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Olight Arkfeld Ultra Flat EDC Flashlight: A Compact Powerhouse for Everyday Carry

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By Mitch Rice

In the evolving world of everyday carry (EDC), having the right tools can make all the difference. Whether you’re navigating a dark alley, inspecting equipment, or simply looking for your dropped keys, a reliable flashlight is an essential part of any setup. The Olight Arkfeld Ultra Flat EDC Flashlight redefines what a flashlight can be — combining a sleek flat design with powerful illumination and multiple functions in one compact device.

With the Arkfeld Ultra, Olight has delivered a light that’s not only practical and powerful but also stylish and easy to carry. Let’s take a deeper look into what makes this flashlight a must-have for both professionals and everyday users.

Slim, Flat, and Built for EDC

Unlike traditional cylindrical flashlights, the Arkfeld Ultra features a sleek flat profile, designed for true portability. It fits seamlessly into your pocket or bag without bulging or getting in the way. Whether clipped onto your jeans or stowed in a briefcase, it stays discreet and accessible.

The body is crafted from durable aluminum alloy, giving it the strength to withstand daily wear and minor drops. Anti-slip side panels provide a secure grip, while the deep-carry pocket clip ensures it stays in place during movement.

Its IPX7 waterproof rating and drop resistance add to its rugged appeal, making it a reliable companion in both urban and outdoor settings.

Triple Light Sources for Maximum Utility

One of the standout features of the Arkfeld Ultra is its 3-in-1 lighting system, designed to meet diverse needs:

●     White LED (up to 1,400 lumens): Perfect for daily tasks, outdoor adventures, or emergencies. The bright beam offers excellent visibility and a wide throw.

●     UV Light (365nm): Ideal for inspecting surfaces, identifying stains, authenticating currency, or detecting leaks — a great tool for professionals and inspectors.

●     Green Laser Pointer: A versatile addition for presentations, pointing out distant objects, or use in tactical or field environments.

The user-friendly rotary switch makes it easy to toggle between modes, while the main button controls brightness levels and power. Its intuitive design allows for quick one-handed operation — even in high-stress situations.

For full specs and purchasing options, visit the Arkfeld Ultra Flat EDC Flashlight product page.

Multiple Brightness Modes and Long Runtime

Despite its compact size, the Arkfeld Ultra offers impressive brightness levels and excellent battery life. Whether you’re lighting up a wide area or conserving power, this flashlight has a mode for every situation:

●     Moonlight (1 lumen): Up to 11 days of continuous runtime — perfect for low-light reading or preserving night vision.

●     Low (15 lumens): Lasts up to 55 hours, ideal for close-up work.

●     Medium (100 lumens): Balanced lighting with nearly 10 hours of use.

●     High (420 lumens): Great for general outdoor use with solid runtime.

●     Turbo (1,400 lumens): Short bursts of high power for emergency or long-distance visibility.

●     Strobe Mode: Designed for signaling or disorientation in urgent scenarios.

The built-in 1500mAh lithium-polymer battery charges via Olight’s signature magnetic USB cable, making recharging simple and fast. A color battery indicator lets you monitor battery levels easily.

Versatile Applications in Real Life

The Olight Arkfeld Ultra is more than just a flashlight — it’s a multi-functional tool that adapts to your daily needs:

●     EDC Use: Lightweight and pocket-sized, it’s perfect for carrying every day — whether you’re commuting or traveling.

●     Professional Use: UV light and laser pointer make it ideal for engineers, inspectors, teachers, and first responders.

●     Outdoor Adventures: Water-resistant, rugged, and bright — a great option for campers, hikers, or explorers.

●     Emergency Preparedness: Strobe and turbo modes provide critical lighting in urgent situations.

●     Hands-Free Tasks: The magnetic tail allows attachment to metal surfaces, keeping both hands free for work or repairs.

This level of flexibility is rarely seen in flashlights this compact, making the Arkfeld Ultra a smart choice for people who value both form and function.

Why Choose the Arkfeld Ultra?

Here’s what sets the Arkfeld Ultra apart from typical flashlights:

 Ultra-flat, pocket-friendly design
 Three light sources (white LED, UV, laser)
  Up to 1,400 lumens brightness
  Magnetic charging & battery indicator
  Multiple power modes with long runtime
  Durable and water-resistant

It strikes the perfect balance between performance, portability, and innovation. Whether you need a professional-grade inspection tool or a dependable EDC light, this flashlight is equipped to meet the challenge.

Final Verdict

The Olight Arkfeld Ultra Flat EDC Flashlight stands out in today’s market thanks to its unique form factor, intelligent design, and multifunctional capability. It’s not just a flashlight — it’s a reliable tool built for real-life use across many scenarios.

From daily carry to tactical applications, it provides unmatched convenience without sacrificing power. If you’re looking to upgrade your EDC gear or simply want a smart, stylish flashlight that works as hard as you do, the Arkfeld Ultra is a top contender.

