One-man uprising Maxx Dee delivers a sonic detonation with the latest Illegal Mind single “No Test No Voice” as a raw defiance against the modern digital circus. Blending punk aggression with alternative metal edge, the track features jagged riffs and snarling conviction to challenge the dopamine-fueled reality of a society trapped inside an endless feed. This self-produced anthem serves as a seething reflection on modern decay and built-in obsolescence while expanding the dystopian universe established in previous works like “Zombie Girl” and “Riding Eleanor”. The single provides a powerful preview of a forthcoming 2025 punk rock EP that promises to explore the cost of truth and creative survival in a broken world.
The Band of Heathens Celebrate 20 Years with New Single “No Direction” and ‘Country Sides’ Album
The Band of Heathens officially mark two decades of fierce independence with the announcement of their landmark tenth studio album ‘Country Sides’ arriving this February. This new collection serves as a greasy guitar-filled masterclass in roots rock, tracked in just over a week at the band’s own studio, The Finishing School, alongside producer Jim Vollentine. The group celebrates this milestone with the release of the soulful lead single “No Direction,” a lovelorn cowboy anthem that features lush harmonies and yearning pedal steel. This arrival comes at a high point for the Austin-based rockers, as their classic recording “Hurricane” has officially been certified platinum after amassing over one billion streams.
Founded by the enduring creative partnership of Ed Jurdi and Gordy Quist, the group continues to blaze a singular trail from legendary barrooms to the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. The upcoming 2026 tour schedule includes high-profile stops at Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater and the iconic Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa. Highlights from the new record include the swampy groove of “Take The Cake” and the free-wheeling energy of “She’s The Night,” which showcase a band still writing some of their best music to date. This 20-year journey stands as a testament to self-reliance and the power of organic music that resonates deeply with a dedicated global fan base.
‘Country Sides’ Tracklist:
- No Direction
- High on Our Own Supply
- She’s the Night
- Lead Don’t Follow
- Forever’s Not a Long Time
- Finish Something I Started
- Pleasing People
- Good as I Can Be
- Take the Cake
- Just as Much
- Letting Go
Upcoming Tour Dates:
Jan 05-10 – Steamboat Springs, CO – MusicFest 2026
Jan 11-18 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Sandy Beaches Cruise 2026
Jan 27-31 – Key West, FL – Mile 0 Fest 2026
Feb 05 – Raleigh, NC – Roadtrip To Raleigh 2026
Mar 06 – Austin, TX – Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater
Mar 12 – El Dorado, AR – First Financial Music Hall at the Murphy Arts District
Mar 13 – Jackson, MS – Duling Hall
Mar 14 – Huntingdon, TN – Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center
Mar 15 – Indianapolis, IN – Turntable
Mar 17 – Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon
Mar 18 – Chicago, IL – Garcia’s
Mar 19 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line
Mar 20 – Ottawa, KS – Ottawa Memorial Auditorium
Mar 21 – Tulsa, OK – Cain’s Ballroom
Apr 10 – Atlanta, GA – Terminal West
Apr 11 – Walhalla, SC – Walhalla Performing Arts Center
Apr 12 – Charleston, WV – Mountain Stage
Apr 14 – Asheville, NC – Revival Asheville
Apr 15 – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre
Apr 16 – Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood Theatre
Apr 17 – Isle Of Palms, SC – The Wind Jammer
Apr 18 – Pelham, TN – The Caverns
Apr 19 – Waverly, AL – Standard Deluxe Inc
Apr 22 – New Orleans, LA – Chickie Wah Wah
Apr 23 – Baton Rouge, LA – Manship Theatre
Apr 24 – Houston, TX – The Heights Theater
Apr 25 – Plano, TX – The Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall
Dolly Parton Announces 2026 Dates for the ‘Threads: My Songs in Symphony’ Multimedia Tour
The legendary Dolly Parton expands her groundbreaking multimedia production ‘Threads: My Songs in Symphony’ to twelve new cities for a massive 2026 season. This immersive concert experience features the lush orchestral arrangements of David Hamilton and stunning visual storytelling from Adam Grannick to guide audiences through the icon’s historic career. While Dolly appearing on screen shares the deep personal stories behind classics like “Coat of Many Colors” and “Jolene,” a powerhouse ensemble of vocalists including Katelyn Drye and Hollie Hammel bring these newly orchestrated hits to life on stage alongside premier national orchestras.
This innovative symphonic journey continues to captivate fans across the country following a string of sold-out performances with the Nashville Symphony and the Cleveland Orchestra. The 2026 tour itinerary includes multiple nights at the Boettcher Concert Hall in Denver and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in Kansas City. By blending intimate narration with the grandeur of a full symphony, the show offers a fresh perspective on the music that has defined Dolly’s legacy for generations of listeners. Each evening serves as a vibrant celebration of the creative threads that weave together her extraordinary life and songwriting.
Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony 2026 Tour Dates:
January 3-4 – Colorado Symphony – Denver, CO
January 17-18 – St. Louis Symphony – St. Louis, MO
January 23-25 – Cincinnati Pops Orchestra – Cincinnati, OH
January 31 – Louisville Orchestra – Louisville, KY
February 14-15 – Oregon Symphony – Portland, OR
March 19-21 – Nashville Symphony – Nashville, TN
March 20-21 – Grand Rapids Symphony – Grand Rapids, MI
March 28 – Phoenix Symphony – Phoenix, AZ
April 7-11 – Naples Philharmonic – Naples, FL
May 1 – Eugene Symphony – Eugene, OR
May 15-17 – Kansas City Symphony – Kansas City, MO
August 1 – Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra – Chautauqua, NY
Dave McCabe Announces Intimate UK Tour as Dave Zuton to Premiere New Solo Album Material
Founding frontman Dave McCabe enters a vibrant new creative phase this spring as he embarks on an intimate UK headline tour under the name Dave Zuton. These stripped-back performances offer a rare opportunity to hear the legendary songwriter deliver “Valerie” and “Pressure Point” alongside brand-new material from his upcoming 2026 solo album. Joined by special guest and longtime collaborator James Jay Lewis of Cast fame, McCabe intends to showcase the raw emotion and soul-infused rock that solidified his reputation as one of the most distinctive voices in British music.
The April trek follows the anticipated release of his debut solo single “When You’re Young” and takes the duo to a series of unique venues off the beaten track. From the historic St George’s Church in Wigan to the iconic Brudenell Social Club in Leeds, the setlists will feature a mix of deep cuts and hits originally written for ‘Who Killed…… The Zutons?’. McCabe is eager to share the new songs he has been quietly developing, promising a fearless and emotionally direct connection with audiences in these acoustic settings.
Each evening serves as a celebration of instinctive songwriting as Dave Zuton and James Jay Lewis perform together on stage to bring these melodies to life in their purest form. This journey across the UK marks the first time fans can experience the evolution of McCabe’s sound from his Liverpool roots to his latest solo chapter. The tour concludes with a major homecoming show at the Jacaranda Baltic in Liverpool, ensuring a powerful finale to this exciting introduction of his new material.
Dave Zuton UK Tour Dates:
Thursday 2 April – Barnoldswick, Music & Arts Centre
Thursday 9 April – Camberley, Login Lounge
Friday 10 April – Wigan (Tyldesley), St George’s Church
Saturday 11 April – Leamington Spa, Temperance
Sunday 12 April – Leeds, Brudenell Social Club
Wednesday 15 April – Stoke, The Artisan Tap
Thursday 16 April – Bedford, Esquires
Saturday 18 April – Mold, Caffi Isa
Sunday 19 April – Chesterfield, Real Time Live
Monday 20 April – Glasgow, CCA
Tuesday 21 April – Edinburgh, Voodoo Rooms
Thursday 23 April – Hull, The New Adelphi
Saturday 25 April – Liverpool, Jacaranda Baltic
Heavy Halo Joins My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult on the “Delicate Terror Tour, Part Two”
NYC alt-industrial duo Heavy Halo prepares to storm the Western United States this spring as they join the legendary My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult for the “Delicate Terror Tour, Part Two”. This massive trek marks the first time McKeever and Gosteffects will bring their unique vision of industrialized rock to the West Coast and Southwest alongside a powerhouse lineup featuring Light Asylum and Die Sexual. The tour follows the success of the latest Heavy Halo album ‘Damaged Dream’ and their recent official remix of the Andy Bell track “Godspell”.
Operating out of the historic Spellsound Studios in Brooklyn, the group delivers a high-energy mix of electronic power and human vulnerability that perfectly complements the Wax Trax! Records legacy of their tour mates. My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult brings decades of provocative house, funk, and industrial influence to the stage with a catalog famous for appearances in iconic films like ‘The Crow’. Fans can also look forward to seeing the darkwave energy of Devora and the intense presence of Light Asylum as this underground art experiment hits legendary venues from the Crystal Ballroom to the Teragram Ballroom.
Tour Dates (w/ Light Asylum, Die Sexual, Devora, Heavy Halo):
03/25 – San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall
03/27 – Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom
03/28 – Tacoma, WA @ Spanish Ballroom
03/31 – Boise, ID @ Shrine Social Club
04/01 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall
04/03 – Denver, CO @ Oriental Theatre
04/04 – Colorado Springs, CO @ The Black Sheep
04/07 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Beer City Music Hall
04/09 – Austin, TX @ Mohawk
04/10 – Dallas, TX @ Echo Lounge & Music Hall
04/11 – Houston, TX @ Numbers
04/12 – San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger
04/14 – El Paso, TX @ Lowbrow Palace
04/17 – San Diego, CA @ The Music Box
04/18 – Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram Ballroom
Tony Bourge and Janne Stark Fuel the Dual Leads on the New Nerve Star Album ‘WHITE HOT’
Hard rock quintet Nerve Star prepares to shake the foundation of the heavy metal scene with the late February release of their debut album ‘WHITE HOT’. This powerhouse collection features a thunderous blend of seventies hard rock and NWOBHM energy driven by the dual lead guitar attack of Chris Billinghurst and Swedish producer Janne Stark. The lineup reached its full potential after bringing in vocalist Matt Oakman and drummer Peter Svensson to create a sound reminiscent of the legendary Thin Lizzy style. These sessions took place across international borders as the band tracked thirteen unrelenting songs at Raw Studios in England and Stark’s own facilities in Sweden.
