Nexstar Media Group rings in the new year with an incredible musical celebration titled ‘Coast-to-Coast Countdown 2026.’ This massive television event features a powerhouse lineup of legendary artists including Styx, Foreigner, Cheap Trick, and 38 Special. Viewers can also enjoy performances by UB40, The Marshall Tucker Band, and country standout Bri Bagwell along with special sets from Kevin Cronin and Mac McAnally. The broadcast will reach audiences across 138 stations in 116 markets, ensuring that fans in major cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago can join the festivities. This four-and-a-half-hour special begins at 8 pm PT on Wednesday, December 31st, providing a perfect soundtrack for the transition into 2026.
The production spans four iconic American locations to deliver a truly national countdown experience. Hosts JD Roberto and Marysol Castro will lead the coverage from New York City for the famous midnight ball drop while Dallas viewers enjoy a spectacular fireworks and drone show at Reunion Tower. In Arizona, Brad Perry and Teresa Strasser host from Rawhide Western Town at the Gila River Resorts and Casinos with a brilliant pyrotechnic display. The night concludes with an epic ten-minute fireworks show launched from nine different Las Vegas hotel rooftops, hosted by Michael Yo and Nikki Novak. This ambitious broadcast combines world-class musical talent with breathtaking visual displays to create an unforgettable New Year’s Eve for millions of households.
The Marshall Tucker Band starts the new year with a massive coast-to-coast celebration through their newly announced “While I’m Young Tour.” This legendary southern rock group brings their signature blend of country and blues to major theaters and performing arts centers across the country starting this January. Lead singer Doug Gray expresses great pride in the band’s enduring growth over fifty years and notes that their momentum continues to build with every performance. The group looks forward to connecting with their dedicated fan base during this nationwide run which includes a very special weeklong appearance aboard the 70’s Rock & Romance Cruise.
Fans from New York to Southern California have the opportunity to experience the high energy and intense musicality that defines every Marshall Tucker Band concert. This 2026 schedule covers an impressive variety of markets including stops in Phoenix, Myrtle Beach, and the Washington D.C. region. Doug Gray remains incredibly optimistic about the upcoming season and believes this will be the best year yet for the band. The tour represents a powerful commitment to the music that has shaped southern rock history while inviting new generations to join the party at iconic venues and casinos nationwide.
The Marshall Tucker Band 2026 “While I’m Young Tour” Dates:
Jan 10 – Hiawassee, GA @ Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Jan 17 – Immokalee, FL @ Seminole Center Outdoors
Jan 29 – Havre De Grace, MD @ Star Centre
Jan 30 – Mashantucket, CT @ Scorpion Bar Foxwoods
Jan 31 – Bensalem, PA @ Parx Xcite Center
Feb 1 – Patchogue, NY @ Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts
Feb 12 – Mayetta, KS @ Prairie Band Casino & Resort
Feb 13 – Colorado Springs, CO @ Phil Long Music Hall
Feb 14 – Santa Fe, NM @ Buffalo Thunder Resort Casino
Feb 20 – Menlo Park, CA @ The Guild Theatre
Feb 21 – Canyon Lake, CA @ The Lodge at Sunset Beach
Feb 22 – Turlock, CA @ Turlock Community Theatre
Feb 24 – Del Mar, CA @ The Sound
Feb 26 – Palm Springs, CA @ Plaza Theatre
Feb 27 – Flagstaff, AZ @ Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort
Feb 28 – Phoenix, AZ @ Celebrity Theatre
March 6 – Plant City, FL @ Florida Strawberry Festival
March 7 – Palm Beach, FL @ Glazer Hall
March 12 – Wausau, WI @ Grand Theater
March 13 – Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Event Center
March 14 – Shipshewana, IN @ Blue Gate Performing Arts Center
March 21–28 – Fort Lauderdale, FL @ 70’s Rock & Romance Cruise 2026
April 3 – Tulsa, OK @ Osage Casino Hotel
May 1 – Grant, OK @ Stage 271
May 2 – Forrest City, AR @ UA-EACC Fine Arts Center
The sophisticated wit of Joe Jackson returns to the global stage with his brilliant new single “Welcome to Burning-By-Sea.” This track serves as the first taste of his upcoming studio album ‘Hope and Fury’ which arrives on April 10, 2026, through earMUSIC. Jackson recorded the project between Berlin and New York while reuniting with his longtime band members Graham Maby, Teddy Kumpel, and Doug Yowell along with percussionist Paulo Stagnaro and co-producer Patrick Dillett. The new music captures the sharp observational storytelling that fans love by sketching a fictional seaside town that mirrors the contradictions of modern life. This release marks his first full-length studio effort since 2019 and promises a dynamic sound that bridges the gap between his most iconic eras.
