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Alexander Stewart Unveils New Single “scared of myself” From Album What If?

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Alexander Stewart Unveils New Single “scared of myself” From Album What If?

The brilliantly expressive singer-songwriter Alexander Stewart has unveiled his poignant new single, “scared of myself,” a powerful preview of his sophomore album, What If?, which is available now. This deeply personal track is incredibly special to Stewart, as it explores his relationship with overwhelming thoughts and feelings, admitting that sometimes “the scariest place for me to exist is in my own brain.” Yet, he hopes the song finds a healing place for listeners, embodying the self-reflective journey of his new 12-track album, where he confronts questions like “what if nothing works out…?” before realizing “what if everything is working out exactly as it’s supposed to?”

What If? follows Alexander’s debut album, bleeding heart, which featured the viral hit “i wish you cheated” and earned him JUNO and MTV VMA nominations. The new album also includes the acclaimed single “Blame On You” and “Here Again,” which has already garnered over 3 million global streams. With over one billion global streams to his name, Alexander Stewart is cementing his status as a major international force.

Christian McBride Releases Live Video of “Cold Chicken Suite” From New Album ‘Without Further Ado, Vol. 1’

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Christian McBride Releases Live Video of “Cold Chicken Suite” From New Album ‘Without Further Ado, Vol. 1’

The sensational nine-time GRAMMY Award-winning bassist and composer Christian McBride has released a dynamic live performance video of “Op. 49 – Cold Chicken Suite, 3rd Movement,” featuring his big band from their exhilarating Newport Jazz Festival set. This fiery, yet eloquent piece allows the big band to truly shine, setting the stage for his magnificent new album, Without Further Ado, Vol. 1, available now via Mack Avenue Records. The album features a spectacular roster of vocalists, including Sting, Andy Summers, Samara Joy, Dianne Reeves, Jose James, Cecille McLorin Salvant, and more, reaffirming McBride’s status as a champion of jazz past, present, and future. Having played with everyone from Chick Corea to Billie Eilish, McBride brings several artistic paths together in this electrifying collection, which grew out of his work as musical director for the annual NJPAC Gala.

McBride has assembled a multi-generational line-up of singers that definitively settles any debate about a vocal jazz renaissance, featuring Samara Joy’s breathtaking version of the standard “Old Folks” and three-time GRAMMY winner Cecile McLorin Salvant’s burning reinterpretation of Cole Porter’s “All Through The Night.” The album also features the lead track, “Murder By Numbers,” which brilliantly reunited Sting with his former bandmate Andy Summers for the first time since The Police’s 2007-2008 reunion tour. With Without Further Ado, Vol. 1, McBride delivers a vocal all-star game heightened by the elegance and fire of the Christian McBride Big Band, ensuring this collection of reimagined classics and surprises is an absolute triumph.

Alana Hil Unveils New Single “Heartbleed Over Coffee” Ahead of EP Diaries of a Common Woman

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Alana Hil Unveils New Single “Heartbleed Over Coffee” Ahead of EP Diaries of a Common Woman

The compelling new voice in soul and beyond, Alana Hil, has unveiled her fantastic new single, “Heartbleed Over Coffee,” alongside a visually striking music video. The song beautifully captures the quiet chaos of overthinking and emotional drift while celebrating the grounding power of love that can bring you back to yourself when the world feels overwhelming. Hil shared that the track is “an ode to music…because music literally saved my life.” This exciting release builds on the success of her previous single “Love and Mental Breakdowns,” which has already surpassed 100,000 streams. After opening for the legendary Macy Gray on multiple tour dates this summer, Alana Hil continues to cement her place as an artist to watch, with “Heartbleed Over Coffee” offering another glimpse into her deeply personal EP, Diaries of a Common Woman.

Jesse Harris Releases Elegant Duet “Having a Ball” with Norah Jones From New Orchestral Album

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Jesse Harris Releases Elegant Duet “Having a Ball” with Norah Jones From New Orchestral Album

The brilliant Grammy Award-winning songwriter Jesse Harris has unveiled his stunning new love song, “Having a Ball,” a release that features an intimate duet with his longtime collaborator and friend, Norah Jones. Wrapped in a lush and classic orchestral arrangement by Brazilian composer Maycon Ananias, the track beautifully blends elegant sound with deep emotional intimacy. Harris shared that Jones “has always brought magic and energy to every song she sings,” and her improvised ad-libs on “Having a Ball” added so much life to the song. This gorgeous single serves as the second glimpse into Harris’s sweeping, cinematic new orchestral album, If You Believed In Me, available now. Recorded between New York, Rio, and Tallinn, the album—which explores themes of memory and longing—is a true testament to the inventive spirit of one of NYC’s most quietly iconic songwriters.

