Yungblud has teamed up with rock legends The Smashing Pumpkins on a reimagined version of his GRAMMY®-nominated hit “Zombie,” marking the first time the iconic band has featured on another artist’s recording. Produced by Billy Corgan and Matt Schwartz, the collaboration fuses Yungblud’s raw modern energy with the Pumpkins’ signature guitar textures, creating a heavier, more urgent take on the already fan-beloved track. The official music video, directed by Charlie Sarsfield, premiered today.
The partnership traces back to last July, when Yungblud and Corgan crossed paths at Black Sabbath’s farewell concert in Birmingham. Corgan, who first discovered Yungblud years earlier, praised his talent and trajectory, calling him “a star for the next 50 years.” The meeting ultimately led to the collaboration, with Yungblud describing the experience as “one of the greatest honors” of his career.
“Zombie” originally appeared on Yungblud’s GRAMMY®-nominated album IDOLS, which has solidified him as one of modern rock’s defining voices. With billions of global streams, sold-out tours, and multiple GRAMMY® nods across all major rock categories, Yungblud continues to bridge generational gaps in the genre. The reimagined track arrives ahead of his sold-out North American tour, which kicks off May 1, 2026, and includes arena dates spanning the U.S. and Canada.
With this landmark collaboration, Yungblud not only honors his influences but cements his place in rock’s evolving legacy, proving that the next generation can carry forward the torch while making it entirely their own.
Machine Gun Kelly is digging back into his emotional archives. The Grammy-nominated artist has released “times of my life,” a fan-favorite track years in the making, alongside an accompanying video, offering a reflective look at lost love and the long shadow of past relationships.
Recorded with Travis Barker and the core collaborators behind August’s lost americana, the song traces its origins to early sessions for 2020’s Tickets to My Downfall, resurfacing now as a fully realized entry in mgk’s evolving pop-punk and emo-adjacent catalog. Built around acoustic and electric guitars, cello, piano, and bass, “times of my life” centers on a stark refrain — “The best times of my life, were the ones that had you” — that underscores its bittersweet tone.
The release arrives as mgk continues riding the momentum of lost americana, which marked his third consecutive Number One on Billboard’s Top Rock & Alternative Albums chart. His sprawling Lost Americana Tour is set to stretch well into 2026, resuming February 15 in Bologna before returning to North America in May and wrapping July 1 in Washington state.
Beyond the tour, mgk has spent the past year expanding the album’s universe through high-profile collaborations and alternate versions, including a remix of “cliché” with the Jonas Brothers and a stripped-down “sad version” of the track. With “times of my life,” he adds another chapter to an era defined by nostalgia, vulnerability, and a clear connection to the fans who have been asking for it all along.
Twenty One Pilots are bringing one of the biggest moments of their career to the big screen. Twenty One Pilots: More Than We Ever Imagined, a new concert film capturing the duo’s sold-out Mexico City stadium show from the Clancy World Tour, will hit IMAX and cinemas worldwide for a limited run beginning February 26, with exclusive IMAX previews on February 25.
Released by Trafalgar Releasing, the film documents Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun performing in front of 65,000 fans in one of the most electric cities on the planet. Alongside full-scale performance footage, the film offers behind-the-scenes access that follows the band from their arrival in Mexico City through the build-up to showtime, blending the spectacle of the night with quieter, reflective moments. Joseph and Dun provide personal commentary throughout, tracing the path from their early days to the largest stages of their career.
Directed by longtime collaborator Mark C. Eshleman, More Than We Ever Imagined is designed to place viewers directly inside the experience, using more than 20 cameras positioned onstage, throughout the crowd, and above the stadium. The result is a visceral portrait of a band whose live shows have become as central to their identity as their records.
The film marks Twenty One Pilots’ first concert movie presented in IMAX and their second major cinematic release overall, following years of redefining what a modern arena tour can be. It arrives amid a particularly prolific era for the duo, following the release of their chart-topping album Breach and the completion of their stadium-spanning Clancy Tour: Breach 2025.
