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Sooshi Mango Announces ‘The Home Made World Tour’

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Sooshi Mango Announces ‘The Home Made World Tour’

Australian comedic trio, Sooshi Mango, announced their 2026 ‘The Home Made World Tour.’ Between May and June 2026, they will embark on an international tour across North America and Europe, bringing their iconic characters, sketches, musical moments, and family-centered humor to international stages. This global expansion marks a major milestone in their journey – further transforming a local comedy trio into an international touring act.

The tour kicks off on Thursday, April 23 at The Paramount in Huntington, NY making stops across North America in Chicago, Vancouver, New York and more before wrapping up in Paris, FR at Alhambra on Wednesday, June 17.

TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with artist presale beginning Tuesday, December 9 at 10am local. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, December 12 at 10am local on LiveNation.com

THE HOME MADE WORLD TOUR 2026 DATES: 

Thu Apr 23 – Huntington, NY – The Paramount

Fri Apr 24 – Red Bank, NJ – Count Basie Center for the Arts

Sun Apr 26 – Boston, MA – Boch Center Shubert Theatre

Fri May 01 – Philadelphia, PA – Live! Event Center

Sat May 02 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detroit

Thu May 07 – Chicago, IL – Athenaeum Center

Fri May 08 – Ottawa, ON – National Arts Centre Southam Hall

Tue May 12 – Vancouver, BC – Vogue Theatre

Fri May 15 – New York, NY – The Town Hall

Sat May 16 – Toronto, ON – Meridian Hall

Sun May 17 – Montreal, QC – Olympia de Montréal

Wed May 20 – Berlin, Germany – Urania Humboldtsaal

Sat May 23 – London, England – Shepherds Bush Empire

Sun May 24 – Munich, Germany – Alte Kongresshalle

Tue May 26 – Cologne, Germany – Tanzbrunnen

Wed May 27 – Milan, Italy – Auditorium di Milano

Fri May 29 – Warsaw, Poland – Progresja

Tue Jun 02 – Limassol, Cyprus – Monte Caputo

Thu Jun 04 – Athens, Greece – Universe

Sat Jun 06 – Skopje, Macedonia – SRC Kale

Mon Jun 08 – Madrid, Spain – San Pol

Tue Jun 09 – Barcelona, Spain – Teatre Borràs

Fri Jun 12 – Manchester, England – Apollo

Sat Jun 13 – Edinburgh, Scotland – Usher Hall

Sun Jun 14 – Dublin, Ireland – Vicar

Mon Jun 15 – London, England – Eventim Apollo

Wed Jun 17 – Paris, France – Alhambra

Fri Jun 19 – Sofia, Bulgaria – Vidas Art Center

Avenged Sevenfold And Good Charlotte Announce 2026 North American Tour

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Avenged Sevenfold And Good Charlotte Announce 2026 North American Tour

Avenged Sevenfold and Good Charlotte will join together next summer for a North American Tour, marking a rare moment that unites two massively influential bands with deep roots and friendship spanning decades. While both acts have helped define their respective corners of rock music, this upcoming run celebrates the shared history, mutual respect, and musical connection that has woven the two together since their earliest days.

Promoted by Live Nation, the 16-city tour kicks off July 25 in Ridgedale, MO, with additional stops in Shakopee, Chicago, St. Louis, Detroit, Toronto, Montreal, New York, Boston, Charlotte, Dallas, and more before wrapping August 27 at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix, AZ.

For Avenged Sevenfold, this run follows the release of their new song, “Magic”, streaming everywhere as of December 6, 2025. A7X debuted the song in the recent season of Call of Duty BO7 last week, and released the track fully independently, continuing the ambition of the band’s current work. Listen to the new song, watch the 360 VR music video, and enjoy the lyric video with handwritten lyrics from M. Shadows HERE. The band once again partnered with the incredible world renowned fine artist Wes Lang for the single artwork. “Magic” is the first new release since the critically acclaimed 2023 album, Life Is But A Dream…—a boundary-pushing project that further cemented the band’s reputation for reinvention, ambition, and incredible live performances. Known for their visionary integration of technology, fan-forward ticketing models, and large-scale creative production, the band continues to evolve how they engage fans both on and off the stage.

