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Good Neighbours Release Debut Album ‘Blue Sky Mentality’ and Announce 2026 UK & Ireland Tour

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Good Neighbours Release Debut Album ‘Blue Sky Mentality’ and Announce 2026 UK & Ireland Tour

Fresh off a whirlwind 18 months that has seen them explode from a viral debut to festival main stages across the globe, Good Neighbours today release their highly-anticipated debut album Blue Sky Mentality via Polydor Records, alongside focus track ‘Walk Walk Walk’.

The 14-track record distills the meteoric rise of the duo into a bold statement of intent – weaving together the euphoric indie-pop anthems that defined their ascent, alongside a set of brand new songs that showcase the duo’s widescreen sound in full for the first time.

Latest track ‘Walk Walk Walk’ was written in LA with legendary kingpin Justin Tranter, and is one of the few writing collaborations featuring on the duo’s debut. On the process of its inception, they reflect: “He’s someone we’ve always dreamed of working with – and we learnt a bunch from it. One of our fave things about the sessions with Justin was how deep his musical knowledge is, it’s easy to pin him in as a pop god, but we bonded over a bunch of early 2000s indie bands before we wrote this. It’s also nice to have a big riff in this song as a nice little nod to those MGMT era tunes.”

Written on the road across a year of late nights, long-haul flights and fleeting moments between shows, Blue Sky Mentality captures both the chaos and clarity of a life in constant motion. It’s a record about distance and belonging, about holding onto the people and places that shape you, and about finding light even when things feel heavy. As Oli puts it himself –“The world’s been a dark place for the last few years so if you listen tour our music or come to our shows and you feels even slightly better than you did then we’ve done our job”. Pairing luminous synths with soaring choruses and lyrics rooted in community, resilience and togetherness, it’s an album built for both the quiet moments of reflection and the communal release of a festival crowd.

Speaking on it themselves, the duo add: “It’s surreal to finally say we have a debut album out. Blue Sky Mentality was written across cities, vans, tour buses and hotel rooms – we’ve been playing these songs live for too long, it’s amazing that everyone can finally hear them the way we imagined from a tinny iPhone speaker. It’s a big record, but it’s not polished, which feels really fun. This is our dream.”

Since forming in late 2023, friends Oli Fox and Scott Verrill have experienced a rise nothing short of remarkable. Their debut single ‘Home’ became the most streamed debut single globally from a new artist in 2024, amassing half a billion global streams, going Platinum in both the UK and US, and holding its place in the UK Top 40 for 15 weeks. Just as striking was its impact on fans: a heartfelt anthem about finding comfort in the people you love, the track quickly became a song that people clung to in their darkest moments.

In less than two years they’ve transcended from a sweat-soaked debut at London’s Sebright Arms to releasing a self-titled debut EP, selling out their own headline tour, making their US television debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and making landmark festival debuts at Reading & Leeds, Glastonbury, Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Osheaga, Outside Lands, Rock en Seine and more. Between a BRIT Rising Star nomination, a BBC Sound of 2025 longlist spot and support slots for the likes of Mumford and Sons, Foster The People and Benson Boone, their music has soundtracked global stages and even the EA FC soundtrack – two years running.

With mixing by Dan Grech-Marguerat (The Killers, Lana Del Rey) and songwriting collaborations with Justin Tranter, Joe Janiak and Pablo Bowman, Blue Sky Mentality finds Good Neighbours balancing a raw, DIY spirit with expansive pop ambition. It’s a record that wears its heart loudly and proudly, smuggling big feelings – grief, love, hope, resilience – into massive choruses and sun-streaked synths. Featuring fan favourites ‘Home’, ‘Keep It Up’, ‘Ripple’ and ‘Starry Eyed’, alongside recent singles ‘People Need People’, ‘found u/me’ and ‘Suburbs’, Blue Sky Mentality radiates hope even in its heaviest moments, and a rallying cry for openness, optimism and togetherness.

