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Saku Mantere Releases Ambitious New Album ‘Divine Apology’

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Saku Mantere Releases Ambitious New Album ‘Divine Apology’

Acclaimed vocalist, composer, and bandleader Saku Mantere has released his ambitious new album, Divine Apology, worldwide on Orchard of Pomegranates. This poetic work weaves together jazz, literature, and philosophy into a profound meditation on memory, grief, resilience, and love. Featuring an all-star Canadian jazz ensemble, the album unfolds as a journey through the liminal space between life and afterlife, inspired in part by poet Norman Cristofoli’s metaphysical play The Pub.

With lyrics drawn from Cristofoli, Dylan Thomas, Finnish folk song, and Mantere’s own pen, Divine Apology invites listeners into a sonic realm where sorrow, resistance, memory, and redemption intertwine. Mantere explains that the title carries a dual meaning—both a gesture of regret and a defense of the human condition—as the music “questions, consoles, and connects,” imagining what a divine apology for the suffering in the world might sound like.

LIPS OF STRANGERS Releases Sophomore EP ‘Too Long For Lovers’

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LIPS OF STRANGERS Releases Sophomore EP ‘Too Long For Lovers’

The New Jersey-based indie dream-pop outfit Lips of Strangers has released their sophomore EP, Too Long For Lovers, marking their second release this year. Though newly formed, the band’s members are no strangers to the stage, having toured with acts like Hot Chip and Ra Ra Riot. The five-track EP showcases the talents of the quintet, fronted by Spencer Miles, who also produced the record.

Too Long For Lovers features four new songs that were tested and refined on stage before being brought into the studio, allowing the live performance energy to shape the recordings. The fifth track, the title song “Too Long For Lovers,” now serves as the EP’s lead single—a dreamy, synth-driven, and emotionally charged pop moment that glows with warm 1980s nostalgia while remaining firmly planted in the present.

Too Long For Lovers Track Listing:

    1. Too Long For Lovers
    1. On and On Forever
    1. Your Heart Is a Winding Road
    1. Burn It Down and Start Over Again
    1. We Never Dance

LOWSUNDAY Returns After Three Decades With New EP ‘Low Sunday Ghost Machine – White EP’

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LOWSUNDAY Returns After Three Decades With New EP ‘Low Sunday Ghost Machine – White EP’

Projekt Records artist Lowsunday has emerged with their latest record, the Low Sunday Ghost Machine – White EP, comprising all-new material for the first time since 1999, bridging three decades of a distinct sonic legacy. The Pittsburgh-based act, now a duo featuring Shane Sahene (vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums) and Bobby Spell (bass, guitar, drums), is making a welcome return with their retro-futurist daydream, blurring the lines between post-punk, shoegaze, dreampop, and darkwave.

Laced with a counter-balance of escapism, dreamlike sounds, drones, and feedback, the five-track EP features melodic hooks and classic song structures that explore emotional isolation. This confident return to form demonstrates a connection to the band’s history while showcasing a natural expansion into darker yet more expansive sonic territory, at times pushing atmospheres to the limits of noise and, at other times, into a dream pop air of deeper melancholia.

This release follows the extended 30th anniversary remaster of their debut album, Low Sunday Ghost Machine, and the 25th anniversary remaster of their sophomore album, Elesgiem, both released via Projekt. The band has also shared the new video for “Love Language,” one of the five tracks available on the EP.

‘Low Sunday Ghost Machine – White EP’ Track List:

    1. “Nevver”
    1. “Call Silence”
    1. “Soft Capture”
    1. “You Lost Yourself”
    1. “Love Language”

GORE. Drops Cinematic Video for “Wrath” From Latest EP

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GORE. Drops Cinematic Video for “Wrath” From Latest EP

Texas metal quartet GORE.—vocalist Haley Roughton, guitarist Alex Reyes, bassist Devin Birchfield, and drummer Wills Weller—recently dropped their latest EP, titled IF YOU DO NOT FEAR ME…. To celebrate, the band has shared the gripping cinematic video for “Wrath,” which sees singer Haley Roughton in an epic medieval battle moment, which she notes is “fully leaning into the ‘Disney Princess Metal’ vibe that the song brings.” The vocalist explains that the video showcases a “damsel in distress that gives her soul to a man that was supposed to save her,” but ends up causing his madness and the demise of his comrades, calling it one of the coolest music videos she has ever seen.

