I was super excited to finally get in the studio with Tom. In many ways we come from similar influences, a shared love of groove, AND we’re both producer-songwriters, so it felt natural sharing the responsibilities and creative decisions together. Bouncing around between instruments. We hit it off straight away. We talked about our kids, life in London, and what it meant for me to be working at Abbey Road, and then we just rolled straight into making the song. By the time lunch was over, it was basically done. It just flowed out of us. Really relaxed, fun, and natural.”
Created during the final chapter of his tenure as Artist in Residence at the iconic Abbey Road Studios, Between Us brings together a carefully curated circle of collaborators (FKJ, Jalen Ngonda, Tom McFarland (Jungle), Nubya Garcia and Femi Koleoso (Ezra Collective)), each invited into Jordan’s world for an intense one-day writing session. Every track began with the spark of a single day spent in the room together, before being refined and expanded in the weeks that followed, preserving the immediacy and honesty of genuine creative exchange. The result is a body of work that positions Jordan not only as a singular artist, but as a tastemaker and curator with a rare ability to unite distinct voices under a cohesive sonic vision.
‘Easy To Love’ follows previous single ‘What It Gave Me’ featuring Jalen Ngonda, a meeting of two of UK soul’s most captivating and distinctive voices, and marks the second glimpse into a collaborative project Jordan has been quietly shaping behind the scenes. Speaking on the EP as a whole, Jordan explains:
“I had a lot of fun making this EP. For me, it really captures my time at Abbey Road. While I was there working on my own music, I also found myself diving into loads of spontaneous collaborations, using the space almost like a creative playground. I had so many different artists and musicians come through, and it constantly kept me on my toes and excited. With everyone I worked with on this record, we set ourselves a simple goal: make a song in one day — and whatever came of it, that’s what it was. No overthinking. That freedom was incredibly liberating. When you’re making music with the intention of releasing it, things can start to feel very serious. But this felt different. It took me back to my teenage years, making beats with friends and throwing them up on SoundCloud just because we loved it. It’s a super chilled, fun project, and I’m really glad it’s out in the world.”
Released last year via Decca (and Verve Forecast in the US), Jordan’s fifth studio album The Loop marked a new chapter in Jordan’s career that coincided with a number of profound changes in his personal life. It’s an extraordinary record, not least for its sheer, breathtaking ambition whilst retaining the experimental, off-kilter vibe he’s synonymous with. Containing singles ‘Flowers’, ‘Freedom’, ‘Learning’, ‘Friend or Foe’ and ‘Trust’, the album showcased his typically bold production style alongside spectacular orchestral arrangements and haunting choirs, hypnotic beats and an Odyssean-style narrative that charts a course through times of darkness and positivity.
The album saw Jordan achieve his first Top 40 album, be nominated for Best Album at the Ivor Novello Awards, named Abbey Road’s first ever Artist In Residence, play a coveted slot on Glastonbury’s West Holts stage, sell out his biggest-ever shows globally, curate his very own BBC Prom, and finish the year of 2024 with 2 stellar sold-out nights at London’s Royal Albert Hall. As well as the previously unheard singles, The Loop (Deluxe) version also featured live versions of key singles from the Royal Albert Hall shows
Jordan Rakei: Between Us:
1. What It Gave Me with Jalen Ngonda 2. Easy To Love with Tom McFarland (From JUNGLE) 3. It Never Ends with Femi Koleoso (From Ezra Collective) 4. Problems with FKJ 5. Monsters with Nubya Garcia
Metalcore mainstays Ice Nine Kills unleash “Twisting The Knife,” an original song created for ‘Scream 7,’ featuring a vocal appearance from cast member Mckenna Grace. The official music video is available now, pairing the band’s theatrical intensity with the slasher franchise’s signature tension.
“Twisting The Knife” channels Ice Nine Kills’ horror-driven aesthetic into a cinematic anthem built for the Ghostface universe. Razor-sharp riffs and dramatic dynamics collide with Grace’s striking presence, creating a track that feels engineered for the big screen. The result is dark, explosive and unmistakably on brand for both the band and the film.
‘Scream 7,’ directed by Kevin Williamson, brings Neve Campbell back as Sidney Prescott, alongside Isabel May, Courteney Cox, David Arquette and more. The film follows Sidney as she confronts a new Ghostface threat targeting her family, pulling her back into the nightmare that defined her past.
With “Twisting The Knife,” Ice Nine Kills continue their tradition of fusing metalcore theatrics with horror storytelling. The collaboration with Mckenna Grace adds another layer of crossover energy, amplifying anticipation for the next chapter in the ‘Scream’ saga.
On the heels of recent releases “Be Careful Throwing Stones,” “Diggin’ in the Coal” and “All Dressed Up,” the title track from her Dan Auerbach-produced album, singer/songwriter Leah Blevins releases another deeply personal glimpse into her Easy Eye Sound debut with her new track, “Lonely,” available today.
Written by Blevins with Auerbach and Pat McLaughlin, “Lonely” captures the quiet devastation of absence and the lingering ache of unfinished stories.
“This song represents the loss of someone that leaves you desperately wishing you could see them again,” shares Blevins. “Whatever the circumstances may be, you’re left holding onto a dream, a memory and all that you could’ve had if that significant person didn’t walk through that door to the other side.”
