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Mike D 5D's debut solo LP Thank You delivers glitchy, playful energy rooted in Beastie Boy history, signaling a fresh chapter in his career.
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Mike D 5D's debut solo LP Thank You delivers glitchy, playful energy rooted in Beastie Boy history, signaling a fresh chapter in his career.

Courtney Love says doctors told her she would die during a 2019 health crisis after moving from Los Angeles to London; she endured hair loss and dropping to about 100 pounds, but refused to believe the prognosis, and she’s now healthy and planning a new solo album and tour.

Rolling Stone’s interview with Jin covers his rock-infused solo work influenced by Coldplay, his aspirations to extend BTS’s touring to reach more fans worldwide, and the dream of touring with BTS again while balancing the demands of aging and group commitments.

Flea announces his first solo album Honora, a jazz-influenced project due March 27 via Nonesuch, featuring the new single Traffic Lights co-written with Thom Yorke (animated video by Nespy5euro); the album was composed and arranged by Flea with contributions from jazz and rock collaborators, and a spring tour across North America and Europe.

TXT's Yeonjun announced his first official solo album, 'NO LABELS: PART 01,' set to be released on November 7, with pre-orders starting October 17, following his previous mixtape 'GGUM' in September 2024.

Jeff Tweedy, frontman of Wilco, discusses his prolific career, his latest triple album 'Twilight Override', and his views on creativity, labor, and the thriving alt-country scene, emphasizing the importance of work ethic, connection, and cultural contribution.

Hayley Williams has released her new solo album 'Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party,' featuring 17 tracks and a bonus song, available on streaming services and physically from November 7, with collaborations from longtime associates and contributions from Jim-E Stack.

Blackpink's Rosé has released her first solo album, 'Rosie,' which delves into personal experiences of heartbreak and betrayal. The album features 12 tracks, including "toxic till the end," and addresses themes of manipulation and unreturned love, inspired by a past relationship. Rosé's lyrics reflect her emotional journey and the impact of a significant ex, as she shares stories familiar to those close to her.
BTS member Jin has released his debut solo album 'Happy,' showcasing his musical versatility with a mix of New Wave, rock, and piano ballads. The album features collaborations with artists like Gary Barlow and WENDY from Red Velvet, and includes tracks like "Running Wild" and "I will come to you," the latter being a tribute to his fans post-military service. This album marks a significant step in Jin's solo career as BTS members explore individual projects during their hiatus.

BTS leader RM's second solo album, "Right Place, Wrong Person," delves into his personal journey and emotions, moving away from genre experimentation to a raw exploration of his identity. Featuring collaborations with artists like Little Simz and Moses Sumney, the album reflects RM's introspective and multifaceted approach, addressing themes of anger, hope, and self-discovery. Despite its potential Billboard success, the album stands as a testament to RM's evolution as an artist and his quest for deeper self-expression.

Brian Kelley, formerly of Florida Georgia Line, has released a solo album titled "Tennessee Truth," focusing on his deep Tennessee roots, family, and faith. Despite the unexpected split from the duo, Kelley remains grateful for his past experiences and is dedicated to connecting with fans through his new music. He emphasizes living life to its fullest and staying true to his values.

BTS leader RM's second solo album, "Right Place, Wrong Person," delves into his existential struggles and dual identity, blending introspective lyrics with a psychedelic and soulful sound. Collaborations with artists like San Yan, DOMi and JD Beck, and Little Simz enhance the album's explorative nature, while tracks like "Heaven" and "Around the world in a day" showcase RM's lyrical depth and musical versatility.

RM's second solo album, "Right Place, Wrong Person," showcases his explorative nature with 11 tracks that span psychedelic, alternative, old school hip-hop, progressive jazz, soul/R&B, rock-rap, indie, and pop. Collaborations with Little Simz and Moses Sumney elevate the project, proving RM's versatility and dynamic artistry. The album is a compelling sonic journey and a strong follow-up to his debut, "Indigo."

BTS' RM has released his second solo album, "Right Place, Wrong Person," featuring 11 tracks including the lead single "Come Back to Me." The album, which follows his 2022 debut "Indigo," offers a raw and honest look at RM's personal sensibilities and experiences. The release comes as RM and his BTS bandmates fulfill their mandatory military service, with plans to reunite in 2025.

Kim Gordon's second solo album, The Collective, is a cacophony of mundane thoughts, funny asides, and flashes of pure rage set to ear-splitting trap beats and churning industrial guitar, reflecting her mordant curiosity about mainstream culture. Produced by Justin Raisen, the album features fractured, stream-of-consciousness lyrics that eschew poetry or diarism, creating an impulsive and lizard-brained vibe. Gordon's trademark breathy sprechgesang is layered over trap beats, resulting in a dense and invigorating album that blurs the lines between resilience and brokenness, sex and violence, and mundanity and surrealism.