If you’re anything like us, we see an interesting headline during our daily scroll—pause to read it—but then keep scrolling without reading the actual story. So at the end of each week, we’re rounding up all the buzziest, news-worthy headlines you might have missed. Think of it like the “saved” feature on Instagram but for news instead of aesthetically pleasing photos. This is what you missed.
#1
Flashback Friday
Olivia Rodrigo is celebrating the fifth anniversary of her debut hit “Drivers License” with a cover by David Byrne and special vinyl releases. Byrne, who previously performed with Rodrigo at Governors Ball, reimagines the song, available to stream digitally. Two limited-edition 7″ vinyls—one translucent ruby featuring Byrne’s cover and highlights from Gov Ball, and a Target-exclusive fruit punch version with the original and live recordings—are now available for preorder. Rodrigo also hinted at a busy 2026 with new music, reflecting on the lasting impact of her breakthrough hit.
#2
Bruno’s Back
Bruno Mars will release his fourth solo album, The Romantic, on February 27, 2026, marking his first solo LP since 2016’s 24K Magic. He will also drop a new single on January 9. Since 24K Magic, Mars has collaborated with Anderson .Paak as Silk Sonic and released multiple high-profile duets, including the Grammy-winning “Die With a Smile” with Lady Gaga.
#3
Hitting the Big Screen
Twenty One Pilots will release a concert film, More Than We Ever Imagined, capturing their sold-out Clancy World Tour show in Mexico City. The film premieres in theaters worldwide on February 26, with select IMAX screenings starting February 25. Directed by longtime collaborator Mark C. Eshlema, it combines over 20 cameras on the audience with behind-the-scenes perspectives of Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun. Tickets go on sale January 15. This marks the duo’s second concert film release and their first in IMAX.
#4
New Icons
Lola Young, Fuerza Regida, and BigXthaPlug will headline Rolling Stone’s fourth annual Future of Music showcase at SXSW 2026, taking place March 12–14 at Austin’s ACL Live. The three-night event will feature emerging artists across pop, hip-hop, country, and música mexicana. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. CT, with additional acts and programming to be announced in the coming weeks.
#5
New Robyn Now
Robyn is set to release her ninth studio album, Sexistential, on March 27, 2026—her first in nearly a decade. The Swedish pop icon also shared the singles “Sexistential” and “Talk to Me,” co-produced with longtime collaborators Klas Åhlund and Oscar Holter, with Max Martin contributing to “Talk to Me.” Robyn describes the album as a high-energy, introspective return, exploring sensuality, creativity, and self-expression. Sexistential will be available on multiple colored vinyl editions, and she will perform the title track on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.