Tickets for Twenty One Pilots: More Than We Ever Imagined go on sale January 15 right here.
Olivia Rodrigo is marking a major milestone in her career. Five years after its release, the three-time Grammy winner is celebrating the anniversary of “drivers license,” the breakout single that reshaped pop’s emotional landscape and made her the youngest artist ever to debut at Number One on the Billboard Hot 100.
To commemorate the occasion, Rodrigo has unveiled a special new cover of “drivers license” by David Byrne, the Talking Heads frontman and longtime art-pop icon. Byrne’s version arrives today alongside Rodrigo’s original recording on all streaming platforms, kicking off a broader celebration tied to the fifth anniversary of SOUR, her chart-topping 2021 debut. Additional anniversary covers are expected to roll out in the coming months.
The release is accompanied by a pair of collectible vinyl editions. A limited 7-inch, pressed on translucent ruby vinyl, features Byrne’s “drivers license” cover on Side A and a live recording of Talking Heads’ “Burning Down the House,” captured when Byrne joined Rodrigo onstage at Governors Ball 2025. A Target-exclusive Tiny Vinyl edition, pressed on fruit punch-colored vinyl, pairs the original album version of “drivers license” with a live Governors Ball performance of the song. Order the aforementioned 7″ here, and order the Ruby colored version through Olivia’s site here.
Since its arrival on January 8, 2021, “drivers license” has amassed more than 4.7 billion global streams, earned a six-times Platinum certification, and spent eight consecutive weeks at Number One — then the longest run ever for a solo artist. The song helped propel SOUR to the top of the Billboard 200 and ultimately earned Rodrigo Grammys for Best New Artist, Best Pop Vocal Album, and Best Pop Solo Performance.
The anniversary arrives as Rodrigo remains firmly entrenched at pop’s center. Her sophomore album GUTS debuted at Number One in 2023, while its supporting world tour spanned five continents and sold out 100 headline shows. For Byrne, the collaboration continues a prolific recent run that includes his 2025 album Who Is the Sky? and a slate of interdisciplinary projects across theater, film, and publishing.
Five years on, “drivers license” remains both a generational touchstone and an unlikely bridge between eras — now refracted through one of pop’s most influential voices. Stream the song via the link.
Following their successful career of 50 million records sold worldwide, a Grammy award (and 12 nominations), and cementing themselves as a thrash legacy, Megadeth announced that their upcoming album will be their final. The band has now unveiled their newest single, “Let There Be Shred!” alongside its music video.
“Let There Be Shred” Artwork
Let There Be Shred!
The single centers around the band’s energetic sound with lyrics such as, “The amps start to roar, a tsunami of sound / Controlling the air, shaking the ground / Guitars are all screaming, they squeal with delight / Clawing fretboards away at the speed of light.” The fast riffs and solos combined with Dave Mustaine’s iconic vocals create the ultimate, authentic thrash single.
“When Megadeth started we said we would be fast and furious…we said so on the flyers we handed out,” Dave Mustaine says. “This song is fast and furious. Know it! It has a very hooky chorus that draws you in and you can’t help but play air guitar and headbang to this one.”
The music video features Mustaine participating in an intense mixed martial arts battle, which is interwoven with clips of the band’s performance. It was directed by Keith Leman, produced by Alethea Leman, and edited by Grant Templeton at Forward Post.
“It’s the second video from the new record that we made with Keith [Leman], who also directed ‘I Don’t Care,’” states Mustaine. “It was a blast to make and it’s a tribute to my first Sensei, Benny ‘The Jet’ Urquidez and my Professor, Reggie Almieda. Everyone on the set was really stoked to see each of us do our stunts. In the end, we got the balance of shredding and ass kicking just right!”
Final Studio Album & More
The single follows the previously released “Tipping Point” and “I Don’t Care,” alongside the announcement that “Ride The Lightning” will be featured as a bonus track. Mustaine co-wrote the song with James Hetfield, Cliff Burton, and Lars Ulrich, and it became a staple track for Metallica and the title track of their 1984 album.