The release is marked with a run of intimate UK indie store shows – a nod back to the small rooms where it all began – before Good Neighbours head out on their biggest UK & Ireland headline tour to date in February 2026. Built for big stages and collective catharsis, the tour will bring Blue Sky Mentality to life in rooms full of people singing shoulder to shoulder – exactly where these songs belong. Full itinerary below.

Blue Sky Mentality tracklist:
1. Keep It Up
2. Skipping Stones
3. Ripple
4. found u/me*
5. Walk Walk Walk
6. Kids Can’t Sleep
7. Home
8. Small Town
9. Starry Eyed
10. People Need People
11. Left Hand Man
12. Suburbs
13. Wonderful Life
14. The Buzz
*Vinyl edition includes ‘Somebody’ instead of ‘found u/me’

UK & Ireland Tour Dates 2026:

Tue 10 Feb – Dublin, The Academy
Thu 12 Feb – Glasgow, SWG3
Fri 13 Feb – Manchester, New Century Hall
Sat 14 Feb – Sheffield, The Foundry
Mon 16 Feb – Birmingham, O2 Institute
Tue 17 Feb – London, O2 Forum Kentish Town
Wed 18 Feb – Brighton, CHALK Live
Fri 20 Feb – Bristol, The Electric
Sat 21 Feb – Oxford, O2 Academy 1

Skepsis Launches 10 Years World Tour With Intimate North American Dates

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Skepsis Launches 10 Years World Tour With Intimate North American Dates

The milestone tour will debut at 10 intimate dates across the USA and Canada, giving fans a chance to experience a special, extended set that dives deep into his bassline roots while showcasing the eclectic drum & bass productions driving his next chapter.

Phase 1 launches in San Francisco on October 10 at 1015 Folsom, before hitting key cities across North America including Las Vegas, Vancouver,, Denver, Toronto, New York, Montreal and more. This marks Skepsis’ most personal tour to date, with carefully selected venues that reflect his journey from the UK underground to the global stage.

Over the past decade, Skepsis, real name Scott Jenkins has established himself as one of the most exciting and influential names in the UK dance music scene. Since his breakout single “Goes Like” in 2017, which has amassed over 7 million streams, Skepsis has built a reputation for timeless performances and chart-topping releases.  Skepsis has released music through some of the biggest labels in dance music, including EMI, Warner, Universal, Spinnin’ Records, and Crucast, and is now signed to the Ministry of Sound (Sony Music UK).

A core member of theCruCast family, Skepsis helped grow the brand into one of the most recognized names in bass music through relentless touring and forward-thinking releases.

The 10 YEARS OF SKEPSIS WORLD TOUR is more than just a celebration, it is a nod to the underground roots that shaped Skepsis’ sound, and a preview of where he’s headed next. With each stop, fans can expect a deep dive into his catalog, new unreleased music, and a carefully curated set that showcases the evolution of bassline and drum & bass over the last decade.

Tickets for all North American dates are on sale now here.

PHASE 1 — NORTH AMERICA TOUR DATES

  • Oct 10 – San Francisco, CA – 1015 Folsom
  • Oct 11 – Minneapolis, MN  – The Vault
  • Oct 16 – Las Vegas, NV – We All Scream
  • Oct 17 – Seattle, WA – Substation
  • Oct 18 – Vancouver, BC – Harbour Theatre
  • Oct 24 – Denver, CO – Cervantes (Other Side)
  • Oct 25 – Phoenix, AZ – Darkstar
  • Nov 6 – Toronto, ON – Coda
  • Nov 7 – New York, NY – Silo
  • Nov 8 – Montreal, QC – Newspeak

Additional dates for the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand will be announced soon.

Scott Jenkins, known professionally as Skepsis, is one of the leading names in the UK’s underground dance music scene. Since bursting onto the scene in 2017 with his debut single ‘Goes Like’, the London-based DJ and producer has carved out a global presence with his high-energy, bass-heavy sound. 

Skepsis has released music on respected labels such as EMI, Warner, Universal, Crucast, Spinnin’ Records, Future House Music, and Bite This!, and is now signed to the Ministry of Sound, a division of Sony Music UK. This partnership marks a major step in his career, further expanding his reach into mainstream audiences. A core member of Crucast, Skepsis helped lead the label’s growth through consistent releases and major tours.

