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Brooks And Dunn Extend “NEON MOON TOUR” Into 2026

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Brooks & Dunn, the best-selling country duo of all time and most-awarded artists in CMA history, announced today that they will extend their NEON MOON TOUR into 2026. Promoted by Live Nation and kicking off this fall in Evansville, IN on September 10, the Country Music Hall of Famers will bring their “don’t miss” (Whiskey Riff) live show to over a dozen cities across the United States with direct support from renowned country rocker David Lee Murphy or red-hot rising star Tucker Wetmore, and additional support from Willow Avalon, Kaitlin Butts, Caylee Hammack and Angie K. Artist presales begin Wednesday, February 25 at 10AM local time and general onsale begins at 10AM local time this Friday, February 27. 

Next month, the duo will trek on their first-ever string of UK dates, headlining Europe’s largest country music festival, C2C 2026, with stops in Belfast, Glasgow and London. They’ll return to the U.S. shortly after for Stagecoach before rejoining Morgan Wallen for eight stadium stops this summer on his Still the Problem Tour 2026.

2026 Neon Moon Tour Dates:
9/10 – Evansville, IN – Ford Center * # 
9/11 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre * # 
9/12 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena * # 
9/17 – Toledo, OH – The Huntington Center ^ ! 
9/18 – Charleston, WV – Charleston Coliseum ^ ! 
9/19 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center ^ ! 
9/24 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre ^ ~ 
9/25 – Grand Rapids, MI – Acrisure Amphitheater ^ ~ 
9/26 – Green Bay, WI – Resch Center ^ ~ 
10/1 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center * < 
10/2 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater ^ <  
10/3 – Moline, IL – Vibrant Arena ^ < 
10/8 – Lafayette, LA – Cajundome * # 
10/9 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena * # 

with Tucker Wetmore
^ with David Lee Murphy

Caylee Hammack

~ Willow Avalon
! Kaitlin Butts
< Angie K

NWOBHM Legends Raven Storm North America With 40-Date Metal Tour

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New Wave of British Heavy Metal pioneers Raven return to the stage with a 40-date North American run from March through May, joined by special guests Slackjaw. After what the band calls a “medical gap year” in 2025, the Gallagher brothers are back at full throttle and ready to unleash their signature high-speed assault across the continent.

Frontman John Gallagher says, “Hey there!! we’re hungry and itching to get back out on the road after the ‘medical gap year’ of 2025. It’s gonna be a take no prisoners full volume manic affair with Slackjaw out with us on this 2026 US tour!!” The tone is set. The amps are cranked. The mission is direct.

Formed in Newcastle in 1974, Raven helped define the raw edge of the NWOBHM movement, influencing generations of thrash and speed metal bands and giving Metallica and Anthrax early tour support. Decades later, the lineup of John Gallagher, Mark Gallagher and drummer Mike Heller continues to push forward following recent releases including ‘ALL HELL’S BREAKING LOOSE’ and the EP ‘CAN’T TAKE AWAY THE FIRE.’

From intimate clubs to hard-hitting rock rooms, the 2026 tour stretches coast to coast across the U.S. and Canada, delivering the kind of live intensity that has defined Raven for more than four decades. This is heavy metal without compromise, built for the faithful and the fearless.