Megadeth’s final studio album is set to be released January 23, 2026, via Mustaine’s Tradecraft imprint in partnership with Frontiers Label Group’s new BLKIIBLK label. The band is keeping busy until then. On the eve of the album’s release, Megadeth: Behind The Mask will premiere worldwide. The film details 40 years of Megadeth’s legacy with untold stories and more. More information is available here!
Aside from the film, the group has announced an exclusive, day-long celebration set for January 17 in La Vergne, Tennessee. “Let There Be Shred: The Ultimate Megadeth Immersive Listening Event” will feature Megadeth hosting a day full of activities and opportunities to get closer to the band. The band’s farewell tour across North America begins with a cross-country run through Canada on February 15 in Victoria, BC.
Sweet Pill has revealed their first offering from their upcoming LP, There’s Still A Glow. Accompanied by a meaningful music video directed by Johnny Komar, their newest single, “No Control,” is an introspective exploration of self-indulgence.
No Control
The single first premiered on Apple Music’s The Zane Lowe Show earlier on the release date. “No Control” is a brutally honest confession and a deep dive into self-control and boundaries.
“This is the first song we completed for Still There’s A Glow. At that time, I was feeling a bit…indulgent. Taking what I want, whenever I wanted it, and disregarding the world all at the same time. I felt like my self worth was cheap, and that I had no boundaries as a healthy person. I quite literally had no self control,” Singer Zayna Youssef continues, “This song is sort of my way to rock bottom. It is my fancy way of calling myself a pushover, unconfident, and ungrateful. I had this ‘grass is always greener’ kind of mentality and wanted more when I already had it and then some.”
The track comes partnered with a cinematic music video, directed by Johnny Komar. Youssef is depicted smoking and drinking at a bar between shots of performing with the band in a small room. Later, her deck of cards is replaced with a fistful of cigarettes while playing a game with her bandmates. Then, upon glancing at the table, all of the cards have been replaced by hundreds of cigarettes. The vices in the video perfectly pair with the lyrics, “Holding onto something gold / But I always want more / Feel it bending in your hands / I’m malleable / No control.”
There’s Still A Glow Album Artwork
There’s Still A Glow
“No Control” gives a first look at the band’s upcoming Sophomore album, There’s Still A Glow. The album is set to release on March 13, 2026, via Hopeless Records and is currently available for pre-order here!
There’s Still A Glow documents self-reflection and growth with raw lyrical honesty. It was written and recorded during the whirlwind three years following their 2022 debut album, Where the Heart Is. An album’s worth of scrapped demos later, There’s Still A Glow is ready to share its vulnerable, alternative soundscapes with the world.
“I went through some depression last spring, and then I went into therapy. It was also a big turning point in my life as I was about to turn 30, while I’d written our first record when I was graduating from college–that’s a big change,” Youssef explains. “I could’ve kept making bad choices because they’re easy, but I had to come clean to myself. Half the album was written before and the other half after, so the songs are kind of hard on myself but some are also hopeful, with a light at the end of the tunnel. You put out a fire, there’s still an ember that’s still glowing–that’s the record. It’s about being at a low and climbing out of it.”
A Fresh Start
The upcoming album is the close-knit band’s first written fully as a group and with the current lineup. The group wrote through the exhaustion of intense touring, and when it came time for Sweet Pill to record, Youssef was blocked. This is when they decided to start fresh, stepping away from most of the demos and looking inward. This is where There’s Still A Glow truly begins.
“Seeing Zayna change influenced the band–we grew, both as songwriters and as people,” explains guitarist Jayce Williams. Youssef adds, “A lot of the album is about the hurdle of being kind to yourself, making good choices for yourself. This was our first time writing as a band and to an audience, and it’s so honest and vulnerable. I hope it makes people feel like they can be honest with themselves in the same way.”
U.S. Tour Flyer
North American Tour
Sweet Pill is preparing for their North American tour in support of the upcoming album. The group begins their travels on release day in Pittsburgh and wraps up at their hometown show in Philadelphia on April 18. They will be hitting many major locations, including a show at Brooklyn, New York’s Warsaw on March 20, and Los Angeles, California’s El Ray Theater on April 2. Tour dates are found below. Tickets are found here.
