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Ed Sheeran Unites Worlds With ‘Play – The Remixes’ EP and His Global Dream Team

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Ed Sheeran Unites Worlds With ‘Play – The Remixes’ EP and His Global Dream Team

Fresh off the success of his ninth UK No. 1 album Play, Ed Sheeran further broadens his sonic horizons with the release of Play – The Remixes EP (listen here). Leading the charge is “Symmetry”, a hypnotic, beat-driven track featuring acclaimed Punjabi artist Karan Aujla. The accompanying official video, directed by Liam Pethick, showcases a high-energy performance by Ed, Karan, and globally renowned dance crew The Quick Style.

Play – The Remixes EP finds Ed Sheeran reimagining four tracks from his original Play album through dynamic collaborations with some of South Asia’s most celebrated talents, including Hanumankind, Dhee, Santhosh Narayanan, Karan Aujla, Jonita, and Arijit Singh. The EP’s vibrant soundscape is further shaped by producers ILYA, Johnny McDaid, Savan Kotecha, FRED, and Elvira Anderfjärd. 

The project was born out of Sheeran’s transformative, month-long stay in India, where he immersed himself in the country’s rich musical landscape while recording Play. During this time, he discovered and connected with many of the EP’s collaborators through the artists he was working with – among them Arijit Singh, with whom Sheeran teamed up with on the half-a-billion-streaming global hit “Sapphire”.

Sheeran previously hinted at the EP during an interview with Nikita Kanda on BBC Asian Network. The resulting release is a vibrant fusion of global sounds and artistic exchange; a borderless celebration of global creativity that sees Ed Sheeran sharing spaces and voices in the spirit of collaboration.

Ed Sheeran says – “Making and finishing Play in India was such a fun experience. Being there over the last decade through touring, I’ve met lots of local artists along the way, and I’ve been introduced to all types of music and cultures. I’ve loved this collaboration process so much and I wanted to represent as much as I could on this EP, so here’s a little track-by-track rundown:

“Symmetry” featuring Karan Aujla

“Karan is culture, and I love the movement he’s making with Ikky at the moment. It’s been so cool watching the thing he’s built and becoming a part of that world and journey. He taught me the Punjabi parts on this song in the studio, and we got to shoot an amazing video for it. I feel like this is the beginning of our collaborative journey, and I’m so excited to create more.”

“Dont Look Down” featuring Hanumankind, Dhee & Santhosh Narayanan

“I loooove Hanumankind and got the opportunity to meet him at Coachella and catch his show. I was obsessed with the energy and feel of it all. We connected then and we have since been speaking about working together, then this idea came up. Santhosh is one of the greatest film composers and introduced me to Dhee who is such an amazing talent and voice. I wanted to represent South India on this EP and the beautiful Tamil language, and they have done such an amazing job in fusing it together.”

“Sapphire” featuring Arijit Singh

“Everyone already knows the story to this but going to Jiaganj Azimganj with my dad to create this with Arijit is one of my favourite memories in my musical career.”

“Heaven” featuring Jonita

“I met Jonita 2024 when I played in Mumbai and then got to do some shows with her the following year when I came back for tour. In short, I’m a fan. I love her voice, the tone, the softness. This was the perfect tune for us to do together and it’s also the first Hindi song I have released. It’s an honour to do it with her – what a talent.”

Upon its release, Play stormed to No.1 across the world, topping charts in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Ireland, Germany, New Zealand, Poland, Switzerland, and the UK.

Tracklist:

  1. Symmetry (feat. Karan Aujla)

Written by: Ed Sheeran, Johnny McDaid, Savan Kotecha, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Ikwinder Sahota and Jaskaran Singh Aujla

  1. Don’t Look Down (feat. Hanumankind, Dhee & Santhosh Narayanan) 

Written by; Ed Sheeran, Fred Gibson, Elvira Anderfjärd, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Sooraj Cherukat, Dheekshitha Venkadeshan, Santhosh Narayanan and Adiya Ravindra.

