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Local Noise Philadelphia Launches Search For The Region's Next Breakout Artist

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:41:07 EDT

KEY TAKEAWAYS - - - • Local Noise Philadelphia is a new battle of the bands-style competition celebrating the next generation of artists from across the region. - • Bands and artists have until July 24 to submit for the chance to compete live at Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia this August. - • One winner will earn the opportunity to perform at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion, take the next step in their career and receive a cash prize. - - - Every artist starts somewhere. Local Noise Philadelp...

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Shania Twain Releases Nostalgic Single “Faded Blue Jeans” Featuring Queens of the Stone Age Frontman Josh Homme

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:06:56 EDT

Today, five-time GRAMMY Award winner and the top-selling female country-pop artist of all time Shania Twain releases “Faded Blue Jeans” feat. Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age, the final preview of her forthcoming album, Little Miss Twain, arriving July 24 via Republic Nashville. Listen HERE. In celebration of the release, fans can pre-order a limited-edition Little Miss Twain “Faded Blue Jeans” picture disc from Shania's official store HERE. - - A nostalgic, guitar-dr...

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Warner Music Group Accelerates ADA Growth in EMEA with Strategic Expansion

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:08:38 EDT

Howard Corner appointed to newly created role of Head of ADA, EMEA - - Integration of Revelator's cutting-edge technology to transform ADA's distribution platform - - Leading regional distributors Africori and Qanawat Music to be part of ADA - - Warner Music Group (WMG) today announced a major strategic expansion of ADA, its independent distribution and label services division, across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). The moves are designed to supercharge ADA's regional operat...

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The Rolling Stones Celebrate the Release of New Album Foreign Tongues with Star-Studded London Party and Landmark Thames Light Show

Thu, 9 Jul 2026 11:24:39 EDT

Tonight, The Rolling Stones celebrated the release of their brand new album, Foreign Tongues, with an exclusive, star-studded party overlooking the River Thames from the terrace of London's newest luxury hotel, St. Clement. - - Mick Jagger and Ronnie Wood hosted friends, guests and celebrity attendees including Daniel Craig, Rachel Weisz, Sam Fender, Sacha Baron Cohen, Simone Ashley, Christian Louboutin, John McEnroe, Glen Matlock, and Vernon Kay. - - The celebrations culminated in a specta...

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Shure Brings Pristine Audio to 'Upstairs at Ronnie's' as Ronnie Scott's Opens New Live Music Room

Thu, 9 Jul 2026 11:13:14 EDT

Ronnie Scott's, London's legendary Soho jazz club, has turned to Shure to deliver the audio backbone of 'Upstairs at Ronnie's', its newly redeveloped live music room. The venue, which sits above the club's famous downstairs stage, has been built from the ground up with a single ambition: to create the greatest small live music venue in the world. - - Designed to seat 140 guests, Upstairs at Ronnie's combines world-class technical specification with intimacy, pairing a Yamaha S3X Grand Piano...

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For You Fest Turns The Social Feed Into A Live Festival Experience With Creator-Led Live Podcasts, Comedy, Music, Beauty, Fashion and Culinary Workshops, And Interactive Fan Experiences

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 13:31:09 EDT

KEY TAKEAWAYS - - - • Lineup includes Quenlin Blackwell, Tana Mongeau, DJ Trixie Mattel, Trisha Paytas, Patrick Ta, Wisdom Kaye, Caleb Hearon & Drew Afualo, Meg Stalter, Owen Thiele, and more - • November 14-15 At Great Park in Irvine, CA - • Presale begins Friday, July 10 at 10am PT with guaranteed lowest price 2-Day GA Tickets available for one hour only - - - For You Fest turns the social feed into a live festival experience as the first large-scale festival built around creator culture...