SAWYER UTAH Drops Vibey New Single “One More Fix” Accompanied by Stunning Visual

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SAWYER UTAH Drops Vibey New Single “One More Fix” Accompanied by Stunning Visual

The talented artist Sawyer Utah has just released his superb new single, “One More Fix,” a truly vibey and earnest track that delves into the difficulty of letting go of things we love, even when they are no longer good for us. The song masterfully captures that universal feeling of convincing ourselves we only need “just one more fix” before we can move on. Utah, who shares that the song has “always been a special one” and that he recorded most of the instruments himself, brings his cinematic vision to life with the accompanying music video, which he directed alongside Orchee Sorker, capturing the messy, emotional push and pull of being unable to move on. Following his recent acclaimed singles “WHERE DO U GO?” and “tears & wishes,” which have earned features on key playlists across Spotify, Apple Music, and TIDAL, “One More Fix” further cements Utah’s status as an essential new voice in pop music.

MIDLAKE Releases Stunning New Album ‘A Bridge To Far’ Featuring The Lead Single “The Ghouls”

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MIDLAKE Releases Stunning New Album ‘A Bridge To Far’ Featuring The Lead Single “The Ghouls”

The iconic psych-folk band Midlake has released their eagerly awaited sixth studio album, A Bridge To Far, available now on Midlake Records. Produced by Sam Evian at The Echo Lab in Denton, TX, this cinematic meditation on hope and creative renewal is a magnificent return, following 2022’s For The Sake of Bethel Woods. The album is instantly heralded by the striking lead single “The Ghouls,” a track that proved the spark for the band to continue moving forward with a renewed sense of shared purpose. As Eric Pulido affirms, “This album is less about referencing someone else’s sound and more about sounding like us,” resulting in a collection that is both atmospheric and deeply grounded.

This stunning new work, crafted in sessions that were instinctive and unforced, sees Midlake return with their most distilled and individualistic songs yet. The album title and track “explores the hope, belief and ultimate path to something or somewhere greater, despite the circumstances,” says Pulido. A Bridge To Far features spectacular contributions from special guests, including Madison Cunningham, Hannah Cohen, and Meg Lui, whose vocals lend further warmth and nuance to the sound. After two decades, Midlake’s shared connection remains their greatest strength, making this album a powerful testament to the bond of a band that dares to believe in something just beyond reach.

OLU (EARTHGANG’s Johnny Venus) Releases New EP ‘Shooter’ Featuring 6LACK and Co-Written Track with THE DREAM

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OLU (EARTHGANG’s Johnny Venus) Releases New EP ‘Shooter’ Featuring 6LACK and Co-Written Track with THE DREAM

The phenomenal Olu, known globally as Johnny Venus and one half of the GRAMMY-nominated eclectic hip-hop duo EarthGang, has unveiled his brand new, highly-anticipated EP, Shooter, which serves as Part 1 of a compelling three-part series! This sensational project immediately showcases Olu’s rich versatility as a songwriter, performer, and producer, expertly weaving together elements of soul, R&B, and hip-hop while delving into powerful themes of intimacy and self-reflection. Spearheading the EP is the intoxicating single “So Beautiful,” a gorgeous cut featuring one of Atlanta’s biggest stars, 6lack, while the focus track “Shooter”—produced by Olu and co-written by the legendary The Dream—underscores his instinct for crafting addictive soundscapes with Spanish-inspired guitar riffs. Currently touring with Clipse (Pusha T and Malice) and recently performing at the Paisley Park Celebration, Olu is a true renaissance figure, boldly leveraging his COMPXSS wellness brand and the EarthGang Foundation to promote mental health and combat environmental injustices, confirming his vital presence in the upper echelons of US and global cultural influence.

Ben Arnold Releases Soulful New Single “Long Tall Shadow” From Album XI

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Ben Arnold Releases Soulful New Single “Long Tall Shadow” From Album XI

The prolific Philadelphia-based singer/songwriter Ben Arnold has unveiled his deeply soulful new single, “Long Tall Shadow,” a stunning taste of his full-length album, XI, available now on ALP Recordings! With his wonderfully gruff vocals, Arnold masterfully contemplates the passage of time over a melancholy sonic landscape where gushing pedal steel adds a captivating cosmic sound, while sublime piano makes the entire track feel both elegant and utterly timeless. Arnold shares that the song was “Written in real time,” as he examined his personal life and deep connection to the contemplative fall season—a mood that perfectly translates into this powerful, minor-key masterpiece.