To support the launch of ‘Hope and Fury,’ the legendary musician will embark on a massive world tour covering 80 shows across 14 countries. The North American leg kicks off this May and visits historic venues like the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville and the Beacon Theatre in New York City. Following the summer run, Jackson heads to Europe in September for an extensive series of performances through December including stops at the London Palladium and L’Olympia in Paris. Fans can enjoy the new material on high-quality 180g gatefold vinyl and digisleeve CD as Jackson brings his unique blend of pop, jazz, and rock influences to audiences around the world.
NORTH AMERICA
MAY
11 – Poughkeepsie, NY – Bardavon 1869 Opera House
13 – Montreal, QC – Place Des Arts – Theatre Maisonneuve
14 – Toronto, ON – Danforth Music Hall
16- Rochester, NY – Kodak Theatre
17 – Detroit, MI – Masonic Cathedral
19-20 – Chicago, IL – Park West
22 – Madison, WI – Orpheum Theatre
23- Minneapolis, MN – Pantages Theatre
27 – Vancouver, BC – Vogue
28 – Seattle, WA – Moore Theatre
30 – San Francisco, CA – Curran Theatre
31 – San Diego, CA – Balboa Theatre
JUNE
2 – Los Angeles, CA – Orpheum Theatre
3 – Tucson, AZ – Fox Theatre
5 – Albuquerque, NM – Kimo Theatre
6 – Boulder, CO – Chautauqua Auditorium
9 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater
10 – St. Louis, MO – The Pageant
12 – Omaha, NE – Admiral
14 – Austin, TX – The Paramount Theatre
16 – Houston, TX – Heights Theatre
17 – Dallas, TX – Majestic Theatre
19 – San Antonio, TX – Empire Theatre
21 – New Orleans, LA – The Joy Theatre
24 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
26 – Atlanta, GA – Center Stage
27 – Charlotte, NC – Knight Theatre
29 – Orlando, FL – Steinmetz Hall @ Dr. Phillips Center
JULY
1 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – The Parker
2 – Clearwater, FL – Capitol Theatre
7 – Washington, DC – Lincoln Theatre
8 – New Brunswick, NJ – State Theatre
10 – Providence, RI – Uptown Theater
11 – Portland, ME – State Theatre
14 – Medford, MA – Chevalier Theatre
15 – Stamford, CT – Palace Theatre
17 – Philadelphia, PA – The Lansdowne Theater
18 – New York, NY – Beacon Theatre
EUROPE
SEPTEMBER
24 – Cork, IRELAND – Cork City Hall
27 – Dublin, IRELAND – 3Olympia Theatre
29 – Bristol, UK – Beacon
OCTOBER
1 – Cambridge, UK – Corn Exchange
2 – Bournemouth, UK – Pavilion Theatre
4 – London, UK – Palladium
5 – Liverpool, UK – Philharmonic Hall
7 – York, UK – Barbican
9 – Glasgow, UK – Saint Luke’s
12 – Paris, FRANCE – L’Olympia
13 – Lyon, FRANCE – Le Radiant-Bellevue
14 – Toulouse, FRANCE – Theâtre du Casino Barriere
17 – Porto, PORTUGAL – Casa da Musica
18 – Lisbon, PORTUGAL – Aula Magna
20 – Madrid, SPAIN – Teatro La Latina
21 – Valencia, SPAIN – Teatro La Rambleta
23 – Barcelona, SPAIN – Paral·lel 62
25 – Bordeaux, FRANCE – Theatre Femina
27 – Lille, FRANCE – Theatre Sebastopol
28 – Stuttgart, GERMANY – Liederhalle/Hegelsaal
31 – Bremen, GERMANY – Metropol Theater
NOVEMBER
1 – Munich, GERMANY – Circus Krone
2 – Berlin, GERMANY – Admiralspalast
4 – Essen, GERMANY – Lichtburg
5 – Hamburg, GERMANY – Fabrik
7 – Darmstadt, GERMANY – Staatstheater
9 – Zurich, SWITZERLAND – Kaufleuten
11 – Bologna, ITALY – Teatro Duse
12 – Rome, ITALY – Auditorium Parco Della Musica (Sala Sinopoli)
