Fan favorite Gem & Jam Festival returns February 6 through 8, 2026, bringing its three-day blend of music, art, performance, and gem and mineral culture back to the Pima County Fairgrounds in the Sonoran Desert. The 17th annual edition arrives with a major new partnership alongside Relentless Beats, a move that expands the festival’s reach and sharpens its already distinct identity. Festival co-producer Josh Pollack describes the return as a renewed chapter, pairing long-standing community roots with elevated production and programming.
The 2026 lineup spans more than 50 artists across electronic, jam, funk, bass, and experimental worlds, including CloZee, Tycho, G Jones b2b EPROM, TroyBoi, Sunsquabi, Tauk, Yak Attack, and several rare collaborative performances. Set across 640 acres just south of Tucson, the festival experience stretches beyond the stages with late-night sets, immersive visuals, custom stage designs, artist galleries, live painting, workshops, and expansive gem and mineral exhibits. With its desert setting and genre-crossing lineup, Gem & Jam’s return signals a full-scale revival built on creativity, community, and shared discovery.
Sony Music Nashville artist Kat Luna has released her new single “Back To You,” sharing the song in both an English version and a bilingual English Spanish edition. Produced by Nathan Chapman, the track was written with Sara Bares, Billy Dawson, and Emmi Elliot, with Erika Ender contributing to the Spanglish version. Built around reflection and self-recovery, the song looks back to childhood confidence and curiosity, tracing the desire to reconnect with that earlier sense of self after years of pressure and expectation.
The release continues a defining chapter for Luna, who recently made her Grand Ole Opry debut and earned a spot in the CMT Next Women of Country Class of 2025. Formerly one half of Kat and Alex, Luna’s solo work centers clarity, identity, and lived experience, shaped by her upbringing as the daughter of first-generation Cuban immigrants and a musical foundation that stretched from Toby Keith to Celia Cruz. “Back To You” stands as a personal statement and a steady step forward, grounding her next phase in honesty, heritage, and renewed confidence.
Music at World’s End by Árni Heimir Ingólfsson is out now, offering the first in-depth study of three musicians who escaped Nazi Germany and Austria and reshaped Iceland’s musical life. Set in the 1930s, when classical music in Iceland was only beginning to take root, the book follows Robert Abraham, Heinz Edelstein, and Victor Urbancic as they found refuge in a country with strict immigration policies and little familiarity with Jewish culture. Their arrival coincided with a pivotal moment, and their presence quickly altered the direction of Iceland’s developing music scene.
Ingólfsson traces their formative years, forced exile, and the complex realities of building new lives as conductors, performers, teachers, and scholars. Drawing on detailed research, the book shows how their work helped establish professional standards and long-term infrastructure for classical music in Iceland. Music At World’s End stands as a focused and compelling case study of musical exile, documenting how displacement and resilience shaped a national culture during a defining historical moment.
Walsall duo Big Special continue their uncompromising run with the release of “PLAINTIVE NATIVE,” a thunderous new single following the surprise arrival of their second album ‘NATIONAL AVERAGE.’ via SO Recordings. Frontman Joe Hicklin frames the song around political unease and moral exhaustion, capturing the confusion of trying to hold onto conviction amid constant noise, pressure, and uncertainty. The track hits with weight and urgency, pairing brute force with emotional clarity in a way that has quickly become the band’s calling card.
Big Special’s ascent has been swift and unmistakable, moving from a debut London headline show at Dublin Castle to commanding the O2 Forum Kentish Town in under two years. Built on a long-standing friendship between Hicklin and Callum Moloney, the band channel grit, dark humor, and lived experience into songs that confront success and struggle side by side. With widespread support across UK press and radio, ‘NATIONAL AVERAGE.’ documents that collision honestly, and “PLAINTIVE NATIVE” stands as one of its most direct and forceful statements yet.
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Christopher Cross has unveiled ‘All Right The Worldwide Singles 1980 1988,’ the first-ever collection bringing together every domestic and international A-side from his defining first decade. Out now via Omnivore Recordings and Seeker Music, the set presents the songs as they were originally heard on radio, complete with single edits and remixes. The double-LP features 20 A-sides on translucent pink and green vinyl, while the double-CD adds 11 B-sides, with a digital edition expanding the tracklist to 30 songs, including several previously unavailable on streaming platforms.
Spanning era-defining hits like “Ride Like The Wind,” “Sailing,” “Arthur’s Theme Best That You Can Do,” “All Right,” and “Think Of Laura,” the collection traces Cross’ run of chart dominance, landmark awards, and cultural saturation across film, television, and radio. Produced by Cheryl Pawelski and Brad Rosenberger and remastered by Michael Graves, the set is rounded out with liner notes by Garrett Price, director of HBO’s Yacht Rock A Dockumentary. ‘All Right The Worldwide Singles 1980 1988’ captures a whirlwind stretch of melodic craft, studio precision, and songwriting clarity that left a permanent mark on pop music.
