Lady Gaga played Madison Square Garden (Night 1)

Lady Gaga brought the Mayhem Ball to Madison Square Garden and proved her legacy is without question one for the ages.

Sam Prekop - "A Book"

The new album from Sam Prekop is out this fall and today he's shared the second single, "A Book."

Death Cab for Cutie played Plans at Brooklyn Paramount (Night 3)

Death Cab for Cutie continued the celebration of the 20th anniversary for their album Plans at Brooklyn Paramount.

Militarie Gun - "B A D I D E A"

Hardcore band Militarie Gun have announced a new album, God Save the Gun, and shared the lead single "B A D I D E A."

Uhlmann Johnson Wilkes played Public Records (Night 2)

The trio of Gregory Uhlmann, Josh Johnson, and Sam Wilkes played two nights at Brooklyn's Public Records.

Clipse played Brooklyn Steel

After dropping their first new album in sixteen years, Clipse are back and their live show is proving that this isn't just a cash grab, these two mean serious business.

Lucy Dacus - "Bus Back to Richmond"

Lucy Dacus just released her new album, Forever is a Feeling, in April, but she's already decided to update the cover art and has shared two new songs.

Orcutt Shelley Miller - "Four-door Charger"

The second track from the upcoming record by the new trio Orcutt Shelley Miller is a sprawling sonic jam that finds them wielding absolute force.

Chappell Roan - "The Subway"

After playing it live for over a year, Chappell Roan has finally released the studio version of her already smash single "The Subway."

Yeah Yeah Yeahs played Beacon Theatre (Night 2)

The hometown heroes Yeah Yeah Yeahs are wrapping up their Hidden In Pieces Tour with three sold-out nights at New York's Beacon Theatre.

Blue Lake - "Strand"

Jason Dungan has shared another song from the upcoming Blue Lake album, The Animal.

Vines played Berlin Under A

Celebrating the release of her debut album, Vines played at intimate set at Berlin Under A.

Wednesday - "Pick Up That Knife"

Today is Thursday, but there's a new song from Wednesday out in the world.

Wu-Tang Clan and Run the Jewels played Madison Square Garden

For their "final" tour, Wu-Tang Clan has enlisted the almighty Run the Jewels to serve as their openers and made their hometown show in NYC one to remember.

Sam Prekop - "Light Shadow"

In September, Sam Prekop will release his new album Open Close and today he's shared the new song "Light Shadow."

Tyler, the Creator played Madison Square Garden (Night 1)

Tyler, the Creator is on a world conquering tour in support of his 2024 record, Chromakopia, and his first of two shows at Madison Square Garden was an all-out affair proving his ambitions and putting him amongst the ranks of the greatest of his generation.

L'Rain played Union Pool

 

L'Rain dazzled a sweaty afternoon crowd at Union Pool as part of their Summer Thunder series.

Lifeguard played Market Hotel

Rising rock band Lifeguard played Market Hotel to celebrate the release of their new album Ripped and Torn.

Agriculture - "Bodhidharma"

Agriculture have announced a new album, The Spiritual Sound, and shared the menacing lead single "Bodhidharma."

Hot Chip - "Devotion"

Hot Chip have announced a greatest hits compilation and shared a bonus new single, "Devotion."

Best of 2025 (so far)

Since 2015, I've designated 4th of July weekend as my mid-point of the year and the appropriate time to share my favorite music from the past six months and this year, while a tad late, is serving up some excellent new tunes.

Blue Lake - "Cut Paper"

Following this year's Weft EP, Jason Dungan has announced his new album, The Animal, as Blue Lake will be out in October and today you can hear the lead single, "Cut Paper."

Chicago Underground Duo - "Click Song"

Chicago Underground Duo are set to release their first new album in 11 years this August and today they shared the new single, "Click Song."

Fievel is Glauque played Night Club 101 (Early Show)

Originally scheduled for a rooftop set at Elsewhere in Bushwick, Fievel is Glauque were forced to move their show to Manhattan's Night Club 101 and split the night into two sets. 

