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Little Steven’s Underground Garage Launches ‘Robbo At The Movies’ Celebrating Rock And Roll Cinema

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Little Steven’s Underground Garage Launches ‘Robbo At The Movies’ Celebrating Rock And Roll Cinema

Little Steven’s Underground Garage, the world’s only 24/7 rock and roll radio format dedicated to the coolest music ever made, announces the launch of a brand new weekly program: ‘Robbo At The Movies’, championing music and movies together, hosted by Robert Cotto of Renegade Nation and Wicked Cool Records. ‘Robbo At The Movies’ celebrates the long love affair between rock and roll and cinema, a relationship that has shaped generations of soundtracks, scenes, and cultural moments. Each week, Rob will explore a different theme: a classic film, a legendary director, an unforgettable actor, or even a television series known for its iconic needle drops.

Cotto shares, “Film and music have always shared a deep connection. After guest hosting an episode of The Underground Garage to promote ‘Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple’, the documentary that I produced, I was blown away when Stevie offered me this opportunity to develop a show about two of my greatest passions: cinema and rock and roll. Being part of telling Stevie’s story was one dream come true. Getting to join The Underground Garage in this capacity is another, something I’ve fantasized about since the show first hit the airwaves more than twenty years ago.” Van Zandt adds, “We’ve been searching for the perfect guy to do a movie show and we finally found him. We’ve been celebrating cool films in my short vocal breaks all along, but now there will be an entire weekly show dedicated to them. I can’t wait.” Each episode dives into how rock and roll has elevated film and television storytelling, from the rebellious energy of the ’50s and the anthemic sounds of the ’70s to today’s most impactful cultural touchstones. Robert Cotto is a Grammy-nominated filmmaker, producer, writer, and longtime member of the Renegade Nation and Wicked Cool Records family who co-produced the documentary ‘Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple’, which was nominated for Best Music Film at The 67th Annual Grammy Awards.

Paul Anka Shares “Let Me Try Again” From Upcoming Album ‘INSPIRATIONS OF LIFE AND LOVE’

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Paul Anka Shares “Let Me Try Again” From Upcoming Album ‘INSPIRATIONS OF LIFE AND LOVE’

Music legend Paul Anka shares his new track “Let Me Try Again”, the second preview from his forthcoming studio album ‘INSPIRATIONS OF LIFE AND LOVE’, out February 13 on Green Hill Music and Sun Label Group. Written by Anka, Sammy Cahn, Michel Jourdan and Caravelli, “Let Me Try Again” was first released in 1973 as a recording by his friend and mentor Frank Sinatra, and later by Anka himself in 1989 on his album ‘SOMEBODY LOVES YOU’. The only artist in history to have a song in the Billboard Top 100 during seven consecutive decades, Paul Anka cemented his legacy as one of the greatest songwriters of all time early in his career but continues to write, record and tour.

‘INSPIRATIONS OF LIFE AND LOVE’ arrives just ahead of Valentine’s Day and features Anka’s unmatched songwriting in a lushly orchestrated album available physically in both vinyl and CD as well as digitally via Dolby Atmos. Anka famously wrote hits for iconic artists including Frank Sinatra, Connie Francis, Fifth Dimension, Tom Jones, Engelbert Humperdinck, Donna Fargo, Barbara Streisand, Donny Osmond, Michael Jackson, Michael McDonald and Doobie Brothers, Kenny Loggins, Sammy Davis Jr., Andy Williams, Drake, and Buddy Holly. The new album was recorded mainly in Anka’s home studio in California, with symphony orchestra accompaniment recorded in Budapest. The release comes following Anka’s highly acclaimed documentary film ‘Paul Anka: His Way’, which premiered at last year’s TIFF to great reception. Anka will be honored in December by the Los Angeles Press Club with their 2025 Legend Award which honors an individual within the entertainment industry for their venerable contributions to the industry and to society.

