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Country Superstar Lainey Wilson Spreads Holiday Cheer with ‘Peace, Love, & Cowboys (Holiday Edition)’ EP

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Country Superstar Lainey Wilson Spreads Holiday Cheer with ‘Peace, Love, & Cowboys (Holiday Edition)’ EP

Lainey Wilson’s Peace, Love, & Cowboys (Holiday Edition) is out today, a 3-song EP featuring a new holiday version of Wilson’s “Peace, Love, & Cowboys,” “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” with Bing Crosby and a rendition of George Strait’s “Christmas Cookies.” Stream/purchase HERE. 

In addition to today’s release, a physical version of the EP (12-inch vinyl, 7-inch vinyl and CD) will be available on November 21, consisting of “Peace, Love, & Cowboys (Holiday Edition)” and “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!,” as well as instrumental versions of both tracks. Pre-order HERE. Wilson will also perform the holiday songs live at the Grand Ole Opry on December 10 as part of their special Christmas show. Tickets are on-sale now at www.opry.com. 

The release is just the latest in a series of milestones for Wilson, who will host the upcoming 59th Annual CMA Awards next month, where she is also tied as the most-nominated artist with six nominations: Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, Album of the Year (Whirlwind), Single of the Year (“4x4xU”), Song of the Year (“4x4xU”) and Music Video of the Year (“Somewhere Over Laredo”). Additionally, Wilson is confirmed to headline Stagecoach Festival this spring, is highlighted on the 2025 TIME100 Next list and recently performed sold-out shows at New York’s Madison Square Garden and Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena as part of her extensive Whirlwind World Tour. 

Wilson will continue to tour through this fall, including upcoming stops in St. Paul, Knoxville, Charlotte and Tampa, before embarking on an extensive headline run across Australia and New Zealand next year. See below for complete tour itinerary, full details can be found at www.laineywilson.com/tour. 

Furthermore, Wilson released the deluxe version of her award-winning album, Whirlwind, this summer via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville (stream/purchase HERE). In addition to Whirlwind’s original 14 songs, the new extended edition features five additional tracks: “Bell Bottoms Up,” “King Ranch, King George, King James,” “Yesterday, All Day, Every Day,” “Peace, Love, and Cowboys” and “Somewhere Over Laredo,” which is currently Top 10 at country radio and continuing to climb. 

Released to overwhelming attention from fans and critics alike, “Somewhere Over Laredo” was the most added song at country radio at impact and earned widespread praise from outlets such as CBS Mornings, Rolling Stone and Billboard, who called it “one of her most commanding, dynamic vocal performances to date, crescendo-ing from a soft-focus, tender vocal, before gradually reaching into her upper register for powerful moments that heighten the song’s emotional acuity.” 

“The reigning current standard-bearer for women in country” (Variety), Wilson also won four awards at the 60th ACM Awards this past spring—Entertainer of the Year (her second consecutive win), Female Artist of the Year (her third consecutive win), Album of the Year (Whirlwind) and Artist-Songwriter of the Year—performed during last year’s Dallas Cowboys’ Thanksgiving Halftime Show and won two awards at the 58th CMA Awards, where she made her hosting debut alongside Peyton Manning and Luke Bryan. Wilson also recently launched her fourth collection with Wrangler, as well as her own boot (Golden West Boots) and jewelry lines (The Lainey Wilson Jewelry Collection). 

The 16x ACM, 9x CMA and Grammy Award-winner and Grand Ole Opry member is a prolific, sought-after songwriter who has scored eight #1 hits including “4x4xU,” “Wildflowers And Wild Horses,” “Watermelon Moonshine” and the 2x PLATINUM Certified “Heart Like A Truck,” in addition to award-winning collaborations with Cole Swindell (“Never Say Never”), Jelly Roll (“Save Me”) and HARDY (“wait in the truck”). Moreover, Wilson wrote and recorded “Out of Oklahoma” for the Twisters movie and has collaborated with artists such as Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, Dolly Parton, Post Malone and more. She will also make her feature film acting debut in next year’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s Reminders of Him, aft

Indie-Pop Visionary Nikita Lev Captures Fleeting Connection on New Single “No One Is Gonna” from EP ‘Suspend’

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Indie-Pop Visionary Nikita Lev Captures Fleeting Connection on New Single “No One Is Gonna” from EP ‘Suspend’

Rising New York artist Nikita Lev has just released her latest single “No One Is Gonna,” a warm, emotionally rich reflection on love and presence – on what it means to feel fully connected to someone, even if only for a fleeting moment. Marking the second release from her forthcoming EP Suspend, out now, the release followed in the heels of Nikita’s highly anticipated headline performance at Nublu, where she brought the song to life onstage for the very first time.

