Some songs make you dance. Some make you cry. Will Ettante’s might make you question everything — while laughing through a mouthful of oatmeal. His latest single, “Oatmeal Can Slap,” is an ode to the absurdity of adulthood, served with a wink, a groove, and a spoon. It’s existential comedy disguised as indie pop brilliance — and yes, it’ll make you crave breakfast.
The musical alter ego of singer-songwriter Will Tynan, Will Ettante has mastered the art of turning everyday chaos into catharsis. “Oatmeal Can Slap” captures the messy, funny, and strangely moving contradictions of millennial life — the kind that make you laugh, cry, and text your therapist all before noon. It’s the third single leading up to his upcoming debut album Vdad, a record that promises to be as heartfelt as it is hilarious.
While his humor shines here, Ettante’s musical chops are no joke. A seasoned performer, he’s graced stages like SXSW and the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles, blending fingerstyle guitar, folk roots, and sharp wit into something uniquely his own. His songs sound like if John Prine and Bo Burnham got stuck in traffic together and decided to write an anthem about it.
Now taking his charm directly to fans, Will’s Living Room Tour brings the show home — literally. Performing in intimate house shows across ten-plus cities, he’s stripping it all back to what matters most: connection, laughter, and maybe a good bowl of oatmeal. With Vdad on the horizon, Will Ettante is proving that sometimes, the best way to face the chaos of modern life is to sing, strum, and laugh right through it.
Robyn Ottolini is taking fans “Way Back” — and she’s bringing all the memories with her. The platinum-selling, CCMA Award-winning country star has dropped her brand-new single “Way Back,” a nostalgic, heart-tugging anthem that perfectly sets the stage for her upcoming Way, Way Back Tour. Equal parts reflection and celebration, it’s Robyn at her most relatable — looking back on love, youth, and all the moments that shaped her.
“It was so fun to capture this familiar, bittersweet nostalgia of a past love from my younger days,” Ottolini shares. “You might’ve moved on and both be in a completely different place in your life, but all it takes is something as little as spotting their truck and the next thing you know, you’re driving down memory lane… This tour is going to capture that feeling – things reminiscent of ‘the good ole days’ – while also celebrating the joys of the present moment.”
The Way, Way Back Tour kicks off November 6, bringing Ottolini’s powerhouse vocals and candid storytelling to fans across Ontario and Montreal. With stops in Hamilton, Toronto, Ottawa, and beyond, each show promises that perfect Robyn blend — country heart, big hooks, and fearless honesty.
Her latest radio hit “Airplane Bottle” continues to climb the Canadian Country charts, spending over 13 weeks in the Top 40 and earning rave reviews from fans and critics alike — with Holler calling it “the song of the week, of the year, of the rest of our lives.” Now proudly independent, Ottolini is gearing up for her debut album, and with “Way Back,” she’s proving that sometimes, the best way forward is to remember where it all began.
Tour Dates:
November 6 – Hamilton, ON – Bridgeworks (Support: Parker Graye) November 7 – Kitchener, ON – The Hub (Support: Parker Graye) November 8 – Guelph, ON – Sonic Hall (Support: Vibi) November 9 – St. Catharines, ON – The Warehouse (Support: Vibi and Lucas Mason) November 13 – Oshawa, ON – The Biltmore Theatre (Support: Jessica Sevier and Laila) November 15 – Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace (Support: Jessica Sevier and Laila) November 20 – Kingston, ON – The Broom Factory (Support: Dave Sampson) November 21 – Ottawa, ON – The 27 Club (Support: Dave Sampson and Tanaeya) November 22 – Montreal, QC – Le Petit (Support: Savannah Jade and Dave Sampson)
The Infamous Stringdusters are lighting the way forward. The GRAMMY-winning, Billboard chart-topping progressive bluegrass trailblazers return with their stirring new single “The Light at the End of the Day,” out now via Americana Vibes. Following the buzz of “Dead Man Walking,” recently named one of Billboard’s 5 Best New Country Songs, the band continues to redefine modern bluegrass with a song that shines with heart, hope, and dobro-driven soul.
“I really wanted to write a song of hope for this record,” says dobroist and vocalist Andy Hall. “At a time when things can seem strange, scary, and dark, I wrote this for myself more than anything… This song tries to reassure the listener that there’s always someone you can reach out to in those tough times. A light in the darkness.” With Hall’s warm vocals guiding the way, the song builds from intimate reflection to soaring optimism — the kind of melody that feels like sunrise after a long night.
“The Light at the End of the Day” is the third single from 20/20, The Infamous Stringdusters’ landmark 20th studio album arriving February 13, 2026. Celebrating two decades of sonic innovation, the band — Chris Pandolfi, Travis Book, Jeremy Garrett, Andy Hall, and Andy Falco — continues to push boundaries between bluegrass, Americana, country, and indie-folk, always with a fearless spirit and unmatched musicianship.
