ALTÉGO drop their new original single “CALL ME” today on Arista Records, the first release of 2026 from the platinum-certified UK-based DJ duo and a deliberate step into new territory. Built around an instantly memorable hook and loaded with up-tempo, feel-good energy, the track signals a fresh chapter for Michael and Lukas as they launch their second US tour.
The duo frames it directly: “Pick up the phone! Our first single of the year ‘CALL ME’ is loaded with up-tempo, feel-good, carefree energy and built around an instantly memorable hook. We wanted to create a song that gets stuck in your head after one listen and keeps you coming back for more and we’re excited to kick off 2026 with our second US tour and something a little different from what we’ve done in the past but equally as exciting. A new era of dance-floor ready energy.” Listen here.
ALTÉGO arrive at this moment with serious momentum behind them. Their “ToxicPony” mashup of Britney Spears and Ginuwine crossed 130 million Spotify streams alone and earned platinum certification in Canada and Hungary, with gold certifications across Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, and Turkey. “Couldn’t Care Less” featuring Gia Koka climbed Spotify’s Top 200 in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden, earning IFPI Sverige Gold certification. Total worldwide streams now sit at over 250 million, with 17 billion views across social platforms.
Their recent sold-out headline show at London’s Roundhouse sold out in 48 hours, with additional sold-out dates in Boston, New York, Los Angeles, and Denver driving demand high enough to add Texas dates in Austin and Houston. With a country-twisted new project also in the works for 2026, “CALL ME” is just the opening move.
Gary Marks announces ‘Crossroads,’ a new LP due April 18th via Lantern Heights Records, and shares its lead single “I Guess It Never Stops.” The album gathers nine previously unheard songs alongside rare tracks spanning five decades of writing, with each side of the record running chronologically from 1976 through the 2020s. It is a significant body of work from a songwriter who never stopped creating, even after the industry stopped paying attention.
The groovy, buoyant lead single arrives with a lyric that lands with the full weight of Marks’ five decades of writing about power, compassion, and freedom. He lays it out plainly: “We’ve been recalled to Eden, but somehow Eden’s not the same. Ancient rainforest chopped down, strip mined, carried off in trains. We all know we’re doing it as we tear down this place we’re in. See it in boardrooms as they divide their share of it. See it in classroom books with little lies built in. See fathers playing God, when children sin, they’re shocked. I guess it never stops.”
‘Crossroads’ has been selected as an official Record Store Day UK/Europe title for an April release, a vinyl exclusive tracing the continuity of a voice that has remained steady and powerful across generations. Lantern Heights presents some of Marks’ most musically masterful and lyrically pointed work, including rare tracks that have never been widely heard.
Refusing to tour, Marks kept writing long after the music industry moved on. ‘Crossroads’ is the record that makes the full arc visible, fourteen tracks that bridge generations and remind listeners why albums and ideas still matter.
Kuzi Cee drops “Rain” today on Universal Music Canada, his follow-up to the breakout hit “Rather Be” and another confident step from one of Canada’s most compelling young R&B voices. Produced by Aeon Wang and mixed by GRAMMY Award-winning engineer Teezio, known for his work with Chris Brown and Gunna, the single moves over moody, cinematic production with a controlled yet impassioned vocal performance that asks a simple, loaded question: will you stay when things get hard?
Kuzi speaks directly to the heart of it: “Rain is about loving someone the right way. Learning them, showing up with intention, and not running when things get hard. If it’s real, you stay, even when it isn’t easy.” Listen here.
“Rather Be” continues to climb at radio, marking Kuzi’s first entry on the Billboard Canada CHR/Top 40 Airplay chart and earning him an iHeartRadio Future Star designation. The single has crossed 2.9 million global streams and generated over 60 million impressions across social platforms. Today also marks the premiere of his Northern Touch Live performance, delivering both “Rain” and “Rather Be” backed by a full live band, a showcase of the stage presence and vocal control that set him apart in today’s R&B landscape.
Forty years on, the Pretty in Pink soundtrack still hits. UMe marks the anniversary of the 1986 John Hughes classic with a limited-edition reissue of its iconic soundtrack, out now. The ‘Pretty in Baby Pink’ color vinyl LP comes housed in a gatefold sleeve with film photography and includes two bonus tracks previously unavailable on the soundtrack: Otis Redding’s “Try a Little Tenderness” and Talk Back’s “Rudy.”
