The iconic California boutique festival returns to SoCal’s scenic Buena Vista Lake from May 20–24, 2026, and its first-wave lineup promises something for every kind of music lover. A Festival Back With Force After years building a reputation as one of the most creative independent festivals in the U.S., Lightning in a Bottle is gearing […]
Pop-Punk Legend Mark Hoppus Heads to Australia in 2026 A Tour Like No Other Mark Hoppus — best known as the co-lead vocalist and bassist of Blink‑182 — is taking a bold new step. In March 2026, he will journey to Australia not to play a bass guitar or perform the classic pop-punk anthems, but […]
Introduction Have you ever had that weird feeling of déjà vu—like you’ve seen the same thing play out before? For some artists, it’s becoming an all-too-familiar scenario: their music is used without permission, often in a way they find deeply troubling. That’s exactly what’s happened with Olivia Rodrigo and her song All‑American Bitch. In November […]
If you’re a longtime fan of George Strait—or just love country music in the Lone Star State—you might want to clear your calendar. On November 6, 2025, Gorge Strait took to Instagram and dropped a tantalizing hint: “An announcement incoming for the Lone Star State.” Here’s what we know so far, what it might mean […]