For more innovative lighting solutions and the latest EDC tools, visit Olight’s official website CA: https://ca.olight.com/

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

Brandi Carlile Returns with Soul-Stirring New Album ‘Returning To Myself’ and Global Arena Tour

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Brandi Carlile Returns with Soul-Stirring New Album ‘Returning To Myself’ and Global Arena Tour

 11x Grammy Award-winner Brandi Carlile’s highly anticipated new album, Returning To Myself, is out today via Interscope Records/Lost Highway. Stream/purchase HERE. The official music video for the new song, “Human,” also debuts today, directed by Floria Sigismondi.

Her eighth studio album and first solo project in four years, Returning To Myself was produced by Carlile, Andrew Watt, Aaron Dessner and Justin Vernon, and finds Carlile looking inward, reflecting backward, and ultimately, returning home after spending the last few years pouring herself into collaborations with musical icons and legends.

Carlile shares, “Today is the day. My favorite album is yours now…No one really returns to themselves alone. Returning to myself is just returning me to you. And that’s the only thing I want to do.”  

“Brandi Carlile is a once in a generation artist whose pen knows no bounds,” Watt says. “I am constantly blown away by her songwriting, producing, fearless approach and other worldly voice. She is a true leader, and I feel so lucky to have made this album with her. This is her best collection of songs on one album yet!”

Additionally, Dessner shares, “When Brandi came to visit me at Long Pond last year after completing years of work with Joni Mitchell and Elton John, we were both in times of transition. The most interesting music can happen when you feel lost in the woods and that’s exactly what happened. I’m so grateful Brandi trusted me to find herself in these songs. Along the way, I got to work with Brandi’s legendary bandmates Phil and Tim Hanseroth and the incredible Andrew Watt, who is now a friend and collaborator, and my best friend Justin Vernon joined us to sprinkle his inimitable magic. I couldn’t be more proud and honored to be a part of it.”

Already receiving widespread attention, Carlile recently spoke with The New York Times, who praises, “It has the luster and confidence of an artist realizing her prime, finding memory and maturity in the lyrics.” Carlile will also return to NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” on November 1 as musical guest for the fourth time.  

In addition to Carlile, Watt, Dessner and Vernon, the album features her longtime bandmates Phil and Tim Hanseroth and SistaStrings (Monique and Chauntee Ross) as well as Josh Klinghoffer, Chad Smith, Matt Chamberlain, Dave Mackay, Rob Moose, Blake Mills, Mark Isham and Stewart Cole.

In celebration of the new music, Carlile will return to the road next year with “The Human Tour,” including arena shows across North America, the U.K. and Europe. Newly confirmed stops include New York’s Madison Square Garden, Inglewood’s Kia Forum, Boston’s TD Garden, Minneapolis’ Target Center, Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena, London’s The O2, Dublin’s 3Arena, Paris’ La Seine Musicale and Amsterdam’s AFAS Live among many others. See below for complete tour itinerary.

As always, paid members of Carlile’s Bramily community are given the first chance to purchase tickets. Visit bramily.com to become a paid Bramily member prior to Sunday, October 26 to be included in the Bramily pre-sale beginning Tuesday, October 28 at 10:00AM local for all dates across North America, the U.K. and Europe.

American Express is providing Card Members access to Amex Presale Tickets™ for shows in North America, available for purchase HERE starting Tuesday, October 28 at 1:00PM local time before the general public on-sale, while supplies last. Terms apply. This is one of the many entertainment benefits American Express Card Members can access across the arts, theater, sports and music through Amex Experiences™. 

In the U.K. and Europe, fans who pre-order Returning To Myself by Monday, October 27 at 6:00PM local time will receive pre-sale access starting Wednesday, October 29 at 10:00AM local time.

Tickets for shows across North America, the U.K. and Europe will be available to the general public beginning Friday, October 31 at 10:00AM local time. Please visit brandicarlile.com for more information.

Carlile is an Oscar-nominated and 11x Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, performer and producer, 2x EMMY Award-winning composer, lyricist and writer, #1 New York Times Bestselling author and activist, who is known as one of music’s most respected voices. Throughout her acclaimed career, Carlile has released eight studio albums including Who Believes in Angels?—the universally critically acclaimed collaborative album with her childhood hero, Elton John—which debuted at No. 1 in the U.K. and top 10 in the U.S. 

Additionally, Carlile continues her work as a renowned producer with recent Grammy Award-winning projects from Joni Mitchell and Brandy Clark. She also produced and recorded a rendition of Indigo Girls’ “Closer To Fine” with her wife, Catherine, which was included on Barbie The Album as well as a version of “Home,” which was featured in the final season of “Ted Lasso.” She received her first Oscar nomination in the Original Song category in January 2025 for “Never Too Late,” a track written alongside Elton John, Bernie Taupin and Andrew Watt for the Disney+ documentary of the same name, on Elton’s life and career.

