Pop and Rock

The Hives Announce World Tour

PUBLISHED Apr 1, 2025

The Hives announced plans for their second album in their comeback era today, led by excellent new single "Enough Is Enough," and now, they...

Wet Leg Announce Sophomore Album 'moisturizer'

PUBLISHED Apr 1, 2025

I speak not only for myself but just about everyone else on staff at Exclaim! in announcing our rabid excitement at the news of Wet Leg's...

Conan O'Brien Told Paul McCartney That He Peaked with the Quarrymen: "He Didn't Laugh"

PUBLISHED Apr 1, 2025

Paul McCartney has been given many compliments throughout his life, but here's something he probably hasn't heard very often: Conan O'Brien...

The Hives Continue Their Comeback Era with "Enough Is Enough"

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PUBLISHED Apr 1, 2025

The Hives were among my least-expected comebacks in 2023, but their tear back into public consciousness with 'The Death of Randy...

The Pogues Announce First North American Tour Since Shane MacGowan's Death

PUBLISHED Apr 1, 2025

The death of Pogues singer Shane MacGowan was one of the defining music news stories of 2023. The following year, the band reformed after a...

Djo's Music Is Anything but Basic: "If Somebody Can Find Themselves in It, Then Mission Accomplished"

PUBLISHED Apr 1, 2025

"I kind of do this selfishly, just for myself." Joe Keery's craft comes from an insular place. Once best known for his role as the charming...

Jenny Hval Plots North American Tour

PUBLISHED Apr 1, 2025

"To be a rose," the first single from Jenny Hval's upcoming new album 'Iris Silver Mist,' is among Exclaim!'s Favourite Songs of 2025 So Far...

John Mulaney Complains About Arcade Fire's 'SNL' Party Performance: "Get Outta Here"

PUBLISHED Apr 1, 2025

John Mulaney has a message for Arcade Fire: "Get outta here." The comedian and talk show host recently appeared on the podcast Conan O'Brien...