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Chris Stapleton Premieres Cinematic ‘White Horse’ Video Starring Josh Brolin

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The official music video for Chris Stapleton’s Grammy and CMA Award-winning song, “White Horse,” is out today. roduced by Strange Arcade and directed by Running Bear Films, the cinematic video was filmed in Marfa, TX and stars acclaimed actor Josh Brolin (No Country For Old Men, True Grit) alongside Mae McKagan and Tommy Martinez, as well as appearances by Stapleton and his wife and collaborator, Morgane. In conjunction with the release, exclusive “White Horse” merch is also now available HERE.

Of the video, Running Bear’s Stephen Kinigopoulos and Alexa King Stone share, “Listening to ‘White Horse’ over and over again, we visualized a couple on the run and wanted to add some complexity with the parental sheriff relationship between Mae and Josh’s characters. What was just going to be an action-packed love story, also became a story about letting go and trust.”

The new video adds to yet another monumental year for Stapleton, who is nominated for four awards at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards—Best Country Song (“A Song To Sing” with Miranda Lambert), Best Country Solo Performance (“Bad As I Used To Be”) and two nods in the Best Country Duo/Group Performance category (“A Song To Sing” with Lambert and “Honky Tonk Hall of Fame” with George Strait)—as well as three awards at next week’s 59th Annual CMA Awards: Entertainer of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year and Music Video of the Year (“Think I’m In Love With You”).

This year also marks the 10-year anniversary of Stapleton’s electric breakout performance with Justin Timberlake during the 2015 CMA Awards, which is now once again available to watch on YouTube, as well as a decade since the release of his groundbreaking debut album, Traveller.

Beloved by critics, fans and fellow artists, Traveller was recorded at Nashville’s historic RCA Studio A with producer Dave Cobb and won Best Country Album at the 58th Grammy Awards, Album of the Year at both the CMAs and ACMs and went on to become the best-selling country album of the 2010’s. Following a historic turn on the 2015 CMA Awards—where Stapleton became the first artist to ever win Album of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year and New Artist of the Year in the same year—Traveller became the first album in history to re-enter the Billboard 200 all-genre album chart at #1, where it stayed for two straight weeks. With global sales over 11 million, the album is certified RIAA 7x Platinum in the U.S. and has been streamed over 11 billion times around the world. Additionally, the album has spent over 500 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart—the first country album to do so.

An 11x Grammy, 19x CMA and 21x ACM Award-winner, Stapleton has gone on to release four more studio albums including his most recent, 2023’s Higher (Mercury Records, stream/purchase here). Produced by Dave Cobb, Morgane Stapleton and Chris Stapleton, the record landed on several “Best of” lists including Billboard, Esquire, Vulture and Rolling Stone, who praised, “dazzling…the best evidence yet for the way one man’s voice has become synonymous with the very idea of a musical genre.” Additionally, GQ declared, “In an age rife with division, he’s maybe the only thing Americans all agree on…one of the most reliable hit makers in music” and NPR Music proclaimed, “Higher puts him where he always really was—in that classic kind of rock and soul, Tom Petty, Eagles, going beyond the confines of the genre.”

Since Higher, Stapleton has released several additional songs including “Heart Letting Go” from Netflix’s hit show “Nobody Wants This,” “A Song To Sing” with Miranda Lambert and “Bad As I Used To Be” from F1 the Album.

Additional highlights over the past decade include the National Anthem performance at 2023’s Super Bowl LVII, three appearances on “Saturday Night Live,” countless sold-out shows worldwide and collaborations with Adele, Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, Justin Timberlake, P!nk, Sheryl Crow, Santana, Post Malone, Dua Lipa, Slash, George Strait and many more.

Known for his electric live performances, Stapleton will extend his “All-American Road Show” into 2026 including sold-out “An Evening with Chris Stapleton” shows in Las Vegas, NV, Thackerville, OK and Uncasville, CT, which will feature Stapleton alongside his full band with no opener. See below for complete tour itinerary.

In addition to their work as musicians, the Stapletons are founders of the Outlaw State of Kind charitable fund, which supports a variety of causes that are close to their heart. Moreover, in 2024, Stapleton unveiled Traveller Whiskey, a first-of-its-kind collaboration created in partnership with Buffalo Trace Distillery’s Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley, which went on to become last year’s Most Awarded Super Premium Whiskey and was just announced as the first official whiskey of Major League Baseball.

