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Staind Announce Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour Featuring Seether With Special Guests Hoobstank And Hinder

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Staind Announce Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour Featuring Seether With Special Guests Hoobstank And Hinder

Multi-platinum rock band Staind today announced their highly anticipated Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour, celebrating the groundbreaking album that cemented their place in rock history. The 25 date trek will feature Seether as direct support, with special guests Hoobastank and Hinder as openers, bringing together four defining forces of modern rock for one massive run this fall.

Produced by Live Nation, the Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour will kick off in September and make stops across major amphitheaters and arenas in the U.S. and Canada, concluding in Dallas, TX.

Formed in 1995 Staind recorded and released eight studio albums with their most notable being in 2001 with Break The Cycle, an RIAA certified 5 times platinum album that produced a top-five Billboard Hot  100 with their massive hit “It’s Been Awhile.” The single was one of the most played songs in modern rock radio history spending 20 weeks at number 1. Several of their other hits also topped the Billboard 200 including “Fade”, “For You”, “Prince to Pay”, “So Far Away” and “Right Here”.  In 2019, after a five year hiatus, STAIND reunited for unforgettable festival performances and a hometown reunion show that was recorded for the album Live : It’s Been Awhile. The band has been called one of the defining bands of the post Grunge movement securing awards including Billboard Music Awards the MTV Video Music Awards among others.

Staind founding member, Aaron Lewis, shared, “25 years later to be touring, celebrating this album and bringing our music to our fans near and far is something really special. I’m looking forward to going out with these guys. It’s like one big family reunion!”

Staind guitarist, Mike Mushok said, “Hard to believe it’s been 25 years. I look back on those times as one of the highlights of my career and feel very fortunate to still be doing this.  I look forward to hitting the road and celebrating with good friends what was a career defining album for us. I hope you can join us on this celebration.”

Tickets will be available starting with Artist and Citi presales beginning Wednesday, February 4 at 10:00am local time. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning Friday, February 6 at 10:00am local time at LiveNation.com. Additional information about the tour, additional dates and information about the band can be found on staindofficial.com

Citi is the official card of the Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Wednesday, February 4 at 10:00am local time until Thursday, February 5 at 10:00pm local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details, visit www.citientertainment.com.

STAIND is comprised of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Aaron Lewis, lead guitarist Mike Mushok, bassist and backing vocalist Johnny April, and drummer Sal Giancarelli. The band was formed in 1995 in their hometown of Springfield, Massachusetts. Over the course of their career, the band has released seven studio albums and eight Top 10 singles, selling over 15 million albums worldwide. Their most notable album Break The Cycle, released in 2001, an RIAA certified 5x platinum, featured the anthemic single, “It’s Been Awhile,” one of the most played songs in modern rock radio history, spending 20 weeks at Number 1. In 2019 after a five-year hiatus, STAIND reunited for some unforgettable festival performances, and a hometown reunion show that was recorded for the album Live: It’s Been Awhile. In September 2023, STAIND released their eighth studio album and first in twelve years, Confessions Of The Fallen, which reached #1 on Billboard’s Active Rock Album chart. The debut single from the album, “Lowest In Me”,and the second single, “Here and Now”, both reached #1 on the Active Rock Chart. One year later in September 2024, STAIND digitally released Confessions Of The Fallen (Deluxe) that contained three additional songs including “Better Days feat. DOROTHY”, a radio version of the album track, and “Full of Emptiness”. Staind returned to the studio in 2025 to start work on their eighth studio album. In 2026, Staind will support the 25th anniversary for Break The Cycle with a massive Live Nation US Tour with support from Hoobastank, and Hinder.

BREAK THE CYCLE 25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR DATES:

+ Tour dates with Seether as direct support, and special guests Hoobastank, and Hinder as openers.

* This tour date features Staind, Seether, and Hinder only.

