Violet Breed unleashes their fourth single “Stay Away,” featuring Tesla founder and bassist Brian Wheat alongside rising singer-songwriter AleX. The track delivers explosive alt-rock intensity rooted in 90s grunge DNA while pushing into contemporary territory that recalls Nirvana’s rawness colliding with My Chemical Romance’s melodic punch and the visceral energy of Yungblud and Wunderhorse. AleX describes the song as their darkest and heaviest work yet, exploring the painful reality of watching someone self-destruct while they push you away to spare you from their collapse. The production hits massive with gritty guitars and thunderous drums building a hook designed for maximum emotional impact. Brian Wheat calls it a perfect fusion of classic and modern rock sensibilities, proving Violet Breed continue evolving their sound into heavier emotional terrain.
Ageless Bends Time And Memory On ‘Different Scenery’ EP With “No Heart At All” Out Now
Electronic producer Ageless returns to Grand Alliance Music with ‘Different Scenery,’ a deeply cinematic two part release exploring perception, reflection and emotional transformation. The journey starts November 11 with lead single “No Heart At All,” a nostalgic track capturing the quiet space between loss and renewal where change feels inevitable. Three days later on November 14, the full EP arrives as a panoramic soundscape blending soulful electronica, downtempo bass and cinematic ambiance. Ageless layers shimmering synths, vintage textures and delicate percussion across tracks including “Blind Spot” and the title cut “Different Scenery.” The producer describes the work as existing in the space between experiencing a moment and remembering it, creating sound that breathes and expands with analog warmth and infinite depth.
Radio Retrofit Conjures Venus Flytrap’s Smooth Evening Shift With Tim Reid’s Complete WKRP DJ Collection In Three Hour Tribute
Radio Retrofit tackled another incredible challenge by weaving together every DJ break Tim Reid delivered as Venus Flytrap on WKRP in Cincinnati into a stunning three hour evening show. Venus brings his signature Quiet Storm sensibility to the broadcast as he guides WKRP through the night with the smooth, soulful style only he could deliver. The 2 hour 56 minute mix features music Venus himself selected throughout the series, with Reid’s unmistakable voice announcing every track as the evening unfolds. Fans can stream the complete show on Radio Retrofit or download it to experience Venus Flytrap’s legendary on air presence. This companion piece to the Johnny Fever mix proves WKRP’s DJs had impeccable taste and undeniable charisma.
You can stream it here.
Radio Retrofit Creates The Ultimate WKRP Fantasy With Three Hour Johnny Fever DJ Marathon Stitched From Howard Hesseman’s Greatest Moments
Radio Retrofit pulled off something magical by assembling every single DJ break Howard Hesseman ever delivered as Dr. Johnny Fever on WKRP in Cincinnati into one epic three hour show. The mix lets Fever himself host the entire experience as he powers through a triple shift during a snowy Cincinnati day, announcing tracks he personally selected throughout the legendary sitcom’s run. The playlist showcases the music The Doctor actually chose during the series, creating an authentic WKRP listening experience that sounds incredible from start to finish. Fans can stream the complete 2 hour 58 minute broadcast directly on the Radio Retrofit site or download it to enjoy Fever’s unmistakable voice and impeccable music taste anytime.
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Jason Segel And James Ponsoldt Reunite For ‘Sponsor’ As Apple Studios Grabs Global Rights To Recovery Drama Shot In California
Today, Apple Original Films announced it has landed the global rights to “Sponsor.” Apple Studios will produce the new feature starring Jason Segel and directed by James Ponsoldt. Set to be shot in California, the film hails from an original idea co-written by Segel and Ponsoldt, who also serve as executive producers on Apple’s Emmy Award-nominated comedy “Shrinking.”
In “Sponsor,” Peter (Segel) makes a big mistake when he gets behind the wheel after partying too hard. A terrible accident leaves him with a choice: prison or a recovery program. Convinced he doesn’t have a drinking problem, he begrudgingly shows up to his first meeting and searches for a sponsor. In walks no-nonsense, charismatic yet enigmatic Jerry. Peter is convinced Jerry is the answer to his prayers.