The progressive metal project PARAXENIA invites listeners into a deeply moving experience with the debut of the official lyric video for “Echoes Remain.” This beautiful track explores the complex landscape of memory and loss through a combination of melancholic melodies and dark atmospheric textures. The newly released video enhances the emotional weight of the song by using cinematic visuals and intimate storytelling to create a space for reflection. PARAXENIA shares that the song originated during a time of profound grief and this visual release allows those internal echoes to find a voice. Fans of the project can now visit the official YouTube channel to embark on this bittersweet journey which perfectly captures the fragile beauty of progressive metal.
Chicago modern metal group Ignescent brings a powerful surge of hope to the music scene with the premiere of their new single “Light Up The Night.” This beautiful track arrives alongside a captivating visualizer video as a preview of their highly anticipated studio album ‘Eternal’ which officially drops on March 20, 2026, through Frontiers Music Srl. Vocalist Jennifer Benson describes this specific song as a worshipful tribute to the light of the holiday season and her collaboration with Christopher Marvin of The Spark adds a brilliant layer of passion to the recording. The band views this entire project as a fearless battle cry for faith and they are eager for fans to experience the unshakable energy of the new record.
Alt-pop visionary Benee continues her incredible creative streak with the release of the official music video for “Princess” featuring PinkPantheress. This vibrant visual takes place on a bright pink bouncy castle situated in the middle of vast deserted plains where Benee appears alongside a majestic horse. The atmosphere shifts from a playful daytime setting into a silver-lit nighttime rave once she steps inside the castle to reveal a world of dancing and euphoria. Fans will spot several popular it girls making special appearances in the video including Paeka, Zoi Lerma, Cailin Russo, Amelia Moore, Almondmilkhunni, and Chitra. This release serves as a striking extension of her sophomore album ‘Ur an Angel I’m Just Particles’ which highlights her unique ability to turn the chaos of life into addictive music.
The celebration of this new music continues as the multi-platinum star prepares for her 2026 headlining North American run known as the “Particles Tour.” This exciting journey begins on February 27th at the Goldfield Trading Post in Sacramento before heading to legendary venues like The Fillmore in San Francisco and the Hollywood Theatre in Vancouver. The tour schedule includes highly anticipated stops at the Metro in Chicago, The Concert Hall in Toronto, and the Paradise Rock Club in Boston. Fans in New York can catch her at Irving Plaza while those in Nashville and Los Angeles can head to The Basement East and The Fonda Theatre. These performances will showcase the genre-bending sounds and vulnerable lyricism that Benee has spent the last three years carefully crafting for her latest project.
The wait is finally over as Memphis rap icon Pooh Shiesty makes a monumental return to the music scene with his brand new single “FDO.” Produced by the talented TP808, this heavy-hitting track serves as the first official release for the star since his homecoming. Shiesty delivers five relentless minutes of sharp bars and gritty authenticity that remind every listener why he remains one of the most electrifying voices in hip hop today. The accompanying music video celebrates his hard-earned freedom with high-energy performance scenes and footage of the artist enjoying his latest wins with his crew.