& Support TBD

^ Not a Live Nation date

~ Festival date

Thu May 07 | Daytona Beach, FL | Daytona International Speedway ~ ^

Sat May 09 | Biloxi, MS | Mississippi Coast Coliseum ~

Sun May 10 | Dothan, AL | Dothan Civic Center

Fri May 15 | Columbus, OH | Historic Crew Stadium ~ ^

Sat May 16 | St. Louis, MO | Venue TBA ~

Sun Jul 26 | Anderson, SC | Anderson Sports & Entertainment Center ~ ^

Tue Sep 08 | Atlanta, GA | Lakewood Amphitheatre +

Thu Sep 10 | Charlotte, NC | Truliant Amphitheater +

Fri Sep 11 | Raleigh, NC | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek +

Sun Sep 13 | Virginia Beach, VA | Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater +

Mon Sep 14 | Wantagh, NY | Northwell at Jones Beach Theater +

Wed Sep 16 | Camden, NJ | Freedom Mortgage Pavilion +

Fri Sep 18 | Mansfield, MA | Xfinity Center +

Sat Sep 19 | Darien Center, NY | Darien Lake Amphitheater +

Mon Sep 21 | Toronto, ON | RBC Amphitheatre +

Wed Sep 23 | Tinley Park, IL | Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre *

Thu Sep 24 | Shakopee, MN | Mystic Lake Amphitheater  +

Sat Sep 26 | Noblesville, IN | Ruoff Music Center +

Sun Sep 27 | Clarkston, MI | Pine Knob Music Theatre +

Tue Sep 29 | Franklin, TN | FirstBank Amphitheater +

Thu Oct 01 | Ridgedale, MO | Thunder Ridge Nature Arena +

Sat Oct 03 | Thackerville, OK | Lucas Oil Live & ^

Wed Oct 07 | Salt Lake City, UT | Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre +

Fri Oct 09 | Wheatland, CA | Toyota Amphitheatre +

Sat Oct 10 | Ontario, CA | Toyota Arena +

Tue Oct 13 | Phoenix, AZ | Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre +

Wed Oct 14 | Albuquerque, NM | Isleta Amphitheater +

Fri Oct 16 | Tulsa, OK | BOK Center +

Sat Oct 17 | Houston, TX | The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Sponsored by Huntsman +

Mon Oct 19 | Austin, TX | Moody Center +

Langhorne Slim Shares “What The F**K Is Going On” Video Ahead Of Album Release Tour

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Langhorne Slim Shares “What The F**K Is Going On” Video Ahead Of Album Release Tour

Langhorne Slim has shared a new performance video of his unreleased song “What The F**k Is Going On”, directed by Steve Jawn and The 10:10 Creative. The release follows Slim’s recent appearance on The Daily Show, where he performed a special bonus rendition of his poignant sing-along “We The People (Fuck The Man)”. During release week, Slim visited The Daily Show where he performed his single “Rock N Roll” and was interviewed by host Jordan Klepper. He also appeared on Rolling Stone’s Nashville Now podcast and NPR’s Weekend Edition. On January 16, Slim released his critically acclaimed ninth studio album ‘The Dreamin’ Kind’ via Dualtone Records, produced by Greta Van Fleet’s Sam F. Kiszka, who also plays across the album alongside his bandmate Daniel Wagner.

On February 5, Langhorne Slim kicks off a nationwide US headline tour in Atlanta, followed by shows in Washington D.C., Brooklyn, Boston, Chicago, Austin, Los Angeles, Seattle, Denver and many more. Rolling Stone called the album “The acoustic troubadour plugs in and cranks up the amp,” while No Depression noted Slim “reach[es] a new milestone, revamping his MO without sacrificing the essentials.” Paste Magazine declared “There ain’t no rest for the wicked on ‘The Dreamin’ Kind’, and Langhorne Slim sounds like a new man,” with Glide Magazine praising it as “a warping 12-song album that balances Slim’s newfound left-field tendencies with blissful acoustics.”

Tour Dates:

02/05 – Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West

02/06 – Charlotte, NC @ Neighborhood Theatre

02/07 – Asheville, NC @ The Grey Eagle Music Hall

02/10 – Charleston, SC @ Music Farm

02/11 – Carrboro, NC @ Cat’s Cradle

02/13 – Charlottesville, VA @ Jefferson Theater

02/14 – Washington, DC @ The Atlantis

02/15 – Ardmore, PA @ Ardmore Music Hall

02/17 – Brooklyn, NY @ Music Hall of Williamsburg

02/19 – Boston, MA @ The Sinclair

02/20 – Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground Showcase Lounge

02/21 – Northampton, MA @ Iron Horse Music Hall

02/23 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Thunderbird Cafe and Music Hall