“This song is about leaving an interaction with someone you love and feeling full,” Nikita shares. “Walking away and recognizing your love for that person and what they mean to you, regardless of anything that could jeopardize it.”

“No One Is Gonna” follows the release of Nikita’s acclaimed debut single “Kill Her Mind,” a haunting, emotionally charged anthem described as “the sound of overthinking set to music.” With its swirling guitars and layered vocals, “Kill Her Mind” introduced listeners to Nikita’s ability to translate emotional chaos into sound – pulling people into the looped, internal world of post-breakup thought spirals. Together, the two tracks reveal the range of Suspend: from heartbreak’s disorientation to the quiet clarity of choosing to stay present in love, even when you know how fragile it is.

Both singles are part of Suspend, a body of work that explores the emotional in-between: love and loss, connection and solitude, longing and clarity. “This is not a breakup record in the traditional sense,” Nikita explains. “It’s about the moments where you don’t have resolution yet – where you’re still sitting with the weight of something you can’t quite name.” The EP channels that tension into something cinematic and intimate, grounding vivid emotional states in textured, atmospheric arrangements.

The project also reflects the city that shaped her. Born and raised in New York, Nikita grew up in a household steeped in music – from chamber ensembles to 90s alt-rock – and began writing songs at ten years old. After a brief stint in LA, she returned to New York with a sharper edge and deeper sense of artistic identity. That energy drives every part of Suspend, a collection that fuses delicate songwriting with raw emotion, full of moments that are both bruised and luminous.

Momentum continues to build for Nikita in the lead-up to Suspend. From the dreamlike unease of “Kill Her Mind” to the quiet certainty of “No One Is Gonna,” Nikita continues to establish herself as one of indie-pop’s most emotionally resonant new voices. With each release, she invites listeners deeper into her world – a place where introspection, contradiction, and beauty coexist in delicate tension. 

Piano Powerhouse Jacob Tolliver Reimagines Randy Travis Classic “Honky Tonk Side of Town” with Soul and Swagger

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Piano Powerhouse Jacob Tolliver Reimagines Randy Travis Classic “Honky Tonk Side of Town” with Soul and Swagger

Piano-slaying powerhouse and genre-bending artist Jacob Tolliver is turning heads today with the release of his bold new single – a reimagined version of Randy Travis’s 1994 album cut “Honky Tonk Side of Town.” Jacob is offering a soulful, modern-day spin that bridges traditional country roots with modern Americana grit.

With smoky vocals, powerful piano riffs, and a style that’s all his own, Tolliver breathes new life into the Travis tune – blending classic twang with blues, rock, and soul. The release has already earned a rare and personal endorsement: Randy Travis himself visited the studio and gave Jacob his blessing, a moment captured on camera and featured in the emotional official music video. Kyle Lehning, renowned producer with credits including Dan Seals, Waylon Jennings, Bobby Bare and, yes, Randy Travis, produced the track with some of Nashville’s finest contributing their art.

“I’ve been a fan of Randy Travis since I was 4 years old, when I first heard him sing on the Nickelodeon cartoon, ‘Hey Arnold.’ To say his music shaped me would be an understatement. Now, to be able to call him a great friend and to occasionally perform live on his More Life Tour has been such a blessing,” said Jacob Tolliver. “Recording ‘Honky Tonk Side of Town’ with Kyle Lehning-who produced so many of Randy’s hits-and having Randy right there in the studio with us was beyond surreal. It’s a full-circle moment I’ll never forget. This song has that feel-good, honky-tonk energy that I love. I can really lay into the piano on this one. I’m so proud to put my own spin on it.”

After performing it alongside Travis’s original band at the historic Ryman Auditorium last year, Tolliver knew this song was the perfect bridge between tradition and innovation. His heartfelt reimagining brings honky tonk music to the next generation, merging classic country soul with contemporary edge.

Ticketmaster Australia Unites Eight Iconic NSW Venues Under One Major Ticketing Partnership with Venues NSW

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Ticketmaster Australia Unites Eight Iconic NSW Venues Under One Major Ticketing Partnership with Venues NSW

Fans attending concerts and major sporting events across New South Wales are set to enjoy a new era of ticketing, with Venues NSW choosing Ticketmaster Australia as its official major ticketing partner, uniting eight of the state’s most celebrated venues under one ticketing provider for the very first time.

