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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 […]
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 […]
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Turning Pages: Taking Back Her Story, Proving It’s Never Too Late To Rewrite Your Life
After years of putting her dreams on hold to raise her family, singer-songwriter Stefanie Michaela has returned—and she’s unstoppable. Stronger, bolder, and unapologetically herself, Stefanie’s new album, Turning Pages, is a fearless declaration that it’s never too late to chase your passion. With the focus track “Ready for the Next Thing,” she proves that timing is irrelevant when courage, heart, and determination outweigh timing. Fueled by the love and encouragement of her children, Stefanie shatters the myth that life’s circumstances define your destiny. This is an anthem for mothers, women, and anyone who’s been told to wait, be quiet, or […]
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 […]
Kay tear Shares New Self-Produced R&B Single “celestial existence”
Multi-instrumentalist, producer, and singer Kay tear is proud to announce her new single “celestial existence”: a dark, intimate, bass-heavy journey through the remaining memories of an unfaithful relationship. A stunning transmutation of pain into glitchy, intricate soundscapes, “celestial existence” exemplifies the breathtaking raw power of a truly “self-produced artist”. Kay tear (kati儿) is technically and most simply a producer, singer, and pianist writing pop indie and alternative r&b. But on a deeper and more intimate level, she blends vocals, timbres, and harmonies of whichever genres are needed to get the story across. This means that in a single body of […]
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 […]
BREAKING COUNTRY NEWS
“Dear Heart” – New Album from Award-Winning Martin and Rose Music for Pandemic-Era Kids & Families
Award-winning husband-and-wife musicians Stefani Rose and Daniel Martin are Martin and Rose Music, who blend their exceptional vocal and songwriting talents to create music for today’s kids and families. Martin and Rose Music’s sixth album, Dear Heart, will be released on September 23, 2022. The past two years have been an object lesson in […]
Shinedown announce eighth studio album, 2026 tour
This post was originally published on this site. Shinedown have officially unveiled details of their next studio effort, EI8HT, set for release on May 29 through Atlantic Records. The 18-track collection follows 2022’s Planet Zero and features previously issued songs including “Dance, Kid, Dance,” “Three Six Five,” “Killing Fields,” and “Searchlight.” Alongside the album announcement, the band released their new single, “Safe And Sound;” take a listen – HERE. More than a year in the making, EI8HT was produced by bassist Eric Bass, making it a deeply personal and collaborative project for the band. Frontman Brent Smith shares: “This album […]
Five Finger Death Punch to launch 20th anniversary tour ft. Cody Jinks and Eva Under Fire
This post was originally published on this site. Five Finger Death Punch will embark on their “20th Anniversary World Tour” this summer. The 48-date tour kicks off on Monday, July 20th at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, NJ, with stops in Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, and more before wrapping up at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Virginia, on Oct 23. The tour will feature material from Five Finger Death Punch’s upcoming 10th studio album, alongside classic hits Additional international tour dates will be announced following the North American leg. Country musician Cody Jinks will join the tour as special […]
Aaron Lewis sets 2026 ‘American Tour’ dates
This post was originally published on this site. Staind frontman-turned-country-singer Aaron Lewis has just launched the first leg of his 2026 American Tour, once again featuring his backing band, The Stateliners. The 2026 American Tour will feature fan favorites, alongside new music planned for release later this year. The 53-date tour just kicked off January 22nd in Quapaw, Oklahoma, with performances in legendary venues such as Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, Las Vegas’ Pearl Theater, including stops throughout the Midwest, West Coast, and Northeast. A press release promises “raw honesty, stripped-down storytelling and unapologetic music.” For ticket information, head to Aaron Lewis’ […]
Jelly Roll to be inducted into the Grand Ole Opry on March 10th
This post was originally published on this site. Jelly Roll will be officially inducted into the Grand Ole Opry on March 10. Fellow Opry member and close friend Lainey Wilson will lead the ceremony, with appearances from Craig Morgan, Leanne Morgan, ERNEST and others. A portion of ticket sales will benefit the Judge Dinkins Educational Center, a cause near to Jelly Roll’s heart Jelly’s invitation to join the Opry came during a December appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience. Host Joe Rogan surprised Jelly with a prerecorded message from Morgan inviting him to join the Opry. The emotional moment marked […]
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Cursing Expresses Duality, Change, and Restless Introspection on New EP Chiral
Chiral, Cursings new EP, marks a defining moment for the band. The rising alt-rock group is known for their atmospheric edge and lyricism, and ability to blend heaviness and vulnerability. Their new record is the result of a deliberate, patient, creative process, a process that has pushed the band’s instrumentation, songwriting, and sense of identity into a new era. Recorded entirely in a friend’s garage-turned-studio, Chiral carries the raw fingerprints of the band’s DIY roots while introducing a more expansive, intentional sonic palette. The EP is out now on all major streaming platforms. Rooted in themes of change, inner tension, and emotion, Chiral explores the moments […]
Courtney Hadwin Displays a Raw and Personal Story in Music Video for “Die And Stay Pretty”
British rock artist Courtney Hadwin has unveiled the music video for “Die And Stay Pretty,” a standout track from her recently released debut album Little Miss Jagged. Known for her distinctive vocals and unfiltered emotion, Hadwin, combined with Polly Towers, brings a sense of fragility, self-destruction, and beauty through this striking new visual. Watch the official music video for “Die And Stay Pretty” now on YouTube. Directed with a raw, intimate lens, the video pairs Courtney Hadwin’s eloquent performance with a narrative that mirrors the song’s intensity, collapsing self-image, and the push-and-pull between being idolized and being truly seen. Towers’s dance complements […]
Courtney Hadwin Displays a Raw and Personal Story in Music Video for “Die And Stay Pretty”
British rock artist Courtney Hadwin has unveiled the music video for “Die And Stay Pretty,” a standout track from her recently released debut album Little Miss Jagged. Known for her distinctive vocals and unfiltered emotion, Hadwin, combined with Polly Towers, brings a sense of fragility, self-destruction, and beauty through this striking new visual. Watch the official music video for “Die And Stay Pretty” now on YouTube. Directed with a raw, intimate lens, the video pairs Courtney Hadwin’s eloquent performance with a narrative that mirrors the song’s intensity, collapsing self-image, and the push-and-pull between being idolized and being truly seen. Towers’s dance complements […]
Every Us Thanks the Ones Who Stuck Around with New Bright-Eyed Single “Cavalry”
Every Us has released “Cavalry,” the third single off their upcoming EP, Some Kind of We. The track gives thanks to friends, family, and the warmth of finding home on others’ couches, even as the future feels bleak, bittersweet, and existentially draining. The tightly produced yet affectionate and affirming song touches on human connection with joy-tinged, bluesy piano notes, hushed synths, and purposeful vocal refrains. “Cavalry” is now available on all digital platforms. In creating “Cavalry,” the group started with a simple hum that transformed into a restorative soundscape built on community and the ties that bind. Ryan Jones, the band’s leader […]
The Malpass Brothers Receive Prestigious Josie Music Award Nominations, Plus The Tex Ritter Award
When it comes to holding an audience’s attention, The Malpass Brothers always have more than a few tricks of up the sleeves of their Nudie Suits. They electrify the stage with their showy outfits, superb musicianship, and the kind of light-hearted banter and antics that only blood brothers could get away with. It’s those brotherly antics that helped net them nominations in two coveted categories for the 2025 Josie Awards: Duo/Group Entertainer of the Year and Television Show of the Year, for their acclaimed The Malpass Brothers Show on the RFD Network. Additionally, it has been announced that The Malpass […]