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Music covers the people, performances and recordings that shape what we hear, from classic rock and pop to newer artists and regional industries. It also includes the stories behind songs, albums, tours and the creative choices that give them lasting appeal.

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For readers, music offers both discovery and connection: a chance to find new voices, revisit familiar favourites and understand how artists build their work and careers. Disputes over samples, reunions and the changing business of entertainment show how creativity, money and cultural influence intersect.

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Vote For The Song Of The Summer 2026

  • Stereogum invites readers to choose Summer 2026’s defining song.
  • Any song is eligible, from major hits to obscure tracks.
  • Voting closes on 6 August at 9am ET.

Stereogum has opened its annual readers’ poll to choose the Song of the Summer 2026. Readers may nominate any track that best represents their summer, regardless of popularity, genre or critical reception, making the poll a measure of personal and community musical taste rather than commercial success. The…

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See 12 Incarnations of Genesis Perform ‘The Carpet Crawlers’ Across Five Decades

  • A deep cut became Genesis’s enduring live finale.
  • It bridged Gabriel, Collins and Wilson eras.
  • The article compares 12 versions across five decades.

Rolling Stone traces the long live history of Genesis’s “The Carpet Crawlers” through 12 performances and recordings spanning five decades. Although it was not a hit on release, the song became a durable part of the band’s repertoire and a notable link between its different line-ups. - Originally…

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Tame Impala Brings Out Jennie And Djo In Boston

  • Jennie joined Tame Impala for “Dracula” in Boston.
  • The remix has become a top-five US hit.
  • Djo also performed “Loser” with the band.

Tame Impala invited Jennie of Blackpink and Djo on stage during its second Boston show at TD Garden, marking the first live performance of the Jennie remix of “Dracula”. The appearance underlines the band’s growing pop crossover appeal, with the remix becoming a major international hit. “Dracula”, initially…

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Watch: SCORPIONS Joined On Stage By Finnish Crossover Classical Concert Violinist LINDA LAMPENIUS

  • Linda Lampenius joined Scorpions on stage in Helsinki.
  • She performed on two of the band’s best-known ballads.
  • The appearance came during Scorpions’ continuing anniversary tour.

Scorpions were joined by Finnish violinist Linda Lampenius during their 28 July concert at Helsinki’s Veikkaus Arena, where she performed on “Send Me An Angel” and “Wind Of Change”. The guest appearance paired the veteran German rock band with a prominent crossover classical musician and formed part of…

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Dedicated followers of passion: the Kinks’ 40 greatest songs – ranked!

  • The article ranks 40 songs by the influential British band.
  • It emphasises the Kinks’ social observation and emotional range.
  • Several overlooked tracks receive renewed attention.

The Guardian ranks the Kinks’ 40 greatest songs to coincide with a London exhibition about Ray and Dave Davies. The selection argues that the band’s lasting strength lay in combining hard rock, domestic observation, social satire and melancholy, while recognising occasional late-career highlights. - The lower end includes…

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Silksong’s new replacement is about to become the best action game of the year

  • Chronoscript blends hand-drawn 2D exploration with a 3D manuscript world.
  • Players are an editor trapped by a vampire writer.
  • A short demo impressed Polygon with its distinctive visual design.

Chronoscript: The Endless End is an upcoming exploration-focused action-adventure from DeskWorks, in which players control an editor trapped inside an unfinished manuscript by its vampire author. A hands-on preview suggests it could stand out through its striking presentation and Metroidvania-style exploration, though the article’s enthusiasm is based on…

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The 1968 song that provided Dave Davies’ greatest vocal performance: “It suits me”

  • Dave Davies considered ‘Strangers’ his finest vocal performance.
  • The Kinks released the song on a 1970 album.
  • Its reflective style suited Davies’ voice.

Dave Davies regarded ‘Strangers’, a song he wrote for The Kinks’ 1970 album *Lola Versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part One*, as his greatest vocal performance, saying its tone suited him naturally. The song matters because it highlights Davies’ often-overlooked contribution as a singer and songwriter alongside his…

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Spotify rolls out new personalized running features for Premium users

  • Spotify launches personalised Running Mode for US iOS Premium users.
  • Playlists can match workout type, duration and running tempo.
  • The feature revives a running tool retired in 2018.

Spotify has introduced Running Mode, a personalised music feature for Premium subscribers in the United States using its iOS app. The move expands Spotify’s fitness offering and revives a similar tempo-based running feature that the company discontinued in 2018, reflecting continued demand for workout-focused playlists. Users can select…

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Ryan Bingham Signs With WME (EXCLUSIVE)

  • Ryan Bingham has signed with WME for global music representation.
  • Range Media Partners retains his film and television representation.
  • The “Yellowstone” actor is continuing major live dates this summer.

Ryan Bingham has signed with WME for worldwide music representation, while Range Media Partners will continue to represent him in film and television. The move brings a prominent Americana musician and “Yellowstone” actor to the agency as he continues touring and releasing new music. Bingham’s career spans nearly…

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Spotify Running Mode helps match tunes to tempo

  • Spotify launches AI-powered Running Mode for Premium subscribers
  • Playlists can be tailored by BPM, genre and workout type
  • Available on iOS in seven English-speaking and Nordic markets

Spotify has launched an AI-powered Running Mode for Premium subscribers, allowing runners to create playlists tailored to their preferred tempo, musical tastes and workout goals. The feature is intended to make selecting suitable running music quicker, while offering optional spoken coaching prompts. Running Mode includes 25 preset playlists…

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