3/13/2026 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Spirit Hall
3/14/2026 – Cleveland, OH @ Roxy at Mahall’s
3/15/2026 – Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace
3/17/2026 – Boston, MA @ Royale
3/19/2026 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
3/20/2026 – New York, NY @ Warsaw
3/21/2026 – Washington, DC @ Atlantis
3/23/2026 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Hell)
3/24/2026 – Nashville, TN @ Basement East
3/26/2026 – Dallas, TX @ Ferris Wheelers
3/27/2026 – Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall (Upstairs)
3/28/2026 – San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger
3/29/2026 – Austin, TX @ Mohawk
3/31/2026 – Mesa, AZ @ Rosetta Room
4/2/2026 – Los Angeles, CA @ El Rey Theatre
4/3/2026 – San Francisco, CA @ August Hall
4/4/2026 – Sacramento, CA @ Harlow’s
4/6/2026 – Seattle, WA @ Neumos
4/7/2026 – Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theater
4/9/2026 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court
4/11/2026 – Denver, CO @ Marquis
4/13/2026 – Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line
4/14/2026 – Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall
4/15/2026 – Grand Rapids, MI @ Pyramid Scheme
4/17/2026 – Columbus, OH @ King of Clubs
4/18/2026 – Philadelphia, PA @ First Unitarian Church
Following the release of “Big Hips,” MX Lonely has revealed the second offering from their upcoming album, ALL MONSTERS. The single is a deep, introspective dive surrounded by the heavy, melodic, shoegazey, alt-rock sound they are known for.
Photo: Luke Ivanovitch
Band Origins
MX Lonely members found each other through AA meetings, bonding over common artists and bands they listened to. Through conversations surrounding Chat Pile, Pixies, Elliot Smith, and their own musical projects, they began working on songs, some from Jake Harms’s solo project, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In 2020, they released their album Dog under the name v0idb0ys. In 2022, they officially became MX Lonely, named after the sleep paralysis figure that would haunt vocalist and synthesist Rae Haas.
All Monsters
With an emphasis on personal demons and monsters, their upcoming album is an introspective exploration of self. Delivered with their heavy, murky, alt-rock sound and framed by light and soft pieces, ALL MONSTERS searches the dark corners and creates raw, vulnerable pieces of art.
ALL MONSTERS Album Artwork
“Most of the lyrics center around shadow work; internal and external monsters,” Haas says. “I think a lot about the neurodivergencies and the mental illnesses that make you feel like you’re a bad person at times. ALL MONSTERS is about, instead of killing yourself, killing your monsters. Destroying each and every one of these ideas about yourself by bringing it to light.”
ALL MONSTERS arrives via Julia’s War Recordings on February 20, 2026. Pre-order it here!
The album is their first self-recorded release, emphasizing the energy of their live show. MX Lonely is also currently in the process of building their own studio to control their own sound and build community.
“I think that’s kind of the manifestation or the prayer in this, is for everyone to be able to have that,” says Haas. “For everyone to have the space and tools to work through their own monsters, and work through each other’s monsters.”
Shape Of An Angel
The band explores the relationship between addiction, neurodivergence, and codependency in their brand new single “Shape Of An Angel.” Through raw, honest lyrics and their signature sound, MX Lonely have given a compelling second taste of their upcoming album.
“When I was first diagnosed with ADHD, I was prescribed a hefty script of adderall and I fell in love…I developed a heavy dependency on these creamsicle colored miracle pills and ended up craving more and more – until it began to consume me. I was constantly chasing that first dose of euphoria; refusing to look inward, continuously convincing myself ‘a higher dose will fix my problems, make me more lovable, guide me toward my goals- god dammit these drugs will make me a better person,” explains Haas. “You find yourself out of love with somebody but still needing them. Constantly chasing what used to be.”
