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Nate Smith Announces Extensive North American ‘Long Live Country Rock & Roll’ Tour

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Nate Smith Announces Extensive North American ‘Long Live Country Rock & Roll’ Tour

Hit country music star Nate Smith is embarking on his biggest and most extensive North American run yet, the “Long Live Country Rock & Roll Tour,” produced by Live Nation. The 23-date trek kicks off on March 26 at Tulsa’s Cain’s Ballroom, visits major markets coast-to-coast, and features special guests Josh Ross, Brandon Wisham, and Just Jayne. Following a wildly successful year that saw him earn his fourth consecutive #1 with “Fix What You Didn’t Break” and gain major traction with his collaboration “After Midnight” featuring Tyler Hubbard, Smith is poised for his biggest headline run to date.

The tour culminates with a two-night takeover at Nashville’s legendary Ryman Auditorium on June 17-18. This headline run follows Smith’s return to the road as direct support for Jason Aldean on the 2026 leg of his FULL THROTTLE TOUR, continuing Smith’s run as one of the genre’s most exciting live performers, having previously sold out every stop on his WORLD ON FIRE TOUR. Tickets for the “Long Live Country Rock & Roll Tour” go on general sale this Friday, December 12.

2026 HEADLINE DATES FOR NATE SMITH’S LONG LIVE COUNTRY ROCK & ROLL TOUR:

  • MARCH 26: Tulsa, OK @ Cain’s Ballroom
  • MARCH 27: Norman, OK @ Riverwind Casino
  • MARCH 28: Ft. Worth, TX @ Billy Bob’s Texas
  • APRIL 2: Wallingford, CT @ The Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theatre
  • APRIL 3: Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring
  • APRIL 4: Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz
  • APRIL 9: Lake Buena Vista, FL @ House of Blues Orlando
  • APRIL 10: Atlanta, GA @ Buckhead Theatre
  • APRIL 11: Charlotte, NC @ Coyote Joe’s
  • APRIL 16: Waukee, IA @ Vibrant Music Hall
  • APRIL 17: Indianapolis, IN @ Egyptian Room @ Old National Centre
  • APRIL 18: Cincinnati, OH @ The Andrew J Brady Music Center
  • APRIL 23: Wheatland, CA @ Hard Rock Live
  • APRIL 25: Reno, NV @ Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort
  • MAY 7: Omaha, NE @ Steelhouse Omaha
  • MAY 8: Columbia, MO @ 9th Street
  • MAY 14: Mankato, MN @ Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
  • MAY 15: Grand Rapids, MI @ GLC Live at 20 Monroe
  • MAY 16: Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit
  • MAY 28: New York, NY @ The Rooftop at Pier 17
  • MAY 29: Boston, MA @ Citizens House of Blues
  • JUNE 17: Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium
  • JUNE 18: Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium

Linda Ronstadt’s “The Christmas Song” Gets a Warm New Lyric Video

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Linda Ronstadt’s “The Christmas Song” Gets a Warm New Lyric Video

Legendary vocalist Linda Ronstadt’s classic 2000 holiday collection, ‘A Merry Little Christmas’, is back in the spotlight this season with a cozy new lyric video for “The Christmas Song.” The soothing visual pairs Ronstadt’s unmistakable, warm voice with the scene of a burning fireplace, instantly providing a comforting bit of Yuletide warmth for the holidays. ‘A Merry Little Christmas’ was the final album the singer released with Elektra/Asylum Records after 27 years with the label, and it contains several beloved holiday staples, including a sassy duet with the late Rosemary Clooney on “White Christmas,” which remains one of the disc’s brightest and most enduring moments.

FISHER and Dom Dolla Lead Western Canada’s Huge FVDED In The Park Festival

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FISHER and Dom Dolla Lead Western Canada’s Huge FVDED In The Park Festival

FVDED In The Park, one of Western Canada’s largest music festivals, is making its anticipated return to Surrey’s Holland Park on July 3rd and 4th, setting the standard for open-air music experiences on the West Coast. This year’s festival promises an unparalleled celebration of electronic music, anchored by massive global acts including headliners Fisher and Dom Dolla. Blueprint Founder Alvaro Prol emphasizes that the entire experience—from the enhanced layout to the immersive art installations—is designed with the fan at the center, creating a fun, high-energy, and welcoming weekend for the community.