The original soundtrack was a defining cultural document of its era, and the tracklist holds up without apology. “If You Leave” by OMD, The Psychedelic Furs’ Top 5 title track “Pretty in Pink,” New Order’s “Shell-Shock,” Echo & The Bunnymen’s “Bring on the Dancing Horses,” The Smiths’ “Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want,” and INXS deep-cut “Do Wot You Do” all appear, alongside contributions from Suzanne Vega featuring Joe Jackson, Jesse Johnson, Belouis Some, and Danny Hutton Hitters.
The film itself starred Molly Ringwald and Andrew McCarthy, with supporting performances from Harry Dean Stanton, Jon Cryer, Annie Potts, and James Spader. Directed by Howard Deutch and written and executive produced by Hughes, it remains one of his most enduring cultural touchstones. Pretty in Pink is also available now on digital in remastered 4K Ultra HD from Paramount Pictures.
The 40th Anniversary edition is released with the co-operation of the Hughes Company and Paramount Pictures. A standard black 1LP featuring the original tracklist is available alongside the color pressing.
Pretty In Pink 40th Anniversary ‘Pretty In Baby Pink’ Color Vinyl Tracklist:
Side A:
“If You Leave” – Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD)
“Left of Center” – Suzanne Vega (feat. Joe Jackson)
“Get to Know Ya” – Jesse Johnson
“Do Wot You Do” – INXS
“Pretty in Pink” – The Psychedelic Furs
“Try A Little Tenderness” – Otis Redding
Side B:
“Shell-Shock” – New Order
“Round, Round” – Belouis Some
“Wouldn’t It Be Good” – Danny Hutton Hitters
“Bring on the Dancing Horses” – Echo & The Bunnymen
“Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want” – The Smiths
Sunday (1994) release ‘Devotion (Deluxe)’ today on Arista Records, adding three new tracks to their beloved debut album and closing the Devotion era with one final chapter. The band recorded everything in their one-bedroom apartment, writing on the road in London, in the rural Cotswolds, and at home in California. It is deeply personal work, and it sounds like it.
The band puts it plainly: “Three brand new songs and the final chapter in the Devotion saga. Written on the road in London, the Cotswolds in rural England and at home in California, and all recorded in our one bedroom apartment. This is us at our most personal. And now it’s yours. You’re born alone, you die alone and in between we’ll see you at The Fairground.”
The three new tracks are “Shame,” “The Fairground,” and “Darling, I’ve Done This Dance Before.” Focus track “Shame,” premiering on ALT Nation, layers angelic vocals over heavy lyrical territory as Paige sings “It’s such a shame / We wanna be lovers / But they want us dead.” The band describes the song as “when two heavenly creatures are forced apart by small-minded preachers, one takes matters into her own hands. Because sometimes life itself is sick in the head.” It is arresting and cinematic, exactly what Sunday (1994) do best.
The original Devotion was named a best new album of the week by NPR and drew praise from Far Out Magazine, PAPER, Billboard, Rolling Stone, and more. The band supported Phantogram on a Western U.S. run, headlined their debut U.K. tour (sold out), and delivered a standout set at All Things Go in Washington DC alongside Noah Kahan, Doechii, Clairo, and Remi Wolf. The Devotion era closes April 29th with a special evening at the Masonic Lodge at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Tickets are on sale now.
Baby Queen drops “Feel Something” today on Insanity Records, the second single from her not yet announced second studio album. It follows the scintillating lead single “I Hope You Don’t Remember Me” and announces itself immediately, opening in a whirl of 80s pop atmospherics before erupting into frenetic bass grooves, epic guitar lines, and propulsive drums. The hook is indelible. This is indie-pop with real force behind it.
Bella Latham speaks directly about the song: “This song took many months to write. It details the thrill of a forbidden romance wherein for me, desire is overriding common sense. It’s wild and free and perhaps more emotionally naive than the rest of the record, but there’s also a lot of tension and a deep sense of yearning in it. It has always felt like a kind of beginning to me narrative-wise, because everything starts with the inception of a feeling.”
The single arrives after Baby Queen’s recent return to the live stage at London’s Hoxton Hall, where she made a grand entrance on a horse-drawn funeral carriage, a symbolic tribute to the death of her ego. She debuted new songs alongside fan favourites, backed by musicians from the new album, including producer Alex Casnoff on keys.
The new record was born out of a starkly emotional period. Latham left London for New York and then LA, where she connected with Casnoff and found a collaborator who instinctively understood her creative vision. Their sessions across LA and London capture an artist leaning into a visceral, raw new sound that feels immediate and uncompromising.
