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Song Diving with Tift Merritt
American Songwriter’s “Song Diving” podcast has released a new episode featuring singer-songwriter Tift Merritt, in which she discusses the stories behind songs including “Sugar,” “Traveling Alone,” “Mad World,” “Tambourine,” and “Good Hearted Man.” The episode forms part of an ongoing interview series in which the outlet explores how artists develop their songwriting craft, offering listeners…
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Tinashe Says Her Express Collab Features Outfits She’d ‘Actually Hang Out In’
Singer Tinashe has partnered with fashion retailer Express on a new clothing collaboration titled “Too Easy to Look This Good,” named after her 2026 single “Too Easy.” The campaign launches ahead of her forthcoming album, Popstar, due out on 25 September, and continues her growing presence in fashion following the success of her 2025 Urban…
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Empire of the Sun’s Luke Steele Says AI Can “Empower Artists That Know How to Use It”
Empire of the Sun singer Luke Steele has defended the use of artificial intelligence in music-making, telling iHeartRadio Canada that he uses AI tools “of course” and views them as simply another instrument at a musician’s disposal. His comments add him to a growing list of prominent musicians publicly weighing in on AI’s role in…
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The Skinner Brothers – TERRADOME (Official Music Video)
The Skinner Brothers are the artists behind this release, and “TERRADOME” is the official music video for their track of the same name. The song’s title conjures an imposing, almost sci-fi image, suggesting a bold, larger-than-life sound to match. Beyond the title, there’s little else confirmed about the video’s specific content, styling or accompanying release…
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The 1975 Donna Summer Hit That Caused a Terrifying Crowd Reaction: “I Thought I Was Going To Die”
Donna Summer’s 1975 disco hit “Love to Love You Baby” became a global sensation but also turned her into an unwilling sex symbol, culminating in a frightening moment when a concert in Italy descended into a near-riot. The 16-minute track, known for its breathy, sexually suggestive vocals, was a nightclub staple but left Summer uncomfortable…
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Country Songs Take All Five Slots in the Billboard Hot 100’s Top 5 for the First Time in Chart History
For the first time in Billboard Hot 100 history, country songs occupy all five positions in the chart’s top five, marking a milestone moment for the genre’s mainstream commercial dominance. The achievement reflects a convergence of factors including Ella Langley’s record-breaking chart run, Morgan Wallen’s continued popularity, Taylor Swift’s foray into country music, and the…
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Australia’s Biggest Outback Music Festival Sells Out 2026 Edition
The Mundi Mundi Bash, an outback music festival held near Broken Hill in New South Wales, has sold out its 2026 edition, with organisers expecting close to 15,000 attendees. The result is notable given the challenging conditions facing regional events, with organisers pointing to cost-of-living pressures and higher travel costs that have squeezed discretionary spending…
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“Wonderful”: In 1983, Bob Weir witnessed the greatest live act of his life
Talent scout John Hammond signed some of the 20th century’s greatest musicians, but among all his discoveries, bandleader Count Basie stood out as an act nobody ever doubted. Hammond first heard Basie’s band live on the radio in 1935, was instantly captivated, and quickly signed them, and he later called their 1936 recording session “the…
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3 Country Songs From 1975 That I Can’t Stop Listening to Today
An American Songwriter feature revisits three country songs from 1975 that the writer says remain enjoyable decades later, spanning heartfelt ballads, suggestive lyrics and a trucking novelty hit. The piece is part of the outlet’s recurring “The List” series looking back at older country and pop tracks. – “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain” by…
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Superstar magician Penn Jillette has a wild secret rock ‘n’ roll past that no-one ever talks about, and the “bloody scars” to prove it
A feature on rock website Louder revisits a little-known chapter in the life of magician and entertainer Penn Jillette, best known as one half of the Las Vegas illusionist duo Penn & Teller. The piece focuses on his connection to industrial metal supergroup Pigface, revealing that beneath his polished stage persona lies a genuine link…