The full 2026 lineup is stacked with top-tier talent joining the headliners, featuring artists like Disco Lines, Knock2, Griz, and Mau P. With a strong reputation for defining Canada’s electronic scene and curating exceptional festivals, FVDED In The Park is primed to give its community another unforgettable summer dance experience. Two-Day General Admission, GA+, and VIP tickets will go on sale beginning December 17th at 11 am local time.

FVDED IN THE PARK 2026 FULL LINEUP:

  • Fisher
  • Dom Dolla
  • Disco Lines
  • Griz
  • Knock2
  • Mau P
  • Bunt
  • Crankdat
  • Levity B2B Wooli
  • Marlon Hoffstadt
  • Odd Mob
  • Tape B
  • Alleycvt
  • Hedex
  • INZO
  • jigitz
  • MPH
  • Nia Archives
  • Notion
  • OMNOM
  • Oppidan
  • TroyBoi
  • TSHA
  • VTSS
  • Whipped Cream
  • X CLUB.
  • Bambii
  • borne
  • bullet tooth
  • Champion
  • DENNETT
  • Effin
  • Kaleena Zanders
  • Linska
  • MCR-T
  • MGNA Crrrta
  • RaeCola
  • Roddy Lima
  • Starjunk 95
  • Uniiqqu3
  • Young Franco
  • Zorza
  • Adame Twins
  • AlyssaJB
  • BB Rose
  • Buccaltheft
  • Chatterbox
  • fagofcolour
  • Gissala
  • Jadè
  • jaemo
  • Kempeh
  • MADS
  • NAI
  • Orchiid
  • SHMING
  • Stargirl

COLLECTIVE SOUL Announces Las Vegas Residency and Extensive 2026 Tour

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COLLECTIVE SOUL Announces Las Vegas Residency and Extensive 2026 Tour

COLLECTIVE SOUL, who have sold over 15 million albums worldwide (six of which have gone Gold or Platinum) and boast seven #1 singles, including “Shine,” “December,” and “The World I Know,” have spent much of their past 30-plus years on the road and they’re not slowing down anytime soon.

In addition to the headlining shows they’ve already announced to kick off 2026–with a new residency in Las Vegas, NV on the books for February 4–6 at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas (with special appearance by Edwin McCain), as well as Creed’s “Summer of ’99 and Beyond Cruise” in April—with even more shows to be announced next year.

On the band’s official website, the presale begins Wednesday, December 10 at 10:00am local time, while general tickets are available on Friday, December 12 at 10:00am local time.

Earlier this summer, the band released their definitive feature-length documentary, Give Me A Word: The Collective Soul Story, via Trinity Content Partners.  The trailer can be seen on the band’s official YouTube page. Directed by Joseph Rubinstein and produced by Greg Richling and Jonathan Sheldon of Pfonetic, the film is available to purchase on DVD and Blu-ray as well as on the band’s official website, while fans can watch on demand (VOD) via Amazon (North America), Apple Music (Worldwide), Google (U.K. and North America), Vudu (North America), Hoopla (North America), and Olyn (North America), among others.

Give Me A Word: The Collective Soul Story tells the band’s untold history: the family component to the band, the creativity, and the wisdom that has been hard won over their illustrious career. It was filmed at Elvis Presley’ Palm Springs, CA estate in early 2023 during the recording of the band’s latest album, HERE TO ETERNITY. COLLECTIVE SOUL is the only other music artist besides Elvis to ever record at the historical landmark. Not only does the film contain footage of the recording process, it also features archival footage throughout the band’s career dating back to the band’s early days.