Hailing from Apple Studios and produced by Platinum Dunes, “Sponsor” will be produced by Segel and Ponsoldt, and Michael Bay, Brad Fuller and Alex Ginno will produce for Platinum Dunes. The film marks the latest collaboration for Apple, Segel and Ponsoldt following Emmy Award-nominated comedy “Shrinking,” which returns for its third season on January 28, 2026. Segel and Ponsoldt also previously collaborated on the 2015 feature “The End of the Tour,” in which Segel starred and Ponsoldt directed.
‘Shrinking’ Season Three Lands January 28 With Michael J. Fox And Jeff Daniels Joining Jason Segel’s Therapy Sessions Gone Rogue
Today, Apple TV revealed the premiere date and first look at the 11-episode third season of the Emmy Award-nominated comedy series “Shrinking,” starring Emmy Award nominee Jason Segel and multi-award winner Harrison Ford, along with acclaimed performances from stars Christa Miller, Emmy Award nominee Jessica Williams, Luke Tennie, Emmy nominee Michael Urie, Lukita Maxwell and Ted McGinley. Created by Emmy Award winners Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein alongside Segel, “Shrinking” season three will premiere globally with a one-hour premiere episode on Wednesday, January 28, on Apple TV, followed by one new episode weekly, every Wednesday until April 8, 2026.
“Shrinking” follows a grieving therapist (played by Segel) who starts to break the rules and tell his clients exactly what he thinks. Ignoring his training and ethics, he finds himself making huge, tumultuous changes to people’s lives … including his own.
In addition to the ensemble cast, “Shrinking” season three brings back guest stars Goldstein, Damon Wayans Jr., Wendie Malick and Cobie Smulders, along with new additions Jeff Daniels and multi-award winner and activist Michael J. Fox.
“Shrinking” is produced for Apple TV by Warner Bros. Television, where Lawrence and Goldstein are under overall deals and Lawrence’s Doozer Productions. Lawrence, Segel, Goldstein, Neil Goldman, James Ponsoldt, Jeff Ingold, Liza Katzer, Randall Winston, Rachna Fruchbom, Brian Gallivan, Ashley Nicole Black and Bill Posley executive produce.
“Shrinking” marks the third partnership for Apple, Lawrence and Warner Bros. Television, alongside the multi-Emmy Award-winning, global phenomenon “Ted Lasso,” and comedy series “Bad Monkey,” which was recently renewed for a second season. The series also marks the latest collaboration for Apple TV and Goldstein following the Apple Original Film “All of You,” which is now streaming globally on Apple TV. Segel also previously collaborated with Apple TV in the starring role in Apple Original Films’ “The Sky is Everywhere.”
The first two seasons of “Shrinking” are now streaming globally on Apple TV.
Idris Elba Takes ‘Hijack’ Underground As Season Two Traps Hundreds On A Berlin Train Starting January 14
Today, Apple TV revealed a first look and premiere date for the highly anticipated second season of “Hijack,” starring and executive produced by SAG Award winner and Emmy Award nominee Idris Elba (“Luther”). Created by George Kay (“Lupin,” “Criminal”) and Jim Field Smith (“Criminal,” “Litvinenko”), the eight-episode second season will premiere globally on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, with the first two episodes, followed by one episode weekly until February 25, 2026.
In the thrilling second season of “Hijack,” a Berlin underground train and its commuters are taken hostage, while authorities scramble to save hundreds of lives. Sam Nelson (Elba) is at the heart of the crisis on board, where one wrong decision could spell disaster.
Produced by 60Forty Films and Idiotlamp Productions, season two of “Hijack” is executive produced by Jamie Laurenson, Hakan Kousetta and Tom Nash at 60Forty Films, alongside executive producers Kay and Field Smith for Idiotlamp Productions. Field Smith also serves as lead director for the series.
