Popdose — From the second coming of the Smiths, to Northern Ireland's leap to the forefront of Global Hip Hop, 2024 saw some truly spectacular artists blast into the mainstream -- here are some of our favorites. more info

Stereogum — Another year of Morrissey playing shows, canceling shows, and not releasing an album is coming to an end. His self-proclaimed “best album” Bonfire Of Teenagers has been in the works since 2020, but he’s said no one will release it because of... more info

Magnet Magazine — 40 years ago, the Smiths released Hatful Of Hollow. Heaven knows we’re old and miserable now. Read our classic feature on the early days of the Smiths and Rough Trade Records: The post The Smiths Released “Hatful Of Hollow” 40 Years Ago appear... more info

Magnet Magazine — 25 years ago today, Fiona Apple released When The Pawn … Thank dog for ellipses. Read our MAGNET Feedback with Robyn Hitchcock on Apple, Syd Barrett, Byrds, Decemberists, Bob Dylan, Feist, Kinks, Alison Krauss And Gillian Welch, John Lennon, Nick L... more info

Stereogum — Morrissey has put a brief moratorium on his bickering with former Smiths bandmate Johnny Marr and is now on a solo North American tour. He played in Dallas Saturday night, but the show was cut slightly short; during the encore song “First Of The... more info

Stereogum — It was surprising enough when Rick Astley teamed up with Manchester indie rockers Blossoms for a run of Smiths cover shows a few years ago. Now, as the leaves of Brat summer begin to turn gold, they’ve really outdone themselves by putting their ... more info

Antimusic Rock — Blitz Vega are gearing up to release their debut album Northern Gentleman this Friday, which was co-produced by late bassist Andy Rourke of The Smiths fame. To celebrate we asked Kav to tell us about the single 'Lost Myself'. more info

New York Post — It’s been a particularly painful period for some beloved bands — with Jane's Addiction imploding in the middle of a reunion tour. But sometimes there's as much hate as harmony. more info

Stereogum — The saga continues: Last month, Morrissey claimed he said yes to a Smiths reunion tour offer, but Johnny Marr ignored it; then, he said Marr also blocked a Smiths deluxe reissue; most recently, he lamented that Marr acquired the Smiths trademark a... more info

Obscure Sound — “What Passed Me By This Night” is a moody, nocturnal rock success from Iceland-based artist R.M. Hendrix. Thematically capturing a will to survive, amidst foreboding threats at the midnight hour, pairs with an atmospheric rock sound that takes in... more info