Alongside the new single is a music video directed and edited by Owen Lehman. Haas is depicted in a wrestling match with Rosaleen Grimm while wearing angel wings. Between shots of the intense match are the band performing in the ring, including a moment where Haas is punched in the face mid-singing to the camera.
MX Lonely’s newest offering follows their announcement of ALL MONSTERS through their single, “Big Hips.” The single reflects on the gender dysphoria of trans adolescence through angsty riffs and catchy lyrics. It has since amassed thousands of streams and reached tastemakers at major publications, including Stereogum, who stated, “Lead single ‘Big Hips‘ is a seasick churn. The verses sound like the kind of indie rock that we used to call ‘angular’ in the ’90s. The chorus explodes into a full-on fuzz-rift eruption, with Haas screaming about having big hips for a boy.”
Following the band’s single releases after a decade-long hiatus, Drop Dead, Gorgeous has revealed the music video for their newest single, “Sink Your Teeth.”
Drop Dead, Gorgeous
Drop Dead, Gorgeous became an unstoppable force in the early 2000s with their emotionally-charged approach to post-hardcore. As teenagers, hailing from Denver, they released their debut, In Vogue, in 2006. The synthy breakdowns, theatrical flair, and raw vulnerability skyrocketed them into the spotlight. Then, they followed up with albums such as Worse Than A Fairy Tale and The Hot N’ Heavy, cementing their place in the scene.
The tastemakers at VICE tipped the band as that which helped to “perfect a style of post-hardcore that other bands would model themselves after. Where other bands in the scene would regurgitate the same testosterone-tinged bro-rock, Drop Dead, Gorgeous made their mark by putting [emotional] vulnerability into song.”
After a decade-long hiatus, core members Daniel “Stills” Stillman, Danny Cooper, and Jake Hansen returned in 2024 for surprise shows and the release of “Six Feet” in 2025. “Burn” followed soon after, continuing the momentum.
“Sink Your Teeth” Artwork
Sink Your Teeth
Following the previous singles comes the newest offering from the iconic group, “Sink Your Teeth.” The metalcore-infused emotional confession proves that they aren’t chasing the past, but building a new world and sound for themselves. The catchy melody and grim lyrics, such as “Sink your teeth into my neck / Swimming closer to my death,” showcase inner turmoil and reflect the struggle in finding strength.
“‘Sink Your Teeth’ is a dark, introspective track that turns personal struggle into resilience,” says Stillman. “Through vivid imagery and raw emotion, it explores confronting destructive patterns and finding strength in facing the darkness head-on.”
The music video, directed by Raul Rosco Guerrero, includes scenes of various old black and white movies, including Nosferatu. Intertwining the scenes are animated sections of the lyrics in a gothic font and a woman in a dress being stalked by clawed hands. The video is found here!
“Sink Your Teeth” is out now via Artery, find it here!
The Artery Foundation
Drop Dead, Gorgeous’ partnership with fellow industry titans of the ‘00s and ‘10s metalcore boom, The Artery Foundation, is a combination that makes perfect sense. In 2010, The Artery Foundation launched Artery Recordings, a label imprint that supported acts such as Chelsea Grin and Kublai Khan TX. Then, in 2025, they rebooted to a full service company.
Artery had helped guide talent from sweaty basements to some of the world’s largest concerts. The list of acts that started with Artery is extensive, including A Day To Remember, Motionless In White, Dance Gavin Dance, Sleeping with Sirens, and more.
The number one global power metal band, and one of Sweden’s most successful bands, has unleashed their historical, cinematic music video for “Crossing The Rubicon.” It arrived in the midst of the band’s world tour, debuting for over 20,000 fans in London.
Legends Album Artwork
Legends
“Crossing The Rubicon” arrived on Sabaton’s 11th studio album, Legends. The album was released on October 17 via Better Noise Music, making their label debut. Each song dives into the life and stories of a historical figure. This includes Jeanne D’arc (also known as Joan of Arc), Hannibal, Genghis Khan, Vlad the Impaler, Julius Caesar, the Knights Templar, and Miyamoto Musashi.
