Daily Newsletter, August 13, 2025

The passing of Ozzy Osbourne in 2024 jolted the rock world with a reminder it didn’t want to face: even the most larger-than-life musicians have an expiration date. For decades, it felt like the greats would never stop — the tours, the albums, the unforgettable performances — but time eventually catches up with everyone. The […]

Bands don't last forever, but The Who guitarist Pete Townshend still mourns the loss of the beloved Thunderclap Newman, who only released one album in 1969.

The 1970s produced some of the best and some of the worst music of any decade. These were the bad stuff.

There's an exciting new crop of artists combining indie rock and country music, and here's a look at 10 of the best and most impactful.

Home » Music Blogs » Hot Picks 13/8/25 – The Best New Releases Photo: Raubtier Kollektiv Today we bring to you our hottest finds of the week. We have curated a list of the best releases from our musical travels this week and are putting them all in one place for your listing pleasure! This coverage […]

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As The Cure recorded Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Robert Smith discovered a unique hack for getting a great vocal performance in the recording booth.

This latest Uncut playlist stars Big Thief, Ethel Cain, Kurt Vile, Joan Shelley, Tom Skinner, Bitchin Bajas, Greazy Alice and more

Before summer disappears, we share our favorite songs for your long and winding drives, plus a list of ground rules (does the driver always have final say?), and a breakdown of what works best when. Featured artists and songs:1. Eric Burdon and War: “Spill the Wine,” from Eric Burdon Declares “War”2. Stromae: “Santé,” from Multitude3. Broadway Cast: “Alexander Hamilton,” from Hamilton4. Joe Iconis / Broadway Cast: “Michael in the Bathroom,” from Be More Chill 5. Abiotic: “Vermosapien,” from Symbiosis 6. Wipers: “Mystery,” from Is This Real? 7. Steely Dan: “My Old School,” from Countdown to Ecstasy 8. Tunde Olaniran: “Namesake,” from Transgressor 9. Shania Twain: “Man, I Feel Like a Woman!” from Come On Over 10. Pat Travers: “Amgwanna Kick Booty,” from Black Pearl 11. Anthrax & Public Enemy: “Bring The Noise,” from Attack of the Killer B’s 12. Unwed Sailor: “Monster Collecting,” from Cruel Entertainment 13. The Allman Brothers Band: “Midnight Rider,” from Idlewild South and “Southbound,” from Brothers And Sisters 14. Lakestreet Dive: “You Go Down Smooth,” from Bad Self Portraits 15. Black Sabbath: “Turn Up The Night,” from Mob Rules 16. Simple Minds: “Don’t You (Forget About Me),” from The Breakfast Club All Songs Considered 25th anniversary segment: Our No. 1 songs from 2024Weekly reset: Summer roadtrip while listening to the radioHear the songs in our Roadtrip Mix on Spotify and Apple.Enjoy the show? Share it with a friend and leave us a review on Apple or wherever you listen to podcasts. Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: [email protected]