Baby Queen’s previous credits include the breakout “Colours of You” for Netflix’s Heartstopper, a tour with Olivia Rodrigo, and her critically acclaimed Top 5 debut album ‘Quarter Life Crisis’ in 2023. “Feel Something” is out now.
The Medicine Dolls are one of the most visually and sonically distinct underground rock acts working today, and “Tip The Waitress” makes that case without apology. Out now on Just Music, the new single is a snarling, glam-soaked punk track recorded at Atomic Studios in Cape Town with long-time producer Matthew Fink. It lands with the kind of unhinged energy the band has built their reputation on.
Formed in 2018 by vocalist Gory Guttersnipe and bassist Bex Knickerless, the four-piece later locked in guitarist Slava Nikonov and drummer Callula Jane Clay-Smith. Drawing from cult touchstones like The Cramps, The B-52s, Nina Hagen, and modern provocateur Ashnikko, the band fuses punk grit with campy theatricality and dark glamour into something that feels both vintage and futuristic.
The accompanying music video was directed by South African filmmaker Ryan Kruger, known globally for his surreal, grindhouse-inflected visual style and the boundary-pushing feature film Fried Barry. Kruger’s direction leans hard into the Dolls’ signature aesthetic, pushing their punk sleaze and subversive imagery into even more daring territory. The result is a visually explosive piece that matches the song’s ferocious energy beat for beat.
“Tip The Waitress” is The Medicine Dolls at their most unapologetic, a reminder that the most exciting rock coming out of South Africa’s alternative scene right now has a Cape Town address.
Jack Harlow is back, and he made this one in New York. The GRAMMY-nominated, diamond-selling rapper releases his fourth studio album, Monica, today on Atlantic Records. Nine tracks recorded at the legendary Electric Lady Studios, where the history of the building became part of the process. This is Harlow recharged and working at a level that matches the room.
Monica arrives with a producer list that means business: Aksel Arvid, Jermaine Paul, Clay Harlow, Angel “BabeTruth” Lopez, and Hollywood Cole all contribute, bringing a range that gives the album room to move. Featured artists include Robert Glasper, Ravyn Lenae, Omar Apollo, and rising Louisville R&B talent James Savage. The tracklist opens with “Trade Places” and closes with “Say Hello,” nine songs that reflect Harlow’s time living and working in the city.
The album follows Jackman., which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Rap Albums chart. “Lovin On Me” recently joined Spotify’s Billions Club, making it his first solo song to reach the milestone, joining billion-stream collaborations “Industry Baby” and “3D.” Total global streams now sit at 32.4 billion.
Beyond music, Harlow founded the annual Gazebo Festival in Louisville and established The Jack Harlow Foundation in 2023, distributing funds and product donations to Kentucky organizations. He also appeared alongside Matt Damon and Casey Affleck on screen, and collaborated with Jil Sander and Marni in 2024.
Monica is out now on all platforms here. The official vinyl is available for pre-order.
Buffalo Traffic Jam are having a moment, and they know exactly what to do with it. The Bozeman-born folk duo of Frankie Cassidy and Nathan Ross drop their new single “Hanging on Hope” today on Arista Records, arriving mid-run of their completely sold-out inaugural Take Me Home Tour. Clubs packed with fans singing back every word. That’s the current reality for this duo.
“Hanging on Hope” opens on warmly wistful acoustic guitar before swelling into strings, piano, and drums, with Cassidy’s smoky vocal carrying the emotional weight of a love he can’t release. The track is raw and quietly devastating, one of the most affecting things they’ve put to tape. It builds on the foundation laid by January’s “I Don’t Care” and the breakout “Fool’s Gold,” which sits at No. 3 on the Adult Alternative Airplay chart and has crossed 65 million streams since September.
Cassidy puts it plainly: “‘Hanging on Hope’ is about attempting a last-ditch effort to salvage a relationship that was lost. When you truly believe in something and want it to work, your mind can think that being mentally abused by the situation is preferable to losing what once was.”
The lyric video finds Frankie and Nathan back home in a lived-in Bozeman practice space, DIY and familiar. Billboard has named the duo their current Chartbreaker. American Songwriter premiered the track, calling it “an incredibly listenable mash of styles with country undertones and an indie rock angst.” Monthly Spotify listeners have surpassed 3.4 million.