All Right: The Worldwide Singles 1980-1988 Tracklist: 1. Ride Like The Wind * 2. Sailing 3. Never Be The Same * 4. Mary Ann 5. Say You’ll Be Mine 6. Arthur’s Theme (Best That You Can Do) 7. All Right * 8. No time For Talk 9. Deal ‘Em Again 10. Think Of Laura 11. A Chance For Heaven (Swimming Theme From The Official Music Of The XXIIIRD Olympiad Los Angeles 1984) 12. Talking In My Sleep 13. Charm The Snake * 14. That Girl 15. Every Turn Of The World 16. Love Is Love (In Any Language) * 17. Loving Strangers (David’s Theme From Nothing In Common) * 18. Someday 19. I Will (Take You Forever) [Duet with Frances Ruffelle] * 20. Swept AWay (Fade)
CD-Only B-Sides 1. Minstrel Gigolo * 2. Poor Shirley 3. The Light Is On 4. Spinning 5. Long World 6. Words Of Wisdom 7. Baby Says No 8. Open Your Heart 9. Love Found A Home 10. Just One Look 11. Alibi
Cell phones are everything in Chile. They use them to pay bills, surf the web, work, and, of course, seek entertainment.
That’s precisely why casinos and sports betting have found their main playing field in the palm of our hands. Top-tier casino operator GGbet Chile understands this perfectly, so they’ve responded with apps that put all the action just a couple of taps away.
Let’s see how to get the most out of their mobile offering, from the very first minute to your first bet.
What is the GGBet app?
Don’t think of the GGbet app as a simplified version. It’s the full platform, but redesigned to work perfectly on your phone screen.
It combines the best of both worlds. You get a powerful sports betting section and a mobile casino with a well-stocked catalog.
The main difference between the app and the desktop version is in the interface, which was designed for finger navigation, and in the freedom to play wherever you are.
And for everyone’s peace of mind in Chile, it’s good to know that GGBet operates under an international license from Curacao, which ensures a regulated gaming environment.
Now, here are the steps to install the app and get started with this operator.
#1 Register with GGBet from Chile
Creating your GGbet casino account from your mobile phone is a quick process that will take no more than two minutes.
It is important that you provide a valid email address and phone number to avoid any problems later when verifying your identity or, more importantly, when you want to withdraw your winnings.
The process is very simple:
Go to the GGBet casino website from your mobile browser or open the app if you have already downloaded it.
Look for the orange button that says “Register” and click on it.
Fill out the form with your email address, create a secure password, and select CLP as your currency.
Confirm your account using the link that GGBet will send to your email or the code that will be sent to your cell phone via SMS.
If you want to speed up the process, you can register with GGBet using your Google, Apple, or Steam accounts. That way, you don’t have to enter each piece of information manually.
Then, as with any reputable operator, you will be asked to complete identity verification (known as KYC). Normally, this only requires you to send a photo of your ID card. It is a standard and necessary security step.
#2 Download and install the GGbet App on your device
With registration complete, it’s now time to install the app. The method varies slightly depending on whether you use Android or iPhone, but the golden rule is the same: the process is completely secure as long as you do it from the official website.
For Android users
First, go to the GGBet website from your mobile browser.
Scroll to the bottom of the page and press the button that says “Play Store.”
This will take you to another page. There, press the orange button to start downloading the installation file. If you want, you can scan the QR code on the page to start the download.
When the download is complete, open the file. You will find it in your notification bar or in your downloads folder.
Your mobile phone will ask you if you want to install an app from an “unknown source.” Tap “Accept.”
Confirm the installation, and you’re done.
For iOS users
Go to the GGBet website from your iPhone.
Scroll to the bottom of the page and tap the download button for iOS.
You will be automatically redirected to the App Store.
From there, just press “Get” and the installation will proceed as with any other application.
They advise you never to download the GGBet mobile app from third-party websites. To protect yourself, only use the links provided on the official website.
#3 Make a secure deposit from your cell phone
Once inside the casino app, you need to top up your balance. Just press the green button with the “+” symbol at the top of the screen. This will take you straight to the cashier.
To deposit funds, GGBet has integrated the payment methods most commonly used in Chile:
Webpay.
Mach.
Redcompra.
Khipu.
Credit cards.
Transfers.
E-wallets such as Skrill and Neteller.
Cryptocurrencies.
Of course, the minimum deposit may vary depending on the method you use, but if you want to activate the welcome bonus, keep in mind that your first deposit must be at least CLP 7,000.
It is also a good idea to avoid making deposits while connected to public Wi-Fi networks. Airports, universities, cafes, and malls are not the safest places to handle financial information. It is better to use your data plan or a private network that you know.
