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Eileen Carey Returns with Insightful Single, “On The Rise”
The annals of music are rich with stories of those who say they were saved by a song. Maybe it gave them a more fruitful way of looking at life, or a feeling of belonging or perhaps just a laugh when they needed one desperately. Different keys open different doors. No one knows this better or has made wiser use of it than singer/songwriter Eileen Carey. Her fans routinely praise her for sometimes “knowing” them better than they know themselves. Well, here she comes again with the spirit driven “On the Rise.” an assertive declaration that looks self-doubt in the […]
Beloved Studio Guitarist Tim Pierce Doesn’t Shy from Promoting the Benefits of His Innovative Widex SmartRIC™ Hearing Aids
Throughout his personal and professional life, renowned guitarist Tim Pierce has benefitted from good timing. As a boy in the 1960s, he was exposed to Jimi Hendrix and The Beatles, which inspired him to take up guitar at age 12. He moved to Los Angeles in 1979 and caught on with musician-actor Rick Springfield at the time of the Grammy Award-winning “Jessie’s Girl,” consequently joining the band for several years of touring. After, he decided to put down roots and became one of the industry’s most sought-after studio musicians, playing on Bon Jovi’s first single, Crowded House’s hit album “Don’t […]
FIIZ Shares Nightcap EP: An Intimate Exploration of Nightlife and Self-Discovery
IIZ, the dynamic duo of Fiona (Fi) and Isabelle (Iz), known for their bold representation of the LGBTQ+ community in the music industry, share their debut EP, NIGHTCAP. More than just an album, this seven-song collection is a sensory voyage through the highs and lows of a night out, from start to finish. NIGHTCAP is available now on streaming platforms worldwide. NIGHTCAP is the latest manifestation of the duo’s unique synergy, which blends electronic pop, hyperpop, and EDM into an electrifying and groundbreaking sound. The creation of NIGHTCAP took place over six months in Boston, where Fi and Iz resided in Iz’s mother’s basement, crafting […]
Swedish Artist Simon Andersson from Malmö Nominated for the 2023 World Entertainment Awards
Who are your biggest influences? How long of an answer do you like? Ha ha! Early on I watched a VHS tape my father had with videos of John Fogerty, Little Richard, Fats Domino and The Eagles etc. That made a big impact on me as a kid and I watched that tape over and over. Later on when I was around eleven, I was heavily influenced by Chicago. The early era many seem to have forgotten about. I’m talking about the 70’s. So much great music they did back then! And their guitarist – Terry Kath – who was […]
Protest Song Wins Top Honors at USA Songwriting Competition
Will Carpenter and Abby Posner (both pictured) from Los Angeles won the Overall Grand Prize of the 2023 USA Songwriting Competition with their protest song “Get Loud”. Will is part of a Rock group “Ships Have Sailed”. “We truly can’t believe we won. It means the world that the song’s message resonated with you and the judges, and we are truly grateful. This song was written as a protest song for anyone that has had their rights stripped away. We want it to be a universal anthem for those that feel like they have to continue to push for positive changes, for human rights, […]
BREAKING AC/HOT AC NEWS
SHARON. Announces AI-Generated EP Trapped In A Tower By An Incel and Group of Organized Crime
Recording artist and technologist SHARON., founder of Music Cures AI, has announced the release of a new AI-generated EP titled Trapped In A Tower By An Incel and Group of Organized Crime, arriving January 9, 2026. The project is a deeply personal and politically charged body of work rooted in SHARON.’s lived experience with the AI funding ecosystem—beginning with her involvement in AI Grant, which she credits with saving her life, and continuing through the subsequent appropriation of her non–AI-generated intellectual property by Silicon Valley figures and its implementation in systems that influenced financial markets and Wall Street activity. While […]
Renowned Brazilian Drummer Lucio Vieira Debuts his New Single ‘Beyond’
