Discover the essence of public radio in 2025 with our selection of the year’s top 125 songs, curated by over 60 writers and DJs from the NPR Music Network. This diverse collection spans various genres and styles, aiming to expand your musical horizons beyond algorithmic suggestions. The list is presented alphabetically and can be explored…
Eric Vanlerberghe on Overcoming Stage Fright Stage fright is a common challenge for performers, but I Prevail’s Eric Vanlerberghe shares that his most significant struggles occurred not in front of large audiences, but rather small local gatherings. In an interview with Full Metal Jackie, Vanlerberghe explained that as the band’s audiences grew, his comfort on…
KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball 2025: A Night of Music and Festivity Event Highlights The Intuit Dome in Los Angeles hosted KIIS FM’s annual Jingle Ball over the weekend, featuring performances by Zara Larsson, Conan Gray, and other musical talents. The event, known for its festive atmosphere, included a variety of performances and holiday celebrations. Star-Studded…
Slash Joins Myles Kennedy on Stage in Anaheim On Sunday, December 7, Slash, the guitarist from Guns N’ Roses, made a surprise appearance with Myles Kennedy at the House of Blues in Anaheim, California. They performed “Behind The Veil,” a track from Kennedy’s third solo album, “The Art Of Letting Go,” released in October 2024…
Amy Allen: A Journey from Nursing to Grammy Success Amy Allen, a Grammy-winning songwriter, credits a pivotal moment in her life to watching a scene from the Twilight saga. Disturbed by the childbirth scene, Allen decided to leave her nursing program at Boston College to pursue songwriting at Berklee School of Music. In a recent…
The lineup for new music releases in 2026 includes confirmed studio albums from Joe Jackson, Megadeth, and Squeeze, as well as a comprehensive box set reissue from Yes. Vinyl editions of live albums by Van Halen and Cream are also forthcoming. Details on these and other upcoming rock albums are available below. Follow this regularly…
Swift is the leading solo artist on the list and the top American artist. 12/8/2025 Taylor Swift, The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Elvis. Photos: Gi; Illustration by Lyanne Natividad Taylor Swift has returned to the top of the Billboard 200 for an eighth week with her album The Life of a Showgirl, boosting her total weeks…
Film Performance and Box Office Success Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere The film “Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere” has encountered mixed reviews from critics and initially experienced a slower start at the box office. However, as of December 7, it has grossed $44.6 million globally, moving up to No. 19 on Billboard’s list of top-grossing…
Frédéric Leclercq Discusses His Evolving Role in KREATOR In a recent conversation with Jai That Aussie Metal Guy, KREATOR bassist Frédéric Leclercq reflected on how his role in the band has developed over the past six years. Leclercq shared insights into his contributions, starting with the collaboration on the track “666 – World Divided.” Initially,…
Aerosmith has had a remarkable year, highlighted by participating in a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne at the MTV VMAs and releasing their first new music in over ten years with the collaborative EP One More Time featuring Yungblud. In a recent interview with Guitar World, founding guitarist Joe Perry shared insights about the band’s future….