Jenna Raine Returns With Americana Single “Just 15” About Forgiving Youthful Mistakes And Growing Up

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Jenna Raine Returns With Americana Single “Just 15” About Forgiving Youthful Mistakes And Growing Up

Emerging artist Jenna Raine returns with her immensely relatable new single “Just 15”, out now via Warner Records. With an open heart and generous spirit, the sweeping Americana song is all about forgiving ourselves and each other for the choices we made when we were young and figuring it out. The track opens with spare guitar and quiet intimacy as Jenna sings about visiting her childhood house on Christmas break, making insecurities come out. As the instrumentation opens up to include sprawling pedal steel, twinkling banjo, and a powerful rhythm section, she leads listeners into the light with healing words about giving yourself grace.

Jenna shares, “Just 15 is about me going home to Texas and being reminded of all the mistakes and insecurities I had growing up. I think back on the times I hurt friends, argued with my parents, and tried too hard to fit in, and I still feel some of that guilt. But writing this song was my way of forgiving my younger self and remembering that I wasn’t mean, I was just 15 and still figuring life out.”

David Guetta And HYPATON Turn RAYE Hit Into Festival Anthem With “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!” Remix

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David Guetta And HYPATON Turn RAYE Hit Into Festival Anthem With “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!” Remix

David Guetta and rising superstar HYPATON join forces for their highly anticipated viral remix of RAYE’s trending hit “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!”. Answering demands for an official release, the dynamic duo amplify the fire of the original track, turning the heat up for mainstream electronic music crowds. Curating an uplifting festival-friendly anthem, punchy piano notes combine with stadium-sized synths designed to make crowds jump in unison.

Starting life as a social media clip posted by HYPATON, the track snippet spread like wildfire, becoming one of the pair’s most anticipated releases in recent months. Capturing the attention of close to 10 million fans online and top brands such as Bose and GAP, the calls for official release demanded to be heard. Italian DJ and producer HYPATON has firmly positioned himself as one to watch, collaborating with and remixing rising names and industry tastemakers such as BL3SS, casso, Chocolate Puma, and Henri PFR alongside numerous releases with 2x GRAMMY Award winner David Guetta. Commanding crowds at top clubs including Hï Ibiza, Ushuaïa and UNVRS, HYPATON is going straight to the top.

Return To Dust Drop Music Video For Gritty Single “New Religion” With Desert Performance

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Return To Dust Drop Music Video For Gritty Single “New Religion” With Desert Performance

Return To Dust share a music video for their recently released single, the gloomy and gritty “New Religion”. Musically, “New Religion” is an all-out riff fest, and the accompanying visual will ruffle more than a few feathers like any down and dirty rock band and their music should. The video finds the band knuckling down on their instruments in the desert, juxtaposed with a dark twist on religious imagery and iconography. Heads will turn and heads will roll. “We are born into expectations about what our life should and shouldn’t be,” the band says about the song’s deeper meaning. “If you let them influence you without resistance, you’re no better off than a frog slowly boiling to death in a pot of water.”

Sabrina Impacciatore Leads Milan Cortina Opening Ceremony Segment Celebrating Olympic History

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Sabrina Impacciatore Leads Milan Cortina Opening Ceremony Segment Celebrating Olympic History

Italian actress Sabrina Impacciatore led a major segment of the Opening Ceremony at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics on Friday night, guiding viewers through a century of Winter Games history. Her performance combined music, movement, and costume changes to reflect the evolution of Olympic sport, style, and culture from the 1920s to the present day.

The segment unfolded as a time-spanning medley, featuring visual callbacks to vintage winter equipment and period fashion, alongside contemporary choreography. Impacciatore appeared in a series of outfits, including a metallic silver-and-gold ensemble, anchoring the sequence with a performance that paid tribute to both the Olympic legacy and her Italian heritage.

Impacciatore is widely known internationally for her Emmy-nominated role as Valentina in the second season of ‘The White Lotus’. More recently, she has appeared as Esmeralda Grand in the mockumentary series ‘The Paper’. Her background in dance, music, and live performance dates back to Italian television in the late 1980s, where she first gained recognition as a variety show performer.

The Opening Ceremony performance marked a high-profile cultural moment within the Games, blending entertainment with historical reflection. By placing Impacciatore at the center of the segment, the ceremony highlighted Italy’s contributions to performance and storytelling while setting an artistic tone for the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.