COLLECTIVE SOUL’s latest album, HERE TO ETERNITY was released May 17, 2024 on their label, Fuzze-Flex Records, distributed physically by AMPED Distribution and digitally by Virgin Music Group. It was produced by E. Roland and co-produced by Shawn Grove, and includes 20 brand new songs which is available everywhere on digital stores and streaming partners (including a Dolby ATMOS version), as a single disc CD, and as a limited-edition double-disc colored vinyl, also available on the band’s official website. It garnered impressive debuts on various Billboard and Luminate charts thanks to devoted fans whose support continues to help the band celebrate their 30th anniversary. Consequence.net described the first single, “Mother’s Love,” as, “Centered around a thick blues guitar lick, the song also sports the band’s signature pop hooks and big harmonies — an apt choice for a first single, as it provides a complete cross-section of COLLECTIVE SOUL’s long-established style.”

Check out COLLECTIVE SOUL at any of the following stops, with more shows to be announced soon:

DATE               CITY                             VENUE

Thu 1/29           Anaheim, CA                 Grove of Anaheim

Fri 1/30             Rancho Mirage, CA       Agua Caliente Resort Casino

Sat 1/31            Rohnert Park, CA          Graton Resort Casino

Wed 2/4            Las Vegas, NV              The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

Fri 2/6               Las Vegas, NV              The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

Sat 2/7              Las Vegas, NV              The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

Fri 3/27             Windsor, ONT.               Caesars Windsor – The Colosseum

Sun 3/29           Niagara Falls, ONT.       Fallsview Casino Resort – OLG Stage

Tue 3/31           Wilkes-Barre, PA           F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts

Thu 4/2             Red Bank, NJ                Count Basie Center for the Arts

Fri 4/3               Hershey, PA                 Hershey Theatre

Sat 4/4              Waterloo, NY                Del Lago Resort & Casino

Tue 4/7             Morristown, NJ              Mayo Performing Arts Center

Thu 4/9             Bristol, VA                    Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol

Fri 4/10             Charles Town, WV        The Event Center at Hollywood Casino

Sat 4/11            Danville, VA                  Caesars Virginia

4/17-4/21           Great Stirrup Cay, BAH  Creed Summer of ’99 and Beyond Cruise

Fri 4/24             Orlando, FL                   Hard Rock Live Orlando

Sat 4/25            Savannah, GA               Johnny Mercer Theatre

Tue 4/28           Greenville, SC               Peace Center Concert Hall

Wed 4/29          Dothan, AL                    Dothan Civic Center

Fri 5/1               Baton Rouge, LA           L’Auberge Baton Rouge Casino Resort

Sat 5/2              Bossier City, LA            Margaritaville Resort and Casino

Sat 7/25            Menahga, MN               Mid Summer Music Fest

BILLIE EILISH and James Cameron Team Up to Reinvent the Concert Movie – Watch The Trailer Now

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BILLIE EILISH and James Cameron Team Up to Reinvent the Concert Movie – Watch The Trailer Now

Pop culture visionary Billie Eilish and cinematic legend James Cameron have teamed up to deliver an innovative new concert experience, ‘BILLIE EILISH – HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR (LIVE IN 3D)’. Captured during her sold-out world tour, the film brings the massive live show to the big screen, presented in immersive RealD 3D and Premium Large Formats. The film is co-directed by the two Academy Award winners, Eilish and Cameron, promising a spectacle that merges her celebrated musical performance with groundbreaking cinematic technology.

With the release date set for March 20, 2026, the collaboration is poised to reinvent the concert movie genre, which has seen immense success recently. The film’s new trailer is debuting at participating theaters starting December 18, giving fans an initial look at the innovative 3D technology used to document the tour. This unprecedented partnership, presented by Paramount Pictures, ensures that this will be one of the most talked-about film events of the year, bringing the emotional and electric energy of the ‘HIT ME HARD AND SOFT’ tour directly to theaters globally.