The new EP follows GORE.’s acclaimed A Bud That Never Blooms EP (2024), which earned them recognition as a “Band You Need To Know” by Revolver and praise from NME for their “cutting-edge modern metal at its most vulnerable.” According to the band, “Wrath” is the culmination of resentment, cynicism, and fear resulting from the experiences explored in their debut EP. Haley Roughton leads the charge, bringing a distinctly feminine perspective to the heavy music scene with an emotionally raw and unapologetically vulnerable sound that is poised to continue challenging norms within the industry.

IF YOU DO NOT FEAR ME… EP TRACK LISTING:

  • “Wrath”
  • “Sepsis”
  • “Orbiting”
  • “Like You Meant It”

Apple TV+ Reveals Premiere Date and First Look at ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’

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Apple TV+ Reveals Premiere Date and First Look at ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’

Today, Apple TV revealed the premiere date and a sneak peek at its highly anticipated series “Margo’s Got Money Troubles,” starring and executive produced by Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award nominee Elle Fanning and Academy Award and Emmy Award nominee Michelle Pfeiffer. The renowned ensemble cast is also led by Emmy Award winner Nick Offerman and Thaddea Graham, with Academy Award and Emmy Award winner Nicole Kidman, who also serves as an executive producer. Hailing from A24 and multi-Emmy Award winner David E. Kelley, and based on Rufi Thorpe’s bestselling novel of the same name, the eight-episode Apple Original series will premiere globally on Wednesday April 15, 2026 with three episodes, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through May 20, 2026.

“Margo’s Got Money Troubles” is a bold, heartwarming and comedic family drama following recent college dropout and aspiring writer, Margo (Fanning), the daughter of an ex-Hooter’s waitress (Pfeiffer) and ex-pro wrestler (Offerman), as she’s forced to make her way with a new baby, a mounting pile of bills and a dwindling amount of ways to pay them. The series also stars Academy Award winner Marcia Gay Harden, Academy Award nominee and Emmy Award winner Greg Kinnear, Michael Angarano, Rico Nasty and Lindsey Normington.

“Margo’s Got Money Troubles” is produced for Apple TV by A24. Kelley serves as showrunner and writer, and executive produces alongside Elle Fanning, Dakota Fanning and Brittany Kahan Ward for Lewellen Pictures; Kidman and Per Saari of Blossom Films; and Matthew Tinker for David E. Kelley Productions. Pfeiffer, Thorpe, Eva Anderson and Boo Killebrew also executive produce. BAFTA and Emmy Award winner Dearbhla Walsh directs the pilot and serves as an executive producer. Additional directors include Kate Herron and Alice Seabright.

The series marks the most recent collaboration between Kelley and Apple TV, following the hit, Emmy Award-nominated drama “Presumed Innocent,” which is now in production on its second season.

Apple TV+ Announces Star-Studded Lineup for Season Two of ‘Yo Gabba GabbaLand!’

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Apple TV+ Announces Star-Studded Lineup for Season Two of ‘Yo Gabba GabbaLand!’

Today, Apple TV revealed the packed lineup of musicians and guest stars joining Emmy Award-nominated “Yo Gabba GabbaLand!” for its second season, premiering globally on Friday, January 30, 2026. The Super Music Friends and special guests feature an all-star mix of acclaimed and Grammy-winning artists including Santigold, Ziggy Marley, Sharon Van Etten, Sleigh Bells, Yola, Still Woozy, Silversun Pickups, Chicano Batman, The Aquabats! and Hemlocke Springs. Viewers will also hear fresh jingles from Freedom Fry, Turnpike Troubadours, Ginger Root, CHVRCHES, King Tuff, Mates of State, Hatchie, Sylvan Esso and Chai. In addition, the new season features returning fan favorites and new guest stars including Billy Eichner (“Bros”), Tiffany Haddish (“Girls Trip”), David Arquette (“Scream”), Brendan Hunt (“Ted Lasso”), Jaime Camil (“Jane the Virgin”) and more.

Inspired by the original “Yo Gabba Gabba!,” the vibrant new 10-episode season is led by rising star Kamryn Smith as Kammy Kam and features original cast members Brobee (Amos Watene), Foofa (Emma Penrose), Muno (Adam Deibert), Toodee (Erin Pearce) and Plex (Christian Jacobs). Season two brings this group together with a new roster of musical guests to create dynamic performances and original songs that help kids and families uncover life lessons through music, movement and joyful discovery.