Beloved by her peers, Carlile has collaborated with artists such as The Highwomen, Soundgarden, Sam Smith, Alicia Keys, Hozier, Noah Kahan, Jacob Collier, P!nk and Dolly Parton. Carlile was named OUT Magazine’s 2023 “Icon of the Year,” awarded Billboard’s Women In Music “Trailblazer Award,” CMT’s Next Women of Country “Impact Award” and NMPA’s 2023 Songwriter Icon Award and received multiple recognitions from the Americana Music Association. On top of being a musician and writer, Carlile is a founder of the Looking Out Foundation, which has raised over $8 million for grassroots causes to date. Carlile lives in rural Washington state with her wife and two daughters, Evangeline and Elijah.


RETURNING TO MYSELF TRACKLIST
1. Returning To Myself
2. Human
3. A Woman Oversees
4. A War With Time
5. Anniversary
6. Church & State
7. Joni
8. You Without Me
9. No One Knows Us
10. A Long Goodbye

BRANDI CARLILE CONFIRMED TOUR DATES
on-sale next Friday, October 31 at 10:00AM local time
February 10—Philadelphia, PA—Xfinity Mobile Arena*
February 12—Boston, MA—TD Garden*
February 13—New York, NY—Madison Square Garden*
February 18—Toronto, Ontario—Scotiabank Arena*
February 20—Rosemont, IL—Allstate Arena*
February 21—Minneapolis, MN—Target Center*
February 24—Salt Lake City, UT—Delta Center*
February 27—Inglewood, CA—Kia Forum*
March 4—Portland, OR—Moda Center*
March 6—San Francisco, CA—Chase Center*
October 15—Dublin, Ireland—3Arena
October 18—Manchester, U.K.—Co-op Live
October 19—Glasgow, U.K.—OVO Hydro
October 21—London, U.K.—The O2
October 23—Paris, France—La Seine Musicale
October 24—Zurich, Switzerland—The Hall
October 26—Dusseldorf, Germany—Mitsubishi Electric Halle
October 27—Amsterdam, Netherlands—AFAS Live
October 29—Oslo, Norway—Spektrum
October 30—Stockholm, Sweden—Annexet
November 1—Lisbon, Portugal—Sagres Campo Pequeno
*with special guest The Head & The Heart

Demi Lovato Returns to Dance-Pop Glory with ‘It’s Not That Deep’

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Demi Lovato Returns to Dance-Pop Glory with ‘It’s Not That Deep’

Today, GRAMMY-nominated global superstar Demi Lovato has released her ninth studio album It’s Not That Deep, via DLG Recordings/Island Records – listen HERE. Executive produced by Zhone (Kylie Minogue, Troye Sivan, Kesha), the 11-track album revisits the dance-pop sound laced throughout Demi’s previous hit records and brings a celebratory energy that’s about taking full control while letting inhibitions go. The album’s release is preceded by its sleek and sexy electro-pop lead single “Fast,” the fierce and infectious anthemic pop banger “Here All Night,” and the irresistible, fan-demanded single “Kiss,” from which the album title was born through the lyric “It’s not that deep, unless you want it to be.”

Speaking about the album, Demi said “This album represents an exciting chapter for me which has been filled with joy, freedom and lightness. Creating this album was the most fun I’ve ever had in the studio. Zhone is an incredible collaborator and it was so effortless working together to create a genuinely fun, celebratory album that is true to where I am now.” Demi continued, “It’s Not That Deep is about letting go of inhibitions and bringing out the carefree energy that lives in all of us and makes us want to dance all night long. I’m so excited for you all to finally dance with me.”

The album marks Demi’s highest reviewed album by Rolling Stone to date, praising the record as “a victory lap … she leans into playful synths, club-ready energy and free-flowing sonics that live up to the album’s title.” Demi will celebrate the release of the album with a one night only performance at the Hollywood Palladium on October 25, which sold out in just 20 minutes and prompted widespread demand for a tour, with over 200,000 registered accounts in the show’s ticket queue.

IT’S NOT THAT DEEP TRACKLISTING:
1. Fast
2. Here All Night
3. Frequency
4. Let You Go
5. Sorry to Myself
6. Little Bit
7. Say It
8. In My Head
9. Kiss
10. Before I Knew You
11. Ghost

Alessia Cara Expands ‘Love & Hyperbole’ With Deluxe Edition and North American Tour

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Alessia Cara Expands ‘Love & Hyperbole’ With Deluxe Edition and North American Tour

Today, GRAMMY Award-winning history-making superstar Alessia Cara unveils the deluxe edition of her acclaimed fourth full-length album, Love & Hyperbole, available now via Def Jam Recordings / Universal Music Canada.