Multi-platinum rock superstars Good Charlotte made a triumphant return in August with the release of Motel Du Cap, their first new album in seven years. Met with widespread acclaim, Rolling Stone marveled at “the unrelenting energy” of the record, while PAPER raved, “Good Charlotte has established that they’re here to stay as one of the most influential career acts of the 21st century.” The band brought songs from the album to life with a full slate of national television performances on Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and Good Morning America. Next year’s much anticipated trek marks the band’s first North American tour since 2018.

TICKETS: Priority tickets will be available first for A7X’s Deathbats Club as well as A7X and GC’s Early Access Ticketpass holders with their request window opening Monday, December 8 at 7AM PT / 10AM ET at https://a7xgc.request.ticketmaster.com/ for US shows and https://cada7xgc.request.ticketmaster.ca for Canadian shows. The reservation window will close Tuesday, December 9 at 7PM PT / 10PM ET and requests will be processed and confirmed Wednesday, December 10.

TicketPass is a reward claimed on both band’s new verification-based rewards system, created by Avenged Sevenfold & Bitflips. Deathbat Rewards and Good Charlotte Rewards is a free loyalty program for fans to sign up to by using either an email address or a digital wallet. Rewards members earn points by streaming music, buying merchandise, and attending shows in order to claim various perks once they achieve levels throughout the season.

During the Presale window, fans will use their Dapp wallet (MetaMask, Coinbase, Etc.) or email account to authenticate their access and then submit their request for tickets. After the request period closes, they will receive a confirmation from Ticketmaster if tickets matching their preferences have been secured. This process will give exclusive access to token-holding fans. By using this platform, the band is protecting proven fans from bots, scalpers, and early dynamic pricing. For more information on the Token-Gated Sales platform see HERE.

Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning Friday, December 12 at 10AM local time on LiveNation.com.

AVENGED SEVENFOLD VIP PACKAGES:Avenged Sevenfold will offer two VIP experiences: a behind-the-scenes backstage tour that gives fans an inside look at the production of the show guided by a member of the crew, and an early-entry merchandise package featuring an exclusive collectible item and other venue perks.

GOOD CHARLOTTE VIP PACKAGES: Special VIP packages will also be available for superfans who are looking to get as close to the action as possible. Exclusive benefits include early entry to the floor for prime views of the show, a VIP-only Good Charlotte merchandise item, a VIP laminate featuring special Motel du Cap artwork created by Benji Madden, and other onsite benefits. Plus, VIPs will be able to vote to choose where to donate a portion of the VIP sales proceeds. For more info on VIP, fans can visit wearesuper.co/goodcharlotte.

TOUR DATES:

Sat Jul 25 – Ridgedale, MO – Thunder Ridge Nature Arena

Mon Jul 27 – Shakopee, MN – Mystic Lake Amphitheater

Thu Jul 30 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre

Sat Aug 01 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater

Tue Aug 04 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre

Thu Aug 06 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre

Sat Aug 08 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre

Mon Aug 10 – Belmont Park, NY – UBS Arena

Wed Aug 12 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center

Fri Aug 14 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion

Sun Aug 16 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion

Tue Aug 18 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre

Fri Aug 21 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion

Sun Aug 23 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena

Tue Aug 25 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre

Thu Aug 27 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

Tara and Hunter Fieri Join Ownership Group of Brooklyn Pickleball Team

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Tara and Hunter Fieri Join Ownership Group of Brooklyn Pickleball Team

Major League Pickleball’s (MLP presented by DoorDash) Brooklyn Pickleball Team (BKPT) has sold a minority stake to entrepreneurs and media personalities Tara and Hunter Fieri, adding the newly-married couple to the team’s current existing ownership group, which is led by Al Tylis and Sam Porter and includes celebrities/athletes Eva Longoria, Justin Verlander, Kate Upton, Rip Hamilton, Shawn Marion, Odell Beckham Jr., Cliff Avril, and Mesut Ozil.

Hunter Fieri is an entrepreneur, TV personality, and dynamic event host, known for bringing energy to Food & Wine festivals, Super Bowl activations, and lifestyle events like Stagecoach. Tara Fieri is a former NCAA champion softball player turned entrepreneur, athlete, and content creator, blending sports, media, and pickleball through global brand collaborations. Together, they co-create unique cooking and pickleball pop-ups that combine food, storytelling, and sport, a reflection of their shared passions. 