  1. Sapphire (feat. Arijit Singh)

Written by: Ed Sheeran, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Johnny McDaid, Savan Kotecha, Mayur Puri, Arijit Singh and Avinash Chouhan

  1. Heaven (feat. Jonita)

Written by: Ed Sheeran, Johnny McDaid, Savan Kotecha, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Harjot Kaur, Shayra Apoorva, Rutvik Talashilkar and Jonita Gandhi

Car Seat Headrest Plug Back In and Blaze Through ‘The Scholars’ at KEXP

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Car Seat Headrest Plug Back In and Blaze Through ‘The Scholars’ at KEXP

Back in the KEXP studio, Car Seat Headrest sound hungrier and sharper than ever. With their new album The Scholars marking a return to gritty guitars and emotional chaos, Will Toledo and the crew ripped through four tracks that feel both raw and reborn. “Lady Gay Approximately” swelled, “Gethsemane” burned, and “Planet Desperation” reminded us why indie rock still matters. It’s messy, melodic, and completely alive.

Tame Impala Go Unplugged for NPR’s Tiny Desk

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Tame Impala Go Unplugged for NPR’s Tiny Desk

When Kevin Parker’s team said “all acoustic,” he really meant it. Tame Impala, the kings of reverb and psychedelic sheen, stripped it all away for NPR’s Tiny Desk and somehow sounded even bigger. “Loser” shimmered, “Dracula” soared, and Parker’s falsetto cut straight through the quiet like sunlight through fog. It’s the sound of a band discovering that less can still feel limitless.


David Gilmour’s Psychedelic Magic Lives On With ‘The Luck and Strange Concerts’ and ‘Live at the Circus Maximus’

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David Gilmour’s Psychedelic Magic Lives On With ‘The Luck and Strange Concerts’ and ‘Live at the Circus Maximus’

The David Gilmour live album and film entitled THE LUCK AND STRANGE CONCERTS and LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME, beautifully capture the 2024 Luck and Strange tour, and both are out now.

The tour accompanied Gilmour’s fifth solo album, LUCK AND STRANGE, which hit #1 in the UK, Germany (his first #1 there), Poland, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Portugal and Austria. It reached #2 in France, Italy, and Belgium, the top 5 in Spain, Japan, Norway, Denmark, and Hungary, and the top ten in the USA, Australia, Finland, Sweden, Ireland, and New Zealand.

The shows began with two sold-out warm-up shows at the Brighton Centre before moving to Circus Maximus in Rome for six sold-out nights, followed by the same at London’s Royal Albert Hall before moving Stateside for sold-out evenings at the Intuit Dome and Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, before concluding with five sold-out nights at Madison Square Garden in New York.

All twenty-three dates were sold out, and with no new shows on the horizon, THE LUCK AND STRANGE CONCERTS and LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME is the best and only way to experience the master of his art on stage.

LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME, which is being released via Sony Music Vision and Trafalgar Releasing, will be shown in cinemas & IMAX worldwide on 17th September for a limited time only. The film sees Gilmour return to Rome’s historic Circus Maximus at the beginning of the Luck and Strange tour, his first in nearly a decade. Long-time Gilmour collaborator Gavin Elder filmed the sublime spectacle against the backdrop of the ancient ruins of Rome. Tickets at cinemas around the world will go on sale 6th August at 2pm BST/ 9am EDT / 6am PDT. Full screening details for both IMAX and standard format cinemas will be available at http://www.davidgilmour.film. LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS will also be released on 2 Blu-Ray and 3 DVD sets with bonus unseen footage and the full THE LUCK AND STRANGE CONCERTS mixed in 5.1 and Atmos (Blu-Ray only) on 17th October.

THE LUCK AND STRANGE CONCERTS features 23 tracks across 4LPs or 2CDs recorded at selected shows from the tour and blends solo tracks from David’s most recent album, including a stirring rendition of Between Two Points with Romany Gilmour as well as classic Pink Floyd anthems such as Sorrow, High Hopes, Breathe (In The Air), Time, Wish You Were Here, and Comfortably Numb. The super deluxe edition of the album features all the formats as well as a 120-page hardback book, DAVID GILMOUR LUCK AND STRANGE LIVE, featuring Polly Samson’s photographs taken on the tour.