02/24 – Columbus, OH @ Skully’s

02/25 – Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall

02/27 – Indianapolis, IN @ HI-FI

02/28 – Nashville, TN @ The Basement East

04/09 – St. Louis, MO @ Off Broadway

04/10 – Fayetteville, AR @ George’s Majestic Lounge

04/11 – Dallas, TX @ Sons of Hermann Hall

04/13 – Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall – Downstairs

04/14 – Austin, TX @ Antone’s Nightclub

04/17 – Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom

04/18 – Solana Beach, CA @ Belly Up

04/20 – Los Angeles, CA @ Troubadour

04/22 – San Francisco, CA @ The Independent

04/24 – Portland, OR @ Wonder Ballroom

04/25 – Seattle, WA @ The Crocodile

04/26 – Vancouver, BC @ Hollywood Theatre

04/28 – Missoula, MT @ Top Hat Lounge

04/29 – Bozeman, MT @ The ELM

05/01 – Fort Collins, CO @ Aggie Theatre

05/02 – Denver, CO @ Bluebird Theater

Swedish Engineer Mattias Krantz Creates Electric Guitar With Magnetically Hovering Strings

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Swedish Engineer Mattias Krantz Creates Electric Guitar With Magnetically Hovering Strings

Swedish engineering musician Mattias Krantz has built a see-through electric guitar where the strings float above the body, held in place by powerful magnets rather than traditional attachments. The concept emerged from a simple experiment tying magnets to guitar string ends, which evolved into a fully functional instrument after testing various magnet configurations to achieve the right sound and playability.

Jessie Ware Announces New Album ‘Superbloom’ Out April 10

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Jessie Ware Announces New Album ‘Superbloom’ Out April 10

Jessie Ware returns with her new album ‘Superbloom’ – the crescendo of her latest era out 10th April via Island EMI Records.

Superbloom’ erupts into a glittering rush of Studio 54-inflected groove-pop. Expanding Ware’s increasingly euphoric body of work as she explores our shared craving for touch, pleasure, intimacy and connection.

The album features recent single ‘I Could Get Used To This’, hailed as her “ultimate entry into divahood” and the first track to fully capture the record’s assured, expansive spirit, carried by cascading strings and a sense of full-bodied release. Ware explains of the album: “Since ‘What’s Your Pleasure?’ I’ve been trying out this fantasy world and escapism. I’m not the most by-the-book ‘pop star’, but I do like to play with dress-up, glamour, and fun, While I love dance music, I wanted to dig deeper with this record; to connect with real relationships and appreciate the love I have, and the fears I have of losing it.”

Continuing a practice she’s upheld since 2020, Ware A&R’d the record herself, firmly maintaining creative control. Alongside Ford, she collaborated with Barney Lister, Karma Kid, Jon Shave (Charli XCX), and Stuart Price, while Ben Baptie (Sault, Little Simz, Adele) mixed the album. The record arrives almost three years after Ware’s critically acclaimed ‘That! Feels Good!’, which debuted at No. 3 on the Official UK Albums Chart and marked her highest-ever entry on the US Top Album Sales chart. The album was widely praised by The Guardian, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, NME, USA Today and more, and cemented Ware’s position as one of the most vital voices in contemporary pop.

From landmark live moments at Glastonbury, Primavera and the British Fashion Awards, to the runaway success of singles including ‘Free Yourself’, ‘Pearls’ and ‘Begin Again’. That momentum carries forward here, but with a renewed clarity of purpose.

‘Superbloom’ goes beyond celebrating pleasure, framing it as something earned, intentional, and transformative. This is Jessie Ware in full bloom.

Wale Drops Music Video For “Watching Us” Featuring Leon Thomas

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Wale Drops Music Video For “Watching Us” Featuring Leon Thomas

Multi-platinum rapper Wale has dropped the official music video for “Watching Us” featuring Leon Thomas. Originally arriving in November 2025 via Def Jam Recordings, “Watching Us” emerged as a standout from Wale’s eighth studio album ‘everything is a lot.’, instantly cementing its status as a critic and fan favorite. The song’s romantic vibe is anchored by a nostalgic sample of Goapele’s classic song “Closer”, providing the perfect canvas for Wale’s introspective lyricism and Leon Thomas’s buttery vocals. Directed by Hidji, the cinematic visual juxtaposes the stillness of relationship intimacy at home with the glare of the nightlife scene, capturing the complexities of maintaining a private connection while in the public eye.