She has notably added eight previously unreleased songs to this bold body of work as well as releasing a visual for stand out track “Fire”. Among the new material, “Easy” pairs softly plucked ethereal guitar with an inventive rhythm. The beat kicks into high gear and underlines a confession on the breezy chorus, “You don’t make it easy, I could get used to it.” Elsewhere, her warm delivery practically melts into a sultry beat and smooth bassline on “Sunday.” She softly sings, “You feel like Sunday when you touch me, wanna lay here a little more, you somehow make a bad thing not hurt anymore.” Then, there’s “Clean.”Eighties synths glimmer and glow, cymbals stutter, and her voice booms with confidence as she reminds a toxic ex, “No blood on my hands, baby I’m clean, your karma’s gonna come around.” She notably joined forces with R&B powerhouse Lucky Daye on a duet version of “(Isn’t It) Obvious),” and Tiny Habits on the smoldering “Fire.” She rounds out the deluxewith acoustic versions of “Dead Man” and “(Isn’t It) Obvious).”

Check out the full tracklisting below.

Of course, she preceded its release with the collaborative version of the fan favorite “Nighttime Thing” featuring Julia Michaels out now. Listen HERE. Julia adds another dimension to the song altogether, locking into a smooth and sultry back-and-forth with Alessia. Together, their voices uplift this lovestruck anthem highlighted by the unshakable hook, “I think I like you like that—like that.”

Next week, Alessia will hit the road on an upcoming North American headline tour for two weeks. In advance of the first date in San Francisco on October 29 at The Fillmore, San Francisco Chronicle praised, “authenticity remains at the core of her music today,” going on to marvel at how, “the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter has continued to evolve, crafting introspective yet uplifting music anchored by her unmistakably soulful voice.” Following opening night in the Bay Area, this jaunt rolls down to Los Angeles, CA on October 30 for a show at the Orpheum theatre, crosses the country, and concludes on November 12 in Philadelphia, PA at Keswick Theatre.

Thus far, the original Love & Hyperbole has earned widespread acclaim.  GRAMMY.com raved, “Love & Hyperbole is Cara’s most emotive album to date,” and DIY awarded it “4-out-of-5 stars,” proceeding to applaud, “Placed against a landscape of infectious basslines, sensual strings, and irresistible hooks, the record is a lesson in timings, accepting the past, and embracing an unwritten future.” Atwood Magazine christened it “her most intimate and raw work yet.” CLASH professed, “‘Love & Hyperbole’ is anthemic, self-aware and shows listeners how confident Alessia is in herself as an artist.”  

She paved the way for Love & Hyperbole with the single “Slow Motion.” EUPHORIA. wrote, “Cara has been experimenting more and more with jazz elements with this upcoming album, and “Slow Motion” is no different,” going on to profess, “The beauty is in the general song.” Billboard attested, “For Alessia Cara, emotion and connection is at the heart of her creative endeavors — hence why each of her three studio albums live in a unique world full of signature concepts, colors and themes built around them. Her music isn’t just a listening experience, it’s a feeling.” It arrived on the heels of the standout “(Isn’t It) Obvious,” which featured a guitar solo from John Mayer. The latter has already generated millions of streams and counting in addition to earning critical praise. Not to mention, she delivered a showstopping performance of the track on Good Morning America. Watch her performance HERE.

TRACKLIST:
1. Go Outside!
2. Left Alone
3. Dead Man
4. Subside
5. Run Run
6. Drive
7. Get To You
8. (Isn’t It) Obvious
9. Garden Interlude
10. Nighttime Thing
11. Feels Right
12. Fire
13. Slow Motion
14. Clearly
15. Easy
16. Sunday
17. Clean
18. Nighttime Thing [with Julia Michaels]
19. (Isn’t It) Obvious [feat. Lucky Daye]
20. Fire [feat. Tiny Habits]
21. Dead Man [Acoustic]
22. (Isn’t It) Obvious [Acoustic]

ALESSIA CARA TOUR DATES:
10/29 San Francisco, CA The Fillmore
10/30 Los Angeles, CA Orpheum Theatre
11/2 Denver, CO Summit
11/6 Minneapolis, MN Uptown Theater
11/8 Chicago, IL House Of Blues
11/10 Boston, MA Orpheum Theatre
11/11 Washington, DC Lincoln Theatre
11/12 Philadelphia, PA Keswick Theatre

Daniel Caesar Explores Family, Faith, and Forgiveness on New Album ‘Son Of Spergy’

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Daniel Caesar Explores Family, Faith, and Forgiveness on New Album ‘Son Of Spergy’

Daniel Caesar releases his new album Son Of Spergy via Republic Records. The follow-up to his Top 15 Billboard 200 charting album NEVER ENOUGH includes previously released singles “Have A Baby (With Me),” “Call On Me,” and most recently, “Moon,” all of which offer windows into the album’s central theme of reconciliation, specifically with his father. From the intoxicating “Root Of All Evil,” to the Bon Iver-assisted “Moon,” Caesar spends the album interrogating himself in pursuit of purer, healthier relationships.