For the lucky fans who experienced these once-in-a-lifetime shows, THE LUCK AND STRANGE CONCERTS and LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS are the perfect reminders of Gilmour’s soulful, expressive, and meticulously melodic guitar playing and the brilliance of his incredible band. For those who missed the shows, the album and the film offer a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience this extraordinary musical event.

Corey B Brings Viral Comedy to the Stage With Funky 2025 North American Tour

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Corey B Brings Viral Comedy to the Stage With Funky 2025 North American Tour

American radio personality, comedian and content creator, Corey B announced his 2025 North American Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the exclusive 7-city tour makes stops across the U.S. in San Diego, Charleston, Minneapolis and more before wrapping up in his hometown, New York City at The Gramercy Theatre on Saturday, January 17.

COREY B TOUR DATES:

Sat Oct 25 – San Diego, CA – Observatory SD

Fri Nov 07 – Charleston, SC – The Riviera Theater

Sat Nov 15 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater

Fri Dec 05 – Detroit, MI – St. Andrew’s Hall

Sat Jan 17 – New York, NY – The Gramercy Theatre

Corey B (Corey Bonalewicz) is a high-energy comedian and content creator with over 23 million followers and a reputation for making people laugh both onstage and online. Known for his sharp delivery, off-the-wall pranks, and brutally honest takes on everyday life, Corey blends stand-up chops with viral video instincts to create nonstop comedy that hits hard and spreads fast. From sold-out shows across the country to sketches that rack up millions of views, he’s built a comedy brand that’s raw, unpredictable, and always entertaining. Based in New York City, Corey also co-hosts the “Cane and Corey” podcast and regularly ropes in his fiancée and son for hilarious bits that give fans a glimpse into his chaotic, unfiltered world. Corey also co-hosts The Boy Friends podcast with Marcus Monroe and Matt Lopes, a comedy podcast about 3 boys that are friends. 

How Emerging Artists Can Navigate the Modern Music Industry

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By Mitch Rice

The music industry has transformed greatly in the last two decades. They have seen the growth of digital streaming services, social media, and online marketing, which in turn has given up-and-coming artists a world stage to present their material. But with great change also comes great challenge, which in turn requires knowledge, strategy, and perseverance to overcome. In this article they will look at what key strategies emerging artists can use to do well in the present-day music industry.

Understanding the Industry Landscape

Before jumping into promotion and audience building, artists must first research the business environment. The music industry today is not what it used to be, which is to say run almost exclusively by the major record labels. Independent artists now have access to tools for the distribution, promotion, and monetization of their music, which they do not have to go through traditional industry gatekeepers for. They see platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, which artists use to reach millions of listeners worldwide. Also, they have social media players like Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter, which artists use to connect with fans directly.

Also, they see that present-day technology such as text-to-speech APIs, which artists are using to put out audio versions of their blogs, interviews, or promotional material at great speed, in turn makes it easy to get to audiences that prefer to listen instead of read. Also, these tools open up new fields in podcasting, audio marketing, and fan engagement.

However, in that which they are seeing from the increase in democracy in this space, they see that thousands of songs are put out daily, which in turn makes it very important for artists to present a unique sound, tell great stories, and also very much engage with their audience.

Building a Strong Personal Brand

A personal brand is very important for an artist that wants to stand out. What you present as a brand includes your music style and also your look and public image. It’s a story which you tell to your audience and the industry of who you are, what your all about, and why they should pay attention to what you do.

In creating your personal brand pay attention to:

  1. Find your sound: Figure out what really makes your music yours, and stick with it. People notice when you’re genuine. 
  2. Keep your visuals tight, too: Make your album covers, your social media, and all your promo stuff look like they belong together. It helps people recognize you right away.
  3. Don’t be shy about sharing your story: Talk about what drives you, what matters to you, the stuff that inspires your songs. That’s how you really reach people.
  4. And don’t sleep on new tools: Turn your written words into audio with Text-to-Voice API services. It’s an easy way to get your work in front of more people, especially those who prefer listening over reading.