Lil Jon Confirms Death Of Son Nathan Smith After Search Near Atlanta

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Lil Jon Confirms Death Of Son Nathan Smith After Search Near Atlanta

News confirmed late Friday brings a heavy moment to the music community. Lil Jon announced the death of his son, Nathan Smith, after authorities recovered a body from a pond near the family’s home north of Atlanta. Smith had been reported missing earlier in the week after leaving his residence under unusual circumstances, according to police.

Nathan Smith, 27, was known professionally as DJ Young Slade. He was a music producer, artist, and engineer, and a graduate of New York University. Police said multiple agencies were involved in the search before divers located the body. Officials stated there is currently no indication of foul play, though the investigation remains open pending confirmation from the medical examiner.

In a joint statement, Lil Jon and Smith’s mother expressed their heartbreak and thanked those who assisted in the search. Lil Jon described his son as deeply kind, caring, and passionate, emphasizing both his talent and the love he shared with family and friends. Messages of support have continued to arrive from across the music world.

For an artist whose career has been built on energy and celebration, this moment is marked by quiet grief. Beyond public recognition, this is a family mourning a son and a creative life cut short. Today, attention turns away from noise and toward remembrance, compassion, and respect for those left behind.

10 Songs Everyone Calls By The Chorus

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10 Songs Everyone Calls By The Chorus

Some songs are so chorus-heavy that the hook becomes their identity. A single line takes over radio requests, casual conversations, and search bars, quietly replacing the official title in pop culture memory. These tracks prove how powerful a chorus can be.

“Absolutely (Story of a Girl)” by Nine Days
Most people think this song is called “Story of a Girl” because the chorus spells it out plainly. The word “Absolutely” barely registers next to that opening hook.

“Baba O’Riley” by The Who
Nearly everyone calls this song “Teenage Wasteland” because the chorus feels like a declaration. The actual title never appears in the lyrics, which does it no favors.

“Bring Me to Life” by Evanescence
The shouted chorus line became the shorthand name instantly. Emotional urgency tends to win over formal titles.

“Bullet with Butterfly Wings” by The Smashing Pumpkins
People often think it is called “Despite All My Rage” because the opening line is unforgettable. That first lyric became a cultural quote.

“Escape” by Rupert Holmes
Almost universally known as “The Piña Colada Song” thanks to the chorus. Listener requests forced the nickname into common use.

“For What It’s Worth” by Buffalo Springfield
Many assume the song is called “Stop, Hey, What’s That Sound”. The chorus phrase became synonymous with protest-era imagery.

“Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” by Green Day
The emotional chorus phrase overshadowed the original title. Even the band eventually embraced the alternate name in parentheses.

“I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” by The Proclaimers
Often called “500 Miles” or “I Would Walk 500 Miles”. The chorus repeats the distance so often it feels like the only title that matters.

“Song 2” by Blur
Most people call it “Woo-Hoo” because that is all the chorus gives them. Two syllables were enough to rename a hit.

“Tubthumping” by Chumbawamba
Commonly known as “I Get Knocked Down” because the chorus states it repeatedly. The actual title rarely enters the conversation.

Split Enz Celebrate 50 Years With ‘ENZyclopedia Volumes One & Two’ Archival Box Set

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Split Enz Celebrate 50 Years With ‘ENZyclopedia Volumes One & Two’ Archival Box Set

Split Enz celebrate the 50th anniversary of their groundbreaking debut ‘Mental Notes’ with ‘ENZyclopedia Volumes One & Two’, a comprehensive archival project presenting a tribute to New Zealand’s most visionary and influential band. Formed in 1972 in Auckland, New Zealand, Split Enz were, and remain, utterly unique. As the first band from New Zealand to achieve major success beyond the Southern Hemisphere, they blazed a trail with a sound and style entirely their own. Evolving from folk-inspired beginnings into a fusion of art-rock, new wave, and theatrical performance, Split Enz didn’t just follow trends, they genuinely created them. The deluxe 5-CD box set, also available as a 3-LP plus Blu-Ray edition, has been curated in close collaboration with the band and offers an in-depth look at their formative years.