Renowned Brazilian drummer and Los Angeles-based artist Lucio Vieira is set to debut his newest single “Beyond,” featuring acclaimed bassist Francisco Fattoruso. “I had this idea to record some compositions and called my friend and great bassist Francisco. After a long musical conversation over the phone, he came up with some brilliant ideas,” said Vieira, who is known for his work with Melissa Manchester, Herb Alpert and others. “I created the drum part and the solo at the end and thought another friend of mine, the amazing guitarist Rob Reishak, would be a perfect fit. He brought incredible creativity to […]
NYC Lounge Pop Duo Moon Radio Channels a Dreamy Escape on New Single “Shangri-La”
Moon Radio — the spellbinding collaboration between native New Yorker Julia Haltigan and Japanese vibraphone virtuoso Yusuke Yamamoto — returns with their new single, “Shangri-La,” a shimmering meditation on wonder, escape, and the search for paradise in a chaotic world. “It’s a reminder that the path to bliss is rarely a straight line, but a series of luminous stops along the way,” remarks lead singer, Julia Haltigan. Yusuke Yamamoto.adds, “for me, the vibraphone is like light — it moves, it shimmers, it creates space between worlds. With ‘Shangri-La,’ we wanted to open a door into that space and invite listeners […]
The Modbeats Push the Boundaries of Defiance, Escapism, and Rock ’n’ Roll on New Single “Midnight Train”
A jarring anthem of freedom and magnificence, “Midnight Train” marks the first new music from The Modbeats since their debut album Ballad of a Starving Artist. Already a fan favorite of their live shows, the track bursts with raw energy, intensity, and lyrics that cut straight to the core. Propelled by driving rhythms, “Midnight Train” is both an outward escape into the night and an inward dive into the mind. The single is now available on all major streaming platforms. Fresh off the heels of their first album, The Modbeats waste no time delivering an electric new era of escapism and […]
BREAKING COUNTRY NEWS
Kat Velasco Wrestles With Hopelessness In Melancholy New Single
Rising pop-country artist Kat Velasco shares her latest single, “Breaking My Own Heart,” a hauntingly relatable anthem that explores the quiet dread of waiting for happiness to slip away. Layered with emotional weight and vulnerability, the song captures the inner turmoil of bracing for disappointment, even when things seem perfect. “Breaking My Own Heart” is available now […]
Rising Americana Band, The Wonder Licks, Release Emotional Roots Driven Track “Chutes & Ladders”
New York Americana collective, The Wonder Licks, have released their latest single “Chutes & Ladders,” a thoughtful, roots-infused track about the unpredictable shifts that shape day-to-day life. Anchored by the band’s organic instrumentation and instinctive vocal blend, the new song offers a candid snapshot of themes that run through their upcoming body of work: mental health, creative uncertainty, and the strange, often circular pursuit of meaning. “Like the board game, this one’s about the ups and downs of life,” quips lead singer Jacob Wunderlich. “It’s about feeling good one day and bad the next or some mix of both. […]
Trey Calloway Brings Funky ’90s Country Flair to New Single “Make That Move” – Out Today
Country artist and award-winning singer-songwriter Trey Calloway is set to release his latest single, “Make That Move,” a bold and heartfelt nod to the grit and charm of ’90s country music. Premiered exclusively by All Country News, the single captures the energy and emotion of classic country storytelling, paired with Calloway’s modern edge and unmistakable vocal power. Blending traditional instrumentation with a contemporary polish, “Make That Move” brings back the kind of drive and authenticity that defined a generation of country hits while showcasing Calloway’s growth as both an artist and a songwriter. “‘Make That Move’ is a high-energy […]
Moe Bandy Marks 50 Years of His Iconic Hit Single “Hank Williams, You Wrote My Life”
CMA and ACM award-winning country music legend Moe Bandy is proud to commemorate the 50th anniversary of his hit single, “Hank Williams, You Wrote My Life,” a song that captured the heartache, honky-tonk spirit, and the enduring influence of the great Hank Williams. Released in November 1975 as the title track of his fourth album, the song quickly rose to No. 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in early 1976. Written by Paul Craft, the lyrics weave in and pay homage to Hank Williams’ classic songs, “Your Cheatin’ Heart,” “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” “Cold, Cold Heart,” […]