The upcoming record receives a massive boost from guest guitarist Tony Bourge who provides his legendary riff master skills to the epic closing track “Richard III”. Known for his work with the Welsh band Budgie and writing classics famously covered by Metallica and Van Halen, Bourge contributes his signature style to a song he originally recorded with the group Tredegar. This final track serves as a massive guitar showcase featuring all three lead players on one definitive anthem. Fans can look forward to ‘WHITE HOT’ arriving on vinyl, CD, and digital formats via RSK Entertainment followed by a string of UK gigs and European festival appearances later in 2026.
Tom Petty Performs “Christmas All Over Again” for the ‘A Very Special Christmas’ 2000 Television Event
Rock legend Tom Petty brings his signature holiday spirit to the screen with a classic performance from the ‘A Very Special Christmas’ television special on TNT. Originally taped in late 2000, this appearance showcases a short-haired Petty and The Heartbreakers delivering a spirited rendition of his original festive track “Christmas All Over Again”. The event followed an incredible private set where Petty was joined by Jon Bon Jovi and John Popper for a historic musical moment during a unique time in American history. This performance serves as a highlight of the long-running ‘A Very Special Christmas’ series which has featured iconic contributions from Bruce Springsteen and Stevie Nicks to raise support for the Special Olympics.
Kali Uchis Answers Fan Demand with the Official Release of “Muévelo” and ‘Sincerely, P.S.’
Grammy-winning global artist Kali Uchis officially delivers the highly anticipated single “Muévelo” following a massive wave of social media demand from her dedicated fan base. This track originated during the vibrant ‘OrquÃdeas’ era and arrives just as Uchis prepares to take her spectacular The Sincerely, Tour to Latin America. The release adds even more momentum to a landmark year that saw her latest studio album ‘Sincerely,’ climb to the second spot on the Billboard 200 while showcasing her most intimate and self-produced work to date.
The current tour serves as a career-spanning journey that features hit singles like “Moonlight” and “All I Can Say” alongside fresh collaborations from the deluxe edition ‘Sincerely: P.S.’. Fans in North America recently witnessed a sold-out arena run highlighted by surprise guest appearances from stars such as Sza and Tyler the Creator. With “Is It a Crime” currently topping the Billboard Rhythmic Airplay chart and her self-care brand Homebody expanding into physical pop-up shops, Uchis continues to dominate the pop landscape through her unique ability to romanticize life.
Darlene Love Returns to ‘The Tonight Show’ to Perform “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” with Little Steven and Paul Shaffer
Legendary soul singer Darlene Love continues her iconic holiday tradition with a powerhouse performance of the classic “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” on the stage of ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’. The R&B icon first began this seasonal ritual back in 1986 on the ‘Late Show with David Letterman’ and has kept the spirit alive for decades of appreciative television audiences. This latest appearance sees her joined by longtime collaborators Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul alongside the incomparable Paul Shaffer on the keys.
Theo Bleak Excavates Grief and “Finest Work” on Her New ‘Bargaining’ Mixtape
Scottish indie artist Theo Bleak shares her most vulnerable work to date with the release of the fourteen-song mixtape ‘Bargaining’. This collection serves as a chronological documentation of a transformative year where the songwriter navigated intense grief and a deep desire for connection. Katie Lynch found a unique creative spark by annotating the vintage journals of her late great uncle John to find a thin veil between the living and the dead. The tracks feature raw recordings where the audible creak of a studio chair adds to the brutal honesty of her reflections on choices and mistakes.
The new project includes the standout single “Megan in New York” which explores damaging dynamics and the self-implosion of a life during a trip to the city. This follows the success of her ‘Bad Luck Is Two Yellow Flowers’ ep and the atmospheric “Peach Sky” which gained massive international support on BBC Radio 1. The mixtape functions as a cathartic exploration of pain and hope while blending haunting melodies with her signature goth waltz guitar sounds. Every song represents a painful step forward through the bargaining stage of grief while maintaining a beautiful focus on poetic lyricism.
Fans can catch the rising star live as she brings these new songs to the stage for a series of intimate performances across the United Kingdom. After making a splash at The Great Escape Festival and supporting artists like Eleni Drake, the Dundee based musician prepares for a special winter appearance in Edinburgh. The ‘Bargaining’ tracks like “Finest Work” and “NJ Transit” look to build on the momentum of her previous radio hits and editorial playlist success. This journey through the countryside of the heart offers listeners a refreshingly unique look at the human experience.
‘Bargaining’ Tracklist:
- End of Bargaining
- Megan in New York
- (17)
- Finest Work
- So Glad I Waited
- 1994-95
- NJ Transit
- John
- The Light in Your Eyes Faded Too
- Mortified
- Leave Me Alone
- (14)
- My Name Lives in Your Throat
- To, Hell (Redux)
Theo Bleak Live:
Jan 01 – Edinburgh, UK – Winter Festival First Footing
Feb 05 – Glasgow, UK – The Glad Cafe