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Kingston, Jamaica/Toronto, ON Reggae/Hip Hop Sensation Dudsymil Releases ‘The Frequency’ EP

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Kingston, Jamaica-born, Toronto, ON-based rising sensation Dudsymil declares the release of his brand-new EP, “The Frequency,” a mollifying listening experience throughout the five tracks. This project completely deflects from Dudsymil’s previous EP, “Deep Rivers,” a body of work that delivered such dark themes at full length.

“The Frequency” is a show of the singer’s evolution of sound. With a formidable opener as “Right Now,” that promises to elicit some salacious emotions from female listeners. In each track, Dudsymil and his production team consistently convey the stand-out theme of “good vibes” in various aspects of daily living. “The essence of the EP, The Frequency, is a vibe that I feel has been given to me by a higher power, and I’m excited to share it with the world,” the singer expands.

Dudsymil’s spontaneous approach to each track translates well to the seasoned listening ear. The rawness in each lyric delivered, and the beat selection for each song will appeal to his listeners.

On “Party”, the singer enlists producer, Executive Scott, as composer and co-writer. Initially, Scott gravitated to Dudsymil right after listening to his debut album and then decided to come on board to work on this track.

This track was mostly driven by the reggae singer’s constant frustration with everything wrong about society.

“I envisioned this being a world song that will enable healing while at the same time providing high energy required for partying.”

The follow-up tracks “Policy” and “Symple” illuminate the theme of couples in love by fusing authentic reggae and Afrobeat components into the production. These tracks allow the listener to get lost in the vivid imagery the lines immediately take you to. Adding on to the tracks being inspired by real-life occurrences elevates the quality of “The Frequency” EP.

Dudsymil concludes the project with EP name track, “The Frequency”, a collaborative effort with frequent musical partner, 3x Juno nominated singer, Blk Orchid. The pair joined forces on a relaxing record, “Sail Away”, a song about seeking comfort in a loved one.

“The Frequency” surpasses the bar set on the previous track, simply by the zestful energy and the back-and- forth singing delivered by these two artists.

The rising star first made his official impact back in December 2022, with his debut album “Deep Rivers.” This album showcased all he learned, acquired since his debut to the scene – recording music together with Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor on a 24-inch track.

During that time, Dudsymil explored music production, and in-depth recording and laid the foundation of his “meds music” genre. With subsequent radio play on Z1035, gaining a spike in popularity over “Tdot//Raptors We Go Hard” featuring Sticky Wow during peak Raptors playoff seasons. In 2020, the singer collaborated with international Jamaican singer Serani on an unforgettable track “Never Too Far.” This career-defining moment solidified Dudsymil’s boosting eminence, leaving his core fans yearning for more.

Stax Music Academy Presents STAX MEETS MOTOWN Black History Month Study Guide and Virtual Production

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Among soul music fans, few things are as emotionally charged as comparisons between Stax Records and Motown.  And now the Stax Music Academy has created a Black History Month production with an educational companion study guide: “Stax Meets Motown.”  Educators and students can register HERE for the video production and BHM study guide.

The highly entertaining video and companion study guides delve into the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s and 1970s. It explores everything from Black radio to race, the recording industry, fashion, and the 1967 Detroit Riots.

Some prefer the rawer, grittier sounds of Stax Records and some like the smooth, polished tunes of Motown in the Stax Music Academy’s “Stax Meets Motown,” but viewers can see why both are important in this original Black History Month production by the Stax Music Academy.

The plot twists and turns as the rival students begin paying homage to the two labels that created some of the most riveting music of the 1960s and 70s.

Viewers will hear such familiar songs as hits recorded by Rufus ThomasOtis ReddingJohnnie TaylorDiana Ross & The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, the Jackson Five, and Sam & Dave.

Current Stax Music Academy student Anaya Murray, an award-winning filmmaker, wrote the show’s script along with the Stax Music Academy’s filmmaking award-winner Andrew Green and SMA student Rickey Fondren III, who CNN recently interviewed about his acting and role with the Tennessee Shakespeare Company.

