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Big Boogie Unleashes ‘Pain on Paper 4’ Featuring DJ Drama and Lil Jon

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Big Boogie Unleashes ‘Pain on Paper 4’ Featuring DJ Drama and Lil Jon

Memphis powerhouse Big Boogie returns in full force with his new album ‘Pain on Paper 4,’ out now via CMG The Label and Interscope Records. The 15-track project showcases every side of the rapper’s persona—gritty street narratives, explosive club bangers, and moments of vulnerable reflection. Boogie’s booming voice and charismatic delivery fuel the record’s intensity, while production from J. White Did It and guest spots from DJ Drama and Lil Jon amplify its range. The album’s standout single “Back Da F**k Up” featuring DJ Drama arrives with a cinematic video, highlighting Boogie’s balance of ferocity and finesse. “Whoever against me gon’ get blitzed,” he warns, before showing his heart: “I do it with love, just pay me respect.”

‘Pain on Paper 4’ continues a hot streak that’s seen Big Boogie evolve from mixtape staple to national star. His hit “Toot It Up,” praised by Billboard and The Source as a club-ready anthem, follows the Platinum-certified “Pop Out” and “BOP” featuring GloRilla—performances that have cemented his place among rap’s most dynamic voices. The album artwork, depicting Boogie painting portraits of loved ones lost, underscores its emotional depth. It’s not just another project—it’s his story, raw and unfiltered. With ‘Pain on Paper 4,’ Big Boogie solidifies his legacy as both a hitmaker and a truth-teller, blending swagger with soul in a way only he can.

Poison Ruin Bring Grit and Glory to Their Live KEXP Session

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Poison Ruin Bring Grit and Glory to Their Live KEXP Session

Philadelphia post-punk outfit Poison Ruin stormed the KEXP studio for a blistering live performance recorded on September 5, 2025. Hosted by West Keller, the session captures the band’s raw energy and medieval punk ethos across tracks like “Execute,” “Resurrection II,” “Härvest,” “Sanctuary,” and “Doppelgänger.” With Daniel “Mac” Kennedy on guitar and vocals, Will McAndrew on bass and vocals, Nao Demand on guitar, and Allen Chapman on drums, the quartet deliver a performance that’s both punishing and poetic—a reminder of why Poison Ruin stand at the forefront of underground rock’s most defiant wave.

Nickelback Documentary ‘Hate to Love: The Nickelback Story’ Arrives on Blu-ray January 16

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Nickelback Documentary ‘Hate to Love: The Nickelback Story’ Arrives on Blu-ray January 16

The acclaimed Nickelback documentary ‘Hate to Love: The Nickelback Story’ is set for Blu-ray release on January 16 via Bit Bot Media. Directed by Leigh Brooks, the film offers an unflinching look at the Canadian rock band’s meteoric rise, global success, and the cultural backlash that made them one of the most polarizing yet enduring acts in modern music. Presented as a region-free deluxe Blu-ray Mediabook, the release includes a 20-page collector’s booklet packed with behind-the-scenes photos, tour flyers, and essays, as well as an outtakes reel of candid interviews, backstage moments, and extended scenes.

Premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2023 and later showing as a limited two-night cinematic event, ‘Hate to Love: The Nickelback Story’ has since found a new audience on Netflix. With open and honest reflections from the band, the documentary peels back the layers of fame, criticism, and perseverance, showcasing Nickelback’s legacy not just as hitmakers but as cultural survivors. The Blu-ray release invites fans and critics alike to revisit the band’s journey in full colour and sound—warts, riffs, and all.

Cedarsmoke Illuminate the Emotional Spectrum with New Album ‘Under The Rainbow’

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Cedarsmoke Illuminate the Emotional Spectrum with New Album ‘Under The Rainbow’

Brisbane/Meanjin indie-folk rockers Cedarsmoke return with their third album, ‘Under The Rainbow,’ a kaleidoscopic exploration of emotion, colour, and renewal. Out today, the record dives deep into the psychology of colour, mapping the full emotional spectrum through ten vivid songs that blend organic warmth with electronic experimentation. Recorded at Incremental Studios with longtime collaborator Cam Smith, the album drifts between tender intimacy and textured disarray, with acoustic guitars, pianos, loops, and modular synths creating a soundscape as layered as the emotions it captures. “’Under The Rainbow’ is a concept album that interprets the emotional spectrum of colour through the lens of colour psychology,” says frontman Jon Cloumassis. “It marks our most ambitious step yet, blending organic instruments with electronic textures to create a palette as diverse and fluid as the colours it represents.”