This landmark partnership will deliver a simple, safe, and personalised ticketing experience – whether it’s the thrill of an NRL final at Accor Stadium, a sold-out concert at Allianz Stadium or an intimate live show in Wollongong’s WIN Entertainment Centre.

By centralising ticketing operations across these venues, fans can look forward to a consistent and reliable journey from discovering events to entering the venue, including:

  • One Account, All Venues– Buy, store, and manage tickets for all eight venues in one place with a single Ticketmaster account.
  • Fast and Smart Entry– Access events seamlessly with Ticketmaster’s security-enhanced digital tickets designed for speed and protection.
  • Personalised Fan Experience– Get tailored event recommendations and exclusive offers powered by Ticketmaster’s smart data technology.
  • Unmatched Security– Enjoy peace of mind knowing every ticket is verified and protected by Ticketmaster’s industry-leading ticketing technology.

Stephen Saunders, Group GM Event Acquisition and Partnerships, Venues NSW, said: “We look forward to working closely with the Ticketmaster team to deliver their world-class ticketing experience as well as bringing new and exciting events to our venues around NSW.”

Gavin Taylor, Managing Director, Ticketmaster Australia, added: “This is a milestone moment for Ticketmaster. By teaming up with Venues NSW, we’re streamlining the ticketing experience across some of the state’s most iconic venues and unlocking new ways for fans to connect with the live experiences they love.”

With 30 years in the Australian market, Ticketmaster’s track record of innovation and fan-first service underpins Venues NSW’s vision to embrace next-generation ticketing technology supported by the scale and reliability of Ticketmaster’s systems.

Through this partnership, Ticketmaster will officially ticket eight venues in Metro and Regional NSW: the Sydney Cricket Ground, Allianz Stadium, Accor Stadium, CommBank Stadium, and Penrith Stadium (reopening in 2027). In addition to WIN Stadium, WIN Entertainment Centre, and McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle, venues that have partnered with Ticketmaster for the past 13 years.

Ticketmaster will support Venues NSW with their packed calendar of major international concerts and special events, while working closely with their sporting partners, including the NRL, Rugby Australia, Super Rugby, A-Leagues, Football Australia, AFL, Cricket Australia and each of the home teams around the Venues NSW network.

Global X-Pop Phenomenon XG Announce Massive 2nd World Tour Following Full-Length Album

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Global X-Pop Phenomenon XG Announce Massive 2nd World Tour Following Full-Length Album

Less than a year after wrapping their first-ever world tour, XG 1st World Tour The First Howl, which spanned 47 shows across 35 cities, XG is set to launch their second global tour.

This marks their first tour following the release of their full-length album, and will showcase the evolution of XG’s signature genre, X-pop, brought to life through their distinctive style and powerful performances that push boundaries and reveal the true essence of XG.

Kicking off in Japan in February 2026, the tour will trek through Asia, North America, the UK, Europe, Australia, and Latin America.

Presales for the Japanese dates will be available on November 1st through the XG Official Fan Club Alphaz.

XG 2nd World Tour Dates:

Feb 6 – Yokohama, Japan @ K-Arena Yokohama
Feb 7 – Yokohama, Japan @ K-Arena Yokohama
Feb 8 – Yokohama, Japan @ K-Arena Yokohama
Feb 17 – Osaka, Japan @ Osaka-Jo Hall
Feb 18 – Osaka, Japan @ Osaka-Jo Hall
Feb 21 – Nagoya, Japan @ IG Arena
Feb 22 – Nagoya, Japan @ IG Arena
Mar 14 – Fukui, Japan @ Sundome Fukui
Mar 20 – Sendai, Japan @ Miyagi Sekisuiheim Super Arena
Mar 25 – Kobe, Japan @ Glion Arena Kobe
Mar 26 – Kobe, Japan @ Glion Arena Kobe
Apr 4 – Fukuoka, Japan @ Kitakyushu Messe
Apr 5 – Fukuoka, Japan @ Kitakyushu Messe

Heavy Alt-Rock Force The Larches Erupt with Double A-Side Singles “Ego Death” and “The Skin I Live In”

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Heavy Alt-Rock Force The Larches Erupt with Double A-Side Singles “Ego Death” and “The Skin I Live In”

North East heavyweights, THE LARCHES, plant a prominent marker with the release of their explosive new double A-side ‘Ego Death’ and ‘The Skin I Live In’, out now.

