Julianna Hurtado

Last year was a big one for Halsey—personally and professionally. The artist gave birth to her first child with boyfriend Alev Aydin. She updated her social media bios to reflect a change in pronouns, from she/her to she/they. Just two months later, she released her fourth studio album If I Can’t Have Love, I Want ... <a title="Will Halsey Tour in 2022?" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/will-halsey-go-on-tour/" aria-label="Read more about Will Halsey Tour in 2022?">Read more</a>

It’s been three years, three new albums, and two re-released Taylor’s Version albums since Taylor Swift has gone on tour. Of course, the ongoing pandemic has a lot to do with why Swift hasn’t been on the road in years. Let’s not forget, “Lover Fest” was one of the many concert tours cancelled in 2020. ... <a title="When Is Taylor Swift Going On Tour?" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/when-is-taylor-swift-going-on-tour/" aria-label="Read more about When Is Taylor Swift Going On Tour?">Read more</a>

It isn’t easy to discover new music. Our Spotify homepages generate playlists of artists we’ve already starred, of albums we already know and love. New rap music, in particular, is difficult to come by. With the genre expanding as the years go on, with more and more cities becoming rap music hubs, wading through the ... <a title="It’s Not Too Late to Discover CupcakKe, A Rapper You Need to Know" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/its-not-too-late-to-discover-cupcakke-a-rapper-you-need-to-know/" aria-label="Read more about It’s Not Too Late to Discover CupcakKe, A Rapper You Need to Know">Read more</a>

In January 2020, Halsey released her third studio album Manic. Shortly after, Halsey appeared on SNL to promote her new album singles, “You should be sad” and “Finally // Beautiful Stranger.” Halsey even planned a large, worldwide “Manic” Tour to promote her highly successful album. She also wanted to celebrate with her fans, to put ... <a title="Everything We Know About Halsey’s New Album" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/everything-we-know-about-halseys-new-album-2/" aria-label="Read more about Everything We Know About Halsey’s New Album">Read more</a>

Finally, she’s making the comeback we’ve all been waiting for. Lorde is set to release her third album, Solar Power, this Summer. The announcement was made early this month, along with the arrival of the album’s first and titular single. Additionally, “Solar Power” was accompanied by the cheeky, jubilant Solar Power cover photo. Taken from ... <a title="Everything We Know About Lorde’s New Album" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/everything-we-know-about-lordes-new-album/" aria-label="Read more about Everything We Know About Lorde’s New Album">Read more</a>

Last week (June 18th) H.E.R. finally released her full-length album, Back Of My Mind. For those of you familiar with the child prodigy turned R&B songmaker, the arrival of Back Of My Mind potentially felt like an afterthought. H.E.R has already delivered some of the best R&B tracks of the decade, such as her Grammy ... <a title="It’s Not Too Late to Discover H.E.R, Now Out With Her Debut Album" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/its-not-too-late-to-discover-h-e-r-now-out-with-her-debut-album/" aria-label="Read more about It’s Not Too Late to Discover H.E.R, Now Out With Her Debut Album">Read more</a>

On March 20, 2020, NYC’s Broadway, as well as theater districts around the nation, abruptly shuttered their doors to patrons, actors, producers, and thousands of other lives tied to the industry. Due to the spread of COVID-19 and the nature of the virus, indoor venues have faced the most uncertain of futures. As phase after ... <a title="When Will Broadway Reopen?" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/when-will-broadway-reopen/" aria-label="Read more about When Will Broadway Reopen?">Read more</a>

Many, many musicians were slated to tour in 2020. But with the concert industry indefinitely on hold, performers who planned on being in front of their fans this year have turned to other platforms, mediums, even realities, in order get their music to the people who want it most. So, What are augmented-reality concerts? Augmented ... <a title="What You Need to Know About AR and VR Concerts" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-ar-and-vr-concerts/" aria-label="Read more about What You Need to Know About AR and VR Concerts">Read more</a>

All throughout American history, music has been used as a vehicle for protest. From the civil rights movement, to Me Too, to Black Lives Matter, music and its artists have played an important role in aiding the social conscious through periods of change. One genre in particular has famously voiced the plight, the ongoing mistreatment, ... <a title="10 Rappers We Want to Hear from Right Now" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/10-rappers-we-want-to-hear-from-right-now/" aria-label="Read more about 10 Rappers We Want to Hear from Right Now">Read more</a>

As we approach music festival season, many music fans are mourning their typically busy concert schedules. For those who make a tradition of attending festivals such as Coachella, Governor’s Ball, Hangout Fest, and more, we’re here to say there is some light at the end of this tunnel. Though we’re not sure when the next ... <a title="5 Livestream Music Festivals Happening This Week" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/5-livestream-music-festivals-happening-this-week/" aria-label="Read more about 5 Livestream Music Festivals Happening This Week">Read more</a>

When the first COVID-19 quarantine began, stars John Legend, Chris Martin of Coldplay, and OneRepublic began the #TogetherAtHome live stream concert series. Performing in the comforts of their home studios/pianos, this musicians launched a movement, encouraging artists alike to join in the effort to connect with fans amidst the pandemic. Now, with support from Global ... <a title="“One World: Together At Home” Lineup, Streaming Info, and More" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/one-world-together-at-home-lineup-streaming/" aria-label="Read more about “One World: Together At Home” Lineup, Streaming Info, and More">Read more</a>

It’s been a few months since the last round of Kendrick Lamar buzz, when the Pulitzer prize-winning rapper’s name appeared on a few summer music festival lineups including Montreal’s Osheaga Festival. Though Kendrick didn’t seize the moment to drop any word on his upcoming album, we didn’t think it would be very much longer before ... <a title="Is Kendrick Lamar Getting Ready to Drop a New Album?" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/is-kendrick-lamar-getting-ready-to-drop-a-new-album/" aria-label="Read more about Is Kendrick Lamar Getting Ready to Drop a New Album?">Read more</a>

It’s been a few years (nearly four) since Lady Gaga released a solo record. Her last, 2016’s Joanne, was a significant departure from the bombastic, synth-driven pop music of the superstar’s luxurious past. In the time since, Lady Gaga has starred and composed songs in the movie A Star Is Born and paved her residency ... <a title="Will Lady Gaga Tour in 2020?" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/will-lady-gaga-tour/" aria-label="Read more about Will Lady Gaga Tour in 2020?">Read more</a>

We are months away from the three year anniversary of DAMN., the Pulitzer prize-winning album by Kendrick Lamar. In the years since, Kendrick has produced Black Panther: The Album and contributed to the soundtrack for Creed II. But, much like the rest of his career, Kendrick has remained extremely tight-lipped when it comes to his ... <a title="Will Kendrick Lamar Tour in 2020?" class="read-more" href="https://tpblog.tickpick.com/will-kendrick-lamar-tour/" aria-label="Read more about Will Kendrick Lamar Tour in 2020?">Read more</a>