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Christopher Wyze & The Tellers Bring Holiday Spirit with New Christmas Singles: “Christmas In Jail” and “Hearts Christmas Blue”
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Americana-blues favorites, Christopher Wyze & The Tellers are turning up the holiday cheer with the release of two brand-new Christmas songs, “Christmas In Jail” and “Hearts Christmas Blue.” Following the success of their award-winning albums, ‘Stuck in the Mud,’ and ‘Live In Clarksdale,’ the band delivers a mix of humor and heart just in time for the season. “Christmas In Jail,” recorded by both Leroy Carr and Scrapper Blackwell, is a traditional 12-bar blues tune that tells a story of a man spending Christmas behind bars, hoping Santa will pay him a visit, while “Hearts Christmas […]
Fields of Jake Unveils an Evocative Upbeat Ballad: “If Only It Was up to Me”
“If Only It Was up to Me” marks the latest release from pop-rock crooner Fields of Jake, the project of guitarist and singer Jake Fields. The song is a dynamic pop ballad about a failed relationship, which ponders all the things he’d do differently, set to the backdrop of a lush soundscape. “If Only It Was up to Me” is now available to stream on all digital music platforms. Opening with a soft organ, gentle guitar plucks, and Jake Fields’ strong refrain, “If Only It Was up to Me” immediately establishes itself with its gripping lyrics and evocative instrumentals. Jon Button […]
KNAC Returns to the Airwaves With a New Era of Pure Rock
On a day devoted to the return of spirits, one of rock radio’s most notorious names is being resurrected. At the stroke of midnight this Halloween — Friday, October 31 — the legendary KNAC call letters will roar back to life, replacing Highway Rock and igniting a new era of Pure Rock for a fresh generation of headbangers. The reborn KNAC will open with a blast from the past-archival clips, infamous airchecks, and the outrageous moments that defined the station’s raw, unfiltered edge. From there, the format shifts into overdrive, blending new heavyweights like Five Finger Death Punch, Bad Omens, […]
Robby Johnson Drops New Album ‘Hot Summer Nights,’ Out Today
Country artist Robby Johnson is making waves with the release of his latest single, “Get in Gear,” premiered by The Music Universe and featured as the final track released on his brand-new album, ‘Hot Summer Nights,’ out today. This high-octane country anthem captures the thrill of a summer night romance—even in the fall. With vivid storytelling, Johnson takes listeners through tailgate parties, backroad drives, and playful mischief, all wrapped in Southern charm and heartfelt energy. The song’s catchy chorus and dynamic imagery highlight Johnson’s talent for crafting music that feels both nostalgic and alive with youthful excitement. ‘Hot Summer Nights’ […]
Bustos Raises $143K for St. Jude Children’s Hospital
Bustos Media raised $143,067 during its annual radiothon benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has topped the $100,000 mark in donations. “This was a great display of generosity by our audience during this difficult period of job insecurity and social concerns due to the hostile immigration policies by the Trump Administration,” said Amador Bustos, President and CEO of Bustos Media. “This is our 11th year we have raised over one hundred thousand dollars for this great organization.” John Ortiz, St. Jude’s Director of Music & Audio Engagement, praised the company’s commitment, noting, “The […]
Michelle Núñez Creates A Coastal Anthem Describing The Tether Between An Individual And Their Home In “California, Home”
Michelle Núñez captures hearts with her evocative vocals and nature-infused instrumentation in her latest single, “california, home.” A grounded reflection on the transformative power of place, the song explores the emotional pull between the longing for home and the bittersweet act of leaving loved ones behind. Now streaming on all major platforms, “california, home” offers a compelling introduction to Michelle Núnez’s sound and emerging artistry. Leading with soaring vocals and depicted descriptions of the California coastline, Núñez sets the scene, singing, “Standing waist deep in the ocean’s embrace, Healing flows all around me, washing pain away.” This soulful summer ballad emphasizes the […]
Alt-Pop Musician Wintur Drops Nostalgic Liberation in a Bottle: “Writer’s Block”
Wintur has released his emotionally eloquent new single, “writer’s block,” a reflective musing on struggling to put pen to paper. Through deeply biographical, devout lyrics and a swooning, lush underscore, the artist who first gained traction on TikTok has cultivated an ethereal experience for listeners, captivating audiences with blooming guitar twangs and cautious, hushed vocals. “writer’s block” is now available on all streaming platforms. “writer’s block” is a journey into the restless mind of an alt-pop artist to watch, twisting with a sense of painful nostalgia and soft vibrancy, drawing on the emphatic sensibilities of musicians like Billie Eilish, Conan Gray, and […]