RAVEN 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES

3/18/2026 – Louisville, KY – Goodwood Whiskey Row
3/19/2026 – St. Louis, MO – Red Flag
3/20/2026 – Kansas City, MO – Westport Brewery
3/21/2026 – Oklahoma City, OK – 89th Street Live
3/22/2026 – Dallas, TX – RBC
3/24/2026 – El Paso, TX – RockHouse
3/25/2026 – Mesa, AZ – Nile Underground
3/26/2026 – Hollywood, CA – The Whisky
3/27/2026 – San Luis Obispo, CA – Humdinger Brewing
3/28/2026 – San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge
3/29/2026 – Reno, NV – Club Underground
3/31/2026 – Portland, OR – Dante’s
4/1/2026 – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre
4/2/2026 – Seattle, WA – Funhouse
4/3/2026 – Boise, ID – The Shredder
4/4/2026 – Salt Lake City, UT – Aces High Saloon
4/5/2026 – Denver, CO – The Federal Theatre
4/7/2026 – Lincoln, NE – 1867 Bar
4/8/2026 – Cudahy, WI – X-Ray Arcade
4/9/2026 – Chicago, IL – Reggie’s Rock Club
4/10/2026 – Columbus, OH – The King of Clubs
4/11/2026 – Lakewood, OH – Mercury Music Lounge
4/12/2026 – Hamtramck, MI – Sanctuary
4/14/2026 – New Kensington, PA – Preserving Underground
4/15/2026 – Brooklyn, NY – The Woodshop
4/16/2026 – Toronto, ON – Horseshoe Tavern
4/17/2026 – Ottawa, ON – Rainbow Bistro
4/18/2026 – Quebec City, QC – L’Anti Bar & Spectacles
4/19/2026 – Montreal, QC – Piranha Bar
4/21/2026 – Albany, NY – Empire Underground
4/22/2026 – Old Town, ME – The Old Town Theatre
4/23/2026 – Manchester, NH – Jewel Music Venue
4/24/2026 – Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz
4/25/2026 – Harrisburg, PA – TBA
4/26/2026 – Richmond, VA – Ember Music Hall
4/29/2026 – Raleigh, NC – Chapel Of Bones
4/30/2026 – Greenville, SC – Radio Room
5/1/2026 – Nashville, TN – Exit/In
5/2/2026 – Atlanta, GA – Boggs Social & Supply
5/3/2026 – Bradenton, FL – Oscura

Dropkick Murphys To Play Free Minneapolis Memorial Concert

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Punk rock veterans Dropkick Murphys will perform a free acoustic memorial concert in Minneapolis on March 6, 2026 at 1 PM, ahead of their sold-out show at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul that evening. The performance honors Alex Pretti and Renée Good and stands as a public moment of remembrance for the Twin Cities community.

The concert will take place near the site where Pretti was killed, now a gathering point for reflection and solidarity. Local artists and musicians including Wild Colonial Bhoys, DJ Jacques, Kiss the Tiger, Sophie Hiroko, Chutes, Laamar, and Obi Original and The Shackletons will join the tribute. Community partners include Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Show Up for Eat Street, Immigrant Law Center and South Minneapolis Families Fund.

Ken Casey said, “We are so proud of how Minnesota stood up and met this moment and we are so sad for the community and for the Pretti and Good families for what they’ve gone through, so it is an honor to come down and be able to play some music for the people and let them know we stand in solidarity with them.” Anna Schmitz added, “We’re looking forward to having a time for the community to come together to honor Alex’s life and show the strength, resilience, and beauty of this neighborhood.”

The event will be livestreamed globally by Valor Media and Save America Movement at AbolishICE.live, with additional streaming via Meidas Touch. Funds raised will support rent relief, small businesses on Eat Street, immigrant legal services and families in South Minneapolis. The afternoon centers on unity, music and direct support for those impacted.

Brooklyn Pop Disruptor Leaf Levels Up With ‘In Your Dreams’

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Leaf steps into a bigger spotlight with ‘In Your Dreams,’ a high-gloss, pop-charged statement that pushes her Dreamgirl universe further into full control mode. The Brooklyn artist frames the project around ambition and self-authorship, led by “Nobody” featuring Groovy. The tone is unapologetic. The vision is locked.

Where ‘Dreamgirl’ introduced her world, this release expands it. Tracks like “Revenge,” “Trust Funds” featuring Deto Black, “The Lead” featuring Lexy Pantera, and “Stunt on You” featuring Cleotrapa and Deto Black lean into bass-heavy confidence and sharp hooks. The reworked “Sponsor RMX” featuring Scarlip builds on the impact of the original anthem produced by Citoonthebeat. The sound is sleek, direct and built for replay.

The project’s emotional core runs deeper than flex culture. Before industry buzz and fashion campaigns, Leaf was mapping out her future in detail, writing down the life she wanted and moving toward it step by step. ‘In Your Dreams’ becomes the soundtrack to that evolution, documenting growth from survival mode to self-made architect. The energy feels intentional and earned.