“We’re thrilled to officially join Major League Pickleball as the new owners of the Brooklyn Pickleball Team. Pickleball has been such a meaningful part of our lives on and off the court, and owning a team in the heart of Brooklyn is a dream come true. Together, we’re committed to growing the sport, creating a culture that blends community, competition, and fun, and bringing the energy of Brooklyn to pickleball fans everywhere,” said Tara and Hunter Fieri.

BKPT made their MLP debut in 2023 as the D.C. Pickleball Team and were Premier Level champions of the MLP Dallas event that November. The franchise changed brand identities before the start of the 2025 season, finished the regular season in 4th place of the 16-team Premier Level, and advanced to Round 2 of the 2025 MLP Playoffs.

The league generated a host of record-breaking metrics during the 2025 season, highlighted by sponsor revenue more than doubling 2024’s total, 94% growth in ticket revenue, a 52% bump in total attendance, linear TV hours more than doubling via national broadcaster and local partnerships, and over 400% gains in social media impressions.

MLP also set new all-time league highs for multiple team valuations in 2025, including the LA Mad Drops ($13 million – majority stake sale record) and Palm Beach Royals ($16 million – expansion franchise record).

NMIXX Announces 11-City Global Tour Following Chart-Topping Album Success

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NMIXX Announces 11-City Global Tour Following Chart-Topping Album Success

Rising K-POP girl group NMIXX announced their first official global tour, NMIXX 1ST WORLD TOUR <EPISODE 1: ZERO FRONTIER>. Presented by JYP Entertainment and promoted by Live Nation, the 11-city trek launches Tuesday, March 17 in Madrid, Spain at Palacio Vistalegre, with stops in Amsterdam, Paris, London, Toronto, Brooklyn, Oakland, and more before wrapping Thursday, April 9 in Los Angeles, CA at YouTube Theater.

The 1ST WORLD TOUR <EPISODE 1: ZERO FRONTIER> tour supports NMIXX’s first full-length album, Blue Valentine, released on October 13, 2025. The project features the title track “Blue Valentine”, alongside songs like “SPINNIN′ ON IT” and two reinterpreted versions of their debut single “O.O”.

One week after the album’s release, the title track “Blue Valentine” hit No. 1 on the Melon Top 100 chart, a major domestic chart, and maintained the top spot across the platform’s HOT 100, daily, weekly charts. The track also reached the top of the monthly chart in November 2025. Globally, “Blue Valentine” has debuted No. 78 on the Billboard Global 200 and No. 43 on the Global 200 Excl. US chart. The album’s track ‘SPINNIN’ ON IT’ also charted on NME’s ‘The 50 Best Songs of 2025’ in the U.K.

Following an acclaimed album launch and chart-topping success, NMIXX recently sold out their debut concerts at Incheon Inspire Arena in South Korea on November 29 and 30, setting the stage for their upcoming global tour.

TICKETS: Tickets for the Europe and UK dates go on sale Friday, December 12 at 10 AM local time. North America dates will be available the same day at 3 PM local time at LiveNation.com.

VIP: The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, access to the pre-show soundcheck, an autographed tour poster, specially designed VIP gift item & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com.

NMIXX 1ST WORLD TOUR <EPISODE 1: ZERO FRONTIER> TOUR DATES:

Tue Mar 17 — Madrid, ES — Palacio Vistalegre

Fri Mar 20 — Amsterdam, NL — AFAS Live

Sun Mar 22 — Paris, FR — Salle Pleyel

Tue Mar 24 — Frankfurt, DE — myticket Jahrhunderthalle

Thu Mar 26 — London, UK — Eventim Apollo

Sun Mar 29 — Toronto, ON — Great Canadian Toronto

Tue Mar 31 — Brooklyn, NY — Brooklyn Paramount

Thu Apr 2 — National Harbor, MD — The Theater at MGM National Harbor

Sat Apr 4 — Irving, TX — The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory

Tue Apr 7 — Oakland, CA — Paramount Theatre

Thu Apr 9 — Los Angeles, CA — YouTube Theater

‘Known and Unknown’: Ezra Ben-Shalom’s Sonic Meditation on Ancestry, Grief, and Transformation

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‘Known and Unknown’: Ezra Ben-Shalom’s Sonic Meditation on Ancestry, Grief, and Transformation

Ezra Ben-Shalom’s Known and Unknown has emerged as a profound candidate for year-end “Best Of” lists, offering a courageous musical response to a world in conflict. A bold avant-folk record drenched in Jewish tradition, the album is ripe for this specific moment in a world longing to feel connected. Ben-Shalom, whose name translates to “helper son of peace,” views this music as an act of engaging with the oral tradition of his ancestors to address universal questions of suffering and transcendence.