Leveraging Social Media and Digital Marketing

Social media has transformed into the primary platform for music promotion. Artists use these channels to put out new material, report on tours, and also connect with fans in real time. Out of which, TikTok has proved to be that which puts music viral, and Instagram that which best presents a visual story of what is going on behind the scenes and of artists’ personal lives.

Also, in terms of social media, they have email newsletters, playlist pitching, and working with influencers, which is what they see for artists’ expansion. As for analytics tools, they are very valuable, which they use to determine audience demographics, listening trends, and engagement, which in turn they use to make informed promotion decisions.

Networking and Collaboration

In the music industry relationships are key. They have to network with other musicians, producers, managers, and media professionals, which in turn presents them with opportunities that may not present themselves to them otherwise. Also, in terms of collaboration with other artists, not only do they expand their fan base, but they also grow creatively from being exposed to different styles and techniques.

Attending trade shows, taking part in workshops, and getting involved in online communities are great ways to build your network. Also it is in the mix that they develop lasting and productive connections that are based on mutual respect and shared goals.

Understanding the Business Side

While in the core of music is creativity, what they find is also of great importance is the business side of it. Up-and-coming artists should get to know contracts, royalties, publishing rights, and licensing agreements. Many artists they see fall into what are very common problems, such as signing what in fact are poor deals, or they ignore copyright protections that in the long term prove to be very risky.

Also at times it is a good idea to get professional input. A great music lawyer or manager may put you in good stead by giving you advice, which in turn protects your work and also helps you out with complex agreements in the industry.

Staying Resilient and Adaptable

The music business is a very unpredictable field. Trends break out and then fade away, platforms which used to be the norm are replaced by new ones and what fans want changes very quickly. Which artists do well are the ones that don’t give up when the going gets tough, that can weather rejection, criticism, or periods of slow growth. Also very important is an artist’s ability to adapt; they have to be willing to try out new approaches, learn from what doesn’t work and improve their game constantly.

Final Thoughts

Emerge from the shadows into a world which presents an array of tools and opportunities for your music. By studying the industry, crafting a robust personal brand, using digital platforms to your advantage, smartly networking, handling the business side of things well, and including in your arsenal modern tools such as Text-to-Voice API’s artists may not just weather the storm but excel in today’s tough climate. As it stands there are still issues to be dealt with but the mix of talent, strategy and perseverance is the path to long term success.

Geese Partner with CashorTrade to Protect Fans from Ticket Scalpers

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Geese Partner with CashorTrade to Protect Fans from Ticket Scalpers

With every date on their U.S. tour officially sold out, rising rock band Geese are taking a stand for their fans — announcing a new partnership with CashorTrade, the world’s only face-value ticket exchange. The partnership aims to educate fans on safely buying, selling, and trading tickets while providing a trusted, community-based platform to keep tickets in the hands of real fans — not scalpers.

As part of this partnership, Geese will update the ticket links for all sold-out tour dates to direct fans to their official artist profile on CashorTrade, where members can securely exchange tickets for face value only. This initiative comes at a time when tickets originally priced around $35 are being listed for over $500 on secondary resale sites — an egregious markup that the band firmly opposes.

To celebrate the launch, CashorTrade is offering an exclusive ticket drop for two sold-out shows on Geese’s tour — October 26 at Wonder Ballroom (Portland, OR) and October 31 at Quartyard (San Diego, CA) — available only through the band’s official CashorTrade page. Fans will have the chance to score face-value tickets to these highly sought-after dates, ensuring a few more real fans get through the door.

“Geese are doing what every artist should — standing up for their fans and taking back control of the resale market,” said Brando Rich, CEO of CashorTrade. “We’re thrilled to partner with a band that shares our mission of fairness and transparency in live music.”

Fans can visit https://cashortrade.org/geese-tickets/ to browse or list tickets at face value, enter for the exclusive ticket drop, and join a growing community of over 1 million fans who believe face value is fair value.