Formed in Nashville in the early 2000s, the Stringdusters have spent twenty years turning tradition on its head while keeping its heart intact. 20/20 marks more than just an anniversary — it’s a reflection of their journey, their bond, and their belief in the power of song to heal, inspire, and remind us that, no matter how dark it gets, the music will always find the light.
Tour Dates:
10/29 – Spartanburg, SC – Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium ++ 10/30 – Live Oak, FL – Hulaween 10/31 – New Orleans, LA – The Joy Theater && 11/01 – New Orleans, LA – The Joy Theater && 11/02 – Decatur, AL – Princess Theatre ++ 11/04 – Lexington, KY – Manchester Music Hall ++ 11/05 – Whitestown, IN – Moontown Brewing Company 11/06 – St. Louis, MO – Old Rock House ++ 11/07 – Oklahoma City, OK – Tower Theatre ++ 11/08 – Dallas, TX – Ferris Wheelers Backyard !! 11/09 – Austin, TX – Radio/East !! 12/11 – 12/15 – Puerto Morelos, Q.R. – Strings & Sol 12/31 – Asheville, NC – ExploreAsheville.com Arena ## 01/21 – Patchogue, NY – Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts 01/22 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom 01/23 – Beverly, MA – Cabot Theater 01/24 – Stowe, VT – Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center 01/25 – Portland, ME – State Theatre 01/27 – Buffalo, NY – Electric City 01/28 – Cleveland, OH – Globe Iron $$ 01/29 – Cincinnati, OH – Taft Theatre $$ 01/30 – Chicago, IL – Thalia Hall $$ 01/31 – Appleton, WI – Ice Dance Music Festival 02/01 – Stoughton, WI – Stoughton Opera House 02/20 – 02/22 – Telluride, CO – Sheridan Opera House 02/24 – Boise, ID – Knitting Factory 02/25 – Jackson, WY – Jackson Hole Center for the Arts 02/26 – 02/27 – Salt Lake City, UT – Commonwealth 03/18 – Rutland, VT – Paramount Theatre 03/28 – EMS Spring Bluegrass Festival ^^ w/ Leftover Salmon & Kitchen Dwellers ** w/ California Honeydrops ++ w/ Johnny Mullenax && w/ Moe. !! w/ Bronwyn Keith-Hynes
Get ready, mau5heads. World-renowned electronic pioneer deadmau5 has announced his long-awaited return with a brand new artist album arriving in 2026 — his first in a decade — alongside the release of his latest single “Ameonna,” out now on his label mau5trap. The track signals a bold new era for the producer who changed the face of electronic music with classics like “Faxing Berlin” and “Strobe.”
Built from pressure-cooked synths and hypnotic atmospherics, “Ameonna” swells into a cinematic storm — a taste of what’s to come on the upcoming LP. It’s a reminder of deadmau5’s unmatched ability to blend precision, emotion, and power, creating soundscapes that feel like they’re made for both headphones and festival stages.
This fall, deadmau5 will retire his legendary Cube live production for good, making way for an all-new show debuting November 7 and 8 at Colorado’s iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The annual Day of the deadmau5 celebrations will feature a five-hour conceptual set, including his techno alter-ego testpilot, new deadmau5 music, and a mau5 drum & bass finale — all brought to life with brand-new visuals, lights, and technical wizardry that only he could dream up.
Fans in Denver can also visit the mau5hop pop-up at 95 S Cherokee Street, featuring exclusive merch, vinyl, and the debut of the “Atari x deadmau5 Meowingtons’ Revenge” 7800 game cartridge. With meet-and-greets, surprises, and a new musical world on the horizon, 2026 marks the rebirth of deadmau5 — louder, brighter, and more unpredictable than ever.
Toronto just hit the biggest crossover of the year. Global superstar The Weeknd has joined forces with Fanatics, the Toronto Blue Jays, and Major League Baseball for a special World Series Collection — marking the team’s first championship appearance in over 30 years. It’s the ultimate homecoming for one of Toronto’s biggest cultural icons, celebrating a city that’s ready to make history again.
The Weeknd x Toronto Blue Jays Fanatics World Series Collection features the singer’s unmistakable XO logo alongside official Blue Jays and World Series marks, splashed across a sleek lineup of hoodies and tees in signature black and blue. Designed and produced by Fanatics, the collection captures the intersection of music, fashion, and sports — Toronto style.