As a wildly successful artist at such a young age, Caesar lived much of his 20s in self-indulgence. The only people who really ever told him no, who ever truly held him accountable, were his family members. Now, at 30 years old, he uses this album to animate his thoughts on core concepts: his own purpose on this Earth, what he means in relation to his parents, and how the world will change when he eventually becomes a dad. “I have a lot of respect for my dad, and I hold him in high regard. The album is about me realizing that I am exactly like him,” he shares. “In that sense, it’s about having patience, respect, and admiration for myself.”

Mainly recorded in Jamaica, Daniel is joined by Sampha, Bon Iver, Blood Orange, Yebba, 646yf4t, and his own father, Norwill Simmonds, for an album that is both compositionally and melodically breathtaking. Ahead of the album’s release, Daniel put on a tour of pop-up, impromptu performances at parks in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Bozeman, Los Angeles, Houston, and Atlanta, performing intimate sets for massive crowds of fans. Daniel was joined by Mustafa for many of the performances and, in Los Angeles, Turnstile’s Brendan Yates performed a solo rendition of his band’s song “NEVER ENOUGH” on the keys. Earlier this week, Caesar wrapped up the string of moving performances with a pair of shows at the Harlem Parish Church.

Son Of Spergy was first teased with a video letter shared on socials and discussed in Daniel’s Billboard cover story. In a conversation with Tyler, The Creator for Billboard, the two discuss Daniel’s career to date, their creative relationship (especially as it pertains to Daniel’s extensive work across Tyler’s 2024 album CHROMAKOPIA), what fans can expect from Son Of Spergy and more. Earlier this year, Daniel joined forces with close friend and collaborator Rex Orange County for a special two-track bundle, “Rearrange My World / There’s A Field (That’s Only Yours).” More recently, Daniel was featured on “The Field,” from Blood Orange’s new album Essex Honey, alongside Caroline Polachek, Tariq Al-Sabir, and The Durutti Column, and contributed songwriting, backing vocals, and production to “DEVOTION” featuring Dijon on Justin Bieber’s critically acclaimed album, SWAG. Listen to Son Of Spergy above and stay tuned for more from Daniel Caesar coming soon



Daniel Caesar – Son Of Spergy

1. Rain Down (Feat. Sampha)
2. Have A Baby (With Me)
3. Call On Me
4. Baby Blue (Feat. Norwill Simmonds)
5. Root Of All Evil
6. Who Knows
7. Moon (Feat. Bon Iver)
8. Touching God (Feat. Yebba & Blood Orange)
9. Sign Of The Times
10. Emily’s Song
11. No More Loving (On Women I Don’t Love) (Feat. 656yf4t)
12. Sins Of The Father (Feat. Bon Iver)

Christina Kennedy Unveils Powerful New Single and Short Film ‘QUIT MY LIFE’

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Christina Kennedy Unveils Powerful New Single and Short Film ‘QUIT MY LIFE’

Today, Canadian singer-songwriter and rising pop artist, Christina Kennedy, announces the release of her intimate new single, “QUIT MY LIFE.” The track is a deeply cathartic and rich ballad that captures the internal chaos of wanting to disappear while longing to be understood. Sonically inspired by the push-and-pull production of NF and Julia Michaels’ “GONE,” the song balances an interchangeable bass hit with soft, atmospheric ballad elements, expressing the raw desire to escape a life that feels too heavy to bear. The intimate vocals cut through, creating an almost cinematic emotional release.

“I wrote this in a dark time, and for anyone out there who feels even remotely similar,” Christina added, “I hope this helps them through that cloudy time.”

A stunning, high-concept visual experience will follow with the premiere of the “QUIT MY LIFE” music video and short film on October 25th. Conceptualized and directed by Christina herself, the film boldly reimagines 1930s Hollywood through a 2025 lens, capturing a visual fusion between the elegant, wealthy class and today’s hyper-digital world. The music video is a powerful meta-commentary: the medium is the message. The narrative explores the growing disconnection between humanity and media, examining desensitization, the erosion of compassion, and the masks people wear in modern society, challenging the audience to reflect on the core question: “What you watch matters.” The visual palette draws on chiaroscuro lighting and surreal contemporary imagery—early Hollywood’s elegance colliding with the fast-paced emptiness of influencer culture.

In reference to her music video, Christina shared, “your next scroll matters, your watch retention matters, what you say matters, how you engage matters, what you watch matters, someone’s life matters.”

Kennedy’s previous releases have garnered notable attention, including coverage in Billboard Canada for her recent album releases and features in publications like The Partae and The Eyeopener for her Toronto concert debut. Her work continues to build a distinct lane in the pop landscape.

