musicFriday, July 31, 2026
Today's music coverage is all about Ariana Grande's 'Petal,' with two major outlets framing it as a turning point where she embraces anger. The rest of the day is a grab bag of festival surprises and personal tidbits, but the through-line is artists showing new sides of themselves.
Two major reviews land on the same day, both arguing that Grande's new album is her most assertive and adventurous work yet.
Rolling Stone's review leans into the 'pissed-off' angle, arguing that Grande's rage brings out her most authentic work. The 'feral' descriptor suggests this isn't just a mood shift but a sonic one.
Variety frames 'Petal' as a sister album to 'Eternal Sunshine' but darker and more volatile. The mention of Max Martin and Ilya Salmanzadeh suggests a familiar sonic palette with a new emotional core.
Lollapalooza kicked off with surprise guests and new music, while other festivals announced their lineups.
Sombr's Lollapalooza set made waves by bringing out 5 Seconds of Summer for 'She Looks So Perfect.' A festival moment that bridges pop-punk nostalgia with new acts.
SB19 debuted 'Lawless' at Lollapalooza, marking a significant moment for P-pop on a global stage. The set included hits like 'DAM' and 'Gento,' showing their range.
Oceans Calling's full lineup drops with Dave Matthews Band, Twenty One Pilots, and Mumford & Sons headlining. A strong grab for the festival crowd.
Why Carey Mulligan bans music at home despite marriage to famous singer - INBELLAwww.inbella.com
Daughtryの「There and Back Again」をApple Musicでmusic.apple.com
“I must confess, I’ve made a mess of what should be a small success”: The finest verse Courtney Barnett has ever writtenfaroutmagazine.co.uk
‘I was so self-assured in my early 20s. Then my frontal lobe hit’: Rachel Chinouriri, every pop star’s favourite UK pop starwww.theguardian.com
The “most special” album Jack White was ever a part of: “It was a monumental moment”faroutmagazine.co.ukOn ‘AHHCade,’ PNAU Takes Us on a Trip to a Time That was ‘Naive’ in a ‘Beautiful Way’www.billboard.com
Video game arcades "were exciting and they gave us a window to a future that other generations didn't have,” PNAU's Nick Littlemore tells Billboard.
Shania Twain Credits One Thing for 15 Years of Marriagekdhlradio.com
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Shania Twain Reveals Secret to 15-Year Marriage With Frédérictheboot.com
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Ariana Grande, Cardi B, Shaboozey, Slayyyter & More: New Music Friday Guidewww.billboard.com
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Ember Shores 2026: Who Are the Authentic Performers?resources.onestowatch.com
Who really performs live at Ember Shores 2026? OnesToWatch verifies the authentic artists & real-time sets in Riviera Maya. Explore the full lineup.
Plain White T’s share new version of ‘Hey There Delilah’ featuring LØLØthemusicuniverse.com
The new version celebrates the song’s legacy Plain White T’s are enjoying a moment with their 2.5 billion-streaming, platinum smash “Hey There Delilah,” one of the most beloved love songs of the 21st century. The band released “Hey There Delilah” on May 9, 2006, and 21 years late
Jude Bellingham shares rare glimpse inside sweet romance with girlfriend Ashlyn Castro amid Hawaiian getawaywww.hellomagazine.com
English football star Jude Bellingham shared a rare glimpse into his romance with influencer Ashlyn Castro on Thursday, amid his well-deserved vacation in Hawai'i following the FIFA World Cup. See details.
Miss May I Confront Identity And Inner Demons On New Single ‘Hand Me A Halo’bluntmag.com.au
Miss May I have released their powerful new single 'Hand Me A Halo' ahead of their upcoming album No Place For Me, arriving October 2. The post Miss May I Confront Identity And Inner Demons On New Single ‘Hand Me A Halo’ appeared first on Blunt Magazine .
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