In September 2026, the Essex‑based punk duo The Meffs dropped their second studio album, Business, a 35‑minute barrage that turns the music industry into its own target. Guitarist‑vocalist Lily ...

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In September 2026, the price of a barrel of crude oil has climbed to roughly $110, a level that could push the cost of vinyl records higher. The link between oil prices and vinyl production dates back ...

On a crisp September morning, Suno announced the rollout of its new v6 model family, a move that brings the AI‑powered music creation platform a step closer to mainstream acceptance. The launch, which ...

Suno’s newest AI music engine, Suno v6, went live on September 9 2026, ushering in a third‑generation suite that replaces every earlier model worldwide. The release introduces three distinct ...

On November 20 2026, Bushbranch/Surfdog Records will issue a new Enhanced Edition of Eric Clapton and JJ Cale’s 2006 collaboration, The Road to Escondido. The release marks the 20th anniversary of the ...

When the 1996 album that defined a generation hits the stage again, The Wallflowers are taking fans on a full‑album journey to Australia for the first time. The 30th‑anniversary tour of Bringing Down ...

On Tuesday, September 15, Brandon University’s School of Music will launch its 2026 Pro Series with a faculty concert that blends newly commissioned works and cross‑genre collaborations. The evening ...

Korn has wrapped up recording its next studio project, the first batch of new material since the 2022 release of Requiem. The announcement came shortly after the surprise single “Reward the Scars” was ...

On August 28, 2026, the Prince Estate unveiled Timeless, a retrospective collection that, to the surprise of many, includes freshly overdubbed horn lines absent from the 2003 original of “Calabama.” ...

Arts Council England has announced the Music Creators Growth Fund (MCGF), a new investment programme that will provide direct grants of £10,000 to £20,000 to established music creators in the United ...

Nadine Lustre and Filipino‑American rapper Apl.de.Ap have teamed up for a fresh pop‑rap single, “Donuts,” which dropped on September 4 2026 under Cool Girl Records. The track fuses English and Tagalog ...