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Alice Cooper Inducted Into 2025 Radio Hall of Fame

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Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and shock-rock pioneer Alice Cooper has officially been inducted into the 2025 Radio Hall of Fame, cementing his place among the most influential voices in broadcasting. The honor recognizes Cooper’s two-decade career on the airwaves as host of the nationally syndicated programs “Nights with Alice Cooper” and “Alice’s Attic with Alice Cooper,” which is currently distributed by Superadio Networks.

“Hearing my songs across stations around the world never gets old. Hosting Nights With Alice Cooper and, more recently, Alice’s Attic, has deepened my love of radio, playing records, telling stories and connecting with listeners everywhere,” Cooper said. “For that, I want to first thank Andy Denemark from United Stations, who believed in Nights With Alice Cooper and made it happen. And a special thanks to Eric Faison and his team at Superadio, who helped us re-launch the show as Alice’s Attic and have done an incredible job growing the show.”

First inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2011, Cooper revolutionized the sound and spectacle of rock with his theatrical, genre-bending performances that shaped glam, metal and punk. His enduring passion for storytelling and music discovery translated seamlessly to radio, where Alice’s Attic delivers a five-hour daily mix of classic rock staples, deep cuts and behind-the-scenes tales to fans across the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia.

Held on Oct. 30 at the Swissôtel Chicago, the 2025 Radio Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony also celebrated ten other broadcasting luminaries, including Tom ‘Mojo’ Carballo (Mojo in the Morning), Colin Cowherd (Fox Sports Radio), Bob Lacey & Sheri Lynch (The Bob & Sheri Show), DeDe McGuire (DeDe in the Morning), Martha Quinn (The Martha Quinn Show), Scott Simon (NPR’s Weekend Edition) and Shelley ‘The Playboy’ Stewart, as well as industry executives Mike McVay and Julie Talbott.

For more information on the 2025 inductees, visit radiohalloffame.com.

The Wiggles Announce 2026 North American Tour With ‘The Tree of Wisdom Spectacular’

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Beloved Australian icons The Wiggles are heading back to North America in 2026 with The Tree of Wisdom Spectacular Tour, supporting their new family album The Tree of Wisdom, available now. The tour promises a colorful celebration of timeless Wiggles classics like “Fruit Salad Yummy Yummy” and “Hot Potato,” alongside new songs such as “Rattlin’ Bog” and “Bush Doof!.” Tickets go on sale Friday, November 7. The tour announcement follows the group’s surprise appearance at Teddy Swims’ sold-out Sydney concert, where they joined him onstage for a joyful medley of Wiggles favorites — a moment Swims called a “dream come true.”

The Tree of Wisdom character, created by Dominic Field, has become a viral phenomenon, amassing over 200 million social media views and drawing fans from Robert De Niro to Dolly Parton. Co-founder and OG Blue Wiggle Anthony Field said the project blends The Wiggles’ signature educational approach with fresh sounds and universal fun. “The Tree of Wisdom is one of the most instantly beloved characters we’ve ever introduced,” said Field. Alongside the tour, The Wiggles are launching a new North American online store featuring exclusive merchandise and a dancing Tree of Wisdom doll.

The Wiggles 2026 North American Tree of Wisdom Spectacular Tour Dates:
Aug 12 – Orlando, FL – Hard Rock Live
Aug 13 – Jacksonville, FL – Moran Theatre at JCPAC
Aug 15 – Macon, GA – Macon City Auditorium
Aug 16 – Atlanta, GA – Cobb Energy Centre
Aug 17 – Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
Aug 18 – Tysons, VA – Capital One Hall
Aug 19 – Hershey, PA – Hershey Theatre
Aug 20 – Philadelphia, PA – Miller Theatre
Aug 22 – New York, NY – Beacon Theatre
Aug 23 – Montclair, NJ – Wellmont Theatre
Aug 24 – Boston, MA – Wang Theatre
Aug 26 – Ottawa, ON – TD Place Arena
Aug 29 – Toronto, ON – Meridian Hall

Punk Rebel Illegal Mind Returns With Fierce New Single “No Test No Voice”

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Illegal Mind, the one-man punk uprising led by Maxx Dee, has unleashed his latest sonic blast, “No Test No Voice” — a searing anthem of frustration, rebellion, and raw truth. Built entirely by Dee with guitar, bass, vocals, and a distortion-drenched DAW, the track rips through digital numbness like a live wire. “Freedom of speech should be earned, not abused,” he growls, turning punk into a reflection of modern decay rather than nostalgia. With its jagged riffs and unflinching commentary on social media addiction and performative outrage, the song captures a rare sense of urgency — rebellion without filters.