The Smashing Pumpkins Announce 30th Anniversary Deluxe Reissue Of ‘Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness’

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The Smashing Pumpkins Announce 30th Anniversary Deluxe Reissue Of ‘Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness’

On October 24, 1995, The Smashing Pumpkins released what would become one of the most iconic works of the decade: the sprawling double album Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness. Now, thirty years later, the band is returning with a special deluxe reissue expanding on the original album, including eighty minutes of previously unreleased recordings from the 1996 tour in support of the album.

On November 21, three new versions of Mellon Collie will be available via UMe. The album and live material will hit DSPs, while there will also be a four-disc deluxe edition CD package, featuring new liner notes written by Billy Corgan. The band has also put together a limited edition boxset essential for the diehard fans, including Mellon Collie and the 1996 Infinite Sadness tour audio on four CDs and six LPs, the new liner notes in a hardbound book, a custom tarot card deck, and seven frameable lithographs, all housed in a velvet slipcase with a cloth carrying bag.

Included in all versions, the 1996 live material is a holy grail for longtime Pumpkins devotees. Only recently discovered, the recordings showcase the original lineup at the height of their powers. Listen to the newly discovered live track, “Geek U.S.A.” From The Infinite Sadness Tour ’96, now HERE.

“Unearthing these live recordings from the original lineup’s true, last large-scale tour was a labour of love, and for me certainly a bittersweet as once we blew apart in 1996, we were never quite the same: be it emotionally, or spiritually,” says Corgan “Thankfully, I can say this as the band is now enjoying our greatest public success since that time, and one can hear in these tapes the raw power that such nascent faith afforded us, then, and the will and wisdom to persevere that followed.”

By the time the Smashing Pumpkins released Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness, they had already announced themselves as one of the definitive rock bands of the ‘90s with 1991’s Gish and 1993’s Siamese Dream. While those two albums are classics in their own right, and the Pumpkins already had a host of beloved hits under their belts, Mellon Collie saw them ascend to a whole other level. Across the double album, Corgan threw everything he had at this music, resulting in some of the band’s most ubiquitous hits: “1979,” “Tonight, Tonight,” “Zero,” and “Bullet With Butterfly Wings.” Mellon Collie soon earned the Smashing Pumpkins seven Grammy nominations, including Album Of The Year and Record Of The Year, and would later attain Diamond certification from the RIAA. It lives on not only as one of the most pivotal albums of the ‘90s, but also as one of the great albums in the rock canon. The live material included in the reissue captures the band on a sprawling tour amidst the whirlwind that greeted Mellon Collie, at their most vital and performing songs that were already instant classics.

In addition to the expanded reissue, the Pumpkins will celebrate the album’s anniversary with two special collaborations. In late November, Corgan will team with the Lyric Opera of Chicago to present A Night Of Melon Collie And Infinite Sadness. Running for seven performances only, the concerts will feature reimagined versions of Mellon Collie — everything from the hits to beloved fan favorites like “Thirty-Three” and “Thru The Eyes Of Ruby” — with Corgan performing newly commissioned arrangements and orchestrations he made alongside conductor James Lowe. Corgan will be joined by soprano Sydney Mancasola, mezzo-soprano Zoie Reams, tenor Dominick Chenes, and baritone Edward Parks.

The Lyric performances will occur on November 21, 22, 25, 26, 28, 29, and 30. They also include costume design by House Of Gilles, from Gilles Mendel and Chloé Mendel Corgan, altogether promising an immersive sonic and visual experience that blurs the boundaries of opera,  rock, and performance art.

The homegrown celebration of Mellon Collie’s anniversary continues with another collaboration with Chicago’s famed Vosges Haut-Chocolat. Corgan and Vosges have joined forces for The Mellon Collie Sessions, a limited-edition chocolate box set. Available beginning October 21, the boxset includes a limited-edition poster and six chocolate bars — two each of unique flavors made with inspiration from Mellon Collie’s most famous songs. The “Zero” Black Raspberry Tea Bar combines dark chocolate and Forbidden Forest Lapsang Souchong tea from Madame Zuzu’s, the Highland Park tea house institution founded by Corgan and his wife in 2012. Similarly, the “Tonight Tonight” Electric Blue Matcha Bar infuses vegan white chocolate with Madame Zuzu’s Electric Blue Matcha, while the “1979” Kitchen Sink Bar throws pretzels, marshmallow, and rice crunch into a 72% dark chocolate.

The ‘20s have been a furiously productive decade for the Smashing Pumpkins, kicking off with Cyr in 2020, followed by the ambitious Atum: A Rock Opera In Three Parts which unfolded across 2022 and 2023, providing the next chapter in the stories begun on Mellon Collie and 2000’s Machina/The Machines Of God. The flood of inspiration continued into last year, with the critically acclaimed album Aghori Mhori Mei. Since then, the band have taken a moment to reflect on the achievements of the past, first re-releasing Machina this summer for its 25th anniversary, finally presenting the album as they’d always wished. Now, the multi-faceted celebration of Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness puts a capstone on 2025 before whatever the always adventurous Pumpkins do next.

