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Robbie Williams Rewinds the Clock with New Album ‘Britpop’ Out February 2026
Pop icon Robbie Williams is dialing up the nostalgia and attitude with his brand-new studio album ‘Britpop,’ out February 13, 2026. The English superstar, long celebrated for his stadium-filling anthems and charismatic flair, revisits the sound and swagger of his early solo years — a time defined by the rise of Oasis, Blur, and the unmistakable Britpop spirit that swept the 1990s.
The album’s latest single “Pretty Face” brings the energy of 1995 roaring back. Directed by Charlie Lightening with VFX from AIST, the video recreates the iconic late-night TV chaos of The Word, complete with bleached hair, track jackets, and VHS-style fuzz. “This is my ‘DeLorean Moment’ back to 1995,” Williams says. “If BRITPOP is the album I would have made, then THIS would have been the TV show… now a (virtual) reality.”
Already out are singles “Rocket” — a punk-fueled anthem featuring Black Sabbath legend Tony Iommi on guitar — and “Human,” a soaring collaboration with Jesse and Joy. “Spies” adds a touch of cinematic charm to the mix, while a stripped-back version of “Rocket” shows Williams’ knack for balancing power and intimacy.
“I set out to create the album that I wanted to write and release after I left Take That in 1995,” says Williams. “It was the peak of Britpop and a golden age for British music. I’ve worked with some of my heroes on this album; it’s raw, there are more guitars and it’s an album that’s even more upbeat and anthemic than usual. There’s some ‘Brit’ in there and there’s certainly some ‘pop’ too – I’m immensely proud of this as a body of work.”
Tracklist:
- Rocket
- Spies
- Pretty Face
- Bite Your Tongue
- Cocky
- All My Life
- Human
- Morrissey
- You
- It’s OK Until The Drugs Stop Working
- Pocket Rocket
Toto Announce 2026 ‘An Evening With’ Tour Featuring Two Hours of Classic Hits
After a blockbuster summer tour with Christopher Cross and Men At Work, legendary rock group Toto is hitting the road once again in 2026 for a brand-new concert experience titled ‘An Evening With.’ Launching in February, the special series of shows will feature over two hours of music each night, with setlists personally curated by Steve Lukather and Joseph Williams. Fans can expect a deep dive into Toto’s rich catalog of hits, showcasing the musicianship and legacy that have made them one of rock’s most enduring bands.
Toto’s lineup for this run features Steve Lukather (guitar/vocals), Joseph Williams (vocals), Greg Phillinganes (keyboards/vocals), Shannon Forrest (drums), John Pierce (bass), Warren Ham (horns/percussion/vocals), and Dennis Atlas (keyboards/vocals). Known for timeless classics like “Africa,” “Rosanna,” and “Hold the Line,” the group continues to connect with new audiences across generations, drawing millions of listeners each week across streaming platforms.
‘An Evening With’ 2026 Tour Dates:
Feb 18 – Milwaukee, WI – The Riverside Theater
Feb 19 – Davenport, IA – Capitol Theatre
Feb 23 – Knoxville, TN – Tennessee Theatre
Feb 24 – North Charleston, SC – North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center
Feb 28 – Miami, FL – Montreux Jazz Festival Miami
Mar 01 – Orlando, FL – Hard Rock Live
Mar 02 – St. Augustine, FL – The Saint Augustine Amphitheatre
Mar 04 – Huntsville, AL – Mark C. Smith Concert Hall
Mar 06 – Tulsa, OK – Hard Rock Live
Mar 07 – Durant, OK – Choctaw Grand Theater
Mar 09 – Omaha, NE – Orpheum Theater
Mar 11 – Des Moines, IA – Hoyt Sherman Place
Mar 13 – New Buffalo, MI – Silver Creek Event Center at Four Winds
Masayoshi Takanaka Announces First-Ever World Tour ‘SUPER TAKANAKA WORLD LIVE 2026’
Live Nation has announced a new chapter of its City Pop Waves concert series, featuring legendary Japanese guitarist Masayoshi Takanaka on his first-ever world tour, ‘SUPER TAKANAKA WORLD LIVE 2026.’ Following the sold-out success of his Los Angeles shows earlier this year, Takanaka will bring his dazzling surf-inspired sound to audiences around the globe, with performances in London, Brooklyn, Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Tickets go on sale Friday, November 14 at 10 AM local time on Ticketmaster.com.
‘SUPER TAKANAKA WORLD LIVE 2026’ will showcase Takanaka’s signature fusion of color, rhythm, and technical mastery, alongside the historic return of his iconic surfboard guitar—a full-size instrument built from an actual surfboard, restored for its first appearance in over a decade. Fans can also enjoy a VIP experience that includes priority pit access, a 7-inch vinyl, and exclusive tour merchandise available via vipnation.com.