In the world of Illegal Mind, every sound is handcrafted chaos — equal parts punk defiance and alternative metal venom. The single’s artwork, depicting a faceless crowd glowing in the blue light of their screens, completes the message: this is the mirror we’ve been avoiding. Building on earlier tracks like “Riding Eleanor” and “Zombie Girl,” “No Test No Voice” lights a bonfire for what’s left of punk’s soul. And with a new EP set for 2025, Maxx Dee stands as one of the few artists still screaming through the static — unafraid, unfiltered, and unwilling to turn the volume down.

Country Pop Star Twinnie Shines in New Video for “Don’t Need a Cowboy”

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Country pop powerhouse Twinnie has released the official video for her shimmering single “Don’t Need a Cowboy,” directed by Joey Schrader. Filmed in the sun-drenched expanse of Joshua Tree National Park, the video captures the song’s radiant message of confidence and independence, blending western landscapes with bursts of disco glamour. The single’s mix of country storytelling and dance floor sparkle showcases Twinnie’s fearless individuality and signature wit, pairing a Dolly Parton charm with pop polish. Holler praised the clip for embodying “the freedom and joyful independence that permeate the track.”

With over 225K streams since its October release, “Don’t Need a Cowboy” continues Twinnie’s standout year following BCMA nominations for Best Female Artist and Best Single (“Hypothetically”) and her scene-stealing cameo in Rob Brydon’s BBC Two documentary Honky Tonk Road Trip. The new single sets the stage for her Dirt Road Disco Tour, which brings her signature mix of heart, humor, and high-energy performance to venues across the UK.

Dirt Road Disco Tour Dates:
March 21 – The Lexington, London
March 27 – Stereo, Glasgow
March 28 – The Crescent, York
March 29 – The Deaf Institute, Manchester
April 4 – Komedia Studio, Brighton

MONSTA X Celebrate 10 Years With ‘CONNECT X’ Coming to Cinemas Worldwide

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MONSTA X are celebrating their 10th anniversary with the cinematic release of MONSTA X : CONNECT X IN CINEMAS, hitting select theaters worldwide on December 3 and 7. Filmed over three explosive nights in July 2025 at Seoul’s KSPO DOME, the concert film captures the electrifying energy of their MONSTA X CONNECT X live show. Fans can expect breathtaking performances of new songs like “Fire & Ice” alongside fan-favorites “BEASTMODE,” “WHO DO U LOVE?,” and “Secrets,” plus exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes footage that spotlight the group’s decade-long journey together.

Presented in immersive formats including SCREENX, 4DX, ULTRA 4DX, and 2D, CONNECT X brings MONSTA X’s raw stage presence to the big screen like never before. The film, directed by Yeji Lee and Yoondong Oh and produced by David Tu Sun Song, is distributed globally by Trafalgar Releasing (excluding South Korea and Japan). Fans can grab tickets now at monstax-incinemas.com and experience the band’s unmatched live power and emotional reflections as they mark 10 years of music, brotherhood, and connection with their global fanbase, MONBEBE.

Kelly Clarkson Extends Her 2026 Las Vegas Residency ‘Studio Sessions’ at The Colosseum

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Global superstar Kelly Clarkson has announced additional 2026 performances for Kelly Clarkson: Studio Sessions – The Las Vegas Residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. The acclaimed residency has become a must-see showcase of Clarkson’s powerhouse vocals and stage presence, featuring fan favorites like “Stronger,” “Since U Been Gone,” and “Breakaway,” alongside heartfelt new songs “Mine” and “Where Have You Been.” Backed by her longtime band and collaborators, Clarkson’s performances fuse intimacy and spectacle, celebrating every chapter of her career.

