Prepare to test the limits of your sound system as world-renowned bass vocalist Geoff Castellucci releases his staggering low-bass reimagining of the Johnny Cash classic, “Ring of Fire.” Known for his superhuman vocal range and viral performances with the a cappella group VoicePlay, Castellucci dives into the subharmonic depths for this rendition, delivering a performance so resonant it demands the highest-quality headphones to truly appreciate. While Cash famously made the track an anthem of burning desire, Castellucci transforms it into a dark, floor-shaking masterclass in vocal control, proving exactly why he is considered one of the most unique and powerful bass singers on the planet today.
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Christina Aguilera Celebrates 25 Years of Holiday Magic with ‘Christmas in Paris’ on CBS
Global superstar Christina Aguilera is bringing the “City of Light” to living rooms tonight with the broadcasting debut of ‘Christina Aguilera: Christmas in Paris’. Airing on CBS and streaming on Paramount+, this dazzling holiday special celebrates the 25th anniversary of her landmark album ‘My Kind of Christmas’. Filmed against the breathtaking backdrop of the Eiffel Tower—transformed into a shimmering Christmas tree—Aguilera delivers a masterclass in vocal prowess for an intimate audience at the Musée du Quai Branly. Directed by Emmy-winner Sam Wrench, the special is a cinematic journey through holiday staples and career-defining hits, featuring high-energy appearances from legendary percussionist Sheila E. and French star Yseult.
Beyond the spectacular musical performances, the special offers a rare, introspective look at Aguilera’s life and legacy. Between Parisian vignettes, she opens up about motherhood, her evolution as an artist, and the reinvention that has kept her at the top of the charts for three decades. The celebration is accompanied by the live performance album ‘Christmas in Paris’, which is out now on all streaming platforms. Featuring 13 tracks, including a show-stopping mashup of “Express” and “Santa Baby,” the album allows fans to take the magic of the Parisian night home. From her “Crazy Horse” cabaret sequences to a snow-kissed finale beneath the tower lights, Aguilera proves once again why she remains the quintessential voice of her generation.
Kyle Sevenoaks Ignites the Industrial Scene with New Single “Watch It Burn”
British-Norwegian composer and filmmaker Kyle Sevenoaks has unleashed his first musical offering of 2025 with the blistering industrial metal single “Watch It Burn.” Released on October 31st, the track is a raw, cathartic explosion aimed at the abuse of power and calculated injustice. Known for his “unhinged” sonic palette that blends heavy extended-range guitars with throbbing electronic elements, Sevenoaks describes the song as a fiery response to life-changing decisions made by those in cold control. This release marks a return to his musical roots following the massive success of his 2024 horror short, ‘Taste In Music’, which earned him a “Best Monster Movie” award and critical acclaim across Norway’s premier film festivals.
Sevenoaks continues to bridge the gap between sonic terror and cinematic storytelling, a skill honed through his work as the primary songwriter for the band I, The Betrayer. His transition into directing has been equally impactful; ‘Taste In Music’—filmed on a shoestring budget in a remote Norwegian cabin—captivated audiences at the Ramaskrik and Ravenheart festivals with its tale of a cosmic storm and a sentient, evil keyboard. Whether he is performing at TwitchCon or engineering music for global content creators, Sevenoaks remains a versatile force in the horror and metal communities. With “Watch It Burn,” he solidifies his reputation as a master of atmospheric extremity, proving that whether on screen or through a speaker, his vision is meant to leave a lasting, scorched-earth impression.
T. Rex and Devo Join the Rhino High Fidelity Series with Elite Audiophile Reissues
Rhino High Fidelity (Rhino Hi-Fi) expands its acclaimed series of limited-edition, audiophile vinyl reissues todaywith two pivotal albums: T. Rex’s Electric Warrior and Devo’s Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!.
Each album was cut from the original analog master tapes by Kevin Gray and pressed on 180-gram black vinyl at Optimal in Germany. Both releases are limited to 5,000 individually numbered copies and available exclusively at Rhino.com and select Warner Music Group stores internationally. As a bonus, Electric Warrior has two 7-inch singles, “Hot Love” and “Bang A Gong (Get It On),” available to bundle. Order HERE.
