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The 1969 album Steve Van Zandt crowned “the highest pinnacle” of classic rock

  • Van Zandt calls The Who’s Tommy rock’s artistic pinnacle.
  • The 1969 album helped define the concept-album format.
  • He also praises The Who’s inventive live recordings.

Steve Van Zandt has described The Who’s 1969 rock opera Tommy as “the highest pinnacle of the art form”. The article presents the praise as recognition of the album’s ambitious storytelling and its role in demonstrating that an LP could function as a unified artistic work rather than…

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Top Songwriters For Morgan Wallen, Post Malone & Demi Lovato Reveal Why Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Is a Lasting Hit: ‘There Are No Wasted Notes’

  • "Choosin' Texas" reaches 15 weeks at #1 on Billboard Hot 100, breaking the record for longest chart reign by a solo female artist without featured performers
  • Industry songwriters credit the track's success to its memorable guitar hook, Langley's authentic delivery, and relatable emotional storytelling

Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" has extended its record-breaking run atop the Billboard Hot 100, prompting top country and pop songwriters to explain why the track has proven such an enduring hit. Written by Langley alongside Miranda Lambert, Luke Dick and JoyBeth Taylor, the song has been praised for…

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Kim Theory: Meet the L.A. Teen Punk Band That’s Playing Lollapalooza

  • All-female L.A. teenage pop-punk band Kim Theory debuts at Lollapalooza on July 30
  • Four high school juniors formed in 2024, named after influential female musicians Kim Gordon, Kim Deal, and Kim Shattuck
  • Band also scheduled to open for Finn Wolfhard's aftershow despite age restrictions typically barring 16-year-olds from venue

Kim Theory, an all-female teenage pop-punk quartet from Los Angeles, are set to make their debut at Lollapalooza on 30 July 2026. In an interview with Rolling Stone, the four 16-year-old members came across as articulate and good-humoured, discussing their rise from garage jam sessions to playing one…

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Peter Gabriel – “One By One”

  • Gabriel releases 10-minute track "One by One" as part of album rollout; new songs arrive with each full moon
  • Song explores themes of reassembly and repair through mythical character Mozo, drawing on alchemy and Japanese kintsugi philosophy
  • Features orchestral production by Gabriel; paired with Canadian sculptor David Altmejd's artwork; two mixes available across lunar cycles

Peter Gabriel has released "One By One," the latest instalment in the extended rollout of his forthcoming album o/i, with new tracks appearing on each full moon throughout the year rather than as a handful of advance singles. The near-ten-minute song revives Mozo, a mythical character Gabriel first…

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STEVE VAI, BILLY SHEEHAN, MICHAEL ANTHONY, GILBY CLARKE Among Artists Set To Appear At 2026 ‘Vegas Rocks! Magazine Music Awards’

  • Vegas Rocks! Music Awards returns 20 September 2026 in Las Vegas
  • Sammy Hagar to receive Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Steve Vai, Billy Sheehan, Michael Anthony among honourees; tickets from $25

Vegas Rocks! Magazine will hold its eighth annual Music Awards on Sunday, 20 September 2026 at The Orleans Showroom in Las Vegas, an event honouring both established rock figures and emerging talent. The show will see rock legend Sammy Hagar receive a Lifetime Achievement Award, alongside a line-up…

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BTS Say No to the 2027 Grammys

  • BTS withdrew from 2027 Grammy consideration, stating they prefer their music evaluated without geographic or linguistic boundaries
  • Withdrawal follows Grammy Academy's introduction of a new 'Best Asian Pop Music Performance' category designed to recognize K-pop and similar genres
  • Reflects ongoing tensions about how major awards institutions categorize and recognize global artists

BTS have announced they will not submit their music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards, due to take place on 7 February 2027. All seven members—RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, V, Jungkook and Jimin—shared identical statements on their personal Instagram Stories, saying they hope their music can "be…

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total tommy Announces New Album ‘Trapezoid’

  • Australian artist total tommy (Jess Holt) will release her second album 'Trapezoid' on October 23rd via Play It Again Sam
  • The 11-track record follows her 2024 debut 'Bruises' and blends 90s grunge sensibilities with contemporary pop influences
  • The title track, now available, reflects themes of self-acceptance and embracing imperfection rather than pursuing symmetry

Australian songwriter total tommy, real name Jess Holt, has announced her second album, 'Trapezoid', due for release on 23rd October via Play It Again Sam. The Melbourne-born, Sydney-based artist follows up her well-received 2024 debut 'Bruises', which fused 90s grunge influences with pop sensibilities and candid, Gen Z-inflected…

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Rapper Lil Tecca Set as Newest Fortnite Festival Icon (Gaming News Roundup)

  • Lil Tecca becomes Fortnite Festival's Season 15 icon, with new cosmetics and music pass launching Thursday
  • Collaboration includes outfit, pickaxe, back bling and four new playable tracks from the artist's catalogue
  • Part of Fortnite's ongoing strategy to attract music fans through celebrity artist partnerships

Lil Tecca has been announced as the Season 15 Icon for Fortnite Festival, the latest musician to headline the in-game rhythm mode, joining artists such as past Icons in a promotional push that ties Fortnite's music content to real-world touring acts. From this Thursday, players will be able…

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On This Day in 1968, Johnny Cash Was at No. 1 With a Prison Song That Led To Real Legal Issues

  • Cash's "Folsom Prison Blues" hit No. 1 for four weeks from 1968.
  • Song was written in the Air Force, later recorded live at Folsom Prison.
  • Gordon Jenkins sued for plagiarism; Cash settled for about $75,000.

On 29 July 1968, Johnny Cash's "Folsom Prison Blues" was in the midst of a four-week run at number one on the Hot Country Songs chart, more than a decade after he first wrote and recorded it. Cash originally composed the song while serving in the US Air…

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“The Hardest Decision I’ve Ever Had To Make”: Megan Moroney Breaks Down in Tears After Canceling Denver Show Just Two Songs In

  • Megan Moroney cancelled her Denver show after three songs due to illness.
  • She tearfully apologised to fans backstage, calling it a heartbreaking choice.
  • Rescheduled Denver date set for 27 August; tickets honoured, refunds available.

Country singer Megan Moroney cancelled her Denver concert on 29 July 2026 just three songs into the set after realising she was too unwell to continue, telling the crowd she could not give them a full performance. The singer, known for hits including "6 Months Later" and "No…

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