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Lucy Dacus Releases Self-Directed Music Video for “Planting Tomatoes”

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 13:08:00 EDT

WATCH HERE - - one of the most essential voices in modern indie rock. “ - – The New Yorker - - “one of the best younger singer-songwriters we've got right now” - – Variety - - “The dreamiest star in indie rock's current pantheon” - – Ann Powers, NPR Music - - Lucy Dacus has released the self-directed music video for her latest track “Planting Tomatoes” following an intimate screening last night in New York City. - - The music video was shot entirely in Lucy's beloved h...

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U2 Share Brand New Track “Street of Dreams”

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 12:50:51 EDT

WATCH MUSIC VIDEO HERE - - LISTEN HERE - - DOWNLOAD ASSETS HERE - - Island Records today announced the release of a brand new track titled 'Street of Dreams' from U2.It is the first song to be taken from the band's yet-to-be announced new studio album, U2's first in 9 years, due for release later this year. Listen to 'Street of Dreams' HERE and watch the video HERE . - - The music video for 'Street of Dreams' was shot in Mexico City in May, where the band also attend...

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Biennale Danza 2026: Dance is for everyone

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 10:34:31 EDT

Biennale Danza 2026 The 20th International Festival of Contemporary Dance, titled TIME DOES NOT EXIST and directed by Wayne McGregor, kicks off on 17 July and continues until 1 August. The Festival will combine the scheduled performances with workshops, films, books, installations and meetings, to mark the occasion of its twentieth edition. Dance is for everyone The Festival includes workshops, aimed at specialists but also open to the general public: a chance to experience dan...

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Gracie Abrams and Olivia Rodrigo Talk Friendship, Fame, and 'Daughter from Hell'

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 10:28:19 EDT

With hit albums, sold-out tours, and a generation of fans hanging on every lyric, Gracie Abrams and Olivia Rodrigo are two of pop's most exciting voices. Now, as Gracie prepares to usher in her next era with Daughter from Hell, she sits down with Olivia—fresh off the record-breaking release of you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love —for the latest episode of Spotify's Countdown To video series. Together, they sat down at New York's Cherry Lane Theatre to discuss so...

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LE SSERAFIM Joins Lineup for 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival Presented by Capital One

Mon, 6 Jul 2026 09:58:25 EDT

Tickets available now at AXS.com - - Disney+ and Hulu to serve as the Official Streaming Destination of the Festival - - WHAT: iHeartMedia announced that LE SSERAFIM is joining the lineup for the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One, taking place on Friday, Sept. 18 and Saturday, Sept. 19 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. - - WHO: This year, the epic two-day lineup for the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One will feature performances by BTS, Benson B...

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Ken Carson Releases Highly Anticipated New Album Xperiment

Fri, 3 Jul 2026 11:55:37 EDT

LISTEN HERE - - FEATURES COLLABORATIONS WITH PLAYBOI CARTI, YOUNG THUG, LIL UZI VERT, DESTROY LONELY, AND 2HOLLIS - - SHARES VIDEO FOR “WEDIDIT” - - FT. PLAYBOI CARTI – WATCH HERE - - SET TO HEADLINE COMPLEXCON 2026 ON OCTOBER 3 - - EUROPEAN FESTIVAL HEADLINE RUN KICKS OFF THIS WEEK - - ANNOUNCES LONDON POP-UP - - Today, multi-platinum, Billboard No. 1 recording artist Ken Carson enters his next era with the release of his highly anticipated fifth studio album, xperiment, vi...

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Zeds Dead Surprise Release New Album, Return to the Return (of the Spectrum of Intergalactic Happiness)

Thu, 2 Jul 2026 23:44:07 EDT

Today, Zeds Dead surprise release their third studio album, Return to the Return (of the Spectrum of Intergalactic Happiness), arriving without advance warning as the next chapter in the sprawling sonic universe first introduced on their acclaimed 2025 album Return To The Spectrum Of Intergalactic Happiness. - - Rather than serving as a sequel in the traditional sense, Return to the Return expands and recontextualizes the world established on its predecessor. Across fourteen tracks,...