Available now at Fanatics.com, MLBShop.com, and the Blue Jays’ flagship store at Rogers Centre, the limited-edition drop arrives just in time for Game One of the 121st World Series. With the Jays back on baseball’s biggest stage for the first time since 1993, this collaboration isn’t just merch — it’s a moment.
As the nation tunes in through Sportsnet and FOX’s global coverage, Toronto’s pride will be everywhere — from the ballpark to the stage to the streets. The Weeknd’s XO meets the Blue Jays’ bird, and for fans across Canada, it feels like destiny in full swing.
Toronto’s own Lia Pappas-Kemps is opening another emotional chapter. Following the glowing reception of her heartfelt single “Reservations,” the rising singer-songwriter returns with “Revolving Doors” — an intimate, cinematic folk-pop journey out October 24 via Coalition Music Records. With her unmistakable blend of vulnerability and atmosphere, Lia continues to carve a space where quiet introspection meets widescreen beauty.
“‘Revolving Doors’ is a song I wrote about feeling your patterns change while falling in love with someone new,” Lia shares. “I wrote it by myself with just an acoustic guitar, and then decided to get my friend Ray Goudy to add pedal steel during the recording process, which became such a pivotal part of the song.” The result is a warm, hypnotic swirl of acoustic tones and pedal steel shimmer — a song that captures both the thrill and disorientation of love’s endless motion.
Produced by longtime collaborator Elia Pappas at Taurus Studios and mixed by Howie Beck, “Revolving Doors” finds Lia joined by Goudy on pedal steel and Pappas on guitar and bass. It’s the latest glimpse into her forthcoming 2026 album and a testament to her gift for crafting soundscapes that feel both timeless and modern. Fans of Phoebe Bridgers, boygenius, and Fleetwood Mac will feel right at home in her world of melodic melancholy and quiet courage.
With praise from Atwood Magazine, Exclaim!, Northern Transmissions, and The Toronto Star — which hailed her as “Toronto’s next breakout songwriter” — Lia Pappas-Kemps is proving that her rise is no fluke. Songs like “Jinx,” “Sad in Toronto,” and now “Revolving Doors” showcase an artist who writes from the heart, unafraid to let every chord and lyric reveal the beauty in change.
Drive-By Truckers co-founder Patterson Hood returns with a song straight from the heart. His new single, “Scott’s Sister,” out now via ATO Records, is a tender, deeply personal piece that finds Hood at his storytelling best. The release arrives with a stunning lyric video built from aerial footage of his hometown of Florence, Alabama — a place where memory and melody intertwine.
The footage, captured by pilot John David Apkarian of Wings Over Bama, floats above the landscapes that shaped Hood’s music and life, perfectly framing the emotional weight of his lyrics. Originally written for Exploding Trees & Airplane Screams, “Scott’s Sister” continues what Hood calls his “Family Mythology” series — songs that dive into the complicated, beautiful mess of kinship, legacy, and love.
“‘Scott’s Sister’ was the first song I wrote for what became my Exploding Trees & Airplane Screams album,” Hood shares. “My mom and her brother have had an often contentious relationship through the years. I consider it a sweet song, actually one of the sweetest I’ve ever written.” Recorded at The Panthera in Portland, the track features Nate Query of The Decemberists on upright bass and Kyleen King adding viola, violin, and harmonies — each note breathing warmth into the story.
Built on honesty and quiet grace, “Scott’s Sister” is the sound of a songwriter still finding new ways to tell the truth. For longtime fans and new listeners alike, it’s a reminder of why Patterson Hood remains one of Americana’s most genuine voices — always writing from the place where memory meets melody.
It’s about to snow rock ‘n’ roll. Yellow Snow is back with their latest single and video, a wild, guitar-charged take on Danny Elfman’s “What’s This?” from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. Straight from their roaring holiday album Volume 1, this version takes the beloved tune from spooky to spectacular, mixing mischief, melody, and pure head-banging holiday cheer.
“I never knew if it was a Christmas or Halloween song,” laughs creator and frontman Mike DiBiase. “Instead of doing a traditional orchestral arrangement, I thought, ‘Let’s do big Queen-Type vocals in place of that orchestral instrumentation and then let’s make it really rock with heavy guitars.’” He adds, “Then, I drank a bottle of wine and sang it the best I could. The vein in my temple was about to pop out of my head by the time I was done, but it fits our brand. It’s definitely a rockin’ song now.”
A Rhode Island native and Emmy-nominated audio post pro, DiBiase first brought Yellow Snow to life in 2007, packing clubs and spreading joy with hard-rock Christmas anthems while donating proceeds to charity. Over the years, his riff-filled reinventions have grown a loyal cult following, even landing his original “Giddy Yup, Santa Claus” on Riverdale.
