Electronic producer Solora is shifting gears with his latest single “Cali Nights,” a sophisticated departure from the peak-hour adrenaline of his previous club anthem “Bassline.” Trading floor-filling intensity for a deeper, atmospheric groove, the track serves as the ultimate “after-party cut” designed for the blurred city lights of a late-night West Coast drive. Originally conceived as “LA Nights,” the production features a hypnotic, rolling bassline paired with ethereal vocals and melodic synths that drift over the beat with cinematic restraint. Drawing on his experience as the frontman for indie rockers The Scream, Solora infuses this electronic work with a distinct sense of songcraft, moving away from the energy of the crowd to explore the intimacy found once the music stops.
GHOST Partners with FeedLA and Serve Robotics for “Day of Deliverance”
Capping off a monumental year defined by a #1 U.S. album and a wildly successful arena tour, Sweden’s theatrical rock ambassadors Ghost are giving back to the community of Inglewood. Today, Friday, December 19, 2025, the band’s custom “Skele-Bot” will assist FeedLA and the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles in making essential food deliveries across the neighborhood. This “Day of Deliverance” partnership with Serve Robotics aims to bring global attention to food insecurity in the very location where Ghost will conclude their “Skeletour World Tour” this coming February. By utilizing autonomous delivery technology to provide fresh produce and meals, the band hopes to highlight the vital mission of the LA Y in addressing systemic challenges and providing basic human necessities to those in need.
FeedLA remains a cornerstone of community well-being, having distributed over 9 million pounds of food across Los Angeles in 2024 alone. Ghost’s involvement encourages fans to “come together, together as one” to support the program’s efforts, which include home deliveries and hot meals for children at various Y centers. As the band prepares for their tour finale at the nearby Intuit Dome, this collaboration serves as a powerful bridge between their theatrical world and tangible local impact. For those inspired by the “Skele-Bot” mission, the band and the YMCA are inviting supporters to visit the official FeedLA website to donate or find local opportunities to fight food insecurity in their own regions.
HOWARD JONES Celebrates 40 Years of “Things Can Only Get Better” on Jimmy Kimmel Live
New wave pioneer Howard Jones took the stage on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ to deliver an incredible 40th-anniversary performance of his prescient 1985 hit, “Things Can Only Get Better.” The rendition showcased the enduring optimism of the synth-pop classic, featuring a spirited call-and-response session where the audience joined in for the iconic chorus. Four decades after its original release, the track’s message remains a definitive anthem of hope, delivered with the same vibrant energy that propelled Jones to global stardom in the mid-80s.
THE SLOW MO GUYS Capture Vivid 10,000 FPS Paint Powder Drum Explosion
Gavin Free and Dan Gruchy of The Slow Mo Guys have returned to a fan-favorite experiment, capturing an exploding spectrum of vivid paint powders on a pounded drum at a staggering 10,000 fps. Utilizing the high-speed Phantom T4040 camera mounted on the BOLT by MRMC motion control rig, the duo revisited their 2016 concept to document the kinetic chaos from “funkier angles” and with far greater detail than ever before. This 2025 update transforms simple physics into a breathtaking visual of suspended pigments, proving that even a decade later, faster speeds can reveal entirely new dimensions of a classic explosion.
SABRINA CARPENTER Reveals the Secrets Behind “Manchild” in New Vevo Footnotes
Pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter takes fans behind the scenes of her chart-topping hit “Manchild” in the latest installment of Vevo Footnotes. Alongside co-directors Vania Heymann and Gal Muggia, Carpenter breaks down the intricate creative vision for the music video, which was filmed over three scorching days and inspired by a blend of self-revelation, disco-era sensuality, and classic Americana. The episode reveals several personal touches, including the fact that Sabrina’s sister hand-stitched the jean shorts for her featured look, and provides insight into the “trailer-like” concept designed to provoke a timeless, cinematic feel. From the roadside breakdown to the high-stakes scene of a car driving off a cliff, Carpenter discusses the improvisational energy required to survive the heat and the challenge of editing down an abundance of vibrant footage. Fans are also treated to a deep dive into the video’s hidden easter eggs—some of which went unnoticed until after her latest album announcement—establishing “Manchild” as a meticulous masterclass in color, cinematography, and storytelling.