MELLON COLLIE AND THE INFINITE SADNESS 4CD TRACK LIST

Discs 3 and 4 are unreleased

Disc 1 (Main Album)

Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness

Tonight, Tonight

Jellybelly

Zero

Here Is No Why

Bullet With Butterfly Wings

To Forgive

Fuck You (An Ode To No One)

Love

Cupid De Locke

Galapogos

Muzzle

Porcelina Of The Vast Oceans

Take Me Down

Disc 2 (Main Album)

Where Boys Fear To Tread

Bodies

Thirty-Three

In The Arms Of Sleep

1979

Tales Of A Scorched Earth

Thru The Eyes Of Ruby

Stumbleine

X.Y.U.

We Only Come Out At Night

Beautiful

Lily (My One And Only)

By Starlight

Farewell And Goodnight

Disc 3 (Infinite Sadness Tour ’96)

Geek U.S.A. (1.30.96. San Diego)

X.Y.U. (1.30.96. San Diego)

Cupid De Locke (1.30.96. San Diego)

Here Is No Why (2.4.96. Los Angeles)

Bullet With Butterfly Wings (2.4.96. Los Angeles)

Galapogos (2.4.96. Los Angeles)

Bodies (6.25.96. Saginaw)

Where Boys Fear To Tread (6.29.96. Detroit)

Disc 4 (Infinite Sadness Tour ’96)

Zero (6.29.96. Detroit)

Muzzle (6.29.96. Detroit)

Porcelina Of The Vast Oceans/ Beautiful/ Rocket (7.3.96. Cleveland)

Siva (6.30.96. Detroit)

An Ode To No One (7.3.96. Cleveland)

Thru The Eyes Of Ruby/ By Starlight (7.5.96. Philadelphia)

Mac Miller’s Estate Releases ‘GO:OD AM (10th Anniversary)’ With Three Unheard Tracks and New Visuals

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Mac Miller’s Estate Releases ‘GO:OD AM (10th Anniversary)’ With Three Unheard Tracks and New Visuals

On the heels of the 10th anniversary of the release of his landmark album GO:OD AM, Mac Miller’s Estate releases GO:OD AM (10th Anniversary). The re-edition contains three previously-unheard bonus tracks from the GO:OD AM sessions available on both streaming services and the physical 3LP vinyl. The bonus tracks include “Royal Flush” featuring Vinny Radio in addition to “Cable Box” and “Carpe Diem.” Each 3LP package includes a special triple gatefold jacket printed on silver mirror board with a die-cut front, two inner sleeves with archival photography on silver mirror board and a yellow bonus vinyl with a custom etching on the back. 

The 10th Anniversary offering also includes a new suite of visuals. Danaé Gosset (Pencil TV), who previously worked on the animations for the Making Faces short film, Balloonerism visuals and directed “The Star Room (OG Version)” for the 10th anniversary of Watching Movies with the Sound Off, contributes a new series of animated visuals for “Rush Hour” as well as the three bonus tracks that are released for the first time today. Sam Balaban, who recently directed GO:OD AM (Time Flies, Try To Catch It) – A Short Film, contributes new visualizers featuring footage from Justin Boyd and Rex Arrow for all of the original album songs (aside from “Rush Hour”). All of those are available to watch now on the Mac Miller YouTube channel.

New Mac Miller merchandise is being made available to celebrate GO:OD AM (10th Anniversary) today as well at the Mac Miller website.

Listen to GO:OD AM (10th Anniversary) and watch GO:OD AM (Time Flies, Try To Catch It) – A Short Film above now.

Mac Miller

GO:OD AM (10th Anniversary)

(Warner Records)

October 24, 2025

1. Doors

2. Brand Name

3. Rush Hour

4. Two Matches feat. Ab-Soul

5. 100 Grandkids

6. Time Flies

7. Weekend feat. Miguel

8. Clubhouse

9. In The Bag

10. Break The Law

11. Perfect Circle/God Speed

12. When In Rome

13. ROS

14. Cut The Check feat. Chief Keef

15. Ascension

16. Jump

17. The Festival feat. Little Dragon

18. Royal Flush feat. Vinny Radio

19. Cable Box

20. Carpe Diem

Madonna Celebrates 30 Years of ‘Bedtime Stories’ With New EP ‘The Untold Chapter’

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Madonna Celebrates 30 Years of ‘Bedtime Stories’ With New EP ‘The Untold Chapter’

Bedtime Stories – The Untold Chapter is an eight-track EP to mark the 30th anniversary of Madonna’s Bedtime Stories, to be released on November 28th. The companion collection includes early demos, alternate versions, and rarities that trace the evolution of Bedtime Stories‘ R&B-influenced sound. Bedtime Stories – The Untold Chapter will be released on limited black vinyl and digitally. Black vinyl orders from Madonna.com and Rhino.com will include an exclusive set of postcards. A deluxe 2CD edition will also be available, featuring the original Bedtime Stories album and the new EP, along with a 20-page booklet of lyrics and illustrations.