With Leon Thomas fresh off his two Grammy wins at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards and Wale continuing to cement his status as one of hip-hop’s greatest storytellers, the music video serves as a victory lap for two of music’s most essential voices. Upon its initial release, “Watching Us” was met with fan love and critical acclaim, with Complex calling the track “a cuffing anthem that reimagines Goapele’s classic and could rank among Wale’s greatest hits,” and VICE declaring it “a vibe-heavy romantic tune… that you will definitely want to add to your date night playlist.” The track showcases why Wale has been one of rap’s most versatile and enduring artists since his breakout 2008 mixtape ‘A Mixtape About Nothing’.

Wale has blended striking social commentary, confident lyricism, and anthemic storytelling throughout his career, helping merge backpack rap with mainstream success and earning Platinum and Gold plaques along the way. Born Olubowale Victor Akintimehin to Nigerian immigrant parents in Washington, D.C., he pursued football in college before shifting to music. After aligning with Rick Ross’ MMG, he delivered Platinum hits like “Lotus Flower Bomb” and “My P.Y.T.”, proving his staying power across albums including ‘Attention Deficit’, ‘Ambition’, ‘The Gifted’, and ‘The Album About Nothing’. Following a brief hiatus after ‘Folarin II’ in 2019, Wale returned in 2023 with a new deal at Def Jam, a number one Nigerian hit, and a Kennedy Center headline show celebrating ‘The Gifted’.

With ‘everything is a lot.’ representing his highly anticipated eighth album, Wale continues his next chapter as one of hip-hop’s greatest writers. The “Watching Us” video arrives as another testament to his ability to craft songs that resonate both critically and commercially while maintaining the nuanced perspective that has defined his career. The visual proves that nearly two decades into his career, Wale remains one of rap’s most compelling voices.

Are Music TV Channels Still Popular Among Albanian Viewers in Europe?

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By Mitch Rice

When Albanian families in Europe settle into their weekly routines, music often plays a subtle but consistent role. It might be playing in the background during dinner prep, accompanying weekend conversations, or setting the tone for a relaxed evening at home. In that context, the question of whether music television channels still hold appeal may seem straightforward, but the answer reveals deeper patterns in how audiences connect with culture, identity, and shared viewing moments far from home.

A Legacy of Music on Albanian Screens

Albanian television (shkarko tv shqip) has a varied history of music programming. Channels dedicated to music have existed for years and traditionally broadcast a mix of Albanian-language music videos, concerts, and artist features to audiences within Albania and, via satellite, across parts of Europe. These channels helped shape how viewers encountered both contemporary pop and regional sounds, including folk and dance music.

At the same time, general entertainment channels have long woven music into their programming through variety shows, annual festivals like Summer Fest, and performance segments that showcase rising artists or established performers. Events such as Summer Fest have been broadcast to wide audiences, bringing live concert experiences into living rooms and reinforcing the place of music within the national television culture.

Changing Consumption Patterns in Europe

Across Europe, television itself remains an important medium. According to the European Audiovisual Observatory, more than three-quarters of audiovisual media services in the region are traditional linear TV channels, even as on-demand services continue to grow. Average television viewing time in Europe has stayed steady at around three and a half hours per day, with scheduled channels continuing to draw meaningful audiences.

For Albanian viewers in Europe, music channels available through platforms like NimiTV (shiko tv shqip) are part of that broader landscape of available content. NimiTV’s curated lineup includes dozens of music-focused channels alongside news, movies, and entertainment, tailored to preserve cultural connection while offering choice.

But the broader European trend shows that music consumption itself has been shifting. Globally and in Europe, music streaming platforms are expanding rapidly, driven by smartphone use, affordable data plans, and personalized listening experiences. Generation Z and millennial listeners increasingly choose curated playlists and on-demand streams over traditional broadcast.

This does not mean music television no longer matters, but it does change the way channels are experienced. Rather than being the primary way viewers find new music, TV music channels increasingly complement other formats, offering curated blocks of songs, live performance specials, and genre-specific programming that align with tastes shaped online but enjoyed in shared spaces.

Where Music Channels Still Shine

Among Albanian audiences in Europe, particularly older viewers or those with a strong attachment to traditional media habits, music TV remains appealing for several reasons:

  • Cultural continuity: Music is deeply tied to identity and memory. Hearing familiar songs with Albanian lyrics or seeing a beloved performer on screen can evoke a sense of connection in ways that purely audio experiences do not. For families juggling multiple languages and cultures, this matters.
  • Shared viewing moments: Unlike individual streaming, music TV channels can create moments where multiple generations watch together or comment on programming at shared times. This reinforces family routines and discussions around favorites, festivals, or artist features.
  • Ease of access: When music content is included alongside other beloved programming on a single platform, it becomes part of a broader media ecosystem that families are already tuned into.