XI is a brilliant tapestry of American sound, pulling from folk, blues, soul, rock & roll, and classic pop, and was produced by Shane Smith and mixed by Barrie Maguire. Arnold assembled a magnificent band of longtime friends and collaborators, including the legendary drummer Pete Thomas. This long-storied career artist, who has shared the stage with everyone from Lucinda Williams to John Mayer, is once again blurring genre lines and redefining the amplified American roots music that kickstarted his journey, following the acclaimed first single “Catch The Lightning.”

Leo Valeri (Brand of Sacrifice) and Ryan “Tuck” O’Leary (Fit For A King) Launch New Artist-First Label Papercut Recordings

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Leo Valeri (Brand of Sacrifice) and Ryan “Tuck” O’Leary (Fit For A King) Launch New Artist-First Label Papercut Recordings

Get ready for a seismic shift in the heavy music world, because longtime collaborators and creative titans Leo Valeri (Brand of Sacrifice, Shibori Threads) and Ryan “Tuck” O’Leary (Fit For A King, Beacon Management Group) have joined forces to launch Papercut Recordings—a dynamic new label built to empower artists unwilling to compromise! Their urgent mission is brilliantly simple: to give creative control and power back to the artists through equitable partnerships and transparent funding. Valeri and O’Leary, who are metal musicians living and breathing the scene, emphasize that they are providing “real-world expertise” and are committed to building something authentic together with respect.

To mark this sensational launch, Papercut Recordings has already announced its first two highly compelling signings: Blackshape, whose dark, cerebral compositions thrillingly blur the edges of math rock and post-metal, and Limbs, the post-hardcore disruptors known for their searing live presence and emotionally charged precision. Valeri brings his visionary creative and cultural force as the chief songwriter and producer for the extreme metal act Brand of Sacrifice and founder of the massively recognizable alternative streetwear brand Shibori Threads. Meanwhile, O’Leary, a music industry entrepreneur and talent scout, brings deep wealth from his work crafting multiple charting albums with metalcore titans Fit For A King and his success founding the artist-first tech platform Featured X. Papercut Recordings is boldly correcting an outdated industry model, treating artists like true partners and forging the next wave of heavy music.

BRIGHT EYES Unleashes New EP ‘Kids Table’ Featuring Alynda Segarra of HURRAY FOR THE RIFF RAFF

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BRIGHT EYES Unleashes New EP ‘Kids Table’ Featuring Alynda Segarra of HURRAY FOR THE RIFF RAFF

The incomparable Bright Eyes—Conor Oberst, Mike Mogis, and Nate Walcott—have released their powerful new eight-track EP, Kids Table, available now via Dead Oceans! This stunning project follows their visceral album Five Dice, All Threes and is instantly highlighted by the new single, “Dyslexic Palindrome,” which features the soulful voice of Alynda Segarra of Hurray For The Riff Raff. This dynamic duet, which examines the dark complacency of today’s capitalistic culture, deepens a creative partnership that Oberst raves about, calling Segarra “one of the most soulful people I have ever encountered.”

Kids Table holds true to the essential Bright Eyes DNA, offering blood-on-the-tracks honesty sprinkled with brilliant wordplay and cultural references. At the heart of the EP lies “Sharp Cutting Wings (Song to a Poet),” a haunting cover of the Lucinda Williams song that was the first thing Oberst wanted to sing after recovering from a medical emergency in late 2024. The EP is both a perfect companion to their latest full-length and a self-contained world of its own, perpetually teetering between rogue optimism and pragmatic despair. Meanwhile, the band continues its high-octane tour across North America, including major West Coast dates and rare performances across Asia, all while advancing equity for the LGBTQ+ community through their non-profit, The Poison Oak Project.

Tracklist for Kids Table (EP):

  • Kids Table
  • Cairns (When Your Heart Belongs to Everyone)
  • 1st World Blues
  • Sharp Cutting Wings (Song to a Poet)
  • It Always Feels Good and It Never Hurts
  • Dyslexic Palindrome (feat. Hurray For The Riff Raff)
  • Shakespeare In A Nutshell
  • Victory City
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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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