Legendary singer and bassist Glenn Hughes has announced the cancellation of his 2026 U.S. tour, citing a “minor health issue that requires his attention over the upcoming months.” The news was shared by Hughes on his social media accounts on Friday, with a statement confirming that ticket and VIP upgrade refunds will be available from points of purchase.

German emo-punk and hardcore outfit Shoreline have unveiled their third studio album, Is This The Low Point Or The Moment After?, set for release on 13 March 2026 through Pure Noise Records. Alongside the announcement, the band released two singles, Sweet Spot and Out Of Touch, giving a first taste of the record's introspective yet dynamic sound.

David Bowie's formative years in south-east London are set to be preserved for fans and music historians alike, with the announcement that his childhood home at 4 Plaistow Grove, Bromley, will open to the public as an immersive cultural experience. The acquisition, made by the Heritage of London Trust, coincides with what would have been Bowie's 79th birthday and the 10th anniversary of his passing, offering a rare insight into the early environment of one of the world's most influential musicians.

Morrissey has confirmed the release of his fourteenth solo studio album Make-Up Is A Lie, marking his first full-length release in more than five years and a significant return to Sire Records. The album will be released on March 6, with the title track Make-Up Is A Lie unveiled immediately as the lead single.

Third Man Records has announced a major new archival release celebrating the creative force of Jimi Hendrix, revealing Valley Of Jams 1969-1970 as the 67th instalment in its long running Vault series. Created in partnership with Experience Hendrix and in connection with Legacy Recordings, the collection stands as a substantial document of Hendrix's improvisational studio work during the final chapter of his career.

Silversun Pickups have unveiled a new recording of Party In My Tummy, offering their own interpretation of the much loved song from the Yo Gabba GabbaLand! Season 2 soundtrack. The release arrives as the Los Angeles quartet prepare for the launch of their seventh studio album Tenterhooks, due out on February 6 via their New Machine Recordings imprint.

Forty years ago, on January 13, 1986, The Bangles released Different Light, an album that would transform the Los Angeles quartet from cult favourites of the Paisley Underground scene into international pop stars. With its slick production, irresistible hooks, and crossover appeal, Different Light remains the band's most successful record and a defining statement of mid-1980s pop rock.

HunterGirl opens 2026 with a release that feels grounded in memory and movement. Somewhere Wild, out now via 19 Recordings, BBR Music Group and BMG Nashville, marks a defining moment for the Tennessee born singer songwriter as she reconnects with the instincts that first pulled her toward music. The song arrives as a slow building, windswept piece that leans into space, reflection and the quiet desire to step away from noise and return to something elemental.

British heavy metal force Sylosis have sharpened their blade once again, unveiling the punishing new single Erased as the latest statement from their forthcoming seventh studio album The New Flesh. Due for release on February 20 via Nuclear Blast Records, the album arrives at a pivotal moment for a band that has spent more than two decades refining a sound built on precision, intensity and unwavering commitment to modern metal.

Finnish rock project Hokka have advanced their emerging mythology with the release of their second single Death By Cupid's Arrow, deepening the cinematic world first introduced on debut track In The Darkness. The new release reinforces the band's intent to operate on a grand narrative scale, combining stark emotional themes with the weight and drama associated with Finland's long tradition of dark, atmospheric rock.

Francis Rossi opens 2026 with renewed momentum, unveiling two brand new songs that mark the first chapter of his next studio album The Accidental, due for release on January 30, 2026. Issued today as a digital double single, Push Comes To Shove and November Again reaffirm Rossi’s enduring presence as one of British rock’s most distinctive voices and guitarists.

Fifteen years after its release, Seahaven's debut album Winter Forever continues to resonate with fans and critics alike. In early 2026, the Californian band will celebrate the milestone with the Winter Forever 15th Anniversary Tour, performing the album live in full for the first time.

Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum global superstar The Kid LAROI has unveiled his first full-length album in two years, Before I Forget, marking a defining moment in the 22-year-old's career. Known for his genre-blending approach and emotive songwriting, LAROI's latest work presents an intimate portrait of vulnerability, introspection, and creative confidence.

Perth rockers Electric State have officially joined the XMusic label family, marking a new chapter for one of Western Australia's most formidable live acts. To celebrate the signing, the band have dropped a high-octane music video for their latest single “What Do You Want”, a track that signals both resilience and relentless momentum.

Across nearly two decades with Busby Marou, Tom Busby’s songwriting has thrived on restraint, melodic patience and an instinctive understanding of place. With his debut solo album Rockhampton Hangover, Busby steps away from the shared harmonies and collective identity of the duo to reveal a more solitary creative voice, one that feels exposed, reflective and grounded in lived experience.