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Genre-Blending Country Artist Matt Cooper Drops “Highs & Lows (Remix)” With Lathan Warlick

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Feb 23, 2026

Genre-Blending Country Artist Matt Cooper Drops “Highs & Lows (Remix)” With Lathan Warlick

Quartz Hill Records artist Matt Cooper announces “Highs & Lows (Remix)” featuring Lathan Warlick, arriving March 6 with pre-save and pre-add available now. The remix reworks Cooper’s debut radio single, which launched as the No. 1 Most Added Song at U.S. Country Radio and continues climbing the charts. The original has earned nearly 12 million streams and established Cooper’s presence at country radio.

Co-written by Cooper and Warlick and produced by The720, the remix keeps the uplifting chorus intact while introducing Warlick’s spoken verses shaped by personal testimony. “The remix sounds awesome and I can’t wait for everyone to hear it,” says Cooper. Warlick adds, “It’s an amazing song. Matt already killed it on the original.” Cooper opens for Kameron Marlowe in Chicago this week as his national audience continues to grow.

Jelly Roll Announces ‘The Little ASS Shed’ Tour

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Jelly Roll Announces ‘The Little ASS Shed’ Tour

3x GRAMMY award-winning Nashville native Jelly Roll has announced a special limited run of headlining shows, The Little ASS Shed Tour, in select markets across the U.S. with support from Kashus Culpepper.

The announcement comes amid a banner year for Jelly Roll, who will also hit stadiums nationwide on The BIG ASS Stadium Tour Part 2alongside fellow global superstar Post Malone. As he prepares to bring his larger-than-life presence to some of the biggest venues in North America, The Little ASS Shed Tour offers fans a chance to experience his powerful live show in a more intimate summer setting.

Known for his raw storytelling, genre-blurring sound, and emotional connection with audiences, Jelly Roll has rapidly become one of the most dynamic live performers in music. From chart-topping country radio hits to award-winning breakthrough moments, he continues to expand his reach while staying rooted in authenticity.

Produced by Live Nation, The Little ASS Shed Tour will make stops throughout the South, Midwest, Northeast, and Pacific Northwest, including West Palm Beach, Orange Beach, Charleston, Virginia Beach, Grand Rapids, Saratoga Springs, Bangor, and more. The tour will conclude in Walla Walla, Washington, a promise from his Pollstar Live 2025 Keynote Discussion that embodies the intentional, fan-first spirit behind this run. WatchHERE.

TICKETS: Tickets will first be available with various venue and artist presales. Additional presales including Citi (see details below) will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale, which begins Friday, February 27 at 11AM local time at LiveNation.com.

PRESALE: Citi is the official card of the The Little ASS Shed Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, February 24 at 10am local time until Thursday, February 26 at 10pm local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com.

VIP PACKAGE: The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium seats, a guided backstage tour, limited edition Jelly Roll tour poster & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com.

JELLY ROLL – THE LITTLE ASS SHED TOUR 2026 DATES:

May 28 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre

June 2 – Orange Beach, AL – The Wharf Amphitheater

June 7 – Charleston, SC – Credit One Stadium*^

June 8 – Wilmington, NC – Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park

June 10 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach

June 13 – Grand Rapids, MI – Acrisure Amphitheater

June 18 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Albany Med Health System at SPAC

