Some songs feel like the moment everything changes. For Madonna, “Borderline” was that song, the track that took her from rising talent to undeniable star, proving that pop could carry both soul and swagger.
Katie Gavin Blends Folk Pop and Vulnerable Storytelling in a Powerful NPR Tiny Desk Performance
Every so often an artist walks into a room and changes the air around them. Katie Gavin does it with honesty, switching from violin to piano to guitar as if they were extensions of her own voice. At the Tiny Desk, vulnerability becomes electric.
Beth Gibbons Brings Lives Outgrown and an Acoustic Ensemble to a Hauntingly Beautiful NPR Tiny Desk Performance
The rarest artists are the ones who can make silence feel alive. Beth Gibbons does just that, every note quivering with both pain and light, every lyric inviting you closer. At the Tiny Desk, her music feels less like performance and more like confession.
Carín León Fills NPR’s Tiny Desk with the Soulful Power of Regional Mexican Music and a 16-Piece Band
There’s something magnetic about a performer who can turn a small space into an entire universe. Carín León does exactly that, letting brass, strings, and raw emotion collide in a set that proves why Regional Mexican music is thriving right now.
Cult Classic Comedy Becomes Musical Magic as ‘Death Becomes Her’ Brings a Delightful NPR Tiny Desk Pop Spectacle
Sometimes theater is supposed to be serious. Sometimes it’s supposed to make you cry. But when a cult classic like Death Becomes Her becomes a musical, it’s supposed to make you laugh until you realize just how fun and weird art can really be.
The Who Announce Final Show of ‘The Song Is Over’ Farewell Tour with Special Hollywood Bowl Appearance
The Who has announced the grand finale of their bittersweet The Song Is Over farewell tour of the U.S. and Canada. The last show will take place at Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs on Wednesday, October 1st. Additionally, The Offspring is set to join The Who in Los Angeles next Friday, September 19th, at the iconic Hollywood Bowl.
Presales for the Palm Springs show start on Tuesday, September 16th, ahead of the general sale on Wednesday, September 17th.
The group’s North American run kicked off on August 16th in Sunrise, Florida. We attended night two in Newark, New Jersey, which saw Roger Daltrey deliver over 20 songs with “strength and forcefulness.”
The Who continued to thrill US fans throughout the 1970s before undertaking their first “farewell” tour in 1982, which featured two shows at the legendary Shea Stadium in New York. When the band returned to the road in the late 1990s and early 2000s, perhaps one of their greatest performances was at The Concert For New York City at Madison Square Garden shortly after the terror attack of 9/11; their three-song set in front of emergency workers and first responders was met with a primal roar from the audience. When Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey were given the Kennedy Center Honors in December 2008 for their contributions to American culture, a tribute performance of “Baba O’Riley” was delivered with a full choir of New York firefighters in gratitude for The Who’s performance at the show.
Inducted into the Rock n’ Roll Hall Of Fame in 1990, the band has placed 27 top 40 singles in the United States and the United Kingdom and earned 17 Top Ten albums, including the 1969 groundbreaking rock opera Tommy, 1971’s pummeling Live At Leeds, 1973’s Quadrophenia, and 1978’s Who Are You. The Who debuted in 1964 with a trio of anthems “I Can’t Explain,” “The Kids Are Alright,” and “My Generation.” Since then, they have delivered hits such as “Baba O’Riley,” “Won’t Get Fooled Again,” “Pinball Wizard,” “Who Are You,” and “You Better You Bet.”
Twice’s Chaeyoung Steps Into the Spotlight with Debut Solo Album ‘Lil Fantasy, Vol. 1’
Global sensation Chaeyoung of Twice has officially released her debut solo album, Lil Fantasy, Vol. 1, via JYP Entertainment/Imperial/Republic Records. The project is now available on all digital and streaming platforms.
Chaeyoung becomes the fourth member of the iconic girl group to release a solo project, following the critical and commercial success of Jihyo’s Zone, Tzuyu’s abouTzu, and Nayeon’s two solo releases: Im Nayeon in 2022 and the recently released NA. Her debut solo project features Chaeyoung’s writing on every track, offering a deeply personal look into her inner world. The project highlights the many facets of her personality beyond her role in Twice, marking a bold step into her identity as a solo artist.
As the first installment in her Lil Fantasy series, the release signifies the beginning of Chaeyoung’s artistic journey – one that reflects not only her growth as a performer, but also her evolving voice as a songwriter and creative force. The highly anticipated focus track, “Avocado,” sets the tone for the album with its playful melody and vibrant energy. Accompanied by a captivating music video, the track draws audiences into Chaeyoung’s whimsical world, highlighting her artistry and unique creative vision.
The album showcases a diverse range of sounds, from the R&B-infused “Ribbons,” featuring Y2K92, to emotionally raw tracks like “BF” and “그림자 놀이 (Shadow Puppet),” offering listeners an intimate glimpse into the complexities of Chaeyoung’s life. Closing out the album is the fan-favorite “My Guitar,” the very first song Chaeyoung ever wrote. Originally performed during her solo set on Twice’s Ready To Be Tour, the track serves as a heartfelt and fitting conclusion to the project.