Fall Out Boy Celebrate 20 Years of ‘From Under The Cork Tree’ with Deluxe Anniversary Edition

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Fall Out Boy Celebrate 20 Years of ‘From Under The Cork Tree’ with Deluxe Anniversary Edition

GRAMMY Award-nominated iconic multiplatinum rock band Fall Out Boy celebrates two decades of their influential 5x-Platinum breakthrough album From Under The Cork Tree with today’s release of a special new 20th Anniversary Edition via UMe. The original LP’s 13 songs are newly remastered, while the collection notably boasts previously unreleased alternate and acoustic versions as well as remixes, live recordings, and B-sides such as their highly sought-after Gorilla Biscuits cover of “Start Today” that was originally recorded for Tony Hawk’s American Wasteland Soundtrack in 2005. It also captures key performances from this era with special “Live On BBC Radio” tracks. From Under The Cork Tree (20th Anniversary Edition) is available in multiple configurations, including a massive 3LP Deluxe Box, 2CD Deluxe Box, and Super Deluxe Digital. Order the 20th Anniversary Edition now HERE and shop the anniversary collection now HERE.

Beyond the unreleased material, both the 3LP Deluxe Box and 2CD Deluxe Box feature a treasure trove of extras. Each Box houses an exclusive letter to fans penned by bassist and primary lyricist Pete Wentz, a “Prom” photo from the “Dance Dance” music video, and a comic book cover illustration drawn from the “A Little Less Than Sixteen Candles, A Little More Than ‘Touch Me” music video. Other extras include memorabilia from the seminal Black Clouds and Underdogs Tour 2006, such as a tour poster, setlist, ticket stub, and tour sticker laminate. From Under The Cork Tree first landed on May 3, 2005, reaching #9 on the Billboard 200. Among a myriad of staples, the album includes the 9x-Platinum smash single “Sugar, We’re Goin Down” which Patrick Stump dissected the creation of on an August 2025 episode of Song Exploder, as well as the 6x-Platinum “Dance, Dance” and Platinum “A Little Less Than Sixteen Candles, A Little More Than ‘Touch Me’.” In its wake, Fall Out Boy received a 2006 GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best New Artist.” Gathering billions of streams, the album’s influence has been well-documented over the years. Rolling Stone touted it at #9 among the “40 Greatest Emo Albums of All Time,” going on to note, “Fall Out Boy changed the course of emo-punk, pop-punk and pop itself with From Under The Cork Tree, which brought the scene mainstream.” NME proclaimed the album, “inspired a generation” and Stereogum succinctly summed it up best saying, “Cork Tree is a classic.”

FROM UNDER THE CORK TREE (20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION) TRACKLISTING:

3LP Deluxe

LP1

Side A

Our Lawyer Made Us Change The Name Of This Song So We Wouldn’t Get Sued

Of All The Gin Joints In All The World

Dance, Dance

Sugar, We’re Goin Down

Nobody Puts Baby In The Corner

Side B

I’ve Got A Dark Alley And A Bad Idea That Says You Should Shut Your Mouth (Summer Song)

7 Minutes In Heaven (Atavan Halen)

Sophomore Slump Or Comeback Of The Year

Champagne For My Real Friends, Real Pain For My Sham Friends

I Slept With Someone In Fall Out Boy And All I Got Was This Stupid Song Written About Me

LP2

Side C

A Little Less Sixteen Candles, A Little More “Touch Me”

Get Busy Living Or Get Busy Dying (Do Your Part To Save The Scene And Stop Going To Shows)

XO

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Live On BBC Radio)

Side D

Where’s Your Boy (Live On BBC Radio)

Of All The Gin Joints In All The World (Live On BBC Radio)

Dance, Dance (Live On BBC Radio)

Start Today

LP3

Side E

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (TLA Radio Edit)

Dance, Dance (Tommie Sunshine Fire N Brimstone Remix)

I Slept With Someone In Fall Out Boy And All I Got Was This Stupid Song Written About Me (Alternate Version)

Sophomore Slump Or Comeback Of The Year (Alternate Version)

Side F

Dance, Dance (RJD2 Remix)

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Acoustic Version)