Now joined by bandmates Matt Baird, Al Diaz, Franklin La Barbara, Denise Gouvin, Jason Berndt, and Chris Piccirillo, DiBiase has turned his annual tradition into a full-fledged rock spectacle. Recorded in Nashville, Volume 1 delivers sleigh bells with power chords, and “What’s This?” is its crown jewel—a holiday anthem for anyone who likes their Christmas loud, proud, and just a little twisted.
Nearly 50 years after their farewell concert, The Band’s legacy rolls on. Capitol Records/UMe will reissue The Best of The Band on December 9 in multiple formats — vinyl, CD, and Super High Material CD. Long out of print since the 1980s, the LP returns on standard-weight black vinyl, while the CD editions have been newly mastered for digital clarity, offering fans a pristine listening experience worthy of rock’s original storytellers.
Released in 1976 as the group prepared to say goodbye at their legendary Last Waltz concert, The Best of The Band captures the spirit of an era — “The Weight,” “Up On Cripple Creek,” “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down,” and more. It’s the sound of five musicians who redefined American music by fusing rock, blues, gospel, country, and soul into something timeless. By the time The Band bowed out, they had already shaped the DNA of modern roots rock and influenced generations of songwriters to come.
The reissue arrives as The Band’s story continues to inspire new chapters. Robbie Robertson’s posthumous memoir, Insomnia, lands November 11 through Penguin Random House, chronicling his decades-long creative partnership with Martin Scorsese — a collaboration born from The Last Waltz itself. Robertson’s words offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse into how music and film collided to create one of the greatest concert experiences ever captured.
And just in time for the holidays, Kate Hudson adds her voice to the canon with a heartfelt rendition of The Band’s seasonal classic “Christmas Must Be Tonight.” “When you speak of The Band, you are speaking directly to the heart, soul and backbone of rock’s roots,” she says. For old fans and new listeners alike, The Best of The Band is more than a collection of songs — it’s a reminder of the enduring power of authenticity, harmony, and the music that changed everything.
Vinyl Tracklist Side A 1. Up On Cripple Creek 2. The Shape I’m In 3. The Weight 4. It Makes No Difference 5. Life Is A Carnival
Side B 1. Twilight 2. Don’t Do It 3. Tears Of Rage 4. Stage Fright 5. Ophelia 6 The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down
CD Tracklist 1. Up On Cripple Creek 2. The Shape I’m In 3. The Weight 4. It Makes No Difference 5. Life Is A Carnival 6. Twilight 7. Don’t Do It 8. Tears Of Rage 9. Stage Fright 10. Ophelia 11. The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down
YUNGMORPHEUS opens a new chapter with A Spyglass to One’s Face, his first full-length release of 2025, out now via Known Agitators with distribution by Fat Beats. Produced entirely by Charlotte’s Dirty Art Club, the album arrives as a fully realized artistic statement—dense, deliberate, and deeply personal. Its lead single “Way The Rose Wilt,” paired with a striking video directed by Grant Spanier (Bad Bunny, Rosalia, Troye Sivan), sets the tone for a record that looks inward while still moving the culture forward.
The chemistry between Morpheus and Dirty Art Club is undeniable. Together they create a soundscape where classic hip-hop grit meets cinematic experimentation. A Spyglass to One’s Face explores new emotional and sonic territories while honoring the roots of rap’s storytelling tradition. Joined by YL, Cavalier, Lukah, Zeroh, and Ba Pace, Morpheus brings his sharp lyricism and reflective tone to a project that feels like both a reckoning and a rebirth.
“After doing the Mise En Place EP together, I felt like there was a lot left on the table creatively,” says Dirty Art Club. “I’m inspired by him (YUNGMORPHEUS) to go places I might not go on instrumental albums because I know he’ll take it to a level that makes sense of it all without sacrificing directness and honesty. We put it together like a psychic mosaic.” That sense of trust and experimentation runs through every beat and verse, pushing both artists into uncharted ground.
Beginning October 26, Morpheus joins New York trio Triathlon for a North American tour with stops in Montreal, Toronto, Chicago, and beyond. Across A Spyglass to One’s Face, YUNGMORPHEUS proves once again why he’s one of rap’s most fearless boundary-pushers—a writer, thinker, and creator who finds poetry in the spaces between resistance and reflection.
Upcoming Live Dates: w/ Triathlon
10/26 – Cambridge, MA @ Middle East Upstairs 10/28 – Montreal, QB @ Cabaret Foufs 10/29 – Toronto, ON @ The Baby G 10/30 – Detroit, MI @ El Club 10/31 – Chicago, IL @ Schubas 11/2 – Denver, CO @ Larimer Lounge 11/3 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court 11/5 – Seattle, WA @ Barboza 11/6 – Portland, OR @ Polaris Hall