While this is Ben-Shalom’s first solo album, he is a veteran of the Canadian music landscape with a rewarding career as a songwriter and producer. He is a Western Canadian Music Award winner and a JUNO Award nominee who has released seven albums with various ensembles and performed on stages across North America. His collaborative history includes co-writing and co-producing with Bif Naked and playing banjo with Tegan and Sara. Now based in Kelowna, BC, Ben-Shalom channels this extensive experience into Known and Unknown, which stands as the most deeply conjured work of his career to date.

The album’s centerpiece, “Lover in a Tower,” serves as a powerful bridge between Western collective trauma and the specific pain currently felt by Jewish artists. Ben-Shalom originally wrote the first draft of the song on September 11, 2001, at the age of 19. However, it was not until the events of October 7, 2023, that the “old tune came back to him,” allowing him to finally complete a song about serving a vision one cannot fully see.

“In Kabbalistic thought, there is a difference between wisdom, understanding, and knowledge,” Ben-Shalom explains regarding the song’s 22-year gestation. “Wisdom is bestowed on you. It’s a flash of light… Understanding is exploring that insight and developing it. And then knowledge is how it changes you once you integrate it on a deep level… The main difference is that now I’m ready to sing it”.

Musically, Known and Unknown bridges the gap between traditional folk and experimental soundscapes. The album was co-produced by Chris Carlson, best known as the bass player for Tegan & Sara and Kinnie Starr. Carlson played multiple instruments and helped capture the “raw states” of the songs, while the more experimental tracks emerged from studio improvisation. Ben-Shalom is currently preparing a new single, “Encompassing Place,” slated for early 2026.

Andrew Irving Releases New Single “If I’m Not Alright” to Support Mental Health Awareness

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Andrew Irving Releases New Single “If I’m Not Alright” to Support Mental Health Awareness

Burlington, ON singer/songwriter Andrew Irving announces the release of his new single “If I’m Not Alright”. Produced by Carl Jennings, this track serves as an introspective and emotionally raw exploration of internal dialogue during a personal mental health struggle. The song speaks to the heart of these topics and addresses a sensitive issue that Irving believes requires open conversation to remove the stigma surrounding it.

The single originated during a late night on the road where Irving found himself alone in a hotel room riddled with anxiety and loneliness. He wrestled with the concept of what that means for people struggling with their mental health and opened his journal to pen the words “if I’m not alright, is that okay?”. Irving grabbed a guitar and sang the melody without censoring his words or thoughts.

This release represents the most personal piece of work Irving has composed to date. It functions as an anthem for those dealing with mental issues and aims to normalize the feelings many people deal with on a daily basis. The lyrics reflect this vulnerability with lines including “So take me out of this place / ‘Cause I’m drowning” and “From the outside / No one sees the pain”.

Longtime collaborator Mike McCormick provides melodic lead guitar parts that enhance the singer-songwriter stylings of the track. McCormick brings over 25 years of experience and a high level of energy to the performance. Drummer Dave Ellsworth contributes precision and a dynamic feel to the rhythm section. Ellsworth recently reunited with the band for live performances following reconstructive surgery and rehabilitation for a spinal injury.

The lineup features new bassist Nick Lawrence who joined Irving as a full-time band member in May 2025. Lawrence brings experience from the Halifax music scene and roots in R&B and Soul to the group. This collective share a history of performing on stages with acts including The Watchmen, Our Lady Peace, and I Mother Earth.

Andrew Irving and his bandmates will perform shows across Ontario through the fall and winter of 2025/2026 to support the release. These performances focus on supporting mental health initiatives and promoting normalizing conversations surrounding mental health issues. Irving is a prolific performer who captures the hearts of crowds across Europe, the USA, and Canada.

