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Halsey Marks 10 Years of ‘Badlands’ With ‘Badlands Decade Edition,’ Live Album, and ‘Badlands: Anthology’ Out Now

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Halsey Marks 10 Years of ‘Badlands’ With ‘Badlands Decade Edition,’ Live Album, and ‘Badlands: Anthology’ Out Now

Halsey is celebrating a decade of Badlands in a big way. The diamond-certified, Grammy-nominated artist has released Badlands Decade Edition, Badlands: Live From Webster Hall, and Badlands: Anthology—three special anniversary projects out now via UMe/Astralwerks/Capitol Records. The releases honor the tenth anniversary of her groundbreaking debut album, a record that redefined pop and introduced the world to one of its most fearless voices.

The milestone follows the conclusion of Halsey’s record-breaking For My Last Trick Tour, the best-selling tour of her career. Reflecting on the anniversary, Halsey shared, “I can’t believe it’s been 10 years. So much has happened in the last decade, but Badlands remains the most exciting musical journey of my life. I have so many unbelievable things planned for this month to celebrate the album that changed my life and introduced me to the fans I’ll love forever. This is just the beginning.”

Originally released on August 28, 2015, Badlands became an instant phenomenon. It has since sold over three million albums adjusted in the U.S. and earned more than nine billion on-demand streams worldwide. Every song on the album has been certified gold, platinum, or multi-platinum by the RIAA, cementing its place among the most successful debut albums in pop history.

Badlands: Anthology arrives as a triple-disc vinyl, featuring orchestral versions, never-before-heard demos, official remixes, and rare recordings that trace the evolution of Halsey’s earliest vision. Paired with Badlands Decade Edition and the live album Badlands: Live From Webster Hall, the new collection offers fans the definitive look at the project that started it all—a complete sonic time capsule of Halsey’s artistic beginnings and enduring influence.

A decade later, Badlands still feels vital, defiant, and entirely its own. With this trilogy of releases, Halsey invites fans to revisit where it all began—and see just how far the journey has come.

Bryson Tiller Unleashes ‘The Vices,’ the First Half of His Double Album ‘Solace & The Vices’

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Bryson Tiller Unleashes ‘The Vices,’ the First Half of His Double Album ‘Solace & The Vices’

Bryson Tiller is turning up the heat with The Vices, the first installment of his double album Solace & The Vices, out now. The project marks a bold new chapter for the multi-platinum artist, blending sharp-edged confidence with the sleek production and introspective writing that have defined his career.

Produced by a dynamic lineup including Charlie Heat, Teddy Walton, Hitmaka, and Gravez, The Vices dives into Tiller’s grittier, more energetic side. The beats hit harder, the bars cut deeper, and the attitude is pure momentum. Known for his effortless ability to switch between melody and flow, Tiller takes this project as a chance to explore his rap instincts without losing his signature R&B soul.

If The Vices captures Tiller’s impulsive, high-octane energy, its upcoming counterpart Solace will serve as the reflection that follows the storm. “Solace is my own personal therapy session,” Tiller explains, describing the companion record as a deep, emotional exploration of growth, clarity, and renewal. Together, the two halves promise to present the full scope of his artistry — unfiltered and unrestrained.

The release of The Vices also arrives as Tiller celebrates a major milestone: the tenth anniversary of his breakthrough debut T R A P S O U L. That 2015 classic redefined modern R&B and launched him into global stardom. A decade later, The Vices proves that Bryson Tiller is still evolving — still pushing boundaries and still writing the next chapter of his legacy.

Oxymorrons Detonate With Fierce Independence on New EP ‘Create. Destroy. Rebuild. Repeat.’ Out Now

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Oxymorrons Detonate With Fierce Independence on New EP ‘Create. Destroy. Rebuild. Repeat.’ Out Now

New York’s genre-bending punks Oxymorrons are breaking boundaries once again with their explosive new EP Create. Destroy. Rebuild. Repeat., out now. The release arrives alongside the gripping official video for “BLK SHEEP,” a raw and defiant statement against performative systems and modern hypocrisy that perfectly encapsulates the band’s fearless energy.

The “BLK SHEEP” video is pure chaos and catharsis — a visual onslaught that mirrors the song’s intensity. Fast cuts, confrontational imagery, and a frenzied aesthetic push the band’s message forward: truth, no matter how uncomfortable, deserves to be shouted. The track is a protest anthem wrapped in punk urgency and hip-hop swagger, proof that Oxymorrons remain one of the most innovative forces in modern alternative music.

