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A Comprehensive Guide to Invisalign

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Invisalign has become the go-to procedure in recent times when it comes to perfecting your smile. As the orthodontic industry has progressed considerably over the years, Invisalign has been introduced as an alternative to traditional braces. As the name suggests, Invisalign consists of invisible aligners. They are made using a thin sheet of acrylics that is not easily visible to the naked eye. Contrary to what you might be misled into believing, Invisalign is extremely effective.

How Does Invisalign Work?

The Invisalign process includes the use of removable aligners. These aligners are invisible and provide amazing convenience. You do not need to worry about any pain as the process is virtually pain-free. However, you should keep in mind that you would experience some inconvenience initially. As you consistently wear Invisalign, your teeth would be straightened and aligned. Thus, your smile would be restored.

A flexible acrylic-based plastic is used to create the aligners that are customized at each stage to achieve the desired look. The acrylic is gluten, latex, BPS, and BPA free. The FDA has approved Invisalign. A great thing about Invisalign is that you get to discuss your preference with the dentist.

Digital Mapping

To create the aligners, digital mapping is done. The process involves the application and curation of aligners. Through digital mapping, an in-depth study of your teeth would be done. It would be customized just for you. The orthodontic sites within the mouth will be studied by the dentist to tailor the Invisalign.

Once digital mapping has been completed, a fully customized Invisalign would be produced for the prescribed time. As Invisalign aligners are difficult to distinguish with our naked eye, nobody would be able to notice that you are wearing them unlike metal braces which are easily visible. Moreover, you can simply take off the aligners to clean your teeth, drink, and eat. Thus, Invisalign is the best option amongst kids and teens that are worried about getting bullied.

Treatment Process

The treatment begins during the initial appointment where you would meet with the dentist for a consultation. The dentist would map out your teeth using 3D technology. Some x-rays would also be run to get a better idea of your teeth. It is followed by taking an impression of your teeth. This enables your dentist to easily map the Invisalign and customize the aligners as per your requirements. After the process is done, the dentist will contact you for a fitting. The aligners will be changed regularly.

How Long Does The Invisalign Process Last?

After the digital mapping is done, you will need to wear the aligners for about 12 to 18 months. The procedure varies from individual to individual. The aligners have to be worn for 20 to 22 hours every day. You can take them off to eat, drink, brush, and floss. As your teeth get aligned, you would not need to wear aligners any longer.

Benefits of Invisalign

Ever since Invisalign was first introduced, it has taken the world by a storm. According to the website of this expert New York Invisalign dentist, Invisalign can correct problems like spacing between teeth, overcrowding, crossbite, overbite, underbite and crooked teeth. There are many advantages of Invisalign as mentioned below.

  1. Less Consultation and Easier to Map

One of the best things about Invisalign is that it requires less consultation and is a lot easier to map. It requires minimum office visits. This makes it the perfect option for those of you that do not have the time to visit the dentist as often. Furthermore, the aligners would be completely tailored to your needs.

  1. Comfort

Another reason why Invisalign is amazing is because it provides outstanding comfort. The aligners are very comfortable to wear unlike metal braces. This means that you should have no problem wearing the aligners for 20 to 22 hours every day. Besides, there would be fewer chances of your mouth getting injured.

  1. Easy to Wear and Remove

Invisalign is designed for ease of use and removal. You should have no trouble wearing the aligners and taking them off. Thus, you can take off the aligners to drink, eat, floss, and brush.

  1. Completely Invisible

An obvious benefit of Invisalign aligners is that they are not visible to the naked eye. This makes it the ideal option for you if you are worried about anyone making fun of you.

Conclusion

Invisalign has revolutionized the way teeth are aligned. The aligners provide better wear ability, versatility, and comfort. They are a lot easier to wear and use as compared to metal braces. Hence, you should schedule an appointment with a dentist to achieve that perfect smile.

Mariah Carey’s Isolated Vocals For “All I Want For Christmas Is You”

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Mariah Carey’s Isolated Vocals For “All I Want For Christmas Is You”

Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You is now just the second-ever song to hit #1 the Hot 100 in two completely separate stints, following Chubby Checker’s The Twist.

SiriusXM Reveals ‘Future Five for 2021’ and Welcomes ‘The Class of 2020’ in Music

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SiriusXM Reveals ‘Future Five for 2021’ and Welcomes ‘The Class of 2020’ in Music

The music discovery and curation team at SiriusXM announced today its “Future Five” artists for 2021 and the “Class of 2020” during this unique and unparalleled year in music.

(L-R Row 1: Arizona Zervas, Phoebe Bridgers, Roddy Ricch; Row 2: Doja Cat, Ashe, Joel Corry; Row 3: Wallows, Cannons; Row 4: Niko Moon, Powfu, Clairo; Row 5: Fire From The Gods, Gabby Barrett, NLE Choppa)

“In this year of dramatic change and challenges, SiriusXM has remained committed to being the premier music discovery platform for artists and listeners alike,” said Steve Blatter, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Music Programming, SiriusXM. “Our listeners depend on us to consistently introduce them to music from new and developing artists across all genres, and once again our team delivered.  We are proud to present our ‘Class of 2020’ and the ‘Future Five of 2021.'”