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Sesame Workshop Announces Iconic Sesame Street Songs Coming to Major Music Platforms in Japan this Month

Thu, 2 Jul 2026 10:44:41 EDT

Sesame Workshop announced that, in collaboration with Universal Music LLC's VMG, Sesame Street songs will be available on major music platforms in Japan. - - This launch will make Sesame Street 's iconic music catalog available for streaming on major music streaming platforms in Japan, bringing generations of beloved songs to children, families, and fans. - - In the first phase of the rollout, more than 100 albums and approximately 1,200 songs are planned for release, with additional titl...

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Warner Records Partners with Acclaimed Music Executive Sickamore, Founder of three times LOUDER

Thu, 2 Jul 2026 10:25:23 EDT

Warner Records announced a strategic partnership with respected music executive Sickamore and his groundbreaking creative institute, three times LOUDER. The collaboration marks a significant next chapter for the culture-forward imprint, which continues its partnership with SoundCloud and is now expanding its reach through Warner Records. - - Founded in 2023, three times LOUDER, operating under the monogram IIIXL, is a physical space in New York City where culture is created—nurturing so...

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BLAIR, Matchola, and Blnko Star in Three New Spotify Sessions From Latin America

Thu, 2 Jul 2026 09:46:44 EDT

Our Spotify Sessions video series turns up the volume on some of Latin America's most exciting artists, giving them and their hand-picked creative teams a space to reimagine their music. Over the last few weeks, we've dropped a trio of new sessions featuring artists from Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico. - - Spotify Sessions serves as a platform for both established and emerging names, bringing together an artist, a music director, and a visual director to create a five‑track video EP. T...

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Sprite Brings Ultimate Refreshment with Street Culture Edge to Music Festivals Around the World

Thu, 2 Jul 2026 09:29:03 EDT

Sprite, the world's No. 1 lemon-lime soft drink, is deepening its connection to global music culture this summer through immersive experiences at more than a dozen music festivals across Asia, Europe and North America, as well as with fresh artist collaborations designed to celebrate the communities shaping street culture around the world. - - Sprite's ambitious global music initiative builds on the recent launch of 'It's That Fresh,' the brand's new persistent platform rooted in fresh take...

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La Reezy, “Rap's Next Generation” Award Recipient, Signs with UnitedMasters

Thu, 2 Jul 2026 07:00:18 EDT

The future of hip-hop is in good hands. With no signs of slowing down, La Reezy is at the precipice of a major breakthrough. The signing announcement marks a pivotal moment in his journey, introducing mainstream audiences to one of the most important artists of his generation. “The partnership with UnitedMasters has been nothing but a blessing; the team executes and supports my ideas 100%. I appreciate how invested they are in my music, my message, and my culture. I'm excited to continue...

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Built 4 U: The LEGO Group And Olivia Rodrigo Drop New Collection Inviting Fans To Find A Story In Every Piece

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:24:31 EDT

- - • New LEGO® Editions Olivia Rodrigo collection showcases five new sets inspired by defining songs, symbols and fan-favourite moments from across Olivia's albums including SOUR, GUTS, and you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love. - - • The chart-topping artist becomes the first ever musician to receive multiple dedicated LEGO sets, which include five new LEGO minifigures celebrating some of her most iconic performances. - - • The five new minifigures revisit some of the Grammy-Award wi...

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Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Legends Kiss Will Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Their Historic 1976 Anaheim Show with Release of Kiss Destroys Anaheim 1976

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:16:30 EDT

EXPERIENCE KISSONLINE HERE - - Rock legends KISS have announced the upcoming release of KISS DESTROYS ANAHEIM '76 , commemorating the 50 th anniversary of one of the most iconic shows in KISStory. On August 20 th, 1976 KISS' The Spirit Of '76 Tour (aka the Destroyer Tour) landed in Anaheim, CA, packing out the Anaheim Stadium with over 42,000 fans – the largest crowd to date for the band at that time. Originally recorded by Eddie Kramer on that KISStoric night, Eddie has newly...