Season two reunites its ensemble cast of stars including Elba, who was honoured with an Emmy Award nomination for his season one performance, Christine Adams, Max Beesley and Archie Panjabi, and welcomes Christian Näthe (“Ballon,” “Soloalbum,” “Schule”), Clare-Hope Ashitey (“Seven Seconds,” “Top Boy,” “Doctor Foster”), Lisa Vicari (“Django,” “Dark”), Toby Jones (“Mr Bates vs The Post Office,” “Detectorists,” “Empire of Light”), Karima McAdams (“Dune: Prophecy,” “Deep State,” “Soulmates”) and Christiane Paul (“Counterpart,” “FBI: International,” “Parlement”).
Since its worldwide debut, “Hijack” has become one of the top dramas on Apple TV, receiving wide acclaim from both critics and fans, quickly achieving a Certified Fresh critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes and landing on the Nielsen Streaming Originals Top 10 list. The “instantly enthralling” series has been hailed as “a shot of pure adrenaline,” praised as a “crisp and tense” drama that is “tension-filled and gripping, often putting the viewer on the edge of their seat,” with Elba starring as a “commanding leading man.” The complete first season is now streaming globally on Apple TV.
Fraggle Rock Holiday Special Lands December 5 With Lele Pons Dueting Our Melody As Gobo Ventures To Outer Space For The First Time Ever
Gobo, Red, Wembley, Mokey and Boober Fraggle are back for the holiday season! Today, Apple TV announced the all-new holiday special “The First Snow of Fraggle Rock,” to premiere globally on Friday, December 5. The special features a cameo appearance by musical artist and internet sensation Lele Pons that includes a harmonious duet of the classic, beloved “Fraggle Rock” song “Our Melody” with Gobo, along with two other holiday numbers.
The Fraggles eagerly await the first snow of the season and all the traditions it brings, but when only a single snowflake arrives and Gobo can’t write the yearly holiday song everyone is expecting, the season is thrown off course. For the first time ever, Gobo journeys to the human world — or, as the Fraggles refer to it: Outer Space — to find some unexpected musical inspiration. And in another first, back at the Gorgs’ castle, Junior is overwhelmed by the arrival of a new baby Gorg joining the family. This holiday season, the Fraggles and Gorgs learn that beautiful moments aren’t always perfect — but they can be as unique and memorable as snowflakes.
From the team behind the Emmy Award-winning series “Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock,” The Jim Henson Company’s “The First Snow of Fraggle Rock” is executive produced by Lisa Henson, Halle Stanford, John Tartaglia, Matt Fusfeld, Alex Cuthbertson, Arnon Milchan and Yariv Milchan. Dave Goelz and Karen Prell co-executive produce. Harvey Mason Jr. serves as the executive music producer. The special is written by Fusfeld and Cuthbertson, produced by Chris Plourde, co-produced by Tim O’Brien and directed by Jon Rosenbaum.
Palm Royale Returns November 12 As Kristen Wiig’s Maxine Fights To Rule Palm Beach After That Scandalous Public Meltdown
It’s almost time to dive back into the most exclusive club in Palm Beach! Today, Apple TV debuted the star-studded trailer for the upcoming second season of “Palm Royale,” returning Wednesday, November 12, 2025 with the first episode, followed by one episode weekly until January 14, 2026.
Apple TV debuted the trailer for the second season of “Palm Royale,” premiering November 12, 2025.
The second season of the Emmy Award-nominated comedy series starring and executive produced by Emmy Award and Academy Award nominee Kristen Wiig, and Academy Award and Emmy Award winner Laura Dern, reunites its star-studded ensemble cast with Allison Janney, Ricky Martin, Carol Burnett, Josh Lucas, Leslie Bibb, Amber Chardae Robinson, Mindy Cohn, Julia Duffy and Kaia Gerber, and welcomes new guest stars John Stamos, Tony Award winner Patti LuPone, Vicki Lawrence and Matt Rogers. The ensemble cast also includes Claudia Ferri, Jason Canela, Jordan Bridges, James Urbaniak, Roberto Sanchez, Rick Cosnett and Ryan Dorsey.