In recent years, Skepsis has expanded into drum & bass, collaborating with Turno & Charlotte Plank. Their 2023 track ‘Rave Out’ charted in the UK Top 40 and received national radio support. He also featured on ‘Green & Gold’ alongside Rudimental, which served as the official anthem for England Rugby. Now signed to the Ministry of Sound, Skepsis continues to push boundaries and tour globally. His productions and DJ sets remain at the forefront of UK Bass and Drum & Bass, inspiring the next wave of electronic artists. 

Reba McEntire Marks 30 Years of ‘Starting Over’ With Anniversary Edition

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Reba McEntire Marks 30 Years of ‘Starting Over’ With Anniversary Edition

Reba McEntire is celebrating three decades of one of her most cherished projects with the announcement of the 30th anniversary edition of STARTING OVER, out January 23rd. The anniversary edition features three bonus tracks—including the never-before-released “Heat Wave,” available now—and marks the album’s first-ever vinyl pressing. Pre-orders for the album can be found here.

Released on October 3, 1995, STARTING OVER quickly became a fan favorite and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums Chart. Certified Platinum by the RIAA, the project showcased Reba’s versatility and passion through a collection of songs that held personal significance to her. The album’s lead single, “On My Own,” was a landmark collaboration that united four powerhouse voices—Reba, Trisha Yearwood, Martina McBride, and Linda Davis—and remains one of the most memorable moments of her storied career.

Now, with its 30th anniversary, fans can experience STARTING OVER in a new light. Alongside the original tracklist, the expanded edition introduces three bonus recordings, led by “Heat Wave,” giving both longtime fans and new listeners a chance to discover another side of Reba’s artistry during this pivotal era.

For more information on Reba McEntire, visit www.Reba.com. 

STARTING OVER Tracklist
1. Talking In Your Sleep
2. Please Come To Boston 
3. On My Own 
4. I Won’t Mention It Again 
5. You’re No Good 
6. Ring On Her Finger, Time On Her Hands
7. Five Hundred Miles Away From Home 
8. Starting Over Again 
9. You Keep Me Hangin’ On 
10. By The Time I Get To Phoenix 
11. Heat Wave 
12. Misty Blue
13. Tulsa Time 

Melodic Parrot Tico Finds Harmony With Musician Frank Maglio

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Melodic Parrot Tico Finds Harmony With Musician Frank Maglio

Frank Maglio and his parrot Tico didn’t always see eye to eye. What started with bites and frustration turned into harmony when Frank picked up his guitar. Now, Tico leads the way, singing with joy as their bond grows through music.

30 Fun Songs Where Singing Turns Into Spelling

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30 Fun Songs Where Singing Turns Into Spelling

“Applause” – Lady Gaga
Leave it to Gaga to turn letters into a rallying cry. Every spelled-out beat makes the chorus feel bigger, louder, and ready for the spotlight.

“B-A-B-Y” – Carla Thomas
This 1966 soul gem proves sometimes the sweetest love songs come with a touch of the classroom chalkboard. Spelling never sounded so smooth.

“Bananas (Hollaback Girl)” – Gwen Stefani
It’s impossible not to shout along with Gwen’s cheer-spelling. The “B-A-N-A-N-A-S” moment became a pop culture anthem all on its own.

“Be Aggressive” – Faith No More
Straight from a cheerleader chant, this hard rock track spells out boldness in a way that sticks in your head long after the guitars fade.

“D.A.N.C.E.” – Justice
French duo Justice gave us a dance-floor favorite that’s basically a spelling lesson in groove. “D-A-N-C-E” never sounded so funky.

“D.I.V.O.R.C.E.” – Tammy Wynette
Country storytelling at its best, Tammy spelled out heartbreak with such sincerity that fans still feel every letter.

“Don’t Let’s Start” – They Might Be Giants
This quirky track blends clever wordplay and actual spelling, turning the alphabet into art-rock fun.