Trained at LaGuardia High School for the Performing Arts, Leaf began crafting her own production early, blending hypnotic R&B melodies with pop polish and hip-hop edge. With partnerships spanning Pat McGrath, Calvin Klein, Good American and Baby Phat, she operates across music and fashion without losing her center. ‘In Your Dreams’ lands as a statement of scale and direction.

New York Ska Jazz Collective David Hillyard And The Rocksteady 7 Serve Up ‘Home For Dinner’

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New York ska jazz collective David Hillyard & The Rocksteady 7 return with ‘Home For Dinner,’ a vibrant new album rooted in Jamaican rhythm and jazz tradition. Formed in 1992 by saxophonist David Hillyard of The Slackers, the group continues to refine a sound built on deep groove, melodic nuance and the communal energy of classic ska. The record is out now via Org Music on LP, CD and digital.

Co-produced and mixed by Roger Rivas of The Aggrolites, the album reflects the band’s open-door ethos and rotating-cast dynamic. Anchored by legendary percussionist Larry McDonald, the sessions feature guest vocalists Chris Murray, BNegão and Felipe Machado, along with keyboard contributions from Rivas, Vic Ruggiero and Mike Sarason. Backing vocals from Chiquis Lozoya and the late Greg Lee expand the extended family connection to Hepcat and beyond.

The first single “Until Then” featuring Chris Murray pairs classic ska rhythm with melodic songwriting, while the title track “Home For Dinner” delivers a buoyant instrumental led by bright horns and a joyful pulse. Both tracks are streaming now and capture the spirit of a band playing with precision and warmth. The energy feels lived-in and celebratory.

Across the album, original compositions sit alongside inventive takes on “Ca Purange,” “Mack the Knife,” “Mi Estrella,” and “Grazing in the Grass,” filtered through the group’s distinctive rhythmic lens. The vinyl edition arrives as a double LP pressed on transparent red with a double-sided insert, underscoring a release designed for collectors and dance floors alike.

Los Angeles Hip-Hop Breakout GELO Drops “Backyard Ball” With Swagger

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Lacing up for another chapter, Gold-certified breakout Los Angeles rapper GELO (LiAngelo Ball) unleashes a scorching new single entitled “Backyard Ball” via Def Jam Recordings. Listen HERE.

GELO sounds as victorious as ever on “Backyard Ball.” An energetic synth loop brushes up against tense hi-hats, and he delivers a fast-paced flow spiked with swagger and style. He drops classic hoop references into his bars and makes an ESPN First Take-style proclamation, “Like the Bulls in the 90s, every year my year.” Confident and charismatic all at once, he lets the competition know, “My team undefeated.

Last year, GELO rocketed to the forefront of the culture. He shook the game with the Platinum-certified “Tweaker” and his full-length debut, League of My Own. Beyond posting up hundreds of millions of streams and attracting collabs with Lil Wayne and GloRilla, it earned widespread acclaim from the likes of StereogumVIBEBleacher Report, and more. Billboard christened him 2025’s “Hip-Hop Rookie of the Year, and UPROXX affirmed, “Few rappers these days see the kind of breakout success from a debut effort as GELO has.” Not to mention, he earned a spot among XXL’s coveted “Freshman Class” 2025, gracing the cover. Moreover, he hit the stage for stunning performances at the BET Awards Pre-Show, 2025 ESPY AwardsNBA All-Star GameRolling Loud, and more.

With “Backyard Ball, it’s clear he’s back in the game, and he isn’t playing around.

Be on the lookout for more soon.

When GELO gets on the microphone, his hunger is practically audible. The Southern California native born LiAngelo Ball raps with an unmatched level of drive and ambition fueled by his lifelong passion for music. Over the years, he has quietly filled dozens of notebooks with rhymes, spent countless hours freestyling, and recorded hundreds of songs. This under-the-radar grind has prepared him for his moment. As a kid, he developed a deep appreciation for music. Upon hearing 50 Cent’s Get Rich Or Die Tryin’, he decided to grab a pen and write raps of his own. At 18-years-old, he recorded in a studio for the first time. Simultaneously, he excelled on the court, playing basketball internationally, earning a contract with the Detroit Pistons, and shining on the Greensboro Swarm. At the top of 2025, he entered the world-famous Paramount Recording Studios in Hollywood and left with “albums’ worth of material. The breakout “Tweaker” would just be the first one to pop. Beyond debuting in the Top 30 of the Billboard Hot 100 and amassing millions of streams, it catapulted to #1 on the TikTok Top 50 Viral Chart, #1 on the Apple Music Hip-Hop Chart, #1 on the iTunes Hip-Hop/Rap Songs Chart, #1 on Genius, and #1 on US Shazam. It’s no wonder GQ hailed it as “the year’s first genuine heater, and Complex predicted, “‘Tweaker’ is probably not going anywhere anytime soon. Now, he introduces himself with a deluge of new material and his forthcoming debut project A League of My Own with Def Jam Recordings.