18-Year-Old Fiddler Irish Millie Earns Single of the Year Nomination and Folk Music Ontario Performing Artist of the Year Recognition + Announces Tour Dates

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18-Year-Old Fiddler Irish Millie Earns Single of the Year Nomination and Folk Music Ontario Performing Artist of the Year Recognition + Announces Tour Dates

Irish Millie, the 18-year-old Canadian fiddler, singer, multi-instrumentalist, and composer who is taking the roots scene by storm, has released “You Were There,” the standout single from her acclaimed EP Between Then and Now. The track has earned the young artist her seventh Canadian Folk Music Award nomination, this time for Single of the Year. Simultaneously, she earned her fifth consecutive nomination for Young Performer of the Year, having been recognized in that category every year since the release of her debut album Thirteen in 2021.

The Peterborough native has also been recognized as a nominee for Folk Music Ontario’s 2025 Performing Artist of the Year, cementing her status as one of Canadian folk music’s most dynamic rising voices. Released on July 6, 2025, via LaunchPad Records, Between Then and Now showcases Irish Millie’s artistic evolution, blending East Coast drive, Bluegrass energy, and Contemporary Trad grit across four compelling tracks. “You Were There,” co-written with Matthew Cicciarella, features Millie on fiddle and vocals alongside Cicciarella on guitar, with Tyler Martin contributing electric guitar and additional string arrangements.

Produced by Martin at Electric Alchemy and mastered by Gregory Pastic, the song exemplifies Millie’s gift for crafting emotionally resonant material that honors tradition while pushing boundaries. The EP’s four tracks, including “Allison,” “Mystery to Me,” and “WASTED,” reveal different facets of Millie’s artistry. From the intimate fiddle and guitar interplay of “Allison” to the fuller arrangement of “WASTED” featuring piano and drums, the collection demonstrates her versatility as both performer and composer.

Her ability to play fiddle, vocals, piano, guitar, and foot percussion gives her music a distinctive sonic signature that has captivated audiences across Canada, the United States, and Europe. Her previous album GRACE earned praise from Celtic music royalty Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, who called it “Fresh, lively… cool tunes and great playing”. Alex Monaghan of FolkWorld Magazine wrote, “What most grabs me about Irish Millie’s music is the passion, full of fun, fire, and feeling for the music she loves”.

Irish Millie will embark on her second East Coast Holiday Tour with long-time music collaborator Luka Hall from December 27, 2025, to January 2, 2026, performing five intimate shows across Ontario. The mini-tour continues a growing holiday tradition for the pair, blending Millie’s lively Celtic folk fiddle tunes and Luka’s soulful acoustic songwriting. Each stop features stories, spontaneous collaborations, and plenty of audience sing-alongs, offering a cozy, communal way to close out the year and ring in the new one with music, laughter, and connection.

A past Peterborough Folk Festival Emerging Artist of the Year and recipient of the Peterborough Civic Award for Community Betterment for her “Fiddling for Fox” campaign, Millie is currently studying Music Industry & Technology at the University of Toronto while maintaining an active touring and recording schedule. She is supported on stage by her father, Murray Shadgett, on guitar. Planning for a July 2026 tour across Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritimes is currently underway.

East Coast Holiday Tour Dates:

December 27 – Torchbearer Taproom, Oshawa (9-11 PM)

December 28 – Brewer’s Pantry, Bowmanville (2 PM)

December 29 – Princess Gardens, Peterborough

December 31 – Dockside Bistro, Campbellford

January 1 – Royal Gardens, Peterborough

SH3 Releases ‘The Blue Album’ – The Songs That Helped Her Survive Losing the Love of Her Life

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SH3 Releases ‘The Blue Album’ – The Songs That Helped Her Survive Losing the Love of Her Life

Toronto artist, producer, and music therapist SH3 unveils her most vulnerable and transcendent work to date with ‘The Blue Album,’ out now. Conceived in the wake of her partner’s passing, the record stands as both a tribute and an act of healing — a meditation on grief and the unbreakable thread of love that endures beyond death.

