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The surviving members of Nirvana — drummer Dave Grohl and bassist Krist Novoselic, as well as touring guitarist Pat Smear — reunited for the first time in five years at the FireAid benefit concert.

The trio played a ferocious four-song set at the Kia Forum with four different lead singers: St. Vincent on “Breed,” Kim Gordon on “School,” Joan Jett on “Territorial Pissings,” and Grohl’s daughter Violet on “All Apologies.” (Notably, this is the first time Grohl has performed in public since he revealed that he had “a new baby daughter, born outside of my marriage.”)

You can watch the performance here.

Nearly every time Nirvana has reunited since Kurt Cobain’s death, including a performance at the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame ceremony, it’s been with female lead singers. “We thought, ‘Wait, it has to be all women. Don’t even ask anyone else. If we can fill the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame performance with these incredible women singing Nirvana songs, then we’ll have achieved our own revolution.’ It also added a whole other dimension to the show,” Grohl explained to Rolling Stone in 2014. “It added substance and depth, so it didn’t turn into a eulogy. It was more about the future.”

Dr. Dre is pretty clearly on Kendrick Lamar’s side when it comes to his feud with Drake, considering he showed up to Lamar’s The Pop Out concert last year. Now, Dre has offered part of his reasoning for supporting Kendrick over Drake.

On the debut episode of The Unusual Suspects With Kenya Barris And Malcolm Gladwell (listen here), Dre said (via NME):

“I going to say this on camera. I don’t want to get negative. My whole sh*t is about being positive and moving forward and all that sh*t, but the fact that I heard Drake say something negative about Kendrick’s wife and his kids, that made me say, ‘Ah, adios.’”

Dre didn’t say specifically what Drake song he was talking about, but on “Family Matters,” Drake raps:

“When you put your hands on your girl, is it self-defense ’cause she bigger than you?
Your back is up against the curb, you diggin’ for dirt, should be diggin’ for proof
Why did you move to New York? Is it ’cause you livin’ that bachelor life?
Proposed in 2015, but don’t wanna make her your actual wife
I’m guessin’ this wedding ain’t happenin’, right?
‘Cause we know the girls that you actually like.”

The Weeknd has a new album out today. Is Hurry Up Tomorrow also his final album?

Is Hurry Up Tomorrow The Weeknd’s Final Album?

Back in 2023, The Weeknd — real name Abel Tesfaye — told W Magazine that he was “getting ready to close The Weeknd chapter,” adding, “I’ll still make music, maybe as Abel, maybe as The Weeknd. But I still want to kill The Weeknd. And I will. Eventually. I’m definitely trying to shed that skin and be reborn.”

Tesfaye further discussed retiring his “existence” as The Weeknd (a pseudonym he picked up because he “hated” his name at the time) during a recent interview with Variety. “It’s a headspace I’ve gotta get into that I just don’t have any more desire for. I feel like it comes with so much,” he said, adding that he isn’t done making music but “everything needs to feel like a challenge.” He continued, “And for me right now, The Weeknd, whatever that is, it’s been mastered. No one’s gonna do The Weeknd better than me, and I’m not gonna do it better than what it is right now.”

It sounds like if/when Tesfaye releases new music, it won’t be as The Weeknd. That makes Hurry Up Tomorrow the end of a trilogy — and, potentially, an era.

Hurry Up Tomorrow is out now via XO/Republic Records. Find more information here.

The 2025 Grammys are this weekend (February 2 at 8 p.m. ET via CBS and Paramount+), and a promo video from a few days ago indicated that Taylor Swift was set to attend. Well, it turns out she’s set to do more than just sit in the audience: It was revealed yesterday (January 30) that Swift is set to present an award during the broadcast (via Billboard).

So far, Swift is the only presenter to have been announced, but more are expected to be revealed today.

Aside from presenting, it’s not unlikely that Swift takes home an award herself, given all her nominations: She’s up for Album Of The Year, Best Pop Vocal Album (both for The Tortured Poets Department), Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Best Music Video (all for “Fortnight” Feat. Post Malone), and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance (Gracie Abrams’ “Us” Feat. Swift).

All in all, Swift has a whopping 58 total Grammy nominations across her career, as well as 14 wins so far.

