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Venamoris Return with Haunting Holiday Single “Dreaming of You”

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Venamoris Return with Haunting Holiday Single “Dreaming of You”

Venamoris, the darkly romantic duo of Paula and Dave Lombardo, return with their latest holiday release “Dreaming of You,” continuing what has become their annual festive tradition. “What began as a one-time spark has become an annual ritual,” Paula Lombardo shares. “‘Dreaming of You’ drifts in as our fourth unexpected holiday song, a wintry dreamscape about longing, connection, and the ghosts that live inside a melody.” The track unfolds like a cinematic reverie, intertwining beauty and melancholy in the way only Venamoris can, blurring the line between love song and haunting lullaby.

The single follows their acclaimed debut album ‘To Cross or To Burn,’ released earlier this year via Ipecac Recordings. That record showcased singles like “In The Shadows,” “Truth,” and “Spiderweb,” plus a stirring cover of the Scorpions’ “Animal Magnetism” featuring Gary Holt. Lauded by Kerrang! as “beguiling” and praised by Treble Zine for its “dark jazz” and “exotica” influences, the album cemented Venamoris as one of the most compelling acts in experimental rock. “Dreaming of You” arrives as their second post-album release, following May’s “Contrapasso,” and reaffirms their gift for crafting music that feels both intimate and otherworldly, the perfect winter haunt.

Sugarcane Hangover Revives the Spirit of Rock with Blazing New Single “1985 (The Revelation)”

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Sugarcane Hangover Revives the Spirit of Rock with Blazing New Single “1985 (The Revelation)”

Sugarcane Hangover explodes onto the scene with “1985 (The Revelation),” a fierce, neon-drenched anthem that reignites the power and passion of rock’s golden era. Blending roaring guitars, thunderous drums, and vocals that cut straight to the core, the Norwegian rockers deliver a sound that’s both nostalgic and new. The track is a high-voltage throwback to the decade when rebellion ruled the airwaves and rock was untamed, capturing that intoxicating rush of living loud, fast, and free. Every riff and lyric pulses with raw emotion, turning memory into momentum and celebrating the eternal fire of real rock.

With “1985 (The Revelation),” Sugarcane Hangover prove that the spirit of rock is unbreakable. Hailing from Norway’s hard rock scene, the band seamlessly fuses the grit of ’80s sleaze with a punk edge, building a sound that’s equal parts danger and delight. Their unstoppable energy has taken them from hometown clubs to stages around the world, including unforgettable shows at Whisky a Go Go in Hollywood and Gaukurinn in Reykjavik. As the new single storms streaming platforms everywhere, Sugarcane Hangover remind listeners that rock doesn’t age — it just keeps getting louder.

Yes Announce Massive ‘Tales from Topographic Oceans’ Super Deluxe Edition Featuring 12 CDs, 2 LPs, and a Blu-ray

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Yes Announce Massive ‘Tales from Topographic Oceans’ Super Deluxe Edition Featuring 12 CDs, 2 LPs, and a Blu-ray

One of the most ambitious albums in rock history, Yes’ monumental ‘Tales from Topographic Oceans’ will return on February 6, 2026, as a massive Super Deluxe Edition from Rhino. The collection spans 12 CDs, 2 LPs, and a Blu-ray, featuring a newly remastered version of the original 1973 double album, previously unreleased live and studio recordings, and fresh remixes by Steven Wilson — including a Dolby Atmos mix. The box reveals the full depth of Yes’ four-part prog masterpiece, expanding on its spiritual and sonic journey with new layers of detail and historical insight.

Rhino.com will offer an exclusive bundle with a 12-inch lithograph signed and numbered by Roger Dean, limited to 500 copies. Fans can get an early taste of the remaster with the newly released digital single edit of “The Revealing Science Of God (Dance Of The Dawn),” a stunning preview of what’s to come.

Inspired by a footnote in Paramahansa Yogananda’s Autobiography of a Yogi, Jon Anderson envisioned a four-part musical interpretation of Hindu scriptures. That vision became four sweeping, side-long compositions: “The Revealing Science Of God (Dance of the Dawn),” “The Remembering (High the Memory),” “The Ancient (Giants Under the Sun),” and “Ritual (Nous Sommes du Soleil).” Recorded at London’s Morgan Studios with producer Eddy Offord, Yes made history using the U.K.’s first 24-track console. Upon release, the double album topped the U.K. charts, hit #6 in the U.S., and achieved Gold certification.

The Super Deluxe Edition dives even deeper into Yes’ universe, featuring in-progress versions of each epic track, rare single edits, and a wealth of unreleased live recordings from the 1973–1974 ‘Tales’ tour, including standout performances from Zürich, Manchester, and Cardiff. Together, these recordings illuminate the creative and spiritual daring behind one of progressive rock’s most defining works.