#4 Choose a casino game to get started
With funds in your account, it’s time for the best part. To dive right into the games on offer, just tap the “Casino” tab in the app’s main menu.
You’ll instantly see how the interface adjusts to your phone screen and clearly displays the main categories.
At this point, you can use the filters to get straight to the point. You can select “Popular” and see the most played titles on GGBet Chile, go to “Card Games” if blackjack is your thing, or enter the “Live Casino” section to play with real dealers.
A very useful tip, especially if you’re just starting out: take advantage of the demo mode. Almost all online games at GGBet, except for live games, have an option to play for free. This is ideal for understanding the rules and mechanics of a game without risking a penny of your own money.
#5 Place your first sports bet
Now, if sports are your thing, the process is just as simple. To access the sports section, simply select the “Betting” tab in the menu.
There you will see all the different sports available. There is everything from the Chilean First Division and the major European leagues to a huge catalog of eSports, combat sports, tennis, and American leagues.
When you find the match you’re looking for, click on the odds for the outcome you want to bet on (for example, the home team to win or there to be over 2.5 goals). Your selection will be automatically added to the betting slip, which usually appears at the bottom of the screen.
Once on the slip, all you have to do is enter the amount you want to bet. Finally, press the “Place Bet” button and your bet will be confirmed instantly.
Australian singer-songwriter Jack Carty has released his new single “Pollyanna,” continuing a steady run defined by sharp observation and grounded storytelling. Written as a response to the constant churn of modern life, the song centers on choosing forward motion when everything feels loud and unrelenting. Built and produced entirely in Carty’s home studio, the track layers guitar, vocals, drums, bass, and piano into a measured, focused arrangement that lets the lyric stay front and center.
Across more than a decade of releases, six albums, and two EPs, Carty has carved out a reputation as one of Australia’s most consistent independent voices. His recent run includes international touring and sharing stages with artists like Josh Pyke and Justin Townes Earle, along with supporting Katie Noonan on her Grace theatre tour celebrating Jeff Buckley. “Pollyanna” offers a concise snapshot of where Carty stands now, thoughtful, resilient, and attentive to the details that define everyday endurance.
Bay Area underground fixture Joel Cusumano steps into the spotlight with his debut solo LP ‘WAXWORLD,’ out now via Dandy Boy Records, alongside a new video for standout track “Mary Katharine.” Long known for his work in bands like Sob Stories, R.E. Seraphin, and Body Double, Cusumano channels years of scene-shaping experience into a record that snaps with immediacy, melody, and sharp guitar pop instincts. The album moves fluidly through bubblegum hooks, post-punk tension, slacker rock looseness, and straight-shot power pop, all tied together by concise songwriting and a strong melodic spine.
Written during a period of personal upheaval and reorientation, ‘WAXWORLD’ pairs heavy subject matter with bright, inviting sound. Songs like “Another Time, Another Place,” “Death-Wax Girl,” and “Caesar” balance wit and unease, folding classical and gnostic imagery into everyday disconnection and cultural overload. Cusumano’s vocals hover between detachment and sincerity, grounding the record’s shifting perspectives. Inspired by wax anatomical models and their tension between realism and illusion, ‘WAXWORLD’ captures that same push and pull, delivering a record that is catchy on contact and increasingly revealing with each return.
Multi-talented musician Matt Cruz introduces his upcoming EP with the release of “The One,” a lively, guitar-forward track that taps into the melodic spirit of early-90s alternative rock while asserting its own identity. Built on high-energy guitar, bass, and drums, the song moves with momentum and clarity, anchored by a driving groove and a memorable lyric that leans into steadiness and forward motion. Bright riffs, a tight rhythm section, and a concise guitar solo give the track lift and color, showcasing Cruz’s growing command as both a songwriter and instrumentalist. “The One” arrives with confidence, capturing movement, growth, and a clear sense of musical direction as he opens the door to what comes next.
Rock veterans Saliva reunite with Austin John Winkler on their new single “Too Broke To Fix,” released via Judge & Jury Records following a recent run of live dates together. Built around a driving guitar riff and dual vocal attack, the track tackles themes of mental strain, identity, and inner conflict with directness and grit. Bobby Amaru and Winkler trade intensity and vulnerability, creating a performance that thrives on tension and emotional weight without pulling punches.
The collaboration lands as another defining moment in Saliva’s modern era, balancing their blue-collar hard rock foundation with renewed urgency. Winkler’s unmistakable voice adds sharp contrast and familiarity, while Amaru anchors the song with conviction shaped by years at the helm of the band. With a catalog that spans double-platinum highs, charting singles, and continued evolution, “Too Broke To Fix” stands as a focused statement that keeps Saliva’s fire burning forward while honoring the legacy and brotherhood that continue to surround the band.
