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Metal Singer Chloe Trujillo Releases “Lies” Video Ahead Of EP ‘Rebirth’

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Metal Singer Chloe Trujillo Releases “Lies” Video Ahead Of EP ‘Rebirth’

Metal singer and songwriter Chloe Trujillo has released the video for “Lies”, the latest single from her independent EP ‘Rebirth’. The haunting, sonically heavy track blends Middle Eastern influences with crushing guitars as Trujillo explores themes of letting go of ego, limiting beliefs, and old identities in order to reveal a deeper personal truth.

Directed by Raubtier Productions with producer Alejandro Ordonez, the video captures a ritualistic atmosphere around a fire and features dancers Baac Garcia and M Baaker. “Lies” follows the EP’s earlier single “As the Sky is Falling Down”, another emotionally charged track from the Paris-born, Los Angeles-based artist, who worked with producer Jake Carmona to bring the four-song EP ‘Rebirth’ to life.

I See Orange Bring 90s Influenced Sound To U.S. Festivals

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I See Orange Bring 90s Influenced Sound To U.S. Festivals

UK post grunge rock band I See Orange are bringing their gritty 90s inspired sound to North America as they make their US live debut at New York City’s New Colossus Festival before heading to South by Southwest in Austin. Led by vocalist and bassist Giselle Medina alongside guitarist Cameron Hill and drummer Charlie Hart, the trio blends heavy rock dynamics with melodic hooks across singles including “Mental Rot”, “La Bruja”, and “Doll Guts”.

The band will perform three New York shows during the New Colossus Festival, including March 5 and March 8 at Pianos and a March 7 performance at Bakers Falls with The Spanish Wave. For Medina, the trip marks a major milestone as the group performs on US soil for the first time while exploring New York City and sharing their music with a new audience.

I See Orange have been building momentum with their modern take on the early 90s alternative and grunge sound. Their single “Mental Rot” received support from KEXP and BBC radio while its video surpassed 340,000 views on YouTube. Their follow up single “Doll Guts” channels riot grrrl influences and became the first release by a non Japanese artist on London based label JPU Records.

Following their New York shows, the band heads to Austin for three South by Southwest performances before traveling to Los Angeles to record with producer Phillip Broussard Jr. at SteakHouse Studio. With new music on the way and growing international attention, I See Orange are positioning themselves for a breakout year in 2026.

TOUR DATES:

March 5 – Pianos – New York, NY
March 7 – Bakers Falls – New York, NY
March 8 – Pianos – New York, NY

March 12 – Shangri La – Austin, TX
March 14 – 13th Floor – Austin, TX
March 14 – Mamma Dearest – Austin, TX

Turnstile Cover The Stone Roses Song “I Wanna Be Adored” For Triple J Like A Version

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Turnstile Cover The Stone Roses Song “I Wanna Be Adored” For Triple J Like A Version

Baltimore hardcore punk band Turnstile delivered a dynamic cover of the Stone Roses song “I Wanna Be Adored” during a session for Australian radio station triple J’s long running Like A Version series. Frontman Brendan Yates drives the performance with passionate vocals while the band adds a slightly faster tempo and a restless energy to the classic track, blending their dreamy textures with their signature rock power. The performance arrives as Turnstile continues supporting their album ‘NEVER ENOUGH’ and prepares for a packed festival run that includes appearances at Coachella, Bonnaroo, Osheaga, and Shaky Knees, following their recent wins for Best Rock Album and Best Metal Performance at the Grammy Awards.


Golf Documentary ‘Rory McIlroy The Masters Wait’ Premieres March 30 On Prime Video

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Golf Documentary ‘Rory McIlroy The Masters Wait’ Premieres March 30 On Prime Video

Prime Video has announced a March 30 premiere for the new documentary ‘Rory McIlroy The Masters Wait’, a feature-length film chronicling Rory McIlroy’s journey to winning the Masters and completing golf’s career Grand Slam. The documentary will debut exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

The film centers on McIlroy’s long pursuit of victory at Augusta National Golf Club, where the Masters Tournament had eluded him for more than a decade. After years of near misses and heartbreaks, McIlroy finally captured the title in 2025 following a dramatic playoff with Justin Rose, securing the final major championship needed to complete the rare career Grand Slam.

