Mickey Jack Cones is a musician and songwriter associated with contemporary pop and indie-influenced music, known for a melodic approach and modern production style. His work blends elements of pop, ...

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 ...

Ric Ocaseks This Side Of Paradise Turns 40, Celebrating a New Wave Milestone ArtistDirect News covers music, artists, entertainment, culture, and industry headlines.

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 ...

In September 1976, Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd released One More From The Road, a live double album that captured the group’s original lineup at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. The recording, made ...

On September 20, 2026, Hollywood‑based producer Chad Gervich will host a benefit screening of his documentary If These Walls Could Rock at Iowa Falls’ Metropolitan Theatre. Two showings—3 p.m. and 7 p ...

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Knight Stalker Records Unveils Decade-Long Self-Built Foundation in Ohio Independent Music Scene ArtistDirect News covers music, artists, entertainment, culture, and industry headlines.

On July 10, 2026, the Rolling Stones released their 25th UK studio album, Foreign Tongues. The 14‑track set, produced by Andrew Watt and issued through Capitol Records, entered Billboard’s Top Album ...

On September 13, 2026, Bob Dylan’s 1976 live album Hard Rain celebrated its half‑century milestone, a record that captured a fleeting, electric chapter of the legendary singer‑songwriter’s touring ...

A recent photograph published by Page Six has confirmed that Lady Gaga (40) and her fiancé Michael Polansky (42) have welcomed their first child together. The image, taken during a family walk in ...

The Bee Gees’ 50‑th‑anniversary celebration on 13 September 2026 spotlights Children of the World, the 1976 record that launched the group’s descent into disco. The album’s release marked a decisive ...