The 2024 Black History Month production was filmed entirely at historic Booker T. Washington High School, which dates to the 1800s and is one of the first high schools in Memphis for African Americans.

The Stax Meets Motown video and Black History Month study guide is created for students, teachers, schools, youth groups, YMCAs, YWCAs, Boys & Girls Clubs, and other organizations with a focus on groups that typically lack access to the arts, and is free to all viewers starting in February 2024.

Jonas Brothers Receive SoundExchange Hall Of Fame Award

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SoundExchange, the premier music tech organization powering the future of music, announced today that the Jonas Brothers have been honored with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award as one of the most streamed acts in the organization’s 20-year history.

“The Jonas Brothers have consistently reinvented themselves over the years and have built an iron-clad fanbase from their ability to churn out memorable hit songs,” said Michael Huppe, President and CEO of SoundExchange. “It’s been incredible to watch the trio call their own shots as artists and come back to music as a group, still on top. We are honored to present them with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award.”

Nick JonasJoe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas were presented with their SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award by SoundExchange’s Tiara Guy (Associate Director, Marketing & Industry Relations) before their appearance at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.

Standing out as one of the most successful groups of the 21st century, Jonas Brothers—Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas—have sold north of 20 million albums and counting, garnered two GRAMMY® Award nominations, earned 26 Billboard Hot 100 hits, logged three consecutive #1 debuts on the Billboard 200, and generated billions of streams. Among many accolades, they’ve recently claimed a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 2019, they notably ignited the comeback of the decade with their Platinum-Certified Republic Records debut, Happiness Begins. It yielded the history-making, 5x- Platinum smash “Sucker,” which minted them as “the first group in the 21st century to debut at #1 on the Hot 100,” exploded as the “longest running #1 Pop Airplay Single of 2019,” and received a GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.” Bowing at #1 on the Billboard 200, Happiness Begins impressively scored the “biggest sales week of 2019 at time of release” and housed the Double-Platinum “Only Human” and Platinum “Cool.” The band supported the album with the worldwide “Happiness Begins Tour“—selling over 1.2 million tickets—and the Amazon Original documentaries Chasing Happiness and Happiness Continues. Along the way, the members simultaneously juggled prolific solo careers extending into television, film, and successful business ventures. In 2023, Jonas Brothers once again proved they are a constant force, embarking on a new era with the release of The Album via Republic Records. The Album was produced by Jon Bellion and features hit singles “Waffle House” and “Wings.” In support of the new album and this new era for Jonas Brothers, they kicked off “The Tour” with two sold-out shows at New York’s iconic Yankee Stadium on August 12th and 13th. “The Tour” will include stadium and arena dates around the globe through 2024, resulting in the band’s biggest and most extensive tour to date.

Global Superstar Dolly Parton And Conagra Brands Enter Exclusive Licensing Partnership For Retail Food

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Following the continued success of her multiyear partnership with Duncan Hines, global icon and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Dolly Parton has entered into an unprecedented, exclusive agreement with Duncan Hines’ parent company, Conagra Brands (NYSE: CAG), one of North America’s leading branded food companies, to develop a line of retail food items. The new line of Dolly Parton food products will include frozen, refrigerated, grocery and snack items inspired by down-home comfort cuisine.

“I loved co-creating my Duncan Hines line with Conagra and I’m thrilled we’re going well beyond the baking aisle with new items across the store,” said Dolly Parton. “We’re looking to continue to inspire special moments in the kitchen, with some of my family’s favorite recipes, and I think people are really going to love them!”

The new products will start rolling onto store shelves nationwide this January, with an expanded line-up of Duncan Hines’ mixes including Chocolate Cake Mix, Yellow Cake Mix, Cinnamon Crumb Cake Mix, Blueberry Muffin Mix and Banana Nut Muffin Mix. Additionally, the first single branded Dolly Parton item, Buttermilk Pancake Mix, will start hitting shelves this winter and marks Dolly’s first foray into the breakfast category. More items are expected to launch later in 2024 including frozen items.

