Pianist Duval Timothy and percussionist Carlos Niño join forces for ‘rain music,’ a contemplative, atmospheric album born from a single day of improvisation.
“It Takes Two” Rapper Rob Base Dies at 59
Rob Base, the influential Harlem rapper behind the multi-platinum hit “It Takes Two,” has passed away at 59 following a private battle with cancer.
Ted Lucas: Images of Life Album Review
A deep dive into the expansive new box set from the late Detroit folk legend Ted Lucas, uncovering the lost treasures of a restless musical spirit.
DJ Koze Returns with Hypnotic New Single “Spiralen”
Electronic visionary DJ Koze has unveiled his first track of the year, the seven-minute masterpiece “Spiralen,” ahead of a new AA-side single.
Bruce Springsteen Calls Out CBS and the Ellisons on ‘The Late Show’
During a guest appearance on the penultimate episode of The Late Show, Bruce Springsteen took a sharp jab at the station’s owners and the network’s recent management changes.
David Byrne and Stephen Colbert Deliver Fiery ‘Burning Down the House’ Performance
As The Late Show With Stephen Colbert nears its end, David Byrne joined the host for an electrifying live rendition of the Talking Heads classic.
Making Time ∞ 2026 Announces Full Lineup
Making Time ∞ returns to Philadelphia’s Fort Mifflin this September with a massive 120-act lineup featuring Kim Gordon, Smerz, and more.
Bladee, Jorja Smith, and Lucki Lead This Week’s Pitchfork Selects
Discover the latest tracks on repeat at the Pitchfork office, featuring new music from Bladee, Jorja Smith, Lucki, and more.
Paul McCartney Returns to SNL for Season 51 Finale
Sir Paul McCartney made a triumphant return to Saturday Night Live for the Season 51 finale, performing alongside host Will Ferrell.
Keith Whitley’s “I’m No Stranger to the Rain”: A Masterpiece of Resilience
We revisit Keith Whitley’s final single, a neotraditionalist anthem that transformed personal struggle into a timeless, triumphant epic of the human spirit.
The Strokes’ Nick Valensi Drops Out of Upcoming Tour
Guitarist Nick Valensi is taking a temporary break from The Strokes’ upcoming tour, with Steve Schiltz of Longwave stepping in to fill the role.
This Is the Best Drake Song of the 2020s
Alphonse Pierre revisits the raw emotionality of the ‘Heartbreak Drake’ era to find the one track from the 2020s that truly captures that spirit.