As aforementioned, other presenters haven’t been revealed yet, but other artists who will be in attendance (as performers) include Benson Boone, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Doechii, Raye, Sabrina Carpenter, Shakira, Teddy Swims, Stevie Wonder, Cynthia Erivo, Coldplay’s Chris Martin, Lainey Wilson, Herbie Hancock, Brittany Howard, Brad Paisley, Janelle Monáe, John Legend, Sheryl Crow, St. Vincent, and Jacob Collier.

Steven and Ian open with a discussion of a recent article about the shutdown of the Pitchfork Music Festival that gives new behind-the-scenes details on the situation and sheds light on the festival industry overall. Then they pivot to a quick Sportscast about Ian’s team the Philadelphia Eagles making the Super Bowl and Steven’s heel turn as a Kansas City Chiefs supporter. They also talk about two records in the Fantasy Albums Draft by FKA Twigs and Bonnie “Prince” Billy, and give their takes on the respective artists’ careers. They also review the career of The Weeknd ahead of his new album out today, Hurry Up Tomorrow.

In the mailbag, they address a follow-up question on the comeback potential of disgraced emo band Brand New. Finally, in Recommendation Corner, Ian speaks up for Benjamin Booker and Steven goes for Rose City Band.

New episodes of Indiecast drop every Friday. Listen to Episode 224 here and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can submit questions for Steve and Ian at [email protected], and make sure to follow us on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) for all the latest news. We also recently launched a visualizer for our favorite Indiecast moments. Check those out here.

The Weeknd’s long-awaited album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, is out now after months of promotion. As promised, it’s a seeming farewell to Abel Tesfaye’s longtime persona, which he recently said he’d “mastered.” Songs like “Open Hearts,” “Timeless,” and “Dancing In The Flames” depict a version of The Weeknd character on his last legs, weary and ready to lie down for the last time — and thanks to a star-studded guestlist, it’ll be a well-attended wake.

So, who are the features on Hurry Up Tomorrow?

French EDM duo Justice appear on the opening track, “Wake Me Up,” while Brazilian pop star Anitta duets with Tesfaye on the previously released “São Paulo.” Florence + The Machine make a surprise appearance on “Reflections Laughing” with unexpected collaborator Travis Scott. Meanwhile, Future comes through on “Enjoy The Show” to offer up his own take on the Weeknd’s wounded crooning. “Timeless,” which was released last autumn, features Playboi Carti. Frequent Weeknd collaborator Lana Del Rey once again teams up with Tesfaye on “The Abyss,” while one of the most surprising appearances comes from Italian composer Giorgio Moroder on “Big Sleep” — although his style is prevalent throughout the album in many ways.

You can check out the features for yourself here.

Hurry Up Tomorrow is out now via XO / Republic. See the tracklist below.

01. “Wake Me Up” Feat. Justice
02. “Cry For Me ”
03. “I Can’t F*cking Sing”
04. “São Paulo” Feat. Anitta
05. “Until We’re Skin & Bones”
06. “Baptized In Fear”
07. “Open Hearts”
08. “Opening Night”
09. “Reflections Laughing” Feat. Florence + The Machine & Travis Scott
10. “Enjoy The Show” Feat. Future
11. “Given Up On Me”
12. “I Can’t Wait To Get There”
13. “Timeless” Feat Playboi Carti
14. Niagara Falls”
15. “Take Me Back To LA”
16. “Big Sleep” Feat. Giorgio Moroder
17. “Give Me Mercy”
18. “Drive ”
19. “The Abyss” Feat. Lana Del Rey
20. “Red Terror”
21. “Without a Warning”
22. “Hurry Up Tomorrow”

The weekend is just beginning, but The Weeknd] could soon be at an end. The star born Abel Tesfaye has hinted (rather ominously) that his new album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, could very well be his last under that moniker, and with the album arriving tonight, he’s ensuring The Weeknd goes out with a bang.

Rather than the traditional release night music video, he debuted the single “Open Hearts” with a pulsating performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! However, he’s The Weeknd, and nothing is ever quite what it seems with him. He’s made no secret of his admiration for the work of Michael Jackson, and that now appears to extend to his approach to visual media.

As his performance ends, the “Open Hearts” video reverts to a dark fantasy format reminiscent of Jackson’s short films Thriller and Captain EO, with a 1980s aesthetic borrowed from the likes of Labyrinth or The Dark Crystal. As The Weeknd breaches a realm similar to the Upside Down from Stranger Things, the format shifts to stop-motion animation, which could be a preview of the style of the Hurry Up Tomorrow film coming on May 15. While it’s been called a “psychological thriller,” that too could be a misdirect from someone who has become a master at them.