Track Listing:

CD 1: Original Album Remastered

  1. The Revealing Science Of God (Dance Of The Dawn)
  2. The Remembering (High The Memory)

CD 2: Original Album Remastered

  1. The Ancient (Giants Under The Sun)
  2. Ritual (Nous Sommes du Soleil)

CD 3: Steven Wilson 2026 Remixes

  1. The Revealing Science Of God (Dance Of The Dawn)
  2. The Remembering (High The Memory)

CD 4: Steven Wilson 2026 Remixes

  1. The Ancient (Giants Under The Sun)
  2. Ritual (Nous Sommes du Soleil)

CD 5: Steven Wilson 2026 Instrumental Mixes

  1. The Revealing Science Of God (Dance Of The Dawn)
  2. The Remembering (High The Memory)

CD 6: Steven Wilson 2026 Instrumental Mixes

  1. The Ancient (Giants Under The Sun)
  2. Ritual (Nous Sommes du Soleil)

CD 7–9: Rarities & In-Progress Versions
Includes multiple single edits and previously unreleased versions of all four album tracks, revealing the evolution of the recordings.

CD 10–12: Live 1973–1974
Features previously unreleased performances from Manchester, Cardiff, and Zürich, including “And You And I,” “Close To The Edge,” and complete live renditions of the ‘Tales’ suite.

Blu-ray:

  • 2026 Dolby Atmos Mix
  • 2026 5.1 Mix DTS-HD MA
  • 2026 Stereo Remix
  • 2026 Stereo Remaster
  • 2026 Instrumental Mix

Ollie Cook Signs to Hand In Hive and Shares Infectious New Single “Home Video”

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Ollie Cook Signs to Hand In Hive and Shares Infectious New Single “Home Video”

Rising singer-songwriter Ollie Cook has officially signed to London tastemaker label Hand In Hive (home to Divorce, TV Priest, and Wyldest) and shared his shimmering new single “Home Video,” out now. Performing with his band, The Hogwash, Cook describes his sound as “Brumicana Dad Rock,” pairing heartfelt alt-country storytelling with slacker-rock energy. Recorded in makeshift studios and free-to-use booths around his university campus, the track captures the raw spirit of DIY creativity and the charm that has made Cook one of the UK’s most exciting new names.

On “Home Video,” Cook blends witty, reflective lyrics with crunchy guitars and a propulsive rhythm section, topped off by a front-and-center solo that channels the warmth of 90s rock. Its nostalgic video expands that aesthetic, drawing influence from Pavement and Sparklehorse while carving out a lane entirely his own. “‘Home Video’ is about old memories, old bands and what not to feel or do as time passes us by,” says Cook. “It’s somewhat of a stepping off point for the attached, pushing ourselves into the future, unforgivably.” With more live shows and new music on the horizon for 2026, Ollie Cook is fast becoming a fresh and fearless voice in the new wave of British Americana-infused indie.

Resorts World Las Vegas Saddles Up for Rodeo World with Tracy Lawrence, Riley Green, and More

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Resorts World Las Vegas Saddles Up for Rodeo World with Tracy Lawrence, Riley Green, and More

The Wild West rides again on The Strip as Resorts World Las Vegas hosts Rodeo World, a ten-day celebration of rodeo culture and country entertainment from December 4–13, 2025. Coinciding with the 67th National Finals Rodeo, the resort will transform into a western wonderland filled with bullfights, concerts, viewing parties, sponsor activations, and fan meet-and-greets. Presented by Teton Ridge and Rock & Roll Denim, the event promises something for everyone—21+ guests can join nightly viewing parties at Zouk Nightclub, while RedTail offers an all-ages experience at the Rodeo Vegas Ranch. After each rodeo, the party continues with ten nights of free live music, country performances, and high-energy DJ sets.

The entertainment lineup is packed with star power. Country legend Tracy Lawrence will headline the Resorts World Theatre on Friday, December 5, joined by Easton Corbin and Dalton Davis for a night of pure honky-tonk heat. Riley Green takes the same stage for back-to-back shows on December 12 and 13, delivering his signature blend of grit and heart. Over at Zouk Nightclub, Kaskade will spin on December 5, with T-Pain taking over the decks on December 12. Nightly after-parties at the Wrangler Dawg House and RedTail will keep the festivities alive until the early hours. From rodeo thrills to country chills, Rodeo World 2025 is the can’t-miss event where Las Vegas meets the spirit of the West.

