Today in Music: Bailey Zimmerman’s Big Drop, Deftones Tease, and Massachusetts Moments You Don’t Want to Miss

Bailey Zimmerman's Big Drop, Deftones Tease, and Massachusetts Moments You Don't Want to Miss are all happening today in music.

The music business is humming with new releases, announcements, and live events all around the country, including right here in Massachusetts. Here's a list of what's making noise today, whether you're listening from your bedroom or going to a performance in the Berkshires.

🌟 Bailey Zimmerman releases Different Night Same Rodeo
Bailey Zimmerman, a country music sensation, has released his second studio album, Different Night Same Rodeo. The album came out today and has a strong blend of twang and emotion. It also has big-name collaborations like Luke Combs, Diplo, and The Kid LAROI. Zimmerman has taken a big step forward, and early responses suggest it might be better than his first big hit.

🌀 Deftones Get People Excited About Private Music Alt-Metal Icons Deftones are asking fans to send in questions for frontman Chino Moreno before their 10th studio album, Private Music, comes out on August 22. This interactive method suggests that the project is very personal. Do you have a question? You have until August 13 to send it in through The Guardian.

Outside Lands Festival Is Now Live
Outside Lands 2025 in San Francisco starts today. But due to Amazon Prime Video and Twitch, fans all across the world, including in Massachusetts, can watch Tyler, the Creator, Doja Cat, and Hozier perform starting at 4:30 p.m. EDT. If you miss it, you'll feel a lot of FOMO.

🏡 What's going on in Massachusetts? Casey Dienel (White Hinterland) is back.
Casey Dienel, who used to go by the name White Hinterland and is from Massachusetts, revealed her new album, My Heart Is an Outlaw, coming out on October 17. Along with a visually stunning music video, her new track "Your Girl's Upstairs" came out. This is her first effort in eight years, and it promises to make you think and feel with fire.

Tanglewood Keeps Classical Music Alive in the Summer
This week, the Boston Symphony Orchestra's famous Tanglewood season continues with some great performances. Keith Lockhart will conduct a film-score night, and Yo-Yo Ma will be there for a rehearsal. If you're in the Berkshires, this is your sign to get a lawn seat.

The Big E Fair Books Busta and Ross
The Big E Fair in West Springfield announced some big changes to its fall schedule. Busta Rhymes and Rick Ross will headline on September 13, and ZZ Top, The Avett Brothers, and Foreigner will fill out the month. Mark your calendars if you prefer hip-hop or traditional rock.

Nash and Harris Light Up Tanglewood
Finally, Graham Nash and Emmylou Harris blew everyone away at Tanglewood last week with a moving version of Neil Young's "Helpless." Critics applauded the couple's connection and storytelling, which is a reminder of how music can calm and inspire.

💬 Last Thoughts
Today's music news shows that the soundscape is alive and changing, whether you're listening Bailey Zimmerman's new songs or seeing classical luminaries in the Berkshires. And for Massachusetts, the spotlight is much brighter.

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