‘Super Takanaka World Live 2026’ Tour Dates:
Mar 31 – London, UK – O2 Shepherds Bush Empire
Apr 04 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount
Apr 07 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
Apr 09 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic
Apr 12 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Palladium
As City Pop continues its worldwide revival, Live Nation’s City Pop Waves series is connecting generations of fans to Japan’s most beloved musical icons. The series also includes Taeko Onuki’s first concert outside Japan at The Wiltern on February 7, 2026, and ANRI’s debut U.S. tour with performances in Brooklyn and Los Angeles in May 2026.
Byron Bay Bluesfest Unveils Epic 2026 Lineup Featuring Split Enz, Earth Wind & Fire, Sublime and The Black Crowes
Australia’s Byron Bay Bluesfest announced the first wave of artists scheduled to appear at the festival when it makes its return in time for Easter 2026.
Leading the announcement are the pioneering New Zealand rock band Split Enz, who will make their first performance in Australia in more than 20 years and Earth, Wind & Fire, who return to Australia for the first time since 2012.
California punk trailblazers Sublime are scheduled to make their Bluesfest debut in 2026, while Southern Rock icons The Black Crowes will appear at Bluesfest for the first time since 2008.
The lineup for 2026 also includes The Pogues, Marcus King Band, Buddy Guy, Kenny Wanye Shepherd Band, Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew, Robert Randolph, Taj Farrant, and the Living End, among others.
“All up, the artists in this announcement have collectively sold around 180 million albums. The Black Crowes – 30 million, Counting Crows – 20 million, Sublime – 20 million – and the list goes on. Between them, they’ve earned 58 platinum and 43 gold albums, plus an extraordinary number of awards, including nine GRAMMYs for Earth, Wind & Fire and nine GRAMMYs for the greatest living bluesman, Buddy Guy. Who would have thought we’d see Buddy Guy return after what was billed as his farewell tour just a few years back? When the opportunity came to present him again – well, I took it,” stated Bluesfest’s Peter Noble, OAN.
The full list of announced artists for the 2026 edition of the Byron Bay Bluesfest.
Split Enz
Earth, Wind & Fire
Sublime
The Black Crowes
Buddy Guy
Counting Crows
The Pogues
Marcus King Band
Jerry Harrison & Adrian Belew “Remain in Light”
The Living End
Xavier Rudd
Mental As Anything
Mark Seymour
Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band
Robert Randolph
Taj Farrant
Skegss
The Dreggs
South Summit
The Southern River Band
19-Twenty
Chain
Backsliders
Pierce Brothers
Áine Tyrrell
Ray Beadle
Steve Poltz
Daniel Champagne
Nik West (exclusive)
Roshani
Angelique Francis (exclusive)
Jovin Webb (exclusive)
Z-Star
Ben Catley
Laid Back Country Picker (exclusive)
Progressive Death Metal Visionaries Alkaloid Announce ‘Bach Out of Bounds’ Live Album
Progressive death metal innovators Alkaloid are merging worlds with their first-ever live album, ‘Bach Out of Bounds,’ out January 23, 2026 via Season of Mist. Recorded in the Netherlands at Bibelot and Paard van Troje, the album unites the brutal precision of metal with the timeless genius of Johann Sebastian Bach. Produced by Alkaloid and mixed by Hannes Grossmann, this monumental project transforms classical composition into a blazing new frontier of heavy art. The album’s lead single, “Haunter of the Void,” is available now on the Season of Mist YouTube channel.
‘Bach Out of Bounds’ features wild reimaginings of Bach’s “Allegro,” “Adagio – All Is Vanity,” and “Agnus Dei,” as well as fan favorites like “Cthulhu” and “A Fool’s Desire,” plus two new songs, “Beneath the Sea” and “Haunter of the Void.” The band’s intricate arrangements feature sopranos Rianne Wilbers and Chrysa Tsaltampasi, violinists Julija Hartig and Oene van Geel, accordionist Marieke Hopman, and cellist Ketevan Roinishvili. “I didn’t change any notes of Bach’s scores,” says frontman Morean, “but I took maximum liberty in how I arranged them.” Available in limited CD and vinyl editions, this record captures a fearless experiment where classical mastery meets cosmic metal invention.