Created by Emmy Award-nominated Scott Schultz and Christian Jacobs (co-creators of “Yo Gabba Gabba!”), “Yo Gabba GabbaLand!” is produced in partnership and collaboration with WildBrain and Yo Gabba Gabba, LLC, co-owners of the brand. Schultz and Jacobs also serve as executive producers for Yo Gabba Gabba, LLC, alongside Stephanie Betts and Josh Scherba for WildBrain. Season one of “Yo Gabba Gabbaland!” was recently nominated for a 2025 Children’s & Family Emmy Award for Outstanding Costume Design / Styling.

DEVO Announces “Mutate, Don’t Stagnate” Tour Ahead of Coachella Return

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DEVO Announces “Mutate, Don’t Stagnate” Tour Ahead of Coachella Return

Get ready for some truly immersive live fun, because the legendary post-punk pioneers DEVO are hitting the road in 2026 for their “Mutate, Don’t Stagnate” Tour! This whole run is building up to their huge return to Coachella on April 10 and 17—a monumental moment, as they haven’t graced that desert stage since way back in 2010. Known for their incredible visuals, genre-defying sound, and that prophetic message of “Devolution,” the band is still as fresh as ever, and they’re kicking things off on April 3 at Hard Rock Live Sacramento in Wheatland, California, with stops lined up in Reno, Salt Lake City, and Phoenix.

The group—featuring original members Mark and Bob Mothersbaugh and Gerald Casale—is riding a huge wave of attention, including a Grammy nomination for their recently released feature documentary that’s currently streaming globally on Netflix. The band is pumped, sharing that it’s “incredible to see our music resonate with fans of all ages,” from the dedicated early followers who’ve been with them for over 50 years to the new generation discovering the joy of DEVO. If you want to experience why their fusion of electronics and punk still influences everyone today, grab your tickets starting Friday, December 12.

DEVO “Mutate Don’t Stagnate” Tour Dates:

  • April 3: Wheatland, CA @ Hard Rock Live Sacramento
  • April 4: Reno, NV @ Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
  • April 7: Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex – Rockwell
  • April 10: Indio, CA @ Coachella
  • April 13: Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
  • April 17: Indio, CA @ Coachella

ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS Announce UK Tour Playing “Radio Soul!” Classics

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ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS Announce UK Tour Playing “Radio Soul!” Classics

ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS Announce UK Tour Playing “Radio Soul!” Classics

Elvis Costello, Charlie Sexton, Neil Young, Steve Nieve, Pete Thomas, Davey Faragher, The Imposters, The Chrome Hearts, Symphony Hall, Royal Albert Hall, Guildhall, O2 City Hall, Heaton Park, Festival de Nimes, Nancy Open Air, State Fayre, Glasgow Summer Sessions, Virgin Media Park, Blenheim Palace Festival, Blackweir Fields, Evenemententerrein Weert-Noord,

Hot on the heels of announcing a run of shows as special guests to Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts, Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton have announced they will bring their hugely successful “Radio Soul!: The Early Songs of Elvis Costello” tour to the UK in summer 2026. As the playful billing suggests, the show will feature numbers drawn from record releases spanning My Aim Is True (1977) to Blood & Chocolate (1986), promising a mix of fan favorites from “Watching The Detectives” to “I Want You,” along with other surprises.

Costello said of the run, “For any songwriter, it has to be a compliment if people want to hear songs written up to fifty years ago.” The four-date headline run, following two triumphant U.S. runs, will kick off at the Symphony Hall in Birmingham on Saturday, June 13th, and includes a very special show at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Monday, June 15th. The Imposters—Steve Nieve, Pete Thomas, and Davey Faragher—are joined once again by guitarist Charlie Sexton, whom Costello praised as a “living, breathing, swooning, swinging, kicking and screaming rock and roll band.” General tickets go on sale Friday, December 12th at 10 am GMT.

Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton UK Tour Dates:

  • June 13: Birmingham @ Symphony Hall
  • June 15: London @ Royal Albert Hall
  • June 26: Portsmouth @ Guildhall
  • July 06: Newcastle @ O2 City Hall

Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts Tour Dates:

  • June 19: Manchester @ Heaton Park
  • June 22: Nimes @ Festival de Nimes
  • June 24: Nancy @ Nancy Open Air
  • June 27: Chelmsford @ State Fayre, Hylands Park
  • June 29: Glasgow @ Glasgow Summer Sessions, Bellahouston Park
  • July 01: Cork @ Virgin Media Park
  • July 03: Oxfordshire @ Blenheim Palace Festival
  • July 05: Cardiff @ Blackweir Fields
  • July 08: Weert @ Evenemententerrein Weert-Noord

Movistar Arena Santiago, South America’s #1 Arena, Enters Majority-Stake Partnership with Live Nation

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Movistar Arena Santiago, South America’s #1 Arena, Enters Majority-Stake Partnership with Live Nation

Live Nation Entertainment today announced a new partnership with BeLive Entertainment Group that will make the company a majority stakeholder in Movistar Arena Santiago, strengthening one of Chile’s most important venues for fans and artists.

Movistar Arena is a cornerstone of the region’s live music ecosystem. The 15,000-capacity venue hosts more than 170 shows a year and welcomes over a million fans across global tours, regional acts, and Chilean talent. As one of South America’s busiest and most in-demand arenas, it anchors Santiago’s position as a key touring hub.

Working closely with BeLive’s local leadership, Live Nation will focus on improving the fan experience, strengthening production capabilities, and expanding opportunities for global acts and local talent performances at the venue. The arena’s identity and deep local ties will remain central to all plans.

“Latin America is one of the most vibrant live music regions in the world, and Chile is a critical stop for artists touring the continent,” said Live Nation CEO and President Michael Rapino. “Partnering with BeLive allows us to strengthen what already works, bring in more great shows, and continue growing the live experience for fans across the region.”

“This partnership marks an important new chapter for Movistar Arena,” said Daniel Hiller, CEO of BeLive Entertainment Group. “Live Nation’s global expertise, combined with the arena’s deep connection to Chilean audiences, will help us continue delivering world-class experiences for some of the most passionate fans anywhere. This allows us to elevate our programming, expand opportunities for artists and fans, and ensure the venue remains a regional benchmark for years to come.”

Khalid and Lauv Announce Major ‘It’s Always Summer Somewhere’ Tour

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Khalid and Lauv Announce Major ‘It’s Always Summer Somewhere’ Tour

Global superstar Khalid is ready to light up the stage once again, announcing his massive “It’s Always Summer Somewhere Tour,” which kicks off on May 16 at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Joining him for this incredible run is special guest Lauv, making this a can’t-miss event across North America. The tour hits famed venues from coast-to-coast, including a bucket-list stop at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, the legendary Radio City Music Hall in New York City, and the Greek Theatre in Berkeley, California, where the run wraps up on June 26. This extensive trek celebrates the work of one of music’s most successful young voices.

Tickets for the entire tour go on sale Friday, December 12 at 10 a.m. local time.

Khalid’s “It’s Always Summer Somewhere” Tour Dates:

  • 5/16: Las Vegas, NV @ PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
  • 5/18: Morrison, CO @ Red Rocks Amphitheatre
  • 5/20: Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
  • 5/21: Sterling Heights, MI @ Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
  • 5/23: Hershey, PA @ GIANT Center
  • 5/24: Toronto, ON @ RBC Amphitheatre
  • 5/26: Laval, QC @ Place Bell
  • 5/28: Bridgeport, CT @ Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
  • 5/29: Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway
  • 5/31: Washington, DC @ The Anthem
  • 6/03: Nashville, TN @ Nashville Municipal Auditorium
  • 6/04: Atlanta, GA @ Synovus Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park
  • 6/06: Raleigh, NC @ Red Hat Amphitheater
  • 6/07: Philadelphia, PA @ Skyline Stage at Highmark Mann
  • 6/09: Portsmouth, VA @ Portsmouth Pavilion
  • 6/10: Richmond, VA @ Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront
  • 6/12: New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall
  • 6/15: Charlotte, NC @ Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
  • 6/17: Irving, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
  • 6/18: Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
  • 6/19: Austin, TX @ Moody Amphitheater
  • 6/21: Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
  • 6/22: San Diego, CA @ Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
  • 6/24: Los Angeles, CA @ Greek Theatre
  • 6/26: Berkeley, CA @ Greek Theatre
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Eric Alper is a 6-time nominee for Publicist of the Year during Canadian Music Week and has overseen the publicity campaigns for over 183 JUNO Award-nominated albums (and 16 in 2025), 45 Grammy-nominated albums, including 47 JUNO Award, 58 Canadian Folk Music Award, 126 Maple Blues Award-winning albums and is also truly honoured to work with some of the biggest and most important artists of our time.

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