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UK Rockers Silveroller Fire Up the Stage with New Live Single “Trouble Follows Me (Live in ’25)”

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On 24th October, when they start their run of UK shows with Bobbie Dazzle, SILVEROLLER release their new single, ‘Trouble Follows Me (Live in ’25)’

This track is a searing rocker that captures the very essence of the band, showcasing their flair and fabulousness alongside that live feel and groove. With more new music coming in ’26, the buzz is growing exponentially in the Silveroller camp.

The band says, Trouble Follows Me, our tongue in cheek moment of truth, sometimes it does feel like no matter how fast, how far we run, how much peace we try and seek, trouble some how arrives at our door.” 

We wanted to get some new music out to everyone who’s been following us, and we recorded a lot of our shows on tour earlier in the year, mainly for ourselves so we could hear how we’re sounding live. One of the constant questions we had gotten from fans was “when will we have some new music!?”. There’s some good news for anyone who wants new music from Silveroller. We’re currently in the writing process for a new record! There’s a lot of work going into the songs. We’re starting to discuss studios and we’re getting ready to make our first Full length album some time early next year. 

Before then though, we wanted to release a live single, or two, of songs that will be on that record. We didn’t want the people who have been asking for new music to have to wait for the “studio versions” to be ready for you to hear them, so here is ‘Trouble Follows Me – Live’, unfiltered, raw, passionate and as it came from us onstage. We hope you dig it, thank you for waiting so patiently for new music, there’s more on the way.


Supporting Bobbie Dazzle:
24th Oct The Lower Third, London
29th Oct Clwb Ifor Bach, Cardiff
30th Oct The Lodge at the Deaf Institute, Manchester
Supporting Reef:
31st Oct O2 Academy, Liverpool 

2026
28th – 31st May, Call Of The Wild Festival, Lincolnshire
18th – 20th June, Love Rocks Festival, Dorse

Texas Country Powerhouse Bri Bagwell Hits Full Throttle with New Single “Hit The Highway”

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Texas Female Artist of the Decade and 9-Time Winning Vocalist of the Year, Bri Bagwell, shares tour-tested stories on “Hit The Highway,” the fourth digital single from her upcoming EP. The track is a high-octane, highway anthem penned solely by Bagwell. Packed with punchy guitars, a driving groove, and Bri’s unmistakable Texas grit, it’s tailor-made for the open road, where she has refined her energetic live show for the better part of 15 years. Bagwell will celebrate the release this evening in true Texas fashion with a full band show at Fort Worth’s legendary honkytonk, Billy Bob’s Texas.

“They said to write what you know, and heaven knows I know a lot about road life!” Bagwell shares, “‘Hit the Highway’ is a song written from personal experience from someone who has had three vans, an RV, multiple trailers, and a consistently full touring schedule for most of the last fifteen years. It’s about giving yourself some grace and living a life that, despite being difficult, is about leaving behind more than just some dust.”

Cut with producer Rachel Loy at the Smoakstack, the track features Nashville’s finest including ACM Drummer of the Year Fred Eltringham (drums), Rachel Loy (bass, background vocals), Sam Hunter (electric guitar), Paul Eason (acoustic guitar), and Billy Justineau (piano).

Bri is certainly ready to “Hit The Highway” this summer, with multiple stops across TX as well as NM, KS, NE and a Midwestern run this fall with dates in SD, MN, WI, and IL. She continues to host her chart-topping podcast, Only Vans, which is currently in the top 10% of all podcasts globally and distributed by The Bluegrass Situation’s Good Country Network.

Scottish Rockers Mason Hill Return with New Singer and Darker Edge on Explosive Single ‘Remember’

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MASON HILL release their huge new single ‘Remember‘, the first music to feature new vocalist and frontman Tom Ward, and the first opportunity for fans to hear the path the band are now taking, one that sees a darker turn both lyrically and sonically, loaded with emotion and powered forward by an intense, brooding and contemporary edge. 
 
‘Remember‘ sees Mason Hill return in spectacular style, adding more dynamics and depth than ever before, assisted in no small measure by the production of Dan Weller (Enter Shikari, Bury Tomorrow, Those Damn Crows).

