Recent entertainment news spans music festivals, album releases, and a biographical film, offering a diverse range of content for fans [4, 12, 14]. From rock festivals to new music from established artists and a look at the life of a music icon, there's something for everyone [2, 13, 15].
Festival Announcements and Concert Tours
The Maid of Stone Festival 2026 has announced its first 20 bands, including headliners The Temperance Movement and Saxon [4]. Several artists have also announced tour dates [1]. Alter Bridge will embark on a six-date UK and Ireland tour in February and March 2026, following the release of their upcoming album [1]. Bywater Call, with Meghan Parnell's vocals, is set to return to the UK for an eight-date headline tour in Autumn 2025, joined by Dan Patlansky [2]. Rammstein vocalist Till Lindemann will perform a solo concert in London in November 2025 as part of his "Meine Welt Tour" [3]. In Sacramento, the Breakaway Festival and Good Vibes Cali Tour recently took place at Cal Expo venues [6].
New Music and Film Releases
The Neighbourhood has announced their new album "(((((ultraSOUND)))))" and released three new tracks [12]. Hilary Duff has teased the release of new music soon [13]. A musical dramedy titled "Brother Verses Brother" is set in San Francisco and features music by Ethan Gold [17]. "Song Sung Blue," starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, explores the lives of Neil Diamond [14, 15]. The film delves into the challenges the couple faces as working-class performers and the strain on their blended family [14].
TL;DR
- Maid of Stone Festival 2026 revealed its initial lineup, while Alter Bridge and Bywater Call announced UK and Ireland tours [1, 4].
- The Neighbourhood is releasing a new album, "(((((ultraSOUND)))))", and Hilary Duff is teasing new music [12, 13].
- "Song Sung Blue," starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, offers a biographical look into the life of Neil Diamond [14, 15].
- A new live music venue proposal in Asheville is stirring debate among neighbors [10, 11].