Kehlani poised to launch a bold new era following 'Crash' Tour
Kehlani stands on the cusp of a transformative phase in their career.
Following the conclusion of the expansive 'Crash World Tour', the Oakland-born R&B artist is signalling the dawn of a new creative chapter.
Radio 1 Big Weekend Headliners - Touching tributes and Sam’s faulty Fender
Radio 1’s Big Weekend is one that rarely disappoints; the event, that is available to watch either in person or streamed through the BBC themselves, has in recent years provided viewers with the company of artists such as Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles and Charli XCX.
This year the Big Weekend has been hosted in Liverpool, with Sam Fender, Tom Grennan and Mumford & Sons headlining among other headliners and surprise acts.
Here, Music News Blitz’s Charlie Gardner provides a rundown on some of the memorable moments from each day this time around.
Ariana Grande keeps the ‘eternal sunshine’ era alive by releasing a new music video for her song ‘supernatural’
Following the recent release of her deluxe album, eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead, Ariana Grande has delivered a new music video following the recent blow-up of her song “supernatural,” and Music News Blitz’s Amelie Da Costa is here to tell us all about it.
Disney Channel’s golden-age hits: Still hitting the right notes in 2025
Even in 2025, one listen to those infectious Disney Channel melodies and the nostalgia hits hard.
Victoria Monét’s moment: Chart-topping hits, award wins, and building an empire
Victoria Monét isn’t just riding the wave - she’s creating the tsunami.
Tyla returns with sultry new single “Bliss”
Grammy-winning South African star Tyla has returned with the sultry new single “Bliss,” released May 9, 2025.
It’s her first solo single since last year’s chart-topping debut album, TYLA.
Music News Blitz’s Mic Drop podcast kicks off with a Taylor Swift vs Ariana Grande debate
Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande are two of the most talked about artists in the music industry and their fan bases have been debating for years over who is better than the other.
From albums to playlists: Music just hits different now
These days, most people listen to music through streaming. But before all that, albums were how you really got into an artist.
Whether it was on CD or digital download, people would play the whole thing through, track by track, and get a feel for the full vibe of the project, writes Music News Blitz’s Lamiya Huda.
The rise of TikTok musicians
TikTok's impact on the music industry is very prominent. Its algorithm pushes creative videos and audio that are proven popular, allowing even unknown artists to reach a large audience.
Viral trends frequently include snippets of songs that rapidly ascend streaming charts on social media daily.
For many, TikTok has served as a launchpad, making it easier to access success without having to struggle as much as artists in the past, writes Music News Blitz’s Lamiya Huda.
Beyond the bars: What the Kendrick-Drake beef says about pop culture
In 2024 and early 2025, the music industry witnessed one of the most high-profile rap feuds in recent memory: Drake vs Kendrick Lamar.
What began as subtle jabs and veiled shots escalated into a lyrical arms race that captivated fans, flooded social media, and reshaped the modern hip-hop landscape.
But beyond the headline-grabbing diss tracks, this beef tapped into something deeper - the enduring power of rap battles to shape not just the genre, but pop culture as a whole, writes Music News Blitz’s Lamiya Huda.
Bedroom pop: The antithesis of studio production
Throughout history, the arts have been a token of the wealth divide and something that remained inaccessible to the common man.
Music was a showcase of wealth, of influence and of power; it recognised and signified education and, more than anything, superiority.
Many factors worked in tandem to provide more and more people access to instruments and even musical education.
While music was claimed by more and more social demographics, the concept of music was perceived and experimented with differently, shifting the way it sounded, the way it was engaged with and the way it was distributed all in varied ways.
The birth of genres like soul, classical and jazz all as subsections of a greater world diversified the music scene and the amount of people who were listening to it, writes Music News Blitz’s Isaac James.