CHRIS STAPLETON CONFIRMED TOUR DATES
January 10—Hollywood, FL—Hard Rock Live (SOLD OUT)
January 11—Hollywood, FL—Hard Rock Live (SOLD OUT)
February 4—Las Vegas, NV—Dolby Live at Park MGM (SOLD OUT)
February 5—Las Vegas, NV—Dolby Live at Park MGM (SOLD OUT)
February 7—San Francisco, CA—Bill Graham Civic Auditorium (SOLD OUT)
February 20—Thackerville, OK—WinStar Lukas Oil Live (SOLD OUT)
February 21—Thackerville, OK—WinStar Lukas Oil Live (SOLD OUT)
February 27—Uncasville, CT—Mohegan Sun Casino (SOLD OUT)
February 28—Uncasville, CT—Mohegan Sun Casino (SOLD OUT)
April 19—Georgetown, TX—Two Step Inn
May 29—Panama City, FL—Gulf Coast Jam
July 19—Whitefish, MT—Under The Big Sky Festival

Keyside Deliver a Message of Redemption with New Single ‘Rock My Love’

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Liverpool four-piece Keyside release their latest single ‘Rock My Love’, a moving and melodic portrait of redemption through creativity. Drawing on real experiences and themes of addiction, hopelessness, and rebirth, the band pair their social realism with bright, soaring melodies that shimmer with optimism. Lead singer and songwriter Dani-Lee Parker channels personal history into poetic storytelling, explaining, “The character in the song has hit rock bottom, struggling with addiction and unemployed, but she finds a way to live again through a love of photography. It’s autobiographical in some ways as music has been a path to lead me away from being lost on dark roads.”

The release arrives as Keyside embark on their first major UK tour, following two years of rising momentum across small venues, festivals, and support slots. Their 13-date run begins November 13 at Glasgow’s Oran Mor, with sold-out shows already confirmed in Liverpool, London, Birmingham, and Bristol. Known for their lyrical honesty and heart-driven performances, Keyside have fast earned comparisons to The La’s and The Cure, blending vulnerability and power with every verse.

‘Rock My Love’ closes an impressive year that saw Keyside release their Michael (What’s Your Call?) EP, summer single If You Don’t Try, and appear at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Sound City, and on tour with The Wombats and Red Rum Club. Completed by Ben Cassidy, Max Gibson, and Oisin McAvoy, the band continue to build their reputation as one of Britain’s most vital new voices, finding light in struggle and connection in every lyric.

Tour Dates:
Thu 13 Nov – Glasgow, Oran Mor
Fri 14 Nov – Edinburgh, The Mash House
Sat 15 Nov – Leeds, Live at Leeds in the City
Tue 18 Nov – Newcastle-upon-Tyne, The Cluny 2 – SOLD OUT
Thu 20 Nov – Sheffield, Sidney & Matilda
Fri 21 Nov – Liverpool, O2 Academy – SOLD OUT
Wed 26 Nov – London, Camden Assembly – SOLD OUT
Thu 27 Nov – Manchester, Band on the Wall
Fri 28 Nov – Cardiff, Clwb Ifor Bach
Sat 29 Nov – Birmingham, The Sunflower Lounge – SOLD OUT
Mon 1 Dec – Bristol, The Louisiana – SOLD OUT
Tue 2 Dec – Southampton, The Joiners
Thu 4 Dec – Nottingham, The Bodega Social Club

Zach Bryan and the Jack Kerouac Estate Unite for Limited-Edition T-Shirt Collection Supporting New Cultural Center

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The Jack Kerouac Estate and multi-GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter Zach Bryan have come together for a special limited-edition T-shirt collection, with all net proceeds supporting the transformation of the historic Saint Jean Baptiste Church in Lowell, Massachusetts, into the future Jack Kerouac Center. The project celebrates two generations of storytellers bound by honesty, creativity, and a shared love for the open road. Each shirt blends Kerouac’s timeless imagery and words with Bryan’s spirit, including the “burn, burn, burn” motif connecting On the Road and Bryan’s own anthem “Burn, Burn, Burn.”

“Zach Bryan’s music reflects the same authenticity and emotional weight that sustains Kerouac’s writing,” said Jim Sampas, Literary Executor of the Jack Kerouac Estate. Sylvia Cunha, the Estate’s Director of Marketing and Business Development, added, “Zach has been directly involved in every step of this partnership, from concept development and shirt quality to visuals and the intent of each design. The goal was to create something true to him and Jack…a full circle moment bringing them together for a purpose.”

The shirts come in red, black, and vintage wash grey, featuring portraits, artwork, and Kerouac’s iconic words. Proceeds will fund the church’s transformation into a multidisciplinary hub featuring a museum and archive, music venue, recording studio, and community spaces for artists and educators. The Zach Bryan x Jack Kerouac Estate collection is available now at JackKerouac.com

Myles Lloyd Shares Stunning Visual for New Single ‘Grapevine’ Ahead of Upcoming Album

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Following the release of his magnetic new single “Grapevine” last week, rising R&B sensation Myles Lloyd unveils the official music video, directed by Toronto-based filmmaker Dan LeMoyne. Shot in grainy black and white, the video captures the song’s cool confidence with a raw, nostalgic edge.