The ‘Future Five for 2021’ consists of five new artists that SiriusXM predicts will break through in 2021. Year after year SiriusXM’s Future Five picks have proven to be successful and are often, if not always, artists that SiriusXM is first to champion.  Future Five selections for 2020 included major breakthrough success stories from Doja Cat, Gabby Barrett, and Roddy Rich.

SiriusXM’s ‘Future Five for 2021’:

Don Toliver
Drew Parker
Fousheé
Royal & The Serpent
Zero 9:36

Don Toliver: The Houston rapper’s now Gold-certified hit “After Party” was first played on SiriusXM’s Hip Hop Nation on May 1, 2020, in which the channel continues to lead the nation on plays to date.   As an early champion, Hip Hop Nation remains one of the leaders on the song, which peaked at No. 10 on Billboard’s Top 100 and No. 6 on Forbes’ ‘Biggest songs of the Week’ list. Hip Hop Nation continues to support Toliver as a featured artist on Internet Money’s “Lemonade.”

Drew Parker:  Selected as a prestigious “Highway Find,” the highly sought-after spotlight platform on SiriusXM’s Highway channel, Parker’s “While You’re Gone” was first played by the channel as an unsigned artist on October 5, 2020. Past “Highway Find” artists include Luke Combs, Sam Hunt, Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, Chase Rice, Cole Swindell, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line, Maddie and Tae, and Maren Morris.

Fousheé:  SiriusXM’s The Heat became the first broadcast outlet to play “Deep End,” in October of 2020 and continues leads the nation in airplay.  Foushee’s music is currently being supported on several SiriusXM channels across multiple genres including SiriusXM Hits 1, Alt Nation, Chill, Heart & Soul and Coffee House.

Royal & The Serpent:   SiriusXM’s Alt Nation was the first outlet in the country to play “Overwhelmed” back in July of 2020 as part of the channel’s “Critical Cut” program. The artist was also a part of  SiriusXM’s Next Wave Virtual Concert Series last week.  “Overwhelmed” has now been streamed over 32 million times and is currently in the top 10 on the Alternative radio charts.

Zero 9:36:  The rapper, singer and musician’s aggressive style and angry world view helped him become a cult figure in the Philadelphia Hip-Hop community and rise to an alternative artist with a nationwide following by the age of 22.  Now at 25, his music reflects the combination of rap and singing as guitars and electronics take on a bigger place in his arrangements.  SiriusXM’s Octane was the first radio outlet to play “Adrenaline” as an Octane “Accelerator” on November 11, 2020, which has led to increased streaming numbers and still no other radio support.

The ‘Class of 2020’ is composed of artists that SiriusXM was first to commit airplay and playlist support and subsequently went on to have a major breakthrough year. SiriusXM’s commitment to these artists extends across multiple channels. This year’s class includes artists in the, pop, country, hip-hop, alternative, indie, and hard rock:

SiriusXM’s ‘Class of 2020’:

*Denotes artist as a SiriusXM “Future Five” for 2020

Arizona Zervas*
Ashe
Cannons
Clairo
Doja Cat*
Fire From The Gods*
Gabby Barrett*
Joel Corry
Niko Moon
NLE Choppa
Phoebe Bridgers
Powfu
Roddy Rich*
Wallows

Alt Nation was the first broadcast outlet to play and add Ashe’s “Moral of The Story” at the top of 2020, within a week of its release, while SiriusXM Hits 1 followed the support as one of the first Top 40 radio channels to add the song, leading the nation in airplay. The song has since garnered over 170 million streams.

The SiriusXM Chill channel was the first broadcast outlet in the nation to play and commit airplay to Cannons’ “Fire For You” on May 12, 2020. That same month, Alt Nation became one of the first alternative radio outlets to feature the song on its new music show Advanced Placement. Both channels have led the nation in playing the record and the song has now entered the Top 10 on the Alternative radio chart.

Having supported indie-pop singer/songwriter Clairo since 2018, it’s no surprise SiriusXMU became the first broadcast outlet in the nation to play her song “Bags” from her debut full length album Immunity in 2019.  SiriusXMU’s support for Clairo’s song “Sofia” has led the nation in total airplay by more than double.  With over 93 million streams, the song just cracked the Top 20 on the Alternative chart.

SiriusXM’s BPM channel and Diplo’s Revolution were the first to support Joel Corry’s “Lonely” at the top of 2020. In July, both channels were again at the forefront in supporting Joel’s new music by playing  “Head & Heart” within 24 hours of the song’s release and have gone on to (along with SiriusXM’s Venus channel) lead the nation in support of the track, which has now accumulated over 64 million streams. The song went on to hold the No. 1 spot on BPM’s Top 20 Beats of The Week Countdown for eight  consecutive weeks. In August, all three channels again led the way in support of “Sorry” with Diplo’s Revolution being the first to play and continuing to lead the nation in support. All three songs have gone on to reach No. 1 on the Dance chart.