“F.E.E.L.I.N.G.C.A.L.L.E.D.L.O.V.E” – Pulp
Jarvis Cocker stretches the word “love” into something theatrical and slightly chaotic, fitting perfectly with Britpop’s eccentric edge.

“Fergalicious” – Fergie
Fergie built her empire partly on spelling. This song’s playful “T-A-S-T-E-Y” chant is pop ridiculousness at its finest.

“Glamorous” – Fergie
Another spelling clinic from Fergie, this one makes luxury catchy, spelling out letters with sing-along ease.

“Gloria” – Them
Van Morrison’s band made spelling a rock ritual. The call-and-response of “G-L-O-R-I-A” is still a garage-rock standard.

“Hot to Go!” – Chappell Roan
Chappell makes spelling part of the fun — the “H-O-T-T-O-G-O” chorus is pure modern camp brilliance.

“If You Seek Amy” – Britney Spears
A spelling pun that doubles as a cheeky provocation, Britney turned a simple phrase into one of her most clever hits.

“Independent Women Part I” – Destiny’s Child
The group proudly spells out “I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T” as an anthem of empowerment, mixing sharp harmonies with lasting influence.

“D.A.N.C.E.” – Justice
A double entry here because it’s that iconic — letters, disco, and Daft Punk-era French electro magic.

“Steal My Sunshine” – Len
A random spelling interlude of ‘later’ that became the most memorable part of this summer jam. Quirky, odd, but unforgettable.

“Lola” – The Kinks
Ray Davies had the whole world singing “L-O-L-A, Lola.” A cheeky classic with spelling at its heart.

“L.O.V.E.” – Ashlee Simpson
Ashlee brought youthful energy to the word itself, making “L-O-V-E” sound both fun and heartfelt.

“L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N.” – Noah and the Whale
This folk-pop track spells out optimism with breezy charm, giving life lessons a melodic lift.

“Method of Modern Love” – Hall & Oates
Few choruses are as satisfying to chant as “M-E-T-H-O-D O-F L-O-V-E.” Smooth blue-eyed soul spelling at its peak.

“P.A.R.T.Y.” – Alestorm
Pirate metal with spelling? Of course. It’s rowdy, over-the-top, and gleefully absurd.

“Respect” – Aretha Franklin
The ultimate spelling anthem. Aretha turned letters into a demand for dignity, rewriting music history in the process.

“R-O-C-K in the U.S.A.” – John Mellencamp
A rock and roll shout-out spelling tribute to the country itself, full of energy and heartland grit.

“Rescue Me” – Madonna
With “R-E-S-C-U-E M-E” ringing through the chorus, Madonna made spelling the language of devotion.

“Saturday Night” – Bay City Rollers
A perfect weekend anthem that doubles as a spelling bee. Pop joy packaged into every shouted letter.

“Spell It Out” – The Lonely Island
Comedy meets commitment — the group takes spelling to the extreme, dragging one word into the longest chant possible.

“T-R-O-U-B-L-E” – Elvis Presley
Elvis gave trouble a name, and spelled it, too. His swagger made every letter pop like a warning.

“U.N.I.T.Y.” – Queen Latifah
Latifah turned spelling into empowerment, delivering one of hip-hop’s most enduring feminist anthems.

“Ugly” – Daphne & Celeste
“U-G-L-Y, you ain’t got no alibi” — playground taunt turned into a pop single that’s as silly as it is catchy.

“Zoloft” – Ween
Even spelling medication names can be hilarious. Ween chants “Z-O-L-O-F-T” with their signature offbeat humor.

10 Surprising Things About Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’

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10 Surprising Things About Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’

Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl arrived at midnight like a curtain rising, filled with shimmer, storytelling, and spectacle and a lock for the best-selling album of the year in just 24 hours. Her 12th studio album reunites her with Max Martin and Shellback, features Sabrina Carpenter on the finale, and brims with hidden details. Here are ten surprising things that show just how rich this album truly is.

1. A Shakespearean opening.
The album kicks off with “The Fate of Ophelia,” a track that nods to Hamlet’s tragic heroine. Swift flips the sadness on its head, making it a groovy, theatrical anthem about survival, resilience, and sparkle under the spotlight.