The new release continues to reveal the sonic depth of All Dressed Up – a timeless blend of Southern rock earthiness and pop-country shimmer, anchored by Blevins’ twangy, Karen Carpenter-esque vocal purity.
Previous releases have drawn early praise, with Whiskey Riff calling “Be Careful Throwing Stones,” a “song that needs to be on your radar” and “All Dressed Up,” was named a “hot new track” by Barnburner.” Meanwhile, “Diggin’ in the Coal” further showcased Blevins’ ability to find light in dark places, inspired by her East Kentucky roots and family coal mining legacy.
In addition to the recent tracks, the official music video for “Be Careful Throwing Stones” premiered exclusively with Holler noting “the infectious, retro-tinged earworm has been elevated by a cinematic new music video.” Watch the official video HERE.
Raised on the bluegrass-stained Kentucky country of Loretta Lynn, Patty Loveless, Dwight Yoakam and fellow Sandy Hook native Keith Whitley, Blevins continues a lineage of storytellers who understand the power of plainspoken truth – crafting songs that feel both nostalgic and strikingly modern.
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Multi-Grammy Award winner Jelly Roll will officially become a member of the Grand Ole Opry on March 10. Opry member and close friend Lainey Wilson will induct him into the family. Also scheduled to perform include his friend and mentor, Opry member Craig Morgan, as well as friends Leanne Morgan, ERNEST and more.
Jelly Roll was invited to become a member during a surprise moment of his interview on The Joe Rogan Experience, the #1 podcast in the world across all platforms. Rogan surprised Jelly Roll with a video message from Opry member Craig Morgan – inviting him to join the Opry family.
The country superstar and BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville/Republic recording artist made his Opry debut on November 9, 2021 and has become an Opry fan favorite and beloved by not only the fans, but many of its members over the years. Jelly Roll has dedicated his time to playing the show numerous times, mentoring many artists through the Opry NextStage program, and serving as host of Opry NextStage Live shows in Texas.
Jelly Roll’s Opry history with Morgan predates back to a moment years ago when freshly released from prison, Jelly was in the Opry audience as Morgan performed “Almost Home,” a moment the star references as ‘life changing’ for him. Years later, Jelly was surprised on stage by Morgan, where they performed “Almost Home” together on the Opry stage. Marking the full-circle moment, Morgan presented handwritten, autographed framed lyrics of “Almost Home” to Jelly to commemorate the occasion.
Jelly Roll recently won every Grammy Award he was nominated for in 2026 including Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song for “Hard Fought Hallelujah” with Brandon Lake, Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “Amen” with Shaboozey and Best Contemporary Country Album of the Year for his sophomore album, Beautifully Broken, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200. The album features his multi-week #1 Grammy-nominated song, “I Am Not Okay.” The three Grammy wins recognize his major impact on both country and Christian music genres.
Having grown up in Antioch, Tennessee, the CMA, ACM, Grammy, Dove and People’s Choice award winning star’s debut Country project, Whitsitt Chapel, continues to resonate and the album marked the biggest debut by a Country artist that year of releas
Grammy nominated folk duo The Milk Carton Kids share “Blue Water,” the latest song from their forthcoming album ‘Lost Cause Lover Fool,’ arriving April 24 via Far Cry Records in partnership with Thirty Tigers. Known for luminous harmonies and spare arrangements, Kenneth Pattengale and Joey Ryan continue refining a sound rooted in intimacy and emotional precision.
“I think of ‘Blue Water’ as a song that pays attention to how the past drifts back in during the most ordinary moments,” Ryan shares. “It’s just this very small image that makes you realize the same thought can hold who you were and who you are all at once.” The track reflects the duo’s gift for expanding quiet reflections into fully realized emotional landscapes.
Produced by Pattengale, ‘Lost Cause Lover Fool’ marks the band’s seventh studio album. “This album is, at its core, a collection of songs about transformation,” Pattengale explains, describing a record that magnifies fleeting feelings until they feel inhabitable. The nine-song set includes previously released “A Friend Like You” and centers on the subtle moments that shape identity and memory.
The duo are currently wrapping a co-headlining run with Sierra Hull, with upcoming stops in Pontiac, Shipshewana, Wadsworth and Marietta, plus appearances at Cayamo Cruise 2026 and Sad Songs Summer Camp. From festival stages to quiet listening rooms, The Milk Carton Kids continue to create space for reflection through song.
LOST CAUSE LOVER FOOL TRACK LIST:
Blue Water
My Place Among the Stones
A Friend Like You
I’ll Go Home From Here
Lost Cause Lover Fool
Blinded and Smiling
Sad Song
Ribbon
Young Love
THE MILK CARTON KIDS TOUR DATES:
February 19—Pontiac, MI—Flagstar Strand Theatre* February 20—Shipshewana, IN—Blue Gate Performing Arts Center* February 21—Wadsworth, OH—The Celestia Theater* February 22—Marietta, OH—Peoples Bank Theatre* March 13—Miami, FL—Cayamo Cruise 2026 July 21-24—Big Indian, NY—Sad Songs Summer Camp