Country artist, Niko Moon has been supported by SiriusXM’s The Highway since 2019, when the channel became the first to play “Good Time” as a Highway Find.  To date, the channel leads the nation in total support  for the song, which has now garnered 125 million streams and is currently breaking into the Top 15 on the Country chart. The Highway’s support continued into 2020 by leading the nation on airplay for Moon’s songs “Paradise To Me,” and most recently “Dance With Me.”

After supporting NLE Choppa back in 2019 by playing “Camelot + Remix” more than double the amount of any other radio channel to date, SiriusXM’s Hip Hop Nation and The Heat became two of the first radio channels to play “Walk Em Down” f/ Roddy Rich earlier this year as well.  The song has gone on to reach the Top 10 on the Urban chart, while Hip Hop Nation also currently leads the nation in radio support for his latest single “Narrow Road” f/ Lil Baby.

In April of 2020, SiriusXMU world-debuted Phoebe Bridgers‘ song “Kyoto” prior to the drop of her now Grammy-nominated album, Punisher, which the channel also supported with an exclusive SiriusXMU Session. Additional support came from The Spectrum, Alt Nation and The Pulse over the summer of 2020. To date, Spectrum leads the nation in total airplay of “Kyoto,” and the song has now accumulated 13+ million on demand streams to date. Bridgers has since been nominated for four Grammy Awards in the categories of Best New Artist, Best Alternative Music Album and Best Rock Performance in 2021.

In February of 2020, Alt Nation became the first broadcast outlet to play “Deathbed” from Powfu, as part of the channel’s new music program, Advanced Placement. Soon after, the song was added to regular rotation on Alt Nation as a “Critical Cut.”  The record reached No. 2 on the Alternative chart in late June, landed in the top 10 on the Top 40 charts by August and has since accumulated over 360 million streams.

Alt Nation has supported Wallows since early 2018, and has continued that trend year after year, as the first radio outlet to support their song “Are You Bored Yet?” feat. Clairo  in March of 2019, which was prior to the release of their debut full length album Nothing Happens.  The song reached No. 2 on the Alternative chart in November of 2020 and has garnered 205 million streams to date.

Rounding out the ‘Class of 2020’ are the artists selected for SiriusXM’s ‘Future Five for 2020.’ All five artists had an undeniable breakthrough year in music.  Arizona Zervas first found early support of his now multi-platinum hit “Roxanne” on SiriusXM’s Hip Hop Nation, The Heat and Hits 1. The now Grammy Nominated singer/songwriter/rapper/producer, Doja Cat received her first national airplay for “Juicy” on SiriusXM’s Shade45, while The Heat, Venus and SiriusXM Hits 1 have all continued to support her music in 2020.  SiriusXM’s Octane was the first to play “Right Now” from rock-band Fire From the Gods, and their song went on to reach the Top 10 on the Active Rock charts.  For country artist Gabby Barrett, SiriusXM’s Highway was at the forefront of playing her breakthrough song “I Hope” when she was still an unsigned artist. The song went on to reach No. 1 on the Country chart, No. 4 on the Pop chart and has since accumulated over 525 million streams. Finally, Grammy Winner Roddy Rich was championed early by SiriusXM’s Hip Hop Nation, and continues to be supported by the channel as Rich heads into 2021 with eight Grammy Nominations and his breakthrough song “The Box” has garnered over 1.4 billion streams, the most of any song across all genres in 2020.

SiriusXM subscribers can listen to music from all these artists and more via SiriusXM radios on the SiriusXM app and at home with Amazon Alexa, the Google Assistant or however they stream in their house.  Streaming access is included for most subscribers. Go to www.siriusxm.com/ways-to-listen to learn more.

Led Zeppelin and Stern Pinball Announce New Rock and Roll Pinball Machines

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Led Zeppelin and Stern Pinball Announce New Rock and Roll Pinball Machines

Stern Pinball, Inc., a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball, announced today a new line of pinball machines based on the legendary rock band, Led Zeppelin and its music.  The Led Zeppelin pinball machines will be available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition (LE) models.

Formed in London in 1968, Led Zeppelin consisted of vocalist Robert Plant, guitarist Jimmy Page, bassist and keyboardist John Paul Jones, and drummer John Bonham.  Together they became one of the best-selling bands with estimated record sales of 300 million units worldwide.  In 1995 Led Zeppelin was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for their innovative and influential impact on the entire music industry.

In this high energy rock and roll pinball concert experience, pinball and music are fused together.  Players are transported back to Led Zeppelin’s early days and tour the world from 1968-1980. As if players were members of the band playing its music, their play updates game features at the start of each verse and chorus of ten iconic Led Zeppelin songs:

  • Good Times Bad Times
  • Whole Lotta Love
  • The Song Remains the Same
  • Rock and Roll
  • Trampled Under Foot
  • Ramble On
  • Kashmir
  • Immigrant Song
  • Black Dog
  • Communication Breakdown

“There is nothing more energizing and fun than bringing pinball and music together,” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc.  “Partnering with Led Zeppelin, we created a one-of-a-kind pinball experience.  It’s our dream goal to create a pinball machine with this iconic rock band.”

The Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition models all feature a custom-molded Hindenburg Zeppelin toy, based on the iconic imagery from the Led Zeppelin I album.  When lit, the Zeppelin toy scores speed locks on the player’s musical journey to Zeppelin multiball.  A custom Swan Song Records trademark Icarus sculpted leaper toy takes flight when smashed by the chaotic pinball.   A 3-bank of drop targets, 3 custom steel ramps, and 3 flippers keep the pinball action rolling.

The Premium and Limited Edition models feature an innovative interactive Electric Magic™ toy.  This device is a unique motorized toy which rises from below the playfield to create different magical pinball experiences.  An optical spinner charges the Electric Magic magnet, capturing and making balls disappear.  The Electric Magic device also converts into a physical pinball bash toy capable of locking a ball or launching a ball aroundthe playfield.

In true rock concert fashion, the Expression Lighting System™ with 96 intelligent RGB LED’s enables full color spectrum control.  Positioned in pockets cut into the cabinet sides to provide color themed full playfield illumination, this integrated playfield lighting system is synchronized to custom light shows specifically designed for every song and dynamically responsive to game events.

As an encore, these models have an additional reversing scoop and metal combo ramp, allowing players to keep the hits coming with constant adrenalized pinball action.  A back panel mounted illuminated song status board indicates which Led Zeppelin song is in play.

Only 500 Limited Edition games will be made for sale throughout the world.  This limited version includes an exclusive Icarus themed full color mirrored backglass, exclusive custom themed cabinet artwork, custom high gloss Paradise Shimmer Blue powder-coated armor, a custom autographed bottom arch, exclusive custom art blades, upgraded audio system, anti-reflection pinball glass, a shaker motor, and a sequentially numbered plaque.

Pandora LIVE to Feature Global Pop Superstar Dua Lipa

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Pandora LIVE to Feature Global Pop Superstar Dua Lipa

Pandora announced today that Dua Lipa will perform for the final Pandora LIVE virtual event of the year on December 22nd at 9:00pm ET / 6:00pm PT. Pandora LIVE is the continuation of the streaming service’s popular virtual series that features top artists from all genres, including country, rock, R&B and more. RSVP for the free event HERE.

Mikey Piff of SiriusXM’s Hits 1 (ch. 2) will host the evening featuring an in-depth interview with Dua and game of “The Hot Seat” where Dua will be quizzed about her career.

Some of Dua’s top listeners on Pandora will have the opportunity to participate in a virtual meet and greet prior to the show and participate in interactive pre-show trivia where they can test their knowledge about the artist. During the show, fans will also be able to snap a selfie in the virtual photo booth, receive discounts, and support a national charity initiative.  A limited amount of complimentary artist merchandise will be available for attendees on a first-come, first-served code redemption basis.  Immediately following the show, fans will be invited to join the official virtual after-party on Instagram Live, hosted by actor and singer James Maslow. They will also be able to check out the Pandora Live: Backstage with Dua Lipa station, featuring commentary from Dua herself as well as the performance tracks from the show.

“As much as I want to be touring my new album and seeing my fans in person,” says Dua, “I’m grateful we’re still able to join together virtually for a night of fun and dancing thanks to Pandora. Hope you all enjoy and can’t wait to see you out on the road very soon.”

Global pop superstar Dua Lipa released Future Nostalgia, her sophomore album, this year to worldwide acclaim. It is one of the best-reviewed albums of 2020 and debuted in the top 5 of the Billboard 200 Album Chart. Lead single “Don’t Start Now” has over 105 million streams on Pandora and broke her personal best record of weeks at #1 on US Top 40 radio. Dua followed her “Don’t Start Now” success by releasing her US Top 40 #1 “Break My Heart.” She is a 2019 GRAMMY award winner for Best New Artist and Best Dance Recording and is currently nominated for six, 2021 GRAMMYs including Album, Song and Record of the Year.

Bob Marley: Songs Of Freedom: The Island Years – 3CD Set, And 6LP Sets Released January 29, 2021

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Bob Marley: Songs Of Freedom: The Island Years – 3CD Set, And 6LP Sets Released January 29, 2021

As the year’s celebrations commemorating the legendary Bob Marley’s 75th birthday continue, yet more incredible collector edition items and activations have been announced and released for December and January 2021.

On January 29, 2021, the highly acclaimed Songs of Freedom: The Island Years, an extraordinary 6LP set, as well as a 3CD set, will be re-released worldwide. A limited-edition color 6LP set featuring two red, two green, and two gold vinyl LPs will also be available.  Streamlined to the period of Bob Marley’s emergence and stardom, with rare tracks on vinyl for the first time outside Jamaica, Songs of Freedom: The Island Years is available to listen to or pre-order HERE.