RIVER EAST RIVER WEST Blends AI Innovation with Classic Country Storytelling
Bitter Harvest Recordings has announced the release of “Too Many Whiskeys Under the Bridge,” the debut single from River East River West. This innovative studio project is the brainchild of acclaimed Liverpool songwriter John Jenkins, designed to explore the frontier where traditional songwriting meets modern AI technology. The track is an upbeat, foot-tapping country anthem that Jenkins penned years ago but never felt suited to perform himself. By utilizing AI as a creative tool—much like the Mellotrons or drum machines of previous eras—Jenkins has brought to life a fictional band capable of delivering his more traditional Nashville-leaning material with the specific swagger and swing he always imagined. The result is a vibrant reintroduction to his melodic craft, proving that the heart of a song remains with the author, regardless of the lens through which it is filtered.
“Too Many Whiskeys Under the Bridge” captures a relationship unraveling in the town of Belvedere, balancing sharp, wry humor with the “knowing nod” of classic country narrative traditions. The lyrics paint a vivid scene of red lipstick and frayed pride, all set against an irresistible rhythm that belies the emotional weight of the story. Jenkins, a veteran of John Peel sessions and the 1980s post-punk scene with The Persuaders, views this project as a way to ensure his compositions find a voice rather than sitting unheard in a vault. As a master of the UK Americana and folk scene, Jenkins’ experiment with River East River West establishes a new chapter in his decades-long career, demonstrating how emerging tech can serve the timeless art of the song.
PAUL MCCARTNEY Partners with Vevo for “Wonderful Christmastime” Footnotes
Sir Paul McCartney is celebrating the 2025 holiday season by giving his perennial favorite, “Wonderful Christmastime,” the Vevo Footnotes treatment. Originally recorded during the ‘McCartney II’ sessions and released in 1979 as his first solo single in eight years, the track has evolved from a synth-heavy experiment into a global holiday standard. In this new digital edition, McCartney provides a “Pop-Up Video” style experience, sharing intimate reflections on the song’s Liverpool roots and debunking long-standing fan theories about its meaning. From joking about being the “head wizard of a Liverpool coven” to recalling the making of the music video with director Russell Mulcahy (who would later helm ‘Highlander’), the feature offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmanship behind the “simply having a wonderful Christmastime” refrain. For fans and skeptics alike, this 2025 retrospective establishes the track’s enduring legacy as an essential piece of the McCartney canon that continues to soundtrack the winter solstice.
CORNELIA MURR Maps Out “Last Run To The Center” 2026 North American Tour
Following the critical acclaim of her 2025 album ‘Run To The Center’, London-born singer-songwriter Cornelia Murr is set to embark on the “Last Run To The Center” headline tour across North America. The 2026 trek kicks off on March 10th in Minneapolis and will see Murr performing at iconic venues including Brooklyn’s Music Hall of Williamsburg and Los Angeles’ Lodge Room. Produced by Luke Temple, the album was largely crafted in the small town of Red Cloud, Nebraska, where Murr hunkered down to restore an abandoned house—a monastic period of reflection that birthed the record’s lush, hypnotic soundscapes. This upcoming tour serves as a victory lap for the artist, who spent much of 2025 playing to packed rooms alongside Matt Maltese and establishing herself as a formidable force in the indie-folk scene.
To celebrate the holiday season and the tour announcement, Murr has also unveiled a Maston remix of “How Do You Get By,” scheduled for release on December 25th. The remix follows the recent release of her ‘B-Sides’ collection, further spotlighting the intimate storytelling that has earned her a dedicated following. Before the main tour begins, Murr will perform special sets at Levon Helm Studio in Woodstock and return to her recording roots at the Red Cloud Opera House in February. Tickets for the tour went on sale earlier this week, offering fans a final chance to experience the “balletic synths” and dreamlike atmosphere of ‘Run To The Center’ live.
