This isn’t necessarily a new observation, but Yung Lean is no longer an underground rapper. He’s a full-fledged superstar performing to ridiculously hyped-up crowds of thousands. The Swedish artist played Stockholm’s Avicii Arena on Saturday night, and he made it a night to remember with a handful of live debuts, a couple of unreleased songs, and a surprise appearance from Drain Gang members Bladee, Ecco2k, and Thaiboy Digital.
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Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, & Chappell Roan Win 2025 BRIT Awards
Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and Chappell Roan gave us last year’s most acclaimed salacious pop hits and this summer the three artists will headline Primavera Sound. Tonight they were all honored at the 2025 BRIT Awards.
Angie Stone Dead At 63
R&B and soul singer Angie Stone has died. The “Wish I Didn’t Miss You” singer was in a car accident while traveling from Alabama this morning, according to TMZ. She was 63.
Anna St. Louis – “Everything (Demo)”
Last month, Anna St. Louis announced the Home Recordings EP. She released the “Passenger” demo, and now she’s back with the “Everything” demo.
TV Show Name Checks Out
Lydia Loveless – “Accolades”
Lydia Loveless kicked off the year with a cover of Irving Berlin’s “What’ll I Do” in January, and now the musician is back with a new song called “Accolades.”
Shut Up, Dude: This Week’s Best Comments
Minus The Bear and the Beta Band appear to be teasing reunion tours. Whatdya say, R.E.M.?
Wavves – “So Long”
It’s a big day for Wavves. Not only does Nathan Williams’ band have a new single out, they’ve launched a new cannabis company and announced a benefit concert for LA wildfire victims.
Tate McRae’s Sisyphean Climb To Superstardom
Brooklyn Made Closes, Cancels All Shows
The New York concert venue Brooklyn Made has closed. A message posted today on the venue’s website says as much: “Brooklyn Made is closed, all shows are canceled. Ticket refunds will be issued at point of purchase.” No further details have been provided.