June 20 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater

June 21 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion

June 23 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview

July 22 – Walla Walla, WA – Wine Country Amphitheater*^

*Not a Live Nation Date

^TBA Support

3X GRAMMY award-winning Nashville native Jelly Roll (Jason DeFord) continues to redefine the word entertainer. With the release of his 2026 GRAMMY Award winning Best Contemporary Country Album, Beautifully Broken, he topped the Billboard 200 all-genre chart and earned his second #1 Billboard Country Album chart debut. Acclaimed by Rolling Stone, Billboard, NPR, and more, Beautifully Broken features #1 songs “I Am Not Okay,” “Liar,” and “Heart of Stone.” 2024/2025 has only continued the singer/songwriter’s momentum, with numerous nominations and award wins, including his first three GRAMMYs at the 2026 ceremony, his eighth consecutive #1 at Country radio and chart-topping hits across numerous genre charts, as well as a landmark appearance as the musical guest on SNL’s 50th Anniversary Season Premiere episode. Solidifying his place as one of music’s most authentic and powerful voices, he’s performed at stages across the world-from his record-breaking Beautifully Broken Tour to the first concert at St. Peter’s Square, Grace for the World: The Live Event in Rome. The year also produced his GRAMMY Award winning collaboration with Brandon Lake, “Hard Fought Hallelujah,” which debuted on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and went on to hold a record-breaking number of weeks at #1 on Christian radio and took home Song of the Year at the DOVE awards.

Beautifully Broken followed his debut country album, Whitsitt Chapel, which made history as the biggest Country debut on the Billboard Consumption Chart and debuted #1 on the Billboard Country Albums and Top 3 on the Billboard 200. Whitsitt Chapel also garnered his wins for Billboard Breakthrough Award, CMA’s New Artist of the Year Award, and the People’s Choice Award for Male Country Artist of the Year as well as additional ACM, CMA, Billboard, AMA and DOVE nominations and wins.

Beyond music, Jelly continues his mission—visiting correctional and rehab centers across the US and internationally to help bring music to some of the darkest corners and donating a recording studio to the juvenile center where he was once incarcerated. Praised for both his music and his uniquely authentic power to inspire,Variety notes “for everyone who’s facing the same struggles, Jelly Roll is their Springsteen” while American Songwriter hails him as “a force to be reckoned with.”

Alabama-born country crooner Kashus Culpepper encompasses the sound of the South. A student and reverent purveyor of Southern music – country, soul, blues, folk and rock – Culpepper’s husky, sandpaper growl bellows like a freight train over self-penned stories that are as raw and real as they are haunting. Finding his voice in church as young as five years old, it wasn’t until 2020’s global pandemic that Culpepper went from listener to performer, picking up a guitar and learning cover songs to play at barrack bonfires in Rota, Spain during his deployment with the Navy. Covers soon became originals, and once he landed home on U.S. shores, Kash played dive bars up and down the Mississippi Gulf Coast, making a name for himself with the fresh-yet-reminiscent sound that oozes from his very being. Crashing into prominence, Culpepper sold out headline club shows throughout the South before formally releasing a single song. With Nashville taking notice, Culpepper found a musical home at Big Loud Records. Culpepper has joined Leon Bridges, Sierra Ferrell and Darius Rucker on tour – embarking this year on a headlining run as well as dates with Wyatt Flores and Eric Church. Named one of the 2026 Shazam Fast Forward Class, WXPN’s Artist to Watch for January 2026, 2026 Nashville Scene Artist to Watch, GRAMMY.com’s 25 Artists to Watch in 2025, Apple Music Zane Lowe’s 25 Artists for ’25, 2025 Variety Power of Young Hollywood Impact Report, Opry NextStage Class of 2025, Billboard’s February 2025 Country Rookie of the Month, 2025 Amazon Music Bonfire Artist to Watch, Apple Music’s February 2025 Country Riser of the Month, 2025 Pandora Country Artist to Watch and Martin Artist Showcase Class of 2025, Rolling Stone declares: “If what we’ve heard so far is any indication, expect 2026 to be a breakthrough year for this Alabama singer.” Culpepper’s debut album Act I is out now.

TK From Ling tosite sigure Announces Debut ‘TOUR 2026 ISOx0 NORTH AMERICA’

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Feb 23, 2026

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TK From Ling tosite sigure Announces Debut ‘TOUR 2026 ISOx0 NORTH AMERICA’

Japanese artist TK from Ling tosite sigure today announced his first-ever North American headline tour. The TOUR 2026 ISOx0 NORTH AMERICA launches Tuesday, May 26 in San Francisco at The Fillmore, with stops in Los Angeles, Toronto, New York, and Dallas, before concluding on Saturday, June 6 in Mexico City at Foro Puebla.

