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Psychedelic Trio The Stingrays Drift And Detonate On ‘Summer of You’

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Psychedelic Trio The Stingrays Drift And Detonate On ‘Summer of You’

London psychedelic trio The Stingrays return with new single ‘Summer of You,’ a track that captures their offbeat charm and tight musical chemistry. Made up of Hector Delicious, George van den Broek and Milo Goldsmith, the band lean into humor, British eccentricity and years of shared history to build a sound that feels both playful and deeply seasoned.

‘Summer of You’ begins as a relaxed groove, laid-back and warm, before erupting into a sharp, breakneck guitar solo in its closing stretch. The shift feels earned, a release that highlights their control as players. It is a song that moves through light and shadow without losing its sense of character.

“Summer Of You is a song about melancholy around heartbreak and new beginnings. The need to move on from a person or a ‘summer’ despite its warmth and light. Saying that although the summer is a lovely time, it has to come to an end and give way to the next season, as is only natural. That all good things must come to an end no matter how much you don’t want them to,” the band explain.

The trio have been playing together for nearly a decade, first touring globally from the age of 16 under George van den Broek’s Yellow Days project. A sold-out summer residency on Brick Lane in East London sharpened their live dynamic, and a recent praised performance at Live At Leeds reinforced their growing reputation. With ‘Summer of You,’ The Stingrays continue shaping their own colorful corner of modern psychedelia.

Glasgow Indie-Rock Risers The Rooks Unveil “Found My Reason Why” Video

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Glasgow Indie-Rock Risers The Rooks Unveil “Found My Reason Why” Video

Glasgow indie-rock five-piece The Rooks have revealed the official video for “Found My Reason Why.” Shot by longtime collaborator Daniel Blake, the grainy clip captures the band performing against the stark tower blocks of their hometown. The setting grounds the track in something raw and local, matching the urgency in the song.

Earlier this month, The Rooks announced their debut EP ‘Noise & Confusion’ will receive its first physical pressing on vinyl. They sold 100 personalized copies to fans in just 30 minutes, a clear sign of the connection they have built in a short time. Released last November as a love letter to their supporters, the EP continues to gain momentum.

“We’re looking to give back to the fans that were here at the very start. This is going to be a very big year,” the band shared. That energy is already visible on stage. The Rooks recently made their London debut at The Victoria in Dalston for The Money Trench Podcast and have supported Miles Kane, Brògeal, Overpass and The Academic across January and February.

They closed out last year with a sold-out headline show at Glasgow Art School, filling the 500-capacity room in the final week of December. The combination of packed hometown shows, growing festival buzz and new visuals signals a band moving quickly and bringing their audience along for the ride.

LCD Soundsystem Add Boston Residency And Reno Date

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LCD Soundsystem Add Boston Residency And Reno Date

CD Soundsystem have expanded their spring 2026 touring schedule with five newly announced shows. The New York City dance-rock mainstays will return to Boston for a four-night run at Roadrunner from April 30 through May 3, followed by a May 24 stop at the Grand Theatre at The Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada.

Tickets for the Reno show go on sale Friday, February 20 at 10am local time. The Boston residency goes on sale Friday, February 27 at 10am local time. An artist presale for Boston runs from Tuesday, February 24 at 10am through Thursday, February 26 at 10pm local time. All ticketing details are available via the band’s official site.

The newly announced dates join an already stacked run that includes four nights at Chicago’s Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom from March 5 through March 8, plus a May 23 appearance at Bottlerock Napa Valley. Exek will open the Boston shows, with Reno support to be announced.

Full list of newly announced and upcoming dates:

Thursday, March 5, 2026 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
Friday, March 6, 2026 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
Saturday, March 7, 2026 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
Sunday, March 8, 2026 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
Thursday, April 30, 2026 – Boston, MA – Roadrunner
Friday, May 1, 2026 – Boston, MA – Roadrunner
Saturday, May 2, 2026 – Boston, MA – Roadrunner
Sunday, May 3, 2026 – Boston, MA – Roadrunner
Saturday, May 23, 2026 – Napa, CA – Bottlerock Napa Valley
Sunday, May 24, 2026 – Reno, NV – Grand Theatre at The Grand Sierra Resort

Irish Neo-Soul Standout Carrie Baxter Opens Up On “Change”

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Irish Neo-Soul Standout Carrie Baxter Opens Up On “Change”

Rising Irish neo-soul artist Carrie Baxter returns with “Change,” out now, a deeply personal preview of her forthcoming album ‘Seven,’ arriving March 11. Known for blending neo-soul, R&B and jazz with confessional songwriting, Baxter continues to build a sound rooted in vulnerability and emotional precision.