Tracklist
1. Allegro (BMV 1052-I) (8:28)
2. Adagio – All Is Vanity (BMV 1052-II) (6:56)
3. Beneath the Sea (7:26)
4. Cthulhu (6:00)
5. Haunter of the Void (10:11)
6. A Fool’s Desire (8:55)
7. Agnus Dei (BMV 232) (6:25)
8. The Fungi From Yuggoth (7:47)
King Cruff Brings the Fire to Toronto with Skip Marley and Soul-Rebel Marley for the ‘BANTU KNOT BUTU TOUR’
Fast-rising Canadian-Jamaican artist King Cruff is turning up the energy as his ‘BANTU KNOT BUTU TOUR’ rolls through Toronto this Friday at Adelaide Hall, with special guests Skip Marley and Soul-Rebel Marley joining the bill for a one-night celebration of rhythm, roots, and culture. The tour kicked off this week in London, ON, following the release of King Cruff’s electrifying new single “6 MILLY,” produced by The Boy Kam (Drake, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj). Blending Toronto’s dancehall energy with Cruff’s signature lyrical intensity, “6 MILLY” channels what he describes as “proper yearning music” with “Shotta In Love type of energy.” Fans can stream the new track now via Tuff Gong Collective/Universal Music Canada.
Adding even more heart to the tour, proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to Hurricane Melissa Relief in partnership with The Bob Marley Foundation and The Rita Marley Foundation. King Cruff’s philanthropic spirit runs as deep as his beats, bringing together music and community for a cause that uplifts those in need. With his recent JUNO Award nomination for Reggae Recording of the Year, performances alongside Stephen and Damian Marley, and his high-octane festival runs, King Cruff continues to build a legacy rooted in creativity, unity, and unstoppable momentum.
‘BANTU KNOT BUTU TOUR’ Dates:
November 13 – London, ON @ Rum Runners
November 14 – Toronto, ON @ Adelaide Hall
November 28 – Québec City, QC @ District Saint-Joseph
Vanessa Carlton Unleashes Mystical New Single ‘Animal’
Vanessa Carlton is stepping into a wild new era with her spellbinding new single “Animal,” produced by Dave Fridmann, known for his visionary work with MGMT and Flaming Lips. The track, out now, gives fans an early glimpse of her upcoming album Veils, set for release in early 2026. Both visceral and haunting, “Animal” showcases Carlton’s poetic storytelling and deep creative intuition.
Carlton describes “Animal” as a meditation on stoicism, exploring what it means to surrender to forces beyond our control. “The idea of knowing we cannot control external forces; she is being hunted and she accepts the reality of what is happening,” she says. “The acceptance allows her to truly see the animal. Does she even identify with this creature? Every human has an animal within them. Are you hunting? Are you being hunted? Who is the animal?” It’s a stunning piece that captures the tension between instinct and awareness, human and beast.
Carlton’s artistry has always been defined by fearless transformation. From her discovery by music legend Ahmet Ertegun to the global impact of her debut hit “A Thousand Miles,” which topped the Billboard charts and earned multiple Grammy nominations, she has continued to shape her career with bold curiosity.
In recent years, she’s crossed artistic boundaries with remarkable grace. VICE’s documentary on “A Thousand Miles” even earned a 2022 News & Documentary Emmy nomination, further cementing the song’s cultural legacy. Carlton made her Broadway debut as Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical in 2019 and recently scored her first film, Wish You Were Here, alongside her husband John McCauley of Deer Tick for director Julia Stiles.
“Animal” is the sound of an artist fully in her element—instinctive, intuitive, and endlessly evolving. With Veils on the horizon, Vanessa Carlton continues to remind listeners of the magic that happens when vision and vulnerability collide.
Country Powerhouse Russell Dickerson Expands His Funky ‘RUSSELLMANIA TOUR 2026’
Russell Dickerson is turning up the volume in 2026 with a thrilling expansion of his RUSSELLMANIA TOUR. Known for his electrifying shows and feel-good energy, the multi-Platinum country star is bringing the heat to iconic stages across North America. Fans can catch him live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, The Greek Theatre, Gallagher Square at Petco Park, and more, as the unstoppable entertainer takes his “RUSSELLMANIA” spectacle to new heights.
Dasha and Niko Moon will join select dates, bringing even more flair to a tour that E! News praises for its “unstoppable energy fans can’t get enough of.” The newly added dates include Morrison, Los Angeles, San Diego, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Grand Rapids, with presale tickets for RD Fan Club members available now and general on-sale beginning Friday, Nov. 14 at 10 AM local time at RussellDickerson.com.
2026 ROUND 1 RUSSELLMANIA TOUR Dates:
4/23/2026 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater *
4/24/2026 – St Augustine, FL – The Saint Augustine Amphitheatre *
4/25/2026 – Orlando, FL – Addition Financial Arena *
5/13/2026 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre ^
5/20/2026 – Los Angeles, CA – The Greek Theatre ^
5/21/2026 – San Diego, CA – Gallagher Square At Petco Park ^
5/28/2026 – Cincinnati, OH – ICON Outdoors ^
5/29/2026 – Cleveland, OH – Jacobs Pavilion ^
5/30/2026 – Grand Rapids, MI – Acrisure Amphitheater ^
(*Dasha, ^Niko Moon)
25 B-Sides That Are Just as Good as the A-Side
Who said the B-side had to play second fiddle? These songs flipped the script, turning what could’ve been leftovers into legends. Some became fan favorites, others redefined their bands entirely. Let’s drop the needle on 25 B-sides that shine just as bright as the hits.