Watch The Weeknd’s performance of “Open Hearts” above.

Hurry Up Tomorrow is out now via XO Music / Republic Records. You can find more information here.

One of the great parts about the flurry of solo projects from Blackpink’s individual members like Jennie and Rosé is getting to see each woman’s personality, which is often lost in the pinball machine torrent of lights and colors on their group material. For instance, Jennie’s wicked sense of humor is on full display in the video for “Love Hangover,” the first single from her upcoming solo debut, Ruby.

Guest artist Dominic Fike portrays Jennie’s grieving beau at a funeral, where the K-pop star is being laid to rest in a baby blue casket. A series of flashbacks depict a number of untimely potential demises for Jennie, from being eaten by a kaiju that pops out of the screen at a drive-thru (hey, that rhymes!), to choking on a martini olive at a fancy restaurant. There’s also a wild bowling accident, but what ultimately gets her is a fall from a great height that nobody could have seen coming.

In real life, though, Jennie’s star is doing nothing but rising. Last year, she appeared on Matt Champion’s “Slow Motion” before releasing her own red-hot “Mantra” video, while this spring will bring a slate of concerts on The Ruby Experience mini-tour celebrating the album’s release.

In the meantime, you can watch the “Love Hangover” video up top.

Ruby is out on 3/7 via ODDATELIER/Columbia Records. Find more information here.

Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra is a musical side project from the beloved actor, who has a soft spot for jazz. Today, he announced that he’s got a new album on the way titled Still Blooming. Due on April 25th via Verve Records, Still Blooming features duets with his Wicked co-stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, Maiya Sykes, and fellow actor Scarlett Johansson, who has dabbled in music herself.

Goldblum and Johansson pair up to cover “The Best is Yet To Come,” the 1959 standard composed by Cy Coleman and written by Carolyn Leigh. Most famously covered by Frank Sinatra, the version that appears on Still Blooming is mellow but bright, led by Johansson’s velvety vocals. Meanwhile, the orchestra lilts and traipses through lighthearted piano solos, punctuated by some very groovy Wurly. Throw on your finest suit and cut a rug with the visualizer above.

Still Blooming is due on 4/25 via Verve. You can pre-order it here to get a signed art card by Jeff Goldblum. See below for the tracklist.

01. “I Don’t Know Why (I Just Do)” Feat. Ariana Grande
02. “The Grease Patrol”
03. “We’ll Meet Again” Feat. Cynthia Erivo
04. “Blue Minor”
05. “The Best Is Yet To Come” Feat. Scarlett Johansson
06. “Bye-Ya”
07. “Stella By Starlight” Feat. Maiya Sykes
08. “Bouncing With Bud””
09. “Ev’ry Time We Say Goodbye” Feat. Jeff Goldblum

With his new album Showbiz! on the way, MIKE releases a double video for two of its songs: “Man In The Mirror” and “Artist Of The Century.” The paired clips create an effective representation of the New York rapper’s duality; on one hand, he’s an introspective thinker, who bares his anxieties and self-analysis over murky production, while on the other, he’s a boastful, confident stalwart of the underground rap scene, boldly declaring his lyrical superiority.

Visually, the videos subvert the vibes of their respective songs, with the thoughtful “Man In The Mirror” backed by colorful videography and rap video tropes like a shiny new SUV, while the second half is shot in greyscale. The video(s) end with some behind-the-scenes shots as a movie sample takes “Artist Of The Century” into a gritty fade out.

MIKE first announced the tracklist for Showbiz! with the low-key video for “Bear Trap.”

Showbiz! is out 1/31 via 10k Projects. Find more information here. You can check out the tracklist below.

01. “Bear Trap”
02. “Clown of the Class (Work Harder)”
03. “Then We Could Be Free..”
04. “Watered Down”
05. “Man In The Mirror”
06. “Artist Of The Century”
07. “What U Bouta Do?/A Star Was Born” Feat. 454
08. “Belly 1”
09. “Da Roc”
10. “The Weight (2k20)”
11. “Lost Scribe”
12. “You’re The Only One Watching”
13. “Lucky”
14. “#82”
15. “Too Hot (Interlude)”
16. “Pieces Of A Dream”
17. “Strange Feeling”
18. “Zombie Pt. 2”
19. “Burning House”
20. “Showbiz! (Intro)”
21. “Spun Out”
22. “Miss U” Feat. Duendita
23. “When It Rains”
24. “Diamond Dancing (Broke)”