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Live Nation Canada Awards Scholarships to Downsview Students Recognizing Leadership and Creative Excellence

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:27:06 EDT

KEY TAKEAWAYS - - - • Rogers Stadium strengthened its role as a community partner by investing in local youth through targeted scholarships, reinforcing credibility and goodwill in Downsview. - • Support for leadership and the arts is helping build a future talent pipeline aligned with the live entertainment industry, connecting community investment to long-term business relevance. - • Scholarships translate proximity into tangible impact for local students, making Live Nation's commit...

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Grammy-Winning Star Car�n Le�n Makes History with First-Ever Concert and First-Ever Sold-Out Show at Nu Stadium

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:08:21 EDT

History was made last night as Grammy-winning star Car�n Le�n headlined the first-ever concert at Nu Stadium, the world-class venue in the heart of Miami and home of Inter Miami CF. The landmark performance also became the first-ever sold-out concert in the stadium's history, drawing more than 24,000 fans and officially launching a new era of premier live entertainment in Miami. The milestone event also served as the inaugural concert presented by Heron Sports & Entertainment, Inter...

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Carly Rae Jepsen Shares New Single and Video “On Wires”

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:36:51 EDT

Today, multi-platinum, GRAMMY ® Award-nominated pop singer/songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen dropped “On Wires” – the lead single from her new album, Day and Night. Set for release on September 18 via Interscope Records, the 24-track double captures a blurred, dreamlike sense of time where nights stretch into mornings and days dissolve into nights, creating a feeling of being suspended inside a moment. Within that 24-hour cycle, “On Wires” lands in the day period – a suite of bright...

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L�nea Personal Takes “TODO � NADA” on the Road With First Headline Tour

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:30:38 EDT

KEY TAKEAWAYS - - - • General Onsale Begins Friday, June 26 at 10am Local Time at LiveNation.com - - - Following recognition from Rolling Stone as one of m�sica mexicana's most exciting emerging acts and praise from the Los Angeles Times for their innovative blend of R&B and corridos, L�nea Personal now brings that momentum to the stage with the announcement of its first U.S. headline tour. Kicking off their 16-stop run on August 7th in San Luis Obispo, CA, the run marks a major...

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Miranda Lambert's Crisco Arrives October 2

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:52:29 EDT

PRE-ORDER / PRE-SAVE HERE - - Miranda Lambert has spent more than two decades building one of the most celebrated catalogs in country music by trusting her instincts. On her forthcoming album, Crisco, arriving October 2 via MCA, she does exactly that once again. From dance floors and dive bars to desert highways and kitchen-table conversations, Crisco celebrates the many worlds that have always existed within country music. - - Produced by Lambert together with Jesse Frasure,...

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Songwriter and Author RuthAnne Reflects on Her Artistic Journey at a Career Milestone

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:09:20 EDT

In 2006, JoJo 's “Too Little Too Late” climbed the charts, winning over fans and critics alike. It was a career-defining moment for the artist, but also for the song's writer, RuthAnne, who was all of 17 years old. The track has amassed more than 379 million streams on Spotify in the 20 years since and remains a timeless pop anthem. - - That was just the beginning for RuthAnne, whose songwriting credits span over 140 tracks that have amassed nearly 6.9 billion streams. She was the creat...

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Agoda Reveals Rising Travel Interest Ahead of Japan's 2026 Summer Music Festival Season

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:07:02 EDT

Agoda Company Pte. Ltd. (Headquarters: Singapore; CEO: Omri Morgenshtern), which operates the digital travel platform Agoda, has revealed a rise in travel interest for Japanese travelers linked to major music festivals taking place across Japan in summer 2026, based on the platform's accommodation search data. - - According to Agoda's data, accommodation searches from Japanese travelers have increased for popular summer music festival host destinations. Niigata, the host destination of FUJI...