Grapevine” offers a glimpse into Lloyd’s forthcoming album I’m Still Thinking (out November 21), a deeply introspective project that explores themes of anxiety, love, loss, and the restless mind. It’s a record rooted in honesty, vulnerability, and intentional artistry.



Hailing from Montreal, Myles Lloyd has carved a distinct space in R&B with his blend of emotional depth, pop precision, and timeless soul. His breakout hit “Drive Me Crazy” became a viral sensation, amassing over 21 million streams and earning a co-sign from K-pop powerhouses ENHYPEN, which helped the track chart in South Korea’s Top 200.

At just 27, Lloyd has steadily built his name through acclaimed projects like Goodbye (2019), Forever, Yours (2022), and WHAT MORE CAN I SAY? (2024), along with performances at Lollapalooza Berlin and Sol Blume. Already capturing the attention of tastemakers like Complex, PAPER, Teen Vogue, and Wonderland Magazine, Myles Lloyd is fast emerging as one of R&B’s most promising new voices. 

Departure Festival + Conference Returns to Toronto in May 2026

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– Following a hugely successful inaugural year, the Departure Festival + Conference from Loft Entertainment and Oak View Group (OVG) returns May 4-10, 2026. Early bird conference and priority passes are on sale now at departureto.com. Hotel X Toronto will serve as the central hub for Departure’s Conference programming, while the Festival will expand across multiple venues throughout the city.

Now entering its second year, Departure remains a vibrant intersection of creativity, where artists from all disciplines and stages of their careers come together to inspire one another and celebrate their craft. While staying true to its roots in music, Departure continues to broaden its reach within the arts by embracing a wider range of creative expressions, including film, technology, comedy and culture.

Departure’s curated artist showcases serve as a launchpad for emerging and established talent to connect with industry professionals, fostering collaboration and discovery. Artists will receive a unique opportunity to perform in a top Toronto venue, an invitation to the exclusive Opening Night Party, access to Departure’s leading industry conference, inclusion in a vibrant alumni network, and more artist-only experiences. Artist and volunteer applications are now open at departureto.com, where additional event details are also available.

As a testament to Departure’s commitment to supporting artists, Departure will waive application fees and offer honorariums.

Conference and Priority Passes are $499 and $999 respectively, with prices set to increase February 24. Additional pass types will be on sale in the coming months.

Media Accreditation is now open until April 17, 2026. Please fill out the form here to apply.

Departure’s 2026 guest lineup will be announced in the coming months. In its inaugural year the festival featured guests such as Bryan Adams, Matty Matheson, Dave Chappelle, Dallas Green (City and Colour), Jessie Reyez, Shaggy, Tegan & Sara, Fefe Dobson, Mustafa, Tia Wood, Harland Williams, and many more.

Gibson Unveils 1959 Humbucker Collector’s Edition Series 3

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Gibson introduces the Pickup Shop 1959 Humbucker Collector’s Edition Series 3, the brand’s most faithful recreation of its vintage “Patent Applied For” pickups to date. Limited to just 1,000 sets, this release features Murphy Lab aging, Double Vintage White butyrate bobbins, Alnico 3 roughcast long magnets, historically accurate nickel covers, and aged Cream M69 mounting rings, offering unmatched tone and authenticity.

Crafted in Nashville, Tennessee, each pickup set reflects nearly 90 years of Gibson innovation and craftsmanship. “With the 1959 Humbucker Collector’s Edition Series 3, we’ve pushed the boundaries of historical accuracy and tonal integrity even further,” says Jared Brandon, Gibson Pickup Product Manager. The set arrives in a premium Lifton case, with every metal part aged to perfection and serialized in true 1959 style. Available now at authorized Gibson dealers, Gibson Garage Nashville and London, and Gibson.com.

25 Facts About Cleto Escobedo III: The Saxophone Soul of Late Night

Cleto Escobedo III, the beloved saxophonist and bandleader for Jimmy Kimmel Live!, has passed away at 59. For over two decades, he brought groove, warmth, and friendship to late-night TV. A Las Vegas native, Cleto’s story was one of music, family, and laughter — lived with the same heart that filled his horn. Here are 25 amazing facts about the legendary musician.