This pattern reflects broader media behavior where viewers layer media experiences rather than replace them entirely. For many households across Europe, this is where services like NimiTV – the largest and most trusted Albanian media platform in Europe – fit naturally, bringing music channels together with news, entertainment, and cultural programming in one place, without requiring families to choose between tradition and modern viewing habits.

Music Channels in the Era of Digital Competition

It’s important to acknowledge broader shifts in music consumption. Major global music brands that once dominated linear television, such as MTV’s various music channels in the UK and Europe, have been closing or scaling back operations in recent years as audiences pivot toward digital platforms like YouTube and streaming services. This trend underscores that traditional music television faces competition from formats built for individual choice rather than scheduled broadcast.

Yet for Albanian viewers in Europe, including households with multi-screen habits and shared media use, music TV channels still occupy a space that is distinct from both broadcast news and on-demand binge viewing. They offer a curated experience where music culture is mixed with cultural context, language, and community identity.

A Hybrid Viewing Culture

The evidence suggests that music television channels have not disappeared among Albanian diaspora viewers in Europe. Instead, they coexist with newer listening habits, streaming platforms, and on-demand music access. Channels that showcase familiar songs, live performances, artist features, and music-centric shows continue to contribute to a textured viewing landscape that balances heritage and modernity.

In this blended media world, music TV channels matter not only because of what they play, but because of the cultural space they occupy in family routines, conversations, and shared moments. They remain part of how music and memory travel across borders.

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

Jamey Johnson Releases Poignant New Single “More Of What Matters”

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Jamey Johnson Releases Poignant New Single “More Of What Matters”

Jamey Johnson releases “More Of What Matters,” a powerful and poetic reminder of what’s truly important in life.

Produced by The Kent Hardly Playboys, Johnson co-wrote the song in 2007 with Keith Follese and Jon Stone and had been saving it for just the right moment. That moment is now, and Johnson’s vocal delivery reflects his fresh insights from maturity, life experience and wisdom.

“Back then, I wrote that from the perspective of somebody who needed to find more things that matter,” Johnson says. “Looking back on a perspective of 20 years down the road, that guy was naive and didn’t know the gravity of what he was writing. At this age, it hits home. It’s time. 


“(The Mavericks’) Raul Malo was a dear friend and passed away at 60,” he says. “There’s a clock ticking on my life too, and I don’t know when it will be over. I’ve got to reset my priorities and do what is important to me or I will be a life unlived. I don’t want to be too busy and distracted on the road to forget the things that really matter.”

The lyrics include,
Well, I woke up one morning with everything I own around me
I had a pocket full of money and a cold and empty heart.
I spent a lifetime chasing rainbows, watching life go by through windows
And I bet a rich man’s fortune on this worthless house and cars.
It took me way too long to find that the best things in life are free, 
And the rest ain’t worth a dime.
I need more of what matters every moment that I have it
‘Cause it’s all that you take with you when you go.
If spinning wheels and climbing ladders is all there is, well then I’d rather 
Go to heaven emptyhanded, knowing that I got it right. 
I need more of what matters, more of what really matters in my life.

“At that time, it was an awareness of what happens in our business,” Johnson says. “Those lines came to me, Keith and Jon in that writing room in a very honest way. That was exactly where I was at the time, looking around and recognizing, man, you can chase that star forever and never catch anything that was worth a dime.” 

This is a message Johnson now heeds in his own life. He spent the last two decades of his life on tour, taking him away from his home and family much of the year. He married attorney Brittney Eakins in 2025 and remains determined to keep his priorities in check.

“Now there’s a big part of me that wants to come home and focus on that for a while. I’m still going to tour, but I’m not going to do it so much, and not let it take me as much from home.”

Johnson originally recorded the song in 2007 and intended on including it on his critically acclaimed 2008 album called That Lonesome Song, which was certified 2x-platinum.

“I’m not really sure why I didn’t, but I’m glad now that I didn’t so that I still have it to release today,” says Johnson, who re-recorded a new version of the song for this release. “But I guess at the time I was focusing on something else. 