“Change” unfolds with dreamlike verses and spoken-word passages before rising into a gospel-tinged chorus that lingers long after it lands. The arrangement feels spacious yet intimate, giving her voice room to carry the weight of the story. It is a striking showcase of restraint and release, anchored by a chorus that resonates with conviction.

Speaking on the track, Carrie shares, “This song didn’t come easily to me. It forced me to sit with the parts of myself I’d avoided for years, the patterns I carried from childhood that I knew I had to face”. That honesty runs through the song, reinforcing her reputation for emotionally driven storytelling.

With more than 80 million Spotify streams, Baxter’s ascent has drawn attention from outlets including COLORS, Wonderland and The Irish Independent, alongside radio support from BBC Introducing, BBC Radio 1, BBC 6 Music and Jazz FM. Following earlier singles “Under My Skin,” “Loved You Before” and “Open Up Your Arms,” “Change” marks another confident step toward ‘Seven.’

Why Choose Rehab Cape Town?

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By Mitch Rice

When individualities search for recovery cape city and rehab cape town, they’re frequently looking for further than a treatment center. They’re looking for sequestration and discretion, world- class clinical care, a peaceful, inspiring setting, transnational norms at competitive costs, and distance from driving surroundings.Cape Town offers a rare combination of all these rudiments.girdled by the Atlantic Ocean and dominated by the iconic Table Mountain, the megacity provides a natural remedial background. Research in environmental psychology shows that access to nature significantly reduces stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms crucial factors in dependence recovery.But the beauty of Cape Town is only part of the story.

Clinical Excellence in Addiction Treatment

Leading recuperation centers in Cape Town follow internationally honored treatment models, frequently combining:

  • medical detoxification under 24/7 supervision
  • Cognitive Behavioral remedy( CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy( DBT)
  • trauma- informed remedy
  • binary opinion treatment
  • holistic curatives similar as yoga, awareness, and fitness programs

numerous individualities floundering with dependence also witnessco-occurring diseases similar as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or collapse. estimable recovery installations in Cape Town specialize in treating both dependence and underpinning internal health conditions contemporaneously dramatically perfecting long- term recovery issues.

Afkickkliniek Zuid Afrika Why Dutch & Belgian guests Choose South Africa

The term afkickkliniek zuid afrika( recovery clinic South Africa) is decreasingly searched by Dutch and Belgian guests seeking high- quality care outside Europe.

There are several reasons for this trend.

1. Distance Creates Perspective

Physical distance from familiar surroundings can break destructive patterns. Being thousands of kilometers down from daily triggers allows guests to concentrate entirely on recovery.

2. sequestration and Confidentiality

South African installations frequently give discreet, private treatment options ideal for professionals, directors, and public numbers.

3. Cost-Effective Excellence

Compared to private conventions in Western Europe, an afkickkliniek in Zuid Afrika frequently offers luxury- position treatment at a more accessible cost without compromising quality.

4. English- Speaking Clinical brigades

utmost programs operate in English, and some centers give Dutch- speaking counselors to accommodate European guests.

A Unique Approach to Healing

What truly differentiates recovery in Cape Town from numerous other destinations is the integration of structured remedy with existential recovery.

A typical day in a decoration Cape Town fix center may include:

  • morning awareness overlooking the ocean
  • clinical group remedy sessions
  • one- on- one psychotherapy
  • physical exertion similar as hiking or supervised out-of-door excursions
  • nutritive support and heartiness coaching
  • evening reflection groups

This combination of substantiation- grounded remedy and life restructuring helps guests rebuild not just sobriety but identity, purpose, and adaptability.

Types of Dependences Treated

Rehab centers in Cape Town treat a wide diapason of substance and behavioral dependences , including:

  • alcohol dependence
  • cocaine dependence
  • heroin and opioid reliance
  • tradition drug abuse
  • cannabis dependence
  • gambling dependence
  • process dependences ( gaming, coitus, internet use)

Specialized detox programs are available when necessary, icing safe pullout under medical supervision.

Aftercare and Long- Term Success

Recovery does n’t end when a customer leaves domestic treatment. estimable installations offering recovery Cape Town programs give:

  • structured aftercare planning
  • online remedy sessions
  • transnational referral networks
  • fall forestallment coaching
  • family reintegration support

This global durability of care is especially precious for transnational guests returning to Europe after completing treatment.

The Psychological Power of Environment

There’s commodity deeply transformative about beginning recovery at the edge of a mainland, where mountains meet the ocean. The dramatic bank near Cape of Good Hope symbolizes renewal and new onsets an emotional anchor point for numerous guests.In dependence treatment, terrain is n’t a luxury. It’s a remedial tool.

