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Vice publishes a listicle identifying three emo revival albums from the late 2000s-2010s that the author contends remain sonically relevant today. The piece frames emo as culturally underappreciated despite a common dismissal as a 'phase,' suggesting these albums address contemporary musical needs.

Frank Ocean has previously stated he doesn't identify as an R&B singer despite loving the genre, believing genre classification may be influenced by his ethnicity. The article frames this as a 'progressive' stance that prioritizes musical fusion over restrictive labels.

A weekly entertainment and events guide for Buenos Aires featuring cultural activities including European street fairs, Welsh history exhibits, drag bingo, vinyl cafés, street food vendors, and concerts ranging from tango reinterpretations to electronic music.

Kendrick Lamar discussed his musical 'superpower' in a conversation with SZA, relating it to his track 'Not Like Us.' The article reports on Lamar's self-reflection about his artistic abilities without providing substantive detail about what that superpower allegedly is or the specific context of the conversation.

Musician Kira Puru, known for energetic pop music that charted on triple j Hottest 100, is expanding into acting with roles in two major Australian TV shows this year. The article explores what prompted this career pivot and suggests the experience has been humbling.

A humorous personal essay defending guilty-pleasure rock songs that the author considers 'cringey' but refuses to apologize for liking. The piece draws from a self-curated playlist titled 'music for middle school boys' and positions the author as a self-aware expert on this specific musical taste.

A 19-year-old Argentine singer Milo J performed at NPR's Tiny Desk Concert, which the author frames as evidence of Argentina's emerging generation of internationally successful artists. The piece highlights broader trends of Argentine musicians gaining global recognition through tours, collaborations, and mainstream media appearances.

Chicago singer Jean Deaux publicly accused St. Louis rapper Smino on social media of withholding royalties owed to her over a 9-year period. The dispute highlights broader issues within the music industry regarding artist compensation. The article provides limited details beyond Deaux's X posts and offers no statement from Smino's side.

Vice News reports the 2026 Austin City Limits music festival lineup, featuring headliners including Charli XCX, Twenty One Pilots, Lorde, and others across two October weekends. The announcement coincides with the festival's 25th anniversary celebration.

A Vice News article celebrates iconic rock couples by highlighting the May 5, 1984 marriage of Chrissie Hynde (The Pretenders) and Jim Kerr (Simple Minds), who met while touring together in Australia and New Zealand. The piece uses this anniversary as a hook to discuss four notable musical couples without apparent political agenda or controversial framing.

An artist formerly known as D-Pryde, now performing as RUSSELL!, is profiled for his early adoption of YouTube as a creative platform and his current music career trajectory. The piece emphasizes his origin story from Brampton, Ontario and positions him as ahead of industry trends in platform adoption.

Punk band The Menzingers announced a 32-date North American tour scheduled for fall 2026 in support of their new album Everything I Ever Saw. The tour will include support from Hot Water Music and Weakened Friends across clubs and theaters in the U.S. and Canada.

The IDF announced it conducted a targeted airstrike in Gaza that killed Hamas Nukhba commander Anas Hamed, claiming he participated in the October 7 Nova music festival massacre. The report relies entirely on IDF claims without independent verification or opposing perspectives.

An article exploring the lived experience of being 'wasian' (white and Asian biracial individuals), using musician Laufey as a cultural reference point. The piece discusses how biracial identity encompasses unique experiences distinct from those of monoracial white or Asian people.

A Vice article highlights three 1990s rock bands that the author claims maintain their musical quality despite career disruptions from hiatuses, breakups, or industry changes. The piece celebrates these bands' enduring sound and relevance despite fading from mainstream prominence.

The article reveals that Ziggy Marley sang the theme song to the 1990s cartoon Arthur, a fact the author suggests many people were unaware of. The piece frames this discovery as a surprising connection between a reggae musician and a widely-watched children's show that has likely remained in viewers' memories for decades.

Vice publishes a profile of Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea's personal bedtime routine, which the author frames as surprisingly modest compared to expectations about a rock musician's lifestyle. The piece uses casual conversational language and sets up expectations before revealing the actual routine details.

A Portuguese entrepreneur named Fernando Gaspar Barros has created Brands Like Bands, described as a music festival dedicated exclusively to bands formed within companies. The article frames this as a novel approach to corporate culture by turning it into a global cultural movement rather than a boardroom discussion.