“This unprecedented partnership with Dolly Parton gives us an incredible opportunity to further cement Conagra Brands in our established categories, while authentically positioning us for tremendous growth in new ones including Southern cooking and comfort food,” said Tom McGough, Chief Operating Officer at Conagra Brands.

“We are beyond thrilled to build on the success of our partnership with one of the most beloved and respected women in the world,” added Lucy Brady, President of Grocery & Snacks at Conagra Brands. “With our expertise in food, we’ll help bring Dolly’s vision and favorite recipes to so many tables across America, with delicious new offerings across a wide range of eating occasions.”

The multi-year, multi-category agreement was facilitated by licensing agency IMG.

Visit bakingwithdolly.com to learn more about the current and future line-up of Dolly Parton food products.

Duncan Hines’ Dolly Parton’s newest baking mixes and frostings are flowing through to stores nationwide now on a rolling launch, but the brand is giving consumers a chance to try some of the new items and get exclusive, limited-edition Dolly keepsakes with the new Dolly Parton Bake Like a Rockstar Baking Collection, available online only while supplies last.

The kit includes:

  • Dolly Parton’s Blueberry Muffin Mix, Cinnamon Swirl Crumb Cake Mix, Favorite Chocolate Cake Mix and Creamy Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
  • An exclusive magnet featuring the popular illustration of Dolly from the Duncan Hines’ packaging
  • A Dolly-inspired, collectible oven mitt
  • Recipe cards that feature some of Dolly’s favorite recipes like Lemon Glazed Blueberry Crumb Cake and Coffee Cake Muffins.

Dolly Parton’s Bake Like a Rockstar Baking Collection can be purchased for $40.00 (plus shipping and handling). Early access to the kit will be unlocked on Jan. 24 at 11:00 AM ET, with the full sale going live later that day at 3:00 PM ET. The new Dolly Baking Collection is available while supplies last at bakingwithdolly.com.

Guy Fieri Announces Greta Van Fleet And Kane Brown As Headline Performers At Guy Fieri’s Inaugural Flavortown Fest

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Chef, restaurateur, bestselling author, award-winning TV host, and culinary superstar Guy Fieri announced today that GRAMMY Award-winning Rock band Greta Van Fleet and multi-platinum selling, award-winning Country star Kane Brownwill serve as the headline performers on June 1-2, 2024 at the inaugural Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Fest, an action-packed weekend of food, flavor and fun in Fieri’s signature style and birthplace of Columbus, Ohio. Redefining the traditional festival experience, the two-day fun fest will fuse food and funk, bringing to life the one and only Flavortown, embodying Fieri’s larger-than-life energy and charitable spirit every step of the way. Two-day GA, GA+ and VIP passes are on sale now at www.flavortownfest.com.

Greta Van Fleet and Kane Brown will be joined on the Main Stage by Bret Michaels, LOCASH and Niko Moon for an epic two days of music sure to keep Flavortown Fest rocking all weekend. Music legend and frontman of rock band Poison, Bret Michaels’s hit-making career spans three decades including “Go That Far,” “Nothing But A Good Time” and the number one single “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” as part of his robust catalog of mega-hits. Named “country music’s feel-good duo” by PEOPLE, LOCASH – Preston Brust and Chris Lucas – has earned eight charting singles, two successful albums and over 815 million global streams since 2015. Chart-topping country artist Niko Moon’s first single “Good Time” went #1 on country radio and his new album Better Days is available nationwide now.

Fieri said, “You’ve been askin’ and we’ve been plannin’…Flavortown Fest is comin’ to Columbus! And I couldn’t be more stoked to finally announce that we’re bringing the heat to the Flavortown stage with my buddies Kane BrownGreta Van FleetBret Michaels, LOCASH, Niko Moon and even more to come. You’re not gonna want to miss this!”

Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Fest, a festival unlike any other, will take over The Lawn at CAS, a 54-acre campus located on the scenic Olentangy River, which runs through the heart of the city. Like Guy, it will be bold, loud, bad-ass, and full of flavor with unparalleled surprises, one-of-a-kind programming with the nation’s top chefs, jaw-dropping music artists, and Guy-curated curveballs all weekend. Flavortown Fest will feature eats and experiences from some of Guy’s favorite Triple D restaurants from the Columbus area and around the country while offering the ultimate experience for foodies to eat, drink and party with the Mayor of Flavortown himself.

Bitchin’ Avenue is the Main Street and heartbeat of Flavortown Fest, offering the opportunity to stroll across the festival grounds boardwalk-style where out-of-bounds moments await at each intersection. Flavortown “residents” (aka attendees) can swing by the Not So General, General Store to purchase exclusive Flavortown, Guy Fieri and other collectibles, rest up at The Pit Stop where the cars will be as classic as old-school diner staples or camp out on Chill Hill with their friends to take in the vibes in a relaxed environment. The Flavortown Fest Hometown Stage will be a special place to host comedy battles, interactive art demos and veteran programming supported by the National Veterans Memorial and Museum (NVMM).

GA passes are available for residents looking for an awesome event full of top dishes and greatest hits. The GA experience provides access to Bitchin’ Avenue, The Pit Stop, Chill Hill and more throughout the festival for turbo-charged food and stellar music performances. The fun won’t stop there as Flavortown Fest brings Flavortown Beach to Columbus so residents can enjoy the show from the Main Music Stage with their toes in the sand. Flavortown Fest residents will also get to experience The Culinary Stadium, a one-of-a-kind arena to witness a spectacular culinary competition between some of the biggest names in the business.

Residents looking to dial up their “Triple F” experience can purchase a GA+ ticket inclusive of all the rockin’ perks of general admission plus access to the GA+ Lounge bringing awesome access to shaded seating, dedicated restrooms, exclusive bar and food options and great views of the Main and Hometown Stage.

VIP passes include everything from GA and GA+ passes and are for the resident who wants access to everything Flavortown Fest offers. From priority seating and exclusive access to the standing pit in front of the Main Stage to special menus and premium bars, VIP ticket holders will have the ultimate flavor-filled experience. VIP ticket holders will also receive a Flavortown ID card to mark their permanent residency.

Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Fest, in partnership with the Guy Fieri Foundation and CAS, a division of the American Chemical Society, will launch Flavortown Cares, an impact program to support the Columbus community which will donate a portion of proceeds from every ticket sold to support the NVMM, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Ohio (RMCH) and the Mid-Ohio Food Collective (MOFC). As a part of the partnership, NVMM, RMCH and MOFC will have a presence on-site at Flavortown Fest and integration throughout the festival’s programming with opportunities for Triple F attendees to learn about and support each group on-site.

My Next Read: “Live from the Underground: A History of College Radio” by Katherine Rye Jewell

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Bands like R.E.M., U2, Public Enemy, and Nirvana found success as darlings of college radio, but the extraordinary influence of these stations and their DJs on musical culture since the 1970s was anything but inevitable. As media deregulation and political conflict over obscenity and censorship transformed the business and politics of culture, students and community DJs turned to college radio to defy the mainstream—and they ended up disrupting popular music and commercial radio in the process. In this first history of US college radio, Katherine Rye Jewell reveals that these eclectic stations in major cities and college towns across the United States owed their collective cultural power to the politics of higher education as much as they did to upstart bohemian music scenes coast to coast.

Jewell uncovers how battles to control college radio were about more than music—they were an influential, if unexpected, front in the nation’s culture wars. These battles created unintended consequences and overlooked contributions to popular culture that students, DJs, and listeners never anticipated. More than an ode to beloved stations, this book will resonate with both music fans and observers of the politics of culture.