Written in the months following her loss, each song on ‘The Blue Album’ mirrors one of J. William Worden’s ‘Tasks of Mourning,’ a therapeutic framework that reimagines grief as an active, evolving process (a more updated approach compared to the 5 Stages of Grief). For example, Task 1 is: “Accepting the Reality of the Loss”, represented by the first track, “Love Again”. Through haunting ballads, ethereal folk textures, and choral harmonies rooted in her earliest musical experiences, SH3 transforms her pain into sound — crafting what she calls ‘a compassionate map through mourning.’

“When You’re Gone,” captures the stillness of absence with an almost sacred intimacy. Written just days after her partner’s birthday, the song arrived unexpectedly — a quiet revelation that music was becoming her medicine. “I realized I was using music therapy on myself,” she reflects, “and that I was processing my grief one lyric at a time.”

From the opening track ‘’Love Again”, a ballad exploring the pain of loss in lyrics such as “I’ve lost a treasure that’s now underground”, to the closing acapella prayer ‘Eternal Rest Grant Unto Them, O Lord/Amen,’ every note carries the pulse of remembrance. The songs unfold like chapters of a letter written between worlds — a dialogue of love that never truly ends.

In “Peace of Me,” SH3 captures the fragile disorientation of rebuilding a life without her person, layering soft synths and spectral glitches she describes as ‘spiritual interference’ — a sonic metaphor for presence beyond perception. “Love Doesn’t Die,” written in a single session after her own therapy session, marks a turning point: a realization that goodbye is not the end, but a continuation of connection. “Maybe it’s not about saying goodbye,” she sings, “it’s the love that continues, the love doesn’t die.”

The album culminates in “Until We Meet Again,” a song of hope and reunion written in a rare 7/4 rhythm. The simplicity of its instrumentation — a single synth sound stretched and layered like brushstrokes of blue — evokes both longing and peace. “It’s a song of gratitude,” SH3 shares, “for love that transcends worlds.”

‘The Blue Album’ is not bound by genre. It moves freely through R&B, folk, lofi, and sacred choral traditions, mirroring the many selves that coexist within grief. It also marks a homecoming for SH3 — a return to her roots as a choir singer, arranger, and believer in music’s power to heal. Each harmony feels handwoven, each silence intentional, forming a portrait of mourning that is as universal as it is personal.

As a music therapist and grief counsellor, SH3 has spent years helping others turn loss into meaning. Now, with ‘The Blue Album,’ she offers that same compassion to the world. “I wanted to create something that could hold space for people in their own grief,” she says. “This album was born from heartbreak, but it’s also about faith, memory, and the love that keeps us alive.”

Following its release, a deluxe edition of the album is out now — a date chosen to honour her and her late partner’s favourite numbers, 11 and 23, symbols of connection that continue to appear in her life in uncanny ways. The deluxe version includes the original demo of ‘When You’re Gone’ and a new opening track entitled ‘The Loss’, closing the circle of loss and remembrance.

Through it all, SH3 remains a testament to music’s most sacred truth — that sound can heal, love can endure, and art can transform even the deepest sorrow into light. ‘The Blue Album’ is not simply a record about grief; it is a love story without an ending, a gentle reminder that even after loss, we continue to sing.

Grammy Winning Legendary R&B Group BLACKSTREET Signs With Label and Management Company XOXO ENTERTAINMENT

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Grammy Winning Legendary R&B Group BLACKSTREET Signs With Label and Management Company XOXO ENTERTAINMENT

The latest artist to join the XOXO Entertainment Corp. roster is legendary GRAMMY® winning R&B group, Blackstreet. Their smash hit “No Diggity” reigned for four weeks on top of the pop charts and resulted in a GRAMMY Award for Best R&B Vocal by a Duo or Group. The song is also quickly approaching 1 Billion streams on Spotify. 

With a mantra of collaboration, innovation, and globalization, XOXO Entertainment Corp has grown from a boutique label into diverse ventures, all while staying true to its core values of kindness, family, and a deep love for music. XOXO Entertainment is more than just a record label, it’s a global innovator, creating new ways for artists and clients to monetize beyond music. XOXO builds synergistic partnerships and endorsements that extend far beyond the entertainment world, earning a reputation as a forward-thinking company.