James Bird (guitar) says: “The new tune ‘Remember’ is dark, it’s heavy and it embodies the direction we’re headed. We can’t wait to blow the roof off our sold-out London and Glasgow shows with this new track. They are both going to be nights to Remember!”

Matt Ward (bass) says: “We have loved exploring the heavier side of Mason Hill with Dan Weller on production duties. These recordings are sounding absolutely massive and are so much fun to play. We can’t wait to get back on stage with these , and I’m absolutely buzzing to reveal all the things we have planned.”

‘Remember‘ is just the first step on the road to a new album from Mason Hill, half of which has already been recorded, and the remainder of which will be captured during further sessions with Weller in November. Expect an early 2026 release for the as-yet-untitled full length. With two ‘comeback’ shows in London and Glasgow selling out in 24 hours, it’s clear that the band’s fanbase is still very much with them.

Four years after ‘Against the Wall’ made such an impact, Mason Hill is re-entering the fray with renewed intent, showcasing a freshly updated sound and presentation. New guy Tom Ward states; “Joining Mason Hill has been transformational for me – 12 months of hard graft, anticipation and gearing up to tear up the stage. Together we’ve been creating an album which is raw, powerful and pure Mason Hill.”

This line up feels like a huge step forward for the Glasgow-based band, and with good reason. While the core of Mason Hill is the same as the band that made ‘Against The Wall’ – James plus guitarist Marc Montgomery, bassist Matt Ward and drummer Craig McFetridge – their new music marks the introduction of new singer Ward, whose versatile voice brings different dimensions to Mason Hill’s signature sound as he switches from emotive whisper to arena-rattling power in a heartbeat.

“We’re still Mason Hill, but in some ways, it feels like we’re a brand-new band,” says James of their new configuration. “With Tom in the line-up, we’ve got a new energy.”
“Coming into this band at this point has been a dream,” adds Tom. “We hit it off from the start, and we discovered we’ve brought new things out in each other as writers. The new songs we’ve written so far are just amazing.” 

Mason Hill have been no strangers to adversity over their 10-year existence. They’ve endured false starts, botched record deals and a six-year gap between 2015’s eponymous debut EP and the release of ‘Against The Wall’. Even the latter landed during the height of the Covid pandemic, meaning the band weren’t initially able to tour in support of it. The departure of former singer Scott Taylor at the end of 2023 was just the latest obstacle they had to overcome.

Mason Hill kick off their new era at the following shows this November; both of which are now sold out:
27th November – London, Camden Assembly
29th November – Glasgow, The Cathouse

Live Nation Asia and Trip.com Group Join Forces to Turn Every Concert Into a Destination Adventure

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Concert travel is reshaping tourism in Asia, with fans crossing borders and booking trips to see the artists they love. Trip.com Group, a global leader in travel services, and Live Nation Asia, the world’s leading live entertainment company, have announced a multi-year strategic partnership to integrate travel and live music experiences across key Asian markets.

Launching across Hong Kong/Macau, Singapore, Thailand, South Korea and Mainland China, the collaboration will allow fans to seamlessly plan concert-focused trips — combining exclusive presale access to showswith flights, hotels, and curated local experiences through Trip.com Group’s platform.

This partnership marks Trip.com Group’s first step into the live entertainment travel space, reinforcing its commitment to meeting evolving traveller demands and reflecting how tourism, hospitality, and live entertainment are coming together in new ways.

The Rising Power of Music-Driven Tourism

As live music becomes a growing driver of travel, this partnership is designed to empower fans to follow the artists they love while supporting regional tourism and elevating destination appeal in Asia.

According to Trip.com’s Momentum consumer survey, which highlights the next big trends in travel, nearly 66% of Asia Pacific travellers are willing to travel internationally for concertswith Gen Z and Millennials leading the trend. In Singapore, hotel bookings tripled during Lady Gaga’s Asia-exclusive show, while in Hong Kong, over half of concertgoers extended their stay for leisure, driving revenue across tourism sectors. Artists are also adding shows in cities like Singapore, Bangkok, and Seoul, establishing these cities as must-visit music hubs. 