Cornelia Murr – “Last Run To The Center” 2026 Tour Dates:
- 01/31 – Levon Helm Studio – Woodstock, NY
- 02/13 – Red Cloud Opera House – Red Cloud, NE
- 03/10 – 7th Street Entry – Minneapolis, MN
- 03/11 – Empty Bottle – Chicago, IL
- 03/13 – Pearl Street – Washington, DC
- 03/14 – Music Hall of Williamsburg – New York, NY
- 03/15 – Johnny Brenda’s – Philadelphia, PA
- 03/17 – Pinhook – Durham, NC
- 03/18 – The Earl – Atlanta, GA
- 03/19 – Third Man – Nashville, TN
- 03/21 – Deep Ellum Art Co – Dallas, TX
- 03/22 – 29th St Ballroom – Austin, TX
- 03/25 – Rebel Lounge – Phoenix, AZ
- 03/26 – Lodge Room – Los Angeles, CA
- 05/07 – Holocene – Portland, OR
- 05/08 – Churchill Baker – Baker City, OR
- 05/09 – Substation – Seattle, WA
- 05/10 – Wise Hall – Vancouver, BC
- 05/13 – Rickshaw Stop – San Francisco, CA
- 05/14 – Starlet Room – Sacramento, CA
- 05/15 – Felton Music Hall – Felton, CA
LACUNA COIL Announces Massive ‘Sleepless Empire US’ 2026 Tour
Fresh off their high-octane European run, Italian metal icons Lacuna Coil have officially announced the ‘Sleepless Empire US’ tour for Spring 2026. The trek follows the release of their 10th studio album, ‘Sleepless Empire’, which arrived on February 14, 2025, via Century Media Records. To celebrate the announcement, the band has unleashed a crushing live video for “Hosting the Shadow,” filmed during their standout performance at the 2025 Aftershock Festival. The video features a guest appearance by Lamb Of God frontman Randy Blythe, who joined vocalists Cristina Scabbia and Andrea Ferro on stage to deliver one of the album’s most aggressive and cathartic moments. Despite performing with a fever during the shoot, Scabbia describes the experience as one of pure joy and “positive energy,” a sentiment that translates vividly through the raw, cinematic footage.
The North American tour kicks off on March 24th at the Gramercy Theatre in New York and features a heavy-hitting support lineup. The band will be joined by Escape The Fate for the duration of the tour, with “death-pop” duo VOWWS providing support for the first half and Brazilian metalcore outfit AXTY taking over for the later dates. From the gothic textures of “Oxygen” to the blistering intensity of “Never Dawn,” the ‘Sleepless Empire’ era represents Lacuna Coil at their most uncompromising and textured. General ticket sales begin today, Friday, December 19th, at 10 AM local time, marking the start of a new chapter for the band in North America. Whether through the lens of their historic festival appearances or the intimate dark atmosphere of the upcoming theater run, Lacuna Coil continues to prove why they remain essential architects of modern heavy music.