Kat Velasco Saddles Up for a New Era with Bold New Single “Show Pony”
Country-pop artist Kat Velasco raises the bar with her empowering new single “Show Pony,” the lead track off her upcoming EP, Cowgirl Complex, due out next year. The track captures the liberating journey of shedding expectations and stepping fully into your true self. “Show Pony” is available now on all major streaming platforms. “Show Pony” reflects the freedom that comes from letting go of others’ opinions and releasing anything that holds you back from becoming your true self. Growing up in a small town where image meant everything, Kat Velasco often felt confined by the pressure to be perfect for those around her. “‘Show […]
BREAKING TOP40/CHR NEWS
Circus Mind Unleashes Electrifying New Single “Melt Away”
Circus Mind returns with their fiery new single “Melt Away” a whirlwind of sound and storytelling that blends psychedelic progressive textures with jam-driven energy. The track includes a blistering guest performance from guitarist Scott Metzger of Joe Russo’s Almost Dead and LAMP whose searing riffs add to the track’s urgency and force. Melt Away moves at breakneck speed with one foot planted in the realms of psych prog and the other in the improvisational spirit of the jam world. The song feels like a runaway train barreling down the tracks without brakes, an apt sonic reflection of its urgent lyrical […]
Queen Lily Contemplates Growth and Self-Discovery in New Single “Maybe Tomorrow”
Emerging indie-pop rock artist Queen Lily returns with her new single, “Maybe Tomorrow,” a heartfelt follow-up to her previous single, “Mean to Fly,” expanding on the themes of growth, longing, and self-discovery. “Maybe Tomorrow” reflects on what it means to be in the middle of the journey, not at the start, not at the end, but somewhere suspended in between, holding hope close. The single is now available on all major streaming platforms. If “Mean to Fly” captures the bold anticipation of leaping, “Maybe Tomorrow” is its wiser, more grounded counterpart, a reflection from midair. “It’s kind of the older sister […]
Camille K Embraces Vulnerability on New Single “Let’s Face It” Out Tuesday, October 21st
Rising pop artist Camille K unveils her most raw and honest work yet with her new single “Let’s Face It,” releasing Tuesday, October 21st on all streaming platforms. At its heart, “Let’s Face It” explores the emotional chaos of diving headfirst into something new, whether it’s a romance, friendship, or life-changing opportunity. Camille K lays it all bare, confronting the fear of vulnerability and the thrill of uncertainty with striking emotional clarity. Blending melodic vocals, acoustic guitar, soft synths, and subtle sirens, the track captures both the serenity and tension of emotional risk. The result is a hypnotic, cinematic pop […]
Courtney Hadwin Releases Long-Awaited Debut Album Little Miss Jagged
British singer-songwriter Courtney Hadwin unveils her debut album, Little Miss Jagged, now available and streaming worldwide. Marking a major milestone in her journey from viral sensation to fully developed artist, the record showcases Hadwin’s powerhouse vocals, raw songwriting, and genre-bending sound. The album’s focus track, “Electric,” delivers a blast of rock ‘n’ soul energy, setting the tone for a project defined by grit, honesty, and fearless individuality. No one has a story quite like Courtney Hadwin. At just 13, her jaw-dropping Janis Joplin-esque audition on America’s Got Talent went internationally viral, with millions of viewers captivated by her voice. While the music industry initially […]
Beyond Labels: The Soulful, Genre-Bending Journey of Chris Weaver
In a city often defined by its musical categories, Chris Weaver has spent nearly two decades in Nashville forging a sound that defies easy classification. More than just a country artist, Weaver is a soulful storyteller, a commanding vocalist, and a dynamic performer whose music is a potent fusion of Southern rock, blues, country, and even elements of R&B and Motown. This unique blend, often augmented by a powerful horn section and percussion in his live band, sets him apart in the Music City landscape, making a Chris Weaver performance a truly immersive and almost spiritual experience. Born in West […]