Each track embodies a distinct hue and mood—from the sardonic black reflections of ‘Don’t Fear The Reaper’ to the fiery rebirth of ‘Madame Psychosis’ and the serene white calm of closing track ‘Water.’ Tamala Wright’s ethereal vocals, Cloumassis’s wry lyricism, and the band’s evolving chemistry give life to a collection that feels both intimate and cinematic. Almost a decade into their journey, Cedarsmoke continue to uncover beauty in uncertainty and grace in the everyday, with ‘Under The Rainbow’ standing as their most cohesive and emotionally resonant statement yet.

Cattle Country Festival Returns to Texas in 2026 with Koe Wetzel, Randy Houser, Treaty Oak Revival, and More

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Cattle Country Festival Returns to Texas in 2026 with Koe Wetzel, Randy Houser, Treaty Oak Revival, and More

The Cattle Country Festival is back and bigger than ever for its third year, taking place April 10–12, 2026, on the scenic 400-acre ranch known as The Boot in Gonzales, Texas. Tickets are officially on sale today for the beloved music and camping festival, which will feature headliners Koe Wetzel, Treaty Oak Revival, Randy Houser, Robert Earl Keen, and Josh Abbott Band. Fans can also look forward to performances from Paul Cauthen, Corey Kent, Casey Donahew, Stoney LaRue, Deana Carter, and many more across three unforgettable days of country music under the Texas sky.

This year introduces the Whiskey Jam stage, spotlighting rising artists including Brooke Baird, Brandi Behlen, and Ellis Bullard. Festivalgoers can expect even more GA and VIP camping options, expanded glamping accommodations with private lounges, and new Fast Pass perks for quicker entry and bar access. Nestled along the Guadalupe River and shaded by 150 acres of Texas pecan trees, The Boot provides a perfect mix of music, relaxation, and community. With Cowboy Coves swimming areas, local food and drink vendors, and the camaraderie of fans and artists alike, the 2026 Cattle Country Festival promises another unforgettable weekend of sound, spirit, and Southern hospitality.

Ona Mafalda Redefines Herself with Bilingual Indie Brilliance on New Album ‘Reset’

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Ona Mafalda Redefines Herself with Bilingual Indie Brilliance on New Album ‘Reset’

Ona Mafalda is entering a new era with her bold, bilingual album ‘Reset,’ a record born from transformation, courage, and creative renewal. Blending the electric charge of indie-rock with the shimmer of pop, she crafts a sound that moves fluidly between Spain and the United Kingdom, singing in both English and Spanish. Having opened for Coldplay on their Music of the Spheres tour and performed at major festivals like Primavera Sound and The Great Escape, Ona is now set to headline The Victoria Dalston in London on November 19.

‘Reset’ channels the energy of artists such as The Strokes, Florence and the Machine, and PJ Harvey while maintaining Ona’s distinctive voice — one that’s equally fierce and vulnerable. Recorded in London with Mac Wetha, Dan Holloway, Sour Sync, and Khotton, the album thrives on raw guitars and lyrics about finding strength through reinvention. It features new tracks ‘Harta,’ ‘Broken Games,’ and ‘Running,’ each revealing a different side of Ona’s artistry. “Harta is my way of releasing everything I’ve been holding in,” she says. “It’s about letting go of noise, drama, and expectations, and taking your power back.” On ‘Broken Games,’ she embraces lighthearted freedom: “It’s flirty, mischievous, and reminds women they can own their desires without apology.”

Shoegaze Titans NOTHING Announce New Album ‘a short history of decay’ and Launch Slide Away Festival

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Shoegaze Titans NOTHING Announce New Album ‘a short history of decay’ and Launch Slide Away Festival

Philadelphia shoegaze icons NOTHING have announced their fifth studio album, ‘a short history of decay,’ arriving February 27 via Run For Cover Records. Described as their most expansive and emotionally raw work yet, the record finds frontman Domenic “Nicky” Palermo confronting aging, illness, and memory’s fragile weight with a disarming honesty. Backed by a revitalized lineup—featuring Doyle Martin (Cloakroom), Bobb Bruno (Best Coast), Zachary Jones (MSC, Manslaughter 777), and Cam Smith (Ladder To God, Cloakroom)—NOTHING have created an album that expands their industrial-gaze sound into something both immense and intimate. The band also shared the lead single and video, “cannibal world,” a haunting yet heavy glimpse into their new era.

To celebrate, NOTHING will headline their own festival, Slide Away, across multiple cities in North America. The event will mark the 10th anniversary of their landmark album ‘Tired of Tomorrow,’ with special guest performances from Hum, Chapterhouse, Swirlies, and more. With ‘a short history of decay,’ NOTHING continues to evolve the boundaries of modern shoegaze while cementing their legacy as one of the genre’s most fearless and emotionally resonant bands.