Written, recorded, and produced entirely by the band — brothers Deee and KI, along with guitarist Jafé Paulino — Create. Destroy. Rebuild. Repeat. represents a new era of total creative freedom. It’s their first fully independent release as a three-piece, and every note pulses with self-definition and raw intent. “Create, Destroy, Rebuild, Repeat is more than just the title of our new EP! It’s the cycle we’ve been living,” the band shares. “From love and cancel culture to women empowerment and unapologetic truths! We poured our full selves into this. We refuse to be boxed in. We’re artists first. This is our sound, our truth, our cycle.”

The EP expands on the foundation laid by Melanin Punk while taking the band’s identity and social commentary even deeper. With new drummer DJ joining the lineup after Matty’s departure to pursue his passion for food, Oxymorrons have turned transition into triumph, creating something urgent, inspiring, and completely their own.

Track Listing (Create. Destroy. Rebuild. Repeat.):

  1. C.D.R.R.
  2. LAUGHING WHILE CRYING
  3. CREATE INTERLUDE
  4. COOL BEING YOU
  5. NO LIES DETECTED (BLIND)
  6. BLK SHEEP
  7. DESTROY INTERLUDE
  8. BULLETPROOF VEST
  9. REBUILD INTERLUDE
  10. SHE GOT GAME
  11. REPEAT INTERLUDE
  12. LUCKY ONE

OneRepublic Release New Single “Beautiful Colors (from Kaiju No. 8)” Under New Global Deal With BMG

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OneRepublic Release New Single “Beautiful Colors (from Kaiju No. 8)” Under New Global Deal With BMG

Grammy-nominated pop-rock hitmakers OneRepublic are starting a new chapter with the release of their latest single, “Beautiful Colors (from Kaiju No. 8),” out now. The song marks the band’s first release under their new global recordings partnership with BMG and serves as the ending theme for season two of the wildly popular Japanese anime Kaiju No. 8.

“Beautiful Colors” continues OneRepublic’s creative streak with the franchise, following “Nobody (from Kaiju No. 8)” and “Invincible (from Kaiju No. 8).” The new single blends soaring melodies, cinematic production, and Ryan Tedder’s signature anthemic vocals, perfectly complementing the emotional world of the anime while standing strong as a pop-rock powerhouse on its own.

The release also marks a new era for OneRepublic, who recently signed their first new label deal since their 2007 debut. “We’re excited to join the BMG family to keep releasing music that our fans will love,” says frontman Ryan Tedder. “Jon and Dan have already been such incredible partners throughout this whole process and we’re looking forward to their continued support. We can’t wait for our fans to hear our new single ‘Beautiful Colors’ inspired by the Japanese anime series Kaiju No. 8.”

With over 18 billion Spotify streams and a catalog that includes global hits like “Apologize,” “Counting Stars,” and “I Ain’t Worried,” OneRepublic remain one of the defining pop-rock acts of the modern era. Their latest studio album Artificial Paradise (2024) continued that legacy with massive success, including the quadruple platinum single “I Ain’t Worried” from Top Gun: Maverick.

Now, with “Beautiful Colors (from Kaiju No. 8)” out across all platforms, OneRepublic are blending East and West, anime and arena pop, in a way that only they can — cinematic, heartfelt, and undeniably universal.

Feminist Punk Firebrands Cheap Perfume Erupt With ‘Don’t Care. Didn’t Ask.’ Out Now

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Feminist Punk Firebrands Cheap Perfume Erupt With ‘Don’t Care. Didn’t Ask.’ Out Now

Cheap Perfume are turning rage into revolution. The feminist punk powerhouse have unleashed their explosive new album Don’t Care. Didn’t Ask., out now via Snappy Little Numbers. Fueled by blistering guitars, fearless lyrics, and a no-apologies attitude, the record is a full-throttle scream against capitalism, oppression, fascism, and genocide — and a rallying cry for empathy in an era of exhaustion.

“Don’t Care. Didn’t Ask. is an uninhibited call to anti-capitalist revolution presented as a collection of punk rock protest songs, breakup songs and party songs,” shares vocalist and guitarist Jane No. “It stays true to Cheap Perfume’s signature angry-yet-melodic sound while railing against systems of oppression and America’s descent into fascism.”

The album channels righteous fury and vulnerability in equal measure, featuring the rebellious singles “Down to Riot” and “Woke Mind Virus.” Each track pushes back against indifference with biting humor, sharp hooks, and relentless energy. This is punk that not only demands to be heard — it demands that you feel something.

With Don’t Care. Didn’t Ask., Cheap Perfume prove that rebellion and joy can coexist, that protest can still be catchy, and that a band unafraid to confront power can also bring a community together on the dance floor. It’s cathartic, unapologetic, and utterly alive.