With an impassioned and intense heavy alt-rock and sludge metal sound that will resonate with fans of Acid Bath, Queens of the Stone Age, and Deftones, THE LARCHES have earned high praise for their energetic live shows and are quickly building a loyal fanbase across the North of England.

Following on from their 2025 single ‘Equilibrium’, the Teesside teens return with a matured, razor-sharp sound that cements their place as one of the most exciting emerging acts in the UK’s heavy music scene. This new double A-side signals a bold new direction that THE LARCHES are charging toward.

‘Ego Death’ launches with chugging, feedback-laden guitars before erupting into a gut-wrenching growl from frontman Noah Annandale. His commanding vocals soar above relentless drums and a punishing bassline, delivering a track that never lets up. While ‘The Skin I Live In’ opens with a teeth-rattling riff that could sit comfortably on an early Sabbath record. Guitarists Joel Hardwick and Sonny Evans riff in brutal harmony, while Alfie Murphy’s thunderous bassline kicks the track into a sludgy, driving groove. All of it is anchored by the precision drumming of George Moss, culminating in a full-blown sludge metal assault.

An official launch party takes place at Stockton’s Georgian Theatre on Friday 17th October, where the new tracks will get their first full outing onstage. The band are also laying down plans for their debut EP, which is scheduled for early in the year. With more gigs booked across the North East and beyond, THE LARCHES are showing no signs of slowing down.

Rising Country Talent Vincent Mason Gets Candid on New Single “Damned If I Do”

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Rising Country Talent Vincent Mason Gets Candid on New Single “Damned If I Do”

Interscope/MCA Nashville/Music Soup songwriter and artist Vincent Mason turns up the emotional heat this year with his newest release, “Damned If I Do,” available now everywhere. Mason doesn’t just sing about heartbreak; he lives in it, which allows him to curate a song that sounds more like a journal entry than a record.

Written by Vincent with Jacob Hackworth and Lauren Hungate, the trio concoct a country confessional anchored by an unforgettable hook. He continues to carve out his place as one of the most compelling voices in the country music scene.

“Coming off of my first year of touring, I wanted something different musically that I could look forward to playing every night, shares Mason. “I wrote it with Lauren Hungate and Jacob Hackworth, two of my favorite writers in town. This song is one of my favorite moments on the new record, and I’m sure it will be one of my favorites on the road.”

Finnish Metal Titans Battle Beast Ignite a New Era with Explosive Album ‘Steelbound’ and Video for “Twilight Cabaret”

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Finnish Metal Titans Battle Beast Ignite a New Era with Explosive Album ‘Steelbound’ and Video for “Twilight Cabaret”

Finnish heavy metal sensation BATTLE BEAST proudly release their seventh studio album, Steelbound — an electrifying and highly anticipated record that marks a bold new chapter for the band.

With Steelbound, BATTLE BEAST deliver a dynamic mix of power, melody, and attitude. The album roars to life with crushing heavy tracks like ‘Last Goodbye’, flirts with pop brilliance on ‘Angel Of Midnight’, invites everyone to the dance floor with unapologetic party anthems like ‘Here We Are’, and uplifts spirits with the empowering title track ‘Steelbound’.

A thunderous monument of defiance and resilience, Steelbound stands as an earnest battle cry for anyone who has ever been dismissed, diminished, or silenced — and at the same time, it radiates pure positivity and joy. For 38 minutes, fans are invited to throw their worries away, sing, dance, headbang, and do whatever feels right!

To mark this special day, BATTLE BEAST have also unveiled a brand-new music video for ‘Twilight Cabaret’, offering fans another glimpse into the vibrant world of Steelbound.

‘Twilight Cabaret’ marks the next chapter in one of BATTLE BEAST’s most riotous and sharp-edged tales. Almost a decade has passed, and the shadows have only grown deeper.

Set in a world where power corrupts and truth is bent, the song paints a grim vision of rulers who erode justice, control the media, and spread distrust toward knowledge and reason.

“We never set out to play it safe. With Twilight Cabaret, we wanted to cut deeper, both musically and lyrically, with layered lyrics and blending Latin infusions with metal. The result is a theatrical anthem with a sinister twist, and we’re genuinely proud of it. It always felt like a song that had to be written,” says Janne Björkroth, the composer of the song and producer of the album.