“Today’s music lovers are embracing immersive experiences that extend far beyond the concert itself,” said Mr. Bo Sun, Chief Marketing Officer, Trip.com Group. “Through partnerships like this, we are enhancing the travel journey, adding value for fans and unlocking new cultural and economic value for destinations and the wider industry in Asia. Together, we’re proud to pioneer the future of tourism through entertainment.” 

“Concert travel is redefining tourism across Asia,” said Mr James Dick, EVP of Partnerships and Media, Live Nation Asia. “Together with Trip.com, we’re helping fans turn concerts into unforgettable trips that shape the culture of entire cities.” 

The partnership also creates room for collaboration with local hotels, attractions, and tourism stakeholders in these markets, building concert-driven products and experiences that encourage more bookings, longer stays, and greater destination appeal in Asia. 

Turning Every Show into a Trip Worth Taking

The first launch under this partnership featured exclusive bundled experiences for K-pop powerhouse TWICE’s tour in Hong Kong. As the Official Travel Partner of the TWICE <THIS IS FOR> WORLD TOUR IN HONG KONG, Trip.com is giving fans exclusive presale access, bundled hotel packages, and transport options.

Similar bundles and early access will roll out across five markets in Asia, featuring global and regional superstars, and turning every show into an opportunity to explore a new destination. For example, bundles may include concert tickets paired with tickets to attractions like Hong Kong Disneyland, Rainforest Wild ASIA, sightseeing buses, and hotel rooms, elevating the entire trip.

Building on its role as BLACKPINK’s Official Sponsor in Bangkok and Hong Kong, Trip.com now also offers presale access for the upcoming BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR <DEADLINE> IN SINGAPORE and HONG KONG.

Visit Trip.com to discover more concert travel bundles, with additional packages and tour announcements coming soon.     

Rock Guitar Powerhouse Orianthi Unleashes New Single ‘Dark Days Are Gone’ From Her Album ‘Some Kind Of Feeling’

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Critically acclaimed guitarist and singer Orianthi will release her new single “Dark Days Are Gone” on Thursday October 16th. The new single is accompanied with an official music video that can be seen below. This is the fifth single taken from her critically acclaimed studio album Some Kind Of Feeling. Released by Woodward Avenue Records, the album is available on CD, vinyl, and digital HERE.


Orianthi produced three songs from the new album including “First Time Blues,” “Ghost,” and “Bad For Each Other.” The remaining seven songs on the album, including the new single “Dark Days Are Gone,” are produced by Kevin “The Caveman” Shirley (Black Country Communion, Beth Hart,  Joe Bonamassa).

Seems nothing can ever be written about the multi-talented veteran artist without mentioning her collaborations with Alice CooperDave Stewart and Richie Sambora, and the fact that Michael Jackson hired her for his London performances the year of his untimely death.

Her success as an artist in her own right, started with her Top 20 Billboard pop hit “According to You” and gold-selling Geffen album Believe (2009). While playing with legends over the years, she’s continued to build her discography with numerous albums on different labels.

Her prolific streak of stylistically diverse singles released by Woodward Avenue Records – “First Time Blues” featuring Joe Bonamassa, “Ghost,” “Some Kind of Feeling,” and “Attention,” launches a fresh, adventurous new phase of her solo career, an era of exciting creativity and powerhouse rock and roll.

With every new single, Orianthi reminds us that she’s at the top of her game in every way, finding fresh, vulnerable yet attitude-filled musical stories to tell, and allowing us to experience the guitar chops that have made her a modern-day rock icon.

Electronic Innovator Fred again.. Expands His USB002 Universe with ‘the floor’ Remixes Featuring Skin On Skin and BEAM

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Fresh off a whirlwind global rollout, Fred again.. is back with “the floor (fred remix)” and “the floor (skin on skin remix)”, featuring Skin On Skin and BEAM. These new remixes mark the third release from Fred’s new USB002 chapter, following “OGdub” with Danny Brown, BEAM & PARISI and “you’re a star” with Amyl and the Sniffers.