The tour marks a major milestone in TK’s career as his first-ever run outside of Asia. Best known as the vocalist and guitarist of Ling tosite sigure, TK launched his solo project in 2011 and has since carved out a singular sonic identity—blending intensity with nuance and emotion to create genre-defying music that is unmistakably his own.

Tickets will be available starting Friday, February 27 at 3pm local time at Ticketmaster.com.

The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include a general admission ticket with priority entry, access to the pre-show TK soundcheck, autographed tour poster, specially designed gift item & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com.

TK FROM LING TOSITE SIGURE – TOUR 2026 ISOx0 NORTH AMERICA DATES:

Tue May 26 – San Francisco, CA – The Fillmore

Fri May 29 – Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco

Sun May 31 – Toronto, ON – Danforth Music Hall

Tue Jun 02 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza

Thu Jun 04 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues Dallas

Sat Jun 06 – Mexico City, MX – Foro Puebla

TK is the vocalist and guitarist of Ling tosite sigure. As the band’s sole songwriter and lyricist, and also its engineer, he expresses his music through a sharp and highly original perspective.

In 2011, he released his first solo work film A Moment under the name TK from Ling tosite sigure. Consciously freeing himself from the framework of Ling tosite sigure as a three-piece band, TK has developed a distinctive sound approach that fuses beauty and delicacy within intensity—creating music that transcends genre and is uniquely his own.

In addition to his activities with Ling tosite sigure and as TK from Ling tosite sigure, he has been actively involved in sound production—including engineering—as well as songwriting for other artists. Through constant collaboration with a wide range of musicians and talents, he continues to deepen his exploration of music.

His 2014 single “unravel,” the opening theme for the anime Tokyo Ghoul, became a major hit. TK has gained 1.9 million followers on Spotify, and the track has surpassed 270 million total streams. It was also ranked No. 2 as one of the “Most Streamed Domestic Japanese Songs Overseas” in both 2020 and 2021. He has also contributed theme songs for numerous high-profile titles, including the Japanese-dubbed version of the animated film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, the ending theme for Chainsaw Man, the opening theme for My Hero Academia, and the ending theme for Solo Leveling. His work has earned strong acclaim not only in Japan but internationally as well.

Grateful Dead Cement Legacy With “Ripple” Without It EVER Hitting The Charts

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Feb 23, 2026

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Grateful Dead Cement Legacy With “Ripple” Without It EVER Hitting The Charts

“Ripple” was never built around chart ambition, yet it has become one of the most enduring songs in the Grateful Dead catalog. Written by Robert Hunter and set to a restrained melody by Jerry Garcia, the track emerged as a gentle folk meditation within a psychedelic rock universe. It circulated quietly beyond radio peaks and industry metrics, finding life in gatherings, acoustic sets, and shared moments between listeners. Decades later, “Ripple” stands as a defining piece of American songwriting, carried forward by community memory rather than commercial momentum.

Jazz Pianist Vince Guaraldi Debuts “Linus And Lucy” In Rare 1964 TV Clip

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Feb 23, 2026

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Jazz Pianist Vince Guaraldi Debuts “Linus And Lucy” In Rare 1964 TV Clip

A rare 1964 television performance captures Vince Guaraldi playing “Linus and Lucy” for the first time on TV as part of The Short Stories of Guy de Maupassant Music Fillers Programs. Courtesy of WNET Group, the clip features Guaraldi on piano, joined by Tom Beeson on bass and John Rae on drums. Unseen for more than six decades, this early broadcast presents the trio in a stripped-down studio setting, documenting the television debut of a composition that would soon become inseparable from the Peanuts legacy.