Track Listing (Don’t Care. Didn’t Ask.):

  1. Probably It’s Capitalism
  2. Start Shit
  3. Dead If I Do
  4. Anytown, USA
  5. Woke Mind Virus
  6. No Men
  7. Okay Party
  8. Blood On Your Hands
  9. Desert
  10. Down To Riot
  11. I Get Wet

Robert Jon & The Wreck Keep Rolling With Soulful New Single “I Wanna Give It” From ‘Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes’

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Robert Jon & The Wreck Keep Rolling With Soulful New Single “I Wanna Give It” From ‘Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes’

Southern California’s Robert Jon & The Wreck are keeping the momentum alive with “I Wanna Give It,” the latest single from their album Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes, out now via Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records. The track captures the band’s signature blend of heartfelt storytelling and road-tested rock-and-soul, wrapped in a wistful, country-leaning groove.

Co-written during a stretch when touring had come to a standstill, “I Wanna Give It” was born from late-night acoustic jam sessions on a porch in San Juan Capistrano. “It was a bit of a throwback,” says guitarist Henry James. “We’d play acoustic guitars into the early hours, doing whatever we could to keep our minds at ease.”

Written alongside longtime friends Ian Cullen and Shane Krevoy — who also co-wrote fan favorite “Oh Miss Carolina” — the song came to life under the production of Dave Cobb. The result is a warm, reflective track that channels both timeless Americana spirit and modern rock precision. “It doesn’t necessarily have a happy ending,” James says, “but it’s told with no regrets. Love can blind us sometimes, but it can also inspire us to live boldly. That’s something we all deserve to feel.”

“I Wanna Give It” follows a run of powerhouse singles that have defined Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes: the smoldering “Keep Myself Clean,” the haunting “Dark Angel,” the swaggering “Better Of Me,” the electrifying “Highway,” and the reflective “Ashes in the Snow.” Recorded in Savannah, Georgia, with producer Dave Cobb and mixed by Greg Gordon (Chris Stapleton, Sturgill Simpson), the album showcases the band’s unmatched chemistry and expansive emotional range.

With Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes out now on CD, digital platforms, and limited-edition colored vinyl, Robert Jon & The Wreck continue to push roots rock forward while honoring its timeless heart. For a band that thrives on connection, this record is a love letter to the journey itself — bold, soulful, and beautifully alive.

Baha Men Celebrate 25 Years of ‘Who Let The Dogs Out’ With High-Energy Remix by Wuki and DJ Susan

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Baha Men Celebrate 25 Years of ‘Who Let The Dogs Out’ With High-Energy Remix by Wuki and DJ Susan

The party anthem that defined a generation just got a new jolt of energy. Grammy Award-winning Bahamian group Baha Men are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their global smash “Who Let The Dogs Out” with a high-octane remix by Wuki and DJ Susan, out now via UMe. The revamped version turns the timeless hit into a modern dancefloor stormer, ready to set clubs ablaze once again.

Grammy-nominated producer Wuki and electronic powerhouse DJ Susan crank up the BPMs and reshape the song into a kinetic house track bursting with color and chaos. Their remix preserves the iconic chant—“Who let the dogs out!”—while layering it with thundering percussion, frenetic synths, and perfectly timed barks. It’s nostalgic and futuristic all at once, bringing the 2000 classic roaring into 2025.

The release arrives as Baha Men mark 25 years since their triple-platinum album Who Let The Dogs Out climbed into the Billboard 200’s Top 5 and won a Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording. The song has since become one of pop culture’s most instantly recognizable anthems, soundtracking everything from Rugrats in Paris: The Movie and South Park to major sports events around the world.

The track’s wild legacy even inspired filmmaker Brent Hodge’s acclaimed 2019 documentary Who Let The Dogs Out, which premiered at SXSW and explored the strange, fascinating journey behind the song. Most recently, the timeless hook made a barking return in a Super Bowl 2025 commercial for Spruce Weed & Grass Killer, proving that, 25 years later, the dogs are still very much out.

Indie Rockers Breakup Shoes Step Forward With New Album ‘Standing Still’ and Video for “Brainwash”

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Indie Rockers Breakup Shoes Step Forward With New Album ‘Standing Still’ and Video for “Brainwash”

Breakup Shoes have leveled up their sound and story with the release of their brand-new album Standing Still, out now. Produced by Charlie Brand of Miniature Tigers, the record finds the indie rock band expanding their sonic universe while staying true to the raw, confessional lyricism that fans have come to love. To celebrate, the group also dropped a video for the shimmering lead single “Brainwash.”