Presales begin Tuesday, November 4 at 10 a.m. local time, with general on-sale opening Friday, November 7. Alongside her residency, Clarkson continues to shine as host of The Kelly Clarkson Show, which recently kicked off its seventh season from New York’s Rockefeller Center. Since its 2019 debut, the show has become a staple of daytime television, earning 22 Daytime Emmy Awards and multiple People’s Choice, Gracie, and Webby Awards — cementing Clarkson’s legacy as one of entertainment’s most dynamic and beloved talents.

The new dates of Clarkson’s Studio Sessions residency are Aug. 7, 8, 14 and 15. She also has previously announced shows scheduled for this month, July and August.

MWSOG Ignite Welsh Folk Rebellion With Debut Single “Chwyldro”

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Welsh nine-piece collective MWSOG have released their spellbinding debut single “Chwyldro” via BWGiBWGAN, blending the ancient pulse of Cymru’s folklore with the fire of modern rebellion. Translating to “Revolution,” the track gallops forward on thunderous drums and harmonium, merging the raw beauty of Welsh storytelling with a dark, ritualistic energy. Mari Mathias leads with a voice that feels both elemental and eternal, channeling the spirits of myth and history through waves of acid-folk and heavy psychedelia. “MWSOG allows me to embody the teachings of the Mabinogi, ancient voices so old we can no longer trace their source,” she says. “Much of what we write follows these quiet threads – the weaving of nature and metal, the pulse between the industrial and the soil.”

Recorded beneath the ancient standing stones of the Preseli Hills, “Chwyldro” draws from Wales’ long tradition of uprising and endurance, from the Rebecca Riots to the echoes of miners’ songs. “We wanted to retell the struggles of our ancestors through modern musical language,” says drummer Luke Huw Llewellyn. Guitarist Grant Jones adds, “It felt ancient, like it had been waiting to be found.” Produced by Steffan Pringle, the single captures a collision of past and present – the sound of ghosts, rebellion, and renewal. MWSOG’s live performances are already building myth of their own: wild, communal, and steeped in ceremony. With “Chwyldro,” they emerge as torchbearers of Welsh culture and defiance, transforming tradition into something bold, mystical, and fiercely alive.

Cannons and Bob Moses Announce Co-Headline 2026 ‘Afterglow Tour’

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Alternative/electro-pop band Cannons will join forces with electronic duo Bob Moses for the 2026 ‘Afterglow Tour,’ a co-headlining trek that promises to be one of the hottest spring tours of the year. The North American run kicks off March 31 in Phoenix and includes stops at some of the continent’s most iconic venues, including two nights at Brooklyn Paramount and a massive show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado.

The announcement comes as Cannons release their new single, “All I Need,” their first new music since the 2023 album ‘Heartbeat Highway.’ “The lyrics ‘falling, down again / I’m burning for you’ and ‘all I need is your love’ come from that place of being worn down to nothing, yet still reaching for the one thing that feels grounding and worth surviving for,” says frontwoman Michelle Joy. “In the middle of it all, we grew even closer as a band. Our love for each other, and the process of making music we love together, carried us through the darkness into the light, the same journey the song holds.”

The Afterglow Tour – 2026 Dates
March 31 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
April 2 – Dallas, TX – The Bomb Factory
April 3 – Austin, TX – Moody Amphitheater
April 4 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall
April 6 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy
April 7 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle
April 8 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore Charlotte
April 10 – Philadelphia, PA – Fillmore
April 11 – Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE
April 13 – Boston, MA – Roadrunner
April 15 – Washington, DC – The Anthem
April 16 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount
April 17 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount
April 19 – Toronto, ON – History
April 22 – Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed (Indoor)
April 23 – St. Paul, MN – Palace Theatre
April 24 – Milwaukee, WI – Landmark Credit Union Live
April 26 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
April 27 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Union
April 29 – Sacramento, CA – Channel 24
May 2 – San Diego, CA – The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
July 14 – Tacoma, WA – Dune Peninsula
July 15 – Troutdale, OR – Edgefield
July 17 – Berkeley, CA – Greek Theatre
July 19 – Los Angeles, CA – Venue TBA

Montreux Jazz Festival Miami Returns With Nile Rodgers, TOTO, Bomba Estéreo, and Jon Batiste

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The Montreux Jazz Festival Miami has revealed its electrifying 2026 lineup, bringing together a genre-blurring mix of icons and innovators. This year’s bill features Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Nile Rodgers with CHIC, six-time Grammy-winning band TOTO, Colombian electro-tropical collective Bomba Estéreo, French-Caribbean soul-funk artist Adi Oasis, and a special performance from celebrated Cuban percussionist and vocalist Pedrito Martinez. Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue will also join forces with seven-time Grammy and Oscar winner Jon Batiste for a New Orleans ThrowDown Jam Session to kick off the festival on February 27.