Today, a new clean edit of “Human Nature” by Howie Tee is available to listen HERE.

Madonna collaborated with Confessions on a Dance Floor producer Stuart Price to shape this EP, editing and mixing versions into a cohesive new chapter. The artwork features never-before-seen images from a 1994 shoot by Paolo Roversi, whose photos were also used for the Bedtime Story single.

Also on November 28, the original Bedtime Stories album will be reissued on silver vinyl. It will be available at select retailers, with an exclusive poster included in orders from Madonna.com and Rhino.com. Released in 1994, Madonna’s sixth studio album is viewed as one of her most sonically adventurous and commercially successful. The album went on to sell over seven million copies worldwide and featured hits like “Take a Bow,” “Secret,” and “Human Nature.” 

BEDTIME STORIES – THE UNTOLD CHAPTER

LP Track Listing

Side One

  1. “Survival” – Quiet Storm Demo Remix
  2. “Secret” – Allstar New Single Mix
  3. “Right On Time” – Original Demo Edit
  4. “Don’t Stop” – Original Demo Edit

Side Two

  1. “Freedom” – Short Mix
  2. “Human Nature” – Howie Tee New Clean Edit
  3. “Let Down Your Guard” – Rough Single Mix
  4. “Love Won’t Wait” – Original Demo Edit

The Neighbourhood Announce New Album ‘(((((ultraSOUND)))))’ and Share Three New Tracks

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The Neighbourhood Announce New Album ‘(((((ultraSOUND)))))’ and Share Three New Tracks

Chart-topping alt-rock band The Neighbourhood announce their long-awaited return with (((((ultraSOUND))))), out November 14 on Warner Records.  (((((ultraSOUND))))) is the band’s first original studio album in five years and marks the beginning of an exciting chapter for the band. Ahead of album release the band have shared three new tracks “Private,” “OMG” and “Lovebomb.” “Private” pulses with a vulnerability and groove built around a GarageBand drum break and vocal that frontman Jesse Rutherford recorded on his phone. “Lovebomb,” born from a Jono-and-Abels loop, captures the spiraling of saying “I love you” too soon. “OMG” explores the resilience of a relationship and unwavering commitment, “by your side, together on the ride, twister or a tidal wave. Rain or shine, you’re always on my mind.” Listen to “Private,” “OMG” and “Lovebomb” HERE. Preorder/ Presave (((((ultraSOUND))))) HERE. 

Blending the raw energy of ’90s alt-rock with a modern, introspective edge, (((((ultraSOUND))))) signals a powerful return to the band’s roots. Drawing inspiration from Brit-pop while maintaining their signature California indie sound, the record weaves together delicate yet gritty vocals with a darker, moodier sonic palette. Elements of grunge and psychedelic textures add depth to a sound that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly evolved. Lyrically, the album is intimate and self-aware, exploring heartbreak, disillusionment, and emotional vulnerability with a maturity that reflects the band’s artistic growth. See full track list below. 

(((((ultraSOUND))))) Track List: 

  1. Hula Girl
  2. OMG
  3. Lovebomb
  4. Private
  5. Lil Ol Me
  6. Planet
  7. Holy Ghost
  8. Rabbit
  9. Tides
  10. Daisy Chain
  11. Zombie
  12. Mama Drama
  13. Crushed
  14. Mute
  15. Stupid Boy 

The Neighbourhood are a California-based alternative rock band comprised of Jesse Rutherford, Zach Abels, Brandon Fried, Jeremy Freeman, and Mikey Margott. Known for their genre-blending sound and moody aesthetic, the band formed in 2011 and broke through in 2013 with their double-Platinum debut album I Love You. The album features the multi-platinum hit “Sweater Weather,” which reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Alternative chart. Following the success of their sophomore album Wiped Out! (2015) and a string of EPs, the group continued evolving their sound with The Neighbourhood (2018) and Chip Chrome & the Mono-Tones (2020). With five multi-Platinum, six Platinum, and eight Gold certified singles along with two additional Platinum albums, The Neighbourhood has built a legacy of genre-defining work and are poised to begin a compelling new

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Eric Alper is a 6-time nominee for Publicist of the Year during Canadian Music Week and has overseen the publicity campaigns for over 183 JUNO Award-nominated albums (and 16 in 2025), 45 Grammy-nominated albums, including 47 JUNO Award, 58 Canadian Folk Music Award, 126 Maple Blues Award-winning albums and is also truly honoured to work with some of the biggest and most important artists of our time.

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