LACUNA COIL – ‘Sleepless Empire US’ Tour 2026:
- March 24 – New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre (w/ VOWWS)
- March 25 – Worcester, MA – Palladium (w/ VOWWS)
- March 27 – Cleveland, OH – Globe Iron (w/ VOWWS)
- March 28 – Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall (w/ VOWWS)
- March 29 – Chicago, IL – Concord Music Hall (w/ VOWWS)
- March 31 – Denver, CO – Summit Music Hall (w/ VOWWS)
- April 2 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex (w/ VOWWS)
- April 3 – Boise, ID – Treefort Music Hall (w/ VOWWS)
- April 4 – Seattle, WA – The Crocodile (w/ VOWWS)
- April 5 – Portland, OR – McMenamins Crystal Ballroom (w/ VOWWS)
- April 7 – San Francisco, CA – The Fillmore (w/ VOWWS)
- April 8 – Sacramento, CA – Ace Of Spades (w/ VOWWS)
- April 10 – Los Angeles, CA – The Bellwether (w/ VOWWS)
- April 11 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues (w/ VOWWS)
- April 12 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren (w/ VOWWS)
- April 13 – Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater (w/ VOWWS)
- April 15 – Dallas, TX – The Echo Lounge & Music Hall (w/ AXTY)
- April 16 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theatre (w/ AXTY)
- April 17 – Houston, TX – House of Blues (w/ AXTY)
- April 19 – New Orleans, LA – House of Blues (w/ AXTY)
- April 21 – Lake Buena Vista, FL – House of Blues (w/ AXTY)
- April 22 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Culture Room (w/ AXTY)
- April 24 – Charleston, SC – Music Farm (w/ AXTY)
- April 25 – Atlanta, GA – Hell at The Masquerade (w/ AXTY)
- April 26 – Charlotte, NC – The Underground (w/ AXTY)
- April 28 – Richmond, VA – The Broadberry (w/ AXTY)
- April 30 – Harrisburg, PA – XL Live (w/ AXTY)
- May 1 – Albany, NY – Empire Live (w/ AXTY)
IRATION Returns to the Source with Massive “Where It All Began” 2026 Summer Tour
Pacific-rooted reggae-rock icons Iration have officially announced their “Where It All Began” Summer Tour 2026, a 34-city trek designed to celebrate nearly two decades of independent success. Kicking off May 6 in Santa Fe, the tour features longtime friends Tribal Seeds as support on most dates, hitting a curated mix of scenic outdoor pavilions and intimate theaters across the US. Lead singer Micah Pueschel describes 2026 as a year for giving back, promising an entirely new setlist and a refined live production that balances high-energy spectacle with the closeness of the band’s early days. The tour includes major stops at New York City’s The Rooftop at Pier 17, a two-night stand at Denver’s Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom, and a performance at San Diego’s iconic Gallagher Square before wrapping up in Avila Beach on June 28.
This tour serves as the perfect launchpad for Iration’s forthcoming album, expected early next year. Throughout 2025, the band teased their new sound with singles like “Roots” featuring Maoli and “Say Goodnight” with Little Stranger, building momentum toward what Pueschel calls their “best year yet.” With over 1 billion streams to their name, the group is doubling down on fan connection through their new Irators VIP Fan Club, offering early ticket access and exclusive sneak peeks of the new record. As they return to the road, Iration remains a powerhouse of the American reggae-rock scene, delivering a sophisticated blend of laid-back island vibes and polished rock technicality that continues to captivate audiences nationwide.
Iration with Tribal Seeds – Where It All Began Summer Tour 2026 Dates:
- May 6 – Santa Fe, NM – Santa Fe Brewing Company *
- May 8 – Corpus Christi, TX – Concrete Street Pavilion
- May 10 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
- May 14 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
- May 15 – Cocoa, FL – Cocoa Riverfront Park
- May 19 – Pensacola, FL – Vinyl Music Hall *
- May 21 – North Charleston, SC – Firefly Distillery
- May 22 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater
- May 23 – Wilmington, NC – Live Oak Bank Pavilion
- May 24 – Norfolk, VA – The NorVa
- May 28 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring
- May 29 – New York, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17
- May 30 – Atlantic City, NJ – Ocean Casino Resort
- May 31 – Boston, MA – Citizens House of Blues
- June 5 – Cleveland, OH – Agora Theatre
- June 6 – Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre
- June 7 – Grand Rapids, MI – The Intersection
- June 9 – La Vista, NE – The Astro
- June 12 – Boise, ID – Idaho Botanical Garden
- June 13 – Redmond, WA – Marymoor Amphitheater
- June 16 – Bozeman, MT – The ELM *
- June 18 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex
- June 19 – Denver, CO – Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom *
- June 20 – Denver, CO – Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom *
- June 24 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
- June 25 – San Diego, CA – Gallagher Square
- June 26 – Costa Mesa, CA – Pacific Amphitheatre
- June 28 – Avila Beach, CA – Avila Beach Resort ( no Tribal Seeds)*