Spanish Noise Rock Trio Triángulo De Amor Bizarro Storm KEXP Bilbao Session

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Feb 23, 2026

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Spanish Noise Rock Trio Triángulo De Amor Bizarro Storm KEXP Bilbao Session

Triángulo de Amor Bizarro deliver a six song set for Live on KEXP in Bilbao at Iglesia de la Encarnación in partnership with BIME. The performance moves through “Robo tu tiempo,” “Barca quemada,” “Mi catedral,” “Canción de la fama,” “De la monarquía a la criptocracia,” and “Vigilantes del espejo.” Isabel Cea Álvarez handles bass and vocals, Rodrigo Camaño Díaz plays guitar, and Rafael Mallo García is on drums, with host Albina Cabrera guiding the session from Bilbao, Spain.

BritBox Launches Weekly TV Podcast “On The Box” Hosted By Edith Bowman And Michelle Collins

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Feb 23, 2026

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BritBox Launches Weekly TV Podcast “On The Box” Hosted By Edith Bowman And Michelle Collins

BritBox is launching “On The Box,” a new weekly podcast hosted by Edith Bowman and Michelle Collins, premiering March 9, 2026, in partnership with BBC Studios Audio. The series runs weekly through July 20 and dives into BritBox programming and the British television shaping pop culture on both sides of the Atlantic. Executive producers include Alana McGaughey and Diane Robina for BritBox, Pete Strauss for BBC Studios, with Rajiv Karia producing.

Early guests include Matthew Rhys, Sally Wainwright, Rosalie Craig, Mia McKenna-Bruce, and Lauren Lyle. Bowman says, “We share a deep love of great television and a healthy obsession with the outrageous bits,” while Collins calls the opportunity “truly the dream come true.” Available on all major podcast platforms, “On The Box” expands BritBox’s growing slate as global demand for premium British television continues to rise.

Used Cars And Real Protection: How To Avoid A “Lemon” Without Becoming A Lawyer

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Feb 23, 2026

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By Mitch Rice

Buying a used car can feel like a simple win. Lower price, less depreciation, more options. Then reality hits. A warning light appears, the car starts behaving strangely, and the seller suddenly becomes hard to reach. That is the moment people learn the uncomfortable truth: many used car problems are not just mechanical, they are legal.

You do not need to be a lawyer to protect yourself. You do need a plan, and you need to understand how protection works in the real world. A good starting point is to look at clear, neutral buying guidance from sources that focus on everyday drivers, such as Autostoday. The right information helps you prevent most “lemon” situations before they begin.

Step 1: Separate normal wear from serious defects

Every used car has imperfections. Worn tyres, a scratched bumper, a squeaky trim piece. Those are not the problem.

A “lemon” situation is usually about serious defects that affect safety, drivability, or basic function, and that either existed at the time of sale or show up immediately after. Think overheating, transmission failure, persistent electrical faults, or repeated breakdowns.

The key is to train yourself to spot the difference early. If you treat every small flaw as a red flag, you will never buy anything. If you treat major warning signs as “normal for used,” you will get burned.

Step 2: Choose the right seller, not just the right car

Who you buy from often matters as much as what you buy.

In many regions, buying from a dealer gives you stronger rights than buying from a private seller. Dealers may have duties around disclosure, basic roadworthiness, and repair obligations. Private sellers often sell “as seen,” which can make it harder to claim later.

Before you even schedule a viewing, answer:

Is this a licensed business or a private individual
Are they easy to verify online, with real contact information
Do they offer any written warranty or return window

If the seller is vague, evasive, or pushes you to move quickly, that is not a deal. That is a warning.

Step 3: Build your “evidence” as you go

Legal protection is strongest when you have documentation. That starts before you buy.

Ask the seller to confirm in writing:

Mileage and VIN
Any known faults
Accident history
What repairs or services were recently done
Whether the car is sold with any guarantee

Keep screenshots, messages, and emails. If the seller tells you something on a call, follow up with a message: “Just confirming what we discussed…” This feels awkward, but it can save you later.