“Palm Royale” is a true underdog story that follows Maxine Dellacorte (Wiig) as she endeavors to find her footing in the cut throat world of Palm Beach high society. As Maxine attempts to cross that impermeable line between the haves and the have-nots, “Palm Royale” asks the same question that still baffles us today: “How much of yourself are you willing to sacrifice to get what someone else has?” “Palm Royale” is a testament to every outsider fighting for their chance to truly belong.
In season two, Maxine is left a social pariah after a scandalous public breakdown. She’ll have to draw on her deep well of cleverness and cunning to prove, once and for all, that not only does she belong, but she just might have what it takes to rule this town. Along the way, she will uncover untold truths and finally understand what this town is truly built on … secrets, lies and the occasional felony.
Currently streaming globally on Apple TV, the first season of “Palm Royale” received 11 Emmy Award nominations including Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series (Wiig) and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (Burnett), and won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music.
Hailing from Apple Studios, “Palm Royale” is written, executive produced and showrun by Abe Sylvia for Aunt Sylvia’s Moving Picture Company. The series is executive produced by Dern, Jayme Lemons for Jaywalker Pictures, Wiig and Katie O’Connell Marsh.
Brad Pitt’s F1 The Movie Races To Apple TV+ December 12 After Demolishing Box Office Records With $629 Million Global Haul
Apple Original Films announced today that “F1 The Movie,” the highest-grossing sports film of all time starring Brad Pitt and hailing from director Joseph Kosinski, will make its global streaming debut on Apple TV on Friday, December 12, following its record-breaking theatrical run.
“F1 The Movie,” from Apple Original Films, will make its global streaming debut on Apple TV on Friday, December 12, 2025.
Since its wide theatrical release on June 27, 2025, “F1 The Movie” has broken records, debuting at No. 1 and surpassing $629 million at the global box office. In addition to being the highest-grossing sports film, “F1 The Movie” is this year’s highest-grossing original feature, and the biggest opening for an original live-action film in the U.S. in the last five years, as well as Brad Pitt’s highest-grossing feature to date. The film boasts an A CinemaScore, along with a soaring 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, and continues to fuel wide acclaim as the most authentic racing feature ever made.
“It’s been thrilling to see audiences around the world embrace ‘F1 The Movie’ in theatres,” said producer Jerry Bruckheimer. “Now, we’re beyond excited to bring this exhilarating, cinematic ride to fans everywhere through Apple TV’s unparalleled global reach. Partnering with Apple and Formula 1 has been an incredible journey, and we’re proud that even more viewers, from every corner of the world, will get to experience the heart-pounding action and passion that defines ‘F1 The Movie.’”
Dubbed “the greatest that never was,” Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) was Formula 1’s most promising phenom of the 1990s until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, he’s a nomadic racer-for-hire when he’s approached by his former teammate Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), owner of a struggling Formula 1 team that is on the verge of collapse. Ruben convinces Sonny to come back to Formula 1 for one last shot at saving the team and being the best in the world. He’ll drive alongside Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris), the team’s hotshot rookie intent on setting his own pace. But as the engines roar, Sonny’s past catches up with him and he finds that in Formula 1, your teammate is your fiercest competition — and the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone.
“F1 The Movie” also stars Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia and Bardem, and was shot during actual Grand Prix weekends as the team competed against the titans of the sport. The film is produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Kosinski, seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton, Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner and Chad Oman.
Kosinski directs from a screenplay by Ehren Kruger with the story by Kosinski and Kruger. The film is executive produced by Daniel Lupi. Collaborating with Kosinski behind the scenes are his creative team, including director of photography Claudio Miranda, production designers Mark Tildesley and Ben Munro, editor Stephen Mirrione, costume designer Julian Day, casting director Lucy Bevan and composer Hans Zimmer.
Beyond the box office, “F1 The Movie” has ignited a global music phenomenon with F1 The Album, the star-studded, high-octane soundtrack that has surged past 650,000 albums sold worldwide and over one billion global streams. Currently dominating Billboard’s Top Movie Songs chart with seven of the top ten tracks, the album is powered by Tate McRae’s two-time VMA-nominated smash hit “Just Keep Watching.” With over four billion views across short-form video platforms, F1 The Album has become a defining music moment of 2025 and a vital part of the film’s cultural impact.