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Adam Tiran Named as General Manager of Africori

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:27:26 EDT

Adam Tiran has been named as the new General Manager of Africori, part of the independent distribution and label services arm of Warner Music Group (WMG). Tiran will be based in Johannesburg and report to Simon Robson, President, EMEA, Recorded Music, WMG. - - Under Tiran's leadership, Africori plans to accelerate its investment in local talent, enhance its comprehensive suite of artist services, and deepen its footprint across East, West, and Southern Africa. - - A founding member of the...

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Olivia Rodrigo Announces New Music Festival, Daisy Chain Fields Featuring All-Women Lineup August 29th at Great Park in Irvine, CA

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:10:27 EDT

NET PROCEEDS FROM THE FESTIVAL WILL BENEFIT NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS THAT ADVANCE AND ADVOCATE FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS - - SIGN UP FOR PRESALE ACCESS, PRESALE BEGINS JUNE 24 AT 10AM PT AT DAISYCHAINFIELDS.COM - - DOWNLOAD ASSETS HERE - - Today, GRAMMY Award-winning, multi-platinum artist Olivia Rodrigo announced Daisy Chain Fields, a new music festival bringing together women in music to support and uplift women and girls. The festival will celebrate the power of collective experiences...

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Tierra Whack Claps Back at the Critics with New Song Release “Totem”

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:25:33 EDT

WATCH “WAX PAPER” HERE - - DOWNLOAD ASSETS HERE - - GRAMMY-nominated recording artist and auteur Tierra Whack ramps up the anticipation for her new mixtape WHACK'S MUSEUM with a brazen new preview track “TOTEM.” Over a sparse beat that allows her commanding lyricism and self-assuredness to shine, Tierra thrashes her critics – rappers and otherwise – and reaffirms her rightful place among hip-hop's most essential emcees, all in under two minutes. “TOTEM” earned immediate approval with...

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Warner Music APAC Launches 'Listen Up'

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:36:30 EDT

Warner Music APAC unveiled Listen Up, a premier global artist accelerator program designed to redefine how talent travels from Asia-Pacific (APAC) markets and scale to global stardom. - - Moving beyond traditional promotion, Listen Up functions as a unified regional engine, providing comprehensive artist development, bespoke profiling, and synchronised long-term strategy across Warner Music's diverse territories. The program is designed to signal key priority artists to the market, turni...

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Introducing Fathers Featuring Kenny Beats, Kiefer, Carrtoons, and Nate Smith

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:54:02 EDT

LISTEN TO THE LEAD SINGLE “PEARL” - - Blue Note Records has announced the July 10 release of FATHERS , the self-titled debut by a collective of groove-savvy producer-musicians comprised of producer Kenny Beats, keyboardist Kiefer, bassist CARRTOONS, and drummer Nate Smith. The album is introduced today with the lead single “PEARL,” a marvel of sprightly melody and percolating grooves that conjures up the vibe of a lost Brazilian pop-jazz LP given a modern sheen. - - FATHERS con...

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Honestav and Mgk Release New Single & Music Video “Crash First” Out Now

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:38:12 EDT

LISTEN HERE : MUSIC VIDEO HERE - - PRE-SAVE SWEET AMERICAN BOY HERE - - Viral alternative singer-songwriter honestav (Av) links up with Grammy-nominated recording artist mgk for new single “Crash First” out today, June 12. The release arrives alongside a music video shot during mgk's recent Australia and New Zealand tour, where the rockstar officially endorsed the rising artist by inviting him on as the opening act. “Crash First” will appear on Av's highly anticipa...

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Live Nation Acquires Majority Stake in Movistar Arena Buenos Aires

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:39:46 EDT

KEY TAKEAWAYS - - - • Live Nation has acquired a majority stake in Movistar Arena Buenos Aires, one of Latin America's leading live entertainment venues. - • Partnership supports Movistar Arena Buenos Aires' continued commitment to delivering a first-class experience for artists, fans and promoters. - - - Live Nation Entertainment today announced that it has acquired a majority stake in Movistar Arena Buenos Aires, one of Latin America's leading live entertainment venues. - - Since openi...

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