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Khalid Announces Huge North American ‘It’s Always Summer Somewhere’ Tour

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Khalid Announces Huge North American ‘It’s Always Summer Somewhere’ Tour

Multi-platinum global superstar Khalid has announced his highly anticipated return to the stage with the “It’s Always Summer Somewhere Tour,” a major 25-date North American outing produced by Live Nation. The tour, featuring special guest Lauv on all dates, celebrates Khalid’s evolution since his breakout debut album, ‘American Teen’, and will kick off on May 16 in Las Vegas, NV. The massive run hits major cities including Chicago, Toronto, New York, Houston, and Los Angeles, providing fans across the U.S. and Canada a chance to experience the energy of one of contemporary music’s most authentic artists.

The tour showcases the singer’s extensive catalogue, which includes chart-topping albums ‘Free Spirit’ and collaborations like “lovely” with Billie Eilish and “Love Lies” with Normani. Presales start tomorrow, December 10th, ahead of the general sale this Friday, December 12th at 10 am local time. Fans should secure their tickets quickly for this summer spectacle, which will take over iconic venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Radio City Music Hall.

Khalid 2026 It’s Always Summer Somewhere Tour Dates:

  • May 16: Las Vegas, NV @ PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
  • May 18: Morrison, CO @ Red Rocks Amphitheatre
  • May 20: Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
  • May 21: Sterling Heights, MI @ Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
  • May 23: Hershey, PA @ GIANT Center
  • May 24: Toronto, ON @ RBC Amphitheatre
  • May 26: Laval, QC @ Place Bell
  • May 28: Bridgeport, CT @ Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
  • May 29: Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway
  • May 31: Washington, DC @ The Anthem
  • June 3: Nashville, TN @ Nashville Municipal Auditorium
  • June 4: Atlanta, GA @ Synovus Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park
  • June 6: Raleigh, NC @ Red Hat Amphitheater
  • June 7: Philadelphia, PA @ Skyline Stage at Highmark Mann
  • June 9: Portsmouth, VA @ Portsmouth Pavilion
  • June 10: Richmond, VA @ Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront
  • June 12: New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall
  • June 15: Charlotte, NC @ Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
  • June 17: Irving, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
  • June 18: Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
  • June 19: Austin, TX @ Moody Amphitheater
  • June 21: Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
  • June 22: San Diego, CA @ Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
  • June 24: Los Angeles, CA @ Greek Theatre
  • June 26: Berkeley, CA @ Greek Theatre

Burna Boy Unveils Music Video for GRAMMY-Nominated Single “Love”

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Burna Boy Unveils Music Video for GRAMMY-Nominated Single “Love”

Afro-fusion superstar Burna Boy has revealed the official music video for his GRAMMY-nominated single, “Love,” which was directed by his sister and COO of his Spaceship Collective, Ronami Ogulu. This visual arrives just after the superstar delivered an electrifying medley of “Love” and “Update” from his eighth studio album, ‘No Sign of Weakness’, on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. The album recently made history by earning a nomination for Best Global Music Album at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards, making Burna Boy the first Nigerian artist to receive five career GRAMMY nominations in album categories.

This bold, introspective, and creatively fearless 16-track album is available now, showcasing Burna Boy unpacking the many layers of himself—moving through power, prayer, love, and affirmation to reveal a deeper kind of strength. The highly acclaimed album, which garnered Burna Boy his 13th career GRAMMY nomination (for Best African Music Performance for “Love”), features standout collaborations with Mick Jagger and Stromae, along with hit singles like “Change Your Mind” featuring Shaboozey and “TaTaTa” featuring Travis Scott. Burna Boy is currently celebrating this success with the ‘No Sign Of Weakness’ Tour, an epic North American headline run performed on a special 360-degree stage.

Zarema Drops Emotional “Closure” Remix Featuring David Alexander and Extended Mix

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Zarema Drops Emotional “Closure” Remix Featuring David Alexander and Extended Mix

LA-based singer-songwriter Zarema has unveiled a powerful new chapter with her emotionally resonant remix of the single “Closure,” featuring David Alexander, alongside an extended remix for deeper, immersive listening. This remix follows an October release by Vic Latino and paves the way for the official original version of “Closure,” which is produced by John Russell. Originally written in the aftermath of losing a close family member to COVID, the song is an achingly sincere pop ballad about grief, unanswered questions, and learning to live without the comfort of final farewells.

