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24(Ish) Hours After: WHATMORE’s First Headline Show, Featuring Liim
While it’s not 24 hours after, or even 48, for that matter, WHATMORE’s debut headlining show, featuring Liim, was surely one I had to write home (to Hypebeast) about.If you’re unfamiliar with the New York City-born and bred superground, the city flows through the five-piece friend group’s veins. Comprised of Cisco Swank, Yoshi T., Elijah Judah, Jackson August, and Sebastiano, the guys met at LaGuardia High School, formally ~making it official with music in 2024.Upon one scroll through any of their social media accounts – or even the communal WHATMORE pages – you’ll find each of the twentysomething members of the ascending ensemble embody a textbook NYC ethos like it's second nature, palpable even through a screen. You’re likely to find the gang at the bodega, bar, bowling alley, or just ro...
Kennedy Center Says Stephen Schwartz Didn’t Cancel, Because He Was Never Booked
Even though tickets for an event listing him as host were available on the venue's website. Kennedy Center Says Stephen Schwartz Didn’t Cancel, Because He Was Never Booked Alex Young
Peter Gabriel Announces New Album o/i
The first single, "Been Undone," will be released alongside the first full moon of the year on January 3rd. Peter Gabriel Announces New Album o/i Wren Graves
Guitarist Nita Strauss Expecting First Child
The Alice Cooper band member and solo artist is expecting a baby boy with husband Josh Villalta. Guitarist Nita Strauss Expecting First Child Spencer Kaufman
Drake Faces RICO Lawsuit over Allegedly Fraudulent Gambling Scheme
The Virginia class-action lawsuit alleges that Drake benefitted from a network of bots that artificially boosted his streams. Drake Faces RICO Lawsuit over Allegedly Fraudulent Gambling Scheme Wren Graves
Alex Van Halen Confirms He and Steve Lukather Are Working on New Album
The tracks are expected to feature unreleased recordings by the late Eddie Van Halen. Alex Van Halen Confirms He and Steve Lukather Are Working on New Album Spencer Kaufman
PJ Harvey Confirms She’s Working on New Album
In a New Year's post, the UK singer-songwriter shared she's writing new music. PJ Harvey Confirms She’s Working on New Album Scoop Harrison
Black Sabbath’s Geezer Butler Using AI Singer to Present New Solo Songs to Vocalists
The metal icon is using AI technology in the process of recording his upcoming solo album. Black Sabbath’s Geezer Butler Using AI Singer to Present New Solo Songs to Real-Life Vocalists Spencer Kaufman
Nardwuar Honored with Order of Canada Appointment
The Vancouver legend was recognized for his "distinctive interview style" and "tireless research." Nardwuar Honored with Order of Canada Appointment Eddie Fu
Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’ Is 2025’s Most-Streamed Rap Album on Spotify
SummaryKendrick Lamar’s GNX has been crowned the most-streamed rap album on Spotify in 2025, earning 2.98 billion streams — outperforming the next closest album by nearly a billionThe top five is dominated by a mix of new releases and classic catalog favorites: Playboi Carti’s MUSIC (2.16B) and Tyler, The Creator’s CHROMAKOPIA (1.66B) follow Kendrick, while Kanye West’s Graduation (1.50B) and Lamar’s own DAMN. (1.45B) continue to post massive numbersGNX is currently the frontrunner for the 2026 GRAMMY Awards, where Kendrick leads all nominees with nine nods, including Album of the Year and Best Rap AlbumKendrick Lamar’s GNX has been crowned the most-streamed rap album on Spotify in 2025.Hip Hop All Day reports that Dot’s November 2024 album earned a total of 2.98 billion streams last year,...
Yungblud Teams Up with Smashing Pumpkins for New Version of “Zombie”
The UK vocalist enlisted the alt-rock legends for a new take on his hit ballad. Yungblud Teams Up with Smashing Pumpkins for New Version of “Zombie”: Stream Spencer Kaufman
BTS Officially Announces March 2026 Comeback
SummaryBIGHIT MUSIC officially confirmed that BTS will release their first group album in nearly four years on March 20, 2026, following the completion of all seven members' mandatory military serviceThe comeback date was first revealed through handwritten New Year letters sent to Weverse fan-club members, featuring personal messages of gratitude from the members and the date "2026.03.20" printed alongside a new logoBTS is officially making their comeback this 2026.The group’s label BIGHIT MUSIC confirmed the news on X by sharing an article with the translated caption, “March 20th comeback confirmed.” The Naver article previewed a handwritten letter that the K-pop group sent to fans with a Weverse membership, penning short messages of gratitude with the March 20 date. Additional info regar...