Amid the signing of Blackstreet, President of XOXO Entertainment Adam H. Hurstfield shares “”We are beyond excited to partner with Blackstreet. As some of the greatest architects of that legendary 90’s RnB sound, their music shaped the soundtrack of our lives, defined an era, and left an unmistakable imprint on global culture. Around the world, fans have been yearning for that authentic feeling again, and at XOXO Entertainment, we are devoted to bringing it back, side by side with the very legends who created it. We are honored to help amplify Blackstreet’s iconic legacy into this exciting new chapter.”

Blackstreet adds “BLACKSTREET has always stood for timeless music, true artistry, excellence, and evolution. Partnering with XOXO Entertainment feels like the perfect alignment; where vision, passion, and creativity meet. As a group, we’re excited and honored to join forces with a team that shares our energy and commitment to taking BLACKSTREET into a new era. This partnership is powerful, and together we’re ready to create moments the world will remember. This next chapter will be iconic.”

The current Blackstreet lineup features original members Chauncey “Black” Hannibal and Levi Little, alongside Mark Middleton and Eric Williams, who were integral to the group’s Another Level era. This powerhouse configuration has been performing together since 2014, bringing their signature harmonies and electrifying stage presence to audiences around the globe.

Fans can look forward to upcoming announcements about new music and performances that will showcase why Blackstreet remains one of R&B’s most influential and beloved groups.

Mae Martin, Liberty Silver, and Birdsong Artists Deliver Joyful Holiday Concert Supporting Mental Health Through Music

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Mae Martin, Liberty Silver, and Birdsong Artists Deliver Joyful Holiday Concert Supporting Mental Health Through Music

Renowned comedian and actor Mae Martin, Juno Award-winning vocalist Liberty Silver, and the artists of the Birdsong New Music Foundation are set to unite for an evening of original music and holiday cheer on Sunday, December 14, 2025. This annual fundraiser, taking place at Lula Lounge, supports the production of new music created by individuals living with mental illness.

The concert will be hosted by Mae Martin and Margaret Konopacki and features performances by Martin, Silver, Robert Priest, Dustin Harder (Prairie Soul), Ashley Bell, Allan Kinney, D.M. LaFortune, Armand Anthony, Nicole McCafferty (Broadtree), , Dr. Tansy Etro-Beko and Rachel Scully, accompanied by Bryant Didier and the Birdsong Village Band. Executive Producer and Founder Margaret Konopacki directs the event, with Dan Robinson serving as Stage Manager.

The Birdsong New Music Foundation was established in memory of David Martin (1987-2017), a talented Canadian musician and close friend of Mae Martin who lived with a mental illness diagnosis. The charity empowers individuals like David Martin who lived with bipolar disorder. The charity empowers individuals facing similar challenges to compose, record, and perform their own music, fostering personal healing and challenging the stigma surrounding mental illness.

Martin says,  “This incredible charity is very close to my heart, for many reasons. It was created in memory of my dear friend David Martin, who had bipolar and unfortunately died young. The charity is dedicated to helping others like him to compose, record and perform their original music.  For me personally, I have found that creativity has been an essential tool, like a life raft, during periods of my life where I’ve struggled with addiction or my mental health. I love the ethos of Birdsong and how they help people to express themselves.  I sang a year ago here in Toronto at the Birdsong Fundraiser and it was the best night of my year! It’s a small intimate venue so come and support this great cause and let’s meet up and celebrate together.” 

Founder Margaret Konopacki emphasizes the transformative power of the foundation’s work. “This fundraiser is a culmination of eight years of hard volunteer work within the organization to change the way people perceive individuals who live with mental health issues, “she states.

Konopacki highlights the contributions of industry professionals who volunteer their expertise, including Platinum award-winning producer Greg Kavanagh and Musical Director Bryant Didier, noting that “Birdsong is a space of love, healing and second chances for many. I am humbled by people who spend their precious time flying in on their own accord to support us and bring happiness and joy to continue the magic and healing that new music can bring to us all.”

The event showcases the remarkable development of Birdsong artists, with three performers currently completing full albums. It stands as a testament to the organization’s commitment to providing a platform for creative expression and building self-esteem through music.

Event Details:

Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025

Venue: Lula Lounge, Toronto

Time: Doors 6:30 PM / Show 8:00 PM

Tickets: $59.64 (incl. tax) / $50 (all-inclusive for musicians)

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