And he’s not stopping there. Fred’s ten songs, ten shows, ten cities, ten weeks mission continues tonight at Madrid’s IFEMA, joined by Skin On Skin, DREA and Toccororo. Last week’s stop in Brussels saw Fred team up with KOMA, LAURAVIOLI, DC Noises and SHOPLIFTER, all performing inside a mind-bending installation by Boris Acket that’s following the tour city to city.

Fred even popped by GIMIC Radio, the local Brussels station founded by KOMA, for a surprise set with the full USB002 lineup.

The journey began back in 2022 with the first USB series, loaded with fan favorites like “Baby Again,” “Rumble” with Skrillex & Flowdan, “Jungle,” “leavemealone” with Baby Keem and “stayinit” with Lil Yachty, plus remixes from Nia Archives, HAAi and Rico Nasty. That first era culminated in 2024 with USB001 on vinyl.

Now, Fred again.. is proving once more that no artist is pushing the boundaries of collaboration, connection, and sound quite like he is.

Danish Electro-Pop Visionary Hannah Schneider Brings Human Touch to AI Era with New Album ‘In This Room’

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At a time when AI is taking over the music industry, Hannah Schneider takes a different path on her new album ‘In This Room’ which is scheduled for release in Spring 2026. In a desire for human presence in the recording process, Hannah invited musicians she admired into her residency at the historical Thorvaldsens Museum in Copenhagen to create music.

’If these walls could talk, what would they say?’ was the inspiration behind the process. There, in the Thorvaldsens Museum, the composition and recording phase was turned on its head to investigate what happens when acoustic orchestral instruments are the very starting point. The new music is based on string effects, organic sounds, breathing and overtones, and is a distinctive mix of electronic beats, catchy melodies and modern compositions.

Produced with longtime collaborator Christian Balvig (When Saints Go Machine, and arranger for BBC Proms) and featuring Efterklang frontman Caspar Clausen, and drummer and vocalist Øyunn, amongst others, Hannah Schneider’s new record see’s her in a new lane to her previous critically acclaimed solo albums, but with the same brilliance that has established her as as one of the strongest voices in Denmark throughout her career. Her music has been used extensively in film, television and on some of the largest theater stages in Scandinavia and in 2023 and 2024 she won the Danish composers prize ‘Carl Prisen’ together with the contemporary jazz duo Kaleiido, for her work on the albums “Elements” and “Places”.

As a composer, Hannah has made a strong mark in recent years, where she has created commissioned pieces for several of the essential museums and cultural institutions across Denmark. From 2016-2021, Hannah was one half of the electronic duo AyOwA, which combine noise pop with vapor wave and melodies with improvisation in an atmospheric and playful mix with a dreamy approach. The duo has received international attention with their remarkable sound and songs, and has received airplay from  BBC Radio 1 and BBC 6 Music and press acclaim from The Huffington Post, Wonderland Magazine and  Clash to name a few. Hannah is also part of the performance duo Philip | Schneider, who create seductive spatial compositions and installations that engage the body, ears and mind. Starting from the voice, they explore the boundaries between the worlds of music and art.

All of these recent developments and experiences have fed wonderfully into ’In This Room’, the first taster of which is Hannah’s vibrant new single ‘Lighthouse’, which she’s now ready to unveil. Bursting with anticipation, ’Lighthouse’ describes the dizzying state of waking up in the middle of a troubling dream. With swirling strings and electronic beats, the track captures the listener in a chilling embrace.

Texas Country Goes Global as Dylan Gossett Blazes a Trail with Debut Album ‘Westward’

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 A rising face of Texas Country, multi-platinum certified and critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Dylan Gossett proudly presents his anxiously awaited debut album, Westward, out now via Big Loud Texas / Mercury Records. Listen to Westward here.

This 17-track body of work invites audiences to ride shotgun with Gossett on a personal journey soundtracked by his eloquent songcraft, his signature blend of Americana and Red Dirt influences, and the kinds of heartfelt tunes born from the heart of Texas Country yet universal enough to resonate worldwide.