BLACK STONE CHERRY Announces UK Tour Celebrating 20 Years of Their Debut Album

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BLACK STONE CHERRY Announces UK Tour Celebrating 20 Years of Their Debut Album

Black Stone Cherry has announced a nearly month-long, special UK headlining tour, “An Evening With Black Stone Cherry,” beginning in October 2026. This special run of shows, which follows their previously announced European dates, will feature two separate, exciting sets for their dedicated “Cherry Heads.” The first set will be a complete performance of their legendary 2006 self-titled debut album, celebrating its two-decade anniversary, followed by a second set comprising fan-favorite classics and brand new tracks from their forthcoming EP, ‘Celebrate’.

The band’s tour promises to be a major celebration across the UK and Ireland, hitting cities like Nottingham, Manchester, Dublin, and Edinburgh before culminating with two performances in London. The band shared their excitement, stating, “We cannot wait to come back to the UK and celebrate with all of our Cherry Heads across so many different cities! Touring overseas is such a thrill and exciting thing for us and we will absolutely bring the energy and vibe with us to every stop on the tour!” Presales for this highly anticipated run start tomorrow, December 9th.

Black Stone Cherry An Evening With 2026 UK Dates:

  • Oct 20: Nottingham, England @ Rock City
  • Oct 21: Margate, England @ Dreamland
  • Oct 23: Norwich, England @ UEA
  • Oct 24: Manchester, England @ Academy
  • Oct 26: Dublin, IE @ Academy
  • Oct 27: Cork, IE @ Cypress Avenue
  • Oct 29: Belfast, NIE @ Limelight 1
  • Oct 30: Aberdeen, Scotland @ Music Hall
  • Nov 3: Newcastle, Scotland @ Boiler Shop
  • Nov 5: Wolverhampton, England @ KK’s Steelmill
  • Nov 7: Cardiff, Wales @ Great Hall
  • Nov 8: Torquey, England @ Torquey Arena
  • Nov 10: Frome, England @ Cheese & Grain
  • Nov 12: London, England @ O2 Forum Kentish Town
  • Nov 13: London, England @ O2 Forum Kentish Town

Colby O’Donis Reunites With Akon For New Hit Single “Locked Up With You”

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Colby O’Donis Reunites With Akon For New Hit Single “Locked Up With You”

Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and producer Colby O’Donis is stepping back into the spotlight with major momentum, releasing his latest single, “Locked Up With You,” via the newly re-energized Konvict Kulture. Instantly recognizable as the voice behind Lady Gaga’s Diamond-certified smash “Just Dance” and his own 5× Platinum hit “What You Got,” O’Donis is reuniting with his mentor and global icon Akon, igniting one of R&B-Pop’s most proven hitmaking partnerships. The chemistry between the two has always been unimpeachable, dating back to their first collaboration, and they are now building on that undeniable energy by blending O’Donis’ smooth, soulful delivery with Akon’s signature tone for a modern Pop/R&B fusion.

Since its late-October 2025 debut, “Locked Up With You” has already amassed nearly a billion streams across platforms, signaling the launch of an ambitious new era for O’Donis, who already boasts over 3B streams on Spotify and YouTube. O’Donis shares that the track’s underlying message is about deep connection, reflecting both ride-or-die love and the immediate, powerful creative bond he and Akon share in the studio. With more singles, major collaborations, and an album announcement on the horizon, O’Donis—a naturally gifted, genre-blending creative—is poised to reintroduce himself to a global audience, fueled by the resilience and unmistakable voice that first made him a breakout star.

Sylvaner Releases Intimate Debut Single “Pentimento” Exploring Heartbreak and Hidden Layers

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Sylvaner Releases Intimate Debut Single “Pentimento” Exploring Heartbreak and Hidden Layers

Las Vegas-born artist Sylvaner, who grew up absorbing a wide range of music from his father’s record stores, is making a confident entry with his debut single, “Pentimento.” This track is the first glimpse into a sound he spent three years meticulously crafting, shifting his focus from studio engineering to building his own creative world. “Pentimento” is the result of complete creative immersion; Sylvaner engineered, produced, wrote, and mixed the track himself, refining it through dozens of mixes until it achieved a perfect balance of intimate vulnerability and confident delivery.