The three-day event returns February 27 to March 1 at The Hangar at Regatta Grove in Coconut Grove, transforming the 1,500-capacity venue into a vibrant showcase of musical spontaneity. Known for its intimate late-night jam sessions, Montreux Jazz Festival Miami continues to blur boundaries, with Batiste curating a lineup that celebrates connection, culture, and surprise. “Bringing that energy to Miami has been such a joy,” says Batiste. “You never know what’s going to happen, and that’s what makes it so special.” CEO Mathieu Jaton adds, “This festival is about people coming together, discovering new sounds and celebrating the power of music to bring joy and unity.”

With Grammy-winning producer Emilio Estefan joining as co-owner and investor, the festival’s ties to Miami’s cultural landscape grow even stronger. Single-day tickets begin at $199, with VIP options at $599 and Legend tickets at $899, available via the festival’s official website.

Montreux Jazz Festival Miami 2026 Lineup

Feb. 27 – Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue + New Orleans ThrowDown Jam hosted by Trombone Shorty & Jon Batiste, with special guests
Feb. 28 – Nile Rodgers & CHIC / TOTO / Adi Oasis
March 1 – Bomba Estéreo / Pedrito Martinez

George Thorogood & The Destroyers Announce 2026 ‘Baddest Show On Earth’ Tour

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George Thorogood & The Destroyers are hitting the road again with the 2026 continuation of their ‘Baddest Show On Earth’ Tour, kicking off March 6 in Highland, California. The first leg of the tour spans 21 dates, reaching fans across the U.S. and Canada, including stops in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario. “When we decided to call this tour ‘The Baddest Show On Earth,’ we had no doubt we could back it up night after night,” says Thorogood. “We’re playing great venues in some of our favorite markets, and it’s guaranteed we can make you feel like a teenager again.”

Celebrating over five decades, 8,000+ performances, and more than 15 million albums sold, Thorogood and his longtime band — Jeff Simon (drums), Bill Blough (bass), Jim Suhler (guitar), and Buddy Leach (saxophone) — continue to bring their powerhouse hits like “Bad To The Bone,” “Move It On Over,” “I Drink Alone,” and “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer” to life on stage. Following a year that saw Thorogood’s guitar placed on permanent exhibit at The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and a national PBS special Recorded Live at Analog, the 2026 tour cements his legacy as one of rock’s most enduring and electrifying performers.

George Thorogood & The Destroyers – ‘Baddest Show On Earth’ Tour (First Leg)

March 6 – Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, Highland, CA
March 7 – Edgewater Casino Resort, Laughlin, NV
March 8 – Bank of America PAC, Thousand Oaks, CA
March 10 – Uptown Theatre, Napa, CA
March 11 – Gallo Center for the Arts, Modesto, CA
March 13 – Spirit Mountain Casino, Grand Ronde, OR
March 14 – Great Canadian Casino Vancouver, Coquitlam, BC
March 15 – Great Canadian Casino Vancouver, Coquitlam, BC
March 17 – Sandman Centre, Kamloops, BC
March 19 – River Cree Resort & Casino, Enoch, AB
March 20 – Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, Calgary, AB
March 22 – Conexus Arts Centre, Regina, SK
March 24 – Burton Cummings Theatre, Winnipeg, MB
March 25 – Duluth Convention Center, Duluth, MN
March 27 – FireKeepers Casino, Battle Creek, MI
March 28 – Brown County Music Center, Nashville, IN
March 29 – Rialto Square Theatre, Joliet, IL
March 31 – Midland Theatre, Newark, OH
April 2 – FirstOntario Concert Hall, Hamilton, ON
April 3 – Casino Rama, Orillia, ON
April 4 – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Ottawa, ON