Soft Science is releasing their fifth album, Sand, in September 2026. The ten-track record expands on the Northern California band’s signature blend of dream pop, shoegaze, and post-punk, combining layered twin twelve-string guitars, electronic textures, and ethereal vocals with hook-filled melodies.
Swedish heavy metal band Scarblade has signed with record label Wormholedeath to release their album, Guardians of Time, on October 30, 2026. The album blends traditional and modern heavy metal elements. The band has released the title track as the lead single alongside an official music video.
The St. Louis Cardinals announced their 30-game 2027 Spring Training schedule, marking their 30th season training in Jupiter, Florida. Running from February 19 to March 21, the slate includes 15 home games and 15 road games, featuring 19 total contests at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium.
Liverpool post-punk band The Room has released their album Doom Pop! through 9×9 Records. Recorded at Ark Studios in Liverpool, the eleven-track release updates the group’s original independent sound with concise, pop-oriented post-punk arrangements.
Matt and Jay record a mobile episode of the Nyrdcast Podcast to discuss comic book topics. They also talk a little pro wrestling. They conclude with an extensive media assignment covering various films and comics. The episode also features music by the Hellflowers and Bam Biere Farmhouse Session Ale by Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales.
Pennsylvania musician and producer Robin Ross has collaborated with vocalist Carmine Gontz to release the single Blood Lines. Recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studio and released through RPM Entertainment, the hard rock track explores generational ties, family memories, and shared legacies.
Tracy Bonham is releasing LIFT, a reimagined 30th-anniversary edition of her debut album, The Burdens of Being Upright, on November 13, 2026. The album features new string arrangements that reframe her original rock songs with mature perspectives on empowerment and personal healing.
Heavy metal band Sagittarius has released “Voice of Myst,” the second single from their debut album, Abomination of Mind. Set for release on October 9, 2026, through Wormholedeath, the track showcases the group’s evolving sound with heavy riffs, dark atmospheres, and progressive metal elements.
Los Angeles-based musician V Torres has released her independent sophomore album, Woman. Co-produced with Steve Aguilar, the seven-track project reflects a decade of personal experiences, spanning themes of identity, grief, healing, and self-discovery across various musical styles.
Minor League Baseball announced its August 2026 Player and Pitcher of the Month Award winners across the player development system. The honors recognize 24 individual players representing 17 different Major League Baseball organizations for exceptional statistical performances throughout the month.
Toronto-based melodic death metal band SELIAS has released a new single and video titled “Bastard.” The track explores themes of psychological trauma and reclaiming identity, incorporating aggressive riffs, groove-driven rhythms, and powerful vocals.