Recently released as part of Rhino’s High Fidelity Reel-to-Reel line, Electric Warrior crystallized Marc Bolan’s transformation from cult folk hero to the godfather of glam with its release in 1971. The album topped the charts in the U.K. and was certified gold in the U.S., powered by hits like “Bang A Gong (Get It On)” and “Jeepster.” Working with producer Tony Visconti, the band built a sleek, groove-driven sound—equal parts grit and glitter—that came to define glam’s golden age.
In the new liner notes, Visconti recalls how sessions for the album gained momentum when the band moved from London to Los Angeles, and finally New York, where they cut three songs in a day, including “Lean Woman Blues” and “Jeepster.” “I could tell this was one of the best times of Marc’s life from how great these tracks turned out—they fully complemented the tracks we had just recorded in L.A. He was so happy,” he writes. “We knew we had a hit album.”
Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! introduced the band’s theory of de-evolution to the world in 1978, as shown in their 2025 GRAMMY®-award nominated documentary DEVO. Formed in the wake of Kent State and forged in Ohio’s post-industrial landscape, Devo turned art-school ideas into subversive songs. Mark Mothersbaugh, Gerald Casale, Bob Mothersbaugh, Bob Casale, and Alan Myers recorded the album in Germany with Brian Eno, blurring the line between human and mechanical on “Uncontrollable Urge,” “Jocko Homo,” and their twitchy reimagining of “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction.”
Gerald Casale says Devo knew exactly what they wanted their first album to sound like when they arrived in Germany—but Eno had other ideas. “Brian had ‘evolved’ to nuanced electronic beauty. He was attempting to broaden our aesthetic, and we were trying to double down on our Brutalist leanings.” Despite the head-butting, he says they “captured the Devo meta-concept in a way that has withstood the test of time. Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! doesn’t sound like 1978. It doesn’t sound like punk. It doesn’t sound like it’s ‘of its time’ in any way.”
Rhino High Fidelity continues to tap into Warner Music’s vast catalog, introducing reissues of seminal albums across genres—from rock and pop to jazz, soul, and beyond. Each title pairs uncompromising audio with archival-grade packaging, honoring the album’s original intent in both sound and design.
Electric Warrior (Rhino High Fidelity)
LP Track Listing
Side One
- “Mambo Sun”
- “Cosmic Dancer”
- “Jeepster”
- “Monolith”
- “Lean Woman Blues”
Side Two
- “Bang A Gong (Get It On)”
- “Planet Queen”
- “Girl”
- “The Motivator”
- “Life’s A Gas”
- “Rip Off”
Singles
Side One
- “Hot Love”
Side Two
- “Woodland Rock”
- “The King Of The Mountain Cometh”
Side One
- “Bang A Gong (Get It On)”
Side Two
- “There Was A Time”
- “Raw Ramp”
- “Electric Boogie”
Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! (Rhino High Fidelity)
LP Track Listing
Side One
- “Uncontrollable Urge”
- “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction”
- “Praying Hands”
- “Space Junk”
- “Mongoloid”
- “Jocko Homo”
Side Two
- “Too Much Paranoias”
- “Gut Feeling” / “(Slap Your Mammy)”
- “Come Back Jonee”
- “Sloppy (I Saw My Baby Gettin’)”
- “Shrivel-Up”
The Behaviour Deconstructs The Police on Brooding New Single “Invisible Sun”
Multi-instrumentalist and seasoned rhythm veteran Marshall Kilpatric is continuing his transformation from elite skinsman to alternative visionary with the release of “Invisible Sun,” the haunting new single from his project The Behaviour. A masterful deconstruction of The Police classic, the track serves as the final precursor to the upcoming EP ‘PEDESTALS’, set for release via Rexius Records. Kilpatric—whose storied career includes replacing Brann Dailor in Today is the Day and Josh Freese in Black Light Burns—strips the 1980s staple down to its melancholic core, infusing it with the fuzz-drenched shoegaze and analog warmth that has become The Behaviour’s signature. It is a poignant, timely reimagining that breathes new life into Sting’s lyrics, finding the light in adverse environments with a sound that is both personal and profoundly cinematic.
