World Music Blog

While visiting The Howard Stern Show recently, Billy Corgan opened up about a lot of different things, from his friendship with Lisa Marie Presley to how he proposed to his fiancée, Chloe Mendel; the Smashing Pumpkins even performed a couple of songs live in-studio.GET SMASHING PUMPKINS TICKETSBut in one vulnerable moment, Corgan shared what it's been like to face criticism inside—and outside—the music industry."Even when...

Launching her 2023 discography with a string of masterful techno cuts for the likes of Dolma Records, Kaligo Records and her own Kuukou Records, one of the circuit’s shining contemporary stars,...

Getting to perform at Coachella? That’s a big deal. Doing it as an independent artist? That’s even more impressive, and that’s exactly what Chicago duo DRAMA will do next month. While they prepare for the biggest stage of their career to date, the pair – smooth producer Ne’el Shehade and sterling vocalist Via Rosa – released their infectious new...

Pasquale Rotella, founder and CEO of the world’s leading music festival and live events experience creator Insomniac, announced the launch of the company’s 30th Anniversary celebrations in an inspiring and heartfelt...

If there’s one thing that music lovers know, it’s that the power of music has the ability to transcend space, time, culture, and more, and one artist who backs this ethos is Australian singer-songwriter, Wafia.The Brisbane-raised artist began her career in quite an unorthodox way, originally studying biochemistry at university until a lightbulb moment had her pursue her...

Dutch duo Bassjackers returns with their new release “Wrong or Right” on Spinnin’ Records, based on the famed melody from Nik Kershaw’s 1984 release “The Riddle.” While the original itself might...

It’s no secret that rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has built a career out of being controversial.Whether it’s instigating beef with hip hop heavyweights, or the famous “snitching” scandal that saw him escape a lengthy prison sentence, it seems that the rainbow-haired, Brooklyn-based rapper thrives on vitriolic hate directed towards him.So polarising is the rapper – real name Daniel Hernandez...

The mastermind behind a string of #1 hits, trailblazing French producer Space 92 is recognised as one of techno’s best-selling artists; a title he has held for the past three consecutive...

Reality TV competitions have chewed up and spit out so many talented musicians over the years, but not many get a second chance in the industry. That was never going to happen to the headstrong Milku, though. After making it to the semi-finals of Australia’s Got Talent as a teenager, Milku – real name Miles Elkington – has bounced...

Prepping a highly anticipated show at Ultra Music Festival this weekend, renowned DJ/productional duo Lucas & Steve now shares one of its newest weapons for this season’s mainstages. “Warp” sees the...

Ed Sheeran has sadness on his mind on new single ‘Eyes Closed’. Released today, the emotional pop track is “about losing someone, feeling like every time you go out and you expect to just bump into them, and everything just reminds you of them and the things you did together,” according to Sheeran.“You sorta have to take yourself out...

Berlin-based viral sensation Baby B3ns follows up her smash debut single “Baby Blizzard” with a heavyweight collaboration with Grammy-winning dance music DJ and producer Imanbek. Known for her unique, genre-smashing creations, Baby B3ns blends her infectious hyperpop...

Get excited, metal heads, Knotfest Australia is officially here, bringing some of the genres powerhouse acts together for a weekend of high-intensity, double-kick-drum action.The festival is coming to Melbourne’s Flemington Racecourse on March 24, Sydney’s Centennial Park on March 24 and Brisbane’s RNA Showgrounds on March 26. Here’s everything you need to know about Knotfest Australia 2023.Headlining the...

Orjan Nilsen and Mark Sixma officially launch their collaborative nilsix alias with “Anhedonia,” a menacing shot of melodic trance on Dreamstate Records, which serves as a sign of things to come from this mighty pairing. Norway’s Orjan Nilsen, and the Netherlands’ Mark...

Alternative rock is a hugely popular genre in Australia, but, coming into their second EP, Sunbleached sound prepped to make a significant dent in the scene. The Brisbane trio formed in one of 2020’s crushing lockdowns and have been steadily building their fanbase ever since, impressing with their combination of fuzzy guitar work and emotive lyricism. Think Fontaines D.C....

Following releases on Sony, OneSeven, Future House Music and nine previous releases across all the HEXAGON imprints, French DJ and producer Beauchamp, better known as BCMP, is proudly presenting a trio...

Amy Shark, the newly unveiled cover star of Rolling Stone AU/NZ, knows a thing or two about writing a successful song. So, it’s probably wise to trust her when she says she can’t fathom why a singer-songwriter like Adam Newling doesn’t have a massive hit to his name yet.The Australian Idol judge was revealed to be the next...

No stranger to the dizzying heights of Beatport’s top-charting territories, Enrico Sangiuliano stands as one of techno’s best-selling artists. Launching his ephemeral NINETOZERO imprint in 2022, the conceptually-guided producer continued his...

Image: @fredagainagainagainagainagain Fred again.., Four Tet, and Skrillex just can’t keep away from each other – the electronic music trio have now dropped a new single together. The proto-supergroup released ‘Baby again..’ today, a track that was first heard during Fred again..’s acclaimed Boiler Room set last year.A joint release was always going to happen after the trio...

In a next inventive twist of 90’s nostalgia, Dutch house maestro Joe Stone teams up with up-and-coming UK producer Brad Pearce for the lively club tune “Nothing But A Party.” The...