Japanese Rock Powerhouse MAN WITH A MISSION Unleash “MARKING NEW GROUND” Across The Americas

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Half man, half wolf, all rock force MAN WITH A MISSION launch the “MARKING NEW GROUND” tour this May, bringing their high-octane live show across North and South America. The run marks a bold new chapter as the Japanese rock phenomenon headlines cities they have never played before, expanding their global footprint while connecting with fans who discovered them through iconic anime themes.

The tour kicks off May 14 in San Francisco at August Hall, followed by a special appearance at Los Angeles’ ZIPANGU Festival on May 16. The wolfpack then heads to Mexico for dates in Monterrey at Show Center Complex on May 19 and Mexico City at Foro Teambro on May 21. From there, the band storms Santiago’s Coliseum Theatre on May 24 before closing May 27 in São Paulo at Carioca Club.

Central to the setlist are defining tracks including “Kizuna no Kiseki” from Demon Slayer, “Merry Go Round” from My Hero Academia and “Raise your flag” from Mobile Suit Gundam Iron Blooded Orphans. These anthems, alongside deep cuts from across their catalog, anchor a show built for die-hard followers and anime-first newcomers alike. The energy is relentless and the scope is global.

Jean Ken Johnny says, “We are very proud to announce and more than looking forward to this upcoming tour. Hope to see our fellow fans and new friends at each and every country, especially the two new areas which are the first time for us to visit, Chile and Brazil. Those who always waited for us, those who discovered us recently, thank you all, we are The MAN WITH A MISSION and here we come.”

MAY 2026 – NORTH & SOUTH AMERICA
MAN WITH A MISSION – MARKING NEW GROUND

May 14 – USA – San Francisco – August Hall
May 16 – USA – Los Angeles – ZIPANGU Festival
May 19 – Mexico – Monterrey – Show Center Complex
May 21 – Mexico – Mexico City – Foro Teambro
May 24 – Chile – Santiago – Coliseum Theatre
May 27 – Brazil – São Paulo – Carioca Club

Pacific Northwest Women-Owned Record Store Musicology Leads “1% For WIV” Vinyl Industry Push

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Pacific Northwest women-owned record store Musicology will join nearly 20 select record shops across the U.S. on March 8 for the “1% for WIV” campaign benefiting Women in Vinyl. The national nonprofit supports women and underrepresented voices across the vinyl industry, funding mentorship, scholarships and career development initiatives.

Owned by Rachel Gardner, a board member of Women in Vinyl, Musicology is helping drive the effort locally by donating a percentage of March 8 sales to the organization. The funds directly support DJs, producers, cutting engineers and pressing plant operators building careers across the vinyl ecosystem. The focus is direct action and long-term access.

The day will also feature live music and in-store activations at Musicology, creating space for community connection while spotlighting industry advocacy. The broader mission centers on strengthening pathways into vinyl production and leadership roles. The momentum reflects a growing national movement within independent record culture.

As a women-owned shop rooted near Seattle, Musicology continues to position itself as both a retail hub and a platform for equity within the music business. March 8 marks a coordinated effort to channel record store energy into tangible impact across the industry.

Vanessa Carlton Reveals “Great House” From ‘Veils’

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Vanessa Carlton unveils “Great House,” a new track from her upcoming seventh studio album ‘Veils,’ arriving in April 2026. Produced by Dave Fridmann (MGMT, Flaming Lips), the record marks another evolution for Carlton, whose career continues to expand beyond the expectations set by her early chart success.