In addition to Songs Of Freedom, twelve limited-edition Bob Marley vinyl LP’s pressed exclusively at the legendary Tuff Gong International headquarters in Kingston, Jamaica, will be available on January 22, 2021. The Jamaican pressings will include nine original studio albums, two original live albums, plus the world’s best-selling reggae album, Legend, all individually numbered along with a highly-desirable Tuff Gong stamp. Catch A Fire, The Wailers’ debut album, will be available in its original Jamaica-recorded version, with two extra tracks from the sessions and some tracks with longer fades. Originally recorded in Jamaica, Catch A Fire was eventually released with overdubs and a mix overseen by Island founder Chris Blackwell at the label’s London headquarters. Produced entirely by Bob Marley & the Wailers and mixed by longtime Marley associate Errol Brown, this Jamaican version will be on vinyl for the first time. The limited-edition albums were pressed at Tuff Gong’s newly refurbished vinyl pressing plant, which re-opened in summer 2020 and will have an annual capacity of 250,000 units. Dave Cooley mastered each album at Elysian Masters in Los Angeles.  To view the full list of the limited-edition Jamaican LPs, click HERE.  Pre-order HERE.

Additionally, the long-awaited CD version of the iconic Complete Island Recordings LP box was recently released in December and is available now. The Complete Island Recordings CD boxset consists of 11 albums packaged in CD wallets, which are housed in a brushed silver clamshell box that simulates the larger, hinged lighter from the LP set. The set includes all nine Bob Marley & The Wailers studio albums recorded for Island Records, plus two live albums, Live! and Babylon By Bus. To view the full list of the Complete Island CDs included in the box set, click HERE. To listen or purchase, click HERE.

Bob Marley’s Tuff Gong Radio launched last week on SiriusXM channel 19 and will feature the cultural icon’s entire music catalog, both live and recorded, including rare recordings, some of which have never been made available to the public. The channel, curated by the Marley family, will include a wide range of Caribbean music from its inception to the present day. Bob Marley’s Tuff Gong Radio will also highlight the branches of his still-growing musical legacy, including The Wailers, I-Threes, Tuff Gong International, the record label founded by Marley in the ’70s, and his children and grandchildren as they continue to make their own impact on reggae and popular music. Click HERE for more information on Bob Marley’s Tuff Gong Radio.

On Tuesday, December 15, Ziggy Marley will collaborate with Andra Day for an exceptional primetime performance for PLAY ON: Celebrating the Power of Music to Make Change, an extraordinary benefit concert broadcast, amplifying awareness for transformational racial, social, and food justice. The one-hour special will air on the CBS Network at 8/7c. Ziggy Marley will perform songs from his own catalog while also paying homage to his father’s legacy by performing one of Bob Marley’s legendary tracks. The benefit concert special will raise funds for two long-standing and vital philanthropic organizations, the NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF) and WhyHunger, through the Play On Fund created by Sixdegrees.Org. Click HERE to learn more.

Behind The Cover: Rastaman Vibration with Neville Garrick recently debuted on Bob Marley’s Official YouTube Channel. A refreshing animated short narrated by Neville Garrick, about the creation of Bob Marley’s Rastaman Vibration iconic album artwork. Released on April 30, 1976, it became the band’s first album to reach the US Top Ten album chart, peaking at no. 8, and made similar inroads into the UK chart, where it reached no. 15. Behind The Cover: Rastaman Vibration with Neville Garrick is available on Bob Marley’s Official YouTube Channel. Watch HERE.

A dedicated website for Bob Marley: Legacy was recently launched. A 12 part mini-documentary YouTube series, Bob Marley: Legacy features a collection of intimate conversations and interviews with his family, friends, and fans, Woven together with his original music, remixes, and covers. The series is a cinematic journey through the life, legacy, and relevance Bob Marley still holds today. Watch episodes one through seven HERE and stay connected to receive updates when new episodes are posted. Curated EPs based on the Bob Marley Legacy series music are also now available on Bob Marley’s Official YouTube Channel. Listen now to the songs featured in episodes such as 75 Years A Legend and the most recent installment, Freedom Fighter.

Also out now and available exclusively to Amazon Music, Bob Marley’s Legend is available in Dolby Atmos. For the first time, fans can listen to classic tracks, including “Is This Love,” “Three Little Birds,” and more like never before. Listen HERE.

Bob Marley remains one of the most followed posthumous artists on social media in this digital era, and MARLEY75 will serve to bring his music and message to the digital foreground, reaching new audiences and perspectives with innovative content and groundbreaking technology. Special live events, exclusive digital content, recordings, exhibitions, plus rare and unearthed treasures will also be revealed throughout the year. Bob Marley’s music continues to inspire generation upon generation, as his legacy lives on through his message of love, justice, and unity, a sentiment needed more than ever in 2020. In conjunction with Tuff Gong and UMe, a division of the Universal Music Group, the Marley family will continue to ensure the highest quality, integrity, and care is taken to honor Bob’s legacy and to celebrate one of the 20th century’s most important and influential figures.

