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- Shane Gillis Breaks Two Guinness World Records for Live Comedy
by Chris Coplan on July 18, 2026 at 5:46 pmThe comedian’s July 17th set at Lincoln Financial Field saw him perform to nearly 74,000 fans. Shane Gillis Breaks Two Guinness World Records for Live Comedy Chris Coplan
- Heavy Song of the Week: The Ocean Deliver a Dynamic Banger with “Belligerence”
by Langdon Hickman on July 18, 2026 at 12:00 pmThe Ocean’s new lineup shows their worth with the dynamic “Belligerence,” covering ground from hardcore and thrash to prog and doom over its 10-minute span. Heavy Song of the Week: The Ocean Deliver a Dynamic Banger with “Belligerence” Langdon Hickman
- Larry David Roasts RFK Jr. in Newest Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness
by Liz Shannon Miller on July 18, 2026 at 6:35 amDavid tells a Kennedy stand-in that “If some idiot, some moron, ever put you in charge, that would be a dark day for humanity.” Larry David Roasts RFK Jr. in Newest Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness Liz Shannon Miller
- “Ozzy Day” To Be Celebrated in Late Metal Icon’s Hometown of Birmingham, England
by Spencer Kaufman on July 17, 2026 at 7:04 pmThe celebration is set for July 22nd and will feature live music, tributes, and more. “Ozzy Day” To Be Celebrated in Late Metal Icon’s Hometown of Birmingham, England Spencer Kaufman
- Robert Smith Roasts FIFA President Over First-Ever World Cup Final Halftime Show
by Eddie Fu on July 17, 2026 at 6:41 pmSmith clarified that his point was not about Chris Martin’s curated lineup of Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira, and BTS. Robert Smith Roasts FIFA President Over First-Ever World Cup Final Halftime Show Eddie Fu
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- Clairo Shares “Losing Pride” Demo To Benefit Climate Justice
by Danielle Chelosky on July 18, 2026 at 5:55 pmClairo hasn’t released new music since her critically acclaimed 2024 LP Charm, but she’s stayed busy. She’s collaborated with Daniel Caesar, Smerz, Rostam, Ryan Beatty, and more; she’s signed to Atlantic Records; and she’s offered updates on her forthcoming fourth album. Now, as raging Canadian wildfires prove the planet is becoming more inhospitable, the singer-songwriter is sharing a melancholy new demo called “Losing Pride,” with proceeds going to Zero Hour, a youth-led organization devoted to climate and environmental justice. Listen below and purchase here. The post Clairo Shares “Losing Pride” Demo To Benefit Climate Justice appeared first on Stereogum.
- Pavement Return To The Road With A Very Unserious “Stairway” Cover
by Scott Lapatine on July 18, 2026 at 4:40 pmOakland, CA’s Mosswood Meltdown has expanded to a three-day event for 2026, and last night it kicked off with a Pre-Party featuring Christina’s Trip, Memo PST, Vivian Girls, Wednesday, and headliners Pavement. It was the ’90s indie icons’ first show since November, so we’re now in the fifth calendar year of their second reunion era. The post Pavement Return To The Road With A Very Unserious “Stairway” Cover appeared first on Stereogum.
- Crash Of Rhinos Play First Show In 13 Years
by Danielle Chelosky on July 18, 2026 at 2:08 pmOn Friday (July 17), Crash Of Rhinos played their first show since 2013. In Nottingham, the band kicked of a short tour in support of Logbook, the Derby emo revivalists’ first album since that year. The post Crash Of Rhinos Play First Show In 13 Years appeared first on Stereogum.
- Martin Garrix Brings Out The Edge To Debut Latest U2 Collab “Fireflies” At Tomorrowland
by Danielle Chelosky on July 18, 2026 at 1:54 pmLast week, U2 released their new song “Street Of Dreams,” which was first teased in May with a music video shoot in the streets of Mexico City. On Friday (July 17), the Edge joined Dutch DJ Martin Garrix onstage at Antwerp’s Tomorrowland festival to debut a new collab called “Fireflies.” The post Martin Garrix Brings Out The Edge To Debut Latest U2 Collab “Fireflies” At Tomorrowland appeared first on Stereogum.
- Zohran Mamdani Makes “Charlie’s Garden” Cameo In Djo’s Forest Hills Show
by Danielle Chelosky on July 18, 2026 at 1:35 pmZohran Mamdani loves to make cameos at shows. He’s joined MJ Lenderman at Brooklyn Steel, Lucy Dacus at the All Things Go Festival, PinkPantheress at Kings Theatre, and more. On Friday (July 17), the beloved NYC Mayor made a video appearance at Djo’s Forest Hills concert. The post Zohran Mamdani Makes “Charlie’s Garden” Cameo In Djo’s Forest Hills Show appeared first on Stereogum.
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- What song hit you hard in 2025?
by Robin Hilton on December 2, 2025 at 8:20 pmSend us a voice memo about a song that hit you hard in 2025 — one you listened to on repeat, made you cry, or just got you in your feels like no other.
- VOTE: What are 2025’s best albums?
by Robin Hilton on November 25, 2025 at 5:21 pmWe’re bringing back our listener poll to help stick a fork in 2025 and make sense of all the amazing music that came out. So… tell us your top five albums (or EPs) this year.
- The best new albums out Aug. 1by Stephen Thompson on August 1, 2025 at 4:01 am
Emily Hines introduces herself. The Armed rage against the machine. Mal Devisa makes a triumphant return. Read our list of the best albums out this week.
- The best new albums out July 25by Stephen Thompson on July 25, 2025 at 4:01 am
Tyler Childers bares his fangs. Patty Griffin honors her mother. Indigo De Souza approaches the precipice. Read our list of the best records out July 25.
- The best new albums out July 18by Stephen Thompson on July 18, 2025 at 5:10 am
Alex G jumps to a major. Paramore’s Zac Farro goes retro. Jim Legxacy levels up. See our long list of albums out today and listen to the New Music Friday podcast.