A masterful ‘Sinners’ soundtrack - Why Ryan Coogler’s blockbuster was as impressive to the ear as it was on the eye
Set in 1930s Mississippi, Sinners has stolen every headline on its surge to success on our screens and as with any brilliant film, the music is wonderfully crafted to match, writes Gabriel Mills for Music News Blitz.
Clairo: The plight of a teenager
By nature of her writing style and the themes explored through her music, Clairo has always worn her heart on her sleeve and remained expressive about the plight of coming into one’s age.
Her music is deeply emotive and reflective and throughout her career has been erected by the feminine, ethereal tone of her songs, a staple of her career that separates her from other artists, writes Music News Blitz’s Isaac James.
This fragility that accompanies her music invites thought from the listeners, the harmonic instrumentation in songs like “Heaven” and “Juna” enable storytelling on a greater level than most artists, gentle melodies that are guided by Clairo’s voice.
Billie Eilish’s Happier Than Ever achieved growth in a time of chaos
The COVID-19 pandemic had monumental consequences on just about every industry on a global scale, be it medicine, infrastructure or entertainment.
The ways in which the world operated and the way humans interacted with each other fundamentally shifted, writes Music News Blitz’s Isaac James.
We as a race were faced with the question as to whether human connection could persist when a key component is removed; proximity.
Everything you need to know about Lana Del Rey’s new mystery album
In April 2025 Lana Del Rey released two singles “Bluebird” and “Henry, come on” ahead of her 10th studio album which was set to be released on May 21, 2025 - but the release date has been delayed.
It has been revealed that she is working alongside Jack Antonoff, Luke Laird, Drew Erickson and Zach Dawes to make this album.
However, this isn’t the first time she’s worked alongside some of these creators, especially Zach Dawes.
From December 2016 to March 2017 she was in a small rock band with Dawes and produced an entire unreleased album, before parting ways due to individual schedules.
The Grand National Tour: New records broken for Kendrick Lamar and SZA
Kendrick Lamar and SZA started their Grand National Tour on April 19, 2025, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, following their collaboration on the Super Bowl LIX halftime show and their history of working together to make music.
The kick-off to the tour was an overwhelming success from the first night by breaking the record of the highest-grossing Hip-Hop concert of all time, replacing Eminem’s earlier record in 2019.
It has been reported by Touring Data that the show grossed over $9.1 million with over 47,000 fans who paid an average of $192.70 per ticket, more than the $8.7 million made by Eminem previously.
Jeff Goldblum's new album ‘Still Blooming’ captivates old-style music with modern-day artists including Ariana Grande
Actor Jeff Goldblum released an album featuring big stars such as Ariana Grande on Friday, April 25, titled ‘Still Blooming’ which has taken many by surprise.
The album itself consists of nine songs and 39 minutes of jazz and orchestra including remakes of big band classics, from Frank Sinatra and Vera Lynn.
Four songs on the album are purely jazz instrumentals, performed by the orchestra Golblum collaborates with to make music, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra.
Following his recent appearance in the movie Wicked, he has collaborated with the two main stars, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, to remake popular songs from classic big bands.
NPR Tiny Desk: A sanctuary for Black musical brilliance
In the ever-evolving landscape of live music, NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts have emerged as a place of authenticity - a space where artistry isn't just showcased but celebrated in its most unfiltered form.
For Black musicians, this platform has become more than just a stage; it's a sanctuary where our stories, struggles, and triumphs are given the spotlight they deserve.
J Cole is getting more personal than ever on The Fall Off
J. Cole's upcoming album, The Fall Off, is shaping up to be a deeply personal and lyrically rich project, according to insights from producer DZL.
In a recent interview, DZL - who collaborated with Cole on the 2024 mixtape Might Delete Later - shared that the album will showcase "top-tier raps" and offer listeners a more intimate look into Cole's life.
Coachella 2025 gave the stage to icons and issues on the first weekend
Coachella 2025 wrapped its first weekend with a kaleidoscope of performances, surprise collaborations, and cultural statements that left the desert buzzing.