  1. Cleto Valentine Escobedo III was born August 23, 1966, in Las Vegas.
  2. His father, Cleto Escobedo Jr., was also a saxophonist who played in the 1960s Vegas band Los Blues.
  3. His mother, Sylvia, encouraged him to pick up the saxophone at age 11.
  4. Cleto was an only child.
  5. He met Jimmy Kimmel when they were nine years old after Kimmel’s family moved across the street in Las Vegas.
  6. The two grew up watching Late Night with David Letterman, dreaming of doing something creative together.
  7. Before late night TV, Cleto toured with Paula Abdul on her Forever Your Girl world tour.
  8. He also performed with Philip Bailey of Earth, Wind & Fire.
  9. In the early 1990s, Cleto signed a solo record deal with Virgin Records.
  10. He later toured with Latin pop superstar Marc Anthony.
  11. When Kimmel landed his ABC show in 2003, he immediately called Cleto to lead the band.
  12. Cleto and his father both joined Jimmy Kimmel Live! from the very first episode.
  13. Their band, Cleto and the Cletones, co-wrote the show’s theme song with Kimmel’s brother, Jonathan.
  14. The band’s lineup included Toshi Yanagi, Jimmy Earl, Jeff Babko, Jonathan Dresel, and Cleto Jr.
  15. Kimmel once called Cleto “the best friend anyone could ever have.”
  16. Cleto’s father said playing on TV with his son felt like “seventh heaven.”
  17. Cleto called his bandmates “family,” saying they could communicate with just a look.
  18. He fought for fair pay for TV musicians when clips were streamed online.
  19. He appeared in commercials and TV soundtracks beyond the late-night stage.
  20. Cleto lived in Studio City, California, with his wife, Lori, and their children, Cruz and Jesse.
  21. He loved R&B, funk, and soul artists like Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway, and Grover Washington Jr.
  22. He credited his mentor Jerry Lopez from the Vegas band Santa Fe for teaching him how to lead.
  23. Cleto described his gig on Jimmy Kimmel Live! as “the best job a musician could ever have.”
  24. When he turned 50, Kimmel roasted and celebrated him on-air — “like an older brother, without getting arrested.”
  25. Cleto’s music and friendship will forever live in the heart of late-night television.

SEVENTEEN Celebrate 10 Years with Global Cinema Event ‘WORLD TOUR [NEW_] IN JAPAN: LIVE VIEWING’

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K-pop icons SEVENTEEN mark their milestone 10th anniversary with SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [NEW_] IN JAPAN: LIVE VIEWING, a special global cinema broadcast from the Vantelin Dome in Nagoya. The event, streaming live to theatres worldwide on November 29, will capture the group’s electrifying performances, reimagined choreography, and solo moments that have defined their acclaimed NEW_ world tour. Fans can look forward to hits like “HOT,” “Darl+ing,” and “Rock with you,” as well as new favorites such as “Bad Influence” (produced by Pharrell Williams) and “THUNDER.” Tickets are available now at svtnewtour.com.

Produced by HYBE and PLEDIS Entertainment and distributed by Trafalgar Releasing, the cinema event showcases all 13 members—S.COUPS, JEONGHAN, JOSHUA, JUN, HOSHI, WONWOO, WOOZI, THE 8, MINGYU, DK, SEUNGKWAN, VERNON, and DINO—at the height of their artistry. The concert supports their fifth studio album HAPPY BURSTDAY, which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, and follows a year of remarkable achievements including Glastonbury and Lollapalooza Berlin performances, UNESCO ambassadorship, and record-breaking sales. With encore screenings scheduled in select territories on November 30, this cinematic celebration invites CARATs everywhere to join the moment and relive SEVENTEEN’s decade of unity, creativity, and global impact.

Roddy Bottum Chronicles a Wild Era with Poetic Power in Memoir ‘The Royal We’

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THE ROYAL WE is a poetic survey of a time set in a magical city that once was and is no more. It is a memoir written by Roddy Bottum, a musician and artist, that documents his coming of age and out of the closet in 1980s San Francisco, a charged era of bicycle messengers, punk rock, street witches, wheatgrass, and rebellion. The book follows his travels from Los Angeles, growing up gay with no role models, to San Francisco, where he formed Faith No More and went on to tour the world relentlessly, surviving heroin addiction and the plight of AIDS, to become a queer icon.

The book is an elevated wallop of tongue and insight, much more than a tell-all. There are personal encounters with public figures like Kurt and Courtney and Guns N’ Roses, and recaps of gold records and arena rock—but it’s the testimonies of tragedy and addiction and preposterous life-spins that make this work so unique and intriguing. Bottum writes about his dark and harrowing past in a clear-eyed voice that is utterly devoid of self-pity, and his emboldened and confident pronouncements of achievement and unorthodox heroism flow in an unstoppable train that’s both captivating and inspirational.

Use Grok Imagine v0.9 Free Online to Boost Content Creation at GrokImagineAI.com

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By Mitch Rice

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