2. Elizabeth Taylor shines again.
On “Elizabeth Taylor,” Swift channels Old Hollywood glamour, pairing it with her own reflections on fame and romance. It’s lush, dramatic, and instantly feels like one of her timeless character studies in song.

3. The dreamlike glow of “Opalite.”
Track three drifts like mist across a dance floor, shimmering with subtle synths and strings. “Opalite” reflects calm after chaos, a sonic deep breath that’s as luminous as the stone itself.

4. George Michael lives on.
“Father Figure” isn’t just a clever interpolation; it’s a bold tribute to the late icon. Swift reimagines his 1987 classic with playful swagger, cheeky innuendo, and one of the most audacious lyrics in her catalogue.

5. Track five tradition continues.
“Eldest Daughter” takes its place in the hallowed track-five slot, but rather than heartbreak, it’s about duty, love, and holding it all together. It’s quieter but no less affecting, offering raw honesty from deep within.

6. A friendship reimagined.
“Ruin the Friendship” recalls the thrill and fear of turning platonic love into something more. By the bridge, it’s a tear-jerking ballad about missed chances — and Swift seals it with Abigail’s name.

7. Mischief dressed as romance.
“Actually Romantic” is Taylor at her most sly, with sharp lyrical darts wrapped in velvet gratitude. It’s biting, funny, and proof that her shade has grown more theatrical — part Broadway, part barb.

8. The groove of “Wood.”
Playful and lusty, “Wood” grooves with cheeky innuendo and irresistible rhythm. It’s the wink of the record, proving Swift can sing about desire with both humour and heat.

9. Culture critique with glitter.
“Cancelled!” taps into the language of the internet, all girl bosses and call-outs. With wit and sticky hooks, it turns pop commentary into something you’ll find yourself chanting long after the track ends.

10. The sweetness of “Honey.”
A breezy, lovestruck gem, “Honey” beams with sugary delight. It’s one of the album’s purest love songs, filled with intimacy and the glow of a relationship heading toward forever.

11. Sabrina Carpenter takes the stage.
The title track, “The Life of a Showgirl,” features Carpenter in a sparkling duet. Together, they close the record like a Las Vegas finale, with layers of sequins, harmony, and a knowing wink.

12. The shortest album since her debut.
At just 41 minutes and 40 seconds, it’s Swift’s most compact project since 2006. Every song fits neatly into the puzzle, showing her focus on cohesion and razor-sharp pop craftsmanship.

13. A Swedish reunion.
Swift reunited with Max Martin and Shellback in Stockholm, recording during Eras Tour breaks. The trio hadn’t worked this closely since ‘Reputation,’ and here the chemistry feels instant and electric.

14. Orange glitter everywhere.
The entire visual campaign is drenched in “Portofino Orange Glitter.” From billboards to the Empire State Building, the hue became a viral symbol of the era, sparking Pinterest searches in the millions.

15. A bathtub fit for Ophelia.
The standard album cover depicts Swift half-submerged, diamonds scattered across her. It recalls John Everett Millais’s famous painting of Ophelia — but here she stares defiantly back at the viewer.

16. Bob Mackie’s touch of Vegas.
One of the alternate covers sees Swift in a rhinestone-encrusted Jubilee! costume originally designed by Bob Mackie. It’s a nod to Las Vegas history, showgirl maximalism, and pure theatrical excess.

17. A release party on the big screen.
Swift premiered the record with a cinematic event: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl. Fans packed cinemas in over 100 countries to see music videos, behind-the-scenes footage, and commentary from Taylor herself.

18. A podcast reveal with Travis Kelce.
Instead of a magazine cover, she announced the album on her partner’s New Heights podcast. The episode broke viewing records, blending her personal and professional worlds in spectacular fashion.

19. A single steeped in theatre.
“The Fate of Ophelia” was chosen as the lead single, complete with a self-directed video. Premiered in cinemas, it tied the album’s themes to its theatrical roots and cemented it as a statement piece.