“The album chronicles the story of my last few years, centered around feeling dissatisfaction in the status quo,” says guitarist and vocalist Nick Zawisa. “It grapples with feeling unhappy and complacent, stuck dreaming of uprooting my life, which I ultimately did.”

Zawisa adds that Standing Still marks a turning point both personally and musically. “Standing Still was produced by Charlie Brand (of Miniature Tigers) who we found a great sonic match in, and was hugely influential to us. Alongside the help of new band members, he helped craft an album that expands the horizons of the Breakup Shoes sound while keeping the confessional lyricism front and center.”

Lead single “Brainwash” pairs upbeat indie-sleaze textures with self-reflective lyrics. “’Brainwash’ is a song rooted in self-loathing,” Zawisa explains. “Although it’s adorned in upbeat, indie-sleaze inspired, catchy-pop sounds; at its core it’s about wishing you could erase your memories to take another stab at becoming a ‘better’ version of yourself (whatever that means). Whether it’s ridding yourself of bad habits or certain personality traits we’ve internalized, the lyrics romanticize the idea of beginning again.”

With Standing Still out now, Breakup Shoes deliver an album that feels both restless and resolved — a soundtrack to the growing pains of change, packed with big hooks, bigger emotions, and an honesty that hits home.

Alternative Rock Rising Star Rohin Announces New EP ‘As The Light Fades’ and Drops Powerful Single “Sundown”

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Alternative Rock Rising Star Rohin Announces New EP ‘As The Light Fades’ and Drops Powerful Single “Sundown”

Toronto’s own Rohin is back and ready to make waves. The 21-year-old alternative artist has announced his sophomore EP As The Light Fades, out now via Universal Music Canada, alongside the release of his soaring new single “Sundown,” out now on all streaming platforms. The track dives deep into the turmoil of loving someone emotionally unavailable, exploring confusion, desperation, and the moments where passion blurs intention.

“Sundown” captures Rohin’s knack for raw emotional honesty, blending alternative rock grit with ambient textures that shimmer between melancholy and release. It’s a compelling follow-up to his first single “Someday,” which arrived earlier this summer with a cinematic music video that showcased his growing artistry.

On the forthcoming EP, Rohin says, “I’m so proud of this project – I believe it is my best work yet, and my most intentional. It’s about the ending of eras and trying to find catharsis in that crisis.” As The Light Fades captures that exact spirit — a coming-of-age reflection written against the backdrop of a world in flux. The EP grapples with modern uncertainty, the loss of innocence, and the fragile process of rebuilding hope amid chaos.

Following his debut EP follow me down in 2024, which featured the standout track “Sadlove,” Rohin has refined his sound into something darker, more reflective, and deeply resonant. Inspired by the British indie rock scene and ambient soundscapes, his music sits at the crossroads of nostalgia and revelation — honest, youthful, and defiantly alive.

“Sundown” is the perfect preview of what’s to come — an anthemic, emotionally charged snapshot of an artist stepping fully into his moment.

Czech Hardcore Force CRIPPLED FINGERS Unleash Explosive Live Set from the Netherlands

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Czech Hardcore Force CRIPPLED FINGERS Unleash Explosive Live Set from the Netherlands

Prague’s own CRIPPLED FINGERS have just dropped a full live set that captures everything fans love about them: sweat, grit, and pure hardcore fury. Recorded during their October 2024 shows in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, the performance at Neushoorn finds the band firing on all cylinders in front of a packed crowd. The multi-camera, pro-mixed release delivers the band’s trademark blend of aggression and control — the kind of energy that can only come from years of tearing up stages across Europe.

After a chaotic first night at an underground venue, it was the second show that nailed the band’s chemistry and momentum. Every riff, shout, and breakdown hits like a controlled detonation, a testament to the intensity that’s made CRIPPLED FINGERS one of the Czech hardcore scene’s most formidable live acts.

With three full-length albums, an EP, and a string of high-voltage singles, the band has built a reputation as road warriors, lighting up festivals like Brutal Assault, Fajtfest, Masters of Rock, and Czech Death Fest. Along the way, they’ve shared stages with icons such as Hatebreed, Biohazard, Crowbar, Guilt Trip, Worst, and Pro-Pain.

This new live set follows their third album Through the Pain, released in April 2024, and acts as a fierce reminder of what CRIPPLED FINGERS deliver best — honest, unfiltered, high-volume emotion. It’s not just a concert film; it’s a portrait of a band built on resilience, community, and the power of the pit.

Track Listing (Live Set):

  1. Intro
  2. Through the Pain
  3. Nothing Left to Fear
  4. Broken Hands
  5. Inside Out
  6. Rise Again
  7. Blood Debt
  8. Fall of Men
  9. Outro
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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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