Pink Floyd Turned An Ancient Roman Amphitheatre Into Their Concert Doc Stage

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In the psychedelic haze of 1972, Pink Floyd gifted the world “Live at Pompeii,” a cinematic concert experience that captured the essence of their musical prowess.

Hear The Long-Lost Versions Of “Miss You” And “Beast Of Burden” By The Rolling Stones

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The 1978 album Some Girls by The Rolling Stones took on a unique dimension with its 8-track version, diverging from the running order of its vinyl, cassette, and later CD counterparts. This alternative rendition not only featured a distinct track sequence but also unveiled three unreleased cuts that remained hidden until the internet era. Notably, the opening track “Miss You” boasted an additional 50 seconds, “Beast of Burden” stretched about 40 seconds longer, and the closing track “Shattered” underwent a reduction of approximately 60 seconds. These extended versions, now resurfaced in the digital age, offer fans a captivating glimpse into the evolution of the iconic album, showcasing The Rolling Stones’ experimental spirit and the errr…unique charms of the 8-track era.

Photo Gallery: Colin James at Niagara Falls’ OLG Stage in Fallsview Casino

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Rising Vocalist Alicia Creti Releases First Single Of The Year “self/less”

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Rising songstress/pianist, Alicia Creti, releases her first single of the yearSelf/Less.” The soul-stirring track will be featured on her highly anticipated EP of the same title and arrives alongside an official companion visualizer available for streaming now.

“Self/Less” also comes on the heels of the recent announcement of Alicia providing direct support on Mahalia’s upcoming “IRL North American Tour” kicking off February 20th in Vancouver and wrapping on March 26th in Chicago.  Tickets to the tour can be purchased on www.mahaliamusic.co.uk/tour/. “Self/Less” also serves as the follow-up to previously released singles “Crazy,” “Guilt Trip,” “Pity Party” and her debut single, “Strange.” Each single is included on Alicia’s upcoming EP, Self/Less, which is slated for release on February 16th. Each song on her debut EP tells the unfolding of a toxic and painful relationship.

Alicia Creti is an unstoppable force in the world of music, pouring her heart and soul into every note with a delivery that is both distinct and dynamically charged. At the age of 24, the Montreal-born and Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and pianist emerged as a rising sensation, captivating millions with a soulful rendition of Summer Walker’s “Session 32” and sustaining that momentum with captivating covers of Kehlani, Jazmine Sullivan, and Ari Lennox. With commanding soulful vocals and poignant songwriting, Alicia skillfully weaves a tapestry of self-reflection, heartbreak, and the myriad facets of the human experience, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the pages of her personal journal. Her sound is a breath of fresh air, transcending genre boundaries with a compelling touch of nostalgic soul. Building on the triumph of her 2022 single “Congratulations” and 2023 releases “Strange” and “Crazy,” Alicia is set to unveil her highly anticipated debut EP, Self/Less, offering a narrative journey of a young woman reclaiming her authentic self. Fatigued by the confines of being “less” and driven to become “more” for herself, she extends an open invitation for fans to accompany her on a profound path of self-discovery.

IN REAL LIFE NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
FEBRUARY
20 – Vancouver, BC – The Commodore Ballroom
21 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater
22 – Seattle, WA – Neptune Theatre
24 – Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades
25 – San Francisco, CA – The Regency Ballroom
27 – Santa Cruz, CA – The Catalyst
28 – Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco
MARCH
1 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues San Diego
2 – Phoenix – Crescent Ballroom
3 – Tucson, AZ – 191 Toole
5 – Denver, CO – Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox
7 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues Cambridge Room
8 – Austin, TX – Scoot Inn
9 – Houston, TX – House of Blues
11 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
13 – Charlotte, NC – The Underground Charlotte
14 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore Silver Spring
16 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of Living Arts
17 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza
20 – Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club
22 – Toronto, ON – History
23 – Montreal, QC – Beanfield Theatre
25 – Detroit, MI – The Shelter
26 – Chicago, IL – House of Blues