Over the last few years, Over has continued to make her mark on the global music scene as a member of Twice, one of K-pop’s most influential and chart-topping groups. Most recently, Twice made history as the first K-pop girl group to headline the iconic Lollapalooza festival in Chicago. Their groundbreaking performance captivated tens of thousands and solidified their place on the world stage.
Track Listing:
Avocado featuring Gliiico
Band-Aid
Shoot (Firecracker)
Girl
Ribbons featuring Sumin, Jbin of Y2K92
Downpour featuring Gliiico
BF
그림자 놀이 (Shadow Puppet)
내 기타 (My Guitar)
Lonely Doll Waltz (CD Only)
Jason Aldean Drops New Single “How Far Does A Goodbye Go” and Expands Full Throttle Tour
Reigning ACM Artist of the Decade Jason Aldean today announced an extension of the Full Throttle Tour, adding nine markets to the U.S. leg of his current international tour run with support from Nate Smith, Lanie Gardner, and Dee Jay Silver. Produced by Live Nation, the tour will visit nine additional US markets starting in 2026 at Simmons Bank Arena in North Little Rock, AR on January 15th. 2026 also sees Aldean returning to Australia, marking his first return to Australia since headlining in 2016, as well as his first headlining run in New Zealand. Tickets for the newly added U.S. dates go on sale September 19th at 10am local time here.
The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, an invitation to the Jason Aldean VIP Lounge, a limited edition tour poster, a Jason Aldean VIP gift item and more. For more information, visit vipnation.com.
The tour announcement coincides with the launch of new music from Aldean, who today released “How Far Does A Goodbye Go,” the first new single off his upcoming new project. Written by long-time collaborators Kurt Allison, John Edwards, Tully Kennedy and John Morgan, “How Far Does A Goodbye Go” is the follow-up single to the Georgia native’s historic 30th career #1 single at country radio. “How Far Does A Goodbye Go” is available now here.
Earlier this month, Aldean sat down with Armchair Expert to tease the release of new music from his upcoming project, including today’s official release of “How Far Does A Goodbye Go,” and chat through his early beginnings in the industry, career highs and lows, and his current tour.
With 30 No. 1 hits, 20 billion streams, and more than 20 million albums sold, Aldean has solidified his place as one of the most influential artists of his generation. In addition to marking his 30th career No. 1, the reigning ACM Artist of the Decade has also earned multiple top honors, including three ACM Entertainer of the Year wins. Currently on the US leg of his Full Throttle Tour, Aldean recently partnered with 13-year-old Houston native DJ Daniel to raise more than $200,000 for Heroes For Children during his local Houston, TX tour stop. For a full list of domestic and international Full Throttle Tour dates and to purchase tickets, visit www.jasonaldean.com.
Newly announced Full Throttle tour dates. Tickets on sale September 19th 10am local time:
1/15/2026 – North Little Rock, AR – Simmons Bank Arena
1/16/2026 – Tupelo, MS – Cadence Bank Arena
1/17/2026 – Biloxi, MS – Mississippi Coast Coliseum
1/22/2026 – Peoria, IL – Peoria Civic Center Arena
1/23/2026 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena
1/24/2026 – Charleston, WV – Charleston Coliseum
1/29/2026 – University Park, PA – Bryce Jordan Center
1/30/2026 – Allentown, PA – PPL Center
1/31/2026 – Atlantic City, NJ – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
Darren Kiely Reimagines The Killers’ Classic “When You Were Young” with Folk-Rock Grit
Free Flight Records artist Darren Kiely today releases a cover of “When You Were Young,” originally released by The Killers. Kiely, who grew up a fan of The Killers, sought to pay homage to the original while putting his own unique spin on the track with his signature gritty, emotional vocals.
“The Killers captured something timeless in this song – youth, longing, the raw edge of hope,” Kiely shared. “For me, it’s about honoring the energy and nostalgia of the original while reimagining it through the lens of where I come from.”
Kiely is currently touring throughout the US for his “Your Love, Your Lightning Tour.” For tickets, visit darrenkiely.com. The US tour comes on the heels of Kiely’s worldwide tour this summer, including festivals and headlining shows across the globe.
Hailing from a quaint town in Co. Cork, Ireland, Darren Kiely’s fresh, folk-infused sound originates from his inherited love of traditional Irish music, intertwined with modern influences such as The Lumineers, Mumford & Sons, and Noah Kahan. At just five years old, Darren learned the tin whistle, and at eight years old he picked up the fiddle, eventually teaching himself to play guitar as well. Darren began singing in 2019, quickly garnering attention for his raw and fervent vocals and emotive delivery. After winning numerous honors at a national level in Irish traditional music, Darren found his way to NYC in 2022 to continue developing his own music and sound, and soon after headed to the songwriting hub of Nashville. Signing to Free Flight Records, Kiely’s unique presentation of folk-inspired melodies and production, along with lush storytelling, which echoes the backdrop of the Irish countryside where he was raised, are the forefront of his debut EP, Lost. The seven-track project explores the triumphant war of overcoming self-doubt, struggling to find himself, questioning emotions and seeking answers, while his follow up EP, From The Dark, Kiely takes his craft to new heights as he explores the harsh realities that come with growing up and moving on. Lost features the track “Mom & Dad,” which debuted in the Top 40 on the Irish Singles Chart and Top 5 on the Irish Homegrown chart, as well as fan-favorite “Sunrise” which reached No. 1 on the chart.