Nobody Puts Baby In The Corner (Acoustic Version)

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Instrumental)

2CD Deluxe

Disc 1

Our Lawyer Made Us Change The Name Of This Song So We Wouldn’t Get Sued

Of All The Gin Joints In All The World

Dance, Dance

Sugar, We’re Goin Down

Nobody Puts Baby In The Corner

I’ve Got A Dark Alley And A Bad Idea That Says You Should Shut Your Mouth (Summer Song)

7 Minutes In Heaven (Atavan Halen)

Sophomore Slump Or Comeback Of The Year

Champagne For My Real Friends, Real Pain For My Sham Friends

I Slept With Someone In Fall Out Boy And All I Got Was This Stupid Song Written About Me

A Little Less Sixteen Candles, A Little More “Touch Me”

Get Busy Living Or Get Busy Dying (Do Your Part To Save The Scene And Stop Going To Shows)

XO

Disc 2

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Live On BBC Radio)

Where’s Your Boy (Live On BBC Radio)

Of All The Gin Joints In All The World (Live On BBC Radio)

Dance, Dance (Live On BBC Radio)

Start Today

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (TLA Radio Edit)

Dance, Dance (Tommie Sunshine Fire N Brimstone Remix)

I Slept With Someone In Fall Out Boy And All I Got Was This Stupid Song Written About Me (Alternate Version)

Sophomore Slump Or Comeback Of The Year (Alternate Version)

Dance, Dance (RJDZ Remix)

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Acoustic Version)

Nobody Puts Baby In The Corner (Acoustic Version)

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Instrumental)

Super Deluxe Digital

Our Lawyer Made Us Change The Name Of This Song So We Wouldn’t Get Sued

Of All The Gin Joints In All The World

Dance, Dance

Sugar, We’re Goin Down

Nobody Puts Baby In The Corner

I’ve Got A Dark Alley And A Bad Idea That Says You Should Shut Your Mouth (Summer Song)

7 Minutes In Heaven (Atavan Halen)

Sophomore Slump Or Comeback Of The Year

Champagne For My Real Friends, Real Pain For My Sham Friends

I Slept With Someone In Fall Out Boy And All I Got Was This Stupid Song Written About Me

A Little Less Sixteen Candles, A Little More “Touch Me”

Get Busy Living Or Get Busy Dying (Do Your Part To Save The Scene And Stop Going To Shows)

XO

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Live On BBC Radio)

Where’s Your Boy (Live On BBC Radio)

Of All The Gin Joints In All The World (Live On BBC Radio)

Dance, Dance (Live On BBC Radio)

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Acoustic)

Nobody Puts Baby In A Corner (Acoustic)

Start Today

I Slept With Someone In Fall Out Boy And All I Got Was This Stupid Song Written About Me (Alternate Version)

Sophomore Slump Or Comeback Of The Year (Alternate Version)

Dance, Dance (RJDZ Remix)

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (TLA Radio Edit)

Dance, Dance (Tommie Sunshine Fire N Brimstone Remix)

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Instrumental)

Snitches And Talkers Get Stitches And Walkers

The Music Or The Misery

My Heart Is The Worst Kind Of Weapon (Demo)

Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Patrick Stump Remix) Dance, Dance (Lindbergh Palace Remix)

Rock Band Set It Off Announce ‘The Self-Titled Tour’ and New Independent Album

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Rock Band Set It Off Announce ‘The Self-Titled Tour’ and New Independent Album

Independent active rock band Set It Off have announced The Self-Titled Tour, set to hit North America across October, November and December 2025.

The headline run ties in with the release of the band’s first ever independent album – the self-titled ‘Set It Off’ – which is due out on November 07 (PRE-ORDER / PRE-SAVE).

Produced by Live Nation, the tour will kick off in Atlanta, GA on October 28 and will wrap up in Raleigh, NC on December 10. The band will be joined by Fame On Fire (main support), Vana and The Pretty Wild (rotating order).

“It’s been a while since we’ve been able to do an entire headline tour on the back of a brand new album and we can’t WAIT get back on the road and celebrate the release of our first completely independent self-titled album with all of our amazing fans!” says vocalist Cody Carson.