The forthcoming EP ‘PEDESTALS’ explores themes of uncritical admiration, loss, and the “shadow work” of spiritual redemption. Moving beyond the critical acclaim of his 2023 debut ‘A Sin Dance’, Kilpatric takes full creative control here, crafting a sonic haven for fans of Queens of the Stone Age and All Them Witches. Drawing inspiration from the poetic intensity of Leonard Cohen and the atmospheric mystique of Pink Floyd, ‘PEDESTALS’ represents an arc of healing and transformation, where the noise of heavy music becomes a form of medicine. As Kilpatric moves from the back of the stage to the front of the studio, The Behaviour invites listeners into a brooding, introspective landscape where every distorted note and layered vocal serves as a step toward clarity.
W.E.B. Captures Hometown Fury on Debut Live Album ‘Darkness Alive’
Greek symphonic extreme metal force W.E.B. is set to immortalize their legendary stage presence with the release of ‘Darkness Alive’, their first-ever official live album. Recorded during a high-stakes hometown performance in Athens on September 22, 2024—a night they shared with black metal titans Dark Funeral—the record captures the quartet at their most visceral and “unhinged.” Vocalist and guitarist Sakis Prekas notes that the evening marked a pivotal moment of transition for the band, fueled by an electric energy that demanded to be documented. From the soaring, epic finale of “Dragona” to the “thunderous marriage” of genres in “Into Hell Fire We Burn,” ‘Darkness Alive’ serves as both a definitive live document and a powerful testament to the band’s enduring connection with their audience.
The announcement comes alongside the release of the live single and video for “Dark Web,” a fan-favorite onslaught originally featured on their 2021 LP ‘Colosseum’. A scathing critique of the abuse of power, the track highlights the band’s ability to fuse melodic death metal intensity with modern symphonic grandeur. Set for a digital and physical release on February 20, 2026, via Metal Blade Records and Sleaszy Rider, the album features nine tracks hand-selected for their proven ability to command a crowd. As W.E.B. begins composing their next full-length studio effort, ‘Darkness Alive’ stands as a bloodthirsty reminder of why they remain one of the most formidable names in the international extreme metal scene.
Grateful Dead Opens the 2026 Archival Season with the Chicago and Tampa Performances for ‘Dave’s Picks’
The Grateful Dead officially begin their 2026 archival journey by revealing the first two installments of the highly anticipated ‘Dave’s Picks’ subscription series. Opening the year is ‘Dave’s Picks Volume 57’, which captures the band during a high-energy winter run at the Uptown Theatre in Chicago on February 1, 1978. This performance finds the group in peak form as they balance the tight precision of their late seventies sound with the expansive improvisational spirit found on tracks like “Estimated Prophet” and “The Other One”. Fans of this era can also look forward to bonus material from the previous night to complete the story of this historic Chicago stand.
The second release of the year takes listeners back to the legendary jazz-influenced era of 1973 with ‘Dave’s Picks Volume 58’. This volume presents the complete December 18 performance from Curtis Hixon Hall in Tampa, featuring a massive second set anchored by a “Dark Star” into “Eyes of the World” sequence. Subscribers will also receive an exclusive bonus disc containing rare highlights from the band’s first-ever appearance at The Omni in Atlanta. With limited editions of 25,000 copies shipping throughout the year, these releases ensure that the 2026 series remains an essential deep dive into the most fertile chapters of the Grateful Dead live legacy.
‘Dave’s Picks 2026’ Release Schedule:
Jan 30 – Dave’s Picks Volume 57: Uptown Theatre, Chicago, IL (2/1/78)
May 01 – Dave’s Picks Volume 58: Curtis Hixon Hall, Tampa, FL (12/18/73)
Jul 31 – Dave’s Picks Volume 59: TBA
Oct 30 – Dave’s Picks Volume 60: TBA
Caliban Releases “Dear Suffering” Live Video to Celebrate the ‘Back From Hell (Deluxe Edition)’ Arrival
German metalcore pioneers Caliban continue their relentless evolution with the digital release of ‘Back From Hell (Deluxe Edition)’ on Century Media Records. This expanded collection features the high-energy new single “Anthem” alongside a massive live video for “Dear Suffering” featuring guest vocals from Andreas Bjulver of Cabal. The band recorded these intense performances during a hometown show in Cologne to give fans an authentic look at the current lineup which now includes the melodic vocal range and songwriting skills of bassist Iain Duncan.