SiriusXM’s New SXM-7 Satellite, Built by Maxar and Launched Aboard A SpaceX Falcon 9, Performing Properly After Launch

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SiriusXM’s New SXM-7 Satellite, Built by Maxar and Launched Aboard A SpaceX Falcon 9, Performing Properly After Launch

Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) (TSX:MAXR), a trusted partner and innovator in Earth Intelligence and Space Infrastructure, SiriusXM, the leading audio entertainment company in the United States, and SpaceX, today announced that the SXM-7 satellite was successfully launched and is performing properly.

SXM-7, a high-powered digital audio radio satellite, was launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida earlier today. Shortly afterward, SXM-7 deployed its solar arrays and began receiving and sending signals. Next, SXM-7 will begin firing its thrusters to commence its journey to its final geostationary orbit.

SXM-7 will provide continuous, reliable delivery of SiriusXM’s audio entertainment and information services to consumers in the United States, and will expand SiriusXM’s coverage area in Canada and the Caribbean, for years to come. SXM-7 will deliver the highest power density of any commercial satellite on-orbit, sending more than 8,000 watts of content to the continental U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, increasing the power and reach of the signal for SiriusXM.

“Maxar and SiriusXM have worked together for more than two decades to build world-class digital audio radio satellites that bring entertainment to almost every new car in America,” said Megan Fitzgerald, Maxar’s Senior Vice President of Space Programs Delivery. “We are proud to have built the latest addition to the SiriusXM constellation and look forward to the launch of their next Maxar-built satellite, SXM-8, next year.”

“SXM-7 plays an important role in bolstering the continuity and reliable delivery of SiriusXM’s audio entertainment, as well as our traffic, weather, data and information services for years to come,” said Bridget Neville, SiriusXM’s Senior Vice President of Satellite and Repeater Systems Engineering and Operations. “With the addition of SXM-7, our satellite-delivered service coverage area in North America is larger and more powerful than ever before. We congratulate our engineering team, Maxar and SpaceX on a successful launch.”

“We had a beautiful Falcon 9 launch today, safely delivering SXM-7 to orbit,” said Lee Rosen, SpaceX’s Vice President of Customer Operations and Integration. “This was the seventh flight for this rocket’s first stage booster, and we are grateful SiriusXM chose our flight-proven hardware to help broaden its coverage area.”

SXM-7 weighs almost 7,000 kg and is built on Maxar’s 1300-class platform, the world’s most prevalent geosynchronous spacecraft platform. The satellite is designed to provide service for greater than 15 years. Maxar has previously built a total of seven satellites for SiriusXM, including its first-generation Sirius satellites that launched in 2000 and its second-generation Sirius satellites that launched in 2009 and 2013.

SXM-7 joins XM-3, XM-4, XM-5, FM-5, and FM-6 in SiriusXM’s active satellite fleet. SXM-7 and SXM-8 together will replace XM-3 and XM-4, extending SiriusXM’s satellite delivered services through at least 2036.

Barry Gibb’s “butterfly” Featuring Gillian Welch And David Rawlings Debuts Today

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Barry Gibb’s “butterfly” Featuring Gillian Welch And David Rawlings Debuts Today

Legendary singer, songwriter and producer Barry Gibb’s “Butterfly” featuring special guests Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, is debuting today.

Originally recorded in 1967, “Butterfly” is the second unveiled from Gibb’s anticipated new album, GREENFIELDS: The Gibb Brothers Songbook, Vol. 1, which will be released January 8. Produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Dave Cobb, the record finds Gibb realizing his long-time dream of working with some of the artists he admires the most. In addition to Welch and Rawlings, the album features collaborations with Alison Krauss, Brandi Carlile, Dolly Parton, Jason Isbell, Jay Buchanan, Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert, Olivia Newton-John, Sheryl Crow and Tommy Emmanuel.

Gibb continues to receive widespread attention ahead of the release, including an extensive profile at The New York Times, who praises, “Gibb’s voice on ‘Words of a Fool’ is strong but also spectral…Nearly six decades after he first sang on a record, it remains one of the most otherworldly instruments in popular music.” He was also recently featured as part of Rolling Stone’s “Musicians On Musicians” issue speaking with Jason Isbell, where the pair discussed each other’s work as well as collaborating on album track, “Words of a Fool.”

Additionally, The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart—a new documentary directed by Frank Marshall—will premiere on HBO tomorrow, December 12, at 8:00pm ET/7:00pm CT. Already receiving critical acclaim, The Hollywood Reporter calls it a “nostalgic tour back over the decades that shines a deserving spotlight on the group’s artistry.” Watch the trailer BELOW.