And the celebration doesn’t stop there — the band’s European tour kicks off today, October 17th, with a massive show in Hamburg at the legendary Fabrik.

All European tour dates can be found here:
17-Oct-25     Germany, Hamburg – Fabrik
18-Oct-25     Germany, Berlin – Huxleys Neue Welt
19-Oct-25     Netherlands, Eindhoven – Effenaar
21-Oct-25     England, Birmingham – O2 Institute
22-Oct-25     England, Manchester – O2 Ritz
23-Oct-25     England, Bristol – O2 Academy
24-Oct-25     England, London – O2 Shepherd´s Bush Empire
25-Oct-25     France, Paris – Elysee Montmartre
26-Oct-25     France, Toulouse – Bikini Toulouse
28-Oct-25     Spain, Madrid – Sala La Riviera
29-Oct-25     Spain, Barcelona – Sala Apolo
30-Oct-25     France, Lyon – Transbordeur
31-Oct-25     Germany, Filderstadt – FILharmonie
01-Nov-25     Germany, Wiesbaden – Schlachthof
02-Nov-25     Belgium, Antwerp – Trix
04-Nov-25     Germany, Hannover – Capitol
05-Nov-25     Denmark, Roskilde – Gimle
06-Nov-25     Sweden, Huskvarna – Folkets Park
07-Nov-25     Sweden, Gothenburg – Trädgårn
08-Nov-25     Sweden, Stockholm – Fryshuset Arenan
09-Nov-25     Norway, Oslo – Rockefeller Music Hall
28-Nov-25     Germany, Leipzig – Felsenkeller – Ballsaal
29-Nov-25     Germany, Nuremberg, Löwensaal
30-Nov-25     Austria, Vienna – Arena Wien
01-Dec-25     Slovakia, Bratislava – Majestic Music Club
02-Dec-25     Hungary, Budapest – Barba Negra Red Stage
03-Dec-25     Slovenia, Ljubljana – Cvetlicarna d.o.o.
05-Dec-25     Germany, Munich – TonHalle
06-Dec-25     Switzerland, Pratteln – Z7 Konzertfabrik
07-Dec-25     Italy, Trezzo sull’Adda – Live Club
09-Dec-25     Switzerland, Lausanne – Metropole
10-Dec-25     Germany, Saarbrücken – Garage
12-Dec-25     Germany, Oberhausen – Turbinenhalle
13-Dec-25     Czech Republic, Zlin – Sports Hall Datart
14-Dec-25     Poland, Warsaw – Progresja

Finland Tour 2025: 
14-Nov-25     Finland, Oulu – Tullisali 
15-Nov-25     Finland, Helsinki – Icehall 
20-Nov-25     Finland, Turku – Logomo 
21-Nov-25     Finland, Tampere – Nokia Arena

Zac Brown Band Drop Two New Singles, “Hard Run” with Marcus King and “The Sum,” Ahead of Upcoming Album ‘Love & Fear’

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Zac Brown Band Drop Two New Singles, “Hard Run” with Marcus King and “The Sum,” Ahead of Upcoming Album ‘Love & Fear’

Zac Brown Band are keeping the hits coming. The Grammy-winning country-rock collective just released two brand-new singles – “Hard Run” (feat. Marcus King) and “The Sum” – out now everywhere you stream music. Both songs will appear on the band’s highly anticipated new album, ‘Love & Fear,’ arriving December 5.

Following recent collabs like “Let It Run” (feat. Snoop Dogg), “Butterfly” (feat. Dolly Parton) and “I Ain’t Worried About It,” the new tracks show the full spectrum of what makes Zac Brown Band unstoppable. “The Sum” dives deep into the heart of life’s highs and lows, blending rich harmonies with soulful reflection. “Hard Run,” featuring guitar phenom Marcus King, cranks up the Southern rock energy – all grit, groove, and raw emotion.

It’s a perfect preview of what’s to come from Love & Fear – an album that captures every triumph and heartbreak in equal measure.

The band will celebrate the release with an unforgettable launch at Sphere in Las Vegas on Friday, December 5, followed by a string of sold-out dates on December 6, 12, and 13, and January 9 and 10, with newly added shows January 16 and 17.

‘Love & Fear’ arrives December 5. Two songs in, it already sounds like Zac Brown Band’s most powerful statement yet.

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

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

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

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