“Acquiesce” – Oasis
Britpop unity in four minutes. Noel and Liam share vocals like two halves of the same storm — proof that Oasis’ B-sides were better than most bands’ A-sides.
“Blue Dahlia” – The Gaslight Anthem
Tender, bruised, and cinematic. It’s like Bruce Springsteen stumbled into a midnight diner with Brian Fallon and left this song on the jukebox.
“Cuttooth” – Radiohead
Lost in the static between dreams and anxiety, “Cuttooth” feels like the moment your thoughts start glitching — a haunting outtake that deserved the spotlight.
“Dangerous” – Depeche Mode
A sultry pulse under flickering lights. Martin Gore’s whispered temptation and Alan Wilder’s hypnotic groove make this the secret twin to “Personal Jesus.”
“Dive” – Nirvana
Heavy as a raincloud and twice as moody, “Dive” proved Cobain didn’t need a hit to be seismic. It’s sludge, swagger, and sheer attitude.
“Don’t Let Me Down” – The Beatles
John Lennon at his most raw and romantic. Billy Preston’s keys dance behind a plea so honest it almost feels too intimate for vinyl.
“Evil Twin” – Arctic Monkeys
Alex Turner’s sneer drips over a bassline built for late-night chaos. “Evil Twin” could’ve led AM — instead, it became every fan’s secret weapon.
“Half the World Away” – Oasis
Acoustic melancholy bottled in a bedsit. Noel’s wistful strum turned wanderlust into poetry — the sound of dreaming beyond the council estate.
“Hey Hey What Can I Do” – Led Zeppelin
The rare Zeppelin track where heartbreak beats heroics. A whiskey-soaked singalong that feels more human than mythical.
“Hong Kong” – Gorillaz
An ambient daydream floating over ghostly strings. Damon Albarn turns loneliness into something beautiful and cinematic.
“How Soon Is Now?” – The Smiths
A B-side so iconic it became a generation’s anthem. Marr’s tremolo guitar hums like electricity through rain-soaked English streets.
“Luminous Times (Hold On to Love)” – U2
Between Joshua Tree shadows and desert light, Bono preaches love as salvation. A hymn disguised as a hidden track.
“My Dark Star” – Suede
Glam in grayscale. Brett Anderson sighs into the cosmos while Bernard Butler paints galaxies with guitar — melancholia never sounded so lush.
“Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want” – The Smiths
Two minutes of perfection. Morrissey’s yearning and Marr’s mandolin made this B-side one of the most emotional pleas ever pressed.
“Talk Show Host” – Radiohead
Brooding, cinematic, and effortlessly cool. Before OK Computer, this was Thom Yorke’s warning that something weirder was coming.
“Rain” – The Beatles
The sound of psychedelia being born. Ringo’s finest drumming moment and Lennon’s cloudy mysticism — both sides of the storm.
“She’s Always in My Hair” – Prince
Velvet funk and pure devotion. Prince turned heartbreak into groove, a masterclass in making pain sound sexy.
“Silver Springs” – Fleetwood Mac
Stevie Nicks singing her heart into dust. The song that almost broke Rumours — and later, brought it back to life.
“Soul to Squeeze” – Red Hot Chili Peppers
A soulful detour that became an accidental classic. Flea’s bass hums, Kiedis aches, and for once, everything just… breathes.
“Stop the World I Wanna Get Off with You” – Arctic Monkeys
Cheeky and smooth, it’s the flirty encore AM didn’t know it needed. Romantic chaos wrapped in a guitar riff.
“The Masterplan” – Oasis
The ultimate B-side philosophy: “We’re all part of the masterplan.” A song so good it gave its name to a whole compilation.
“The Upstairs Room” – The Cure
Robert Smith traded gloom for groove — synths shimmer, guitars sparkle, and even melancholy sounds danceable.
“Walk Straight Down the Middle” – Kate Bush
Fear meets freedom. Bush turns uncertainty into art with an ethereal climb that could float straight into the heavens.
“Wipe Out” – The Surfaris
Technically the flip, but c’mon — that laugh, that drum roll. The beach never recovered.
“Yellow Ledbetter” – Pearl Jam
The sound of a warm summer fading. Mike McCready’s guitar speaks in tongues while Vedder mumbles poetry only the heart understands.