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Jonas Brothers Receive SoundExchange Hall Of Fame Award

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Jonas Brothers Receive SoundExchange Hall Of Fame Award

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

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

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 Brown, will 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 Brown, Greta Van Fleet, Bret 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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My Next Read: “Live from the Underground: A History of College Radio” by Katherine Rye Jewell

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

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

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

Rising songstress/pianist, Alicia Creti, releases her first single of the year “Self/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

Lover Girls Flyana Boss Gush Over Their “Candyman” In New Bop Out Now

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Lover Girls Flyana Boss Gush Over Their “Candyman” In New Bop Out Now

Breakout rap duo Flyana Boss drops their first single of 2024, “Candyman”, available everywhere now via vnclm_ x Atlantic Records. Bobbi and Folayan gush over their “candyman” all while spitting witty bars over the infectious beat produced by their hit-making collaborator, Marky Style.

“The cat is out of the bag, it’s time the world know, we’re true lover girls at heart and ‘Candyman’ is for all the sweethearts out there.” – Flyana Boss

The duo will hit the road again, following their first tour run as support for Janelle Monáe’s “The Age Of Pleasure” Tour and surprise guest run on Ke$ha’s “The Only Love” Tour, this time with their own headlining show. The 18-city tour kicks off on February 24, 2024 at Schubas Tavern in Chicago, IL. The viral sensations will make stops in their home cities of Detroit and Dallas, in addition to Toronto, Brooklyn, Washington D.C., Denver, and more before wrapping the tour in their home-base, Los Angeles.

Hailing from Detroit, MI and Dallas, TX respectively, Bobbi and Folayan met at a music college in Los Angeles where they immediately hit it off and began collaborating. The fierce duo adopted the name Flyana Boss (rhymes with Diana Ross), repping the Vagina Dynasty while simultaneously embodying the spirit of flyness and bossness. Together, Bobbi and Folayan form a formidable union that pushes the boundaries of contemporary hip-hop, seamlessly blending their individual strengths to create a sound that is distinctively Flyana Boss. Bobbi brings a knack for storytelling and infuses her music with authenticity and vulnerability as Folayan effortlessly switches between different styles and genres, adding depth and dimension to Flyana Boss’ one-of-a-kind music.

Alt-Pop Artist Artemas Shares New Single “ur special to me”

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Alt-Pop Artist Artemas Shares New Single “ur special to me”

 Today, self-taught songwriter/producer Artemas shares his latest high energy, explosive single, “ur special to me.” Listen HERE via 10K Projects.

With its rumbling bassline and hard-hitting drums, Artemas’ new track “ur special to me” combines his grunge sensibilities with pop ear worm melodies. Like much of the London-based musician’s infectious creations, the new track is an esoteric approach to pop music, fusing Artemas’ influences seamlessly through his unique voice, production style, and songwriting. Contrasting intoxicating, breathy falsetto lines over a distorted bass and hard-hitting drums, he creates a mysterious, dark anthem that blurs the boundaries of genre. Along with the brand new song, Artemas has announced his upcoming mixtape which includes previously released tracks like “if u think I’m pretty” “just want u to feel something” and “cross my heart.”

If Artemas’ dazzling falsetto sounds familiar, it’s most likely because of his inescapable smash “if u think i’m pretty,” which has racked up an astonishing 45 million streams and over 100K TikTok videos since its release in October. Coming out of massive highs from last year’s release, he dropped “prettygrunge.wav” the grunge version of his massive hit “if u think I’m pretty,” deviating from the formula of releasing a sped-up and slowed-down version of each song. Earlier this week, he debuted on Zane Lowe’s “24 for ‘24” – a roster curated by Lowe and Jeremy Degan to spotlight the new artists to watch in 2024.

Since releasing a song nearly every month since May, the pop savant hailed by Ones to Watch as “one of the most consistent new artists in recent memory” has racked up tens of millions of streams and built a strong community through the power of the internet.

At 24-years-old, Artemas, has only been releasing music since late 2020 but is fast developing a distinctive alternative pop sound through his relatable songwriting and captivating melodies. The self-taught multi-instrumentalist and unashamed pop music fan is a student of the YouTube generation of songwriters/producers. Hailing from Oxfordshire, but now based in London, Artemas made the most of being restricted to his bedroom over the past couple of years, spending most waking hours during that time honing his studio craft. With recent singles “cross my heart” and “if you think i’m pretty” amassing tens of millions of streams, and over 4.5 million monthly Spotify listeners, Artemas looks ahead to 2024 ready to deliver his best work yet.

The 24-year-old musician’s dark R&B leanings transport listeners right into quiet night drives, lingering glances in the club, and the anticipatory feeling after the door lock clicks. “ur special to me,” which is just as much Fiona Apple as it is The Weeknd, is another notch in Artemas’ belt that’s sure to satisfy fans and create new ones.

Next month Artemas will make his headline debut at London’s The Lower Third with tickets selling out in under 20 mins for the two shows on 14th & 16th Feb, with the promise of more live shows to follow.

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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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