20. A curtain call for this era.
The record literally ends with live audio from The Eras Tour, a bow to the audience. It’s Swift closing one chapter of her story while hinting at the grand spectacle still to come.

Becca Hannah Announces Soulful Debut Album ‘Tonight In My Dreams,’ Shares Playful First Single “Caramel”

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Becca Hannah Announces Soulful Debut Album ‘Tonight In My Dreams,’ Shares Playful First Single “Caramel”

LA via Boston soulful/R&B singer-songwriter Becca Hannah announces her warm, velvety debut album Tonight In My Dreams due out January 23 and available for pre-save now. With the announcement is the sweet first taste, “Caramel,” out now, which playfully encapsulates the feelings of a new love.

Born from real life experiences, the forthcoming ten track project touches on lust, love, growth, fear, loss, and longing with soulful vocals and layers of jazz and R&B as Hannah pulls from female powerhouses like Amy Winehouse, Corrine Bailey Rae and Erykah Badu. Hannah hopes the music connects to listeners in whichever ways they find meaningful. Creating her own sense of community through music, Hannah adds, “We all love, we all suffer, and how beautiful is it that we can relate to each other through songs that highlight all of the above? It brings a sense of community and acknowledgement of our humanness. It makes the ebbs of life more manageable, and the flows all the more blissful.”

The album was tracked live with a 9-piece ensemble, and recorded and mixed by seven time GRAMMY-winner Jim Scott at his own Plyrz Studio in Valencia, CA. 

Scott’s work with Tedeschi Trucks Band, Tom Petty, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, and countless others drew Becca and Tristan to working with him. A visit to his secret studio, filled with magical vintage gear and creative energy sealed the deal–this album could only be made at Plyrz with Scott.

“Caramel” emerged from a lingering scent from Hannah’s 27th birthday cake. “We approached the writing process in a silly, playful, somewhat ridiculous manner. This was kind of a nice break from my emotionally intense / confessional songs I’ve written in the past. Light-hearted and laid-back, the track relishes in the buzz of a new connection. “What started off as a joke of a line about cake turned into a whole story about longing, fantasy, and lusting over a crush.”

Debuted on Atwood Magazine, calls “Caramel” the “perfect jazzy single paradise for pinning over a crush,” adding “From the very first lyric and vocal note, the track draws us in with its allure, and the instrumentation is truly just as tantalizing.” Atwood goes on to say, “Blending the smoky soul of Macy Gray with the elegance of Norah Jones, Becca Hannah’s seductive single “Caramel” pours into the ears like the smooth drizzle of its namesake.” On the accompanying video, Atwood says, “As we watch Hannah sing into the mic, we can fully feel her energetic confidence and fervor shine through. It is also clear to see how much fun she is having with every warm grin. That positivity ripples through the room, making every other musician beam with smiles of their own.”

The track is complete with an energetic trumpet solo from Austin Drake, a playful horn arrangement from George Pereli, a sprinkling of tasty piano from Pàppa D, and smooth guitar licks by guitarist and collaborator, Tristan Jantz.

With her signature sultry, gritty rasp, Becca Hannah has captivated audiences from Boston to Los Angeles throughout the last several years. The artist has played Made In America Festival in Philadelphia and was a 2025 Tiny Desk contest finalist. After connecting with Tristan Jantz in the local Boston scene, the pair hit it off and later both happened to move to Los Angeles a year apart. Now, they’ve come together to collaborate fully as co-writers and producers on the forthcoming project, Tonight In My Dreams out this January.

Becca Hanna’s radiant sophomore album, Tonight In My Dreams, is due out January 23 available for pre-save now. “Caramel,” the jazzy, bubbly first taste is out now. 

Full House Brew Crew Announce New Album ‘Glasgow Grin,’ Share Crushing First Single “No Gods, No Chains”

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Full House Brew Crew Announce New Album ‘Glasgow Grin,’ Share Crushing First Single “No Gods, No Chains”

Greek heavy groove juggernaut Full House Brew Crew have announced the release of their brand-new studio album “Glasgow Grin”, set to arrive on February 6th, 2026, via ROAR! The US release will follow on March 6th, 2026.