Red Vinter Unleash Crushing New Music Video “Still Beating” from Debut Album ‘Lumbering Menace’

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Red Vinter Unleash Crushing New Music Video “Still Beating” from Debut Album ‘Lumbering Menace’

St. Paul’s doom/death metal juggernaut Red Vinter return with their brutal new music video “Still Beating,” taken from their debut album ‘Lumbering Menace.’ The clip delivers a visceral fusion of crushing riffs, haunting imagery, and raw emotion that defines the band’s heavy, uncompromising sound. “’Still Beating’ is one of the most visceral tracks we’ve ever recorded — it’s about survival when everything around you says give up,” says bassist and vocalist Mike Bullock. “The visuals hit just as hard as the song itself.”

With their next album ‘Kill The Sun’ already in progress, Red Vinter are gearing up for an unstoppable run. Their fall schedule includes a September gig with Northern Hammer at Mankato’s Kato Ballroom, an October support slot for VolsungaSaga’s record release show, and a spring return to Minnesota’s premier doom and sludge event, Sinkfest II. Featuring Mike Bullock, J LeBrasseur, Dylan Jones, and James Achilles, Red Vinter are proving that the heart of doom metal in the Midwest is very much “Still Beating.”

Rosalía to Make Her ‘Tonight Show’ Performance Debut After Sunday Night Football

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Rosalía to Make Her ‘Tonight Show’ Performance Debut After Sunday Night Football

Global superstar Rosalía will make her highly anticipated debut performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Sunday, November 16. The special post-Sunday Night Football broadcast will include a sit-down interview and Rosalía’s first live performance from her upcoming fourth studio album ‘Lux’, arriving November 7. The episode will also feature guest DJ Khaled and will air immediately following local news coverage after the Detroit Lions vs. Philadelphia Eagles game on NBC and Peacock.

Following Rosalía’s appearance, The Tonight Show will return for one more post-football special on December 7 after the Houston Texans face the Kansas City Chiefs. Produced by Universal Television and Broadway Video, and executive produced by Lorne Michaels, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon continues to lead late-night programming from Studio 6B at 30 Rockefeller Center. The show airs weeknights at 11:35 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and streams the next day on Peacock.

Everly Lux Unveils New Single “Three-Legged Dog” Ahead of Upcoming LP

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Everly Lux Unveils New Single “Three-Legged Dog” Ahead of Upcoming LP

Montreal-based experimental folk-pop artist Everly Lux returns November 10 with her new single “Three-Legged Dog,” a lo-fi folk song that blends poetic introspection with the grit of classic jamspace rock and available for pre-save here. Inspired by the dusty warmth of Elliott Smith and Beck, as well as Duster’s Clay Parton, the track captures both the intimacy and wanderlust of Lux’s evolving sound. “Three-Legged Dog is the rock anthem of Everly Lux,” she says. “It was a way for me to show my dusty jamspace roots and my vagabond essence, allowing my classical guitar to pass as a travelling acoustic guitar for the campfire.”

The song’s origin traces back to a zine launch in a Montreal backyard, one of those grassroots art gatherings that celebrate community and creation. “The yard was packed with young artists of all kinds,” Lux recalls. “It felt as if my gaze had changed — as if my view on the world morphed. I was changing, as a woman, lover and singer, and it was all in front of my eyes. It felt both sublime and whimsical, reminding me of Herman Hesse’s Steppenwolf and his journey into a magical old city. I noticed a three-legged dog lying on the ground. The dog contributed to the dream-like character of the scene.”

“Three-Legged Dog” also marks the rekindling of Lux’s creative partnership with Montreal songwriter André Charles Thériault of the band Laughing. “I originally met Andre when I was 20 years old,” she says. “Andre became my idol over the years, as I have been completely in love with his simple yet devastating poetry and unique folk sound.” Their reunion, after years apart, has reignited Lux’s artistic energy and deepened her connection to the Montreal scene.

The Style Council Celebrate 40 Years of ‘Café Bleu’ with Massive Special Edition

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The Style Council Celebrate 40 Years of ‘Café Bleu’ with Massive Special Edition

When Paul Weller dissolved The Jam at the height of their fame in 1982, it was a shock to the British music scene. But that bold act of reinvention gave rise to The Style Council, a genre-blending project that redefined pop sophistication. Their debut album ‘Café Bleu’ arrived in 1984 as a mix of jazz, soul, and pop that sounded like nothing else at the time—an artistic statement and a complete reimagining of what British pop could be.

Now, forty years later, ‘Café Bleu’ is being celebrated with a sprawling 6-CD and 3-LP Special Edition, available January 30, 2026, on Universal Music Recordings and pre-order is happening here. The release is a treasure chest for fans, featuring unreleased demos, alternate takes, B-sides, live sessions, and BBC performances. From early versions of “Long Hot Summer” and “The Paris Match” featuring Tracey Thorn, to rare outtakes like “Boy Hairdresser” and new extended club mixes, this collection captures The Style Council at their creative peak. Broadcaster Gary Crowley contributes brand-new sleevenotes, offering deep insight into Weller’s most daring era.