Among many standouts, “Hangin’ On” hitches to briskly strummed acoustic guitar propelled by an upbeat rhythm. It culminates on a chant, “‘Cause I’ll be gone in time, so I’ll just toe the line.” Watch a live performance of “Hangin’ On” from Austin’s Orb Studios HERE. Bright chords set the tone for “Snake Eyes.” Rolling the dice and taking a chance on love, he laments, “What do you know, it’s snake eyes.” It builds towards a raw and relatable refrain, “Don’t act like I’ve got nothing to lose, don’t act like you don’t damn well know the truth, ’cause it ain’t just me, it always takes two.” Then, there’s the knockout finale “Baptized By Rain.” Backed by strains of soft guitar, he paints a vivid picture as he embraces the moment, “I push it all away, while I’m getting baptized by rain.” Elsewhere, “Lord Will You Carry Me” sends a prayer upstairs and highlights his powerhouse voice at the same time. Gentle finger-picking underlines “Song About You” as he pulls everyone closer, “Sit on down, let me write a song about you.”

Ultimately, the album affirms Dylan as an essential voice in country, Americana, and folk. Dylan paved the way for the record with previously released singles “Like I Do,” “American Trail,” and “Sweet Lady.” The latter is already approaching 5 million Spotify streams with Country Central professing, “Dylan Gossett’s brand of alternative country is steadily taking shape, with a sound that’s every bit as spirited as his earthy, baritone voice.”

Written over the span of the past two years while touring the globe, the 17-track Westward album was written and entirely self-produced by Gossett. It features his signature heart-on-his-sleeve storytelling and explores themes of love, family, faith, and chasing one’s dreams.

“I think Westward means two things, generally. This album is very on-the-road written. You have all these bits and pieces from these stories that are really just about life on the road. The other side of it, and where the Westward title comes into play, was that these past few years have been so crazy and just incredible. I feel like we’ve been chasing our dream the whole way. People have always headed west for opportunities and chase their dreams by going out there. That’s where I tie it in a little bit, metaphorically. Everyone in the crew is chasing their dreams, in some way.”

The New Tour Bus: How Crypto is Changing the Game for Musicians, From NFTs to Getting Paid

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By Mitch Rice

If you’re an artist, or even just a passionate music fan, you know the story. It’s a tale as old as time, or at least as old as the record industry. A musician pours their heart and soul into creating something beautiful, something that connects with people on a deep level. And then… the industry steps in. A complex web of labels, publishers, streaming platforms, and middlemen, all taking a slice of the pie. By the time the money trickles down to the actual creator, it can feel like pennies on the dollar. It’s frustrating. It feels broken. And for decades, it’s just been… the way it is.  

Crypto’s Role in Empowering Musicians

But what if it didn’t have to be? What if there was a way to bypass the gatekeepers and create a direct line between the artist and the fan? A way for creators to have real ownership and control over their work and their finances. It sounds like a pipe dream, but it’s starting to happen. And it’s all thanks to a technology that most of us still associate with confusing charts and internet hype: cryptocurrency.

Now, hold on. Before you click away thinking this is some tech-bro sermon, hear me out. This isn’t about getting rich quick on some meme coin. This is about a fundamental shift in power. At its core, the technology behind crypto—the blockchain—is just a secure, transparent way to record things. Transactions, ownership, agreements… you name it. And because it’s decentralized, it doesn’t need a big bank or a major label to verify everything. That simple fact is a potential game-changer for musicians.  

Think about it. What if you could receive payments for your music directly from fans, anywhere in the world, without a bank taking a cut or a platform holding your money for weeks? That’s happening right now. Companies like UnitedMasters, a distribution platform for independent artists, have partnered with Coinbase to give their artists the choice to be paid in crypto. It gives artists more control and transparency over their earnings. It’s about financial empowerment, plain and simple.  

And it’s not just small indie artists. The biggest names in the business are getting on board. The Weeknd partnered with the crypto exchange Binance for his ‘After Hours Til Dawn’ world tour, calling it the “first crypto-powered world tour.” The collaboration included an exclusive NFT collection for fans and a $2 million donation to his humanitarian fund, funded by Binance. This isn’t just a gimmick; it’s a major artist using this new technology to create unique fan experiences and support causes they care about, all outside the traditional sponsorship model.  