Slide Away Tour Dates:
15th May – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
16th May – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
23rd May – Chicago, IL @ Aragon Ballroom
29th May – Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium
30th May – Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium

Krisj Wannabe Returns with Fierce New Single ‘Just Sit Here’

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Krisj Wannabe Returns with Fierce New Single ‘Just Sit Here’

Following the success of his critically acclaimed Mirror EP, Krisj Wannabe pushes his sound into bolder territory with his new single ‘Just Sit Here,’ out now on all major streaming platforms. Recorded at Pol[ip]o Studio in Bologna, the track features production by Luca Jacoboni and drums by Jack Ganzerli. Where Mirror explored the daily grind of alienation and repetition, ‘Just Sit Here’ zeroes in on the moment when quiet endurance erupts into defiance—a direct confrontation with oppression and control.

Driven by lo-fi grit and post-punk energy, ‘Just Sit Here’ feels like a primal scream from the margins. Wannabe’s raw vocals and Jacoboni’s tense, layered production create a sense of suffocating intensity, while Ganzerli’s grounded rhythm propels the track forward with unrelenting urgency. “The song is the scream of the repressed against the paranoid fears of a relentless oppressor,” says Wannabe, capturing the emotion that threads through every beat.

Born in the US, raised in Italy, and now based in Tokyo, Krisj Wannabe channels the restlessness of modern life into socially charged art. Blending lo-fi, grunge, and post-punk elements, he continues to turn unease into sound, reflection into resistance. ‘Just Sit Here’ stands as both a statement and an invitation—a rallying cry for those tired of sitting still.

Marc Anthony Announces First-Ever Las Vegas Residency ‘Vegas… My Way!’ at Fontainebleau

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Marc Anthony Announces First-Ever Las Vegas Residency ‘Vegas… My Way!’ at Fontainebleau

Fontainebleau Las Vegas has announced Vegas… My Way!, the first-ever residency from global Latin music icon Marc Anthony. The historic residency kicks off in 2026 at the BleauLive Theater and will include 10 spectacular performances beginning in February. For the first time, Anthony will perform a mix of English and Spanish-language hits spanning his extraordinary 30-year career. Fans can look forward to hearing timeless classics, chart-topping favorites, and reimagined renditions that showcase the heart and soul of his artistry.

“This residency marks a new chapter in my journey,” says Anthony. “Las Vegas has always been about reinvention and timeless entertainment, and this show embodies that spirit. It’s a celebration of my history, my roots, and the music that has connected me to audiences around the world. With Vegas… My Way!, I’m inviting fans to experience my story in a more personal, intimate, and powerful way than ever before!”

Marc Anthony will perform at the BleauLive Theater on February 13, 14, 15, 20, and 21; July 24, 25, 29, and 31; and August 1, 2026, with additional dates to be announced. Presales begin Wednesday, November 5, followed by general on-sale tickets starting Thursday, November 6 at 10 a.m. local time.

Irish Folk Band Some One’s Sons Capture Escapism and Hope with New Single ‘The Chance to Feel Alive’

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Irish Folk Band Some One’s Sons Capture Escapism and Hope with New Single ‘The Chance to Feel Alive’

Irish folk quintet Some One’s Sons return with their stirring new single ‘The Chance to Feel Alive,’ out October 31. Written by Daniel Allen, the track is a heartfelt folk anthem about escapism and the search for fleeting relief in hard times. Set against a backdrop of soaring rents, friends emigrating, and modern fatigue, its refrain—“10 pints of porter and the chance to feel alive”—rings out as both a rallying cry and a lament. “Sometimes the easiest place to find hope is at the bottom of a pint,” says Allen, perfectly summing up the song’s bittersweet heart.

Blending Celtic folk textures with cinematic western tones, ‘The Chance to Feel Alive’ combines bouzouki-led arrangements and storytelling worthy of Ireland’s great troubadours. The hypnotic chant of “Na na na…” that follows the line “And the drink is singing” mirrors the push and pull of indulgence and escape—hope and heartbreak in equal measure. It’s a sound that places the Sons alongside kindred spirits like Ispíní na hÉireann, The Scratch, and The Highwaymen, while carving out their own distinct path.

Following a packed summer tour with standout performances at Galway Folk Fest, Fleadh Cheoil, and Electric Picnic, the Mullingar band—Daniel Allen, Joe Monaghan, Ross Gavin, and brothers Greg and Ger Dunne—are gearing up for a 2026 UK tour and an upcoming EP. Known for songs like ‘The Banshee Wall’ and ‘Paddy O,’ Some One’s Sons continue to tell Ireland’s modern stories through melody and grit, turning life’s struggles into songs of defiance and connection.

Upcoming Gigs:
November 22 – The Haven, Waterford
December 6 – The Cobblestone, Dublin
December 26 – Mullingar Arts Center, Mullingar

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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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