SXSW 2026: the 12 breakout artists our critics say you need to see in Austin

Looking for the next big thing at SXSW? Here are 12 breakout artists to watch in Austin during the 2026 festival.

1971 Hit Ranked Among Best ‘Soft Rock Songs’ of All Time Became a Heartbreak Anthem

In 2024, Ultimate Classic Rockpulled together a definitive ranking of the best "soft rock" songs ever recorded, offering a unique blend of classic tracks and modern hits. In pole position was ...

All Songs Considered: Cruelly ranking the best original song Oscar nominees

Will this finally be Diane Warren’s year at the Oscars, when she goes up against “Golden” from K-Pop Demon Hunters and “I Lied To You,” from Sinners? (Probably not).Host Robin Hilton is joined by New ...

1971 Hit Ranked Among Best ‘Soft Rock Songs’ of All Time Became a Breakup Anthem

In 2024, Ultimate Classic Rock ranked the top 40 soft rock songs in history, compiling an era-spanning list of the greatest ...

Twenty One Pilots Return To The Charts With The Band’s Latest Album

Breach, the latest album by Twenty One Pilots, returns to multiple Billboard charts in America as viral single "Drag Path" launches on many rankings at once.