Zarema, who is of Crimean Tatar descent, explained that the song was written to “honour that feeling and, hopefully, help others feel less alone in it,” rooted in empathy and emotional truth. The David Alexander Remix reimagines the track through a more expansive, atmospheric, and club-ready pulse, amplifying its emotional impact while retaining the heart of the original story. The singer, who has built a successful career across Turkey and Eastern Europe and now works in Los Angeles as a respected voice actor, continues to release deeply personal, English-language material, making “Closure” one of her most impactful releases yet.

Baz Luhrmann’s New Documentary EPiC Features Lost Footage of Elvis Presley in Vegas

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Baz Luhrmann’s New Documentary EPiC Features Lost Footage of Elvis Presley in Vegas

Filmmaker Baz Luhrmann has announced a new music documentary, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, which focuses on “The King’s” legendary Las Vegas residency era of the 1970s. This new film, which shares the context of Presley’s later years familiar to fans of the 2022 biopic ELVIS, is set to feature long-lost footage from the Vegas residency. The documentary weaves this material together with rare 16mm footage from Elvis on Tour and treasured 8mm film from the Graceland archive, along with rediscovered recordings that capture Elvis telling “his side of the story.” EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert is scheduled for release in IMAX for one week beginning February 20, with a worldwide theatrical release to follow on February 27.

Atlanta’s JAGUAR GLASS Releases Retro-Futuristic New Single “Anchor”

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Atlanta’s JAGUAR GLASS Releases Retro-Futuristic New Single “Anchor”

Atlanta-based indie-rock band Jaguar Glass just released their stunning new single, “Anchor,” which successfully blends a retro feel with a futuristic sound. The track immediately transports the listener, opening with spacey synths, evocative vocals, and tasteful texture work that creates the feeling of floating, before the drums kick in and pull the song into a hypnotic psychedelic rock ether. Formed in 2020 by producer Tomás Uribe and songwriter Sophia Trautman, and later rounded out by bassist Josiah Soren and drummer Ben McEntire, the band has clearly locked into a sound that is completely their own. While the lyrics tell a sad story of watching someone drift away—asking, “Why are you so numb these days? / You let our love just fade away”—the track offers unexpected comfort with lines like, “All of your fears are anchors made of feathers,” mixing raw emotion with an otherworldly sonic landscape.

Nate Smith Announces Extensive North American ‘Long Live Country Rock & Roll’ Tour

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Nate Smith Announces Extensive North American ‘Long Live Country Rock & Roll’ Tour

Hit country music star Nate Smith is embarking on his biggest and most extensive North American run yet, the “Long Live Country Rock & Roll Tour,” produced by Live Nation. The 23-date trek kicks off on March 26 at Tulsa’s Cain’s Ballroom, visits major markets coast-to-coast, and features special guests Josh Ross, Brandon Wisham, and Just Jayne. Following a wildly successful year that saw him earn his fourth consecutive #1 with “Fix What You Didn’t Break” and gain major traction with his collaboration “After Midnight” featuring Tyler Hubbard, Smith is poised for his biggest headline run to date.

The tour culminates with a two-night takeover at Nashville’s legendary Ryman Auditorium on June 17-18. This headline run follows Smith’s return to the road as direct support for Jason Aldean on the 2026 leg of his FULL THROTTLE TOUR, continuing Smith’s run as one of the genre’s most exciting live performers, having previously sold out every stop on his WORLD ON FIRE TOUR. Tickets for the “Long Live Country Rock & Roll Tour” go on general sale this Friday, December 12.