To mark the occasion, the band unleashes the crushing first single “No Gods, No Chains”, accompanied by an official video that sets the tone for what’s to come.

Filmed at Atlas Audio & Visual Studios and produced by Domenik Papaemmanouil – Lensorama, the video for “No Gods, No Chains” can be seen below.

With their upcoming new album “Glasgow Grin”, Full House Brew Crew are back with a vengeance. Led by frontman and guitarist Vagelis Karzis — current member of Wolfheart and former guitarist of Rotting Christ — the band is ready to unleash their signature brand of American-inspired Heavy Groove Metal on familiar and new audiences.

“Glasgow Grin” reflects the band’s current violent state of mind: pure aggression and power throughout. “We let ourselves loose and did what felt natural to us, not trying to push the songwriting in any direction other than what fits best for the song”, says Karzis. For the first time, the band worked with Finnish sound engineer Saku Moilanen at Deep Noise Studios, who mixed and mastered “Glasgow Grin”.

Lyrically, Vagelis digs deep into internal struggles, day-to-day battles, and personal injustices — always channeling tension and anger. “Like always, the band is moving towards a direction that feels best for us. That is the main reason we always evolve, we make changes, we take risks and that excites us. We created many albums and each represents a different musical state. Glasgow Grin is our proudest piece of work so far. We worked more like a team and didn’t hold back for any mainstream reasons”.

Pre-orders for the record are available here.

Tracklist:
1. Glasgow Grin
2. No Gods, No Chains
3. The Tear
4. The Other Side
5. Free Fall
6. Rain
7. From the Gutter
8. Distant Star
9. Crawling
10. Reign of Terror

Tomorrow, on September 25th, Full House Brew Crew will be joining Wolfheart in support of their upcoming European tour, find all dates listed below.

European Tour Dates 2025:
25.09.2025 NL Utrecht – De Helling
26.09.2025 DE Herford – KulturWerk
27.09.2025 DE Siegburg – Kubana
29.09.2025 FR Paris – Backstage By The Mill
30.09.2025 BE Kortrijk – DVG Club
01.10.2025 DE Hamburg – Logo
02.10.2025 DE Leipzig – Hellraiser
03.10.2025 DE Essen – Turock
04.10.2025 DE Weinheim – Café Central
05.10.2025 HU Budapest – Analog Music Hall
06.10.2025 PL Kraków – Klub Zaścianek
07.10.2025 SK Košice – Collosseum
08.10.2025 CZ Prague – Rock Café
09.10.2025 SI Ljubljana – Orto Bar
10.10.2025 IT Paderno Dugnano (MI) – Slaughter Club
11.10.2025 CH Zug – Chollerhalle
12.10.2025 DE Lindau – Club Vaudeville
13.10.2025 DE Munich – Backstage

Marillion Announce Limited Edition Picture Discs for ‘Script for a Jester’s Tear’ and ‘Seasons End’

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Marillion Announce Limited Edition Picture Discs for ‘Script for a Jester’s Tear’ and ‘Seasons End’

Marillion announce the release of two limited edition picture discs celebrating two significant albums in the band’s catalogue: Script for a Jester’s Tear and Seasons End. Both will be released on 14 November and are available to pre-order now here.

Script for a Jester’s Tear (1983) was Marillion’s debut album, reaching #7 in the UK charts and remaining there for 31 weeks — the band’s second-longest chart run. It includes the singles He Knows You Know and Garden Party and introduced Marillion as leading figures in a new era of progressive rock.

Seasons End (1989) represented the beginning of a new chapter for the band, introducing Steve Hogarth as vocalist. Combining progressive foundations with a more melodic approach, the album produced the singles Hooks in You, The Uninvited Guest, and Easter. Its release underlined Marillion’s ability to evolve while continuing to connect with their audience.

These picture disc editions are strictly limited and designed for collectors and fans who wish to revisit two defining moments in Marillion’s history.