Directed by Drea Cooper, the documentary follows McIlroy’s relationship with Augusta National and revisits key moments from his career, including the difficult 2011 Masters when he lost a four-shot lead during the final round. Built around the decisive final round of the 2025 tournament, the film explores the pressure, setbacks, and resilience behind one of golf’s most anticipated victories.

‘Rory McIlroy The Masters Wait’ is produced by Dan Lindsay, TJ Martin, Zoe Morrison, and Ben Piner for Everyone Else in association with Firethorn Productions. Prime Video will also stream additional Masters coverage beginning with the 2026 tournament, offering live first and second round coverage ahead of ESPN’s broadcast each day.

Bearsville Bluegrass Festival Returns To The Catskills With 2026 Lineup

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Bearsville Bluegrass Festival Returns To The Catskills With 2026 Lineup

The Bearsville Bluegrass Festival returns to the Catskills on May 24, bringing a full afternoon of live music, food, and family activities to Bearsville Park in Woodstock, New York. Running from 12 pm to 6 pm during Memorial Day weekend, the annual gathering transforms the park into a celebration of bluegrass traditions, community spirit, and the natural beauty of the Hudson Valley.

This year’s lineup features performances by On the Trail with Austin Scelzo, Catskill Mountain String Band with Bruno Bruzzese, and Bugs on a Log String Band. From traditional harmonies to high-energy instrumentals, the festival showcases a mix of classic and contemporary bluegrass styles throughout the afternoon.

Festivalgoers can also explore guided nature trails with Dave Holden, join a Rock and Roll history tour with Larry Germack, and browse vendors from the Phoenicia Flea Market. Families are welcomed throughout the day with games and entertainment, while food vendors serve festival favorites including brats, pulled pork, grilled sweet corn, salted potatoes, and watermelon.

Earlier in the day, musicians can participate in a Wernick Method Jam Class hosted by Austin Scelzo from 10 am to 12 pm. Open to players of guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, bass, and dobro, the session welcomes anyone who can tune their instrument and play basic chords, offering a chance to learn the fundamentals of jamming before the festival begins.

Japanese Rock Band I Don’t Like Mondays. Release New Single “Masquerade” As Asia Tour Begins

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Japanese Rock Band I Don’t Like Mondays. Release New Single “Masquerade” As Asia Tour Begins

Japanese rock band I Don’t Like Mondays. has launched 2026 with the release of their new digital single “Masquerade”. The track arrives as the group’s first release of the year and serves as the featured song for the Japanese makeup brand KATE’s web film “HENSHIN THE FIRST”, a project inspired by the world of Kamen Rider and the theme “Strong, Beautiful, HENSHIN”.

The single highlights the band’s sleek rock sound while expanding their visual and musical style through the collaboration. The release also includes a self-cover of “Just Like That”, a song the band originally wrote for solo artist Hiromitsu Kitayama, formerly of Kis-My-Ft2, now reinterpreted by the group in their own style.

At the same time, the band has kicked off their “TOXIC ASIA TOUR 2026”, which opened in Singapore on March 1 and marks their largest Asia tour to date. The run spans five cities across the region and introduces the band to new audiences while building on their growing popularity in Greater China and beyond.

Formed in 2012, I Don’t Like Mondays. consists of members YU, CHOJI, KENJI, and SHUKI. The group gained international attention when their song “PAINT” became the opening theme for the global anime hit ‘One Piece’, expanding their audience well beyond Japan and helping establish their stylish mix of rock, funk grooves, and pop hooks on a global stage.

Ritchie Blackmore Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From The National GUITAR Museum

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Ritchie Blackmore Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From The National GUITAR Museum

The National GUITAR Museum has announced that rock guitar legend Ritchie Blackmore is the latest recipient of its annual Lifetime Achievement Award. Blackmore becomes the sixteenth artist honored by the museum, recognizing a career spanning more than six decades and a lasting influence on the evolution of guitar playing across multiple genres.

Best known as the driving creative force behind the hard rock bands Deep Purple and Rainbow, Blackmore helped shape the sound of modern electric guitar during the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Before forming those bands, he built an early reputation as a London session musician, recording with numerous artists. Later, he expanded his musical scope even further by forming Blackmore’s Night, blending medieval and Renaissance acoustic music with his signature guitar style.

National GUITAR Museum executive director HP Newquist noted that Blackmore’s playing helped redefine electric guitar by combining blues rock power with classical melodic influence and technical precision. His famous riff for “Smoke On The Water” remains one of the most recognizable guitar parts in rock history and continues to inspire generations of musicians learning the instrument.

