New York Post — "The Tortured Poets Department" will be released on April 19. more info

New York Post — Dickey Betts, a singer, songwriter and guitarist of the Allman Brothers Band, died Thursday in Osprey, Florida. He was 80. In an Instagram post, his family said, “It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the Betts family announce the peaceful passing of Forrest Richard ‘Dickey’ Betts (December 12, 1943 – April 18, 2024)... more info

Obscure Sound — London-based act Shai Brides compel with dynamic pop allure on new single “Little Things,” spanning from bass-fronted suaveness into glistening bursts of harmonious effervescence. A multitude of replay-inducing sequences are apparent, seamlessly incorporating the dual vocals of Thom Dent and Meghan Avery within an array of buzzing guitars and twinkling synths alike; its “don’t sweat the little things,” hook lingers with affirming infection, ending the production with a satiating reminder to prevail beyond existentialist anxiety. The initial vocal peppiness ventures into a range of buzz-y, playful guitars as Avery’s dreamy vocals enter cohesively. Bubbly synth tones build into the bass-fronted The post Shai Brides – “Little Things” appeared first on Obscure Sound: Indie Music Blog. more info

Obscure Sound — Amongst Minneapolis’ most well-regarded acts, Mark Mallman has impressed with nine albums since debuting in 1998 with The Tourist. His latest track, “Seen My Own Ghost” is a compelling, melodic success that also represents his first release for new label Hygh Tension Records, which is run by Ryan Smith (Soul Asylum). It marks a continued ascent for Mallman, who is also finding success on TikTok with his fun doses of music and pop culture history. Taking aesthetical inspiration from Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean,” “Seen My Own Ghost” enamors with its confident vocal drive amidst clanging piano tones and touches of The post Mark Mallman – “Seen My Own Ghost” appeared first on Obscure Sound: Indie Music Blog. more info

Consequence Of Sound — Bringing peace and love to 12 North American cities this September. Ringo Starr Announces Fall 2024 Tour Dates with His All Starr Band Scoop Harrison more info

Stereogum — Dickey Betts — guitarist, singer-songwriter, and founding member of the Allman Brothers Band — has died. His Instagram account shared the following message: more info

Consequence Of Sound — It sounds like A Perfect Circle, Tool, and Puscifer will all be working on new music. Maynard James Keenan: “I’ve Got Three Bands That Need to Write Songs” Jon Hadusek more info

Stereogum — If I told you that “Drown” is the best song that the Smashing Pumpkins ever released, would that be a hot take? Or is it conventional wisdom? I don’t really know how most people think about “Drown,” but I still cannot believe how good that fucking song is. It’s the Pumpkins’ contribution to the hugely important soundtrack of the 1992 film Singles, and even though it never became a single, it’s probably one of the reasons that the band blew up the way they did. When that guitar riff chimes in, I feel like I’m blissfully floating in an endless expanse of pink foam. more info