Legends is a bold evolution in the band’s storytelling, proven by their cinematic music videos. Now, “Crossing The Rubicon” joins “Templars,” “Hordes of Khan,” “I, Emperor,” and “I Tiger Among Dragons” in having one of its own.
Music Video
The video had its world premiere on December 4 at the sold-out “The Legendary Tour 2025” O2 Arena Show in London for a crowd of over 20,000 fans. Now, the video is available to view here. Before Sabaton took the stage, The Legendary Orchestra, a specially formed group with musicians like violinist Mia Asano, hurdy-gurdy player Patty Gurdy, and conductor/vocalist Noa Gruman, brought the arena to life with orchestral arrangements and choirs, setting the stage for the video’s debut.
“This was one of the most enjoyable music videos we’ve ever made. Everything flowed smoothly thanks to the amazing energy of the actors and the unique charm of the location. We spent two days filming in Sabbioneta, Italy, at the Teatro all’Antica, which is one of the oldest surviving indoor theatres in Europe. It was a fascinating location, full of character and history. Since the theatre operates as a museum during the day, we were only allowed to film in the evenings, which added a layer of challenge to the production,” says bassist Pär Sundström.
World Tour
The video premiered in the midst of Sabaton’s world tour, which began on October 6 in Istanbul, Turkey. The power metal pioneers will continue their 22-stop European leg across some of the continent’s largest venues. Then, on February 9, 2026, they will voyage to North America for 32 stops, including Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. The tour will wrap up on April 20 in Vancouver, BC.
Under the leadership of Dimitri Dinas, Muk Posh artist management officially launched its label on December 4. Focused on real-life connections and quality, Muk Posh is cutting through the noise.
Dimitri Dinas headshot
Muk Posh Management
Dinas, born in New York and raised in Salt Lake City, went to school for A&R, then found himself in Toronto scouting for Universal Music Canada. There, he discovered the alt-R&B artist Sylo at an open mic night he was hosting. The two immediately connected, leading to Dinas’ move to Los Angeles and the establishment of Muk Posh management, started from the ground up.
Now, Muk Posh has returned to New York, and has represented and released music from Sylo, Amaarae, Maz, Juke, Mother Apple, Tobias Dray, Maddie Jay, Young Friend and Blair Lee over the years. Sylo now has an NPR Tiny Desk Concert and a COLORSxSTUDIOS session under his belt.
Quality Cutting Through The Noise
Muk Posh has always prioritized authenticity and enduring development for its artists. Growing sustainable careers, partnerships, and supporting creative projects is key to Muk Posh, and they are furthering this with the development of the label. Speaking on his approach to cutting through the noise, Dinas shared that what sets Muk Posh apart is, “Thinking outside the box independently, to fight against the algorithm. We are breaking rules in a saturated market where everyone thinks they have to follow them.” He continues, “Anything is possible, I don’t like to say no. It’s never too early to do anything or shoot for the stars/big opportunities.”
While in a world filled with AI, Muk Posh makes a point of holding real-life relationships with artists and creators. “The quality of the music will always cut through the noise. Patience and belief are what lead to tenured success,” Dinas concludes.
Muk Posh Artist Roster
Artists & Creators
The label is excited to welcome an array of artists and services for digital content creators. It has also partnered with The Orchard, which works in over 46 cities worldwide, to distribute their artists to the world.
Among the current roster is the aforementioned Sylo, who has now released a brand new single, “Seraphine”, which is available now! Formally known as Yumi Nu, Mother Apple, the globally renowned supermodel and Victoria’s Secret Angel’s artist project, had joined the Muk Posh label family. Alongside them is Blair Lee, who released her second EP, LIMBO, in 2024 with Muk Posh.
A creator that Muk Posh has recently begun working with is the music content creator and journalist Tia Ho. She is known for her work with Pigeons & Planes and KEXP. This year alone, she has teamed up with the likes of Coachella, Icelandic Airwaves, Beggars Group, XL Recordings, Ninja Tune, Atlantic Records, and more. Muk Posh’s step into the world of content creators is an innovative and bold move, and Tia Ho is the perfect fit.