“Lonesome Song and Guitar Song both did really well. I’m not sure that song would’ve fit either album at the time, as far as its content and message. It really fits now for sure.”

This marks the start of a new year full of new music from Johnson, who joins Kris Kristofferson as the only two writers to have won both the Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music Association Song of the Year Award twice in the same year, with Johnson winning for “In Color” and “Give It Away.” 

This continues his collaboration with Warner Records Nashville and his own Big Gassed Records, which began with Midnight Gasoline in 2024. That album, his first new album of solo material in 14 years, was ranked No. 4 on Billboard’s list of Top Country Albums of 2024.

Since releasing Midnight Gasoline, Johnson has written and recorded more than 50 songs at the Cash Cabin studios in Hendersonville, Tenn. While he has performed a few of these new songs during his tour, he will release many recorded versions throughout this year.

“I’ve been hearing people say for the longest time, ‘I wish you’d put out new music,’” he says. “Well, here goes!” 

Award-winning singer/songwriter Jamey Johnson has served as country music’s north star for nearly two decades, inspiring a generation of artists with his unforgettable albums that have built a bridge connecting traditional country with the music of today.

The 10-time GRAMMY nominee has been called “one of the greatest country singers of our time,” by The Washington Post. As rock legend Don Henley says, Johnson is “the nearest thing” we have to late country icon George Jones. His music has garnered international acclaim and is embraced by fans of classic and contemporary country, as well as Americana and mainstream rock.

The Grand Ole Opry member is also widely regarded as one of the greatest country songwriters of his generation. He is one of only two people in the history of country music (along with Kris Kristofferson) to win two Song of the Year awards in the same year – for “Give It Away” and “In Color” – from the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association.

Atreyu Releases Crushing New Single “Ego Death” And Announces Spring Tour

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Atreyu Releases Crushing New Single “Ego Death” And Announces Spring Tour

Following the success of their recent single “Dead”, Atreyu returns with “Ego Death”, a bruising but cathartic new track that digs into the idea of shedding who you were to become who you’re meant to be. Built on crushing riffs, a surging groove, and a massive melodic hook, the song balances the band’s heaviest instincts with one of their most emotionally resonant choruses to date. The band says, “Sometimes a piece of you has to die in order for you to truly live. ‘Ego Death’ is peace.” The single arrives alongside a music video. This release showcases exactly why Atreyu remains a driving force in heavy music, delivering intensity and melody in equal measure.

The Southern California band recently announced a spring tour supporting Sevendust kicking off April 20 in Indianapolis before concluding in Knoxville on May 20. The run includes appearances at Welcome to Rockville on May 7 and Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival on May 15. Atreyu has pushed well beyond their DIY roots since forming around the turn of the millennium, earning multiple RIAA Gold records, Top 20 Billboard 200 debuts, and spots on major film and video game soundtracks. With over a billion streams worldwide and a fanbase that keeps growing, the band recently wrapped a triumphant co-headlining U.S. run and tore through massive festivals like Download, Hellfest, Welcome to Rockville, and Inkcarceration.

Their latest album ‘The Beautiful Dark of Life’, released in 2023 via Spinefarm, debuted in the Top 10 on Billboard’s Top Hard Rock Albums and has already racked up over 75 million streams. Singles like “Gone” and “Watch Me Burn” lit up rock radio and flagship playlists like Spotify’s “Volume” and Apple Music’s “The Riff”. Atreyu’s riffs, hooks, melodies, and relentless energy continue to define what modern heavy music can be. “Ego Death” stands as another powerful statement from a band that refuses to stand still.

Tour dates supporting Sevendust:

4/20 – Indianapolis @ Egyptian Room at Old National Centre

4/21 – Lexington, KY @ Manchester Music Hall

4/22 – Birmingham, AL @ Iron City Bham

4/24 – Mobile, AL @ Soul Kitchen Music Hall

4/25 – Destin, FL @ Club LA

4/28 – Dallas, TX @ House of Blues

4/29 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Diamond Ballroom

5/1 – Denver, CO @ Summit

5/2 – Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater

5/4 – Wichita, KS @ The Cotillion

5/5 – Springfield, MO @ Regency Live

5/7 – Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome to Rockville

5/9 – North Myrtle Beach, SC @ House of Blues

5/11 – Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa

5/12 – Harrisburg, PA @ XL Live

5/14 – McKees Rocks, PA @ Roxian Theatre

5/15 – Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival

5/16 – Baltimore, MD @ Nevermore Hall

5/17 – Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom

5/19 – Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore

5/20 – Knoxville, TN @ The Mill & Mine

Jake Shimabukuro Releases Nature-Inspired Ambient Album ‘Calm Seas’