Blackmore said he was honored by the recognition, calling the award a meaningful acknowledgment of his lifelong dedication to the guitar. The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes artists who have made singular contributions to the legacy and historical development of the instrument, placing Blackmore alongside previous recipients including B.B. King, Jeff Beck, Bonnie Raitt, Liona Boyd, Jose Feliciano, Eddie Van Halen, Tommy Emmanuel, and Alex Lifeson.

Mirvish Productions Joins Toronto 192nd Anniversary Festival With Broadway Performances

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Mirvish Productions Joins Toronto 192nd Anniversary Festival With Broadway Performances

Toronto’s 192nd anniversary celebration returns to Nathan Phillips Square on March 7 with a full day of skating, music, food, and fireworks, featuring special performances from Mirvish Productions musicals including ‘& Juliet’, ‘Some Like It Hot’, and ‘Shucked’. Cast members from the productions will take the main stage from 5:30 to 6:00 pm, while DJ Grump hosts a Broadway and Max Martin themed skate party at the iconic skating rink from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. The free, all-ages event also includes the Toronto Made Market with more than 100 local brands, food vendors representing the city’s diverse culinary scene, live performances from Toronto artists, and a licensed Glow Bar for guests aged 19 and over. The celebration concludes with a fireworks display at 9:00 pm over Toronto City Hall as the city marks another year of community and culture.

World Baseball Classic To Air Live on SiriusXM

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World Baseball Classic To Air Live on SiriusXM

SiriusXM will offer listeners across North America live broadcasts of every game from the World Baseball Classic, which begins tonight, March 4, and runs through the championship game on March 17 in Miami.

SiriusXM will exclusively produce the national radio broadcasts for every Team USA game and 15 World Baseball Classic games in total, including every game from Pool B, as well as the quarterfinal games in Houston, both semifinals and the championship game. All of these games will air on MLB Network Radio, available to listeners in their vehicles (channel 89) and on the SiriusXM app.

The U.S. squad begins their WBC schedule on Friday, March 6 (8 pm ET) when they face off against Brazil. Joining Team USA and Brazil in Pool B are Great Britain, Italy and Mexico.

SiriusXM’s broadcast team will feature veteran broadcaster Mike Ferrin as the play-by-play voice with former major leaguer Ryan Spilborghs as the analyst.

The World Baseball Classic is the premier global baseball tournament featuring 20 participating nations from around the world. Three-time WBC champion Japan enters the tournament looking to defend the 2023 title it won by defeating Team USA in the finals. The U.S. has advanced beyond the pool play rounds in all six WBC events and won the tournament in 2017.

In addition to live game broadcasts, SiriusXM will offer listeners news, talk and analysis throughout the tournament on its 24/7 baseball channel, MLB Network Radio. Mike Ferrin and Ryan Spilborghs hosted a one-hour preview special, featuring interviews with several Team USA members, which will air tonight, March 4 at 5 pm ET.

SiriusXM listeners will also have access to Fox Sports broadcasts of all World Baseball Classic games. Channel assignments for WBC games can be found at www.SiriusXM.com/sports.

For more information about the 2026 World Baseball Classic, please visit www.WorldBaseballClassic.com.  The World Baseball Classic is sanctioned by the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) as the sport’s official National Team World Championship.

SiriusXM’s World Baseball Classic game broadcasts will also be simulcast on MLB.com and the MLB app.

Lollapalooza Confirms 2026 Chicago Festival Dates At Grant Park

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Lollapalooza Confirms 2026 Chicago Festival Dates At Grant Park

Lollapalooza is returning to Chicago this summer, with organizers confirming the 2026 festival will take place July 30 through August 2 at Grant Park. The four-day event once again takes over the heart of the city, bringing hundreds of thousands of fans together for one of the biggest music festivals in North America.

The full lineup for 2026 has not yet been announced, but organizers say the artist roster is expected to arrive soon. The festival traditionally features more than 170 artists across multiple stages, blending pop, rock, hip-hop, electronic, and global acts throughout the weekend.

Last year’s lineup included major headliners Olivia Rodrigo, Tyler The Creator, Sabrina Carpenter, Rufus Du Sol, Luke Combs, Twice, ASAP Rocky, Korn, Gracie Abrams, and Doechii. The festival also continues to drive tourism in Chicago, with millions of hotel stays and hundreds of millions of dollars in local revenue tied to the annual event.

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