“This album was made with our live show in mind. The energy level of these shows is going to be out of control and we can’t wait for you to see why we named ourselves Set It Off in the first place!

“On top of that, we are bringing with us three amazing artists in Fame On Fire, Vana and The Pretty Wild! We are genuinely fans of all of them and we all can’t wait to give you the show of a lifetime! So grab tickets while you still can, because these shows are going to sell out.”

The band’s new era has found them selling out tours globally, playing conversation-starting sets at hard rock festivals and supporting the likes of I Prevail and Hollywood Undead, while singles like ‘Punching Bag’ and ‘Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing [REBORN]’ have hit rock radio charts for the first time in the band’s career.

“It feels like we found our people,” explains drummer Maxx Danziger. “I’ve always enjoyed playing and performing, but it’s at a peak right now. Every time I go out there, I’m so excited.”

The tour looks like:

OCTOBER

28 ATLANTA, GA Masquerade

29 NASHVILLE, TN Marathon Music Works

30 LOUISVILLE, KY Mercury Ballroom

NOVEMBER

01 CLEVELAND, OH House Of Blues

04 CHICAGO, IL House Of Blues

07 DENVER, CO Fillmore Auditorium

08 SALT LAKE CITY, UT The Complex

10 SPOKANE, WA Knitting Factory

11 VANCOUVER, BC Commodore Ballroom

12 SEATTLE, WA Showbox SoDo

14 SACRAMENTO, CA Ace Of Spades

16 LOS ANGELES, CA The Regent Theater

17 SANTA ANA, CA Observatory OC

18 TEMPE, AZ Marquee Theatre

20 HOUSTON, TX House Of Blues

21 DALLAS, TX South Side Music Hall

23 ORLANDO, FL House Of Blues

25 CINCINNATI, OH Bogart’s

26 DETROIT, MI St Andrew’s Hall

28 INDIANAPOLIS, IN Egyptian Room At Old National Centre

30 BUFFALO, NY Buffalo RiverWorks

DECEMBER

01 TORONTO, ON Danforth Music Hall

02 BOSTON, MA Paradise Rock Club

05 NEW YORK, NY Irving Plaza

06 ALLENTOWN, PA Archer Music Hall

07 PHILADELPHIA, PA The Fillmore Philadelphia

09 BALTIMORE, MD Nevermore Hall

10 RALEIGH, NC The Ritz

Music Critic Kelefa Sanneh Explores Fifty Years of Genre and Identity in ‘Major Labels’

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Music Critic Kelefa Sanneh Explores Fifty Years of Genre and Identity in ‘Major Labels’

An epic achievement and a huge delight, the entire history of popular music over the past fifty years refracted through the big genres that have defined and dominated it: rock, R&B, country, punk, hip-hop, dance music, and pop

Kelefa Sanneh, one of the essential voices of our time on music and culture, has made a deep study of how popular music unites and divides us, charting the way genres become communities. In Major Labels, Sanneh distills a career’s worth of knowledge about music and musicians into a brilliant and omnivorous reckoning with popular music—as an art form (actually, a bunch of art forms), as a cultural and economic force, and as a tool that we use to build our identities. He explains the history of slow jams, the genius of Shania Twain, and why rappers are always getting in trouble.
 
Sanneh shows how these genres have been defined by the tension between mainstream and outsider, between authenticity and phoniness, between good and bad, right and wrong. Throughout, race is a powerful touchstone: just as there have always been Black audiences and white audiences, with more or less overlap depending on the moment, there has been Black music and white music, constantly mixing and separating. Sanneh debunks cherished myths, reappraises beloved heroes, and upends familiar ideas of musical greatness, arguing that sometimes, the best popular music isn’t transcendent. Songs express our grudges as well as our hopes, and they are motivated by greed as well as idealism; music is a powerful tool for human connection, but also for human antagonism. This is a book about the music everyone loves, the music everyone hates, and the decades-long argument over which is which. The opposite of a modest proposal, Major Labels pays in full

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