Step 4: Inspect like you are trying to prove yourself wrong

Most lemon stories begin with a rushed inspection. People fall for clean photos or a short test drive.

Your inspection should include:

Cold start if possible, to reveal starting issues
A real test drive with braking, turns, and different speeds
Check for dashboard warning lights that stay on
Listen for knocks, rattles, or gearbox hesitation
Look underneath for leaks and heavy rust

If you are not confident, pay for an independent pre-purchase inspection. The cost is small compared to the damage of buying a bad car.

Step 5: Know what “lemon law” can and cannot do

Many buyers hear the term “lemon law” and assume it is a magic refund button. It is not.

Lemon laws vary by location. Some apply only to new cars. Some cover used cars in specific conditions. Many require that the defect is serious, occurs within a certain time, and that the seller or manufacturer has been given a reasonable chance to repair it.

This is why it is important to read how it works before you need it. A simple breakdown like lemon law for used cars explains common rules, time windows, and the type of documentation usually required. It helps you understand what is realistic and what is not, so you do not waste time arguing in the wrong direction.

Even if your local rules are different, the basic pattern is similar: document the defect, notify quickly, and give a repair opportunity, then escalate if the problem repeats.

Step 6: Act fast if something goes wrong

If a serious issue appears soon after purchase, do not wait.

Do this immediately:

Write down the date and mileage when the issue happened
Take photos or video if relevant
Get a written diagnosis from a mechanic
Contact the seller in writing and describe the issue clearly

The longer you wait, the easier it becomes for the seller to claim the problem is new, caused by you, or unrelated to the sale.

Also, avoid making major repairs yourself before giving the seller a chance to respond, unless it is an emergency safety issue. In some cases, doing repairs without notice can weaken your position.

Step 7: Use calm escalation, not emotional threats

It is normal to be angry when a car fails. But emotional messages rarely help.

A better approach is structured:

State the defect and the dates it occurred
Attach proof: invoices, mechanic notes, photos
Refer to the agreement and your consumer rights
Request a clear remedy: repair, refund, or replacement
Set a reasonable deadline for response

If the seller ignores you, then you move to formal steps: consumer protection agencies, legal advice, or a lawyer letter. Most sellers take a professional, documented complaint more seriously than a heated argument.

Step 8: Prevent the problem with smarter buying habits

The best legal fight is the one you avoid.

A simple prevention checklist looks like this:

Buy from a reputable seller when possible
Demand written proof and service records
Do a proper inspection and test drive
Use an independent mechanic for higher value purchases
Never rush because “someone else is coming today”

The used market is large. There will always be another car. Urgency is often a tool sellers use to reduce your caution.

Used cars can be great value, but only if you combine the purchase with basic protection habits. You do not need to become a legal expert. You need to stay calm, document everything, understand what lemon law really covers, and never skip inspection steps because the car looks good in photos.

Do that, and your chances of buying a “lemon” drop sharply. More importantly, if something goes wrong anyway, you will have the evidence and structure to handle it properly, instead of being stuck with a bad car and no leverage.

Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.

Photo Gallery: Big Sugar at Waterloo’s Maxwell’s Concerts and Events on February 21, 2026

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Photo Gallery: Big Sugar at Waterloo’s Maxwell’s Concerts and Events on February 21, 2026

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So, Why Are Looney Tunes Cartoons Still Classic? Here You Go.

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Feb 23, 2026

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So, Why Are Looney Tunes Cartoons Still Classic? Here You Go.

Turner Classic Movies debuts a new TCM Original celebrating the arrival of Looney Tunes into its programming lineup, placing the iconic cartoons alongside the classic films they originally accompanied. The special features filmmaker Joe Dante, Patton Oswalt, Dana Gould, Bill Hader, and animation historians Jerry Beck and Mark McCray discussing the enduring comic force of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and the wider animated ensemble. For the first time since their theatrical runs, these shorts return to a curated classic film context, reconnecting slapstick timing and sharp satire to the big screen tradition that launched them.