The Take Me Home Tour runs deep into 2026, including back-to-back sold-out nights at the Troubadour in West Hollywood, festival appearances at MerleFest, BottleRock, Bonnaroo, and Bourbon & Beyond, support slots with Turnpike Troubadours and Goose, and a European run that includes Dublin, Berlin, London, and Glasgow.
Buffalo Traffic Jam Tour Dates:
Mar 13 – Charlotte, NC @ The Evening Muse (SOLD OUT)
Mar 14 – Columbia, SC @ St. Pat’s in Five Points
Mar 17 – New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge (SOLD OUT)
Mar 18 – Cambridge, MA @ The Sinclair (SOLD OUT)
Turn down the lights and crank the amps. The 1970s produced a generation of artists whose songs became part of the cultural DNA of rock and pop. Decades later, many of those same performers are still stepping on stage with the same spark that filled arenas the first time around. These 30 legends built their careers in the 1970s and continue to tour, proving that great songs and great performers never really slow down.
Al Stewart The voice behind “Year of the Cat” still brings storytelling and folk rock elegance to the stage. His concerts feel like an evening of musical time travel.
America Their breezy harmonies and acoustic classics still fill theaters. Songs like “A Horse With No Name” sound just as warm live today.
Art Garfunkel Few voices in pop history are as instantly recognizable. His live shows highlight decades of beautiful melodies and timeless songwriting.
Billy Joel The Piano Man continues to sell out massive venues. Every concert turns into a giant singalong of New York storytelling classics.
Bob Dylan More than 60 years into his career, Dylan still tours constantly. Each show brings new arrangements and a reminder of his unmatched songwriting legacy.
Bonnie Raitt Slide guitar brilliance and soulful vocals make her concerts unforgettable. Her live performances remain warm, powerful, and deeply musical.
Bruce Springsteen Few performers match The Boss for energy and marathon sets. With the E Street Band behind him, every show feels legendary.
Carlos Santana Santana still blends Latin rhythms, blues, and psychedelic guitar into hypnotic concerts. His tone alone can light up an arena.
Chicago Horn driven rock classics continue to fill venues worldwide. Their catalog spans generations of fans.
Don McLean “American Pie” still brings audiences to their feet. His concerts are filled with stories behind the songs.
Daryl Hall The Hall & Oates co founder still tours with a stellar band. Soulful pop classics remain crowd favorites.
Earth, Wind & Fire Funk, soul, and disco brilliance power their live shows. Their 2026 tour with Lionel Richie proves the groove never stops.
Elvis Costello Sharp songwriting and fearless live performances define his concerts. No two shows are ever quite the same.
Graham Nash The Crosby, Stills & Nash legend still tours with acoustic warmth and timeless harmonies.
Heart Ann Wilson’s powerhouse vocals remain one of rock’s greatest instruments. Their concerts are packed with soaring classics.
Jackson Browne His reflective songwriting continues to shine on stage. Fans still hang on every lyric.
James Taylor Gentle melodies and rich storytelling make his concerts feel personal. The songs still connect across generations.
Jethro Tull Ian Anderson still leads theatrical progressive rock performances. The flute solos remain as iconic as ever.
John Fogerty The voice behind Creedence Clearwater Revival still brings swamp rock energy to the stage.
Kansas “Carry On Wayward Son” still sends crowds into the stratosphere. Their violin driven rock remains powerful live.
Little River Band Smooth harmonies and soft rock classics keep audiences singing along.
Marshall Tucker Band Southern rock traditions live on through their touring lineup. The groove is still unmistakable.
Neil Young Whether acoustic or electric, his shows feel spontaneous and raw. The music remains fearless.
Peter Frampton The guitar hero behind the massive 1976 album ‘Frampton Comes Alive!’ still brings melodic rock and that famous talk box sound to stages. His concerts feel warm, celebratory, and packed with singalong moments.
REO Speedwagon Arena rock staples since the late 1970s, REO Speedwagon continue to deliver huge choruses and crowd favorites. Songs like “Keep On Loving You” and “Take It On the Run” still turn every venue into a full voice singalong.
Rod Stewart Charisma, swagger, and decades of hits fill every show. His concerts are pure entertainment from start to finish.
Sting The former Police frontman continues touring with a mix of solo classics and Police hits.
The Doobie Brothers Groovy guitar riffs and California cool define their live shows. Their upcoming tours continue the legacy.
Van Morrison Soulful vocals and jazz influenced arrangements make every performance unique.
ZZ Top Blues rock grooves and legendary riffs keep the Texas trio’s legacy alive on stage.