Full Track Listing:

CD1 – Introducing Expanded
1 Speak Like A Child
2 Party Chambers
3 Money-Go-Round (Parts 1&2) (original 12 inch version)
4 Headstart For Happiness (early version)
5 Mick’s Up
6 Long Hot Summer (extended version)
7 The Paris Match (early version)
8 Party Chambers (instrumental)
9 Le Depart
10 A Solid Bond In Your Heart
11 It Just Came To Pieces In My Hands
12 My Ever Changing Moods (long version)
13 Spring, Summer, Autumn
14 Mick’s Company
15 Money-Go-Round (Parts 1&2) (Bert Bevans remix/club mix)
16 Long Hot Summer (club mix aka 12″ mix)

CD2 – Original Album
1 Mick’s Blessings
2 The Whole Point Of No Return
3 Me Ship Came In!
4 Blue Café
5 The Paris Match
6 My Ever Changing Moods
7 Dropping Bombs On The Whitehouse
8 A Gospel
9 Strength Of Your Nature
10 You’re The Best Thing
11 Here’s One That Got Away
12 Headstart For Happiness
13 Council Meetin’

CD3 – Singles, B-sides, and Remixes
1 You’re The Best Thing (7″ version)
2 You’re The Dub Thing
3 The Big Boss Groove (12″ version)
4 Money Go Round (Dance mix)
5 Long Hot Summer (Don’t Matter What I Do) (7″ single)
6 A Solid Bond In Your Heart (instrumental)
7 My Ever Changing Moods (7″ version)

CD4 – Demos, Outtakes, and Alternate Versions
1 Long Hot Summer (pre TSC demo)
2 Party Chambers (alternate version)
3 Up For Grabs (demo)
4 Take It To The Top (demo)
5 Mick’s Demo
6 Funk Interlude
7 The Big Boss Groove
8 Summertime Song
9 The Paris Match (with Tracey Thorn) (long version)
10 Come Away With Me (demo)
11 Me Ship Came In! (alternate version)
12 Dropping Bombs on The White House (alternate version)
13 That One In D’ Minor (demo)
14 Boy Hairdresser
15 A Gospel (alternate instrumental version)
16 A Gospel (outtake)
17 Mick’s Company
18 I’m In The Mood For Gazza

CD5 & CD6 – BBC Sessions & Live Performances

  • BBC Radio 1 Session (May 1983)
  • Saturday Live Session (Dec 1983)
  • Live at Gold Diggers, Cheltenham (Mar 1984)
  • Live at the Dominion Theatre, London (Mar 1984)

3LP Vinyl Edition
Includes selections from the expanded edition, original album, remixes, demos, and BBC live recordings, spread across six sides. Highlights include “Speak Like A Child,” “Long Hot Summer,” “My Ever Changing Moods,” and “The Big Boss Groove.”

Country Outlaw Dalton Davis Drops Music Video for “Cows In The Front Yard”

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Country Outlaw Dalton Davis Drops Music Video for “Cows In The Front Yard”

North Carolina’s own Dalton Davis unleashes the official music video for his latest single “Cows In The Front Yard,” directed by Ben Christensen, known for his work with Zara and Harley Davidson. Released through MCA/Republic Records, the video captures Dalton’s rebellious spirit and authentic Southern storytelling. “I always love working with Ben Christensen. He is able to bring my wild visions to life even better than I can imagine them myself,” says Dalton. “I’m over the moon with what we were able to do with the ‘Cows In The Front Yard’ video and can’t wait for my mama and everyone else to see it.”

Following the audio release, Dalton’s signing to MCA/Republic Records made headlines in Billboard and earned praise from outlets like Holler, Country Central, Mundane, and Country Swag. The single quickly found a home on major playlists including Amazon’s Breakthrough Country, Spotify’s Next In Nashville, and Apple Music’s Country Risers. With its blend of outlaw grit and soulful storytelling, “Cows In The Front Yard” cements Dalton as one of country’s most exciting new voices.

Born in Gastonia, North Carolina, Dalton’s life story is as textured as his sound. Raised in rural America, adopted by touring gospel artists, and mentored by hip-hop engineers, he’s built a style that bridges raw tradition with modern energy. Having shared the stage with country heavyweights like Brantley Gilbert, Ashley McBryde, and Dwight Yoakam, Dalton is now carving his own lane in Nashville. “Cows In The Front Yard” isn’t just a song—it’s a declaration that country music’s future is as wild, soulful, and genuine as its past.

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