“‘Great House’ is about the place that shapes you the most – this place can be a childhood home, or simply a time of coming of age. This song honors this soul shaping experience and reveals that although we move on, we can never leave our ‘Great House.’” Carlton’s piano-driven storytelling anchors the track, pairing reflection with melodic lift. The atmosphere is intimate and resonant.

Carlton’s U.S. tour in support of ‘Veils’ is on sale now, with $1 from each ticket benefiting Save The Music Foundation. She will also headline a summer U.K. run alongside major festival appearances. From City Winery stages to festival fields, the new material moves directly into live performance.

From her discovery by Ahmet Ertegun to the global success of “A Thousand Miles,” Carlton has built a catalogue that spans pop, indie and theatrical work, including her Broadway turn as Carole King and recent film scoring with John McCauley for Wish You Were Here directed by Julia Stiles. ‘Veils’ continues that forward motion.

Veils 2026 Tour

April 24 – Pittsburgh, PA – City Winery
April 25 – Pittsburgh, PA – City Winery
April 26 – Cincinnati, OH – Ludlow Garage
April 28 – Chicago, IL – City Winery
April 29 – Chicago, IL – City Winery
May 1 – St Louis, MO – City Winery
May 2 – St Louis, MO – City Winery
May 3 – Nashville, TN – City Winery
May 5 – Atlanta – City Winery
May 6 – Atlanta – City Winery
May 8 – Alexandria, VA – The Birchmere
May 9 – Philadelphia, PA – City Winery
May 10 – Philadelphia, PA – City Winery
May 12 – Boston, MA – City Winery
May 13 – Boston, MA – City Winery
May 15 – New York, NY – City Winery – SOLD OUT
May 16 – New York, NY – City Winery – SOLD OUT
May 17 – Pawtucket, RI – The Met

U.K. Festival And Tour Dates

July 21 – London – Islington Assembly Hall
July 22 – Bristol – Thekla
July 24 – Sheffield – Tramlines Festival
July 25 – Suffolk – Latitude Festival
July 26 – Oxfordshire – Truck Festival
July 28 – Manchester – Band on the Wall
July 29 – Glasgow – St. Luke’s
July 30 – Cumbria – Kendal Calling
Aug 1 – Pikehall – Y Not Festival
Aug 2 – Tewkesbury – App Fest

Keith Urban Returns To Niagara Falls For One Night

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Fallsview Casino Resort is thrilled to welcome back superstar Keith Urban to the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino on Thursday, August 20, 2026.  Tickets go on sale on Friday, February 27 at 10:00am through ticketmaster.ca.

“Keith Urban is one of the best live performers, full of emotion, energy and showmanship and we are elated to welcome him back to  the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino!” says Cathy Price, Vice President of Marketing & Resort Operations, Niagara Casinos.

Keith Urban has spent the better part of his life harnessing a deep-seated passion for music.  This, when combined with his authenticity, talent and driving musical inquisitiveness, helps to understand why he is one of the most successful and well-respected artists in the world.  He’s won four GRAMMY Awards, thirteen CMAs (including 2x Entertainer of the Year), fifteen ACMs (including the prestigious Triple Crown for winner Best New Artist, Male Vocalist and Entertainer of the Year), three AMAs, two People’s Choice Awards, celebrated nine consecutive gold (2), platinum or multi-platinum albums (11), which have produced more than 11 BILLION streams. Urban’s latest studio release HIGH has produced songs that feature huge hook choruses, optimism, celebratory fun and revelation, “Heart Like A Hometown,” Straight Line,” “Go Home W U” with Lainey Wilson, and “Messed Up As Me” amongst them.  It’s these songs and Urban’s incredible catalogue of hits including “Blue Ain’t Your Color,” “Wasted Time,” “Somebody Like You,” “Long Hot Summer” and “One Too Many,” his duet with P!nk, that fueled his acclaimed HIGH AND ALIVE WORLD TOUR which concluded in October ’25. For those who have experienced an Urban concert, and especially for those who haven’t, his first full-length, live concert album of his career HIGH AND A(LIVE), is a must-see experience.

Show date & performance
Keith Urban
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Showtime: 8:00pm
Venue: OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino

Tickets for Keith Urban go on sale Friday, February 27 at 10:00am.