This is where things get really interesting for the future of the artist-fan relationship. We’re talking about Non-Fungible Tokens, or NFTs. I know, the term has been thrown around a lot, but think of an NFT as a unique, digital certificate of ownership. For musicians, this opens up a whole new world. The rock band Kings of Leon released an entire album as an NFT. Electronic producer Deadmau5 has sold digital collectibles and accepted crypto for his merch for years. It’s a way to create true, verifiable scarcity for digital art in a way that was never possible before. It allows fans to own a piece of their favorite artist’s work, not just stream it. This creates a deeper connection and a new revenue stream that goes directly to the artist.  

The Crypto Revolution: Empowering Artists in the New Digital Economy

This new digital economy, built on the rails of crypto, is popping up everywhere. It’s giving people more control over their finances in all sorts of unexpected areas. The same principles of speed, privacy, and lower fees that are empowering musicians are also transforming other industries. It’s moved beyond just art and music into entertainment and gaming, with some platforms, like certain asian bookies, now operating almost entirely within this new crypto-first world, showing just how far the tech has come. These platforms appeal to users for the exact same reasons this technology appeals to artists: they cut out the middleman and offer a more direct, efficient experience.  

The point isn’t that musicians should get into sports betting. Of course not. The point is that the world is changing, and the financial tools we use are changing with it. For so long, artists have been at the mercy of a system that wasn’t built for them. It was built for the distributors. Crypto and blockchain offer a chance to flip that script. It’s a tool that enables crowdfunding for a new album, direct royalty payments, and unique digital merch that fans can truly own.  

It’s still early days, for sure. It can feel a bit messy and confusing, like the early days of the internet. But the potential is undeniable. For any artist trying to build a career on their own terms, understanding this shift isn’t just a good idea—it’s essential. It’s about taking back control, one block on the chain at a time. The new tour bus might just be digital, and it’s being fueled by a whole new kind of currency.

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11 Love Songs That Don’t Say “Love”

Love doesn’t always need to say its name. Some of the most heartfelt songs skip the word entirely but still hit you right in the feels. These tracks whisper, wink, and weep their affection without ever using the four-letter word. Here are 11 songs that prove you don’t have to say “love” to mean it.

“Always Be My Baby” – Mariah Carey
Mariah’s 1996 classic wraps devotion in the sweetest melody ever written. She never says the word, but every vocal run feels like a promise that what you had will never fade away.

“Because the Night” – Patti Smith Group
Written with Bruce Springsteen, this anthem burns with longing and physical connection. It’s passion in its purest, rawest form — no need to spell it out.

“Crazy for You” – Madonna
Madonna trades her dancefloor edge for a slow, shimmering ballad. Every breathy whisper pulls you closer, proving desire can speak volumes without the word “love.”

“Everlong” – Foo Fighters
Dave Grohl turned late-night vulnerability into one of rock’s most emotional declarations. “If everything could ever feel this real forever” might be the most romantic line ever written.

“I Will Always Be There for You” – Marlon Jackson
A hidden gem from the Jackson family’s solo era, this ballad glides on pure sincerity. It’s devotion at its most understated — no grand gestures, just loyalty in melody form.

“Just the Way You Are” – Billy Joel
Billy skips clichés and instead praises imperfection. It’s the soundtrack to steady, everyday affection — genuine, simple, and timeless.

“Need You Tonight” – INXS
Michael Hutchence didn’t have to say “love” — his voice said everything. It’s lust, electricity, and emotional honesty packed into one irresistible groove.

“Something” – The Beatles
George Harrison’s masterpiece captures adoration in the smallest gestures. “Something in the way she moves” is more poetic than any straight confession could be.

“Time After Time” – Cyndi Lauper
If love had patience, it would sound like this. Cyndi’s gentle vocals promise comfort through chaos, no “I love you” required.

“Your Song” – Elton John
It’s a song so personal it feels like a gift. The honesty in Bernie Taupin’s lyrics makes “love” unnecessary — you already feel it between every line.

“You’re the One That I Want” – John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
Grease’s grand finale bubbles with joy and attraction. It’s flirtation, harmony, and excitement rolled into three minutes of pure pop magic.