Of recording GREENFIELDS, Barry Gibb shares, “From the first day we stepped into RCA Studios in Nashville (the very place where Elvis, Willie, Waylon, Roy, the Everly Brothers and so many other legends made their magic) the album took on a life of its own. I couldn’t be more grateful for the opportunity to work with Dave and all the artists who stopped by. They were all incredibly generous with their time and talent. They inspired me more than words can express. I feel deep down that Maurice and Robin would have loved this album for different reasons. I wish we could have all been together to do it…but I think we were.”

Dave Cobb comments, “It was truly an honor to work with one of my heroes. The Bee Gees’ first album has always been a staple for me and it was surreal to get to witness the genius of Barry Gibb in the studio—he’s one of the greatest of all time!”

With a career spanning more than five decades, Sir Barry Gibb stands as one of the most renowned and celebrated musicians of the modern era. As co-founder and creative leader of the Brothers Gibb—better known to the world as the Bee Gees—Barry with his brothers, Maurice and Robin, represent one of the most successful vocal groups in rock and roll history, having sold more than 200 million albums to date. With nine #1 singles as a performer, Barry is also amongst the most successful songwriters of all-time (with sixteen #1 singles) and is seventh on the list of most successful producers (with fourteen #1 singles). He is also tied with John Lennon and Paul McCartney for most #1 singles in a calendar year with seven. Among his many awards and honors are eight Grammy Awards, the Grammy Legend Award and, most recently, the 2015 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. He is also the recipient of the American Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award, the BMI Icon Award, four BMI Songwriter of the Year Awards, four BMI Song of the Year Awards and is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame. In 2004, Barry received one of Britain’s highest honors when the Bee Gees were made Commanders of the British Empire and, in 2018, was Knighted “Sir Barry Gibb” by Prince Charles for his services to music and charity.

GREENFIELDS: THE GIBB BROTHERS SONGBOOK, VOL. 1 TRACK LIST
“I’ve Gotta Get A Message To You” with Keith Urban
“Words of a Fool” with Jason Isbell
“Run to Me” with Brandi Carlile
“Too Much Heaven” with Alison Krauss
“Lonely Days” with Little Big Town
“Words” with Dolly Parton
“Jive Talkin’” with Miranda Lambert, Jay Buchanan
“How Deep Is Your Love” with Tommy Emanuel, Little Big Town
“How Can You Mend A Broken Heart” with Sheryl Crow
“To Love Somebody” with Jay Buchanan
“Rest Your Love On Me” with Olivia Newton-John
“Butterfly” with Gillian Welch, David Rawlings

“No One Sings Like You Anymore,” The Last Chris Cornell Studio Album Is Out Now

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“No One Sings Like You Anymore,” The Last Chris Cornell Studio Album Is Out Now

Vicky Cornell and her children, Toni and Christopher, on behalf of The Chris Cornell Estate released No One Sings Like You Anymore, Chris Cornell’s handpicked collection of 10 cover songs, which he personally selected and sequenced to celebrate artists and songs that inspired him.

Recorded by Chris in 2016, the album, which is his last fully completed studio album, features his renditions of John Lennon’s “Watching The Wheels,” Ghostland Observatory’s “Sad Sad City,” Harry Nilsson’s “Jump Into The Fire,” Carl Hall’s “You Don’t Know Nothing About Love,” Electric Light Orchestra’s “Showdown,” Terry Reid’s “To Be Treated Rite”, Lorraine Ellison’s “Stay With Me Baby” (originally released for HBO’s show Vinyl), “Get It While You Can,” popularized by Janis Joplin, and a new studio recording of “Nothing Compares 2 U,” written by Prince. Chris’ cover of Gun’s & Roses “Patience,” which was released on his birthday this year, and earned him his first solo Billboard Number 1 on the Mainstream Rock Songs chart, is also included on the album.

All instruments on No One Sings Like You Anymore were played by Chris Cornell and Brendan O’Brien, who also produced & mixed the album. In time for the holiday’s, the album is a special gift for Chris’ fans and long term supporters, but the Cornell family hopes that new fans and listeners will be inspired by Chris’ powerful and unique voice in these stunning renditions.

“This album is so special because it is a complete work of art that Chris created from start to finish. His choice of covers provides a personal look into his favorite artists and the songs that touched him. He couldn’t wait to release it. This moment is bittersweet because he should be here doing it himself, but it is with both heartache and joy that we share this special album,” said Vicky Cornell. “All of us could use his voice to help heal and lift us this year, especially during the holiday season. I am so proud of him and this stunning record, which to me illustrates why he will always be beloved, honored, and one the greatest voices of our time,” she added.

“When my dad was making this album, it was so fun – I remember waking up in the morning, having breakfast with him and going with him into the studio. We would take our piano lessons there, and Christopher would play video games with Brendan and my dad. We got to experience so much with him and have so many amazing memories. I’m really happy to be sharing this album. We love you, daddy,” shared Toni Cornell.

With Christopher Cornell adding, “We had so much fun in the studio during this time, and on days off we’d go to Tree People and hike around there. We would also play hide and go seek inside the Beverly Hills Hotel and when security would show up they would think it was so funny that my dad was running through fire escapes with us. For me this album represents who my dad was. I’m really proud of him and his work. I hope you all love this record as much as I do.”