2026 HEADLINE DATES FOR NATE SMITH’S LONG LIVE COUNTRY ROCK & ROLL TOUR:

  • MARCH 26: Tulsa, OK @ Cain’s Ballroom
  • MARCH 27: Norman, OK @ Riverwind Casino
  • MARCH 28: Ft. Worth, TX @ Billy Bob’s Texas
  • APRIL 2: Wallingford, CT @ The Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theatre
  • APRIL 3: Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring
  • APRIL 4: Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz
  • APRIL 9: Lake Buena Vista, FL @ House of Blues Orlando
  • APRIL 10: Atlanta, GA @ Buckhead Theatre
  • APRIL 11: Charlotte, NC @ Coyote Joe’s
  • APRIL 16: Waukee, IA @ Vibrant Music Hall
  • APRIL 17: Indianapolis, IN @ Egyptian Room @ Old National Centre
  • APRIL 18: Cincinnati, OH @ The Andrew J Brady Music Center
  • APRIL 23: Wheatland, CA @ Hard Rock Live
  • APRIL 25: Reno, NV @ Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort
  • MAY 7: Omaha, NE @ Steelhouse Omaha
  • MAY 8: Columbia, MO @ 9th Street
  • MAY 14: Mankato, MN @ Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
  • MAY 15: Grand Rapids, MI @ GLC Live at 20 Monroe
  • MAY 16: Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit
  • MAY 28: New York, NY @ The Rooftop at Pier 17
  • MAY 29: Boston, MA @ Citizens House of Blues
  • JUNE 17: Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium
  • JUNE 18: Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium

Linda Ronstadt’s “The Christmas Song” Gets a Warm New Lyric Video

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Linda Ronstadt’s “The Christmas Song” Gets a Warm New Lyric Video

Legendary vocalist Linda Ronstadt’s classic 2000 holiday collection, ‘A Merry Little Christmas’, is back in the spotlight this season with a cozy new lyric video for “The Christmas Song.” The soothing visual pairs Ronstadt’s unmistakable, warm voice with the scene of a burning fireplace, instantly providing a comforting bit of Yuletide warmth for the holidays. ‘A Merry Little Christmas’ was the final album the singer released with Elektra/Asylum Records after 27 years with the label, and it contains several beloved holiday staples, including a sassy duet with the late Rosemary Clooney on “White Christmas,” which remains one of the disc’s brightest and most enduring moments.

FISHER and Dom Dolla Lead Western Canada’s Huge FVDED In The Park Festival

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FISHER and Dom Dolla Lead Western Canada’s Huge FVDED In The Park Festival

FVDED In The Park, one of Western Canada’s largest music festivals, is making its anticipated return to Surrey’s Holland Park on July 3rd and 4th, setting the standard for open-air music experiences on the West Coast. This year’s festival promises an unparalleled celebration of electronic music, anchored by massive global acts including headliners Fisher and Dom Dolla. Blueprint Founder Alvaro Prol emphasizes that the entire experience—from the enhanced layout to the immersive art installations—is designed with the fan at the center, creating a fun, high-energy, and welcoming weekend for the community.

The full 2026 lineup is stacked with top-tier talent joining the headliners, featuring artists like Disco Lines, Knock2, Griz, and Mau P. With a strong reputation for defining Canada’s electronic scene and curating exceptional festivals, FVDED In The Park is primed to give its community another unforgettable summer dance experience. Two-Day General Admission, GA+, and VIP tickets will go on sale beginning December 17th at 11 am local time.

FVDED IN THE PARK 2026 FULL LINEUP:

  • Fisher
  • Dom Dolla
  • Disco Lines
  • Griz
  • Knock2
  • Mau P
  • Bunt
  • Crankdat
  • Levity B2B Wooli
  • Marlon Hoffstadt
  • Odd Mob
  • Tape B
  • Alleycvt
  • Hedex
  • INZO
  • jigitz
  • MPH
  • Nia Archives
  • Notion
  • OMNOM
  • Oppidan
  • TroyBoi
  • TSHA
  • VTSS
  • Whipped Cream
  • X CLUB.
  • Bambii
  • borne
  • bullet tooth
  • Champion
  • DENNETT
  • Effin
  • Kaleena Zanders
  • Linska
  • MCR-T
  • MGNA Crrrta
  • RaeCola
  • Roddy Lima
  • Starjunk 95
  • Uniiqqu3
  • Young Franco
  • Zorza
  • Adame Twins
  • AlyssaJB
  • BB Rose
  • Buccaltheft
  • Chatterbox
  • fagofcolour
  • Gissala
  • Jadè
  • jaemo
  • Kempeh
  • MADS
  • NAI
  • Orchiid
  • SHMING
  • Stargirl

COLLECTIVE SOUL Announces Las Vegas Residency and Extensive 2026 Tour

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COLLECTIVE SOUL Announces Las Vegas Residency and Extensive 2026 Tour

COLLECTIVE SOUL, who have sold over 15 million albums worldwide (six of which have gone Gold or Platinum) and boast seven #1 singles, including “Shine,” “December,” and “The World I Know,” have spent much of their past 30-plus years on the road and they’re not slowing down anytime soon.