Tracklisting:

Script for a Jester’s Tear (2020 Stereo Remix)

Side A

  1. Script for a Jester’s Tear (2020 Stereo Remix)
  2. He Knows You Know (2020 Stereo Remix)
  3. The Web (2020 Stereo Remix)

Side B

  1. Garden Party (2020 Stereo Remix)
  2. Chelsea Monday (2020 Stereo Remix)
  3. Forgotten Sons (2020 Stereo Remix)

Seasons End (2023 Remix)

Side A

  1. The King of Sunset Town (2023 Remix)
  2. Easter (2023 Remix)

Side B

  1. The Uninvited Guest (2023 Remix)
  2. Seasons End (2023 Remix)

Side C

  1. Holloway Girl (2023 Remix)
  2. Berlin (2023 Remix)

Side D

  1. After Me (2023 Remix)
  2. Hooks in You (2023 Remix)
  3. The Space (2023 Remix)

Pet Shop Boys Announce Remix-Filled ‘Disco 5,’ Out November 21 Featuring Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Primal Scream, Paul Weller, And Tina Turner

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Pet Shop Boys Announce Remix-Filled ‘Disco 5,’ Out November 21 Featuring Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Primal Scream, Paul Weller, And Tina Turner

Pet Shop Boys have announced ‘Disco 5’, the latest instalment of their continuing ‘Disco’ album series which started in 1986. The new album will be released on 21 November via Parlophone Records and is available to pre-order now.

The 12-track collection features ten Pet Shop Boys’ recent remixes of songs by artists including Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Primal Scream, Paul Weller, Tina Turner, Claptone, Wolfgang Tillmans and more, as well as a remix of their own track ‘Dreamland’ featuring Olly Alexander. The PSB-produced ‘I’m in Love With a German Film Star’ by Sam Taylor-Johnson was originally released on Kompakt in 2008 while Carroll Thompson’s ‘Let the Music Play’ was arranged and produced by PSB in the early ‘90s when it was included in the soundtrack for the hit film, ‘The Crying Game’. The album also includes the duo’s remix of Sleaford Mods’ cover of Pet Shop Boys’ iconic ‘West End girls’ and the PSB/Soft Cell collaboration ‘Purple Zone’.

‘Disco 5’ will be available on black or orange vinyl and CD, as well as digitally. The first three ‘Disco’ albums primarily featured remixes of Pet Shop Boys’ tracks by other producers and DJs, with ‘Disco’ released in 1986, followed by ‘Disco 2’ in 1994 and ‘Disco 3’ in 2003. Then in 2007 ‘Disco 4’ featured Pet Shop Boys’ remixes of other artists including Madonna and The Killers.

The full track-listing of ‘Disco 5’ is – 

1. Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds – Think of a Number (PSB Magic Eye 12-inch remix)  

2. Tina Turner – Hot For You Baby (PSB Hot mix)

3. Claptone – Queen of Ice (PSB extended mix)

4. Carroll Thompson – Let the Music Play

5. Soft Cell and Pet Shop Boys – Purple Zone (PSB Extended mix)

6. The Hidden Cameras – How Do You Love? (PSB remix)

7. Sam Taylor-Johnson – I’m In Love With a German Film Star (PSB Symphonic mix)

8. Wolfgang Tillmans – Insanely Alive (PSB maxi-mix)

9. Primal Scream – Innocent Money (PSB remix radio edit)

10. Pet Shop Boys feat. Olly Alexander – Dreamland (PSB remix)

11. Paul Weller – Cosmic Fringes (PSB Triad mix) 

12. Sleaford Mods – West End girls (Pet Shop Boys remix)

Pet Shop Boys have sold more than 50 million records, released 60 singles spanning five decades and are the most successful UK duo of all time. Prestigious awards have been numerous across their career including the BRIT Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music in 2009 and the Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music in 2000. In April 2024 they released their 15th album, ‘Nonetheless’, which reached Number 2 in the UK album chart in its first week of release – their highest-charting studio album since 1993. A special expanded edition of the album was released in November 2024. Pet Shop Boys’ acclaimed tour, ‘Dreamworld: The Greatest Hits Live’, continued this summer with dates across the UK and Europe. The tour will continue with dates in Japan in 2026.

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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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