Is Rehab in Cape Town Right for You?

Choosing an dependence treatment center is one of the most important opinions a person can make. Rehab Cape Town programs and afkickkliniek Zuid Afrika installations are particularly suitable for individualities who:

  • need sequestration and distance
  • have endured relapse in their home country
  • bear binary opinion treatment
  • prefer lower, substantiated treatment settings
  • want recovery in a natural, restorative terrain

Final studies

Dependence recovery is n’t just about stopping substance use it’s about rebuilding a life. Searching for recovery cape city or afkickkliniek zuid afrika frequently marks the first valorous step toward change.With internationally trained clinicians, holistic treatment models, and the inspiring geography of South Africa, Cape Town has come one of the world’s leading destinations for private, high- quality dependence treatment.Healing requires courage. occasionally, it also requires a change of horizon.

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

San Francisco Proto-Industrial Legends Chrome Resurface With ‘The Visitation’ 50th Anniversary Reissue

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San Francisco Proto-Industrial Legends Chrome Resurface With ‘The Visitation’ 50th Anniversary Reissue

Cleopatra Records have unveiled “Return To Zanzibar” ahead of their 50th anniversary reissue of Chrome’s 1976 debut album ‘The Visitation,’ arriving April 17. Long out of reach for most collectors, original pressings have commanded steep resale prices, making this edition a welcome return for one of underground rock’s most uncompromising statements.

Formed in mid-1970s San Francisco around founder Damon Edge, alongside John Cyborg, Mike Low and Gary Spain, Chrome built a sound that rejected convention. Electric violin, Moog, guitars, bass, tape machines and a refusal to play by the rules fueled a record that tore into psychedelic punk and rebuilt it in harsher, stranger form. The influence of Can, Jimi Hendrix, Captain Beefheart and The Residents runs deep, but the result feels singular.

Industrial music’s roots echo throughout ‘The Visitation,’ and its strain of space rock carries a jagged edge that still feels volatile. A startling new video for “Return To Zanzibar” underscores that volatility, pairing the track’s restless energy with vivid visuals. The reissue also features liner notes by Chrome historian Neil Martinson, offering deeper context into the album’s creation and legacy.

The CD edition expands the story with a bonus disc collecting two Damon Edge solo albums, 1986’s ‘Grand Visions’ and 1987’s ‘Surreal Rock.’ Together, they showcase the restless imagination that powered Chrome from the beginning.

Tracklisting:

DISC 1

  1. How Many Years Too Soon?
  2. Raider
  3. Return to Zanzibar
  4. Caroline
  5. Riding You
  6. Kinky Lover
  7. Sun Control
  8. My Time to Live
  9. Memory Cords Over The Bay
  10. Damon Edge 1981 interview [CD ONLY]

DISC 2 [CD ONLY]

  1. That’s Ok for Me
  2. In the Light Fields
  3. Anna
  4. No Reason to Leave from the Sun
  5. The Android Stroll
  6. There’s No Difference for You or Me
  7. A Grand Vision
  8. Coming Through for You
  9. I’m Not a Loner
  10. You Know My Heart Is True
  11. I Found Us a Home
  12. Surreal Real Soon
  13. We Are Not Dying
  14. The Sight to Sea

Classic ’70s Pop Landmark Carly Simon’s ‘No Secrets’ Gets 45RPM Audiophile Treatment

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Classic ’70s Pop Landmark Carly Simon’s ‘No Secrets’ Gets 45RPM Audiophile Treatment

Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab announces the first-ever 45RPM audiophile release of Carly Simon’s breakthrough album ‘No Secrets.’ The landmark 1970s singer-songwriter set arrives February 20 as a numbered 180g 45RPM 2LP edition, limited to 3,000 copies. Sourced from the original master tapes and pressed at Fidelity Record Pressing in California, the reissue is housed in a premium Stoughton gatefold jacket.

Recorded at Trident Studios in London and produced by Richard Perry, the album features contributions from James Taylor, Mick Jagger, Paul and Linda McCartney, Lowell George and Klaus Voormann. The expanded 45RPM format allows the arrangements to breathe, revealing depth in the strings, backing vocals and Simon’s unmistakable delivery. The presentation feels immersive and alive.

The platinum-certified record is anchored by the No. 1 hit “You’re So Vain,” ranked by Rolling Stone among the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. Across the album, Simon moves through introspective confessionals, folk-rock bite and blues-tinged textures with steady command. This edition honors that range with warmth, balance and remarkable detail.