The deluxe package offers a comprehensive journey through the band’s aggressive sound with nineteen tracks including covers of “Shout” and “You Only Live Once”. Founding members Andreas Dörner and Marc Görtz express deep gratitude to their dedicated community for supporting the group through over two decades of genre-defining music. This release arrives just as the quintet prepares to bring back their signature Darkness Over X-Mas tour for a string of end-of-year performances across Germany with special guests Doomcrusher and Strength.
‘Back From Hell (Deluxe Edition)’ Tracklist:
- Resurgence (Intro)
- Guilt Trip (feat. Mental Cruelty)
- I Was A Happy Kid Once
- Back From Hell (feat. The Browning)
- Insomnia
- Dear Suffering (feat. Joe Bad of Fit For An Autopsy)
- Alte Seele
- Overdrive
- Infection
- Glass Cage
- Solace In Suffer
- Till Death Do Us Part
- Echoes
- Anthem
- Shout
- You Only Live Once
- Dear Suffering (feat. Andreas Bjulver of Cabal Live in Cologne 2025)
- Insomnia (Live in Cologne 2025)
- Nothing is Forever (Live in Cologne 2025)
Darkness Over X-Mas Tour 2025:
12/27 – Saalfeld, DE – Klubhaus
12/28 – Frankfurt, DE – Das Bett
12/29 – Oberhausen, DE – Kulttempel
Justin Bieber Makes Streaming History as “Mistletoe” Joins Spotify’s Billions Club
Justin Bieber is officially jingling all the way to a new milestone as his 2011 holiday classic “Mistletoe” joins the elite Spotify Billions Club. Reaching this ten-figure landmark just in time for the 2025 season, the track now sits alongside festive giants like Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” and Wham’s “Last Christmas.” This achievement marks Bieber’s 19th song to cross the billion-stream threshold, further cementing his status as one of the most dominant forces in streaming history. With over 113 million monthly listeners this December, the “Prince of Pop” continues to prove that his catalog—from teen-pop origins to modern holiday staples—remains an essential global soundtrack.
The “Mistletoe” milestone caps off a record-shattering 2025 for Bieber, fueled by the massive success of his surprise July album ‘Swag’. The project, which features heavy hitters like Gunna and Sexyy Red, didn’t just break his personal records—it obliterated them, surpassing one billion album streams in mere months and launching hits like “DAISIES” onto the global charts. Between his historic 69 billion total career streams and a “Billions Club” roster that includes “Stay,” “Ghost,” and “Love Yourself,” Bieber’s influence is undeniable. As 2025 draws to a close, it’s clear that whether he’s dropping experimental new tracks or revisiting a decade-old Christmas favorite, the world is still hitting play on Justin Bieber.
Carlos Santana, Cher, and Whitney Houston Lead the 2026 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Honorees
The Recording Academy has just unveiled a breathtaking lineup of legends for the 2026 Special Merit Awards, proving that true greatness only shines brighter with time. On January 31st at the historic Wilshire Ebell Theatre, the industry will gather for an emotional masterclass in musical heritage, honoring icons like Carlos Santana, Chaka Khan, Cher, and Paul Simon with the Lifetime Achievement Award. This year’s list also pays a long-overdue and powerful tribute to the late “Voice” herself, Whitney Houston, and the revolutionary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, whose legacies continue to shape the very pulse of modern sound. It is a stunning convergence of artists who haven’t just made music—they’ve built the foundations of our culture across generations and genres.
Beyond the stage, the Recording Academy is rightly celebrating the visionary minds behind the scenes with the Trustees and Technical Grammy Awards. From the poetic genius of Bernie Taupin to the pioneering executive leadership of Sylvia Rhone and the groundbreaking Latin jazz brilliance of the late Eddie Palmieri, these honorees represent the architects of the industry. We also see technical wizardry take center stage as John Chowning is recognized for his revolutionary discovery of FM synthesis, a feat that transformed the electronic landscape forever. As CEO Harvey Mason Jr. noted, this group’s influence spans the very foundation of music, and celebrating them on the eve of Grammy Sunday is the perfect prelude to the biggest night in music.