No One Sings Like You Anymore is available for physical/vinyl pre-order today, here. The physical album will be released on March 19th.

No One Sings Live You Anymore – Track List:
Get It While You Can
Jump Into The Fire
Sad Sad City
Patience
Nothing Compares 2 U
Watching The Wheels
You Don’t Know Nothing About Love
Showdown
To Be Treated Rite
Stay With Me Baby

Joss Stone Returns With Uplifting Soulful Tune “Walk With Me”

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Joss Stone Returns With Uplifting Soulful Tune “Walk With Me”

Platinum-selling and Grammy-winning UK soul singer/songwriter Joss Stone releases an empowering new gospel-tinged anthem “Walk With Me“ on December 11 via S-Curve Records/BMG. The song speaks to a different kind of love, one of love for thy neighbors, even complete strangers and anyone seeking togetherness at this time of uncertainty and ignites just in time to warm the souls and unite festive folks this holiday season after a tumultuous and divisive year.

“The song started out as a romantic song asking someone to walk through life with you, kind of like a wedding song if you will,” says Stone. “When we got to working on it so much had happened that I couldn’t take my mind off. With the pandemic and what happened with George Floyd that unfortunately sparked so much violence it got me thinking that the problem is mostly with the us and them attitude. That is the biggest killer – separation and judgement. Everyone needs to come together in order to survive this life in peace. Without togetherness nothing is OK”.

Co-written and co-produced by Jonathan Shorten who has worked with Stone since 2004’s platinum-selling Mind Body & Soul album, “Walk With Me” embraces the voices of Legato Vocal Ensemble in a heart-warming round of harmony and consolation.

Originally penned as a love song, Stone did a rewrite in light of recent events over the year.

“So I rewrote the song and I hope people take it in the way it was intended,” says Stone. “When I speak of the ‘heroes’, I am speaking of the brave doctors and nurses that have given so much of their lives to help others have one. And when I speak of ‘our brothers and sisters that cannot breathe’, it is a reference to George Floyd and the many others who have suffered injustice and suffocation in any way, be that physical or emotional. When I say ‘so take a hand’, I mean any hand, love everyone, we are in this life together. The only way things will get better is if we throw the divides and lines away and love each other regardless of colour or job or health. The fix is not to make those lines thicker. Let’s walk together. Through it all”.

The accompanying music video for “Walk With Me” also premieres today. Joss’ glorious performance is visualized in the headlines of a newspaper among all the overwhelming news around the world.

The often-barefoot performer has long portrayed an element of freedom and peace and Joss Stone further radiates these characteristics in her newly-launched “A Cuppa Happy” podcast which kicked off in July 2020. Stone’s feel-good show goes beyond her life as an entertainer and digs deep into various perspectives with guests that range from British comedian Bill Bailey to sex therapist Laura Berman to recording artists Shaggy and Boy George.

The first-time mom-to-be is also taking advantage of being at home cooking up something in the kitchen every Sunday on Facebook Live with “Cooking With Joss.” The raw and humorous interactive cooking show with recipes that include everything from garlic soup to British macadamia flapjacks to deviled eggs.

Joss Stone has been captivated by soul music since she was a little girl. As she moved through her early teens she intuitively honed her now trademark gravely-but-lustrous vocals by singing along to Aretha’s Franklin’s Greatest Hits. She began pursuing a singing career at thirteen, securing a record deal at 15, and recording her star-making Critically acclaimed debut album, The Soul Sessions, which was released in 2003. EMI/S-Curve Records.

Grammy and Brit award-winning Stone has since released 7 studio albums as she has continued in her journey of musical exploration.

At just 33 years old Stone has already enjoyed a long career. She has kept the company of musical royalty from the outset. Performing alongside many legendary artists such as James Brown, Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight, Sting, Van Morrison and Melissa Etheridge amongst many others. She has collaborated with and contributed to albums for many of the world’s finest musicians, including Jeff Beck, Mick Jagger and Damien Marley.

Her love of music and fierce independence has led Stone to break away from the constraints of being tied to a label and has enabled her to explore many different genres of music. The joy that she finds in her chosen artistry has helped her to forge ahead, always looking to break new ground both musically and in her life.

In 2015 her album Water for Your Soul was released, achieving the spot of the number-one reggae album upon release and voted best reggae album by Billboard. Water For Your Soul is rooted in reggae and sprinkled with world influences. Clearly demonstrating how the teen soul prodigy has blossomed into an artist of style and substance. It is an album that pulses with liquid grooves and dazzles with the mix and match sonic adventure of hip-hop, shimmering with the exotic sounds of world music while delivering the emotional belt of RnB.

Joss has completed her most audacious project to date – The Total World Tour – in which she has performed a gig and collaborated with local artists in over 200 countries around the world.

It is evident that Stone is an independent soul. A true free spirit. Some may call her rebellious, others would say that she is a young woman who is completely confident in her chosen direction and is at peace with all that that means.

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