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Jake Shimabukuro Releases Nature-Inspired Ambient Album ‘Calm Seas’

World-renowned ukulele artist Jake Shimabukuro released his highly anticipated new album ‘Calm Seas’ and is out now. The acoustic ambient album marks a reflective new chapter in Shimabukuro’s creative journey, rooted in simplicity, peace, and the quiet strength of connecting nature to the human spirit. Recorded in Hawai’i, the project features 13 original compositions with 12 additional versions included on the digital album. Each track evokes cinematic landscapes and meditative soundscapes, showcasing Shimabukuro’s unmistakable ability to push the ukulele beyond convention with performances that are both technically breathtaking and deeply personal.

Shimabukuro explains, “Calm Seas was an eye-opening and healing project for me. It rekindled my connection and relationship with nature. As a kid, I spent a lot of time outdoors, swimming in the ocean, camping in the mountains. Some of my favorite memories include sleeping on the beach to the sound of the waves, and waking up to the light of the rising sun.” The album flips his typical creative process. He says, “Usually, when I think of adding the sounds of the ocean, waterfalls, or the sound of native birds to any music score, I write the music first, and later add the background sounds. However, for this project, we recorded nature first and created the music around it. The sound of the birds and the ocean waves served as the leading melodic content for each piece.” Songs like “Sounds of Hakalau” blend his signature ukulele artistry with calls of critically endangered native Hawaiian bird species, creating an immersive soundscape that transports listeners directly into the lush rainforest. Shimabukuro returns to the road in March 2026 promoting the album.

Little Big Town And Parker McCollum Bring Country Heat To Fallsview Casino In July

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Little Big Town And Parker McCollum Bring Country Heat To Fallsview Casino In July

It may be cold outside, but warmer days are ahead with the month of July sizzling with some incredible country entertainment! On July 10 the Emmy award-winning group Little Big Town treats fans to their iconic hits. Then on July 23, country music sensation Parker McCollum arrives to deliver a selection of his many hit songs.  Tickets go on sale for all performances on Friday, February 6 at 10:00am through ticketmaster.ca.

“Little Big Town brings such a unique performance with their intricate harmonies, energy and audience connection and Parker McCollum brings incredible storytelling to his music and performances. Fans of country music are in for some incredible entertainment choice – or choose both!” says Cathy Price, Vice President of Marketing & Resort Operations, Niagara Casinos.

On July 10, enjoy the incredible music of the award-winning group Little Big Town – consisting of members Karen Fairchild, Phillip Sweet, Kimberly Schlapman, and Jimi Westbrook. Known for smash hits such as “Boondocks,” “Bring It On Home,” “Good As Gone” and the Grammy-nominated “Little White Church” with incredible accolades to date.  Little Big Town has earned more than 45 award show nominations and has taken home over 20 awards. To celebrate their 25th anniversary, Little Big Town released their first-ever career-spanning Greatest Hits album in the fall of 2025, which features collaborations with Kelsea Ballerini, Miranda Lambert, and Sugarland.

Arriving on July 23, singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Parker McCollum has reached the ranks of a bona fide country music superstar by connecting with fans and critics alike through his relatable and authentic sound. Known for his explosive platinum hit “Burn It Down,” the accolades haven’t slowed down. In 2022, McCollum earned his first ACM Award for New Male Artist of the Year, took home “Breakthrough Video of the Year” (a fully fan-voted honour) at the 2022 CMT Music Awards and scored two back-to-back CMA Awards nominations for New Artist of the Year. Other chart toppers include “Pretty Heart,” “To Be Loved By You,” and “Handle On You.” McCollum has just released his self-titled fifth studio album, PARKER MCCOLLUM, which is an artistic achievement and includes his current radio single, “What Kinda Man.”

Show dates & performances
Little Big Town
Date: Friday, July 10, 2026
Showtime: 8:00pm
Venue: OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino

Parker McCollum
Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Showtime: 8:30pm
Venue: OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino

Tickets for all performances go on sale Friday, February 6 at 10:00am.

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That Eric Alper

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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