Track List:

Side One:
The Right Thing to Do
The Carter Family

Side Two:
You’re So Vain
His Friends Are More Than Fond of Robin
We Have No Secrets

Side Three:
Embrace Me, You Child
Waited So Long

Side Four:
It Was So Easy
Night Owl
When You Close Your Eyes

Andrew McMahon Revives “Three Pianos” For August Run

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Andrew McMahon Revives “Three Pianos” For August Run

Veteran California indie-pop singer-songwriter-pianist Andrew McMahon has announced the return of “Three Pianos: An Evening with Something Corporate, Jack’s Mannequin, and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness,” bringing the career-spanning event to three cities this August. The special production unites McMahon with all three of his projects and the personal pianos that soundtrack each chapter of his life.

The August dates include Philadelphia on August 8, Chicago on August 14 and Long Beach, California on August 22. In addition, two intimate “An Evening With Andrew McMahon” performances will take place in Philadelphia on August 6 and Chicago on August 12. Camp Wilderness fan club presale begins February 17 at 12pm ET and 9am PT, with additional presales running February 18 and February 19 at 10am local time. The public on-sale starts February 20 at 10am local time. One dollar from every ticket benefits the Dear Jack Foundation.

“Last summer’s Three Pianos show was life changing,” shares McMahon. “Nothing could have prepared me for the magic I felt that night. Sharing the stage with the members of all three of my bands and getting to weave a lifetime’s worth of songs and memories into a single show is something I’d wanted to do for years but was too scared to try. Having done it once, I couldn’t shake the feeling that this was a moment deserving of a few more stages and a few more nights with my friends and collaborators and the fans that gave our music a home.”

French Synth-Pop Visionary Mango In Euphoria Ignites With “ARM CANDY”

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French Synth-Pop Visionary Mango In Euphoria Ignites With “ARM CANDY”

French synth-pop riser Mango In Euphoria steps forward with “ARM CANDY,” her most striking and talked-about release to date. Cinematic and edged with danger, the single glows with late-night neon energy while locking into a sleek retro pulse. It places her firmly at the front of a new European wave driven by analog textures and bold storytelling.

Though she has not publicly unpacked the song’s meaning, “ARM CANDY” sketches a world of industry pressure, illusion and emotional performance. It arrives as another preview of her upcoming EP “Lethal Lust,” a project she has described as confronting men in the industry who dismissed and underestimated her for years. The message lands direct and unfiltered.

The recurring line “sell your soul, grab your arm candy” slices into fame culture and transactional intimacy. French lyric passages add intimacy, revealing a tension between self-protection and the need for truth. The record feels emotionally exposed yet commanding, a seductive but defiant statement that lingers long after the final chorus.

Early live performances have fueled conversation, especially the charged onstage dynamic between Mango and her new permanent bassist Falko, a connection echoed in the music video. The chemistry reads almost narrative, intensifying the song’s themes of power and perception. “ARM CANDY” stands tall as a bold synth-pop anthem with ambition running straight through it.

Los Angeles Indie Pop Duo Queen Anne Strut Into “Watch Me Win It”

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Los Angeles Indie Pop Duo Queen Anne Strut Into “Watch Me Win It”

Los Angeles indie pop duo Queen Anne return with “Watch Me Win It,” a sharp, radio-ready single that pulls from multiple eras of pop. The track folds a wink of rockabilly into a sleek modern indie frame, giving it bounce and bite at the same time. It is bright, playful and built to stick. “Watch Me Win It” lands with undeniable charm and a hook that refuses to loosen its grip.

The song carries a mischievous streak. There is wit in the writing and levity in the delivery, a balance that keeps the energy buoyant without losing focus. It follows last year’s debut “Real Enough,” which introduced their character-driven storytelling and quick-turn phrasing. This new release pushes that personality further, sharpening both the humor and the musical muscle.

Commenting on the track, frontwoman Katie Silverman says, “The inspiration for ‘Watch Me Win It’ came when I had like three victory points in my hand during a game of Catan, and nobody had the slightest clue. They all pretty much counted me out because I only had a couple settlements, but then I built a city and turned over my development cards, and that was that.”

Queen Anne is led by Silverman alongside veteran writer and producer Sandy Chila. Silverman, who recently turned 21, has worked in film, television and theatre since the age of five, with appearances on Grey’s Anatomy, How I Met Your Mother, General Hospital and New Girl. The duo also drew attention for their bold take on David Bowie’s “Let’s Dance,” reimagining a classic with confidence. With each release, Queen Anne tighten their sound and make their case in real time.

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