Sonically, the single sits in a deeply affecting, soulful pop landscape, with Sylvaner’s emotional vocals gliding over raw electric guitar textures and cinematic space. The concept for the song came from a period of personal upheaval, inspired by the word “pentimento,” which describes old layers resurfacing beneath a painted surface. While the track reads like a classic breakup song, it becomes something far more introspective upon deeper inspection—a reflection on the parts of ourselves that remain even after a significant relationship has ended, showcasing Sylvaner’s meticulous and personal touch.

20 OF THE BEST ALT-COUNTRY & AMERICANA ALBUMS

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20 OF THE BEST ALT-COUNTRY & AMERICANA ALBUMS

Alt-Country and Americana thrive in the wide-open spaces between folk, rock, twang, and storytelling. These 20 albums map out the genre’s evolution, from dusty barroom ballads to cosmic country experiments.

Anodyne – Uncle Tupelo
A beautifully crafted farewell that became one of alt-country’s foundational texts. Its harmonies and songwriting shaped everything that came after.

Being There – Wilco
Wilco’s defining double album mixes alt-country warmth with experimental flair. It laid the groundwork for the band’s adventurous turn and reshaped the indie Americana soundscape.

Billionaire – Kathleen Edwards
A triumphant, hook-filled release that showcases Edwards’ lyrical sharpness and emotional clarity. A standout in modern Canadian Americana storytelling.

Car Wheels on a Gravel Road – Lucinda Williams
A genre cornerstone packed with vivid imagery and road-worn emotion. Its influence on singer-songwriters is immeasurable.

Feast of Wire – Calexico
A cinematic fusion of desert rock, mariachi brass, and Americana moodiness. This album broadened the genre’s sonic borders.

Fox Confessor Brings the Flood – Neko Case
A haunting alt-country classic with surreal lyrics and Case’s thunderous vocals. Its dreamy atmosphere remains deeply influential.

Guitar Town – Steve Earle
A punchy, roots-rock essential that helped define the Americana movement. Its sharp, rebellious writing inspired countless modern storytellers.

Hollywood Town Hall – The Jayhawks
Beloved for its harmonies and jangly guitars, this record helped shape the 90s alt-country revival. A perfect blend of heartache and melody.

Imaginary Appalachia – Colter Wall
A stark, powerful debut showcasing Wall’s baritone and Appalachian storytelling. A key record in the new outlaw resurgence.

Metamodern Sounds in Country Music – Sturgill Simpson
A cosmic, mind-bending twist on traditional country. Its psychedelic edges opened new creative doors across Americana.

MJ Lenderman – MJ Lenderman
A lo-fi, riffy, alt-country breakthrough full of humor and heart. Lenderman’s sound now fuels a new wave of indie-rooted Americana.

Mostly Folk – Jerry Jeff Walker
A warm, easygoing record full of Texas charm. Its campfire intimacy influenced generations of folk-country storytellers.

Purple Mountains – Purple Mountains
David Berman’s final masterpiece blends devastating honesty with instantly memorable melodies. A modern classic with deep emotional gravity.

Rat Saw God – Wednesday
A noisy, Southern indie-country blast that expanded the genre’s palette. Its vivid storytelling roared new energy into Americana.

Southeastern – Jason Isbell
A deeply personal, career-defining release marked by emotional precision and standout tracks like Cover Me Up. A modern pillar of Americana writing.

Southern Rock Opera – Drive-By Truckers
A thunderous, narrative-driven double album that turned the band into alt-country giants. Its storytelling ambition influenced a generation.

The Natural Bridge – Silver Jews
A cult classic built on quiet arrangements and David Berman’s poetic deadpan. A cornerstone for alt-country’s literary strain.

Trace – Son Volt
Jay Farrar’s moody, melodic debut carved out the atmospheric side of Americana. A foundational record in the post–Uncle Tupelo landscape.

Van Lear Rose – Loretta Lynn
Jack White’s production lit a fire under Lynn’s fierce songwriting. The album boldly bridged old-school country and modern Americana.

Wrecking Ball – Emmylou Harris
A luminous, atmospheric reinvention that expanded the emotional and sonic reach of Americana. Hugely influential across genres.

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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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