This massive comeback arrives at a time when the world is still buzzing over his incredible list of career achievements. His legendary track “Back in Blood” featuring Lil Durk recently earned a staggering 8x Platinum certification from the RIAA. While he was away, his catalog continued to explode with over twenty new certifications including eight specific honors arriving just this month. “FDO” kicks off a powerful new era defined by hunger and focus as the beloved rapper begins a total revamp of his musical journey. Shiesty Season officially returns with a renewed sense of purpose that promises even bigger milestones for the future.
The sensational K-pop powerhouse Hearts2Hearts officially brings their electric energy to the United States with the announcement of their very first showcase events. Fans are buzzing for the Los Angeles stop of the “Hearts 2 House” tour happening at the iconic venue The Wiltern on Sunday, March 22, 2026. This highly anticipated event centers on an inviting social club concept where the eight members share their unique personalities alongside the flawless synchronized dancing that made them famous. Tickets go on sale through Live Nation starting Friday, December 19th, at 3 pm local time for this rare chance to see the award-winning group in person.
Since their record-breaking debut on February 24, 2025, with the massive hit ‘The Chase,’ Carmen, Jiwoo, Yuha, Stella, Juun, A-na, Ian, and Ye-On have dominated the global music charts. Their debut album earned the highest first-week sales for a K-pop girl group while the title track music video claimed the top spot on the YouTube trending list immediately. The group recently expanded their impressive discography with the release of the mini album ‘Focus’ which features the stylish title track and their popular June single “Style.” These six new tracks prove the artistic growth of Hearts2Hearts as they continue to sweep every major Rookie of the Year award.
The legendary William Lee Golden continues to enrich his storied career by joining forces with his talented family to release a beautiful new music video for “Old Country Church.” This visual treat arrives at the perfect moment for the holidays as it showcases the multi-generational magic of The Goldens. With William Lee Golden on lead vocals, the performance gains a rich depth through the rhythmic support of his sons Chris and Rusty alongside the elegant fiddle playing of his granddaughter Elizabeth. Producer Jeff Panzer captures the genuine warmth of a family united by faith and a deep love for the songs that define their heritage.
This specific track holds a massive amount of sentimental value for the Country Music Hall of Fame member because it connects him to his very first musical memories. He fondly remembers singing this exact hymn with his sister Lanette on their grandfather’s Sunday morning radio show during their childhood. Those early broadcasts laid the foundation for a lifetime of iconic performances and the current video serves as a touching tribute to those roots. The chemistry on screen feels incredibly authentic because these musicians share a bond that only decades of family harmony can produce.
The celebration of the Golden family legacy reached a new peak recently during the 28th Annual North American Country Music Association International awards. William Lee Golden and The Goldens earned their official induction into this prestigious organization alongside other beloved stars like Billy Dean, Marty Raybon, and Mark Wills. The induction ceremony featured a high-energy set where William Lee, Chris, and Elizabeth performed selections from their massive three-album collection titled ‘Golden Classics.’ The audience responded with a roaring ovation that filled the venue with pure joy and appreciation for these country music icons.
Fans of the group have a wealth of incredible content to explore beyond this latest release. The Goldens have previously shared a variety of wonderful music videos including “Southern Accents,” “Stand By Me,” and “If I Could Only Hear My Mother Pray Again.” Their videography also highlights fan favorites like “Bobbie Sue,” “The Long And Winding Road,” “I Saw The Light,” “Send Me The Pillow That You Dream On,” and the timeless “Elvira.” Every one of these performances reinforces the incredible vocal range and instrumental skill that keeps this family at the forefront of the genre.
Fusing the driving energy of the 2000s indie revival with the atmospheric textures of ’80s-alt, Holdover Holiday has officially released their latest EP, Douglass. At the center of the six-track collection is the standout single “Allie Lie,” a two-and-a-half-minute anthem that masterfully balances infectious, retro guitar hooks with a narrative of guilt and relational betrayal. Born from the real-world drama of a friend’s complicated love life, the track establishes the band’s signature “unpolished” aesthetic, prioritizing raw instrumentation and anthemic choruses over the sheen of modern studio overproduction. By blending nostalgic tones with a straightforward, punk-influenced arrangement, Holdover Holiday delivers a relatable and rhythmic exploration of deceit that feels both authentic and immediate.