The Besnard Lakes - "In Hollywood"

The Canadian space-rock unit returns with a soaring new track, "In Hollywood."

Fine - "Run"

Fine has shared "Run," her second new single of 2025.

Orcutt Shelley Miller - "A Star is Born"

The newly formed trio of Bill Orcutt, Steve Shelley, and Ethan Miller have announced their debut album and shared the lead single, "A Star is Born."

Nourished by Time - "9 2 5"

Nourished by Time has shared the second single from his upcoming album, The Passionate Ones.

Astrid Sonne played Baby's All Right

Astrid Sonne played a late night set in Brooklyn at Baby's All Right.

Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band played Radio City Music Hall

After having to cancel his New York show last year, Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band packed Radio City on Friday for a night of timeless hits.

Kim Gordon - "BYE BYE 25"

Kim Gordon re-works her own song from last year with a new, anti-Trump twist for 2025.

David Byrne - "Everybody Laughs"

David Byrne has announced, Who is the Sky?, his first new studio album since 2018's American Utopia. The lead single is called "Everybody Laughs."

Primavera Sound 2025

Barcelona's annual Primavera Sound took things to new heights by booking three women headliners (a first) to remind us all why it remains one of the world's premier music festivals.

Big Thief - "Incomprehensible"

Big Thief have announced their first album in three years, Double Infinity, and shared the lead single "Incomprehensible."

Panda Bear - "Virginia Tech"

Originally released as the b-side to "Defense," Panda Bear has made "Virginia Tech" available on streaming services.

Bloc Party played Forest Hills Stadium

In celebration of 20 years since the release of their debut album Silent Alarm, Bloc Party played Forest Hills Stadium in Queens.

Clipse - "Ace Trumpets"

Clipse are back and they're ready to usher in a frosty summer.

Nate Mercereau, Josh Johnson, Carlos Niño - "Hawk Dreams"

The trio of Nate Mercereau, Josh Johnson, and Carlos Niño have a new album coming out via Blue Note called Openness Trio and "Hawk Dreams" is the shining opening track.

Beyoncé played MetLife Stadium (Night 3)

Beyoncé's historic five-night run at MetLife Stadium is one for the ages and once again confirms her status as the artist of her generation.

Pulp - "Got to Have Love"

Pulp have shared the second single, "Got to Have Love" from their upcoming reunion album More.

Wednesday - "Elderberry Wine"

Wednesday return with their first new song since 2023's awesome Rat Saw God.

KOKOROKO - "Closer to Me"

The latest single from KOKOROKO's sophomore album has arrived.

Vines - "Evicted"

Vines have announced their debut full-length album and shared a new single, "Evicted."

Deafheaven played Warsaw

Hot off their excellent new album Lonely People with Power, the almighty Deafheaven crashed into Brooklyn's Warsaw for their second New York City show of the week.

Joseph Shabason and Dawn Richard - "Broken Hearted Sade"

Multi-instrumentalist Joseph Shabason and elite vocalist Dawn Richard have teamed-up for an inventive tribute to the one and only Sade.

Japanese Breakfast played Brooklyn Paramount (Night 2)

As part of the tour in support of her new album For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women), Michelle Zauner, aka Japanese Breakfast, has become the first artist to play a four night run at Brooklyn Paramount.

Kendrick Lamar and SZA played MetLife Stadium (Night 2)

Kendrick Lamar and SZA wrapped up their two-night run at MetLife Stadium with a top tier show that proves they're both at the top of their games.

Nourished by Time - "Max Potential"

Nourished by Time has announced a sophomore studio album, The Passionate Ones, and shared the slick new single "Max Potential."

André 3000 - "hotel lobby pianos"

Yesterday, André 3000 dropped a surprise new EP of piano instrumentals and showed up to the MET Gala dressed as the album cover with a piano strapped to his back.

MJ Lenderman and the Wind played Brooklyn Steel (Night 3)

MJ Lenderman and the Wind wrapped up their third consecutive sold-out night at Brooklyn Steel with blazing force and fiery passion making for a killer night of rock and roll.