In addition to the headlining shows they’ve already announced to kick off 2026–with a new residency in Las Vegas, NV on the books for February 4–6 at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas (with special appearance by Edwin McCain), as well as Creed’s “Summer of ’99 and Beyond Cruise” in April—with even more shows to be announced next year.

On the band’s official website, the presale begins Wednesday, December 10 at 10:00am local time, while general tickets are available on Friday, December 12 at 10:00am local time.

Earlier this summer, the band released their definitive feature-length documentary, Give Me A Word: The Collective Soul Story, via Trinity Content Partners.  The trailer can be seen on the band’s official YouTube page. Directed by Joseph Rubinstein and produced by Greg Richling and Jonathan Sheldon of Pfonetic, the film is available to purchase on DVD and Blu-ray as well as on the band’s official website, while fans can watch on demand (VOD) via Amazon (North America), Apple Music (Worldwide), Google (U.K. and North America), Vudu (North America), Hoopla (North America), and Olyn (North America), among others.

Give Me A Word: The Collective Soul Story tells the band’s untold history: the family component to the band, the creativity, and the wisdom that has been hard won over their illustrious career. It was filmed at Elvis Presley’ Palm Springs, CA estate in early 2023 during the recording of the band’s latest album, HERE TO ETERNITY. COLLECTIVE SOUL is the only other music artist besides Elvis to ever record at the historical landmark. Not only does the film contain footage of the recording process, it also features archival footage throughout the band’s career dating back to the band’s early days.

COLLECTIVE SOUL’s latest album, HERE TO ETERNITY was released May 17, 2024 on their label, Fuzze-Flex Records, distributed physically by AMPED Distribution and digitally by Virgin Music Group. It was produced by E. Roland and co-produced by Shawn Grove, and includes 20 brand new songs which is available everywhere on digital stores and streaming partners (including a Dolby ATMOS version), as a single disc CD, and as a limited-edition double-disc colored vinyl, also available on the band’s official website. It garnered impressive debuts on various Billboard and Luminate charts thanks to devoted fans whose support continues to help the band celebrate their 30th anniversary. Consequence.net described the first single, “Mother’s Love,” as, “Centered around a thick blues guitar lick, the song also sports the band’s signature pop hooks and big harmonies — an apt choice for a first single, as it provides a complete cross-section of COLLECTIVE SOUL’s long-established style.”

Check out COLLECTIVE SOUL at any of the following stops, with more shows to be announced soon:

DATE               CITY                             VENUE

Thu 1/29           Anaheim, CA                 Grove of Anaheim

Fri 1/30             Rancho Mirage, CA       Agua Caliente Resort Casino

Sat 1/31            Rohnert Park, CA          Graton Resort Casino

Wed 2/4            Las Vegas, NV              The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

Fri 2/6               Las Vegas, NV              The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

Sat 2/7              Las Vegas, NV              The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

Fri 3/27             Windsor, ONT.               Caesars Windsor – The Colosseum

Sun 3/29           Niagara Falls, ONT.       Fallsview Casino Resort – OLG Stage

Tue 3/31           Wilkes-Barre, PA           F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts

Thu 4/2             Red Bank, NJ                Count Basie Center for the Arts

Fri 4/3               Hershey, PA                 Hershey Theatre

Sat 4/4              Waterloo, NY                Del Lago Resort & Casino

Tue 4/7             Morristown, NJ              Mayo Performing Arts Center

Thu 4/9             Bristol, VA                    Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol

Fri 4/10             Charles Town, WV        The Event Center at Hollywood Casino

Sat 4/11            Danville, VA                  Caesars Virginia

4/17-4/21           Great Stirrup Cay, BAH  Creed Summer of ’99 and Beyond Cruise

Fri 4/24             Orlando, FL                   Hard Rock Live Orlando

Sat 4/25            Savannah, GA               Johnny Mercer Theatre

Tue 4/28           Greenville, SC               Peace Center Concert Hall

Wed 4/29          Dothan, AL                    Dothan Civic Center

Fri 5/1               Baton Rouge, LA           L’Auberge Baton Rouge Casino Resort

Sat 5/2              Bossier City, LA            Margaritaville Resort and Casino

Sat 7/25            Menahga, MN               Mid Summer Music Fest

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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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