CD1 features a 2025 remaster by Phil Kinrade at AIR Studios from the original master tapes of the band’s 1975 debut ‘Mental Notes’. Disc two has a brand new remix of ‘Second Thoughts’ by the band’s Eddie Rayner, which was recorded at Basing Street Studios in London with Roxy Music’s Phil Manzanera while Bob Marley and The Wailers were making ‘Exodus’ in the downstairs studio. CD3 has a remastered version of the original mix of ‘Second Thoughts’. The penultimate disc collects together the band’s earliest singles and rare tracks from their formative years. Disc five, ‘Wide Angle Enz’, is an archive of unreleased and rare material, including never-before-heard live recordings from the 1975 Ormond Hall show and rough mixes from the ‘Second Thoughts’ sessions, recently uncovered in the Chrysalis archives. The five-disc set is housed in a tri-fold sleeve within a rigid slipcase, complete with an obi-strip and a lavish 40-page booklet featuring previously unpublished photographs, rare memorabilia, and in-depth commentary from Tim Finn, Eddie Rayner, Wally Wilkinson, Mike Chunn, and Phil Manzanera.

Lead singer Tim Finn shares: “Mental Notes was an album we carried around in our heads and hearts for a few years before we actually got the chance to make it. Phil and I had imagined epic and luxurious soundscapes that would stand alongside the masterpieces from the sixties we had fallen in love with in our most impressionable years, far removed in a land at the bottom of the world. Which is why, thinking we had fallen short, we tried to make our first album twice. Once in Sydney and again in London in 1976. So the real Mental Notes is still hovering somewhere between two records, never to be fully realised. However, nowadays I can hear beauty in the flaws, and completeness in the imperfections.” Of the task of remixing tracks from the mid-70s, keyboard player Eddie Rayner says, “The original 1976 mixes always felt right to me, no need to touch them. But in early 2025, while sifting through digital transfers from the Chrysalis archives, the sessions quietly called to me and curiosity got the better of me. Hearing the raw tracks again, I was hit by how inventive and fearless the arrangements were, and how good the band actually was.”

Split Enz announced they will reunite for their first tour in nearly 20 years on the Forever Enz Tour. The live lineup will feature Tim Finn, Neil Finn, Eddie Rayner and Noel Crombie plus Matt Eccles on drums and James Milne on bass. The Forever Enz Tour commences on May 13 at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne followed by ICC Theatre in Sydney on May 18, RAC Arena in Perth on May 22 and concluding on May 25 at Adelaide Entertainment Centre. Split Enz will also headline at Bluesfest 2026.

Bryce Vine Reimagines Goldfinger Classic With “Superman” Featuring Tony Hawk And John Feldmann

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Bryce Vine Reimagines Goldfinger Classic With “Superman” Featuring Tony Hawk And John Feldmann

Bryce Vine unleashes a high-energy, fresh spin on Goldfinger’s iconic single “Superman (feat. Tony Hawk & Goldfinger)”, out via Big Noise Music Group and distributed through Virgin Music. The track follows his recent releases “Yea, Yea, Yea” and “Still Want You”, and showcases Bryce’s effortless fusion of multiple musical styles with a fresh, nostalgic pop-punk edge. A bold reimagining of Goldfinger’s classic “Superman”, the song captures everything fans love about the ska-punk revival: massive hooks with an unapologetic rush of energy and a nostalgic nod to skate culture’s golden era.

Produced by legendary hitmaker and Goldfinger frontman John Feldmann, the track expertly fuses his signature production with Bryce Vine’s modern sensibility. Featuring an unexpected yet perfectly fitting guest appearance from Tony Hawk, the track blurs the line between past and present, celebrating the reckless freedom and spirit that defined a generation. For Bryce Vine, the original “Superman” was more than just a song. It was a gateway into punk and ska, first discovered on the iconic Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater soundtrack that helped shape his youth. Bryce adds, “Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater was everything for us early-2000s kids. The soundtrack was like a secret mixtape that shaped a whole generation of musicians, I was one of them. The first time I heard ‘Superman’, it pulled me straight into ska and punk. Fast-forward years later, I’m in the studio with John Feldmann asking if he’d want to produce a cover of his own track. He’s like ‘Hell yeah. We should get Tony Hawk to feature.’ Wild how stuff comes full circle.” Feldmann shares, “I can’t wait for everyone to hear our version of the Goldfinger song ‘Superman’ featuring Tony Hawk. Gonna be RAD.”

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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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